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  • My Vision

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 11, 2007
     | 2,345 views

    This is the vision statement given by me at Church at the Mission before the congregation vote for the new Lead Pastor.

    Matthew’s Vision Statement for Church at the Mission (CATM) – November 11, 2007 I’ve been asked to share a little about my vision for CATM. Vision is an important thing. God says that without a vision, the people perish. Vision is partly a dream, partly a goal or objective; it is partly a ...read more

  • Fire On The Earth

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 17, 2013
     | 3,775 views

    We should understand that the fire Jesus wanted on the earth both purifies and activates Christians for mission.

    Twentieth Sunday in Course 2013 Fire on the Earth Fire on the earth, a baptism with which to be baptized, a shameful cross to be endured–those were the destinies that drove Jesus on as He fulfilled the Father’s will. Moreover, in our own ways those are the destinies that beckon us to ...read more

  • Called And Equipped Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 20, 2015
     | 6,619 views

    Jesus is baptized, called in to mission and ministry and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Our baptisms mirror Jesus'

    Matthew 3:1-17 “Called and Equipped” INTRODUCTION Time has passed quickly in the gospel story. Last Sunday our story focused on Jesus’ flight to Egypt with his mother and father. Jesus was about two years-old. Today the gospel reading is Matthew’s account of ...read more

  • Being Clever In The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 9, 2015
     | 4,555 views

    If we are led by the Spirit of God, then we will find clever ways to advance His mission on earth.

    “A humble people you will save, O Lord, and the eyes of the proud you will humiliate, because who is god other than You, O Lord?” The words of the Offertory antiphon we will hear in a few moments. What is the difference between pride and humility? Let’s consider the last words ...read more

  • Prayer Against Destiny And Potential Wasters

    Contributed by Sam Hunsu on Dec 8, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,852 views

    There are powers whose mission is to make sure peoples destiny and potential are wasted or render useless in life.

    There are powers whose mission is to make sure peoples destiny and potential are wasted or render useless in life. Your potential is your God giving abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness. While your destiny is your hidden power believed to control what will happen ...read more

  • Connecting With The World Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 10, 2016
     | 5,715 views

    Understanding your audience is important! But while it is EASY to see this in MISSIONS, we fail to apply this to evangelism!

    Let me share a fictitious story about two missionaries and their approach to missions. These two missionary couples are not real. Their stories however are very real and reflect a variety of common missionary situations. To add simplicity (and a small degree of good-heartedness) to our story, ...read more

  • The Movement Begins Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,469 views

    This message is about the birth of the church on the day of Pentecost. And we will look at - the mission, the message, the means and the movement.

    The Movement Begins! In the beginning God (the One who is, and was and is to come) created EVERYTHING… HE created; • Galaxies – millions of them • Stars – trillions • HE created our planet and He filled it with breath-taking beauty… sunrises, sunsets, oceans, mountains, rivers, streams, forests… ...read more

  • Muzzle The Dog And Pluck The Chicken

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 6, 2021
     | 1,708 views

    Do not insult the Holy Spirit by attributing to Him manifestations that do not match His character or mission.

    Isaiah 8:19  And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?  20  To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, ...read more

  • Remarkable Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Oct 2, 2019
     | 2,660 views

    We know this is our mission, but so few of us are leading people to Christ and discipling them.

    Remarkable October 6, 2019 Matthew 28:18-20 NIV Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them ...read more

  • Chronos - 1 Corinthians 5 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022
     | 938 views

    Sin is a corrosive to the mission of Christ because it ruins the person, the fellowship and the movement from the inside out.

    This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

  • Signs And Wonders Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 26, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,756 views

    Acts 5:12-16 shows us some keys to the accomplishment of the church’s mission.

    Introduction John MacArthur wrote these words: A perennial problem the church of Jesus Christ faces is a lack of focus on its mission (John F. MacArthur Jr., Acts, vol. 1, MacArthur New Testament Commentary [Chicago: Moody Press, 1994], 159). He goes on to note that widespread confusion exists ...read more

  • Virtues For Building A Church

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 257 views

    Your actions are about leading others to Christ, and thus fulfilling the Church’s mission to evangelize.

    Friday of the thirtieth week in Course 2024 In our daily lectio Divina with the sacred Scriptures, and especially with the letters of St. Paul, it is helpful to know what passage comes before and what comes after the reading. Today we are in Ephesians 4, which has beautiful and helpful advice on ...read more

  • Appreciating Your Pastor PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,451 views

    Encourages Christians to joyfully obey and support their spiritual leaders, recognizing their responsibility and aiding in the mission of Christ.

    Greetings, beloved family in Christ. Today, we gather under the sheltering wings of His grace, bound by a shared love for our Lord and united in our quest for understanding His divine Word. Our hearts are open, our spirits eager, and our minds ready to receive the nourishment that only the Bread of ...read more

  • Pilgrim’s Way

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 1, 2021
     | 2,459 views

    We all have family and friends who are members of the local church and may not be a member of the universal church. So I feel the need to teach a little on what it means to be a member of the universal church.

    In Matthew 16:18 Jesus said, "You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it." The church here refers to the universal church, which comprises all the redeemed believers who are born again by the Spirit, without limit of time ...read more

  • Why Do We Take An Offering Each Week? Series

    Contributed by Brent Baker on Sep 20, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 37,364 views

    we ask the question: Why? Why do we provide the opportunity for us to give financially? Equally as important, why do we give of our offerings when we have the opportunity?

    Date Preached _________ Where Preached ___________ Why Do We Do What We Do? Why Do We Take up an Offering Each Week? 1 Corinthians 16:1-4 When things are tight financially, you do what you have to do. A particular circus was having a bad year, and one Friday the owner called his troupe together to ...read more