The Peace Prize
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughOver the century in which the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded, more people have died in armed conflict and human rights tragedies than in any previous century.
Christ Our Peace
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe do not have the ability to bring peace to the world; only Christ can do that, first reconciling people to God and then with other people.
Why Did Jesus Say 'Peace to You'?
Sermon by David C. GrabbeIn 2001, humanity generated more information than in all of prior history combined. The amount of information produced has grown exponentially since then. In the current information explosion (Daniel 12:4), mankind adds 358 billion words each day. Yet God's revelation in Scripture is extremely concise - just 790,000 words …
The Beatitudes, Part 7: Blessed Are the Peacemakers
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughThis world lauds warmakers, but God says that peacemakers are blessed. The first step in becoming a peacemaker is to be reconciled to God.
The Peacemakers
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen people are not in a right relationship with God, peace is impossible. Sin (the breaking of the law or covenant) automatically breaks the peace.
It is Done! The Perfect Peace of God
Sermon by Mark SchindlerIn the peace offering, Christ is the priest, offeror, and offering. Since all parties share the peace offering as a meal, it exemplifies a peaceful communion.
Our Part in the Sanctification Process (Part Four): Cultivating Peace
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasHere are biblical strategies to cultivate the fruit of peace, including controlling our thoughts and emotions, submitting to God's will, and embracing His law.
'Sons of God?'
Sermonette by Bill OnisickGod gave Jesus Christ to us to restore peace, reconciliation, and harmony with God. In the Beatitudes, the peacemakers are called 'sons of God.'
The Last Great Day of Reconciliation
Sermonette by Bill OnisickGod did not create rebellion, but He did create free will, giving us a choice, which our carnal nature sabotages because it is enmity against God and His law.
The Birth of Jesus Christ (Part Two): Nativity
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen Jesus was born, one of the greatest events in history occurred. The angel's announcement to the shepherds may have been the first preaching of the gospel.
Announcing . . . Christ's Birth!
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe blending of paganism with inspired Scripture has degraded and obscured the meaning and glory of what happened in the announcement of Jesus Christ's birth.
All Nations Before Him Are As Nothing!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod used the unconverted Israelites as His instrument of removal of the Canaanites, but showed them the fruits of war, including captivity for disobedience.
The Mystery of Melchizedek Solved!
Herbert W. Armstrong BookletLittle is said about Melchizedek, the "king of righteousness" and "king of Salem," but the few clues we have point to a critical role.