Dr. John King

The message emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision and purpose for the church, drawing inspiration from the story of Helen Keller. The speaker calls for a refocus on the five biblical purposes of the church: worship, ministry, evangelism, fellowship, and discipleship. Each purpose is defined and explained, highlighting the need for the church to actively engage in these areas. The speaker encourages the congregation to embrace their roles in fulfilling these purposes and to develop a strategy for growth and outreach. The message concludes with a call to action for the church to embody these principles in their community.

This message emphasizes the importance of wonder in worship, highlighting how true worship stems from a sense of awe and amazement at God's presence and deeds. The speaker reflects on biblical examples of individuals who encountered God and were filled with wonder, such as Moses, Isaiah, and Peter. The message calls for a revival of wonder in worship, warning against the dangers of familiarity and routine that can dull our spiritual senses. Ultimately, it encourages believers to actively participate in worship and develop personal worship disciplines to maintain a sense of awe towards God.

This message emphasizes the importance of fellowship within the church, highlighting that we are naturally selfish and need to learn to share our lives with others. The speaker discusses how true fellowship involves coming together, connecting with one another, challenging each other to grow in faith, and providing comfort. Using Hebrews 10:24-25, the message stresses the necessity of not forsaking the assembly of believers, especially during difficult times. The church is portrayed as an oasis for believers, where they can find strength and encouragement through community. Ultimately, the call is for the church to be a place of genuine biblical fellowship, where members actively engage and support one another.

This message emphasizes the importance of discipleship centered on the Word of God. The speaker discusses the power, perfection, and profitability of Scripture in guiding believers towards spiritual maturity. Paul’s last words to Timothy serve as a charge to focus on teaching and living out the Word. The message highlights that true discipleship occurs within the context of relationships, where believers can learn from one another and grow together in faith. Ultimately, the speaker encourages the congregation to remain Bible-focused in their ministry and personal lives.

The message emphasizes the importance of moving from being a spectator in faith to actively participating in witnessing for Christ. It highlights that every believer has a role in the rescue mission to share the gospel with others. The speaker discusses the biblical foundation for witnessing, which includes living a lifestyle that reflects Christ, being prepared to answer questions about one's faith, and approaching others with gentleness and respect. The message concludes with a call to action for believers to engage in evangelism and fulfill their role as ambassadors for Christ.

This message emphasizes that every believer is called to be a minister, not just pastors or missionaries. The speaker outlines the five purposes of the church: worship, fellowship, discipleship, evangelism, and ministry, highlighting how they interconnect. Using Ephesians 4, the speaker explains the process of ministry, which involves God giving gifted people to prepare the congregation for works of service. The message concludes with practical steps for individuals to identify their gifts and engage in ministry, reinforcing that ministry is essential for the growth and health of the church.

This message emphasizes the importance of living a life centered around the gospel of Jesus Christ. The speaker challenges listeners to evaluate whether they are pursuing eternal significance or merely 'chasing sticks.' Paul, in his letter to the Romans, illustrates his passion and purpose for the gospel, highlighting the need for righteousness from God. The message outlines how believers can serve and sound out the gospel, encouraging personal reflection on one's commitment to sharing the faith.

This sermon explores the concept of God's judgment and the need for righteousness through the lens of Romans chapters 1-3. The speaker emphasizes that all humanity is guilty before God and discusses the progression of rejecting God, starting with the suppression of truth, leading to the perversion of truth, and ultimately resulting in God's judgment. The message highlights that understanding the bad news of our sin is essential to appreciate the good news of the gospel. The speaker warns of the consequences of living a life apart from God, illustrating the dangers of a culture that has turned away from divine truth.

In this message, the speaker examines Romans chapter 2, highlighting that even good moral people are under God's judgment. Using the parable from Luke 18, the speaker illustrates how self-righteousness can blind individuals to their own sinfulness. The message emphasizes that God's judgment is certain, impartial, and just, regardless of one's moral standing. The speaker warns that relying on one's good deeds without recognizing the need for God's grace leads to spiritual blindness and a hardened heart. Ultimately, everyone, regardless of their perceived morality, is accountable to God for their actions and thoughts.

This message emphasizes the dangers of relying on religion without a personal relationship with Christ. The speaker discusses how pride, hypocrisy, and false security can lead even the most religious individuals away from true salvation. Using Paul's teachings in Romans 2, the message warns that mere religious observance does not equate to righteousness before God. The speaker urges listeners to recognize their need for a personal relationship with Jesus rather than relying on outward symbols of faith. Ultimately, the call is for humility and genuine faith in Christ as the only means of salvation.

This message reflects on the various figures present during the birth of Christ and those who were absent or unaware. The speaker emphasizes how people like Caesar Augustus, King Herod, religious leaders, and the innkeeper were preoccupied with their own concerns and missed the significance of Christ's birth. The message challenges listeners to consider what they are too busy with in their own lives that might prevent them from recognizing Christ's presence and preparing for His return. Ultimately, it calls for self-examination regarding priorities and readiness for Christ's second coming.

This message focuses on the greatness of God as revealed in Romans chapter 11. The speaker discusses God's faithfulness to His promises, particularly regarding Israel, and emphasizes that His mercy extends to both Jews and Gentiles. The message highlights God's wisdom and knowledge, which are beyond human understanding, and encourages believers to trust in His plans and purposes. Ultimately, the speaker calls for a recognition of God's greatness in all aspects of life.

This message emphasizes the importance of dedicating our lives to God as a response to His mercy. The speaker outlines three basic instructions for Christians: dedication, separation from worldly values, and transformation through the renewal of the mind. Dedication involves offering ourselves as living sacrifices, while separation means resisting the pressures of the world system. Transformation is achieved by renewing our minds with God's Word, leading to a life that reflects His glory and fulfills His will.

This message emphasizes the importance of unity and diversity within the church as the body of Christ. The speaker discusses how each member has a unique role and spiritual gifts that contribute to the overall functioning of the church. Paul’s teachings in Romans 12 are highlighted, focusing on the need for believers to have the right attitudes toward themselves, others, and their ministries. The message encourages active participation in serving the church community, recognizing that each person's contribution is vital. Ultimately, the call is for believers to work together harmoniously, valuing both unity and diversity.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of sincere love among believers as outlined in Romans 12. The speaker discusses how genuine love must be without hypocrisy, focusing on the needs of others rather than oneself. Additionally, the message highlights the need for faithful service to God and character development, encouraging believers to maintain zeal and patience in their spiritual lives. Finally, the sermon calls for unselfish giving, both materially and emotionally, to foster unity and support within the church community.

This message focuses on how to respond to personal affronts and mistreatment by others. The speaker emphasizes the importance of a peaceable response, urging listeners not to retaliate but to trust God for justice. Additionally, the message encourages acts of kindness towards those who have wronged us, highlighting that such responses can lead to healing and reconciliation. Ultimately, the speaker calls for a higher standard of behavior that reflects Christ's example of forgiveness and grace.

This message discusses the relationship between believers and government, emphasizing the biblical principle that all governing authorities are instituted by God. The speaker explores historical examples of moral dilemmas faced by Christians regarding obedience to government versus following their conscience. Key responsibilities of government include representing God's authority, protecting the good, and punishing evil, while believers are called to submit to authority, live within the law, pay taxes honestly, and show respect for those in power. The message concludes with a reminder that while believers must obey God above all, they are also called to honor and respect governmental authority.

This message emphasizes the importance of genuine love for one another and for God, as outlined in Romans 13. The speaker explains that love must be demonstrated through actions, not merely words, and highlights the obligation to love others as a fulfillment of God's law. The message also addresses the need for believers to wake up spiritually, clean up their lives from sin, and dress themselves in Christ to live out their faith authentically. Ultimately, the call is to reflect on how well we are living out our love for others and for God in our daily lives.

This message focuses on Romans 14 and the concept of Christian liberty, particularly how early Jewish believers struggled to adapt to their newfound freedom in Christ. The speaker highlights the importance of acceptance and humility among believers with differing convictions on disputable matters. He emphasizes that both stronger and weaker brothers in faith must show grace and understanding towards each other. The message also addresses contemporary issues where Christians may disagree, urging a spirit of unity rather than division.

The sermon discusses the complexities of communication, particularly in the context of Christian liberty as outlined in Romans 14. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding that differences in personal convictions can exist where the Bible does not provide specific commands. Key principles include guarding one's attitude towards others, recognizing that we ultimately answer to God for our choices, and the necessity of restraining one's liberty to avoid causing others to stumble in their faith. The message encourages acceptance, humility, and grace among believers with differing convictions.

The message discusses the importance of understanding Christian liberty and how to navigate disagreements among believers. It emphasizes that while Christians have freedom in non-essential matters, they must be mindful of their actions and how they affect others, especially weaker brothers. The speaker outlines four principles for handling these issues: guarding one's attitude, recognizing to whom we ultimately answer, restraining liberty when necessary, and building each other up. The message encourages love and mutual respect among believers, avoiding unnecessary conflicts over trivial matters.

The message introduces a sermon series focused on biblical principles for marriage, emphasizing the importance of building a marriage on God's word. It discusses the foundational verse, Psalm 127:1, highlighting that unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. The speaker outlines the structure of the series, which will include topics such as love and respect in marriage, conflict management, and the significance of a Christian marriage. The message stresses the need for couples to seek God's guidance and to understand the sacredness of marriage amidst cultural challenges.

This message emphasizes the importance of following God's original blueprint for marriage as outlined in Genesis 2. The speaker discusses the origin of marriage, highlighting that it was instituted by God and is meant to be a heterosexual and monogamous union. The message also covers the blessings and purposes of marriage, including companionship, sexual fulfillment, and the portrayal of Christ's relationship with the church. The speaker encourages listeners to reflect on their own marriages and the foundational principles that guide them.

This message focuses on the biblical principles of love and respect in marriage, as outlined in Ephesians 5. The speaker emphasizes that husbands are called to love their wives sacrificially, while wives are called to respect their husbands through submission. The message highlights the importance of understanding these roles within the context of a loving and supportive relationship. The speaker also addresses common misconceptions about submission and leadership in marriage, advocating for a model of servant leadership that mirrors Christ's relationship with the church.

This message focuses on the biblical principles of love and respect in marriage, particularly emphasizing the husband's role in loving his wife. The speaker discusses the importance of closeness and openness in a marriage, drawing from various scripture passages, including Ephesians and Song of Solomon. He highlights how men can demonstrate love through actions that foster intimacy and connection. The message encourages husbands to understand their wives' needs for emotional closeness and open communication to strengthen their relationships.

This sermon focuses on the biblical principles of understanding and respecting one's spouse, particularly within the context of marriage. The speaker emphasizes the importance of husbands loving their wives as Christ loves the church and the necessity of understanding their needs and feelings. Key points include the significance of communication, the role of love languages, and the importance of conflict resolution through gentleness and taking responsibility. The message encourages husbands to invest time and effort into understanding their wives to foster a healthier marriage.

This message emphasizes the importance of loyalty in marriage, highlighting how husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the church. The speaker discusses practical ways to demonstrate loyalty, such as reassuring wives with words and actions, making a covenant with one's eyes, and committing to faithfulness. He uses biblical references, particularly from Ephesians and the Song of Solomon, to illustrate the principles of love and respect within marriage. The message concludes with a call for men to renew their commitment to their wives and uphold the sanctity of marriage as a lifelong covenant.

This message focuses on how husbands are called to love their wives, drawing from Ephesians 5 and other scriptures. The speaker emphasizes the importance of loyalty, esteem, and cherishing one's wife through actions and words. Practical ways to express love include sharing life, praising her contributions, and treating her with respect. The message encourages husbands to understand their wives' needs for affirmation and to actively demonstrate their love through symbolic gestures. Ultimately, the call is to love wives as Christ loves the church.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of respect in marriage, particularly from wives towards their husbands. The speaker discusses how a husband's greatest need is respect, as outlined in Ephesians 5:33. He explains that God has instilled in men a desire to work, achieve, protect, and provide for their families. The message encourages wives to appreciate these qualities and to support their husbands in their roles, highlighting that respect is crucial for a healthy marriage.

The message focuses on the biblical principles of marriage, particularly the roles of husbands and wives as outlined in Ephesians 5. The speaker emphasizes the importance of love and respect, highlighting that husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church, while wives are to respect their husbands. The message also addresses cultural objections to biblical authority and submission, clarifying that these roles are rooted in God's design for marriage. Practical advice is given for how wives can show respect for their husbands' authority and insight.

This message focuses on the roles of husbands and wives in a marriage, emphasizing the importance of love and respect. The speaker discusses how husbands should love their wives as themselves, while wives should respect their husbands. The message highlights the differences in communication styles between men and women, particularly the need for shoulder-to-shoulder friendship for men. Additionally, it addresses the significance of sexual intimacy within marriage and the biblical principles surrounding it. The speaker encourages couples to meet each other's needs to strengthen their marriage.

This message addresses the importance of resolving conflict in marriage, emphasizing that differences in personality and the presence of faults are common challenges. The speaker outlines three general principles for conflict resolution: recognizing differences, acknowledging faults, and understanding that conflict can be resolved. Specific biblical principles are provided, including self-examination, effective communication, forgiveness, and focusing on each other's strengths. The message concludes with a prayer for marriages facing difficulties, encouraging couples to apply these principles to restore harmony.

This sermon discusses the importance of leaving father and mother in the context of marriage, emphasizing loyalty to one's spouse over parental relationships. The speaker outlines practical applications for avoiding conflict with parents, including managing time, finances, and advice. He stresses the need to honor parents while establishing a new loyalty to one's spouse and children. Additionally, the message highlights the responsibility of caring for aging parents and the balance required in maintaining a healthy marriage. Overall, the sermon encourages couples to navigate their relationships with parents thoughtfully to foster harmony in their marriage.

This message emphasizes the critical role of communication in marriages, highlighting that despite technological advancements, many couples struggle to connect on a deeper level. The speaker discusses various hindrances to effective communication, such as pride, anger, and misunderstanding, and offers practical solutions based on biblical principles found in Ephesians 4. Key strategies include being open and truthful, not allowing anger to fester, and committing issues to God in prayer. The message concludes with a call to action for couples to start breaking down communication barriers and work towards healing their relationships.

This message discusses the pervasive issue of selfishness in marriages and emphasizes the importance of selflessness. The speaker highlights how individualism and a decline in moral virtues contribute to marital conflicts. Drawing from Philippians 2, the message outlines principles of unselfishness, such as valuing others above oneself and avoiding selfish ambition. The speaker encourages couples to adopt a mindset similar to Christ's, focusing on serving and loving each other rather than seeking personal fulfillment.

This message discusses the importance of building love into marriage through understanding, cultivation, and rekindling. The speaker emphasizes that love is not merely a feeling but a commitment to selfless giving for the benefit of one's partner. Key biblical references highlight the nature of love as described in Ephesians and 1 Corinthians, focusing on patience, kindness, and sacrifice. The message also addresses common myths about love, urging couples to actively cultivate their relationship to ensure its longevity and health.

This message emphasizes the importance of honesty in relationships, particularly in marriage. The speaker discusses how many relationships suffer from superficiality due to a lack of truthfulness and the consequences that arise from avoiding difficult conversations. Biblical principles are highlighted, including the necessity of speaking truthfully and the dangers of dishonesty. The message encourages listeners to cultivate open and honest communication to foster deeper connections and avoid the pitfalls of deceit.

This message addresses the cultural shift in attitudes towards money and possessions, highlighting how the 'money monster' has negatively impacted families and marriages. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding both wrong and right attitudes towards money, as outlined in 1 Timothy 6. Key principles include recognizing money as a servant rather than a master, prioritizing spiritual over material wealth, and practicing generosity and contentment. The message concludes with practical steps for sound financial management to achieve harmony in relationships.

This message addresses the challenges faced by a believing wife living with an unbelieving husband, emphasizing the importance of submission, moral purity, and inner beauty. The speaker highlights that the solution is not to leave the marriage or pressure the husband with words, but rather to demonstrate a consistent, godly life that reflects Christ's love. The message draws from 1 Peter 3, encouraging believers to focus on their behavior and character as a means to influence their unbelieving spouse positively. Ultimately, the speaker stresses the significance of inner beauty and a gentle spirit in winning over an unbelieving partner.

This message addresses the complexities of divorce within the context of Christian teachings. The speaker emphasizes God's original design for marriage as a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman, while acknowledging the reality of living in a fallen world where divorce occurs. He discusses biblical allowances for divorce, particularly in cases of infidelity and abandonment, and stresses the importance of grace, understanding, and compassion for those affected by divorce. The message concludes with a call for the church to support and restore individuals who have experienced divorce, emphasizing that they are not second-class Christians and can be forgiven and restored.

This message focuses on the themes of transition and facing challenges, drawing parallels between the biblical account of Joshua and the personal experiences of the speaker. The speaker reflects on their own journey of leadership and the importance of trusting in God's promises during times of change. Key points include the necessity of facing challenges head-on, relying on God's constant presence, and the power of His promises. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being strong and courageous, as well as the need to immerse oneself in the Word of God for strength and guidance.