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    How Do You Define Success? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 28, 2015
     | 8,124 views

    Learning from Jesus how to be successful in His work.

    “Someone in the crowd said to [Jesus], ‘Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.’ But he said to him, ‘Man, who made me a judge or arbitrator over you?’ And he said to them, ‘Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Christ's Sake?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 7, 2015
     | 5,359 views

    The life of the disciples must be lived for Christ's sake and not for the disciple's comfort.

    “[Jesus] began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and the chief priests and the scribes and be killed, and after three days rise again. And he said this plainly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. But turning and seeing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Advantage Of A Godly Home Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 15, 2015
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     | 10,407 views

    Children raised in a godly environment are advantaged in learning of Christ the Lord.

    “I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.” [1] The way of salvation is taught by godly people; but the Spirit of God must make the dead individual alive in Christ. We cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fan The Flame Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 21, 2015
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     | 10,499 views

    Disciples must refresh commitment to serving from time-to-time. This is accomplished through renewal of service to the Lord Christ.

    For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.” [1] For many Christians, perhaps even for most Christians, the memory of immediate changes that accompanied the new birth lingers in the hallowed halls of treasured events. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit God Gave Us Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 28, 2015
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     | 6,436 views

    A study of the Holy Spirit, noting His relationship within the Holy Trinity.

    “God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” [1] “God gave us a spirit…” It is a truly divine mystery—the Spirit of God hallows the body of each believer. This tabernacle, this body of frail flesh that is even now decaying and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    But Christ Has Been Raised From The Dead!

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 4, 2015
     | 4,800 views

    The resurrection and its impact on the life of the believer.

    “If Christ is proclaimed as raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Responding To Threats Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 17, 2014
     | 6,669 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

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    Fight The Good Fight Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 24, 2014
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     | 12,698 views

    Paul instructs the elder in broad strokes to exert himself to excel. In these instructions is a pattern for all who pursue the Master if they will honour Him.

    “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.” [1] Six commands are issued in the final statements of this vital missive to a young theologue. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Until He Comes Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 6, 2014
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     | 7,694 views

    Knowing who is served is essential for finishing well. The man of God must faithfully fulfil His appointment until Christ returns.

    “I charge you in the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who in his testimony before Pontius Pilate made the good confession, to keep the commandment unstained and free from reproach until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, which he will display at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Who Dwells In Unapproachable Light Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 14, 2014
     | 12,234 views

    A study of God so that we may worship in Spirit and truth.

    “I charge you in the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who in his testimony before Pontius Pilate made the good confession, to keep the commandment unstained and free from reproach until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, which he will display at the ...read more

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    A Charge To The Rich Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 20, 2014
     | 4,721 views

    Paul instructs Christians who possess wealth their responsibility in employing what God has entrusted to them.

    “As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure ...read more

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    Careless Words

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 21, 2014
     | 6,634 views

    Speech betrays the heart. Thus, Jesus cautions those who will follow Him to review their words.

    “I tell you, on the Day of Judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified and by your words you will be condemned.” [1] Columnist Michael Coren advocated a revival of judgemental attitudes. He wasn’t suggesting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    More Powerful Than Prison Bars

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 26, 2014
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     | 6,058 views

    Prayer is the divine means to access the power of God.

    “I, Paul, myself entreat you, by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—I who am humble when face to face with you, but bold toward you when I am away!—I beg of you that when I am present I may not have to show boldness with such confidence as I count on showing against some who ...read more

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    The Secret Of Contentment In God's Service

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 4, 2014
     | 8,060 views

    Elusive as a will 'o the wisp, contentment is the heritage of God's people. Paul provides practical instruction for believers to find contentment in their service to Christ.

    “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I ...read more

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    And Be Thankful

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 11, 2014
     | 13,587 views

    Christians are to be thankful. The message is encouragement from the Apostle to the Gentiles to remember to exhibit gratitude.

    “And be thankful.” [1] Only three English words comprise our text; but the text is assuredly appropriate on this Sunday before our national Day of Thanksgiving. It serves to remind us of one of the essential characteristics marking the person who knows the Living God. I have often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist