SPIRIT LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH

A mother asked Jesus that her two sons may sit on his right side and left side in the coming Kingdom. Jesus tells her she does not know what she is asking. He then talks about his suffering, and the suffering of those who follow him. Jesus speaks about greatness, and it not what most people think. Greatness according to Jesus is being a servant, a slave. It is serving others. The positions of authority according to Jesus will be assigned by his Father.

Preston Rhodes from Resonate Church, Missoula Montana is our guest speaker. He will be preaching and teaching from Genesis 22 on the blessings of obedience. Key Scripture includes: John 14:15; Luke 6:46; and Matthew 7:24. He will conclude by providing three observations about obedience.

Jesus teaches the parable about the landowner and the laborers, and how they each receive a denarius no matter when they were hired. Those who worked longer complained. Jesus said that the landowner has a right to do as he wishes. Then Jesus tells his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem, be betrayed, suffer, and be killed, but on the third day he will rise again. The resurrection is vital to the entire story of Christianity.

Philipp preaches about the wonder of Christ. Her gathers his thoughts from all the lessons he taught during Vacation Bible School. The theme this year was “The Wonder of Christ”. It is our hope that this message will bless you. Pass it along to others.

Dads you will shape the future one way or another. So, why not choose the way you will shape the future. Seek God and walk in His ways. Teach your children to love God and keep His commandments. In this message we will look at five dads that shaped the future. As a dad there is something we can learn from each of these dads.

A rich young ruler approaches Jesus and asked Him, “What good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life? Great question! Jesus provides him the answer. He didn't like it because it affected his bottom line. Jesus told him to sell all he had and give to the poor. He was very rich and walked away sorrowful. The man trusted in his riches, and was unwilling to forsake all to follow Jesus Christ. Is there anything you are holding back tht might be keeping you from fully following Jesus Christ?

The Pharisees ask Jesus a question about divorce, jesus answers. The disciples say that it is better not to marry, and Jesus talks abour celibacy with them. Little children are brought to Jesus, and the disciples rebuke the parents. Jesus welcomes and blesses the little children.

Do I need to forgive three times? Seven times? 77 times? 490 times? Jesus tells a parable about forgiveness to illustrate how much God has forgiven us. Now, in return are we willing to forgive those around us, our fellow man? Forgiven people are to extend forgiveness. God help us to learn the art of forgiveness.

Rick Rees shares from Matthew 18:15-20 about Jesus' words about dealing with a brother who sins against you. He shares six steps that every believer needs to take when someone has sinned against them. This is the right way to handle a problem that you might have with another Christian.

What is the value of your mother? I mean, what is her worth to your family? Moms do so many things for everyone within the family, often unseen, and in secret. I want moms to know that wha they do for their children they are doing it unto the Lord. God sees everything that a mothers does. Let this be an encouragement to you on this Mother's Day.

Jesus' disciples ask Jesus who will be the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus' reponse to to point to a child. The greatest in the Kingdom of Hevane is the person who becomes like a little child. Of course He is speaking of childlike faith. Faith is the key to get you to heaven. It starts there. Jesus also speaks about be blameless - not causing a litle one to sin, or to offend them. You won't want to be the cause of little children rejecting Jesus Christ. Finally, Jesus speaks about having a care for all little ones in the same way that a shephered cares for one lost sheep.

Instructions - some people read them, others disregard them. The truth is that we all need basic instructions. There are different types of instructions, but the instruction Jesus shares with His disciples is important to ones spiritual life. Jesus speaks to His disciples about faith, salvation, and responsibility.

We will be walking through the General Electric Power Company and see what they teach us about the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The GEPC stands for Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians. What did Paul say to these churches about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Come and see, and then go and share.

Jesus enters into the city of Jerusalem. It's a Sunday - the beginning of His Passion Week. Jesus rides a donkey. The people lay out palm branches and their clothes on the road. They praise Him. They are expecting a political King. Jesus came as a SAVIOR. Man's greatest need is not freemdonm from a political party, but forgiveness of their sins. Allow the Spirit of God to speak to you through this message.

Jesus shares with His disciples about discipleship. What it means to truly follow Him. In this message we discover the steps of following Jesus Christ. It has to do with complete surrender – the self-life for the Christ-life. We die to self and we live for Christ. we lose our earthly life by imitating the life of Jesus Christ. We are willing to pay the price here because we understand this life is temporal, and we focus on that which is eternal.

Have you ever heard something so shocking that you found it hard to process? We all have at one time or another, or we will hear something in the future. Jesus shares with His disciples about his pending suffering, death, and resurrection, and all they heard was his suffering and being killed. They missed the resurrection. It has been said, No Pain, No Gain. Jesus had to suffer, die, before He could be resurrected.

Who is Jesus? This is a question everyone must answer. Jesus asked His disciples who the people thought He was, and he received their answer - John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah, or one of the prophets. Jesus then asked them, “Who do you say thhat I, the Son of Man, am? Peter made a postive confession - You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God. Peter didn't arrived at that conclusion on his own. It was revealed to him by the Father. Next, Jesus talks to His disciples about the foundation of ministry of the Church.

The disciples forgot to take enough bread along with them. Jesus warns against the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees, and they think he is rebuking them about not bringing bread with them. They don't understand that Jesus was warning them against false doctine. How can we today avoid fasle doctrine? Follow along in your Bible to discover the necessary steps. Share this message with your family and friends.

We live in a day and age where people are looking for signs. Many people say that they will believe in God if He showed them a sign from heaven. In our text the Pharisees and Sadducees come to Jesus demanding that He show them a sign from heaven. A earthly sign could be replicated by Satan, but a heavenly sign cannot. Jesus called them a "wicked and adulterous generation", and told them that the only sign they would receive was that of the prophet Jonah. A future picture of Jesus death, burial, and resurrection. Which in reality is the ultimate sign of all.

Doug Longly from the Gideon's shared with us about how God's Word changes and impacts people's lives all over the world.

What if God had better and greater plans for your life than you ever thought of? I believe He does. We read in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORTD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Yes, God has great plans for your life. Pastor Kim is going to provide five steps to help you discover God's plans for your life. Grab your Bible, share this sermon with a friend.

We are all on a journey in the Christian life. Will we walk in the journey through the grace of God? We can, and we should. Pastor Kim provides some very practical steps to take to enjoy the journey of the Christian life. Pick up your Bible and following along. Share this message with your family and friends.

So many people carry baggage in their lives, and that baggage is holding them down. Find your baggage and lay it at the feet of Jesus. Find your forgiveness, and be set free to become the person God wants you to become. It is possible - go for it.

Friendship is important, and surrounding yourself with godly friends is even more important. This sermon is all about the power of godly relationships. Examine your friendships - Are they making you a better person. Do they support godly decisions? Now is the time to move forward in 2025.

Rick Rees will provide you with five steps to setting goals that align with God's purposes. Take the time to walk through each steps and set goals as you make your way through 2025. Set SMART goals to make sure you actually see your goals become a reality.

Is it possible to think like Jesus Christ? We are told to have the mind of Christ (Phil. 2:5). We are told what things to think on in (Phil.4:8), and we are also told to bring every thoughts into captivity unto the obedience of Christ in (2 Cor. 10:5). God can and will transform our minds as we allow Scripture to become our focus point.

Pastor Kim shares the 2025 theme for Spirit Lake Baptist Church - A New You 4 The New Year. In this message, he shares five steps to real lasting life transformation. Share this message with others if it has encouraged you.

We find ourselves looking at the story of the Magi's journey to find and worship the newborn King. In Matthew 2:1-12 we discover words that reveal profound truths about the wonders of His love. It shows us how God's love reaches far beyond national, social, and cultural boundaries to draw people to Himself. The Magi, who were outsiders and foreigners, sought Jesus and responded with worship.

Christmas Eve Service - Pastor Kim shares five reasons why Jesus came into our world. Five reasons that transform our lives. Share these reasons with your family and friends.

The shepherds receive a message from the angels. They go to Bethlehem and they find the babe wrapped in swaddling cloths. They went and they found just as the angels told them. In the passage of Scripture we discover five key points about how Jesus' coming allows us to overcome our sins, sorrows. If you find this sermon helpful please share it.

Part two of our series on Joy to the World the Lord is Come. Here we take a look at how blessed we are when we allow Jesus to reign over all areas of our lives. Like Jospeh in our text we too need to act in obedience when God asks something from us, or gives us an assignment. There is nothing better than being in God's Will.

Jesus Christ was born into this world. The angel visited Mary and told her that she would become the mother of Jesus. It all happened as God said.

Pastor Kim will share five ways that each one of us can give God thanks. These five ways are all found within our text - Psalm 100.

Jesus feeds the 4,000 with seven loaves and a few fish.

Jesus heals the multitude and the people glorify the God of Israel. These were Gentiles who were healed and Gentiles who glorified God.

Jesus goes into Tyre and Sidon and a Canaanite woman comes to Him asking Him to heal her daughter who was demon-possessed. Jesus was silent. She continues to ask Him to help her daughter. The disciples ask Jesus to send her away. Jesus honors the woman's faith and heals her daughter.

There are five steps we can take if we would like to experience God's Divine Intervention in our lives. These steps are found within our text here in Matthew 14:22-36. Jesus shows up for His disciples and He shows up for those who need to touch the hem of His garment.

Jesus feeds the 5,000, but in so doing we learn how to care about people like Jesus cared. Follow along with your open Bible.

Divine appoints are found throughout the Scripture. Herod had two very special people come into his life. He rejected them. He killed John the Baptist and feared Jesus Christ. Herod refused to accept the people that God through His grace allowed to come into his life. Don't you make that same mistake - see the people that God brings into your life as divine appointments.

Jesus returns to Nazareth for a second time. They reject Him again.

Jesus shares the parable of the dragnet with His disciples. This is a prophetic parable that will occur at the end of the age. Angels will be sent to separate the good from the bad. The good will be placed in a vessel, and the bad will be cast into the furnace of fire.

Jesus shares with His disciples the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price. What is the meaning of this parable? Rick Rees will help us discover the meaning behind Jesus' words.

Jesus shares the Parable of the Hidden Treasure. What does this parable mean? What is the hidden treasure? What is the cost to purchase the treasure?

Jesus shares the parable of the leaven with the multitude. Within this parable, we have the woman, the leaven, and the three measures of meal. What does this parable mean?

Jesus teaches His disciples the parable of the mustard seed. It is the smallest of all seeds, and yet it grows into a tree. The birds of the air nest in its branches. What is the meaning of this parable? Listen, and then share this sermon with your family and friends.

Jesus teaches His disciples about the enemy that sows tares among the wheat. What does all of this mean? Listen with an open Bible. Take notes, and write in the margin of your Bible. In this parable we have:The sowerThe field The enemyThe taresThe harvestThe reapersListen to learn what all of these elements mean.

Pastor Kim will walk through Psalm 104 and point out the seven days of Creation as found in Genesis 1. Along with the message will be pictures of his and Debbie's recent trip to Iceland. These pictures will show the wonder of our creative God.

Joe will take us into Hebrews 6 and teach us about the four basic steps of Christianity. Make sure you watch this sermon with an open Bible. Take notes and learn. Share this message with your family and friends.

Pastor Kim will share four steps that we must take in order to walk with God. These steps all come from Psalm 1. Pick up your Bible and follow along.

Pastor and Debbie took a trip to Iceland in July 2024. They saw so many churches scattered throughout the country. Diving deeper they saw a spiritual darkness in Iceland. Over 59% of the people are registered with the National Church, but few people actually attend Church. The Churches around the Country are antiques of the past. Pray for the nation of Iceland, and for the small handful of people trying to share Jesus Christ.

Rick Rees is going to share why Jesus spoke in parables. Those who hear will receive truth, and those who refuse to hear will not comprehend the teachings of Jesus. Do you have ears that hear? We hope you do.