Bought Back Ministries

Jesus Christ died, went to the grave, and lived to tell about. Join me as I share the details of the most important event in all of human history.

After receiving such a severe beating and being scourged at a whipping post, Jesus was taken to a place called Golgotha, otherwise known as Calvary. There He was nailed to a cross, leading to immeasurable suffering. He died on the cross, thereby paying the sin debt that we owed to God but could not pay. I invite you to join me as we take a look at how Jesus purchased our salvation, and why we rejo...

We reach the stage in Jesus' journey where He was viciously beaten by Roman soldiers. Rejected further by His own countrymen, He was turned over to Pontius Pilate and the Roman system of justice. Pilate found no guilt in Jesus, yet the Jews demanded that Barabbas, a known thief and murderer, be released to them and that Jesus be crucified. Unable to sway the crowd, Pilate gave into them and ha...

Rejection is a hard pill to swallow for many people. No one wants to be rejected by anyone, especially close friends and loved ones. However, if we are devoted to Christ and are committed to sharing our faith with others, rejection is bound to happen. It hurts and is frustrating, but Jesus also endured rejection even by His own disciples. This episode focuses on how one of Jesus' closest disci...

As we continue our series, we see that Jesus is brought to the home of the high priest to appear before the Sanhedrin court. False witnesses were brought in by the court to testify falsely against Jesus for the purpose of convicting Him and sentencing Him to death. Join me to find out how Jesus handled this situation and His brilliant defense of His claim to be the Son of God.

The next phase of Jesus' journey involves His betrayal in the Garden of Gethsemane by Judas Iscariot, one of His own disciples. Weariness had overcome Peter, James, and John and instead of praying with Jesus, they fell asleep three times. The moment of betrayal came, however, and Jesus was arrested while all of His disciples fled in fear. Join me as I take a look at our commitment to Christ. A...

This episode begins a series within a series as we take a journey that only God could take. This journey begins in a garden called Gethsemane, where Jesus was found in deep prayer the night before His crucifixion. Join me as I trace the steps of Jesus on this journey that only God could take.

How exciting it is to know that Jesus has paid the debt that our sins brought us under. In this episode, we take a look at the first communion service as Jesus explains the significance of the bread and cup. His Body would be broken and His Blood would be shed the very next day as He gave His life so that sinners can be forgiven. Join me in this episode as we look at the ratification of the New Co...

What kind of worshiper are you? Do you look around and just do what everyone else is doing, or do you worship Christ with everything you have? Do you consider Jesus to be most precious to you, or would you sell Him out at first opportunity? In this episode, we compare two different people and their widely differing views of Jesus. This is a Tale of Two People.

Join me today for the final installment of the miniseries titled "The Shining of the Son." I discuss the fact of Christ's future return, not any man's theory. Jesus is returning to the earth, and He calls each one of us to be ready. Join me today as we conclude this exciting study before moving closer to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

We continue our study of the return of Jesus Christ, as the King comes from heaven to earth to rescue His people and judge the nations.

Our series pivots to one of the most controversial subjects in the realm of theological studies, and that is the last days and the return of Christ. In Mark 13, Jesus teaches about what will happen in the end times. In this week's episode, Jesus warns about spiritual deception, world war, and family betrayal. Those who serve Christ will be persecuted, but Jesus promises to always be with us no...

Giving to the Lord is an important aspect of the Christian life. This is often understood in relation to monetary giving. However, God wants more than our money. He wants us as individuals. He wants people who love Him and are willing to trust Him with everything that they have. This episode takes a look at a few people who gave to the Lord, but for very different reasons and much different amount...

In their latest attempt to entrap Jesus in a verbal web of deceit and manipulation, a lawyer asked Jesus which of all of the commandments was the greatest. Jesus' answer may surprise some people, but it cuts to the heart of human actions and motives. Join us in this episode as I unpack Jesus' answer to this lawyer.

In this episode, another group tries to entrap Jesus. This time, the Sadducees came to Jesus with a riddle that they though would expose Him as a false teacher. Jesus, however, masterfully refuted their presupposition that there is no resurrection. Listen in as we learn how Jesus unraveled the Sadducees ridiculous riddle.

The case against same-sex marriage continues as we look at a case example from Scripture that shows the destruction waiting for the nation that will accept and endorse homosexuality. The many excuses and demands for tolerance are dealt with as I make the final case and offer my closing arguments on this issue. Christians, we must take a stand even if it makes us unpopular and even hated. Pastors,...

A very strong and compelling case can be made against same-sex marriage. In fact, the case against it is much stronger than the case for it. Please join me in the first part of my case as I look at the Biblical, political, and social arguments that show that same-sex marriage is a bad policy and negatively affects any society that accepts and encourages its practice.

Celebrating sins such as pride and homosexuality have a devastating impact on society. People often look at homosexuals with pity and encourage them to "just do you." Scripture is clear, however, that homosexuality is an egregious sin against a holy and righteous God. God does not and will not bless a same-sex union. As the world dances and celebrates its pride in debauchery, my heart gr...

It is the month of June, which means that "Pride Month" is here. The problem is that pride is a sin that is roundly condemned by God. The Lord hates human pride because we have nothing to boast about outside of Him. It is a sad state of affairs when the world celebrates its pride in sin, debauchery, and rebellion against God. We need to repent of sin, not rejoice in it. Join me as I take...

Have you ever considered who you belong to? Scripture teaches that since we are created in the image of God that we belong to God. The Pharisees and Herodians tried to entangle Jesus in an unholy word trap, but Jesus turned the tables on them and proved that we belong to the Lord and we should give what belongs to Him. What belongs to Him? You and me.

We continue the lesson from the previous episode as Jesus tells a parable that exposes the greed of man and the rebellion in the hearts of many who try desperately to take God's authority over their lives awa y from him. A power play against the Lord is an exercise in futility, and Jesus gives a wide-open look at the condition of man's wicked heart.

The struggle for power and authority is as old as humanity itself. We like to be in control of not only ourselves, but in some instances we even want to be in control of God. This struggle took place when Jesus was alive on earth as religious officials were angry that He drove out the money changers from the temple. In this episode, we will take a look at the religious establishment's attempt...

In this week's episode, Jesus curses a fig tree because it did not have any figs. The fig tree represented the nation of Israel, who was spiritually barren when Jesus came to her. Condemning the wicked men who used the temple as a hideout for their sinful practices, Jesus cleared the "robbers" from the temple and stopped their wicked agendas. Israel had great anticipation for her Mes...

It is a great thing to know that Jesus Christ defeated our worst enemy, which is sin. He rode into Jerusalem on an unbroken colt of a donkey, indicating peace. As the people celebrated Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, their expectations of Him were skewed. They wanted a messiah who would overthrow their Roman occupiers and establish the kingdom of God on earth. Jesus, however, came to do battle wi...

Have you ever felt like people do not want you to outwardly praise and worship the Lord? Even in church, many times "religious folks" do not want any type of outward expressions of praise and worship. They even get upset if someone comes forward at the end of the service for salvation or healing. If anyone has ever tried to silence you, then please take encouragement from a man by the na...