The Church Within You!

This 3min episode informs those who are blessed by God not only turn from evil but also build their lives around the words of the LORD. They seek to obey God's will out of hearts that genuinely take pleasure in God's ways and commandments whereas the wicked perish because they refused to love the truth.  What motivates their actions are their redeemed spirits and emotions, captivated by the t...

What does the blessed person do? He/she delights in the LORD's instruction!  This 5m episode serves as an introduction to the entire book of Psalms. It contrasts the only two kinds of people recognized by God, each with a distinct set of life principles:   (1) The godly, who are characterized by righteousness, love, obedience to God's Word, and separation from fellowship with the wo...

Please note that this 17m episode provides you with a view of the O.T. Prophets, including their place in Hebrew history and as the men and women servants of the Most High. The Hebrew word for the Prophets is Ro'eh .  This Hebrew noun, translated as "seer" in English, indicates a special ability to see into the spiritual realm and foresee future events. The title suggests that the prophet was...

The Conclusion of Matthew 5's readings provides the listener with an inside view of the attitudes of the heart. In Matthew 5, Jesus took six important Old Testament laws and interpreted them for His people in the light of the new life He came to give. He made a fundamental change without altering God's standards:  He dealt with the attitudes and intents of the heart and not simply with extern...

This episode of the book of Matthew begins his account by giving Jesus' genealogy (Matthew 1) . He then tells of Jesus' birth and early years, including the family's escape to Egypt from the murderous Herod and their return to Nazareth.  The conception and birth of Jesus Christ are supernatural events beyond human logic or reasoning. Because of this, God sent angels to help certain people und...

This episode is taken from the Book of Isaiah 9th chapter verses 6 and 7. The prophet's announcement of the Child "Immanuel"!  The occasion of this prophecy, states Haley, is the invasion of Judah by the kings of Syria and Israel. They first attacked Judah separately, then together. Their object was to replace Ahaz (one of Judah's evil kings) with another. However, Ahaz appealed to the king o...

This episode of Matthew chapter 5 speaks of the heart in regard to adultery in the heart and of marriage which is supposed to be sacred and binding, but not always the case.   The marriage ordained by God: God's will for marriage is one mate, one marriage for life. To this Jesus gives an exception namely, "fornication." Fornication is marital unfaithfulness and includes adultery or any kind o...

The final readings of Matthew chapter 5 provide us as the hearers of the Word of Jesus His guidance in regard to Oaths, Going the Second Mile, and the importance of Loving Your Enemies.  Jesus not speaking against the administration of proper justice toward those who are evil. He is referring to loving one's enemies. We are not to react to the wrong done toward us in a spirit of hate, but in...

This episode speaks of murder that begins in the heart of man. The commentary of the Full Life Bible states; To call one in anger ... raca ... fool; Jesus is not speaking of righteous anger at those who are wicked and unjust but is condemning the vindictive anger that would unjustly desire the death of another. "Raca" is a term of contempt and probably means "empty-headed fool." To call a person a...

These verses of Chapter 5 of the Book of Matthew provide you an insight into The LAW... TO FULFIL. It is Christ's intention that the spiritual requirement of God's law is fulfilled in the lives of His followers (Rom. 3:31; 8:4). The believer's relation to the law of God involves the following points: 1. The law that the believer is obliged to keep consists of the ethical and moral principles of th...

This episode presents The Sermon on the Mount from the 5th chapter of the book of Matthew. The main theme in the Sermon on the Mount is true righteousness. The religious leaders had an artificial, external righteousness based on law. But the righteousness that Jesus described as a true and vital righteousness that begins internally, in the heart. The Pharisees were concerned about the minute detai...

The reading of Matthew 5:13 is the beginning of a series presented with commentary flow. Matthew 5 speaks of the Salt & Light. Salt is valuable to give flavor and to preserve from corruption. If salt should lose its saltiness, how can you make it salty again?  Hence, the believer and the church are to be godly examples in the world and to resist the moral decay and corruption that is evid...

Matthew 13:44 says this; The kingdom of heaven is like a [very precious] treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and hid again; then in his joy he goes and sells all he has and buys that field [securing the treasure for himself]. This episode of The Church Within You! , is presented by the men's meeting group of Iron Sharpen Iron out of Rochester, NY under the leadership of Bro. J.E. Booker....

This episode is one of prayer the prayer leaders and intercessors join together in prayer as they lift up those that are in need of healing, comfort, support, deliverance from hinderances in their lives.  In the book of Psalm 4:1 we can call upon Him, "Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have freed me when I was hemmed in and relieved me when I was in distress: Be gracious t...

This episode provides a view of the Limits of Wealth . This psalm stresses the futility of trusting in riches and the transitory nature of all this earth has to offer. The psalmist declares that the person whose life consists of an abundance of possessions of worldly pleasures or fame (Mat. 6:19-21); Luke 12:15), rather than in seeking after God and His kingdom, will perish (Ps. 49: 12-14, 16-17);...

This episode 4min episode asks a question in regard to correction from disobeying God or perfection when God helps us to grow.  Matthew 14:22 says, "Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, while He sent the multitudes away." Why was Jesus in such a hurry for everyone to leave? John recorded this reason: The crowd wanted to make Jesus King (J...

This is a very small (3mins) portion of the message "Stiff-necked People" ! described to be obstinate and difficult to lead. The Word describes these as having uncircumcised hearts and ears and always resisting the Holy Spirit. As God spoke to Moses, "I have seen these people, and behold, they are a stiff-necked people.  The message speaks to those that were serving idols, false gods, and sta...

Presented here is a message from three segments from my much earlier days of preaching the Word of God. This message is taken from chapter One of the Book of Acts.  Combined it's about 9mins in length. The message covers the differences in languages spoken yet they were able to understand one yet to another, it also speaks of the casting of lots after Judas' betrayal of Jesus to those seeking...

Exploring this 4m+ episode from the reading of the book of James. Whence come wars and fighting among you? The root cause of every war, internal and external, is rebellion against God. At the beginning of creation was perfect harmony, but sin entered the world, leading to conflict. Sin is lawlessness (1 John 3:4), and lawlessness is rebellion against God.  God graciously draws near to us when...

Welcome to this episode recorded from the LIVE broadcast of the Prayer, Praise, & Worship Power Hour service of The Church Within You! Evangelist Rose Booker Denard of Orlando, Fla was our guest speaker and she truly blessed us with the WORD of God coming from Luke 11:1-4 and Galatians 5:22-23. The message topic was, Developing A Life Dedicated To Prayer!  I pray that you pause and take a...

The episode presented in this message is from the Men's Group, Iron Sharpens Iron is led by Bro. Booker is based out of Rochester New York. The topic preached by their platform speaker Deacon Carmichael of Massachusetts, THE POWER WITHIN taken from the Word 2n Corinthians 4:7.    " In 2 Corinthians 4:7 , Paul makes a beautiful statement that “we have this treasure in earthen vessels so t...

Take a listen to this 6min episode from the seventh chapter of the Book of Mark in regard to what is it that defiles a man. The rulers in Jerusalem had already determined to kill Jesus (Jn 5:18). No doubt they heard of His waning popularity in Galilee (Jn 6:66). They now sent this delegation of Pharisees to push their propaganda campaign, hoping to make Him more unpopular with His own disciples, f...

This 9m episode takes you the reader onto the ship with Jesus and His disciples as they crossed over the other side of the shore. This was when Jesus saw great multitudes about Him. This story is told in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Jesus drawing tired wanted to rest his head for a bit. He and the disciples climbed into one of the boats and set sail. Besides them, there were other boats...

 This 4 min. episode reading from the Book of James heavily emphasizes prayer . IS ANY AMONG YOU AFFLICTED …When you experience poverty, affliction, or distress, Scripture invites you to seek strength from God through prayer. Draw near to your mediator, Jesus Christ. He will represent you before God, make intercession for you (Heb. 7:25). And give mercy and grace to help in time of need (Heb....

This 4m episode provides you the reading of James 1:21 to the conclusion of what it is to be a Doer and Not Hearers Only of God’s Word.  Christians begin their new life in Christ by being born again by the “Word of Truth”. New life in Christ demands that we get rid of all moral filth that offends the Holy Spirit, and that we are constant in receiving the Word of God into our hearts. The term...