Sound Doctrine

Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely. We see it happen again and again, especially in politics. When a person suddenly assumes power or position - it can lead them to do many things they would have never dream of doing previously. That was the case with the first King of Israel, Saul. After some time in power Saul began to feel as though he was in control, and not God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

For the last few weeks we've been looking at First Samuel and as we continue this series today, we return to chapter fourteen. In this passage, we can't help but see King Saul display an outward expression of religion but an inward heart that was totally consumed with self. The same can happen to us if we're not careful. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff Johnson will talk about the perils of self-centeredness and disobedience today, and the benefits of self- examination. This is Sound Doctrine. We're back at it in First Samuel here on this day, and we'll be in chapter fourteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff will be continuing his study in First Samuel. You might find your place in chapter fourteen. Let's now meet a man who was not intimidated by the Philistine armies, and in the place of fear was a belief that God could use him in a great way. By the way, He can use you too! It's a great story of faith in action! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we look at the life of Jonathan today on Sound Doctrine, one could easily come to the conclusion that this is his finest hour by God's grace. Jonathan was a man who was not intimidated by the Philistine armies and believed that God could use him in a great way. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Know anyone who likes to be recognized and the center of attention? They might even take the credit for something they really didn't do! Today, we'll introduce you to a man from long ago that fits that description. His name is Saul, and his story is recorded for us in First Samuel thirteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We've reached chapter thirteen in our verse by verse study of First Samuel. The center of attention once again is Saul. Saul is about to take credit for something his son actually did, and pastor Jeff Johnson doesn't want us to miss the many takeaway lessons! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

. There is one case however where compromise is simply unacceptable. That is in our relationship to God. In every case we're to obey Him. Today we'll meet a man that failed to do that, so let's head over to First Samuel chapter twelve. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, pastor Jeff Johnson begins a study in First Samuel twelve, where Samuel gives a stirring final speech to the people. It's a challenging message for the people back then, and for us today as well. It shows us once again that humanity's problem with sin hasn't changed over these thousands of years. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Let's say someone lashes out in anger against you, and for no good reason! Or, someone falsely accuses you of something at work, and you end up losing your job as a result! When we're hurt like this, the world would say we have good reason to exact a little revenge. But pastor Jeff is going to suggest a much different approach, and that is to allow the Lord to fight your battles. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Samuel had been a faithful judge over Israel, and God had been nothing but good to His people. But the people of Israel lost sight of that, and cried out for a King. They rejected Samuel and the Lord without a legitimate reason, and in doing so they payed a heavy price. This is about to unfold before our eyes in First Samuel eleven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In First Samuel chapter ten, Saul is anointed as Israel's first King. Now, at first, it seemed like a good choice, but as we progress through the next several chapters of First Samuel, we will see just what a mistake is was. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff Johnson has framed his study around chapter ten. This chapter describes a key moment in the history of God's chosen people. They have demanded a King, despite knowing that God was truly their King. They wanted a King they could look at and serve. Here we see Saul become that King. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We so often judge by appearances without knowing what's on the inside. But to judge a book - you have to read it - and that takes time. The same is true with a person. It takes more than a first impression to know what's on the inside. Today on Sound Doctrine, we take a second look at Israel's first king. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We take you to First Samuel chapter nine on this broadcast - which is the beginning of the historical record of Israel's first king. Saul had the looks - but not the character. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today Pastor Jeff Johnson takes us back to First Samuel where the people Israel want to make a change. They want a king. We might have a reaction to that like, “huh? You already have God as your King”! God was their king for sure, but now they wanted a man to fill those shoes! A big difference and a big mistake to be sure. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

The book of First Samuel speaks of a time when the Ark of God had returned, and the people were genuinely confessing and forsaking their sin. The prophet Samuel is back on the scene, and reassures them of the Lord's ability and His promise to deliver them from their enemies. Despite that reassurance, the people were still demanding a King! Why were these people demanding something they already had in God? Join us in First Samuel chapter eight. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

True repentance begins in the mind - moves to the heart - then gets to our hands and feet! It's admitting what God says is true, agreeing with it, and with His help, we do it! This is Sound Doctrine with pastor Jeff Johnson. To agree with God we must know what He thinks about things. Today we're in First Samuel chapter seven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Repentance is important when dealing with the sin on our lives, but on Today's broadcast, we'll see God's people waiting twenty years before repenting. Now that's a long time! If we're wise we won't wait and waste the years God has given us! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In the book of First Samuel, the ark of God was recovered. Though the people of God initially rejoiced, they did not want to bow to the holiness of God. Sound familiar? Let's get the story in chapter six of First Samuel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Spiritually speaking, if the symptoms of our condition persist, It has to be God's mercy, designed to push us toward treatment and healing. Every human being is dying of a terminal disease called sin. And there is only one cure. Find your place in First Samuel six as we bring you Sound Doctrine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we continue in First Samuel five today, we see the Ark of the Covenant being transported. Now, there aren't any snake pits, and Harrison Ford is nowhere to be found, but what we see here is a clear example of the folly of disobeying God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

When the Philistines had captured the Ark of the Covenant, God did something about it – and there are quite a few takeaway lessons we don't want you to miss. Join us in First Samuel chapter five, as we join pastor Jeff Johnson. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

When God makes a promise, you can be sure He'll keep His Word. And in First Samuel four, God is about to come through on a promise He made in chapter three. He's going to judge Eli and deal with his two sons. If you'll recall, Eli failed to discipline his sons, and they steered off in the wrong direction. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

These are difficult days, no doubt. Evil is on the rise, and those who stand for the truth are routinely ridiculed. But in the midst of the mess, God has an important mission and calling for us. Today you'll be encouraged to embrace God's call with open arms. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Our condition is not unlike the nation Samuel grew up in. The Word of God was often rejected in those days, due to the rebellion and unbelief of the people. We see that all around us today. In the midst of it all, Samuel received God's call for his life and experienced a fruitful ministry. The same can come true for you and me, if we're willing. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff is currently leading us through a new verse by verse series in First and Second SamuelSamuel. This book describes a real transitional period for Israel. Samuel was a great man, and he came along at a time when Israel really needed one. Fresh off their journey out of Egypt and into the promised land, it was time for them to decide who was going to be their leader. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Last time we learned that God is worthy of honor, and then we went on to discover ways that He chooses to honor us. Well, today, we'll switch gears and check out some ways we can honor God in bigger and better ways. We all agree that God is certainly worth honoring, but we fall for the traps of the world and seek to honor God in some pretty dishonorable ways! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

If you were with us last trims you know that we begin a brand new series in First and Second Samuel. If you've never studied these great books, than I urge you to stay with us for the coming months, because they are filled with great accounts of people like David and Hannah, not to mention the great accounts of the Ark of the Covenant and David's battle with Goliath. We are in chapter one of First Samuel again today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

The people of God had been led into the promised land. Life was good. Were they satisfied? No. They didn't really know what they wanted. They wanted to be led by a Judge. Then they wanted a King. Sound familiar? Let's join pastor Jeff Johnson in First Samuel chapter one for today's introduction to First Samuel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we will be wrapping up our lengthy study in Romans. As the apostle Paul put the finishing touches on this magnificent epistle, he made mention of some faithful friends who were with him in the trenches! Not much is said of them, just a simple but powerful word or sentence. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we look at the final verses of chapter sixteen, we find Paul doing something he often did - he warns his readers about the dangers that lay before them, he acknowledges a few of his friends, and then he gives glory and honor to our wonderful savior, Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Right now we are studying Romans, and we are just about at the finish line! As Paul ends this magnificent Epistle, he's sharing a few final warnings about those in our midst who seems determined to cause division and strife. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

It's a wonderful time of year, and today we're looking back to what Jesus accomplished for us at the cross. And as we'll see in a moment it was the most painful death imaginable. As pastor Jeff Johnson draws our attention to the piercing and preparation of the body of Christ let's allow it to lead our hearts toward grateful praise and adoration. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

I think you would agree that this nation hasn't been this divided since maybe the civil war! And it's not hard to see the damage that's left behind. People no longer talking to each other, church splits, divorce, and on and on I could go. How does God feel about it, how can we avoid it? Let's look into it today on Sound Doctrine as pastor Jeff Johnson nears the completion of his study in Romans. We're in chapter sixteen today with a message titled, “Final Warning with Promise”. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Last time you may recall we were in Romans chapter sixteen and discovered Paul was no lone ranger! He knew and served with a lot of people, many of which were women. And one of the great benefits of fellowship is the friendships that develop. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Many denominations today accept women as pastors, and that has caused a great amount of animosity in Christian circles. So now more than ever we need to hear God's truth about Women in Ministry. That's what we find in Romans chapter sixteen! Women have an absolutely vital role to play in the church, just as men do, but the roles are different. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Who among us doesn't want to be successful in life and ministry, but the question is how do we get there? Well Romans chapter fifteen is getting us on the pathway to success. As you'll hear in a moment it involves prayer! Prayer is a wonderful gift from God, and we should desire to take full advantage of that gift. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Too many people today think that a relationship with God means a trouble-free life. Far from it! You might find yourself in a life-threatening situation, like the apostle Paul. Today on Sound Doctrine we'll paint a picture of our desire and God's will through a study in Romans chapter fifteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We are going to take some time today to consider a very important question - do our desires for our life line up with God's desires for us. We should make it our aim in life to live according to God's will and today's helpful study in Romans will help us in that direction. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff has noticed six ingredients in the recipe for success, found in Romans chapter fifteen. To help you remember them, each point starts with the letter P! The first is Power, reminding us we need God's power. And second is Profile… keep a low profile. There are four more we will cover today. so let's get started. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

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