Poetry Preach & Prose

This passage addresses a common misunderstanding of  God's law , clarifying that it is not meant to restrict but to liberate. It argues that the  "perfect law of liberty"  actually expands human freedom and happiness by providing a framework for healthy relationships built on faithfulness and trust. The author uses rhetorical questions and biblical references to illustrate how adhering to this law...

This text explores the fundamental idea that  God's law, specifically the Ten Commandments, is an expression of love in action . It posits that a society where these commands are followed would be ideal, characterized by  relational integrity  both with God and with fellow humans. The author argues that because  God's very nature is love , His law reflects this character and is therefore ...

This audio excerpt delves into the multifaceted background of the Apostle Paul to understand the influences that shaped his identity and message. It begins by examining a  second-century physical description of Paul from the Acts of Paul and Thecla , noting its likely fictitious nature rooted in  ancient physiognomics , the practice of judging character from appearance. The speaker contrasts this...

This audio lecture delves into the complex and enduring significance of the Apostle Paul within early Christianity. It highlights  Paul's controversial nature from the outset , as acknowledged even in the New Testament itself. The lecture emphasizes  the early recognition of Paul's writings as scripture , alongside the acknowledgment of their challenging content and the subsequent  heresie...

The provided texts explore the transformative power of Christ's love as articulated in 2 Corinthians 5:14-19, emphasizing its role in reconciling individuals to God and to others . This reconciliation involves a shift from self-centered living to living for Christ , a new way of seeing people beyond superficial judgments, and the creation of a new identity in Christ . Furthermore, the passages...

She left her water jar. Her vessel was overflowing.

Introduction

Snippits from a message by Eric Hansen. A poem based on that message by Dave Fairchild. For the full message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJAZP_FeBaE

The occasional sermon by pastor Fred by request of a friend. This is the story of a transitional time for King David. From slaying giants to defeating his tens of thousands. He is now being hunted and Nabal is the last straw. 

Preached in Harper one Sabbath. 

First Sermon in Wichita

Journey yo reconciliation

By Jenna Gibson

This is the introduction to the sermon I will be preaching this Sabbath.

My son is studying about Hellen Keller this week. She says another soul touched the darkness of her mind. You don’t have to have a physical impediment to relate to that. Listen below as we talk about the crusade against darkness.

What do you get when you combine Convocation and Valentines day?

Sometimes adversity has more to say to us than inconvenience. God may be opening a door for you or someone to walk through. 

Pastor Mike is preaching this Sabbath from Exodus 36:1-7 and the title of the message is “What could God accomplish through us if every member were debt free?” So I began to imagine. To owe no one, avoid no one, fear no one, what a feeling! In this episode, I explore the concept of a phrase I  call “debt to self.” It is a condition that makes debt collectors blush and can only be remedied in...

Birthday wishes 

I love cutting edge apps and innovative software. Right now I am memorizing Ephesians 3:16 through the best app I’ve seen within this category. It’s called Verses. For the class I teach at Midland I enjoy using classtools.net, Kahoots, Prezi’s, Pollseverywhere, Expalineverything. For podcasting I joined the beta tester group for a new software called Descript. You record your audio and it transcri...

Elon Musk is inventing a piece of technology that can be inserted in the brain to do some pretty cool stuff. I relate that in this episode to creativity now and forever.

Siri gives us her definition of what culture is. There is alot of truth in what she says. Listen to how students at Midland Academy begin the steps to changing their culture. 

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