Back to the Future
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughA crisis reveals the grim truth about liberals in high office: They do not understand basic capitalism, and they lack the stomach for international hardball.
What If ... ?
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughGod's advice is, 'Seek the LORD and live,' a call to return to godliness and truth. He does not say, 'Vote Republican!' or 'Vote Democrat!'
Religion in Politics
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughTrue Christians should not take religious presidential candidates as a sign of American revival. It is an old ploy, using religion to gain temporal power.
Politics and Idolatry
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughMany are not just 'into' politics—it is their religion. They worship at the altar of government, sacrificing to honor the god of politics, the party.
Why We Do Not Vote
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughIn America, where the political process is hailed as free and democratic, it is considered somehow "un-American" not to vote whenever the polling stations open.
The Word of the Hour
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughAgitating for change could be fighting against God. He may very well have orchestrated the nation's conditions to instigate the next phase of His plan.
Divided We Fall
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughThe social indicators are not improving as a whole, and as each year goes by, behaviors that were once thought beyond the pale are accepted into the mainstream.
To Vote or Not to Vote
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityGod has power over all governments. Because all power ultimately derives from God, we should not presume to take the authority to raise up leaders.
Implications of the Gospel of the Kingdom
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeMark 1:14 describes Jesus' gospel as "the gospel of the kingdom of God." This statement has far-reaching implications for our beliefs and conduct.
The Days of Our Lives
'WorldWatch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe world's population is aging, along with their leaders. Will they be wise "hoary heads" or become old fools suffering diminished mental capacity?
Our Heavenly Citizenship
'Ready Answer' by Austin Del CastilloMembers of the church must focus on their identity in Christ and producing spiritual fruit even during such tumultuous times, not governments of men.
Implications of the Gospel of the Kingdom
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeGod's people must let go of the world's solutions, involving party spirit, revolutions, and power struggles, placing their trust in the sovereignty of God.
The Victim: Truth
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughWe have come to expect mudslinging and attack ads during presidential campaigns. Centuries of such campaigns have produced mean-spirited attacks on candidates.
The 'Success' of Pragmatism
CGG WeeklyThis election season exposed two elements of Satan's way: the use of pragmatism to achieve success and pragmatism's destructive nature in competition.
No End of Debate
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughDebate is a form of conflict—a war of words, the tongue being mightier than the sword—and people take sides, dig trenches, and do their best to bloody the enemy.
Hebrews 2: God Is Present
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God's people must immerse themselves daily in the Scriptures. While sinning Israelites consider God to be absent, He is nevertheless present with His saints.
Patriotism, the Summer Soldier, and Our Times (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Jesus Christ was not a sunshine patriot, but sacrificed everything He had for the sake of God's people and the Kingdom of God—His holy nation.
Patriotism, the Summer Soldier, and Our Times (Part Two)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn terms of patriotism to God's Kingdom, Jesus set the standard higher than anyone else, sacrificing His life for everyone, even before the Father called them.
The False Morality of Compassion
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughJust as love can be feigned to get a spouse's money or loyalty can be faked to attain a promotion, so can compassion be put on to gain sympathy, votes, and power.
Our Enervating Culture
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughIf a person cannot honestly ascertain whether a thing is true or false, it will not be long before he loses his grip on reality—which truth defines.
Why Was Hebrews Written? (Part Eleven): God Is Not Silent
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughChristians must seek God Himself and truly listen to what He says in His Word. Only then will they have the heart of wisdom to deal with today's challenges.