Sound Doctrine

So very many today are on the lookout for some new way to be effective and successful in life and ministry, but very often they totally miss the boat as God sees it. The problem often stems from a wrong definition of the word “success” when it comes to ministry. Today on Sound Doctrine we take you to Romans chapter fifteen and unveil what real success in ministry is and isn't! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Before the European Union came to Western Europe it was very difficult to travel from country to country. You needed a permit from the country that you wanted to visit that said it was all right for you to be there. The border was a real boundary keeping you from where you wanted to be. Today, Pastor Jeff will be talking about the borders and boundaries that we so often put up, making it hard for non-Christians to come into fellowship with us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today pastor Jeff is talking about our Ministry! And in case you didn't realize it, every believer is called to the work of the ministry. Who me? That's right, God gives us all something to contribute when it comes to sharing the gospel and growing the church. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Many Christians are frustrated today, because they think they have nothing to offer for the cause of Christ. Well, we all have our part to play in life and in the Church. And what's exciting to discover is that God has not only given us a part, but will gift and equip us for that role. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

All of us are seeking Joy, hope and peace. Why are these things so elusive? Because so often we are looking in all the wrong places. Romans chapter fifteen shows us how to find these things and that's where we're headed on today's edition of Sound Doctrine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

God loves everyone and we should too. But that can be a challenge, I'm sure you'd agree. Well on today's Sound Doctrine we'll get some much needed help. We're in the book of Romans, chapter fifteen. And we are about to be reminded of our call to love those God loves. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We all know that we have times when we stumble. By the end of our time together, you'll learn why it's so important that people see Jesus in us! To be like Jesus is a lofty goal to be sure, but what does it look like? And how do we get there? Well, stick around, as answers from the book of Romans are headed your way on Sound Doctrine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Of all the occurrences in the book of Acts, what happens in chapter ten is among the most significant. The Gentiles are hearing the gospel message for the first time. Now, as you might imagine, some of the Jews were not happy about this. They thought the gospel was for them only. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine we'll learn that to be like Jesus is the highest goal in life. And there's no greater thing that could be said of you. But it's not something you can accomplish on your own. It's a work of the Holy Spirit. What's your goal when it comes to having a role model for your life? There should be only one answer. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we'll be completing Romans chapter fourteen, where the apostle Paul has been showing us how we're to resolve relationship conflicts in the church. In other words, how to take care of in-house family problems. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Maybe you've noticed that the church doesn't always get along like we should. At times we bicker and fight over the most inconsequential things. This is completely counterproductive to our goal to be witnesses for Christ. So today we're going to take a step back and see together how we can be stepping- stones instead of stumbling blocks. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We've been given many liberties in the Lord! But before we go ahead and exercise them we need to ask, “Could this stumble a brother or sister?” Your answer to that all-important question will serve to guide you in your decision to refrain or go ahead! We can have a great influence on those around us, so we need to be wise. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In Romans chapter fourteen, we're given some valuable instruction on the things God may have us let go of in order to show love. Some examples might be alcohol, listening to certain music, the watching of particular TV shows. The world encourages us to indulge in these things, but in the end, they tend to interfere with God's desire for us to serve Him, and to serve and love others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today Pastor Jeff is going to be showing us why Jesus came to the earth. Spend some time with us now, getting regrouped and rested up in God's Word, so that these days will be a wonderful and rewarding time. Pastor Jeff is in the book of Acts, chapter ten. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, pastor Jeff Johnson encourages us to get along and avoid judging and criticizing over non-essential issues. There's far too much at stake! The world is watching, and they can spot hypocrisy a mile away. Jeff's message today is based in Romans chapter fourteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine we'll learn why it's important that we get along with fellow believers! Sure we may not agree on all the non-essentials or grey areas and that's ok! Pastor Jeff Johnson encourages us to love with God's love in part 2 of the Games Christians Play. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine we'll learn how to exercise our liberties in a God-honoring way, and come to the realization that it's ok if we disagree in these areas. Pastor Jeff Johnson will use Romans chapter fourteen as the springboard for today's insightful message. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We're in the book of Romans today on Sound Doctrine! We'll notice we're not to condemn our brother or sister who practice their God given liberties or have different convictions than we do. That's appropriately called, “majoring on the minors”, and it is to be avoided because it causes unnecessary strife. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we continue in Romans thirteen we'll be challenged to take some steps that will move us in the right direction, safeguarding us from sin that will lull us to sleep. The last thing we need is to be sleeping right now! The Lord is coming soon and it's time to wakeup! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Aren't you glad God doesn't play favorites with us? He loves us all equally and that is what we'll be talking about today as we explore Acts chapter ten. Join us as we continue to examine the establishment of the early church and the lessons we can learn from those first century Christians. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

If there's one thing the Christian church in America needs, and the church around the world as well, it's a wake-up call! Time is of the essence because the Lord is coming. But it's not hard to see, many in the Church are sleeping! We have gotten too comfortable! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

All of us can name can name someone in our life who is hard to love. Maybe it's someone who is rude. Maybe it's someone who has cheated us in some way. Maybe they really get on your nerves! Today pastor Jeff encourages us to love God's way, and that involves loving and forgiving someone with all of their faults. To do so is to be like Jesus. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We are making our way through the book of Romans. And have come to chapter thirteen where we discover a debt we owe. It's a debt that we can only repay by serving God with a glad and grateful heart, and loving those around us as we would have them love us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Last time we were in Romans chapter thirteen and began to learn about our submission to governing authorities. It's popular and accepted to protest against the government's intrusion into our lives, and there's nothing wrong with that - up to a point. We'll go a little further into this timely issue now! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we study Romans thirteen we discover that government plays a very important role in our lives, and we're to be respectful and obey. But are there times when we are to refuse to submit to the government? Where do we draw the line? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we're going to talk a bit about God's way of doing things. Human beings have tried to make God fit into our own plans for about as long as we've existed. Just think about where all the trouble started - in the garden of Eden. The better way to live is to accept God's plans and worship Him! Can you imagine a world where that actually happened? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As Christians, our primary allegiance is to Christ and we know we're to follow His Word. But what is our responsibility to the government around us? I think we all get pretty fed-up with the antics and preening we see amongst the lawmakers in Washington. But is there ever a point in which we refuse to abide by the laws of the land? We're looking at the Christian and our civic responsibility today on Sound Doctrine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff Johnson will encourage us to love our enemy and bless those who persecute us on today's Sound Doctrine. We're making our way through Romans, and aim to finish up chapter twelve. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We'll be encouraged in the direction of forgiveness and love today on Sound Doctrine's as we learn how to deal with an enemy while guarding against bitterness! So turn if you would to Romans chapter twelve. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As this world gets darker by the minute, the Christian is to stand out as a light, with love! What does that look like? Well, we get a good picture of what should be seen in the life of the believer in Romans chapter twelve. These verse are among the most influential and powerful verses in the entire New Testament. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We're in a very practical portion of the epistle, and Romans twelve can accurately be described as epic! Verses one through thirteen beautifully describe how we're to live and love in these last days. Even a casual observer can see love is absent in all too many lives. Can you think of any time in your life when we have been more divided and Christians have been more disrespected? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we're going to see the Lord perform a miracle through the Apostle Peter. Did you know that the Lord has works for you to do as well? But we need to be prepared in order to do them and there is no better way to be prepared than to study the Word of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Whether it's at a birthday party, a Christmas get-together or maybe a school graduation, we're accustomed to giving and receiving gifts. And as we know, many of them are never used or are just put away in storage somewhere. Now God gives each of His children spiritual gifts… but sadly many Christians never put them to use. Imagine how that makes the Lord feel? Pastor Jeff Johnson returns to his study of Romans here on Sound Doctrine and we'll be focusing once again on chapter twelve... one of a few spots in Scripture that list the spiritual gifts. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Whether we're helping someone get their groceries every now and then, caring for babies in the nursery, or helping teach a Sunday School class, God can use us in powerful ways. We all have gifts the Lord has given us to serve His Kingdom. The question is are you putting the gifts He's given you to use? God wants to use us and our gifts! It's not only a high privilege but very fulfilling. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We return to Romans chapter twelve, verses one and two today. The early part of this chapter speaks of consecration. Put another way, our attitude towards God. We'll learn that as we give ourselves over to God, He begins to unveil His will to us. Every Christian should have a burning desire to know God's will for their life. Does that describe you? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

A lot of times we don't know if we've made the right decision, even after praying about it! How do you discover God's will? Well you can turn to Romans chapter twelve for starters! Stay tuned for an encouraging edition of Sound Doctrine with Jeff Johnson. We'll focus on the first two verses and mine its treasures. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

People will go to great lengths to try to find out what God wants them to do, and what He wants them NOT to do. You may be pleased to know the Lord doesn't want that to be a mystery. Romans chapter twelve is a good place to turn to discover God's will for your life. And that's where we'll be today on Sound Doctrine. We've entered a highly practical portion of Romans. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We're once again in the Book of Acts today on Sound Doctrine as Pastor Jeff Johnson is showing us what the early Christian church was like. There is one common thread that we see. It was that Jesus received the glory. They knew their Lord and were very happy to give all Glory and Honor to Him. Christians today should follow in those footsteps. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We turn your attention to the greatness of our God today, and don't you agree that such a reminder is sorely needed in a day like ours, where hope is low and discouragement is running high? Pastor Jeff Johnson will be finishing Romans chapter eleven where we see the importance of a right perspective of our God. When you come to understand how great and big our God is, you should be left with a thankful heart and want to praise and worship Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine we'll get to know our all knowing, all powerful God, and we are going to marvel for a bit at His grace and goodness in our lives. How should we respond to God's goodness? The only proper response is to trust Him, and then praise and worship Him. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We are all sinners. We may not like the sound of that, but the truth is the truth, right? When we blow it, and we all do, we need to be reminded of God's faithfulness and that nothing can separate us from His love. Need proof? Well just look at Israel. Let's do that now, as we hear the rest of pastor Jeff's message, “God's Provision is Mercy.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We're digging deep into Romans chapter eleven. And in today's passage we learn about God's provision and mercy. And that of course is Jesus. The Lord is our Messiah, and He is Messiah to everyone who accepts His free gift. While Israel has rejected their Messiah, one day their eyes will be opened, and they will experience God's provision firsthand. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we go deeper into chapter eleven today, Paul is pointing out that God is not done with Israel. He's looked at the past, present and future to build that case. I'm sure you've heard the term, “replacement theology”. It's a false belief that God is done with Israel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine with Pastor Jeff Johnson we see that the Apostle Paul is now doing and saying something completely different than what he has in the past and people are skeptical of his new found faith. But we will see he has changed his direction because he's met the true and living God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In the courtroom we're accustomed to seeing both the plaintiff and the defendant make their case before the judge. All the evidence is laid out. And on occasion there's what we might refer to as an open-and-shut case. Meaning there's no doubt, because the facts are clear. Well that's what we find here in Romans eleven. The apostle Paul is making a very strong case that God isn't done with the nation of Israel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Some wonder today if God has forgotten about His people. Others suggest the Jews have been replaced by the church. But this chapter in Romans makes it clear… God isn't done with Israel, and they have a glorious future. With antisemitism running rampant today, this is a message that everyone needs to hear. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine pastor Jeff Johnson presents a message called, “Down but Not Out!” And we'll consider what God has planned for Israel. It's a subject of some controversy. While they have rejected their Messiah, God has not forsaken them. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As you think back on the evangelists that God has greatly used, Billy Graham and Dwight L. Moody probably come to mind. These men led millions of people to Christ! But what if I was to tell you that God wants you to be an evangelist too? And by His strength and resources, you can be very effective at it. Whether it's at work, in the neighborhood, or at home. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

When you think about it, we should count it a privilege to be able to share with others what we have received through the death of Christ on the cross. But very sadly this is often neglected. Some are under the impression this is the pastor's job. But in reality every Christian is to be involved in the work of an evangelist. So how are you doing with that? Well I think we can all use some encouragement in this area, so let's turn to Romans chapter ten and join pastor Jeff Johnson To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today, in Acts chapter nine, the Lord has appeared to Saul. In an abrupt change of events Saul is no longer the persecutor of Christians but now proclaiming that Jesus is the Son of God. It is a huge change of direction for Saul's life. The change was dramatic. And as Saul continued to grow in the Lord, his preaching became more powerful. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine pastor Jeff Johnson takes us to Romans chapter ten. The emphasis here is on reaching out with the gospel. When's the last time you've done that? If you have to think long and hard perhaps some changes need to be made. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111