Sermons and Biblical Studies

by Joseph B. Baity Forerunner, "WorldWatch," April 14, 2016 In the previous issue, we learned how the transgender movement has made great progress in foisting its frightening agenda on an intimidated and increasingly compliant populace. Corporate America, initially criticized for its sluggish response to the movement, is now jumping in with both feet, cashing in … Continue reading “Anything Goes (Part Two): Transparency for the Transgender Agenda”

by John W. Ritenbaugh Forerunner, "Personal," February 23, 2016 The Old Testament is divided into three sections: the Law, the Prophets, and the Writings. The Writings are sometimes called the Wisdom Books. Within the Wisdom Books, including Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, seeking wisdom is emphasized as a major guide to a well-lived life. Proverbs 4:7 advises, … Continue reading “Ecclesiastes and Christian Living (Part Fifteen): Deference”

by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021) Forerunner, "Prophecy Watch," February 23, 2016 What a diff’rence a day made Twenty-four little hours Brought the sun and the flowers Where there used to be rain. —Stanley Adams1 We understand that the Day of the Lord is not a literal twenty-four-hour day, but an entire year. This is shown most … Continue reading “What a Difference a Day Makes”

by David C. Grabbe Forerunner, "Ready Answer," February 23, 2016 “And he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me.”—Matthew 10:38 Six times in the gospels, our Savior instructs His followers regarding the cross. The epistles likewise have numerous mentions of the cross of Christ. However, for those … Continue reading “What Does It Mean to Take Up the Cross?”

by Joseph B. Baity Forerunner, "WorldWatch," February 23, 2016 For the LGBT movement in America, 2015 has been a watershed year. On June 26, the landmark Supreme Court decision (Obergefell v. Hodges) legalizing same-sex marriage was announced, followed in July by the introduction of the Equality Act of 2015 in the U.S. House. Finally, the … Continue reading “Anything Goes (Part One): Transparency for the Transgender Agenda”

by John W. Ritenbaugh Forerunner, "Personal," January 8, 2016 With this article we complete our study of Ecclesiastes 7. In terms of Christian living, it is without doubt the most significant Old Testament chapter I have studied. It contains many truly intriguing concepts, providing us with helpful counsel that aims to help us meet the … Continue reading “Ecclesiastes and Christian Living (Part Fourteen): A Summary”

by Pat Higgins Forerunner, "Ready Answer," January 8, 2016 Jesus Christ says in Matthew 11:30, “For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” His burden light? How does that compare with what Scripture reveals about His life? Notice: Though He was a Son, yet He learned obedience by the things which He suffered. … Continue reading “Light Affliction?”

by David C. Grabbe Forerunner, "Prophecy Watch," January 8, 2016 At the very core of the gospel message is the assurance that Jesus Christ will return and establish His Kingdom on earth. Our hope is in His second coming because we recognize that we need His merciful intervention before humanity wipes itself out. As things … Continue reading “How Much Longer Do We Have?”

by Richard T. Ritenbaugh Forerunner, "WorldWatch," January 8, 2016 The name of Frank Van Den Bleeken is not well known on this side of the Atlantic Ocean, but his name would likely be recognized by many Europeans. Van Den Bleeken is Belgian, but more than that, he is a murderer and serial rapist who has … Continue reading “Euthanizing a Civilization”

by John W. Ritenbaugh Forerunner, "Personal," September 22, 2015 Ecclesiastes 7:21-22 is a brief, two-verse paragraph addressing an element of the paradox-event of verse 15, one we should consider before moving on: “Also do not take to heart everything people say, lest you hear your servant cursing you. For many times, also, your own heart … Continue reading “Ecclesiastes and Christian Living (Part Thirteen): Confessions”