Kingdom Now with Dr. John Carmichael

God does not reject the weak. He cares for the weak. He expects the strong to care for the weak. However, He fully intends to give strength to His people. He receives us as we are, yet loves too much to keep us there. God loves the weak and the strong; He promises to provide strength to His people and wants us to access it.

Since Jesus won the battle, why do we still have warfare? In this episode, Pastor John Carmichael answers this question. Jesus took Satan's authority away. However, Satan still has tremendous ability. We are standing against the ability of Satan, using delegated authority Christ has given the church. This podcast is now only listener-supported, with no commercials. Consider making a small mont...

You have an enemy. His name is Satan. He wants to stop you from becoming all that God wants you to become. God wants us to bind Satan so that we can become all that God wants us to become. Composite story: Mark 3:13-30; Matthew 10:1-4 and 12:22-29 Particular attention to the first step in overcoming and becoming unstoppable: Mark 3:27 and Matthew 12:29. We are going to take back what the enemy has...

What is This Fasting About? [Mat 6:16-18 NASB] In churches, there seems to be a feast and famine situation when it comes to the subject of fasting. This has resulted in ignorance or imbalance. It is important for us to look at what the Bible tells us about fasting. Fasting is about food not activities. The Greek word for fasting is νηστεύητε which is a compound word. The first part is “not”. The s...

What is involved in fighting for the things that God has specifically spoken to us? Here are three things involved in the fight for the things God has spoken to us. We need to go to war over the things that God has spoken to us. Paul commands Timothy to go to war. This informs us that war for the things of God is expected. In most cases, there are no easy victories. [2Ki 13:18-19 NASB95] We must b...

What are some guidelines that will help us as we learn to hear from God?   Here are three guidelines that will help us as we learn to hear from God.  What did God say? Revelation. Never add to NOR take away from what you heard. [Rev 22:18-19 NASB95]  Blood pressure story? Apple story?  Compare it to scripture. [2Co 13:1 NASB95]  Not knowing the Word of God will cause you t...

1Sa 3:1-10 NASB95] Here are seven conditions and attitudes of hearing from God. God speaks to us when we are at peace. V. 2&3 – Both Eli and Samuel were lying down. [1Ki 19:11-13 NASB95] Being too busy and preoccupied can hinder us from hearing from God. God wants us connected with healthy Godly church-based relationships. V. 3 – the lamp of God. According to Revelation, these represent the ch...

There are levels. Many levels of revelation. Saw Jesus Heard Voice Seemed Good - [Act 15:28 NASB95] Decerning - [Act 14:9 NASB95] Peace is the minimum. [Col 3:15 NASB95] Let - make a decision to allow it to make your decision. Rule - umpire or arbiter; to govern IMO: The level of importance usually determines the level of clarity . Train your spirit Feed on Word – [2Ti 3:16-17 NASB95] The more fam...

God is always speaking. Why would our Father tell fathers to do something He is unwilling to do? To some Christians, receiving divine direction is outside their level of relationship with God. They simply want to make their own decisions and are not really sure that God will speak to them or that they could hear Him if He did. In your spirit Spirit, soul, body - [1Th 5:23 NASB95]  Spirit is a...

Christians and Tithing.  In this special edition of Kingdom Now, John Carmichael takes up the topic of tithing. He gives his thoughts from Matthew 23:23 in response to Creflo Dollar's recent statements on tithing. He also provides commentary on two opposing articles on tithing.  Links to the articles mentioned in this episode: 7 Reasons Christians Are Not Required to Tithe by THOMAS SCHR...

ACTS PT7—If It Is Of God, It Will Not Be Overthrown [Act 5:38-39 NASB95] 38 "So in the present case, I say to you, stay away from these men and let them alone, for if this plan or action is of men, it will be overthrown; 39 but if it is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them; or else you may even be found fighting against God." · I call this book: Acts of the Holy Spirit in the world throu...

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Acts PT6—In Defense of Miracles Acts 4 · These leaders had long allowed their fire to go out, being quenched by the swirling winds of political ambition and secularism. Dr. Trevor Grizzle. · Peter and John were now on trial with the miracle by those who do not believe for miracles nor are used by God for miracles. These types will always attack those who do believe for miracles and are used by God...

ACTS PT5—From Mountaintop To Mainstreet Acts 3 The church had just had a “mountaintop” experience in Acts 2. Now it's time for it to go to Mainstreet. Ministry is done in the streets.  Mountaintop experiences are good and necessary. These experiences are intended to empower us to minister in the “streets.” God told Moses to get off the mountain and go to the people. (Ex. 32:7) What can we lea...

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Acts Pt4—From Organic To Organized Acts 2:37-47 [Act 2:42 NASB95] 42 They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. The church was built upon more than mystical experiences. What helped the church go from that experience to an established church? There are four aspects of the church that helped them go from the outpour...

Acts pt3—The Outpouring Acts 2:1-36 Today is Pentecost Sunday. This is part 3 of the Acts series. Acts 2 speaks about the empowerment of the church. It might be considered the first revival. Saints were empowered. Sinners were convicted. God was glorified. God wants to experience this kind of revival today! What can we learn from the Acts 2 outpouring that will prepare us for today’s outpouring.&n...

Acts Pt2—The Ascension of Jesus and Us [Act 1:9-11 NASB95] 9 And after He had said these things, He was lifted up while they were looking on, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. 10 And as they were gazing intently into the sky while He was going, behold, two men in white clothing stood beside them. 11 They also said, "Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into the sky? This Jesus, who...

Acts—Part 1—The Kingdom of God and the Spirit of God [Act 1:6-8 NASB95] 6 So when they had come together, they were asking Him, saying, "Lord, is it at this time You are restoring the kingdom to Israel?" 7 He said to them, "It is not for you to know times or epochs which the Father has fixed by His own authority; 8 but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be...

Genesis 32:22-31  Sermon Series: Wrestle Sermon: Alone With God How does being alone with God help us in our wrestling with Him? There are four aspects of being alone with God.  I. Separation Relationships and Possessions V. 24 left alone Jacob could not have had this life-changing experience surrounded by all the things God had given him. God blesses us and we forget Him. We must die (s...

Does the devil affect our lives regularly? The majority of Western people believe that the devil and demons exist yet act as though they are not present daily. God has faced opposition from spirit agents as God seeks to establish God's Will on earth as it is in heaven. Satan's existence is why nature fails to reflect the loving and kind character of God consistently. ~ Gregory Boyd (All Creation G...

[1Ch 4:9-10 NASB95] 9 Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother named him Jabez saying, "Because I bore [him] with pain." 10 Now Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, "Oh that You would bless me indeed and enlarge my border, and that Your hand might be with me, and that You would keep [me] from harm that [it] may not pain me!" And God granted him what he requested. • Pain hur...

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What should you do when your faith is challenged? You should look into the following areas when your faith is challenged. I. How is my relationship with God? Matthew 6:31-33 AMP The most important aspect in faith, is our relationship with God. Seek the Giver before you seek the gift. Do you have a results based relationship? Do you lose confidence in God, angry or any angst = results based relatio...