THE SERMONS ARE PRESENTED IN ORDER OF THE RELEASED DATE
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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When the disciples asked Jesus in Matthew 24 about the timing and signs of His coming, Jesus delivered three parables in response. What is fascinating is that there are three different stories and different characters, but the messages of the parables are united in purpose and example. I won't spoil what the similarities are among the three, but I will say that this sermon really captured my attention as Pastor James Kirby opened each truth in the form of lessons from each parable. I can only hope you glean as much joy from this message as I have. It occurred to me that Jesus does not want us guessing about His return and He spoke on several occasions to literally tell us what to look for in the church and all around us as the indicators of timing and conditions just prior to His promised return. No man knows the day or hour so don't be fooled by someone who claims they know, but Jesus said to "look" for specifics that would precede His return for the church first and the subsequent judgment of the world. Blessings!
12 15 2024 Olivet Discourse - Three Parables - Part 10
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Lesson 9 in a series of 10 on the Olivet Discourse where Pastor Jim asks and answers the question, "After the Rapture, what happens next?" When the last day's tribulations begin to unfold with catastrophes everywhere on the Earth, the governments will be overwhelmed and emergency services and communications will cease, leaving world-wide anarchy. So, where do you want to be when the end comes? I would prefer to be with Jesus and on His side as He returns this time as a conquering lion and not as as a sacrificial lamb. This is a choice that must be made before He returns. One more lesson to go. Standby for the concluding summary to what Jesus refers in the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24 as the "Last Days."
Pastor James Kirby - Sermon 12-8-2024 Olivet Discourse Part 9 "What Happens Next?"
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In this series, Pastor James Kirby is asking 5 questions concerning the Rapture, the 2nd coming, and the end of the world. In the Olivet discourse, Jesus spoke to his disciples about what was surely going to happen to the the church and the rest of the people, both alive and dead when He returns. If you have been studying along with this series by reading the scriptures annotated in these videos, you will have discovered the absolute clarity of meaning of the prophetic verses covering those things that have already taken place and what is yet to be fulfilled. Don't miss the essential 5 essential questions that are specifically addressed in this series on the Olivet Discourse. This video begins with a quick review of the first 3 questions. Next week, Pastor James Kirby will ask the 5th and final question, Please click, "SUBSCRIBE" as we would like to believe we are making a difference in your life as you grow in the grace and in the knowledge of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Blessings!
Olivet Discourse - Rapture Part 8 - The Victory of Jesus Over Sin and Death
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Last week, Pastor James Kirby mentioned that he wanted to answer 5 questions about the Rapture. If you have not seen last week's sermon, please watch it before this week's. For me, just answering one of those questions was a very strong defense that the Rapture is real and that God, in His mercy and Wisdom has made it abundantly clear that the believers will not experience, "The Wrath to Come." As promised, James is citing many scriptures that blend together in a complete understanding of what God has told us of His plans for the church and how we can be assured of our participation in this last act of mercy that is so prevalent through his acts towards man throughout history. Understanding that when mercy is spent in the Old Testament, wrath follows without exception. How blessed we are to be told that we are not going to be subjected to the wrath overdue for expression at the end of all days. Click "SUBSCRIBE" if you want to continue to receive these encouraging and important videos.
The Rapture Olivet Discourse Rapture Part 7 - Any Questions?
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If you believed Jesus was going to come back for His believers next Monday, would your behavior change before His return? I know mine would. The Thessalonians believed that He was coming back to get them after Paul spoke to them about, "The Rapture" and being ready for it. They sold everything, stopped working, and just began to wait for Jesus. Paul had to write a second letter to address their misunderstanding as to the timing of Christ's return. In this video, Pastor James Kirby introduces us to the significant chapters in the Books of First and Second Thessalonians that talk about the "Catching away" of the church. If you have never studied the Rapture in depth, watch this video and gain the understanding that will help you make up your own mind as to what Jesus and Paul were saying about this amazing event talked about by many Christians all over the world. Pastor Kirby will ask 5 questions next week that will help inform your understanding that let you draw your own conclusions about what Christ said when He told the disciples in John 14:2-3 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there you may be also. (KJV) My question would be, "Is He talking about the end of the world or an event before the end of the world?" What question(s) might you have. Watch this video and next week's video for all the information you will need to answer those questions for yourself. Click, SUBSCRIBE and we will be sure to notify you when the next video is ready for viewing. Blessing to all.
Olivet Discourse, The Rapture Part 6
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After the time of Daniel, came the fulfillment of many prophetic words in the bible that included the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. After Christ's death up to our current times, what happened to the church? How did it survive and grow to be what it is today? What great historical events mark the most significant points of church history? In this video, Pastor James Kirby teaches on these critical, historic times and people that made our worship today become the fullness of expression that includes not just prophetic fulfillments, but also the things that have not yet happened as expressed by Zechariah, a prophet of the Old Testament. What is going to happen to the world and the church in the next few years, is something every Christian can and should know and be prepared for when those moments and events are upon us. If you are curious about the Rapture or even wonder if it is real, you will want to watch this message as it sets us up for next week when the Rapture and its biblical basis will be discussed. This is another message that requires your best attention in order to be able to grasp the significance and consequential value of its meaning. Please click "SUBSCRIBE" to be added to our automatic distribution list. Blessing to all!
Jim's Sermon Olive Discourse Part 5 - The Great Unknown Period
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There is a Greek word used in Revelation that needs closer examination. We are invited to "Count" the number of the beast: for it is the number of a man." That's from Revelation 13:18. The word, "count" in Greek means "compute" or "calculate." In this video, we see Daniel being given a vision wherein are many numbers that are meant to be calculated for understanding the timing for the prophetic fulfillments of things to come both during and after Daniel's time. Verse 18 of Revelation opens with "Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count..." So it is an understanding person that aspires to gain wisdom about the timing for the fulfillments of prophecies. The fact that we can "count" something means there is a precise answer to "How many of something" there are when we're finished counting. This video does exactly that. Pastor James Kirby takes the numbers given to Daniel and "calculates" the points in history where we see the prophecies fulfilled all the way up to Jesus's death on the cross. To understand these calculations for yourself, you are invited to follow this presentation that resolves the math into the most significant event in the history of man. One event that changes the future of all mankind forever. So now, you who seek wisdom and understanding, put on your thinking caps as you engage with this message. Please click SUBSCRIBE so you will be notified of the next message in this prophetic series.
Olivet Discourse Part 4 The Futurist
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