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Parables and a Pearl
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughIn the parable of the Pearl of Great Price, found in Matthew 13:45-46, the kingdom of heaven is likened to a merchant seeking beautiful pearls. This merchant, upon finding one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had to buy it. The narrative portrays the merchant as seriously and deliberately searching the world to secure the best and costliest gems, making it the very business of his life. He travels widely with zeal and a lofty purpose, able to appreciate the best when he sees it. This parable illustrates a profound lesson about value and dedication, emphasizing the merchant's relentless pursuit and willingness to sacrifice everything for the ultimate treasure.
God's Pearls
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Ted E. BowlingOur spiritual development is like the creation of a pearl. Just as the oyster coats an irritant with a mother of pearl, we begin as an irritant in God's creation.
Casting Pearls
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus warns His disciples not to cast their pearls before those not called or those acting contemptuously to God's truth and would attack the messenger.
God's Real Transformation
Sermon by Mark SchindlerJesus is transforming His Bride into something beautiful, mirroring His godly character. He is preparing us to carry out our responsibilities.
Proverbs 31 and the Wife of Christ (Part One)
Sermon by Mark SchindlerRevelation 19 and Proverbs 31 teach that the bride's value, strength, and virtue come entirely from God, yet must be lived out through righteous action.