Michael Bolin

Church/Ministry Name

Wheatley / Salem UMC

Church/Ministry Description

I am the pastor of three churches in Northeast Arkansas.

Experience

I start pastoring churches in 2007. I have had the privilege of serving a dual denominational church, a small country church, a large city church and each have had their own learning experiences!

Education

Arkansas State University Memphis Theological Seminary

Family

I Am married with 1 child. I love my family and they play a major part with me in following Christ's ministry.

Hobbies

Riding Horses Playing Golf Looking to have worship experiences in untraditional settings.

Best advice given to me about preaching

It's not about the people. Worship is about GOD!!!

Sermon or series that made a difference

The 15 talks in a three day experience called "Emmaus" and/or "Kiaros"

One of my favorite illustrations

Tony Campolo's story of Agnes's' birthday party.

Books that have had an impact

Heaven is for real The Shack Invisible War How to be Pentecostal without speaking in Tongues

Something funny that happened while preaching

During a baptismal service, I was giving a sermon at the Baptist church, in front of my church members and theirs, when my cell phone went off to a specific ring tone set for my mother.

What my parents think of my sermons

Their okay.

What my spouse (really) thinks of my sermons

She says she likes my preaching better than others.

If I could Preach one more time, I would say...

Repent for the Kingdom Of God is at hand. This was John the Baptist message and it was Jesus' message! Live today like this is the Day He returns!

What I want on my tombstone

Forgiven. I'll be waiting by the gate to meet you there.

Comment to those looking at my sermons

I milk a lot of cows but churn my own butter. There is no original thought. If it inspires you; it will inspire others. If you use something I've printed, don't give me credit; give God credit!