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I Am The Way The Truth And The Life Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 26, 2026

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Man is searching for a way to know God, and most of the time this search is in all the wrong places, ways and people, but Jesus clearly says that He is the only way to God the Father.

I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE Opening 1. Share of a time when you got lost because you were not sure of the route to some place. Background Jesus had begun what I call the Sermon at the Table (Last Supper) where He had washed the feet of all of His disciples, He had foretold His betrayal, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Genesis 15:6, Matthew 7:13-14, Romans 1:16-17, John 17:15-17, John 1:14, John 18:37-38, John 1:4, John 4:10, John 6:27, John 6:33, John 8:12, John 10:9-10, John 11:25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 8, 2026

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Not only did Jesus proclaim that in Him was resurrection from the dead and eternal life, but He proved it by Himself rising from the dead, so that all who put their faith in Him could be raised to life at his return and live forever with Him.

I AM The Resurrection and The Life Jn. 11:1-27 Background Till now we’ve looked at the following four I AM declarations by Jesus – I AM the Bread of Life, (Jn.6:35), I AM the Light of the world (Jn.8:12), I AM The Door of the Sheep (Jn.10:7) and I AM The Good Shepherd (Jn.10:11,14). Today we’re ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-27, Matthew 12:1-7, John 11:28-44, 1 Corinthians 15:35-57, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22, 2 Corinthians 5:5 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 23, 2026

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In this declaration Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd, comparing Himself to the bad shepherds, who care nothing for the sheep but care only for themselves.

I AM The Good Shepherd John 10:11-30 Recall a Time Think of a time when either you risked your life to rescue someone or someone risked their life to rescue you The Good Shepherd, The Owner and the Hired Hand Jn.10:11-13 - “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep. 12 ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-30, John 6:44-45, Revelation 1:8, Revelation 1:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am The Door Of The Sheep Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 22, 2026

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This is the 3rd I Am declaration of Jesus where He introduces Himself as the Only One through whom one can enter the Kingdom of God or The Church or the Body of Christ.

• How did you enter the building today? How do thieves usually prefer to enter buildings? • Turn to your neighbour and tell of a time when you entered or exited a room any other way than the door and why? Background Jesus has just healed the man who was born blind and after the man was questioned ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10, John 9:39-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

02 - I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 15, 2026

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In this darkened world, it's sometimes easy to wonder if there's any light left in it at all. While Jesus was on the earth, He said that He was the light of the world. He then said that His believers - referring to the church, that we are now the light of the world.

Background Jn.8:2-12 – “Now early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people came to Him; and He sat down and taught them. 3 Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, 4 they said to Him, “Teacher, this ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-12, Leviticus 20:10, Deuteronomy 22:22, John 8:13-30, John 8:31-36, John 8:45-59, John 9:1-5, Matthew 5:14-16 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

01 - I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 9, 2026

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Jesus, the Bread of Life satisfies all our deepest longings and appetites like no one else could ever do. He promised that if we fed on Him, we would have eternal life.

Bread in the Bible Bread is referred to in the Bible in different contexts • Sustenance and Provision Bread was often referred to as God’s sustenance of and provision to His people both in the wilderness during the wanderings as well as at other times as well. Bread was a staple food for the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35, Matthew 4:4, John 6:22-71, Psalm 78:23-25, John 4:15, John 20:29, Deuteronomy 8:3, John 4:13-14, Isaiah 54:13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 7 - Letter To The Church At Laodicea Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jun 4, 2025

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This message is based on the Letter to the Chruch at Laodicea

Letter # 7 – Letter to the Church at Laodicea Revelation 3:14 - “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write, ‘These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God:’” The Lord Jesus begins by introducing Himself to the church at Laodicea as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, John 1:1-3, Romans 12:1, 1 Peter 1:6-7, 2 Peter 1:5-9, Mark 8:31-33, Matthew 8:23-26, Mark 10:13-16, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Revelation 20:4, 1 Corinthians 6:1-3, Daniel 7:27 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 6 - Letter To The Church At Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 30, 2025

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This message is based on the Letter to the Church at Philadelphia as found in Rev.3:7-13

Letter # 6 – Letter to the Church at Philadelphia Revelation 3:7 – “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write, ‘These things says He who is holy, He who is true, “He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens’” Jesus begins by introducing Himself ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, 1 Peter 1:13-16, John 14:6, Matthew 5:11-12, 2 Peter 3:8, Revelation 21:1-4 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 5 - Letter To The Church At Sardis Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 19, 2025

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This is a sermon on the letter to the Church at Sardis

Letter # 5 – Letter to the Church at Sardis Revelation 3:1 - “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write, ‘These things says He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars: “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead.” The Seven Spirits of God Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Revelation 1:4, Revelation 4:5, Revelation 5:6, Revelation 8:1, Hebrews 1:14, Matthew 26:41, 1 Corinthians 16:13, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Corinthians 11:31, Hebrews 12:12, Matthew 12:20-21, Matthew 5:48, 1 Thessalonians 1:5, Romans 1:16, Hebrews 2:1-4, Matthew 24:42-44, Hebrews 3:7-15, Isaiah 61:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 10:28-31, Matthew 10:32 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 4 - Letter To The Church At Thyatira Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 16, 2025

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This is a sermon on the letter to Church at Thyatira

Letter # 4 – Letter to the Church at Thyatira Revelation 2:18 - “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write, ‘These things says the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and His feet like fine brass:’” Son of God As Jesus commences His letter to the Church at Thyatira, He introduces ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, Matthew 3:16-17, Matthew 17:15, Revelation 19:12, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 2:9, Revelation 22:16 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 3 - Letter To The Church At Pergamos Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 29, 2025

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This is a message on the third of seven letters by Jesus to the churches. In this message we look at the Letter to the Church at Pergamos.

Letter # 3 - Letter to the Church at Pergamos Revelation 2:12-13 – “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My name, and did not deny My faith ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Revelation 1:16, Hebrews 4:12-13, Ephesians 6:17, Numbers 26:1-3, Numbers 31:16, 2 Peter 2:15-16, Jude 1:11, Psalm 78:25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 2 - Letter To The Church At Smyrna Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 28, 2025

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This sermon deals with the letter to the Church at Smyrna

Letter # 2 – To the Church at Smyrna Revelation 2:8 – “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write, ‘These things says the First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life:” The First and The Last In the letter to the church at Ephesus, Jesus begins by introducing Himself with the phrase, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Revelation 1:8, John 1:1, 1 Corinthians 15:12-19, Matthew 5:11-12, Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 2:17-24, Romans 8:18, Romans 8:38-39, Luke 22:31-32, Matthew 28:20, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Revelation 20:14-15 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

#1 - Letter To The Church At Ephesus Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 11, 2025

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This is a message on the letter to the Church at Ephesus. In this letter, Jesus commends this church for a lot of things, but also reprimands them for their focus on service to Him over a love for Him.

Letter # 1 – To the church at Ephesus Revelation 2:1-3 “To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, ‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2 “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Ephesians 5:27, Revelation 1:15, Revelation 1:20, Ephesians 2:8-10, Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 13:24-30, 1 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 7:7, Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Revelation 2:14-15, Galatians 5:25, Revelation 1:13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

1 Peter 5:1-14 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 21, 2023

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In today's study, Peter exhorts Pastors to carry out their God-given responsibilities faithfully and sincerely. He goes on to encourage submission and humility in the church, and to be aware of the wiles of the enemy, and finally reminding us that God will see us through any suffering we face.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/CpKqfExuYbY For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/32bqojNlaSd5pTNHf2gfL9?si=a5a5d23b31a743d4 1 Peter 5:1-4 The elders who are among you I exhort, I who am a fellow elder and a witness of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14, Romans 8:18, James 1:12, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Kings 19:14, 1 Kings 19:18 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

1 Peter 4:12-19 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 14, 2023

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In today's study Peter talks about what our response to suffering should be, and how we should rejoice and glorify God in the midst of all our trials

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – 1 Peter 4:12-19 For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – 1 Peter 4:12-19 1 Peter 4:12-16 12 Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; 13 but rejoice to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19, Luke 12:48, Luke 19:26, Mark 10:28, Proverbs 11:31 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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