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  • The Grace Of Giving

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 4, 2014
     | 5,848 views

    Exploring the grace of giving through a study of stewardship.

    “We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For they gave according to their means, as ...read more

  • Memorial For A Suffering Saint

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 7, 2014
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     | 5,803 views

    A contemplation of perseverance delivered to honour a woman who suffered for many years.

    “‘If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?’ Therefore let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.” [1] Heroes and heroines are seldom as we imagine they should ...read more

  • The Pastor's Relationships Within The Congregation

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 11, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,364 views

    Broadly addressing the relationship of the pastor with several groups within the congregation, Paul instructs Timothy in the conduct of his life.

    “Do not rebuke an older man but encourage him as you would a father, younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, younger women as sisters, in all purity. “Honor widows who are truly widows. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, let them first learn to show godliness to ...read more

  • Slouching Toward Bethlehem

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 18, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,929 views

    As the world moves toward judgement, opposed to the Faith and righteousness, how shall the child of God live?

    “I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. For the time is coming when people ...read more

  • Good Is Enemy Of The Best

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 25, 2014
     | 7,302 views

    Choosing what is best is often counter-intuitive. Christians are responsible to choose what is best.

    “Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him as a guest. She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to what he said. But Martha was distracted with all the preparations she had to make, so she came up ...read more

  • The Secret Of Great Giving

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 1, 2014
     | 11,634 views

    In commending the Macedonian Christians, Paul revealed the secret of great giving.

    “We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For they gave according to their means, as ...read more

  • Until He Comes Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,607 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

  • God Who Dwells In Unapproachable Light Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 14, 2014
     | 12,172 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

  • A Charge To The Rich Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 20, 2014
     | 4,658 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

  • Careless Words

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 21, 2014
     | 6,600 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

  • More Powerful Than Prison Bars

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 26, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,954 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

  • The Secret Of Contentment In God's Service

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 4, 2014
     | 7,978 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

  • Seated On The Throne Of David Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 20, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,098 views

    The birth of the Christ points forward to the day when Messiah shall reign from the Throne of David.

    “Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.” [1] Isaiah foresaw ...read more

  • A Christmas Meditation

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 24, 2014
     | 4,443 views

    Is Christ in a manger a decoration; or is He Lord of your life?

    “In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. And all went to be registered, each to his own town. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to ...read more

  • An Old Commandment That Is Now New

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 27, 2014
     | 5,189 views

    We may either love one another or hate one another; there is no halfway in this situation. God calls us to love. Failure to love is hatred.

    “Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment that you had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word that you have heard. At the same time, it is a new commandment that I am writing to you, which is true in him and in you, because the darkness is passing ...read more