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This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.forwardchurchpodcast.com To support Forward Church f...

This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.forwardchurchpodcast.com To support Forward Church f...

This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.forwardchurchpodcast.com To support Forward Church f...

This sermon is preached by Pastor Bogdan Kipko, Senior and Founding Pastor of Forward Church. We hope you are encouraged by the message from God’s Word, and we are thrilled to help you find hope in Jesus. For more information about Forward Church, please visit: www.forward.fm To listen to all audio messages from Forward Church, please visit: www.forwardchurchpodcast.com To support Forward Church f...

In a world filled with conspiracy theories, conflicting opinions, endless information, and uncertainty, is there anything we can truly trust? In this message from John 19:31–42 (ESV), Pastor Bogdan Kipko explores why the gospel of Jesus Christ is not wishful thinking, but a certainty worth building your life on. Through the eyewitness testimony of the Apostle John, the fulfillment of ancient proph...

In John 19:16–30, we arrive at the climax of the Gospel of John and the most important moment in human history. Jesus carries His own cross, is crucified outside the city, cares for His mother while hanging in agony, drinks the sour wine of humanity's curse, and finally declares: "It is finished." But what exactly was finished? In this message, Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks verse-by-ver...

In this powerful message from John 19:7–16, Pastor Dmitry walks through the climactic trial of Jesus and contrasts two competing kingdoms: the way of Caesar and the way of Christ. As Pilate wrestles with fear, power, and control, we’re confronted with a timeless question: Who is really your King? Through the themes of The Son of God , Authority from Above , and The Day of Preparation , this sermon...

In this message, “Behold the Man,” Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks through John 18:38–19:6 (ESV) and explores one of the most sobering realities in Scripture: you can stand face-to-face with truth and still walk away unchanged. Pilate recognized Jesus’ innocence, publicly declared Him guiltless, and examined Him personally—yet he still resisted surrender. Why? Because knowing the truth and obeying the t...

In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks through 2 Timothy 1:3–7 and explores how godly generations are formed through intentional discipleship, faithful presence, and courageous faith. Looking at the example of Timothy’s mother, Eunice, and grandmother, Lois, this sermon shows that the faith that lasts is not built accidentally, but cultivated over years of prayer, consistency, aut...

In this message from John 18:28–38 (ESV), Pastor Bogdan Kipko explores what happens when truth stands right in front of us—and we still miss it. Pilate comes face-to-face with Jesus, hears the truth clearly, recognizes His innocence, and yet still rejects Him. This sermon reveals a sobering reality: you don’t reject Jesus all at once—you pawn Him off, play Him down, or postpone Him. Through powerf...

What happens when your faith fails under pressure? And what does Jesus do when you fall apart? In this powerful message from John 18:12–27 titled “The Two Fires,” Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks verse-by-verse through Peter’s denial of Jesus and reveals a sobering truth: we don’t deny Jesus all at once—we drift from Him step by step. From following at a distance, to warming by the wrong fire, to ultimat...

What does John 18:1–11 reveal about Jesus when everything looks out of control? In this powerful sermon, we see that Jesus is not a victim—but fully sovereign over His suffering. In How To Survive Suffering, Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks verse-by-verse through John 18:1–11 and uncovers a stunning truth: even in the moment of His arrest, Jesus is completely in control. From the garden of Gethsemane to...

What does Jesus actually want for His church? In John 17:20–26, we hear Jesus pray—and what He asks for might challenge everything we expect about faith, unity, and purpose. In this message, The Church Jesus Dreamed Of , Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks through Jesus’ final prayer and reveals a powerful truth: true unity doesn’t come from shared preferences, but from a shared relationship with God. This...

In this powerful Easter message titled “From Doubt To Devotion,” Pastor Bogdan Kipko walks us through John 20:24-29, focusing on the familiar yet often misunderstood story of Thomas. While many label him “Doubting Thomas,” the sermon reveals a more nuanced picture: a courageous and honest disciple whose journey began not with doubt, but with distance from the gathered disciples. Pastor Bogdan trac...

In this powerful Good Friday message, Pastor Bogdan Kipko unpacks Romans 3:9–26, where the Apostle Paul delivers a devastating courtroom indictment against the entire human race. Both Jews and Gentiles stand equally “under sin,” with no one righteous, no one seeking God, and every mouth silenced by the law. Paul exposes sin not merely as bad actions, but as a deep, enslaving condition of rebellion...

In this powerful sermon on John 17:6–19, we step into one of the most intimate moments in Scripture—Jesus praying for His disciples just before the cross. This message explores what it truly means to be chosen by God, to live differently in a world that doesn’t understand you, and to embrace the mission Jesus has given you. Through vivid illustrations and biblical truth, this sermon unpacks three...

In the quiet moments of life, when everything else fades, what if the deepest joy isn't in escaping hardship—but in truly knowing God? Jesus prays in John 17:1-5 , revealing that eternal life isn't a distant destination... it's an intimate relationship with the Father and the Son, starting right now. In this powerful message titled "What Is Eternal Life," Pastor Bogdan Kip...

In a world full of crushing pressure and inevitable hardship, Jesus promises unshakable peace that doesn't depend on circumstances. Dive into this powerful sermon on John 16:25–33, where Pastor Bogdan Kipko unpacks Jesus' farewell words to His disciples: "In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world." This message reminds us that true peace...

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in the painful middle of a story, wondering when the breakthrough will come? What if the deepest sorrow you're walking through right now is actually the labor pain leading to unbreakable joy? In this powerful message from John 16:16–24, Pastor Bogdan Kipko unpacks Jesus' words to His confused disciples just hours before the cross. Jesus promised...

One More Thought is a supplemental teaching podcast from Pastor Bogdan Kipko of Forward Church in Irvine, created to share the biblical insights, theological depth, and pastoral reflections that don’t always fit into a Sunday sermon. In this inaugural episode, Pastor Bogdan unpacks Psalm 90 , written by Moses, and centers on the timeless prayer: “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a hea...

Have you ever wondered what makes wise people truly wise? In Matthew 2, we discover it's not just about seeking truth—it's about surrendering to it. Pastor Bogdan unveils how the Magi's journey to Jesus reveals a profound truth for our spiritual lives today. Through their extravagant gifts and humble worship, these ancient kingmakers show us that authentic wisdom culminates in surre...

Have you ever felt overlooked, like a nobody from nowhere? In Luke's account, God chooses Mary—an unknown girl from Nazareth (the ancient equivalent of Sheboygan)—for history's greatest miracle. Pastor Bogdan reveals how God's favor isn't earned through strength but received through surrender. Through Mary's honest question, "How can this be?" we discover that Ch...

Have you ever wondered what happens when a baby threatens a king? In Matthew 2, Pastor Bogdan reveals how Herod's murderous response to Jesus' birth mirrors our own resistance to surrendering control. Through vivid historical details and modern parallels, this message exposes how we all harbor an inner Herod—that part of us clutching the throne of our hearts. But there's hope: just...

Have you ever wondered how God works through life's unexpected turns? Pastor Bogdan unveils the profound story of Joseph, Christmas's unsung hero—a young carpenter whose dreams were shattered when he discovered Mary's pregnancy. Through Joseph's quiet strength and unwavering obedience, we witness how God transforms crisis into divine purpose. This powerful message reveals that...

Have you ever felt lost, searching for direction in a world full of competing paths? Pastor Bogdan illuminates Jesus's profound declaration "I am the way, the truth, and the life" as more than mere guidance—it's an invitation to relationship. Through vivid illustrations of hospitality and navigation, he reveals how Jesus doesn't just show us the way; He is the way. Drawing...