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 18)
Philip begins his ministry in the challenging environment of the Samaria, before an angel of the Lord directs him to travel south out of Jerusalem. In this lesson, Mike shares the story of Philip the Evangelist, and reveals the most profound lesson we learn from Philip (from Acts 21).
Simon the Zealot was, for a number of reasons, an unlikely choice to be an apostle of Jesus. Or was he? Perhaps it was his zeal that made him the perfect choice. In this lesson, Mike reveals an interesting perspective of the apostles and the idea of unity in the Body.
Have you ever tried to run from God? In this lesson, Mike talks about how God stays with you, doing whatever is best to keep you walking with Him.
Perhaps a bit more obscure as a Bible character, Mephibosheth is nevertheless a great illustration of grace.
His father was Jonathon, and his grandfather was King Saul. But, as a 5-year old child, he was disabled — on the same day that he learned both his father and grandfather had been killed in the same battle (2 Samuel 4:4). Years later, Mephibosheth was shown great kindness by King David.
Does any holiday conjure up more national pride than Independence Day? In 1776, the United States proclaimed its independence from the “tyranny” of the English monarch. And we have become a people that value independence — choosing our own paths, making our own decisions, and being in control of our own destinies.
“But our citizenship is in heaven.” (Philippians 3:20)
The story of Gideon is one that has one purpose: to remind us that God is always present, and that his presence — not our efforts — is what provides victory.