Our God is a God of second chances. What a wonderful Savior we have and we should all give thanks for His mercy endureth forever. But, is there a time when we run out of chances? I would say that it is not wise to wait long enough to find out but there may come a time when we lose our blessings. At what point does this happen? Tune in today to Pastor Tony Scheving as we jump into Mark chapter 12 to find “The Cost of Rejecting Christ.”
How many times do we look at people in public or in the news and think about their rebellious attitude towards authority? We may think the same for our own children and at some point come to realize that we are exactly the same. It’s because we are all born with a sin nature, but once we’re saved, we should be perfectly obedient to those in authority and especially God, shouldn’t we? Aren’t we? Turn once again to the Book of Mark as it begs the question, “What About Authority?”
It’s said that ‘faith and prayer’ are the dynamic duo of the Bible. Faith is taking God at things that are highly unlikely and prayer is the mightiest weapon that He has given us. It takes much endurance to persevere in prayer and much faith to…well…to have faith. Turn in your Bible to Mark chapter 11 and let’s see what happens when you ‘Have Faith in God.”
Is a church as effective as it could be if the believers are fruitless? Some think ‘you can be as good as a Christian as you want to be. That is not be a Biblical principle and in fact, lowers God’s standard to man’s standard. Let’s open our Bible’s to the book of Mark to gain some insight on what our Lord and Savior thinks about a barren tree and asks, “Where’s the Fruit?”
Ah, America. We think we have it right, don’t we? We are educated from the beginning to be the top dog. The cream of the crop. Rise to the top. Outshine. Our public schools teach the Darwinian Theory of Evolution which, to sum up, defines survival of the fittest. Was this God’s plan? The Apostle Matthew write that Jesus said, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” There seems to be quite a contrast between the Lord’s way of thinking and the world. It wouldn’t be the first time...
Sometimes we look for a dignitary to come with crowns, robes or maybe even with armies and weapons to show what we would call, nobility and power. When the people of Jerusalem were waiting for Jesus to make his triumphant entrance into their walled city, did they get what they expected? Well, at first it seems they did, but eventually and evidently, all was not well in the land of David. What would’ve our reaction been if we were there to witness this event? Listen along to Pastor Scheving as we...
Have you ever heard the phrase, “the blind leading the blind?” How can those who don’t know lead others to a place they don’t know? The answer is; they can’t! There are many who will try to make you seem embarrassed for reaching for the truth. But, it may be that they don’t know that they don’t know. The famous songwriter, John Newton, had a hard life to turn from and when he did he penned, Amazing Grace. His testimony will live on and if you haven’t read about it, you should research it out for...
It may be safe to say that all of us, at one time or another, have held onto something longer than we should have. Look around you right now. How much of what we are surrounded by is coming with us when we cross over to the other side? Well, the answer is nothing. So then why are we so saturated with the want to get things and keep them and not let them go? Take you Bible and turn once again to the Book of Mark and let’s find out from Pastor Tony Scheving through today’s message why we are “Poss...
There are few in the Bible who are as excited as the rich, young ruler. Imagine being able to run to the Lord himself with heavenly inquisitiveness. I cannot imagine physically doing that but we, as Christians, should run to him every day, asking and receiving in prayer. Are we prepared to listen to His answer and how will we respond? Turn in your Bibles please, once again, to the book of Mark, chapter 10 as Pastor Tony Scheving addresses Meaning Business with God.
Have you ever run into people who are very adamant about baptizing a baby before he dies. Why? They usually think it’s so they get to heaven. This belief isn’t of God or from the bible, though and may be a passed down tradition. So, how do little children get to heaven? Turn in your Bible to the book of Mark starting in the 10th chapter and tune into Pastor Tony Scheving as he studies on a subject that may not be fully understood in today’s Christian churches.
If you haven’t been desensitized to evil doings, every time you do something or even think of doing something ungodly, your conscience gives you a little nudge. God has placed that in everyone for a reason and, it didn’t just come about by happenstance through evolution. Do you have skeletons in the closet that need the light of our Savior shined upon them? I pray that your conscience is Godly and not defiled. Let’s see what God’s Holy Scriptures has to say about How to Recondition Your Conscien...
Our God is a God of love, mercy, grace and truth. That is a true statement, but we are to preach the whole gospel of God. That means that God is not going to endorse our bad behavior. He doesn’t wish for us to lose our savor so how are we to be the salt of the earth? Turn to the book of Mark and we’ll begin today’s sermon from the 9th chapter to find out.
There’s a battle taking place. Everywhere. Every day. You may not notice it around you but it’s there and you are in it. With every skirmish there must be a place where the battle is taking place. A battleground. The forces of good and evil are not a reality in the movies or in Broadway performances but they are real in your heart and soul. Find out what we war after what to do about it by turning to the 10th chapter in the 2nd Book of Corinthians and listen in to Pastor Tony Scheving deal with ...
Fear grips the lives of most people on earth and for good reason. The devil does not rest. He will create every scenario imaginable to help you keep your mind on self, on things, and off of God. Fear is a form of unbelief toward our very Creator. Did you know that fear is what should drive us to God? Our Savior has some timeless principles on this very issue so tune in to Pastor Tony Scheving and turn to the book of Matthew as we find out just What Are We Worrying About.
We live in a world that teaches survival of the fittest. Beat everyone, no matter what the cost. A me first, I, I, I attitude that is a concentration of selfishness and pride. If you know someone like this, they are in good company. With most of us and even the Apostles. How do we deal with this? Well, let’s see how our Lord deals with this very issue as we turn to the book of Mark where Jesus teaches, The Last Shall Be First.
Did you know that each of us have about 12 billion brain cells but only use about 10% of them? Are you also aware that when the Bible speaks about the mind it is not talking about the brain? In fact, the brain isn’t even mentioned in the Bible. The mind is your soul and it is the real you. The soul is your heart and sometimes needs repair. Turn, if you will, to the book of Romans and the 12th chapter for truthful guidance for the Renewing of your Mind.
Sometimes our earthly father may not be all he’s supposed to be. You may feel a sort of emptiness when he’s failed you. But rest assured, you have a father in heaven that can always fill that void that no one else can. The Bible says that He even is a friend that is closer than a brother. He didn’t even spare His own Son….for you. Join Pastor Tony Scheving as we listen in on the final of his series, What a Heavenly Father We Have.
Do you have a misplaced faith? Like, faith in man or even in yourself. This is not where your faith ought to be. Now doubt can lead toward unbelief and this in turn, can lead to faith. We need faith. Faith in an Everlasting God and a Heavenly Father. The Bible says that we cannot please God without faith. Join Pastor Tony Scheving and his sermon on something that can help all of us by asking, Lord, Help My unbelief.
God is reasonable, He’s a rewarder, He’s reliant, and He cannot lie. He also is a wonderful Father to those who are His children. Isn’t that everyone on earth, you say? I’m afraid it isn’t but it can be. Listen in on Pastor Tony Scheving’s message and find out what it takes to become one of the family. God’s family.
Sometimes when we come to church, we don’t want to go back outside; into the world. But that Bible says we are to be in the world, but not of the world. When are we to get close and when should we separate? Those are good questions. For some answers to this and more, tune in to Pastor Tony Scheving and to do that, we must Come Down From the Mountain.
Salvation is free and is a gift of God. It can only be purchased by ne person and that my friend, is Jesus Christ at the cross. With all of our sins, our faults, and defects; why would God pour out so much of His grace upon our brow? Let’s find out today as we take a look at The Glory of Jesus.
Do you ever find yourself following a Christian trend in books, movies or music, only to feel as if something is just not right? According to the Scriptures, True Christianity was never popular. If you are living a Godly life, you will suffer. Just exactly what price do we have to pay as Christians? Tune in to Pastor Tony Scheving today and find out The Real Cost of Following Christ.
Have you ever doubted your salvation? Did you make a profession of faith at one time during your life and are just not quite sure if you’re in ‘all the way?’ There’s no better time than right now for a self-examination. Sometimes we go in one direction because it ‘feels right’ or ‘everyone else is doing it.’ It is not God’s plan to follow the masses, but to follow Him. Join us as we head back into the Book of Mark to check the surety of our salvation.
With God, you don’t have to wonder if you’re loved. He is so justified in His faithfulness to us. He is merciful beyond measure. How do we compare when administering these same attributes to our family, friends, or brethren. He instructs us through His revealing in His everlasting Word. We should be eternally grateful for that gesture. That shows how kind our loving God is to us. With a countless array of wonderful rewards bestowed unto us, let’s take God’s Word and turn to the Book of Zephaniah...
Many have been touched by Jesus Christ, physically or spiritually, for over 2,000 years. He was known to some and was a mystery to others. Was there a time in your life when you didn’t know God? He has been known as Creator, Lord, and the Messiah. He has been a friend, a comforter and an understander. If you are not completely sure of all God is, then open up your Bible to the book of Mark and listen to Pastor Scheving as we get the answers to the burning question, Who is He?
Some fathers unconditionally are able to love unworthy children. This is a character trait of our heavenly father. How much does He put up with us? So much that he would have spared the 4 cities if Abraham could find 10 worthy of saving. But there wasn’t and He didn’t. Does that show that He doesn’t love us? It doesn’t and in fact, just the opposite. Let’s see what a heavenly father we have as we start today’s lesson in the book of Jeremiah today.
