Pulpit Power Podcast

When Things Look Bleak

Truly He Is The Son of God

Faith That Impresses God

I would think that if I was trying to impress God with my faith that I might be seen as overdoing it, somewhat proud and maybe a bit boastful. But there is a faith that gets our Lord’s attention that has nothing to do with shouting from the rooftop of the highest skyscraper. It’s actually the opposite. How low get we get in being humble, being a true servant and being the least of these. Join Pastor Tony Scheving and listen attentively to today’s message as we look in the Book of Matthew at a “F...

God In The Hands of Angry Sinners

There was a time when it seemed like a crowd of people, full of pride and self, were controlling the destiny of Jesus Christ. But that would be impossible and as out Lord said, they wouldn’t be able to do anything to Him if His Father hadn’t allowed it. Christ was fulfilling thousands of years of prophecies in just a matter of hours. Let’s all turn in our Bibles to the book of Mark beginning in the fifteenth chapter and let’s see how it played out with “God in the Hands of Angry Sinners.”

The Troubles of Life

After hearing today’s message, you may feel better about yourself for a few reasons. First is that whatever you are going through, you are not alone. You are in good company and there is a solution. Second, what you’re going through may be for your good. And lastly and most importantly is that whatever it is that is troubling you is for the glory of God. Turn in your Bible to the fifth chapter of Job and listen closely as we hear what God’s Holy Word say about “The Troubles of Life!”

What Will You Do With Jesus?

Today, we are looking the question of a lifetime. Sometimes people are perceived as something totally opposite of who they really are. People you know, or maybe even yourself, may have been accused of something that truthfully did not take place. Sometimes during these trials, it may benefit you to not attack and try to defend yourself, but to remain silent. Please turn in your Bible to the 15th chapter of the Book of Mark as we ask you, “What Will You Do with Jesus?”

Following Jesus From Afar Off

Sometimes we make profound promises that we don’t keep, whether intentionally or not. Watch out, because this may be something that we have to live with for the rest of our lives, like the Apostle Paul with a thorn in his side. This has happened countless times throughout creations’ history and it would be safe to say that you would be in good company with some well-known biblical heroes of the faith. Jesus knows us and how we’ll turn out but we can see in God’s Word and hear from today’s messag...

Forsaking The Lord

Sometimes I don’t make promises because I believe there is a chance that I wouldn’t be able to hold it. Maybe some characters from the Bible, such as Peter the Apostle, should have done the same. Imagine promising the Lord that you will do anything for him, go to any distance for him, and even die for him, and then when the time comes to prove your loyalty to those statements to him, you turn and bolt. Most humans would get bitter and angry and may even not ever speak with you again. Not our Lor...

Holiness = Happiness

What would bring a Christian happiness? If you were asked this question, how would you answer it? Would you say family? Would you say your job, and upcoming event, or even money? Our Lord said “Blessed is the pure in heart.” Just what exactly does that mean? Well, it has to do with being single-hearted. God’s Word has the answers for ‘what not to seek after’ for ‘happiness’ and also what Jesus states what we should hunger and strive for. Turn in your Bible and tune in to Pastor Tony Scheving to ...

Ashamed of Jesus?

Christians. Are you weary of doing the work of the Lord or do you take a stand for Him? Are you keeping Christ to yourself when you leave church or can you be found with your family praying in public places, giving a drink in the name of Christ or even sharing the Gospel? We can depend on Jesus to be bold, courageous, and strong to help us be light in a dying and lost world. Turn, if you would, to the book of Mark and beginning in the 14th chapter to see if we have similarities like the Apostles...

A Night To Remember

There are many instances throughout the Bible where there was a moment in time that would never be forgotten. From Moses leading God’s chosen people out of the bondage of Egypt to when Joseph laid his eyes upon his brothers for the first time in decades. From the day Job was restored to the day a giant fell at the feet of David. In today’s message we jump into a scene where Jesus’ disciples were still unsure of what was going to be taking place, even though the Lord explained it to them, just ho...

Giving Place To The Devil

Doing What You Can

Christians on Guard

Many folks in society are in their comfort zone. What I mean is that they are okay with just status quo living. It’s sad to reveal that many Christians are ‘slouching’ in life as well. Not fulling God’s will in their life and doing what Jesus commanded them to do. Did you know our adversary, the devil, wins when he convinces us that we do not need to be vigilant Christians? Listen to Pastor Tony Scheving as he shares with us why as believers, we should be “Christians on Guard.”

His Glorious Return

Signs of The Times 2

The Only Jesus Some Will Ever See

Sometimes people may look at us and not be able to tell that we are a Christian. Trying not to slip in front of unsaved folks is a 24/7 job. We shouldn’t leave our ‘Christianity’ at the church door when we leave because there are consequences. Souls may be going to hell. Let’s tune into Pastor Tony Scheving as preaches about “The Only Jesus Some Will Ever See.”

Being an Encouragement

Being a supporter to people is a very important and sometimes tiresome role. Not everyone can do it but may I encourage all of you to do it? Whether spiritually to help a brother or sister when they are down or maybe an earthly encouragement to help win someone to Christ. Learn from God’s Word today as Pastor Scheving teaches on “Being an Encouragement.”

Signs of the Times

The Millennial Kingdom could begin at any moment not known to us or even to Christ himself. Should we worry about it or prepare for it, do nothing or be about our Father’s business? Let’s take a look at the answers to these questions in the Book of Mark beginning with the thirteenth chapter and we search for the “Signs of the Times.”

The Ultimate Father

Our Heavenly Father is kind, generous, merciful, and He loves us. Some may think that we are all children of God but according to the Bible, this is not so. We all can become a child of God, but how? Do we have to help old ladies across the street, or give money to charity, or fix a roof on a homeless shelter? None of things can help us become children of God. Tune in today and learn how you can achieve an eternity in Heaven by the given instructions of ‘The Ultimate Father.”

Things are Not As They Appear

The Mysterious Son of God

What Is Life All About?

People are prone to idolatry and plurality of gods, so it is really a special occasion when you find a ‘diamond in the rough’ who believes and professes that there is only One, True God. This takes a real understanding of God though His Word and a genuine love toward Him with all of our strength. Please take your Bible and turn with me to the Book of Mark beginning in the twelfth chapter as we find out just ‘What is Life All About?’

The Meekness of Moses

When we are treated with what we think is, badly, or the immediate feeling when someone has wronged us, how do we react? How should we react? Well, we should believe what the Bible says is the way we should react and it says our response should be one of meekness. This isn’t always easy and we can learn from some of the greats in history such as King Saul, Moses and Jesus the Christ on the right way to resist being proud and act with simple humility. Please take the Word of God and turn to the B...

What The Church Means To Christ

Would you die for your spouse? Jesus Christ suffered, died and was buried for the church. Not the building but the grace saved, faithful, God honoring, scripturally baptized member of the church. I hope that includes you, my friend. If it doesn’t, you’ve picked a perfect time to tune in to Pastor Scheving to find out just ‘What the Church Means to Christ.’

Is There Really A Life After This One?

The Investment of a Mother

The Importance of Church Unity

Does backtalk, rebellion, murmuring, gossip, contentions or unfriendly rivalry please God? I think we all know the answer to that but what if this is actually taking place in your church? This may bring divisiveness, unheard prayers, or possibly even a church split in some cases. This may not be the intentions of your heart but it is the devils. Tune into Pastor Tony Scheving today and find out “The Importance of Church Unity.”

When Hypocrisy Backfires

The Cost of Rejecting Christ

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.”