From the Archives: "Creating An Atmosphere for God to Bless" - Rev. Michael J. Schmalz
Series: POSC Services
July 06, 2025
Rev. Michael J. Schmalz
With there being no Sunday service at POSC this week due to Serve Sunday at Ducktona, today we listen to a message originally preached at POSC on September 19th, 2007 by the late Rev. Michael J. Schmalz. In this powerful and convicting message titled “Creating an Atmosphere for God to Bless,” Rev. Schmalz challenges us to shift our thinking and align it with God’s Word to unlock the supernatural in our churches and our lives. Drawing from Matthew 13 and Psalm 78, we are reminded that even Jesus was limited—not by His power, but by people’s unbelief. Faulty thinking, fear, and excuses can hinder the miraculous—but right thinking sets the stage for revival. This sermon is a passionate call to transform not just what we believe, but how we think and act. When our minds are renewed, it will show in three key areas: a dedication to the harvest, a lifestyle of sacrificial giving, and a determination to finish our course. If you’re ready to stop limiting what God can do through you—this episode will challenge, encourage, and inspire you to think big, give boldly, and never give up. To hear more about what God is doing in Sheboygan County and beyond, visit us at posc.church!
Episode Notes
Main Point: A Church or Life Aligned with God’s Thinking Creates Space for God’s Blessing
- God’s power is not limited by His ability—it’s limited by our mindset and response. We can “tie His hands” by unbelief, wrong priorities, and complacency.
- To create an atmosphere God blesses, we must align our thoughts, our giving, and our persistence with His will.
Key Scriptures:
- Psalm 78:41 – “Yea, they turned back and tempted God, and limited the Holy One of Israel.”
- Matthew 13:58 – “And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.”
- John 4:35 – “Lift up your eyes… the fields are white already to harvest.”
- Malachi 3:10 – “Prove me now… if I will not open the windows of heaven…”
- 2 Timothy 4:7 – “I have fought a good fight… I have kept the faith.”
Major Themes:
- Right Thinking Prepares the Way – Revival begins in the mind.
- A Heart for the Harvest – God blesses a church that focuses on souls.
- Sacrificial Giving Invites God’s Favor – When we give with faith and joy, God responds.
- Finish the Race – Spiritual progress requires endurance and consistency.
- We Are Responsible for the Atmosphere – Our thoughts and behaviors shape the level of blessing.
Reflection Questions:
- Are my thoughts in alignment with God’s promises or shaped by past disappointments?
- Do I carry a personal burden for the harvest?
- Am I consistent in giving and committed to finishing my course?
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