Living Faith Missionary Church

Have you ever felt like you are carrying the crushing weight of past sins, convinced you’ve crossed a line God won’t forgive? Or maybe you’re watching someone you love spiral into darkness, wondering if they are beyond saving? In this message, we dive deep into the shocking, soul-shaking story of King Manasseh—the absolute worst king […] The post From Idols to Altar appeared firs...

The greatest tests in the Christian life don’t always come during the crisis—they often come after God answers prayer. In this sermon, The Pride That Precedes a Fall, we walk through King Hezekiah and the moment he “shows his treasures” to Babylon (2 Kings 20:12–19; 2 Chronicles 32) and learn how pride can hide behind […] The post Pride That Precedes a Fall appeared first on Living Faith Mis...

Imagine standing on the wall of Jerusalem with 300,000 people behind you — men, women, children — all depending on you. And stretched out before you, as far as you can see, is the most powerful army on earth: Assyria. Their general is mocking your God, threatening your people, and promising to slaughter everyone. What […] The post One Angel. 185,000 Soldiers. They Didn’t Stand a Chance...

In 2 Kings 17, we witness the final chapter of the northern kingdom of Israel. King Hoshea — the nineteenth and last king — sat on a throne already marked for destruction. Though he was “less evil” than the kings before him, his divided allegiance and catastrophically bad decisions brought an entire nation to its […] The post The Last King and the Last Chance appeared first on Li...

King Ahaz is terrified. Two armies march toward Jerusalem. In his darkest hour, God makes an extraordinary offer: “Ask me for a sign—anything, deep as hell or high as heaven—to prove I’m with you.” But Ahaz refuses. Instead, he looks sideways to political alliances, pagan gods, and false altars. His refusal changes everything. This powerful […] The post Looking Up Or Lookin...

What do you do when you’re waiting for a promise that hasn’t been fulfilled yet? In Week 3 of “Poetic Promises: God’s Story from Eden to Emmanuel,” we discover that the answer isn’t resignation—it’s radical joy. For 700 years, Israel waited for the Messiah. They didn’t wait silently or passively. They sang about Him. They […] The post Rejoicing...

The Jewish people waited 700 years for the Messiah. They didn't just survive—they were sustained by the promise. What does that teach us about our own seasons of waiting? Watch this week's sermon on waiting on God's promises with radical hope. The post Waiting on God’s Promises: Finding Hope in Darkness appeared first on Living Faith Missionary Church .

What if Christmas isn’t primarily about the gifts we receive—but about the gift we give? Join us as we explore the Victorian poetry of E.U. Cook’s “The First Mortgage” alongside Paul’s stunning declaration in 2 Corinthians 8:9: “Though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you by His poverty might […] The post What Does Christmas Really Co...

When life falls apart and the empty chairs at your table remind you of loss, how do you give thanks? This message explores the life of the prophet Habakkuk, who faced total devastation yet declared one of Scripture’s most powerful statements of faith: “Yet I will rejoice in the Lord.” Whether you’re grieving a lost […] The post When Thanksgiving Feels Impossible appea...

King Jotham looks like a success story. He’s faithful, he builds, he strengthens his kingdom, he respects spiritual boundaries. By all external measures, he’s one of the good kings. But then Scripture reveals something that changes everything: he tolerated spiritual compromise he never addressed. This powerful sermon reveals the danger of partial obedience—the spiritual equivalent [&#8...

When Cycles Accelerate: The Collapse of a Kingdom and God’s Unshakeable Hope King Pekah inherits a broken system and makes it worse. Instead of breaking the cycle of violence, idolatry, and compromise that plagued Israel for generations, he accelerates it—leading his nation into military defeat, mass exile, and ultimate collapse. Yet even in this darkest […] The post Broken Trust &#038...

God kept His promise 700 years ago in Bethlehem. But what now? In this message, we explore what it means to be a promise-keeper—not just someone waiting for God’s promises, but someone bearing them to a broken world. Jesus didn’t leave us as spectators. He left us as ambassadors, bound by covenant to represent His […] The post From Chaos to Christ appeared first on Living Faith M...

When power corrupts, nations crumble—and so do we. In this powerful sermon, we examine the dark reign of King Menahem in 2 Kings 15 and discover three critical truths about power, compromise, and redemption. Pastor explores how unchecked authority leads to brutality, how spiritual compromise enables political corruption, and how the sacrificial power of Jesus […] The post From Violence to Vi...

In a world gripping with political instability and violence, this timely sermon examines the ancient story of King Shallum—a ruler whose entire reign lasted exactly 30 days. Drawing from 2 Kings 15:13-15, this message reveals the spiritual crisis behind political chaos and points us to the only King whose throne will never fall. The post When Power Becomes Poison appeared first on Living Faith Mis...

Are you searching for lasting joy in your life? After 40+ years of pastoral ministry, one question comes up again and again: “How do I find true joy?” In this powerful message, Pastor Mike Gilbert reveals the biblical secret to experiencing complete, unshakeable joy—even in life’s darkest moments. In this sermon, you’ll discover: ✝️ The […] The post Finding Complete J...

Have you been praying for healing and wondering why God hasn’t answered yet? In this powerful sermon, we explore the story of Jesus healing the paralytic in Luke 5:17-26 and discover profound truths about God’s healing power in our lives. In this message, you’ll discover: ✝️ Why spiritual healing is even more important than physical […] The post Finding Physical and Spiritu...

In a world full of chaos—from government shutdowns and political turmoil to global unrest—it’s easy to feel unsettled. But what if ancient history holds the key to hope? Join us as we explore the shocking story of King Zechariah, Israel’s shortest-reigning king who lasted just six months before his assassination. This forgotten leader from 2,700 […] The post From Dynasty to Disas...

What’s the most dangerous thing that could happen to you spiritually? Most people would say suffering—but what if the real danger is actually success? This powerful sermon on King Uzziah from 2 Chronicles 26 reveals a shocking truth: success is often more spiritually dangerous than failure. Discover the tragic story of a young king who […] The post When Success Becomes Your Greatest En...

Why do bad things happen to good people—and why do good things happen to bad people? This powerful sermon tackles one of life’s most confusing paradoxes through the shocking story of King Jeroboam II from 2 Kings 14. Here was a king who worshipped idols, oppressed the poor, and ignored God for 41 years—yet experienced […] The post The Puzzle of Prosperity appeared first on Living Faith...

Discover the life-changing truth about wholehearted obedience to God in this powerful sermon based on the story of King Amaziah from 2 Kings 14 and 2 Chronicles 25. Half-hearted obedience is not obedience at all—it’s rebellion dressed up in religious clothing. This message will challenge you to examine your walk with Christ and surrender every […] The post God Doesn’t Grade on a...

Discover the powerful biblical truth about complete spiritual victory vs. partial victories that keep you trapped! Are you settling for crumbs when God offers you the whole feast? This life-changing sermon from 2 Kings 13 reveals why King Jehoash struck the ground only three times and lost complete victory over his enemies – and how […] The post BREAK FREE From Spiritual Compromise: Wh...

Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of defeat? Today’s sermon explores a rarely discussed chapter of the Old Testament—2 Kings 13:1–9—and invites us to reflect on Israel’s struggle under King Jehoahaz. Despite Israel’s persistent sin and spiritual decline, God’s grace breaks through, offering mercy, hope, and deliverance. Discover how the story of Jehoahaz mirrors […] Th...

Will Your Faith Endure? A hope-filled message from 2 Kings 11 on how God preserves His promises, raises a remnant, and gives a new heart that stands when mentors fade and culture shakes. Discover how to build resilient, Spirit-empowered faith that endures when godly influences are removed. The post Will Your Faith Endure? appeared first on Living Faith Missionary Church .

Have you ever celebrated a public victory but struggled with private compromise? In this sermon, we encounter the dramatic rise of King Jehu—a leader whose fierce zeal toppled Jezebel and demolished the idols of Baal, yet left the golden calves of convenience untouched.   Why do we sometimes destroy obvious idols while protecting hidden ones? […] The post Untouchable Idols appeared firs...

Who you listen to determines where you go. We’ve all witnessed someone make a life-altering decision and wondered, “What were they thinking?” Whether it’s relationships, career moves, or everyday choices, the company we keep—and the advice we heed—shapes our trajectory more than we realize. Today’s message unpacks the story of Ahaziah, the young king of […] The post Fatal Family Whisphers ap...