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										Drawing Near to God					
				
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						As Christians we have many challenges before us. Prayer and fasting is the best way we can present these before God.						
				James 4:8-10
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Field of Dreams									
				
								
						Mike envisions a congregation that leads by example in holy living, growth, service, and evangelism, inspiring others to follow suit and build upon this vision for the future.						
				John 4:34-35
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Honor Thy Father									
				
								
						Reflect on the true meaning of honoring fathers—not only through gifts and celebration but by embodying respect, obedience, and living a life that brings them honor, just as the Bible encourages.											
				
										Celebration Sunday									
				
								
						Reflecting on the celebration of victories in Christ Jesus and the blessings of living in a prosperous time in American history, the speaker emphasizes the importance of personal victory over death through faith and baptism.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Grace - The Favor of God									
				
								
						This sermon explores the concept of grace as the unmerited favor from God, emphasizing how it is given freely to believers despite their imperfections. The message highlights that grace is not something that can be earned but is a fundamental aspect of God's love and mercy towards humanity, with profound implications for Christian faith and daily living.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										What is Your Witness?									
				
								
						Mike emphasizes the role of the church as the conscience and moral compass of society, declaring the truth of Christ and providing a model of righteous living.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					
										Evangelizing the Postmodern Generation									
				
								
						We are all called to follow Christ in every generation. It is the responsibility of one generation to teach and evangelize the next generation to carry on the mission.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					
										How to Correct Sinful Christians									
				
								
						Mike emphasizes the importance of addressing the struggles of sin within the church community, particularly for long-standing Christians, while shifting the focus from evangelism to support and guidance for those already in the faith, using Paul's letter to the Corinthians as a foundational reference.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Money Matters - Part 2									
				
								
						Understanding the true value of money and its role in our lives is crucial for a balanced perspective, as highlighted in this insightful excerpt on financial stewardship and faith.											
				
										A New Vision of the Church									
				
								
						Experience the big picture of building the spiritual temple of God within the church and understand how each individual plays a vital role in creating a community of believers destined for eternity.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Regular Worship									
				
								
						Let's look at the bigger picture that God has designed for New Testament worship.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Spiritual Emergencies									
				
								
						Sometimes in our lives, we face spiritual emergencies and I think we need to learn to prepare for these events as well, because everyone at one time or another will .. face a "spiritual" emergency of some kind.						
				II Samuel 12:7-25
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										Adultery in the 90's									
				
								
						Mike argues that society increasingly tolerates adultery and moral relativism, moving away from objective biblical values and risking societal decline as a result.											
				
										Jonesboro - When Good People Die Badly									
				
								
						The text delves into the profound topic of death and sin, emphasizing the importance of faith and resurrection, offering a perspective on coping with loss and finding hope in the promise of eternal life.											
				 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					 
						
				
			
	
					
										The Dream Church									
				
								
						The ideal church, as described in the New Testament, is characterized by a single leader, Jesus Christ, a unified body, a commitment to holiness, a mission to preach the gospel, and a systematic approach to fulfilling this mission, inviting individuals to reflect on their role in becoming part of this dream church.											
				
										God Has Planned Something Better for Us									
				
								
						This sermon explores how God's plan, revealed in the Bible, is superior to anything humans can imagine. It highlights the faith of ancient believers, who looked forward to a promise they would not receive in their lifetime. Mike encourages readers to trust in God's plan, which finds its fulfillment in Jesus, offering something far better than temporary solutions or material gains.						
				Hebrews 11
					
