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All About Edom (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughEsau was prophesied to be the father of a nation, Edom, and the Bible gives us plenty of clues about the character of his descendants.
Ishmael
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughTo this day, a perpetual conflict exists between Ishmael's offspring and Isaac's offspring, with the Ishmaelites determined to wipe Israelites off the earth.
The King of the South
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe King of the South (Daniel 11:40) might be a confederation of Arabic/Islamic nations continually at war with the people of Israel.
His Hand Against Every Man
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughThe world has certainly seen a great deal of '[Ishmael's] hand shall be against every man,' which has been institutionalized in his belief system, Islam.
Esther (Part Three)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHaman was the treacherous offspring of King Agag, and Mordecai was the godly descendant of King Saul. Their pairing in Esther provides a sequel to I Samuel 15.
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2002)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Ishmaelites descend from Ishmael, whose line is traced through Genesis 16:11-12 and which produced the Midianites, the Ishmaelites, and the Arab Bedouin peoples. They belong to the Gentile peoples now streaming into the Israelitish nations at God's direction, alongside the descendants of Cush through Mizraim and Canaan, the descendants of Lot (Ammon and Moab), and the descendants of Joktan, who today live largely in Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. These families are probably somewhat mixed together and are not neatly separated by modern national boundaries. The Midianites, who are counted among Ishmael's descendants, illustrate the pattern. In Judges 6 God sent them with the Amalekites and the children of the east into Israel, not as an army but as a mass of people who consumed the land's increase and impoverished Israel. Today their descendants, especially those of the Islamic fundamentalist sort, share almost nothing culturally with the Israelitish nations, and many bear a consuming hatred of that way of life while loving the wealth God has given it. They are the descendants of many of ancient Israel's enemies, and the old conflict between the same basic peoples keeps repeating because God, Satan, and human nature never change. Their religion is directly opposed to Western nominal Christianity, and reconciliation is impossible. Daniel 11:40, the king of the south pushing at the king of the north, is beginning its end-time fulfillment as Islam rises again against the West.
The Covenant of Circumcision
Sermon/Bible Study byCircumcision was the sign God gave Abraham indicating that his descendants would ascend to greatness, acquiring physical and spiritual blessings.
Abraham (Part Eleven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIf we hold fast to principles, though it may seem initially uncomfortable and fearful, we will eventually receive respect and even admiration.
Abraham (Part Seven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAbraham's experiences teach us not to try to force God's will. When any sin or self-will is involved, the fruits of such an endeavor will be bitter.
Love and Fellowship
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFellowship with God is the only antidote to overwhelming feelings of despair, doubt, and self-condemnation.
The Danger of Trusting in Oneself
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThose wise in their own eyes, including philosophers, politicians, educators, and religious leaders, have failed in their quest to make the world better.
Removing Bars of Contention Between Brethren
Sermon by David F. MaasIn a dangerous and troubled world in which everyone is being manipulated and conned into squaring off in hatred for one another, we must find common ground.
In Search of a Clear World View (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The modern nations of Israel, by turning its back on the truth, has blown its opportunity for moral leadership every bit as much as ancient Judah did.
The Doctrine of Israel (Part Two): The Old Covenant
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod made the New Covenant because Jacob's offspring did not have what it took to fulfill the terms of the Old Covenant. The carnal mind is hostile to God's law.
Making Faithful Choices (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGideon began his life as a coward, became a conqueror, and ended a compromiser, all the while needing assurances from God to bolster his flagging faith.
Mightier Than The Sword (Part Twenty-Two)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Every one of the philosophers who have wreaked havoc upon greater Israel were themselves Israelite and Semitic, bringing curses on their fellow Semites.
Chronicles: Answered Prayer
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe thesis of Chronicles seems to be that when God's people seek Him in repentance and humility, God comes to their aid; if not, they fail.