Joy Christian Fellowship of East Tennessee

When life falls apart, who do you blame? In 1 Kings 17 a desperate widow obeys Elijah, sees God provide daily bread… then her son dies. She turns on the man of God. Elijah cries out to the Lord, and God brings the boy back to life. Through the waters, the fire, and the heartbreak—God is still with us. Look to Him. You won’t be overwhelmed.

God isn’t content with us staying spiritual infants on milk. He calls us to grow up, train our discernment through constant practice, and pursue solid spiritual food that produces moral excellence, godliness, and genuine love.

n a world that never slows down, the pressure to do more can crowd out the very thing that sustains us. This episode explores why prayer isn’t a luxury we squeeze in when we finally have time—it’s the priority we can’t afford to neglect. Drawing from Acts 6:1-7, we see the early church facing real needs and real complaints. The apostles refused to abandon “prayer and the ministry of the word” to w...

Discover how Jesus calls us to shine His light in a dark world—through our good deeds, the glorious Good News, and lives transformed by following Him. Live as people of light!

Jesus opens the Beatitudes with this foundational promise: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.” Every other blessing—comfort, inheritance, satisfaction, mercy, and even joy in persecution—flows from that humble dependence on God. The Kingdom belongs to those who come empty-handed before Him.

An episode rooted in Proverbs 3 and 2 Peter 1, calling us to trust the Lord with all our heart, keep His commands deep within, and never forget the truth we’ve been taught—so it prolongs life, brings peace, and remains with us long after.

(Jeremiah 29) God placed His people in exile on purpose. He told them: settle in, build, grow, and pray for the city’s peace—because when it prospers, you prosper. Ignore the lies. Trust His good plans for your future. Seek Him with all your heart… and you will find Him.

In John 15:5-12, Jesus declares, “I am the Vine; you are the branches.” Those who remain in Him produce much fruit—apart from Him we can do nothing. Remaining means letting His words abide in us, staying in His love through obedience, and loving one another the same way He has loved us. The result? Overflowing joy and lives that bring glory to the Father. Remain in Me. Remain in My words. Remain i...

Jesus is the True Vine, and we are the branches. In this episode, Pastor Bob explores John 15, showing how staying connected to Christ produces fruit and why we can do nothing apart from Him. Let God’s Word prune and correct you for greater growth! "For apart from Me you can do nothing!" – John 15:5

Got Wisdom? In a confusing world, where do you turn for wisdom? This podcast explores James 1:5 — God gives generously to all without finding fault to those who ask in faith and refuse to be double-minded. Discover the priceless value of God’s wisdom and how to live it out — pure, peace-loving, and full of mercy. Got Wisdom? Ask. Believe. Receive.

Where does real, lasting joy come from? Jesus says it overflows when we abide in His love and obey His commands. John 15:10-11 – “I have told you these things so that you will be filled with My joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! ” Shout for joy with us as we explore this powerful fruit of the Spirit!

In a world where love grows cold, we’re called to be rooted and grounded in God’s marvelous love so Christ can make His home in our hearts and we can stand firm to the end (Ephesians 3:16-17).

Our Father's Day message as Pastor Bob challenges fathers not to exasperate their children but to train them in the Lord, warning from Eli’s failure to discipline his sons. Men are called to become 7:40 Men — heads of families, choice men, brave warriors, and outstanding leaders.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of 1 Corinthians.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of Romans.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of Psalms.

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Pastor Bob shares from the book of Luke.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of 1 Peter.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of Luke.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of Jeremiah.

Pastor Bob shares from the books of Proverbs and 1 Corinthians.

Pastor Bob shares from the book of Isaiah.

Pastor Bob shares from the books of Acts and 2 Thessalonians.

Pastor Bob shares from the books of Romans and Proverbs.