There is still time for you to meet us at...
THE AMAZING CALVARY CHRISTIAN CENTER ST. LOUIS
is for you if...
...You need a New Beginning
...You want something Practical, Not religious
...You're Open to God, But Have Been Turned Off to Church
...You love Music and Celebrative Worship
...You need Acceptance & Friendship
...You like Cultural Diversity
...You like a sense of Family Togetherness
...You want a place where Kids & Teens are Celebrated, Not Just Tolerated
...You want to be Accepted, Not Embarrassed
Join us every Sunday at 9am for a Worship Service you won't ever forget...
and every Tuesday at 7pm for a Study of the Word.
Calvary Christian Center- St. Louis
3016 Locust St., Ste. 103
St. Louis, MO 63103
314.533.1999
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Bishop Michael Bates Sr.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Thursday, May 20, 2010
DEAR LEADERS:
URGENT~~ we as leaders have a bold and prophetic assignment upon us to hear NOW what the breath of the Lord is speaking into our ears. Because our assignment is such a prophetic and strategic one, the cost is way too expensive for us to hoop, holler, dance and shout with no wisdom, no knowledge, no understanding, and ultimately no power. My soul boasts for this hour that has arrived where we, in unity, will exalt God, who is true, above all else. It is only throught His Word of Great Grace, Great Power and Favor that we will possess great Victory in uprooting and dismatling the strongholds that have tried to exalt themselves above God, both in our communities and in our overall lives. How many communities are there before us dancing and shouting with no effect outside the church walls? For this reason, I know that my assignment, our assignment, is powerful, prophetic and strategic through the Word of God, which is mighty for the pulling down of strongholds, the casting down of imaginations and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God. It is time for us to hear and use the weapon of our warfare, God's Word, to bring into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.
One of the most critical and defining areas for the body of Christ particularly is the transference of Kingdom wealth to the just. Because I am just bold enough to speak out about the God-given economic power and authority, already given to those of us who are rightfully Abraham's seed, "folk" don't know how to percieve me. They see and hear "the preacher" with their natural eyes and ears; but because their eyes have not seen, ears have not heard, neither has it entered into their hearts what God has prepared for those of us who love Him, they comprehend not that God has given me through His liberating Word, revelation and Kingdom principles concerning economics. It's pretty simple if you already have the money you need to meet your vision, and fulfill it, then you don't need this. But if your vision needs more than what is currently generated in tithes and offering~ and God is requiring more~ then this is for you.
Kingdom refers to all people. When talking about economics, one has to deal with market niches and viable markets. It seems as if the church has not dealt sufficiently to be unified in developing a sustaining economic system. I am here to stir some stuff to make you uncomfortable. We have got to be challenged beyond what we have done in the past, by taking off our church masks, and understanding that we, the church, must confront the very issues that we do not like to acknowledge or discuss. If not, we will never be the Kingdom or have the economic prosperity God wants us to be or have. If we do not have a revelation of purpose, we will not be able to identify that which is a priority, which will cause us to be out of rhythm. With no priority, there is no plan, and trust me, no plan is a plan to fail.
Kingdom wealth must first be motivated by a Kingdom purpose that causes this wealth to be eligible for transference. As priests, it is our assignment to be the ears and the voice that gives prophetic channeling to both purpose and wealth in a Kingdom-based direction. As leaders, we must expand our focus beyond the local church and begin to walk in our God-given dominion by making a global impact on many nations. The same mind-set cannot continue to exist. We need to reconfirm that we have been set over nations and kingdoms by first rooting out and pulling down the immediate strongholds.
With Great Grace, Great Favor & Great Power,
Bishop Michael Bates Sr.
One of the most critical and defining areas for the body of Christ particularly is the transference of Kingdom wealth to the just. Because I am just bold enough to speak out about the God-given economic power and authority, already given to those of us who are rightfully Abraham's seed, "folk" don't know how to percieve me. They see and hear "the preacher" with their natural eyes and ears; but because their eyes have not seen, ears have not heard, neither has it entered into their hearts what God has prepared for those of us who love Him, they comprehend not that God has given me through His liberating Word, revelation and Kingdom principles concerning economics. It's pretty simple if you already have the money you need to meet your vision, and fulfill it, then you don't need this. But if your vision needs more than what is currently generated in tithes and offering~ and God is requiring more~ then this is for you.
Kingdom refers to all people. When talking about economics, one has to deal with market niches and viable markets. It seems as if the church has not dealt sufficiently to be unified in developing a sustaining economic system. I am here to stir some stuff to make you uncomfortable. We have got to be challenged beyond what we have done in the past, by taking off our church masks, and understanding that we, the church, must confront the very issues that we do not like to acknowledge or discuss. If not, we will never be the Kingdom or have the economic prosperity God wants us to be or have. If we do not have a revelation of purpose, we will not be able to identify that which is a priority, which will cause us to be out of rhythm. With no priority, there is no plan, and trust me, no plan is a plan to fail.
Kingdom wealth must first be motivated by a Kingdom purpose that causes this wealth to be eligible for transference. As priests, it is our assignment to be the ears and the voice that gives prophetic channeling to both purpose and wealth in a Kingdom-based direction. As leaders, we must expand our focus beyond the local church and begin to walk in our God-given dominion by making a global impact on many nations. The same mind-set cannot continue to exist. We need to reconfirm that we have been set over nations and kingdoms by first rooting out and pulling down the immediate strongholds.
With Great Grace, Great Favor & Great Power,
Bishop Michael Bates Sr.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Before We Get Married
Before we get married, we have a lifetime of circumstances that effect how we define love, sex, and intimacy. We are "World Wise." We invite marriage with baggage too heavy to bear alone--but too painful to share.
Taking a Real Look
As I stand in the pulpit and look at the people who come to churches, I must be real. As a servant of God, it is my job to minister to those in need. The majority of the people are scared and damaged.
Vision
Develop your own God-given vision. See miracles in your life--Reap the blessings of faith-- Overcome your overwhelming obstacles! Change your part of the Word-- be led by the Holy Spirit.
Faith, Blessings, and Favor
When you are betrayed and attacked and no one is standing up to defend you, it's like someone inviting you over for dinner-- they are having YOU for dinner and you didn't know you were on the menu...
Traumatic Experiences
Because of traumatic experiences, children can hold attitudes that affect the choices they make throughout the rest of their lives. We must allow God, rather than circumstance to determine our attitudes.
Michael Bates: THE RIGHT MESSAGE FOR THE RIGHT TIME
I'd like to talk to people who have found themselves in second or third marriages-- the Real People...
Join Michael Bates as he taps into the core of human weaknesses and needs. Join him as he proclaims Jesus as the Answer! It's easy to tell someone to "Let Go and Let God." It's much more complicated... God's help is daily and practical, when focusing on the trials of life.
Join Michael Bates as he taps into the core of human weaknesses and needs. Join him as he proclaims Jesus as the Answer! It's easy to tell someone to "Let Go and Let God." It's much more complicated... God's help is daily and practical, when focusing on the trials of life.
Motivational, Educational Powershift
The Bridge Called Divorce
This problem continues to be a stinky subject to the church--men and women who are so bound by their past that they cannot reach the potential that God has for them. Divorced people are not damaged goods or second class citizens.
This problem continues to be a stinky subject to the church--men and women who are so bound by their past that they cannot reach the potential that God has for them. Divorced people are not damaged goods or second class citizens.
Preparation for Life
A practical need for help in facing the daily struggles of relationships, raising children, pursuing a career and paying bills
Real Issues, Real People
Dealing with real issues--
Sexual Relationships Between Married Couples
For Those in Church Who Struggle: Secret Experiences, Molestations, Trauma, Abuses, Promiscuities
Sexual Relationships Between Married Couples
For Those in Church Who Struggle: Secret Experiences, Molestations, Trauma, Abuses, Promiscuities
Work: A Blessing or Curse
The Workplace: Your success at work, how it affects The Kingdom, you and your family.
Camp Millionaire
Our children must be challenged to meet higher standards in academic and personal behavior. Parents must raise the expectation.
Success Is Not An Accident
Poverty is the slave master of the 21st century. God does not expect people to live lives of misery and despair. He wants them to live lives of abundance. Learn how you can live life as a success on purpose!
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