tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.comments2015-09-20T01:29:14.794-05:00The Baker BlogMike Bakerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00501250992410538046noreply@blogger.comBlogger649125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-57623224038121429212014-03-25T10:04:41.238-05:002014-03-25T10:04:41.238-05:00Anonymous...great question. The world separates &...Anonymous...great question. The world separates "gay people" from everyone else, the church doesn't. We offer all people an open and loving invitation to come to Jesus and let him save them and change them. This is what everyone, not just "gay people" should find at our church and any church.Mike Bakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00501250992410538046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-15210052122931029162014-03-07T19:23:05.224-06:002014-03-07T19:23:05.224-06:00And what does Eastview have for Gay People?And what does Eastview have for Gay People?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-45909885813304639982014-02-25T16:00:30.809-06:002014-02-25T16:00:30.809-06:00Mike, thank you for standing on the Word of God. J...Mike, thank you for standing on the Word of God. Jesus is the only way out of the mess we have today.Danhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16675812925166242077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-22033753451309451232014-02-10T11:27:45.003-06:002014-02-10T11:27:45.003-06:00Very well said, Mike.Very well said, Mike.Bob Hentrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02060532106267008466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-35757886166839320402014-01-20T19:33:37.252-06:002014-01-20T19:33:37.252-06:00Amen!! And great analogy! Amen!! And great analogy! Sandynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-88024048755420568412014-01-11T13:54:18.270-06:002014-01-11T13:54:18.270-06:00I will agree in prayer with you for the same manif...I will agree in prayer with you for the same manifestations you are requesting from God and each individual who attends Eastview. May we all grow spiritually and die daily to the call of our precious Savior! May we all know who we are in Christ to fulfill the great commission with passion, and stand strong in our faith to persevere through any attempts of the forces of darkness which comes against the Body of Christ! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-62015799028162709772014-01-02T09:00:12.633-06:002014-01-02T09:00:12.633-06:00We did life with you (and Gary) and Eastview for 8...We did life with you (and Gary) and Eastview for 8 years when we lived in Blm. Although we now live in Florida and have a church home here, we still consider ourselves part of Eastview and participate from afar. We watch the Sunday messages, Monday Morning Pastor and read your blog to grow along with y'all. We miss all that Eastview is and the people we love there. There's just no comparable family down here. We hope one day to return to Blm, but until then we'll stay warm and stay connected (thankful for technology). <br /><br />Thanks for being obedient to what God has called you to, and for using your gifts to glorify Him and lead His flock...wherever they live!Susan Saundersnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-59615482302905448432013-12-30T10:14:53.173-06:002013-12-30T10:14:53.173-06:00Johnmark...actually I didn't post your last co...Johnmark...actually I didn't post your last comment because it was rambling and didn't make a point. Obviously, you have some judgments about the American Christian community that bother you. So do I. In fact, i have some judgments against myself. I'll stand on the grace of God and continue to preach the Bible...every Sunday...every word. Praying for you.Mike Bakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00501250992410538046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-40065421983042053582013-12-30T08:34:31.012-06:002013-12-30T08:34:31.012-06:00Pastor Baker your relationship with your family an...Pastor Baker your relationship with your family and your openness about our all ifs the reason why I continue to worship at Eastview. Your relationship to your son is very similar to God's relationship to humanity. I love your heart. Real faith moves mountains! Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446707381822449027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-66994222320165186232013-12-29T05:21:42.328-06:002013-12-29T05:21:42.328-06:00I knew it wouldn't get posted. Too uncomfortab...I knew it wouldn't get posted. Too uncomfortable for you. Keep Jesus in that box. <br /><br />Criticism helps dialogue and I am way outside your choir. Johnmarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05133201573252234524noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-43817023414519560762013-12-28T17:12:28.896-06:002013-12-28T17:12:28.896-06:00Even though I have never met Mikey I know what an ...Even though I have never met Mikey I know what an amazing young man he has become. I am so happy for all of you and I pray that God strengthens their love as well as their marriage daily. I love you and Sara and it makes my heart smile knowing plus seeing the way you love your family as well as your church familyRose McIntoshnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-31090718339707379932013-12-28T17:01:20.459-06:002013-12-28T17:01:20.459-06:00Beautiful words, Pastor Mike. Thank you for contin...Beautiful words, Pastor Mike. Thank you for continuing to encourage those of us still in the "bearing all things" teen years.Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09187788072515248403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-50575753728624660632013-12-28T11:10:25.426-06:002013-12-28T11:10:25.426-06:00congratulations! the day is finally here. mike, i ...congratulations! the day is finally here. mike, i will bring you a carload of hankies, for i know you will need them. :-) so happy for mikey and abby and looking very forward to being a part of this very special day! and though there is no snow, it is PERFECT day for a wedding!! love to all!<br />lynnieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-67299448370118826632013-12-05T11:43:08.950-06:002013-12-05T11:43:08.950-06:00Mike
I wanted to let you know that Sunday's se...Mike<br />I wanted to let you know that Sunday's sermon was the finest Christmas sermon I have ever heard...and I've preached and heard a few. I really appreciate the fact that you research from the original languages and preach from the heart. Be encouraged my friend...and keep pressing on towards the goal.<br /><br />Gary HinegardnerGaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02836068186370636364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-4508579232766314842013-11-22T17:08:36.833-06:002013-11-22T17:08:36.833-06:00It is amazing to see our children's life unfol...It is amazing to see our children's life unfold. As a mom of 5 I have quickly learned that what I see for them and the lords plan are often different. Now all I do is pray for them to be healthy, happy, safe and know Jesus. I trust the lord to show them their path. I imagine your sons greatly appreciate your unconditional love!!!Lorraine A.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-86637634566103712122013-11-20T18:02:27.089-06:002013-11-20T18:02:27.089-06:00What a great place for a parent to be --- right al...What a great place for a parent to be --- right alongside the (now grown) son! He surely must feel your love and support for who he is! May we all get to that place with our own children and grandchildren!Kathy Owenshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18071755349782766523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-16085927243865579432013-11-12T14:53:53.512-06:002013-11-12T14:53:53.512-06:00Sign me up!Sign me up!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-37018366423580916982013-10-20T16:51:58.916-05:002013-10-20T16:51:58.916-05:00Mike,
This blog entry makes it evident to me that...Mike, <br />This blog entry makes it evident to me that you are willing to listen to that still small voice. I cannot imagine the pressure of shepherding a large church (mega). Too many fall prey to the temptation of self and perfection and adoration from their congregation. Stay humble, my friend. There is power in that. <br /><br />I love and appreciate your heart after God. Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13872010027227924722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-45079191025174972712013-10-17T21:50:44.114-05:002013-10-17T21:50:44.114-05:00I think Joseph is one of the most overlooked peopl...I think Joseph is one of the most overlooked people of the Bible. He was an amazing example of character, strength, and faith. Additionally, he was a step-father, and his children were half siblings to Jesus. Not exactly the picture of a Norman Rockwell family, but inspiring to blended families of today.Melissanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-64426921844105065202013-09-30T10:47:48.516-05:002013-09-30T10:47:48.516-05:00Mike,
Our son mistakenly told us that yesterday w...Mike,<br /><br />Our son mistakenly told us that yesterday was the organizational meeting for the DR trip, so we stumbled into your meeting, and I hope you don't mind that we stayed! It was awesome of you to share your time with the kids, and it was even more awesome to see such a large number sincerely interested in exploring a life in ministry! Praise Him!Bob Wnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-50510584957258192112013-09-10T05:05:57.850-05:002013-09-10T05:05:57.850-05:00All I can say is God is awesome. What an example o...All I can say is God is awesome. What an example of a church living in faith.Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-71336254914623312882013-09-09T14:27:30.099-05:002013-09-09T14:27:30.099-05:00Gods people around the world in need of His love=p...Gods people around the world in need of His love=priceless Branderbloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12881790667037572705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-69668969241427150952013-09-09T14:26:24.821-05:002013-09-09T14:26:24.821-05:00Gods people in the world needing Him= priceless Gods people in the world needing Him= priceless Branderbloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12881790667037572705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-25536783893814689472013-08-21T07:29:15.787-05:002013-08-21T07:29:15.787-05:00Would love to see a Wednesday night service as wel...Would love to see a Wednesday night service as well, with some of the younger staff leading the service.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4696690714246007095.post-80414738508325030222013-08-20T01:45:08.328-05:002013-08-20T01:45:08.328-05:00Sounds good. I remember the Saturday night service...Sounds good. I remember the Saturday night services and I loved them. So did many others. Wish they would bring them back too. Praying for God's will here. Love this church!Elvira Brooksnoreply@blogger.com