Sermons and Biblical Studies

Sermonette: For the Love of God #1519s Austin Del Castillo Given 07-Dec-19; 16 minutes listen: description: (hide) Just as Charles Dickens penned "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times," so also there is a stark contrast between the insane times we live in and our incredible calling. While the governments … Continue reading “Sermonette: For the Love of God”

Sermon: Using God’s Given Authority Within the Pillars of Wisdom #1518 Mark Schindler Given 30-Nov-19; 74 minutes listen: description: (hide) Just as Nebuchadnezzar ultimately acknowledged God as the highest authority in the affairs of mankind (Daniel 4), Ronald Reagan diligently sought God’s guidance during his Presidency. The President’s diary acknowledges God’s firm direction of his … Continue reading “Sermon: Using God’s Given Authority”

Commentary: Just Under the Skin A Veneer of Civilization #1518c Richard T. Ritenbaugh Given 30-Nov-19; 9 minutes listen: description: (hide) The profound, always-seething anger that characterizes human nature is a deadly powder keg, ready to explode at the slightest provocation. Wikipedia, which has been chronicling the frequency and intensity of historical and current riots, shows … Continue reading “Commentary: Just Under the Skin”

Sermonette: Glory and Oneness #1518s David C. Grabbe Given 30-Nov-19; 19 minutes listen: description: (hide) In Jesus Christ’s prayer on the eve of the Passover, He petitioned that He and His Father be one and that all of His disciples throughout time be at one, and this oneness will come from the glory that He … Continue reading “Sermonette: Glory and Oneness”

Sermon: Wonderful Women #1517 Martin G. Collins Given 23-Nov-19; 67 minutes listen: description: (hide) Feminists have made marriage a battlefield, requiring men to grovel at the feet of vastly superior Amazons. The scourge of strident women ‘leaders’ is a direct consequence of men not shouldering responsibilities. According to God’s vision of the institution of marriage, … Continue reading “Sermon: Wonderful Women”

Commentary: A Search for a Singular Truth #1517c John W. Ritenbaugh Given 23-Nov-19; 13 minutes listen: description: (hide) More is expected of America than of all the other Israelite nations because, just as God proclaimed to ancient Israel, "You only have I known … of all the families of the earth; therefore I will visit … Continue reading “Commentary: A Search for a Singular Truth”

Sermonette: As The Deer Pants Psalms 42 #1517s Ted E. Bowling Given 23-Nov-19; 17 minutes listen: description: (hide) Psalm 42 contains the figure of a deer panting for water. There are various connotations of the verb ‘pant’ as it applies to thirsting after water in an arid environment as well as to the exhaustion experienced … Continue reading “Sermonette: As The Deer Pants”

Sermon: Our Part in the Sanctification Process (Part Five): Cultivating Patience Patience #1516 David F. Maas Given 16-Nov-19; 67 minutes Go to the Our Part in the Sanctification Process (sermon series) description: (hide) Numerous scriptures prove the deleterious effects of impatience committed by our ancient forbears. These examples are contrasted with the patience of the … Continue reading “Sermon: Our Part in the Sanctification Process (Part Five): Cultivating Patience”

Commentary: Over-Honoring Children #1516c Martin G. Collins Given 16-Nov-19; 10 minutes listen: description: (hide) Many misguided parents place their children on pedestals, virtually worshipping them as if they were deities. Parents who worship their children cater to every one of their whims, fearing to offend them, all the while, teaching them to be insolent and … Continue reading “Commentary: Over-Honoring Children”

Sermon: Hebrews (Part Ten): Chapters 1 and 2 #1515 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 09-Nov-19; 71 minutes Go to the Hebrews (sermon series) description: (hide) The pre-incarnate Christ created angels as ministering spirits to take care of God’s offspring destined to be heirs of salvation. Psalm 110:1 makes His supremacy over the angels clear. God’s called-out … Continue reading “Sermon: Hebrews (Part Ten): Chapters 1 and 2”