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New Heavens and New Earth
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's plan, determined before the foundation of the earth, culminates in a vision far beyond the current state of creation. The present earth and heavens, subject to decay and stained with corruption, are not a suitable inheritance for His children. As revealed in prophecy, the whole earth and heaven will burn up and dissolve, disappearing entirely. This destruction paves the way for a new creation, as God will not provide a permanent dwelling for His Family that does not match Their eternal nature. Following this dissolution, He declares the completion of the work begun before the world's foundation. A new heavens and a new earth will emerge, free from decay, never to weary or grow old, mirroring the glorified state of the children of God. This new creation, a fitting inheritance shared with Christ as joint-heirs, represents the ultimate fulfillment of God's purpose, where nothing will ever be done in futility, and eternal bodies and minds will dwell in perfect harmony with Him.
Does Peter Predict the Total Destruction of the Earth in II Peter 3:10?
Bible Questions & AnswersThe heavens and the earth that now exist are kept in store by the same word, reserved for fire until the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men. This unquenchable fire will cause the heavens to pass away with a great noise, and the elements to melt with fervent heat, burning up both the earth and the works within it. Nevertheless, according to His promise, we look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. The earth will still exist after this cleansing fire, renewed by God to become a pure, glorious habitation for Him and the rest of the God Kingdom.
Passover and New Creation
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)In the unfolding of God's plan, a new creation emerges, beginning with the new man, of whom Christ is the Firstfruits, the first and preeminent. This creation will reach its fulfillment when God builds a new heaven and a new earth. Unlike the first order marked by division, this new creation is defined by unity, an environment of fellowship and peace, as God unravels the separations of the initial order. In this new heaven and new earth, as depicted in Revelation 21, God establishes a new order of things, replacing what was built in Genesis 1 and 2. The sea, once part of the land/sea pairing, is no more, as God dissolves this division by removing one element, creating a unity where all is land. This represents a profound change in the order of things, reversing the original pairing without destroying life. Further, in this new order, the pairing of day and night, created at Genesis 1:3-5, is also dissolved. There will be no night, signifying another reversal of a fundamental separation. The order of the new heaven and new earth is characterized by unification, not division, as God continues to break down walls of separation, building on a foundation of peace and unity until all is reconciled and united in fellowship with Him.
Death Is Not the End (Part Six)
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughThe people who rise in the second resurrection will enjoy Millennial conditions with Christ and the firstfruits of God's Family living among them.
Holy Days: The Eighth Day
Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Eighth Day, the year's final holy day, pictures the time after the Millennium. God will complete His plan by offering eternal life to all humanity.
What Will Happen After Christ's 1,000-Year Rule?
Bible Questions & AnswersHebrews 2:6-8 says that God will ultimately put the whole universe—all things—under man's authority. What is happening now is only the beginning.
The Process of Righteous Judgment
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe share with Christ the prospect of preparing the earth for billions of people awaiting their opportunity for eternal life, assisting in the harvest.
Lessons From the Eighth Day
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe priests saw the glory of God after seven days of consecration. Similarly, after 7000 years of human history, the Eighth Millennium will dawn.
The Eighth Day (2019)
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe Eight Day (or Last Great Day) has little written about it, but the patterns of Scripture reveal much about the abundance of this holy day.
Jesus and the Feast (Part Three): Light of the World
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughMany scholars believe that John 7:53 to 8:11 was added because the style differs, but the verses are incredibly consistent with one another.
Eternal Responsibilities
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe each have an eternal responsibility to do the will of God, continually seeking Him. Those who do not choose God's way of life will be mercifully put to death.
The Last Great Day
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidBecause we have been tempted and failed many times, and had to overcome, we will be able encourage those resurrected, proving that it is not impossible.
The End
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughNoah's flood was an end, the temple's destruction was an end, Christ's second coming will be an end, and the Last Great Day will be an end and a beginning.
An Abundant Spiritual Offering
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe number eight signifies a new start with abundance abundance following a period of time (a week, seven years, or a millennium) of preparatory activity.
The Ultimate Father's Day
Article by StaffFather's Day is a time we honor our human fathers, but a time is coming when our ultimate Father in heaven will be honored for eternity.
Basic Doctrines: The Third Resurrection
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsMost of Christianity ignores the third resurrection, but it shows God's ultimate justice and how He will deal with incorrigibly evil people in godly love.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Thirty-Four): Ecclesiastes 9:2-12
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAlthough some try to make their lives easier by compromising, Solomon warns that all evil leads to death, and that doing evil in any circumstance is insane.
Standing on the Sea of Glass
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Sea of Glass at God's throne reflects and symbolizes God's holiness and purity, peace and calmness, and His purposes of righteousness and love.
A Millennium of Preparation
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod has been preparing His plan from before the foundation of the world, and life's complexity and symbiosis reveal a super-competent Designer and Planner.
Behavior Matters
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughCore Protestant theology decrees that grace by faith alone is the only thing of eternal value, and behavior has no part to play in our eternal life.
Do Angels Live Forever?
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughHow will God deal with the demons? Here are four common assumptions made regarding Satan's and the demons' fate, along with a cohesive explanation.
Where is the Promise of His Coming?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsDoubting that Christ will return has always been problematic for the faithful weak as well as a tool of the heretics denying the second coming of Christ.
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.
The Harvest is Almost In
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. ReidWithout Jesus Christ ruling this earth, mankind cannot govern himself one iota. Good times are coming to the earth when God's governance will restore all things.
Eternal Torment?
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Bible does not teach that hell is a place of eternal torment. Instead, God will eradicate all sin and wickedness, not punish the wicked forever.