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It's Dangerous to Go Alone
Sermonette by Jarod RitenbaughJoseph's narrative in Genesis serves as a profound real-world iteration of the Hero's Journey, tracing his arc from favored son to enslaved prisoner and finally to Egyptian governor. While he endures classic trials—betrayal by his brothers, false accusation by Potiphar's wife, and unjust imprisonment—he is distinguished by a unique structural element: the absence of a mortal mentor who departs or dies. Instead, Joseph's journey is sustained by the continuous, unwavering presence of God, who remains with him through every stage of hardship and elevation. This divine companionship transforms the traditional template; rather than facing isolation despite appearances, Joseph experiences constant guidance and support, illustrating that even in the most turbulent trials, one is never truly alone, as God strengthens, upholds, and leads His people through every step of their heroic path.
Part of the Narrative
Commentary by Richard T. RitenbaughNarratology posits the existence of a contract between author and reader to adhere to a predisposed belief system with fixed rules and explanations.
Metaphors of God's Word
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughChrist says His words are Spirit and Life; they have a quality above human words because their source is divine. If ingested, these words lead to eternal life.
Eucatastrophe
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughEucatastrophe is an unraveling that ends up good. The Bible contains a number of eucatastrophes, including the death of Christ, a tragedy that turns into good.
The Necessity of Biblical Infallibility
CGG WeeklyBiblical infallibility is a prerequisite to a relationship with God. Yet today it is taught that the Bible should be read metaphorically, not literally.
Evaluating Culture
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughUnder humanistic liberalism, cultural standards exist on a sliding scale, depending on the tastes of the individual. In the end, there are no standards.
What 'The Bible and Its Influence' Will Teach
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeThe liberal media and National Education Association strive to banish every hint of Christianity from public school. Surprisingly, one 'Bible class' is allowed.