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Loving the Invisible God Loving my Everyday Enemies
Miracle Grow
To achieve church growth, one must commit to biblical preaching, evangelism, regular worship, loving fellowship, and sacrificial service, as outlined in this insightful sermon.
License to Love Colossians 3:22-4:18 Mature Enough for Marriage? God's Strategy Walk a Mile Can I Reach Mature Faith? I Love You, God
Why I Love my Father – God
Embrace the profound reasons shared for loving the heavenly Father and consider how your own relationship with Him can be enriched through simple acts of faith and devotion.
The True Disciple Colossians 3:12-17 The Most Excellent Way The Character of Love The Currency of Love The Fruit of the Holy Spirit Godward and Manward Manifestation 8 Universal Principles for Natural Church Growth Father Knows Best Keeping Love Alive and Finding it Again When You Lose it Benevolence
Candles of Love
The heartfelt expressions of love and commitment to marriage and faith within the Choctaw congregation create a strong sense of unity and community that is truly inspiring.
To Proclaim and Serve
A meaningful sermon emphasizing the importance of projecting a positive church image to the community and working towards being a caring and welcoming congregation.
Genuine Conversion Colossians 3:18-21 True Piety Elders, Deacons and the Church An Ordered Life The Glory of the Church of Christ Titus' Mission Productive Communication No Fool Like a Rich Fool What to do with the Rebel Child Elders: Specific Qualifications The Perseverance of God Domestic Violence Thessalonica: the Impact of the Plain Gospel Renewal of the Covenant and Moses' Final Days
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.
The Silver Servers
The importance of older saints in the church and their responsibility to teach and guide the younger generation is highlighted in a powerful lesson based on Titus chapter 2.
Loneliness
Loneliness is a catchword for a variety of feelings associated with being by oneself. The "feelings" associated with being alone are usually caused by the reasons why a person finds themselves alone to begin with.
Gay Theology? Ministering to People with AIDS A Father's Love Book of Ruth Colossians 1:3-12 A Time for Everything Unity of the Church The Celebration of Marriage Unity vs. Conformity Abiding in Love Introduction to II Timothy Abiding in Faith What is Biblical Love? Jonah The Glory of the Church of Christ The Physical Crisis A Pattern for Sound Teaching Colossians Conclusion Cords of Love The Most Important Thing in the World The 7 Blessings of Salvation A State of Readiness Christians and Christmas The Demands of Discipleship In the World – Not of the World What 40 Years of Ministry Has Taught Me 4-Letter Words to Teach Your Kids The Purchasing Power of the Pearl of Great Price Total Conversion The Glorious Church Keeping the Moral and Spiritual Laws Error and Consequence Pro-Life or Pro Death Parenting 101 Remembering Who We Are The Supremacy of Jesus Christ Love and Marriage The Dividing Line A Christian's Benefit Package Going with God
Freedom, Slavery and Heaven
Reflect on the profound message of being freed from sin and becoming slaves of righteousness, pondering the practical implications in your everyday life and the pursuit of what is right.
Growing Pains
Mike shares his journey of growth, from gaining weight to building a church, emphasizing the principle of "no growth without pain" in various aspects of life, urging the congregation to embrace challenges for future opportunities.
The Christian Religion The City and Church of Ephesus The Pursuit of Pleasure Only the Church of Christ Saved? The Day/Age Theory of Creation Colossians 2:1-14 Colossians 3:1-11 Colossians 1:13-18a The Love Connection Slavery and the Early Church The Role, Work and Qualifications of Elders A Call to Live in Freedom Qualities of a Wise Leader The Judgment What Heaven is Like The Basics The Moral Choice Joel / Amos Michael Jackson and James Response of Grace Hebrew Poetry and a Life of Righteousness and Fear of the Lord Introduction Introduction to The Kingdom Parables Final Summary Paul's Instructions on Prayer and the Role of Men and Women in the Church Response of Grace What Makes the Churches of Christ Unique? 4 Principles of Personal Evangelism Finding the Peace of God The Meaning of Grace Response of Grace Breaking the Habit Seek the Kingdom True Churches Last Passover to Crucifixion Week The Meaning of Grace Making and Keeping Friends Confrontation Introduction to II Thessalonians Keep Your Eye on the Ball Types of Parables on the Kingdom Unworthy Communion What is the Deluding Influence? The Minister and His Ministry Desperately Seeking Someone The Meaning of Grace The Purpose of Preaching Don't Worry, Be Ready Enemies of the Cross The Theological Crisis Critical Introduction of Leviticus Building a Christian Home Marriage or Divorce Remarriage and Renewal The Role of Women in Ministry Keeping Your Spouse Happy Personal Inventory The God Who Listens Pornography and Behavior Top 10 Marriage Myths Head to Heart The Deeds of the Flesh Passage #2 – Genesis 3:1-24 - Part 2 Leading Your Child to Christ Do Not Grow Weary Succeeding at Remarriage From Religion to Conversion The Changeless Role of Women Freedom in Christ The Blind Poetess Prejudice and the Bible The 4 A's of a Successful Marriage Passage #7 – John 17:1-3 The Holy Spirit and Christmas His Last Command Attaining Holiness The Kingdom of Heaven on Earth 4 Ways to Create a Happy Marriage Blended Families Stress from Loss Becoming Children of God Growing up in Christ Friendship Stew Iron Love Dirty Feet A Labor of Love Why is Giving More Blessed Than Receiving? What Money Can't Buy Life-Testing Knowing Your Spiritual Limits Praise: A Mark of God's People Peter's PR Plan Fervent in Worship Fervent in Biblical Marriage Having It All The Prodigal Principle Progressive Conservatives The Pilgrim Spirit What to Pack for Summer Vacation The Mothers of Choctaw
Celebrating the "Giving" in Thanksgiving
Mike explains why giving is the essential ingredient in thanksgiving.
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.
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.
Foundations of our Faith
The Church of Christ distinguishes itself by its commitment to following the Bible as the sole authority, emphasizing restorationism and biblical accuracy in its approach to Christianity.
Wholesome Sexuality
What does the Bible say about Sex?
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.
Soul Saving Speech
Learn from the insightful words of Paul in I Thessalonians 2 on the importance of speaking confidently, honestly, lovingly, patiently, and authoritatively when sharing the gospel to win souls for Christ.
I Thessalonians 2:1-12
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
Feelin' Fine in 99
Learn how to feel better and improve your life by following these 7 steps shared in a heartfelt sermon.
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.
Single Solutions
The cycle of worry, loneliness and depression can make the single life more difficult than it needs to be. In chapter 7 of I Corinthians, Paul talks to singles and provides them with some solutions to their particular problems.
I Corinthians 7:25-35
4. The Preacher's Job Description
In I Corinthians 14, Paul mentions that there are three primary tasks that the apostle lists concerning the work of the preacher.
I Corinthians 14:3
The Dream Church
The ideal church, as described in the New Testament, is characterized by a single leader, Jesus Christ, a unified body, a commitment to holiness, a mission to preach the gospel, and a systematic approach to fulfilling this mission, inviting individuals to reflect on their role in becoming part of this dream church.
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?
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".
The Unholy Blessing of Same-Sex Marriage
A review of the progress of the same-sex marriage crusade along with what this means for Christians going forward.