Michael Anthony Bible Teaching Podcast: Recent Episodes
MICHAEL ANTHONY BIBLE TEACHING
I'm a husband, father, inspirational speaker, podcaster, blogger, and Lead Pastor of Genesis Church, in York, Pennsylvania, where I live among farm animals and snack foods. I'm the author of A Call for Courage: Living With Power, Truth and Love In An Age of Intolerance and Fear (Thomas Nelson Publishers), and the soon to be released Courageous Life™ Motivational Planner. Both are available wherever books are sold. Send speaking, interview, and guest appearance inquiries to info@couragematters.com. , or click here and do your thing. For keynote speaking, interview and guest appearance inquiries
Special Pastor's Panel answering questions on topics from our Unlimited series at Genesis Church
In this message, Michael Anthony talks about choosing faith over fear. It's time that we think deeply about our doubts and fear. Many would say that the opposite of faith is doubt or unbelief. In actuality, it is fear.
We as Christians need to evaluate what it means to walk with God in faith. We need to be real, authentic, organic and focus on having Christ at the center of everything we do. We don't have to be afraid of God not showing up. Once you trust in Him and walk in faith with Him, He will provide you with the guidance and strength. All circumstances in life are an opportunity to live by faith.
In order to help live by faith, you need to surround yourself with "sages" and "sojourners" who are on the same track and path that you are on. They will help keep you accountable, challenge you, and help you navigate through life in a Godly and Christ-focused way.
Remember, fear will cause you to live without faith. Don't fall victim to having "fake faith." Don't just recite scripture and information. Put it all into practice, and implement it into your life.
For more about living without fear, check out "Overcoming Your Fear of Rejection" and "Secret Weapon" Charged, Fired Up, Fearless & Fruitful"
In this message, Michael Anthony presents the four core ways that you can live a limitless life for God. He breaks down the acronym of “FHAS.”
Four steps to living limitless for God F – Focus
H – Hunger
A – All-out Action Plan
S – Sages
About This Message Michael focuses on the limitless life of the Apostle Paul and how he continued to live for God even while being imprisoned. Paul understood that his life was not based on his circumstances. He spent every day while on house arrest serving and worshiping God. We as Christians need to remain faithful to God even in the midst of our circumstances. Even in the trials, we can continue to live and serve Christ. Be bold to speak the truth in love. We have a fantastic opportunity to be BOLD and to share the great news of Christ. You need the be PASSIONATE about serving God and sharing the Gospel. Don’t get caught up in the worldly desires but live to serve a limitless life for God.
All throughout Scripture, we see that the Apostle Paul is focused on his ministry of sharing and spreading the Gospel. He was HUNGRY to serve and devoted his life to sharing the good news. He also had an ALL OUT ACTION PLAN. His entire life was focused on the Gospel. He was always in action even when he was in negative circumstances. He also looked up to Jesus as a sage. Jesus was the core of the Apostle Paul’s life.
Get involved. Begin standing up and speaking out for Jesus. Develop your focus, hunger, action plan, and surround yourself with sages. You absolutely can be used by God powerfully. Regardless of what your circumstances are you can live a life that glorifies and honors him.
To read more about being limitless, check out “Don’t Limit Yourself — You Can Catch God”
In this message, Michael Anthony speaks about how you can control the circumstances in life. We have two ways we can handle circumstances. We can either be reactive or proactive. Being reactive to circumstances means we allow the “thuds” of life to happen to us and we have to choose to react to those events after they happened. To be proactive is to plan ahead for unplanned circumstances to make sure you are prepared when they occur.
Are you proactive or reactive? How would life change if you planned ahead for life’s unplanned circumstances and situations?
Listen in as Michael talks about the Apostle Paul and how he chose to make the most of being under house arrest. He knew that he still had a purpose and a mission to fulfill. Even under house arrest, he continued to proclaim God and worship him.
Next time that you are in the midst of a “thud” in life, remember the Apostle Paul. Make the best out of the situation and plan accordingly to avoid it from happening again.
To read more about how to avoid circumstances, check out “It’s Not About the Hand You’ve Been Dealt — A Huge Lesson From MLK Jr.”
There are only two limiting factors in your life. Do you know what they are? Michael Anthony explores how a clear vision of God and of who you are in relationship to Him determines how far you go and how high you soar. Take off your lid and start living an UNLIMITED LIFE!
This message features four of the Pastors from Genesis Church!
Pastor Joe Ercoli, Next Steps Pastor
Pastor Bob Tome, Mission and Counseling Pastor
Pastor Brandon Vieth, Student Ministries Pastor
Pastor Michael Anthony, Lead Pastor of Genesis Church
Enjoy this special message from Resurrection Day!
Are you committed to becoming the best version of you? Making this commitment will positively transform everything in your life. In part one of this special message in our “Heroes and Underdogs” series, we examine the lives of two brothers who came from the same family — and how each made different choices that led to entirely different outcomes. The choices we make in life have tremendous power to influence what we experience. Don’t let anyone, including yourself, convince you otherwise!
Are you committed to becoming the best version of you? Making this commitment will positively transform everything in your life. In part one of this special message in our “Heroes and Underdogs” series, we examine the lives of two brothers who came from the same family — and how each made different choices that led to entirely different outcomes. The choices we make in life have tremendous power to influence what we experience. Don’t let anyone, including yourself, convince you otherwise!
Special Message by Pastor Bob Tome & Pastor Reggie Hunter
Even though God called Samson, his life-long problem was his unhealthy relationships with women. He did not admit he was powerless over his problem and that his life was unmanageable. But there is hope. His hair grew again, and you can change too!
Many of us struggle with understanding God as "Father." The great news is that you don't have to struggle any more. When you understand what God has done for you and to you through Christ, you will be able to enjoy God as your Father.
You may have heard it said that God won't give you anything more than you can handle. But is that really true? This message will help you understand how to respond when unexpected hardship comes knocking at your door.
Most of us don't think nearly enough about the kind of legacy we're creating. This message will help you think and make adjustments so your legacy is built upon hearing God's voice and doing what you need to do.
Student Ministries Pastor, Brandon Vieth, delivers the next installment of our Heroes and Underdogs series and focuses in on Elisha. He was not the guy that everyone talked about, but he sure knew when to go all in for Jesus. He was a man committed, faithful, and bold enough to seek for more.
Real heroes are willing to stay behind so others can move ahead. Their lives are built on rock-solid truth, and they become living, breathing reminders of how to live rightly in a world gone wrong.
Special message by Dr. Jared Pingleton, Vice President of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Special message by Cameron Baldwin, member of the Sounds of Liberty from Liberty University. Through this powerful testimony, see how God can still work through miracles!
Are your morning and evening routines negatively impacting the rest of your life? You can change your entire life by fine-tuning (or perhaps overhauling) your morning and evening routines. Maybe it's time you make changes in your morning and evening routines so that your entire life goes to the next level -- literally.
Is there something in your past that haunts and taunts you? It's time to set yourself, and others, free! What if we told you that you don't have to hold on to your past in order to be used powerfully by God in the present? What we told you that the most powerful thing you can do for someone is to let them go? This message will help you let go of the past so you can enjoy the present and positively shape the future.
No matter who you are, you can become a better leader. If you can achieve your vision by yourself, your vision is probably too small — but when you work wisely with others, you go to a completely new level. What do great leaders do to inspire their followers? How do good teams become GREAT? This message will show you a big secret that will take your leadership to a new level.
Continuing in our series “Heroes and Underdogs” with a special message tag-teamed by Pastor Bob Tome (Missions & Counseling Pastor) and Pastor Brandon Vieth (Student Ministries Pastor). Pastor Bob and Pastor Brandon dive into the life of Barnabas, and what made him a hero for God!
Heroes aren't born, they're made. Behind every struggling hero in the making is a faithful God who keeps His word. You eventually become exactly like the God or gods you serve. God's goal is that you listen to His voice above all the other voices clamoring for your attention. These are the powerful lessons you'll learn in this, the continuation of our series entitled "Heroes and Underdogs."
Everybody loves a hero — but do you know what it takes to be one? In this message you’ll learn how generosity is a key trait of a real hero as we examine the life of Abram, a hero of the Jewish and Christian faiths. Once you’re done listening, you’ll be inspired to be generous in your trek toward being a modern day hero!
In our second message in the series “Heroes and Underdogs”, Next Steps Pastor, Joe Ercoli teaches on the story of Abraham, to demonstrate that anyone can be used by God
It’s been said that if you want to make everyone happy, don’t be a leader, sell ice cream. Great leadership requires teamwork, interdependence and a commitment to a vision bigger than you. Here is a powerful message, based on the lives of four people that will help you understand how working together brings supernatural victory.
This final message in our series is sure to help you soar! You’ll learn about the significance of Jesus’ position at the right hand of his Father — and your new position in Christ as a result. But that’s not all. You’ll also understand how your new position opens the door for your entirely new life in Christ!
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The majority of life's unnecessary hardships can almost always be traced back to a lack of rich time in God's word, the Bible. By the time you finish listening to this message, you'll be well on your way to embracing this truth -- and inspired to make the changes in your life so that unnecessary hardships are greatly reduced. Until the Bible starts reading you, you're not really reading the Bible. Find out what it means to "binge read" the Bible, and why Bible binge reading can positively transform your life.
Filters often hinder us from going deeper in our relationships. Both with others around us, and in our relationship with Christ. In this message, you'll learn how to break down the filters in your life! Special message by Pastor Brandon Vieth, Student Ministries Pastor at Grace Fellowship
The Bible has a lot to say about “modern” idols. As it turns out, a lot of issues Paul addresses in the New Testament are just as relevant today! Special message by Pastor Bob Tome, Missions and Counseling Pastor at Grace Fellowship.
The Bible speaks about every significant issue we can imagine. In this message, the continuation of our “What the Bible say about” series, Pastor Michael Anthony will help you think more comprehensively about your life in light of eternity. But he’ll do more than cause you to think. He’ll help you make adjustments so that your life is maximized!
In natural battles, sports, and in almost every area of life, the person or people who surrender always lose. The exact opposite, however, is true when it comes to winning with God. This message is bound to positively change your life so that winning becomes your new normal. Share it with a friend, and start winning God's way!
In this special message tag-teamed by Pastor Joe Ercoli (Next Steps Pastor at Grace Fellowship) and Shannon Lewis (Groups Director at Grace Fellowship), we learn What the Bible Says About Sharing Your Faith. With dynamic stories, practical ways to gro, and how to genuinely share your faith with others, Pastor Joe and Shannon will equip you with the knowledge to take your faith to the next level!
The first in our series, “What the Bible Says About . . .” is sure to help you gain a new perspective about what it means to walk in God’s power and freedom. This message, “how to overcome satanic strongholds” may be the very thing you need to hear. It may be exactly what you need to share with your friends, too.
Special Q&A Panel by all four of our Pastors at Grace Fellowship. This message wraps up ours series, A Call for Courage. Questions were texted in by the congregation and answered LIVE!
Pastor Michael Anthony Lead Pastor
Pastor Joe Ercoli Next Steps Pastor
Pastor Brandon Vieth Student Ministries Pastor
Pastor Bob Tome Missions and Counseling Pastor
If you're not bringing the Bible to bear on the specific issues of the day, you're missing out. Is your life characterized as being an inch deep and a mile wide, or deeply rooted and immovable? This message will help you understand not only the seriousness of the times in which we live, but also how to navigate through them with tremendous success.
Pastor Michael Anthony’s brand new book, A Call for Courage, is available now! In this special interview with Dimas Salaberrios (author of Street God), Pastor Mike dives into the book and his heart behind writing it.
Get the Book Here! https://tinyurl.com/yadeslkd
Recorded Live at Grace Fellowship
As a worldwide missionary, teacher, and speaker, Pastor Dimas Salaberrios (Author of the book Street God) has shared the Gospel of Jesus Christ on every continent except Antarctica. Among his ministry exploits, he has aided pastors in Kenya, smuggled Bibles to the persecuted church in China, and ignited revival in New Zealand.
You can watch The Dynamic Life with Pastor Dimas weekly on the Word Network and catch his national radio broadcasts weekdays on Salem Communications.
In this Special Message at Grace Fellowship, Pastor Dimas speaks about his life before Christ, as well as being detained and arrested AFTER coming to Christ
We guarantee you never thought about goals and achievement the way you’re about to think about them in this powerful, practical message. Careful listening will not only set you up for success over the next 12 months, but very possibly for the rest of your life!
Special Message by Pastor Brandon Vieth
When we think we know the rules, but we are wrong, it can drastically mess with the game. It’s about time we figure out the rules to love.
This special message was given by Ravi Zacharias on Saturday, October 14th, the first of two messages given at Grace Fellowship. Introduction by Pastor Michael Anthony.
This special message was given by Ravi Zacharias on Sunday, October 15th, the second of two messages given at Grace Fellowship. Introduction by Pastor Michael Anthony.
2017 National Week of Repentance
This special message is the one delivered on the final day of the 2017 National Week of Repentance. With a focus on what it means to truly love God and live for Jesus in these last days, this message is sure to ignite your life for God. Share it with a friend, and help them take their walk with God to a deeper, higher place.
This opening message for the 2017 National Week of Repentance is sure to help you think deeply, reflect on your life and legacy, and draw you closer to God. It’s a fresh look at one of the most famous passages in the Bible, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14. As you listen and make adjustments in your life and family, think about others who need to hear this message, and share it with them.
Special Message by Pastor Bob Tome
Serving is not about who we are or what church we belong to. It’s about serving Christ who offered forgiveness from sin and paid the debt before God to make it happen. Service is about Jesus and to honor Jesus. It’s not salvation but a result of being saved.
Special Message by Pastor Joe Ercoli
Do you want to experience an ever-deepening relationship with God through His Word? Do you long to grow in intimacy with the Lord through prayer? If you’ve answered YES to either of these questions then message is for you! Don’t miss out on learning how you can experience the power of preading in your own life!
Special Message by Pastor Bob Tome
Is your life barren or is your life fruitful? In this message, we’ll look at an example in scripture of a man who made the mistake of stepping into sin, and suffered the consequences.
America needs a bath. In this opening message for the National Week of Repentance (RevivalMatters.com), Michael Anthony takes us into God’s word to understand what God looks for among His people whenever He wants to do a mighty work. It’s time for a real revival in our nation – and that revival needs to begin with you.
Every church should be a place where The Great Physician, Jesus Christ, can comfort, restore and heal the lives of hurting, broken people. This special message is brief because it was followed by an open time for the entire audience to deal candidly with their hurts and sins. It was a time of public confession of sin and restoration that is sure to be remembered for a long time. Due to the sensitive nature of the confessions, they were not included in this podcast. As you listen, ask God to move in your life for His glory. Let Jesus do what He does best.
Special Message from Pastor Bob Tome, Missions and Counseling Pastor at Grace Fellowship.
Special Message by Pastor Brandon Vieth
Are you dead or are you alive? Your sins brings death and we all have a choice to either put to death our sin or we will die, but the choice is ours. If you have life, are you truly living or do you just have breath in your lungs?
What are some real world ways to “Go, and make disciples”? This message offers practical steps to live that out in your daily walk with Christ.
It’s time. Everything else in life can wait, but this can’t. It’s time for a national week of repentance, October 11-18, 2015. In this message, you’ll know what it means to “move that bottle.”
It’s time you become a bottle mover, for such a time as this. For more information, visit www.revivalmatters.com. Spread the word.
It’s time. We cannot leave our current national problems to a future generation to solve. Right now is the time. No amount of the wrong solution will compensate for the absence of the right solution. Only God can fill the void that only God was made to fill. Leadership is not simply recognizing the problem – it’s about coming up with the solution to the problem. Our nation, and many people and families, have serious problems. The question is, what can we DO about these problems? It’s time to let God get your life, your family, your church – and this nation – together. If not now, then when? If not you, then who? Now is the time for people around our nation to embrace the real solution for the epic problems we are facing. What is it? Listen and find out. Your life, and perhaps this nation, may turn around as a result.
There are four questions you can ask yourself, your family and within your church that will absolutely transform everything. They will positively, radically change everything. Do you know what they are? You will after you listen to this life ALTAR-ing message.
What Do You Do With A Sinning Saint?
Which will it be – divine discipline or real restoration? What do we do when a Christian sins and that sin affects other people in significant, deep ways? Should the person who has sinned undergo “church discipline” or be forgiven and restored? What are the circumstances that Christians, church leaders and churches must consider? And, what about you? What if you (or someone you know) has sinned in a deep, permeating way? How do you respond so that God can forgive, heal and restore?
Every Christian – and every church – will eventually be faced with the important choice of what to do with a sinning saint. In such instances, it’s all too easy to exalt the sin and Satan rather than the Savior. This message will help you look at what God says on the matter, so that the choice you make follows His heart and wisdom – and always exalts the Savior. When this happens, the floodgates of forgiveness, healing and restoration open wide.
Think you understand the Lord’s Supper and baptism? Think again. If you’re not Jewish, and are unfamiliar with the Old Testament, you probably don’t appreciate them the way you will after listening to this special message.
Little by little, the Constitution of United States is being undermined and marginalized. Little by little, freedoms are being taken away. And, this is being done by people in positions of authority. Many people who should be protecting freedom and guarding the Constitution are undermining it.
Obedience and submission to authority are important – unless those in authority are threatening freedom. There comes a time when freedom must be rescued. That time has come for America.
What is happening in the United States and what are the consequences for the biblical Jesus and biblical Christianity? What are the consequences for freedom itself, and what should you be doing about it at this vital time while history is being written?
It’s time for us to do our part, together. It’s time to rescue freedom.
There are times when it’s absolutely dangerous to participate in the Lord’s Supper, or “Communion.” Do you know when those times are? And, what is the relationship between the Passover lambs in Exodus 12 and Jesus’ sacrifice? Why weren’t Jesus’ bones broken, and why was His side pierced? You’ll get the answers to these vital questions in this life-igniting message, and appreciate the seriousness of the Lord’s Supper like never before.
“Unoffendable” may not be an actual word – but it should be. We ignore people. We leave churches. We become bitter – all because we won’t forgive and we become offended.
Janet Paolicelli, Godfactor co-founder and wife of Michael Anthony, is passionate about what the Bible teaches on forgiveness. This message was delivered at Grace Fellowship in York, Pennsylvania’s “Revive” gathering for women, but it will ignite your life for God and challenge you to ask and answer these vital questions:
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Can forgiveness happen without a sacrifice?
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Can relationships happen without forgiveness?
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Is it a sign of weakness or courage to forgive someone?
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What are the real reasons why we won’t forgive?
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How can we move from being offended to becoming unoffendable?
Are you unoffendable? You just may be after listening to this life-igniting, two-part message.
“Unoffendable” may not be an actual word – but it should be. We ignore people. We leave churches. We become bitter – all because we won’t forgive and we become offended.
Janet Paolicelli, Godfactor co-founder and wife of Michael Anthony, is passionate about what the Bible teaches on forgiveness. This message was delivered at Grace Fellowship in York, Pennsylvania’s “Revive” gathering for women, but it will ignite your life for God and challenge you to ask and answer these vital questions:
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Can forgiveness happen without a sacrifice?
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Can relationships happen without forgiveness?
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Is it a sign of weakness or courage to forgive someone?
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What are the real reasons why we won’t forgive?
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How can we move from being offended to becoming unoffendable?
Are you unoffendable? You just may be after listening to this life-igniting, two-part message.
What if culture, legislation, or court decisions demand that you compromise on your God-given invitation to glorify God? Will you give in? You may have already begun to do so without realizing it. Now is the time to get back on track, and stay there -- for the glory of God. Are you a tenacious Christian? If not, you don't understand what being a Christian is really about. By examining the lives of five tenacious people -- people who refused to compromise on their calling to worship and love God -- you'll learn what tenacity looks like so that you, too, can glorify and enjoy God like never before.
What does the Bible actually say about healthy, appropriate sexual activity? Is there a difference between same-sex attraction and sexual activity between two people of the same sex? Does the Bible approve of same-sex marriage? These are some of the key questions that are asked and answered in this message, part of the companion series for Pastor Michael Anthony’s book, “A Call for Courage.” It’s a message you’ll not only appreciate, but will also want to share with those who want answers about sex and sexuality in modern America.
America is in the midst of a “We must obey God rather than man” moment. It’s time for people of faith, who embrace historic Judeo-Christian values, to arise with courageous humility. This message will help you understand the significance of a recent decision by the United States Supreme Court and what it means for Bible believing people everywhere. Listen. Share. Put into action.
Guest speaker Pastor Brandon Vieth, Student Ministries Pastor at Grace Fellowship, teaches how to leave our baggage behind, and move forward with God’s plan for our lives!
Message 5 in our series, "A Call For Courage" based on the book by Pastor Michael Anthony. Guest speaker Pastor Joe Ercoli, Next Steps Pastor at Grace Fellowship, teaches how to live out our faith, rather than simply watching from the sidelines.
Special Q&A Panel by all four of our Pastors at Grace Fellowship. Questions were texted in by the congregation and answered LIVE! Pastor Michael Anthony Lead Pastor Pastor Joe Ercoli Next Steps Pastor Pastor Brandon Vieth Student Ministries Pastor Pastor Bob Tome Missions and Counseling Pastor
Special Q&A Panel by all four of our Pastors at Grace Fellowship. Questions were texted in by the congregation and answered LIVE! Pastor Michael Anthony Lead Pastor Pastor Joe Ercoli Next Steps Pastor Pastor Brandon Vieth Student Ministries Pastor Pastor Bob Tome Missions and Counseling Pastor
America won't be changed through timid means -- but it will take a revolution of courageous humility to turn things around. This is the message to begin the movement in our nation. Michael Anthony lays out the 4 simple, practical steps essential to the movement of courageous humility our nation needs, including:
- Reject the "Majority Myth"
- Simplify your life
- LEAD
- Stop using the "Rapture" and return of Christ as escape clauses they were never meant to be
This is the message you need to share with your friends as you join the movement and recruit others!
Message 2 in our companion series to the book, "A Call for Courage." Courage is not something anyone is born with -- it's something we develop if we really want it. Courage is the byproduct of something else. Find out what it is, and cultivate your courage, starting right now.
The first message in Michael Anthony's series, "A Call for Courage," bearing the same name as the book he penned. Often, in America, Christianity has become known as the "anti-religion." That is, Christians are often known for what they stand against, but not what they stand for. This message will turn things around in your life, family and church as you embrace 3 things for which you should be known.
Special Message by Dr. Jared Pingleton, Vice President of the American Association of Christian Counselors
Special Message by Pastor Bob Tome, Missions and Counseling Pastor at Grace Fellowship (graceyork.com)
These days, it’s often easy to put a label on people, rather than just seeing them as a person with value and worth. In this message, we’ll look through the Bible at examples of how to see others as God sees them!
What would happen if you took Jesus' words in Matthew 7:24-28 seriously? You'd have the potential to be a rockstar -- someone whose entire life is built on Jesus Christ and His teaching. When the storms of life come, you'll be able to stand. This final message in Pastor Michael Anthony's series through the entire book of Acts will help you appreciate what it looks like to live like a rockstar, so you can thrive for Jesus Christ.
All four Gospels show Jesus, after His resurrection, doing things that defy human capability. Why? If the idea was to fabricate stories about Jesus to make them believable, why include stories that are otherwise unbelievable? In this message, Michael Anthony explores the account of the vanishing, re-appearing Jesus. It’s part of what makes the unbelievable story of Jesus . . . believable.
This message is a rousing finale to our series through the entire Gospel of Luke! Think you understand the importance of Jesus’ ascension? Think again. There are HUGE consequences for Jesus – and for you. Once you understand the ascension, you’ll realize that EVERYTHING IS BENEATH YOU!
Are you really at peace with God? What about with people? Racism rages when we forget that God created us all. It’s time to settle your peace with God and people while you still have time. Why postpone peace? The alternative is misery. It’s time to settle the issue of being at peace with God and with people.
After vanishing in Emmaus, Jesus suddenly reappears in Jerusalem to the eleven apostles and other believers – and he asks for something to eat. Why would food be on the newly resurrected Jesus’ mind, and why was it important for the disciples to see Him eat? And, what life-changing promise does Jesus make to them that is also for every believer today – the game-changer that gives us supernatural power to do what would otherwise be impossible? This message will fire you up for the real Jesus, who gives real power to real believers.
Have you noticed that there appear to be major differences and contradictions in the Gospels? This message helps address them, along with the false notion that Jesus didn’t judge. By the time you’re done listening, you’ll have a new appreciation for what the Bible teaches, and it will definitely boost your faith and ignite your walk with God. Share it with a friend who may struggle believing the Bible is true and accurate. You may give them exactly the boost they need.
You can’t expect to hit a target you aren’t aiming for. Here’s a message that will help you know what you should aim for – so you hit it consistently, with growing momentum, throughout your life. It’s time you hit your bullseye. Share this message with your friends so they can start hitting theirs, too.
What would it be like if all the sin in all the world, for all of time, gathered together in one place? Here’s your chance to find out – because it happened. The consequences for you, however, are even more staggering.
To build your faith, lift your Bible. A consipracy is underway, and it threatens to keep you from reaching your fullest potential for God. It’s subtle, undermining, satanic and belittling. Do you know what it is? Looking to fire yourself up for God? This message will ignite your life and keep you from being part of the conspiracy against God.
What if every trial you face really isn’t about you? Do you know what’s really going on when you face persecution for Jesus Christ? In today’s world, you need to know – because knowing will help you stand strong in Christ when you would otherwise stumble and fall. This message will help you appreciate the trials in your life so that you know what they’re really about. Once you know, you’ll be able to handle each one from God’s perspective – and come out a winner every single time.
Setbacks pave the way for comebacks. It’s been said that he who laughs last laughs best. This is true when it comes to spiritual warfare. Satan is a powerful adversary – but did you know that if you are a follower of God you have an invincible Advocate in Jesus Christ? Nowhere is this more true than in the story of Simon Peter, who was told – in advance – that he would deny Jesus three times. But Peter’s failure was no match for the grace and power of God. Jesus Himself was pulling for Peter – and He’s pulling for you, too.
Don’t worry, you have an Advocate. Nothing Satan can throw your way is a match for the Matchless Advocate you have in Jesus Christ. Listen, learn and be encouraged. Share this message with your friends because they need to know how to handle the adversary when he comes knocking.
Here’s a story you think you know – but knowing it is only half the story. Understand the significance of the Skull, the Sign and the Paradise and find motivation to live for Christ like never before.
William Booth said, “The tendency of fire is to go out. Therefore, watch the fire on the altar of your heart.” Are you on fire for Jesus Christ? This message will help you understand how Jesus prayed – and how you are to pray. It will help you understand why Jesus allowed Himself to be separated from His Father so that you could have peace.
What is the “Night Time Bible Reading Society” – and are you an unwitting member? This message will help you understand – and run away as fast as you can. Did Jesus judge? What was his view on the use of weapons? What does the Bible teach about slavery? Understanding Jesus’ view on these super-hot topics will help you develop your views, too. After all, if you’re going to follow Jesus, it’s vital to know what He believes. Many people have used the Bible to support false, dangerous views that put people into bondage rather than setting them free. This message will help set the record straight on what Jesus believes about judging, weapons and slavery.
Jesus spent three years saying things that mesmerized the crowds and the leaders of Israel. He performed miracles at will. So, why didn’t Jesus say or do a single similar thing when He faced the Sanhedrin, Pontus Pilate or Herod? This is the case of the True Prophet, who, in His darkest hour, didn’t do a single thing. Why – and what are the implications for YOU?
Are you courageous or cowardly? This message will build your faith, as you come to understand the tremendous significance of Jesus being seated at the right hand of His Father. The consequences for you, a believer, are huge. This message will help you say goodby to fear and hello to courage. It’s a great one to share with friends!
It’s a dramatic turning point in Jesus’ life and ministry – everything seems to be unraveling. But is it? We all think we know the story of the Apostle Peter denying Jesus three times – but that’s only half the story. There is far more to appreciating what Peter did once we appreciate what Jesus was doing. A fresh look at this ancient passage will surely ignite your life for God
Jesus finally has His day in court with the Pharisees, Sadducees, Scribes and Elders of Israel – and it doesn’t go well at all – or does it, after all? Explore the details of Jesus’ trial before the Sanhedrin, and understand why it happened exactly as it did.
As Christians, we often hear about forgiveness, but rarely put it into practice by forgiving others. In this message, given by our Missions and Counseling Pastor - Bob Tome – you’ll get practical and biblical steps on how to practice forgiveness in your own life!
Special Messages by all four Pastors at Grace Fellowship (graceyork.com) on Easter Sunday!
Pastor Bob Tome Missions and Counseling Pastor
Pastor Brandon Vieth Student Ministries Pastor
Pastor Joe Ercoli Next Steps Pastor
Pastor Michael Anthony Lead Pastor
Special Passion Week Message
What happened to Jesus during the final 24 hours of his life on earth fulfilled dozens of specific Old Testament prophecies -- yet those prophecies were made between 500-1,500 years before He was even born! Obliterating the law of "compound probability," the likelihood of Jesus fulfilling all these prophecies within 24 hours is 1 in 33,000,000.
Yes, the Bible is a book that people couldn't write if they would and wouldn't write if they could. It's a book like no other, proving that Jesus really is God, Savior and your very best friend. This message will help you appreciate what Jesus did for you leading up to and including the cross, and help you live for God as a result.
There are two major motivators in all of life. One wreaks havoc and the other builds beauty. Your decision on which will dominate your life will make all the difference in this world – and the world to come.
This is a great message for you – and for anyone you know who is unsure about the identity of Jesus Christ. Was Jesus out of His mind? Why in the world did He put himself at risk – continually – by saying and doing the things He did in the particular locations He chose? Was He out of His mind – or was He being deliberate in how, when and where He acted? You will be amazed at how intentional Jesus was – in ways you never imagined – after listening to this exciting message. You’ll also understand the beautiful differences between “mercy” and “grace” and gain a fresh understanding of what God gives everyone the moment they give their life to Him as Savior and God.
What do YOU think? Was Jesus out of His mind, or was He going out of His way, to ensure His listeners would make no mistake about His identity and respond appropriately? The right conclusion will change your life – forever.
God’s given you talent – what are you doing with it? Ten people are each given the same amount of money to make something of their lives. Who succeeds, and who fails – and why? This message will inspire you to be all you can be for the glory of God by wisely investing the valuable “mina” God has given to you.
In speaking about the world situation before His return, Jesus said “Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all has taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away” (Luke 21:32-33). But what did he mean in saying this? He also said “watch yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkennes and cares of this llife, and that day come upon you suddenly like a trap” Luke 21:34).
Are you ready for the return of Christ? And, does it really matter if Christ returns tomorrow or not for many, many years? Once you listen to this message, you’ll realize that the timing of Jesus’ return, while important, is not nearly as important as how we live until that time. Listen carefully and share it with your friends, so that Christ’s return doesn’t come upon you, or your friends and family, suddenly like a trap.
Jesus continually said and did the right things at the right time to make his point unmistakable. In this amazing passage, He does it again. In this message, you’ll face the ultimate decision – the one upon which every other decision in life will be based. Find out what it is, and take your life to a deeper, higher place with God. And, share it with your friends.
“Coincidentally” timed to align with America’s first National Week of Repentance, this message will draw you nearer to God and help you appreciate the importance of self-examination. It’s a topic so important that Pastor Mike would drive over fourteen hours straight, with nearly no sleep, to deliver it. Find out why – because it will positively impact your life.
Which would you like to have dominate your life, fear or faith? What will be the “sign” before the return of Christ – and will you be ready? Are we living in the last days, and if so, how bad will things get before the end? This message will banish fear, build your faith and help you live in these trying times. Ignite your life, and share it with your friends, because they need encouragement, too.
What’s the difference between success and failure? You may be surprised – and empowered – once you understand. There are two questions you should be asking yourself – and asking God – throughout each and every day. Your family should be asking them. Your church leaders should be asking them. The absence or presence of these two questions – and answering them correctly – makes all the difference between success or failure. Find out what these two powerful questions are, so that every area of your life can begin to soar. While you’re at it, why not share this message with your friends and help them soar, too?
What am I? “I’m loved and appreciated by some, hated and resisted by others – yet I’m necessary for the establishment and expansion of God’s Kingdom.” You’ll learn the answer to this riddle, and so much more, in this message from Luke 20:1-8.
Jesus did many things that were not humanly possible – and so did His apostles. In fact, those who are called by Jesus to lead the Church are called to do the impossible continually. How do mere mortals do the impossible? In this message, we explore the real source of Jesus’ power – and the power behind anyone humble enough to follow Him.
How significant is America in biblical prophecy? What does it mean to be a Christian living in America these days? Do Muslims and Christians really worship the same God? If you live in America and you are a Christian, this message will wake you up – perhaps just in time – while we still have time. Share it with your friends, because they need to hear it, too.
Keep Your Cool. Stay the Course. Follow the Leader. This is how you can live in the midst of the increasingly crazy world we live in – once you understand what Jesus says about life in the “End Times.” How are we supposed to live while we wait for Jesus’ return? Listen to this message and you’ll keep your cool, stay the course and follow the Leader. Share it with your friends and help them do the same. Don’t fret, go down rabbit-trails or get distracted. Ignite your life with this life-ALTARing message and you may never be the same.
If you ever find yourself between a rock and a hard place, take heart. Jesus did – often. The way Jesus handled his “no win” situations is the same way you can handle yours, and come out on top every single time. It all has to do with identity. A right understanding of Who Jesus is will help you land on your feet every single time. This message, from Luke 20:20-26, will take your walk with God to the next level – and that will positively impact everything about you, your family, your church and beyond.
Some people are so focused on the “end times” that they are of no use here and now. Are we living in “the end of days”? Is Jesus’ coming back soon? What did Jesus have to say about His return and the times and circumstances preceding the end of all things? This message will help you zero in on the way a real disciple should be living in light of Jesus’ return and world events. This message will help you discover – or rediscover – how a real Christ-follower should be living as we await the return of Jesus Christ and near the end of all things. It’s a great message to share with friends, as many people are missing what we cannot afford to miss.
What’s the point of the Bible? There are many ways to read it – but only one way will make the best possible difference in your life and legacy. What’s the best way to read and apply the Bible – and why does it matter? Hold on to your seat as you learn the answer to these questions and ignite your life for God.
There are two tragedies you need to avoid in life – and one mystery you need to solve. This message will help you avoid the tragedies and solve the mystery. What are you waiting for? Jump in and let your transformation begin!
Nearing the end of our series, The Book of Acts: How Christians Live, we look at Paul's life in Acts 28, and see that God can use an honest person. Stick around for a surprise guest at the end!
Here’s a story about a “little” man who may not be so little after all. It may be your story, too. Wherever you are in your journey, this message will help you understand how God forgives, what He looks for and who is doing the “seeking” after all. It’s time you climb a sycamore tree. Jesus is passing by – but He won’t pass you by if you learn a lesson from the life of Zaccheus. A great message to share with friends.
Your desperation can be your greatest asset. Right now, things are happening in your life that are so important you can’t afford to not follow Jesus Christ. In this eye-opening message, you will:
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Understand how one man’s desperation became his greatest asset, and how you can follow in his footsteps.
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Understand the identity of Jesus Christ so that you are motivated to love and enjoy Him deeply.
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Understand how Jesus fulfilled God’s promise to David in the Davidic Covenant – and why it matters to you.
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Know how to tell if you are really building your life on the identity of Jesus Christ, which is enough to supercharge your life.
Message 79 in our Life of Christ message series through the entire Gospel of Luke.
Share this message with someone you know who may have embraced a false Jesus and a false Gospel. By doing so, you just might help them experience forgiveness, salvation and freedom that is found in the real Jesus and the real Gospel.
The “Night Time Bible Reading Society” strikes again in this unforgettable message that will help you watch out for the “Fugazi Jesus” and the “Fugazi Gospel.” They’re out there, literally – and extremely dangerous.
Message 78 in our “Life of Christ” message series is sure to make you laugh and cry. This potent message will help you consider and discover – or rediscover – the following:
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The greatest news ever told, known as “The Gospel” and what it means for you and every single person on the earth.
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Members of the “Night Time Bible Reading Society” abound – and are extremely dangerous. Are you an unsuspecting member? Have you begun to listen to believe in a “Fugazi” Jesus” and a “Fugazi Gospel”? The real, biblical Jesus is the only Jesus worth following – but if you’re not careful, you might make the fateful mistake of embracing a false Jesus. If you do that, you
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The importance of the “bad news” that is part of the “good news” known as “The Gospel” – and why this bad news is so VITAL for you each and every single day of your life;
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Why it’s important to take the FULL counsel of what the Bible teaches about the life, teachings and miracles of Jesus Jesus Christ – or you could embrace a Fugazi Jesus, a Fugazi Gospel, and suffer eternally damaging consequences.
Share this message with someone you know who may have embraced a false Jesus and a false Gospel. By doing so, you just might help them experience forgiveness, salvation and freedom that is found in the real Jesus and the real Gospel.
Get ready for the rest of your life – Jesus really is coming back. What did Jesus say about His return, and what are the consequences for you? How can you be ready, each and every day? Listen to this message in its entirety and you’ll not only understand what this thirty day “revolution” is, but also how it can become a reality for you. You really can live each day eager and ready for Jesus’ return. This message will show you how.
There are three big obstacles you will face in life. You may be facing one or all three of them right now: temptation, forgiveness and a faith crisis. Any one of these can derail you, set you back, and put you on a very long road to recovery. In fact, some people never fully recover once they fall into one of these traps. But you can overcome each and every one of these if you apply what’s taught in this powerful message. Share it with a friend, too. Chances are, everyone needs to hear this.
If you think God sees you as a worthless piece of junk, you will have tremendous difficulty loving and enjoying Him. Many of us believe this – even partially, and it’s creating unhelpful distance between us and our Maker. In fact, every choice you’ve made, are making, or are about to make is a direct reflection of what you believe about God – and what you think He believes about you. The truth is that you’re not junk. God didn’t make junk and Jesus wouldn’t die for junk. You are truly one in a million, of tremendous value to God. In fact, you’re one among millions and millions. You’ll discover what this means if you listen to this message in it’s entirety. Doing so will change your view of yourself, your view of God, and your enjoyment of Him. Everything about you will begin to change, for the best. Let God take the load off your back by setting you free.
This is a message worth listening to in it’s entirety, even if you need to break your listening up into segments – because listening to all of it will help you understand the tremendous difference between being “unworthy” before God, and being “worth” a great deal to Him. Listen to this special message that will help you love and enjoy God like never before. Why not share it with a friend, too? Chances are, you probably know at least one person who needs to know what God REALLY thinks about them. The truth about God will set them free, and you’ll be God’s vessel in the process. Now that’s freeing . .
How much money is enough? How can you tell if you are rich or poor? What role does money play in your walk with God – both now and in the life to come? Jesus gives the answers in this unforgettable message that will help you leave, follow and repeat. Find out how much money is dangerous so you don’t endanger your very life.
Ever thought God didn’t care for you? You’re about to have your world rocked in a way that could make everything that’s happened to you up to this point your warm-up act for God’s best. Pastor Mike is “on fire” for this message – and for good reason. Think you know Jesus? You’re about to understand the consequences of Him being your Prophet, Priest and King of Kings.
If you’re driving, pull over before you start listening. You may get blown away. (We warned you).
Sometimes, life is what happens to us when we’re making other plans. Does life seem unfair? Do you feel like you’ve gotten a bum wrap? You may be right. In fact, Jesus knew you’d experience these kinds of frustrations – which is why He introduced His followers to the widow who packed a powerful punch. He’d like to introduce her to you, too, so you can learn how to face problems with the kind of perseverance that’s essential for victorious living.
If you are a follower of God – or are exploring whether or not you should be – you can learn a lesson from the widow with the powerful punch and start throwing a few knock-out blows yourself.
For this message, Pastor Mike mixed up two eggs, a quarter cup of water, 2/3 cup of oil and a box of dark chocolate brownie mix to illustrate the ingredients of a “justified” life. You can know the truth of what it’s like to be “just as if you never sinned.” Listen to this message and you’ll know the importance of a “justified” life, and how to experience it.
If you're ready to take your life to the next level, you just found the message that will send you into orbit. "Don't let your circumstances fool you" is the message you've been waiting to hear. Share it with your friends.
What’s the relationship between your present lifestyle and your lifestyle in the life to come? It’s more than you might realize. Life is happening – right now – and if you don’t live it on purpose, you might find yourself regretting it for a very long time. Live a life without regrets. Right now.
God has a definite calling on your life – no matter who you are. This message will help you understand what it is, and how to embrace it so that every area of your life begins to positively change.
You will understand the difference between good and great leadership, how God wants you to journey through the challenges of life, and why the United States of America is facing a series of crises of epic proportions – crises that you will navigate through much better if you pursue God’s definite calling on your life.
Spell this word and you’re almost there. Start living it and your capacity to enjoy the kind of relationship for which God created you will expand. Are you single, hoping to someday be married? Married, but in need of a marriage “tune-up”? Separated or divorced? Remarried? If you have a major relationship in your life, or are seeking one, this message will whet your appetite for how to improve it dramatically. It’s time to learn and live the simple ten letter word that will improve everything about you.
Right now, you are in an epic drama. What role do you play, and why is your role so very important? This message will help you answer these questions, so you can enjoy God and live with purpose.
Believing a myth can cause tremendous embarrassment, difficulty, and stress. Have you set yourself up for hardship by embracing the “mother” of all myths? Avoid the myth, and walk in the light like never before.
Some problems are awkward to address because of the different views people have in solving them. Cowards cower, but great leaders have courage. They do what is best and right regardless of what others may fear. Courage is a precondition for being an excellent leader – and Jesus again demonstrates that He is The Leader of leaders. If you want to learn how to be a great leader, follow The Leader.
In this passage, you’ll learn about the elephant in the room when it comes to loving, serving and glorifying God. He’s the elephant that could keep you from reaching your fullest potential in life. Do you see him? It’s time you do – and time you show him the exit.
All of us are runners. It’s a matter of whether we are running to or from God. More often than not, something is keeping us at arm’s length from God, and so we run from Him. Many of us have recreated God – or an aspect about God – that is entirely false and it’s hindering our enjoyment of Him deeply. If we really understood the love of God we would run to him. You’ll be motivated to run toward God, not away from Him, in this life-changing message.
There’s hope for you – and for anyone. Your sin – no matter how bizarre, gross, serious or haunting, is no obstacle for God. Do you keep God at arms length, when God is not doing that to you? Many people have problems understanding the forgiveness, restoration and salvation that Jesus alone offers, but in this message, based on just 211 words from the Bible, you can embrace and enjoy the forgiveness, hope and encouragement that only Jesus can provide. It’s a message that’s not only good for you, but also for the people in your life. Share it, and set someone free.
Most of us understand at least a little about the crucifixion of Jesus Christ – but did you know there is another crucifixion as well? It’s one you may have forgotten, or may not even be aware of at all. Knowing, however, could change everything. In this potent podcast, you’ll explore the other crucifixion that has eternal consequences here and now.
Eventually, we all wonder about where we’ll end up after this life. Will we make it into the eternal presence of God, or be cast away from Him, forever? Jesus says “Strive to enter through the narrow door.” But what is the “narrow door”, and how can a person pass through it? In this message, you’ll discover the answers – and determine whether the narrow door is wide enough for you.
Some people’s names are written in heaven. And other’s aren’t. How can we make such a bold statement? Because it’s not our statement – it’s Jesus’. In part two of “Miss This, Miss Everything”, you’ll be able to tell whether or not your name is written in heaven. Take a virtual trip into the past, and listen to the words of Jesus for yourself on this eternally significant topic. Great to share with your friends, too. And, don’t forget to listen to Part 1.
Message #47 in our series through the Gospel of Luke.
What was the real sin of Sodom, and why did God destroy that city? And, is there any sin worse than the sin of Sodom that someone could commit today? In this message, Pastor Michael Anthony will walk us through Luke 10:1-12 as we examine the expanding ministry of Jesus in His day, into ours. In chapter 9 we saw Jesus send out the twelve Apostles for ministry. But in this chapter, Jesus’ ministry grows, as he sends out 72 more. What is the signficance of the 72, and why would Jesus speak so strongly against the people whom He knew, beforehand, would reject them?
You may have heard it said that “Jesus didn’t judge anyone.” But in this message you will examine that claim and see what the Bible says for yourself.
Anyone can say they love God – but what’s the proof? How is Jesus’ life the ultimate example of what it means to truly love? In this potent message, you’ll see love in a whole new way. In fact, it may even change your life.
Message 44 in our verse-by-verse series through the Gospel of Luke.
Why in the world would Jesus get in a boat and deliberately head into an area where a man was plagued with thousands of demons? Find out why – and understand God’s purpose in your life, too!
Message 34, covering Luke 8:26-39, in our verse-by-verse message series through the entire Gospel of Luke.
In this message through the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Michael Anthony addresses the arrival of Jesus, and how there are really only two kinds of people in life. After listening to this message, you’ll know which one you are.
Have a past? Do you think it’s an obstacle for God? Absolutely not! This life-changing message will inspire you to let God take care of the obstacles in your life so that you begin to soar. Let your personal revolution begin this powerful message!
In this life-igniting message, Michael Anthony teaches you how to read and enjoy the Bible so you can feed yourself on God’s word for the rest of your life. Hold onto your seat and open your heart. Your master class on how to read and apply the Bible is about to begin!
Not all physical problems are physical problems. Not all leaders are leaders. Not all ministry is ministry. In this message, we’ll see how Jesus leads, why He did things the way He did, and why we should do things that enable Him to do the “cooking.” Your marriage, relationships, leadership and ministry will enter an entirely new dimension as you learn what it means to see things from God’s perspective as you lead, minister and move with God.
There are three big mistakes you can make with God. In this message, you’ll learn what they are – and how to avoid them.
There are many false Jesus’ out there – and many false ideas of how to get to heaven. Embracing the real Jesus, and the real Gospel, has ramifications in this life and the life to come. Accept not substitutes, because doing so could prove eternally fatal. Follow the real Jesus, and understand the real Gospel, and live your life as an overflow.
What is the secret to a blessed life? God definitely wants to bless you – and you have more of a say in the matter than you may at first realize. You’ll find yourself among the thousands of people who heard Jesus give this message that is just as relevant today as it was over 2,000 years ago. If you apply what you learn, you’ll be well on your way to living a blessed life.
What would you do if God loaned you something priceless? The truth is, He already has – and you’ve already begun to use it. What is it – and what are you doing with it?
Find out the priceless gift God has given you in this message that’s sure to help you avoid being a maniac in a mosh pit.
Is there a sin a person can commit that is so serious God will never forgive it? In this passage, Pastor Mike helps us understand the “blasphemy against the Holy Spirit”, why it is so serious, and why God will not forgive it – ever. This message is followed by a Q&A time from the audience.
Will the misguided, inept person, in a leadership position, please step away from the platform? Beware, this message could re-ignite your hunger for God, and spare you from heading in the wrong direction as a leader.
No one wants to be a hypocrite. But hypocrisy is the unintional drift of each of us. Without careful attention to our spiritual condition, we will drift in the wrong direction, and can end up misguided, inept and incapable of helping others spiritually. Having a position of leadership does not guarantee you will lead people to the feet of Jesus, following Him closely. It all begins with where you are, first. Discover how to follow Jesus in such a way that you’ll be in a healthy position to positively influence others toward the same.
God wants His blessing unleashed in your life even more than you realize. In this message, you’ll learn the relationship between the spirit world and the natural world, and how to walk in victory.
These are the questions that are raised and answerd in this 51st message in our series through the Gospel of Luke:
-What is the relationship between the spirit world and the natural world?
-How do demons operate, and how are they defeated?
-Why is it that Jesus could cast out demons so easily and consistently?
-What does all of this mean for you, in the 21st century?
Once you explore this passage, you’ll see life in an entirely different light, and have the opportuntiy to start living in entirely different ways.
You might be surprised to learn that the Pharisees, among Jesus’ arch enemies, believed some pretty GOOD things. And, you might be suprised with how much you have in commong with a Pharisee – for better or worse. But becoming too much like a Pharisee is bad news for anyone who wants to love God and reach their potential in Him. In message 53 in our series through Luke’s Gospel, you’ll be able to tell whether or not you are morphing into a Pharisee – and how you can stop the slip.
What will it take to get you to take your next steps in your walk with God? God has given you something unbeatable that should be enough to convince you that Jesus is worthy of your absolute, unconditional surrender. In a word, He’s given you three – but three is all you really need. Don’t seek a fourth. Find out what we mean – and why you don’t need a fourth. It’s time to take your next steps in loving, serving and enjoying Jesus Christ. When you do, you’ll be loving, serving and enjoying God, too.
This message is about YOU! God’s plan for your life will prevail regardless of your circumstances, and looking at Paul’s life in the Book of Acts will help you see how God is working in your life as well!
There are two ways you can go through life when it comes to prayer. You can struggle and fumble, trying to figure out how to do it and how to enjoy it, or you can learn from the expert. God has given us an expert pray-er, and if you will take a lesson from the expert, your whole life – not just your prayer life – will change dramatically.
In this message from Luke 11:1-13, Pastor Mike leads us to the feet of the best pray-er who ever walked the planet. As you learn from the expert, your prayer life – and your life – will take a quantum leap forward.
Did Jesus call you to do that? Maybe not. Sometimes our service for God isn’t what He’s asked us to do. We all struggle with being busy – even in with good intentions, like serving God. But Jesus’ interaction with two people helps us understand the timeless, distinguishing mark of a disciple. Once you understand what Jesus is looking for, everything you do for Him will have a new foundation and motivation.
Stop being distracted, and make sure you are doing the one thing that changes everything.
Message 49 in our series through the Gospel of Luke.
It’s a question asked by people in all civilizations, and it must be answered – correctly. The ramifications are eternally significant. What is the question? And, what is the correct answer?
This message, on Luke 10:25-37, will change your life if you listen carefully to the words of Jesus. Find the answer you need by starting with the most important question.
While you’re at it, roll up your sleeves and take a look at Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Leviticus 19:15-18, Romans 3:20-28 and Galatians 2:21. You’ll be glad you did.
Everything about Jesus pointed to the glory His Father and fulfillment of His purpose. Everything – right down to his underwear. If this is true about Jesus, can it be said of you? Does everything in your life point people to God, and work to fulfill His divine plan? If you are a Christ-follower, it should. In this especially descriptive message, you’ll learn a lesson or two from Jesus about the strategic use of EVERYTHING in your life – for the glory of God. Right down to your underwear.
Message 45 in our series through the entire Gospel of Luke.
How can you hit the mark every single time? Pastor Mike walks us through Luke 9:43-50, with strong reminders of what the main thing is: the death of Jesus Christ.
If first place is everything to us, we will continually fail at putting Jesus ahead of us. Embrace humility and learn how to keep yourself in second place. Tune in!
Serious about God? Serious about your legacy? Serious about wringing the most out of your life? Then you need to be careful about the things you assume.
Who would think that Jesus’ encounter with a young man, troubled throughout his life with a demon, would have relevance for those of us who may not even believe demons exist? You’ll quickly understand as you learn four things YOU should never assume. You just may be surprised – and changed forever.
Whether or not you realize it, God has given you a platform. But you have to be F.A.T. to use it well. See the transfiguration of Jesus Christ – and yourself – like never before. Once you see Jesus as He is, you’ll never see yourself as you are – and as you could be. It’s time you become F.A.T., and use your platform like never before.
Be very careful before listening to this particular message. We mean it. Listening could change everything about your life. Press in. God is calling YOU.
Covering Luke 9:18-22, Pastor Mike will help you understand whether or not you’ve had your “aha” moment with Jesus Christ. Knowing for certain has ramifications not only in this life, but also the life to come.
You’ve most likely heard of Jesus taking three loaves of bread and two fish and feeding 5,000 men – but that’s just part of the story. Understanding the rest of the story could change your life.
Find out what Pastor Mike means by calling Luke 9:10-17 the feeding of the 5,012. It’s message 38 in our series through the whole Gospel of Luke. One you hear it, you may never be the same.
Life of Christ #37: You and Your Success (Why You Really Only Need One Pair of Underwear) by Michael Anthony Bible Teaching Podcast
Life of Christ #36: What To Do at the End of Your Rope by Michael Anthony Bible Teaching Podcast
A windstorm is a dangerous, life-altering event, or series of events, that shape our understanding and enjoyment of God. But there are different kinds of windstorms. Which are you in – and why? Do you know how to exit a windstorm? In this message, you’ll know for sure.
Message 35 in our verse-by-verse series through the entire Gospel of Luke, covering Luke 8:22-25.
HOW you listen to Jesus will make all the difference in this world – and the world to come. For him who has ears to hear, let him hear.
Message 33, from Luke 8:4-21.
Get God out of your “box”. There’s no question about it: God is moving. The real question is: are you moving with God? If not, why? If you are, could you be moving with Him even more effectively, passionately, successfully?
Message 32, covering Luke 8:1-3 in our series through the entire Gospel of Luke.
Need a fresh start in life? No matter how big or how frequent your mess-ups, here’s the solution . . .
Message 31 in our series through the entire Gospel of Luke, covering Luke 7:36-50.
Have you forgotten God's calling on your life, and how that calling is fulfilled? This message will ignite your life so that you know how to stand up and speak out in a world that is telling people of faith to sit down and shut up. It will show you how a God-empowered person lets nothing stand in his or her way when it comes to doing what is right in the sight of God.
You may have heard about sexual immorality, but here's a message about sexual morality. God created sexuality and sex. Understanding what he says about these things, and modeling your conduct accordingly, is one of the healthiest things you can do for your own life and the life of your partner or potential partner. It's time to get busy God's way. Here's how people who are filled with and led by the Holy Spirit can live lives of purity -- with passion!
America needs a sweeping movement of God's spirit, and nothing less. This message will help you hunger for God's movement in your own life, family and church as you rediscover the importance of seeking God's direction more than you seek his protection.
In today’s world, it’s hard to live without “fear pressure.” This life-changing message from the book of acts will help you understand the following three things with amazing practicality to help you reach your greatest potential for God:
1 How to live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Do you know what the characteristics of the filling with the Holy Spirit are? How does a person behave when they are filled, truly, with the Holy Spirit?
2 The exclusivity of Jesus Christ. Why is Jesus unique – and why does this matter for you, today? Why did the apostles take such a firm stance on the unique nature of Jesus Christ? Why should you do the same? 3 What it looks like to truly love God. Love for God is not a merely emotional experience. It involves something else that will, in turn, impact your emotions about Him. Do you know what it looks like to truly love God? This message will help you understand so you can love God deeply.
Great to share with your friends, this message will ignite your life for God!
Feeling discouraged and wondering if God can use YOU? You’re not alone. This message will inspire you to soar to new heights as we examine the way God used a very small man to confront people who had many goddesses and gods. How does a Spirit-led Christian confront culture when it’s running away from the living and true God? This message will prove that God can use you powerfully, and that one person really CAN make a HUGE difference.
Is there a formula for receiving the Holy Spirit? Can you expect God to do through you what we see Him doing through the Apostle Paul in the Book of Acts? What does it cost to follow Jesus? This message will answer these questions, and help you make the most of your life for God.
What It Looks Like to Live for Christ
The Book of Acts provides us with a first-hand, eye-witness account of how many of the books in the New Testament came to be written. But it also does far more: it helps us understand how Christians, filled with the Holy Spirit, live. This message will help you understand what Spirit-filled living is supposed to look like today, no matter where you live. It’s a timeless message that will ignite your life for Jesus Christ.
Can you really follow a God that you don’t know? Just as Paul saw an altar “to an unknown god” on his missionary journeys, you too could be trying to follow God without knowing about him. This message will get your spiritual walk back on track and point you in the right direction to truly know whom God is!
Parents and guardians, you absolutely can entrust your child to God. In the process, it’s your responsibility to protect them from filth. This powerful message will help all of us have a deeper appreciation for young adults – and the fact that forgiveness and salvation are only possible through faith in Jesus Christ. Salvation cannot be earned. It’s a gift from almighty God.
The Antidote for Worrying and Whining
How do you adjust your mindset away from being a worrier and a whiner? The answer is simple, but simple does not mean insignificant when it comes to aligning you heart, with God’s.
How can you know for sure whether or not all of your sins have been forgiven in this life and you’ll enjoy eternal life in the presence of God? What is the evidence of real salvation? This message will answer those questions and help you make the most of the only life you’ll have this side of eternity.
Intentional, Courageous and Unstoppable. What does it look like to be a person who is truly filled with the Holy Spirit? This message will help you understand a few of those traits, so you become a person who greatly honors God and reaches your greatest potential. You know someone who needs to hear this message. Why not share it with them, today?
What is a truly saved, Spirit-filled believer look like? How do they live their life? This message will solve the riddle and help you be exactly that person. It’s time to take your walk with God to a deeper, higher level. This message will help you!
There are three great needs in your life. When they are met, everything goes to a completely higher level. Do you know what they are? They’re the same needs for your family and for your house of worship, too. This message will show you what the three great needs are, and ignite your life in every area!
In this message, you’ll understand that God is in control no matter what. This means that whether you’re in a valley or on a mountaintop, God has your back and will remain on His throne. Nothing can happen to you unless God approves of it first. And if God allows it, He has His glory in mind – and you’ll be fine. The issue we face is being passionate about God, and faithful, no matter what our circumstances. This message will ignite your life so you grow as a person who is passionately faithful to God no matter what comes your way.
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Part 2 of our special messages on Jesus, the gospel and equality.
What does the Bible say about racism, and how we should live in light of our nation being so divided? This message provides the answer, and will fire you up to be part of the solution at a time when America is facing so many problems. Share it with your friends, because they need to hear it, too.
What does the Bible say about racism, and how we should live in light of our nation being so divided? This message provides the answer, and will fire you up to be part of the solution at a time when America is facing so many problems. Share it with your friends, because they need to hear it, too.
Have you been focusing on the wrong things, and missed what your life should really be about? This message will keep you on track, fire you up, and help you live your life in light of what matters most. You’ll learn what it means to be a F.A.T. person, and how living a F.A.T. life will take you very far with God, and help you squeeze the most out of every area of life. It’s great to share with friends, to ignite thier lives, too.
This message will help you understand that becoming a “basket case” is actually a vital part in your journey of loving and honoring Jesus Christ. It’s message 25 in our series through the Book of Acts. It’s great to share with friends, to help them go deeper with God, too!
By sharing a powerful true story of his own father just prior to his death, Michael shares the powerful truth that no one is beyond the reach of Almighty God. Do you know someone who seems to be so far from God that they seem to be beyond reach? They actually may be closer to God’s reach than you think. This message will inspire you to pray to God and trust him to use you powerfully in the lives of others you encounter – especially those who seem to be beyond reach. It will also help you be more cautious about being critical toward the Church – for a vital reason you may not have considered as carefully as you should. Get ready to have God change your perspective and your life through this powerful, life-igniting message.
After coming to know Christ as Savior, the most important thing you need to learn is how to be led by and filled with the Holy Spirit. How does God speak? Do you filter what God may be saying to you, using a “flip switch” approach to hearing from Him that doesn’t really work? In this message, Michael Anthony explores the life of Philip the table waiter turned evangelist, and how the Holy Spirit led and used Him. You’ll learn how to prime your spiritual pump, so that when God wants to use someone, He can use you.
Philip was a man whose job it was to wait on tables – or was it? He wound up being a man whom God used powerfully to spread the message of Jesus Christ. How did a man who started out waiting on tables end up being used so powerfully by God? And, how can you be the kind of person God flows through, powerfully, no matter what you situation in life? This message will help you understand how God moves, who He moves through – and how YOU can be the person He uses. This message covers The Book of Acts, chapter 8:4-25
Do you have something in your past that you think disqualifies you from being used powerfully by God? Hold on to your seat, because this message is about to blow that stinking thinking to smithereens.
Is your life characterized by the most important trait possible in the eyes of God? If it isn’t, it’s not too late to adjust how you’re living, so you reach your greatest potential with the only life you’ll have this side of eternity.
It’s not possible to walk by faith without being filled with and empowered by the Holy Spirit. In this powerful message, we continue our close and practical examination of what spirit-filled living really looks like in the twenty-first century. A spirit-led, faith-filled life can be yours for the asking. This message will help it become a greater reality for you!
Message 19 in our verse-by-verse series through the entire book of Acts.
Does the Bible really teach that Christians must submit to authority no matter what? Set yourself free from one of the biggest lies undermining Christians with this powerful message that’s sure to ignite your life for God. It’s message #18 in our series through the entire Book of Acts, called “How Christians Live.”
A Sinful Man and His Enabling Wife
All sin is a form of self-glorification or self-protection. Sometimes it’s one, sometimes it’s the other, and sometimes it’s both. Acts Chapter 5 is one of the most striking passages in the entire Bible, where God takes the lives of two individuals who are guilty of the sins of self-protection and self-glorification. Find out who these two people are and learn lessons from their failures so you can succeed in walking with God.
What are the real traits of being filled with and led by the Holy Spirit? This message will not only make it clear, but also help you become a spiritual dynamo for Jesus Christ, filled to the overflow with the Holy Spirit. It’s message #16 in our series through the entire Book of Acts.
The Holy Spirit is God’s not-so-secret weapon to combat sin and live a life of victory. In this powerful message, continuing in our series through the entire Book of Acts, we explore the filling with the Holy Spirit, and how you can be filled to overflowing so that you walk with power of God while being emptied of yourself.
If you think you understand all that’s involved in the healing of the crippled beggar at The Beautiful Gate, you’re in for a great surprise. This message will help you see Jesus, and yourself, in fresh ways that will ignite your life for God. Enjoy, and share it with a friend!
Why is our experience of Jesus, and church, often so different from what we see in the Bible? This message will help you not only understand why, but what you can do to experience Jesus the way you should. It’s message #12 in our series through the entire Book of Acts, and it’s great to share with friends.
Special Message by Pastor Joe Ercoli
It’s not a pipe dream to achieve biblical community! There are two key traits, along with four essential practices that lead us to the type of community that we see in Acts 2:42-47. It might be easier than you think to build a lasting fellowship with others, both inside the church and out. Be sure to share this message with a friend, so they can grow in their faith and understand this biblical community too!
There’s one thing that changes everything. It even affects how wide and deep God can move. Do you know what it is? You will after listening to this message, #10 in our series through the entire Book of Acts.
Deep, practical Bible teaching continues here, in our series through the entire Book of Acts! If you think you understand the significance of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, think again. This message will have you appreciating the second chapter of Acts for the very first time. There’s much more to 3,000 people accepting Christ that day than you probably realized – and this will have tremendous, practical impact for your life, today.
What if God called you, you obeyed, and then, just as God was rolling up His sleeves, you were side-lined? How would you feel? This was John the Baptist’s predicament. How did John respond, and how can you respond when things don’t exactly add up as you thought they would?
You need someone to take on your sin, and give you an eternal, positive relationship with God. The question is, who can give you that? Is Jesus The ONE, or should you seek another – another Savior?
In this, the thirtieth message through the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Mike addresses Luke 7:18-35, and helps you understand the identity of Jesus Christ by exploring the predicament facing John the Baptist.
Jesus’ way of communicating was MIND-BLOWING. Find out what we mean in this mind-blowing message.
You might think Jesus lied. But that wouldn’t explain his miracles. You might think He was a great moral teacher – but if He was, and people were elevating Him as Messiah, and he knew He wasn’t – he would have had a moral obligation to set the record straight. But he didn’t. You might think Jesus was a looney-tune, flat out crazy. But if He was mentally unstable, this would also not explain His miracles.
When you understand how deliberate Jesus was in saying what He said, and doing what He did, you will understand that the only truly viable conclusion is that Jesus is Savior, God in the flesh, and nothing less than LORD.
This is message 29, from Luke 7:11-17, in our series through the entire Gospel of Luke.
You’ll never be motivated to love and serve God if you see yourself as garbage. Many people mistake being unworthy for being worthless – and it messes up their lives. This message covers Luke 7:1-10.
In message 28 in our series through the entire Gospel of Luke, Pastor Mike will help you understand that you’re not worthless, and how you can take your walk with God to a deeper, higher place.
Are you really prepared for what’s coming your way? Find out in this message on spiritual “prepping” as Pastor Mike teaches us from God’s Word.
The “Night-Time Bible-Reading Society” strikes again! Taking us through Luke 6:37-45, Pastor Michael Anthony helps us understand the trademarks of a truly spiritual person – a person who is really walking closely with God. Are you such a person? Remove the doubt, and listen to this vital message.
Know anyone you can’t stand? One of the marks of God’s work in a life is how a person handles their enemies. How do you love yours? Move from theory to experience, as Pastor Mike helps us take Jesus’ teachings to heart In this practical message. Speaking from the painful relationship Mike had with his father, you will learn that nobody is beyond the reach and power of God.
You may be more blessed than you realize – or you may be missing the fullest blessing of God possible. There are two kinds of people in life. Which kind are you? Understanding which one you are, and cultivating the right kind of person you should be has everything to do with God’s blessing in your life. Want to be blessed by God? Then make sure you’re the right kind of person by listening to this vital message.
Choosy? So is God. If you had something eternally significant to do, who would you choose to help? This was God’s predicament. In this message, you’ll probably have your doors blown off when you find out what God is looking for – and what He finds – when He wants to do something huge. You’ll also find that it most likely involves you.
How intentional was Jesus in revealing His identity to those interested? More intentional than you may have ever understood. He wants you to know Who He is – so He can make you into who you should be.
Bored? You don’t have to be! Where will Jesus take you when you really follow Him? If you follow The Leader, you’ll go where He goes, do what He does, and get what He gets. What can you expect?
Who did Jesus really show Himself to be, and how? How did Jesus live that is a great example for us to follow? These questions will be answered in ways that will change your life! Luke 5:12-16, message 18 in our series through the Gospel of Luke.
You’re a miracle in process – more than you even realize. In this eye-opening message, you’ll take your life to greater heights for the glory of God. Luke 5:1-6, message 17 in our series through the Gospel of Luke.
Are you really living a focused life? What are you focused upon? It will make all the difference in the world, and the world to come.
When you really follow God, satanic opposition is guaranteed. It happened to Jesus. It will happen to you. See how Jesus handles an evil spirit, and learn a lesson or two yourself.
In this message, you will understand what it looked like for Jesus to be empowered by the Holy Spirit – and what it looks like when you are empowered in the same way.
Part 1 of “How to Handle a Hot Potato”, which explores the temptation of Jesus Christ in the wilderness. Why did Jesus face the devil, and what is the significance for you, today? You may be surprised. You’ll certainly be empowered.
Part 2 of “How to Handle a Hot Potato”, which explores the temptation of Jesus Christ in the wilderness. Does Satan really have anything to offer you? Understand how he is a lying, bankrupt banker, and you’ll never handle temptation the same way again.
Part 2 of “The Geneology of Jesus Christ”. There is a huge reason why Luke identifies Abraham as an ancestor of Jesus Christ. Understand the Abrahamic Covenant and why it is significant that Jesus is a descendant of this man of faith.