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Spiritual warfare is real. As Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson preview the new sermon series, "War Zone," they dive into spiritual warfare, unpacking what it means to fight daily battles that most of us can't even see. They open up about the unseen forces working against our efforts to love God and love others—and the practical ways we can push back. They unpack how staying anchored in Scripture—and leaning into prayer, community, and Christ—shapes the way we stand in the fight.Amber mentions the "I Am" PDF that reminds us what God says about us. You can find it here: https://bit.ly/IAm-ToG.Pastor Mike mentions the new book "When the Devil Attacks: Winning in the War Zones" by Time of Grace's own Dr. Bruce Becker. You can request your copy with your gift to the ministry at timeofgrace.org.

Pastor Mike discusses how to read the Bible by using the Book of Job as a guide. He explains that since the Book of Job is believed to be the first book written, it can be a "decoder" for understanding the rest of the Bible through the questions it raises. Mike proposes that the Book of Job foreshadows three key questions that are answered throughout the Bible: Does God forgive sin? Is there a mediator? And, is there a resurrection? He argues that these questions, prompted by Job's suffering, lead readers to look for Jesus in every part of the Bible. Produced/Edited By: Marrio Escobar (Owner of D2L Productions)  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/b6gAB3vQYv0

So much of life hinges on this single thing we call self-control—because there are so many temptations that can overcome us. So how do we get more self-control? Pastor Mike zeroes in on two big ways that God helps us have more self-control.

The sermon, based on Revelation 3:1–6, examines Jesus' letter to the church in Sardis, warning them that although they had a reputation for being alive, they were spiritually asleep and in danger of death. Using Sardis' historical downfall due to a sleeping watchman, Pastor Mike Burnette challenges believers and the church today to “wake up,” repent, and reignite their passion for Christ so their faith is truly alive, not just outwardly impressive. He concludes by encouraging the faithful remnant to stay alert, fully devoted, and “on fire” for Jesus, living ready for His return and the promise of eternal life.

Be an effective and determined Ambassador of Christ, willing to endure the hardships, while maintaining your integrity and sincere love for others.

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Pastor Mike teaches that while God wants to take care of people, that is up to each individual to allow that. God does not take care of everyone. Audio>

Send us a textStudies estimate between 4,000-7000 churches are closing in America annually. This startling trend should encourage church leaders to get an honest assessment of how well their church is positioned to reach their neighborhood. This has been on Pastor Mike's heart, and today, Dr Ryan sits down and interviews Mike about a step churches can take towards future health and vitality. Find out more about the work Pastor Mike is doing at mikewrigglesworth.net/Support the show

Pastor Mike answers a question about how Christians find contentment in times of trial or persecution.

Pastor Mike is joined once again by Connor! Fresh off of his month long sabbatical, he is here to share with us, some thoughts from his time away.

Pastor Mike teaches a birds eye view on why we pray, how it affects our receiving, and the proper way to pray. Audio>

Pastor Mike discusses how to read the Old Testament with a sense of anticipation for Jesus as the Ultimate King and Messiah. He then presents an outline for the show, which includes looking at the need for a Messiah, examining potential false Messiahs, and finally, focusing on Jesus as the true Messiah. He uses Genesis 3 as a starting point, highlighting the sin of Adam and Eve and the subsequent need for a savior. Throughout the Old Testament, he points to figures like Cain, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, Samson, and David, all of whom fail to be the promised Messiah because of their sins. Pastor Mike concludes by asserting that reading the Old Testament with this anticipation makes the arrival of Jesus in the New Testament all the more joyful, as he is the one who triumphs where others failed, ultimately fulfilling God's promises. Produced/Edited By: Marrio Escobar (Owner of D2L Productions)  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5CVlUDSZsiI

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Luke Rock and Pastor Mike break down this past Sunday's sermon.

Pastor Mike teaches that our gracious God hears us, delivers us, and invites us to worship with grateful hearts.

Pastor Mike teaches “To Die Is Gain” in context with 2 Cor. 5. God’s will is not for people to die, but for their body to be clothed with life. Audio>

Pastor Mike will be speaking on Why is it Important to Think About the Afterlife Part 2. He will be reading out of Ecclesiastes 3:1, 11-14. I want you to consider this, what God has in store for his children in the next life gives us hope, helping us to navigate the trials and the […] The post Why is it Important to Think About the Afterlife Part 2 first appeared on Hope Worth Having.

Hearing from God can be difficult when life is filled with noise—worry, fear, distractions, and inner struggles. In this message, Pastor Mike Stevens unpacks how we can quiet the chaos through spiritual disciplines, learning to come to peace with life's messiness, and putting our faith in God's power and control.Fasting, prayer, and intentional silence help us clear away the clutter so we can hear the still, small voice of the Lord. God wants to speak, and when we quiet the noise, clarity and peace come. #GoodHopeChurch #FaithForToday #HearingFromGod #JesusChangesEverything #FastingAndPrayer #SpiritualDisciplinesSermon Notes: https://link.goodhope.ag/hearing-from-god-4-msGiving Information: https://goodhope.ag/givingSTAY CONNECTEDYoutube: https://youtube.com/GoodHopeChurchInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn 

With all the noise in our world—anxiety, pride, busyness, and even our own guilty conscience—it can be overwhelming to hear from God. Pastor Mike Jurek shares how fasting, prayer, and faith help us push back the noise and draw near to God.When we choose to get quiet before Him, we learn to distinguish His voice from our own thoughts and distractions. This is how we find peace, strength, and clarity to live out our faith in a noisy world. #GoodHopeChurch #FaithForToday #HearingFromGod #JesusChangesEverything #PeaceInChrist #FastingForClaritySermon Notes: https://link.goodhope.ag/hearing-from-god-4-mjGiving Information: https://goodhope.ag/givingSTAY CONNECTEDYoutube: https://youtube.com/GoodHopeChurchInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn 

This sermon, based on Revelation 2:18–29, highlights Jesus' message to the Church at Thyatira, praising their growing faith, love, service, and endurance. However, it also delivers a strong warning against tolerating the destructive influence of a "Jezebel spirit"—marked by manipulation, control, rebellion, and unrepentant sin—which leads others into compromise and spiritual ruin. The message urges the modern church to uphold godly character, reject worldly influence, remain faithful to Christ, and protect the integrity of the Church at all costs.    

We must no longer be casual or timid about relaying the gospel to our generation, but we must be bold and urgent about it, as Christ would have us be while there's still time in our crazy and chaotic culture.

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Pastor Mike teaches how the church should be seeing needs (like death) as an opportunity instead of an unsolved problem. God gave you everything the world needs. Audio>

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Join us as Pastor Mike continues our sermon series on the book of Hebrews with a sermon entitled "Experiencing the Blessings, Missing the Savior" from Hebrews 6:4-12.

Pastor Mike lays out the three essentials for building a firm foundation for your faith, based on Matthew 16:18. He teaches that our lives are built on knowing God, believing His truth, and living in obedience.

Sunday, September 28, 2025, marks a very special day at Center Point Assembly. Pastor Mike will share his final message as Lead Pastor, wrapping up 16 years of faithful ministry. It is a powerful service filled with worship, testimonies, and reflections on God’s goodness throughout this season. For the past several weeks, we’ve been focusing on our identity in Christ, preparing for this next chapter. Pastor Mike will bring us back to a word picture God gave him early in ministry—the image of a simple shovel in the hand of the Holy Spirit. Just as a shovel is only effective when used by the workman, so too a servant of God is effective only in His hands. This picture beautifully captures the heart of this transition: God placing one tool back in the shed while preparing the next for Kingdom work. Join us for this special time of worship and study as we celebrate Pastor Mike’s ministry and look ahead with faith to what God has in store for Center Point Assembly.

Pastor Mike continues our series on the Book of Acts, speaking from Acts 11:19-30 - The Church in Antioch

Pastor Mike continues our series "In Christ..." where he discusses how Christ's sacrifice offers true freedom.

Pastor Mike talks about the existence of hell and why so many people, even Christians, want to deny it.

Living in America, Freedom of speech is a core value to our nation, and an important one to many people. But did Jesus have anything to say about our speech and the words we use? Pastor Mike delves into this topic to hopefully encourage you in your handling of speech as a Christian.

In an episode of No-Co Radio, Pastor Mike introduces a concept he calls "alphabet theology," which involves thinking through God's attributes from A to Z to properly reframe problems. Mike emphasizes the importance of "gazing on the Lord" rather than problems. He focuses on three specific attributes based on the acronym MCG: God's might, His care, and His grace, using verses from 1 Peter chapter 5 to illustrate each point. He argues that a proper understanding of these attributes can help individuals humbly accept their circumstances, cast their anxieties on God, and trust in His provision, even when facing difficult situations like job loss, family illness, or death. He highlights that God is strong enough to sustain people through their trials and that He cares enough to do so.  Produced/Edited By: Marrio Escobar (Owner of D2L Productions)  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Nm8NBIjtD_8

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September 24, 2025 In this week's  podcast, Pastor Mike and Randy discuss God's command to be fruitful and multiply, the blessedness of being an image-bearer, and the benefits of God's example of “rest.”

Tonight, Pastor Mike emphasizes the importance of faith during perilous times, drawing on biblical teachings and community events. He highlights forgiveness through personal stories and encourages us, as believers, to actively engage in our faith. Daily practices like prayer, thanksgiving, and meditation are recommended to maintain peace. Unity within the church is also crucial, and believers are reminded to rejoice always, trusting in God's power and love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Mike continues the series with a message about the essential importance of marriage and family.

This week Pastor Mike continues our look through the book of John focusing on the second part of the story of the man born blind. This passage teaches us about the symptoms and dangers of spiritual blindness.

Words are everywhere—spoken, texted, posted, whispered. And yet for all the words we use, some have the power to build while others quietly destroy. Slander isn't just a legal term or a political tactic; it's what happens when our words assume, exaggerate, or tear down. Why do we do it? How does it affect our relationships? And what does God want to replace it with? Pastor Mike helps us see why Jesus takes our words so seriously and how speaking the right words can change everything—starting with the words he speaks over us.

This sermon from the Letters to the Church series focuses on Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum, a city described as being in the heart of satanic influence, yet home to believers who boldly held to their faith. While Jesus commends their loyalty, He also rebukes them for tolerating false teachings and moral compromise, warning that His Word will bring correction if they don't repent. Ultimately, the sermon calls the church today to stand firm in truth, reject cultural compromise, and live faithfully for Christ, trusting in His eternal promises of provision, forgiveness, and reward.    

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Pastor Mike Jr. the Grammy-winning gospel artist and pastor of Rock City Church, stopped by to join the Rickey Smiley crew, sharing insight into his ongoing ministry, music, and the spiritual message behind recent songs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast highlights several different stories. The episode opens with the tragic case of Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Delta State freshman found hanging from a tree on campus. His family, represented by attorney Vanessa Jones and civil rights lawyer Ben Crump, is demanding answers after being misled about where and how he was found. They’ve called for an independent investigation and autopsy amid conflicting information and what they say are discrepancies in law enforcement’s handling of the case. Then, things turn personal: Stefon Diggs faces a paternity suit from model Aileen Lopera (Lord Gisselle), who claims he fathered her daughter born in April 2025; Diggs has requested a DNA test. At the same time, he and Cardi B announced they are expecting their first child together. In brighter news, Pastor Mike Jr. (PMJ), the Grammy-winning gospel artist and pastor of Rock City Church, stopped by to join the Rickey Smiley crew, sharing insight into his ongoing ministry, music, and the spiritual message behind recent songs. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.