December 8, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
“Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked.” Ps 1:1. Jesus said, “My sheep listen to MY voice and follow me.” He did not say, “My sheep listen to Oprah and find out how to live life.” He did not say, “My sheep get advice from TV or radio
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December 6, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
God’s Word is the agreement God has with all his followers. New Testament literally means “new covenant” or “new agreement”. This written contract between God and his people covers all aspects of our relationship with Christ. It covers who is responsible for what. It determines what obligations both parties have. It tells us about the
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November 27, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
1. I am fully forgiven and free from all shame and condemnation. (Rom. 8:1-2; Ephesians 1:7-8; 1 John 1:9) 2. I act in bold faith to change the world and my generation. (Joshua 10:12-14; John 14:12) 3. I have no fear or anxiety; I trust in the Lord with all my heart. (Proverbs 3:5-6; Philippians
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November 22, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
Jesus never used the word “Christian”. The word he used to describe those who belong to Him was the word “disciple”. In Luke 14:27 He said, “And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.” You can’t be a disciple unless you follow Jesus. And it’s impossible to follow Jesus
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November 17, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
Stress exists when we allow external circumstances to bring us internal anxiety. Demands and necessities put pressure on you which can lead to worry, fear, anxiety, stress. But the external pressures don’t cause stress. You have a choice. You can allow outward pressures to cause internal anxiety, or you can learn to be at peace
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November 4, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
Jesus said, “Listen! I am standing and knocking at your door. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in and we will eat together.” (Rev. 3:20) Christians often use this verse to preach to unbelievers. But this verse was not spoken to sinners, it was spoken to the church! God
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November 2, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
The Bible makes it clear you can worship the right God in the wrong way. Cain worshiped Jehovah, but his offering was not accepted. Jesus told us that when we offer true worship we must do it as he directs. (Jn. 4:23-24) The correct method of worship focuses on fellowship with God. The wrong method
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October 31, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
God is searching for true worshipers. He is looking for those whose hearts are turned fully to him. He is a jealous God and he looks for the undivided heart to dwell in. Honor the true God as your only God today. Worship him. Jn 4:23-24 “But the time is coming – indeed it’s here
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October 19, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
Belief without submission is meaningless. “Even the demons believe – and tremble!” (Jms 2:19) The demons cried out, “We know who you are – Jesus the son of God!” But while they acknowledged the person of Jesus, they disobeyed the purpose of Jesus. They believed and feared Jesus, but they still didn’t submit and surrender.
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October 12, 2011 | Mike_Admin_080412 | Make A Comment | Blog, Insights
We become like Jesus when we see Him for who He truly is. That’s why your view of God is the most important thing in your life. 1 John 3:2 “…when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.” Sadly, many in the church have a wrong view
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