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Could You Stand Alone?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWould we have the same courage to stand spiritually as the brave unarmed man who resisted the tanks of the Chinese Red Army in Tiananmen Square?
Courage and the Dog Soldier
'Ready Answer' by Mike FordThough we are surrounded and buffeted by numerous difficulties and trials, God is always faithful to provide what we need to endure and overcome them.
A Band of Christian Brothers
Sermon by Ted E. BowlingAs Christian soldiers, we are called to stand fast in a spiritual battle, not with traditional weapons or against people, but striving toward the Kingdom of Heaven with singleness of mind and purpose. We must be disciplined in study and prayer, courageous in doing right, and loyal to Jesus Christ, even amidst difficulties. Every day, we face challenges to our faith—trials, temptations, fear, distractions, and pressures to compromise. God has called us to follow Him, to put on spiritual armor, and to trust Him in this fight. We are in a spiritual conflict with satan the devil, the world, and our own human nature. Just as soldiers endure hardships and learn discipline to survive, we too must endure spiritual hardships, facing times of pain, sorrow, and even depression or bitterness. Our lives depend on this discipline and obedience, trained through God's Holy Spirit, services, prayers, and study. Jesus Christ, our Leader, stands by our side, providing unending encouragement and unfailing hope, ensuring we are never alone in this battle. Standing firm in Christ means He will be with us as we stand up for Him. Only through His strength and power can we overcome this spiritual war. As a band of Christian brothers and sisters, we are unified by God, not divided, but knit together as one body, promoting growth through bonds of love and unity. We must stand together, relying on each other, especially in adversity, knowing that our Savior is with us. Our first responsibilities are to God and to our Commander, Jesus Christ. We are called to endure hardship, not seek comfort, and to face spiritual battles with patience and a vision of the Kingdom of God. Whether isolated or separated by miles, we do not stand alone; our brethren and our Savior support us. Jesus Christ, the Captain of our salvation, leads us through trials, never putting us through more than we can handle, calling us to stand and endure together, growing both individually and collectively through shared suffering.
Principled Living (Part Seven): Enduring to the End
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughLike a marathoner or a soldier fighting a battle, we are admonished to endure to the end, standing firm, holding our ground, and resisting assaults.
Motivation to Endure
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidWe must develop patience, perseverance, and endurance for the times ahead, safe-guarding the precious calling God has given us and enduring to the end
Enduring as a Good Soldier
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)To wage spiritual warfare, we must endure hardship, not entangling ourselves in the affairs of the world, being single-minded in pleasing our Captain.
A Man of Fortitude and Conviction
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingDesmond Doss was the first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor. This Sabbath-keeping medic exemplifies total conviction.
Darts
Sermon by John O. ReidWe must put on the full armor of God to stand against the demonic principalities, an army of 1/3 of the angels, bent on the destruction of God's elect.
Building With Integrity
'Ready Answer' by Mike FordPeople may talk a lot about character, but finding a person or a company with integrity is a tall order. Integrity is vital for character growth.
The Conquering Offensive!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsOur Christian warfare cannot merely consist in maintaining a defensive holding pattern, but instead we must go on the conquering offensive, using the sword.
Gideon's 300
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGideon incrementally moved from a position of weakness and fear to a position of strength and valor as he increasingly started to trust in God to give victory.
Building the Wall (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBuilding a wall requires standing, holding firm, showing alertness and a readiness for action, even if it requires self-denial and unpleasant dirty work.
Prepare
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidWe need to prepare for a grim future by coming out of this world, exercising and toughening up the spiritual aspects of our lives through Basic Training.
Who Will Be Kept from the Hour of Trial?
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeGod promises some Christians that He will keep them from the Tribulation, the 'hour of trial.' Here are the characteristics of those whom God will protect.
Is the United States a Christian Nation? (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Founders of this nation were guided more by laws of expedience than by ideology or theology, not having the true faith once delivered.