Imperative Ministries
230 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -Imperative Ministries' main function is to apply the healing balm of the gospel to the hurts and bruises that we all have. Life is hard. We've all been knocked down and have had moments where we felt that no one cares. Jesus cares, and He has given us a glorious treasure of how much He cares in His Word, the Bible. Tune in and listen as we teach the Bible, discuss current issues, and provide hope and encouragement.
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What Is the Purpose of the Church
August 12, 2022 01:59 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBMany people have diverse ideas about the purpose of the church. Sadly, many of those same people think their idea is the only one that counts. Let's look at various scriptures to see what God says about this.
Don't Worry! Jesus Is the King and Is in Control (Psalm 2)
August 07, 2022 20:26 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this chaotic world, Jesus is stil the King. He is moving history along the path to fulfill His plan. Some things seem frightening. Take courage! Look to Jesus! He has already won the war! Those who oppose Him will not win! Surrender to Jesus today! Psalm 2
Watch Out for the Troubling Troublers
August 07, 2022 19:59 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBThe Christian life is filled with the joy of our salvation and with the glorious blessings of the gospel. However, there are always people who will come along and try to complicate the gospel and deceive us into adding other things to the gospel. We must watch out and steer clear of such teaching. Galatians 5:7-12
Faith, Hope, & Love
July 31, 2022 18:07 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBFaith, Hope, & Love is a much better option than legalism. Galatians 5:1-6
Justification by Faith - The Allegorical Argument
July 24, 2022 19:45 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBGrace vs. Law - Issac vs. Ishmael Galatians 4:21-31 Humans are always tempted to go back toward the law, but we must live in grace. Grace is not a license to sin,but it is the way to freedrom from sin.
The God Who Exceeds Our Expectations (Ephesians 3:14-21)
July 23, 2022 23:54 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBFar too often we do not gaze upon the greatness of our God. It is vital that we look to Him and expect Him to do God-sized things in our lives.
Vacation Bible School Lessons
July 17, 2022 21:35 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBAfter vacation Bible School had ended Pastor Michael follows up with a deeper look at rhe Golden Rule and how people can ever have the hope of living up to such a holy standard. Matthew 7:12-14 Ezekiel 36:25-27
Justification by Faith - The Sentimental Argument
July 10, 2022 20:12 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBGalatians 4:12-20 Spiritual leaders who truly love their congregation grieve when they succumb to false teaching. Today we explore the pain that occurs in a pastor's heart and mind when the congregation forsakes grace and goes back to legalism. Justification by Faith – The Sentimental Argument Galatians 4:12-20 I. Paul Exhorts the Galatians to Become As He Is a. Paul left the legalistic system of the Jewish law to bring the gospel to the Gentile Galatians. For I have also become like you. ...
The Insurance Pastor Never Give Up!
July 09, 2022 20:02 - 5 minutes - 4.59 MBGalatians 6:9 Fregia Insurance Services 1399 N Main St Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected] (936) 256-3132
The Singing God - Our Response to God's Love
July 05, 2022 23:57 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBZephaniah 3:14-17 God's grace and mercy are amazing. The great love with which He loves us should lead us to live in a manner that brings glory to Him Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Justification by Faith - The Singing God (Zephaniah)
July 05, 2022 23:41 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBJustification by Faith – The Singing God Zephaniah 3:14-17 I. The Lord has taken away His disciplining hand. (v. 15) a. Judgements against God’s people b. Freedom from their enemies. c. his prophecy finds its fulfillment in Jesus. II. The King of Israel is in your midst. (v. 15) a. This glorious promise looks ahead to Jesus, the King of Israel. (John 1:49). b. This promise looks ahead to the incarnate Glory of God in their midst. (Ex. 26; John 1:14 – Jesus tabernacling III. He will rejoice o...
Business and Spirituality R'riel Smith
July 04, 2022 00:51 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBR'riel Smith shares how she started her business Real Rejuvenations. She tells how her family and her faith contributed to her sucess and how they sustain her. R'riel also has hosted The Real with R'riel Twitter & Instagram : R_Smittyy Real Rejuvenations: http://realrejuvenations.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealRejuvena...
Blessed is the one who fears the Lord (Psalm 128)
July 03, 2022 21:30 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBPsalm 128
Prayer: Our Greatest Need and Our Most Glorious Privilege
July 03, 2022 18:11 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBWe have a desperate need to commune with God. We also have the most glorious privilege of spending time with Him in prayer. God is attentive to our needs and is ready to answer (Isaiah 65:17-25; verse 24 is the focal verse( Central Baptist Church [email protected]
Our Awesome and Soveriegn God (Psalm 33)
June 26, 2022 18:04 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBPsalm 33 Our God is in control I. A world filled with chaos. He is bringing order out of the chaos. Let us worship Him and trust in His steadfast love Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Judgment Begins at the House of God
May 29, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB1 Peter 4:17 God lives the Church. He sent Jesus to die for it . He insists on having a pure church. He loves the church too much to let her wallow in sin.
Justification by Faith Part 4
May 22, 2022 21:56 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBGalatians 4:1-11 Jesus came at the right time, in the right manner, and for the right purpose! Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Justification by Faith - Part 3 The Logical Argument
May 22, 2022 21:47 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBGalatians 3:14-29 The Law was not a new way of salvation (getting in a right relationship with God) that cancelled God’s promises to Abraham. Such thinking is not logical. Logic says that promise and faith go together. Promise and law do not. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Mothers: Yesterday and Today
May 09, 2022 02:14 - 37 minutes - 34 MBMothers have a challenging task as they raise their children, but Gid has given us some great examples from.whom we can learn. Today's message was taken from various scripture passages.
God Restores and Empowers (Psalm 126)
April 30, 2022 23:28 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBA Song of Ascents - Psalm 126 God restores His people and empowers them to serve in difficult seasons. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Justification by Faith - Part 2 The Scriptural Argument
April 24, 2022 20:32 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBGalatians 3:6-14 Justification by Faith is supported by Old and New Testament Scriptures. Today we look at six Old Testament Scriptures that support Justification by Faith.
The Lord Surrounds His People (Psalm 125)
April 23, 2022 14:38 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBA Song of Ascents (Psalm 125) The Lord protects and provides for His people. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Businsses & Spirituality - Nick Hunt Cyber Security vs. IT
April 23, 2022 14:13 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBNick explains the need for cybersecurity for small to medium sized businesses and for churches. It is important to be compliant in this area because insurance companies are cracking down on compliance issues. If you are not compliant then your insurance company may not pay your claim. Nick also shares about his company, Easy Source Promos. EASY SOURCE PROMOS www.easysourcepromos.com (281) 720-6080 [email protected] CYBERLYTICS www.cyberlytics.tech (346) 397-4099 info@cyberlytics....
The Resurrection Says Our Lives Matter
April 20, 2022 16:27 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBThe Resurrection Says Our Lives Matter - 1 Corinthians 15:1-19; 50-58 Those who are in Christ has eternal hope that what they do here in this life matters. Whether we give a cup of cold water to a thirsty person or perform a heroic deed in public, the resurrection gives purpose and meaning to our lives. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Salvation Is Affordable, Because Jesus Paid the Price
April 10, 2022 19:35 - 36 minutes - 33 MBSalvation from our sin is free to all who come to Jesus, because Jesus paid the price on the cruel cross of Calvary. In a world where prices are skyrocketing, everyone can afford the salvation Jesus offers if they will humbly surrender their lives to Him and accept His payment for their sins. John 19:28-30 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Our Help Is in the Name of the Lord ( Psalm 124)
April 10, 2022 13:47 - 10 minutes - 9.83 MBWe are continuing with our study of the along of Ascents. Today we look at Psalm 124. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Justification by Faith- Part 1
April 03, 2022 21:54 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBToday we look at Galatians 3:1-6 and explore the magnificent doctrine I f Justification by Faith. This is stufy is far more than just some stuffy theological information. It will rock your world and revolutionize your life.
Look to the Lord on His Throne ( Psalm 123)
March 30, 2022 19:44 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBWe are continuing our study of the Songs of Ascents. join us as we express Psalm 123.
Understanding the Times with a Gospel Perspective
March 27, 2022 20:08 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB1 Chronicles `2:32 It is vital that we apply the gospel to the times in which we live. Life is hard. God is good. We must make good decison and boldly live for God in our time. Knowing the gospel makes it much easier.
Let Us Go to the House of the Lord (Psalm 122)
March 23, 2022 23:28 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBToday we resume our study of the Songs of Ascent. We are exploring what it means to rejoice in worshipping together with others. Psalm 122 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Brian Fleming Financial Fortress Builders
March 21, 2022 14:50 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBBrian Fleming discusses the concept of banking on yourself and how to build wealth. If we want to be a financial blessing to others, then we have to know how to build wealth in order to share it. Resources www.financialfortressbuilders.com Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash
Gospel Hope in Seasons of Adversity
March 20, 2022 17:39 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWe take a break from preaching through the book of Galatians and are exploring Exodus. Today's message looks at the trials we face in life and helps us to see how to apply the gospel to our seasons of Adversity Exodus 2:23-25 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Blessings, Not Luck (Psalm 37:3-5)
March 19, 2022 16:21 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBWhile it is true that preparation meets opportunity and results in good things, it is God who grants us blessings and who makes our hard work fruitful. [email protected]
Business and Spirituality Lee Youngblood
March 19, 2022 16:13 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBLee Youngblood, director of the Unclaimed Properties Department of the Mississippi Department of the Treasure, shares about his work and how citizens can find money that is owed to them. Lee and I recall our college days and share how faith fuels our work and helps us in our business. Here are some links that Lee references in our interview www.foundmoney.com www.treasury.ms.gov
The Foolishness of Forsaking the Gospel (Gal 2_14-21)
March 13, 2022 19:47 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBBecause the Gospel seems too good to be true it can be easy to let other religious leaders who promote law and legalism to sway us to leave the glorious gospel. We must not do this. The Gospel gives us hope for each day. It is good news to the unbeliever who needs to be converted and to the Christian who needs help and hope to live for Christ each day. Galatians 2:14-21 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]
Deconstructing and Rennovating (Hebrews 10:22-25)
March 12, 2022 22:36 - 8 minutes - 7.32 MBHebrews 10:22-25)
How to Stay Connected with the Church (Hebrews 10:24-25)
March 12, 2022 22:34 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBHebrews 10:24-25
How to Face Tomorrow (James 413-17; Matthew 625-34)
March 12, 2022 22:30 - 14 minutes - 13 MBJames 4:13-17 and Matthew 6:25-34)
Standing Up for the Gospel (Galatians 2_11-14)
March 06, 2022 22:46 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBWhile Christians are to be charitable toward each other, we must never let politness and good manners stop us from defending the truth of the gospel. Galatians 2:11-14