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Peter Faith Beware of False Teachers Peter's Last Sermon The Ministry of Peter The Meaning of Grace Peter's Post Pentecost Ministry How did Peter Search out his Faith? The Meaning of Grace Peter's PR Plan The Meaning of Grace The Meaning of Grace Who is the King? Paul Confronts Peter The Meaning of Grace Stress from Failure Don't Worry, Be Ready Peter Preaches to the Gentiles Resurrection / Appearances / Ascension The Miracle Catch Dirty Feet Andrew Is God a He, She or It? Persecution of Peter and Apostles The Gift of the Holy Spirit
Biblical Baptism
Bible Basics
Explore the essential elements of biblical salvation, from the significance of repentance as a transformative relationship with Christ to the diverse and debated views on baptism, and discover the unified doctrine presented in the New Testament.
Acts 2:38
 Jesus Christ What the Bible Says About Jesus Tongue Trouble 3rd to 4th Passover Once Saved, Always Saved? Chronology of the Apostle Paul's Life Keeping Your Spouse Happy The Work of the Elder Who Wrote the Bible?
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.
The Holy Spirit in You Head to Heart Evolution's Extinction Engine What's so Good About the Good News? His Last Supper The Baptism Wheel Colossians 2:1-14 Perfection: The Absolute Standard Error and Consequence The Role of Baptism Who are the Saints? Jude vs. 1-16 Speaking the Word with Boldness Conditional or Actual Perfection? Paul's Conversion and Commission It Depends on Your Interpretation
Essentials of Salvation
Part 1
People who are concerned with their souls don't want to risk losing salvation because of ignorance or neglect. They want to know what the essentials are.
Acts 4:12
 Jesus in Galilee The First Appearance of Satan in the Bible The Foundation
The Discipline of Failure
Learn from the stories of David, the woman at the well, and Peter the Apostle, who despite their failures, were used mightily by the Lord, showing that your past mistakes do not define your future potential.
Evangelizing Homosexuals
We need to evangelize this growing number of people but are usually hard-pressed to know where to begin. This lesson provides some information towards this end.
History vs. Racism
Peter the Apostle, in a bold address to Jewish leaders, highlights the historical significance of his own people's role in the death of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging this aspect of history rather than attributing it to racism or hatred.
Introduction to the Apostles Last Passover to Crucifixion Week (continued) His Last Miracle The Changeless Role of Women
The Last Supper - In Round
At the Last Supper, Jesus transformed a traditional Passover meal into a profound lesson on humility by taking on the role of a servant, washing His disciples' feet and showing that true leadership means serving others—even those who might betray you.
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.
Satan's Strategies Raising up the Cross of Christ James and John The Plain Gospel and Acts Galatians: When the Gospel is Not the Gospel The 5 Biblical Ministries Extreme Extinction Event! Kingdom Kindness Why Judas Fell
Deacons: Men of Dignity and High Standing
This lesson will examine the role and qualifications of the men who serve as deacons in the local church.
The Bible What Grace Teaches Us Angels: Fact or Fiction The Chocolate Cross Matthias and Paul Saved by What? The Dividing Line What Growing Churches Believe Introduction and Outline The Seven Heavens The Role, Work and Qualifications of Elders Beginning of Ministry Joel / Amos Miscellaneous Questions about Baptism and Forgiveness What is Biblical Faith? Satan's Tactics The Power of Giving The New Testament Record The Purchasing Power of the Pearl of Great Price The Most Important Event in History The Royal Priests What Atonement Achieves Repentance has 5 R's The Kingdom in Conflict Three Powerful Things the Cross of Jesus Does for you Review of Re-Baptism Salvation How to Develop Self-Control The Church Colossians 3:22-4:18 #8 - Cursing and Gossiping How Can God Die if Jesus is God? The History of Baptism A Model for Repentance Not All Religions are Equal Attaining Holiness 4-Letter Words to Teach Your Kids The Lesson of the Leaven Use the System! Christianity We Are Saved His Last Gift Making Sense of Evil at Christmas The Doctrine of the Second Coming - Part 2 The Kingdom's Loss We Are Contagious Response Killers
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.
If Your Brother Sins Against You
Learn how to effectively resolve conflicts and reconcile with others by following Jesus' teachings on forgiveness and reconciliation.
Matthew 18:15-35
Evangelism is Job #1
In this sermon, Mike emphasizes that evangelism is the primary mission of the church, citing Jesus' initial directive to spread the gospel as foundational to all other church ministries, which only become relevant after successful evangelistic efforts have begun.
The Deacon of Blame
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.
Celebrating Jesus
If we expand our understanding of who Jesus is, according to the Bible, we will appreciate Him more.
John 20:26-29
 Why Does God Allow Evil and Suffering? Can He Preach? Introduction Our Concept of God Introduction to I John God's Blessing to the Gentiles Dealing with your Enemies Why We Pray 2nd to 3rd Passover (continued) Is Church Attendance/Baptism Mandatory? Colossians Conclusion Parables of: Hidden Treasure, Pearl and Debt The 3 Realities of Christmas Elders, Deacons and the Church Garden of Eden and Noah's Flood Questions What Does it Take to get to Heaven? Unconditional Surrender 3rd Passover to Final Week Marks of the Plain Gospel Kingdom Greatness Divorce and the Gospel of Grace The Three Cs of Christianity Input and Output The 4 Components of Saving Faith Passage #6 – Romans 6:1-14 Living in the Kingdom 6 Proofs of Inspiration Romans: Obligated to the Plain Gospel The Mary of the Bible Perseverance Philip and Nathanael Do Not Grow Weary Truth Equals Integrity Judas Iscariot No Grace - No Gospel Spiritual Athletes The Resurrection as Proof His Last Command Three Resurrections Destructive Power The Power of Proclamation Philoxenos Stress from Loss The Supremacy of Jesus Christ What Angels Teach Us The Non-Negotiables What Would Google Do? Preacher Worries
1. The Preaching of Jesus
Perhaps in examining Jesus' style and approach to this glorious work we can become more of what all of us seek to be, like Him.
Matthew 5:1-2
Not Ashamed
This lesson is based on Romans 1:16 and promotes the notion that the church needs to rediscover the manner and core message of the gospel in order to have a true impact on today's world.
Romans 1:16
Multiplying Ministries
The Boston Church
The Boston Movement has been described as a classic Christian aberration or a cult, prompting the need for condemnation and vigilance within the church community.
What Yoke are You Wearing?
Jesus invites us to submit, carry the burden of faith, and enter a beneficial relationship with Him through the symbolism of the yoke, offering rest and lightness to those who choose to follow Him.
Matthew 11:25-30
What to Expect
Expect the new preacher to work hard as an evangelist, reaching out to the lost, organizing the church, and ministering through God's word, while he expects obedience and involvement from you to foster spiritual and numerical growth and be a model of encouragement to others.
Waterworld
Water in movies like "Waterworld" and its biblical significance as a symbol of judgment, purification, and separation, offers a unique perspective on the importance of water in spiritual truths.
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
Essentials of Salvation
Part 2
We will explore another essential aspect of salvation and address common questions and criticisms that arise when asserting that certain elements are crucial for salvation.
Acts 4:12
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.
Why Jesus Had to Resurrect
In the Church of Christ we have no "special" services for religious holidays like Easter but the fact that Easter Sunday is celebrated by many seems to motivate people to make an extra effort to be at church service at this time.
Everybody Has a War to Fight
Discover how to engage in the vital spiritual battle we're called to fight and learn how Jesus equips us with the resources we need, whether as parents, students, or ministers, to overcome our unique challenges.
Materialism
Mike reviews two different types of materialism and how we are to deal with it.
The 7 Powers of God's Word What Jesus Himself Teaches About Salvation The Scariest Passage in the Bible Christianity: More Than Ceremony Introduction to Colossians Introduction to Philippians Beyond the Trouble The Mature Christian Stands Firm and Imitates Christ The Times of Noah The Power of Prayer When Good Becomes Evil and Evil Becomes Good What Heaven is Like The Moral Choice