Kalkaska Church of Christ Podcast

Isaiah 9:2; Isaiah 10:17; 42:6; Isaiah 60:1 John 8:1-11 Jesus revealed the truth. Hosea 6:5 Romans 3:23 John 3:17 Micah 7:8 8:12-18 Jesus revealed the problem. John 1:1 Luke 9:23 John 10:30 8:19-24 Jesus revealed the solution. John 3:16 John 20:31 John 17:14 Isaiah 60:20 8:25-30 Jesus revealed the future. Luke 23:47 John 19:31-35 8:31-32 Jesus revealed the plan. Galatians 5:13-15 Romans 7:4-6 1 John 1:5-7; Proverbs 4:18; Isaiah 58:10 Jesus is the Son, not a flashlight! The post The Light of the World appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

John 6:4-10 The test for Philip was, “Who do you believe I AM?” John 1:43-45 John 14:8-11 John 6:15,24-27 The test for the Israelite people was, “Why do you seek me?” Exodus 2:23-25 Judges 2:18,22 Exodus 16:2-3 John 6:35-40 The test for us is, “Are you hungry?” Exodus 12:15 Leviticus 24:5-9 John 6:43-58 The answer to all questions is, “I AM the Bread of Life.” John 6:27 John 6:29 John 6:53 Jesus’ statements about Himself are calls for us to take action in our relationship with Him. The post The bread of Life appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

1 Kings 19:19-21 2 Kings 2:1 Joshua 5:2,9 Active mentoring includes separation. 2 Kings 2:2-3 Genesis 35:1,7 Godly mentoring is creating a desire to be in God’s presence. 2 Kings 2:4-5 Joshua 5:13-14 Challenging mentoring is defining and living by faith. 2 Kings 2:6-7 Matthew 3:13 Successful mentoring is understanding the goal of being united with Christ. Philippians 3:8-11 2 Kings 2:8-9 Matthew 28:19 Mentor in such a way as to create more mentors. 2 Kings 2:10 What do our kids see when they look at us? 2 Kings 13:18-19 The post Mentor One appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Isaiah 39:4-8Judges 2:71 Samuel 3 We need to help our youth discern God’s calling. We need to help our youth interpret God’s calling. 1 Samuel 1 The calling on Samuel’s life started before birth. The follow through by Hannah was a sacrifice. Obstacles: Lack of example – Ephesians 5:1-2 Lack of teaching – Deuteronomy 6:4-7 Lack of priorities – James 4:4; John 15:19 Let’s not be content with what is and prepare our kids for what’s next. The post Calling one appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

This sermon is from Mark McCool. The post Pursuing Spiritual Gifts appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  The One PlanSermon Title: Next OneSermon Scripture: Mark 8; Colossians 1:16; Isaiah 43:6-7; Galatians 2:20Speaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  Our journey through this life is filled with steps.  Each step equals growth.  How will we travel this journey? Every journey has a preface. Why we are here – Isaiah 43:6-7 Die to self – Mark 8:34-9:1; Galatians 2:20 Every journey starts with a commitment. Acts 2:38 What does it mean to be all in?  Galatians 3:27 What does it mean to stay in? 1 Timothy 4:1; John 15:4; Romans 12:1-2 Every journey starts with a destination in mind.  – 1 John 3:2; Luke 6:40 Promised Land Every journey has a next step.  – 1 Peter 2:21 Spiritual Disciplines – Ephesians 4:22-24 Sharing life – Acts 2:46 Serving others – 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 Sharing the news – Mark 16:15 Every journey (except one)  ends. Revelation 22:14 Our goal this year is to clearly identify the steps of discipleship and to challenge you to take the next one. The post Next One appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Matthew 4:18-19  The definition of a disciple is a follower, a student. Jesus’s followers, make Jesus followers. Matthew 28:16-20 What we teach matters. We need to teach obedience to Jesus’s commands. Jesus expects his followers to make more followers. Discipleship costs. 1 Timothy 4:7b-8 The benefits of discipleship are worth the costs. Year one of the 3 year plan of Reach One: The post Disciple One appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Luke 15:1-7,8-10 Sometimes you have to leave comfortable to reach the lost. 1 Corinthians 3:6; Romans 1:16 Our job is to plant seeds and water using the Gospel message. Luke 15:7,10,22-24 In the end, it’s about the euphraino! Year one of the 3 year plan of Reach One: Pray for each other, have one conversation about the Gospel, and celebrate when God brings growth! The post Celebrate with One appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Paul was on a mission Acts 9:19b-22,28 Paul followed a Spirit led plan Acts 13:4-5,13-14,42-43 Acts 16:6-10 Paul was not deterred Acts 16:19-25 Acts 17:5 Our mission Matthew 28:19 1 Peter 3:15 A Biblical plan 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Don’t be deterred 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Philippians 3:14Failure in evangelism is not evangelizing. The post Share with One appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  The One PlanSermon Title: Pray for OneSermon Scripture: Eph. 6:19, Rom. 10:1, Col 4:3, 1 John 5:14-15Speaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  Successful evangelism starts with prayer. Ephesians 6:18-19 Pray for each other. Romans 10:1-4 Pray for those who once knew. 1 John 5:14-15 Pray aligned to God’s will. Colossians 4:2-4 Pray for opportunities. After opening our mouth to pray, may we open our mouth to share the Gospel! Revelation 21:5-8 The post Pray for One appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Big Idea:  We have been called to grow like Jesus and to grow to be like Jesus. Luke 2:41-44 Jesus went to Passover for training. 2:45-47 Jesus reasoned with Spiritual leaders as part of his development. 2:48-52 The Father’s favor was on the Son as He grew. Philippians 2:1-11 Reflecting Jesus is action with the right heart. 2:12-18 Christianity is a results-based faith. After 10 years of reflection… The post Pencils Down, How’d You Do? appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  X FactorSermon Title: Altered DestinySpeaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  When we accept Jesus into our lives as Lord and Savior, our eternal future is altered. Matthew 1:18-21,24 A humble tradesman boldly followed instructions. Matthew 2:1-2,10-11 A group of astronomers boldly worshiped the one who made the stars. Luke 1:11-20,59-64 A spiritual leader was overwhelmed by what God can do. Luke 2:8-20 A group of shepherds found their shepherd. The impact of Jesus is felt greatest in our knowledge of where we are headed when this life is over. The post Altered Destiny appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  X FactorSermon Title: Altered PerspectiveSpeaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  When Jesus is a part of our life, our perspective changes from being inward to outward. Luke 1:26-35; Matthew 13:53-56; Mark 6:3 Born to a virgin, raised by a tradesman. Mark 1:16-20; Mark 2:13-14; Mark 1:40-42; Matthew 5:1-12 The leader of the lowly and the hopegiver to the hopeless. Matthew 25:13,21,40; Matthew 22:36-40; Matthew 28:18-20 He left with a charge to change the world with a changed perspective. The announcement of Jesus into this world is not about lights, it’s about lives. The post Altered Perspective appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  X FactorSermon Title: Altered CircumstancesSermon Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25; Matthew 2Speaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  The addition of Jesus into this world and God’s plan brought tension.  Dealing with the tension that is Jesus is surrendering to His will. Matthew 1:1-6 There was tension in his family tree. Question 1 – How can our past cause tension in our present?  How can we deal with it? Matthew 1:18-25 There was tension with his mother and earthly father. Question 2 – Share how pride can cause someone to make a bad decision. Matthew 2:1-8,16 There was tension with his “king.” Question 3 – Why do you think Herod was threatened by Jesus? Matthew 2:7-12 There was tension with his seekers. Question 4 – Have you ever been caught in the middle of an awkward situation?  How did you handle it? Matthew 2:13,19-23 There was tension with his protection. Question 5 – Share about a time when you were afraid or nervous to obey God. Tension is released when we talk with God, obey God, and put Jesus first. Have someone at the table read 1 Corinthians 11:24-26.  Have someone else pray.  Take communion together. The post Altered Circumstances appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series: X-FactorSermon Title: A Life AlteredSermon Scripture: Luke 2:25-38Big Idea: Christ as the X-Factor alters life A life altered by Christ as the X-Factor… Walks and waits in the Spirit (v25-27) Prayerfully praises God (v28) Sees Salvation in Christ and Grasps the gravity (v29-35) Plants in the presence of God (37b) Seeks to speak of the glory of the Gospel (v38) A challenge for all of us:A little Xtra Xpression of our X-Factor the Xmas season. The post A Life Altered appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  Teach us to Pray!Sermon Title: Prayer 101Sermon Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13Speaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  Prayer 101 is a start, but let’s strive to get to the 400 level of prayer. Matthew 6:9-13 Prayer 101 Alone Patterned Nehemiah 1:4-11 Prayer 201 Persistent From a list Add fasting Ephesians 6:18; James 5:16; 1 Timothy 2:1; Matthew 5:44 Prayer 301 For someone on the spot Asking people if you can pray for them For people who have wronged you Romans 8:26-28; Acts 12:12; Acts 4:31 Prayer 401 In front of a group Led by the Spirit Emotionally connected to Jesus Prayer is communicating with a Holy God in reverence, for repentance, and with requests. The post Prayer 101 appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  Teach us to Pray!Sermon Title: Bow with your eyes upSermon Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-12Speaker: Andy Bratton Big Idea:  Jehoshaphat felt the nations closing in on him and begged God for guidance.  When we pray, we are asking God for guidance, even as the world is closing in around us. 20:1-2 Sometimes it feels as though the world is closing in on us and so we pray. 20:3-4 Life can be terrifying, in response we pray and ask others to pray with us. 20:5-9 When we pray we acknowledge God and we acknowledge what we know about God. 20:10-12 Prayer is accepting we are limited in our power and understanding. Hebrews 12:1-2 Psalm 34:5 Psalm 119:37 Matthew 6:22 A good prayer life is fueled by our vision. The post Bow with your eyes up appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  Teach us to PraySermon Scripture: Daniel 2,9Speaker: Andy BrattonBig Idea:  Daniel’s heart was what made his prayers powerful, effective, and worth modeling.  The first instruction of prayer is to start with the right attitude. Luke 11:1 James 5:16 Daniel 2:17-18,19-23 We pray when times are tough. Daniel 9:1-4 We pray when the future is bleak. Daniel 9:5-8 We pray when we recognize sin in our lives. Daniel 9:9-19 We pray prayers of petition. Learning how to pray starts with the proper posture, which puts God in his proper position. The post HUMBLE PIE BEFORE PUMPKIN PIE appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Sermon Series:  Through New Eyes Sermon Title: Beware, Care, and Prayer Sermon Scripture: Matthew 16 Speaker: Andy Bratton Big Idea:  The election can be a distraction from the most important thing in life and that is following Jesus.  Don’t miss who He is in the midst of deciding who you are. Matthew 16:1-4 Watch out or you may miss what God has done and is yet to do. Matthew 16:5-12 Watch out or you may miss what God wants to teach you while you are focused on earthly things. Matthew 16:13-20 Watch out or you may miss who Jesus is. Matthew 16:21-23 Watch out or you may miss the big picture. Matthew 16:24-28 Watch out or you may miss your true calling. Daniel 7:13-14 We are and always will be under the authority of Jesus, the one true King! The post Beware, Care, and Prayer appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.

Youth Sunday at KCC First Service: Owen Shetler Second Service: Jack Trumble The post My Favorite Bible Characters appeared first on Kalkaska Church of Christ.