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All About Edom (Part Three): Obadiah
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Bible's most comprehensive prophecy about Edom appears in Obadiah. This "minor" prophet foretells the future for the descendants of Esau.
Esther (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHaman was the treacherous offspring of King Agag, and Mordecai was the godly descendant of King Saul. Their pairing in Esther provides a sequel to I Samuel 15.
Concerning Edom
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe prophet Obadiah sorrowfully dramatizes God's judgment upon Edom (Esau) for his hatred, haughtiness, and pride, and how and why Edom will be annihilated.
The Philadelphia Syndrome (Part One)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeChrist favors the Philadelphia church, but such favor puts it under obligation. Sadly, God's favor causes some to think too highly of themselves.
The Philadelphia Syndrome
Commentary by David C. GrabbeThe Worldwide Church of God considered itself to be the 'Philadelphia era,' but the fruit has been misplaced trust, idolatry, competition, and exclusivity.
Three Missing Kings (Part Two)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughJoash, Amaziah, and Uzziah, all kings of Judah, shared a common, spiritually deadly characteristic that kept them from being listed in Christ's genealogy.
Sanctification and the Teens
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughYoung people in the church must realize that they are not invincible. Not only is God's law no respecter of persons, but also sanctification can be lost.
Sanctification, Teens, and Self-Control
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughYoung people are responsible for the spiritual knowledge that they have learned from their parents, as well as the custodianship of spiritual blessings.
Do We See Ourselves As God Sees Us?
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Praying without gratitude is like clipping the wings of prayer. Thankfulness is not natural to carnal human nature which loves to grovel as a timid worrywart.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 12)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe church of God today resembles a patient languishing from a deadly disease, resulting from a diet of spiritual junk food and neglecting the bread of life.
Under Attack By the Amalekites
Sermon byIn "Under Attack by the Amalekites," the journey of Israel from the Red Sea to Sinai is presented as far more than a historical account—it is a spiritual roadmap for Christians during the count to Pentecost. Through Israel's repeated tests at Marah, Elim, the giving of manna, and finally the attack by Amalek, God progressively revealed His names and character as Healer, Provider, Sustainer, and Banner for His people. The sermon emphasizes that God was teaching Israel—and now teaches us—that He is not a "genie in a bottle" who merely grants physical deliverance, but a holy God seeking to transform His people through obedience, faith, mercy, and dependence upon Him. The Amalekite attack becomes a powerful type of Satan's assaults against God's people, especially targeting the weak and weary, while Joshua's emergence points forward to faithful leadership under God's direction. Drawing from Exodus, Psalms, the Gospels, James, and Paul's warning in 1 Corinthians 10, the message calls believers to examine themselves deeply during the Pentecost count: to trust God as their true healer, honor His Sabbath and commandments, pray fervently for one another, and actively overcome the lingering influence of the world while walking under the banner of Jesus Christ toward holiness and eternal life.
Blessings from the Deep
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)The explosion of knowledge in the last three decades about life in earth's deep biosphere illustrates the forethought behind God's planning and providence.
The W's and H's of Meditation (Part Four)
Sermon by David F. MaasMeditating on the perils of our transitory existence paradoxically leads to a longer, happier life as our portion of God's Spirit grows within us.
Asphalt Aspirations and Pentecost's Promise
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)God reversed the Babel debacle with His own plan to unify, making one called-out people, having one mutually understood language, commencing on Pentecost.
Anarchy in God's Church? (Part Three)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeIf we reject the spiritual gifts God gave to others, we put ourselves at risk of being deceived, and altering our belief system in response to every new idea.
The Truth About Deception (Part One)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeThe Bible frequently warns against deception because all are susceptible. Recognizing one lie does not mean that we are immune to all others.