Living Word Family Church Sermon Podcast

Fire releases stored energy, in doing so, it gives off light, heat, and power. God wants His church (you and me!) to be a firestorm in the earth that destroys the work of the devil. Tonight we'll look at some examples of people in God's Word who were on fire for the Kingdom. We need the baptism of the Holy Spirit and FIRE for the Kingdom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

It's useful, during a fast, to focus on our own spiritual development, but one of the things we learn as we get into the habit of prayer is that we have the privilege of bringing the power of God into the situations of others. What a joy it is to know that the God who loves us and makes promises to us is unlimited in His capacity to heal, deliver, and prosper ALL who call upon His name. and that H...

As we begin week 2 of our church-wide 21 day fast, let's take a fresh look at why we do this. We know it doesn't impress God; it doesn't earn us anything from Him. Does it supercharge our prayer life? Does it make us holy? Let's take a closer look at what God's word actually says about fasting, what it DOESN'T say about fasting, and let's allow His word to provide the motive and answer o...

The mind is the control center of your life. If you control your mind, you control your destiny. The things we set our minds on, soon become behaviors. Our carnal minds are selfish and cause us to separate ourselves from God. We must continually renew our minds and draw close to Christ. "For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live accord...

For some people, coming off the busyness and the legitimate preoccupation of celebrating Christmas produces a kind of postpartum depression. After the decorations, presents, company, and feasting, it can be hard to go back to the daily grind. But the word of God has plenty to say about that. We, as believers, can and must go about our daily tasks, even the mundane ones, with a sense of purpose and...

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As we embark on a new year, what goals would God set for us? He has laid out, in His Word, certain expectations for us to live up to. But what does following those expectations look like? In today's message, we'll look at all of the necessary ingredients to having a successful year with the Lord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesus was born, the scripture tells us, "when the fullness of time had come". We may find it easy to criticize those in Judea at the time for not recognizing their Messiah. They longed for the Messiah, but, as we have seen over and over again, they weren't prepared for Him to come as He did. They had some very specific ideas of what the Messiah should be and do, but He turned many of those no...

"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" That really is how many feel about the Christmas season. But even during this time of giving, decorating, singing, feasting, and otherwise celebrating, there are people suffering. Sickness, bereavement, debt, and a host of other circumstances can quickly rob people of the joy of the season. On a larger scale, is it even appropriate to celebrate when so m...

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It is no accident that Jesus arrived on the scene when Israel was under foreign rule. Roman rulers allowed Jews to live and worship as Jews, but only under the ultimate control of Roman law and authority. They lived under the shadow of oppression. The birth of Jesus was a light on the horizon, and a fulfillment of prophecy. We, even today, are surrounded by darkness, but there is more than light o...

Tonight, Pastor Mike uncovers a transformative truth that lies within John 15:11. In this verse, Jesus invites us into a profound revelation—that His very words are intended to be the foundation of our joy. As we continually confess the truths of what we possess in Christ and echo the magnitude of what God has done for us, our joy becomes a steadfast, internal compass that guides our actions, deci...

Mary, the mother of Jesus, obviously holds a special place in the observance of Advent and the Christmas story. Some traditions elevate her to almost a fourth member of the Trinity, and others, perhaps, tend to make too little of the extraordinary role she played in the incarnation of the Word. Join us as we take a fresh look at Mary! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our journey as Christians, we are called to embrace a profound sense of joy that transcends circumstances, a joy rooted not in fleeting situations but in the unwavering promises and character of our Heavenly Father. Despite this divine invitation to abundant life and overflowing joy, we often find ourselves allowing the challenges and trials of life to overshadow the Joy of the Lord. John 10:10...

Sometimes, after all the preparation and celebration that go hand-in-hand with a major holiday, a kind of post-partum depression sets in. Sometimes, we move straight into fretting mode getting ready for the next big thing. It's a busy time of year; how do we accomplish all our tasks and still find peace, still find joy, and still bring glory to God in the middle of all of it? Hosted on Acast. See...

Is there a difference between being thankful and giving thanks? And if there is, how important can that difference be? The Bible has a lot to say about the power of our words. Life and death are in the power of the tongue! Join us as we take a look at the power of thanksgiving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanksgiving, gratitude, thankfulness; we know these are to be part of what makes up our Christian character, but it strikes us, sometimes, as being of less importance in the grand scheme of things than things like holiness, being full of faith, boldness, and so on. Scripture indicates, however, that thankfulness is a core quality of the believer, and that UNthankfulness is a dangerous indication...

Day to day, we need to focus on how God has been good to us. Paul never allowed his circumstances to keep him from being greatful for what God has done in his life. "As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, 7 rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving." Colossians 2:6-7 Hosted on Acast. See acast....

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This morning we'll look into the biblical time-frame of the final (last) Trumpet wherein the dead in Christ rise and those who are alive and remain are changed in the twinkling of an eye. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this thought-provoking message, Pastor Mike delves into the idea that God calls us to walk through life with intention and precision. Drawing a clear distinction between two types of individuals—the thoughtless, careless, and uncaring "fool" and the thoughtful, caring, and spiritually minded "wise person"—we're reminded of the importance of making every moment count. This message serves as a po...

It is commonly asserted that the primary reason Jesus performed miracles was to authenticate His preaching, His teaching, and His Messianic claims. His miracles certainly did that, but do the scriptures truly indicate that healing miracles served mainly as an apologetic? Was there another reason or motive? The answer may surprise you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

In this inspiring and faith-enriching message, we delve into the unwavering faithfulness of God in answering our prayers. Drawing from The Word, we explore the transformative impact of prayer and how God's promises are fulfilled through His steadfast love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we continue to look at the role our faith plays in receiving healing, we need to look at how our understanding of love affects our understanding of faith. Love is what makes faith work, and our faith in God is rooted in our knowledge of God's love for us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Mike shares a message on the importance of prayer, especially in the context of current events and challenges faced by Israel and the world. He emphasizes the need for Christians to be vigilant, to stand in the gap, and to pray for peace and understanding. Pastor Mike encourages us to be strong in faith, to put on the whole armor of God, and to pray fervently for the well-being of individua...