The Verdict with Pastor John Munro Podcast

Throughout history, God’s chosen people, the Jews, have been challenged, oppressed, and hated—not just by other people, but by Satan himself. And on this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro unveils the harsh reality of this spiritual battle between God’s people and the forces of darkness, as it unfolds in the book of Esther.

Many times our minds are occupied with trivial things. But today John is issuing a challenge to help set our minds on Scripture through memorization and meditation. How do we do this, and why?

Today, we’re continuing our brand-new study in the book of Esther and gaining some key insights on how God can use us, even—and especially—in the midst of a godless community. We’re examining the unique example of Esther, and what her story can teach us about God’s faithfulness on this episode of The Verdict.

In the book of Esther, we see how the perfect will of God can be fulfilled even in the most secular circumstances. And on today’s episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro teaches more about the Persian beauty pageant that led to the deliverance of a nation.

The biblical account of Esther is a fascinating tale of power, beauty, and the invisible hand of God. And on this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro continues a brand-new study on this incredible tale to see how God’s sovereign plan for His people played out through the real-world dramas of a king and his queen.

Have you ever gone through a season where God seemed silent, as though His protection, provision, and guidance had suddenly disappeared? Well, today on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro begins a new study in the book of Esther, revealing how the invisible hand of God is always at work.

On that first Easter Sunday our Lord Jesus Christ bodily rose from the dead. He is victorious over death, and those who trust in Him as Savior and Lord receive eternal life. But what about our lives today? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explores the personal implications that come with this new life in Christ.

In our fallen state, all of us are naturally rebellious. Selfishness, self-indulgence, and self-autonomy are central--we want to make our own rules. But humility and submission are to be central in the lives of followers of Christ.

You may have heard the saying, “Where there’s life, there’s hope”, but followers of Jesus Christ can say, “Where there’s death, there’s hope.” Because our Lord Jesus has conquered death, our hope extends beyond the grave. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro reflects on this magnificent truth as we celebrate our risen Savior.

In His last moments on the cross, Jesus cried out “It is finished.” On special Good Friday edition of The Verdict, we remember the suffering of our Savior and understand the completion of His perfect work of salvation.

On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro continues our Easter preparation by helping us gain a better understanding of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Why does this event which happened over 2000 years ago hold such significance for our lives today?

The Christian faith does not merely claim that Jesus Christ lived 2,000 years ago—we believe that Jesus is alive today. Though He was crucified on a cross and buried in a tomb, Jesus rose from the dead and is alive forevermore! And this changes everything. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro discusses what the resurrection of Christ means for our lives today.

Over 2,000 years ago, a man named Jesus was crucified on a Roman cross, buried in a tomb, and three days later, He rose from the grave. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explores why this event remains the central and most significant event in human history.

The concept of mentoring is familiar and quite popular. But it may be helpful to remember that real mentoring (or discipleship in the biblical sense) involves commitment, intentional effort, and practical action on the part of those involved.

At the very heart of the Christian faith, we believe that our Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins on the cross, was buried, and rose from the grave on the third day according to the Scriptures. For the next few episodes of The Verdict, we’re pausing our series in Esther to prepare our hearts for Easter. Today, Pastor John Munro helps us examine the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

When we live for ourselves, we’re forced to rely upon our own strengths and our own plans—which are never perfect. But when we seek first the glory of God, we’re given the guidance and assurance of His perfect will. Today on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro concludes our study on the Next Steps in Following Christ by learning how to know God’s will.

Sometimes life can feel scattered, unpredictable, and even scary. But with Jesus Christ, our journeys are never random. The God of the universe has a plan for your life! And on this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explores what the Bible teaches us about God’s perfect plan, and what we can do today to move closer to His will.

As Christians, we’re called to go out into the world and win souls for Christ. But for many of us, this command feels more like a suggestion or a duty that someone else is meant to fulfill. Today on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro helps reshape our thinking with a lesson on the joy, privilege, and responsibility of telling others about Jesus.

Over the past several episodes of the The Verdict, we’ve been learning how to take the Next Steps in Following Jesus. And today, we’re considering one of the greatest Next Steps in our journey of faith—one that Jesus Himself has commanded us to take.

What’s most important when communicating with your teenagers? How can you minimize tension and create the opportunity to deepen your relationship and offer spiritual guidance? John interviews Cameron Engle, Calvary’s Pastor of High School Ministry.

Money plays a major role in our lives, but how we handle our wealth isn’t just a financial matter—it’s a spiritual one. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro offers us a biblical perspective on money, teaching us how to take the Next Steps in Following Jesus with our finances.

Money can be a sensitive subject, but did you know that how you handle money can reveal much about your relationship with God?  On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro is taking a biblical look at our money, and looking at our values, priorities, and loves as we continue our study of Next Steps in Following Jesus.

Prayer is a tremendous privilege that followers of Christ enjoy as children of God. So why does it sometimes seem like a chore? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro turns to the teaching of Jesus on how to pray, and why we pray, so we can grow in our faith.

Prayer is an essential part of following Christ, and critical to our spiritual growth. But many followers of Christ seem to struggle with prayer. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro is taking a closer look at the privilege and power of prayer as part of our relationship with our loving Heavenly Father.

No matter how smart, how passionate, or how gifted you are, it’s impossible for you to live a righteous life in your own strength. On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro explores what it means to live each day in the Spirit, drawing on the supernatural power that’s available to you as you follow Jesus Christ.