The Gospel / Jesus

Some say that if they were alive when Jesus was on the earth they would have surely believed in Him. However, the gospel writers' records show that this was not the case since the majority of people at that time did not believe. In this lesson, Mike will try to answer why this was so then and why it is so even to this day. (John 12:12-50)

Getting to heaven requires more than wanting to go there. In this lesson, Mike takes a sobering look at the road to heaven and the many obstacles that make getting there a bumpy ride. (Matthew 24:9-13)

In this sermon, Mike breaks down the difference between indoctrination and conversion.

Of all the concepts and philosophies promoted throughout history, Christianity's main idea has, and continues to have, the greatest impact and ongoing influence in the world.

In this sermon, Mike examines the things we must actually do in order to forgive completely.

Using only quotations from Jesus, this lesson outlines what the Lord Himself taught about salvation. (II John 1:9)

The resurrection of Jesus remains the single most volatile and important event of our age. (Romans 1:3-4)

Mike reviews Paul's teaching in I Corinthians that establishes the difference between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of the world when it comes to death and dying. (I Corinthians 1:18-25)

In this lesson, Mike describes the words of Jesus that changed the world in 4 important ways. (Mark 16:15-16)

This lesson explores the character of Jesus in His role of Good Shepherd rather than His suffering as sacrificial lamb. (John 10:1-18)

This lesson deals with the difficult issue concerning the possibility that a Christian could actually lose salvation. (Hebrews 6:4-6)

This lesson examines the reasons why Christians believe in Jesus' resurrection and how this event should transform one's life. (I Corinthians 11:23-26)

Regardless of what point you start from, most religious discussions boil down to one issue - where's the dividing line?

The resurrection of Lazarus reveals how different people perceive Jesus in different ways. (John 11:1-5;17-29)

In Romans chapters 7 and 8 the Apostle Paul zeros in on one of the most perplexing questions concerning our experience with sin - are we slaves of it or are we free from it? Understanding the answer to this question usually dictates the quality of life we have as Christians. (Romans 7-8)

A review of Isaiah's prophecy concerning the suffering servant and its fulfillment in the redemptive work of Christ. (Isaiah 53)

The lesson review the 4 ingredients necessary to create a life (aroma) that is pleasing to God. (Ephesians 5:1-33)

This lesson highlights the idea that the way we share our faith (with power) is as important as the content of our message. (Acts 4:1-37)

The two things that the Church of Christ is known for by those who are not members are the fact that we don't use instruments of music in our worship, and we require all to be baptized by immersion. Baptism is not a modern religious invention, it has a history as long as Christianity itself and in this lesson, I'd like to review that with you.

This lesson warns against the easy complacency Christians become used to when living in peaceful and prosperous times. (Luke 14:25-35)

This lesson explores the elements necessary in one's character and spirit in order to be able to believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Reviewing the evidence of Jesus' divine nature through His teachings and miracles.

This lesson examines the "freedom" that Paul mentions in Galatians 5:1 and what it means in both spiritual and practical terms in a Christian's life. (Galatians 5:1)

The Gospel is God's power to save but there are many things that defeat it in this world. This lesson examines those forces which win out in the short term. (Romans 1:16)

Jesus teaches Peter the qualities necessary to become a "fisher of men".

The cross of Jesus Christ has the power to do three things that nothing or no one else can accomplish. (John 12:32)

Paul the Apostle compares God's method of conveying wisdom and power to man-made methods of achieving these virtues. (I Corinthians 1:18-25)

A lesson reviewing the symbolic significance of water in both the physical and spiritual aspects of God's creation.

This sermon examines the issue of when it is proper to baptize children. (Matthew 19:13-15)

This lesson gives several examples of smart men who wanted change the world without God and how they succeeded.