Phoenix International Christian Church

“For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name.    Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! 
Amen.  Ephesians 3:14, 20-21

Our newest brother, Jacob Yond (second from the right) was baptized into the Lord on June 12th!

 As Christians, we can be so thankful for our heavenly Father.  It is so amazing to be able to trust in a Father who is perfect.  He is incapable of making a mistake in your life.  As we put our trust in him, he will make all our paths straight.  

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-7 

As I think about my human father, who himself became a Christian a few years ago, I am very grateful for him.  Although, he was not perfect, I am grateful for every good thing that he brought into my life. His work ethic and the way he  always provided for our family. He introduced me to all kinds of sports.  I learned how to snow ski and play tennis because of him.  He taught me how to have fun.  I learned to be confidence and courage from him.  Now that he is a Christian, we can have talks that we never could before we were Christians.  God is a Father to both of us and that just makes it more awesome.  We get to study the Bible with other men together and help them become Christians. We can be about our eternal purpose together.  What a blessing.  I am very grateful for my Dad.  I hope all of us are grateful for our Dads.  Though they weren’t perfect, we can focus on the good things that they did for us and with us.  Read the rest of this entry »

“And now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability.” 2 Corinthians 8:1-3

Long Beach Mission Team

On May 17^th, our God “opened the floodgates of heaven” for the Phoenix Church by blessing us with a Missions contribution of over $31,000.00. (Malachi 3:10) As Paul encouraged the Macedonian church, so I commend the 78 disciples of the Phoenix Church! We will send a mission team to LA on July 15th, put Luke Speckman on staff as our Campus Minister. His wife, Brandyn will also serve in leading the women in our campus ministry, though for now she will still work her secular job. Sonja Chloupek will be on staff part time as our Womens ministry Leader. Some of the money will also be used to support the on going local operations of the Church in Phoenix. To God be all the Glory!

Luke and Brandyn Speckman Phoenix Campus Ministry

The Exclusive Claims Of Christianity

Isa 43:11 (NIV) “I, even I, am the Lord, and apart from me there is no savior.” ”

John 14:6 (NIV) “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

Mohammed, Buddha, Krishna, and others taught a way to God, some truth about God, and gave instructions on how to live life. These religions did not originally claim to be exclusively true, just better than competing brands. Christianity, however, is unique. It claims “revelation” truth: that God has once and for all “expressed Himself”. Jesus Christ is what God wanted to say.

John 14:6 (Phi)  ”I myself am the way and the truth and the life. No one approaches the Father except through me.”

Acts 4:12 (NIV) “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” Read the rest of this entry »

“And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.” Gen. 13:2

“He listened to, and obeyed God.” Gen. 12:1-4
“He honored God, who prospered him.” Gen. 12:7
“He was generous, and avoided strife.” Gen. 13:5-9
“He was compassionate toward others.” Gen. 18:24-33

Solomon understood the principals of prosperity. He was one of the richest men who ever lived. His proverbs reveal manys truths regarding finances.

“Honor the Lord with thy substance, and with the first fruits of all thine increase: so thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst forth with new wine.” Proverbs 3:9-10

“He who gives to the poor will not want, but he who hides his eyes [from their want] will have many a curse.” Proverbs 28:27 AMP

But in order to have true riches, the motive of your heart must be pure, to bless others and establish God’s covenant.

“And beware lest you say in your [mind and] heart, my power and the might of my hand have gotten me this wealth. But you shall earnestly remember the Lord your God, for it is He Who gives you power to get wealth that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day.” Deuteronomy 8:17-18 AMP

God does indeed want to be involved in our finances. Most Christians who are defeated in their finances are defeated because they believe and confess the words of the enemy, and those words hold them in bondage. What we believe and speak affects the natural world, including our finances. God has given us His Word so that we can understand these spiritual laws. When you work with these laws, they work for you. When you work against God’s spiritual laws, they work against you. When you speak negatively about your financial situation, you have what you say and believe. Here is a very important spiritual law: You can have what you say. With your words you can choose life or death, poverty or riches, sickness or health. You may tithe 10%, work hard, and pray for prosperity every day, but if your words are negative and contrary to God’s Word, you could stay in debt, struggling to make ends meet.

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