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Faithfulness A Child's Glory #7 - Pride How to Deal with Low Self-Esteem Passage #2 – Genesis 3:1-24 - Part 1 Principles of Good Stewardship
Money Matters - Part 1
Mike delves into the importance of money matters and how Christians should acquire and use money in a proper and ethical manner, emphasizing the significance of giving thanks, providing for family needs, and helping others in need.
The Foundation of Love The Celebration of Marriage The Mature Christian Seeks Righteousness by Faith How Christians Grieve Parables of: Hidden Treasure, Pearl and Debt A Christian's Response to Death and Dying The Exodus What to Look for in a Woman Truth Equals Integrity Blended Families
God Bless You - Mike and Family
Mike reflects on the challenges and blessings of a faithful journey. He shares heartfelt experiences of enduring personal trials, maintaining strong family bonds, and growing in faith through it all. This lesson offers inspiration for anyone facing life's ups and downs, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their belief and trust in God's plan.
Sure or Unsure?
When feeling unsure about your faith, it's comforting to know that even great men like Elijah and David experienced doubt, as highlighted in this insightful message on navigating uncertainty in Christianity.
Three Powerful Things the Cross of Jesus Does for you Christianity's Dangerous Idea Jesus: Greater than Moses Wisdom for Relationships, Wealth and Contentment Who's the Boss? Introduction to II Thessalonians #8 - Cursing and Gossiping Marks of the Plain Gospel The Demands of Discipleship The Chocolate Cross Self-Control What 40 Years of Ministry Has Taught Me Spiritual Athletes 8 Steps to Intimacy The 5 Biblical Ministries The Rocks Cry Out Grieving at Christmas Holy Habits Jesus Above All Else Having It All
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.
The Growth Bug
Mike emphasizes the importance of love as the primary objective of the church, highlighting that growth should be a byproduct of love rather than the main goal, inviting listeners to reflect on incorporating God's love into their lives and making love their primary focus as Christians.
Realizing the Vision
In 1997, the church in Choctaw focuses on personal salvation and readiness for Christ's return, encouraging each individual to be a regular Bible reader and actively participate in church activities to maintain unity and spiritual growth.
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.
Payback
This sermon delves into the challenging realities of Christianity, emphasizing the importance of following the narrow path and dealing with enemies in a Christ-like manner, inviting readers to reflect on their own journey and faith.
Sermon on the Mount Promised / Not Promised The Bible The Meaning of Grace A Time for Everything The Religion of Desire Jesus: Lord of All Jude vs. 1-16 Did Dinosaurs and People Ever Live Together? The Pursuit of Meaning Through Work The Mature Christian Stands Firm and Imitates Christ David and Abigail Jesus Facing Jerusalem Solomon's Strategy for Success What Heaven is Like The Mature Christian Rejoices in Trial The Power of Blood Wisdom Proverbs Breaking the Sin Habit Jesus Facing Jerusalem Two Promises from Jesus The Main Story Jesus Facing Jerusalem Jacob's Family Abraham's Test Who Do You Think You Are? Introduction to II Timothy Reaction to Lazarus' Resurrection Introduction to Chronicles Last Passover to Crucifixion Week Satan's Tactics The Ideal Woman Building up Without Compromise or Fear Making and Keeping Friends Freedom Through Slavery The Endurance of Love Gospel of John Review Deliverance - 1 Encouragement and Instructions: Remain Faithful Jubilee and Jesus Sexual Immorality Unconditional Surrender How Can God Die if Jesus is God? 3rd to Last Passover Mercy Killing or Selective Killing? The Challenge of Change Not All Religions are Equal Attaining Holiness 8 Universal Principles for Natural Church Growth John the Baptist Enemies of the Cross An Introduction to the Problem of Stress The 4 Phases of Addiction What Christian Men and Women Want The Holy Spirit and Perfection Christianity Vs. Jainism and Sikhism Why Go? Mouth Traffic Head to Heart King Hanun's Suspicious Mind Great Sex for Life Politically Correct or Biblically Correct? A Time for Strength and Courage Stress from Worry The New Testament Record The Great Illusion Evolution's Extinction Engine Pretty Woman Complex 1 Corinthians: The Core of the Gospel Perseverance #3 - Overanxious Genetic Engineering: Playing God You Know You're a Christian When... Evolution's Extinction Engine #5 - Coping with Conflict Messianic Prophecies and Their Fulfillment Practicing Holiness Don't Worry, Be Happy What to do in Case of Divorce The Blessings of a Long Married Life Bringing Home the Prodigals Destructive Power The Power of Proclamation Domestic Violence Deeper Meanings Christ: The Power and Wisdom of God Philippians: Defense of the Plain Gospel The Work of the Elder A Biblical Plan for Growth Fools 'R' Us Role Reversal God's New Vision of Mankind We Are Contagious Love and Marriage Divorce Busters - Part 2 Getting Even Without Getting Into Trouble The King's Victory Successful Suffering A Labor of Love Why People Leave the Church Canadian Thanksgiving Multiplying by Faith Who Can You Trust? Loving my Everyday Enemies Praise: A Mark of God's People Victim or Victor? Bearing the Cross in Church Relationships Angry Words The Voice of Faith What Under 40's Want How do I Deal with my Anger?
Mary - The Single Parent
A look at Mary, the mother of Jesus, as a woman, wife, and ultimately, a widow.
How to Avoid Materialism
Materialism is a very subtle attack against our faith, against our soul. It creeps into your life because we have to deal every day with material. In this lesson, we will look at ways to beat it.
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.
What Would We be Doing
A sermon reflecting on the potential for greater works in the church, urging for visionary leadership, commitment, and willingness to pay the price to achieve what could be done.
The Cost of Church Growth
Mike emphasizes the importance of personal sacrifice for growth and invites the audience to reflect on the sacrifices made by past members, urging them to consider the cost of growth at various levels within the congregation.
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.
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.
Characteristics of Church
The importance of following the pattern theology for church growth is highlighted through the three pillars of preaching the gospel, teaching Christ's commands, and fostering a fellowship among believers, as discussed in Acts chapter 2.
A Welcome Mat Church
A church leader emphasizes the importance of personal invitations in church growth, highlighting the impact of one-on-one interactions over grand initiatives or facilities in fostering a welcoming environment for visitors and members alike.
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.
8. Top Ten Things that Kill Church Growth
In this lesson we examine 10 things that hinder church growth.
The Death of a Pope
As you all know Jean Paul II has died at the age of 84. He is the spiritual leader and head of the Roman Catholic Church. It is said that there will be over 1 million people that will visit his body in Rome. The world and especially Catholics see this as an important and historic event, but how are we, as New Testament Christians, to react to the death of this Pope?
The Consequences of our Choices
What we choose in life often indicates where we are at in our development and what we really want.
The Eternal Church
Jesus said that nothing will or can destroy the church. The Bible says that it will continue to grow until it fills and dominates every other kingdom in the world and remain that way forever.
Mark 16:18
1. The Use of Media in Ministry
Communicating the Message
Media is the vehicle for communication and we as Christians are really in the business of communication.
Materialism
Mike reviews two different types of materialism and how we are to deal with it.
The Causes of Homosexual Behavior The AIDS Agenda Aids: There Will Never Be a Cure! The Dynamics of Change
The Disciple and Service
In this lesson, we learn the basic requirements for becoming and persevering as disciples of Christ.
Matthew 20:28