Tagged - Relationships (40)

Sometimes the cross we bear is our brother or sister in Christ.

In this passage Jesus will explain the nature of relationships that people have in the Kingdom and how to repair them when they are broken. (Matthew 18:1-35)

This sermon looks at the qualities of character that are appealing in the opposite sex from a Christian perspective.

In this lesson, Mike describes the relationships between three Mary's and how they ended up at the cross of Christ. (John 19:23-25)

Christians are in a unique situation when called on to deal with their enemies. This lesson will outline the various strategies that the Bible provides when believers must face those who injure them in some way.

Pride and self-centeredness are the topics of this lesson. How to combat this natural human tendency and cultivate an accurate sense of self are discussed.

The secret to correcting bad behavior and becoming better people is to replace the elements of bad behavior with good and positive things in our lives. In this lesson we look at 3 changes that are necessary to become a better person.

In this session, Mike examines those Biblical qualities that both preachers and elders need to develop in order to be effective and thus successful in carrying out their respective roles in ministry.

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

The last lesson in this series provides practical Biblical advise to both husbands and wives on how to make each other happy.

In this lesson, we will examine the Christian religion and see how it compares to the other major religions in the world.

An in-depth study of Acts chapter 2 where Luke clearly explains the Biblical ministry system and how ministry and growth are interrelated.

Background information on the date and circumstance surrounding the writing of this epistle by Paul, the apostle.

A review of C.A. Schwartz's book "Natural Church Development" and its application to the New Testament ministry system being studied from Acts chapter 2 in this seminar.

All of us are in a relationship, want to be in a relationship, or in and out of relationships. So this subject is relevant to each of us no matter where we're at. And when we're in a relationship we usually want it to work, no matter what kind of relationship that is.

After 20 years of service, Jacob prepares for his departure from Laban by offering him a potentially lucrative proposal. (Genesis 30:25-31:55)

Mike begins this study by listing 10 facts about the Apostle John and the heresy that prompted his writing of this epistle.

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.

This class will provide information and statistics concerning blended families and several strategies for successfully integrating two families into one.

This sermon attempts to separate the various legends and false ideas about these spiritual beings found in pop culture, and establish a more accurate picture of them based solely on Biblical information.

Mike outlines the 4 "A's" necessary to build a lasting and happy marriage.

This lesson, based on the popular song by Bobby McFerrin, encourages people to replace worry with other specific responses to life's trials that will create the happiness that all of us search for.

The first lesson in our series kicks off with a short history of the idea of love itself and these have influenced our modern concepts of marriage.

In this section Matthew describes 3 amazing days in Jesus' busy life. (Matthew 8:1-9:38)

This lesson leads to the climax of Abraham's journey of faith and describes the events surrounding Sarah's death. (Genesis 22:1-23:20)

In the final lesson of this series, Mike discusses the various types of love that we express and focuses on the type of love necessary to make a marriage last a lifetime.

This lesson continues the discussion on Christian ethics and how various elements come together to establish a Christian "Standard" for life and morality. (Colossians 3:12-17)

In this lesson Mike profiles 3 Biblical characters and described how each dealt with the problem of anger.

In this lesson Mike summarizes God's plan of salvation kept secret from angels and prophets. (John 3:17-21)

This lesson examines various communication methods and how to improve communication in marriage.

John lists the first of four ways an individual can be assured of personal salvation. (I John 1:1-2:29)

Mike talks about the specific blessings we enjoy as Christians and what these should motivate us to do in the here and now.

This lesson reviews what not to do if you want to succeed at marriage.

Paul transitions to a discussion concerning the preeminent position of Jesus' doctrine. (Colossians 2:1-14)

This section of the epistle describes the proper response to God's offer of salvation and the blessings attached to it, the first of which is to maintain the unity of the Spirit. (Ephesians 4:1-16)

Money has a way of creating more worries and health is so fragile, youth is temporary and usually not appreciated by those who possess it, power corrupts and great intelligence leads to pride, but peace of mind is precious at every season in life, every position in society, every level of ability. (Philippians 4:4-9)

This lesson continues to develop the thought that Christ is first and foremost as far as a relationship with God is concerned. (Colossians 1:13-18a)

It is during the effort to know each other that the couple lays down the groundwork for their "oneness."

In this sermon, Mike draws a picture of the ideal father with the references to fatherhood in both the Old and New Testaments.