Sermons by Michael Andrus (Page 4)
The Book of Nahum
SERIES: Major Profit from Minor Prophets What Happens When People Repent of their Repentance? SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Note: This series, done in the summer of 1999, involved one sermon each on the Twelve Minor Prophets. Obviously, since these books are of varying lengths, from one chapter to fourteen chapters, these sermons are focused on the key message of each prophet, rather than a detailed examination of their words. Introduction: Two weeks ago Pastor Gene brought a great message on the book of…
The Book of Habakkuk
SERIES: Major Profit from Minor Prophets Habakkuk, The Prophet Who Dared Argue with God SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Note: This series, done in the summer of 1999, involved one sermon each on the Twelve Minor Prophets. Obviously, since these books are of varying lengths, from one chapter to fourteen chapters, these sermons are focused on the key message of each prophet, rather than a detailed examination of their words. Introduction: This morning it is our privilege to study the Old Testament book of…
The Book of Zephaniah
SERIES: Major Profit from Minor Prophets A Shelter in the Fury SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Note: This series, done in the summer of 1999, involved one sermon each on the Twelve Minor Prophets. Obviously, since these books are of varying lengths, from one chapter to fourteen chapters, these sermons are focused on the key message of each prophet, rather than a detailed examination of their words. Introduction: This morning I want us to turn to the book of Zephaniah, fourth from the end…
The Book of Malachi
SERIES: Major Profit from Minor Prophets Indicted for Phony Worship SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Note: This series, done in the summer of 1999, involved one sermon each on the Twelve Minor Prophets. Obviously, since these books are of varying lengths, from one chapter to fourteen chapters, these sermons are focused on the key message of each prophet, rather than a detailed examination of their words. Introduction: It’s good to be back with you today. I so appreciate the opportunity to get away for a…
Malachi 3:6-12
When Frugality Is Not a Virtue SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: Many senior adults who grew up during the Great Depression often have an uneasy relationship with money. While many of them eventually became successful in their careers and achieved relative financial security, the experience of being totally destitute in the 1930’s (to the point, in some cases, of not knowing where their next meal was coming from) shaped their psyches and gave them a respect for frugality they have never been…
2 Peter 2
The Greatest Threat to the Church Is from Within SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: Good morning. In forty-eight years of ministry this is the first time I have preached to a camera without an audience. This is not easy. Covid has sure changed the nature of pastoral ministry! While Josh is on study leave, our Pastoral Resident Dominick Wong has organized a 3-week study of the New Testament book of 2 Peter. He did a great job introducing the book last Sunday and sharing from chapter…
Judges 1:1-2:18
The Book of Judges: Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay The Second-Generation Syndrome SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: I suspect some of you are glad we’ve finished our series on “Great Church Fights” and can now move on to something more edifying than conflict. Well, we’re moving on alright—to a book of the OT that specializes in murder, mutilation, ethnic cleansing, rape, idolatry, and general moral mayhem. It’s almost like watching the evening news. You may end up wishing I had found some more church fights…
Judges 4-5
The Book of Judges: Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay Deborah and Barak: The Value of Teamwork SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: The author of Hebrews, in his great panorama of men and women of faith in chapter 11, writes, “And what more shall I say? I do not have time to tell about Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel and the prophets—men of whom the world was not worthy.” We are taking the time to examine some of the lesser-known OT characters in some…
Judges 6
The Book of Judges: Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay Gideon: The Man of Faith Who Doubted SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: My message title today contains something of an oxymoron. We’ve always been told that faith and doubt are antithetical to one another. How can I speak of “a man of faith who doubted?” Yet it’s amazing how many great heroes of the faith went through periods of significant doubt before, and even occasionally after, they earned their reputations for courage and confidence. One thinks of…
Judges 7
The Book of Judges: Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay Gideon Takes a Course in Divine Math SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Report on Huntington, Utah: I want to take the opening moments of my time this morning to tell you a story that has nothing to do with my message. Those of you who attended our last congregational meeting have some prior knowledge of this situation, but much more has taken place and I want to bring all of you up to…
Judges 8
The Book of Judges: Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay The Tragedy of Not Finishing Strong SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: One of the most important goals of my life is to finish strong. I am in my mid-fifties, which means I may have ten years remaining as a senior pastor, then hopefully a few more years as an interim pastor or in some other ministry capacity. Ten years is not long in the total scheme of things, but it’s long enough to…
Judges 13-15
The Book of Judges: Hearts of Iron, Feet of Clay Samson: The Incredible Hulk SPEAKER: Michael P. Andrus Introduction: Is there anyone here today who has not desired to be uniquely outstanding in some way? Have you ever dreamed about being the most beautiful woman in the world? Or the richest businessman? Or the most powerful politician? Or the best baseball player? Or the most brilliant scholar? Or the finest musician? Maybe your dreams aren’t quite so grandiose—you would just like to get the highest grade in your…