Philippians 4:8 Scripture Reference Philippians 4:8 — “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” Introduction Mission work demands spiritual preparation, practical skill, cultural sensitivity, and a steady heart. Bro. Stacey Shiflett shares candid, hard-earned counsel from years on the field—especially from his ministry in…
Acts 11:19-26; Acts 13:1-3 Introduction Title: Teaching for Missionaries – Part 1Preacher: Bro. Stacey Shiflett Missionary work is at once glorious and grueling. It is God’s work, and He calls many for this sacred task. Yet zeal without planning produces frustration and failure. Bro. Stacey Shiflett speaks from decades of experience—as a missionary kid, a missionary, a pastor, and a mentor—to remind us that biblical missions require realistic planning, careful disciple-making, and contextual understanding of the field. This sermon focuses…
Acts 10:34-43 Scripture Reference Acts 10:34-43 Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons: But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all.) That word I say unto you, ye know, which was published throughout all Judea, and began from Galilee, after the…
Acts 13:1-3 Scripture Reference Acts 13:1-3 – Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. And as they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. And when they had fasted and prayed, and…
