Impact Church - Hunt Valley https://weimpact.church/ Impact Church Media@weimpact.church Impact Church Sermons by Impact Church in Hunt Valley, MD Sermons by Impact Church in Hunt Valley, MD en © 2026 Impact Church - MD no Movement Growth - Part 1 Pastor Mike Herzog <p>There's an area of your life you keep wishing were different, and somehow it never moves. The reason is simpler than you think: you can't keep doing what you've always done and expect a different result. Real change starts with movement — and movement starts with a single word of faith spoken over the place that feels dead.</p><p><br></p><p>This is the first message in our Growth series, built on the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel 37. When God walks the prophet through a field of dry, hopeless bones, he asks a strange question: "Can these bones live?" From the apostle Paul getting up after he was stoned and left for dead, to the quiet, unglamorous consistency behind Tom Brady's career, to the simple fact that you only ever take one step at a time, this message lands on four practical moves out of a stuck season: hear the word, obey, move, and practice. The big idea underneath all of it — as long as there's still a pulse, it's not over. Growth doesn't happen because of the struggle, but in the struggle.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Acts 14:19–22, Ezekiel 37:1–14, 1 Kings 19:11–12, 2 Kings 5, Genesis 22, Mark 11:23, 2 Corinthians 12:9–10, James 1:2–4, and 2 Corinthians 5:8.</p> <p>There's an area of your life you keep wishing were different, and somehow it never moves. The reason is simpler than you think: you can't keep doing what you've always done and expect a different result. Real change starts with movement — and movement starts with a single word of faith spoken over the place that feels dead.</p><p><br></p><p>This is the first message in our Growth series, built on the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel 37. When God walks the prophet through a field of dry, hopeless bones, he asks a strange question: "Can these bones live?" From the apostle Paul getting up after he was stoned and left for dead, to the quiet, unglamorous consistency behind Tom Brady's career, to the simple fact that you only ever take one step at a time, this message lands on four practical moves out of a stuck season: hear the word, obey, move, and practice. The big idea underneath all of it — as long as there's still a pulse, it's not over. Growth doesn't happen because of the struggle, but in the struggle.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Acts 14:19–22, Ezekiel 37:1–14, 1 Kings 19:11–12, 2 Kings 5, Genesis 22, Mark 11:23, 2 Corinthians 12:9–10, James 1:2–4, and 2 Corinthians 5:8.</p> There's an area of your life you keep wishing were different, and somehow it never moves. The reason is simpler than you think: you can't keep doing what you've always done and expect a different result. Real change starts with movement — and movement starts with a single word of faith spoken over the place that feels dead.


This is the first message in our Growth series, built on the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel 37. When God walks the prophet through a field of dry, hopeless bones, he asks a strange question: "Can these bones live?" From the apostle Paul getting up after he was stoned and left for dead, to the quiet, unglamorous consistency behind Tom Brady's career, to the simple fact that you only ever take one step at a time, this message lands on four practical moves out of a stuck season: hear the word, obey, move, and practice. The big idea underneath all of it — as long as there's still a pulse, it's not over. Growth doesn't happen because of the struggle, but in the struggle.


Scriptures referenced in this episode: Acts 14:19–22, Ezekiel 37:1–14, 1 Kings 19:11–12, 2 Kings 5, Genesis 22, Mark 11:23, 2 Corinthians 12:9–10, James 1:2–4, and 2 Corinthians 5:8.

]]> Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2052 1 1736d6e1b03857ef7ebc827453d070e0 no Fighting for The Word Pastor Mike Herzog <p>The fight in your head is fought with words. And the only words that hold up are the ones you actually know. This week's message is about why most of us are losing a battle we were never meant to fight alone — and what changes when you stop borrowing belief from other people.</p><p><br></p><p>We start in Jesus' parable of the sower, where a seed only grows in soil that's been given time and understanding. From there we trace the way doubt, fear, anxiety, shame, and condemnation show up the moment a promise from God lands in your life — not as random feelings, but as targeted pushback against something the enemy doesn't want taking root. Then the sermon turns: the Word of God is powerful whether you believe it or not. It doesn't need your endorsement to work. You don't fight for the Bible. You fight with it. And the people walking around tired and anxious aren't tired because the Bible doesn't work — they're tired because they're trying to win a battle without picking up the sword they were handed.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Psalm 19:7–11, Matthew 24:35, Hebrews 4:12, Matthew 13:18–23, Ephesians 2:10, Exodus 3:9–11, Proverbs 22:6, Joshua 1:9, Proverbs 3:5–6, John 13:7, Psalm 138:8, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 25:8–10, 1 Peter 5:5, Jeremiah 24:7, 1 Peter 3:12, Ephesians 6:17, 1 Timothy 1:18.</p> <p>The fight in your head is fought with words. And the only words that hold up are the ones you actually know. This week's message is about why most of us are losing a battle we were never meant to fight alone — and what changes when you stop borrowing belief from other people.</p><p><br></p><p>We start in Jesus' parable of the sower, where a seed only grows in soil that's been given time and understanding. From there we trace the way doubt, fear, anxiety, shame, and condemnation show up the moment a promise from God lands in your life — not as random feelings, but as targeted pushback against something the enemy doesn't want taking root. Then the sermon turns: the Word of God is powerful whether you believe it or not. It doesn't need your endorsement to work. You don't fight for the Bible. You fight with it. And the people walking around tired and anxious aren't tired because the Bible doesn't work — they're tired because they're trying to win a battle without picking up the sword they were handed.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Psalm 19:7–11, Matthew 24:35, Hebrews 4:12, Matthew 13:18–23, Ephesians 2:10, Exodus 3:9–11, Proverbs 22:6, Joshua 1:9, Proverbs 3:5–6, John 13:7, Psalm 138:8, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 25:8–10, 1 Peter 5:5, Jeremiah 24:7, 1 Peter 3:12, Ephesians 6:17, 1 Timothy 1:18.</p> The fight in your head is fought with words. And the only words that hold up are the ones you actually know. This week's message is about why most of us are losing a battle we were never meant to fight alone — and what changes when you stop borrowing belief from other people.


We start in Jesus' parable of the sower, where a seed only grows in soil that's been given time and understanding. From there we trace the way doubt, fear, anxiety, shame, and condemnation show up the moment a promise from God lands in your life — not as random feelings, but as targeted pushback against something the enemy doesn't want taking root. Then the sermon turns: the Word of God is powerful whether you believe it or not. It doesn't need your endorsement to work. You don't fight for the Bible. You fight with it. And the people walking around tired and anxious aren't tired because the Bible doesn't work — they're tired because they're trying to win a battle without picking up the sword they were handed.


Scriptures referenced in this episode: Psalm 19:7–11, Matthew 24:35, Hebrews 4:12, Matthew 13:18–23, Ephesians 2:10, Exodus 3:9–11, Proverbs 22:6, Joshua 1:9, Proverbs 3:5–6, John 13:7, Psalm 138:8, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 25:8–10, 1 Peter 5:5, Jeremiah 24:7, 1 Peter 3:12, Ephesians 6:17, 1 Timothy 1:18.

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1862 2 392faa79669cba5df6e953c97a8e4dfc no Renewed Mind Pastor Mike Herzog <p>You don't drift into a better life. Your default wiring pulls you toward yourself — what you want, when you want it — and hearing the right things won't rewire that mind for you. This episode unpacks what actually has to happen for the way you think to change.</p><p><br></p><p>Anchored in Romans 12:2 and the long arc of Jacob's life across Genesis 25 through 33, this message names the magnetic pull most of us live under — a self-centered, opportunistic way of operating that feels normal because everyone around us is doing it — and follows Jacob to the night his mind finally changed: alone in the dark, wrestling with God, refusing to let go until he was blessed. The science backs the story. Neuroplasticity confirms that meditation, repetition, and disciplined attention literally rewire the brain. Your mind can become new, but only when you stop letting go of what God says the moment a contrary thought shows up.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 23:7, 2 Timothy 3:1–5, Genesis 25:24–34, Genesis 27, Genesis 29:15–30, Genesis 32:24–28, Genesis 33:1–11, 2 Corinthians 10:5.</p> <p>You don't drift into a better life. Your default wiring pulls you toward yourself — what you want, when you want it — and hearing the right things won't rewire that mind for you. This episode unpacks what actually has to happen for the way you think to change.</p><p><br></p><p>Anchored in Romans 12:2 and the long arc of Jacob's life across Genesis 25 through 33, this message names the magnetic pull most of us live under — a self-centered, opportunistic way of operating that feels normal because everyone around us is doing it — and follows Jacob to the night his mind finally changed: alone in the dark, wrestling with God, refusing to let go until he was blessed. The science backs the story. Neuroplasticity confirms that meditation, repetition, and disciplined attention literally rewire the brain. Your mind can become new, but only when you stop letting go of what God says the moment a contrary thought shows up.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 23:7, 2 Timothy 3:1–5, Genesis 25:24–34, Genesis 27, Genesis 29:15–30, Genesis 32:24–28, Genesis 33:1–11, 2 Corinthians 10:5.</p> You don't drift into a better life. Your default wiring pulls you toward yourself — what you want, when you want it — and hearing the right things won't rewire that mind for you. This episode unpacks what actually has to happen for the way you think to change.


Anchored in Romans 12:2 and the long arc of Jacob's life across Genesis 25 through 33, this message names the magnetic pull most of us live under — a self-centered, opportunistic way of operating that feels normal because everyone around us is doing it — and follows Jacob to the night his mind finally changed: alone in the dark, wrestling with God, refusing to let go until he was blessed. The science backs the story. Neuroplasticity confirms that meditation, repetition, and disciplined attention literally rewire the brain. Your mind can become new, but only when you stop letting go of what God says the moment a contrary thought shows up.


Scriptures referenced in this episode: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 23:7, 2 Timothy 3:1–5, Genesis 25:24–34, Genesis 27, Genesis 29:15–30, Genesis 32:24–28, Genesis 33:1–11, 2 Corinthians 10:5.

]]> Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2610 3 f983ffa6ad82a2c2a97809a8cee1bac0 no Hearing the Word Pastor Joe Scott <p>You can read the Bible cover to cover and still feel like God isn't speaking to you. This message names why — and what to do about it.</p><p><br></p><p>Pastor Joe walks through two Greek words for "word" used in Scripture: logos, the eternal written Word, and rhema, the fresh, personal word God speaks into a specific moment in your life. One without the other leaves you stuck. He traces both through John 1, Revelation 19, and Ephesians 6, then tells the story of the rhema word God gave him 27 years ago in the middle of a traumatic divorce — a single sentence dropped into his spirit on I-95 that, 24 years later, made him chief of police of the very agency God had pointed to that day. The arc lands on a practical promise: if you stay rooted in the written Word, God will speak personally into what you're carrying. The message closes with four ways to position yourself to actually hear Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Psalm 119:105, John 1:1–3, John 1:14, Revelation 19:13, Matthew 16:23, Ephesians 6:17, Matthew 6:26, Matthew 4:4, Luke 1:38, Luke 3:2.</p> <p>You can read the Bible cover to cover and still feel like God isn't speaking to you. This message names why — and what to do about it.</p><p><br></p><p>Pastor Joe walks through two Greek words for "word" used in Scripture: logos, the eternal written Word, and rhema, the fresh, personal word God speaks into a specific moment in your life. One without the other leaves you stuck. He traces both through John 1, Revelation 19, and Ephesians 6, then tells the story of the rhema word God gave him 27 years ago in the middle of a traumatic divorce — a single sentence dropped into his spirit on I-95 that, 24 years later, made him chief of police of the very agency God had pointed to that day. The arc lands on a practical promise: if you stay rooted in the written Word, God will speak personally into what you're carrying. The message closes with four ways to position yourself to actually hear Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Psalm 119:105, John 1:1–3, John 1:14, Revelation 19:13, Matthew 16:23, Ephesians 6:17, Matthew 6:26, Matthew 4:4, Luke 1:38, Luke 3:2.</p> You can read the Bible cover to cover and still feel like God isn't speaking to you. This message names why — and what to do about it.


Pastor Joe walks through two Greek words for "word" used in Scripture: logos, the eternal written Word, and rhema, the fresh, personal word God speaks into a specific moment in your life. One without the other leaves you stuck. He traces both through John 1, Revelation 19, and Ephesians 6, then tells the story of the rhema word God gave him 27 years ago in the middle of a traumatic divorce — a single sentence dropped into his spirit on I-95 that, 24 years later, made him chief of police of the very agency God had pointed to that day. The arc lands on a practical promise: if you stay rooted in the written Word, God will speak personally into what you're carrying. The message closes with four ways to position yourself to actually hear Him.


Scriptures referenced in this episode: Psalm 119:105, John 1:1–3, John 1:14, Revelation 19:13, Matthew 16:23, Ephesians 6:17, Matthew 6:26, Matthew 4:4, Luke 1:38, Luke 3:2.

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2362 4 5bc5923443ac86bb63b16ea4d5db567a no A Changed Heart <p>The world tells you most people are good and that with enough discipline you can become the version of yourself you're supposed to be. But what if the thing you're trying to fix isn't on the surface — what if it's your heart, and what if you can't reach it from the outside?</p><p><br></p><p>This week's message takes an honest look at why self-improvement runs out of road, and what God has promised to do that we could never pull off in our own strength. The Bible calls the human heart "desperately wicked" — sick in a way no routine, no resolution, and no try-harder Monday can cure. But Ezekiel records God's promise to give us a new heart and a new spirit, and the story of Zacchaeus shows us what that looks like in real life. A small, despised tax collector climbed above the crowd, looked at Jesus, and was called righteous before he ever changed a single behavior. The transformation didn't earn the new heart — it flowed from it.</p><p><br></p><p>If you've been white-knuckling your way toward a better version of yourself and wondering why nothing seems to stick at the deepest level, this episode is an invitation to stop trying to fix yourself and start letting Jesus give you something new.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Jeremiah 17:9, James 1:23-25, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Luke 19:1-10, Revelation 3:20.</p> <p>The world tells you most people are good and that with enough discipline you can become the version of yourself you're supposed to be. But what if the thing you're trying to fix isn't on the surface — what if it's your heart, and what if you can't reach it from the outside?</p><p><br></p><p>This week's message takes an honest look at why self-improvement runs out of road, and what God has promised to do that we could never pull off in our own strength. The Bible calls the human heart "desperately wicked" — sick in a way no routine, no resolution, and no try-harder Monday can cure. But Ezekiel records God's promise to give us a new heart and a new spirit, and the story of Zacchaeus shows us what that looks like in real life. A small, despised tax collector climbed above the crowd, looked at Jesus, and was called righteous before he ever changed a single behavior. The transformation didn't earn the new heart — it flowed from it.</p><p><br></p><p>If you've been white-knuckling your way toward a better version of yourself and wondering why nothing seems to stick at the deepest level, this episode is an invitation to stop trying to fix yourself and start letting Jesus give you something new.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Jeremiah 17:9, James 1:23-25, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Luke 19:1-10, Revelation 3:20.</p> The world tells you most people are good and that with enough discipline you can become the version of yourself you're supposed to be. But what if the thing you're trying to fix isn't on the surface — what if it's your heart, and what if you can't reach it from the outside?


This week's message takes an honest look at why self-improvement runs out of road, and what God has promised to do that we could never pull off in our own strength. The Bible calls the human heart "desperately wicked" — sick in a way no routine, no resolution, and no try-harder Monday can cure. But Ezekiel records God's promise to give us a new heart and a new spirit, and the story of Zacchaeus shows us what that looks like in real life. A small, despised tax collector climbed above the crowd, looked at Jesus, and was called righteous before he ever changed a single behavior. The transformation didn't earn the new heart — it flowed from it.


If you've been white-knuckling your way toward a better version of yourself and wondering why nothing seems to stick at the deepest level, this episode is an invitation to stop trying to fix yourself and start letting Jesus give you something new.


Scriptures referenced in this episode: Jeremiah 17:9, James 1:23-25, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Luke 19:1-10, Revelation 3:20.

]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1681 5 6e79acdf657b3a21ab0e6e8aa4142146 no Servathon <p>Everyone wants to do something great with their life. Jesus said the path runs through the last place most of us would look — toward serving the person right in front of us. This message is a call to stop waiting for your moment and start using the one you're already in.</p><p><br></p><p>Anchored in Mark 10, where James and John come to Jesus asking for seats of honor, we unpack why the desire to be part of something significant isn't wrong — it's how we reach for it that usually is. Jesus reframes greatness as servanthood, and 2 Kings 3 puts the idea on display: three kings stand desperate for a word from God and find help through Elisha, a man known simply as the one who poured water on the hands of Elijah. Along the way we look at what it means to begin with the end in mind — the words "well done, good and faithful servant" — and the three things that happen when we start serving. Our eyes come off of ourselves. Others begin to ask why we're doing it. And the grace God gives to the humble begins to settle on our lives in a way nothing else opens.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Matthew 25:23, Mark 10:35–45, Matthew 23:11, 2 Kings 3:5–22, Isaiah 6:8.</p> <p>Everyone wants to do something great with their life. Jesus said the path runs through the last place most of us would look — toward serving the person right in front of us. This message is a call to stop waiting for your moment and start using the one you're already in.</p><p><br></p><p>Anchored in Mark 10, where James and John come to Jesus asking for seats of honor, we unpack why the desire to be part of something significant isn't wrong — it's how we reach for it that usually is. Jesus reframes greatness as servanthood, and 2 Kings 3 puts the idea on display: three kings stand desperate for a word from God and find help through Elisha, a man known simply as the one who poured water on the hands of Elijah. Along the way we look at what it means to begin with the end in mind — the words "well done, good and faithful servant" — and the three things that happen when we start serving. Our eyes come off of ourselves. Others begin to ask why we're doing it. And the grace God gives to the humble begins to settle on our lives in a way nothing else opens.</p><p><br></p><p>Scriptures referenced in this episode: Matthew 25:23, Mark 10:35–45, Matthew 23:11, 2 Kings 3:5–22, Isaiah 6:8.</p> Everyone wants to do something great with their life. Jesus said the path runs through the last place most of us would look — toward serving the person right in front of us. This message is a call to stop waiting for your moment and start using the one you're already in.


Anchored in Mark 10, where James and John come to Jesus asking for seats of honor, we unpack why the desire to be part of something significant isn't wrong — it's how we reach for it that usually is. Jesus reframes greatness as servanthood, and 2 Kings 3 puts the idea on display: three kings stand desperate for a word from God and find help through Elisha, a man known simply as the one who poured water on the hands of Elijah. Along the way we look at what it means to begin with the end in mind — the words "well done, good and faithful servant" — and the three things that happen when we start serving. Our eyes come off of ourselves. Others begin to ask why we're doing it. And the grace God gives to the humble begins to settle on our lives in a way nothing else opens.


Scriptures referenced in this episode: Matthew 25:23, Mark 10:35–45, Matthew 23:11, 2 Kings 3:5–22, Isaiah 6:8.

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2583 6 63577bee9a0613e3c0dffea8d410d681 no He Said Come Pastor Mike Herzog <p>"Come to me," Jesus said. And He's still saying it. In this Easter message, Apostle Mike reveals why Jesus came to earth with one singular mission—to save sinners—and why His invitation is still open to you today.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover why Jesus spent His time with tax collectors and prostitutes instead of the religious elite. Learn the two reasons people don't respond when Jesus says "come"—and which one is keeping you from total freedom. Through the powerful story of the thief on the cross, you'll see exactly what Jesus requires for salvation (it's simpler than you think) and why having it "all together" might actually be the most dangerous place to be spiritually.</p><p><br></p><p>This message will challenge you to stop caring what others think, stop pretending you're fine, and start living in the grace Jesus died to give you. 74,000 people say yes to Him every day—today could be your day.</p><p><br></p><p>John 3:16-17 | 1 Timothy 1:15 | Matthew 9:9-13 | Luke 12:15-20 | Luke 22:33-43</p><p><br></p> <p>"Come to me," Jesus said. And He's still saying it. In this Easter message, Apostle Mike reveals why Jesus came to earth with one singular mission—to save sinners—and why His invitation is still open to you today.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover why Jesus spent His time with tax collectors and prostitutes instead of the religious elite. Learn the two reasons people don't respond when Jesus says "come"—and which one is keeping you from total freedom. Through the powerful story of the thief on the cross, you'll see exactly what Jesus requires for salvation (it's simpler than you think) and why having it "all together" might actually be the most dangerous place to be spiritually.</p><p><br></p><p>This message will challenge you to stop caring what others think, stop pretending you're fine, and start living in the grace Jesus died to give you. 74,000 people say yes to Him every day—today could be your day.</p><p><br></p><p>John 3:16-17 | 1 Timothy 1:15 | Matthew 9:9-13 | Luke 12:15-20 | Luke 22:33-43</p><p><br></p> "Come to me," Jesus said. And He's still saying it. In this Easter message, Apostle Mike reveals why Jesus came to earth with one singular mission—to save sinners—and why His invitation is still open to you today.


Discover why Jesus spent His time with tax collectors and prostitutes instead of the religious elite. Learn the two reasons people don't respond when Jesus says "come"—and which one is keeping you from total freedom. Through the powerful story of the thief on the cross, you'll see exactly what Jesus requires for salvation (it's simpler than you think) and why having it "all together" might actually be the most dangerous place to be spiritually.


This message will challenge you to stop caring what others think, stop pretending you're fine, and start living in the grace Jesus died to give you. 74,000 people say yes to Him every day—today could be your day.


John 3:16-17 | 1 Timothy 1:15 | Matthew 9:9-13 | Luke 12:15-20 | Luke 22:33-43


]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1844 7 422f6d0bc2fa04976c67726b29e9d3d8 no Good Friday <p>What if the cross didn't just forgive your sins, but actually killed everything sin was doing to destroy your life? In this powerful Good Friday message, Apostle Mike reveals what really died on that cross 2,000 years ago—and why it's supposed to stay dead.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover the often-overlooked connection between Abraham's sacrifice and Jesus' crucifixion, understand what sin actually is (conscious rebellion, not just mistakes), and learn how shame, anxiety, broken relationships, and crushed purpose were all nailed to the cross with Jesus. The victory He won wasn't just about forgiveness—it was about total freedom from everything sin produces.</p><p><br></p><p>This message will shift how you see the cross and empower you to live in the full freedom Jesus purchased for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Genesis 2:16-17 | Genesis 3:1-11 | Romans 3:23 | 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 | James 1:14-15 | Colossians 2:14</p> <p>What if the cross didn't just forgive your sins, but actually killed everything sin was doing to destroy your life? In this powerful Good Friday message, Apostle Mike reveals what really died on that cross 2,000 years ago—and why it's supposed to stay dead.</p><p><br></p><p>Discover the often-overlooked connection between Abraham's sacrifice and Jesus' crucifixion, understand what sin actually is (conscious rebellion, not just mistakes), and learn how shame, anxiety, broken relationships, and crushed purpose were all nailed to the cross with Jesus. The victory He won wasn't just about forgiveness—it was about total freedom from everything sin produces.</p><p><br></p><p>This message will shift how you see the cross and empower you to live in the full freedom Jesus purchased for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Genesis 2:16-17 | Genesis 3:1-11 | Romans 3:23 | 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 | James 1:14-15 | Colossians 2:14</p> What if the cross didn't just forgive your sins, but actually killed everything sin was doing to destroy your life? In this powerful Good Friday message, Apostle Mike reveals what really died on that cross 2,000 years ago—and why it's supposed to stay dead.


Discover the often-overlooked connection between Abraham's sacrifice and Jesus' crucifixion, understand what sin actually is (conscious rebellion, not just mistakes), and learn how shame, anxiety, broken relationships, and crushed purpose were all nailed to the cross with Jesus. The victory He won wasn't just about forgiveness—it was about total freedom from everything sin produces.


This message will shift how you see the cross and empower you to live in the full freedom Jesus purchased for you.


Genesis 2:16-17 | Genesis 3:1-11 | Romans 3:23 | 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 | James 1:14-15 | Colossians 2:14

]]> 2303 8 c76868d8be5831ffb8f98641abc753c8 no Be Our Guest <p>What if the one invitation that could change everything doesn't require you to earn it, fix yourself first, or have it all figured out? In this message, Apostle Mike breaks down the radical invitation at the heart of the gospel — and why so many of us keep making excuses instead of responding.</p><p><br></p><p>Walking through Galatians 3, he reveals how Kingdom culture demolishes the walls we build between each other — political, racial, economic, and everything in between. Then, through the parable of the great supper in Luke 14, he delivers a wake-up call: the table is set, the door is open, but it won't stay open forever.</p><p><br></p><p>If you've been carrying weight you can't put down, or you've been away from God and wondering if there's still room for you — this message is your answer.</p><p><br></p><p>Galatians 3:26-28 | Matthew 11:28-30 | 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 | Luke 14:15-24</p> <p>What if the one invitation that could change everything doesn't require you to earn it, fix yourself first, or have it all figured out? In this message, Apostle Mike breaks down the radical invitation at the heart of the gospel — and why so many of us keep making excuses instead of responding.</p><p><br></p><p>Walking through Galatians 3, he reveals how Kingdom culture demolishes the walls we build between each other — political, racial, economic, and everything in between. Then, through the parable of the great supper in Luke 14, he delivers a wake-up call: the table is set, the door is open, but it won't stay open forever.</p><p><br></p><p>If you've been carrying weight you can't put down, or you've been away from God and wondering if there's still room for you — this message is your answer.</p><p><br></p><p>Galatians 3:26-28 | Matthew 11:28-30 | 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 | Luke 14:15-24</p> What if the one invitation that could change everything doesn't require you to earn it, fix yourself first, or have it all figured out? In this message, Apostle Mike breaks down the radical invitation at the heart of the gospel — and why so many of us keep making excuses instead of responding.


Walking through Galatians 3, he reveals how Kingdom culture demolishes the walls we build between each other — political, racial, economic, and everything in between. Then, through the parable of the great supper in Luke 14, he delivers a wake-up call: the table is set, the door is open, but it won't stay open forever.


If you've been carrying weight you can't put down, or you've been away from God and wondering if there's still room for you — this message is your answer.


Galatians 3:26-28 | Matthew 11:28-30 | 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 | Luke 14:15-24

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1544 9 decd8ec6035fa5f2524166e2dd5cdc0c no Your Purpose The Net: Part 3 Pastor Mike Herzog <p>Many Christians believe that serving others and living a good life is enough to share their faith — but is something critical missing?</p><p><br></p><p>In this message, Pastor Mike unpacks why words are an essential part of the gospel, not optional. Drawing from his recent mission trip to India and key scriptures in Romans 10, he challenges believers to stop relying on service alone and start speaking truth with boldness.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll walk away with two practical challenges: shift your focus from the temporary to the eternal, and open your mouth — because God promises to fill it.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 5:6-10 | 1 Peter 2:9 | Romans 10:9-15 | Matthew 4:18-19 | Psalm 81:10</p> <p>Many Christians believe that serving others and living a good life is enough to share their faith — but is something critical missing?</p><p><br></p><p>In this message, Pastor Mike unpacks why words are an essential part of the gospel, not optional. Drawing from his recent mission trip to India and key scriptures in Romans 10, he challenges believers to stop relying on service alone and start speaking truth with boldness.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll walk away with two practical challenges: shift your focus from the temporary to the eternal, and open your mouth — because God promises to fill it.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 5:6-10 | 1 Peter 2:9 | Romans 10:9-15 | Matthew 4:18-19 | Psalm 81:10</p> Many Christians believe that serving others and living a good life is enough to share their faith — but is something critical missing?


In this message, Pastor Mike unpacks why words are an essential part of the gospel, not optional. Drawing from his recent mission trip to India and key scriptures in Romans 10, he challenges believers to stop relying on service alone and start speaking truth with boldness.


You'll walk away with two practical challenges: shift your focus from the temporary to the eternal, and open your mouth — because God promises to fill it.


Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 5:6-10 | 1 Peter 2:9 | Romans 10:9-15 | Matthew 4:18-19 | Psalm 81:10

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2479 10 92060809faf4b064349207eb76bd3974 no Your Platform The Net: Part 2 <p>What is your platform — and are you standing on it? Chris walks through the stories of Joseph and Daniel to show how God never sends us without equipping us first. Whether you feel too small, too stuck, or not enough, this message is a reminder that God has you exactly where He needs you. Be grateful. Be present. Be willing. Your platform is right where your feet are.</p> <p>What is your platform — and are you standing on it? Chris walks through the stories of Joseph and Daniel to show how God never sends us without equipping us first. Whether you feel too small, too stuck, or not enough, this message is a reminder that God has you exactly where He needs you. Be grateful. Be present. Be willing. Your platform is right where your feet are.</p> What is your platform — and are you standing on it? Chris walks through the stories of Joseph and Daniel to show how God never sends us without equipping us first. Whether you feel too small, too stuck, or not enough, this message is a reminder that God has you exactly where He needs you. Be grateful. Be present. Be willing. Your platform is right where your feet are.

]]> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3720 11 90d1edbedecfe490ad8dbbc386dd1ccc no Your Life is a Message The Net Part 1 <p>Sermon Summary: This powerful sermon challenges believers to move from passive Christianity to active evangelism by recognizing that their lives serve as living testimonies. Drawing from the biblical narrative of Jonah and Jesus's call to His disciples to be "fishers of men," the message emphasizes that evangelism is not an event but a lifestyle. The speaker confronts the congregation with the reality of empty seats in the sanctuary, representing souls yet to be reached, and calls each believer to take personal responsibility for filling those seats. Through personal testimonies of divine healing, prophetic confirmation, and obedient witnessing, the sermon illustrates how God orchestrates circumstances and prepares opportunities for believers to share their faith. The central thesis is that God has done something significant in every believer's life, and that testimony—when shared—carries the prophetic power to reproduce the same miracle in someone else's life. The message culminates in a challenge to overcome fear, flesh, and disobedience to become active participants in God's redemptive plan for their community.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Points:</p><p>God is actively working in the details of our lives, orchestrating divine appointments and confirmations</p><p>Every believer has a testimony and a responsibility to share what God has done for them</p><p>The "net" represents our lives, character, and relationships—the tools God uses to reach others</p><p>Evangelism is a lifestyle, not an event; people watch how we live, not just what we say</p><p>The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy—when we share our testimony, God can reproduce that miracle in others</p><p>Disobedience to God's call to witness is like Jonah running from his assignment</p><p>Weak character, hidden sin, and misalignment between profession and practice create weakness in our "net"</p><p>God prepares divine appointments and places people in our path who need to hear our story</p><p>Each empty seat in the church represents a soul God has ordained to be reached</p><p>Believers must take personal ownership and responsibility for filling specific seats through intentional evangelism</p><p>The principle of multiplication: bring one, then have them bring one, while you bring another</p><p>Obedience to God's prompting to pray for or witness to strangers can change lives eternally</p><p><br></p><p>Scripture Reference:</p><p>Matthew 4:18-19 - Jesus calling disciples to be fishers of men</p><p>Luke 5:1-11 - The miraculous catch of fish and Jesus's call to catch people</p><p>Luke 6:46 - "Why do you call me Lord, Lord, and do not do what I say?"</p><p>Matthew 14:22-33 - Peter walking on water (referenced but redirected)</p><p>Romans 8:1-2 - Teaching foundation (mentioned as recent Bible school lesson)</p><p>Revelation 19:10 - "The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy"</p><p>Ephesians 4:11-12 - Equipping of the saints for the work of ministry</p><p>Jonah 1-2 (The Message translation) - Complete narrative of Jonah's disobedience and redemption</p><p><br></p> <p>Sermon Summary: This powerful sermon challenges believers to move from passive Christianity to active evangelism by recognizing that their lives serve as living testimonies. Drawing from the biblical narrative of Jonah and Jesus's call to His disciples to be "fishers of men," the message emphasizes that evangelism is not an event but a lifestyle. The speaker confronts the congregation with the reality of empty seats in the sanctuary, representing souls yet to be reached, and calls each believer to take personal responsibility for filling those seats. Through personal testimonies of divine healing, prophetic confirmation, and obedient witnessing, the sermon illustrates how God orchestrates circumstances and prepares opportunities for believers to share their faith. The central thesis is that God has done something significant in every believer's life, and that testimony—when shared—carries the prophetic power to reproduce the same miracle in someone else's life. The message culminates in a challenge to overcome fear, flesh, and disobedience to become active participants in God's redemptive plan for their community.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Points:</p><p>God is actively working in the details of our lives, orchestrating divine appointments and confirmations</p><p>Every believer has a testimony and a responsibility to share what God has done for them</p><p>The "net" represents our lives, character, and relationships—the tools God uses to reach others</p><p>Evangelism is a lifestyle, not an event; people watch how we live, not just what we say</p><p>The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy—when we share our testimony, God can reproduce that miracle in others</p><p>Disobedience to God's call to witness is like Jonah running from his assignment</p><p>Weak character, hidden sin, and misalignment between profession and practice create weakness in our "net"</p><p>God prepares divine appointments and places people in our path who need to hear our story</p><p>Each empty seat in the church represents a soul God has ordained to be reached</p><p>Believers must take personal ownership and responsibility for filling specific seats through intentional evangelism</p><p>The principle of multiplication: bring one, then have them bring one, while you bring another</p><p>Obedience to God's prompting to pray for or witness to strangers can change lives eternally</p><p><br></p><p>Scripture Reference:</p><p>Matthew 4:18-19 - Jesus calling disciples to be fishers of men</p><p>Luke 5:1-11 - The miraculous catch of fish and Jesus's call to catch people</p><p>Luke 6:46 - "Why do you call me Lord, Lord, and do not do what I say?"</p><p>Matthew 14:22-33 - Peter walking on water (referenced but redirected)</p><p>Romans 8:1-2 - Teaching foundation (mentioned as recent Bible school lesson)</p><p>Revelation 19:10 - "The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy"</p><p>Ephesians 4:11-12 - Equipping of the saints for the work of ministry</p><p>Jonah 1-2 (The Message translation) - Complete narrative of Jonah's disobedience and redemption</p><p><br></p> Sermon Summary: This powerful sermon challenges believers to move from passive Christianity to active evangelism by recognizing that their lives serve as living testimonies. Drawing from the biblical narrative of Jonah and Jesus's call to His disciples to be "fishers of men," the message emphasizes that evangelism is not an event but a lifestyle. The speaker confronts the congregation with the reality of empty seats in the sanctuary, representing souls yet to be reached, and calls each believer to take personal responsibility for filling those seats. Through personal testimonies of divine healing, prophetic confirmation, and obedient witnessing, the sermon illustrates how God orchestrates circumstances and prepares opportunities for believers to share their faith. The central thesis is that God has done something significant in every believer's life, and that testimony—when shared—carries the prophetic power to reproduce the same miracle in someone else's life. The message culminates in a challenge to overcome fear, flesh, and disobedience to become active participants in God's redemptive plan for their community.


Key Points:

God is actively working in the details of our lives, orchestrating divine appointments and confirmations

Every believer has a testimony and a responsibility to share what God has done for them

The "net" represents our lives, character, and relationships—the tools God uses to reach others

Evangelism is a lifestyle, not an event; people watch how we live, not just what we say

The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy—when we share our testimony, God can reproduce that miracle in others

Disobedience to God's call to witness is like Jonah running from his assignment

Weak character, hidden sin, and misalignment between profession and practice create weakness in our "net"

God prepares divine appointments and places people in our path who need to hear our story

Each empty seat in the church represents a soul God has ordained to be reached

Believers must take personal ownership and responsibility for filling specific seats through intentional evangelism

The principle of multiplication: bring one, then have them bring one, while you bring another

Obedience to God's prompting to pray for or witness to strangers can change lives eternally


Scripture Reference:

Matthew 4:18-19 - Jesus calling disciples to be fishers of men

Luke 5:1-11 - The miraculous catch of fish and Jesus's call to catch people

Luke 6:46 - "Why do you call me Lord, Lord, and do not do what I say?"

Matthew 14:22-33 - Peter walking on water (referenced but redirected)

Romans 8:1-2 - Teaching foundation (mentioned as recent Bible school lesson)

Revelation 19:10 - "The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy"

Ephesians 4:11-12 - Equipping of the saints for the work of ministry

Jonah 1-2 (The Message translation) - Complete narrative of Jonah's disobedience and redemption


]]> Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3282 12 26422afe670d2aa1f000bccd7f8ca71e no The Church - Part 1 <p>What is the true purpose of the Church? Understanding this is critical; without the right perspective, we risk misusing the very thing God intended to be His headquarters on earth. In this opening message of our new series, we dive deep into the identity of the Church as the Body of Jesus and explore how God operates not by our clocks, but by His divine prophetic timeline.</p><p><br></p><p>In this sermon, you will discover:</p><p>• The Simplicity of the Church: At its core, the Church is the Body of Jesus, birthed to be one with Him in everything He does throughout eternity.</p><p>• The "Mr. Potato Head" Analogy: Why assembling together is non-negotiable. Just as a hand or eye cannot function effectively while detached, the Body grows and strengthens only when every unique part is joined and knit together.</p><p>• Kairos vs. Chronos: Learn the difference between chronological time and kairos—an alignment of conditions where everything is exactly right for God to move.</p><p>• The Fullness of Time: Why was Jesus born in 4 BC? We examine the specific historical conditions—including Roman rule, the Greek language, and cultural sacrifices—that made that exact moment the "fullness of time" for the Messiah's arrival.</p><p>• Prophetic Fulfillment: Discover why Jesus cannot return to earth until the complete restoration of all things spoken by the prophets has taken place.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaway:</p><p>Coming to Jesus is not just about escaping hell; it is about being grafted into His Body to participate in His eternal assignment. We are called to move from passive belief to active participation so that His will is done on earth as it is in heaven.</p> <p>What is the true purpose of the Church? Understanding this is critical; without the right perspective, we risk misusing the very thing God intended to be His headquarters on earth. In this opening message of our new series, we dive deep into the identity of the Church as the Body of Jesus and explore how God operates not by our clocks, but by His divine prophetic timeline.</p><p><br></p><p>In this sermon, you will discover:</p><p>• The Simplicity of the Church: At its core, the Church is the Body of Jesus, birthed to be one with Him in everything He does throughout eternity.</p><p>• The "Mr. Potato Head" Analogy: Why assembling together is non-negotiable. Just as a hand or eye cannot function effectively while detached, the Body grows and strengthens only when every unique part is joined and knit together.</p><p>• Kairos vs. Chronos: Learn the difference between chronological time and kairos—an alignment of conditions where everything is exactly right for God to move.</p><p>• The Fullness of Time: Why was Jesus born in 4 BC? We examine the specific historical conditions—including Roman rule, the Greek language, and cultural sacrifices—that made that exact moment the "fullness of time" for the Messiah's arrival.</p><p>• Prophetic Fulfillment: Discover why Jesus cannot return to earth until the complete restoration of all things spoken by the prophets has taken place.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaway:</p><p>Coming to Jesus is not just about escaping hell; it is about being grafted into His Body to participate in His eternal assignment. We are called to move from passive belief to active participation so that His will is done on earth as it is in heaven.</p> What is the true purpose of the Church? Understanding this is critical; without the right perspective, we risk misusing the very thing God intended to be His headquarters on earth. In this opening message of our new series, we dive deep into the identity of the Church as the Body of Jesus and explore how God operates not by our clocks, but by His divine prophetic timeline.


In this sermon, you will discover:

• The Simplicity of the Church: At its core, the Church is the Body of Jesus, birthed to be one with Him in everything He does throughout eternity.

• The "Mr. Potato Head" Analogy: Why assembling together is non-negotiable. Just as a hand or eye cannot function effectively while detached, the Body grows and strengthens only when every unique part is joined and knit together.

• Kairos vs. Chronos: Learn the difference between chronological time and kairos—an alignment of conditions where everything is exactly right for God to move.

• The Fullness of Time: Why was Jesus born in 4 BC? We examine the specific historical conditions—including Roman rule, the Greek language, and cultural sacrifices—that made that exact moment the "fullness of time" for the Messiah's arrival.

• Prophetic Fulfillment: Discover why Jesus cannot return to earth until the complete restoration of all things spoken by the prophets has taken place.


Key Takeaway:

Coming to Jesus is not just about escaping hell; it is about being grafted into His Body to participate in His eternal assignment. We are called to move from passive belief to active participation so that His will is done on earth as it is in heaven.

]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2964 13 9b954a0176fdd76b2fc319372ac1ee86 no Get Ready Consecration Part 3 Pastor Mike Herzog Sun, 19 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2033 14 62f6361129edbfdb73007ade2a602907 no Set Apart Consecration Part 2 Pastor Mike Herzog Sun, 12 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1967 15 a9e2dadb2465b02d9941eb81a2c1a1f8 no Holy Unto You Consecration Part 1 Pastor Mike Herzog Sun, 05 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1993 16 5f0c2ab204a5f76fac4f7f290bd25a67 no Owning Relationships Ownership Pastor Mike Herzog <p>Pastor Mike began a new sermon series entitled “Ownership”. In his first sermon in this series, Pastor Mike brought a powerful message on “Owning Relationships”. So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only, let us review some key points from that message.</p><p>Ownership - Owning Relationships</p><p>We have to own our relationships!</p><p>Ownership is the act or state or right of possessing something.</p><p>You have to take responsibility for the condition of the relationships you are in. There has to be a certain level of contentment. Everybody else isn't the problem all the time.</p><p>Genesis 2:18 NKJV</p><p>“And the Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.”</p><p><br></p><p>It's not good for us to be alone. God wants us to be in relationship. We are made to be in relationship and God models relationship in the Trinity.</p><p>The key to being successful in a relationship is your being known. This requires vulnerability. But it's the enemy's goal to isolate you and he will do everything he can to isolate you. </p><p>Ecclesiastes 4:9-12</p><p>9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.</p><p>10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.</p><p>11 Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?</p><p>12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.</p><p>     4 Ways it is Better Not to be Alone - 4 W's</p><p>1. Work- "They have a good reward for their labour." We work better together. There is power when we work together. Nothing can multiply when it's just one person.</p><p>2. Walk - "For if they fall one will lift up his fellow." Our walk is better when we walk together. We all walk more securely together. When we're connected, we help each other.</p><p>3. Warmth - "Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?" When we are discouraged others can help lift use up and give us warmth. There's power when someone can speak a word of encouragement to us. The enemy wants you to be isolated so there's no one to encourage you!</p><p>4. Warfare - "And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken." We all need someone to fight beside us. We don't typically know it when we are deceived. We all have blind spots. The thing about a blind spot is we don't know we are blind. But when we are together we can help each other see more clearly. When someone has your back and can fight with you when you're weak, you can win against the enemy.</p><p>We have multiple levels of relationship. We have our relationship with God, our spouse, or children, siblings, parents, friends, community etc. We have all different types and levels of relationships, and in those relationships unity commands a blessing. If a relationship is not working, you have to take ownership of making it work, and the key ingredient to doing that is humility. It takes humility to be unified.</p><p>Are you willing to admit you're wrong? Are you willing to prefer the other person? Are you willing to forgive? It takes these things to own a relationship.</p><p>Colossians 3:12-13 NKJV</p><p>“Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.”</p><p>Romans 12:18 NKJV</p><p>“If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.”</p><p><br></p><p>Your relationship with God is at the level you want it to be! If you want more of God, there's things you can do to make that happen. It's your decision. You can change your relationship with God by simply making a decision.</p><p>James 4:8 NKJV</p><p>“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”</p><p><br></p><p>James 4:9-10 NKJV</p><p>“Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.”</p> <p>Pastor Mike began a new sermon series entitled “Ownership”. In his first sermon in this series, Pastor Mike brought a powerful message on “Owning Relationships”. So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only, let us review some key points from that message.</p><p>Ownership - Owning Relationships</p><p>We have to own our relationships!</p><p>Ownership is the act or state or right of possessing something.</p><p>You have to take responsibility for the condition of the relationships you are in. There has to be a certain level of contentment. Everybody else isn't the problem all the time.</p><p>Genesis 2:18 NKJV</p><p>“And the Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.”</p><p><br></p><p>It's not good for us to be alone. God wants us to be in relationship. We are made to be in relationship and God models relationship in the Trinity.</p><p>The key to being successful in a relationship is your being known. This requires vulnerability. But it's the enemy's goal to isolate you and he will do everything he can to isolate you. </p><p>Ecclesiastes 4:9-12</p><p>9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.</p><p>10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.</p><p>11 Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?</p><p>12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.</p><p>     4 Ways it is Better Not to be Alone - 4 W's</p><p>1. Work- "They have a good reward for their labour." We work better together. There is power when we work together. Nothing can multiply when it's just one person.</p><p>2. Walk - "For if they fall one will lift up his fellow." Our walk is better when we walk together. We all walk more securely together. When we're connected, we help each other.</p><p>3. Warmth - "Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?" When we are discouraged others can help lift use up and give us warmth. There's power when someone can speak a word of encouragement to us. The enemy wants you to be isolated so there's no one to encourage you!</p><p>4. Warfare - "And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken." We all need someone to fight beside us. We don't typically know it when we are deceived. We all have blind spots. The thing about a blind spot is we don't know we are blind. But when we are together we can help each other see more clearly. When someone has your back and can fight with you when you're weak, you can win against the enemy.</p><p>We have multiple levels of relationship. We have our relationship with God, our spouse, or children, siblings, parents, friends, community etc. We have all different types and levels of relationships, and in those relationships unity commands a blessing. If a relationship is not working, you have to take ownership of making it work, and the key ingredient to doing that is humility. It takes humility to be unified.</p><p>Are you willing to admit you're wrong? Are you willing to prefer the other person? Are you willing to forgive? It takes these things to own a relationship.</p><p>Colossians 3:12-13 NKJV</p><p>“Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.”</p><p>Romans 12:18 NKJV</p><p>“If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.”</p><p><br></p><p>Your relationship with God is at the level you want it to be! If you want more of God, there's things you can do to make that happen. It's your decision. You can change your relationship with God by simply making a decision.</p><p>James 4:8 NKJV</p><p>“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”</p><p><br></p><p>James 4:9-10 NKJV</p><p>“Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.”</p> Pastor Mike began a new sermon series entitled “Ownership”. In his first sermon in this series, Pastor Mike brought a powerful message on “Owning Relationships”. So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only, let us review some key points from that message.

Ownership - Owning Relationships

We have to own our relationships!

Ownership is the act or state or right of possessing something.

You have to take responsibility for the condition of the relationships you are in. There has to be a certain level of contentment. Everybody else isn't the problem all the time.

Genesis 2:18 NKJV

“And the Lord God said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.”


It's not good for us to be alone. God wants us to be in relationship. We are made to be in relationship and God models relationship in the Trinity.

The key to being successful in a relationship is your being known. This requires vulnerability. But it's the enemy's goal to isolate you and he will do everything he can to isolate you.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.

10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.

11 Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?

12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.

     4 Ways it is Better Not to be Alone - 4 W's

1. Work- "They have a good reward for their labour." We work better together. There is power when we work together. Nothing can multiply when it's just one person.

2. Walk - "For if they fall one will lift up his fellow." Our walk is better when we walk together. We all walk more securely together. When we're connected, we help each other.

3. Warmth - "Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?" When we are discouraged others can help lift use up and give us warmth. There's power when someone can speak a word of encouragement to us. The enemy wants you to be isolated so there's no one to encourage you!

4. Warfare - "And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken." We all need someone to fight beside us. We don't typically know it when we are deceived. We all have blind spots. The thing about a blind spot is we don't know we are blind. But when we are together we can help each other see more clearly. When someone has your back and can fight with you when you're weak, you can win against the enemy.

We have multiple levels of relationship. We have our relationship with God, our spouse, or children, siblings, parents, friends, community etc. We have all different types and levels of relationships, and in those relationships unity commands a blessing. If a relationship is not working, you have to take ownership of making it work, and the key ingredient to doing that is humility. It takes humility to be unified.

Are you willing to admit you're wrong? Are you willing to prefer the other person? Are you willing to forgive? It takes these things to own a relationship.

Colossians 3:12-13 NKJV

“Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.”

Romans 12:18 NKJV

“If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.”


Your relationship with God is at the level you want it to be! If you want more of God, there's things you can do to make that happen. It's your decision. You can change your relationship with God by simply making a decision.

James 4:8 NKJV

“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”


James 4:9-10 NKJV

“Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.”

]]> Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2531 17 d5be65d157ae4491d5e0ef73ae8047b7 no Execution Pastor Mike Herzog <p>On Sunday, Pastor Mike continued his series ‘New Territory’ with an inspired message called ‘Execution’. So that we may be doers or the Word and not hearers only let’s reflect on a few key points of that message.</p><p>A lot of people talk about doing something big! But few do! There’s a big difference between thinking about doing something and doing something.</p><p>Actually doing it is called execution! Execution is carrying out or putting into effect a course of action.</p><p>To most effectively move into a new territory we need to see the better potential. Then it takes preparation. Then to carry out the plan it takes execution.</p><p>Gideons name means one that cuts down. </p><p>Judges 6:11-16 NKJV</p><p>“Now the Angel of the Lord came and sat under the terebinth tree which was in Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, while his son Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites. And the Angel of the Lord appeared to him, and said to him, “The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!” Gideon said to Him, “O my Lord, if the Lord is with us, why then has all this happened to us? And where are all His miracles which our fathers told us about, saying, ‘Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt?’ But now the Lord has forsaken us and delivered us into the hands of the Midianites.” Then the Lord turned to him and said, “Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?” So he said to Him, “O my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.” And the Lord said to him, “Surely I will be with you, and you shall defeat the Midianites as one man.”</p><p><br></p><p>-The first enemy to our execution is self image </p><p>-The key to our breakthrough is that God is with us! In our weakness God is made strong!</p><p>Judges 7:1-3 NKJV</p><p>“Then Jerubbaal (that is, Gideon) and all the people who were with him rose early and encamped beside the well of Harod, so that the camp of the Midianites was on the north side of them by the hill of Moreh in the valley. And the Lord said to Gideon, “The people who are with you are too many for Me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel claim glory for itself against Me, saying, ‘My own hand has saved me.’ Now therefore, proclaim in the hearing of the people, saying, ‘Whoever is fearful and afraid, let him turn and depart at once from Mount Gilead.’ ” And twenty-two thousand of the people returned, and ten thousand remained.”</p><p><br></p><p>God is serious about getting the glory!</p><p>-Another enemy to your execution is fear.</p><p>Judges 7:5-8 NKJV</p><p>“So he brought the people down to the water. And the Lord said to Gideon, “Everyone who laps from the water with his tongue, as a dog laps, you shall set apart by himself; likewise everyone who gets down on his knees to drink.” And the number of those who lapped, putting their hand to their mouth, was three hundred men; but all the rest of the people got down on their knees to drink water. Then the Lord said to Gideon, “By the three hundred men who lapped I will save you, and deliver the Midianites into your hand. Let all the other people go, every man to his place.” So the people took provisions and their trumpets in their hands. And he sent away all the rest of Israel, every man to his tent, and retained those three hundred men. Now the camp of Midian was below him in the valley.”</p><p><br></p><p>-Comfort is an enemy to your execution!</p><p>Judges 7:16-23 NKJV</p><p>“Then he divided the three hundred men into three companies, and he put a trumpet into every man’s hand, with empty pitchers, and torches inside the pitchers. And he said to them, “Look at me and do likewise; watch, and when I come to the edge of the camp you shall do as I do: When I blow the trumpet, I and all who are with me, then you also blow the trumpets on every side of the whole camp, and say, ‘The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!’ ” So Gideon and the hundred men who were with him came to the outpost of the camp at the beginning of the middle watch, just as they had posted the watch; and they blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers that were in their hands. Then the three companies blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers—they held the torches in their left hands and the trumpets in their right hands for blowing—and they cried, “The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!” And every man stood in his place all around the camp; and the whole army ran and cried out and fled. When the three hundred blew the trumpets, the Lord set every man’s sword against his companion throughout the whole camp; and the army fled to Beth Acacia, toward Zererah, as far as the border of Abel Meholah, by Tabbath. And the men of Israel gathered together from Naphtali, Asher, and all Manasseh, and pursued the Midianites.”</p> <p>On Sunday, Pastor Mike continued his series ‘New Territory’ with an inspired message called ‘Execution’. So that we may be doers or the Word and not hearers only let’s reflect on a few key points of that message.</p><p>A lot of people talk about doing something big! But few do! There’s a big difference between thinking about doing something and doing something.</p><p>Actually doing it is called execution! Execution is carrying out or putting into effect a course of action.</p><p>To most effectively move into a new territory we need to see the better potential. Then it takes preparation. Then to carry out the plan it takes execution.</p><p>Gideons name means one that cuts down. </p><p>Judges 6:11-16 NKJV</p><p>“Now the Angel of the Lord came and sat under the terebinth tree which was in Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, while his son Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites. And the Angel of the Lord appeared to him, and said to him, “The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!” Gideon said to Him, “O my Lord, if the Lord is with us, why then has all this happened to us? And where are all His miracles which our fathers told us about, saying, ‘Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt?’ But now the Lord has forsaken us and delivered us into the hands of the Midianites.” Then the Lord turned to him and said, “Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?” So he said to Him, “O my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.” And the Lord said to him, “Surely I will be with you, and you shall defeat the Midianites as one man.”</p><p><br></p><p>-The first enemy to our execution is self image </p><p>-The key to our breakthrough is that God is with us! In our weakness God is made strong!</p><p>Judges 7:1-3 NKJV</p><p>“Then Jerubbaal (that is, Gideon) and all the people who were with him rose early and encamped beside the well of Harod, so that the camp of the Midianites was on the north side of them by the hill of Moreh in the valley. And the Lord said to Gideon, “The people who are with you are too many for Me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel claim glory for itself against Me, saying, ‘My own hand has saved me.’ Now therefore, proclaim in the hearing of the people, saying, ‘Whoever is fearful and afraid, let him turn and depart at once from Mount Gilead.’ ” And twenty-two thousand of the people returned, and ten thousand remained.”</p><p><br></p><p>God is serious about getting the glory!</p><p>-Another enemy to your execution is fear.</p><p>Judges 7:5-8 NKJV</p><p>“So he brought the people down to the water. And the Lord said to Gideon, “Everyone who laps from the water with his tongue, as a dog laps, you shall set apart by himself; likewise everyone who gets down on his knees to drink.” And the number of those who lapped, putting their hand to their mouth, was three hundred men; but all the rest of the people got down on their knees to drink water. Then the Lord said to Gideon, “By the three hundred men who lapped I will save you, and deliver the Midianites into your hand. Let all the other people go, every man to his place.” So the people took provisions and their trumpets in their hands. And he sent away all the rest of Israel, every man to his tent, and retained those three hundred men. Now the camp of Midian was below him in the valley.”</p><p><br></p><p>-Comfort is an enemy to your execution!</p><p>Judges 7:16-23 NKJV</p><p>“Then he divided the three hundred men into three companies, and he put a trumpet into every man’s hand, with empty pitchers, and torches inside the pitchers. And he said to them, “Look at me and do likewise; watch, and when I come to the edge of the camp you shall do as I do: When I blow the trumpet, I and all who are with me, then you also blow the trumpets on every side of the whole camp, and say, ‘The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!’ ” So Gideon and the hundred men who were with him came to the outpost of the camp at the beginning of the middle watch, just as they had posted the watch; and they blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers that were in their hands. Then the three companies blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers—they held the torches in their left hands and the trumpets in their right hands for blowing—and they cried, “The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!” And every man stood in his place all around the camp; and the whole army ran and cried out and fled. When the three hundred blew the trumpets, the Lord set every man’s sword against his companion throughout the whole camp; and the army fled to Beth Acacia, toward Zererah, as far as the border of Abel Meholah, by Tabbath. And the men of Israel gathered together from Naphtali, Asher, and all Manasseh, and pursued the Midianites.”</p> On Sunday, Pastor Mike continued his series ‘New Territory’ with an inspired message called ‘Execution’. So that we may be doers or the Word and not hearers only let’s reflect on a few key points of that message.

A lot of people talk about doing something big! But few do! There’s a big difference between thinking about doing something and doing something.

Actually doing it is called execution! Execution is carrying out or putting into effect a course of action.

To most effectively move into a new territory we need to see the better potential. Then it takes preparation. Then to carry out the plan it takes execution.

Gideons name means one that cuts down. 

Judges 6:11-16 NKJV

“Now the Angel of the Lord came and sat under the terebinth tree which was in Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, while his son Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites. And the Angel of the Lord appeared to him, and said to him, “The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!” Gideon said to Him, “O my Lord, if the Lord is with us, why then has all this happened to us? And where are all His miracles which our fathers told us about, saying, ‘Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt?’ But now the Lord has forsaken us and delivered us into the hands of the Midianites.” Then the Lord turned to him and said, “Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?” So he said to Him, “O my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.” And the Lord said to him, “Surely I will be with you, and you shall defeat the Midianites as one man.”


-The first enemy to our execution is self image 

-The key to our breakthrough is that God is with us! In our weakness God is made strong!

Judges 7:1-3 NKJV

“Then Jerubbaal (that is, Gideon) and all the people who were with him rose early and encamped beside the well of Harod, so that the camp of the Midianites was on the north side of them by the hill of Moreh in the valley. And the Lord said to Gideon, “The people who are with you are too many for Me to give the Midianites into their hands, lest Israel claim glory for itself against Me, saying, ‘My own hand has saved me.’ Now therefore, proclaim in the hearing of the people, saying, ‘Whoever is fearful and afraid, let him turn and depart at once from Mount Gilead.’ ” And twenty-two thousand of the people returned, and ten thousand remained.”


God is serious about getting the glory!

-Another enemy to your execution is fear.

Judges 7:5-8 NKJV

“So he brought the people down to the water. And the Lord said to Gideon, “Everyone who laps from the water with his tongue, as a dog laps, you shall set apart by himself; likewise everyone who gets down on his knees to drink.” And the number of those who lapped, putting their hand to their mouth, was three hundred men; but all the rest of the people got down on their knees to drink water. Then the Lord said to Gideon, “By the three hundred men who lapped I will save you, and deliver the Midianites into your hand. Let all the other people go, every man to his place.” So the people took provisions and their trumpets in their hands. And he sent away all the rest of Israel, every man to his tent, and retained those three hundred men. Now the camp of Midian was below him in the valley.”


-Comfort is an enemy to your execution!

Judges 7:16-23 NKJV

“Then he divided the three hundred men into three companies, and he put a trumpet into every man’s hand, with empty pitchers, and torches inside the pitchers. And he said to them, “Look at me and do likewise; watch, and when I come to the edge of the camp you shall do as I do: When I blow the trumpet, I and all who are with me, then you also blow the trumpets on every side of the whole camp, and say, ‘The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!’ ” So Gideon and the hundred men who were with him came to the outpost of the camp at the beginning of the middle watch, just as they had posted the watch; and they blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers that were in their hands. Then the three companies blew the trumpets and broke the pitchers—they held the torches in their left hands and the trumpets in their right hands for blowing—and they cried, “The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!” And every man stood in his place all around the camp; and the whole army ran and cried out and fled. When the three hundred blew the trumpets, the Lord set every man’s sword against his companion throughout the whole camp; and the army fled to Beth Acacia, toward Zererah, as far as the border of Abel Meholah, by Tabbath. And the men of Israel gathered together from Naphtali, Asher, and all Manasseh, and pursued the Midianites.”

]]> 2428 18 5414d39372a070be3e493d95d2a8b8a0 no Preparing for the Promise Pastor Antonio Barboza Sun, 04 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3625 19 93e256e83853327e1a38fc4444b18e98 no Time To Celebrate Winning Part 3 Pastor Mike Herzog <p>Pastor Mike brought the inspiring, thought provoking final part of his three part series called "Winning". This final message was entitled “ Time to Celebrate". So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only let's remember the key points of that message.</p><p>A incredible amount of effort goes into training to be an Olympian! To be an Olympian, it takes thousands of hours of work! In fact, Malcolm Gladwell (author of the Outliers) says to become a master at your craft, it takes at least 10,000 hours!</p><p>Gladwell also mentions the entourage effect- that not only does the time you put into it but also the type of people your around have an effect on the level of your success!</p><p>To be successful it takes a person who is motivated, driven, hardworking, strong work ethic, has the ability to set and achieve goals.</p><p>Athletes sacrifice time, pleasure, food, entertainment and sleep just to name a few things.</p><p>There’s no victory without sacrifice. But victory brings euphoria!! There’s nothing like it, especially when you’ve sacrificed for it! Wherever you are, sacrifice is involved to move you to the next level!</p><p>Sacrifices starts where you are. Sacrifice isn’t about comparison. It’s about where you are now and how to get to the next level.</p><p>People who active at a higher level do things the average person doesn’t do. They make sacrifices the average person doesn’t make. </p><p>When you’re interested in something you do it only when is convenient, but when you’re committed you accept no excuses only results.</p><p>God is calling us to live a life of sacrifice. Our life is not our own!</p><p>I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.</p><p>Romans 12:1 NKJV</p><p>Sacrifice to God is your reasonable service, because Jesus modeled sacrifice for us and gave His life in doing so. A life of sacrifice is everyday focused on Him! It is everyday giving of your time, treasure, talent, resources, prayer and obedience to Him.</p><p>“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.”</p><p>I Corinthians 9:24-25 NKJV</p><p>We should strive to live a as life of sacrifice because we are running a race to win a crown that is imperishable! As long as we're focused on other things and not seeking God first we're will never be satisfied.</p><p>“What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost until he finds it?”</p><p>Luke 15:4 NKJV</p><p>Each one of us is precious to God! He loves us so no much He doesn't give up! He doesn't want any to perish! The lost sheep was found because someone was searching for them and didn't give up.</p><p>We need to be committed to God's agenda. Committed to advancing His kingdom. </p><p>I have hated the assembly of evildoers, And will not sit with the wicked.”</p><p>Psalms 26:5 NKJV</p><p>The one who sacrifices is the one who get to celebrate. The rest will be on the sidelines watching.</p><p>“And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for My name’s sake, shall receive a hundredfold, and inherit eternal life.”</p><p>Matthew 19:29 NKJV</p> <p>Pastor Mike brought the inspiring, thought provoking final part of his three part series called "Winning". This final message was entitled “ Time to Celebrate". So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only let's remember the key points of that message.</p><p>A incredible amount of effort goes into training to be an Olympian! To be an Olympian, it takes thousands of hours of work! In fact, Malcolm Gladwell (author of the Outliers) says to become a master at your craft, it takes at least 10,000 hours!</p><p>Gladwell also mentions the entourage effect- that not only does the time you put into it but also the type of people your around have an effect on the level of your success!</p><p>To be successful it takes a person who is motivated, driven, hardworking, strong work ethic, has the ability to set and achieve goals.</p><p>Athletes sacrifice time, pleasure, food, entertainment and sleep just to name a few things.</p><p>There’s no victory without sacrifice. But victory brings euphoria!! There’s nothing like it, especially when you’ve sacrificed for it! Wherever you are, sacrifice is involved to move you to the next level!</p><p>Sacrifices starts where you are. Sacrifice isn’t about comparison. It’s about where you are now and how to get to the next level.</p><p>People who active at a higher level do things the average person doesn’t do. They make sacrifices the average person doesn’t make. </p><p>When you’re interested in something you do it only when is convenient, but when you’re committed you accept no excuses only results.</p><p>God is calling us to live a life of sacrifice. Our life is not our own!</p><p>I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.</p><p>Romans 12:1 NKJV</p><p>Sacrifice to God is your reasonable service, because Jesus modeled sacrifice for us and gave His life in doing so. A life of sacrifice is everyday focused on Him! It is everyday giving of your time, treasure, talent, resources, prayer and obedience to Him.</p><p>“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.”</p><p>I Corinthians 9:24-25 NKJV</p><p>We should strive to live a as life of sacrifice because we are running a race to win a crown that is imperishable! As long as we're focused on other things and not seeking God first we're will never be satisfied.</p><p>“What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost until he finds it?”</p><p>Luke 15:4 NKJV</p><p>Each one of us is precious to God! He loves us so no much He doesn't give up! He doesn't want any to perish! The lost sheep was found because someone was searching for them and didn't give up.</p><p>We need to be committed to God's agenda. Committed to advancing His kingdom. </p><p>I have hated the assembly of evildoers, And will not sit with the wicked.”</p><p>Psalms 26:5 NKJV</p><p>The one who sacrifices is the one who get to celebrate. The rest will be on the sidelines watching.</p><p>“And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for My name’s sake, shall receive a hundredfold, and inherit eternal life.”</p><p>Matthew 19:29 NKJV</p> Pastor Mike brought the inspiring, thought provoking final part of his three part series called "Winning". This final message was entitled “ Time to Celebrate". So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only let's remember the key points of that message.

A incredible amount of effort goes into training to be an Olympian! To be an Olympian, it takes thousands of hours of work! In fact, Malcolm Gladwell (author of the Outliers) says to become a master at your craft, it takes at least 10,000 hours!

Gladwell also mentions the entourage effect- that not only does the time you put into it but also the type of people your around have an effect on the level of your success!

To be successful it takes a person who is motivated, driven, hardworking, strong work ethic, has the ability to set and achieve goals.

Athletes sacrifice time, pleasure, food, entertainment and sleep just to name a few things.

There’s no victory without sacrifice. But victory brings euphoria!! There’s nothing like it, especially when you’ve sacrificed for it! Wherever you are, sacrifice is involved to move you to the next level!

Sacrifices starts where you are. Sacrifice isn’t about comparison. It’s about where you are now and how to get to the next level.

People who active at a higher level do things the average person doesn’t do. They make sacrifices the average person doesn’t make.

When you’re interested in something you do it only when is convenient, but when you’re committed you accept no excuses only results.

God is calling us to live a life of sacrifice. Our life is not our own!

I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.

Romans 12:1 NKJV

Sacrifice to God is your reasonable service, because Jesus modeled sacrifice for us and gave His life in doing so. A life of sacrifice is everyday focused on Him! It is everyday giving of your time, treasure, talent, resources, prayer and obedience to Him.

“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.”

I Corinthians 9:24-25 NKJV

We should strive to live a as life of sacrifice because we are running a race to win a crown that is imperishable! As long as we're focused on other things and not seeking God first we're will never be satisfied.

“What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost until he finds it?”

Luke 15:4 NKJV

Each one of us is precious to God! He loves us so no much He doesn't give up! He doesn't want any to perish! The lost sheep was found because someone was searching for them and didn't give up.

We need to be committed to God's agenda. Committed to advancing His kingdom.

I have hated the assembly of evildoers, And will not sit with the wicked.”

Psalms 26:5 NKJV

The one who sacrifices is the one who get to celebrate. The rest will be on the sidelines watching.

“And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or lands, for My name’s sake, shall receive a hundredfold, and inherit eternal life.”

Matthew 19:29 NKJV

]]> Sun, 21 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2540 20 7531cb3d08a0a17139b4f9f95c927d77 no Mourning Souls Winning Part 2 Pastor Mike Herzog <p>Pastor Mike continued his sermon series “Winning” with “Part 2: Mourning Souls”. So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only let’s review the key points of that message.</p><p><br></p><p>To mourn is to feel grief or sorrow in your heart. </p><p>The desire to see people saved comes out of our hearts.</p><p>We can develop a hard heart and become insensitive to things that really matter. Our hearts get cold and calloused as people die and go to hell. </p><p>We should pray for protection and righteousness to fill the candidates for our country’s highest office. We need to be people who cry out to God on behalf of our leaders. </p><p><br></p><p>“Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life.”</p><p>Proverbs 4:23 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>Out of the abundance of our heart, the mouth speaks.</p><p>“Thus says the Lord: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man And makes flesh his strength, Whose heart departs from the Lord. For he shall be like a shrub in the desert, And shall not see when good comes, But shall inhabit the parched places in the wilderness, In a salt land which is not inhabited. “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, Which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, And will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit. “The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it? I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, Even to give every man according to his ways, According to the fruit of his doings.”</p><p>Jeremiah 17:5-10 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>When you trust in God, He provides, He makes a way, He fights for us.</p><p>“Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean; I will cleanse you from all your filthiness and from all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them.”</p><p>Ezekiel 36:25-27 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>He gives us His Spirit and a new heart that isn’t hardened. We can now love our enemies, we can forgive people and even forget what they have done to us. </p><p>God chooses to forget our trespasses against him and not hold them against us any longer. We can’t love like God does unless He gives us His Spirit and a new heart.</p><p>“Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.”</p><p>Romans 5:1-5 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>Our new heart allows us to love and be patient and kind to people, no matter what is done to us. </p><p>“We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love his brother abides in death. Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.”</p><p>I John 3:14-15 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.””</p><p>John 13:34-35 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>“Love God and love people”</p><p>The Old Testament showed us the law and that we could never live up to it. The New Testament is about our need for a Savior and that Jesus is our Savior.</p><p>One of the enemies greatest weapons is being self absorbed. We don’t notice others as we focus on ourselves. </p><p>Another of the enemies weapons is to doubt that we can do anything about the suffering we see in the world. </p><p>We need to step out in faith and love people in both word and deed. </p><p>“Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted.”</p><p>Matthew 5:3-4 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>Instead of mourning and feeling the grief that other people are feeling, we are indifferent and just ignore their hurt.</p><p>It should break our heart when people reject God. </p><p>God wants us to pray for laborers to be sent into His harvest.</p><p>He wants people who will cry out for the broken, the lost, the hurting. Cry out to God on behalf of the people!</p><p>“Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy. He who continually goes forth weeping, Bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, Bringing his sheaves with him.”</p><p>Psalms 126:5-6 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>The harvest comes when we pray, labor, and cry out to God. He responds when we cry out to Him!</p><p>“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; You have put off my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,”</p><p>Psalms 30:11 NKJV</p> <p>Pastor Mike continued his sermon series “Winning” with “Part 2: Mourning Souls”. So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only let’s review the key points of that message.</p><p><br></p><p>To mourn is to feel grief or sorrow in your heart. </p><p>The desire to see people saved comes out of our hearts.</p><p>We can develop a hard heart and become insensitive to things that really matter. Our hearts get cold and calloused as people die and go to hell. </p><p>We should pray for protection and righteousness to fill the candidates for our country’s highest office. We need to be people who cry out to God on behalf of our leaders. </p><p><br></p><p>“Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life.”</p><p>Proverbs 4:23 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>Out of the abundance of our heart, the mouth speaks.</p><p>“Thus says the Lord: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man And makes flesh his strength, Whose heart departs from the Lord. For he shall be like a shrub in the desert, And shall not see when good comes, But shall inhabit the parched places in the wilderness, In a salt land which is not inhabited. “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, Which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, And will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit. “The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it? I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, Even to give every man according to his ways, According to the fruit of his doings.”</p><p>Jeremiah 17:5-10 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>When you trust in God, He provides, He makes a way, He fights for us.</p><p>“Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean; I will cleanse you from all your filthiness and from all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them.”</p><p>Ezekiel 36:25-27 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>He gives us His Spirit and a new heart that isn’t hardened. We can now love our enemies, we can forgive people and even forget what they have done to us. </p><p>God chooses to forget our trespasses against him and not hold them against us any longer. We can’t love like God does unless He gives us His Spirit and a new heart.</p><p>“Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.”</p><p>Romans 5:1-5 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>Our new heart allows us to love and be patient and kind to people, no matter what is done to us. </p><p>“We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love his brother abides in death. Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.”</p><p>I John 3:14-15 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.””</p><p>John 13:34-35 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>“Love God and love people”</p><p>The Old Testament showed us the law and that we could never live up to it. The New Testament is about our need for a Savior and that Jesus is our Savior.</p><p>One of the enemies greatest weapons is being self absorbed. We don’t notice others as we focus on ourselves. </p><p>Another of the enemies weapons is to doubt that we can do anything about the suffering we see in the world. </p><p>We need to step out in faith and love people in both word and deed. </p><p>“Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted.”</p><p>Matthew 5:3-4 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>Instead of mourning and feeling the grief that other people are feeling, we are indifferent and just ignore their hurt.</p><p>It should break our heart when people reject God. </p><p>God wants us to pray for laborers to be sent into His harvest.</p><p>He wants people who will cry out for the broken, the lost, the hurting. Cry out to God on behalf of the people!</p><p>“Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy. He who continually goes forth weeping, Bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, Bringing his sheaves with him.”</p><p>Psalms 126:5-6 NKJV</p><p><br></p><p>The harvest comes when we pray, labor, and cry out to God. He responds when we cry out to Him!</p><p>“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; You have put off my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,”</p><p>Psalms 30:11 NKJV</p> Pastor Mike continued his sermon series “Winning” with “Part 2: Mourning Souls”. So that we may be doers of the Word and not hearers only let’s review the key points of that message.


To mourn is to feel grief or sorrow in your heart. 

The desire to see people saved comes out of our hearts.

We can develop a hard heart and become insensitive to things that really matter. Our hearts get cold and calloused as people die and go to hell. 

We should pray for protection and righteousness to fill the candidates for our country’s highest office. We need to be people who cry out to God on behalf of our leaders. 


“Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life.”

Proverbs 4:23 NKJV


Out of the abundance of our heart, the mouth speaks.

“Thus says the Lord: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man And makes flesh his strength, Whose heart departs from the Lord. For he shall be like a shrub in the desert, And shall not see when good comes, But shall inhabit the parched places in the wilderness, In a salt land which is not inhabited. “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, Which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, And will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit. “The heart is deceitful above all things, And desperately wicked; Who can know it? I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, Even to give every man according to his ways, According to the fruit of his doings.”

Jeremiah 17:5-10 NKJV


When you trust in God, He provides, He makes a way, He fights for us.

“Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean; I will cleanse you from all your filthiness and from all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them.”

Ezekiel 36:25-27 NKJV


He gives us His Spirit and a new heart that isn’t hardened. We can now love our enemies, we can forgive people and even forget what they have done to us. 

God chooses to forget our trespasses against him and not hold them against us any longer. We can’t love like God does unless He gives us His Spirit and a new heart.

“Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.”

Romans 5:1-5 NKJV


Our new heart allows us to love and be patient and kind to people, no matter what is done to us. 

“We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love his brother abides in death. Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.”

I John 3:14-15 NKJV


“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.””

John 13:34-35 NKJV


“Love God and love people”

The Old Testament showed us the law and that we could never live up to it. The New Testament is about our need for a Savior and that Jesus is our Savior.

One of the enemies greatest weapons is being self absorbed. We don’t notice others as we focus on ourselves. 

Another of the enemies weapons is to doubt that we can do anything about the suffering we see in the world. 

We need to step out in faith and love people in both word and deed. 

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted.”

Matthew 5:3-4 NKJV


Instead of mourning and feeling the grief that other people are feeling, we are indifferent and just ignore their hurt.

It should break our heart when people reject God. 

God wants us to pray for laborers to be sent into His harvest.

He wants people who will cry out for the broken, the lost, the hurting. Cry out to God on behalf of the people!

“Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy. He who continually goes forth weeping, Bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, Bringing his sheaves with him.”

Psalms 126:5-6 NKJV


The harvest comes when we pray, labor, and cry out to God. He responds when we cry out to Him!

“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; You have put off my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,”

Psalms 30:11 NKJV

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