Walking in Truth

The Israelites were enslaved by the Babylonians for 70 whole years. Eventually, the children of Israel became complacent and gave in to the reality of their Babylonian captivity... And in today's message, Pastor Johnny will remind you that sometimes you can give in to the reality of the hold that your sin has on your life... But it doesn't have to be that way. The Lord promises that if you call ou...

We live in a world ripe with injustice. And so often, we become angry with the gap between how things are and how they ought to be. As Christians, we’re called to seek justice; and yet, as Pastor Johnny points out today, the Bible makes clear that justice will not come to fullness until God’s judgment of all mankind. Because of this truth, we can have peace and rest in the reality that one day all...

As people living in a world broken by the effects of sin, we all find ourselves turning away from God from time to time. But Pastor Johnny encourages us to admit our sin in those moments, and turn back to God. Pastor Johnny’s message today is about events that took place thousands of years ago, yet he shows how we can glean wisdom that still applies to our modern lives. We see in these texts the s...

As Pastor Johnny teaches through the book of Judges today, we see a portion of Israel’s history reminiscent of all human history – up to this day. Despite God’s goodness and promises, people always turn away from Him and to worthless things. God is a fountain of living water that nourishes and satisfies us, but over and over again we neglect Him and attempt to gather water from empty wells. But in...

Today, as Pastor Johnny teaches the story of Abimelech – son of Gideon – we see the universal truths that these texts expose about leaders. Leaders who only desire their own power and selfish ambitions continue to rise up, just like Abimelech. And when people turn away from God and toward these leaders, it never ends well. As followers of Jesus, we are not to put our faith in humans, but in God hi...

While the story of Gideon is promising for a while, it eventually takes a turn. As Pastor Johnny points out today, Gideon made the right decision by refusing the people’s request to make him king – instead of reminding them that God is their king. But we soon question his heart in the matter, as Gideon goes on to make a monument to himself and becomes an idol to the people. Pastor Johnny uses this...

As Pastor Johnny teaches about the story of Gideon today, he brings attention to a shift we see in Gideon’s character. While Gideon entered the scene as a cowardly farmer hiding from the enemy, he has developed into a confident man who is mature enough to put his own pride in check to resolve disputes. Pastor Johnny shows how we likewise ought to put our pride in check and remember Jesus’ call on...

No matter what's in your way when you hear God's voice and guidance, you need to follow Him and what He says. Pastor Johnny is going to show you today how blessed it is to live a life keeping God first and living for Him. When God's on your side, you don't have to fear any roadblock Satan throws at you, because you already have all you need to get through it. Nothing is too big for God to handle f...

If the opposition comes your way in the middle of your pursuing ministry, you should find comfort even in those trials, knowing that you're doing something right. The devil won't mess with those that aren't a threat to him. Today, Pastor Johnny's going to encourage you to always make sure you're making an impact on God's kingdom. You don't have to fear any of the Devil's attacks, because God will...

Gideon didn't think he was anyone special. God called him, and he didn't believe it at first. He was the least in his family, which was the least in their clan. He really seemed like nobody. But, he followed God in faith, and the rest is history. As Pastor Johnny encourages you today with Gideon's story, take some time to think, “do I have at least that much faith – that when God calls me, I follo...

Do you know what God's will is for your life? Do you know what everyone is called to when they come to know Christ personally? He wants you to go out and TELL others about Him! And, as you'll see mentioned today by Pastor Johnny, you should do it in joy, so people will WANT to know about the hope that you have. Others may be afraid to step out in faith, and some may not yet know that to which they...

There are two roles you can fill as a follower of Christ. You can be the leader that points others to Christ and moves people closer to Him, or you can be submitted to someone in leadership to serve God through helping others lead. Pastor Johnny's going to show you today how you need one or the other because to sit back and do nothing wastes the resources God's given you to serve Him with and make...

Men should be the spiritual leaders of their home and should be bold in doing so. It's a noble calling from God that requires responsibility, that every man needs to step up to. As you'll get to see today with Pastor Johnny, sometimes men might be afraid to step up, and women take the role. And as you'll also see from the example today, men, just like Barak in the book of Judges, sometimes might b...

There's nothing you have to fear when God's on your side. Not people, not circumstances, not the future. His provision will get you through anything you can't do on your own, and more. Today, Pastor Johnny has encouragement for the men to step up and be bold in leading their families spiritually in growing closer to God every day. It's a role that's becoming less and less important to people, but...

When you look at what the Bible says about the roles of men, you'll see roles of courage and leadership. As you look at the life of Barak today with Pastor Johnny and the poor example he set, you'll see the importance of being a godly leader in your family and community. It's the men that are supposed to lead the family closer to God. When women have to step up and be the spiritual leader of their...

Every person born again in Jesus has a duty to lead those around you spiritually, to point everyone around you closer to Christ, too. It's especially true for men, who are called to be the leaders of their households. As you look at Judges today with Pastor Johnny, you'll see an example of what that leadership should not look like, along with what it should. As The Holy Spirit moves and works in y...

Keep growing in your walk with the Lord! Today, you learn from Pastor Johnny's message the importance of keeping up your spiritual disciplines. You're not always going to feel like reading your Bible or fellowshipping with the church body. But these disciplines are healthy for you to keep developing and maturing in your walk with God. Pastor Johnny explains that it can be easy to start to go on a...

Do you realize that every day you are in a battle? In today's message from Pastor Johnny, he explains to you that daily you are in a spiritual battle. That's why it's important to keep on the armor of God. Stay strengthened in the Lord through prayer, solitude, fasting, and reading His Word. Pastor Johnny encourages you, to remember that God is your ever-present help in times of great need. Always...

Jesus came so that you can have life and have it abundantly! As you listen to today's message from Pastor Johnny, he reassures you that the light always shines the brightest in the darkest of times. Just because it might be a dark or a season of hardship now, doesn't mean that the light of the Lord isn't present. Pastor Johnny urges you, to keep finding the ways that the Lord is making Himself kno...

Don't look to others as your security for salvation. Today, you learn from Pastor Johnny's message that every single person on this earth has to come to Jesus themselves in order to be saved. No amount of infant baptism, generations of faith, or good works can earn you right standing before the Lord. Pastor Johnny explains that you must be born-again. You must admit that you're a sinner in need of...

The Lord is completely sovereign over all things! In today's message from Pastor Johnny, he reassures you that nothing is a surprise to the Lord. The Lord is the beginning and the end. His character never changes. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Pastor Johnny encourages you, that Jesus has all authority and dominion. His name as the Bible says is above every other name. And at the en...

Do you realize that as a disciple of Jesus Christ, that you've been entrusted with a life-saving message? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Johnny, he explains to you that the Lord has commanded all of His disciples to share the Good News of Jesus. To explain to those around you that Jesus loves them has died and has risen for them. Pastor Johnny encourages you, to not get fearful when...

Our world is so divided over big issues and small ones, and even just someone’s bumper sticker or t-shirt might set you off against them. You’ll label them as the enemy before they’ve even spoken a word. Even with lifelong friends, debates over politics or responses to COVID have created rifts that seem impassable. As Pastor Johnny will encourage us in today’s message, all of us need the love of J...

The human body has 78 different organs. Many of those systems have jobs that we don’t really think about – or want to think about for that matter. But if those functions aren’t happening the way they’re designed to, you’ll realize their importance. As Pastor Johnny will remind us in today’s message, the Church of Jesus Christ is a body with even more parts and functions. It can be a challenge to f...

The Gifts of the Spirit are a fascinating subject that has been at the heart of great movements in the Church as well as many controversies. As a believer in Jesus, He wants to fill you with His Holy Spirit. When that happens, He bears fruit in your life. That fruit will look different based on His will and the specific ways He gifts you, but ultimately, those gifts are meant to be used for His gl...