Mission Gate Prison Ministry

Mission Gate Prison Ministry's goals are to lead inmates to Christ (Regeneration), transform their lives through our one year program (Rehabilitation), and to assist them back into society; in a church, employed, housed and in Christ (Reintegration).

Go Make Disciples 06/18/2013

Go Make Disciples In Episode #83, Rick Mathes Preaches on Matthew 28 where Christ commisions the disciples to go make disciples of all the nations. Today as we walk as modern day soldiers in God's army, how are you reflecting the wishes of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Rick touches on the major points that one must do to walk in obedience to our King. Listen, Reflect, and share todays message of hope. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2361286

Problem or Solution? 05/12/2013

Problem or Solution? Episode #82, a Sermon Preached by Rick Mathes at a Friday Night worship at Fort Good Shepherd Ranch in Cuba, Mo. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2319710

Backslider Anonymous 05/05/2013

Backslider Anonymous Transforming lives from Crime to Christ. Mission Gate Prison ministry is in the business of saving souls out of the Department of Corruption, Satan's Mansion, and the gates of Hell. Our 9-month program is most of these men and women's last chance, meaning; that they have burned every bridge before throwing their hands into the air screaming out, "God help me"! With no hope, money, food, or clothing, Mission Gate picks up where satan left off; lives torn and smashed by the chains of addiction and criminial living. Usually with the clothes on there backs, Mission Gate takes the Word of God, and Dust off the ashes left in this wake of destruction off the shoulders of these men and women of fortune. I promise you that without the help of donors like you this could not happen. If you are reading this, please help. We have needs that are based on the needs of men and women being released into the free world with only a prayer. You can be that answer by donating online at www.missiongateministry.org Thank you for your help. Shalom. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2311688

Charges Pending 04/29/2013

Charges Pending In Podcast #80, Rick Mathes preaches at a Friday Night Worship. One main point that Rick speaks about is our relationship with the Lord, and how the closer we get to Christ, the more we become more reflective of our Lord and Savior. The flip side of this is that our sins seem be magnified, and we find that the smaller sins seem bigger and bigger. Hope this sermon touches your life, and press on, and pass it on! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2303755

Do You Believe? 04/21/2013

Do You Believe? /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2294995

Crossover 04/14/2013

Crossover In Episode #78, Rick Mathes Preaches on the waivering Morality of Our Country. This podcast is focused on the times that we see based on decisions made by our leaders, movers, and teachers of this beautiful Country...God wants Green Beret's, and He is calling you to Fight for what stands for our belief based on Spiritual principles that is found in the Bible. Its time to Crossover... /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2286408

Pebble or Rock? 04/07/2013

Pebble or Rock? In Episode #77, Rick talks about the differences of theology, the pulpit, Roman Catholosism, and much more. The focal point of this sermon will be about worship, purpose, and leadership. Listen today about a subject that has caused much debate. Shalom /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2278283

Incurable 03/24/2013

Incurable /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2262553

Oh Hell 03/17/2013

Oh Hell Rick Mathes Preaches from James Chapter 4, and brings the scripture to life in practical explainations, teachings, and disciplines that are not only for the training of the ex-felon, but can be applied to any christians lives that find themselves looking for the truth with no spin. Who's preaching about Hell today? Rick Mathes is, so if your not driving, grab your bibles, open up to James Chapter 4, and lets study the word together. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2252972

Doctor Who? 03/04/2013

Doctor Who? In Episode #74 Rick Preaches from the Job, starting in chapter 13:7-11... focusing on the lack of Fear that us as christians have towards God. Fearing God is a healthy position for christians, and when we walk with God daily the fear of offending the Lord can keep us in check from sinning. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2237950

Nothing But the Cross 02/24/2013

Nothing But the Cross In Episode #73, Rick Mathes preaches about the cross, its transforming power, and the need for us to look towards it with a commitment of self sacrifice. Our leader, Jesus, died on the cross, and rose from the dead. If we wish to echo the true message of Christ, we must die to self, and live for Christ! How you might say? By living a life outside of our own personal wants and/or needs. We must put others above oursleves. And with the love of christ reflecting in our actions towards others, we learn to live a self sacrifical life and honor our Father in heaven. Jesus poured His self out for us, why can't we pour oursleves out for Him...or others? /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2229677

His Prisoner 02/17/2013

His Prisoner In episode #72, Rick Mathes preaches on prison life, but not the prison that first comes to mind...he talks about being a prisoner of Christ! Speaking to the ex-felon, this show is for the ex-addict, the ex-alcoholic, and the ex-offender. Turn with us to Ephesians 4:1-6..."There I, a prisoner of the Lord..."what has the Lord called you to as a prisoner for Him? /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2221808

Dr. Gina Show with Rick Mathes 02/10/2013

Dr. Gina Show with Rick Mathes In Episode #71, Rick Mathes is interviewed by Dr. Gina on her radio broadcast about his interview with an Imam in prison that has received international attention. Here Ricks response to the nieghbor muslim, how we should respond in love, and his take on our relationship with our muslim cousins. The battle christians face is; how do we witness to non believers about Christ in love? Since we are called to witness, what does it take to allow our faith be known when facing opposition as we do when encountering the Muslim religion? Jesus states, "I am the way, the truth and the Life, NO ONE goes to ther Father except through Me." Listen to how we need to express this message to others in a way that seem to escape most...the way of love. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2213723

Step Through The Gate 02/03/2013

Step Through The Gate In Episode #70, Rick Mathes Preaches on John 10:9, reflecting on Christ as the Gate, and how Mission Gate got its name. Mission Gates purpose for the prison ministry is to transform lives from Crime to Christ. Rick breaks down what it takes to step through the gate of Christ! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2205720

I Can Do It 01/27/2013

I Can Do It In Episode #69, Rick Mathes preaches on Phillipians 4:10-13...Focusing on verse 13..."I can Do all things through Him who Strengthens me..." Rick has a way of explaining the scripture to us hard-heads...ex-cons, us... the felons... and in this sermon, Rick keeps it real. One of the best...this is a must hear!!! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2198216

The Sword 01/20/2013

The Sword In Episode #68, Rick Mathes preaches about the armor of God, and how us as christians need to live as the Lord is coming back today. As we watch the world move to the end of times, we must be prepared by putting on the full armor of God. Lets look at the armor piece by piece in Ephesians 6 as we learn about the offensive purpose of the sword, and why its needed in advancing the Kingdom of God. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2180704

The Lost Sheep 11/15/2012

The Lost Sheep In Episode #67, Rick Mathes preaches on the foundation of the Shepherd and his sheep. Are you lost, or found? /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2128480

The Three Beginnings 11/08/2012

The Three Beginnings In Episode #66, Rick preaches on the Three Beginnings, and God's Awesome Creative Power! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2121810

Don't Look Back 11/01/2012

Don't Look Back In Episode #65, Rick Mathes teaches us to not look back. What do we gain by the continued observance of the destruction we left in our wake? Never forget about the past, nor what it we have done, but we must rid ourselves of the chains of guilt that so easily binds us, and slows the advancement of God's Kingdom. He has called you, so stand in the freedom from sin's sting, and always remember to press ON! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2114888

From Cell to Cell 10/25/2012

From Cell to Cell In Episode #64, Rick Mathes preaches on the Acts 5:17-21, where the apostles received persecution, was arrested, but later freed by the angel of the Lord and was commanded to,"Stand in the temple courts, and tell the people about this new life." And that is what we are to do today. We are to proclaim this new life to others around us about our new life in Christ. This command provides many benefits, and sets the ground work of our proclamation of Christianity. From milk to meat! Lets learn together my brother and sisters the fundamental truths about our transformation in this weeks sermon. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2107710

New Shalom 10/16/2012

New Shalom Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petitiion, with thanksgiving, present your requiests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2099122

God Is Greek 10/15/2012

God Is Greek In this weeks offender testimony, Rick interviews an ex-greek-gangster from 1987. Make sure you share this wonderful testimony that will touch your soul. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2096575

At The Well 10/02/2012

At The Well In Episode #61, Rick Mathes takes us to John 4:7, exploring the well where Christ speaks to the Samaritan woman about living water. What well springs do you continue to go to when you are dry? Are they counterfeit waters based on this world and everything in it, or is it based on biblical principles, on Christ, and on truth? We answer these issues and much more in todays sermon, Title, 'At the Well'. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2084309

Original Mafia Stories 09/30/2012

Original Mafia Stories In Testimony #5, Rick Mathes interviews an original Mafia member who transformed his life from Crime to Christ. We take you back to 1991 in this throwback, and hope you are touched by the saving power of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2082452

I Am What I Am 09/25/2012

I Am What I Am In Episode #61, Rick Mathes preaches on the 7 dimensions of the personalities of Chirst. We learn a fundamental principle about how we are to display Christ to a dark world, who is need of a savior. Listen along with the men out of prison, learn how to transform their lives from crime to Christ! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2077353

Straight A's or Prison Grays 09/24/2012

Straight A's or Prison Grays In Testimonial episode #3, Rick Mathes interviews a prisoner behind bars in 1991. His crime: Assualt on an Officer. His Lawyer: Jesus Christ! Listen to a man with a gang and street background, be transformed from Crime to Christ! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2075421

Jesus Is Our Friend 09/18/2012

Jesus Is Our Friend In Episode #60 Rick Mathes teaches on the concept of Friendship from a risen Savior, Jesus Christ. In John 15:12-17, Jesus speaks about our obligation as christians to walk in this continued love for one another based on His love for us. All the commandments rest on this love, which is depicted by our Savior giving His life for us on the cross. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2070141

Bad Dates 09/16/2012

Bad Dates In this weeks Episode, #3 takes us back to 1997, where Trish Mathes interviews a ex-prostitute, ex-crack addict, turn Christian. This blast from the past will leave you speechless. Mission Gate has discontinued the womans guest home due to lack of funding, but as time progresses, the female factor in the criminal life grows ever so dangereous, and prevalent. If your like me, you know that the woman needs another Mission Gate based on Christian reformation. We no longer have a woman's Mission Gate, but we are in the process of raising the needed funds for a womans Guest home, and could use your help. go to www.missiongateministry.org and click the donate button. Within this page, you can specifically donate funds to the cause of a womans facility. God bless, and Shalom. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2062242

My Loss, His Gain 09/11/2012

My Loss, His Gain In Episode #59, Rick Mathes preaches on the fundamental truths of losing ones life for the sake of Christ. This message addresses the questions that arise in ones spirit when reading Philippians 3:7-11. From Milk to Meat, this message is for you. /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2062175

Stolen Salvation 09/09/2012

Stolen Salvation In show #2 of our ex-felon testimonies, Rick Mathes interviews an ex-felon who was convicted of Robbery in 1996. Know that eventhough this man was in prison, he was "happy to be there". Listen in, and if this touches your heart, Pass it on, and 'Press On'! /episode/index/show/missiongate/id/2053819

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