Living Word Family Church Sermon Podcast

We began last week to explore the vital connection between prayer and evangelism; today we will take a closer look at what to pray, and the awesome power of those prayers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight, Pastor Mike addresses the importance of the church family getting involved and the importance of ministry in reconciliation and spreading the gospel. He encourages us to live out our faith as 'salt and light' while addressing distractions and fear as barriers to witnessing. Personal spheres of influence are emphasized for sharing faith, alongside the need for resilience and devotion to Go...

We can learn a lot from the early preachers of the Gospel. There is more to their success than just being filled with the Holy Spirit; more to it than knowing Jesus, even. We need to take the time to see what they prayed about, and explore what God has said to us about being ready and qualified to preach the good news! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a good time of year to think about freedom. Liberty. Independence. But as believers in Christ, we must focus on what we are freed FOR, not just what we are freed FROM. And those things are often at odds with western society's notion of freedom. Let's take a look at what freedom means in the context of the great commission! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are hundreds -perhaps thousands- of outreach programs and evangelistic strategies to help us reach the lost. But there is no more effective evangelist than men and women who simply know their Lord. What we must do, once we know Him, know His promises, and know His commands, is PREACH! It's not enough to know; you have to let people know you know! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

For over ten years, Pastors Perfeto and Lisa Esquibel have ministered to thousands of people in Fort Worth, TX. They have achieved this through the teaching of the Word of God, street witnessing, biker rallies, children’s outreaches, dramas, Spanish services, prison ministry, Bible College, feeding and clothing the homeless, and providing clothing, bedding, and toiletries to families in need. Thro...

In challenging times, understanding one's identity in Christ is crucial. Pastor Mike emphasizes the importance of renewing the mind to align with God's will and avoiding worldly influences. He highlights the power of words and the need for accountability in how we speak. Pursuing excellence in all endeavors and prioritizing faith in God are key themes, encouraging a victorious life in Christ while...

Jesus spent three years pouring His life into the disciples, especially the Twelve. Of course, Jesus knew they still had more to learn, but He told them to go into the world and start preaching. He didn't tell them to wait until they had all the answers, until the New Testament was written, or anything like that. But He DID tell them to wait for one thing... and that one thing would change everyth...

A personal story about a memorial service for a 93-year-old brother-in-law illustrates the power of faith and the importance of witnessing to others. Pastor Mike emphasizes renewing the mind, referencing Romans 12:2, and the transformative journey of becoming more like Christ. He encourages changing thoughts to align with God's word and inspiring us to live for Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

In recent weeks we have labored to understand that our salvation rests SOLELY on our faith-filled response to the finished word of Christ. But as we grow in Him, we need to sink our teeth into the meat of the word, and that means taking His commandments seriously.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is more to "Live the Gospel" than walking in the blessings of the covenant, which we talked about last week. Obedience is still required, even though we are no longer under the law. Jesus said that if we love Him, we will keep His commandments. But there is another aspect to obedience, and it is absolutely wrapped up in evangelism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Words play a crucial role in determining outcomes, as highlighted throughout God's word. We are encouraged to declare our identity in line with the truths of scripture. Pastor Mike emphasizes faith's role in overcoming challenges. Tonight, we also discuss the significance of testimony and the authority in speaking God's promises. As well as stressing the impact of words on our reality. Hosted on A...

What does it mean to "live the Gospel"? Part of it is to recognize what God has promised (remember: the Gospel is "good news"!) and learn to enjoy the blessings of the relationship we have with Him through Christ. We have a responsibility to know what is promised to us, and to do what is necessary to appropriate those promises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Relying on supernatural power is essential for navigating life's challenges. Warnings from scripture highlight the importance of knowing God's word to avoid deception. Pastor Mike discusses Jesus' baptism and empowerment by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing overcoming temptation through scripture. He also covers the Holy Spirit's role in guiding believers, the significance of church unity, and the expe...

Everything we do and preach as believers in Christ must be grounded in what we believe, and what we believe must be grounded in scripture. In order to prepare ourselves to respond to the great commission, we need to examine some of the key beliefs we profess as a church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have the opportunity to hear from God. And many of us would say we desire to. But once we DO hear from Him, then what? We need to think through the appropriate response to revelation from the Lord. How do we position ourselves to receive it, and how do we steward it WHEN received? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our vision statement at Living Word is "Live the Gospel; Preach the Gospel". Before we live it and preach it, though, we need to know it. What is the Gospel, and what does it mean to live it?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Before He ascended, Jesus gave His disciples what is known as The Great Commission. There are details in the great commission worth exploring, but if you had to distill it down into three words, those three words would be "Preach the Gospel". We are beginning a new series that I believe God is going to use to fill us with a renewed passion to reach the lost, and we are going to start with a fresh...

Tonight, Pastor Mike emphasizes the significance of Easter Resurrection Day and salvation through Jesus. He discusses the importance of fighting the good fight of faith and knowing the Word of God to avoid deception. Pastor Mike highlights the transformation into a new creation in Christ, along with believers' roles as ambassadors for reconciliation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

It is vital for believers to understand the sufficiency of Christ's finished work on the cross. If we don't, we will struggle all our lives trying to be good enough, trying to do enough, and forever falling short. Once we begin to grasp the nature of the victory Jesus won, though, we can serve Him confidently, joyfully, and effectively! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Assoc Pastor Mike Mack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The ministry of Jesus culminated in the crucifixion and resurrection. As we have been learning in this series, there were other sacrifices He made before the ultimate sacrifice (What He left), and other gifts He gave before giving His life (What He Gave). Now let's look at what Jesus carried with Him before He carried the cross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.