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The first of a 4-Part Series on the letters of Peter. Byron Baxter is our guest pastor teaching on the first three chapters of Peter with particular attention to the pronouns Peter used. He begins with 1st Peter 3:9. What is the significance of this anchor verse? Blessings.
Byron's Sermon 4 27 2025 Part 1 of 4 The Letters of Peter
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When we have friends and loved ones leave us, it hurts. It is supposed to. Jesus wept not just about losing his friend Lazarus, but he also wept with the others who were weeping. He knew and felt their loss as well as his own. Jesus understands deep grieving and finds no fault with those who have faith in the resurrection yet grieve at the loss of a loved one. Pastor James Kirby, who is also a chaplain is often with families who are with their dear ones as they leave this world. Some families believe in Christ and others do not. What they have in common is that they all confront death first hand. In this video, Pastor and hospital chaplain James Kirby gives us some heartfelt guidance on how we might handle the losses not just for ourselves, but also how we can truly bear one another's burdens during these critical times. If you are losing or have lost someone dear or know of someone else facing the inevitable, please watch this video as you may find something that will provide the comforting power and words that you will need to help you bear the burden for both yourself and others. Be blessed as you watch.
Pastor James Kirby - Three verses for Sunsets
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Paul said it so there would be no ambiguity whatsoever. He said if Christ did not rise from the tomb, our faith is in vain. Everything we believe about the Bible turns into just so much knowledge, no power, just head stuffing, if Christ did not come out of that grave on the third day, appear before His disciples, and return to His Father in heaven to sit down at God's right hand of power. Easter is just about as meaningful as planting eggs and pretending a rabbit laid them. I'm so glad Paul did not mince words. I'm also thrilled that Christ overcame the fatal sting of death and won the victory over the grave for all who believe in the resurrection and the power it releases to all believers. Pastor James Kirby tells us what that power looks like and acts like towards and in every Christian that ever walked this Earth. I know I am saved, because I experience that power every single day of my life. I know that I know that I know that Christ has risen from the dead and that He lives to return again to gather up His faithful and take us to an eternal home not made with human hands. Rejoice, all you that have this hope and by all means, Have resurrection power-filled Happy Easter!
Easter Sunday 2025 Pastor James Kirby The Awesome Power in the Resurrection
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When all is said and done, all will be done that was said...by God in His Word. Here is the conclusion of the series on the seven churches of Revelation. God has spoken to each and found some serious faults with most, but all will receive a promise if each church has listened to God's words about what they needed to do in order to receive her particular promise. Pastor James Kirby urges us to not just find our church in the midst of these seven, but also to try and identify what we as individuals need to change about ourselves in order to please God and receive our own promised futures. If you put all the promises together, you will see and hear the heart of God. Be blessed as you consider all of these videos in this series. Revelation is the last book of the Bible. You might say, the last words of the Bible. We know God will have the Last and Lasting Word for everything in His creation. Praise His wonderful, holy name!
Jim's Sermon 4 13 2025 Revelation Conclusion Part 11
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The last of the seven churches is unfortunately the church with the greatest need. Jesus says they are poor, wretched, miserable, blind, and naked. However, their need for repentance stems from the fact that they are oblivious to their real condition. They say they are rich, increased with goods, and have need of nothing. How is that possible? Pastor James Kirby tells us that there are two churches of the seven that represent our modern church age. One is Philadelphia who represents a believing, loving, and active church where God finds no fault, and the other is Laodicea where God tells them they are lukewarm and He is ready to spew them out of His mouth. We definitely do not want to be found to be like Laodicea, unaware of our true standing with God. Please watch this video with our church times in mind and consider where your local church might stand in the eyes of Jesus. May you find your church to be like that of Philadelphia. Blessings
Jim's Sermon 4 6 2025 Laodicea Part 10
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Philadelphia, meaning "Brotherly Love" was commended by God. The promises that follow are nothing less than "Out of this world." When God is pleased, He really steps up the blessings. As you watch this video and learn how God viewed the church of Philadelphia, you will also learn of the amazing plans God has for those who overcome. Those who persevere in their faith and walk in obedience to God's Word, are Supremely blessed. Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, what awaits for us as believers is well worth anything we have to endure until He returns. I can almost hear your exclamations of praise as I know that upon watching this video, you will embrace this message with joy.
The Seven Churches of Revelation - Philadelphia - Part 9
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Of all the churches of Asia Minor mentioned in Revelation, Sardis performed "Good Works" but something was missing. God says that they had a reputation and a name, but they "were dead." This should be a wakeup call for those who think they can earn God's favor or salvation by doing good works. We've all heard people that don't know the Lord Jesus say, "I'm a good person. I'm not worried. I'll make it to Heaven." What God says to the church at Sardis to those who are basing their hope of Heaven on good works alone, is, "Your names will be blotted out of the Book of Life." As I understand it, something can't be blotted out unless it is there in the first place. So, God looks at those names who are doing good works, yet if they haven't repented and acknowledged their sins before a Holy God, and believe in the sacrifice of the Son of God on the cross for the remission of those sins. If they haven't repented , then the Lord removes their names from the Book of Life. This sounds very serious. Pastor James Kirby looks at the Sardis church and has some very strong counsel for those in the church who are secure in their own efforts to gain heaven based upon their personal estimation of what it takes to be saved. A church that bases its eternal security on Good Works alone, may be leading its people down a dead end road. It is our sincere hope that this message stirs such churches and individuals to rethink their positions on what Jesus means when He tells us through the Apostle Paul, "For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is a gift of God: NOT OF WORKS, lest any man should boast" Ephesians, Chapter 2 - Vs 8-9.
The Seven Churches of Revelation Series - Sardis - Part 8
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This video opens up our understanding of what can happen when the church is married to civil government. Just as Jezebel represented immorality and idolatry, Ahab, her King husband, represents civil government. Jezebel assumes domineering power over Ahab and the results are disastrous. In the evangelical church today there is what is known as the "7 Mountains of Government" movement which seeks to dominate the secular government in 7 distinct areas of society. No matter what you think about the concept of "The Separation of Church and State", it is being redefined today and we need to be concerned that the marriage of the two may prove to be devastating to the gospel. Draw your own conclusion by hearing what Pastor James Kirby teaches about this same complaint that Jesus lodged against the church of Thyatira. This message is not for the fainthearted or for those who shy away from giving a strong defense of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We would really appreciate hearing from you. These are church-defining times and the days are getting darker.
The Seven Churches of Revelation - Part 7 of the Series - Thyatira Part 2
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If there was ever a message about how a church can be infected by the world's pop-culture and practices, the church of Thyatira has got to be the most potent example. Immorality, Idolatry, and civic governmental influence and power can be the undoing of a church. It is very difficult to overlook our current church environment and not see the very same issues that God has to address as needing immediate attention for repentance. As you watch this video, consider the possibility that the Holy Spirit might be trying to reach our local churches with this very same urgency. The wonderful truth about the Bible is that it is relevant for all ages and cultures and we can hear God's heart towards His people as He reaches out with much needed mercy and longsuffering towards all who have ears to hear and eyes to see. Our prayer is that you are blessed in the viewing and blessed in the doing.
The Churches of Revelation Series Thyatira Part 6
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As we study the seven churches mentioned in Revelation, we now come to Pergamos. Pastor James Kirby details both the commendations and the shortcomings of the church at Pergamos. We are compelled to hear and act upon our Lord's admonitions for our present day churches as well. It is remarkable how church behaviors, both good and bad, have come down through time to echo the similarities of the churches of Asia Minor over two-thousand years ago. Pergamos had to deal with a pagan culture that was infiltrating their Christian gatherings just as we have to keep watch over what we entertain or allow as being doctrinally correct. Once again, Pastor James Kirby addresses the doctrine of the Nicolaitans that God so characterizes as a doctrine He "hates". If God hates something, how foolish it is for Christians to embrace the same offense. Please watch this video with self-examination in mind. The church leadership and other ministers of the Gospel are most definitely asked to examine themselves. May we not find ourselves so wanting.
Pastor James Kirby 2-23-2025 The Seven Churches Part 5 Pergamos
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Smyrna, the second church mentioned in the chapter two of the Book of Revelation, hears from Jesus and how He has judged them and what they need to hear about what He thinks of them. He recognizes that persecution is part of their daily experience and Jesus tells them that not only are they bearing up well, but that more persecution is coming. In this message, Pastor James Kirby identifies the three main forms of persecution that we have to deal with in our local churches among our various cultural settings here in the United States of America. Pastor Kirby also guides us towards the right way to handle the persecution we do experience in our own daily lives. If this video helps you in any way, we would appreciate hearing from you and would encourage you to click "SUBSCRIBE" if you would like to watch more of these messages from Mendocino Christian Fellowship. May you be blessed in the hearing of this Good News.
Pastor James Kirby The Seven Churches Series Part 4 Smyrna
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"To Be Or Not To Be?" In a unique approach, Pastor James Kirby looks at the Church of Ephesus as the first of the seven churches Christ is addressing in the Book of Revelation. What the church was meant "To Be" and what the church was "Not To Be." in other words, God's Praises and Complaints from which every church throughout time could refer to in order to assess their own standing with God in reference to their obedience and behavior as befitting the name, "Christians." It is a merciful master that tells you what you are doing both right and wrong so improvements and proper accountabilities can be made. Here begins the first of seven performance reviews by God of the churches representing many strengths and weaknesses in the churches of today. In particular, your church can use these admonitions from God to find itself with behaviors that both please and displease Christ, the Head of His Church. May you find yourself so engaged in the viewing of these videos on the seven churches of Revelation. Sobering as it is, we trust you will extract their values in your own experiences as you walk out your lives in Christ. Blessings.
Ephesus, The First of The Seven Churches Part 3
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This video is the second in the series on the seven churches in Revelation. Jesus is addressing His concerns with each church's behavior and standing in His eyes. Our church, Mendocino Christian Fellowship, is hoping to use these seven-church evaluations by God to help us determine where we might be, also in His eyes. Each church has been noted for their "Works" citing both their weaknesses, or failures, and their strengths. These finding of God are detailed to such an extent that there can be no mistaking what the Lord is saying to each and every church. Using this study series to examine our own churches is invaluable in itself, but just hearing from God as the "Returning Master" addressing those who He had left in charge during His absence, is reflective of the three parables spoken of earlier in Pastor James Kirby's 11-part Olivet Discourse message series. The churches of today are herein given due and proper notice that there will be an accounting for not only how we are representing Christ to the world, but also how we are performing as stewards of God's truths as revealed in the scriptures. Remembering His first coming as a servant and savior and soon-to be second coming as a conquering Lord and Judge, we do well to heed these admonitions to all the churches. We need to determine where we, ourselves must repent and change in recognition of the accountability we now have as informed and equipped stewards of the Word of God. This is serious spiritual food for thought. May you give it all the weight and value it deserves as you consider your own church's needs as you watch these videos on "The Seven Churches of Revelation." May God add His blessing to His Word. Please remember us in your prayers as we are doing our best to walk in scriptural integrity and become bolder in sharing God's Word. Thanks to all have chosen to SUBSCRIBE. You have encouraged us greatly.
Pastor James Kirby - The Seven Churches of Revelation - Part 2
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In the last book of the Bible, we see things that no human being has ever imagined. The sheer magnitude of events herein prophesied is beyond all present technological know-how. In the first few chapters of Revelation, seven churches, each with their own strengths and weaknesses are addressed by God, revealing His assessments of what He likes and dislikes in their behaviors as to how they have discharged His commandments and admonitions in matters of responsibilities and stewardship of their calling. In Pastor James Kirby's previous messages on the Olivet discourse from Matthew 24, we discover three parables having one emphasis in common. Each parable had the Master returning for an accounting of how His resources, orders, or expectations were either met or set aside during his absence. Here in Revelation, we witness the same interaction as God judges the seven churches of Asia Minor as to how resolutely they followed the teachings of the scripture as illuminated by the Holy Spirit. In this sermon, Pastor Kirby shows us the "Key for understanding the Book of Revelation." This key, in three parts, simplifies the study of Revelation. This is a series of sermons, so begin with this one and let us know if you are beginning to comprehend this final book of scriptures like you never have understood them before. We are distributing these messages via the "SUBSCRIBE" function in YouTube. So, if you would like to be notified of each sermon's release, click SUBSCRIBE and we will be sure to put you on our growing list of email recipients. Blessings.
Jim's Sermon 1 5 2025 The Seven Churches Part 1
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It's been 10 sermons to get us to this point. The conclusion of 10 previous sermons on the Olivet Discourse discussing Jesus's words on the time of the end, now awaits your considered viewing. Rightly dividing the Word of Truth is necessary for our understanding and obedience to the single author of the scriptures, the Holy Spirit. If you have not seen the previous videos in this series, let us urge you to do so. The conclusion herein presented will meet with your understanding and hopefully stir you to greater identification with the Author and Finisher of our Faith, Christ Jesus. As you view the very first slide and see it once more, later in the message, Pastor James Kirby puts the list in its rightful context, giving the basis of how Israel should be regarded by the nations. Maybe you will be surprised by the context as I was as it fits squarely into understanding the basis for God's judgments upon the earth. Please remember to click "SUBSCRIBE" and join our blessed family of Believers. Blessings.
Jim's Sermon 12 29 2024 Olivet Discourse Part 11 Conclusion
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Pastor James Kirby shares a compilation of 114 visuals depicting the life of Jesus and asks the question of Mary, "Did You Know?" There are so many things that Mary knew that nobody else did or would choose to believe. Perhaps Joseph was the only other human being on the earth who really understood the preciousness of the gift of God she was carrying for all mankind. Surely, she could not know how much her baby would suffer to become the Lamb of God that takes away the sins of the world. This Christmas, we at Mendocino Christian Fellowship, wish to bless you with this very intimate gift offered to you for this season's remembrance of the life we share in Jesus's birth, death, and resurrection. Blessings to you and all your friends and loved ones who are not ashamed of identifying with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the power of God unto salvation.
Mary Did You Know - Christmas Special Video 2024
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