Walking in Truth

Have you ever sensed a connection with your Biblical ancestors, the characters we read about in the Bible? As Pastor Johnny teaches today, you'll learn how both the blessings and missteps of those figures are manifest out of both the grace of God and the natural consequences of sin. The same is with you.

Have you ever looked back at a really bad time in your life with gratitude? Sounds strange at first, right? As Pastor Johnny teaches today, you'll learn that the places where we may have been the most scared, nervous, or unsure are oftentimes the places where God shows up in a supernatural way. Keep the faith!

A question I challenge myself with is one you might be challenged by also: Do we trust God or do we just say we trust God? As Pastor Johnny teaches today, you'll learn that even during times of our life when we think there is no good to come from the situation we are in, trusting God becomes the only way through.

Pastor Johnny teaches today that God's loving kindness doesn't mean God places us in a bubble that prevents our “human-ness” while here on Earth. Even the one whom God called “A Man After My Own Heart” experienced the natural consequences of his actions. Pastor Johnny reminds us that His love is behind it all!

Pastor Johnny teaches today the truth shines brightly in the face of a righteous fight. We are learning more about that through the life of King David. Pastor Johnny reminds us that revival begins in our community of faith. Let's continue to pray for revival. Let's seek Him as a response to such love!

Do you believe prayer changes things? There certainly is power in prayer. Pastor Johnny teaches today that prayer isn't reserved for quiet time or church. It's a challenge to be a person who “prays at the drop of a hat!” As we remember from the life of King David, seek the Lord continually!

Have you ever been confused about how much to adapt our approach to sharing our faith? As we follow the life and times of King David, we discover even way back then how methods may differ. Pastor Johnny reminds us today that it's with careful prayer and study of the Word that you maintain the truth of our doctrine.

When you face a struggle, your attitude and actions matter a lot. Pastor Johnny teaches today that the opportunity to walk closer to Jesus comes in the midst of hard times. We are learning from the examples in the story of King David how to ask the Lord to draw you closer, even during times when you may not naturally “feel” it.

Have you ever known someone who followed a leader blindly? Respect for those in authority doesn't mean discernment goes out the window. As Pastor Johnny teaches today, you'll learn how your role in the leadership of any kind is a high honor to carry out with integrity and wholesome intent.

Did you ever think that when you became a Christian, there would be no more battles? We aren't promised a life with no struggles, heartache, or temptation – even after coming to Christ. Pastor Johnny reminds us that being honest and recognizing your struggles is actually a good thing!

If you've ever been part of a team where each member didn't pull their own weight, you realized quickly how uneven the workload became. Pastor Johnny teaches today that once you've received confirmation from the Lord, it's important to act on His leading. It's truly an honor to serve the King!

Being tender and loving towards those who have wronged you is a true testament to a changed life for Christ. Pastor Johnny reminds us today to lean into David's song. Let go of bitterness, hold no grudges, and ask the Lord to help you have a change of heart towards someone who has crossed you in the past.

It's a fact that 100% of Christians still struggle with sin. We are saved and redeemed and bound for heaven as a Child of God, yet we still suffer from sin and temptation. Pastor Johnny reminds us in that struggle, to flee from sinful behavior and actions because it will only get worse if left alone.

If you compare your life against the lives of unbelievers you know, how does it look different? Is it because you don’t drink or smoke or hang out with people that do? Is it because you have a Christian bumper sticker on your car? Or is it because you demonstrate the love and grace that Jesus demonstrated for you? As Pastor Johnny will explain in today’s message, following Jesus will mean avoiding...

You’re going to encounter pushback and arguments from people in the Church over unbiblical and non-essentials – being an imperfect body of redeemed humans, those remnants of our old nature are inevitable. But unity amongst believers is extremely important to God. He wants us to be known for our love for Him as well as one another. As Pastor Johnny will encourage us in today’s message, you need to...

Serving God should always be about Him. Whether you’re restocking toilet paper, wiping tables, or up on stage using your talents, it’s all about Him. Sadly, we see a lot of people who enjoy being in the limelight claiming glory and attention for their works that belongs to God. In today’s message, Pastor Johnny will point out that serving God is the job of a servant. Your reward is the joy that co...

Many people get really upset if you suggest that some people won’t get into heaven. It’s an offensive thought that God would judge any human being to the point of denying them eternal rest. The thing is, it’s not God who’s denying them anything – it’s their own choice. God has made a way for anyone who will come to Him. As Pastor Johnny will warn in today’s message, it’s only when you choose not t...

Many believers in western, first-world countries could accurately be described as soft. Really the majority of us fit that description. We can certainly be thankful that we have religious freedom with minimal persecution and oppression, but in many countries where Christianity is illegal, you’ll find believers who don’t have the convenience of being lukewarm. As Pastor Johnny will point out in tod...

This is one of the most fundamental commandments for those who follow Jesus, yet it seems to be one of the hardest to live by. We allow petty differences and varied interpretations of Scripture to drive wedges between us. It’s sad and all too common amongst Christians. It not only creates unnecessary struggles in our own lives and church communities, but it reflects poorly on the Church as a whole...

The greatest gift you could ever receive! The gift of salvation because of Jesus’ sacrifice at the cross! All you must do is accept his gift! As Pastor Johnny shares, He paid for this gift of salvation in full…once and for all. And He not only gives you an eternity in heaven with Him but freedom from sin here on earth. Freedom from your sins past, present, and future. Rest in His completed work. A...

Salvation is very simple. You’re either saved or you’re not. You’re in or you’re out. There is no in-between. As Pastor Johnny shares you are either going to spend eternity with God or you won’t. It’s your choice. So why not choose God today!? Admit you’re a sinner in need of a Savior. Believe that He died and rose again and confess that He is Lord of your life. When you believe that with all your...

So, you haven’t exercised in years and you decide to jump into a marathon race. With no training, you toe the starting line and take off! How do you think it will go? You guessed it…not well. As Pastor Johnny shares this is how your spiritual life as a Christian can be without training. It’s a long race that requires training that only Christ can provide. And He is the only one qualified to train...

Could you imagine running a race and not knowing where the finish line was? You’re just running aimlessly hoping to find it! How do you find it? Well as Pastor Johnny shares Jesus helps you find and cross the spiritual finish line to heaven when you focus on Him…the author and perfector of your faith. So instead of running here and there looking for answers…looking for that elusive finish line…fix...

When I was a teen, my dad started getting into shape. He started with running. It was tough, and at first, he ran a couple of blocks before he ran out of steam, but little by little, he pushed himself further, until eventually, he was running marathons. It was a process that took a lot of effort, and as we will hear from Pastor Johnny today, we are in a process for our spiritual race too! The grea...

Did you know that in weight training, if you only ever lift the same weight, you'll stop seeing gains? For growth, there always needs to be a next level of challenge, something to strive toward. Pastor Johnny shares, that the same applies to our spiritual life. If everything is going ok, then we tend to slack off in the spiritual disciplines. When things are hard, we run to God, lean on him, and o...