Biblestudy: John (Part Three) Biblical and Secular Testimonies to Jesus Christ’s Divinity #BS-JO03 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 02-Sep-86; 88 minutes Go to the John (Bible study series) description: (hide) John’s message that God could become flesh in the person of Jesus Christ is startling and unique. In order for Christ to be our savior, He … Continue reading “Biblestudy: John (Part Three)”
Biblestudy: John (Part Two)
Biblestudy: John (Part Two) Jesus Christ as the Reality and the Manifestation of God in the Flesh #BS-JO02 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 19-Aug-86; 88 minutes Go to the John (Bible study series) description: (hide) The book of John is unique, designed for individuals predominantly educated in the Greek culture. John, a physical first cousin of … Continue reading “Biblestudy: John (Part Two)”
Biblestudy: John (Part One)
Biblestudy: John (Part One) Distinctions Between John and the Other Gospels #BS-JO01 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 05-Aug-86; 82 minutes Go to the John (Bible study series) description: (hide) The book of John, written decades later than the other gospels, has a unique purpose. John omits entirely certain topics which the other gospels go into detail. … Continue reading “Biblestudy: John (Part One)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Thirty-One)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Thirty-One) Matthew 26:1 – end #BS-MA31 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 02-Jan-83; 83 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) The evening of Jesus Christ’s final Passover as a man contained sobering events, including the bitter circumstances of His betrayal and the abandonment by His disciples. Jesus knew in advance … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Thirty-One)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Thirty)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Thirty) #BS-MA30 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 20-Oct-82; 80 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) Just as the Levites had a critical role, so also the church has various servant-leadership roles and offices, including that of apostle, evangelist, pastor, and elder—sometimes called bishop, presbyter, or overseer. All of these … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Thirty)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Nine)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Nine) Matthew 23 Assorted Questions from Members/ Avoiding Sin does not equate to Doing Good #BS-MA29 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 08-Sep-82; 74 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) This study begins with four questions from church members. The first question is whether Micah 7:14 refers to a place … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Nine)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Eight)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Eight) Matthew 21:33 – 22:45 #BS-MA28 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 11-Aug-82; 83 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) Matthew 21 describes Jesus Christ’s public announcement of His Messiah-ship, when the crowds would select Him to be the Paschal sacrificial Lamb of God. After overturning the money changer’s tables … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Eight)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Seven)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Seven) Matthew 21:11 – 32 #BS-MA27 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 28-Jul-82; 75 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem shortly before His crucifixion fulfilled prophecies and significantly dramatized His messiahship. The crowds welcoming Jesus, while looking for a political or military hero, were actually … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Seven)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Six)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Six) Matthew 20:19 – 21:11 #BS-MA26 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 14-Jul-82; 84 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) In the episode in Matthew 20, Jesus was deep in thought, reflecting on the prophecies leading up to His crucifixion. At this point, His disciples were not converted, but displayed … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Six)”
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Five)
Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Five) Matthew 18:21-30 #BS-MA25 John W. Ritenbaugh Given 16-Jun-82; 77 minutes Go to the Matthew (Bible study series) description: (hide) Matthew 18 provides instructions on how to get along in the church. Jesus teaches a parable contrasting the enormity of what we are forgiven to what we forgive others. Our forgiveness by … Continue reading “Biblestudy: Matthew (Part Twenty-Five)”