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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.

This lesson discusses five different stages of faith represented by chairs, illustrating how believers move through various levels of spiritual maturity. Each chair signifies a distinct relationship with God, from those who are seeking Him to those who are fully committed. This framework encourages reflection on one's spiritual journey and the steps needed for growth.

We need to listen carefully so we can make sure we have the right recipe for our own hope of eternal life as well.

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.

If we understand the times and circumstances correctly, the time for war has come upon us and as Christians we need to be prepared for this fact.

He says, it is good for a man that he should bear the yoke in his youth. Let him sit alone and be silent. He says, it's good for a young person to bear a little bit of sorrow, a little bit of depression...

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?

This sermon emphasizes the importance of planning for one's final days and inheritance to ensure family unity, avoid conflict, and leave a lasting, positive legacy.

I've often said that the church should appoint a deacon in charge of blame - the deacon of blame. That way when anything ever goes wrong, or something doesn't get done, this deacon's only job would be to accept the blame for it.

Well I have I could take up my whole 2 and a half hour sermon here, just thanking people. I mean I could just I could just do that. I could just I could just thank individuals and thank families. So you...

One month after my 16th birthday my father died. He was 53 years old. It was two o'clock in the morning and my mother woke me up saying that she thought my dad was really sick.

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.

This chapter 35. Just open them and just leave them there. We'll be reading there in a little while. Okay? So we won't have to search for it later on. Exodus chapter 35. You know, last week, if you I...

Well, we have a 2 part lesson today, one that I'll start this morning and finish tonight. If you have, measured the difference between how much you'd like to spend for Christmas and how much is in your...

We have a little bit different format this morning because of a special presentation that one of our elders, Harold Weaver, is going to make in a few moments. So after my message this morning, Harold...

We're happy in the spirit this morning. After, after having been with the apostles for several years and, after having performed incredible miracles, Jesus tried to point his apostles to the future. And...

Please open your Bibles to Matthew chapter 7. Matthew chapter 7 verse 13. Matthew 7 verse 13. We'll just stay there. I just want to read this passage. My lesson is based off this passage this morning....

To hear of this news. Now normally, these things are not subjects for sermons. And I don't preach off of, you know, the inquire. But I have noticed something very alarming taking place. I have noticed...

In selecting deacons, Paul emphasizes that their wives should possess qualities that support their husband's role, as their character can significantly impact his ability to serve effectively in the church, aligning with the biblical ideal of mutual partnership outlined in Genesis.

Alright. You're right. There have not been a lot of songs written about y two ks yet. Next to the Clinton scandal, the big story of 1999 has been the Y2K bug thing scare, whatever. And I think most of...

We've said that money mother. I miss my mother. So far, we've said that money is neither good nor bad and that what God looks for in the area of a Christian and money is the following. We've said that...