Living the Evident Life with Eric Jones: Recent Episodes
Eric Jones
Eric Jones of Evident Life Church discussing biblical truth, Christian living, and cultural issues of our day. Doctrinally sound, straightforward, and unafraid.
Pastor Eric Jones begins a 3-week journey through the unique Gospel of John that brings us face-to-face with Jesus and helps us find our identity in Him. Sermon Title: "Who Is Jesus?"1. JESUS IS ETERNAL2. JESUS IS FULLY HUMAN & FULLY DIVINE3. JESUS IS SAVIOR: The Way, The Truth, The LifeSermon Notes: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/v...
This overview of 2 Peter reminds us that the Christian life is not stagnant. It’s not a “One-and-Done” transaction. If we aren’t moving forward in our faith, then we're falling backwards. Living for Jesus is always forward momentum. But we must beware of bad theology (aka, theological vomit). Bad theology will trip up our forward momentum in Christ. And we keep our forward momentum by focusing on the return of Jesus. Sermon Notes: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/v...Pastor Eric Jones
Peter doesn’t tell Christians how to escape persecution; rather, how to endure it.Sermon Notes: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/v...Pastor Eric Jones
As you read the Gospel of Mark, look for the Kingdom of God and catch a vision for how God wants you to live in His ways and how He wants you to minister His kingdom to others. We will see and experience God-stuff when we follow Jesus, when we get close to Him, when we seek Him. The Gospel of Mark depicts an urgency to sharing Jesus with others. It’s time for more immediacy within the church? The key to living a kingdom of God lifestyle is servanthood. We must be like Jesus who was the servant of all. Pastor EricGospel of MarkSermon Notes: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/v...
From slave to brother. In this world, people use people for their own gain. In God’s kingdom we become useful to God and to others. Christians must do hard things. Jesus crushes evil from the inside/out.Pastor ERIC JONESOverview of the Book of Philemon
The power-packed book of Titus reminds us (1) EVERYTHING RISES & FALLS ON LEADERSHIP, (2) WE AE CALLED TO BE BILLBOARDS FOR JESUS, (3) EMBRACE FULL GRACE CHRISTIANITY, and (4) WE ARE SAVED TO DO GOOD.
"A Christian that looks like the world makes Jesus appear weak & unnecessary." - Pastor Eric Jones
An overview of 2 Timothy. 1. DON’T BE ASHAMED OF JESUS: A life lived for Jesus is a life lived sharing Jesus with others: unashamed! 2. LEADERSHIP IS IMPORTANT: Leaders are willing to handle uncomfortable situations and confront issues for the health of the church. 3. WEAK LEADERSHIP IS DANGEROUS: But from Pentecost on, the church has stepped away from that safety zone, and being indwelled with the Holy Spirit, believers have moved in the power of the Holy Spirit. 4. KIS – KEEP IT SCRIPTURE: The church isn’t charged with giving people tips and tricks for a good life (not a self-help, life-coach); rather, the church is charged with teaching Scripture .
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Pastor ERIC JONES
This overview of 1 Timothy reveals that (1) Christ atonement is not limited but is for all, (2) the complementary role of men and women affords women much opportunity for ministry in the church, (3) God's standard for church leadership is high, and (4) Christianity os not socialism.
The Apostle Paul addresses the topics of hell and the return of Jesus in this 2nd letter to the believers in Thessalonica. While the return of Christ is imminent, Paul indicates that it isn't at any moment. 2 Thessalonians
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Colossians challenges us to reestablish the Supremacy of Christ in your life, to rediscover the closeness of God, and to enjoy the fullness of the freedom you have in Christ.
Colossians reminds us that syncretism, adding stuff to the Gospel, is foolishness and a recipe for disaster.
Pastor Eric Jones Colossians
Are you struggling to find and maintain joy? The Book of Philippians reminds us that we can find joy in all things because we find joy in Jesus. Are you living your life for yourself or for Jesus? If you lack joy, then chances are you are living for yourself.
Philippians 4:4
Enjoy reading Ephesians this week: may it drive you to embrace the CHANGE, embrace the CHURCH, embrace LOVE… and choose CONVICTION over CONVENIENCE.
Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. - Ephesians 5:11
"The opposite of exposing something is pretending it doesn’t exist." “Stop living by convenience and start living by conviction.”
Ephesians Part 2: Chapters 4, 5, and 6. Pastor Eric Jones
Have you experienced God’s purpose in your life? Have you experienced the powerful redeeming work of Jesus in your life? God's purpose for us is unity with Him and the power to do this is found in Christ.
Pastor Eric also discusses the concept of predestination. Christians have been predestined, but for what? Ephesians lays it out.
The Bible helps us discover that being Full of The Spirit (Greek: plérés) is a result of (1) repentance which brings fruit and (2) pursuit which releases power. It's making a statement about someone’s character. They have the character or you could say that they resemble the Holy Spirit.
"FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT." It seems like people use this term to describe many different things - from being synonymous with being baptized in the Holy Spirit, to being empowered by the Holy Spirit, or simply feeling the presence of the Holy Spirit with you. So, which is it? All the above or something more specific?
In Galatians, Paul reveals that there’s something worth arguing and fighting for within the church: THE GOSPEL!In Galatians, Paul defends the Gospel against those who are seeking to add to it, change it, pervert it, redefine it… DILUTE IT! And God’s covenant is for all people who through faith would come to Him.https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=MRgbDN3FwWPastor Eric Jones
The letter of 2 Corinthians is a reminder that we are weak, but God is strong. It's a reminder to trust in His power and not our own. - The cross reveals God’s way: self-giving, self-sacrificing, and suffering. - Our generosity is tangible evidence that we’ve truly embraced the Gospel.- Our warfare is spiritual. And we win because God always wins.
A line-by-line walk through 1 Corinthians chapter 14 beings clarity that orderly worship is never about excluding spiritual gifts; rather, it’s about making room for them. The gifts of the Holy Spirit do not need to be controversial because the Bible speaks clearly on this topic. Each spiritual gift is important but they each have their purpose and place. Pastor Eric Jones1 Corinthians 14Sermon Notes; https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=EnoUzeQhTr
A review of the letter of 1 Corinthians “How do we keep the church IN the world, while keeping the world OUT of the church.” We need to address the problems in the world and in the church. Woke ignores the problems while love addresses the problems. - Pastor Eric Jones
- THE GOSPEL CHANGES HOW WE THINK2. THE GOSPEL CHANGES HOW WE LOVE3. THE GOSPEL CHANGES HOW WE TREAT ONE ANOTHER4. PAUL’S METHOD OF EVANGELISMRomans 12:2Romans 12-15Mission 27
This overview of Romans is part 1 of 3 and will help us discover and understand the "WHY" behind this important New Testament letter. The Theme of Romans is found in Romans 1:16-17 and reveals that the gospel really is for everyone - for all who believe. In Romans, we discover that we’re all in the same boat. We’re all separated from God because of sin, and we’re all reconciled to God the same way, through faith in Jesus.Key Words found in Romans: Gospel / Everyone / Believe / FaithPastor Eric Jones
God has given us the Book of Acts so that we can know how to be the church. Three primary messages to the church are (1) The Kingdom of God, (2) the Name of Jesus, and (3) the power of the Holy Spirit. But don't romanticize the church and expect opposition. In the end, God wants His Church to grow!
Discover how The Book of Acts is a clear and practical picture of what it looks like to be the church and to be part of the church. Acts helps Christians know who we are and how should we be living. Sermon notes: http://bible.com/events/49043362
The Gospel of Luke provides a unique and deep perspective on the life, teaching, miracles, and ministry of Jesus. Luke is a human gospel, a heavenly gospel, and a happy gospel. Experience the power of the parable and a gospel concerned with the supernatural.
A look at the often controversial Book of James that brings the DOING into faith. After all, DOING is not a bad thing and DOING is not the antithesis of faith; rather, DOING is the evidence of faith! THEME #1: GROWING UP VERSUS GROWING OLDTHEME #2: BEHAVIOR THAT MATCHES BELIEFTHEME #3: WISDOM IS PRACTICALSermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49031643 Series Sermons and Notes: https://evidentlife.org/mission27
God warns us because He loves us. Spiritual backsliding is dangerous, but you can still turn it around. However, according to Hebrews, there is a point at which one has gone too far and the results become catastrophic: no turning back. Let's take a look at what this means and why we can have an assurance of salvation.1. THE WARNING AGAINST DRIFTING – Hebrews 2:1-42. THE WARNING AGAINST DEPARTING – Hebrews 3:12-153. THE WARNING AGAINST DEPRECIATION – Hebrews 5:11-6:64. THE WARNING AGAINST DESPISING – Hebrews 10:26-395. THE WARNING AGAINST DEFYING – Hebrews 12:14-29
- THE KEY TO THE BOOK OF HEBREWS IS “THE WHY” 2. THE PLEA: “DON’T GO BACK “3. THE ARGUMENT: “JESUS IS BETTER” Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49023962
Pastor Eric launches us into MISSION 27, our survey of the New Testament, with Matthew's Gospel to the Jews. Matthew highlights Jesus as the fulfillment of the Old Testament Messianic prophecies. Matthew links the Old Testament and the New Testament together masterfully. May this message give you the context, the keys, and the encouragement to unlock the Gospel of Matthew and gain greater perspective into God and His Word.
A New Years message from ISAIAH 54 that speaks to God's desire for His church and His people to be expanding, enlarging, and stretching: expanding His kingdom, His Gospel, and our spiritual depth.
The birth of Jesus came at "the fullness of time." The fullness of time means that at exactly the right moment, at the most precise time and place, God’s purpose and plan is revealed & realized. God's timing is perfect and providential. God is omniscience and God is still showing up in kairos moments. Galatians 4:4Luke 2Genesis 3:15God's OmnisciencePastor Eric Jones
The Birth of Jesus was not simply a natural or normal birth; rather, it was SUPERNATURAL. God was born fully human and fully divine. Pastor Eric JonesLuke 1:26-38
This message from Galatians 6 reminds us that God doesn’t freak out when we fall; rather, He seeks to restore us. And God calls us to restore each other gently when we fall. We have been given the ministry of reconciliation. Another picture of how God's way is not our way and not the religious way either.
Special testimony of restoration from Shawn Donaldson.
Galatians 6:1-10
We have a choice to live for God or for ourselves. We can choose to live by the flesh or by the Spirit. And the outcomes couldn't be any different. Galatians 5:16-26
Join Evident Life Church on the Lawn this beautiful November morning as we take church out of the 4 walls and into the heart of our community.
- BE CAREFUL WHO YOU FOLLOW
- DON’T GO ALONG TO GET ALONG (No WOKE Christianity)
- NO ONE IS FREE TO SIN (understanding grace) The freedom that Christ brings doesn’t lead us into legalism and Christian Liberty doesn’t lead us into license; rather, the freedom that we have in Jesus leads us to LOVE!
Pastor Eric Jones Galatians 5:7-15
Freedom is the cry of the human heart. Well, the only path to freedom runs directly through the cross of Christ Jesus! As Christians, we must exercise our freedom.
Galatians 5:1-7
Our culture is falling apart. Where are the men? Where are the strong men? Where are the godly men? Pastor Eric Jones talks about the importance of fatherhood in the making of strong men.
Looking at Halloween from a Christian and Biblical perspective. Is Halloween just innocent fun or is it something more? Historically, “The main purpose of Halloween is to appease demons.” What would Jesus do with all of this?
1 Corinthians 10:21
We have choice between the Old Covenant and the New Covenant: Rules versus Relationship, Flesh versus The Spirit, Works versus Faith, The Law versus The Promise. It's either what CHRIST has done or what YOU can do. CHOOSE WISELY - Choose faith over works.
Galatians 4:21-31
Jesus set us free. But falling for legalism will enslave us once again. Legalism produces hard hearts & makes mean Christians as they replace their love for God and their love for others with a love for rules. Let' remember that the greatest commandment is not to follow all the rules. The greatest commandment is to love… love God and love others.
Galatians 4:8-20 Pastor Eric Jones
In a world that defines us by our differences, Pastor Eric Jones brings a powerful message about unity and our identity in Christ. We are One Faith One People; Son and Not Servants; Heirs with an Eternal Inheritance.
Enjoy one of our Better Together (bi-lingual) services. Galatians 3:26-4:1
Truth Matters and Nothing Is Off Limits! Pastor Eric Jones of Evident Life Church discusses the importance of our vote, party platforms, and what the Bible has to say about it. Nothing Is Off Limits!
Issues covered: Abortion, Gender Orientation & Sexual Identity, Critical Race Theory, Educational Choice, and Marriage.
Christians choose stupid when they start thinking that they have anything of value to add to what Jesus has done. After all… How can we improve upon that which is already perfect? How can we finish that which is already finished? Do we truly believe it’s the finished work of Christ?
Pastor Eric Jones brings a message from Galatians 3:1-14
Yes, the world is falling apart. Evil has been advancing. So, what should we do? Well, we can shout at the devil. We can criticize the culture. We can point our fingers at Hollywood and the mainstream media. We can blame the politicians. But I think the better question is… “Where is the church?”
Pastor Eric Jones John Stott quote
The Apostle Paul demonstrates that Christianity is both confrontational and emotional when he calls Peter out for compromising the Gospel. It’s always the something that we add to the Gospel that causes the controversy and confrontation. Galatians 2:11-21 Pastor Eric Jones
God is glorified when children of wrath and enemies of the cross become followers of Jesus and proclaim Jesus to those around them. If the Gospel can save a sinner like Paul, then it can save you and me! The Gospel of Jesus is truly THE ANYONE GOSPEL! So, go and share it with everyone!
Pastor Eric Jones Galatians 1:11 through Galatians 2:10
Some people are actually trying to justify President Biden’s unilateral declaration of forgiveness of student loans by drawing an analogy (comparing it) to the debt Jesus paid on the cross for the forgiveness of mankind’s sin. All I can say about this comparison is heresy - wrong.
Pastor Eric Jones Colossians 1:20 Ephesians 1:7 Romans 5:18
Let’s remember, this world has a sin issue. God gave mankind the ability to do many things, but the one thing mankind could not (and cannot) do is atone for our sins. The simple (true biblical) Gospel is that JESUS is the atoning sacrifice for our sins. (1 John 2:2). So-called gospels that distract from or add to this central message are different gospels.
Pastor Eric covers several different gospels of our day such as the prosperity gospel, personal/self-help gospel, the political gospel, and the social justice/woke gospel, and more...
Pastor Eric Jones Galatians 1:6-10
Are you a follower? You should be. As you follow Jesus, let Him mold and make you into a leader that can authentically say to those around you, “Follow me as I follow Jesus.” This world needs more leaders like this.
Matthew 4:19 1 Corinthians 11:1 Pastor Eric Jones
The Bible speaks to everything that pertains to life and godliness, including what we eat and why we eat. Pastor Eric shares from Scripture and His experience tackling the desire to overeat.
Sermon about food. Sermon about health. Pastor Eric Jones Daniel 1:8 Daniel 1:15-18
The ministry of Jesus is messy. It's dangerous, it's disruptive... it's messy. Pastor Eric Jones challenges the church to be OK with messy. Jesus encountered messy and if we are about the ministry of Jesus, then so will we. If you spend your time avoiding the mess, then you will miss the ministry of Jesus. Matthew 8:28-34
In this hate-filled and divided world, God’s heart is to not just love those who are easy to love, but to love everyone – including our enemies – including the haters. Who are the haters? How do we love them? Matthew 5:43-48
Jesus promised that, "In this world, you will have trouble." Everything around us is shaking. And this is a really good time to ask yourself: "What is my foundation?”
Matthew 7:24-27
This world struggles with understanding love, especially a father’s love. Pastor Eric helps us reconnect with the Heavenly Father’s love: a father’s love provides, a father’s love forgives, and a father’s love restores. THE ULTIMATE DISPLAY OF THE FATHER’S LOVE IS FOUND IN THE GIVING OF HIS SON, JESUS, AS A RANSOM FOR OUR SINS.
The Baptism In the Holy Spirit is Biblical. The Book of Acts lays out the separate and distinct Baptism in the Holy Spirit as a common practice for the New Testament Church. And Jesus Himself tells us how to receive this Baptism in the Spirit - ASK.
It’s a mistake to ignore Satan and it’s also a mistake to focus on Satan. I want to encourage us to stop talking to the Devil when we pray. Stop talking to the Devil when we minister to others. Stop shouting at the Devil when things are going bad and when we need things to change. Instead, let’s cry out to God.
What does KEEPING IN STEP with the Holy Spirit look like? What’s the evidence that we are in-step with the Holy Spirit? Does walking in the Spirit automatically happen OR do we need to be intentional – take action?
Pastor Eric Jones, Evident Life Church
From the beginning of the New Testament Church and up to today, there has been great mystery surrounding the Holy Spirit. Who is He? What’s His role? Where is He? And why is He here? Primary Text: John 14:16-17
- YOU ARE MADE FOR PLEASURE: When we find God, we find pleasure and we are satisfied.
- THE DANGERS OF FAKE PLEASURE: the world offers fake pleasure that bring pain and even death.
- YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW: you get what you go after. Seek God and you will find pleasure. Seek pleasure and you will miss God.
Let’ call it what it is… in sending your kids to anti-God education institutions, you’ve chosen to train your children to be Romans, to be secularists, to mock God, to love pleasure, and to embrace a twisted worldview, and a godless worldview. - Pastor Eric Jones
A Christian who is DISCOVERING Jesus, and DEVELOPING in Christ, will naturally and willingly DEPLOY. Yet, many Christians remain small, their world remains small, their territory and their impact remains small because they won’t deploy. Pastor Eric Jones wraps up the JESUS IS_____ series. Here's a link to the assessment: https://www.evidentlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/CHRISTIAN-LIFE-ASSESSMENT.pdf
The Resurrection Sunday Message brings a critical reminder and frames the importance of Jesus being our Savior, our Lord, and our King. Pastor Eric Jones draws our focus to Ephesians 1:20-23. When Jesus is King everything changes. We become His active ambassadors, sharing His gospel.
So, who is in charge? Who is calling the shots in your life? Is Jesus Lord or are you still hanging onto that title and that role? We must let go and submit to His Lordship if we are to truly follow Him and live in His purpose and plan.
Did you know that every one of us needs to be saved. That means we all need a savior. Who will save us? How will He save us? What happens when we are saved? Pastor Eric Jones of Evident Life Church brings this important message as he unpacks the Gospel of Jesus and the importance of our response.
What does Romans 13:1-7 actually say and what doesn't it say about the relationship between government and Christians.
What should believers do when their government is doing evil? What should the church do when their government is hurting people instead of helping people? Pastor Eric looks Biblically to answer these important questions. 1 Timothy 2:1-4 Romans 13:4.
Pastor Eric Jones encourages us that it's never too late to pivot to God's purpose for our lives. He offers several biblical examples and also uses President Zelenskyy of Ukraine as an example as well. But this purpose is often revealed and perfected when we endure the pressure that accompanies purpose. James 1:2-4.
Jesus told us no one will know the day or hour of His return, not Even Jesus Himself. So, stop focusing on predicting. Stop listening to those who are simply throwing out theories in order to get followers. However, Jesus did tell us to be ready and live every day of our lives as though He is coming back - TODAY! Pastor Eric Jones continues our end times study of Matthew 24.
What does Jesus clearly say about His return and the rapture? Pastor Eric jones continues our line-by-line study of Matthew 24.
It is important who we listen to. Pastor Eric Jones reminds us to listen to what God is saying and not base our future on what man is saying, especially the broken mainstream media, fake news, and secular governments. We need to listen to and believe the report of the Lord.
Pastor Eric continues the expository teaching from Matthew 24 as we unpack what Jesus has to say about The End Times. Today we encounter the Abomination that Causes Desolation. Matthew 24:15
In Matthew 24:4-14, Jesus identifies 4 general signs that will precede His return and the end of the age. What are they? Have they happened? Pastor Eric encourages us to keep our end times focus on Jesus.
What does Jesus say about the End Times? Pastor Eric Jones begins a series about the End Times and a study of Matthew 24.
Has your life been changed by the zeal of the Lord? The zeal OF the Lord should have us responding with zeal FOR the Lord. ISAIAH 9:7 & ROMANS 12:11
Tomorrow is National Sanctity of Human Life Day. What should we be doing about the evil of abortion in our land? Pastor Eric Jones points us to Scripture - Psalm 82.
Pastor Eric Jones points out that our boys are under attack in our overly-feminized culture and school system. It's time to push back and make sure we are raising our boys to be men.
Your focus will determine your future. What are you focused on? Numbers Chapter 13 helps us understand the importance of focus for the people of God.
As we are responding to God's word calling us into a season of unearthing things of value in our lives (gifting, anointing, calling), we must do so with God's grace. Pastor Eric leads us to God's word where we are reminded that God's grace is His power that both saves us and gives us all we need for life and godliness right now.
Is there a cost associated with following Christ, being his disciple, and stepping into new things with Him? Pastor Eric Jones opens up Scripture and encourages into a courageous life in Christ this year.
God said that this next year is launching us into a season of MINING: a season of unearthing things of great value in this congregation. Pastor Eric leads us through Scripture as we embrace this call. Proverbs 25:2, 2 Corinthians 4:6-7, Romans 12:4-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, Ephesians 4:11-13
How will you respond on "The Day After" Christmas? In this final sermon of 2021, Pastor Eric encourages us to follow the lead of the Magi (Wise Men) who, after Christmas, pursued Jesus, worshipped Jesus, and gave to Jesus.