Category Archives: Faith

Follow Jesus

Posted on April 13, 2018 by pastormike

In recent years we are hearing Christians describe themselves as “followers of Jesus,” instead of disciples of Christ. On the surface, the two phrases or descriptors are meant to mean the same thing. I must admit, while I use disciple … Continue reading →

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The Cross and Discipleship

Posted on April 10, 2018 by pastormike

In Matthew 16:21 we have a transition in the ministry of Christ.  He was nearing the end of His ministry and now was the time for Him to start zeroing in on His private ministry with the disciples. Jesus is … Continue reading →

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Ambiguity Over Hell

Posted on April 7, 2018 by pastormike

For those of us who are conservative Evangelicals, we have been wondering when Pope Francis would hit the headlines once again, with what would be on the surface, seem to be a break from Roman Catholic tradition and doctrine.  Well, … Continue reading →

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Emmaus Road

Posted on April 3, 2018 by pastormike

One of my favorite stories is the two disciples on the Emmaus road. I suppose the reason it so interests me is that it is so packed with all the components that spring up in life.  There is disappoint, unbelief, … Continue reading →

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The Disciples Fled

Posted on March 31, 2018 by pastormike

Outside of the Peter and “the other disciple,” probably John, after Jesus’ arrest, all the other disciples fled (Matthew 26:56b). Surrounded by His enemies, betrayed by one of His own, Jesus was now truly alone from friendly and loving contact … Continue reading →

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Iconic Messages

Posted on March 30, 2018 by pastormike

This last week of our Lord’s life was truly packed with depth as Jesus prepared His disciples for what was immediately ahead and what was yet to come in their future ministries. And as the apostle John focused chapters 13-14 on … Continue reading →

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Passion Week

Posted on March 28, 2018 by pastormike

With the inauguration of His ministry at the wedding feast in Cana, Jesus left Cana for the Passover in Jerusalem. Upon entering the Temple, He saw the money changers and temple merchants ( Matthew 21-12-16; Mark 11:15-18; Luke 19:45-46). And because … Continue reading →

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Triumphal Entry

Posted on March 26, 2018 by pastormike

For most Christian churches we have now entered “Passion  Week” and it starts off with the Triumphal Entry of Christ into Jerusalem.  We have now entered the climactic portion of the Life of Christ.  It is in this last week we … Continue reading →

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The Problem With Old Earth Theory

Posted on March 24, 2018 by pastormike

Here is an 8-minute video from “Wretched TV” with Todd Friel with well-placed excerpts from Dr. Al Mohler, President of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary as he spoke on the Old Earth Theory.  Dr. Mohler’s excerpts are a 2013 Ligioner’s Conference.  Don’t … Continue reading →

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Grace or Works Part 3

Posted on March 22, 2018 by pastormike

My early religious background taught that salvation was a process of obedience to the Church and what the Church taught about Christ.  It was also tied to church traditions, liturgy, and sacraments. There was a special emphasis that through the … Continue reading →

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