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In the Wake of An Unnatural Disaster (Part Six)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God evaluates Israel's social conduct with a severe comparison to Sodom, a city emblematic of immorality in His Word. In Revelation 11:7, He identifies Jerusalem, the capital of the Israelitish people, as Sodom and Egypt, signaling a profound judgment on its moral state. Furthermore, in Ezekiel 16, Israel and Judah are likened to Sodom as sisters, not by blood but by their shared shameful conduct. This comparison in Ezekiel 16:44-52 reveals the depth of immorality among these nations, with accusations primarily aimed at Judah, though all are guilty to varying degrees. God's assessment, written after Israel and Judah faced punishment and captivity for their immorality, remains relevant as a description of ongoing moral decay. According to Ezekiel 16:55-58, which sets the time element, this evaluation applies to the present, indicating that Israel is every bit as bad as Sodom, though not yet reaching the full extent of Judah's depravity, with the trajectory headed toward that peak.
Sodom and Egypt
Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh'Sodom and Egypt' in Revelation 11:8 identifies Jerusalem, but stands for all the inhabitants of modern Israel, including the US, Canada, and England.
Leaving Sodom
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAmerica resembles the days of Lot and the culture of Sodom. The days of Lot were also productive and wealthy, leading to an excess of idle time.
Jonah: Typical Israelite
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughTo this borderline-suicidal narcissist, his universe held only himself, permitting God's will for others only if it conformed to his own will.
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Seven): Romans 9
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPaul describes physical Israel as broken branches, allowing gentile branches to be grafted in, ultimately leading to the return of Israel to God's grace.
Amos 5 and the Feast
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Just because we keep God's feasts does not necessarily mean we are in sync with God's Law or intent. The Israelites kept the feasts in a carnal manner.
Jesus, Mary, and Josephine?
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)A Methodist church pageant portrayed Jesus, Mary, and Josephine, suggesting that Jesus had two mommies. Lies are destroying the life of this nation.
Lot's Day and Our Day
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe West is obsessed with materialism and guaranteed security, as many institutions protect—even encourage—mediocrity, incompetency, and malfeasance.