
Michael Catt
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Prep Time Is Never Wasted Time
1.0K49:43PreparationJOS 3:2JOS 3:14PSA 139:23MAT 6:33EPH 3:17EPH 3:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preparation in the Christian journey. He highlights the idea that how we practice is how we perform, and that a message is only as good as its preparation. The speaker also emphasizes the need for obedience and sacrifice in order to fulfill God's calling. The sermon references Joshua chapter 3, where the people are commanded to prepare provisions and follow the ark of the covenant as they prepare to possess the land God has given them.
God's Unexpected Ways
98740:25Plan Of GodGEN 45:5GEN 45:7EXO 20:12PSA 119:105MAT 6:33ROM 8:28JAS 1:2In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that God often works in unexpected ways. He gives examples from the Bible, such as Moses being sent into the wilderness for 40 years before being used by God, and Joshua being instructed to walk around a walled city instead of scaling the walls. The speaker also shares a personal experience of a tragic event that made him realize the need to surrender to God's plan. He concludes by expressing a desire for a deeper spiritual experience and a greater purpose in life.
The Danger of Faltering and Failing
79246:01FailureJOS 11:16NEH 13:23MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher discusses the danger of faltering and failing in the Christian walk. He references the military's current struggles due to not doing their job the first time because of political correctness. The main lesson for the church is that pet sins can become uncontrollable monsters if they are not dealt with. The preacher then examines the example of three towns - Gaza, Gath, and Ashkelon - and how they represent areas in our lives where God may not be in charge. He emphasizes the importance of dealing with these areas, as whatever we fail to address becomes a greater problem in the future.
The Man God Uses in Revival
7231:12:15EXO 3:42CH 7:14PSA 85:6ISA 6:8ACT 3:19PHP 4:13JAS 4:10This sermon emphasizes the need for personal revival and surrender to God, highlighting the importance of being willing, available, and teachable for God's use. It discusses the characteristics of a revival leader, focusing on humility, faithfulness, and reliance on God's sufficiency. The speaker encourages drawing a circle around oneself symbolically, signifying a commitment to be an instrument of revival and to seek God's will above personal desires.
The Person That God Uses in Revival
7101:19:58RevivalEXO 20:4NUM 21:9LAM 3:22MAT 18:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of adapting methods to effectively reach people with the message of God. He highlights how movies, television, and music have a significant influence on people's lives, often more than the church. The speaker shares a personal example of a movie they made that resulted in 36 people getting saved. They emphasize the need to be obedient to God's leading and not cling to traditional methods, but instead, find where the Holy Spirit is working and join Him in that work.
The Christian Life Is a Process
7031:01:31Christian LifeMAT 6:33ROM 6:1ROM 6:152CO 2:11EPH 6:16COL 2:14In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not just having knowledge and experiences in the Christian faith, but actually using them to make a difference for God. He warns against the dangers of legalism and being consumed with feelings and emotions. The preacher uses the analogy of marines taking an island to illustrate the process of the Christian life. He explains that while God is working in us, we also need to actively go out and take ground for God, not just staying in our comfort zones. The sermon is based on Romans chapter 6 and highlights the idea that the Christian life is a continuous process of growth and transformation.
The Revived Life Begins With Me
66849:26RevivalPSA 138:1LUK 18:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of pacing oneself in life. He starts by discussing the confession of desperation and failure in prayer, highlighting the need to pray consistently and not lose heart. The speaker then introduces the concept of pacing oneself using the acronym P-A-C-E, which stands for praise, attitude, confession, and expectation. He explains that starting the day with praise and thanksgiving to God sets a positive tone for the day. The speaker also encourages listeners to maintain a positive attitude, confess their sins, and have an expectation of God's work in their lives.
Gaining Perspective on How God Works
66148:28Character Of GodJOS 1:3In this sermon, the speaker discusses the common pattern of Christians experiencing a spiritual high after a conference or event, only to quickly fall back into old habits and sins. The speaker then presents a lifestyle test based on Scripture to evaluate one's spiritual progress. The tests include walking in peace, having joy, living in the blessings of God, and recognizing Christ as the hope of glory. The speaker emphasizes that victory in the Christian life is not based on one's own abilities, but on God's promises and strength.
The Church Triumphant
54253:03ChurchMAT 6:331CO 16:13EPH 6:11PHP 3:171TH 3:82TH 2:151PE 5:12In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being holy and standing firm in the faith. He draws inspiration from the image of Roman soldiers who never retreated and were willing to die for their cause. The speaker also warns against false teachings and false prophets within the church, urging believers to be discerning and vigilant. He concludes by expressing his deep concern for those who deny the gospel and emphasizing the need for spiritual discernment.