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May 1, 2015

Building an Environment of Faith

Is there a blueprint for faith. If so, what is it? I'm reading a small book by Kenneth W. Hagin called, “Blueprint for Builing Strong Faith.” Its more or less a pamphlet that you can get for $2, or .99 on a kindle. What are You Surrounded by? Is what you are doing, what you ... Read more
April 3, 2015

The Prodigal Podcaster Returns

Maybe it was every preacher I saw telling me how God can do everything (he can), and they he wants to give me everything I want, but when life didn't turn into a paradise for me I got upset. I started to pull away from God. My attitude hit new lows. Nothing improved by moving ...
Aug. 3, 2014

Becoming Bold

Today guest host Tyler Smith of morethanonelesson.com where they discuss movies from a Christian point of view is coming on to the microphone to share his thoughts on Matthew 25 and the parable of Gold. There are those that think the owner here was a bit harsh, but as Christians, we are entrusted with a ...
July 7, 2014

How to Build Your Faith

Wanting a stronger faith is not new. In Luke 15 it states, “5 The apostles said to the Lord, “Give us more faith!”” Romans 10:17 states: “17 So faith comes from hearing the Good News. “ James 1:22 states, “22 Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” 1st Corinthians 10 ...
June 9, 2014

You, Spouse, and God

In Luke we know that Jesus is not a fan of divorce. 18 “Whoever divorces his wife and marries another woman is not faithful in marriage and is guilty of sex sins. What Do You Get From Marriage? You get the opportunity to practice forgiveness – in some cases alot. With this in mind, you get ...
May 21, 2014

Why Is There So Much Crap In My Life?

3 Let us thank the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It was through His loving-kindness that we were born again to a new life and have a hope that never dies. This hope is ours because Jesus was raised from the dead. 4 We will receive the great things that we have been promised. They ... Read more
May 11, 2014

What My Mother Meant To Me

My mother died on April 27, 1989. I was 24 years old. Six years later I was asked to share a message title' What my mother meant to me.” Here on mother's day I decided to share it with you. It was originally recorded on a cassette deck (hence a little hiss). My mother was ... Read more
May 5, 2014

Death Where is Thy Sting?

1st Corinthians 15: 5“Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” My father passed away April 5th. On his way to heaven he stopped by my Aunt's room and told her he was leaving, and he wasn't in pain any more and not to worry. I'm not sure how people with ...
March 23, 2014

Yes YOU DO Meditate and I Can Prove it

Today I point out that even if you think meditation is stupid, you meditate on things every day. Its those thoughts that shape the way you think and act. Many times its negative. Today we talk about replacing that bad habit with a new one. God Will Never Write You Off While your family ...
March 11, 2014

New Shows Coming 3-17 – Enjoy Matt

I wanted to let you know that I'll be back next week. I've had some serious technical challenges with some of my websites. I strongly urge you to stay faithful in reading the word. Mayble I'll record some from my car. In the meantime, enjoy Matt Goss and the song “I'm here to praise.”
Feb. 28, 2014

Today Could Be The Day

Today we look at Matthew 24 Here Jesus does not paint a pretty picture of your life as a Christian: 6 You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. 7 Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom ...
Feb. 27, 2014

Practice What You Preach

Today in Matthew 23 Jesus tells us to practice what we preach. Today we see Jesus stand up to the rulers and say “These guys are hypocrites, snakes, blind, etc..” WOA. Here again, we see how Jesus does NOT like hypocrites. Proverbs 23 4 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; do not trust your ... Read more
Feb. 27, 2014

Silence Your Critics

Today's scripture is from Matthew 22 Today we try to imagine what a pain in the butt it was to be stalked by the Pharisees. Every time he turned around, there they were trying to trick him. In the end, because he knew the bible, he was able to silence them. We will see on
Feb. 21, 2014

Jesus Speaks – And It Happens

Matthew 21 Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. 3 If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.” 6 The disciples went and did as ... Read more
Feb. 19, 2014

That’s Not Fair

Today's lesson is on Matthew 20 and Proverbs 20 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard.2 He agreed to pay them a denarius[a] for the day and sent them into his vineyard. 3 “About nine in the morning he went out and saw others ... Read more
Feb. 18, 2014

Accept Your Agreement – Overlook an Offense

Today's scripture is Matthew 19 and Proverbs 19 Matthew 19 – Jesus Talks About Marriage When Jesus had finished saying these things, he left Galilee and went into the region of Judea to the other side of the Jordan. 2 Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there. 3 Some Pharisees came to him to test him. They asked, ... Read more
Feb. 14, 2014

God is Looking For You

Today we take a peak at Matthew 18 and Proverbs 18 We hear the seriousness of causing people to stumble. Jesus says if you are doing something to make yourself go down a wrong path, do whatever it takes to stop. Cut off your hand, your foot, your eye. That's pretty serious. Later we hear ... Read more
Feb. 3, 2014

The Compassion of Christ

Mathew 14 In Matthew 14, we hear how Jesus finds out about the death of John the Baptist and has to take a second to get away and be by himself. Jesus knows what its like to lose people. He understand the pain. When he comes back, he is greeted with a crowd. He doesn't ... Read more
Jan. 31, 2014

Work Smarter – Pride Leads to Strife

Today's scripture is Matthew 13 and proverbs 13. Here is what jumped out at me: Matthew 13 A farmer went out to sow his seed. 4 As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. 5 Some fell on rocky places, where it did not ... Read more
Jan. 29, 2014

With Me or Against Me? – Your Tongue Part II

Today we look at Matthew 12 and Proverbs 12. Here are the verses that jumped out at me. Jesus didn't really pull any punches. Here is saying, “Choose.” 30 “Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. 31 And so I tell you, every kind of sin ... Read more
Jan. 27, 2014

Holding Your Tongue

Today I look at Matthew 11 and Proverbs 11 Here are the verses that jumped out at me. 12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense, but the one who has understanding holds their tongue. 13 A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret. 21 Be sure of this: The wicked ... Read more
Jan. 20, 2014

Rewarding Faith and Wisdom

Today's scripture is Matthew 8 and Proverbs 8 where we see over and over is that Jesus rewards Faithfulness. 10 When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. 26 He replied, “You of little faith, why ... Read more
Jan. 17, 2014

Called to Do More Than Listen

Matthew 7 Proverbs 7 Judging Others 7 “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. 3 “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention ... Read more
Jan. 15, 2014

Invisible Credit – Don’t Be Near Sited

Today I felt that God was reminding us to be humble and not always look for rewards from people, but look and remember that God has our rewards waiting for us. Today's scripture is Matthew 6 and Proverb's 6. Matthew 6 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know ... Read more