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BIG in the CommunityBIG in the Community | EP 017- Ray Fields, Kalamazoo Youth For ChristIn this episode, Jonathan sits down with Ray Fields, City Life Center Associate at Kalamazoo Youth For Christ.Follow us on Social!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKalamazooPromiseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekalamazoopromise/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-kalamazoo-promiseTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekalamazoopromise2024-07-0341 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristDoing Life TogetherSend us a textPreached by Jaren Singh for the Racine Church of Christ on 9/3/23 2023-11-1245 minKalamazoo Church of ChristTitus 3: Only Through ChristSend us a textPreached by Kalban Singh on 8/20/23 2023-09-2439 min
KfirstXC 90th Anniversary|Brooks McElhenny|Purposed for Christ“XC” is the roman numeral for “90” and September 2023 marks 90 years since the start of a dream that was first realized in the hearts of 6 people. In 1931, that group had a vision for a work to begin in Kalamazoo. They called the Assemblies of God to see if they would send someone to come and start a church to reach this city. Asa Miller answered that call and came here to begin what would ultimately be known at Kalamazoo First Assembly of God. What God began in the basement of a home, He has continued 90 years later to pour out His presence...2023-09-1340 minKalamazoo Church of ChristWin The World: Intentional PrayerSend us a textFor two weeks at the end of July and the beginning of August, 9 disciples from different parts of the United States traveled to Riga, Latvia and Tallinn, Estonia. The purpose of the trip was to encourage the churches there by praying, fellowshipping, sharing faith, and creating connections. The theme of the two weeks was "Win The World." These are some of the lessons from that series. Daniel 6 - Daniel in the Lion's DenPreached by Dan Winchester, Campus Minister in the Madison Church of Christ, in Riga, Latvia on 7/27/232023-08-1718 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristBe The Church: Christ, Your LifeSend us a textPreached by Jaren Singh on 11/13/22 2022-12-1832 minKalamazoo Church of ChristLife to the FullSend us a textDevin preaches on our calling as followers of Christ and challenges us to be: InvolvedIntentionalPickyPreached by Devin Cook, pastor at the Racine Church of Christ on 10/16/22 2022-11-2138 minKalamazoo Church of ChristAll Hands on DeckSend us a textGuest speaker Tanner Versage delivers a message challenging everybody to remain in the fight and in the faith. We look at Paul's journey at the end of Acts to see what happens when we are not engaged. Preached by Tanner Versage of the Midpoint ministry in the Chicago Church of Christ on 10/2/22 2022-11-0642 minKalamazoo Church of ChristWhen Feelings Equal FactsSend us a textGod works through us most powerfully when our FEELINGS align with the FACTS of spirituality.Things that Mask (the facts)We are in a spiritual war. Ephesians 6:10-12Jesus has already won. Hebrews 10:11-14Things that Magnify (feelings). Fear is a major feeling that hinders our spirituality. Mark 4:40. Mark 5:35-36. Mark 6:50Things that MatterPreached by Jaren Singh on 8/28/22 2022-10-0230 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristTreasuring God: Treasuring the ShepherdSend us a textPreached by Tomm Wilson on 8/14/22 2022-09-2529 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristTreasuring God: Treasuring HopeSend us a textIn order to live our richest, most full lives, we must be people who are continually looking towards the realization of God's promises.Hope for victory over sin. Luke 24:44-53Hope for a character like Christ. Romans 5:1-5Hope for eternity in heaven. Hebrews 6:9-12Preached by Jaren Singh on 8/7/22 2022-09-1836 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristTreasuring God: Treasuring CreationSend us a textPreached by Spencer Schulz on 7/24/22 2022-09-0937 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristTreasuring God: Treasuring the EternalSend us a textHow often do you think about eternity? The goal of this lesson is to prompt you to consider what will happen when you die. Joe Le looks at both of the letters to the church in Corinth and the life of Paul to inspire us to value where a Christian's eternity lies.Preached by Joseph Le on 7/17/22 2022-07-3127 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristTreasuring God: Treasuring the CrossSend us a textMatthew 16:21-27Treasure the whole process, not just the result.Hardships are not necessarily bad - they give opportunities to connect and grow with God.Preached by Blake Hatcher on 7/10/22 2022-07-2428 minKalamazoo Church of Christ1 Peter 1 - Same Same, But DifferentSend us a textWe're looking at the beginning of 1 Peter 1. The main takeaway from 1 Peter 1 is to remember where you stand before Jesus and what your responsibility is to your brothers and sisters in Christ and the world around you.Consider Salvation...and respond with gratitude. 1 Peter 1:3-6Consider Jesus...and Strive for Holiness. 1 Peter 1:13-16Preached by Jaren Singh on 7/3/22 2022-07-1921 minKalamazoo Church of ChristFocus on the Evangelistic MissionSend us a textEvangelism is all about loving well. The defining quality is what defines the Kingdom from outside of us - loveLove is a choice you make, not a feelingLoving people well is all about being intentional.Preached by Kyle and Kristin Eastman on 6/26/22 2022-07-0330 minKalamazoo Church of ChristGo With God: Kingdom LifeSend us a textEven the ordinary is extraordinary when you are living in the Kingdom. 1 Corinthians 1:9-14Matthew 6:19-201 Corinthians 16:20Matthew 22:37-39Preached by Paul Stinnett on 6/19/22 2022-06-2737 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristGo With God: Authentic DiscipleshipSend us a textThe goals of this series is to INSPIRE you to ASPIRE to a life of disciple makingHebrews 4:12-132 Timothy 3:16-17John 8:31-32Mark 1:16-20Matthew 28:18-20Luke 9:23-26John 13:34-35Preached by Jaren Singh on 6/5/22 2022-06-1937 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristFruit That Lasts: Nourishment Through ConnectionSend us a textWe're continuing our series on Fruit That Lasts. John 15:1-8We cannot follow the Bible's standards if we are not connecting ourselves to God.There are a few gauges for us as we determine if we are abiding in Jesus.Walk as Jesus did. 1 John 2:6Love one another. 1 John 4:12Obey his commands. 1 John 3:24Deepen your convictions. 1 John 2:24Preached by Jaren Singh on 5/22/22 2022-06-1233 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristFruit That Lasts: Less is MoreSend us a textJohn 15:1-17As long as we're being pruned - we are being used. God prunes what appears to be good so that the best can shine and be fruit that lasts. Peter is one of the many examples of someone being pruned - he is more faithful after he falls than before he falls. There is a massive jump from him denying that he knows Jesus to preaching that everyone is accountable for the death of Christ in Acts 2.Preached by Alec Krause on 5/15/22 2022-06-0525 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristFruit That Lasts: A Bountiful LifeSend us a textThe greatest purpose for anything is what the maker intended it for.John 15:1-17John 10:9-11A Bountiful life is a transformed life. Romans 12:1-2. Galatians 3:27-28A Bountiful life transforms lives. Matthew 28:18-20. Preached by Jaren Singh on 5/8/22 2022-05-2926 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristFruit That Lasts: ChosenSend us a textOver the next 5 lessons we're going to be focusing on John 15:1-17. This text is extremely rich and there is a lot to pull out that will help us in our day to day and in our view of the Bible. First we cover the context of the passage, then the specific words of Jesus as he reminds us we are CHOSEN by Him.Who? Jesus talking to the 12. Unschooled and ordinary. Peter was likely the only one above the age of 20 (temple tax out of fishes mouth). John might...2022-05-2237 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristIdentity: Believed IdentitySend us a textPreached by Devin Cook at the Racine Church of Christ on 4/24/22 2022-05-1837 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristIdentity: Received IdentitySend us a textToday we look at two promises based on the ramifications of the resurrection.2 Corinthians 5:14-20. God tells us through the resurrection that we are reborn.Our motivation is differentOur perspective is differentOur destiny is differentOur purpose is differentRomans 8:28-27. God tells us through the resurrection that we are victors.Preached by Jaren Singh on 4/17/22 2022-05-0826 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristIdentity: Achieved IdentitySend us a textYour Identity is built through your life choices.1 Corinthians 3:10-17We should strive to build wisely. Poor decisions are: made in haste, made in anger, and made aloneJesus must be the foundation of our lives - worth more than everything elseThe storms of life expose our identity. Prepare for the storms.Our identity is found through embracing God calling us familyPreached by Jaren Singh on 4/10/22 2022-05-0126 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristIdentity: Deceived IdentitySend us a textYour perspective shapes your behavior in life. Similarly - your perspective of your identity shapes your behaviors.The only way to fight the lies and deception vying for our identity is with God's Truth.We look at Jesus being tested in the wilderness to see three major lies the devil tries to convince us of.Matthew 4:1-4. The Devil wants us to be defined by our pleasures and our painsMatthew 4:5-7. The Devil wants us to view our relationship with God incorrectlyMatthew 4:8-11. The Devil wants us to...2022-04-2727 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristSermon on the Mount: Holiness turned Right Side UpSend us a textLesson 3 of 4 on our Sermon on the Mount series. We ought to live Secret Lives that we would be proud to present to God. Matthew 6:1-7:12Preached by Jaren Singh on 3/20/22 2022-04-1030 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristSermon on the Mount: The Law of Moses Inside OutSend us a textPart 2 of our 4 part series on the Sermon on the Mount.The Law of Moses is perfect, but how can anyone follow it perfectly??When looking at Jesus' standard, we can go 3 different places. The goal is to choose Option COption 1: Teach that following this to a T is the only way to heaven – live a life full of guilt and fear Option 2: Pacify Jesus’ teachings – begin comparison with others to feel justifiedOption C: Trust in Jesus’ Righteousness and Strive to live how he lived.Preached by Jaren...2022-04-0329 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristSermon on the Mount: Turning World Values Upside DownSend us a textWe're looking at the Sermon on the Mount over the next 4 Sundays. The text today is Matthew 5:1-14.Preached by Jaren Singh on 3/6/22 2022-03-2736 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristAll In: Elijah at the Crossroads of DestinySend us a textJoin us as we hear from a guest speaker - Josh Lutz, Evangelist at the Springfield Church of Christ. Elijah steps out on faith and makes a spectacle of the prophets of Baal. God performs amazing miracles when we are All In.1 Kings 16:19-231 Kings 18Preached by Josh Lutz on 2/27/22 2022-03-2242 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristAll In: Elisha and The Path to HappinessSend us a textHappiness comes from making a decisionHappiness comes when your priority is clearHappiness comes when you count the cost and choose freelyHappiness comes from “burning the plow”Happiness comes when you decide to serveHappiness comes when you value spiritual relationships and pursue masteryPreached by Joseph Le on 2/20/22 2022-03-1336 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristAll In: King Solomon and The Measure of LoveSend us a textThere are caricatures that we’re taught about growing up – and when you turn a certain age you begin to realize that people are complex. Solomon was a complex individual.It is harder to finish than it is to start – but finishing for God is the only thing that matters.Solomon was loved by God· You show me what comes to your mind when I bring up the concept of prosperity and I’ll show you exactly what will take you out of your relation...2022-03-0733 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristAll In: King Asa and the Secret to SuccessSend us a textWhen we go all in, greatness happensThe Practice of Being All In. 2 Chronicles 14The Principle of Being All In. 2 Chronicles 15The Penalty of Not Being All In. 2 Chronicles 16Preached by Alec Krause on 2/6/22 2022-02-2731 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristGreater Vision: Vision of the PresentSend us a textOur vision of the present must be accurate if we are going to see the future through the eyes of faithA humble vision of yourself. Matthew 7:3-5. Revelation 3:17-18A graceful vision of others. Matthew 18:32-33A hopeful vision of suffering. James 1:2-5Preached by Jaren Singh on 1/16/22 2022-02-2030 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristGreater Vision: Vision of the PastSend us a textNothing gives us the confidence and clarity of the future more than confidence of the past.All over the Bible there are calls and instructions to remember the past. You can look at every genre of text in the Bible and see how God is directing mankind to consider what came before.Consider Your Past. 1 Samuel 17:33-37Consider Our Past. Preached by Jaren Singh 1/9/222022-02-1333 min
Kalamazoo Church of ChristGreater Vision: Vision of GodSend us a textAll visions from God leave with us pursuing something greater for their lives and the lives of those around them.Numbers 12:6Luke 4:18Practicals for growing in our Vision of GodStop. Psalm 46:10Listen. Psalm 85:8Think. Psalm 77:12Cleanse. Psalm 24:3-4Pray. Psalm 32:6Seek. Psalm 63:1Preached by Jaren Singh on 1/2/222022-02-0629 minKalamazoo Church of ChristOur Commitment as ChristiansSend us a textJoin us as we look at what the commitment of Christians looks like practically. Not only do we depend on Jesus, but there is a commitment to one another that is a vital part of ChristianityJesus, Superior to all. Hebrews 1:1-4Walk together in JesusRepresentative of JesusPreached by Kyle Perkins on 12/19/212022-01-3027 minKalamazoo Church of ChristMeasuring ChristianitySend us a textOur walk with God ought to produce, prompt, and inspire actions that draw ourselves and others closer to the likeness of Christ. 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5Work produced by faithLabor prompted by loveEndurance inspired by hopeFaith that comes from seeing God’s powerLove from being locked into the SpiritHope that is built on deep convictionPreached by Jaren Singh on 12/12/212022-01-2338 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Search for HopeSend us a textWe look at the book of Nehemiah to help us understand the concept of hope and how it applies to our lives.Preached by Alec Krause on 12/5/212022-01-1633 minKalamazoo Church of ChristWisdom is All Around UsSend us a textGod's scale is incomprehensibleGod's wisdom can be found in every Boulder fieldProverbs 16:16Proverbs 19:8Proverbs 3:19-201 Kings 19:7-9Romans 1:18-20Psalm 19:1-4Lesson Preached by Andrew Elliott on 11/21/212021-12-2630 minKalamazoo Church of ChristGratitude of the GospelSend us a textGratefulness is one of the most attractive traits anyone can have – a grateful person isn’t motivated by external praise but rather by the Love of God.I want to talk about two competing values and the role they have in sapping our gratitude to God away. Everyone leans one way or the other – and there ought to be consistent self reflection regarding both of these values.The Legalist - I have earned what is given to me. Luke 18:9-14Romans 4:5The Lovist - I deserve to be given to.Luke 17...2021-12-2325 minKalamazoo Church of ChristMatthew 10: ClearSend us a textOur perspective during this season needs to be sharp and focused. The time during the Holiday season in particular can be stressful, and it is easy to get swept up and lose vision.Clear Direction. Matthew 10:5-15Clear Conflict. Matthew 10:21-36Clear Reward. Matthew 10:37-42Preached by Jaren Singh on 11/7/212021-11-2835 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSpiritual Disciplines: FrugalitySend us a textGod calls us to be content and to connect with him through our wealth. The world teaches us something very different. Preached by Joe Le on 10/24/212021-11-2227 minKalamazoo Church of ChristOne Year Celebration: This is why we have comeSend us a textWe arrived with 14 people from 6 different churches and in this past year there have been 3 other people who have moved in. There have been 6 baptisms since we’ve been here as well. It is inspiring to be a part of all that God is doing in Kalamazoo. Today we are going to look at two reasons why Jesus came to the earth.Doctor to the sick. Matthew 9:9-13Rescue for the lost. Luke 19:1-10Preached by Jaren Singh on 10/17/212021-11-1423 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSpiritual Disciplines: FastingSend us a textThe disciplines of Abstinence are our way to create a dissociation between our bodies and our beings.1 Corinthians 9:24-27 - We are called to strike a blow to our bodies and make it our slaves. This is us denying our flesh and Fasting for Discipline. Matthew 4:1-11Fasting for God to move. Daniel 10:2-202021-11-1131 minKalamazoo Church of ChristChristianity is what everyone wantsSend us a textPeople want many things in life - there are four commonalities that are present in almost every list. The reality is that what everyone wants is provided in the fullest extent by Christianity.Money (Security). Isaiah 40:9-11Happiness (Fulfillment). Isaiah 55:8-12Freedom. Isaiah 61:1-3Peace. Isaiah 52:7-10The world is asking and searching for true Christianity. We have the opportunity to bring it to them.Preached by Jaren Singh on 10/3/212021-10-3033 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSpiritual Disciplines: PrayerSend us a textPrayer is not a cosmic wishing well and it is not our chance to change God's Will. Rather it is a practice in an effort to connect with God and become more like Jesus.Our posture should be one seeking to connect with God and understand Him more as opposed to one complaining or identifying everything that is going wrong.Preached by Spencer Schulz on 9/12/212021-10-2426 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSpiritual Disciplines: Worship and CelebrationSend us a textImportance of the disciplines: Connecting with God just to connect with God. The reward for spending time with God is more time with God. It is not a means to an end.Certainly there is a promise of heaven – but that is just more time with God. Celebration and Worship are not often viewed as Disciplines - but without a focus on them we can tend to worship our accomplishments and celebrate ourselves as opposed to focusing on God.2 Kings 22-23Preached by Jaren Singh on...2021-10-1726 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSpiritual Disciplines: A means to an end?Send us a textSpiritual Disciplines are controlled practices with the intention of growing closer to Christ. We have grown up in a society that tells us that doing spiritual things: reading the Bible, praying, etc. is a way to get what we want and be favored by God.Incorporating Spiritual Disciplines into our lives is a way to become closer to Jesus, not get what we want spiritually.Luke 13:1-5Psalm 42:1-4Psalm 63:1-5Preached by Jaren Singh on 8/29/212021-10-0725 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSummary of the Book of ActsSend us a textThe entirety of the Book of Acts can be summarized in 3 words:Good - Share Good NewsJesus - Create Jesus Centered CommunitiesTrust - Trust the Holy SpiritPreached by Jaren Singh on 8/22/212021-09-1927 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 27 and 28: Winning InfluenceSend us a textInfluence follows Spirituality – not only in the church, but also in the world. The more influence we have, the more impact our faith can have on the world. Winning influence is not some gimmick in order to make your life easier - it opens doors for God to work through people to impact and attract others to HimPreached by Jaren Singh on 8/15/212021-09-1231 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 25 and 26: Relentless FaithSend us a textThe life of a Christian ought to be characterized more by constancy of one’s faith than by random acts of faithfulness. So often our eyes turn to and gauge spirituality by singular Acts. So much built into the life of a Christian is based on day to day actions that communicate faithfulness. PreparePreachPersuadePreached by Jaren Singh on 8/8/212021-09-0523 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 23 and 24Send us a textPreached by Joseph Le on 8/1/212021-09-0329 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 21 and 22: On To JerusalemSend us a textSometimes living out Christianity is exciting and full of success and joy. Other times it is difficult and provides us with more questions than answers. Join us as we look at the example of Paul as he begins his trek to JerusalemPreached by Devin Cook on 7/25/212021-08-2237 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 19 and 20: Our Faith Should Influence The WorldSend us a textThe city of Kalamazoo – the economy, the media, and the entertainment should feel the weight of true Christianity. This starts in the spheres that we’re in and spreads throughout the city. This was true for the people in that time and it should be true for us as well.Preached by Jaren Singh on 7/18/212021-08-1527 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 17 and 18: We Can Change the WorldSend us a textJoin us as Dan Winchester, fresh from 5 years overseas, preaches the Word. Preached by Dan Winchester on 7/11/212021-08-0836 minKalamazoo Church of ChristGod > Problems > UsSend us a textGod > Our Problems > UsJoin us as we take a break from our study in Acts to connect with some examples of faith in the Bible.Preached by Ben Weatherston on 7/4/212021-08-0327 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 15 and 16: Conflict Amongst BelieversSend us a textThe reality of the world we live in is that it is constantly trying to frame issues in an effort to divide.Those issues that are black and white - the world tries to make greyThose issues that are grey - the world tries to make black and whiteOriginally preached by Jaren Singh on 6/27/212021-07-2225 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 13 and 14: Do you have faith to be healed?Send us a textWe are looking at Paul's first missionary journey, specifically his time in the region of Galatia. Along with what is written in Acts, we'll reference the book of Galatians to see the connection and themes that are evident in both texts. Faith to see urgencyFaith to see the resultFaith to give faithPreached by Jaren Singh on 6/20/212021-07-0629 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 11 and 12: True Christianity and the Life of HerodSend us a textThis is two lessons in one! The first part talks about being used by God - we are all able to impact individuals who no one else can.The second part juxtaposes the life of the Herod and the life of Peter then later Paul. Preached by Jaren Singh and Alec Krause on 6/13/212021-06-2745 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 9 and 10: Evangelism 101Send us a textSorry for the poor audio. We are working on it!Acts 9 and 10 cover a lot of important developments in the Church, and they are extremely vital for our worship today.We don't have to break the ice, God does it for us.Know your role, accept your role, even when it changes.God doesn't need gatekeepers, he needs Good News Sharers.Preached by Spencer Schulz on 6/6/212021-06-2422 minKalamazoo Church of ChristAgonizomaiSend us a textAgonizomai is a word that had great significance to the people in Bible times and it is one that we can actively put into practice today. We can put it into practice with our relationships with one another as well as our relationship with GodThe goal is that understanding this word will give us greater perspective in our relationships with God and one another. Certainly the life of a Christian is the most worthwhile call, but it is also the one with the most opportunity to put this word into...2021-06-2023 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 7 and 8: Too Offended to DefendSend us a textBig Takeaway: God’s people cannot be so offended by slights or auxiliary arguments that we fail to defend the gospel. Jump to 5:50 to begin the lessonWe look at Acts 7 and 8 and into the life of Stephen - the first Christian Martyr. We also look at the life of Simon the Sorcerer to develop convictions on the ownership that we need to take of our own sin.Preached by Jaren Singh on 5/23/212021-06-1943 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 5 and 6: God's Power > Our ImperfectionSend us a textWe'll look at two stories of imperfection in God’s church – one runs away from the imperfection, the other leans into it. These are narratives about how we interact with imperfections inside of ourselves. The more of our imperfections we cover, the less we’re used by God.Ananias and Sapphira realized their imperfection and lack of faith to give up everything and were stunted by it.The church leaders acknowledged their lack of consideration for the Hellenistic widows and they repented. Preached by Jaren Singh on 5/16/212021-05-2932 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 3 and 4: Boldness From GodSend us a textPlease join us on our series through the book of Acts. The goal of this entire series is to be inspired by our brothers and sisters who went before us and have given us guidance on how to live. Acts 3 and 4 talks about the Boldness that the apostles had. There are three ways that we talked about being boldBold in DeedBold in SpeechBold behind closed doorsPreached by Jaren Singh on 5/9/212021-05-1633 minKalamazoo Church of ChristActs 1 and 2: Are You Tuned In?Send us a textPlease join us on our series through the book of Acts. The goal of this entire series is to be inspired by our brothers and sisters who went before us and have given us guidance on how to live. Looking at the first two chapters, it is clear that the Apostles were locked in to what the Holy Spirit was doing in their lives. We look at four aspects of that this morningThey ObeyedThey PrayedThey EngagedThey Followed ScripturePreached by Jaren Singh on 5/2/212021-05-1134 minKalamazoo Church of ChristPersistence in PrayerSend us a textThis is a concept that is necessary to achieve anything great. There is a resilience, intentional, and focused energy that is exuded from anyone who has ever accomplished amazing things. For a Christian, our focus needs to be on persisting in prayer.Pray big things, and pray them consistentlyPreached by Jaren Singh on 4/25/212021-05-0225 minKalamazoo Church of ChristParable of the TenantsSend us a textThe parable of the tenants is basically a story of the whole Bible condensed into just a few verses. Luke 20:9-16Preached by Joel Nagel on 4/11/212021-04-2938 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Proper PerspectiveSend us a textIn our quest to deepen our relationships with God, we need to strive to come to Him with the proper view of his love for us. In order to do this we will look at Luke 15 and the Parable of the Forgiving Father. It is a masterful and challenging call for all of us to view God's love the proper way. If we do this, our actions will reflect Him and his call for our lives.Preached by Jaren Singh on 4/18/212021-04-2934 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe BEST NewsSend us a textWe celebrate Jesus' resurrection by considering what the Apostle Paul considers to be the Gospel. The most amazing event in human history is the reason why we celebrate. We do not want to allow the world to pacify our senses as we consider the ultimate sacrifice then the total conquer of death.1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Preached by Jaren Singh on 4/4/212021-04-1123 minKalamazoo Church of ChristJesus' Last WeekSend us a textWe're celebrating Palm Sunday. It is vital for us to take the stance that the people did when they shouted, "Hosanna" as Jesus passed by.John 21:25Mark 11:1-11Preached by Jaren Singh on 3/28/212021-04-0728 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSincerity Doesn't Equal SelflessnessSend us a textOur lives need to continue to be called higher by our commitment to give to God and our continual trust in the words of those closest to us. The story in the book of Ruth is a powerful narrative of what our relationships with God can look like and what our relationships with others should look like. We need to give to God until it hurts, and prompt others to do the same.Preached by Jaren Singh on 3/21/212021-03-2838 minKalamazoo Church of ChristLessons from JonahSend us a textThe biggest things communicated in the Book of Jonah is God's willingness to use us to accomplish His plan, and God's intense patience and desire to forgive His creation.Preached by Alec Krause and Spencer Schulz on 3/14/212021-03-2234 minKalamazoo Church of ChristStand UpSend us a textWhen People Lead...Praise the LordGod is always looking for people to lead. If you identify as being a Christian, you also are a leaderWhen People Volunteer...Praise the LordFollow people who set a great example. That is what Paul calls people to, ultimately that is what Jesus wants from each of us.Judges 5:1-18Matthew 5:14-16Preached on 3/7/21 by Jaren Singh2021-03-1727 minKalamazoo Church of ChristDo You Want To Be Used By God?Send us a textIf we are going to be used by God we need to strive to remove the vanity in modern Christianity.Focusing on the favor of man blurs our image of God.Being used by God keeps the standard high.Acts 4 and Acts 5Preached by Jaren Singh 2/28/212021-03-0926 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Life of SelflessnessSend us a textDiscipleship isn't about moments of selflessness, it's the life of selflessness.Judges 6:12-13"The Lord is with you" - most repeated promise in Bible"Don't be afraid" - most repeated command in the BibleWhen we're called to something we point to those outside to avoid talking about the things inside us. God's answer to the world's problems are you and I.A selfless person sees strength as a means to serve.Preached by Mark Kang on 2/21/212021-03-0336 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Proper Vantage PointSend us a textWe need to force ourselves to think about us less. There are few things more unnatural than that. Seeing ourselves as Jesus sees us is the goal because he has the proper vantage point. Jesus on the cross focusing on Mary and John is one of the best examples of this in history.John 19:25-27Matthew 12:43-45James 4:1-3(34:45) Our first installment of Monday Morning Preacher is attached. It is a short interview expanding on one component of the lesson. The intention is to go deeper and...2021-02-2452 minKalamazoo Church of ChristSelfless EnergySend us a textIf you and I are going to have the impact that we want to then your focus cannot be on you. When there are stressful situations – do people even talk to you about them? Or do they realize you’re too caught up in your own situation to have proper concern for theirs?2021-02-1527 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Impact of Selflessness: Does Your Life Leave Ripples?Send us a textThe ministry of Jesus was counterintuitive – he had 30 some years to change the world and he chose only 3. He chose ordinary people from a few different walks of life instead of the best of the best. When given the opportunity – he preached hard truths that pushed people away instead of preaching, “peace, peace, when there was no peace.” Through all of this we are left with a selflessness that actively pushes all of the responsibility then subsequent glory of a changed people into the hands of God. We’re talking about a concept t...2021-02-1530 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Focus of SelflessnessSend us a textSelflessness is both flexible as well as rigid. It is flexible when it involves helping others and rigid regarding matters of sin.John 2:1-12John 2:13-252 Corinthians 6:3-13Preached on 1/24/212021-01-2736 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Selfishness Problem: Grasping For StrawsSend us a textAt the end of this month – the goal is to be able to identify the selfishness in our hearts and subsequent actions and to grow in our hatred for where this sin shows up in our lives. If we are able to grow in our hatred of our selfishness we are going to become individuals who are less entitled, more engaged in evangelism, and more humble in one another discipling relationships. Once the focus is off of us we are going to be those pray more fervently, connect with God more thoughtfully, and op...2021-01-2630 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Selfishness Problem: Contentment Subdues EnvySend us a textAt the end of this month – the goal is to be able to identify the selfishness in our hearts and subsequent actions and to grow in our hatred for where this sin shows up in our lives. If we are able to grow in our hatred of our selfishness we are going to become individuals who are less entitled, more engaged in evangelism, and more humble in one another discipling relationships. Once the focus is off of us we are going to be those pray more fervently, connect with God more thoughtfully, and op...2021-01-2632 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Selfishness Problem: Give Careful ThoughtSend us a textJoin us as we cover the reality of the Selfishness in our lives in an effort to become those who are selfless.At the end of this month – the goal is to be able to identify the selfishness in our hearts and subsequent actions and to grow in our hatred for where this sin shows up in our lives. If we are able to grow in our hatred of our selfishness we are going to become individuals who are less entitled, more engaged in evangelism, and more humble in one another di...2021-01-0929 minKalamazoo Church of ChristFeeding the 5000Send us a textThe last lesson of 2020. Feeding the 5000 is a lesson in searching for rest, reigniting compassion, and doing the work to help others. We center in on Mark 6 in order to do this.2020-12-2830 minKalamazoo Church of ChristHoliday Spiritual Survival GuideSend us a textSINCERE APOLOGIES FOR THE POOR AUDIO. We're working on a permanent solution. Thank you for bearing with us.Connect CreativelyJohn 9Jesus never healed in the same way twice. For us, this time is going to stretch all of us to be creative in our connection to one another.Faith Through ThankfulnessPsalm 27:13-14Psalm 34:1-7Investment in Self1 Timothy 4:6-102020-12-2227 minKalamazoo Church of ChristPerseverenceSend us a textKyle Perkins, Campus Minister at the Lansing Area Church of Christ preaches on Perseverance.2020-12-2225 minKalamazoo Church of ChristLessons From The WildernessSend us a textJaren Singh and Joseph Le preach on a few lessons from the wilderness. There is a lot to embrace with the Israelites in their time traveling through the desert.2020-12-2238 minKalamazoo Church of Christ3 P's in a Pod: PeopleSend us a textWe wrap up our series talking about how we can give to people in an effective way. We look into the life of David to talk about Selfless Time and Selfless Energy. Alec Krause and Karan Sarai preach the word powerfully and thoughtfully.2020-12-0230 minKalamazoo Church of Christ3 P's in a Pod: PossessionsSend us a textJaren Singh talks about the lure of possessions, especially in this time. So often - the pursuit of these things for ourselves is a response to a competition we feel to live up to expectations that people or society have for us.So often it is "a competition against no one, where the winner loses."1 Samuel 18:6-91 Samuel 21:10-15Luke 12:13-21 2020-11-2726 minKalamazoo Church of Christ3 P's in a Pod: ProblemsSend us a textWe are entering in on a three part series entitled 3 P's in a Pod: Problems, Possessions, and People. Virtually all of the issues and stressors in our lives can be categorized into one of these three camps. Today we're talking about problems - specifically situations and things that are outside of our control - health issues, sicknesses of loved ones, difficulties with work, as well as macro societal issues. Make it spiritualDon't play by the rules1 Samuel 17John 16:33Matthew 5:13-162020-11-1734 minKalamazoo Church of ChristWearySend us a textBen Weatherston, the leader of the Grand Rapids Church of Christ preaches on the reality of weariness and how we are called to respond to it.Times of testing, especially continued times of testing, produce weariness in so many. Weariness is not sinful, it is how we choose to respond to it.Trials always last longer than you think they should. They are trying to teach you more about God and for you to grow closer to Him.Numbers 20:1-6Hebrews 3:12-14Galatians 6:9-10...2020-11-0933 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Promise: Life to the FullSend us a textEveryone wants to live life to the full. And it seems like just about everybody has a way to do it. John 10 shares a couple of ways that we can live life to the full:Listen more the VOICE than what is SAIDA full life is one of intense followershipJohn 10:1-212 Timothy 3:12-18Luke 9:57-62Philippians 22020-11-0232 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Promise: Even Greater ThingsSend us a textHow is it that Jesus, the Savior of all, is able to give us this promise that those who are followers of His can do even greater things than He has done? We will dig into that this morning. To be those who do even greater things we have to lock in to the Holy Spirit and allow ourselves to be led by Him.2020-10-2636 minKalamazoo Church of ChristThe Promise: I Will Give You RestSend us a textMatthew 11:28-30. "“28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Jesus promises that anyone who comes to him will have rest. If you've spent any time as a Christian, or if you're thinking about becoming one, the truth is that this promise does no...2020-10-1924 min