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  • Michael Stark avatar

    A Church At The Mouth Of Hell Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 25, 2018
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     | 10,098 views

    A brief study of the church in Pergamum in which believers are commended for serving even where Satan dwells. However, toleration of evil people was already contaminating the congregation.

    “To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword. “‘I know where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. Yet you hold fast my name, and you did not deny my faith even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness, who was killed among you, where Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A No Win Situation

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 24, 2018
     | 8,283 views

    A study in the book of 2 Samuel 2: 1 – 32

    2 Samuel 2: 1 – 32 A no win situation 2 It happened after this that David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I go up to any of the cities of Judah?” And the LORD said to him, “Go up.” David said, “Where shall I go up?” And He said, “To Hebron.” 2 So David went up there, and his two wives also, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Living At The Centre Of The Universe

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 26, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,057 views

    Christians are secure in Christ. Because this is true, it behooves us to know Him--really know Who He is. The message explores Paul's revelation of Jesus as very God in his letter to the congregation in Colossae.

    [1] “[Christ] is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life At The Back Of The Cave

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 15, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,970 views

    How shall we respond when despondent or depressed? God may allow trials in order to drive us to Him. This study of Elijah's downfall seeks to encourage those who are depressed.

    “[Elijah] came to a cave and lodged in it. And behold, the word of the LORD came to him, and he said to him, ‘What are you doing here, Elijah?’ He said, ‘I have been very jealous for the LORD, the God of hosts. For the people of Israel have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Danger In Growing Strong

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 22, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,997 views

    Uzziah was blessed beyond measure ... until he grew strong. His life, and his actions when he grew strong, serve as a warning to the Christian to beware of depending on oneself rather than depending on the Lord.

    “In Jerusalem [Uzziah] made machines, invented by skillful men, to be on the towers and the corners, to shoot arrows and great stones. And his fame spread far, for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong. “But when he was strong, he grew proud, to his destruction. For he was unfaithful to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Practising Belonging Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 27, 2017
     | 4,984 views

    What is expected of new believers? The answer to this question is revealed through examining the life of the first congregation after the body was flooded with a multitude of believers following Pentecost.

    “Those who received [Peter’s] word were baptized, and there were added [to the Faith] that day about three thousand souls. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming A Man

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 17, 2017
     | 7,882 views

    A study of Proverbs 7, and the danger of sexual immorality.

    “My son, keep my words and treasure up my commandments with you; keep my commandments and live; keep my teaching as the apple of your eye; bind them on your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart. Say to wisdom, ‘You are my sister,’ and call insight your intimate friend, to keep you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anointed For Profit

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 12, 2020
     | 4,332 views

    Pastors and teachers are appointed to serve Christ and His churches. They lovingly tend His flock without thought of personal enrichment.

    “The word of the LORD came to me: ‘Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel; prophesy, and say to them, even to the shepherds, Thus says the Lord GOD: Ah, shepherds of Israel who have been feeding yourselves! Should not shepherds feed the sheep? You eat the fat, you clothe yourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What About The Younger Widows Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 15, 2014
     | 4,430 views

    Having provided instruction for establishing an order of widows, Paul proscribes enrolling younger widows and justifies his position.

    “Refuse to enroll younger widows, for when their passions draw them away from Christ, they desire to marry and so incur condemnation for having abandoned their former faith. Besides that, they learn to be idlers, going about from house to house, and not only idlers, but also gossips and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Family Responsibility Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 22, 2014
     | 9,000 views

    Balancing the responsibility of the family and the church for vulnerable family members is discussed.

    “If any believing woman has relatives who are widows, let her care for them. Let the church not be burdened, so that it may care for those who are truly widows.” [1] The Apostle admonished Timothy to instruct the congregation that they must assume responsibility for their own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What We Learn From Creation's Groanings Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,409 views

    The sorrow we experience as we witness the devolution of culture creates a longing for Heaven and for Christ.

    “I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Child's Responsibility To Parents

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 11, 2019
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     | 8,548 views

    A Mothers' Day message urging parents to instruct their children to honour them, and urging children to show honour to their parents.

    “Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old. Buy truth, and do not sell it; buy wisdom, instruction, and understanding. The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who fathers a wise son will be glad in him. Let your father and mother be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Would You Not Join The Church? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 3, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,452 views

    Christians are expected to unite with a congregation of the faithful in order to fulfil the ministry God assigns each follower of Christ.

    “Those who received his word were baptised, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Timothy: The Young Theologue Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 27, 2013
     | 7,425 views

    God’s preparation for service in the hard place is studied.

    “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, “To Timothy, my true child in the faith: “Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.” [1] Biographical studies can be about as exciting as watching paint dry. Nevertheless, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Responding To Threats Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 17, 2014
     | 6,734 views

    False teachers threaten the health of the Community of Faith, just as errant doctrine threatens the spiritual welfare of the people of God. The message considers how the elder is to respond to such threats.

    “But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.” [1] The people of God live under constant threat even to their lives. Jesus warned His people, “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist