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How to Handle Fear of Violence

How to Handle Fear of Violence

Pastor Jack addresses the growing fear of violence gripping his city in December 1977, prompted by specific incidents affecting members of his own family and congregation. Drawing from Psalm 91, he teaches practical steps for handling fear: confronting it honestly before God, identifying its demonic source, specifying the exact fear, and standing on God's promises. He illustrates these principles through a tender account of reading Psalm 91 with his nine-year-old daughter who was afraid at bedtime, showing how Scripture and worship displace fear with faith.
The Danger Signs Pointing Back

The Danger Signs Pointing Back

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.
The Woman’s Place in Ministry

The Woman’s Place in Ministry

Pastor Jack addresses practical questions about a woman's place and role in the church and home, focusing on commonly misunderstood passages about women keeping silence. He carefully expounds 1 Corinthians 14:34 and 1 Timothy 2:8-12, explaining that these verses address a woman's relationship with her husband rather than prohibiting all women from teaching or speaking. The majority of the session consists of Pastor Jack fielding questions from women about submission, correcting husbands, handling difficult domestic situations, and navigating complex marital dynamics with grace and wisdom.
The Wisdom of Giving Thanks ? 1977

The Wisdom of Giving Thanks ? 1977

Pastor Jack draws from Psalm 122 and current events in the Middle East to explore the wisdom of giving thanks and intercessory prayer. In this Thanksgiving Eve service from 1977, he examines the prophetic significance of Egyptian President Anwar Sadat's historic visit to Jerusalem, calling believers to pray strategically for peace in the region, for the United States to stand firm with Israel, and for discernment as prophetic events unfold. The message culminates in worship and prayer ministry, emphasizing that thanksgiving keeps people spiritually "straight" and aligned with God's purposes.
The Healing Wounds of Christ

The Healing Wounds of Christ

Pastor Jack teaches on the healing work of Christ, drawing from his wounds to bring wholeness to every broken area of our lives. In this communion message, he reveals how Jesus was pierced at specific points?hands, feet, side, back, brow?not only to forgive sin, but to heal the shame and stain that linger from our past. Pastor Jack invites the congregation to receive wholeness through the broken body of Christ.
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