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Christian Zeal

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Jesus Christ's zeal is a profound example of holy fervor, demonstrating both a deep love for God and a fierce opposition to evil. His zeal for God's house consumed Him, as seen when He drove out the moneychangers from the Temple with a whip of cords, an act of righteous indignation early in His ministry. This intense passion for upholding the honor of God's Temple was so all-encompassing that it blocked out all other concerns, focusing single-mindedly on preserving the dignity and holiness of the place representing God's presence among His people. His actions also reflected His zeal against those who defrauded worshippers, showing that His fervor was both for what is good and against what is evil. This zeal for God's house, as remembered by His disciples through the words of Psalm 69:9, "Zeal for Your house has eaten me up," can be understood as consuming His life entirely. It signifies that His chief desire was to do what God wanted, pouring every ounce of His energy into fulfilling His mission. His zeal motivated Him to work tirelessly, healing multitudes and teaching with unflagging energy, driven by a sustenance found in doing God's will. Whether early in His ministry or during the final cleansing of the Temple, His fervor for God's way never waned, illustrating a spiritual heat that propelled Him to pursue what pleased God and to fight against what dishonored Him. Christ's zeal added a value to His expressions of love, compassion, and mercy, making them fervent and heartfelt. His actions were never cold or detached; He felt deeply for the people, healing and teaching out of a compassionate love fueled by zeal. This intensity enhanced every virtue He displayed, binding His efforts with earnestness and fire, setting an example of how zeal can transform godly actions into powerful demonstrations of devotion to God and His Kingdom.

Are You Zealous? (Part Five)

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

It is easy to see the zeal displayed by a Paul or a Daniel and become discouraged, feeling we do not measure up. How can we show our zeal for God and His way?

Are You Zealous? (Part Four)

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Jesus' driven, untiring work exemplifies the concept of zeal in Scripture: as holy fervor—virtuous wrath against evil and great ardor for doing good.

Prayer and Seeking God

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Rather than having an apathetic relationship toward God, we must ardently, earnestly, and fervently seek God in order to imitate His behavior in our lives.

Born Again (Part 3)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

We have been adopted into the family of God and have become members of God's Kingdom. The Kingdom is here in the same way the church is a spiritual entity.

An Acceptable Sacrifice

Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh

Abel was totally consumed, becoming the first martyr for faith. Likewise, when we are called to God, we can expect to be used until we are consumed.