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RETIRED 6/30/2021
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About Michael
  • Education: PhD in Hebraic Studies in Christianity, DMin in Christian Leadership, MDiv, BS
  • Experience: EDUCATION Bible Learning University, Albuquerque, MN April 2015 – July 2017; Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Hebraic Studies in Christianity Dissertation is “A Comparison Between Western/Greek and Hebraic Bible Study Methods” Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Charlotte. NC January 2004 – May 2008; Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) Project Thesis: “Pastoral Leadership styles and congregational dynamics in the Central PA Conference of the United Methodist Church MINISTRY EXPERIENCE Bibleinteract, Bible Research, Facilitator, Presenter, Video Producer October 2016 – Present Researcher, developer, and writer of commentaries on biblical books and theology. Creator of educational videos and classes. York District UMC, Instructor of the Advanced Lay Servants Classes 2015 – Present Creator and Facilitator of biblical and theological classes for Lay Servants and Lay speakers. Bethany Felton United Methodist Church, Pastor July 2014 – June 2021 (Retired from pastoral ministry 2021) Pastor of the Church includes preaching, teaching, and administrative functions required by the United Methodist Church. INTERNET ACADEMIC PRESENSE academia.edu udemy.edu researchgate.net slideserve.com sermoncentral.com
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  • A Warning Against Conflict

    Contributed on Oct 28, 2025
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    Why would Jesus tell us He came to cause conflict? It is actually a warning.

    A Warning Against Conflict Luke 12:49-53 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 49 “I have come to cast fire upon the earth; and how I wish it were already kindled! 50 “But I have a baptism to undergo, and how distressed I am until it is accomplished! 51 “Do you think that I came to provide peace on ...read more

  • Living Faithfully Even When No One Is Watching

    Contributed on Oct 21, 2025
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    Living faithful under the words of Gospel when no one is watching is the way Jesus wants us to live.

    Living Faithfully Even When No One Is Watching Luke 12:35–48 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 12:35 “Be prepared, and keep your lamps lit. 36 “You are also to be like people who are waiting for their master when he returns from the wedding feast, so that they may immediately open the door ...read more

  • I Want Treasures In Heaven!

    Contributed on Oct 14, 2025
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    Jesus tells us in Luke 12:22-34 to stop being so anxious about life's ups and downs. God takes care of us even when it is difficult to see.

    I Want Treasures in Heaven! Luke 12:22-34 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 12:22 And He said to His disciples, “For this reason I tell you, do not worry about your life, as to what you are to eat; nor for your body, as to what you are to wear. 23 “For life is more than food, and the body is ...read more

  • Grief Turns To Greed

    Contributed on Oct 7, 2025
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    Sadly grief turns to greed when it is discovered that there is money involved. Money is nice on Earth but is useless in heaven.

    Grief turns to greed Luke 12:13 – 21 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 13 Now someone in the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “You there—who appointed Me a judge or arbitrator over the two of you?” 15 But He said to ...read more

  • Humans Create Their Own Hell

    Contributed on Sep 30, 2025
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    Jesus said in Luke 12:1-12 that God is good and did not create Hell. Rather humans create their own Hell. An interesting thing to consider.

    Humans create their own Hell Luke 12:1-12 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 12:1 Under these circumstances, after so many thousands of people had gathered together that they were stepping on one another, He began saying to His disciples first of all, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, ...read more

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