Pastor John's Life Change Moments

In this episode, Pastor John explains that the greatest freedom is not merely political, national, or personal freedom, as important as those blessings are. True freedom is found only in Jesus Christ. Drawing from passages such as John 8:36, Romans 8:1, Galatians 5:1, and Romans 10:9–10, this message explores seven aspects of true freedom: freedom in Christ, freedom from the penalty of sin, freedo...

Why does the name of Jesus Christ divide people so deeply? Pastor John Haggard explains why Jesus confronts sin, demands allegiance, and offers salvation. Why does the simple mention of the name Jesus Christ stir such strong reactions? In this episode, learn why no name divides people like the name of Jesus. When Jesus walked the earth, He divided crowds, families, religious leaders, political pow...

What happens when someone denies Jesus Christ? In this message, Pastor John Haggard at Treasure Top Ministries explains why rejecting Christ is not a small spiritual decision, but a matter of eternal consequence. Reciting Matthew 10:32–33, 2 Timothy 2:12, 1 John 2:22–23, John 3:18, Romans 10:9, Romans 6:23, and Matthew 25:46, this episode shows the biblical difference between confessing Jesus as L...

What does Jesus really mean when He says we must lose our life to find it? In this message, Pastor John at Treasure Top unpacks three things every follower of Christ must die TO so they can truly die FOR the one thing that matters — Jesus Christ Himself. This is the radical call of Christian discipleship: a complete reordering of allegiance that leads from self-destruction to abundant, eternal lif...

Jesus Christ prays for all true believers. In this message, Pastor John Haggard explains the powerful truth of John 17 and Hebrews 7:25: Jesus always lives to make intercession for those who belong to Him. This episode explores the saving work of God through the Holy Spirit, including conviction, illumination, regeneration, and sanctification. You will hear why no one can come to Christ unless the...

This message explains why Easter is the most significant event in history by presenting three biblical reasons: the resurrection of Jesus Christ guarantees the future resurrection and eternal life of believers, confirms the saving work accomplished at the cross, and completes the process of atonement through Christ's righteousness being credited to those who trust in Him. The message also explains...

Jesus Still Prays for Believers: John 17, Christ's Intercession, and the Model of Prayer In this biblical message from John 17, discover how Jesus Christ's High Priestly Prayer reveals that He still prays for every true believer. Learn how Jesus prayed for His own glory, for His disciples' protection and sanctification, for future believers' unity, and for the believer's ultimate perfection in His...

In this Life Change Moment, Pastor John Haggard from TreasureTop.com addresses the pain of betrayal and what the Bible teaches about responding to it. Scripture shows that while people may fail us, Christ never will. We are called to cast our anxiety on God, trust His righteous judgment, and remember that betrayal cannot cancel God's purpose for our lives. Through the examples of David, Joseph, an...

Are You Ready for What Happens When You Die? Death is not something most of us want to think about, yet Scripture makes it clear—eternity is written on every heart. Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes 3:11 that God has set eternity in the human heart, while James reminds us that life is a vapor that quickly vanishes (James 4:14). None of us are promised tomorrow. Whether through sudden accidents, illnes...

In light of recent events in Iran, we explore the crucial question: What is God's Providence in War and the Defense of a Nation—and what is our role as believers? Drawing from Psalm 33:10–12 and other key Scriptures, this episode lays out four Biblical truths: God Rules Over Nations and Wars – Daniel 2:21 and Proverbs 21:1 remind us that God raises up and removes leaders according to His purpose....

What if Easter didn't happen? What if Jesus never died, never rose again, and wasn't alive today? Then your faith would be meaningless, the Bible a lie, and death would truly be the end. But… He did rise, and that changes everything . In this powerful episode, you'll discover why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just history—it's your eternity. We'll examine astonishing biblical accounts of...

Have you ever wondered if Jesus Christ prays for you and what Jesus does not pray for? In this episode, Pastor John Haggard teaches on the High Priestly Prayer found in John 17, revealing the profound truths of Jesus' intercession for believers.  Discover how Jesus prays for His followers, the joy and security He desires for them, and the protection He offers from the world's temptations. Learn ab...

**Are Angels Real or Imaginary? Unveiling the Divine Messengers** Join us in this captivating episode as we delve deep into one of humanity's most enduring questions: **Are angels real or just figments of our imagination?** We begin by exploring the true definition of an angel—as a messenger—and uncover the profound biblical evidence supporting their existence. With the word "angel" mentioned over...

Nothing upsets more people than the Doctrine of Election and the Doctrine of Predestination . On today's podcast, we will take a deep dive into these doctrines.   Election looks back in time and refers to God's choosing certain people that He deemed to be His children before the formation of the world, "just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blamel...

In this episode, we explore HOW TO LIVE WHEN WE HAVE REGRETS . Music often reflects our emotions, and regret is a common theme in many classic songs like Frank Sinatra's "My Way," Taylor Swift's "Back to December," and Adele's "Hello." But what does regret really mean? Regret is a feeling of sadness, repentance, or disappointment over something that has happened or been done. The Bible addresses r...

Today's Topics Learn more about the two eternities of Heaven and Hell.  Learn the one thing everyone CAN agree on. Learn about transformed bodies in Heaven. Learn more about what Hell is like for unbelievers. Learn if God cares either way if someone goes to Hell. Learn how someone can escape hell. Learn if someone can save himself or herself. 2 Questions Many Ask Am I Truly Saved? Discover the ans...

Exploring One of the Most Unpopular Truths In this episode, we tackle one of the most controversial and challenging questions: "Is Hell real?" Join us as we delve into the significance of this question and why it matters to everyone, regardless of their beliefs. Why Should We Be Concerned? It's a common question: If God is so good, why would He send anyone to Hell? This episode explores this dilem...

Why should we be concerned either way if Hell is real or not? The topic of hell is dead serious and must be settled for everyone because the knowledge of hell has eternal consequences. One Thing Everyone Agrees On Regardless of political party or religion affiliation, no one escapes dying. Whether someone believes in a real hell or not, we are all still going to die. The thing that we DON'T know,...

Is Hell Real and Does It Really Matter One Way or the Other?   Learn about the major pathway to Hell in today's podcast message.   According to the Pew Research Center, belief in Hell remains significant among U.S. adults. Approximately 61% of Americans say they believe in hell. Belief in Hell is more prevalent among certain religious groups. For example, 82% of evangelical Protestants and members...

Happy Father's Day Week! In my last message, I spoke on step 1 to Fatherly Influence, recognizing the single authority from which we must all draw in order to gain wisdom and discernment. That authority is found in the inerrant word of God, the Holy Bible.  And we learned where to specifically start in the Bible for  understanding how to become a father that honors God THE Father. We learned that...

Happy Father's Day Fatherly Influence … what it is and why it matters. On today's podcast, learn about recent perceptions of fatherhood and how those perceptions have impacted the current generation, the statistics that speak to the importance of the father, and the characteristics of what comprises a real father.  I know that for some of you, the word "Father" brings about very negative connotati...

Three Distinct Spirits There are three spirits that the Bible talks about: the Holy Spirit (also known as the Spirit of God), the Human Spirit, and Demonic Spirits. The Holy Spirit that GIVES people the POWER to be able to become transformed into the likeness of Christ. Demonic Spirits are the fallen angels that went along with Satan's revolt against God (Isaiah 14:12-15) and have at least 8 chara...

Are Demonic Spirits Real, and Should I Be Afraid of Them?   Three Distinct Spirits   The Bible speaks of three distinct spirits: the Spirit of God (also known as the Holy Spirit), the human spirit, and demonic spirits.   Some do not believe the Bible and what it says about spirits. The Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 2:14-16 wrote, "But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God;...

What Is The Holy Spirit, And Should You Be Afraid Of It?   The Holy Spirit is part of the trinity, which means it is part of three persons in one: the Father (God), the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. Every believer possesses the Holy Spirit in them.    "Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own?"...

What You Need to Know About Women in the Bible - Honored, Not Diminished Discover what the Bible actually teaches about the role of women — and how Scripture's view differs sharply from what society promotes today. The Authority that Determines the Role of Women The foundation of all truth is the Holy Spirit-inspired word of God which says, "For the word of God is living and active and sharper tha...