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What's In a Name?
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityFar from being accidental, our given names are sacred threads in God's intricate design, worthy of joy, reflection, and reverence.
A Name's Significance
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn Revelation 3:12 Christ promises that the one who overcomes will receive the name of God, the name of the city of God which is New Jerusalem, and Christ's new name. Every person who is part of God's elect and the bride of Christ in the first resurrection will receive Christ's new name. Christ will share with each member of His bride His sterling character, spotless reputation, and almighty power by sharing His new name with them. This is a great and awesome honor that God gives because He loves and has accepted His people. His name has already been placed on His followers through baptism into the name of Jesus Christ. That name identifies them with Christ, His character, His church, and His Kingdom. The name ties them down with great responsibility yet also brings God's favor, grace, and Spirit so they may reflect that name. The name constrains them to bear it with honor, loyalty, and loving obedience. With that awesome name upon them they are bound by covenant to uphold it and emulate everything it represents. Possessing the name of Christ lifts them up.
Our Reputation, Our Character
Article by StaffWhat is the difference between reputation and character? Which is more important? Ultimately, our character should be the foundation of our reputation.
The Third Commandment
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughMany think the Third Commandment merely prohibits profane speech. In reality, it regulates the purity and quality of our worship of the great God.
Flag of Our Father
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamIn the battle against the Amalekites, the banner indicated to Moses that God was in control of the situation, a realization which we must also maintain.
The Third Commandment: Idolatry
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the the Third Commandment, God's name describes His character, attributes, and nature. If we bear God's name, we must reflect His image and His character.
Holiness (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughTo appropriate the name of God means to represent His attributes, character and nature. Our behavior must imitate Christ just as Christ revealed God the Father.
Marriage and the Bride of Christ (Part Ten)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany have carried the baggage of the world into God's Church. We need to gain an appreciation of the privileges Christ has bestowed on His Church.
The Seven Churches (Part Five): Pergamos
Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist severely criticizes the church in Pergamos for idolatry and following the doctrine of Baalam. To those who overcome, He will grant eternal life.
Prepare for Your Future Now
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidWe have been base and ignoble, but Christ has enabled us to be cleaned up and transformed or shaped into offspring of God to be joint heirs with Christ.
The Fourth Commandment (Part 5)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe reason for refraining from many activities on the Sabbath is not labor or energy, but the overall motivation. Certain works are perfect for the Sabbath.
The Eternal Privileges of the Bride
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsJust as a bride gains a new identity, name, and inheritance through marriage, God's chosen saints, share Christ's very life, glory, and eternal prospects.
God and Self-Government
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe New Covenant, wherein God writes His law on the heart and gives His Spirit, empowers God's people to obey without the need for external control.
God's Promises Are Sure!
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThe story of Joseph offers lessons and encouragement regarding God's dealings with men during the time of the Feast of Trumpets.
Letters to Seven Churches (Part Eight): Overcoming
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughEach of the letters in Revelation 2 and 3 speak of overcoming. By examining those churches, we can understand what we are up against and what we must do.
Letters to Seven Churches (Part Four): Pergamos
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughCultural compromise, such as found in Pergamos, brings judgment from Jesus. To those who refuse to compromise their convictions, Christ promises eternal life.
Spiritual Renewal
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPaul admonishes the Corinthians to resist contentions, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambition, backbiting, whispering, slander, conceit, and agitation.
Psalms: Book Four (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe focus of Psalms Book IV and the Summary Psalm 149 is on the work of the glorified saints in serving as mediating priests under Christ.