God promises abundant blessings for obedience to His commands. Deuteronomy 28:1-2 assures that diligent obedience elevates His people above nations, with blessings overtaking them. Malachi 3:10 links tithing to overflowing blessings, while Job 36:11 and Psalm 1:3 promise prosperity for the obedient. Matthew 6:33 emphasizes seeking God's kingdom first, ensuring all needs are met. Deuteronomy 27 and Joshua 8:30-35 highlight blessings symbolized by Mount Gerizim for those at peace with God. Leviticus 26:4-9 and Deuteronomy 7:13-15 pledge fruitfulness, victory, and health for covenant-keeping. Obedience brings spiritual richness and material abundance, as seen in promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, though full blessings require steadfast adherence to God's ways.

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Unity and Division: The Blessing and the Curse (Part Three)

'Ready Answer' by Charles Whitaker

In the context of God's judgments and divisions among His people, blessings are distinctly tied to obedience. As recorded in Deuteronomy 27, Moses instructed the issuance of blessings at Mount Gerizim, a directive later executed by Joshua as seen in Joshua 8:30-35, upon entering the Promised Land. The six tribes positioned on Mount Gerizim, representing the blessings that flow from obedience, were descended from Jacob's wives, Leah and Rachel, specifically including the tribes of Joseph and Benjamin, and others from Leah except Reuben and Zebulun. This division underscores a clear dichotomy between blessing and curse, mirroring the opposition between obedience and disobedience. Those on Mount Gerizim symbolize individuals fully at peace with God, enjoying fellowship with Him, and living as true disciples of Christ, wholly committed to His service. For them, there is no need for further offerings or altars, as their lives are already dedicated to God, rendering such physical symbols unnecessary.

Are You Missing Out On Blessings?

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

God has promised to abundantly bless those who submit their lives to Him in obedience to His precepts and laws. In Malachi 3:10, the LORD of hosts declares, "Bring all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house, and try Me now in this, says the LORD of hosts, If I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it." This promise reveals that obedience in tithing brings blessings beyond what one can store. Job 36:11 states that those who obey and serve God shall spend their days in prosperity and their years in pleasures. Similarly, Psalm 1:3 affirms that whatever the righteous does shall prosper. Deuteronomy 28:1-2 emphasizes the conditions for receiving blessings through diligent obedience: "Now it shall come to pass, if you diligently obey the voice of the LORD your God, to observe carefully all His commandments which I command you today, that the LORD your God will set you high above all nations of the earth. And all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, because you obey the voice of the LORD your God." These blessings are promised upon listening to God's voice, observing His commandments, and not turning aside from His ways. The chapter contrasts blessings with curses, showing that obedience brings favor while disobedience leads to consequences, yet God's desire is to bless those who delight in His goodness. Psalm 34:8 invites, "Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who trusts in Him!" This calls for active effort to experience God's goodness through trust and obedience, promising blessings to those who fear Him and seek Him. Psalm 19:7-11 further extols the value of God's laws, stating that in keeping them there is great reward, more desirable than gold and sweeter than honey. The true measure of blessings lies not in material wealth but in spiritual richness, recognized through faith and works. James 2:22-23 illustrates that faith, perfected by works as seen in Abraham's obedience, brings righteousness and friendship with God. Jesus teaches in Luke 17:5-10 that increasing faith through diligent service beyond what is commanded reveals greater blessings. Matthew 6:33 urges, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you," assuring that prioritizing God's will brings both spiritual and necessary physical blessings. Thus, for true Christians, blessings are proven and recognized in the doing of what God requires, often seen through eyes of faith in the eternal rather than the temporary.

Blessings We Could Have Had

Sermon by Kim Myers

God has blessed the Israelitish people with abundance beyond any other nation on earth, despite their moral failings and spiritual shortcomings. He continues to bless nations like England, Ireland, France, America, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand because He keeps His promises and always fulfills His Word. In Genesis 17:5-6, God promised Abraham that He would make him a father of many nations, exceedingly fruitful, with kings coming from his lineage. In Genesis 12:2-3, God declared He would make Abraham a great nation, bless him, and through him, all families of the earth would be blessed, while those who bless or curse him would receive the same in return. Under kings David and Solomon, ancient Israel became a mighty empire, controlling vast lands from the Nile to the Euphrates, as promised in Joshua 1:4. Their military might was immense, with David commanding an army of 1.5 million men, and Solomon reigning over numerous kingdoms, as recorded in I Kings 4:20-21 and 4:24-26. Solomon's wealth surpassed all kings, with silver as common as stones in Jerusalem, as noted in I Kings 10:23 and 10:27. Their navy, allied with Phoenician and Egyptian forces, brought riches from across the world, as described in I Kings 10:22. God's promises extended to Jacob, renamed Israel, in Genesis 35:11, where He vowed a nation and a company of nations would come from him, fulfilled in the United States and the British Commonwealth. In Genesis 27:28, God blessed Isaac's seed with the dew of heaven, the fatness of the earth, and abundant grain and wine, evident in the agricultural wealth of modern Israelitish nations like the United States, Canada, and Australia. In Genesis 22:17, God promised military might and control over enemies' gates, seen in the historical dominance of British and American navies and strategic holdings. In Genesis 28:13-14, God assured Jacob of land for his descendants, their spread across the earth, and a blessing to all families through his seed, both physically through material and military strength, and spiritually through the coming of Christ. Deuteronomy 28:2-9 outlines blessings for obedience, promising prosperity in city and country, fruitfulness in body and land, victory over enemies, and establishment as a holy people if God's commandments are kept. Leviticus 26:4-9 further promises rain in season, abundant harvests, peace, safety, and triumph over foes for faithfulness to His covenant. Deuteronomy 7:13-15 speaks of God's love and multiplication, blessing the fruit of the womb and land, and removing all sickness if His ways are followed. Exodus 23:25 and Exodus 15:26 reinforce this, with God pledging to bless bread and water and take away sickness for those who serve Him and heed His statutes. Though these blessings have been partially fulfilled, full realization is hindered by disobedience among ancient Israel, modern Israel, and even God's church, who fail to fully keep their covenant with Him. God desires to pour out even greater blessings, but steadfast adherence to His laws and ways is required to receive them.

Economics in Prophecy

'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Many doubters think that the Bible is not sophisticated enough to comment on modern ideas, but God's Word factors economics into the end-time prophecies.

Doing Righteousness

Sermon by Kim Myers

God's church, because it co-exists with the unrighteousness of the world, is in danger of becoming corrupted or leavened by the world's example.

The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Healing a Cripple by a Pool (Part Two)

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

Wicked people despise right conduct; they will ridicule it and even try to stop it because it is repugnant to them (Proverbs 29:27).

Remaining Unleavened

Article by John O. Reid

We tend to put matters behind us once we are finished with them, but we cannot afford to do this with the lessons we learn from the Days of Unleavened Bread.

Good Old Age

Sermonette by James Beaubelle

Always understanding that it is God who orders life, our success at a good life depends on our yielding to His direction. We will reap what we sow.

The Handwriting is on the Wall (2008)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

We must allow God to change our lives. The blessings and cursing principle of Deuteronomy 28 remains unchanged, applying to all who have made the covenant.

The Providence of God (Part One)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Calamities, trials, anxiety, evil, and calamities, as well as blessings, happen to Christians in order to become fashioned and molded into God's image.

Are You a True Friend of Jesus Christ?

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

In every platitude and truism about friendship that we have read, all point to loyalty and faithfulness as the most desired attributes.

Job and Self-Evaluation (Part One): Job's Character

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The lessons of the book of Job, which carry distinct New Covenant insights, applies to all. Job was complete, yet had spiritually stalled.

Deuteronomy, Land Sabbaths, Atonement, and Third Tithe

Sermon by Ryan McClure

What has come to light regarding reading Deuteronomy, the year of release, the Day of Atonement, the third tithe year, and Passover.

Prosperity's Consequences

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Prosperity is not always an emblem of God's approval. God will not prosper us if it would cause spiritual damage, insulating us from seeking His kingdom.

Malachi's Appeal to Backsliders (Part Three)

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

We must be careful when we ask for justice, for our request might come back to bite us. Those begging for justice will indeed get what they ask for.

Joseph: A Saga of Excellence (Part Four)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Joseph's example proves that even the most difficult temptation can be resisted and overcome, though this skill must be developed incrementally.

Prophecy's Place

'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Studying prophecy is good, but doctrine and Christian living are far more necessary and helpful to our practicing and growing in God's way of life now.