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Matt. 8: 23-27 “The Storms Within” 03.16.25
We all face storms in our lives. The storms actions are not proof of God's absence. What are we to know and do as we face them? From the story of the Disciples in the boat with Jesus during the violent storm ..... "The Storms Within", one the next LifePoint.
Matt. 8: 18-22 “The Path is the Priority” 03.09.25
It is not your faith, but your submission, that determines God's blessings in your life.... Now from Matthew 8:18-22, "The Path is the Priority", on the next LifePoint.
Matt. 8: 14-17 “Kingdom Signs” 03.02.25
Every healing Jesus performed was a sign of that day. A declaration of the Kingdom of God. Where sin has lost its power over us and where evil has no influence. Join us for a message that will break chains and set you free.... "Kingdom Signs", on the next LifePoint.
Matt. 8: 5-13 “An Amazing Faith” 02.16.25
Faith is the requirement for citizenship in the Kingdom of God... Now, "An Amazing Faith" from Matthew 8: 5-13, on the next LifePoint.
Matt. 8: 1-4 “Christ's Character.Christ's Calling” 02.09.25
Focusing on our condition, and NOT on Christ's character will always keep us at a distance from Jesus.... Now, from Matthew 8:1-4, "Christ's Character, Christ's Calling", on the next LifePoint.
Matt. 7:28-29 “Authority” 02.02.25
Christianity is not based on ethical nor moral conduct. Christianity is based upon Jesus Christ.... Now, "Authority", from the book of Matthew, coming up on LifePoint.
Matt. 7:15-20 “False Fruit” 01.19.25
If you want to test whether or not to take someone's advice on some topic, don't listen to their words, check for the fruit which would naturally be evident if they possessed true knowledge of that which the spoke about..... now, "False Fruit", from the Book of Matthew, on coming up on the next LifePoint.
“ Well, Well…All is Well” 01.12.25
Whereas Jesus said you can't squeeze your baggage through the narrow gate, the prophet/wolves simply widen the gate.... Now, "Well, Well.... All Is Well", on the next LifePoint.
“ Stuck Upon A Narrow Gate…Revisited” 01.05.25
It will cost you to become a true citizen of the Kingdom of Heaven. You cannot pick up something new when your hands are full. What are you holding? ..... Now, "Stuck on a Narrow Gate.... Revisited", coming up on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: 7 Stuck Upon A Narrow Gate” 12.29.24
What kind of baggage do you carry in your life and how much? Take a revealing quiz and see how you stack up. Discover why you cannot squeeze your baggage through a narrow gate. What two choices do you have? Now, "Stuck upon a Narrow Gate" from Matthew 7..... on the next LifePoint.
“Christmas: The Lamb is Born” 12.22.24
How true is the Christmas Story as represented in Christmas Carols and nostalgia passed down through the ages? Learn what the Bible says about it and how God has woven His Truth and Glory through it's characters, The Passover and the Lamb. You'll look at Christmas differently.... Now, "Christmas: The Lamb is Born", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew 7: “Pray…Do” 12.15.24
Jesus did not invent the Golden Rule, but He did radically transform it. In what way? What are the priorities in connecting with God and our prayer life? Important priorities every believer should focus on....."Pray....Do", coming up on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew 7: “Clear Heart.Clear Eyes.” 12.08.24
Today we look at one of Jesus's most quoted passages from the Sermon on the Mount, when He said, "Do not judge so that you will not be judged". What was He saying? Was it really not to judge someone? You'll be surprised at the answer.... Now, "Clear Heart. Clear Eyes." from the Book of Matthew, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew 6: “Our Profits. Our Loss.” 11.24.24
God associated true worship of Him show by showing compassion to others. It was not not our sacrifice. The way we treat others is the greatest outward indictor of God's heart in us. What is a good eye? What is a bad eye? What does it have to do with our money? Learn how generosity is the antidote to idolatry.... from the Book of Matthew: "Our Profits, Our Loss", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew 6: “Heaven Treasured” 11.17.24
What is your treasure? Is it the treasure God wants and has for us? What motivates you will determine both your character and your accumulation. From Matthew 6.... "Heaven Treasured", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew 6: “An Eternal Hunger” 11.10.24
An eternal perspective unlocks your God given right to be anxiety free. From Matthew 6:17-20 and Jesus Sermon on the Mount...."An Eternal Hunger", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew 7: “The Lord’s Prayer…Delivered” 11.03.24
While we pray for His Kingdom to come, we are constantly aware that we are still here in the world. What do we do? How do we face it?.... Pastor Don Knight concludes an in-depth study of The Lord's Prayer" with a look at the the final statement "Deliver Us From Evil".... The Lord's Prayer... Delivered", on the next Life Point.
“Matthew: “Forgiveness:The Power Pt. 2” 10.27.24
Forgiveness is the power of the resurrection being spoken into a dead world. From the Sermon on the Mount in the book of Matthew.... "Forgiveness:The Power Pt. 2", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: “Forgiveness:The Problem Pt. 1” 10.20.24
Pastor Don Knight begins an extensive look at Forgiveness from the Lord's Prayer in Matthew. Forgiveness is foundational to our faith. What is the problem we often overlook?
“Matthew: “His Heart. His Will.” 10.06.24
To truly know the will of God, you must posses the Heart of God.... "His Heart. His Will", now on LifePoint.
“Matthew: “Hallowing” 09.29.24
The ultimate goal of the Christian Life, from which all else flows, is to know God more fully. Join Pastor Don now, for a three part in-depth look at the Lord's Prayer..... "Hallowing", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: Choose Carefully” 09.15.24
We all need to be very careful about the rewards we seek.... because the reward you seek will be the reward you receive.... Discover why?.... "Choose Carefully", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: The Extra Mile” 09.08.24
Jesus spoke of some revolutionary things in His Sermon on the Mount on what citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven should look like. So revolutionary that the Jewish leaders wanted Him dead. We join in as He talks about an eye for an eye, giving someone your tunic and cloak, loving and praying for your enemies and going the extra mile. Find out why this was so revolutionary I'm Jesus' time and why it's so important in ours.... "The Extra Mile", coming up on the next LifePoint, right now....
“Matthew: Words of Evil Origin” 09.01.24
The words we use are rooted in the source of our identity..... From the book of Matthew, "Words of Evil Origin, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: His Standard… His Grace” 08.04.24
Our study of Jesus's Sermon On The Mount continues from Matthew, with a look at Jesus's teaching concerning leaving your offering at the alter and be reconciled with your brother first. The health of your relationships is the greatest indicator of the health of your relationship with God.... Now, "His Standard.... His Grace, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: To Fulfill… Not Abolish” 07.28.24
The Law, while perfect, was incomplete, leaving a gap in the story of God's effort to reconcile man to Himself. Take a look at The Law in the light of the person of Jesus Christ and His fulfillment...."To Fulfill...Not Abolish", on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: Salt and Light-A Calling” 07.21.24
We continue in Jesus Sermon on the Mount from the Gospel of Matthew. The beautiful Gospel story is much more than "Jesus died for me so we can all go to Heaven". How and why has it been reduced and prevented from times of old, to today? Jesus commands us all to be "Salt of the Earth". A look at what He meant and how we should apply this salty calling to our lives.... Now, Salt and Light- A Calling, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: Our Evident Attitudes” 07.14.24
The very things that define success in the kingdom of man will make it difficult to enter The Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus and His Sermon on the Mount. God's description of what the true path of freedom looks like.... "Our Evident Attitudes", from the Book of Matthew, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: The Only Rational Answer” 07.07.24
"Yes....The Only Rational Answer", from Matthew 4.
“Matthew: The Dawning Light” 06.23.24
The people will never be truly effective until their greatest allegiance is to the Kingdom of God. How John the Baptist life is a reflection of the path of God. The Dawning Light, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: The Temptation of Elevation” 06.09.24
In the moment of your failure, The Enemy celebrates.... But God awaits. As we continue in our look at how The Enemy tempted Jesus. We look at the Second Temptation and how Jesus handled it. What did He do? What is God looking for when temptation strikes us? We are all tempted and how can we change our perspective? Join us for a life changing look at Jesus's second temptation.... "The Temptation of Elevation" , from the book of Matthew, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: Jesus…New Israel” 06.02.24
Jesus picks up the vocation which Israel had abandoned in disobedience. See the amazing tie-ins behind it from Old Testament.... Plus, Jesus sent by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. Today, we look at the first temptation, "the lust of the flesh" and the significance it brings to us. Now, "Jesus.... New Israel", on next on LifePoint.
“Matthew: Back to the Beginning” 05.26.24
Do you hold onto and cling to the temple? With it's rules, regulations and the like? What is the temple? What did Christ come to do concerning the temple? What revolutionary thing did Jesus do and say concerning repentance and what about His baptism by John, the very last of the Old Testament prophets? ..... Learn, in a message that will set you free.... "Back to the Beginning", from the Gospel of Matthew...... on the next LifePoint.
Make it stand out.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Make it stand out.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Make it stand out.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
“Matthew: Herod…Echoes Within Us” 05.19.24
Who was Herod? Why did he do the horrible things he did? One reason was his priority was him and he put to death anything that threatened to take away his control of his life. We aren't Herod, but what do we do when something threatens to take control away from us in our lives? Are there echoes of him in us?....It's a revealing and soul provoking teaching that will bring positive change in your walk with Christ from the Book of Matthew, "Herod.... Echoes Within Us".....on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: Herod and the Wisemen” 05.12.24
The awareness of Jesus will always illicit a response. “Herod and the Wisemen” from the book of Matthew, on the next LifePoint.
“Matthew: More Than the Reason For the Season” 05.05.24
God's covenant to Abraham was faithful. It was not based on Israels righteousness, but God's faithfulness. The covenant was fulfilled over and over, ultimately through the Messiah, Jesus. God will fulfill His promises despite what we do. We can be certain of that and God delivering on His promises....... as we see in "Matthew: More Than the Reason For the Season", coming up on LifePoint.
“Matthew: A Tax Collector” 04.28.24
Pastor Don Knight begins an in-depth through the Bible look at the Book of Matthew. Matthew was a tax collector. The Jews of his day looked at tax collectors as outcasts and traders to their own people. Jesus looked at him different. See why that gives all of us hope to this day. Matthew also established Jesus rightful claim to the throne of David's Kingdom. Now.... "Matthew: A Tax Collector", on the next LifePoint".
“Jude: “Return, Restore Pt. 3” 04.07.24
How do you look at judgement day? What do you think you will be judged upon? But what does God base judgement on? What does He look at? Does it cause some fear and worry in you? We have good news.....God is good! Now, part 3 of "Return, Restore", on the next LifePoint.
“Easter…The Only Explanation” 03.31.24
Was the tomb really empty? Was there a motive to cover it up Christ's resurrection? What about the accounts of those of testimony were considered worthless in the day? What happened a few days later, despite Rome's and the Jew's efforts to squash it? The historic evidence of Easter and Christ's death and Resurrection as only the facts can reveal..... Now, "Easter... The Only Explanation", on the next LifePoint".
Jude: “Return, Restore Pt. 2” 03.24.24
We need to look at the day of judgement not as a day of retribution, but of restoration. How do you look at the Day of Judgement? What we be judged for? A look at Jesus's parable of the servants given bags of gold. What will we do with the gifts God has given you?..... Now, Part two of "Return, Restore", on the next LifePoint.
Jude: “Return, Restore” 03.17.24
Christ taught through many parables that no man knows the hour of His return and that we will all be judged. That's a terrifying thought for most and a stumbling block for some. What did the parables say and mean? What will we be judged upon and is God a big old deity just waiting to pounce on us? What did Jesus say? Let's find out in...... "Return, Restore" on the next, LifePoint.
Jude: “Canon, A Measuring Stick” 03.10.24
Today, Pastor Don Knight presents a "Don Talk" on the Canonization of the Holy Bible. How did we get the books and letters of the Bible we use? What was the process and measurement of choosing the scriptures? Are there letters that are left out? Why and how come? It's a fascinating study that ties into the book of Jude. Now..... "Canon, The Measuring Stick", one the next LifePoint.
Jude: “UFO’s and Stormy Seas” 03.03.24
What you believe sets the direction of your life. Are you believing truth, or searching for "shiny objects" from false teachers that attract your attention? Jude warns readers of his letter, that false prophets are like wild waves of the sea, foaming up their shame, wandering stars, for whom the blackest darkness has been reserved forever...... Now, "UFO's and Stormy Seas" , on the next LifePoint.
Jude: “Empty Promises” 02.25.24
Are you struggling with life? Having trouble with life's pain? Jesus never promised us happiness? What does He promise? Another question does what we pursue have the ability to deliver on it's promises?.... Are you chasing "Empty Promises"? Find out on the next, LifePoint.
Jude: “Choosing Chaos” 02.18.24
Are you on a happiness quest? Meaning, that we want our preferences to make us comfortable. The danger is when our preferences interfere with Gods word or direction.....you reject Gods authority and mock God. When you reject Gods authority, you ultimately choose chaos in your life...... Now, "Choosing Chaos" from the book of Jude, on the next LifePoint.
Jude: “A Consuming Fire” 02.11.24
Sin has consequences. For Gods people. In the spirit world and for unbelievers. Gods fire is a fire that consumes all unrighteousness. It's a refining fire God uses in the life of a believer. It might not be fun to go through, but thank goodness it's there and shows us He love us.... Now explore. "A Consuming Fire", one the next LifePoint.
3rd John: “Hello, My Name Is…” 01.21.24
What's in a name? Plenty..... God has a name, Yahweh. When we are adopted by Him, our entire identity is in His name. Not ours. When you view yourself through the living relationship of the living Lord, Yahweh, God Almighty.... Your entire narrative about yourself changes. You no longer view yourself by your past, but to the future God promises His children..... Now, "Hello, My Name is....." from This John, on the next LifePoint.
3rd John: “A Good Report” 01.07.24
We judge other people by their actions. But we judge ourselves by our intentions, or give ourselves the benefit of our circumstances. We can also give grace to ourselves, while denying it to others. The more we focus on ourselves, the more distance we create between God and ourselves. Intimacy with The Truth is the true path to intimacy and a path to.... "A Good Report", coming up on the next LifePoint.
Make it stand out.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Make it stand out.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
3rd John: “Relationships Revisited - A Don Talk” 12.17.23
Everyone one of us have baggage. Negative behaviors from life's circumstances. Unfortunately these behaviors that were introduced, are reproduced. Every one of us has the opportunity to give that baggage and behaviors to the Lord. We have the opportunity to live a new. We do not have to imitate evil... instead, reproduce the behavior of the Lord in our life..... Now, "Relationships Revisited.... A Don Talk"..... on the next LifePoint.
3rd John: “Relationships Revisited Pt. 2” 12.10.23
When your passion for your preference becomes greater than your passion for people, you become prideful and that's a problem. Lessons from a church leader from the time of John, that applies to us today that applies today, concerning meekness and the body of Christ...... "Relationships Revisited Part Two", on the next LifePoint.
3 John: “Relationships Revisited” 12.03.23
Your identity in Christ..... How do you view yourself in Christ? What is your identity? How does identity drive your vocation and affect your relationships? How you view yourself determines what you do with yourself and your relationship with God..... Now "Relationships Revisited" from Third John, on the next LifePoint.
2 John: “Sent… or Went?” 11.12.23
Truth stands independent of our preference and our passions. Truth is facts. Not our feelings. False teachers go away from the church and Christ. They are not sent. Their teachings preach prosperity, but their words bring death.... Now, "Sent.... or Went", from Second John, on the next LifePoint.
2 John: “Truth Loves…Love” 11.05.23
The Apostle John shows us that Jesus, The Son of God, is Truth and in possesing the Truth, we must love. Truth and Love are intrinsically connected. Love is the only natural response to The Truth. If we have no "Truth" (Jesus), we have no Love.... Discover why "Truth Loves.... Love", in an insightful teaching from 2nd John, on the next LifePoint.
1 John: “Emissaries Amongst the Enemy” 10.22.23
The sway by the evil one over the world should have no power over us. We should understand our worth and value as God's own children. How can we not let the world set the standard for us? Does the enemy have power over you and what are his tricks and lies? Learn why Jesus did not call us out of the world, but to be participants in it.... We are "Emissaries Amongst the Enemy", coming up on the next LifePoint.
1 John: “Toil and Trouble” 10.15.23
We all sin. But those born of God do not do it continually. Satan desires you to spend your energy enslaved. Enslaved to the world and all it's offerings. To pursue things that never deliver upon it's promises... "To Toil and Trouble", coming up on the next LifePoint.
1 John: “Additional Danger” 10.08.23
When you believe a lie about The Gospel, you create distance between you and Christ. Whenever we add elements you our faith, we elevate those elements over Christ......Beware of "Additional Danger", on the next LifePoint.
1 John: “Made In My Image” 10.01.23
The strategy of freedom to overcome the world is to follow Christ's commandments and to believe in the actual Jesus. The strength of our faith is not found in faith, but in the object of our faith.... Jesus Christ. We reject Christ when we alter Christ..... "Made in My Image" from First John, on the next LifePoint.
1 John: “Relational Restrictions” 09.24.23
There is NO freedom without restrictions. Obedience to Gods Word is our path to overcoming the world.
1 John: “Creating Space” 09.17.23
Agape (Love) and Miseo (Hate) are two powerful forces, that one is a converging force and the other a diverging force. Both have equally powerful results for a believer. God speaks of us loving and not hating others...... yet, there's times when God hates. What's with that and is it ever approbate to hate? Can good come out of it? Find out, when we're...... "Creating Space" on the next LifePoint.
1 John: “Love and Fear” 09.10.23
God doesn't just love... He is love.... Agape. If we confess Him, agree, His words speak to us and our nature should be of love. You align your life with with His commandments so fully. Pastor Don explores, "Love and Fear", out of First John on the next LifePoint.
"Easter: The Only Explanation” 04.09.23
We all know the Easter story from what the Bible tells us. Christ death, burial and resurrection can be backed up by historical facts as well. What are they? Today, we dive into those facts and how, yes, we can believe what the Bible says, but also base our beliefs on the historical facts. It's an Easter message you'll want to see..... "Easter, The Only Explanation" on the next LifePoint.