Lakeview Missionary Church Sermons

Life is tough and can be filled with hard decisions and difficult news. In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about Rehoboam and the pros and cons of his actions and answer to the Israelites. He shares with us the dark blot in the history of Israel, how Rehoboam forsook the wise council of the elders and listened to friends around him, and how the people reacted to his harsh answer. What does s...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about three major sins we need to be aware of and avoid in this passage found in 1 Samuel. He shares with us the difference between 'knowing of' God and 'knowing and following' Him. He breaks down the ways Hophni and Phinehas were disregarding the laws of the people, and how they would not listen to their Godly father, Eli. How did their ign...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about Micah, the idol his mother had made, and how worldly possessions became first in his life. He breaks down three 'Uh Oh' moments that were in direct contrast to the religious practices and how it violated certain principles. Finally, he talks about the actions of the Tribe of Dan and what happened to Micah's attitude after they took his pri...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about identifying a wicked person. He breaks down the passage of Gideon’s son Abimelech, and how Israel went against the true God and worshiped a false one. He shares the difference between Allegories, Fables, and Parables, and how the prediction of Shechem’s doom was a Fable. Finally, he shares how God sent a spirit to protect Israel, and how that was diff...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher dives into Joshua and shares the passage about Achan: When a Small Sin has a Severe Consequence. In this passage, Christopher talks about the dangerous side of sin. He breaks down the gloom of Israel, and why/how the mood of Joshua changed. He talks about the dismay of their commander, and the questions Joshua had for God, along with God's answer. Finally, he tal...

Sometimes we are thrusted into exciting responsibilities, whether it is a new baby, job, or purchasing a home. We also have certain responsibilities when we commit to following God. In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the behavior of Christians, and how it should be different in comparison to non-believers. He breaks down what it means to be reconciled with God, and how we can gain that...

This is the brief devotional from our Christmas Eve service. Thanks for listening. LAKEVIEW MISSIONARY CHURCH 810 S. Evergreen Dr. Moses Lake, WA 98837 509-765-5270 www. LakeviewMissionaryChurch.com Pastor Christopher sends a weekly update to our church every Wednesday with an encouraging article, prayer requests, and announcements. Subscribe here, http://eepurl.com/hC7SHD Scripture taken from the...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher finishes up his sermon series of 1 Thessalonians. He breaks down the difficulties of goodbyes, and how they can be heartfelt, important, and even painful. He shares with us the meaning and source behind Paul's sanctification, exhortation, and limitations, and what it means to treat believers as equal. Finally, he talks about the different theologies about a perso...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the different aspects of a Christian life and the language of learning how to behave. He breaks down recognizing the spiritual leaders in our lives all while keeping the praise towards God. He shares with us the importance of patience, because God is never in a hurry. Finally, he talks about the internal joy we can have when living our Christian life....

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about what believers can do to prepare for Christ's return. He breaks down the five metaphors Paul uses in Chapter five, and shares what it means to be alert and sober. Christopher also talks about the substitute Christ was for sinners, and how we can encourage and build up other believers. What are three directives Paul gives to believers to prepare for Ch...

What is the common knowledge, the characteristics, and the completeness of the day of the Lord? In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the return of the Lord and what it means for non-believers. He talks about Historical figures who tried to predict the exact day of the return of the Lord, and what the definition of 'The Day of the Lord' really is. What are the two similes that Paul uses i...

The end of the world is a topic believers and non-believers often think and talk about. In this sermon, Pastor Christopher breaks down the letter Paul wrote to the Thessalonians referring to the return of Christ. He talks about the sequence of Christ's coming, and in what order believers will ascend with the Lord. He touches on the usage of the word Rapture, and also talks about The Shout, The Voi...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the deeper theology found in Paul's teaching. He talks about the return of Jesus and the ways Paul brought comfort to the worried and grieving people in concern with their dead. He breaks down the metaphor Paul uses when describing the dead, and what Christians know about the afterlife in comparison with non-believers. Finally, he talks about the sour...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the meaning behind purposeful actions. He breaks down Paul's challenge to the Thessalonians, and what it means to work at love and love working. Paul first complements the Thessalonians on their practice of brotherly love and then gives three ways they can improve it: Slowing down, sticking to their own issues, and working with their own hands. Pastor...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about Passion for Purity and the importance of sexual purity. He breaks down three tasks Paul instructs the Thessalonians to do: stay away from the participation of sexual impurity, how important it is to prepare and prevent sexual sin, and how to protect others from being led into that sin. He talks about the statistics of how many people, including believ...

As believers, we work hard in our faith. In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about Paul's gratitude towards God concerning the Thessalonians' good works. However, even though the Thessalonians were thriving in their faith, Paul shared that upon his next visit, he could complete what they were lacking. Christopher also talks about the two different kinds of love in the Greek language, and whic...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the importance of ministering to new, or young, believers. He breaks down why Paul sent Timothy to Thessalonica, and how Timothy was to Strengthen and Encourage the Thessalonians. He also talks about Paul's teachings on persecution, and how it is our destiny. Finally, Christopher shares how seasoned believers should protect new believers and help them...

Have you ever forgotten someone? Or maybe you miss someone you don't see anymore? In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about Paul's letter to the Thessalonians about his absence in visiting them, and how much he desires to be with them. Christopher breaks down Paul's heart, hinderance, and hope, along with the definition of fellowship and how important it is to commune with other believers. He...

Thanks for listening to this week's sermon. In this message we learn that when God's appointed leaders share God's word with integrity, people receive the Word as authoritative, people walk and live in a way worthy of God's call, and people experience suffering as God's other followers have. LAKEVIEW MISSIONARY CHURCH 810 S. Evergreen Dr. Moses Lake, WA 98837 509-765-5270 www. LakeviewMissionaryCh...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the resources of ministry, and what every Christian needs to be prepared for when witnessing. He breaks down the importance of knowing contextual issues, especially in referring to Scripture, and how we can prepare for people’s questions. He shares about Paul's wording to the Thessalonians, what it meant for God to 'search one's heart', and the tribul...

We continue our series, "Comfort About the Coming" from 1 Thessalonians today. In this sermon Pastor Christopher shows how the church in Thessalonica was making a difference and he helps us learn how we-Lakeview Missionary Church-can make a difference as well. LAKEVIEW MISSIONARY CHURCH 810 S. Evergreen Dr. Moses Lake, WA 98837 509-765-5270 www. LakeviewMissionaryChurch.com Pastor Christ...

Pastor Christopher begins a new sermon series going verse-by-verse through the book of 1 Thessalonians. In this first message he explains the beginnings of this church and how we can recognize a church that has began. LAKEVIEW MISSIONARY CHURCH 810 S. Evergreen Dr. Moses Lake, WA 98837 509-765-5270 www. LakeviewMissionaryChurch.com Pastor Christopher sends a weekly update to our church every Wedne...

What do we as Christians use to cope with stress? Do we use material possessions, or do we turn to God? In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about God's purpose for our lives even in tough times. He breaks down the distinction of the Trinity, and how each member of It works in the life of a believer. Finally, he talks about the predestination of every Christian, and how we can seek God&#39...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher addresses the one thing everyone has in common: The fact that we all sin. With this sin comes certain ways we can act on it. Do we bottle it up, or do we share it with people? In this passage, Christopher breaks down the cooperation, the investigation, and the resolution of the people who have sinned and married outside of the faith. He shares how Ezra confesses...

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about divorce, and what the Bible says about this topic. He breaks down the Covenant, and what Ezra's next step was in reference to mixed marriages. Finally, he shares with us the specific consequences revealed, and the meaning of 'church discipline'. Why did the people weep after Ezra expressed his feelings? What are the 'sometimes statemen...