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The Two Wisdoms In the World – Not of the World Prescription for Worldliness Qualities of a Wise Leader No Fool Like a Rich Fool
Moderation and Abstinence
Highlighting the dangers of moderation in promoting vices, the speaker emphasizes the importance of abstaining from alcohol for health, addiction, financial, and legal reasons, urging Christians to seek higher standards and avoid enslavement to worldly habits.
A 1,000 Choices Along the Way Holy Hunger Up-Again, Down-Again Faith Who is the Greatest? Seniors and Sin Aspiring to Spiritual Greatness
How Should We Worship God?
In discussing worship, there exists a tension between progressive believers who seek a modern expression of worship and traditionalists who believe in preserving established methods, while many in the middle simply desire to express their love for God in a sincere and communal way, emphasizing that true worship transcends worldly norms and is fundamentally about honoring God.
The Devil's Snare
Reflect on the captivating analogy of monkeys and peanuts to understand the subtle traps of material possessions and worldly desires in our lives.
Introduction The Deeds of the Flesh Christ: The Power and Wisdom of God The Pilgrim Spirit Jesus Facing Jerusalem The Rise and Fall of King Saul Parable of the Sower and the Seed What Grace Teaches Us The Sobering Truth about Alcohol #6 - Neglecting Church Total Conversion Stress from Conflict Introduction to I & II Thessalonians The Power of Blood Jeremiah's Final Years and Flight to Egypt Holy Sex The Care of Widows A Pattern for Sound Teaching The Reason for Paul's Letter to Timothy Parables of: Hidden Treasure, Pearl and Debt The Foundation 3rd to Last Passover Encouragement and Instructions: Remain Faithful Paul's Teaching on Perfection The True Disciple Top 10 Reasons for Missing Church Spiritual Athletes Restoring the True Christmas Spirit Men in the 21st Century
Ten Reasons Not to Go to Montreal
Mike shares his journey of faith and gratitude towards those who supported his mission to preach the gospel in Montreal, highlighting the importance of stepping out in faith despite challenges and doubts.
Repentance is a Revolution
Bible Basics
Mike explains how true repentance goes beyond feeling sorrow for sins—it's about a complete transformation of heart and lifestyle. He emphasizes that repentance is a bold, revolutionary act that turns one's life toward God, creating lasting change. This lesson challenges believers to rethink their understanding of repentance and embrace it as a powerful force for spiritual growth.
Acts 2:38
Cults and Their Effects - Part 2
Understand the history and practices of the Boston Movement, a group that has been described as a cult, and learn how to protect your church by focusing on evangelism, condemning harmful practices, and fostering open communication within the congregation.
Brown Bag Christmas
Mike reflects on the Christmas season's approach, noting its lack of biblical endorsement, its pagan origins, and how various customs associated with Christmas have been reinterpreted to hold Christian significance, emphasizing the need to prepare spiritually for the holiday despite its historical complexities.
Once Saved, Always Saved? Jesus' Power Satan's Strategies Colossians 1:3-12 The Meaning of Grace Past-Present-Future of the Church The Religion of Desire Structures and Features The Pursuit of Meaning Through Work Introduction to Titus Solomon's Strategy for Success The True Fast The Potter's House, Judah's Broken Covenant, and the Fate of Its Kings Final Confrontations Paul's Charge to Timothy The Mature Christian Rejoices in Trial Response of Grace Wisdom Proverbs Genuine Conversion The Meaning of Grace The Rise of Samuel and the Anointing of Saul The Main Story The Rainbow Covenant Jesus: Greater than Aaron Dealing with Anxiety The Mature Christian Seeks Righteousness by Faith Comments on the Rat Race Abiding in Love True Ministers Keeping the Lock in Wedlock Elders, Deacons and the Church The Meaning of Grace Gideon and His Victory What You Should 'Get' Out of Church The Fruit of the Holy Spirit How Christians Grieve The Battle for the Blessing Jude vs. 17-25 Jesus Rebukes the Jewish Leaders Reaction to Lazarus' Resurrection License to Love Last Passover to Crucifixion Week Satan's Tactics The Glory of the Church of Christ Events Before the Last Day Beware of False Teachers Life in the Early Church The Passion Parable of the Wheat and Tares How to Deal with Low Self-Esteem The Minister and His Ministry The Meaning of Grace Is Church Attendance/Baptism Mandatory? The Missing Ingredient Why Study Doctrine? Don't Worry, Be Ready 7 Steps to a Successful Divorce Famine of the Word Do I Have to Attend Every Worship Service? Wisdom Against Foolishness and for Christlikeness Paul's Final Instructions to the Church and Timothy Parables of: Seed, Mustard Seed and Workers How Can God Die if Jesus is God? Church Organization Warnings and Assurance for the Future #1 - Lack of Personal Discipline Deliverance - 2 Christ, Culture and the Church A Christian's Response to Death and Dying Drawing Closer What to Look for in a Man Paul's Final Exhortation, Testimony and Benediction John the Baptist How Christians Succeed What Christian Men and Women Want The Holy Spirit and Perfection How does Satan Attack our Faith? Mouth Traffic Jesus: My Shepherd The Power of Giving Self-Control 4-Letter Words to Teach Your Kids His Last Words Romans: Obligated to the Plain Gospel The Purchasing Power of the Pearl of Great Price Perseverance Do Not Grow Weary The Impact of Grace Satan's Deadliest Weapon The Most Important Event in History You Know You're a Christian When... What's So Good About the Choctaw Church of Christ? The Changeless Role of Women Matthew and Thomas My Grace is Sufficient A Practical Plan for Generous Giving God's Prescription for Burnout The King's Temptation Honor Thy Leaders The Perseverance of God The Doctrine of the Second Coming - Part 2 A Biblical Plan for Growth What Atonement Achieves The King in Action Becoming Children of God Why Are We Rich? Stalled on the Highway to Heaven Role Reversal God's New Vision of Mankind The Next 25 Years The Power of Grace Building up Without Compromise or Fear Solomon's Advice to America A Labor of Love Why People Leave the Church Who Can You Trust? Loving my Everyday Enemies The Almighty or the Almighty Dollar Surrender Thanks and Giving Biblical Invitations Having It All The Book of Lamentations Tobacco Statistics Big Lessons from Small Things From an Early Age Counterfeit Christmas
5 Things We Do in Worship
There are 5 things found in the New Testament that God will accept as true worship to Him.
Why Some Won't Make It
The text discusses the Christian belief in heaven and hell, emphasizing the importance of faith and the consequences of disbelief, urging readers to consider their own beliefs and choices.
Tongues Today - #1
This first lesson of two, delves into the biblical context of speaking in tongues, focusing on its significance in the early church. It examines the purpose of tongues as a spiritual gift and the conditions surrounding its use. The discussion aims to clarify misunderstandings about tongues, providing a foundation for evaluating its practice in contemporary worship settings.
Let's Get Ready to Rumble
Standing firm against the schemes of the devil is crucial in the battle for faith and unity, as highlighted in this powerful excerpt urging individuals to prepare for spiritual warfare and seek strength in God's protection.
Ephesians 6:10-20
Callings
In both the Old and New Testaments, God calls people for unique purposes—from leaders and prophets in ancient Israel to Mary, Joseph, and the apostles in the New Testament—emphasizing that, while the age of miraculous callings has ended, God still calls individuals today through Scripture to salvation, sanctification, service, and perseverance.
Why Me, Why Now?
One thing you learn a lot about as a minister is suffering and death. You're among the first to be called when there is illness and the last person to see the dead as they are buried at their funerals.
What You Should 'Get' Out of Worship
In this sermon, Mike challenges the common attitude of assessing church attendance based on personal gain, arguing that church life should involve both giving and receiving; specifically, attendees should experience a genuine sense of God's presence during worship, beyond mere obligation or habit.
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.
My Most Dangerous Sermon
This sermon looks at the reasons why the "money" sermon is dangerous for the preacher to preach but so necessary for the church to hear.
Media and Christianity
In our modern era, the rapid, constant influx of information from numerous sources requires us to develop practical ways to filter and manage what we consume daily.
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.
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
Evangelism and the Life of the Church
Do You Know My Jesus?
I'll share with you how the Holy Spirit evangelized me and what this has meant in my life.
6. Preaching or Meddling?
The oldest joke about preachers is that when they begin to deal with our true bad habits and sins in their sermons, we say that "they've gone from preaching to meddling".
Materialism
Mike reviews two different types of materialism and how we are to deal with it.
And the Award Goes To...
This article reflects on the challenges artists and performers face in balancing fame and spiritual fulfillment.
And the Award Goes To...
The Benefits of Worshipping God
Understanding the purpose and benefits of worship in the life of a believer is essential to deepening knowledge of God and experiencing joy in His presence.
The Benefits of Worshipping God
The 3 Temptations of Jesus
In Matthew 4:1-11, Satan strategically tempts Jesus in the wilderness, aiming to lead Him astray from His divine mission by exploiting legitimate needs or roles, a profound insight into the spiritual battle faced by Jesus.
Matthew 4:1-11
The 3 Temptations of Jesus