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Developing Dimensions of Spirit-Filled Living

Developing Dimensions of Spirit-Filled Living

Pastor Jack explores the third chapter of Ephesians, focusing on developing dimensions of true Spirit-filled living. Using vivid illustrations of palm trees, the Empire State Building, and reservoirs, he emphasizes that being filled with the Holy Spirit isn't merely a one-time experience but should lead to ongoing stability and spiritual growth. Pastor Jack teaches that God desires believers to be rooted and grounded, strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man, so they can become resources of God's love and power to others.
On Women Keeping Silent in the Churches

On Women Keeping Silent in the Churches

Pastor Jack teaches on one of the most misunderstood passages in Scripture?women keeping silence in the church. He carefully expounds 1 Corinthians 14 and 1 Timothy 2, demonstrating through contextual and scriptural comparison that Paul is not muzzling women but calling for orderly worship and encouraging men to take spiritual initiative. Pastor Jack affirms the vital contribution of women throughout Scripture and church history, and concludes that God's liberating Word frees both men and women to flourish in redemptive partnership.
The Hope of His Calling

The Hope of His Calling

Pastor Jack draws from Ephesians 1:15-23 to explore God's high hopes for the church?not our ambitions for ourselves, but the Father's expectations for us. He teaches that the same resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to break the shackles of our helplessness and fear, and that the church is called to be the fullness of Christ, manifesting His life to the world.
The Holy Spirit and You

The Holy Spirit and You

Pastor Jack teaches on the operation of spiritual gifts in the life of believers, particularly in home and small group settings. Drawing from 1 Corinthians, he explains that spiritual gifts function in the same way as the baptism of the Holy Spirit?through believing God's Word, stepping out in faith, and resisting doubt. Pastor Jack emphasizes that God desires to distribute His gifts profusely through every believer, challenging the church to move from neglect to active participation in delivering these divine presents to a world in need.
The Night of The Rainbow

The Night of The Rainbow

Pastor Jack shares a deeply personal revelation about God's glory dwelling upon the Church on the Way. Drawing from John 17 and Jesus' high priestly prayer, he recounts the powerful vision from January 1970 when he witnessed the visible manifestation of God's glory filling the sanctuary, and more recently, God's promise that their last Easter in the current building was approaching. On this outdoor communion service, as the congregation gathers flexibly on the church lawn, a rainbow appears overhead?a divine confirmation that God's glory goes before them, covers them, and protects them as they step into new patterns of ministry and home meetings.
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