Clearly Seen Podcasts by Michael Cocoris- Mike does an exposition of Bible books to explain the scripture. He does so in a systematic presentation of passages with application for today.
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Obadiah 03 - Is God Fair?
Obadiah 15-21 Mike today answers a question that many people ask: Is God fair?
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Obadiah 02 - People are not Fair
Obadiah 10-14 We rely on people to do many things in our lives. What we forget is often they are more in it for their interests. Mike explains.
Monday, December 29, 2014
Obadiah 01 - Life is Not Fair
Obadiah 1-9 - If you are a guardian on a children's play area, you will hear someone say, "That is not fair!" Perhaps that cry never stops as we grow older. Mike address what the Bible teaches on that in Obadiah.
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Galatians 18 - Stay Free
Galatians — Review - Mike today gives you the big picture of the letter to the Galatians. It is probably be the core of what the Gospel is all about.
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Galatians 17 - An Appropriate Spiritual Brag
Galatians 6:11-17 Sensing that there was still opposition, Paul makes one last plea for the Galatians to respond. You might be surprised what that was!
Monday, December 22, 2014
Galatians 16 - Helpful Hints on How to Live
Gal. 6:11-17 Many people are willing to offer advice. How would you like to have God offer some advice? Do you think it might be more meaningful? Mike talks about some important principles to apply today.
Friday, December 19, 2014
Galatians 15 - Living in Liberty
Gal. 5:13-26 How does the Spirit work in our lives now? Paul does his best explanation of how the Spirit words in this book. Hear how to walk in the Spirit.
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Galatians 14 - Don't Do Something, Just Stand There
Galatians 5:1-12 What is the most important message of the book of Galatians? Today Mike brings Paul's central point to light.
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Galatians 13- So What We Should Do with the Law?
Gal. 4:21-31 How do we integrate the Law with the Gospel? Many pastors say we need to keep the 10 commandments and throw the rest out. Here what Mike says on this.
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
Galatians 12 - Paul's Personal Plea
Galatians 4:12-20 When there are some things you care about, you speak from the heart. Paul did that in today's message. What was he so passionate about? Here Mike explain it.
Monday, December 15, 2014
Galatians 11 - Are Christians Under the Law?
Gal. 3:26- 4:11 Do you keep the ten commandments? Most Christians when asked that would rush to affirm that they do. But is that what Paul would answer? Mike talks today about keeping the law.
Friday, December 12, 2014
Galatians 10 - Why Did God Give the Law?
Gal. 3:19-25 The Bible teaches that both the people in the Old and New Testaments are saved by faith. Well, then why did God give the law? Paul answers that question in today's passage.
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Galatians 09 - The Objective Proof of the Gospel
Gal. 3:6-16 Do you keep promises? Most don't but God always does. Today Mike talks about the promise that God made to Abraham and how that blesses us in the Gospel.
Galatians 08 - The Subjective Proof of the Gospel
Gal. 3:1-5 Image if someone was so upset with you that they said, "You must be under some kind of spell or drug." You must be very not behaving normally. Paul said that very thing today, learn why in Mike's message.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Galatians 07 - Must I Keep the Law to the Righteous?
Galatians 2:15-21 How good do you think you are? Are you good enough to go to heaven? Do you live up to God's standards? Mike speaks to this in today's message.
Monday, December 8, 2014
Galatians 06 - The Defense of the Paul's Gospel
Gal. 2:11-14 No one likes a hypocrite, even Christians! Yet, Christians get accused of hypocrisy more than others. Paul confronts a hypocrite about the truth of the Gospel and you will be surprised who it is!
Friday, December 5, 2014
Galatians 05 - The Confirmation of Paul's Gospel
Galatians 2:1-10 It is always nice to know you are right. Everyone likes when people agree with them. Here how Paul gets confirmed but it might not be what you think.
Galatians 04 - The Origin of Paul's Gospel
Galatians 1:11-24 We get our greatest explanation of the Gospel from Paul. Yet, he did not walk with Jesus. Where did he get his Gospel? Mike explains this today.
Galatians 03 - Paul's Amazement
Gal. 1:6-10 Have you ever been shocked by the actions of others? Did you know that Paul was shocked by what Christians did? Learn today what shocked him.
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Galatians 02 - When You Are Urged to Keep the Law
Gal. 1:1-5 Have you ever trained a dog and taught him to "obey?" Well, sometimes there are pastors in churches who feel they need to get their congregations to "obey." Learn what to do in today's message.
Saturday, November 29, 2014
Galatians 01 - Overview - You Need to Hear This
Gal. Overview - Some theological points we all should know and agree with. One of those is the Gospel. Today, Mike has a critical message on the Gospel.
Friday, November 28, 2014
Daniel 32 - Did You Get the Message?
Daniel - Sometimes we miss the big picture when we focus on the details of something. Today Mike brings us back to the big picture of the book of Daniel.
Thursday, November 27, 2014
Daniel 31 - The Abomination of Desolation
Daniel Prophecy - What scares you? Vampires and zombies are not real. But there is someone who is real who will scare you more than zombies if you knew what he was going to do. Mike explains that today.
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Daniel 30 - How to be Beloved
Daniel is a wonderful example of a believer who was faithful despite the adverse circumstances he was dealt. Every believer has challenges to overcome. Daniel gives us one of the best examples of how to please God. Mike goes into that today.
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
Daniel 29 - What is Going On In the World?
Daniel Review What is the big picture of all the prophesies Daniel reveal? What should we take away? Mike dives into this for a review of Daniel.
Monday, November 24, 2014
Daniel 28 - Please Answer My Prophetic Question
Dan. 12:4-13 Do you have questions? Everyone does. Well, what would you do if you could ask a question of God? Today we hear what might happen.
Friday, November 21, 2014
Daniel 27 - All I See is Trouble
Dan. 12:1-3 We all have been through difficult times. Maybe you are going through a tough time now. Well, the Bible says that there will be one enormous tough time coming for everyone. Hear how Mike explains it.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Daniel 26 - The Coming Anti-Christ
Dan. 11:36-45 The most evil person in the history of the world is called the Anti-Christ. He is described in the book of Daniel. It might be the most important prediction in the book.
Daniel 25 - Why Does God Allow Suffering?
Dan. 11:21-35 All believers at one time or another face the question of suffering. In the book of Daniel, we see an answer which Mike speaks about today.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Daniel 24 - How do we Know the Bible is the Word of God?
Dan. 11:2-20 The Bible has come under attack by many through time. How can we be sure of God speaking through the Bible? Mike takes on that very question today.
Monday, November 17, 2014
Daniel 23 - Why Are Answers to Prayer Delayed?
Daniel 10:1-11 When we are in trouble, we pray. When we don't see an immediate answer, we get frustrated. Mike answers a common question. Why do answers to prayer get delayed?
Friday, November 7, 2014
Daniel 22 - The Future of Israel
Dan. 9:20-27 People will pay someone to tell them their future. The Bible tells the future for the nation of Israel. When turbulent times come to Israel, God wants to say there is still more to come.
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Daniel 21 - You Can Pray Like Daniel
Dan. 9:1-19 Most Christians believe in the power of prayer. But we all would like to have MORE power when praying. Daniel gives us some secrets to being extremely effective in prayer.
Daniel 20 - An Illustration of the Anti-Christ
Dan. 8:15-27 The most feared person predicted in the Bible is a person commonly called the Anti-Christ. He is supposed to bring great destruction and persecution. Daniel gives us some hints as to what he will be like.
Daniel 19 - Through Trouble to Triumph
Daniel 8:1-14 We all face troubles in this life. Can your moment of greatest trouble lead to your greatest triumph? Mike gives us a great message we all should hear.
Daniel 18 - Will the European Nations Unite?
Dan. 7:5-28 Could we see prophesy come true even in our lifetime? Did you know that the Bible predicted the Euro and European Union? Hear what Daniel said thousands of years ago.
Friday, October 31, 2014
Daniel 17 - Is the US in Prophesy?
Dan. 7:1-14 The Bible predicts much about the future. Is America's future predicted in the Bible? Mike gives an interesting answer.
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Daniel 16 - How to Handle a Crisis
Dan. 6:10-28 Are you prepared? Are you ready for when everything you put your trust in fails? Mike talks about how to handle a crisis, something we all can benefit from.
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Daniel 15 - Punishment for Doing Right
Dan. 6:1-10 Punishment for doing the wrong thing is expected. But when punishment comes after doing the right thing, even after great sacrifice is hard. Hear what Mike shares on this.
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Daniel 14 - God's Graffiti
Dan. 5:5-31 Perhaps you have heard the saying "the handwriting is on the wall." Well, today Mike tells us in his message that sometimes that happens. Heard what Daniel has to say about it.
Monday, October 27, 2014
Daniel 13 - The Greatest Mistake You Can Make
Dan. 5:1-4 We all have made mistakes, certainly not intently.Yet, is there a BIG mistake that we would want to avoid. Mike talks about that today.
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Daniel 12 - God Is After You
Dan. 4 Some say that God is distant, far away and not caring. The Bible says that actually God is pursuing you. Find out what that means today with Mike's message.
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Daniel 11 - Insanity Can Be a Blessing
Dan. 4:19-37 While the title can be the most unusual we have posted, the message is an important one. Find out how insanity can be a blessing.
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Daniel 10 - The Greatest Lesson You Can Learn
Dan. 4:1-18 Ever miss a day of class only to find out that what was taught that day was on the test? Some lessons are more important than others and today's is very important.
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Daniel 09 - Why Do Hard Times Come into My Life?
Dan. 3 There are good times and bad times. But as a believer, why do the hard times come? Mike explains in this important message.
Monday, October 20, 2014
Daniel 08 - During the Hard Times Where is God?
Dan. 3:19-30 At some point in our lives we will face a crisis. Sometimes we ask, where is God? Well, Mike goes directly to that question in today's message.
Friday, October 17, 2014
Daniel 07 - How to Get through Hard Times
Dan. 3:1-18 There are good times and bad times. When things turn against you is there things we should know to help? Mike goes through the some practical things we should do.
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Daniel 06 - Where History is Headed
Dan. 2:31-49 Many people today hate studying history. Daniel gives us a great prospective of history and where we are headed. Mike gives us these insights to us.
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Daniel 05 - Who Really Knows the Future
Dan. 2:14-30 Ever want to know what the future holds? We all fear what might come. Mike today shares some important insights.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Daniel 04 - The Greatest Lesson You Can Learn
Dan. 4:1-18 Can we learn from someone who lived 2700 years ago? Yes, there are great examples which Mike brings out today.
Monday, October 13, 2014
Daniel 03 - Reigning in a Hostile Society
Dan. 1:15-21 Can a believer have victory in a anti-Christian society? Today Mike goes through some key lessons of victory for the believer.
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Daniel 02 - Living in a Hostile World
Dan. 1:8-16 Daniel was a captive in a hostile nation. They did not accept the religion he worship. America is very much like that. We can learn much about being a Christian today from this passage.
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
Daniel 01 - Understanding Hostile Society
Dan. 1:1-17 Today more and more, Christianity is a target to be mocked and ridiculed. How do we respond? Mike teaches from Daniel some principles which we are use today.
Luke 85 - The End of the Story
Luke 24:44-55 Mike ends his series on the Gospel of Luke by giving us a good look at the most important thing in the book.
Monday, October 6, 2014
Luke 84 - The Proof of the Bodily Resurrection
Luke 24:33-43 If you are looking to the return of Christ, you know that Jesus' return will change everything. Hear what that means for the believer.
Friday, October 3, 2014
Luke 83 - From Saddeness to Excitement
Luke 24:13-32 At a funeral, there is often great sadness. Imagine if suddenly you knew that your loved one was alive. I am sure you would be ecstatic. Mike talks about that today.
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Luke 82 - What It Takes to be Convinced
Luke 24:1-12 The resurrection of Jesus is the key believe in Christianity. What does it take to be convinced? Mike goes through that is said about that in Luke.
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Luke 81 - The Burial of Jesus
Luke 23:50-56 What was the last funeral that you attended? The story of the death of Jesus has an unusual twist. Mike explains in today's message.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Luke 80 - The Significance of the Crucifixion
Luke 23:39-49 How does the dead of Christ affect us? Mike speaks to the key moment in what Jesus as done for us.
Monday, September 29, 2014
Luke 79 - Reactions to the Crucifixion
Luke 23:26-38 People are surprised by the violence in today's culture. In ancient times, the most violent death was death by crucifixion. Hear how people reacted.
Friday, September 26, 2014
Luke 78 - The Struggling Judge
Luke 23:1-25 You you think that you could make a fair decision if you were a judge? Sometimes we are placed in that kind of situation. Hear how this man struggled.
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Luke 77 - The Claims of Christ
Luke 22:63-71 Who is Jesus? Was he just a great teacher? Who did Jesus claim he was? Mike today details what that was and how that affects us today.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Luke 76 - The Good News About Failure
Luke 22:54-62 We all have failed at something. Usually, it is something insignificant. What if you failed a person you loved? Peter did. Hear how Jesus reacted to that.
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Luke 75 - Reaction to Injustice
Luke 22:47-58 When we are attacked, the natural reaction is to lash out at the attacker. It is instinctive. Jesus, however, has another way that Mike discusses today.
Monday, September 22, 2014
Luke 74 - How to Prevent Temptation
Luke 22:39-46 Temptation is always present. Most are not aware of all the temptations we face. Jesus gives us insights into knowing how to deal with temptation.
Friday, September 19, 2014
Luke 73 - Three Dangerous Attitudes
Luke 22:24-38 Someone once said that attitude is everything. Then could there be attitudes that hold us back? Mike opens up some very important insights.
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Luke 72 - Memory Aid
Luke 22:1-23 We all at times forget things. There are all kinds of tricks that some people use to remember things better. Jesus had a help for us for spiritual things. Mike will discuss that.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Luke 71 - What Jesus Prophesied
Luke 21:5-38 Many people will go to psychics to hear what the future holds. Jesus also predicted the future. Do you know what he said? Mike details that in today's message.
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Luke 70 - The Size of Your Offering
Luke 21:1-4 How generous are you? Most would say they were very generous, even those who do not give much at all. Jesus says that God has a different standard. Mike reveals that today.
Monday, September 15, 2014
Luke 69 - Jesus in Q and A Session
Luke 20:20-47 At some point in your life, people have quizzed you about something. It might have been in school or on the job. Jesus was also questioned and gave some good answers. Here what He said.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Luke 68 - The Question of Authority
Luke 20:1-19 Have you ever been pulled over and had the officer question you? It is a little scary. Well, in Jesus' day the authorities questioned him. Mike explains how this impacts us today.
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Luke 67 - Cleaning God's House
Luke 19:45-48 We usually don't think that God's house would need to be cleaned. Jesus was in Jerusalem at the high of the festival there. He did some housecleaning that we can learn from.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Luke 66 - Jesus Comes With Peace
Luke 19:29-44 Have you ever gotten excited to see some family member come to your home whom you have not seen in a long time? Is there something better than that? Mike talks about a moment that was better than that.
Luke 65 - Learning from the Delay
Luke 19:11-28 At some point, we have to wait. We wait in line. We wait for our number to be called. Is there something we can learn from all that waiting? Jesus gives us something.
Monday, September 8, 2014
Luke 64 - Are You Seeing Something Spiritual?
Luke 18:35-43 You might walk by someone disabled in your city sitting by the road asking for money. It was also common in Jesus's time. Jesus responds to a person like this and hear that happens.
Friday, September 5, 2014
Luke 63 - A Seeing Blind Man
Luke 18:35-43 Sometimes we see the unusual in life. Today Mike talks about something most people think is impossible. Jesus encountered a seeing blind man. Hear how that can be from Mike.
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Luke 62 - What Do I Get Out of This?
Luke 18:28-34 Do you ever wonder what the purpose all of this is? Jesus asks so much. Mike explains what motivates us to press forward.
Luke 61 - The Poor Rich Man
Luke 18:18-27 Most people admire those who have become rich. We buy their perfume and wear their designer clothes. But could it be that a rich man is not as well off as he thinks? Hear what Mike says about it.
Monday, September 1, 2014
Luke 60 - What an Infant Can Teach Us
Luke 18:15-17 Sometimes we can learn form the unexpected. Jesus said that unless we come like a child, we can not enter the Kingdom of God. Mike explains what that means.
Friday, August 29, 2014
Luke 59 - Gaining God's Mercy
Luke 18:9-14 There is a saying that attitude is everything. Is that true when we come before God? Jesus tells a story that reflects God's reaction to our attitude. Mike shows how that applies to us.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Luke 58 - Is Your Prayer Life Discouraging?
Luke 18:1-8 One of the great promises in the Bible is answered prayer. When we face something and pray about it, we might become discouraged if we don't see an answer soon. Mike gives a secret we need to know.
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Luke 57 - When Will The Lord Return
Luke 17:20-39 Jesus promises to return, but when will that happen? Mike goes straight to this question in today's message.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Luke 56 - The Rare Virtue
Luke 17:11-19 What might be missing in your life? Is there something that many people are missing? Mike discusses something that few people have but we all need.
Monday, August 25, 2014
Luke 55 - Danger Ahead
Luke 17:1-10 We need to be aware that at times Jesus warned us about some things. Today Mike deal with a warning that all believers should remember because we too can fall victim to it.
Friday, August 22, 2014
Luke 54 - A Warning to Money Lovers
Luke 16:14-31 We all like to receive a check in the mail that we were not expecting. But there are those who sacrifice everything in there life to become wealthy. Mike addresses Jesus warning about the love of money.
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Luke 53 - The Myth Money Does Not Make You Happy
Luke 16:1-13 Most people want more money. Not that they love pictures of Presidents but they believe that money will bring them happiness. Is that true? Mike wades into this question with some real insight.
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Luke 52 - From Heaven's Point of View
Luke 15:1-32 In any event, different observers can see the same event differently. It is because there are different points of view. Today Mike shares insight into how heaven sees events.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Luke 51 - The Discipleship Debate
Luke 14:15-35 There are times we need to think about what we believe. The Bible should guide that. So today Mike talks about a common misconception about what it takes to be a believe and a disciple.
Sunday, August 17, 2014
Luke 50 - Table Talk
Luke 14:1-14 Most people don't talk at dinner anymore. People used to discuss things at dinner, but not so today. Hear what is discussed at a meal with Jesus.
Friday, August 15, 2014
Luke 49 - When is it Too Late to be Saved?
Luke 13:21-35 We know that one is saved by putting their faith and trust in Jesus. Can someone wait too long to do that? Mike goes into detail on this question.
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Luke 48 - Breaking With Tradition
Luke 13:10-21 No one like to make a scene in public, except, I guess, Jesus. What would you think could cause an uproar in public? Hear what happened as Mike explains the situation.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
Luke 47 - The Moral of a Massacre
Luke 13:1-9 What can we learn from disasters? Is there a reason behind the tragedies? Jesus brings an application to an incident that occurred in His life. Mike brings the application for us.
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Luke 46 - Are You Ready?
Luke 12:35-59 Always be prepared! That might be a great moto, but do we do it? Mike today explains a passage that Jesus speaks about being prepared.
Monday, August 11, 2014
Luke 45 - Beware of Worry
Luke 12:13-21 What concerns you? Are you anxious about anything? Most people are, about something. Jesus says that is not good for you. Hear Mike explain.
Friday, August 8, 2014
Luke 44 - Beware of Covetousness
Luke 12:15-21 Have you ever noticed how nice a car your friend has? Or how nice his home is? Wish you had something that nice? Well, you might not realize but that is a sin. Hear about its dangers today in Mike's message.
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Luke 43 - Beware of Hypocrisy
Luke 12:1-11 One accusation that non-Christians accuse the church of is hypocrisy. Jesus hated hypocrisy too. Mike goes through Jesus's warning about this hideous conduct of hypocrisy.
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Luke 42 - Religion Can be Dangerous
Luke 11:37-54 Most people think that the Jesus was creating a religion. For those who read the New Testament know that Jesus opposed religion. Hear Mike explain this today.
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Luke 41 - I Need More Proof
Luke 11:27-36 Do you ever feel like you want more evidence? I think that most people at times want more information. Today we hear about that in the spiritual realm.
Sunday, August 3, 2014
Luke 40 - Jesus is of the Devil
Luke 11:14-28 Anytime in ministry, people will accuse the leader of something. Jesus was accused of many things, but the worst was being of the Devil. Mike explains what that means to us.
Saturday, August 2, 2014
Luke 39 - Lord, Teach me to Pray
Luke 11:1-13 Most people know how to pray. But could you be praying incorrectly? Jesus answers the question of how to pray. In this famous passage, Mike makes the prayer Jesus teaches very clear.
Friday, August 1, 2014
Luke 38 - Are You Mary or Martha?
Luke 10:38-42 We should always try to serve others when we can. But is that always the right thing to do? Jesus might surprise you. Mike clarifies what Jesus said.
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Luke 37 - Who is your Neighbor?
Luke 10:25-37 In one of the most famous passages of the Bible, Jesus gives his most powerful story about the love we should have for others.
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Luke 36 - Jesus and a Job Description
Luke 10:1-24 Every job has a job description which describes the duties and responsibilities of the job. Jesus explains the disciple's responsibility today in this passage.
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Luke 35 - What is Your Excuse?
Luke 9:51-62 We all make excuses when we don't do what we know we should. In the spiritual area, excuses can be very serious. Hear how Jesus feels about excuses when it comes to spiritual matters.
Monday, July 28, 2014
Luke 34 - Slow Learners
Luke 9:37-50 We all learn at different rates. Some slower than others. The disciples were slow in learning some things. Today Mike brings out their truth that they should have learned.
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Luke 33 - Did Jesus Make a Mistake?
Luke 9:27-36 God sometimes surprises us. Would it surprise us if Jesus made a mistake? Mike addresses this in the passage.
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Luke 32 - The Requirements of Discipleship
Luke 9:23-26 One of the great confusions among Christians is between discipleship and salvation. If you are not aware of the difference, Mike will explain that in today's message.
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Luke 31 - Who is Jesus to You?
Luke 9:18-22 Jesus is many things to many people. Some called Him a prophet, others a great teacher. To some today Jesus is irrelevant. Hear what Mike says about who Jesus is.
Sunday, July 20, 2014
Luke 30 - When Finding it Impossible to Obey
Luke 9:10-17 Does God ask us to do things that seem impossible? Jesus did that with the disciples. What do you do? Mike explains our response to doing the impossible.
Friday, July 18, 2014
Luke 29 - Prepare for Failure
Luke 9:1-9 Many people have written books on "preparing for success." In sharing the Gospel, we should remember that it is not always successful. Hear what Mike has to say about that.
Thursday, July 17, 2014
Luke 28 - The Power of Christ to Rescue You
Luke 8:22-56 Sometimes we face really big problems which are bigger than we are to solve them. Jesus was someone who cared and stepped in to help. Mike discusses the power of Christ to rescue us.
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
Luke 27 - Some Go Some Grow
Luke 8:1-21 It is interesting the different reactions to the Gospel. Some respond and others reject it. But there is always a result. Listen today how different people responded to Jesus.
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Luke 26 - Why Are Some More Grateful Than Others
Luke 7:36-50 We all have been blessed in many ways. How grateful are you for those blessings? Do you feel you could be more grateful? Mike talks about what we learn about gratitude from this passage.
Monday, July 14, 2014
Luke 25 - Acceptable and Unacceptable Doubt
Luke 7:18-35 People who believe in Jesus often have moments of doubt. Ever wonder if that doubt is a sign of not believing? Mike discusses what is acceptable doubt.
Friday, July 11, 2014
Luke 24 - Follow Jesus to the City of Nain
Luke 7:11-17 Summer is the time for road trips. You never know what you will come across along the journey. Jesus did road trips too and there were some things that happened that you might be surprised by.
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Luke 23 - The Man Who Impressed Jesus
Luke 7:1-10 Are you ever concerned that you make a good first impression? There was a man who really impressed Jesus. Learn today why in Mike's message.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Luke 22 - Are You Equipped?
Luke 6:39-49 Are you ready to go? Do you have everything you need to servc the Lord? Mike shares what you need to be equipped.
Monday, July 7, 2014
Luke 21 - How to Deal With an Enemy
Luke 6:27-36 Is there someone in your life who just dislikes you? Someone who wants to get back at you? Then you should hear today's message.
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Luke 20 - To Be Blessed or Not To Be Blessed
Luke 6:20-26 Do you want to be blessed? I think most want to be blessed. But what do you have to do to receive that blessing? Jesus talks about that today.
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Luke 19 - The Training of the Twelve
Luke 6:12-19 Did you ever wonder how Jesus was able to prepare twelve people to change the world? His secrets to training are revealed today by Mike.
Luke 18 - The Pitfall of Religion
Luke 6:1-11 Most think that Christians follow a religion. Mike teaches today how Jesus rejected religion.
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Luke 17 - What Difference Does He Make
Luke 5:12-39 Most people don't like change. Jesus came to bring change. But it might not be the kind of change you might think.
Monday, June 30, 2014
Luke 16 - The Key to Being a Follower of Jesus Christ
Luke 5:1-11 What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus Christ? Mike today goes into something you might not have heard before.
Luke 15 - Why Did Jesus Work Miracles
Luke 4:31-44 When Jesus walked this earth, he healed every kind of disease. He healed everyone who asked. Other than just being compassionate, what was the purpose for all this healing. Mike answers that today.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Luke 14 - Rejected by Family and Friends
Luke 4:14-31 No one likes rejection. We all have experienced it at one time or another. Jesus experienced it from the very start. Mike goes into explaining how we can learn from this.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Luke 13 - How to Overcome Temptation
Luke 4:1-13 We all face temptation everyday. Yet are we prepared? Mike discusses how to be prepared to overcome this temptation in God's power.
Luke 12 - The Son Who Pleased His Father
Luke 3:21-38 Some fathers are hard to please. Often these fathers neglect to say something positive when their children please them. Our heavenly father is not so. He is eager to speak up and say when He is pleased.
Monday, June 23, 2014
Luke 11 - Are You Prepared?
Luke 3:1-20 Things can surprise you in life. We should always be prepared for what comes at us. This message today gives us something to think about. Hear how Mike explains it.
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Luke 10 - Jesus as a Boy
Luke 2:39-52 What were you like growing up? Luke tells us only a brief amount of what Jesus was like as a boy, but in them we can learn a lot. Mike goes through them in today's podcast.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Luke 09 - Jesus the Infant
Luke 2:21-38 Infants have so much potential. Holding a baby in your arms you see all the possibilities. When Jesus was a baby great things were expected. Mike discusses what people expected of him even before Jesus was weened.
Luke 08 - The Proper Response to a Baby's Birth
Luke 2:8-20 When a baby is born, there is usually great rejoicing. When Jesus was born, how did people respond? Mike details what happened.
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Luke 07 - Why Jesus was Born in a Barn
Luke 2:1-7 Probably the one fact that everyone knows about Jesus is that he was born in a very humble circumstance. He was laid in a manger. Mike answers today why Jesus had to be born in a barn.
Monday, June 16, 2014
Luke 06 - A Strange Birth Announcement
Luke 1:57-80 Normally, when someone you know has a baby, there is always joy at telling others about the expected one. With Jesus, it was unique. Here how Mike describes it.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Luke 05 - What God Has Done for Others, He'll Do for You
Luke 1:46-56 God has done great things for many of the people of the Bible. What does that have to do with us? Learn today how God promises to help us also.
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Luke 04 - Three More Reactions
Luke 1:39-45 Can an unborn child be aware and react to people's voices? The Bible says so, in fact, also says it was an important moment before Jesus was born. Learn today more.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Luke 03 - Learning Lesson One
Luke 1:26-38 What is the first story you would tell about Jesus? Luke tells the story of miracles that brought about the great story of Jesus.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Luke 02 - Spiritual Lesson Number One
Luke 1: 5-25 What would Luke want us to know about our testimony to others? Luke reveals in the beginning of his gospel a key spiritual principle all should know.
Monday, June 9, 2014
Luke 01 - The Certainty of Christianity
Luke 1:1-4 There are many who question Christianity and its claims. Can there be any certainty in Christianity? Hear what Mike says from Luke chapter 1.
Sunday, June 8, 2014
1 Peter 20 - How To Save Your Life
1 Peter Review - Most cities this summer will have classes in life-saving techniques. Peter was way ahead of them because he taught life-saving in the first century. Hear today the big idea of 1 Peter taught by Pastor Mike.
Saturday, June 7, 2014
1 Peter 19 - Closing Comments with a Colossal Concept
1 Peter 5:10-14 If you go to Broadway, most shows will end with a big finish. Peter ends this in a big way. Something you will not want to miss.
Thursday, June 5, 2014
1 Peter 18 - A Message All Need to Hear
1 Peter 5:5-9 After addressing pastors, Peter as a message for all of us. Now this is not any message, but the most important one he has. Hear how Mike explains it.
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
1 Peter 17 - An Exhortation to Elders
1 Peter 5:1-4 As with any organization, the church raises and falls on leadership. Jesus put a high standard for leaders of His church. Learn today what Peter says about that leadership.
Monday, June 2, 2014
1 Peter 16 - Suffering for Christ's Sake
1 Peter 4:12-19 No one likes to suffer. We try to avoid it if we can. But Peter says we have a purpose in our suffering. Learn today how we can endure it.
Sunday, June 1, 2014
1 Peter 15 - If You Only Had a Week to Live
1 Peter 4:7-11 In our hurried, hectic lives we rarely stop and think about what is really important. Today Mike explains what Peter puts are the most important thing in our lives.
Friday, May 30, 2014
1 Peter 14 - Arm Yourself
1 Peter 4:1-6 Most people are peace loving. We don't want to get into a conflict, but today Mike explains that we are to arm ourselves. With what and for what? Learn about that in today's message.
Thursday, May 29, 2014
1 Peter 13 - How is Suffering with the Right Attitude Possible
1 Peter 3:18-22 Having the right attitude when suffering is all the difference. Mental anguish can great. Mike explains how to have the right attitude in today's message.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
1 Peter 12 - Dealing with Suffering For Righteousness
1 Peter 3:13-17 When we are under attach for something we should not be, what do we do? Peter explains that we need a good defense. Mike explains what that means in our lives.
Monday, May 26, 2014
1 Peter 11 - The Ultimate in Relationships
1 Peter 3:8-12 Who doesn't want to have better relationships. Peter gives us some really good guides to achieving great relationships. Mike teaches on that today.
Friday, May 23, 2014
1 Peter 10 - Living With a Unique Person -- Your Wife
1 Peter 3:7 Most men complain that they don't understand women. Peter speaks to this in one verse, but it is a powerful one! Mike unfolds the mystery in today's message.
Thursday, May 22, 2014
1 Peter 09 - Coping With an Unsaved Husband
1 Peter 3:1-6 There are situations when we need particular wisdom. That is when we have family or marriage problems. Peter gives us insight into the difficulty of living with an unbelieving husband.
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
1 Peter 08 - Working for an Unreasonable Boss
1 Peter 2:18-25 At some point in your life, you will have to deal with a difficult employer. Many people don't know how to handle that. Mike explains what Peter teaches on that topic.
Monday, May 19, 2014
1 Peter 07 - Living Under an Unrighteous Government
1 Peter 2:13-17 Some governments are better than others. Some governments can take what you have or even your life without trial or recourse. That was the kind of government that Peter lived under and he explains the secrets to dealing with that kind of government.
Sunday, May 18, 2014
1 Peter 06 - Facing a Hostile World
1 Peter 2:11-12 Anything one wants to make progress, there will be someone against you. As a believer we have the world against us. What do we do? Peter gives us answers in todays message.
Friday, May 16, 2014
1 Peter 05 - To Be More Specific
1 Peter 2:1-10 Paul goes deeper in his explanation of our relationships with other believers. He gives us some powerful instructions in today's message.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
1 Peter 04 - Relating to Your Spiritual Family
1 Peter 1:22-25 Every family has what is called "family dynamics." It is the way people get along with each other. In the church, there is also family dynamics. Hear what Mike has to say on having better relationships with other believers.
1 Peter 03 - Relating to Your Heavenly Father
1 Peter 1:13-21 Often people make the mistake of treating God the Father as if he was just like their earthly father. God is a person and today Mike teaching on how to relate to Him as a person.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
1 Peter 02 - Praise God I'm In Trouble Again
1 Peter 1:4-12 Going through difficulty, often we don't really see a purpose. Peter explains that there is a purpose, and it for our good. Mike gives this encouraging message to explain this.
Sunday, May 11, 2014
1 Peter 01 - Do You Ever Feel Like a Stranger?
2 Peter 1:1-2 Have you ever felt like you don't fit in? The Bible says that is normal for believers. Mike expands on that in his first message on 1 Peter.
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Psalm 1 - When You Want to be Happy
Psalm 1 — The beginning of a book always sets a tone. The book of psalms explains what to do "when" you want to do something. This book begins this most beloved section of the Bible by answering the question "When you want to be happy."
2 Corinthians 29 - In Defense of the Minister
2 Corinthians Review — Ever want to really understand what a book of the Bible is all about? Mike today gives us the big picture of what 2 Corinthians is all about. Listen to how Pastor Mike summarizes the book.
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
2 Corinthians 28 - The God-Blessed Church
2 Corinthians 13:11-14 As believers we have freedom. How we use that freedom matters. Paul weighs in on the ramifications of what we do.
2 Corinthians 27 - Why We Do What We Do
2 Corinthians 12:19-13:10 What does a pastor really want for his flock? Paul explains in this passage his goal for the Corinthians, a goal that he would want for all of us. What is that? Mike shares that in his message today.
Sunday, May 4, 2014
2 Corinthians 26 - How Far Would You Go?
2 Corinthians 12:11-18 Relationships sometimes become strained. Paul speaks some words of conciliation to a group who was suspicious of him. We can learn much from his diplomacy.
Friday, May 2, 2014
2 Corinthians 25 - My Boast and My Pleasure
2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Are there things you keep to yourself? Maybe things that are so personal that you wait for the right moment to talk about. Paul shares today a very personal experience that teaches something unique.
Thursday, May 1, 2014
2 Corinthians 24 - My Daddy Can Beat Up Your Daddy
2 Corinthians 11:16-33 You might have problems today, but you should hear the problems that Paul had to face. Dispite all the hardship, Paul had a good attitude. Learn today how you can have one too.
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
2 Corinthians 23 - Financially Above Reproach
2 Corinthians 11:1-15 Money and ministers are a delicate subject today. Well, it also was in the first century. Paul teaches how he maintained a honorable reputation when also needing financial support from others. We can learn well how to correctly handle money.
Monday, April 28, 2014
2 Corinthians 22 - Paul and His Critics
2 Corinthians 10:1-18 How does one handle critics? Paul has a very different approach to dealing with those who opposed him. Mike gives us a detailed presentation.
2 Corinthians 21 - The Results of Giving
2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Perhaps this is the most powerful confirmation of the presence of God in our lives. What is that? Learn what happens when we give.
Friday, April 25, 2014
2 Corinthians 20 - Christian Fund Raising
2 Corinthians 9:1-5 Churches have used all kinds of exotic ways to raise money, such as bake sales, golf tournaments, and raffles. Are those the correct way to raise money? Mike explains what Paul has to say about that.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
2 Corinthians 19 - Honorable Money Handling
2 Corinthians 8:16-24 Who do you trust in the church to handle money? Do you thing that churches are responsible in how they handle money? Hear what Paul says about the kind of person he picked to handle the money.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
2 Corinthians 18 - Guidelines for Giving
2 Corinthians 8:8-15 We all would like to know the right way to give. The Bible has guidelines that help us all know the right way to give. Those are detailed by Mike today.
Monday, April 21, 2014
2 Corinthians 17 - An Example to Emulate
2 Corinthians 8:1-7 We all should be following Jesus as our example. But often is is better to have a flesh and blood example. Paul believed the same way and hear how we can learn from that.
2 Corinthians 16 - The Joy of Serving the Lord
2 Corinthians 7:4-16 Are you a confident person? Did you know that Paul was also a confident person? Learn today what Paul was most confident about.
Thursday, April 17, 2014
2 Corinthians 15 - Does Being Unequally Yoked Apply to Marriage?
2 Corinthians 6:14 Some passages deserve more attention. Mike focuses today about one particular verse that many people ask about frequently. At some point, you too might wonder about this verse. Hear a clear explanation of the true application.
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
2 Corinthians 14 - Your Spiritual Affiliations
2 Corinthians 6:11 - 7:4 You might not have had a good father, but God wants you to be his son or daughter. What does that mean? Mike explains what that means to God.
2 Corinthians 13 - Great Opportunities
2 Corinthians 6:1-10 Since the beginning, Christians were persecuted for their faith. Today is no different. But there is hope in the difficulty. Listen how Mike describes how to endure difficulties.
Monday, April 14, 2014
2 Corinthians 12 - Watch God Work
2 Corinthians 5:18-21 Do you share about what Jesus has done for you? For those who do this regularly, they realized that it is not the persuasiveness of the message, but the work of God going on. Hear more about that in today's podcast.
Sunday, April 13, 2014
2 Corinthians 11 - Motives for Service - hummmm
2 Corinthians 5:11-21 All believers want to serve God. But what is our proper motive? Do we do our service to God for the right motives? Mike dives into this issue in today's podcast.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
2 Corinthians 10 - The Prevention of Discouragement Pt. 2
2 Corinthians 5:1-10 Mike goes on to develop how we can actually prevent discouragement in our lives. This is the second part of a two part series.
2 Corinthians 09 - The Prevention of Discouragement Pt. 1
2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10 Probably at sometime everyone gets discouraged. Some just shrug it off, but is there something that can be done to prevent it? Mike begins a two part series on that question.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
2 Corinthians 08 - The Purpose of Pleasure
2 Corinthians 4:7-15 Did you know that God has deposited something great within you? Mike talks today what God has placed within you and how that can affect others.
Monday, April 7, 2014
2 Corinthians 07 - The Prevention of Deceitfulness
2 Corinthians 4:1-6 Telling the truth is often hard, especially when we know it will get us inte trouble. Paul explains how we can be more truthful in this section of 2 Corinthians.
2 Corinthians 06 - Our Glorious Privilege
2 Corinthians 3:4-18 What does it mean to have God your God? Mike talks about our relationship with Him and what that means.
Friday, April 4, 2014
2 Corinthians 05 - A Minister's Credentials
2 Corinthians 3:1-3 In life, we often can make a profound affect on others. Some for good. Others not so much. Mike explains how ministers of Jesus affect us.
Thursday, April 3, 2014
2 Corinthians 04 - The Experience Called Ministry
2 Corinthians 2:12-17 In any church, there are needs everywhere. Couples who have marriage problems. Young people who are struggling with temptation. Helping all these people is called ministry and it falls on the pastor. Learn today more about that.
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
2 Corinthians 03 - Beware of Doing Too Much
2 Corinthians 2:5-11 How busy would you say you are? Most people feel that they are TOO busy. Ever wonder what the Bible says about how busy we should be? Hear what Mike shares on that topic.
2 Corinthians 02 - A Messenger's Integrity
2 Corinthians 1:12- 2:5 No one likes to hear bad news. Sometimes someone has to deliver bad news. Do we change the message to make people feel better? Mike talks about the integrity of a preacher.
Sunday, March 30, 2014
2 Corinthians 01 - Why Does God Allow Me to Suffer?
2 Corinthians 1:3-11 In life, many times we go through difficulties and hardships which can cause us to question where is God in that. Mike today addresses a very practical question of the reason for suffering for believers.
Saturday, March 29, 2014
Nehemiah 16 - Biographical - What This Man Taught Me
Nehemiah Biographical - We can always learn from the Bible. Some individuals are true examples after which we can pattern our lives. Although he lived long ago, Nehemiah was one who is someone we should embrace as such an example.
Friday, March 28, 2014
Nehemiah 15 - Review - This Has Been Who Was Again
Nehemiah Review - One can learn a lot from a man like Nehemiah. Mike today reviews the whole book and talks about how this book affects us.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Nehemiah 14 - The Surprise Ending
Nehemiah 13:1-9 Sometimes in a story there is a surprise ending. You did not see that coming! Could there be Bible stories that end that way? Mike reveals the ending to Nehemiah.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Nehemiah 13 - Let's Celebrate!
Nehemiah 12 What do you celebrate in your life? Is it just birthdays and holidays? Do you ever celebrate the things that God has done for you? Mike talks about how Nehemiah celebrated what God did through him, and we can learn a thing or two.
Monday, March 24, 2014
Nehemiah 12 - God Needs You
Nehemiah 11:1-13 We all know that we need God in every moment of our lives. But today Mike says that God needs us! Here what we learn from Nehemiah about this.
Nehemiah 11 - The Right View of Dedication
Nehemiah 10:29-31 Are you dedicated to serve the Lord? Have you wandered away sometimes and needed to re-dedicate yourself? Hear today if God has a different view of dedication.
Friday, March 21, 2014
Nehemiah 10 - True Spirituality
Nehemiah 9:1-13 The spiritual life of a believer is important. How do we become closer to God? We can learn some things from the book of Nehemiah.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Nehemiah 09 - Maximum Joy
Nehemiah 8:1-18 Do you like parties? Ever wonder if God likes parties? In this passage we see believers celebrating. See what we can learn about really having joy in the Lord.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Nehemiah 08 - Miller Time
Nehemiah 7:1-5 Life is hard. Often, we feel the need to complain. Mostly, it is because we see the difficulty but not the reward in life. Nehemiah faced this and taught how we can have a good attitude when going through difficult circumstance.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Nehemiah 07 - The Subtle Obstacles
Nehemiah 6:1-15 Sometimes when trying to move forward there are things working against us that we don't always realize. How do we deal with the hidden challenges? Mike reveals things we can learn from Nehemiah.
Monday, March 17, 2014
Nehemiah 06 - How to Prevent Conflict
Nehemiah 5:1-13 No one wants confrontation or disagreement. How does one deal with it? In this ancient book of Nehemiah we can learn some important lessons. Mike reveals some practical principles here.
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Nehemiah 05 - When Opposition Comes
Nehemiah 4:1-9 When you want to do anything great for God, you will encounter opposition. How do we handle it? Listen to Mike explain how Nehemiah handled opposition.
Nehemiah 04 - How to Build a Wall
Nehemiah 3:1-32 It is always better to have a good team. Nehemiah had one. Mike talks about what it takes to make something great.
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Nehemiah 03 - After Prayer What?
Nehemiah 2:1-8 We should always pray before we expect God to lead us to do something, but what do we do next? Mike talks about what Nehemiah did and how that can help us know our plan of action.
Monday, March 10, 2014
Nehemiah 02 - How to Get Your Prayers Answered
Nehemiah 1:4-13 Everyone wants to have their prayers answered. Believe it or not we can learn a lot from a man how lived thousands of years ago. Hear what we can learn from Nehemiah in regards to getting prayer answered.
Sunday, March 9, 2014
Nehemiah 01 - Can a Has Been Be Again?
Nehemiah 1:1-3 No one likes to fail. But at times it happens. Today we start a series on a man who redeemed himself and accomplished a great thing for God through faith.
Friday, March 7, 2014
Psalm 19 - Do You Want to Grow
Psalm 19 - Mike explains how in this Psalm we can learn how to grow in our relationship to God.
Thursday, March 6, 2014
Romans 44 - Getting Life Right
Romans Review - Mike reviews the whole book of Romans to put the book in prospective.
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Romans 43 - Praise Our Powerful God
Romans 16:25-27 Do you take a moment to give thanks each day? Do you just express your thanks or do you really reflect on who God is? Paul ends with an expression of praise that Mike elaborates on.
Monday, March 3, 2014
Romans 42 - Kiss Some -- Avoid Others
Romans 16:17-24 How affectionate is your church? Do they greet strangers? Do they tell them how glad they are there? How affectionate should a church be? Mike jumps into this topic today.
Romans 41 - What a List of Names
Romans 16:1-27 For most people, a wonderful thing about Christmas is hearing from old friends. Paul in Romans sends greetings to friends and we learn more about Paul. Hear what Mike has to share.
Friday, February 28, 2014
Romans 40 - What is Your Ambition?
Romans 15:14-33 Do you have any goals in your life? Paul had goals. Mike talks today about the kind of ambition that God wants you to have.
Thursday, February 27, 2014
Romans 39 - The Solution to Doubtful Things
Romans 15:1-13 Christians can have disagreements with each other. Some issues are vital to agree on, such as the Gospel and the Resurrection. Other issues are not. Learn today what Paul says about the gray issues.
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Romans 38 - How to Handle the Overly Scrupulous
Romans 14:11-23 There are some people who want to be everyone else's business. Often you find them at church. Paul talks about these kind of people in the passage today in Romans.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Romans 37 - The Debate Over Doubtful Things
Romans 14:1-13 Some people get upset about little things. How people dress or look make some people upset. Paul dealt with that problem in the first century. How do you deal with things that bother others? Mike shows the solution.
Romans 36 - The Believer's Motivation
Romans 13:11-14 Some people sleep through life. They drift through what happens and are slow to react to problems. Paul talks about us being awake. Listen to Mike discussing our motivation to love.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Romans 35 - Christian Citizenship - Within the State (Part 2)
Romans 13:8-10 Are you a law abiding citizen? Most people would say yes. Today Mike talks about an aspect of the law that most people don't abide by. Hear what law you might be breaking.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Romans 34 - Christian Citizenship - To the State (Part 1)
Romans 13:1-7 What is the Christian's relationship to the government? We are of a kingdom that is not of this world, but still live in a society with laws and governing authorities. Mike fleshes out the Christian's duty to government.
Monday, February 17, 2014
Romans 33 - True Love (Part 2)
Romans 12:9-21 Mike continues in Romans 12, the greatest passage explaining love in the Bible. If you ever wanted to know how the Bible defines love you should hear what Mike has to say today.
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Romans 32 - True Love (Part 1)
Romans 12:9-21 The most important virtue in the Bible is love. Do we really understand what that is and how to do it? Mike opens up the complexities of Christian love.
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Love 03 - The Ultimate in Love
John 13:1-20 Someone once said that love is an action word. In the Bible, love is not about a feeling but what you can do for someone else. Today Mike talks about Jesus' example of love to the disciples.
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Love 02 - Reach Out And Touch Someone
Colossians 4:7-17 People should be the highest priority in our lives. Often things and obligations become more urgent. Today Mike reminds us that people and our relationships with others should glorify God.
Love 01 - A More Excellent Way
1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Paul writes the most inspiring passage on love in the Bible. Mike gives us its deeper application in this cornerstone passage on love.
Monday, February 10, 2014
Romans 30 - The Appropriate Response
Romans 12:1-6 Now after 11 chapters of Paul explaining the foundation of our salvation. Knowing now the sacrifice and depth of love God has for us, Paul now explains our appropriate response.
Romans 29 - Does God Have a Future Program for Israel?
Romans 11:11-24 Have you made your vacation plans this year? Most people think far ahead when planning. God does too! Mike goes over God's plans for Israel in the future.
Romans 28 - Is God Finished with Israel?
Romans 11:1-10 Where does Israel fit in? God had made everlasting promises to Israel in the Old Testament. Do those still apply today now that the church exists? Mike dives into this important question in his message today.
Friday, February 7, 2014
Romans 27 - What Does It Take For People to Be Saved?
Romans 10:14-21 Most people think that for someone to be saved it is very clear, faith in Jesus as their savior. But something more is needed. Hear today what Paul says is the necessary ingredient for someone to be saved.
Romans 26 - Are People Not Saved Because They Are Not Elect?
Romans 9:30-10:13 The Bible teaches that we are chosen by God from eternity past. But does that mean that people who want to trust Christ can't because they were not chosen? Mike tackles this tough question in this message.
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Romans 25 - Objections to God's Sovereign Elections
Romans 9:14-29 It says, "God will have mercy on whom he has mercy." What does that mean in regards to someone's eternal destiny? Is salvation solely God's determination? Mike goes through this important passage.
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Romans 24 - Is God's Side Losing?
Romans 9:6-13 We know that there are spiritual forces that oppose God. Is he losing? Today Mike dives into this controversial topic.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Romans 23 - The Jewish Question
Romans 9:1-5 The Old Testament says Israel who were chosen by God to be God's people. Jesus created the church to be a people after God. Do the promises of the Old Testament to the Jewish people still get fulfilled after Christ has created the church? Learn what Mike has to say.
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Romans 22 - How Good is the Guarantee of Glory
Romans 8:31-39 Have you ever done something wrong and feel that God cannot forgive you? Mike speaks today about what can come between you and God.
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Romans 21 - The Agony and the Ecstasy
Romans 8:18-30 Did you know that God can help you in your daily life? Life is filled with troubles. Learn today how the Holy Spirit assists you through them.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Romans 20 - The Obligation and Opportunity
Romans 8:12-17 The Bible teaches we are part of God's family now. We are adopted by Him. Mike now addresses the opportunities we have now that we are God's sons and daughters.
Monday, January 27, 2014
Romans 19 - What is the solution?
Romans 8:1-11 Leave it to God to properly find a perfect solution to mankind's problem. Mike clearly shows how the sin problem and the Law is finally dealt with.
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Romans 18 - What IS the problem?
Rom. 7:13-25 Who is responsible for your sin? Is it you or God? Is it your parent's fault? Paul explains the party responsible for your sin. Hear Mike explain this.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Romans 17 - Is the Problem the Law?
Romans 7:7-12 When Adam was in the garden and was asked by God why he hid, Adam responded, "The woman YOU GAVE ME was the reason." Can we blame our sin on the Law that God gave? Mike goes into this issue.
Romans 16 - What Does Not Being Under The Law Mean?
Romans 7:1-16 In America, a teacher might ask a class to explain what is freedom. How do you explain that? Mike goes over what freedom from the Law means.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Romans 15 - Shall We Sin Because We Are Not Under The Law
Romans 6:15-23 If you were told there were no longer any more laws, no governmental authority that was going to enforce the law, would you go out and break them? Mike dives into that kind of question in the study in Romans.
Monday, January 20, 2014
Romans 14 - Shall We Sin So That Grace May Be Displayed
Romans 6:1-14 After Paul's presentation of salvation through grace, there are objections that he wants to address. Is this just an excuse to sin? Mike explains Paul's answer.
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Romans 13 - You Can Really Live
Romans 5:12-21 Can really the acts of one man change the world? The Bible says so. Listen how Mike explains how you can be changed through the actions of one person.
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Romans 12 - The Benefits of Justification
Romans 5:1-11 Most people rejoice in knowing for sure that they will go to heaven. But is there something more? Mike goes into the benefits of justification that many people miss.
Romans 11 - Model of Faith
Romans 4:17-25 Abraham is presented by Paul as the model of faith. Mike discusses things in his life which we can emulate.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Romans 10 - The Proof of Justification by Faith Alone
Romans 4:1-16 Is there a place in the Bible that clearly says we don't need to be good enough to go to heaven and only need to trust Christ? There is, and Mike is discussing that passage today.
Monday, January 13, 2014
Romans 09 - Man's Only Hope of Heaven
Romans 3:21-31 People are always looking for role models. Whether in sports or entertainment, people like to imitate others style and actions. Paul says in this section that we have Abraham as an example. Learn what we can imitate from this hero of faith.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Romans 08 - The Awesome Conclusion
Romans 3:7-20 Do you feel like you have lived a good life, not really sinned against anyone too badly, not really committed a major wrong against anyone? If you feel like you have done what it is necessary to please God, you might want to hear today's message.
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Romans 07 - But I Have an Advantage
Romans 3:1-8 Does a Jewish person have an advantage before God? After all, they are called God's chosen people in the Hebrew Scriptures. Mike addresses this.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Romans 06 - But I Am Religious
Romans 2:17-29 There are many who have a religious heritage. There are those who for generations have served God. If you are born into that kind of family, is that enough to please God? Hear what the passage has to say about that.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Romans 05 - But I'm Righteous
Romans 2:1-16 When most people are asked why they should get into heaven, they usually say they have kept the 10 commandments. But are we really able to be righteous enough? Mike addresses that in his message today.
Monday, January 6, 2014
Romans 04 - Man's Great Problem
Romans 1:18-32 Many believers ask the question about people who are not able to hear about Christ. They ask how can it be fair that some who have not heard would go to hell. Mike answers that question in this message.
Romans 03 - Are You Embarrassed?
Romans 1:16-17 What keeps people from sharing the Gospel? Is it as simple as the fear of rejection? Mike takes on this important problem today.
Thursday, January 2, 2014
Romans 02 - Are You Ready?
Romans 1:8-17 The Gospel is the most important message any believer in Jesus can share. However, many believers are not able to explain it or even know what to say. Mike explains the importance of sharing the Gospel.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Romans 01 - What Are You Doing Here?
Romans 1:1-7 Ever have anyone ask you, "What are you doing here?" I am sure at some point we all have. Today Mike takes that common question and dives into its spiritual significance.
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