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Have Yourself a Maranatha Christmas

Have Yourself a Maranatha Christmas

Have Yourself a Maranatha Christmas

by | Jun 27, 2026

In this Christmas morning message from 1977, Pastor Jack teaches on what he calls a "Maranatha Christmas"?celebrating not only that Christ came, but that He is coming again. Drawing from the story of Zacharias and Elizabeth in Luke 1, Pastor Jack explores how God chose ordinary people to play extraordinary roles in His redemptive plans, just as He desires to work through us today as we await Christ's return.
The Danger Signs Pointing Back

The Danger Signs Pointing Back

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack teaches on maintaining spiritual readiness for Christ's return, using the parable of the ten virgins and the story of Lot's wife. He emphasizes that spiritual preparedness isn't about keeping rigid lists of do's and don'ts, but about maintaining a current, vital work of the Holy Spirit in one's life through obedience to God's Word and responsive discipleship. Pastor Jack challenges the men to cultivate spiritual sensitivity in their own lives while learning to minister grace?not legalism?to others struggling with questionable practices.
Why Some Prayers Don’t Seem to Succeed, Pt. 1

Why Some Prayers Don’t Seem to Succeed, Pt. 1

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack explores the question of why some prayers seem to go unanswered, drawing from the disciples' failure to cast out a demon in Mark 9. He teaches that effectiveness in prayer often depends on three foundational disciplines: laying down a foundation of prayer and fasting, persisting in supplication and fasting (as illustrated by Daniel's 21-day struggle), and maintaining right relationships with others. Pastor Jack emphasizes that unanswered prayer isn't always God saying "no"?sometimes spiritual barriers must be broken through consistent spiritual discipline and reconciliation.
Leading Multitudes

Leading Multitudes

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack teaches on leadership and spiritual growth using the story of David in 1 Samuel 22. Drawing from David's gathering of distressed, indebted, and discontented men at the cave of Adullam, Pastor Jack explores how God transforms unlikely followers into mighty leaders through submission, servanthood, and unity. He challenges the church to prepare for a new dimension of ministry that can reach the masses, emphasizing that balance, wisdom, order, and a single heart are essential traits for those who would lead multitudes.
A Place to Dwell Together

A Place to Dwell Together

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack teaches on the importance of responding to God's call to "dwell" in the place He has prepared for us. Drawing from Jacob's journey back to Bethel, he explores three key principles: God's call to return to the place of divine encounter, the cleansing required in home, heart, and habits, and the commitment to step out in faith. Pastor Jack emphasizes that spiritual growth happens when families move beyond religious rules to authentic testimony and relationship with God.
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