The Invincible Lord of His Church
The Church should always and forever be about Christ – devoted to his teachings, confident in his sovereignty, hoping to share in his resurrection, and striving to be obedient to his commands.
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Full-length sermons by Pastor Mike Fabarez.
The Prophetic Anticipation of His Church
Acts 2:14-21
We can derive strength, courage, and perspective from God’s longstanding and indomitable plan to build his Church in preparation of the establishment of his coming kingdom on earth.
Did the Resurrection Happen?
Various
How can we trust that the resurrection really happened and what does that mean to the biblical message of salvation?
The Miraculous Launch of His Church
Acts 2:1-13
The supernatural launch of God’s Church should provide us with a sense of privilege for our inclusion in it, as well as motivating us to drive toward the completion of his work in filling it, both here and abroad.
Coached by the Right Leaders
Acts 1:21-26
We must value, appreciate, and seek good and godly leadership in our church and lives knowing that human leaders are God’s sanctioned instruments for our protection, correction, and direction.
Unfazed by Sovereign Challenges
Acts 1:15-20
In the work of reaching people with the gospel we should expect painful betrayals and apostasies, but we should never lose heart, knowing God is working through us to advance his kingdom just as he planned.
Praying for Progress
Acts 1:12-14
Prayer must be a foundational practice when we consider our required participation in the great commission, knowing that successful evangelism is the Holy’s Spirit’s work from beginning to end.
Urgent Till Christ Returns
Acts 1:9-11
Our efforts to reach people with the gospel should be urgent because the Christ who commanded us to do so has preeminent authority and has promised to imminently return which will end all of our evangelistic opportunities.
Why Study Apologetics?
Various
Why is important for Christians to understand what apologetics is and study it?
Serious About Our Assignment
Acts 1:4-8
We must purpose play a significant part in God’s “new covenant” plan to be empowered by his Spirit and take the message of forgiveness and Christ’s dominion to everyone around us.
Confident in Our King
Acts 1:1-3
God expects us to be fully confident in Christ and his ongoing work through us in this world, which we should be assured will culminate in his return and the establishment of his kingdom.
Purpose Fulfilled
Psalm 138
We should boldly, confidently, and prayerfully trust God is working out a good plan in utilizing our lives in a specific way for his glory regardless of how daunting the opposition might be.
Questions & Answers 2019-Part 3
Various
Pastor Mike answers questions on the Bible, God and Christianity Questions in this service: 1. How do we learn to trust the Lord more? 2. Daughter goes to a Lutheran school that teaches confirmation. Is it okay for the daughter to go through these ceremonies when she does not know what she is doing? 3.
Question & Answer Service 2019-Part 2
Various
Pastor Mike answers questions on the Bible, God and Christianity Questions in this service: 1. How should I respond to my sisters gay marriage? 2. Matthew 12:31-32 – what exactly is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and how can we be sure we have not done so? 3. Galatians 5:22-23 – how are we to
Question & Answer Service 2019-Part 1
Various
Pastor Mike answers questions on the Bible, God and Christianity Questions in this service: 1. How do we maintain rest without being a legalist about it? What is rest? 2. How do you know that you are understanding what the Bible is instructing you to do. Talk about righteousness and self righteousness. 3. In Acts,
The Lord is My Strength
Psalm 118
We should always be characterized by strength and courage because Christ has secured our favored place with the Father and the Holy Spirit will see us through until the coming of the kingdom.
Love the Lord
Psalm 116
Essential to developing, cultivating, and maintaining a vibrant love for God is the practice of continually recalling and affirming the profound expressions of love God has demonstrated toward us.
Betrayed
Psalm 55
When we experience the inevitable betrayal from those we trusted, we must give ourselves to prayer as we trust our loving and attentive God will eventually make things right.
White as Snow
Psalm 51
One of the most heartfelt Psalms as David cries out to God for forgiveness after he is confronted by Nathan for his sin with Bathsheba. Be encouraged by the forgiveness we have from God when we confess our sin to him and are made white as snow.
Patience and Peace
Psalm 40
Because God often makes his children wait for relief, deliverance, and blessings, we must seek to cultivate a patient and trust-filled prayer life, knowing that God is faithful to lovingly do what’s best for his children.
Life In Perspective
Psalm 33
In light of our utter dependence and inherent weakness as human beings we should enthusiastically and thoughtfully give credit to our gracious God for his kind and sovereign provision in our lives.
Credit Where Credit is Due
Psalm 29
We must be mindful of God’s unfathomable power and greatness as we consider his creation and seek his gracious gifts in prayer.
Gateway to Real Life
John 10:7-13
We are vulnerable to so many harmful effects of being sinners and living in a deceitful and sinful world, but Christ grants real life, daily provision, and ultimate protection from the consequences of sin.
