Sermons on Mitchell Scates:

“let’s Take A Stand”

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jul 26, 2015

We need to be ready to have great energy for God, Serve God in mighty ways and pay the price for doing so.

I. Doing Great Exploits (Taking a Stand) means going to the foot of the cross. (Luke 23:50-56) - Joseph was at the cross when Jesus died as was the Centurion - Illustration # 2 ”Never getting over the cross” - This is where we get our boldness, energy, II. Doing Great Exploits (Taking ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Denomination: Baptist

God Owns It All

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jul 26, 2015

We need to remember where our blessing come from

Introduction: The earth is the LORD'S, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. Psalm 24:1 I. Remember where our blessings and provisions come from. (v.10) - This passage starts with an excellent piece of advice: when you are satisfied, content or fulfilled, your first ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Why Preparation For Prayer Is Important

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Aug 6, 2015

We need to make sure we are not heading into prayer with confused, deceived, and clutter minds.

I. To clear away a deceived mind. - (Rev 12:9 And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world—he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.) - Sober means to have or show a very ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Redemptive Act Of Salvation

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Aug 6, 2015

Just what is Redemption?

I. Salvation is always immediate. A. This is expressed by the regeneration of our (s)pirits. (John 3:6; I John 5:13) B. This is expressed by the indwelling of the Holy Ghost. (Ephesians 1:13-14) C. This is expressed by the future promise of Christ to return for us. (John 14:2-3) II. Redemption ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

When God Writes A Book

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Oct 26, 2015

In Malachi 3, God wrote a Book of remembrance of those who spoke of Him. I want to be in that book.

LET’S READ MALACHI 3 VERSES 13-18 Your words have been stout against me, saith the Lord. Yet ye say, What have we spoken so much against thee? 14 Ye have said, It is vain to serve God: and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinance, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

“rebuilding The Wall” Chapter I Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Just as Nehemiah lead his people to rebuild Jerusalem we can follow his example in revitalizing our churches.

I. Nehemiah wept for the condition of Israel. (Vs. 1-4a) A. They were survivors of a great tragedy. B. They were in great distress. C. They were under reproach. D. Their home was destroyed. II. Nehemiah committed to prayer and fasting. (v.4b) A. We need prayer when the situation is bigger than ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah "Rebuilding The Walls" Chapter 2 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Nehemiah “Rebuilding the Wall” Chapter 2 I. Nehemiah began preparations. (Vs. 1-16) A. Nehemiah made an appeal to the King B. Nehemiah surveyed the problem II. Nehemiah communicated the why. (v. 17) A. To relieve the distress of the nation B. To remove the reproach of the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah - Rebuilding The Walls Chapters 2:18-4:6 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Nehemiah - Rebuilding the Walls Chapters 2:18-4:6 Introduction: Illustration of “Not success but faithfulness” I. They discovered God’s will (v. 2:18) - Illustration of “The will of God” A. God’s hand was on them B. How God provided C. They decided to follow ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah - Rebuilding The Wall Chapter 5 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Nehemiah - Rebuilding the Wall Chapter 5 I. The New Opposition – Internal Difficulties. (vs. 5-11) - Poverty - Famine - Heavy Taxation - Families disrupted - Heavy Interest on Loans - Internal Discord II. The Resolution (vs. 12-13) - Confession - Repentance - Commitment III. The ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding The Walls Nehemiah Chapter 6:1-16 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Rebuilding the Walls Nehemiah Chapter 6:1-16 Introduction: Satan often will oppose the work of God by attacking His leaders. *Note-Do not forget this wall building was the will of God! I. The Physical Assassination Plot. (vs.1-4) A. They tried to draw him away from his work. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding The Walls Nehemiah 7-8 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Rebuilding the Walls Nehemiah 7-8 Introduction: Illustration “Visitation from God” I. Leadership needs to be faithful. (Vs. 1-2) - (1Co_4:2 Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.) - Jesus said the faithful servant will be blessed (Matthew 25:21; 24:46; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding The Walls Nehemiah 9-13 “repentance Begins” Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Rebuilding the Walls Nehemiah 9-13 “Repentance Begins” I. They recognized who God is. (Vs. 9:1-15) II. Admission of past sins. (9:16-10:28) III. Repentance in action. (10:29-12:47) IV. Committed to obedience and Holy Living. (13:1-31) Conclusion: Grace Applied Document ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Healthy Church-Things We Should Know First Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

There are some basic things we should know about Spiritually Healthy Churches

Characteristics of a Healthy Church Matthew 16:18 Introduction: illustration “Frail Health” I. Why do we need to know what the spiritual health of the church is? 1. Good spiritual health is a sign of the true church. (Matthew 7:17-19) 2. An unhealthy church is an ineffective church. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Healthy Church 2 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Dec 15, 2015

Churches need to be Spiritually Healthy

Characteristics of a Healthy Church Matthew 16:18 - Acts 4 Introduction: “Never go to a doctor whose office plants have died.” - Erma Bombeck I. A Healthy Characteristic is a Church that Prays together. - "We are too busy to pray, and so we are too busy to have power. We have a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Healthy Church Matthew 3 Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Dec 15, 2015

Churches Need to be Spiritually Healthy

Characteristics of Healthy Church Matthew 16:18 - Ephesians 4:11-14 Introduction: Illustration of “Great Leadership” I. A Healthy Church is always equipping the Saints A. The primary equipper is the Pastor 1. This is accomplished through the regular preaching of the word. (I Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-14

Denomination: Baptist