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Problems in the Exercise of Spiritual Language, Pt. 1

Problems in the Exercise of Spiritual Language, Pt. 1

In this message, Pastor Jack explores the practical dimensions of Spirit-filled life, focusing on problems that can arise with the spiritual language. He draws from Peter's walking on water in Matthew 14 to illustrate both entering into the baptism of the Holy Spirit and learning to walk in it. Pastor Jack addresses common misconceptions about speaking in tongues, emphasizing that it's a volitional act involving the believer's mind and vocal equipment—not an ecstatic trance—and encourages believers to develop this gift as part of their devotional life.
How to Receive the Baptism With the Holy Spirit

How to Receive the Baptism With the Holy Spirit

Pastor Jack teaches on how to receive the baptism with the Holy Spirit, presenting five practical steps drawn from Peter's experience of walking on water. He emphasizes that Jesus invites believers to participate in miracle life through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and that this experience is not optional but commanded by Christ. The message concludes with an invitation for those present to receive this gift.
Learning How to Speak in English

Learning How to Speak in English

Pastor Jack teaches on the profound responsibility that comes with Spirit-filled living, focusing on how believers must learn to speak wisely in their native language before addressing spiritual languages like tongues. Drawing from Romans 10 and Acts 2, he explains that as sons and daughters of a God who spoke all things into existence, our words carry creative power and must be disciplined. He provides nine practical principles for when to keep silent, emphasizing that learning when not to speak is foundational to speaking prophetically as oracles of God.
Care and Feeding of a Spiritual Mind, Romans #22

Care and Feeding of a Spiritual Mind, Romans #22

Pastor Jack explores the key to spirit-filled living through Romans 8:5-9, focusing on what it means to be spiritually minded. He explains that spiritual-mindedness is not merely intellectual but a deep "gut-level" orientation of the heart, nourished by reading God's Word, praying in the Spirit, fellowship with believers, and following after the things of the Spirit. Drawing on the law of seedtime and harvest, Pastor Jack teaches that consistently sowing to the Spirit guarantees spiritual growth and abundant life.
The Ministry of Prophecy

The Ministry of Prophecy

In this message, Pastor Jack explores the ministry of prophecy, drawing clear distinctions between the office of the prophet and the believer's exercise of the gift of prophecy. He teaches from 1 Corinthians 14 about the nature and purpose of prophecy—for edification, exhortation, and comfort—and gives practical guidance on how believers can cultivate and appropriately exercise this spiritual gift in the body of Christ.
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