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God, the End Times, and Massive Movements of People
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Diversity Movement, as it is unfolding in the United States and to some extent in Europe, particularly Britain, is seen as a misguided effort that contradicts the unity God desires for His creation. Many in America believe that the diversity stemming from massive immigration and the influence of the Left, with their intimidating tactics, is both productive and uniting, a belief that is actively promoted by its supporters. However, diversity does not foster peace; it breeds arguments and, in extreme cases, warfare. The more differences there are among people, the greater the likelihood of disagreements and conflicts. Those who advocate for this diversity often hold positions of power, shaping public opinion and influencing the cultural direction of the nation. These individuals, considered well-educated and financially secure, are seen as worth following by the public, despite their views being out of touch with the reality of the common people. This push for diversity, especially through unchecked immigration, is causing massive internal problems rather than producing unity, as it is often portrayed. The notion that the United States should be a cultural stew, with many differing parts, is flawed because true unity, not mere mixture, is what creates harmony. The current migration trends are not only failing to unite but are actively contributing to division, with policies and attitudes that erode the cultural fabric of the nation. This is evident in the passive encouragement by some groups within the country, including segments of organized religion, which silently support the influx while ignoring the heritage and long-term effects on the population. The Diversity Movement, driven by secularism and self-interest, is seen as a tool for power rather than a genuine effort toward unity, ultimately leading to profound changes in the demographic and cultural composition of the nation.
Unity and Godly Diversity in One Body
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark SchindlerBrethren, we must not waste the diversity of our God-given gifts that blend in service to the body of Christ by trying to set right a purposefully sinking ship that proclaims human diversity as the bedrock foundation of the United States. We have the unparalleled opportunity to learn and live the very mind of God, apart from this evil world, using the diversity of God-blended gifts in service to the body of Christ. There is a diversity that produces unity, but only through the diversity of God-given gifts, to serve a body in unity under the tender care of a ministry set apart to help the wheat grow straight and tall according to truth. We must be one unified body, set apart from this world and all that moves it toward disaster, not getting involved in its politics or thinking, which can divert us from our path. The real diversity that produces unity in one body fights the good fight together in love under the revealed Word of God, requiring diligent sacrifice to keep ourselves turned away from this miserable world. The only thing we can do is stand apart from this world, using our diverse gifts God has given to serve the body in love of God, love for the brethren, and, ultimately, love for all those struggling in darkness. We must maintain that consecrated separation in unity and godly diversity for the sacrificial service to the body of Christ.
Censorship and Political Correctness
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsThe Diversity Movement, intertwined with political correctness, often rewords common phrases to alter their traditional meanings. Darkness, symbolizing error, ignorance, and sin, contrasts with light, which represents truth, knowledge, and righteousness. Similarly, bitterness signifies sin, while sweetness aligns with righteousness, implying that wrongdoing brings painful consequences and righteousness yields blessings, even in speech. This movement, through censorship, uses words to obscure truth, showing that hiding behind language is still hiding. Speaking truth with fairness, despite personal cost, remains an act of bravery and character, especially as censorship grows in what we write, say, and read.
America's Cosmopolitan Elites
CGG Weekly by Charles WhitakerThe cosmopolitan mindset significantly influences American leaders across business, national, religious, entertainment, media, and educational spheres, embracing tolerance, diversity, inclusiveness, and universalism. A cosmopolitan person views the world as their city, feeling at home everywhere and rejecting restrictions to any specific locality or sphere of thought. This mindset manifests in a profile that seeks to be all things to all people, often aligning with moral relativism, political liberalism, and religious atheism. Cosmopolitans are proud change agents, inherently anti-nationalistic, prioritizing their role as citizens of the world over national identity. They consider national sovereignty irrelevant in policy-making and view patriotism as outdated. Cosmopolitans are categorized into three types, each promoting diversity and global unity in distinct ways. The universalist cosmopolitan supports the idea of a global melting pot, believing that American culture's universal appeal leads to worldwide assimilation as distinctions between America and the world fade. The economic cosmopolitan emphasizes globalization as a force that erodes national boundaries, merging economies into a global whole and diminishing national government authority, often prioritizing multinational corporate interests over national ones. The moralistic cosmopolitan holds that commitment to the world community supersedes national or familial ties, decrying patriotism and nationalism as evil, and advocating for international law and norms over national ones. Across these perspectives, cosmopolitans see national boundaries as vanishing obstacles and national governments as outdated residues, pushing for individual sovereignty and international intervention in domestic affairs to protect citizens' rights.
Tolerance and Love
CGG Weekly by John W. RitenbaughFor the past twenty-five years, tolerance has been a powerful theme among secular advocates of political correctness and those influenced by New Age movements. It has also permeated mainstream-Protestant congregations and, more recently, evangelical circles. In this multicultural world, Christians encounter tremendous diversity in every level of society, confronting the world's conduct, attitudes, beliefs, and cultural programs. Much of this world's beliefs and practices are anti-Christ, with concepts from false religions permeating governments, schooling, entertainment, and employment. There is an energetic movement to remove every concept of the Christian God from these spheres, replacing Him with the god of secularism, which is man himself. Within environmentalism, a New-Age-driven worship of Gaia, the so-called earth goddess, further illustrates this shift. The modern twist on tolerance equates it with acceptance on an equal level, rather than mere forbearance. If one does not accept according to this worldly standard, he is accused of lacking love. This new application of tolerance is evident in initiatives like the Elders, a group of global leaders from many faiths and backgrounds, brought together to support peacemaking efforts, promoting an equality that could lead to a one-world religion. Christians must not be tricked into accepting this modern tolerance of sugar-coated, sinful paganism and must reject such concepts in their lives.
Fiddling While Europe Burns
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeThe recent riots in the Paris suburbs draw attention to a Europe-wide problem: Two very different cultures are battling for supremacy.
An Overview of the Immigration Problem
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)When diversity is given greater importance than unity, one can see the end of unity and cooperation with regard to national goals.
Today's Christianity (Part Two): Southern Christianity Moves North
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles WhitakerContrary to the intention to marginalize Christianity through the Immigration Reform Act of 1965, it instead gave rise to a new strain of conservative Christianity.
Marxism in Academia: The Origins of Political Correctness
Commentary by David F. MaasHerbert Marcuse and Saul Alinsky introduced a more pragmatic form of Marxism into American academia, facilitating self-destruction by creating 'victim groups.'
Today's Christianity (Part Three): Southern Christianity's Impact on America
'Prophecy Watch' by Charles WhitakerThough secularists tried to use immigration policy to sideline Christianity, it backfired. God has used their scheme to accomplish His own purposes.
Hollywood Propaganda: The Insidious LGBT Agenda (Part Four)
Commentary by David F. MaasToday, however, every kind of sexual perversion imaginable filters into our living-rooms through Hollywood productions, promoting evil and castigating good.
How Did We Get This Way?
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSecularism, founded on the philosophical underpinnings of Rousseau, is, in effect, the official state religion for the majority of our nation.
Out of Control
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Diverse cultures separate peoples, causing cantankerousness and hostility, even when these cultures share the same language or share a common language.
It's All Relative
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughWe frequently hear our culture labeled as postmodern. What is postmodernism? How is it related to relativism? Most importantly, what does God think?
Where Are the Children?
Sermon by Ronny H. GrahamMalachi 4:5-6 predicts a horrible curse if the hearts of the fathers are not turned to the children and the hearts of the children turned to their fathers.
The LGBTQ Cultural Revolution (Part Two)
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsDr. Paul McHugh, in his research of post-transgendered patients, reveals that their suicide rate is 20% higher than unoperated transgender patients.
Inclusivity?
Sermon by Ronny H. GrahamMany churches have abandoned traditional values and have embraced humanism, using buzzwords such as inclusivity, community, spirituality, and justice.
As Much as Depends on You
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThough we are sometimes confronted with conflict, we have a duty to make peace through exercising love. Unity and peace are fruits of God's Spirit.