Mike was born in Abilene, Texas in 1962 to parents who were serving in the U.S. Air Force. After living in Montana and Florida, his dad retired and moved back to Abilene in 1972. It was in Abilene that their entire family was introduced to the saving grace of our Lord Jesus and all began a new walk with Him! Mike was called into ministry his sophomore year at ACU and answered the call his junior year (he was a bit slow). While working on his degree in Ministry and Evangelism, Mike ministered at two local churches. He also spent a year as a missionary intern in Skelmersdale, England. Karen and Mike have served three congregations in our 21 years together, each one has been a unique and special blessing! They have three incredible children, Hunter (20), Colby (18), and Curry (13). They have a dog named Granger, two cats, and a gold fish. Mike consider myself one of the most blessed individuals in this world! But he will tell you… “I’m REALLY looking forward to the world to come. What a hope we have in Jesus!”
"…that God may open a door (Col. 4:3)"
Sermons by Mike Baskett (Page 14)
This lesson is the first of three Wednesday night lessons in July that are designed to introduce our summer long study of the book of Hebrews. In this first lesson, Mike introduces the theme of Hebrews.
In this lesson, Mike looks at three examples of extreme giving in the Scripture, and explores the reasons why people would feel compelled to give more.
It isn’t enough to simply bring an offering, but to be committed to offering God the first and the very best. It cannot and should not be an afterthought, or an offering of whatever might be available at the time. In this lesson, Mike explores the idea of commitment and what that has meant to God and His people over time.
In Deuteronomy 16:16-17, the Bible says, “each of you must bring a gift in proportion to the way the LORD your God has blessed you.” But why does God ask us to give? Does He need our money, or sacrifices, or offerings? No, is a reflection of our hearts; a response to God out of our recognition of His blessings. In this lesson, Mike begins a journey through Scripture to reveal God’s will regarding the way we give back to God.
After spending many days in the hands of sinners, suffering, Jesus’ final destination is his Father’s hands. In like manner, although life may present many difficulties, Christians rest in the hands of God.
In this lesson, Mike explores the meaning and importance of the Greek word teleo; a word that suggests both completion and perfection, through the importance of Jesus’ final words, and the “perfection” it created for His followers. “This is how love is made complete (teleos) among us… (1 John 4:17 NIV).”