Jesus. Who do you think He is? Theres no doubt that many people have different perspectives, opinions and ideas about who this man named Jesus really was, but what do you think? If you're a Christian, you might be surprised to learn that what you believe about Jesus may not be the full picture. Michael takes us on a journey into the mind of a 1st century Israelite to help us better understand what Jesus said, what He taught, and ultimately what He set out to accomplish. Understanding the full picture of Jesus, and who He really was, will help you to understand what His mission for your life looks like, and how to respond to the Bible accordingly. In this first episode, Michael focuses on Old Testament Prophecies, cultural perspective and 1st Century historical background to discover who the Israelites were looking for in Jesus, and what they were expecting Him to accomplish if He really was who He claimed He was. Tune in to learn more!

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Everyone has voices in their lives, and they determine the decisions that you make, and the perspective you carry. Our voices in our life influence us so much, they literally define who we are as people. As Christians there are voices that need to be silenced in order for you to walk into your God given destiny in life. In this bonus episode, Michael breaks down how to silence these voices so that "The Voice of Your Destiny" can be heard!

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In the final episode of the Purpose series, Michael wraps up the topic of living out your kingdom purpose by combining the principles learned in the first three episodes, and drawing out some practical steps to take. It is completely possible to live out your God given purpose as long as you know what Gods purpose is. He has a mission, a kingdom agenda, and when you live completely focused on God's agenda, your own eyes will be wide open to the gifts and talents God has given you, and how He has designed you to use them for His purpose. Tune in to learn more about living out your Kingdom Purpose with clarity and success!

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In Episode 3 of the Purpose Series, Michael goes into detail about the purpose Christians can find in suffering and pain they experience. Through a biblical depiction of Jesus restoring Peter from emotional trauma, Michael gives you a front row view of how Gods healing love and grace walks you through the toughest moments in life, and restore you to your purpose in the end. Let's dig in!

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In Episode 2, Michael shows us how its the road of our own inner transformation that will lead us into fulfilling our ultimate purpose in life. God has laid out a path for us to follow, and the directions to stay on this path is by following the leadership of the Holy Spirit. You will fulfill your purpose in life when you are on the path to transformation. Tune in to find out more about this path!

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In Episode 1 of the Purpose Series, Michael brings fresh new perspective of how God desires His children to think in new ways. It is the way His people think that determines the way they live. When Christians learn to think in the new way, the "kingdom" way then they will learn to access Gods presence and direction more naturally. Your perspective determines everything in your life! God's Word will show us how to think, so that we know how to live!

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The final episode of the Easter Series brings an encouraging and convicting description of what Jesus intended for all of His followers to learn from His resurrection, and how this was supposed to effect their daily lives as His disciples.

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In this episode, Michael gives his message "Agents of Change" to the youth group at his home church in Tampa, Florida. In this message Michael shows us how God's Word specifically teaches that it is the Body of Christ who is meant to be the ones who bring the change that this world so desperately needs. Through Old Testament prophecies, covenants and their fulfillment through the resurrection of Jesus, we are not only able to, but we are called to bring God's love, holiness and justice into this world using the authority God has equipped His church with.

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In Episode 3 of our Easter Series, we talk about how the Exodus of God's people in Egypt ties directly into the overall theme of Exile in the Bible and the Resurrection. Easter Sunday represented the build up of God's movement throughout the history of Israel in the Bible. God rescuing His people from slavery in Egypt actually means a lot more to our lives than we may understand. When you learn what the Resurrection really launched, your perspective of Jesus and your life as a Son or Daughter of God will become clear!

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In Episode 2 of our Easter Series, we dive into the Old Testament and discover that God had made a promise (covenant) with a man that would promise to make him into a great nation (Israel) and this nation would become a blessing to the rest of the world.

What does this covenant have to do with Easter Sunday?

Why does the Old Testament constantly remind us of this promise?

How does this Covenant reveal to us that God is faithful towards His creation?

All of these questions and more are answered in Episode 2 of our Easter Series, and we will discover that it is Gods faithfulness towards us and His covenant promises that has brought hope into this world. It is this faithfulness that leads us all the way to Easter Sunday! Lets prepare our minds and hearts to grow in understanding of Jesus as we approach Easter Sunday!

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