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Pastor Jack's desire is to see your relationship with Christ deepen and your effectiveness for His purposes maximized. His bold preaching will encourage and challenge you to walk with Jesus.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus came to liberate not just one nation, but the whole world, including us. We are the treasure hidden in the field, and the pearl of great price He gave up everything to win. It’s an awesome message worth repeating, and we need to share it with all who will listen.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus came to fulfill every word that was written about Him. His birth, His teachings, His miracles, and His death and resurrection were all part of Bible prophecy. So, we need to take an honest look at how the Old Testament announced His mission, and how the New Testament records it coming to pass.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus took our place in judgment by meeting the demands of Biblical law that we could never meet. Everything Christ said and did, even His death and resurrection had a purpose, and that was to bring salvation to everyone who comes to Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus is God's example for how we're meant to live. He resisted temptation, trusted the Father, and loved unconditionally, showing us we can do the same by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus came to reveal the very nature of God to us. When we look at how Jesus loved, taught, and forgave, we're seeing the Father Himself, stepping into human life in a real and personal way.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christ's first coming was real, witnessed by many, and life-changing for all. People saw Him, heard Him, and touched Him, and that one humble arrival changed the entire course of human history.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus is the only person in all of history who came not only down from Heaven, but it was promised in advance. From Genesis to the prophets, God told us exactly how to recognize His Son when He comes.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when the Bible calls Jesus the Son of God, it means He is fully God, equal with the Father. And it's at His name, and His name alone, that every knee will one day bow and confess that He is Lord.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus is over all things, holding the whole creation together by the power of His word. The same Lord who named the stars and orchestrates the heavens is the One who governs every moment of our lives.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus existed before all things, before the universe, even before the spiritual realm. The Bible calls Jesus the Word who was with God and who was God, the eternal "I am" with no beginning and no end.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of duty means doing the will of God, even though the rough times. Following Jesus isn't always easy, but it's always worth it. God has challenged each of us to do great things for His kingdom while we still have the freedom and the opportunity to do so.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that knowing God's will naturally leads to desiring God's will. When the Holy Spirit is at work in our lives, we find ourselves wanting what God wants and embracing a more excellent way.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of duty starts with knowing God’s will. We can't serve effectively until we understand God's specific plan for our lives. When we seek Him through His Word and prayer, He promises to instruct us and teach us in the way we should go.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that durability means drawing closer to God, especially during hard and dangerous times. Trouble is not a reason to quit. A strong believer follows Christ, not just in word, but in actions as well.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that we need to resist false doctrine and fight against evil in our world. As believers, we can't just be spectators while darkness advances around us. Instead, we're called to stand firm on God's Word, even when it's hard or unpopular.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we must consider what's at stake. Our faith in Jesus Christ is the most valuable thing we have, and everything else in life depends on it. When we understand the eternal significance of staying faithful, it changes how we approach every challenge.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that doubt must be overcome, and it can be overcome through faith and God's Word. It’s the only weapon strong enough to defeat doubt. Daily devotional time with the Lord not only pushes any doubt we have away, it deepens our trust, and keeps us growing spiritually.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that doubt must be defeated at all costs. Doubt robs our spirit, destroys our hope, and kills our future by blinding us to what God is doing in our lives. Like a spiritual infection, doubt can poison our entire walk with Christ.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that doubt must be confronted head on. We can't ignore it, we can't pretend it's not there. Doubt is a killer that will systematically destroy our faith. It’s why we have to face it and fight it with everything we have.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that being dominated by Christ brings power, joy, and love we could never find on our own. When we hand Jesus the key to every room of our lives, we finally start living for others, just like He did.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need the Holy Spirit more than ever in these last days. When we ask God to fill us and lead us, He answers, and the real us comes under His loving control.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of domination begins with refusing to let our flesh run the show. When our feelings, our eyes, or our pride start calling the shots, we have to surrender it all to God instead.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that resisting distraction takes a preoccupation with the things of God. When we seek His kingdom first and stay vigilant, even the good things in our lives won't crowd out our walk with the Lord.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we conquer distraction by building a daily devotional life with God. When we make time for Him before the world starts screaming at us, we find a calm and a strength that everyone around us will notice.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the first step is to identify what tugs at us. When we honestly name the worries and the urgent things pulling us away, we can start to see how often we're like Martha, troubled about many things.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that real success isn't wealth or achievement, but a life fully sold out to the kingdom of God. When we let the Lord put a handle on our back, He can pick us up and use everything we have for His glory.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that recognition and fame can be a dangerous gift if we forget where it comes from. We were lost sinners saved by grace, and there's only One who deserves the glory — and that's Jesus.
Today, in this special message Pastor Jack teaches that the same God who gave us life gave us liberty, and that the greatest freedom of all is a soul set free by Jesus Christ. It is a freedom so rich, and so complete, that it simply has to be shared.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that whatever we hold in our hands belongs to God, whether it's a dollar or a fortune. True distinction isn't gathering blessings for ourselves, but becoming a conduit God can use to reach others for Christ.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that disillusionment can turn into regret and regret left unchecked becomes bitterness that poisons everything. But forgiveness sets us free, not for the other person, but for us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that confusion can grow into doubt, and doubt makes us hesitate when God says go. But receiving His Word into our hearts builds a faith that overcomes the world.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that disillusionment deceives us by breeding confusion, and confusion always brings fear close behind. So, when we begin to doubt what we know is true, we need to run back to God's Word, because that's always our rescue.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that godliness is formed in us through redemption, and salvation through Christ. So, when challenges, weakness, or disease comes, the Lord’s grace is sufficient, and others will see the Gospel displayed in our lives.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that in a moment of suffering, our lives can change for the better. For the Christ follower, things that feel bad or look bad are just the very things that can turn things around for us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that everyone suffers in life, but for the believer, we suffer with a purpose. Even something painful like disease can be used by God to build our character, strengthen our faith, or to impact others through our testimony.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of disdain is to show compassion instead of hate. People who criticize our faith often don’t understand what they’re doing, and we need to care about them and pray for them.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we don’t handle rejection well on our own. We need God’s spirit to respond the right way. So, being mocked for our faith is actually a good sign. It means we’re doing it right, spiritually.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that our natural reaction is to fight back when we’re treated with disdain, but that can lead to further trouble. Instead, we’re to remain calm, think before we speak, and let God handle it.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that true contentment comes from trusting in God’s plan for our lives, and by being thankful right now and not waiting until things improve. When our focus is on the Lord, discontentment loses its power.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that contentment is something we learn. We don’t naturally become content, we practice it by reading God’s Word and applying it to our lives, and through choosing gratitude over complaining.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that discontentment doesn’t stay small. It grows into complaining, bitterness and sadly, a lack of gratitude. But, at its core, discontentment shows a lack of trust in God and knowing that He wants what's best for us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when God’s Word lives in our hearts, it’s a powerful way to live. When we allow ourselves to be taught by the Lord, and yield our lives to His will, we can live free of uncertainty and doubt.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the purpose of discernment is to know and follow God’s will in every situation. When God’s will is our priority, the goal is not just making decisions, but making decisions that God wants for our lives.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that discernment is the ability to tell the difference between truth and lies, right and wrong, or God’s way vs. other influences. It’s a discipline that takes a renewal of our minds, through prayer, scripture, and relying on the Holy Spirit to guide our decision making process.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that disappointment can reveal what is really in our hearts. A thankful heart prepares for disappointment, and uniting our will to God's will strengthens our faith and trust in Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we often place hope in the wrong things. Many disappointments happen when we rely too much on our good intentions, or other’s unreasonable expectations. So, we need to move our trust back to God, who never disappoints.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that disappointment is part of God’s process. God allows it because it teaches, corrects, even redirects us when we’re not going the right way, or doing the right thing.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that disabilities and limitations can push us to rely upon God. When we focus on how to respond to problems and not the problems themselves, our strength and support will come from the Lord, rather than ourselves.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a purpose in our disabilities. Even bad circumstances can lead to meaningful outcomes. So, instead of seeing our troubles as pointless suffering that nothing good will come out of it, God can use those times to help us grow spiritually.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that difficult experiences can create a resilience in us that we did not have before. We can’t control everything in life, but as Christ followers, the Lord can change how we see life, and how we handle our disabilities can affect others in our lives in a positive way.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that difficulties develop hope. Without it, we’re liable to stumble and fall. Hard moments can build within us a stronger faith, a humble attitude, and the courage to stand for the truth.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that difficulties are a part of the Christian life, and we should not run from them. Instead of avoiding hard situations, we need to trust in the Lord, and stay faithful, knowing that He is working through those challenges.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that difficulties are often a test of a real commitment towards the Lord. Anyone can follow God when life is easy. But, when it becomes difficult, that’s when it shows whether or not we are truly committed to His will.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus came for people who know they need help. Trials can deepen our appreciation towards the Lord, and difficult experiences often make us more grateful, more prayerful, and more aware of God’s presence in our lives.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that difficulties help us recognize our need for God. When life is easy, we often ignore Him. But, the hard times push us to seek Him and depend on Him more.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that determination means staying faithful. Staying committed to Christ, trusting in His plan, and continuing to obey Him no matter what, is the real discipline of determination.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that hard times are a part of the Christian life. We’ll face criticism, struggles, even disappointment. God can work through those hardships, and we can trust Him to see us through, especially when things seem hopeless.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as Christ followers, we need to be a determined people. Emotions can make us want to quit. We need to be serious Christians that are filled with enthusiasm, and consumed with the things of God.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we often have a hard time slowing down. There is joy and peace in the stillness. Calmness, in its time, is a good thing. But, whether we’re at work, or at rest, our goal is to live for Christ.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that even when it’s hard to see God in the situation, He is in it. When we get to know Him by getting into the details of who God is, we can trust that no matter what, He is always good.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that our God is a God of detail. When we consider creation, even ourselves, life is in the details. When we stop the rushing, and the chaos, it’s the details of life that make life worth living.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that despair can settle us in for life. In other words, it’s all about deciding to be with Jesus. In any circumstance, or in any dilemma, it’s safer to be with the Lord than with anyone else, in spite of our fears.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that despair can deepen our faith, make prayer more heartfelt and genuine, and it can remind us that God has not abandoned us, but is right there in our suffering.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that despair can teach us important spiritual lessons. When we cry out in desperation, we can experience His help and learn to trust Him more deeply.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that spiritual desolation will not only involve grief and fear, but it’s lonely as well. When we turn back to intimacy with God and return to prayer and the study of God’s Word, life will become pure, simple, and even beautiful again.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that our enemy Satan, even our own flesh, wants to convince us that when we feel isolated, we’re beyond hope and help. But, nothing could be further from the truth. The Lord is always there, even when we can’t feel His presence.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we are overwhelmed, the Lord is unchanging. We can be in the middle of long and lonely days of spiritual dryness, fighting off unhappiness, and yet, we can still hold onto God and His Word.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the seed of our desires are rooted in our soul. It’s why we need to take our desires to the Lord. We cannot manage desire without knowing God, and what He says in His Word.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that desire is part of being human. But, there are many types of desire. Some are Godly, and some are ugly. So, the discipline of desire is to take control of those desires and choose the ones that reflect God’s glory.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a myth about the 10 Commandments. That they don’t let us do anything and are set up to quench our desires. But, the 10 Commandments are designed by God to drive us to absolute freedom and liberty.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just as we love to depend on others, we need to remind ourselves to also be dependable. Doing the right thing may make us feel uncomfortable, but we need to keep a watchful eye on the things that can lead us back to our old selfish ways.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that dependability is proven through the difficult times. Our hearts need to be guarded through the pressures of life so we can praise and worship the Lord, fellowship with others, and meditate on His Word.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that who and what we are is often decided in our youth. Influences through the years have created certain disciplines. But for the Christian, our lives are being recreated where dependability begins in the heart.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that at the moment of conversion we are given a new heart spiritually. This results in a new attitude, and through Christ we are able to have and enjoy what others in the world strive to achieve.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we delight in the Lord, we think less of ourselves. This is a great and powerful thing. To see life as God's responsibility, we are free to be what He wants us to be.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that joy strengthens our faith and brings contentment to our hearts. When we recognize who really owns what we have, a real peace can sweep over us and bring rest to our minds.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God knows how it’s all going to turn out. And, when we wait for His results, and not try to make things happen, we’re actually letting God be God, and it’s amazing what he can do.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God has a plan for our lives. His delay is what separates us from the advice of the world, and even from those who are closest around us. The longer we have to wait for the Lord to act, the more clearly we see, and the more simple things become.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that to wait on the Lord is to pursue Him, and His Word, even when it feels like He delays His answer. It’s only by waiting and trusting that we overcome our anxieties, and the challenges of our day.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that deformity can be a strength to us, confident that God loves us, and His grace is sufficient. The flesh will often fail us, but we can still find joy in the deformities that keep us humble.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that people are spiritually impaired without Christ. We need to recognize our need for Him so we can hear His truth and respond to it with meaning and purpose.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to remind ourselves of certain facts. God is our refuge and strength. He is here with us in times of trouble, and we’re not to fear what this world can do to us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to eagerly wait on the Lord. It feels wrong to wait, but David tells us in Psalm 46 to be still and know that He is God. In His time, He will strengthen us as we exalt Him through life’s difficulties.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when it comes to our spiritual life, we need to be intentional. What’s inside of us, our desires, thoughts, or beliefs will affect our actions and how we live out our faith.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God, the Father, knows everything, including us. He knows our strengths and our weaknesses, and it’s why He reminds us in scripture that we are one with Him, and no one can take us out of His hands.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that dependence often shows up through prayer, reading the Bible, and by actively surrendering our plans and fears to God. Humility and dependence on God is not a weakness. He’s a strong tower to run to when life feels unstable.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the less we depend on ourselves, the more we depend on God. It takes discipline to live a life opposite to the world’s point of view. The world relies on its own strength, but for the Christian, it’s about living every day in reliance upon God.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the days of declining activity are to be met with days better spent, and our days of declining numbers are to be met with words that bring new life. Are you older? Then your wise words are needed, and what you would change if you had to do it all over again.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the days of declining responsibilities are to be met with increased delegation. Handing the baton over unlocks the next door to new ministries. The wisdom we’ve gained, and the legacy we leave behind really matters.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to remain effective and faithful to God in these days of declining strength, we are to face it with a greater vision. It’s a time to take stock of our lives when so much of our younger days are wasted on empty and meaningless endeavors.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that once a decision is made, we must be willing to obey His guidance. God knows what’s right, and He wants what’s best for us. There is a blessing in a disciplined decision.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that one discipline of decision making is to be willing to wait for God’s guidance. We can never make a mistake by waiting. It can bring joy and rest by being patient with the Lord
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that wise choices require discipline, a reliance on God, and the willingness to wait for His guidance. Our feelings, advice from others, or leaning on our own understanding will almost always lead us in the wrong direction.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the discipline of darkness isn’t a punishment, but a spiritual process depending on faith, rather than feelings. Temptation will come, especially in dark times, but when we endure, it can deepen our trust in God and helps us to grow spiritually.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be careful what we let into our lives. When we trust in the Lord, and read the Bible daily, it counteracts the darkness of thoughts and influences that our culture tries to put on us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we are all called out of spiritual darkness and into the light of Christ. Whatever God speaks to us in the light, we must not forget when the dark time comes.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be daring to love the Lord and be daring to obey Him. Our future is in His hands, and to be bold is to be daring about what’s coming next no matter what.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christians who are daring through the weaknesses in their life, are those who are strong, and know their God, and will do great things for His namesake.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to be daring, is to have a sufficient amount of courage to meet a challenge. Daring can mean the difference between living in defeat by not doing what God calls you to do, and a completed challenge that He calls, “well done”.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as Christ followers, it’s good to be encouraged when we are dealing with spiritual threats. But, there is a danger in needing constant approval from others. If we’re putting God first, fear dissipates, and our focus on the security of possessions vanishes.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as we get stronger in the Lord, and are advancing spiritually, we will face resistance. The enemy waits for opportunities to derail our faith, but the danger is not being ready for it.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the disciple of Christ loves the Lord and make Him their supreme pursuit in life. If our love for Him is first and passionate, it will enable us to love, care and provide for others, even if it costs, and even in the face of hardships.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the personal discipline of the disciple starts by remembering our sinful state, and our need for our Savior. Our sins, in the magnitude of the Lord’s sacrifice, creates within us a humble gratitude, and an unwavering loyalty.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as disciples, we’re devoted followers of Christ, denying ourselves, even our pursuits, by putting Him first in all that we do. And, as we’re united in our journey with the Lord, we’re committed to His Word, and faithful in prayer.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God will make things clear for us, but in the meantime, we simply need to focus on doing the right thing, right now, knowing that clarity will come from God, as we continue to trust in Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that living life the easy way is to make God real in our lives, and in the lives of our children. To talk about how great God is, how He leads us to His Bible, and how He encourages us to be involved in His service.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the people of Israel eventually begin to understand the high cost of wanting a king. But, quick fixes rarely end well, and choosing to follow only God would have been the answer.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Samuel’s sons chose not follow God, and it affected both the community, as well as the nation. Living life the hard way separates us from God, and when trouble comes, we want a quick remedy, compromising our future, and the future of our children.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that despite the cost, the Israelites insist on what they want. Like other nations, they want a king to lead them. God eventually grants their request, but it’s a sobering reminder for us to choose the easy way versus going against God’s plan for us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Samuel knew the vital importance of creating a life of memorable worship that reminds us of all the things that God has done in our lives. The sacrifice of praise might be costly, but it is powerful enough to overcome our greatest challenges.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as Israel cried out to Samuel in their terror over the enemy, we also need to be aware of our weaknesses. If we give fear and weakness over to the Lord, He will lead us forward, and be with us even in our most difficult of times.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just as God desired Israel to do great things, He wants the same for our lives. He longs for us to understand His ways, and take a proactive position against pride, discontentment, and selfish thinking.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that, like Israel, it’s only when we live our lives dependent on God will we have the victory. It’s about creating a life of worship towards God, and the desire for victory over heart break and sin.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that victorious Christian living tragically escapes many believers. They’re not told that trouble will come and that their faith will be challenged. The key is to learn from the mistakes Israel made by continuing to serve the Lord whole heartedly not just for a while, but through all our days we have on this earth.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that it’s only when we realize how powerful, and how holy God truly is, will we understand that God’s presence is not to be taken lightly. We must learn from what Samuel said to the people of God, and that is to respect what is sacred or serious consequences may come upon us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we do things that greatly displease the Lord, as did the Israelites during this time, both a warning and oftentimes a judgment will follow. But, this can make us realize the holiness of God, and the seriousness of staying in line with God’s will for our lives.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that what we do for a living can project who we are. Israel’s enemy worshiped a wooden statue. Sounds ridiculous today, but we can have gods in our lives, like influence, money, even beauty, or perhaps fame. The danger is not in what we do, but how it could take the place of God in our lives.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that it’s natural for us to trust in what we see. We can get lost in carved images, or material worship instead of giving God the glory that is due His name.
Today, Pastor Jack asks us, “How does the meaning of Ichabod apply to us today?” The sins of our fathers and past generations can be broken when Christ comes into our lives. Heaven is possible, and we can be set free from sin when our Savior is Jesus.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Ichabod is a name that brings to light the tragic moment when God’s presence departs from Israel. It was God’s judgement to awaken His people from their trust of outward rituals and symbols to a sincere devotion of God, Himself.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we put God first, spiritual victories will come, our carnal flesh will not defeat us, and we will have a positive impact for Christ. But, when we put our trust in ourselves, or in the external world, the opposite will happen. Like a slow backward slide, our embittered heart will have no spiritual future.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we remove God from our lives, there is no spiritual awareness, no thought of His presence, and no spiritual dependence on Him. Some think that without human strength, we’re weak. But, trusting in the power of God is what makes us strong.
Today, Pastor Jack reminds us that when we allow God’s glory to depart from us, there will be no spiritual worship, or influence about the things of God. Worship creates a tender heart towards spiritual things that our children need to witness, or they, too, will become complacent.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that true spiritual worship of God is not only scriptural, but also Christ exalting, renewing and truly humbling. When we consider the Heavens, how can we not want God’s glory to fill our hearts and minds?
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that when we have no appetite for the Bible, we end up investing in our own desires. Samuel experienced this firsthand while dealing with a corrupt priesthood. So, just as God led him to do, Samuel warned the people to come back to worshipping God or face the consequences.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that a true Christian wants to see God’s glory displayed in their lives. So, how do we keep from growing cold in our relationship with the Lord? One thing we are to do is to stay in God’s Word. The Bible has a way of keeping our spirits fed, and our faith strong.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when there is no appetite for the Bible, there will be no change in our lives. It’s only when we come to our senses, repent, and pray for a miracle that we can be free from the clutches of spiritual deception.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Samuel’s ministry grew more and more powerful with time, and the more Samuel did, the more he was blessed.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that God’s calling on our lives can be overwhelming and challenging. But, it will also be compelling, as we walk in faith and in harmony with scripture.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God can speak to us through dreams, but with all things, it must be examined before an open Bible. His call on our lives will come at the right time, but we need to listen and be still before Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God loves to talk to us, and if we have no message from God, we must get one. If we have no direction, we must find one, and if we feel no protection from Him, we must trust Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that in order to know the call of God for our lives, we need to be still before Him, ready to listen. It’s a personal thing. We can’t really serve God without knowing Him personally.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that even though Samuel was still a young boy, he was already in the temple ministering before the Lord. Samuel knew opportunities would arise, and he was ready with passion and enthusiasm for the things of God.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that while Eli and his sons are losing favor with God, Samuel is growing and thriving. Samuel chose not to benefit personally, but to put God first in worship, and in everything he set out to do.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Eli, the priest who served before Samuel, had two sons who were corrupt. Eli had failed to correct their evil ways, and his weak love for them ended in tragedy.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that true worship is like a covering, a spiritual protection against evil. And one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is to teach them how to worship God. We must not lose sight of the next generation, or those who are called to serve in God’s ministry.
Today, Pastor Jack explains that when spiritual leaders lose sight of God, the people they lead often follow, and worship begins to feel empty or even unwanted. This kind of ministry neglect misses the point: spiritual worship is our offense, our protection against corruption.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that one of the most powerful things a person can do is worship God. Our lives can change radically when we put our complete trust in Him. Worship isn’t just a private devotion; it pushes back against the schemes of our enemy. Spending quality time with the Lord becomes a spiritual defense.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the path to victory is the desire to see God in all His glory, and to praise Him for all He has done. Especially, when our prayers are answered in our most trying of times.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that true spiritual worship comes from a militant faith, where we’re not blind to the Lord’s return, or ignorant of the Holy Spirit, or of Satan and his schemes.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Hannah picked up the pieces of her life by turning to God in her anguish. God heard Hannah’s plea and granted her request. He gave her Samuel, who would live in the temple and serve the Lord for the rest of his life.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we often give up on prayer even though prayer is what invites God’s will into our lives. Self-reliance might feel natural, but it keeps us stuck and blinds us to what God can do through us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Hannah’s barrenness was allowed by God, yet she remained obedient and continued to worship Him through her sorrow.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Samuel’s mother, Hannah, endured many hardships and tears. Devotion to the Lord is not without sorrow, but when we obey God in the midst of pain, His grace is always enough.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that, like Samuel, we’re all called by God to stand in the gap: to serve, to pray, and to trust.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a sense of urgency about this parable. Heaven is real, but so is Hell. Jesus did all that was needed for us to enter Heaven, but the choice is ours. There are no second chances after death to choose to live for Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that at the end of our lives, the final question that determines where we will spend eternity, is did we live life only for ourselves, or did we live our lives for Christ? Once we die, it’s only our faith in Christ, and our repentance from our sins that can lead us towards the comforts of Heaven.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the common belief is that if a person is rich, they are highly favored by God, and the poor, who must have done something wrong to be poor, are despised. But, rich or poor, Jesus is saying that only God’s goodness leads us to repentance, and ultimately, eternal life.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there’s a blessing in ultimate obedience. God has given us the power to choose, and we may not choose wisely at first. But, when we repent and come back into God’s will, we are at peace with ourselves, and with the Lord.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that knowing God’s will isn’t the same as doing God’s will. So, we need to know which son we are. As the saying goes, action speaks louder than words.
Today, Pastor Jack continues teaching that end times doctrine is vital to our faith. We live in amazing times, and we can count on what Jesus spoke of in this parable. When we recognize the hour in which we live, we can trust that God will keep His promises and His Word.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that end times doctrine is vital to our faith. We live in amazing times, and we can count on what Jesus spoke of in this parable. When we recognize the hour in which we live, we can trust that God will keep His promises and His Word.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be careful of our own apathy in relation to Christ’s return. Our faith should become even stronger, knowing that His return for us is ever closer.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that everything Jesus said while He was on the earth was validated by His death. But, that was not all. In His resurrection, He became our advocate for eternal life in Heaven with Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just like summer is near when the fig tree is in bloom, there’s indicators of Jesus’ return. It’s why we’re to be ready for His arrival, not to simply watch, but by doing everything we can to share our faith with others.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches why this parable is so important, and why Jesus does not want us to miss its message. There’s a joy in being ready for His return. And, He’s holding us accountable to know the time is near.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that while Jesus was on the earth in human skin, He didn’t know when He was coming back, only God the Father knew. Jesus, of course, knows now, but we do not, and we need to be ready for His return.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that we need to take this parable with absolute seriousness. False miracles and signs will deceive many. But, with Jesus’ Second Coming, it will be a global event where everyone will see Him coming.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the sequence of prophetic events is as certain as the sequence of natural events. The Pharisees of Jesus’ time missed it, but as Christ followers, we wait for His return with eager anticipation.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that when we give ourselves totally to God, the evidence of our changed lives is clear. We have, among many things, a new thought life, an eternal perspective, a mindfulness to pray, and a joyfulness filled with hope and the desire to be ever closer to the Lord.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to keep our eyes on Heaven. All are welcome to receive the grace, love and forgiveness found in the Gospel of Christ, but not based on our own interpretation. Jesus is the only way to Heaven, and the only way to a life full of joy and peace right here on earth.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that careless or thoughtless living will lead us down the wrong path. The road to Hell is like a massive freeway filled with good intentions, but Jesus is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the Lord is near to those who hunger for righteousness. When we stay the course, we enter into Heaven by way of our faith in Christ, our trust in Him, and by turning away from sin, and living a holy life.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there are two gates, and two paths for us to go down. One is the narrow way for those who follow Christ, while broad is the way of destruction for those who chose to live by their own rules.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that riches are not foolish, nor are they evil. It is the human heart that takes the blessings of God and condemns the very things that God would like us to use for His glory.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a pattern of thinking and living in what this parable calls a fool. When there is no thought of God, or to assist others, we can fall into temptation; A snare that comes with terrible consequences.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that it seems right to consult our own thoughts, and we often push back on God’s plan. But, when we’re self-insured in our own security of riches, we fail to bless others with our abundance.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that building up our wealth while thinking that it’s never enough, is a sure sign that God is the last thing on our minds. To be rich is not foolish, but blessings can be a curse, when we refuse to use what we have for God’s glory.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we fail to think of design, we fail to include God in our plans for life. Whether we have plenty, or in lack, we can be taken up by materialism, not seeing that everything is a gift given by God.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we often forget how it all begins with God, and the blessing that comes when we’re generous with what we have. Wealth is not the issue, it’s what we do with it that makes all the difference to God.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the older son in this parable was angry that his younger brother was restored. He didn’t realize his behavior was just as rebellious, refusing to defend his father’s love and mercy towards his youngest.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that fathers, including God the father, can be extravagant towards their children. But, when the child rebels, the father’s love must confront their sin.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that in our youth, we think that life would be better on our own. But, when we come to our senses, the father who has held back his rescue, can now rejoice. God will use difficulty to correct us and lead us towards repentance.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as hard as this sounds, suffering can be a good thing. When we trust God with our prodigal children, no matter how old they are, we let the pain do its work, and the outcome could be promising.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when the prodigal decides to reject authority, many things can happen. The household becomes unstable, and the family unit can implode. The prodigal may have to bear hardship and suffering, but hope is on the other side.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we are all prodigal at certain times in our lives, but we can also turn it around, and be prodigal with love, like the Father has towards us.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that we cannot come to God with conditions. “I will follow you if you do this or that.” Apart from God, we set ourselves up as a god. It never works. When we come to Him with a humble and pure heart, He will never turn us away.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that real love, the kind of love that God has for us, is not a feeling, it’s a choice. It's an eternal love, regardless of emotions, fading physical beauty, or sickness. It’s not based on happiness, but to make us holy through service, and adoration.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is no place we can descend that our father God and His love for us cannot reach. When we come to the very end of our rope, God is still there to rescue and restore us with an unfathomable faithfulness.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, unlike the Pharisee, the tax collector exhibits precisely what Jesus spoke about. We’re to come to God, recognizing our sinful condition, humbling ourselves before Him, so He can show us His boundless love, and forgiveness through Christ.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the Pharisee and the tax collector both came to the temple to pray, but it was the tax collector who God listened to. The sinner’s desire for mercy captured God’s heart, and He answered his prayer.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that this parable is concerned about the heart of God within us. We are not told who the man was that was in such desperate need, meaning it doesn’t matter. We’re to care as God cares regardless of the situation or circumstance.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that this parable is concerned about the heart of God within us. We are not told who the man was that was in such desperate need, meaning it doesn’t matter. We’re to care for others as God cares regardless of the situation or circumstance.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when the lawyer of the law asks, who is our neighbor, Jesus illustrates that everyone is our neighbor. Loving one’s neighbor requires action, and a willingness to help, regardless of who they are, or what their status is in life.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches through this parable that everyone who is planted in their faith in Christ still needs to stop and examine themselves to see if they are producing life-giving fruit. God extends the opportunity for growth; we just need to respond to it.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that like the tree barren of fruit, our lives can be disappointing, misleading, and our witness will lack the truth of God’s Word. In Christianity, there is no place for stagnation, and God’s patience and mercy will only last for so long.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God has a purpose for our life and as Christians we’re to be growing and responding to His leading. Even when we’re hanging onto Christ, and His Word through a difficult trial, we are still advancing.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God has a purpose for our life and as Christians we’re to be growing and responding to His leading. Even when we’re hanging onto Christ, and His Word through a difficult trial, we are still advancing.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s love is everlasting. He is our Shepherd, and when we’re lost, it is the most pressing thing on His mind. He is our creator, and our security is in Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches in this parable, that Jesus’ desire is for us to have unity and joy through Him. The Good Shepherd’s desire is for us to be found by Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s grace and concern for His sheep shows His favor for us. His favor is immeasurable and limitless, and He knows us better than we know ourselves.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s concern for us is unquestionable. And, just as sheep are easily overwhelmed, and tend to collapse under pressure, we too need God to see us through.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that the existence of sheep defies explanation. They don’t do well on their own, especially when they wander away. Just as sheep are 100% dependent on the shepherd for survival, we are 100% dependent on God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just as a shepherd cares for his sheep individually, Jesus, The Good Shepherd sees us as lost sheep and His compassion over each and every one of us is personal.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that a Christian is salty by allowing the power of Jesus to always flow out of us. And, if we see ungodliness and wickedness, then we must do all we can to stop its poisoning effect.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that, as Christians, God calls us the salt of the earth, and if we stay pure, we will have great results. But, if we fall away, and allow the world to get into us, our compromise will leave us barren, and without effect.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that the preserving power of the Christian has great purpose. We can have an effect in any and every culture, physically, morally and most of all spiritually.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that anyone who doesn’t accept God’s invitation to be with Him in Heaven, will not be forced to do so. Heaven is a place of joy, life, and perfection, not a place of griping and whining because someone doesn’t want to be there.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that our God is generous beyond our imagination. He wants us with Him in Heaven. But, if we think we have eternal life through self-righteousness, like the religious leaders of Jesus’ day, we are mistaken. We must come to Him leaving our excuses behind.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s plan for marriage starts with the husband. He is to love his wife as Christ loves the church and gave Himself for it. In turn, the two will become one, submitting to one another as we submit to the Lord.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that American foreign policy is heading down a dangerous path of judgment. In this coming election and in every election, Christians must not vote their conscience, or their political party. They must and can only vote according to their Bible.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the people of Israel are the most persecuted, the most hated, and the most segregated people on earth, and yet, they are the most envied.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that other than God Himself, there is nothing that touches our lives more than the influence of politics. We cannot eat, sleep or drink without some form of government involvement.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that this nation, under God, was founded by Christians. Our government was meant to be by the people, and for the people, both in liberty and in unity.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that our Christian influence throughout history cannot be ignored. Our Biblical worldview speaks to our culture in various ways, and voting is one important way to voice our influence for good.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we are to be public Christians, not private believers. According to the Bible, we come from a long line of cultural crusaders, including the Apostle Paul, who used his political standing in Rome to appeal to Caesar.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Paul's final words in this first letter to the church at Corinth brings comfort and confidence to all of us. Authentic Christians encourage one another, are lovers of the church, and surround themselves with faithful friends.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as we follow Paul’s example, ministry produces faithfulness, and humility keeps us usable and open to the leading of God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Paul is yielding himself to the Lord through his care for the saints. He stresses the fact that the more the Lord blesses us, the more we are to give. The more we wisely invest in God’s kingdom the more He will entrust us with.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the grave and death are powerless against eternity. We make a big deal out of death, but through our Lord Jesus, we can hold steady knowing we have the victory over its power.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that as we are now, we cannot go to Heaven. We are not suited for it, nor would we survive in this skin. We all need a new suit, and this change is a change we can believe in.
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Today, we’ll learn that we are made up of body, soul, and spirit. So, just as our bodies are wrapped in earthly clothes when we die, our spirit bodies will be wrapped in heavenly clothes when we rise and live again eternally in Heaven.
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Today, we’ll learn that in Christianity, death is a necessary part of our process. Just as our bodies die so that we can live again eternally in Heaven, we need to die to ourselves while we are living on this earth.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that if there is no ethical value to living, then why care about relationships? The result of living without the fear of God, is the danger of becoming the evil we are exposed to. This is why our morals and the way we live our life matters to God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that if the resurrection of Christ isn’t true then why is the church still growing? Well, the Bible is clear when it says there is one God, and one mediator between us and God. It is through Jesus, His sacrifice on the cross, and His resurrection.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that we are complete through Jesus Christ, who willingly humbled Himself to the will of God so that we could have a qualified Savior.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christ’s resurrection is the proof for us personally that He is alive, the most wonderful and awesome reality that could ever be imagined.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when it comes to sharing the Gospel, God wants us to use our minds, our reason, and our logic. In our world, faith in Christ is becoming more scarce because very few people are paying attention to what the Bible says is true.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that denying Jesus rose from the dead, will not remove it from reality. It’s why we should always be prepared to give an answer to how Jesus is alive and why our faith rests in Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that when we die, what happens next goes beyond what we can imagine or think. For the Christ follower, it goes even beyond our experiences in this world, and into a reality where we’ll sit in Heavenly places with Jesus, and forever be with Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that pride is the single most effective way to keep us out of Heaven. Pride leads us away from God, and only His grace can bring us back to Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that there are issues in life, death, and eternity that we will all experience. But, when you trust in Jesus, death is only a shadow, and eternity in Heaven with Him will be your future.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that Heaven is where Jesus is, and where God’s best is. A place of perfection that will exhilarate us with the reality of it.
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Today we will learn that the Bible is clear on the question of our salvation, and who the Savior is. His name is Jesus, and He is in Heaven, all those who love Him will see Him face to face.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we die, as believers, His grace will be evident towards us, and His mercy will bring us to Heaven with Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that before God created the sun, moon and stars, there was already light. Jesus is the light of the world, and He promises that if we walk in the light as He is in the light, He will cleanse us from all of our sins.
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Today, we will learn that when we confess with our mouth and believe in our heart that Jesus rose from the grave, we will be saved. Eternity in Heaven is a reality for us, so we can live, and die in comfort and peace.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that now is the time for salvation. Not knowing and never discovering that Jesus was waiting for you to respond to His offer, is to die condemned when He wants you to die saved.
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Today, we will learn that when we believe the Good News that Jesus rose from the grave, and lives again, we will see the value of human life, and have a reason for living.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that without a risen savior, we have nothing. The literal resurrection of Jesus from the grave is what secures everything for us.
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Today, we will learn that that there is so much more to being a Christian than just attending church. Believers can experience so much joy when they find God’s purpose for their lives.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when the church is operating with humble obedience, and God’s holy wisdom, together we can finish the work that God has called us to do.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that an effective church will build up the people, while making sure everything is functioning properly so that all may learn and be encouraged.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God ordained priorities are to govern our way of life. To come to the end of our own desires and motives is to have the Lord waiting there in absolute power and peace.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that if we are the church, then we’re to be clear about our call, our mission, and our usefulness, and grow in our understanding about our spiritual gifts.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to ask the Lord to give us understanding. We can go to Him alone in prayer knowing that He will make clear all the things we need to know.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the Lord provides all that we need to be used for His purpose. God wants us to be clear about our mission, and to share with such clarity, that it brings life to all that are willing to listen.
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Today, we will learn that whenever we share the Word of God, it has the power to reach people of all walks of life. And, what are the results? A decision is always made, either to follow Christ, or to deny Him.
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Today, we will learn that in order to reach the world for Jesus, it will take unity and power that is not of this world. This is why Jesus came and taught about the kingdom of God, by the power of the Holy Spirit.
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In today’s message we will learn that true Christians will care deeply about building up the church, and will understand how much we need to prepare our hearts for what God wants us to do.
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Today, we will learn that the church is not a company, or a business, or simply a movement. It is literally a living, breathing organism that Jesus is in love with, and is deeply concerned about its effectiveness.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that body building within the church is to first strengthen our own personal faith, focus, and effectiveness, and to use our spiritual gifts to benefit others.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as born again believers, God is building us up from spiritually having nothing to having everything we need to press on in the faith.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a stabilizing effect to being used by God. To know our gifts and our ministry role in the church, as we grow and mature in the things of God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as Christians, God’s infinite love gives us the assurance that He is coming for us. It’s why we’ve put away childish things, and will press on till the day we see Him face to face.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that no matter what we do in ministry, the most important thing is that our Christianity exhibits God’s love.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s love will last forever. His heart is bound to ours, and even though He is self-sufficient, He wants us to love Him in return.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s love cannot fail. It’s not by chance or accident that He loves us, it is the very nature of God Himself.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the enduring love of God is our comfort. God endures things, like our questions, our worries, our weaknesses, and even our unbelief.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that God’s love is revealed in the person of Jesus. God loves us so much that He gave His Son to the world, not to condemn us, but to save us.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God does not rejoice in sinful acts, or take pleasure in evil or rebellion. And, as believers, we’re to hate the evil that can harm us, and well as others.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that finding God is finding Him who is altogether pure. He is more than able to cleanse us and sustain us.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that God knows everything about us and yet, He chooses to forgive and forget. It’s an amazing characteristic of God’s love, and nature.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God loves every one of us, but He hates sin. That is why He tells us to walk in wisdom, and to be careful about what we think or say.
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Today, Pastor Jack talks about how God’s love is an unchanging love. It cannot fail, or lose interest. It’s based on relationship, and so notices the smallest of details.
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Today, Pastor Jack shares that God comes to us not with conceit or contempt, but in humility. His love is not puffed up. He comes softly, and gently, and chooses to be near us whenever we need Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack talks about how God’s love does not envy. Love and envy cannot co-exist. With all that He does for us, His love only produces contentment.
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Today Pastor Jack teaches that love is in God’s very nature, and to know His love is beyond our understanding. We can possess all the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and even perform miracles. But, it equals nothing in the end without love.
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Today, Pastor Jack shares that it doesn’t matter how effective or well known a person is, without a personal experience with God, there is not much peace in their life.
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Today Pastor Jack talks about how God has a personality and He’s relational. We have been created by God to interact with Him, as Jesus did while He was on the earth.
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Today, Pastor Jack talks about how our longing hearts and our restless souls are living proof that we need God’s love and His saving grace. When we long for God above all else, we can enjoy His presence now, and for eternity.
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Today, Pastor Jack shares that there is a truth so deep and so beyond us that it will take eternity to really understand. It is the fact that our God is Himself love.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that each of us have a God ordained value. Every Christ follower has a purpose and is appointed by God to do the right job.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that for anything to exist and be meaningful in life, there must first be a concept, purpose and design, and the same is true with God’s Church.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Heaven is our ultimate home, and whoever calls on the Lord Jesus Christ will be going there.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that a church is relevant when it is recognized by its unity. One spirit, in Christ, and faithful to God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that if you are a Christ follower, yet are not sure what your gifts are, you should ask the Lord to show you what the Holy Spirit has prepared for you.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we are not to chase the signs and wonders of the Holy Spirit and miss the teaching of the Gospel. A relevant church is made up of believers who share their gifts and will honor God by advancing His salvation message.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God gave us spiritual gifts to make the church relevant. We have all that we need to live a life for God, and to share our faith with others, even in the darkest of times.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that strife and quarreling in the church disrupts Spiritual maturity and growth. When there is division, many will lose sight of their spiritual gifts, and grow weary in their work for the Lord.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just because a church is called a “church,” doesn’t make it a church. A relevant church will have clear evidence that Jesus Christ is preached and that the Holy Spirit is at work among the people.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that what makes the church relevant today is that the believer recognizes there is a new cause. The church is to head in the direction of unity, ministry, and maturity, and to reject the false by exalting the truth.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the church has all that it needs to be relevant today. Being relevant isn’t being like the world. It’s showing the world what it really needs.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to apply God’s Word personally. It is essential for us to search our hearts and know that Jesus is real, and remember our Lord's forgiveness.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we break away from our own troubles and concerns, we become more satisfied. By relying on Christ our fears actually begin to dissipate.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the communion table is one of unity. As believers we have made the choice to be satisfied in Christ and we have embraced His new covenant of salvation.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as Christ followers we need to remember our freedom from divisions. We are to come together as a community regardless of our status, finances, or nationality.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that man’s fallen nature has abused God’s perfect order. The wife is under the authority of her husband but as an equal partner to be honored, exalted, and treated with understanding.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that no matter what our culture throws at us, as Christians our example to follow is Jesus. He lovingly and willingly submits to the authority of God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus submitted Himself to God, and willfully came to earth as a human being to die in our place. We, too, should submit our authority, and dethrone ourselves as an act of loving submission to Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christian’s today, as well in Paul’s time, are in God’s eyes considered to be new creations in Christ Jesus. This is why Paul deals with the question of headship, submission, and love, and what our roles are under God’s authority.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that as Christians, we are to be Godly examples for the unbeliever. By being faithful for Christ, we will be faith filled examples for others.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as true believers, we are united through our worship and devotion to Christ, as each one of us are mindful of one another's well-being.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as Christians we may live in the world, but we are not of the world. We are not to conform to the culture of our day but are to follow Christ alone and be obedient to His will.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that we are to run towards God and away from temptation. Giving into temptation brings us to a point of isolation, guilt and shame, but God has promised to walk us through life’s hardships and pain.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that to run towards God with our hearts fully engaged, is to keep our hearts in the journey, and guarding ourselves against compromise.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that running with our eyes wide open is deciding not to waste our lives. We should run with our hearts fully engaged, and not lose interest in our journey towards eternity.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to be a follower of Christ is to have our eyes wide open, running from this world, and its influence. As believers in Jesus, we should excel in the pursuit of God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to run towards God is deciding not to waste our lives. We must decide every day to follow Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that many Christians fail to make their journey with Christ personal. We must choose to lay our life out before God and trust Him with everything.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that in the Christian life, our faith will be contagious, all of us running together towards the prize of eternity. Faith is having complete confidence in God, knowing that He who begins a good work within us, will also complete it.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that even though Christians have unlimited freedom, Paul stresses that it’s a controlled liberty. A self-imposed servanthood of discipline, bringing our spirit and our bodies into subjection as an example for others.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Jesus sets us free, but with this freedom, we have a responsibility to love those who are spiritually weak. We are to never do anything that may hold back a young believer’s spiritual growth and development.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God’s love influences us by setting us free from religious efforts. There is no value or influence in man-made traditions unless we place a value on it.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that knowledge can puff us up, but love edifies. God loves us, and the Holy Spirit is inside of us helping us with what to do and what not to do.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that if you’re single, it’s a good thing. An unmarried believer cares only about pleasing the Lord. But, whether married or single, we are to be wise in all that we do.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we are to use the short time we have for eternal purposes. These are troubling times, but when we stay in the Word, and have an attitude of prayer, it keeps us wise and usable for God.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that whatever our situation, whether married or unmarried, we are to live our lives for Jesus. We are of great value to Him, and trusting Him is the most wonderful thing we can do in life.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that marriage is under attack today, more than any other time. Challenge after challenge can eventually lead to divorce if we don’t consider marriage as the ultimate calling for the family.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that marriage, as designed by God, is for life. A foundation for ministry and God’s ultimate calling for a family.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that marriage is a big deal. Why? It’s a spiritual union designed by God. And, if a marriage breaks apart, so goes the family, and so goes the world we live in.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that our hearts need to remain pliable and soft. Unresolved hurts, unconfessed sins, and the building up of bitterness leads to an unwillingness to stay together.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that many people are determined to redefine the institution of marriage to fit the trends they are currently caught up in, but it doesn’t work.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that sex in marriage helps to bring personal stability, and security. Most marriages bring opposites together, but it helps make a home full of love, appreciation, and commitment.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that marriage is the #1 ministry of every husband and wife, while marital sex creates satisfaction, and a mutual opportunity to serve each other's needs.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as humans, we are creatures that love, and crave love, and sex in the bonds of marriage brings the comfort of physical peace.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that others will know we are telling the truth about our faith in Jesus simply by our actions. Is there enough evidence in the way we live our lives that will find us guilty of being a Christ follower?
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that our physical appetites can draw us into its web. But, for the true believer, our love for Jesus, and His love for us will cause us to walk away from those things, having total control, and in total freedom.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that if we are honest, we all have physical wants and desires. Our physical side affects our spiritual side, and if we do whatever feels good, we are headed for trouble.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that a true Christian is one who is different from the way they were. A total transformation has occurred. We are a new person in Christ Jesus, and can never go back to who we once were.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that it’s time to stop wandering off the path of truth and virtue. Let the love of God do what we cannot do for ourselves, change us from the inside out.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the way we were before we were saved, left us empty and our lives meaningless. Why? We were all born lost and living without Christ.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be mindful as Christians, we have a new life, a new purpose, and we are to never treat a fellow Christian unjustly. We can be right in our cause, but wrong in our actions.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as a church family we are to resolve our own disputes. There is a wrong way to do the right thing, and our goal is to treat our church family as Jesus says to treat them.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that living out the Word of God is to not be of this world, but obedient to God’s Word. To love the sinner, but hate their sin, knowing that there is a satanic power that is working against them.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that living out the Word of God is to get radical in our faith. To look into the eyes of those who do not know Jesus, love them, and minister to them in their lost condition.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that sin affects everyone around us. It can spread like wildfire, and its danger is real. It’s why we need to revive the fear of God in our lives.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that in Part 1 of this message, we recognized the dangers of sexual sin. In Part 2, we learned that if we are outside the will of God, we need to repent. Here now in Part 3, we will learn about the ultimate judgment of sexual sin.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that our God wants the struggle of sexual sin to not have a hold on us. His desire is to radically restore us back to purity.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God wants us to honor Him with not just our spirit, but with our bodies as well. Sexual sin carries with it a great burden, and why God established the sanctity of a marriage relationship.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that each of us should learn to control our own bodies in a way that is holy and honorable. God did not call the Christ follower to be impure, but to live a life that is pleasing to Him.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we have to recognize the dangers of sexual sin. Satan knows the power of a God-ordained intimate relationship and does everything he can to entice us into a sinful lifestyle.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christianity is a problem for many because it’s not about being wealthy, religious, or privileged, it’s about God’s love for us and our need for salvation.
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Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that many of us don’t realize just how weak we are. We live in the fear that God is out to crush us. But, Christianity is not the problem, it’s the solution.
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