biblestudy: Matthew (Part 15)
Matthew 17-18 Relationships with God and Man
John W. Ritenbaugh
Given 12-May-82; Tape #BS-MA15
Description: Before the formal study begins, John Ritenbaugh delves into the question whether it is permissible for a Christian to be employed in a public or private security position in which carrying a weapon or side-arm is demanded, concluding that the spirit of the sixth and ninth commandments are violated in the process, making the employee vulnerable to the Selective Service Commission about sincerity in the event of substantiating conscientious objection. When God led Israel in the Promised Land, He promised to fight their battles for them. The similar response could be made for those working in the tobacco industry, an industry contributing to the ill health and death of millions of people. The apostles’ inability to drive out the demon in Matthew 17 indicates that faith is not a constant factor; it will deteriorate if it not constantly exercised through persistent prayer and fasting. Rather than promoting living faith, modern Protestantism emphasizes escapism and good feelings. Jesus' example of paying the Temple Tax by having Peter work for it (catching a fish) provided a principle for us that we cannot expect a miracle unless we do our part (being willing to work). Matthew 18 delves into the topic of the essence of personal relations, including having (1) an attitude of humility, (2) a sense of duty or responsibility, (3) a sense of self-sacrifice, (4) personal attention and care, (5) knowledge about correcting a person who is wrong, (6) a predisposition to forgive, and a (7) willingness to forgive. In human relationships, cooperation seems to produce greater results than competition. Like children, we must develop humility, dependency upon God and trust. [NB: This series of Bible Studies from 1981-82 is incomplete.] (59 minutes)
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Sermons in the Matthew series:
Matthew (Part 1)
Matthew's Emphasis on Jesus' Kingship and Jewish Roots
Matthew (Part 2)
Matthew 4-5 Beatitudes as a Compendium of Christ's Teaching
Matthew (Part 5)
Matthew 7 Discerning False Teachers and Prophets: Developing a Love for the Truth
Matthew (Part 6)
Matthew 7 (Review) The Consequences of Rejecting God's Word
Matthew (Part 8)
Matthew 9 Matthew's Unique Qualifications as Apostle
Matthew (Part 9)
Matthew 10 Instructions About Enduring Persecutions
Matthew (Part 10)
Matthew 10-11 Adaptibility to the Yoke of Christ
Matthew (Part 11)
Matthew 12 Jesus' Courageous Response to Persecution from the Pharisees
Matthew (Part 12)
Matthew 12-13 Third Resurrection and Parable of the Sower
Matthew (Part 13)
Matthew 13-14 Spiritual Gifts Intended to Edify All
Matthew (Part 15)
Matthew 17-18 Relationships with God and Man
Matthew (Part 16)
Matthew 18 Attitudes Christ Encouraged To Preserve Unity Among Brethren
Matthew (Part 17)
Matthew 19 God’s Ideal in Marriage; Conditions for Divorce / Children and Rich young man
Matthew (Part 18)
Matthew 20-21 Servant Leadership/ Jesus' Bold Entry into Jerusalem
Matthew (Part 14)
Matthew 18 Leavening of the Pharisees and Sadducees
Matthew (Part 19)
Matthew 21 Episode of Money Changers / Lessons from Cursing of fig tree/ Parable of Two Sons
Matthew (Part 20)
Matthew 21 Parable of the wicked vinedressers/ Wedding Feast/ Rendering unto Caesar/ Resurrection
Matthew (Part 21)
Matthew 21 Assorted Questions from Members/ Avoiding Sin does not equate to Doing Good
Matthew (Part 23)
Matthew 26 - End
Matthew (Part 29)
Matthew 23 Assorted Questions from Members/ Avoiding Sin does not equate to Doing Good
Matthew (Part 30)
Matthew 24-25 Terrifying Cosmic Signs and the Day of the Lord
Matthew (Part 31)
Matthew 26-end Jesus Christ's Betrayal and Last Passover as a Man
