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Generations in America
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeEvery society has multiple generations living at the same time, and the way they interact has a tremendous impact on culture and events.
'Perfect In His Generations'
'Ready Answer' by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen God says that Noah was 'perfect in his generations,' does He imply racial purity? A study of the Hebrew words quickly clarifies its meaning.
Leaving Religion Behind
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughMore Millennials identify themselves as non-religious and show no indication of embracing religion in the foreseeable future.
Even From My Youth
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSolomon teaches that childhood and youth are vanity, and that having fun while forgetting God may create flawed character and permanent sorrow.
What a Time to be Alive
Sermonette by Ryan McClureFocusing on how rapidly advancing technology impacts God's relationship with everyone, but with special emphasis to the younger generations (Z, Alpha, Beta), we learn techniques for maintaining a stable relationship with God despite the shifting technological ground. Generational identity groups various population cohorts into 15-17-year time periods. New technologies, social trends, and slang impact the way they view the world. Starting with Gen Z, they are the first generation to grow up completely immersed in new digital tools and the various methods of doing things that come from them. With the "digital immersion" comes other challenges like an unstable economy and the exposure of institutions (religious, governmental, media, education) as having deep rooted corruption. This creates a more decentralized form of spirituality (Judges 21:25). This also creates a severely anxious generation with uncertainty about the foundations of their world and the future it holds. To combat this problem, we are called to: 1.) Pray, 2.) Keep his Appointments (Feasts), 3.) Seek God and Believe Him, and 4). Be Productive and Redeem the Time. In a world rapidly turning into something mysteriously new, focus on the one thing that does not change—God and his truth.
Strengthening the Family
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod ordained marriage and the family for the physical and spiritual growth and nurturing of children. God's goal is a Family composed of mature spirit beings.
Childrearing (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughChildren do not initiate love but reflect it. If a child does not receive a convincing demonstration of this love, he will not become a conductor of love.
Jesus and the Rebellious Son
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe law for stoning a rebellious son was never recorded as having been carried out, but ironically the nation put to death the maximally obedient Son.
The Good Man and His Grandchildren
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)Grandparents have an obligation to transmit the best things of the past (morality, ethics, marriage and family values) to the current generation.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOld Testament activities picture New Testament realities, elevated to their spiritual intent. The church has been chosen as a royal and holy priesthood.