The Upper Room Church- Podcast

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on Being a Seeker of the Truth. St. John 8:31 and Matthew 5:6Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"Spiritual Warfare"Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

"How to Get in Jesus's Church ?"Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on Character and Gifts. 2 Peter 1-8, Ephesians 4:8, 1 Corinthians 12:28, and Romans 12:6.Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Household of Faith. Galations 6:1-10, Ephesians 2:19Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"Living Under a Curse Versus Under God's Blessings"Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Book of Proverbs Chapter 24Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"God Hath Given Us Power, Love, and a Sound Mind" 2 Timothy 1:7Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Seven Dispensations - Midweek RefuelMake note of these and follow along.Where are we on God's Time Table1.The Dispensation of Innocence2.The Dispensation of Conscience3.The Dispensation of Human Government4.The Dispensation of Promise5. The Dispensation of Law6.The Dispensation of Grace7. The Dispensation of KingdomJoin us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"Don't Let Anyone Turn You Around" Galations 5:1Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Beatitudes, Study Matthew 5:1-11, Numbers 12:3, and Psalm 37:11 Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"Lord Make Me Over Again" Jeremiah 18:1-11Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on the subject, "Thank God for the Word" Study St John 1:1-36, 1 Tim. 3:16 and Revelation 19:11-13Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"Cry Loud and Spare Not" Isaiah 58:1Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

"Sitting and clothed in his right mind" Mark 5:15Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on the question, "How Should We Direct Our Prayers and To Whom Should We Pray?" Study Col. 2-18, Rev 22:7-9 and St. John 15:16, 16:23Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"Do As I Have Done To You" John 13:15Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel from the book of 2 John 1-13 and Matthew 24 on the topic of "God's Chosen People."Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

"I Want to Be Like Him" John 4:7-27Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

What Makes a Good Father ? They Seek After God!Matthew 2:1-2, 11Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel from the book of Psalms 138:7-8 on the topic of "The Lord Will Perfect That Which Concerns Me.Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

The Battle is not Yours, But God's2 Chronicles 20:1-25Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Book of Hebrews Ch.6 :1-20Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

I will keep them in Perfect PeaceIsaiah 26:1-3Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Importance of Being Real Luke 6:36-41Matthew 15:10-20Matthew 23Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

The Lord is My ShepherdPsalm 23Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

So Glad to Be in the Family of GodEphesians 2:1-22Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on God Works in SeasonsHe references Zachariah 10:1, Hosea 6:1-1, Joel 2:21-27 and St John 5:1Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on Before the Day of the LordHe references I Thes 5:1-28, Galations 3:8, and Revelation 2:10Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Cost of DiscipleshipHe references Luke 14:25-35, Luke 18:38, Psalm 35:27Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Life is So ReverseProverbs 14:12Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Jesus Came to Save UsMatthew 1:18-23Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Prodical SonHe references Luke 15:11-31Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on The Rich man and LazarusHe references Luke 16:1-31Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

When Moses Held Up His Hand, Israel PrevailedExodus 17:8-26Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on the the title of First Lady.He references Gen 3:20, Titus 2:1, 1 Tim. 5:1-5, Phil. 4:2, and 2 John 1Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Learn to do Well Isaiah 1:16-20Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on the The Two Types of Sin. They are Accidental and Intentional.Study I John 5:16-18, Psalm 19:7-14, Lev. 5:1-6 and Numbers 15:22Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Do We Love Him or Do We Like Him ?St Matthew 22:34-40Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

What to Do When The Brook Dries Up1 Kings 17:1-24Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on the Pride and How to Always Stay Humble.Study Proverbs 16:18 and Daniel 4:1-37Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

I Was Glad When They Said Unto MePsalm 122:1Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel on the 2nd Chapter of Phillipians and also 8 parenting tips.Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

Healing Our NationRevelation 22:2Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr.Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphisSubscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Join us as Pastor Johnson teaches the midweek refuel with a subject entitled, "Get in Me Lord."Join us on Sunday Mornings at 11am at 3002 Chelsea Avenue Memphis Tn 38108. You'll be glad you did!

It's Not What You Havein Our Lives, Its Who You Have Matthew 16:26 Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr. Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108 Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphis Subscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Pastor Johnson focuses on clarifying the difference between spiritual gifts and natural talents, a topic he feels he needs to revisit. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing your God-given gift to serve in the body of Christ. Key Points: Time is Short: Pastor Johnson notes that time seems to be speeding up, and God may be shortening it for the elect to better endure. Gifts are from Conversion: Spiritual gifts are given by the Holy Spirit upon conversion to Christianity. Talents are from Birth: Talents are natural abilities given at birth, while not necessarily spiritually aligned. Singing Example: Anyone can be taught to sing in key but some have a natural gift that elevates it to a different level. Secular Music and Church: The pastor wrestles with artists who sing secular music but profess faith, and whether God is glorified or the devil is. Double Standard: Pastor Johnson notes the hypocrisy of Christians engaging in activities that don't glorify God and whether those jobs are befitting. Gift List: He goes over a list of seven motivational spiritual gifts from Romans 12:5-8 Prophecy Ministry Teaching Exhortation Giving Ruling Mercy Prophecy: He distinguishes that prophecy as given by God, and often tells what to change and what's coming rather than a blessing. Ministry: He says ministry is about serving, not being served, and is a gift for anyone. Teaching: Teachers of the word are defenders and researchers of the scripture. Exhortation: Exhorters encourage people through the spirit. Giving: Giving to the ministry is a spiritual gift of being a blessing. Ruling: A ruling gift means the ability to lead within a church and its administration. Mercy: The gift of mercy is compassionate and patient with others. Ephesians 4:7 The pastor references Ephesians 4, stating that Jesus himself gives gifts to men. Five-Fold Ministry: He mentions that Jesus gave some to be apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Talents on the Other Hand: He defines a talent as something you're born with that gives you unique skill or ability. Talents are not given, but learned and perfected through practice. Matthew 25: Using the parable of the talents in Matthew 25, he explains that God gives people various natural abilities and expects them to utilize and increase it. Talent vs. Gift: Pastor Johnson ends by saying that while talents can be impressive, they are not to be confused with spiritual gifts, and the spiritual realm outweighs what talent does in the natural. Call to Action: He encourages listeners to discover their own spiritual gifts from God and use it. He says that "when you are converted you get at least one spiritual gift." He encourages Christians to see their talents as skills and learn them, and remember that God gives it all.

Spiritual Blessings in Christ Ephesians 1:1-13 Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr. Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108 Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphis Subscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

God's People Need to Return to Their Resting Place Isaiah 2:1-5 Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr. Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108 Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphis Subscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Making Sure You Are Chosen Matthew 20:1-16, 19:30 Luke 13:24-30 James 4:8 1 Peter 1:22 I John 3:3 Thank you for joining us today for a message from our Senior Pastor~ Elder Thomas E. Johnson Sr. Visit us at 3002 Chelsea Avenue  Memphis, TN 38108 Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/urchurchmemphis Subscribe to The Upper Room Church Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC85bRgNY2cW-aLu8UhliVuQ

Pastor Johnson's midweek refuel message focuses on the concept of repositioning in various aspects of life, drawing from biblical stories and personal experiences. The core idea is that if your life isn't full of success, spirituality, and happy relationships, it's time to reposition yourself with the help of God. The message uses the story of Moses, who had to reposition himself to see God's glory, and the disciples who had to cast their net on the right side of the ship to catch fish, as metaphors for the importance of repositioning. Here are some key points from the message: Repositioning is necessary for a better outcome. It's like moving a fishing net from the left side of the ship to the right side to find fish. Repeating the same actions while expecting different results is futile. If something isn't working, it's time to try a different approach. Ignoring problems you have the power to change will lead to negative consequences, and you can only blame yourself. 2025 should be a year of repositioning to achieve desired outcomes. Pastor Johnson identifies four key areas for repositioning: Mindset: Renew your mind and do not conform to the world. Instead, be transformed by the renewing of your mind as described in Romans 12:2. Association: Be mindful of the company you keep, and associate with people who uplift you rather than drag you down. The scripture 2 Corinthians 6:14 advises against being "unequally yoked" with unbelievers. Perception of Sin: Reposition your perception of right and wrong, good and evil, based on God's word rather than the world's standards. Do not call evil good and good evil as warned in Isaiah 5:20. Relationship: Reposition your relationship with God by reading the Bible more often. Additionally, spend more quality time with family. He provides seven quotes emphasizing the importance of family: In conclusion, the message encourages listeners to take a proactive approach to making changes in their lives by repositioning themselves in various areas with the help of God. It also emphasizes that 2025 should be a year of repositioning to achieve better outcomes and to get the blessings that people deserve from God.