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Privileges of the Temple of God

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. Collins

The Church is a building which has been constructed from the foundation of the world, fashioned incrementally stone by stone, layer by layer, member-by-member.

Biblical Symbolism: More 'Church' Symbols

Bible Study by Staff

The Bible uses so many symbols for God's church that no single Bible Study could do them justice. Here are several more, many of them familiar to Bible readers.

The Purpose of the Church

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The function of the church is like a teacher's college, preparing the firstfruits and providing them with the needed education and character development.

Is There a True Church?

Sermon/Bible Study by John W. Ritenbaugh

God's true church cannot be found without revelation nor can one join the organization; God calls and places each member in its appropriate place in the Body.

Biblical Symbolism: Yet More Symbols

Bible Study by Staff

The Bible contains many symbols that refer to the church. Included in this study are the symbols of the Temple and Tabernacle, the human body and trees.

A Time to Build Up

Sermonette by Christian D. Hunter

The building of Solomons' Temple began in the month of Ziv. Ziv occurs in the springtime when the sun is in the sky for longer, enabling working in the light.

Living Stones

Sermon by Ted E. Bowling

I Peter 2:9 reveals how precious we are to God, a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a living stone fitted to join our spiritual siblings.

Dynamic Living Stones!

Sermonette by Martin G. Collins

Our service and sacrifice should never be considered a burden, but a joy, declaring the excellency of God, witnessing what God in Christ has done for us.

Don't Leave the House!

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

As part of Christ's body or household, we have a responsibility to stay attached to the spiritual organism and to respond to the head.

Building on Christ's Foundation

Sermonette by Martin G. Collins

Even with all the quality materials and workmanship, its perpetuity would only be guaranteed if its people would walk faithfully in God's laws and statutes.

Knowing Christ (Part 2)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Christ's sacrifice was not merely substitutionary, but representative, with Christ giving us a pattern for life - mortifying our flesh and putting out sin.

God Our Provider

Article by Charles Whitaker

The story of God's providence in building the Tabernacle serves as an encouraging example for us today as we collaborate with God in building His church.

Be Strong and Work

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. Grabbe

While the returned Judean exiles prioritized their own houses over building the temple, we should understand that it is always time to work on God's house.

Bezaleel of the House of Judah

Sermonette by Ted E. Bowling

God augmented Bezaleel's natural abilities, not only in physical craftsmanship, but also in the soft skills of management, patience, and longsuffering.

Born Again (Part 1)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Baptism and being born again were already understood by the Jews, but the traditions had evidently blinded people to some additional spiritual nuances.

The Solid Foundation of God

Sermonette by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We don't all build on the foundation in the same manner, but God will test the quality of work for each of us in order to see if our edifice will stand.

The Glory of God (Part 3): From Glory to Glory

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We must not limit God's glory to something physical like fire or cloud, but rather recognize God's glory as radiating from His character, which we can share.

The Priesthood of God (Part Ten) Conclusion

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

As future priests, we are going to be given rigorous, hands-on jobs to teach people righteousness and holiness, distinguishing between the sacred and profane.