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Girding in Prayer for Growth

Girding in Prayer for Growth

Girding in Prayer for Growth

by | Jun 27, 2026

In this message from July 3, 1977, Pastor Jack explores God's call for the Church on the Way to become a house of prayer for all nations. He teaches from 1 Timothy 2 about the priority of intercessory prayer, explaining how the congregation is learning to pray for nations around the world, for the United States, and for government leaders. Pastor Jack also introduces a significant new direction: beginning in August, the church will launch home group meetings throughout the Los Angeles area, extending ministry beyond the building while maintaining spiritual authority and coordination.
“Dispensing” in Dispensation

“Dispensing” in Dispensation

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack teaches on the concept of dispensation from Ephesians 1, explaining that God has called the Church to be "dispensers" of His life and love to the world. Drawing from the Greek word "oikonomia" (stewardship), he challenges the congregation to understand that every believer is meant to function as a dispensing machine of God's grace?not just clergy or trained leaders. He unveils a vision for a "ministry revolution" involving home group meetings throughout Southern California, emphasizing that the Church must expand beyond its physical building to reach multitudes hungry for New Testament life.
De-Mystifying the Mysterious

De-Mystifying the Mysterious

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack explores the biblical concept of "mystery" from Ephesians chapter 1, explaining that it means a secret now openly revealed. Drawing from numerous New Testament passages, he teaches that God has removed all guesswork about His will, pleasure, and purpose toward believers, inviting us into full understanding of His workings and partnership in His power. Pastor Jack also addresses practical matters of the church's prayer ministry and property purchase plans.
Knowing Who We Are

Knowing Who We Are

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack launches a new series on the book of Ephesians, focusing on discovering our identity in Christ as the foundation for authentic ministry. He emphasizes that God has specifically chosen, adopted, and accepted each believer for unique purpose, and that ministry flows not from activity or effort, but from understanding who we are in Him. Using vivid illustrations about keys and adoption, Pastor Jack challenges the congregation to move beyond survival thinking and step into their God-given calling during what he calls the "Summer of Ministry Availability."
Releasing Ministry and Serving Multitudes

Releasing Ministry and Serving Multitudes

by | Jun 27, 2026

Pastor Jack explores the biblical pattern of releasing ministry to multitudes by examining Moses' delegation in Exodus, Jesus' selection of the twelve, and the structure of the early church. He challenges the congregation to move beyond limiting ideas about leadership maturity, arguing that God desires at least one out of every ten people to serve in some form of ministry leadership, and calls for a massive expansion of home meetings and grassroots ministry in the church.
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