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Why do churches die? Though the kingdom of Christ will stand throughout time, local churches sometimes cease to exist. The churches of the first century eventually died although the truth upon which they were established continued to spread to other places. What happened to those congregations and why are some churches in the process of dying today? In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we consider what we might learn from the Autopsy of a Dead Church.

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-- In this compelling message, Pastor Henry Miller examines the probing questions found in the lyrics of the traditional hymn "Power in the Blood," challenging listeners to evaluate their own spiritual standing.

-- The teaching highlights how God's ultimate desire is not to judge or destroy, but to offer radical mercy and a clean slate, pointing back to biblical examples like Noah and the comforting invitation of Isaiah.

-- Listeners are challenged to move past mere good intentions and empty routines, confronting the danger of hidden sin and the necessity of true, life-altering repentance.

-- The message concludes with a direct call to action regarding Christian service, urging believers to stop acting like spiritual welfare recipients and step up to labor in the harvest field.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Revelation 1:3-6

-- Hebrews 9:11

-- Isaiah 1:16-20

-- 1 John 1:5-10

-- Isaiah 6

-- 1 Thessalonians 1:3

-- Colossians 3:22

-- Psalms 150

-- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

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Pastor Jack King explores the unchanging nature of divine love in a changing world, addressing how believers can maintain hope, find community, and experience true spiritual revival amidst cultural shifts.

-- The message centers on John 3:16, emphasizing that God was compelled by love to send His Son to redeem a deeply flawed and broken humanity.

-- Pastor King shares a real-world encounter with the ugliness of human nature at a local store, illustrating how believers should respond to carnal behavior through prayer rather than judgment.

-- Drawing inspiration from Psalms 84 and the Song of Solomon, the teaching highlights the beauty of the global church, comparing it to an army with banners and a sanctuary dedicated entirely to worship.

-- The discussion transitions into a reflection on historical and political changes, contrasting the freedom cherished in America with the rise of oppressive regimes and social control around the world.

-- Concluding with an earnest call to spiritual awakening, the message urges listeners to open their hearts to faith, experience the power of the local church, and find true peace in God's presence.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- John 3:16

-- Psalms 84:1-4

-- Matthew 16:18

This is episode 1291.

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Life in this world is rarely easy. We all face situations that feel completely beyond our control, walls we have to go through without knowing how. In this powerful message, Pastor Jack King explores the letter of Philemon to reveal what should be most prominent in our daily journey: the reality that we belong to Christ. True faith is not something we practice for a few hours on Sunday; it is an identity we carry twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

The message centers on an astonishing encounter between a wealthy believer, a runaway slave, and the Apostle Paul. When a runaway named Onesimus fled his master Philemon, he eventually crossed paths with Paul in Rome and gave his life to Christ. Paul then sent Onesimus back to his master with a revolutionary request: do not receive him as a slave, but welcome him as a beloved brother. This narrative forces both men to surrender their carnal desire for self-preservation and human rights in favor of divine mercy.

-- True Christianity is a twenty-four-seven reality that shapes every response, regardless of how difficult or unfair our circumstances might feel.

-- When we demand our own rights and stand on our own merits, we ultimately fail, but resting in Christ changes how we handle conflict and past wounds.

-- Forgiveness requires us to take difficult situations out of our own hands and completely trust the author and finisher of our faith.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Philemon 1:1-25

-- 2 Timothy 2:3-4

This is episode 146.

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Written by Ray Carlton

[verse 1]

Shabbat Shalom, 'tis now the time,

to search thine hearts and pray;

O wouldest thou, now humbly bow,

unto thy Lord this day?

Shabbat Shalom, be diligent,

be faithful and be sure;

ye guard thine hearts, from evil darts,

the scriptures doth adjure.

(His Torah doth adjure)

[chorus]

Shalom! Shalom! Ye brethren fear,

and give thy souls to prayer;

ye shun the wants, and worldly taunts,

that wouldest ye despair.

Shalom! Shalom! O Yeshua,

Who giveth grace and peace;

yea, come ye now, unto Him bow,

and He shalt thee increase.

(thy good shalt He increase)

[verse 2]

Shabbat Shalom, the truths of God,

wilt stand forevermore;

so be ye wise, against the lies,

His Torah doth implore.

Shabbat Shalom, the darkness falls,

upon the world and men;

yea, 'tis of old, that hearts be cold,

o'er lawlessness and sin.

(the iniquities of men)

[chorus]

Shalom! Shalom! Ye brethren fear,

and give thy souls to prayer;

ye shun the wants, and worldly taunts,

that wouldest ye despair.

Shalom! Shalom! O Yeshua,

Who giveth grace and peace;

yea, come ye now, unto Him bow,

and He shalt thee increase.

(thy good shalt He increase)

[verse 3]

Shabbat Shalom, ye wilt be tried,

and tempted to deny;

thy God above, Whose faithful love,

sent Yeshua to die.

Shabbat Shalom, commit thy ways,

unto the Lord and fear;

the consequence of providence,

so unto Him draw near.

(to Yeshua draw near)

[chorus]

Shalom! Shalom! Ye brethren fear,

and give thy souls to prayer;

ye shun the wants, and worldly taunts,

that wouldest ye despair.

Shalom! Shalom! O Yeshua,

Who giveth grace and peace;

yea, come ye now, unto Him bow,

and He shalt thee increase.

(thy good shalt He increase)

[verse 4]

Shabbat Shalom, give not to ways,

that wouldest e'er destroy;

the good ye do, but be ye true,

and ye wilt live with joy.

Shabbat Shalom, remember this,

ye servants of the Lord;

for Him ye live, to serve and give,

how great is thy reward!

(exceeding great reward)

[chorus]

Shalom! Shalom! Ye brethren fear,

and give thy souls to prayer;

ye shun the wants, and worldly taunts,

that wouldest ye despair.

Shalom! Shalom! O Yeshua,

Who giveth grace and peace;

yea, come ye now, unto Him bow,

and He shalt thee increase.

(thy good shalt He increase)

Amen! Amen! Amen!

Join Doug Apple as he talks with attorney and biblical teacher Mike Sharman about an audacious claim: almost every major area of personal and societal struggle can be traced back to the state of our marriages. Drawing from over 40 years of legal experience in family law, Mike unpacks how God designed the relationship between husband and wife to shape our personal health, financial security, and children's success.

Listen in as they explore practical, Scripture-grounded truths that will challenge both husbands and wives to stop pointing fingers, take responsibility, and cultivate a home environment where everyone can flourish.

-- The Fall in Genesis reveals that spiritual leadership falls squarely on husbands, regardless of who was deceived first.

-- Clashing in marriage is not a sign to quit, but an opportunity for iron to sharpen iron and smooth out selfish character flaws.

-- A husband's primary emotional need is respect, while a wife's primary emotional need is to feel loved and cherished.

-- Studies show that marital status is the single greatest predictor of personal wealth, physical health, and academic outcomes for children.

-- Financial strain often pulls families apart, but aligning priorities and utilizing Christian sharing options like Share HealthCare can help ease monthly burdens.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Genesis 3:1-19

-- Proverbs 27:17

-- Luke 16:18

-- Ephesians 5:22-33

-- Colossians 3:18-19

-- 1 Timothy 3:1-13

-- Titus 2:1-8

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In this dynamic teaching, Dr. Edith Davis unpacks the vital distinction between being valuable to God and being useful to His kingdom. God is calling believers to step beyond basic salvation into spiritual skill, training, and alignment. Drawing deep parallels from the life of Joseph, the power of our spoken words, and the necessity of guarding our souls, Dr. Davis provides actionable spiritual wisdom to help you overcome enemy attacks, handle trial periods, and see God's promises manifest in your life.

-- Every person born on planet earth is valuable to God, but only those who become spiritually skilled and disciplined become truly useful for His kingdom purposes.

-- Faith comes by hearing the Word of God, but real manifestation occurs when your internal and external words align completely with God's truth.

-- Planet Earth functions as a voice-activated realm where spoken words cross from the earthly dimension into the spiritual heavens.

-- The soul acts as the ultimate linchpin; if it aligns with the flesh, it leads to destruction, but aligning with Christ brings health, wealth, and restoration.

-- Joseph's journey demonstrates that being anointed and called is not enough; God allows trials and grooming to build integrity before placing us in positions of authority.

-- True biblical prosperity is not defined by external wealth or immediate circumstances, but by the presence, favor, and direct alignment with God.

-- Spiritual authority requires seeking the Provider rather than the provision, and focusing on the Healer rather than the healing.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Hosea 4:6

-- Romans 10:17

-- Luke 22:44

-- Matthew 6:33

-- Genesis 37:3-11

-- Genesis 39:1-23

-- Genesis 40:1-23

-- Genesis 41:1-44

This is episode 411.

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I’m Doug Apple...and my heart is on fire. (Luke 24:32)

The Bible says, “Thou shalt not covet.”

You can usually tell if you’re doing it because it bites into your gut.

Someone else is doing better, or has something better, than you, and the teeth of covetousness sink in.

It happens to Christians. I’ve heard pastors talk about feeling extremely jealous of other ministries with more people, more followers, bigger buildings and budgets.

Have you ever heard a pastor say, “Here’s my hot wife”? Okaaaaay. Weird. But what happens when the next pastor walks in with an even hotter wife?

It’s the comparison trap, and it’s poison.

Like young George Bailey said in It’s a Wonderful Life, “It’s poison, I tell ya. It’s poison!”

There’s a powerful story of comparison in the Bible between Peter and John. There must have been some kind of rivalry between Peter and John because it shows up a few times.

In John chapter 21, Jesus appears to His disciples by the sea after He was raised from the dead. Peter had betrayed Jesus, but Jesus restores Peter as they stand by the sea. Then Jesus proceeds to tell Peter how Peter will die, and it’s not good.

I’m sure this leaves Peter shaken, and then he looks over and sees John, apparently getting off scot-free, with no terrible death prediction.

So in John 21 verse 21, Peter, probably waving his hand toward John, says to Jesus, “But Lord, what about this man?”

And Jesus gives this profound answer.

And this is the answer for all of us, in all kinds of covetous situations.

If you’ve ever had the teeth of covetousness or jealousy or envy sink deep into your gut, listen closely to what Jesus said to Peter.

Actually, Jesus doesn’t respond to Peter’s question about John.

And Jesus probably won’t respond to our cries about what the other guy has and we don’t.

Jesus talks to Peter, about Peter, not about John.

In John 21 verse 22 Jesus said to Peter, “If I will that he remain till I come, what is that to you? You follow Me.”

When we cry out to God about what others have and we don’t, I think this is what He is probably saying to us as well. “What is that to you? You follow Me.”

It says, “Thou shalt not covet” for a reason. It’s time we stop looking around and comparing and stoking the flames of covetousness.

It’s time we make eye contact with Jesus as He waves off all of our petty concerns and says to us, “What is that to you? You follow Me.”

May God bless you today.

I’m Doug Apple.

The book of Acts records a pivotal moment in human history: the fulfillment of Christ's promise to send the Holy Spirit. In this deep dive into Acts Chapter 2, Pastor Mike Jenkins explores how Pentecost was never meant to be a mere emotional experience or a display restricted to an elite spiritual class. Instead, God poured out His Spirit on all flesh to launch a global mission and build a transformed community centered on Jesus Christ.

Key insights from this teaching include:

-- Obedience requires waiting on God's timing until we are endued with power from on high rather than attempting to manufacture spiritual growth through human programs.

-- The supernatural wind and tongues at Pentecost reversed the curse of the Tower of Babel, gathering nations together to hear the wonderful works of God in their own languages.

-- The primary work of the Holy Spirit is to glorify Jesus Christ and point people directly to Him, rather than focusing on human ministers or gifts.

-- Peter's transformation from denying Christ to boldly proclaiming the gospel before thousands demonstrates that past failures do not define a believer's future in God's kingdom.

-- When the Holy Spirit moves, responses will vary from wonder to mockery, but believers are called to stand firm on the Word of God and proclaim the risen Savior.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Acts 1:8

-- Acts 2:1-21

-- Genesis 11:1-9

-- Joel 2:28-32

-- John 3:8

-- John 16:14

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In this transformative teaching, Pastor Joseph Davis breaks down Ezra chapter 3 to reveal how God’s people transitioned from captivity back into His abundance. Before they could rebuild their physical walls or lives, they had to restore the altar of worship. If you feel like your spiritual life lacks luster or your practical progress has stalled, this message provides the blueprint to break free from spiritual apathy and step into a new dimension of faith and favor.

Key takeaways from this message include:

-- The difference between building your natural life first versus establishing your spiritual altar.

-- Why biblical sacrifice moves the heart of God more than routine religion.

-- Overcoming spiritual apathy, lazy faith, and the trap of giving God your leftovers.

-- How to break free from worldly philosophies, cultural compromise, and pagan practices like astrology by walking in true Holy Spirit discernment.

-- Understanding your identity as a living altar and a distribution center for Kingdom resources.

-- How God accelerates His glory across generations when His people unite in true worship.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Ezra 3:1-12

-- Matthew 6:33

-- Amos 9:11-12

-- John 3:16

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