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The Wrath of God

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The concept of the Winepress of God's Wrath emerges as a vivid and terrifying depiction of divine judgment, reflecting the ultimate expression of God's anger against unrepentant sin. This imagery portrays a gruesome battle where immense bloodshed, described as reaching up to the horses' bridles, signifies the depth of destruction outside Jerusalem. God's patience, though vast, reaches its limit with humanity's persistent rejection and sinfulness, culminating in overwhelming devastation and death for those who oppose Him. When His Son returns in the clouds, rather than submitting, mankind gathers to fight Him, triggering this catastrophic outpouring of wrath. This wrath, though severe, is an intrinsic part of His love, aimed at eliminating evil and establishing righteousness, ensuring a future where holiness prevails. The sounding of the seventh trumpet heralds not only the return of Jesus Christ and the beginning of His reign but also the time of His great wrath, marking a decisive moment of judgment and renewal for the earth.

Why Did God Command Israel to Go to War?

'Ready Answer' by David C. Grabbe

God's command for Israel to execute total war on the Canaanites has a rational—and yes, Christian—explanation. He is not cruel; there is a benevolent reason.

Famine (Part Three): The Abundance of God's Salvation

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

After Christ's return, famine will be the penalty for not keeping His Feast of Tabernacles. God will establish conditions in which famine will never occur again.

How Long, O Lord?

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

The Seventh Trumpet is a call to assemble, a call to battle, and announces the arrival of a new ruler, Jesus Christ, separating the wheat from the tares.

Christ's Second Coming

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Trumpets memorializes God's deliverance of Israel beginning with Joseph, and looks forward to Christ's return when God will deliver His people.

How Long, O Lord? (1994)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The references to trumpets suggest an announcement of a specific event or an alarm of what is to follow. Typically, the events themselves are figurative trumpet blasts.

Shock and Awe - and Speed

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The world will experience the ultimate 'shock and awe campaign' at the second coming of Christ. When these events start, they will occur at meteoric speed.

The Book of Joel (Part Three)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

In the fullness of time, God will pour His spirit on all peoples, including those who had formerly directed their hostility on God and His chosen people.

The Future's So Bright I Gotta Wear Shades

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Millennium will come about because Jesus Christ is faithful to rescue mankind from its own stupidity, putting an end to sin and rebellion.

Rod of Iron

Sermon by John O. Reid

Cultural and belief systems contrary to God's way of life will not dissolve or break apart easily, but will require a rod of iron to break them apart.

Psalms: Book Three (Part One)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Book Three of the Psalms deals with the somber theme of judgment on a people who have rejected their God and have produced much rotten spiritual fruit.

The Great Flood (Part Four)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Genesis 6 reflects a distortion of marriage. One improbable explanation of the "sons of God" is that angelic beings cohabited with human beings.

The Two Witnesses (Part Three)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The first major concern of the Two Witnesses will be directed to the church rather than to the world at large, expunging worldliness out of the church.