https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ en Pastor John Butler Real. Relational. Reaching. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Pastor John Butler Real. Relational. Reaching. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Pastor John Butler Real. Relational. Reaching. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… Copyright 2026 Pastor John Butler Pastor John Butler media@kingdomrock.org false covenant life, john butler, bremen, Bible, teaching, preaching, gospel, Jesus Christ, church of God, Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:13:00 +0000 John Butler This week, we are starting a brand new series called The Core Four. If you call yourself a follower of Jesus, this series is for you regardless of age, stage, or person. In Galatians 4:19, Paul said that he was going to continue to minister to the Galatian church until Christ is fully formed in them, so the goal of every believer should be to have Christ fully formed within them. There are probably a thousand things you could say about the character and nature of someone who follows Jesus. In this series, we’re going to talk about four core values that may be the most important — so much so that we’re going to change our core values at Covenant Life Church. The first of these four core values (and the title of this week’s message) is Humility. This week, we are starting a brand new series called The Core Four. If you call yourself a follower of Jesus, this series is for you regardless of age, stage, or person. In Galatians 4:19, Paul said that he was going to continue to minister to the Galatian church until Christ is fully formed in them, so the goal of every believer should be to have Christ fully formed within them. There are probably a thousand things you could say about the character and nature of someone who follows Jesus. In this series, we’re going to talk about four core values that may be the most important — so much so that we’re going to change our core values at Covenant Life Church. The first of these four core values (and the title of this week’s message) is Humility. This week, we are starting a brand new series called The Core Four. If you call yourself a follower of Jesus, this series is for you regardless of age, stage, or person. In Galatians 4:19, Paul said that he was going to continue to minister to the Gal… John Butler 2082 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22547255/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecorefourseriespart1humility/id/4367040.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22547255 pastor, doctor, preach, core, four, Paul, Galatians, Christ, character, nature, follower, Jesus, values, humility, arrogant, God, humble, repentance Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:44:00 +0000 Jason and Holly Painter “One thing I noticed as we were preparing this presentation is that it isn't just a testimony. It is testimony after testimony. God is so faithful. His love is sufficient. His grace is sufficient. His mercy is sufficient. His provision is sufficient.” This week, our Marriage Ministry leaders — Jason and Holly Painter — share their story. Along the way, they reflect on all the times God showed up mightily in their lives and talk about their desire to help other couples be successful. “One thing I noticed as we were preparing this presentation is that it isn't just a testimony. It is testimony after testimony. God is so faithful. His love is sufficient. His grace is sufficient. His mercy is sufficient. His provision is sufficient.” This week, our Marriage Ministry leaders — Jason and Holly Painter — share their story. Along the way, they reflect on all the times God showed up mightily in their lives and talk about their desire to help other couples be successful. “One thing I noticed as we were preparing this presentation is that it isn't just a testimony. It is testimony after testimony. God is so faithful. His love is sufficient. His grace is sufficient. His mercy is sufficient. His provision is sufficient.” … Jason and Holly Painter 3229 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22545084/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_meetourmarriageministryleaders/id/4364930.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22545084 marriage, ministry, story, testimony, hope, provision, story, engagement, love, wedding, family, firefighter, church, salvation, Jesus, work, job, eme Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:48:00 +0000 John Butler Pastor John has been in ministry for a long time, and he has learned that there is always something else to do. You never get caught up. You never run out of things that need to be done. You’re constantly looking for ways to keep things fresh or make them more effective. There’s always something to learn, something to improve, some area in which to grow. There’s nothing wrong with any of that as long as you don’t forget to keep the main thing the main thing. With this in mind, we’re doubling down on the main things this week. In this message, the goal is to strip away all the stuff that might get in the way of accomplishing our collective calling as believers. It is a reminder about the reason we’re all here. Pastor John has been in ministry for a long time, and he has learned that there is always something else to do. You never get caught up. You never run out of things that need to be done. You’re constantly looking for ways to keep things fresh or make them more effective. There’s always something to learn, something to improve, some area in which to grow. There’s nothing wrong with any of that as long as you don’t forget to keep the main thing the main thing. With this in mind, we’re doubling down on the main things this week. In this message, the goal is to strip away all the stuff that might get in the way of accomplishing our collective calling as believers. It is a reminder about the reason we’re all here. Pastor John has been in ministry for a long time, and he has learned that there is always something else to do. You never get caught up. You never run out of things that need to be done. You’re constantly looking for ways to keep things fresh or make t… John Butler 1984 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22543176/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whyarewehere/id/4363076.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22543176 ministry, growth, main thing, Jesus Christ, God, Holy Spirit, law, gospel, power, righteous, salvation, prayer, rapture, sin, free, faith, family, chu Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:09:00 +0000 John Butler We’ve covered a lot of ground throughout our series on mental and spiritual health called It Is Well With My Soul. Hopefully, we have stripped away some of the shame and stigma, so you are more comfortable using whatever means you have at your disposal to get healthy. At the same time, you have to remember that Jesus is the Healer. All of the ways of healing are gifts of God’s grace to help His people, so as you find and figure out what works, give glory to God for it. In 1 Kings 19:13-18, we find God’s response to Elijah’s complaint, His answer to the problem that sent the prophet running into the wilderness, suicidal and alone. He was at rock bottom. He had carried too much for too long and forgot who he was. That might be the best way to put almost every mental health crisis — no matter how disruptive or debilitating. This week, we’re finishing our series with a message all about what to do when you’ve reached rock bottom. We’ve covered a lot of ground throughout our series on mental and spiritual health called It Is Well With My Soul. Hopefully, we have stripped away some of the shame and stigma, so you are more comfortable using whatever means you have at your disposal to get healthy. At the same time, you have to remember that Jesus is the Healer. All of the ways of healing are gifts of God’s grace to help His people, so as you find and figure out what works, give glory to God for it. In 1 Kings 19:13-18, we find God’s response to Elijah’s complaint, His answer to the problem that sent the prophet running into the wilderness, suicidal and alone. He was at rock bottom. He had carried too much for too long and forgot who he was. That might be the best way to put almost every mental health crisis — no matter how disruptive or debilitating. This week, we’re finishing our series with a message all about what to do when you’ve reached rock bottom. We’ve covered a lot of ground throughout our series on mental and spiritual health called It Is Well With My Soul. Hopefully, we have stripped away some of the shame and stigma, so you are more comfortable using whatever means you have at your disposal… John Butler 2699 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22541203/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itiswellwithmysoulseriespart6t/id/4361184.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22541203 mental, spiritual, health, it is well with my soul, Jesus, Holy Spirit, God, Father, gifts, healing, path, better, Elijah, crisis, complaint, carry, h Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:20:00 +0000 John Butler In our current series called It Is Well With My Soul, we are talking about being spiritually healthy by being mentally healthy. These two areas of our well-being occupy the same space. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions, which is where mental health rests. You can’t be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time, so if you are going to say, “it is well with my soul,” you have to check in on our thoughts, feelings, and decisions to make sure they are aligned with God’s Word and will. Last week, we started looking at the account of Elijah fleeing into the wilderness after Queen Jezebel threatened his life. We talked about his need for rest, nutrition, hydration, and the need for connection. Those are physical things you can do to get someone stabilized enough to receive help and healing at the soul level. This week, we’re going to talk more about that help and healing by exploring how Elijah got into the mess he was in and how we can come back from, or avoid hitting, rock bottom. In our current series called It Is Well With My Soul, we are talking about being spiritually healthy by being mentally healthy. These two areas of our well-being occupy the same space. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions, which is where mental health rests. You can’t be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time, so if you are going to say, “it is well with my soul,” you have to check in on our thoughts, feelings, and decisions to make sure they are aligned with God’s Word and will. Last week, we started looking at the account of Elijah fleeing into the wilderness after Queen Jezebel threatened his life. We talked about his need for rest, nutrition, hydration, and the need for connection. Those are physical things you can do to get someone stabilized enough to receive help and healing at the soul level. This week, we’re going to talk more about that help and healing by exploring how Elijah got into the mess he was in and how we can come back from, or avoid hitting, rock bottom. In our current series called It Is Well With My Soul, we are talking about being spiritually healthy by being mentally healthy. These two areas of our well-being occupy the same space. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions, which is where mental h… John Butler 2038 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22539135/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itiswellwithmysoulseriespart5t/id/4359189.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22539135 well, soul, mental health, spiritual, mind, will, emotions, thoughts, feelings, decisions, Elijah, wilderness, rest, nutrition, hydration, connection, Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:58:00 +0000 John Butler We are in a series called “It Is Well With My Soul.” As we have learned, a soul is made up of mind, will, and emotions. It’s our thoughts, feelings, and decisions. Proverbs 4 says to guard it above all things because all the issues of our lives are sourced in our souls, and it’s easy to see why. In this series, we have talked about the fact that our soul occupies the same space as our mental health. In fact, one of the main reasons we’re talking about this in church is that it is impossible for a person to be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. Today is the pivot point in this series. We’ve spent a few weeks making the connection between spiritual and mental health, and we’ve explored some examples to help you identify areas of need in your own life. At the same time, we have tried to strip away the shame and stigma, so people can feel free to get the help they need for whatever they are going through. We’ve spent a lot of time talking about the problems, but this week, we’re going to start talking about solutions, beginning with Psalm 23 and how the Lord restores our soul with green pastures and still waters. We are in a series called “It Is Well With My Soul.” As we have learned, a soul is made up of mind, will, and emotions. It’s our thoughts, feelings, and decisions. Proverbs 4 says to guard it above all things because all the issues of our lives are sourced in our souls, and it’s easy to see why. In this series, we have talked about the fact that our soul occupies the same space as our mental health. In fact, one of the main reasons we’re talking about this in church is that it is impossible for a person to be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. Today is the pivot point in this series. We’ve spent a few weeks making the connection between spiritual and mental health, and we’ve explored some examples to help you identify areas of need in your own life. At the same time, we have tried to strip away the shame and stigma, so people can feel free to get the help they need for whatever they are going through. We’ve spent a lot of time talking about the problems, but this week, we’re going to start talking about solutions, beginning with Psalm 23 and how the Lord restores our soul with green pastures and still waters. We are in a series called “It Is Well With My Soul.” As we have learned, a soul is made up of mind, will, and emotions. It’s our thoughts, feelings, and decisions. Proverbs 4 says to guard it above all things because all the issues of our lives are sou… John Butler 2387 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22536849/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itiswellwithmysoulseriespart4g/id/4356954.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22536849 well, soul, mind, will, emotions, thoughts, feelings, decisions, mental health, spiritual, problems, solutions, scars, wounds, therapy, Bible, guard Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0000 John Butler As we celebrate Father’s Day, we are continuing our series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, your emotions, and your decision-making process. It occupies the same space as your mental health, so in order to say that it is well with your soul, you have to be able to say, “It is well with my mental health.” Can you say that? Are your thoughts positive and healthy? Are you emotionally stable and able to enjoy your family? Do you make solid decisions? Hebrews 12:10 tells us that “our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they knew how.” That verse can bring so much comfort and hope to dads because God doesn’t need us to be perfect because He is already perfect. In fact, the perfect dad is not a perfect man; he’s a flawed man who is surrendered to His Father. God is asking us just to do the best we can do — and along the way, if we can do that, we will set our families up for spiritual and mental health. As we celebrate Father’s Day, we are continuing our series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, your emotions, and your decision-making process. It occupies the same space as your mental health, so in order to say that it is well with your soul, you have to be able to say, “It is well with my mental health.” Can you say that? Are your thoughts positive and healthy? Are you emotionally stable and able to enjoy your family? Do you make solid decisions? Hebrews 12:10 tells us that “our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they knew how.” That verse can bring so much comfort and hope to dads because God doesn’t need us to be perfect because He is already perfect. In fact, the perfect dad is not a perfect man; he’s a flawed man who is surrendered to His Father. God is asking us just to do the best we can do — and along the way, if we can do that, we will set our families up for spiritual and mental health. As we celebrate Father’s Day, we are continuing our series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, your emotions, and your decision-making process. It occupies the same space as your mental health, so in order to say that it is well wit… John Butler 2384 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22535037/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itiswellwithmysoulseriespart3d/id/4355173.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22535037 Father’s Day, dad, kids, soul, mind, emotions, decisions, mental, spiritual, health, nothing, men, isolation, protection, affection, Father, doing, be Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:18:00 +0000 John Butler Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space, so that means you cannot be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. They are connected. Because of this fact, it’s time to be honest about how you are doing mentally and how you’re getting along with the people around you. Holding it all inside isn’t brave or courageous; it’s foolish and selfish. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you suck it up and deal with it. The enemies of our mental health are real and should not be taken lightly. Untreated mental health destroys marriages, ministries, careers, and lives, so you need to be honest about the things in your life that are becoming unmanageable. This week, we’re exploring Enemies of My Soul’s Health. Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space, so that means you cannot be spiritually healthy and mentally unhealthy at the same time. They are connected. Because of this fact, it’s time to be honest about how you are doing mentally and how you’re getting along with the people around you. Holding it all inside isn’t brave or courageous; it’s foolish and selfish. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you suck it up and deal with it. The enemies of our mental health are real and should not be taken lightly. Untreated mental health destroys marriages, ministries, careers, and lives, so you need to be honest about the things in your life that are becoming unmanageable. This week, we’re exploring Enemies of My Soul’s Health. Last week, we began a new series called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions. Our Heavenly Father wants our souls to be healed, restored, rested, and guarded. Your spiritual health and mental health occupy the same space,… John Butler 2763 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22533000/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itiswellwithmysoulseriespart2e/id/4353161.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22533000 well, soul, mind, will, emotions, healed, restored, rested, guarded, spiritual, mental, health, relationships, community, Jesus, Christ, followers, Ch Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:50:00 +0000 John Butler Your soul is vital, and sometimes, it needs to be reset back to factory settings. Psalm 23 says a good Shepherd has to occasionally lead you to a place where your soul can be restored, a place of green pastures, still waters, and lying down. Why does a soul need restoring? Because you may have to walk through seasons of grief, have people who hurt you or just generally get beat up by the trials of life. Proverbs 4:23 — another famous verse — tells us to guard our hearts and says that it determines the course of your life. Biblically, your heart is your soul, which encompasses your mind, will, and emotions. If it is so important, why does the church only talk about saving souls rather than guarding or restoring souls? This week, we’re starting a new series about mental health called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is vital, and sometimes, it needs to be reset back to factory settings. Psalm 23 says a good Shepherd has to occasionally lead you to a place where your soul can be restored, a place of green pastures, still waters, and lying down. Why does a soul need restoring? Because you may have to walk through seasons of grief, have people who hurt you or just generally get beat up by the trials of life. Proverbs 4:23 — another famous verse — tells us to guard our hearts and says that it determines the course of your life. Biblically, your heart is your soul, which encompasses your mind, will, and emotions. If it is so important, why does the church only talk about saving souls rather than guarding or restoring souls? This week, we’re starting a new series about mental health called It Is Well With My Soul. Your soul is vital, and sometimes, it needs to be reset back to factory settings. Psalm 23 says a good Shepherd has to occasionally lead you to a place where your soul can be restored, a place of green pastures, still waters, and lying down. Why does a… John Butler 2329 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22530988/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itiswellwithmysoulseriespart1g/id/4351150.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22530988 soul, important, vital, restore, Psalm, Proverbs, guard, heart, it is well, mind, will, emotions, mental health, spiritual health, thoughts, decisions Sun, 31 May 2026 12:07:00 +0000 John Butler Most parents want their children to be able to chase their dreams, and they often do all they can to build a place of possibility for their kids to go and be successful. This week, we’re talking about what it means to create a home where anything is possible, but that goal comes with a positive version and a negative version. The Bible speaks to both. Scripture is full of advice for parents and children. It contains encouragements and warnings, ways to live and ways not to live, things to do and things not to do. This is not a message about creating the perfect home because there isn’t one of those; it’s about the atmosphere that we create inside our homes and the impact of the choices we make. Most parents want their children to be able to chase their dreams, and they often do all they can to build a place of possibility for their kids to go and be successful. This week, we’re talking about what it means to create a home where anything is possible, but that goal comes with a positive version and a negative version. The Bible speaks to both. Scripture is full of advice for parents and children. It contains encouragements and warnings, ways to live and ways not to live, things to do and things not to do. This is not a message about creating the perfect home because there isn’t one of those; it’s about the atmosphere that we create inside our homes and the impact of the choices we make. Most parents want their children to be able to chase their dreams, and they often do all they can to build a place of possibility for their kids to go and be successful. This week, we’re talking about what it means to create a home where anything is po… John Butler 1948 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22528937/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ahomewhereanythingispossible/id/4349171.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22528937 kid, parent, children, families, Bible, advice, home, where, anything, possible, jealousy, selfish, ambition, evil, prayer, God, fight, cry, manipulat Sun, 24 May 2026 10:57:00 +0000 John Butler In Acts 10:1-5, we read about a man named Cornelius. He was a righteous Gentile who loved God, prayed to Him and also gave to those in need. In describing Cornelius, the Bible uses a specific Greek term that only appears three times in the New Treatment. The verses say his prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a “memorial” before God — a word that is also used in Mark 14 and Matthew 26. As we recognize Memorial Day this week, we’re looking at this biblical concept of a “memorial” to explore the things that God remembers. Because He is omniscient, God knows and remembers everything, but just like He chooses to forget our sins when we seek His forgiveness, there are also things that move Him to such an extent that He chooses to bring them to the forefront of His memory and ours. In Acts 10:1-5, we read about a man named Cornelius. He was a righteous Gentile who loved God, prayed to Him and also gave to those in need. In describing Cornelius, the Bible uses a specific Greek term that only appears three times in the New Treatment. The verses say his prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a “memorial” before God — a word that is also used in Mark 14 and Matthew 26. As we recognize Memorial Day this week, we’re looking at this biblical concept of a “memorial” to explore the things that God remembers. Because He is omniscient, God knows and remembers everything, but just like He chooses to forget our sins when we seek His forgiveness, there are also things that move Him to such an extent that He chooses to bring them to the forefront of His memory and ours. In Acts 10:1-5, we read about a man named Cornelius. He was a righteous Gentile who loved God, prayed to Him and also gave to those in need. In describing Cornelius, the Bible uses a specific Greek term that only appears three times in the New Treatmen… John Butler 1990 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22526322/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethingsgodremembers/id/4346645.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22526322 things, God, remembers, knows, forgets, Memorial Day, memorial, Cornelius, Bible, prayers, gratitude, desperation, intercession, generosity, faith, wo Mon, 18 May 2026 02:09:00 +0000 Matt Carlisle Life is beautiful and offers many great opportunities, but unfortunately, it also has the potential to cause hurt and pain. If we’re going to follow God and succeed, we need to understand the impact and influence of three things: faith, focus, and fear. This week, as part of our annual Graduation Recognition Service, Matt Carlisle — a member of the Covenant Life Student Ministry (CLSM) High School team — delivers an encouraging message to our seniors using heartfelt stories from his own life. Life is beautiful and offers many great opportunities, but unfortunately, it also has the potential to cause hurt and pain. If we’re going to follow God and succeed, we need to understand the impact and influence of three things: faith, focus, and fear. This week, as part of our annual Graduation Recognition Service, Matt Carlisle — a member of the Covenant Life Student Ministry (CLSM) High School team — delivers an encouraging message to our seniors using heartfelt stories from his own life. Life is beautiful and offers many great opportunities, but unfortunately, it also has the potential to cause hurt and pain. If we’re going to follow God and succeed, we need to understand the impact and influence of three things: faith, focus, and fear… Matt Carlisle 2238 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22524670/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_life/id/4345024.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22524670 life, beautiful, opportunity, hurt, pain, faith, focus, fear, trust, belief, God, Bible, baseball, football, basketball, world, plan, Father, rely, st Sun, 10 May 2026 12:43:00 +0000 Valerie Butler Mothers carry burdens that weigh heavily on their hearts, including worries about their family members, their finances, if they’re good enough, the past, the future, and more. We have to stop worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet — instead, we need to pray about it and give it to God. He never intended for us to carry these burdens alone; we have to let go of what we can't control, stop worrying, and let God take over. In this week’s sermon, Valerie Butler reminds us that real faith isn't about having all the answers; it's about trusting God's plan even when we aren't in the driver's seat. Just like Carrie Underwood, there are times when we have to say, “Jesus take the wheel. Take it from my hands.” Together, we’ll discover six steps toward letting go of our worries and giving them to God, which is one of the most freeing and challenging things we can do. Mothers carry burdens that weigh heavily on their hearts, including worries about their family members, their finances, if they’re good enough, the past, the future, and more. We have to stop worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet — instead, we need to pray about it and give it to God. He never intended for us to carry these burdens alone; we have to let go of what we can't control, stop worrying, and let God take over. In this week’s sermon, Valerie Butler reminds us that real faith isn't about having all the answers; it's about trusting God's plan even when we aren't in the driver's seat. Just like Carrie Underwood, there are times when we have to say, “Jesus take the wheel. Take it from my hands.” Together, we’ll discover six steps toward letting go of our worries and giving them to God, which is one of the most freeing and challenging things we can do. Mothers carry burdens that weigh heavily on their hearts, including worries about their family members, their finances, if they’re good enough, the past, the future, and more. We have to stop worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet — inste… Valerie Butler 2677 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22522215/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_letitgoandgiveittogod/id/4342617.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22522215 mothers, burdens, worry, pray, God, carry, alone, Jesus, rest, control, faith, answers, let go, give, process, lifestyle, surrender, prayer, need, hol Sun, 03 May 2026 11:35:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As Jews, members of the early church knew what the Old Testament said. They knew the law, the prophets and the symbols of the Holy Spirit we’ve talked about: water, fire, cloud, oil, and wind. They knew that He came upon people to empower them for serving the Lord and withdrew again. They knew that Joel prophesied that a time would come when the Spirit would be poured out on all flesh. Everything else they knew about the Spirit came from Jesus and John the Baptist. Too often, we approach a scene or topic in the Bible based on what we know now rather than what they knew then, which limits or clouds our understanding. This week’s sermon is the last message of the Holy Water series, and we’re going to talk about the baptism in the Holy Spirit. As we approach this topic, we’re going to strip away past experiences or testimonies we’ve heard and look at what they knew leading up to Pentecost. If it was enough for them, it ought to be enough for us. As Jews, members of the early church knew what the Old Testament said. They knew the law, the prophets and the symbols of the Holy Spirit we’ve talked about: water, fire, cloud, oil, and wind. They knew that He came upon people to empower them for serving the Lord and withdrew again. They knew that Joel prophesied that a time would come when the Spirit would be poured out on all flesh. Everything else they knew about the Spirit came from Jesus and John the Baptist. Too often, we approach a scene or topic in the Bible based on what we know now rather than what they knew then, which limits or clouds our understanding. This week’s sermon is the last message of the Holy Water series, and we’re going to talk about the baptism in the Holy Spirit. As we approach this topic, we’re going to strip away past experiences or testimonies we’ve heard and look at what they knew leading up to Pentecost. If it was enough for them, it ought to be enough for us. As Jews, members of the early church knew what the Old Testament said. They knew the law, the prophets and the symbols of the Holy Spirit we’ve talked about: water, fire, cloud, oil, and wind. They knew that He came upon people to empower them for serv… Pastor John Butler 2304 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22520397/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart9overyourhe/id/4340821.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22520397 Bible, over, head, Holy Spirit, church, baptism, Pentecost, New Testament, Jews, Old Testament, Jesus, John the Baptist, disciples, Word, Lord, gift, Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:56:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Church people talk about being Christians all the time. We talk about being followers of Jesus, but what does that actually mean? If we took the time to talk to 1,000 people at churches around the west Georgia area this morning and asked them what it looks like to follow Jesus, we’d probably hear things like going to church every week, not cussing or drinking, giving money in the offering, being respectful and helping people. If that’s what it means to follow Jesus, something is wrong because you can do all those things and still be lost. If every part of Jesus’s life is supernatural, how is it that we think we can follow Him entirely in our own power? Are we to believe that our sins are forgiven supernaturally, but our life with Him is ordinary? This week, we’re talking about our need for the Holy Spirit’s power to truly live a life of impact that’s pleasing to God. Church people talk about being Christians all the time. We talk about being followers of Jesus, but what does that actually mean? If we took the time to talk to 1,000 people at churches around the west Georgia area this morning and asked them what it looks like to follow Jesus, we’d probably hear things like going to church every week, not cussing or drinking, giving money in the offering, being respectful and helping people. If that’s what it means to follow Jesus, something is wrong because you can do all those things and still be lost. If every part of Jesus’s life is supernatural, how is it that we think we can follow Him entirely in our own power? Are we to believe that our sins are forgiven supernaturally, but our life with Him is ordinary? This week, we’re talking about our need for the Holy Spirit’s power to truly live a life of impact that’s pleasing to God. Church people talk about being Christians all the time. We talk about being followers of Jesus, but what does that actually mean? If we took the time to talk to 1,000 people at churches around the west Georgia area this morning and asked them what it … Pastor John Butler 2716 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22518397/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart8everybodyi/id/4338872.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22518397 Holy Spirit, holy, water, church, Christian, Jesus, church, nice, God, hell, Bible, supernatural, ordinary, mortal, salvation, Paul, power, church, mo Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:48:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in. If you are truly saved, you are standing in the river. The will of God is for you to continue downstream, deeper and deeper, more and more surrendered to His Holy Spirit. However, there are many people who got saved and had some spiritual experiences in the river, and after some difficult times, they are now tempted to get out of the water and go completely back to their old life. This week, we’re exploring the truth that the problem isn’t the water; it’s trying to live in two worlds. Discomfort comes when you’re sloshing around in water but still trying to walk like you’re on land. In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in. If you are truly saved, you are standing in the river. The will of God is for you to continue downstream, deeper and deeper, more and more surrendered to His Holy Spirit. However, there are many people who got saved and had some spiritual experiences in the river, and after some difficult times, they are now tempted to get out of the water and go completely back to their old life. This week, we’re exploring the truth that the problem isn’t the water; it’s trying to live in two worlds. Discomfort comes when you’re sloshing around in water but still trying to walk like you’re on land. In Ezekiel 47:1-5, the prophet has a vision about a river flowing from the Temple that is believed to be a symbol of the Holy Spirit. In the vision, the river goes from ankle-deep to knee-deep to waist-deep, and then, it becomes deep enough to swim in.… Pastor John Butler 2451 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22515233/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart7theproblem/id/4335792.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22515233 Ezekiel, holy, water, river, flow, God, Holy Spirit, shallow, deep, flesh, saved, problem, Jesus, surrender, sin, peace, love, power, presence, baptis Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are in a series called Holy Water, which is based on the description of the Holy Spirit in Ezekiel 47:1-5. Some people claim that God doesn’t interact with us in a supernatural way anymore; others accept anything done in the name of the Spirit at face value. Because of this, we have spent much of our time looking at how God still speaks, works, and saves through the Spirit. Throughout our series, we have talked a lot about the Spirit part of the equation, but this week’s message is called The Holy Part. With this message, we’re diving into what makes the Spirit of God different than anyone or anything else in the world, and Pastor John is tearing down two misused and misunderstood scriptures that the devil has hidden behind for many years. We are in a series called Holy Water, which is based on the description of the Holy Spirit in Ezekiel 47:1-5. Some people claim that God doesn’t interact with us in a supernatural way anymore; others accept anything done in the name of the Spirit at face value. Because of this, we have spent much of our time looking at how God still speaks, works, and saves through the Spirit. Throughout our series, we have talked a lot about the Spirit part of the equation, but this week’s message is called The Holy Part. With this message, we’re diving into what makes the Spirit of God different than anyone or anything else in the world, and Pastor John is tearing down two misused and misunderstood scriptures that the devil has hidden behind for many years. We are in a series called Holy Water, which is based on the description of the Holy Spirit in Ezekiel 47:1-5. Some people claim that God doesn’t interact with us in a supernatural way anymore; others accept anything done in the name of the Spirit at fa… Pastor John Butler 2778 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22512781/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart6theholypar/id/4333400.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22512781 Holy Spirit, holy, water, Ezekiel, Bible, God, speak, move, work, empower, deliver, save, spiritual, supernatural, part, different, holiness, Jesus, s Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:09:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler It’s been 2,000 years since Jesus’s death, burial and resurrection, and the story has been told over and over. Because we celebrate Easter every year, it has the potential to become just another story if we’re not careful. We must remember that it’s not old news or some memory we carry. Jesus lived and died. He rose again, and He is still alive — and because of that, Easter is never really over. In every town and city, among every tribe and tongue, there are parts of the resurrection story that are still being written. Because of Jesus, people’s lives are still being changed. Their yesterdays are still being forgiven, and their tomorrows are filled with hope. This week, we’re diving into the topic of “The Easter Era,” exploring how Easter is partly past tense, partly present tense, and partly future tense. It’s been 2,000 years since Jesus’s death, burial and resurrection, and the story has been told over and over. Because we celebrate Easter every year, it has the potential to become just another story if we’re not careful. We must remember that it’s not old news or some memory we carry. Jesus lived and died. He rose again, and He is still alive — and because of that, Easter is never really over. In every town and city, among every tribe and tongue, there are parts of the resurrection story that are still being written. Because of Jesus, people’s lives are still being changed. Their yesterdays are still being forgiven, and their tomorrows are filled with hope. This week, we’re diving into the topic of “The Easter Era,” exploring how Easter is partly past tense, partly present tense, and partly future tense. It’s been 2,000 years since Jesus’s death, burial and resurrection, and the story has been told over and over. Because we celebrate Easter every year, it has the potential to become just another story if we’re not careful. We must remember that it’s no… Pastor John Butler 2323 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22510792/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeasterera/id/4331444.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22510792 story, holiday, Good Friday, Easter, history, Jesus, memory, cross, resurrection, alive, Sunday, era, past, present, future, promise, pending, place Sun, 29 Mar 2026 11:56:00 +0000 Corey Pearson Palm Sunday was a time of conflicting emotions, political and social dynamics, and the possibility of a coming Messiah. There was a lot of pressure on people, on the government and on Jesus. It’s no different for us today. If we are dealing with the pain and pressure of life, the best response is prayer, praise and worship. In this message from Corey Pearson, worship director at Covenant Life, we explore the various things that may be keeping us from fully praising God. We will discover together that praise built on outcomes doesn’t last in the face of pressure, but if our worship is built on our identity in Christ, it can endure the cross. Palm Sunday was a time of conflicting emotions, political and social dynamics, and the possibility of a coming Messiah. There was a lot of pressure on people, on the government and on Jesus. It’s no different for us today. If we are dealing with the pain and pressure of life, the best response is prayer, praise and worship. In this message from Corey Pearson, worship director at Covenant Life, we explore the various things that may be keeping us from fully praising God. We will discover together that praise built on outcomes doesn’t last in the face of pressure, but if our worship is built on our identity in Christ, it can endure the cross. Palm Sunday was a time of conflicting emotions, political and social dynamics, and the possibility of a coming Messiah. There was a lot of pressure on people, on the government and on Jesus. It’s no different for us today. If we are dealing with the pa… Corey Pearson 1833 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22507928/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatskeepingyoufromyourpraisea/id/4328623.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22507928 Palm Sunday, Messiah, pressure, pain, wrong, life, change, journey, prayer, praise, worship, peace, love, hype, surrender, honor, expectations, outcom Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are continuing our “Holy Water” series. Together, we have been exploring the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit, trying to de-mystify who He is, the ways He works and His place in our lives. Last week, we started talking about the things that the Spirit empowers believers to do after salvation, starting with a look at prayer. This week, we’re exploring how He gives power for proclamation. Over and over, the Bible says something like, “And the Spirit came mightily upon Him to do this or that.” The things the Old Testament saints were able to do were the result of the Holy Spirit’s work in their lives; He enabled them to do what they did. And the result of those supernatural happenings is that God was glorified, people were drawn to Him, and word of His goodness and power spread. We are continuing our “Holy Water” series. Together, we have been exploring the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit, trying to de-mystify who He is, the ways He works and His place in our lives. Last week, we started talking about the things that the Spirit empowers believers to do after salvation, starting with a look at prayer. This week, we’re exploring how He gives power for proclamation. Over and over, the Bible says something like, “And the Spirit came mightily upon Him to do this or that.” The things the Old Testament saints were able to do were the result of the Holy Spirit’s work in their lives; He enabled them to do what they did. And the result of those supernatural happenings is that God was glorified, people were drawn to Him, and word of His goodness and power spread. We are continuing our “Holy Water” series. Together, we have been exploring the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit, trying to de-mystify who He is, the ways He works and His place in our lives. Last week, we started talking about the things that th… Pastor John Butler 2137 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22505767/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart5powerforpr/id/4326512.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22505767 holy, water, Holy Spirit, prayer, proclamation, Joseph, prison, Jesus, God, kingdom, Daniel, Elisha, Naaman, Old Testament, Bible, power, goodness, ve Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:39:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are in a series called Holy Water. The goal is to de-mystify the Holy Spirit and re-frame Him in your mind using scripture. This is important because there is so much unbiblical teaching and opinions about Him out there — some out of ignorance and some that is intentionally deceptive. So far, we’ve learned that the Holy Spirit is God, and He serves many important roles in the life of a believer. Last week, we also discovered that there is a deeper (not different) work that the Holy Spirit wants to do in us and through us. This week, we are starting to explore what Jesus told the 500 believers who were gathered on the mountain in Acts 1:8. He said, “You will receive power after the Holy Spirit comes upon you. ”Many churches have emphasized other things when it comes to the Holy Spirit, but Jesus made it clear: conversations about what the Spirit offers to us after we’re saved must be rooted in the idea of power. For the next two weeks, we’re looking at what the Holy Spirit empowers us to do when we surrender to Him, starting with prayer. We are in a series called Holy Water. The goal is to de-mystify the Holy Spirit and re-frame Him in your mind using scripture. This is important because there is so much unbiblical teaching and opinions about Him out there — some out of ignorance and some that is intentionally deceptive. So far, we’ve learned that the Holy Spirit is God, and He serves many important roles in the life of a believer. Last week, we also discovered that there is a deeper (not different) work that the Holy Spirit wants to do in us and through us. This week, we are starting to explore what Jesus told the 500 believers who were gathered on the mountain in Acts 1:8. He said, “You will receive power after the Holy Spirit comes upon you. ”Many churches have emphasized other things when it comes to the Holy Spirit, but Jesus made it clear: conversations about what the Spirit offers to us after we’re saved must be rooted in the idea of power. For the next two weeks, we’re looking at what the Holy Spirit empowers us to do when we surrender to Him, starting with prayer. We are in a series called Holy Water. The goal is to de-mystify the Holy Spirit and re-frame Him in your mind using scripture. This is important because there is so much unbiblical teaching and opinions about Him out there — some out of ignorance and s… Pastor John Butler 2866 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22503504/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart4powerforpr/id/4324307.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22503504 holy, water, Holy Spirit, God, Father, Son, Jesus, Christ, spirit, soul, flesh, church, power, prayer, build, fight, faith, weapon, brain, language, B Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re in the third week of a series called "Holy Water," which is all about walking slowly through the Bible to understand who the Holy Spirit is and how believers are to approach, understand, and interact with Him. So far, we’ve discovered that the Holy Spirit is just as much God as the Father and the Son, He has been revealing Himself since the beginning and He resurrects a person’s spirit when they are saved and begins to influence their soul to follow Christ. This week's message challenges the idea that life for a believer after salvation is only a matter of trying to win the daily battle with the flesh. Together, we will learn that there is "something more” that is not different than salvation but deeper and expected. This "something more" is intended for everyone who gets saved, making salvation the beginning rather than the end, but to experience this saturation, the believer must surrender their soul to the Holy Spirit. We’re in the third week of a series called "Holy Water," which is all about walking slowly through the Bible to understand who the Holy Spirit is and how believers are to approach, understand, and interact with Him. So far, we’ve discovered that the Holy Spirit is just as much God as the Father and the Son, He has been revealing Himself since the beginning and He resurrects a person’s spirit when they are saved and begins to influence their soul to follow Christ. This week's message challenges the idea that life for a believer after salvation is only a matter of trying to win the daily battle with the flesh. Together, we will learn that there is "something more” that is not different than salvation but deeper and expected. This "something more" is intended for everyone who gets saved, making salvation the beginning rather than the end, but to experience this saturation, the believer must surrender their soul to the Holy Spirit. We’re in the third week of a series called "Holy Water," which is all about walking slowly through the Bible to understand who the Holy Spirit is and how believers are to approach, understand, and interact with Him. So far, we’ve discovered that the Ho… Pastor John Butler 2649 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22501224/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart3somethingm/id/4322121.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22501224 holy, water, Holy Spirit, Bible, speak, God, Father, Son, deeper, promised, Jesus, Christ, follow, church, baptism, Pentecost, believer, saved, salvat Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:44:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started a new series called Holy Water. The purpose of this series is to walk slowly through the theological and practical realities of the Holy Spirit. In the first message, we established the doctrine of the Trinity and learned that the Holy Spirit is the third person of the Godhead. We also talked about His names, His influence in the lives of believers and the many ways He reveals Himself in the Bible. The biggest obstacle to talking about the activities and invitation of the Holy Spirit in the modern church is the belief that we never need to invite the Spirit to deepen or expand His work in our lives because Romans 8 says we received God’s Spirit when we got saved. This week, we’re going to discover that, even though we receive Him when we get saved, the Holy Spirit is still at work even after salvation. Last week, we started a new series called Holy Water. The purpose of this series is to walk slowly through the theological and practical realities of the Holy Spirit. In the first message, we established the doctrine of the Trinity and learned that the Holy Spirit is the third person of the Godhead. We also talked about His names, His influence in the lives of believers and the many ways He reveals Himself in the Bible. The biggest obstacle to talking about the activities and invitation of the Holy Spirit in the modern church is the belief that we never need to invite the Spirit to deepen or expand His work in our lives because Romans 8 says we received God’s Spirit when we got saved. This week, we’re going to discover that, even though we receive Him when we get saved, the Holy Spirit is still at work even after salvation. Last week, we started a new series called Holy Water. The purpose of this series is to walk slowly through the theological and practical realities of the Holy Spirit. In the first message, we established the doctrine of the Trinity and learned that the… Pastor John Butler 2465 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22499230/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart2doihavethe/id/4320233.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22499230 holy, water, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Godhead, Ezekiel, Revelation, John, church, Romans, salvation, Genesis, theological, practical, Father, Son, image, Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:11:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we concluded the Overflow series with a message about the Holy Spirit and the topic of the Trinity. With people of so many different upbringings and theological backgrounds attending Covenant Life, there are lot of teachings and assumptions floating around — and not all of them are true. It may seem odd, but in order to believe the Bible, there are quite a few things we have to unlearn. This week, we’re starting a brand-new series about the Holy Spirit called Holy Water. Together, we’re going to slow down and look at the person of the Holy Spirit in scripture. The goal is to demystify the Holy Spirit and discover the God who has been here the whole time, answering questions we might have been too afraid or ashamed to ask. Why? Because you can’t have Jesus and reject the Holy Spirit. Last week, we concluded the Overflow series with a message about the Holy Spirit and the topic of the Trinity. With people of so many different upbringings and theological backgrounds attending Covenant Life, there are lot of teachings and assumptions floating around — and not all of them are true. It may seem odd, but in order to believe the Bible, there are quite a few things we have to unlearn. This week, we’re starting a brand-new series about the Holy Spirit called Holy Water. Together, we’re going to slow down and look at the person of the Holy Spirit in scripture. The goal is to demystify the Holy Spirit and discover the God who has been here the whole time, answering questions we might have been too afraid or ashamed to ask. Why? Because you can’t have Jesus and reject the Holy Spirit. Last week, we concluded the Overflow series with a message about the Holy Spirit and the topic of the Trinity. With people of so many different upbringings and theological backgrounds attending Covenant Life, there are lot of teachings and assumptions … Pastor John Butler 2719 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22496661/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holywaterseriespart1/id/4317696.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22496661 trinity, Holy Spirit, Pentecostal, Baptist, heathen, Bible, Holy Water, demystify, God, questions, salvation, discipleship, Jesus, Christ, Father, Son Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:32:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout the Overflow series, we have explored the idea that “what fills you reveals you.” The Bible teaches that things you are full of will overflow. This means that, if you want your life to overflow with the fullness and richness that Jesus died to give us, you have to make sure you are full of the right stuff. We have talked about being full of love, joy, and grace, and we have also talked about emptying ourselves of things that don’t reflect Christ. If our job as believers is to be a good reflection of Jesus, then we have lots of work to do before our lives consistently overflow with stuff that looks like Him. Love, joy, and grace is a good start, but there is almost no end to the ingredients with which we need to fill ourselves. We could sum it up by saying that we’d like the overflow of our lives to be Jesus. This week, in the final message of the Overflow series, we’re going to talk about Overflowing Jesus. Throughout the Overflow series, we have explored the idea that “what fills you reveals you.” The Bible teaches that things you are full of will overflow. This means that, if you want your life to overflow with the fullness and richness that Jesus died to give us, you have to make sure you are full of the right stuff. We have talked about being full of love, joy, and grace, and we have also talked about emptying ourselves of things that don’t reflect Christ. If our job as believers is to be a good reflection of Jesus, then we have lots of work to do before our lives consistently overflow with stuff that looks like Him. Love, joy, and grace is a good start, but there is almost no end to the ingredients with which we need to fill ourselves. We could sum it up by saying that we’d like the overflow of our lives to be Jesus. This week, in the final message of the Overflow series, we’re going to talk about Overflowing Jesus. Throughout the Overflow series, we have explored the idea that “what fills you reveals you.” The Bible teaches that things you are full of will overflow. This means that, if you want your life to overflow with the fullness and richness that Jesus died … Pastor John Butler 2491 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22494248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overflowseriespart5overflowing/id/4315408.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22494248 overflow, fill, reveal, Bible, love, joy, grace, empty, full, Jesus, God, human, Son, Father, Holy Spirit, fruit, essence, nature, character, religion Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:26:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Jesus said two things that have led to the Overflow Series. First, He said He came to give us a full and abundant life. This is in contrast to the killing, stealing, and destroying that the enemy does. Jesus wants you full of the life He died to give you. Second, Jesus said whatever is on the inside of you will eventually overflow into the outside. You can only get so full of something before it overflows. What fills you, reveals you — for better or worse. Over the past three messages in this series, we’ve been focused on filling ourselves up with things that are a good reflection of the character and nature of Jesus, so we can overflow with things that look like Him. It makes sense that filling yourself with things like love, joy and grace will result in an overflow that leads you to that full and abundant life Jesus talked about, but there are three really basic truths we need to explore before we go any further. Jesus said two things that have led to the Overflow Series. First, He said He came to give us a full and abundant life. This is in contrast to the killing, stealing, and destroying that the enemy does. Jesus wants you full of the life He died to give you. Second, Jesus said whatever is on the inside of you will eventually overflow into the outside. You can only get so full of something before it overflows. What fills you, reveals you — for better or worse. Over the past three messages in this series, we’ve been focused on filling ourselves up with things that are a good reflection of the character and nature of Jesus, so we can overflow with things that look like Him. It makes sense that filling yourself with things like love, joy and grace will result in an overflow that leads you to that full and abundant life Jesus talked about, but there are three really basic truths we need to explore before we go any further. Jesus said two things that have led to the Overflow Series. First, He said He came to give us a full and abundant life. This is in contrast to the killing, stealing, and destroying that the enemy does. Jesus wants you full of the life He died to give y… Pastor John Butler 2204 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22491847/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overflowseriespart4fullofwhat/id/4313035.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22491847 Jesus, overflow, full, abundant, inside, outside, fill, reveal, love, joy, grace, basic, important, good, bad, rocks, life, story, experience, fear, a Sun, 01 Feb 2026 23:36:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we are continuing the "Overflow Series," which is rooted in the premise that what is on the outside of a person — our words, actions, and attitudes — starts on the inside. To change the outside, you must start on the inside. This series encourages us to get full of the things God wants for us, allowing them to naturally flow out of us. In this message, Pastor John emphasizes that Jesus came to earth "full of grace and truth," which was a mark of His divinity. Being full of grace means you are a reflection of your Heavenly Father. Ultimately, if we are to be like Jesus, we've got to learn to live full of grace, which will then overflow as salvation, joy, strength, and love in our lives. This week, we are continuing the "Overflow Series," which is rooted in the premise that what is on the outside of a person — our words, actions, and attitudes — starts on the inside. To change the outside, you must start on the inside. This series encourages us to get full of the things God wants for us, allowing them to naturally flow out of us. In this message, Pastor John emphasizes that Jesus came to earth "full of grace and truth," which was a mark of His divinity. Being full of grace means you are a reflection of your Heavenly Father. Ultimately, if we are to be like Jesus, we've got to learn to live full of grace, which will then overflow as salvation, joy, strength, and love in our lives. This week, we are continuing the "Overflow Series," which is rooted in the premise that what is on the outside of a person — our words, actions, and attitudes — starts on the inside. To change the outside, you must start on the inside. This series enco… Pastor John Butler 2522 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22490081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overflowseriespart3fullofgrace/id/4311307.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22490081 full, grace, overflow, inside, outside, grace, truth, saving, sufficient, selfless, salvation, joy, strength, love, charis, obedience, God, Jesus, chu Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:40:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, Pastor John is delivering the annual State of the Church message, which he has been doing each year since he became the pastor of Covenant Life. This service invites us to look back at 2025 financial and attendance numbers, various spiritual growth metrics and other intangible things we sense God doing. Don’t worry — we’re not only talking about numbers and figures, and we’re not focused solely on the previous year. We’ll spend some time talking about the future. It’s also not a business meeting for members of the church. As a matter of fact, if you’re looking for a church home, this is a great first message to watch. This week, Pastor John is delivering the annual State of the Church message, which he has been doing each year since he became the pastor of Covenant Life. This service invites us to look back at 2025 financial and attendance numbers, various spiritual growth metrics and other intangible things we sense God doing. Don’t worry — we’re not only talking about numbers and figures, and we’re not focused solely on the previous year. We’ll spend some time talking about the future. It’s also not a business meeting for members of the church. As a matter of fact, if you’re looking for a church home, this is a great first message to watch. This week, Pastor John is delivering the annual State of the Church message, which he has been doing each year since he became the pastor of Covenant Life. This service invites us to look back at 2025 financial and attendance numbers, various spiritual… Pastor John Butler 1994 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22487635/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch2026/id/4308905.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22487635 state, church, annual, year, accountability, integrity, unity, financial, attendance, numbers, spiritual, growth, God, Jesus, Bible, salvation, baptis Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:13:00 +0000 Kenneth Aycock In January 1984, President Ronald Reagan issued a presidential proclamation to create National Sanctity of Human Life Day, which is usually celebrated on the third Sunday of January. Each year, pastors and churches across the United States use this day to bring awareness to the attacks against human life through the abortion industry. Join us for a special presentation from Kenneth Aycock from Families 4 Families, a faith-based foster care agency committed to connecting local churches with loving families to care for children in Georgia’s foster system. Together, we’ll learn of the many ways people can get involved in foster care and ask, “What can we say ‘yes’ to today?” In January 1984, President Ronald Reagan issued a presidential proclamation to create National Sanctity of Human Life Day, which is usually celebrated on the third Sunday of January. Each year, pastors and churches across the United States use this day to bring awareness to the attacks against human life through the abortion industry. Join us for a special presentation from Kenneth Aycock from Families 4 Families, a faith-based foster care agency committed to connecting local churches with loving families to care for children in Georgia’s foster system. Together, we’ll learn of the many ways people can get involved in foster care and ask, “What can we say ‘yes’ to today?” In January 1984, President Ronald Reagan issued a presidential proclamation to create National Sanctity of Human Life Day, which is usually celebrated on the third Sunday of January. Each year, pastors and churches across the United States use this day… Kenneth Aycock 2497 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22485731/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sanctityofhumanlifeday2026/id/4307046.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22485731 sanctity, human, life, foster care, adoption, Families 4 Families, need, church, love, children, family, believer, faith, hope, respite, support, Geor Sun, 11 Jan 2026 14:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we began a series called Overflow, which stems from one word the Lord spoke to Pastor John in December: full. Jesus said the enemy only comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but He came to bring us a full and abundant life. Jesus also said that what fills you up on the inside will make its way to the surface for all to see. From the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks, and from the root of the tree, the fruit is produced. The overflow of our lives — the things we say and do — is directly connected to what fills us. In the time of the year when people do some self-reflection and are most likely to try to make changes in their lives, the goal is to not focus too much on the outside stuff. What you see is not the problem; it’s the symptom. If you want the overflow of your life to look different, you’re going to have to see what fills your soul. We started off talking about being full of love; this week’s message is Full of Joy. Last week, we began a series called Overflow, which stems from one word the Lord spoke to Pastor John in December: full. Jesus said the enemy only comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but He came to bring us a full and abundant life. Jesus also said that what fills you up on the inside will make its way to the surface for all to see. From the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks, and from the root of the tree, the fruit is produced. The overflow of our lives — the things we say and do — is directly connected to what fills us. In the time of the year when people do some self-reflection and are most likely to try to make changes in their lives, the goal is to not focus too much on the outside stuff. What you see is not the problem; it’s the symptom. If you want the overflow of your life to look different, you’re going to have to see what fills your soul. We started off talking about being full of love; this week’s message is Full of Joy. Last week, we began a series called Overflow, which stems from one word the Lord spoke to Pastor John in December: full. Jesus said the enemy only comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but He came to bring us a full and abundant life. Jesus also said that… Pastor John Butler 2292 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22483755/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overflowseriespart2fullofoy/id/4305106.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22483755 overflow, full, heart, mouth, root, fruit, Jesus, fill, reveal, love, joy, calm, delight, emotion, happy, happiness, Christian, smile, satisfaction, i Sun, 04 Jan 2026 08:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Lots of people are reflecting on their lives at this time of the year. They feel the disconnect between who they are and who they want to be. All the devil offers is death, destruction, and loss, but Jesus is offering the opposite of that. The “full” life He offers means of the highest quality. It means an abundance, but it starts on the inside. Jesus said in Matthew that what’s on the inside will make its way to the outside. What you are full of on the inside will be obvious through your words and actions. That principle is true for good stuff and for bad stuff. Jesus said that what comes out of your mouth is the overflow of your heart, so if you want your life to look different, you have to change what’s going on inside. This week, we’re kicking off a new series focused on this concept, and we’re starting with the importance of love. Lots of people are reflecting on their lives at this time of the year. They feel the disconnect between who they are and who they want to be. All the devil offers is death, destruction, and loss, but Jesus is offering the opposite of that. The “full” life He offers means of the highest quality. It means an abundance, but it starts on the inside. Jesus said in Matthew that what’s on the inside will make its way to the outside. What you are full of on the inside will be obvious through your words and actions. That principle is true for good stuff and for bad stuff. Jesus said that what comes out of your mouth is the overflow of your heart, so if you want your life to look different, you have to change what’s going on inside. This week, we’re kicking off a new series focused on this concept, and we’re starting with the importance of love. Lots of people are reflecting on their lives at this time of the year. They feel the disconnect between who they are and who they want to be. All the devil offers is death, destruction, and loss, but Jesus is offering the opposite of that. The “full” l… Pastor John Butler 2331 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22481448/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overflowseriespart1fulloflove/id/4302881.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22481448 love, overflow, Jesus, Holy Spirit, religion, heart, inner man, root, spiritual fruit, words, actions, law, righteousness, obedience, neighbor, discip Sun, 28 Dec 2025 14:34:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we move from one year to another, many people find themselves hoping for success and direction in the future, and they are often seeking the secret of a divine connection with God. The secret is that there is no secret; it’s been written in the Bible for 2,000 years. If you want to connect and communicate with God in a powerful way, He’s already told us how to do that: prayer. Jesus taught the disciples how to pray in Luke and Matthew. Praying the exact prayer that Jesus taught is a powerful way to pray. If you believe what you’re saying, it will change you, but that prayer really serves as a pattern for us to follow. This week, we’re breaking down the different sections of that prayer, so we know what to include in our own conversations with God. As we move from one year to another, many people find themselves hoping for success and direction in the future, and they are often seeking the secret of a divine connection with God. The secret is that there is no secret; it’s been written in the Bible for 2,000 years. If you want to connect and communicate with God in a powerful way, He’s already told us how to do that: prayer. Jesus taught the disciples how to pray in Luke and Matthew. Praying the exact prayer that Jesus taught is a powerful way to pray. If you believe what you’re saying, it will change you, but that prayer really serves as a pattern for us to follow. This week, we’re breaking down the different sections of that prayer, so we know what to include in our own conversations with God. As we move from one year to another, many people find themselves hoping for success and direction in the future, and they are often seeking the secret of a divine connection with God. The secret is that there is no secret; it’s been written in the Bibl… Pastor John Butler 1640 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22479111/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_andablessednewyear/id/4300573.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22479111 promise, blessing, blessed, new, year, divine, connection, God, Jesus, Bible, prayer, Luke, Matthew, praise, Father, throne, purpose, important, kingd Sun, 21 Dec 2025 14:13:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Why did Christmas have to be the way it was?The birth of Jesus was so unconventional and so unexpected that even good Jewish people, who had been anticipating the coming of Messiah their whole lives, missed it. Galatians 4:4-6 tells us that there was a plan and that God was waiting for the right time. One version calls it the fullness of time. If God had a plan for WHEN it was going to happen, don’t you think there must have also been a plan for HOW it was supposed to happen and — more importantly — for WHY it had to happen the way it did? This week, we’re looking at Jesus’s life, talking about Christmas the way it had to be and exploring the big picture God was trying to accomplish. Why did Christmas have to be the way it was?The birth of Jesus was so unconventional and so unexpected that even good Jewish people, who had been anticipating the coming of Messiah their whole lives, missed it. Galatians 4:4-6 tells us that there was a plan and that God was waiting for the right time. One version calls it the fullness of time. If God had a plan for WHEN it was going to happen, don’t you think there must have also been a plan for HOW it was supposed to happen and — more importantly — for WHY it had to happen the way it did? This week, we’re looking at Jesus’s life, talking about Christmas the way it had to be and exploring the big picture God was trying to accomplish. Why did Christmas have to be the way it was?The birth of Jesus was so unconventional and so unexpected that even good Jewish people, who had been anticipating the coming of Messiah their whole lives, missed it. Galatians 4:4-6 tells us that there was a… Pastor John Butler 1581 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22476784/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christmasthewayithadtobe/id/4298261.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22476784 Christmas, birth, Jesus, Messiah, God, time, when, how, why, way, be, cross, tree, forgiven, sin, forgiving, reconcile, gift, living, human, life, exp Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In the American church, we have turned the account of the birth of Jesus into some sort of Christian mythology. We only talk about it in December, keep it separated from the rest of the Bible and do our best to downplay the supernatural aspects. It’s like we keep it in a red and green spiritual Christmas tote that we only pull out of storage on Thanksgiving and then put back promptly on December 26. Despite this fact, the first reference to Christmas in the Bible isn’t even in Matthew or Luke. It’s also not in Isaiah or any of the other prophetic books. It’s in Genesis. There is no mention of wisemen, no angelic visitations and no mangers, but there it is — right there in the first book of the Bible. It’s there that we find both the subtle sin and the surprising solution that created Christmas in the first place. In the American church, we have turned the account of the birth of Jesus into some sort of Christian mythology. We only talk about it in December, keep it separated from the rest of the Bible and do our best to downplay the supernatural aspects. It’s like we keep it in a red and green spiritual Christmas tote that we only pull out of storage on Thanksgiving and then put back promptly on December 26. Despite this fact, the first reference to Christmas in the Bible isn’t even in Matthew or Luke. It’s also not in Isaiah or any of the other prophetic books. It’s in Genesis. There is no mention of wisemen, no angelic visitations and no mangers, but there it is — right there in the first book of the Bible. It’s there that we find both the subtle sin and the surprising solution that created Christmas in the first place. In the American church, we have turned the account of the birth of Jesus into some sort of Christian mythology. We only talk about it in December, keep it separated from the rest of the Bible and do our best to downplay the supernatural aspects. It’s l… Pastor John Butler 2034 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22474555/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_salvationinacursethegenesisofc/id/4296098.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22474555 Matthew, Luke, Christmas, Bible, Genesis, church, Jesus, December, God, Holy Spirit, sin, solution, Adam, Eve, snake, fruit, born, seed, offspring, Sa Sun, 07 Dec 2025 14:40:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler What if the wise men only went to where Jesus was because they were excited about the astronomical changes going on in the eastern sky? The shepherds, the innkeeper and countless descendants of King David could have easily all had other things on their mind. We don’t know whose lives were changed as a result of their role in the Christmas account, and as a result, it’s possible they all missed Jesus. If you look around, there’s a lot of things going on during this season — shopping, decorating, cooking, wrapping, vacationing, attending parties and more. It would not be hard to have something to do every day of December. It’s easy for us to shake our heads in judgment at how spiritually dull the people of the Bible were, but in all of our running around this time of year, are we also missing Jesus? What if the wise men only went to where Jesus was because they were excited about the astronomical changes going on in the eastern sky? The shepherds, the innkeeper and countless descendants of King David could have easily all had other things on their mind. We don’t know whose lives were changed as a result of their role in the Christmas account, and as a result, it’s possible they all missed Jesus. If you look around, there’s a lot of things going on during this season — shopping, decorating, cooking, wrapping, vacationing, attending parties and more. It would not be hard to have something to do every day of December. It’s easy for us to shake our heads in judgment at how spiritually dull the people of the Bible were, but in all of our running around this time of year, are we also missing Jesus? What if the wise men only went to where Jesus was because they were excited about the astronomical changes going on in the eastern sky? The shepherds, the innkeeper and countless descendants of King David could have easily all had other things on their… Pastor John Butler 2028 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22472436/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_missingesus/id/4294002.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22472436 Christmas, people, missing, Jesus, wise men, Herod, shepherds, innkeeper, David, busy, December, Bible, priorities, Messiah, church, holidays, miracle Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:47:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Every year in the fall, Pastor John sits down and re-reads the Christmas accounts from Matthew and Luke, asking the Lord to show him something fresh. This year, he was struck by the difficult decisions that had to be made in order for the birth of Jesus to take place exactly the way it did. These were gut-wrenching and dangerous decisions. We have certainly faced gut-wrenching and dangerous decisions before, and there will be more of those types of decisions off and on the rest of our lives — not just once or twice but over and over. This week, we’re exploring some principles we can glean from these Christmas accounts to help us have courage as we face hard choices. Every year in the fall, Pastor John sits down and re-reads the Christmas accounts from Matthew and Luke, asking the Lord to show him something fresh. This year, he was struck by the difficult decisions that had to be made in order for the birth of Jesus to take place exactly the way it did. These were gut-wrenching and dangerous decisions. We have certainly faced gut-wrenching and dangerous decisions before, and there will be more of those types of decisions off and on the rest of our lives — not just once or twice but over and over. This week, we’re exploring some principles we can glean from these Christmas accounts to help us have courage as we face hard choices. Every year in the fall, Pastor John sits down and re-reads the Christmas accounts from Matthew and Luke, asking the Lord to show him something fresh. This year, he was struck by the difficult decisions that had to be made in order for the birth of Jesu… Pastor John Butler 2204 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22470176/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christmascourage/id/4291827.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22470176 Matthew, Luke, account, Christmas, courage, Lord, birth, Jesus, difficult, gut-wrenching, dangerous, decision, obey, Mary, Joseph, Gabriel, Bible, ble Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:04:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When you think about Christian holidays, most people think Easter and Christmas pretty quickly, but it’s possible that Thanksgiving is as much a Christian holiday as any other. The giving of thanks is at the core of what we do and who we are as believers. Followers of Jesus should be the most grateful, gracious, and appreciative people in the world. Here’s why — the word thanksgiving is not complicated. It’s two parts: thanks and giving. It means that we give our thanks to someone outside ourselves. Gratitude requires that you recognize the contributions that have come from some source other than you. That’s easy for a follower of Jesus because we know that everything we have comes from God. When you think about Christian holidays, most people think Easter and Christmas pretty quickly, but it’s possible that Thanksgiving is as much a Christian holiday as any other. The giving of thanks is at the core of what we do and who we are as believers. Followers of Jesus should be the most grateful, gracious, and appreciative people in the world. Here’s why — the word thanksgiving is not complicated. It’s two parts: thanks and giving. It means that we give our thanks to someone outside ourselves. Gratitude requires that you recognize the contributions that have come from some source other than you. That’s easy for a follower of Jesus because we know that everything we have comes from God. When you think about Christian holidays, most people think Easter and Christmas pretty quickly, but it’s possible that Thanksgiving is as much a Christian holiday as any other. The giving of thanks is at the core of what we do and who we are as believe… Pastor John Butler 2430 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22468268/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegratefulsoul/id/4289981.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22468268 Thanksgiving, thanks, giving, Jesus, follower, believer, gratitude, Bible, God, goodness, mercy, Mary, grateful, soul, mind, fear, bondage, wisdom, po Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re continuing our Boldness Series. Acts 4:13 says the members of the Sanhedrin saw the boldness of Peter and John — and that’s true. Boldness is visible, but if we’re not careful, we will think boldness always looks the same way. We might start to believe that boldness is simply a set of behaviors and that repeating those behaviors will always be the boldness God wants from us. In reality, boldness is not behavior; it’s belief. Instead of coming from a commitment to a set of behaviors, it comes from a commitment to a set of attitudes and beliefs. Sometimes, boldness manifests itself in ways you would expect, but other times, it looks very different. This week, we’re looking at some diverse pictures of boldness and trying to figure out what those pictures have in common. This week, we’re continuing our Boldness Series. Acts 4:13 says the members of the Sanhedrin saw the boldness of Peter and John — and that’s true. Boldness is visible, but if we’re not careful, we will think boldness always looks the same way. We might start to believe that boldness is simply a set of behaviors and that repeating those behaviors will always be the boldness God wants from us. In reality, boldness is not behavior; it’s belief. Instead of coming from a commitment to a set of behaviors, it comes from a commitment to a set of attitudes and beliefs. Sometimes, boldness manifests itself in ways you would expect, but other times, it looks very different. This week, we’re looking at some diverse pictures of boldness and trying to figure out what those pictures have in common. This week, we’re continuing our Boldness Series. Acts 4:13 says the members of the Sanhedrin saw the boldness of Peter and John — and that’s true. Boldness is visible, but if we’re not careful, we will think boldness always looks the same way. We might… Pastor John Butler 2841 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22465950/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_boldnessseriespart4boldmission/id/4287775.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22465950 boldness, believer, God, Sanhedrin, Peter, John, behavior, belief, bold, mission, Jesus, Holy Spirit, power, purpose, priorities, stop, ask, listen, d Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:58:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The Bible says the Old Testament passages were given to us as examples. In many cases, the things that played out in the physical world represent things that play out for us in the spirit world. This means that we can look to how they fought battles in the Old Testament to help us know how to fight our battles now. If you’ve ever felt outmatched in a fight, you’re not alone. Rarely did the children of Israel have a tactical or numerical advantage, but the Bible shows us over and over that things are not always as they appear. This week, we’re talking about Gideon’s once again to see what we can discover about bold warfare. The Bible says the Old Testament passages were given to us as examples. In many cases, the things that played out in the physical world represent things that play out for us in the spirit world. This means that we can look to how they fought battles in the Old Testament to help us know how to fight our battles now. If you’ve ever felt outmatched in a fight, you’re not alone. Rarely did the children of Israel have a tactical or numerical advantage, but the Bible shows us over and over that things are not always as they appear. This week, we’re talking about Gideon’s once again to see what we can discover about bold warfare. The Bible says the Old Testament passages were given to us as examples. In many cases, the things that played out in the physical world represent things that play out for us in the spirit world. This means that we can look to how they fought battles in… Pastor John Butler 2616 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22463640/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_boldnessseriespart3boldwarfare/id/4285508.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22463640 Judges, boldness, Gideon, Lord, bold, warfare, Bible, Old Testament, battle, God, human, enemies, army, sword, torch, horn, lead, praise, invitation Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:22:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we began a series on boldness. Some people have a negative view or understanding of boldness. They confuse it with rudeness or arrogance. In reality, though, it should be defined as the power to live according to your purpose and priorities. For followers of Christ, the power comes from the Holy Spirit, and the purpose and priorities are established by God and His Word. This week, we’re continuing to talk about Gideon from the book of Judges. The first bold thing Gideon did was to lift up his head. He was hiding in a wine press trying to thresh some grain, so his family could eat. His first step towards getting out of that pit was just to lift up his head. It’s no different for us; if things are going to change in your life, you must have the boldness to lift up your head. Last week, we began a series on boldness. Some people have a negative view or understanding of boldness. They confuse it with rudeness or arrogance. In reality, though, it should be defined as the power to live according to your purpose and priorities. For followers of Christ, the power comes from the Holy Spirit, and the purpose and priorities are established by God and His Word. This week, we’re continuing to talk about Gideon from the book of Judges. The first bold thing Gideon did was to lift up his head. He was hiding in a wine press trying to thresh some grain, so his family could eat. His first step towards getting out of that pit was just to lift up his head. It’s no different for us; if things are going to change in your life, you must have the boldness to lift up your head. Last week, we began a series on boldness. Some people have a negative view or understanding of boldness. They confuse it with rudeness or arrogance. In reality, though, it should be defined as the power to live according to your purpose and priorities.… Pastor John Butler 2395 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22461385/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_boldnessseriespart2liftupyourh/id/4283314.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22461385 boldness, power, purpose, priorities, Christ, God, Holy Spirit, seasons, Gideon, Judges, lift, up, head, angel , pit, deal ,doubt, action, desperate Sun, 26 Oct 2025 20:29:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Pastor Dharius Daniels from Atlanta said at a recent conference that we sometimes have to choose closure without clarity. These are moments in which the matter has been settled even though we don’t understand everything, and it’s a liberating truth. When you have questions weighing you down and situations you can’t explain, it can either keep you stagnant or just walking in circles. Instead, we want to learn how we can continue to move forward. If you have been walking through a season of doubt, confusion or questioning, it’s time to lift up your head. The season of head-hanging and stagnation is over. Stop looking at where you’ve been and look up to see where you’re going. Jesus gave His life as a sacrifice for us to give us an abundant life, but you will never find God’s abundance looking down or looking back. You have to lift up your head and let the King of Glory into your everyday life. Pastor Dharius Daniels from Atlanta said at a recent conference that we sometimes have to choose closure without clarity. These are moments in which the matter has been settled even though we don’t understand everything, and it’s a liberating truth. When you have questions weighing you down and situations you can’t explain, it can either keep you stagnant or just walking in circles. Instead, we want to learn how we can continue to move forward. If you have been walking through a season of doubt, confusion or questioning, it’s time to lift up your head. The season of head-hanging and stagnation is over. Stop looking at where you’ve been and look up to see where you’re going. Jesus gave His life as a sacrifice for us to give us an abundant life, but you will never find God’s abundance looking down or looking back. You have to lift up your head and let the King of Glory into your everyday life. Pastor Dharius Daniels from Atlanta said at a recent conference that we sometimes have to choose closure without clarity. These are moments in which the matter has been settled even though we don’t understand everything, and it’s a liberating truth. Wh… Pastor John Butler 2706 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22459138/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_boldnessseriespart1liftupyourh/id/4281090.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22459138 questions, answer, closure, clarity, season, lift, up, your, head, Lord, mighty, King, glory, Redeemer, Jesus, stagnation, doubt, confusion, questioni Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:55:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler There are three words that the enemy would tell you are words of doubt but are actually words of faith. You might believe these three words show weakness and foolishness, but instead, they show strength and godly wisdom. They sound like heresy to religious people, but they sound like refreshing honesty to people who are searching for answers. This week, we’re talking about those three words — I don’t know — and how we can constantly pursue Jesus without ever fully understanding Him. Why? Because the things of eternity can’t be contained in the things of earth. God’s ways and thoughts are higher than ours, but being honest and humble enough to say those words can help us grow closer to Him. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, we were unable to capture the entire message. We wanted to share what we were able to record in hopes that it will strengthen your faith, and we invite you to access the full sermon notes by visiting this link: https://www.bible.com/events/49509216. Please click “Save” on the event to ensure that you can revisit it later. Thank you for your understanding! There are three words that the enemy would tell you are words of doubt but are actually words of faith. You might believe these three words show weakness and foolishness, but instead, they show strength and godly wisdom. They sound like heresy to religious people, but they sound like refreshing honesty to people who are searching for answers. This week, we’re talking about those three words — I don’t know — and how we can constantly pursue Jesus without ever fully understanding Him. Why? Because the things of eternity can’t be contained in the things of earth. God’s ways and thoughts are higher than ours, but being honest and humble enough to say those words can help us grow closer to Him. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, we were unable to capture the entire message. We wanted to share what we were able to record in hopes that it will strengthen your faith, and we invite you to access the full sermon notes by visiting this link: https://www.bible.com/events/49509216. Please click “Save” on the event to ensure that you can revisit it later. Thank you for your understanding! There are three words that the enemy would tell you are words of doubt but are actually words of faith. You might believe these three words show weakness and foolishness, but instead, they show strength and godly wisdom. They sound like heresy to relig… Pastor John Butler 1214 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22456524/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_idontknow/id/4278543.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22456524 three, words, doubt, faith, weakness, strength, I don’t know, Jesus, love, pursue, need, believe, trust, praise, worship, God, knowledge, honest, humb Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:38:00 +0000 Pastor Jay Mann Have you ever been in a situation where you knew you needed to take a stand? You may want to influence your friends at school or share your faith with someone at work. Many people want to stand up for their beliefs, but they wonder if they have what it takes or struggle with the fear of rejection. This week, Pastor Jay Mann shares a lesson in courage from someone who made history: Esther. She thought she was a nobody, but she did something brave and made a difference on behalf of her people. Together, we’ll learn the steps needed to find success and seize the moment — just like Esther. Have you ever been in a situation where you knew you needed to take a stand? You may want to influence your friends at school or share your faith with someone at work. Many people want to stand up for their beliefs, but they wonder if they have what it takes or struggle with the fear of rejection. This week, Pastor Jay Mann shares a lesson in courage from someone who made history: Esther. She thought she was a nobody, but she did something brave and made a difference on behalf of her people. Together, we’ll learn the steps needed to find success and seize the moment — just like Esther. Have you ever been in a situation where you knew you needed to take a stand? You may want to influence your friends at school or share your faith with someone at work. Many people want to stand up for their beliefs, but they wonder if they have what it… Pastor Jay Mann 2396 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22456521/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_historymakeresther/id/4278541.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22456521 history, maker, Esther, stand, school, work, God, faith, Jews, Babylon, exile, Xerxes, Vashti, Mordecai, beauty, courage, king, death, opportunity, se Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Arguably the number one thing most people ask Pastor John is “How do I find God’s will for my life?” Religion has made the will of God some great mystery — like it’s something to search for our whole lives. We expect to get a job, hold an office, start a ministry or receive a title. We are looking for the answer in a destination, but what if it’s simpler than that? The core verse for this series is Romans 12:2, which contains two different sentences. The first says that we’re transformed by the renovation of our thoughts; the second says that we will learn to know the will of God once our mind is renovated. This week, we’re continuing (and possibly concluding) our Transformation Series with a message about God’s will. Arguably the number one thing most people ask Pastor John is “How do I find God’s will for my life?” Religion has made the will of God some great mystery — like it’s something to search for our whole lives. We expect to get a job, hold an office, start a ministry or receive a title. We are looking for the answer in a destination, but what if it’s simpler than that? The core verse for this series is Romans 12:2, which contains two different sentences. The first says that we’re transformed by the renovation of our thoughts; the second says that we will learn to know the will of God once our mind is renovated. This week, we’re continuing (and possibly concluding) our Transformation Series with a message about God’s will. Arguably the number one thing most people ask Pastor John is “How do I find God’s will for my life?” Religion has made the will of God some great mystery — like it’s something to search for our whole lives. We expect to get a job, hold an office, start… Pastor John Butler 2677 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22449460/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart7walki/id/4271649.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22449460 transformation, God, start, finish, will, Paul, destination, prepare, cocoon, Jesus, love, obey, strength, weakness, surrender, Holy Spirit, wall, str Sun, 21 Sep 2025 09:51:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams This week, Pastor Robby reminds us that yesterday is not today. The things that defined us yesterday don’t have to define us today, and the things that were bad yesterday can be used for good today. In Lamentations 3:22-23, we read that God’s mercies begin afresh each morning. One second is all it takes for the clock to flip from 11:59:59 p.m. to 12:00:00 a.m. and for our lives to change forever. This encouraging word uses two different healings from the New Testament — the blind man in John 9 and the lame man in John 5 — to point us back to the source of these changes: Jesus. Encountering “That Man” is what causes the clock to flip, and it’s not just a one-time occurrence. He will meet us over and over, showing up when we need Him most and revealing different aspects of His character. This week, Pastor Robby reminds us that yesterday is not today. The things that defined us yesterday don’t have to define us today, and the things that were bad yesterday can be used for good today. In Lamentations 3:22-23, we read that God’s mercies begin afresh each morning. One second is all it takes for the clock to flip from 11:59:59 p.m. to 12:00:00 a.m. and for our lives to change forever. This encouraging word uses two different healings from the New Testament — the blind man in John 9 and the lame man in John 5 — to point us back to the source of these changes: Jesus. Encountering “That Man” is what causes the clock to flip, and it’s not just a one-time occurrence. He will meet us over and over, showing up when we need Him most and revealing different aspects of His character. This week, Pastor Robby reminds us that yesterday is not today. The things that defined us yesterday don’t have to define us today, and the things that were bad yesterday can be used for good today. In Lamentations 3:22-23, we read that God’s mercies b… Pastor Robby Williams 2918 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22447402/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thatman/id/4269630.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22447402 yesterday, today, space, time, God, operate, exist, midnight, mercies, change, new, morning, flip, clock, powerful, one, second, that, man, Jesus, Joh Sun, 14 Sep 2025 11:38:00 +0000 John Butler We are still in a series called Transformation. We are not to be conformed to the way the world does things; we must be transformed by the process of metamorphosis. In order for us to be transformed, we have to renew or renovate our minds, and every good renovation starts with demo day! You have to remove the old stuff that limits your growth, takes up space, or isn’t a good reflection of the owner. This week’s message is called Poison Paradigms. A paradigm is a mental construct. It’s how we make sense of the world, taking new information and integrating it into something you already believe and understand. Everybody has paradigms, and they are useful — unless they are built on lies. To become like Jesus, we have to let Him pull down the poisonous paradigms and strongholds of our minds. We are still in a series called Transformation. We are not to be conformed to the way the world does things; we must be transformed by the process of metamorphosis. In order for us to be transformed, we have to renew or renovate our minds, and every good renovation starts with demo day! You have to remove the old stuff that limits your growth, takes up space, or isn’t a good reflection of the owner. This week’s message is called Poison Paradigms. A paradigm is a mental construct. It’s how we make sense of the world, taking new information and integrating it into something you already believe and understand. Everybody has paradigms, and they are useful — unless they are built on lies. To become like Jesus, we have to let Him pull down the poisonous paradigms and strongholds of our minds. We are still in a series called Transformation. We are not to be conformed to the way the world does things; we must be transformed by the process of metamorphosis. In order for us to be transformed, we have to renew or renovate our minds, and every go… John Butler 2350 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22444784/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart6poiso/id/4267058.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22444784 transformation, Jesus, change, metamorphosis, God, renew, renovate, demo, poison, paradigms, mental, construct, world, understand, Bible, religion, li Sun, 07 Sep 2025 11:06:00 +0000 John Butler For the past four weeks, we’ve been a series called Transformation, in which we’ve been looking at the ways God wants to change us from the caterpillars He found us as into the butterflies He wants us to be. It is not just a slight adjustment — it’s a radical transformation, a metamorphosis powered by the Holy Spirit. Maybe, the biggest takeaway so far is that the process starts on the inside and works its way to the outside. Nothing is more crucial to deep, lasting change than our thoughts and attitudes, and Romans 12:2 says they need to be renewed. The word renewed means renovated, and a key part of any renovation is demo day. That’s where you rip out the old and remove the stuff that just doesn’t fit the new design. That’s the name of the message and our focus this week: finding out what needs to be demolished from our thoughts and attitudes. For the past four weeks, we’ve been a series called Transformation, in which we’ve been looking at the ways God wants to change us from the caterpillars He found us as into the butterflies He wants us to be. It is not just a slight adjustment — it’s a radical transformation, a metamorphosis powered by the Holy Spirit. Maybe, the biggest takeaway so far is that the process starts on the inside and works its way to the outside. Nothing is more crucial to deep, lasting change than our thoughts and attitudes, and Romans 12:2 says they need to be renewed. The word renewed means renovated, and a key part of any renovation is demo day. That’s where you rip out the old and remove the stuff that just doesn’t fit the new design. That’s the name of the message and our focus this week: finding out what needs to be demolished from our thoughts and attitudes. For the past four weeks, we’ve been a series called Transformation, in which we’ve been looking at the ways God wants to change us from the caterpillars He found us as into the butterflies He wants us to be. It is not just a slight adjustment — it’s a … John Butler 2656 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22442517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart5demod/id/4264821.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22442517 transformation, God, change, caterpillar, butterfly, metamorphosis, Holy Spirit, renew, mind, thought, attitude, renovation, demo, day, old, new, demo Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:09:00 +0000 John Butler We’re in the fourth week of our Transformation series, which is based on Romas 12:2. The word “transformed” in this verse comes from the word from which we get “metamorphosis,” and everyone knows that is the process by which caterpillars become butterflies. Jesus didn’t come, so we could be better caterpillars; He came to change us into something completely different and new. Last week, we found out that accomplish that by changing the way we think. We have to renovate our thoughts and attitudes, which means approaching everything from the perspective Jesus instructed: we have to love God and love others. The title of last week’s message was “Start with Love,” and we’re going to continue that discussion this week by talking about what love looks like. We’re in the fourth week of our Transformation series, which is based on Romas 12:2. The word “transformed” in this verse comes from the word from which we get “metamorphosis,” and everyone knows that is the process by which caterpillars become butterflies. Jesus didn’t come, so we could be better caterpillars; He came to change us into something completely different and new. Last week, we found out that accomplish that by changing the way we think. We have to renovate our thoughts and attitudes, which means approaching everything from the perspective Jesus instructed: we have to love God and love others. The title of last week’s message was “Start with Love,” and we’re going to continue that discussion this week by talking about what love looks like. We’re in the fourth week of our Transformation series, which is based on Romas 12:2. The word “transformed” in this verse comes from the word from which we get “metamorphosis,” and everyone knows that is the process by which caterpillars become butterf… John Butler 2118 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22440266/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart4whatl/id/4262606.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22440266 transformation, metamorphosis, caterpillar, butterfly, Jesus, different, new, change, think, renovate, thought, attitude, start, love, God, others, lo Sun, 24 Aug 2025 22:50:00 +0000 John Butler We are in the middle of a series called Transformation. Jesus did not go through all that He went through on this earth, so we could stay exactly the same as we were before He found us. Jesus paid the price not just for us to be saved but for us to be changed. So far, we have talked about the dual realities of salvation — the spiritual reality and visible reality — and the need to surrender ourselves to the process of transformation from caterpillar to butterfly. This week, we’re continuing the conversation and focusing on what it means to start with love. Maybe you’re beginning to believe there is a sliver of hope, but you don’t know where to start. Start where Jesus did with Peter: start with love. Forget about the habits you still have in your life, the mistakes and the failures. Repent and ask God for forgiveness, but when it comes to moving forward and being changed, we need to learn the value of starting with love. We are in the middle of a series called Transformation. Jesus did not go through all that He went through on this earth, so we could stay exactly the same as we were before He found us. Jesus paid the price not just for us to be saved but for us to be changed. So far, we have talked about the dual realities of salvation — the spiritual reality and visible reality — and the need to surrender ourselves to the process of transformation from caterpillar to butterfly. This week, we’re continuing the conversation and focusing on what it means to start with love. Maybe you’re beginning to believe there is a sliver of hope, but you don’t know where to start. Start where Jesus did with Peter: start with love. Forget about the habits you still have in your life, the mistakes and the failures. Repent and ask God for forgiveness, but when it comes to moving forward and being changed, we need to learn the value of starting with love. We are in the middle of a series called Transformation. Jesus did not go through all that He went through on this earth, so we could stay exactly the same as we were before He found us. Jesus paid the price not just for us to be saved but for us to be … John Butler 2187 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22438528/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart3start/id/4260890.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22438528 transformation, Jesus Christ, saved, changed, transformed, salvation, metamorphosis, caterpillar, butterfly, cocoon, surrender, power, inside, outsid Sun, 17 Aug 2025 09:37:00 +0000 John Butler We started a new series last week called Transformation, which explores how the gospel of Jesus is one focused on transformation. Everyone who has been saved and surrendered their lives to Him has experienced this: from death to life, lost to found, darkness to light. What we learned in the first part of our series is that too many churches have offered salvation without transformation, but it is God’s will that His followers start to develop and express the character and nature of Christ. Salvation isn’t the end; it’s the beginning. We also talked about the need for sanctification, where what has happened on the inside begins to be expressed on the outside. Romans 12 says to be transformed instead of conformed, and that word is where we get our word “metamorphosis,” which is used to describe the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly. This week, we’re diving deeper into this idea. If we want Jesus to transform us into new creations, we must surrender to the cocoon — where sanctification occurs — and trust in Him as the Power of the process. We started a new series last week called Transformation, which explores how the gospel of Jesus is one focused on transformation. Everyone who has been saved and surrendered their lives to Him has experienced this: from death to life, lost to found, darkness to light. What we learned in the first part of our series is that too many churches have offered salvation without transformation, but it is God’s will that His followers start to develop and express the character and nature of Christ. Salvation isn’t the end; it’s the beginning. We also talked about the need for sanctification, where what has happened on the inside begins to be expressed on the outside. Romans 12 says to be transformed instead of conformed, and that word is where we get our word “metamorphosis,” which is used to describe the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly. This week, we’re diving deeper into this idea. If we want Jesus to transform us into new creations, we must surrender to the cocoon — where sanctification occurs — and trust in Him as the Power of the process. We started a new series last week called Transformation, which explores how the gospel of Jesus is one focused on transformation. Everyone who has been saved and surrendered their lives to Him has experienced this: from death to life, lost to found, da… John Butler 2599 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22435640/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart2thepo/id/4258146.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22435640 transformation, Jesus, saved, surrender, faith, works, change, new, transform, metamorphosis, caterpillar, butterfly, cocoon, power, process, differen Sun, 10 Aug 2025 21:59:00 +0000 John Butler The Bible talks a lot about the things that need to change in the lives of believers, but the American church is virtually silent. The Bible discusses transformation as a lifestyle, but the American church positions it as a singular event. The foundation of transformation is repentance, but many American churches are offering salvation without repentance. We tell people they don’t have to change; they just pray the magic prayer, and they’re in. This week, we’re starting a new series called Transformation — rooted in Romans 12:2. The gospel of Jesus Christ is all about transformation. We call it getting saved, which means that we’re being removed from serious situations like going from death to life or darkness to light. However, the Bible makes it clear that it isn’t a one-time transformation. As we will discover together, following Jesus is about a process of continuous transformation. The Bible talks a lot about the things that need to change in the lives of believers, but the American church is virtually silent. The Bible discusses transformation as a lifestyle, but the American church positions it as a singular event. The foundation of transformation is repentance, but many American churches are offering salvation without repentance. We tell people they don’t have to change; they just pray the magic prayer, and they’re in. This week, we’re starting a new series called Transformation — rooted in Romans 12:2. The gospel of Jesus Christ is all about transformation. We call it getting saved, which means that we’re being removed from serious situations like going from death to life or darkness to light. However, the Bible makes it clear that it isn’t a one-time transformation. As we will discover together, following Jesus is about a process of continuous transformation. The Bible talks a lot about the things that need to change in the lives of believers, but the American church is virtually silent. The Bible discusses transformation as a lifestyle, but the American church positions it as a singular event. The foundati… John Butler 2552 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22433282/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transformationseriespart1thedu/id/4255862.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22433282 transformation, saved, Jesus, Bible, change, church, salvation, God, people, dual, two, realities, Christian, inside, internal, spiritual, surrender Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:44:00 +0000 John Butler The wise King Solomon said in Ecclesiastes that a triple braided cord is not easily broken, and there are three biblical strands — three threads — that we’re going to weave together: the need for devoted servant leaders, the power of hope, and the ways we’re called to care for the crushed and broken around us. This week, we’re bringing these three things together to launch a new ministry focus for Covenant Life called the Hope Initiative. Together, we will explore ways to help widows, orphans, the elderly and those in poverty by providing opportunities and experiences that can serve as the breeding ground for hope. The wise King Solomon said in Ecclesiastes that a triple braided cord is not easily broken, and there are three biblical strands — three threads — that we’re going to weave together: the need for devoted servant leaders, the power of hope, and the ways we’re called to care for the crushed and broken around us. This week, we’re bringing these three things together to launch a new ministry focus for Covenant Life called the Hope Initiative. Together, we will explore ways to help widows, orphans, the elderly and those in poverty by providing opportunities and experiences that can serve as the breeding ground for hope. The wise King Solomon said in Ecclesiastes that a triple braided cord is not easily broken, and there are three biblical strands — three threads — that we’re going to weave together: the need for devoted servant leaders, the power of hope, and the ways… John Butler 2471 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22430989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hopeinitiativelaunch/id/4253599.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22430989 wise, Solomon, three, cord, strand, weave, devoted, servant, leader, power, hope, crushed, forgotten, having, being, church, Jesus, new, ministry, foc Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:10:00 +0000 John Butler During Jesus’s ministry on this earth, thousands of people got to see, hear, and interact with Him. They got to make up their minds about whether or not to follow Him. Another generation got to base their decision on the testimony of those who knew Him and walked with Him, but eventually, everyone who had known Him in the flesh passed away. Where does that leave us? How do we get to know Jesus today? The good news is that Jesus Christ is not just the Son of God; He’s the Word of God. You can’t separate Jesus from His Word. They are eternally intertwined, which means that getting to know the Word helps you meet, learn, and know more about Jesus Himself. This week, we’re digging into the creation and trustworthiness of the Bible, helping us come to see it as a firm foundation upon which we should build our lives. During Jesus’s ministry on this earth, thousands of people got to see, hear, and interact with Him. They got to make up their minds about whether or not to follow Him. Another generation got to base their decision on the testimony of those who knew Him and walked with Him, but eventually, everyone who had known Him in the flesh passed away. Where does that leave us? How do we get to know Jesus today? The good news is that Jesus Christ is not just the Son of God; He’s the Word of God. You can’t separate Jesus from His Word. They are eternally intertwined, which means that getting to know the Word helps you meet, learn, and know more about Jesus Himself. This week, we’re digging into the creation and trustworthiness of the Bible, helping us come to see it as a firm foundation upon which we should build our lives. During Jesus’s ministry on this earth, thousands of people got to see, hear, and interact with Him. They got to make up their minds about whether or not to follow Him. Another generation got to base their decision on the testimony of those who knew Him… John Butler 2409 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22426452/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_firmfoundation/id/4249222.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22426452 Jesus, Christ, firm, foundation, faith, God, way, truth, life, ministry, Word, Holy Spirit, Bible, ancient, book, author, Old Testament, New Testament Sun, 06 Jul 2025 07:54:00 +0000 John Butler Over the past two or three months, we have celebrated Memorial Day, Flag Day, Juneteenth and Independence Day. Because of these holidays, there’s been a lot of talk about different kinds of freedom, including political, civil and economic. It is a subject worthy of discussion and a necessary component of a healthy human soul, but there’s one aspect of freedom we don’t talk about often. Based on Luke 4:18-19, it’s clear that freedom was central to the ministry of Jesus. He came to this earth to declare freedom — from our sin debt, from sickness, from death, from shame and so much more! The Spirit of the Lord was upon Him, which means that He brought freedom everywhere He went. This week, we are exploring what it looks like to walk in the freedom that Jesus gives us. Over the past two or three months, we have celebrated Memorial Day, Flag Day, Juneteenth and Independence Day. Because of these holidays, there’s been a lot of talk about different kinds of freedom, including political, civil and economic. It is a subject worthy of discussion and a necessary component of a healthy human soul, but there’s one aspect of freedom we don’t talk about often. Based on Luke 4:18-19, it’s clear that freedom was central to the ministry of Jesus. He came to this earth to declare freedom — from our sin debt, from sickness, from death, from shame and so much more! The Spirit of the Lord was upon Him, which means that He brought freedom everywhere He went. This week, we are exploring what it looks like to walk in the freedom that Jesus gives us. Over the past two or three months, we have celebrated Memorial Day, Flag Day, Juneteenth and Independence Day. Because of these holidays, there’s been a lot of talk about different kinds of freedom, including political, civil and economic. It is a subj… John Butler 2153 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22422087/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_freedominesus/id/4245047.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22422087 freedom, free, Luke, ministry, Jesus, Spirit, bondage, walk, surrender, Son, God, debt, cross, Christ, relationship, math, Teacher, learn, shame, cond Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:04:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Last week, we kicked off a two-part series about cosmic mountain encounters in the Bible. We took a tour of the Bible and visited different mountains to discover how they became places where God invited flawed and faulty humans in His redemptive work. We talked about how every cosmic mountain involves testing, resting and trusting. We started with information, and now, we’re pivoting to application. What does it mean to trust and rest in God? Mountains are a temporary place, so this week, we’re coming back Down the Mountain, exploring how we can respond appropriately while we’re up there and discovering what comes with us when we return to normal life. Last week, we kicked off a two-part series about cosmic mountain encounters in the Bible. We took a tour of the Bible and visited different mountains to discover how they became places where God invited flawed and faulty humans in His redemptive work. We talked about how every cosmic mountain involves testing, resting and trusting. We started with information, and now, we’re pivoting to application. What does it mean to trust and rest in God? Mountains are a temporary place, so this week, we’re coming back Down the Mountain, exploring how we can respond appropriately while we’re up there and discovering what comes with us when we return to normal life. Last week, we kicked off a two-part series about cosmic mountain encounters in the Bible. We took a tour of the Bible and visited different mountains to discover how they became places where God invited flawed and faulty humans in His redemptive work. … Jordan Weathers 2738 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22419855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_downthemountain/id/4242864.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22419855 cosmic, mountain, Bible, test, rest, trust, Eden, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Moses, up, down, respond, solitude, stillness, quiet, God, Lord, submission, a Sun, 22 Jun 2025 06:13:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Mountains can be beautiful and breath-taking places, but because the air at the summit is too thin, too cold or too windy, they are places we cannot stay for long. We often use mountain-related language when we refer to our experiences with God; mountains are times when we feel close to Him and have an abundance of faith, and valleys are difficult or distant seasons. Although they are merely metaphors for us, powerful moments with God throughout the Bible did tend to happen on mountains. Moses seeing the glory of God on Mount Sinai, which has been a through-line across many recent messages, is one of these “cosmic mountain” encounters. A cosmic mountain is a special place where the veil between Heaven and earth wears thin, where a human is able to commune with the Lord and join in His redemptive work. This week, we’re kicking off a new two-part series, taking a quick tour of some cosmic mountains in the Bible and seeing what God might be trying to show us. Mountains can be beautiful and breath-taking places, but because the air at the summit is too thin, too cold or too windy, they are places we cannot stay for long. We often use mountain-related language when we refer to our experiences with God; mountains are times when we feel close to Him and have an abundance of faith, and valleys are difficult or distant seasons. Although they are merely metaphors for us, powerful moments with God throughout the Bible did tend to happen on mountains. Moses seeing the glory of God on Mount Sinai, which has been a through-line across many recent messages, is one of these “cosmic mountain” encounters. A cosmic mountain is a special place where the veil between Heaven and earth wears thin, where a human is able to commune with the Lord and join in His redemptive work. This week, we’re kicking off a new two-part series, taking a quick tour of some cosmic mountains in the Bible and seeing what God might be trying to show us. Mountains can be beautiful and breath-taking places, but because the air at the summit is too thin, too cold or too windy, they are places we cannot stay for long. We often use mountain-related language when we refer to our experiences with God; mounta… Jordan Weathers 3477 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22416719/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_upthemountain/id/4239781.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22416719 mountain, peak, summit, top, awe, amazement, pursue, God, glory, Moses, Sinai, fear, valley, cosmic, encounter, Exodus, Genesis, test, rest, trust, Ed Sun, 15 Jun 2025 06:10:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we have seen, the world has a pattern of expectations, behaviors, customs and motives. It’s a script to follow, and for the most part, it’s self-centered, self-indulgent and self-managed. However, as followers of Jesus, we are called to be different by renewing our minds with the Word and the Spirit of God. We do this by surrendering our fates and souls to Jesus and following His patterns and direction for our lives. This week, we’re wrapping up our “Flip the Script” series with a special message in honor of Father’s Day. The Bible is full of mighty men of God who failed miserably as fathers. God’s call to be different isn’t just for what we do in public; His script for us means that those who know us best will love and respect us most. What we do in our homes is just as important as what we do within our jobs, churches and communities. As we have seen, the world has a pattern of expectations, behaviors, customs and motives. It’s a script to follow, and for the most part, it’s self-centered, self-indulgent and self-managed. However, as followers of Jesus, we are called to be different by renewing our minds with the Word and the Spirit of God. We do this by surrendering our fates and souls to Jesus and following His patterns and direction for our lives. This week, we’re wrapping up our “Flip the Script” series with a special message in honor of Father’s Day. The Bible is full of mighty men of God who failed miserably as fathers. God’s call to be different isn’t just for what we do in public; His script for us means that those who know us best will love and respect us most. What we do in our homes is just as important as what we do within our jobs, churches and communities. As we have seen, the world has a pattern of expectations, behaviors, customs and motives. It’s a script to follow, and for the most part, it’s self-centered, self-indulgent and self-managed. However, as followers of Jesus, we are called to be different… Pastor John Butler 2676 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22416718/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_flipthescriptseriespart4flipth/id/4239780.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22416718 flip, script, pattern, behaviors, customs, expectations, motives, self, Jesus, different, God, Lord, Savior, Master, Father’s Day, family, love, respe Sun, 08 Jun 2025 21:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re continuing our series called “Flip the Script.” We have established that the world has a script, a set of expectations that people are supposed to follow. However, the Word of God tells us in Romans 12 that we’re not supposed to conform to those customs and behaviors; if we’re going to be followers of Jesus, we have to live according to His will for our lives and flip the script in every area. Just like other things, the world has a script they want us to follow about money, but the way believers approach money should look different. Our basic understanding of money should come from the Bible. If every good and perfect gift comes from God, there is no such thing as YOUR money. We’re merely stewards of what the Lord has blessed us with, distributing it according to His priorities and principles. This week, we’re continuing our series called “Flip the Script.” We have established that the world has a script, a set of expectations that people are supposed to follow. However, the Word of God tells us in Romans 12 that we’re not supposed to conform to those customs and behaviors; if we’re going to be followers of Jesus, we have to live according to His will for our lives and flip the script in every area. Just like other things, the world has a script they want us to follow about money, but the way believers approach money should look different. Our basic understanding of money should come from the Bible. If every good and perfect gift comes from God, there is no such thing as YOUR money. We’re merely stewards of what the Lord has blessed us with, distributing it according to His priorities and principles. This week, we’re continuing our series called “Flip the Script.” We have established that the world has a script, a set of expectations that people are supposed to follow. However, the Word of God tells us in Romans 12 that we’re not supposed to confor… Pastor John Butler 2304 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22411055/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_flipthescriptseriespart3flipth/id/4234334.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22411055 flip, script, pattern, expectation, conform, custom, behavior, world, life, Jesus, God, calling, focus, purpose, finances, money, blessing, steward, m Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:41:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When most of us read Mark 16 or Matthew 28, we think of missionaries and those who go to foreign countries to serve for a week or two. We think that’s how you fulfill the call to go and preach or make disciples, but every day, we get a chance to get up and drive into a “village” full of people who don’t know or don’t care about Jesus. It’s called your job. Most of us think of our jobs as a hindrance to doing the work of the ministry, but what if we flip the script on that mindset? What if we walked into our workplace every day and saw it not as what’s keeping us from going but the destination God is sending us? When Jesus told us to go, what if He meant work or school instead of church or overseas? When most of us read Mark 16 or Matthew 28, we think of missionaries and those who go to foreign countries to serve for a week or two. We think that’s how you fulfill the call to go and preach or make disciples, but every day, we get a chance to get up and drive into a “village” full of people who don’t know or don’t care about Jesus. It’s called your job. Most of us think of our jobs as a hindrance to doing the work of the ministry, but what if we flip the script on that mindset? What if we walked into our workplace every day and saw it not as what’s keeping us from going but the destination God is sending us? When Jesus told us to go, what if He meant work or school instead of church or overseas? When most of us read Mark 16 or Matthew 28, we think of missionaries and those who go to foreign countries to serve for a week or two. We think that’s how you fulfill the call to go and preach or make disciples, but every day, we get a chance to get up… Pastor John Butler 2207 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22408228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_flipthescriptseriespart2flipth/id/4231441.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22408228 village, gospel, Jesus, missionary, flip, script, job, God, send, overseas, work, school, boss, coworker, church, do, good, respect, wisdom, influence Sun, 25 May 2025 12:29:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re starting a new series called “Flip the Script.” Jesus never explicitly said that we’re supposed to be IN the world but not OF it, but the concept is laid out in John 17:14-16. For pretty much every part of your life, there is a plan or pattern this world wants you to follow: social norms, ethics, values and standards of behavior. These patterns dictate what we do, where we go and how we talk. There is a gravitational pull toward conforming to the world’s script, but Paul says in Romans 12:2 that we should not conform to it. Don’t give into it; don’t just lazily and obediently do what the world wants you to do. If there is a pattern laid out by the world, the people of God need to break it. This series is all about exposing the areas where we may be following the script and challenging us to turn it upside down. This week, we’re starting a new series called “Flip the Script.” Jesus never explicitly said that we’re supposed to be IN the world but not OF it, but the concept is laid out in John 17:14-16. For pretty much every part of your life, there is a plan or pattern this world wants you to follow: social norms, ethics, values and standards of behavior. These patterns dictate what we do, where we go and how we talk. There is a gravitational pull toward conforming to the world’s script, but Paul says in Romans 12:2 that we should not conform to it. Don’t give into it; don’t just lazily and obediently do what the world wants you to do. If there is a pattern laid out by the world, the people of God need to break it. This series is all about exposing the areas where we may be following the script and challenging us to turn it upside down. This week, we’re starting a new series called “Flip the Script.” Jesus never explicitly said that we’re supposed to be IN the world but not OF it, but the concept is laid out in John 17:14-16. For pretty much every part of your life, there is a plan or… Pastor John Butler 2453 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22405804/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_flipthescriptpart1differentmak/id/4229010.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22405804 flip, script, plan, pattern, customs, Joh, Romans, Jesus, Paul, conform, expose, challenge, world, change, different, make, difference, ministry, life Sun, 18 May 2025 10:57:00 +0000 Matt Carlisle In Jeremiah 29:11-14, God is speaking to the exiles in Babylon. His message to the Jewish people who had been deported from Jerusalem was one of hope and a future; He wanted them to know that He had plans for them despite their hardship. While graduating isn’t the same as being deported, it is a huge accomplishment reflecting hard work and dedication, and it is a move the rest of the students’ lives. For Graduation Recognition Sunday, Matt Carlisle — a member of our high school ministry team — encourages young people to build their lives on the firm foundation of God’s Word. By pointing out five common things we’re all likely to face, he illustrates that the things from our childhood can follow us through adulthood, but he also reminds us that Jesus can help us change and overcome the challenges of life. In Jeremiah 29:11-14, God is speaking to the exiles in Babylon. His message to the Jewish people who had been deported from Jerusalem was one of hope and a future; He wanted them to know that He had plans for them despite their hardship. While graduating isn’t the same as being deported, it is a huge accomplishment reflecting hard work and dedication, and it is a move the rest of the students’ lives. For Graduation Recognition Sunday, Matt Carlisle — a member of our high school ministry team — encourages young people to build their lives on the firm foundation of God’s Word. By pointing out five common things we’re all likely to face, he illustrates that the things from our childhood can follow us through adulthood, but he also reminds us that Jesus can help us change and overcome the challenges of life. In Jeremiah 29:11-14, God is speaking to the exiles in Babylon. His message to the Jewish people who had been deported from Jerusalem was one of hope and a future; He wanted them to know that He had plans for them despite their hardship. While graduati… Matt Carlisle 2577 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22403519/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegreaterplan/id/4226799.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22403519 greater, plan, God, Jeremiah, exile, graduation, student, career, foundation, chapter, time, discipline, hurt, children, adult, judgment, mockery, anx Sun, 11 May 2025 07:58:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Motherhood is a double-edged sword. We do not deny that children are a gift from God, but it is equally true that being a mother is a sword that will pierce your soul — as it says in Luke 2:35. Although that verse is about Mary seeing Jesus suffer on the cross, what mother hasn’t felt the slice of that sword as they have watched their own children suffer through the trials of life. Motherhood is messy. It’s difficult and leaves you with emotional baggage that you are too often too busy, too religious, too polite, too numb or too wounded to deal with, but Jesus is a Healer. If we truly believe our church is in a season of healing, it would make no sense to spend Mother’s Day glossing over things that cause pain. This week, we’re trying to help moms find healing. Motherhood is a double-edged sword. We do not deny that children are a gift from God, but it is equally true that being a mother is a sword that will pierce your soul — as it says in Luke 2:35. Although that verse is about Mary seeing Jesus suffer on the cross, what mother hasn’t felt the slice of that sword as they have watched their own children suffer through the trials of life. Motherhood is messy. It’s difficult and leaves you with emotional baggage that you are too often too busy, too religious, too polite, too numb or too wounded to deal with, but Jesus is a Healer. If we truly believe our church is in a season of healing, it would make no sense to spend Mother’s Day glossing over things that cause pain. This week, we’re trying to help moms find healing. Motherhood is a double-edged sword. We do not deny that children are a gift from God, but it is equally true that being a mother is a sword that will pierce your soul — as it says in Luke 2:35. Although that verse is about Mary seeing Jesus suffer on t… Pastor John Butler 2011 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22401301/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_healingformoms/id/4224787.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22401301 church, real, Mother’s Day, motherhood, gift, God, grace, healing, Lord, season, physical, spiritual, mental, emotional, baggage, pain, Jesus, fear, f Sun, 04 May 2025 12:53:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week was a pivotal moment for the people of Covenant Life. We learned together that there’s power in the presence of God, and we don’t have to wait until the future to access it or worry that we missed it in the past. We can access it right now in our present. Many people prayed to God at the end of service, seeking His help in forgiving those who hurt them and trying to live out His will for their lives, but that type of life change doesn’t happen overnight. When the Israelites crossed into the Promised Land, they faced many battles and setbacks, but before they could move forward, they needed to stop and heal. The men required a physical circumcision to be set apart for God, but the hearts of everyone in the group needed a spiritual circumcision — a separation from their past selves. The same is required of us; the Lord must be allowed to mend us, so we have the strength to ascend the mountain and seek His glory. Last week was a pivotal moment for the people of Covenant Life. We learned together that there’s power in the presence of God, and we don’t have to wait until the future to access it or worry that we missed it in the past. We can access it right now in our present. Many people prayed to God at the end of service, seeking His help in forgiving those who hurt them and trying to live out His will for their lives, but that type of life change doesn’t happen overnight. When the Israelites crossed into the Promised Land, they faced many battles and setbacks, but before they could move forward, they needed to stop and heal. The men required a physical circumcision to be set apart for God, but the hearts of everyone in the group needed a spiritual circumcision — a separation from their past selves. The same is required of us; the Lord must be allowed to mend us, so we have the strength to ascend the mountain and seek His glory. Last week was a pivotal moment for the people of Covenant Life. We learned together that there’s power in the presence of God, and we don’t have to wait until the future to access it or worry that we missed it in the past. We can access it right now in… Pastor John Butler 2702 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22398629/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparationforthepromise/id/4222161.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22398629 preparation, promise, heal, Jesus, blood, cross, mend, sin, forgive, pain, hurt, Joshua, Isaiah, Luke, God, Holy Spirit, circumcision, separate, stre Sun, 27 Apr 2025 13:05:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The tent of meeting, which we read about in Exodus 33, was a tent that Moses set up outside the camp of the Israelites. He would go into the tent and meet with God about the decisions he needed to make and directions he needed to take in leading Israel toward the will of God. It was a place where Moses could be in the manifested presence of God. As a matter of fact, some translations called it the Tent of the Lord’s Presence. When we think of talking to or hearing from God, we often think it may happen at some point in the future or that we missed opportunity sometime in the past. However, the Bible refers to our bodies as temporary tents and says they are the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit. We don’t have to worry that we’ve missed our chance or wait until the future; we can enter into God’s presence any place and time — right here in the present tense. The tent of meeting, which we read about in Exodus 33, was a tent that Moses set up outside the camp of the Israelites. He would go into the tent and meet with God about the decisions he needed to make and directions he needed to take in leading Israel toward the will of God. It was a place where Moses could be in the manifested presence of God. As a matter of fact, some translations called it the Tent of the Lord’s Presence. When we think of talking to or hearing from God, we often think it may happen at some point in the future or that we missed opportunity sometime in the past. However, the Bible refers to our bodies as temporary tents and says they are the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit. We don’t have to worry that we’ve missed our chance or wait until the future; we can enter into God’s presence any place and time — right here in the present tense. The tent of meeting, which we read about in Exodus 33, was a tent that Moses set up outside the camp of the Israelites. He would go into the tent and meet with God about the decisions he needed to make and directions he needed to take in leading Israe… Pastor John Butler 2893 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22396307/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_presenttents/id/4219871.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22396307 Exodus, Moses, tent, meeting, God, presence, Lord, body, temporary, Holy Spirit, past, future, present, power, I Am, seek, will, plans, preparation, l Sun, 20 Apr 2025 17:48:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When Jesus Christ walked out of the tomb on Easter morning, He walked out in a resurrected physical body. When He was on the earth, He was in a physical body. He was — and IS — a real person. He’s not a mythical figure or a philosophical construct; there is a real Jesus this morning who not only lived, died and rose again but also Who is alive and well this morning and will live forever! From almost every church on Easter, an invitation will go out to follow Jesus, but not everyone who claims to be a Christian is one. However, not every pulpit is preaching the real Jesus revealed in His Word. The goal of following Jesus isn’t fame or fortune. It is forgiveness of sin, relationship with Him and a commitment to His Kingdom. It’s the ability to say with confidence, “That’s my King.” When Jesus Christ walked out of the tomb on Easter morning, He walked out in a resurrected physical body. When He was on the earth, He was in a physical body. He was — and IS — a real person. He’s not a mythical figure or a philosophical construct; there is a real Jesus this morning who not only lived, died and rose again but also Who is alive and well this morning and will live forever! From almost every church on Easter, an invitation will go out to follow Jesus, but not everyone who claims to be a Christian is one. However, not every pulpit is preaching the real Jesus revealed in His Word. The goal of following Jesus isn’t fame or fortune. It is forgiveness of sin, relationship with Him and a commitment to His Kingdom. It’s the ability to say with confidence, “That’s my King.” When Jesus Christ walked out of the tomb on Easter morning, He walked out in a resurrected physical body. When He was on the earth, He was in a physical body. He was — and IS — a real person. He’s not a mythical figure or a philosophical construct; the… Pastor John Butler 2457 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22394255/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thatsmyking/id/4217854.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22394255 resurrection, Jesus, Easter, tomb, live, forever, king, savior, scripture, Bible, Rome, throne, provision, prosperity, power, politics, prestige, fame Sat, 19 Apr 2025 17:39:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler There is much to be learned in the four gospels by reading about the crucifixion of Jesus, but what often gets lost in the sensory overload of the events described is the perspective that only time and distance can offer. If you just read the accounts, you’ll get the impression that it was a power play, a political assassination or a religious feud. However, the Bible tells us that Jesus was sent for this. The crucifixion didn’t happen by accident. It was the plan all along because He loves the world that much. It wasn’t an assassination; Jesus willingly laid down His life. In fact, when Jesus talks about the cross in John 3, He refers to an event from Moses’s life that happened 1,800 years before He was even born. This week, we’re going outside the crucifixion accounts to find new depth and insight. There is much to be learned in the four gospels by reading about the crucifixion of Jesus, but what often gets lost in the sensory overload of the events described is the perspective that only time and distance can offer. If you just read the accounts, you’ll get the impression that it was a power play, a political assassination or a religious feud. However, the Bible tells us that Jesus was sent for this. The crucifixion didn’t happen by accident. It was the plan all along because He loves the world that much. It wasn’t an assassination; Jesus willingly laid down His life. In fact, when Jesus talks about the cross in John 3, He refers to an event from Moses’s life that happened 1,800 years before He was even born. This week, we’re going outside the crucifixion accounts to find new depth and insight. There is much to be learned in the four gospels by reading about the crucifixion of Jesus, but what often gets lost in the sensory overload of the events described is the perspective that only time and distance can offer. If you just read the accounts,… Pastor John Butler 2370 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22394253/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_serpentservantandsavior/id/4217852.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22394253 gospels, crucifixion, Jesus, Moses, serpent, servant, savior, John, snake, bronze, curse, heal, God, sin, Isaiah, Lord, Messiah, nails, sheep, meeknes Sun, 13 Apr 2025 08:21:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re recognizing what is known around the Christian world as Palm Sunday, which is recorded in all four gospels. It was immediately recognized by all who were present as an announcement of Jesus as the Messiah. Their King had arrived, a moment they had been anticipating for centuries, but although the triumphal entry happened exactly as they had expected, there were a lot of things their hearts were not prepared for. Thanks to the benefit of hindsight, we understand what Jesus was doing and why it had to be the way it was. When King Jesus arrived, He started to put things in order and reset people’s priorities, which is the same thing that happens when we encounter Jesus today. Using the events of Palm Sunday, Pastor John shares four things we can do to align our misplaced priorities with the Kingdom and get our hearts ready for the King. This week, we’re recognizing what is known around the Christian world as Palm Sunday, which is recorded in all four gospels. It was immediately recognized by all who were present as an announcement of Jesus as the Messiah. Their King had arrived, a moment they had been anticipating for centuries, but although the triumphal entry happened exactly as they had expected, there were a lot of things their hearts were not prepared for. Thanks to the benefit of hindsight, we understand what Jesus was doing and why it had to be the way it was. When King Jesus arrived, He started to put things in order and reset people’s priorities, which is the same thing that happens when we encounter Jesus today. Using the events of Palm Sunday, Pastor John shares four things we can do to align our misplaced priorities with the Kingdom and get our hearts ready for the King. This week, we’re recognizing what is known around the Christian world as Palm Sunday, which is recorded in all four gospels. It was immediately recognized by all who were present as an announcement of Jesus as the Messiah. Their King had arrived, a mom… Pastor John Butler 2558 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22391180/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_leteveryheartpreparehimroom/id/4214841.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22391180 Palm Sunday, Jesus, followers, branches, triumphant, entry, Messiah, King, priorities, heart, God, prepare, room, gospels, Luke, John, stuff, donkey Sun, 06 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams In December 2023, Pastor Robby unexpectedly lost his only child, Kylie. Despite being raised in church and having a great relationship with God, nothing could prepare him for the tragedy, and in the aftermath of her passing, he has faced countless questions and a lot of searching. Even now, he still can’t fully process the grief and cope with the new world in which he and his wife are living. This week, Robby opens up about his experience and the many “God moments” that have led him back to the pulpit. Amid all the things he still doesn’t know or understand, he has discovered that there is one thing he has needed more than anything: hope. Together, we will discover that hope has a name, and it’s Jesus. In fact, the name of Jesus contains everything we could ever want or need. In December 2023, Pastor Robby unexpectedly lost his only child, Kylie. Despite being raised in church and having a great relationship with God, nothing could prepare him for the tragedy, and in the aftermath of her passing, he has faced countless questions and a lot of searching. Even now, he still can’t fully process the grief and cope with the new world in which he and his wife are living. This week, Robby opens up about his experience and the many “God moments” that have led him back to the pulpit. Amid all the things he still doesn’t know or understand, he has discovered that there is one thing he has needed more than anything: hope. Together, we will discover that hope has a name, and it’s Jesus. In fact, the name of Jesus contains everything we could ever want or need. In December 2023, Pastor Robby unexpectedly lost his only child, Kylie. Despite being raised in church and having a great relationship with God, nothing could prepare him for the tragedy, and in the aftermath of her passing, he has faced countless ques… Pastor Robby Williams 2057 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22391179/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hope/id/4214840.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22391179 hope, heart, Lord, help, shield, God, truth, loss, grief, church, know, understand, pray, text, call, card, hug, excitement, purpose, conference, note Sun, 30 Mar 2025 09:39:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we are finishing a short series called “Glimpses of Glory.” Sometimes, the glory of God gives you an understanding of the name and nature of God. Other times, you will receive cleansing from sin or calling to ministry. Now, we’re talking about times that the glory of God manifests itself in a tangible way, where Heaven touches earth in a way that is undeniable and unforgettable. If we are truly going to pursue the glory of God the way He is calling us to, we have to open our spiritual minds up to the possibility that God may express Himself in ways we’ve never seen and didn’t expect. In this message, we’re exploring times in the Word and in our own lives when God expresses Himself this way, offering glimpses of His glory that are spiritual in nature but physical in expression. This week, we are finishing a short series called “Glimpses of Glory.” Sometimes, the glory of God gives you an understanding of the name and nature of God. Other times, you will receive cleansing from sin or calling to ministry. Now, we’re talking about times that the glory of God manifests itself in a tangible way, where Heaven touches earth in a way that is undeniable and unforgettable. If we are truly going to pursue the glory of God the way He is calling us to, we have to open our spiritual minds up to the possibility that God may express Himself in ways we’ve never seen and didn’t expect. In this message, we’re exploring times in the Word and in our own lives when God expresses Himself this way, offering glimpses of His glory that are spiritual in nature but physical in expression. This week, we are finishing a short series called “Glimpses of Glory.” Sometimes, the glory of God gives you an understanding of the name and nature of God. Other times, you will receive cleansing from sin or calling to ministry. Now, we’re talking abo… Pastor John Butler 3225 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22386299/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_glimpsesofgloryseriespart3heav/id/4210070.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22386299 glimpse, glory, heaven, came, down, spiritual, physical, understand, name, nature, cleansing, sin, calling, ministry, God, settle, heavy, weight, Paul Sun, 23 Mar 2025 19:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout our current series, which is called “Glimpses of Glory,” we are talking about how God longs to show us His glory but can only share glimpses of it because of His overwhelming power and majesty. However, even a glimpse or a moment in His glory can change your life!When we talk about glory, we are talking about a manifestation of God in a way that is transformative; it isn’t understood so much as it is experienced. Last week, we looked at what happened when Moses asked to see God’s glory in Exodus 33. God revealed His name and His nature. This week, we’re using Isaiah 6:1-8 to explore the concept of cleansing and calling. There is no question that what Isaiah experienced in this passage of Scripture was a manifestation of God’s glory. It may have been a different experience than that Moses had, but it was no less powerful. Throughout our current series, which is called “Glimpses of Glory,” we are talking about how God longs to show us His glory but can only share glimpses of it because of His overwhelming power and majesty. However, even a glimpse or a moment in His glory can change your life!When we talk about glory, we are talking about a manifestation of God in a way that is transformative; it isn’t understood so much as it is experienced. Last week, we looked at what happened when Moses asked to see God’s glory in Exodus 33. God revealed His name and His nature. This week, we’re using Isaiah 6:1-8 to explore the concept of cleansing and calling. There is no question that what Isaiah experienced in this passage of Scripture was a manifestation of God’s glory. It may have been a different experience than that Moses had, but it was no less powerful. Throughout our current series, which is called “Glimpses of Glory,” we are talking about how God longs to show us His glory but can only share glimpses of it because of His overwhelming power and majesty. However, even a glimpse or a moment in His glor… Pastor John Butler 2473 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22384017/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_glimpsesofgloryseriespart2clea/id/4207817.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22384017 glimpse, glory, God, manifestation, change, life, desire, experience, Word, Moses, Exodus, cleansing, calling, Isaiah, pride, humility, goodness, holi Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re starting a new series called “Glimpses of Glory,” which is focused on the glory of God. The roots of this series are found in a previous series we completed last called “Covenant Living.” We encourage you to watch or listen to these messages if you have not done so. Exodus 33:11-23 served as the basis for that series, and we’re revisiting it for this series, too. There are many different passages in the Bible where God revealed His glory to people and many expressions of that glory, but churches don’t talk about it much because it’s difficult to understand and cannot be controlled. With this series, Pastor John is attempting to restore a biblical understanding and appreciation of God’s glory, starting with a message called “The Name and Nature of God.” This week, we’re starting a new series called “Glimpses of Glory,” which is focused on the glory of God. The roots of this series are found in a previous series we completed last called “Covenant Living.” We encourage you to watch or listen to these messages if you have not done so. Exodus 33:11-23 served as the basis for that series, and we’re revisiting it for this series, too. There are many different passages in the Bible where God revealed His glory to people and many expressions of that glory, but churches don’t talk about it much because it’s difficult to understand and cannot be controlled. With this series, Pastor John is attempting to restore a biblical understanding and appreciation of God’s glory, starting with a message called “The Name and Nature of God.” This week, we’re starting a new series called “Glimpses of Glory,” which is focused on the glory of God. The roots of this series are found in a previous series we completed last called “Covenant Living.” We encourage you to watch or listen to these me… Pastor John Butler 2279 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22381871/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_glimpsesofgloryseriespart1then/id/4205706.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22381871 glimpse, glory, covenant, living, Exodus, name, nature, God, Moses, more, holy, dissatisfaction, freedom, relationship, presence, pursue, rock, cleft, Sun, 09 Mar 2025 11:32:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Matthew 6:9-10, Jesus tells us how to pray that God’s will is done on earth as it is in heaven. In a sense, He’s trying to bring heaven to earth. In Ephesians 2, we read that Satan is the ruler of the kingdom of the air. He deceives people into doing the opposite of God’s will. He creates chaos and confusion. His whole purpose is to pollute the atmosphere here on earth with the same things that await him in Hell. This week, we’re talking about how easy it is to get polluted air in your lungs — even spiritually. Satan is really good at this. He can lead us to focus on negative things and breathe in the air of Hell until we are in a full-blown panic. On the other hand, we see that Jesus never allowed what was going on around Him to get into Him. We must learn to do the same; we have to change the source of what we breathe. In Matthew 6:9-10, Jesus tells us how to pray that God’s will is done on earth as it is in heaven. In a sense, He’s trying to bring heaven to earth. In Ephesians 2, we read that Satan is the ruler of the kingdom of the air. He deceives people into doing the opposite of God’s will. He creates chaos and confusion. His whole purpose is to pollute the atmosphere here on earth with the same things that await him in Hell. This week, we’re talking about how easy it is to get polluted air in your lungs — even spiritually. Satan is really good at this. He can lead us to focus on negative things and breathe in the air of Hell until we are in a full-blown panic. On the other hand, we see that Jesus never allowed what was going on around Him to get into Him. We must learn to do the same; we have to change the source of what we breathe. In Matthew 6:9-10, Jesus tells us how to pray that God’s will is done on earth as it is in heaven. In a sense, He’s trying to bring heaven to earth. In Ephesians 2, we read that Satan is the ruler of the kingdom of the air. He deceives people into doin… Pastor John Butler 2634 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22379481/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_airofhellbreathofheaven/id/4203359.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22379481 Jesus, pray, God, will, earth, Heaven, Satan, enemy, air, world, Hell, breath, breathe, lungs, attack, Bible, chaos, mob, hurry, source, truth, around Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:48:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing our relationship series called Crosswinds. Headwinds give you lift, and tailwinds give you speed. It’s the wind that comes across that will take you out. The Kingdom of God is built on relationships, and if we plan to have a growing intimacy in our vertical relationship with God, we have to pay attention to the horizontal relationships we have with others. It’s important that we address the crosswinds damaging our relationships. In this series, we have been talking about three big crosswinds. If you eliminate these things, about 85% of your relationship problems will be solved. We talked about excessive alcohol and sexual impurity, and this is our third week talking about immaturity. In the Bible, Jesus is calling us to be child-like to make it in the Kingdom of God, but Paul warns us to grow up and not be childish. We have been learning that the difference is humility. We’re continuing our relationship series called Crosswinds. Headwinds give you lift, and tailwinds give you speed. It’s the wind that comes across that will take you out. The Kingdom of God is built on relationships, and if we plan to have a growing intimacy in our vertical relationship with God, we have to pay attention to the horizontal relationships we have with others. It’s important that we address the crosswinds damaging our relationships. In this series, we have been talking about three big crosswinds. If you eliminate these things, about 85% of your relationship problems will be solved. We talked about excessive alcohol and sexual impurity, and this is our third week talking about immaturity. In the Bible, Jesus is calling us to be child-like to make it in the Kingdom of God, but Paul warns us to grow up and not be childish. We have been learning that the difference is humility. We’re continuing our relationship series called Crosswinds. Headwinds give you lift, and tailwinds give you speed. It’s the wind that comes across that will take you out. The Kingdom of God is built on relationships, and if we plan to have a growing i… Pastor John Butler 2446 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22374491/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crosswindsseriespart5immaturit/id/4200641.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22374491 crosswinds, storms, wind, relationships, vertical, horizontal, God, damage, alcohol, pornography, immaturity, Jesus, Paul, child-like, childish, Kingd Sun, 23 Feb 2025 13:54:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are continuing our series called Crosswinds, which is all about the things in your horizontal relationships that hinder your vertical relationship with the Lord. How you treat people matters, and if we’re going to pursue the glory of God, we have to pay attention to our relationships with others because God is definitely paying attention. So what are the crosswinds that will take out your relationships? We’ve talked about excessive alcohol consumption and sexual immorality. Last week, we began talking about immaturity, and we’re continuing that discussion this week by focusing on how we should change the way we speak, think and reason to be more mature believers. We are continuing our series called Crosswinds, which is all about the things in your horizontal relationships that hinder your vertical relationship with the Lord. How you treat people matters, and if we’re going to pursue the glory of God, we have to pay attention to our relationships with others because God is definitely paying attention. So what are the crosswinds that will take out your relationships? We’ve talked about excessive alcohol consumption and sexual immorality. Last week, we began talking about immaturity, and we’re continuing that discussion this week by focusing on how we should change the way we speak, think and reason to be more mature believers. We are continuing our series called Crosswinds, which is all about the things in your horizontal relationships that hinder your vertical relationship with the Lord. How you treat people matters, and if we’re going to pursue the glory of God, we have to… Pastor John Butler 2373 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22376712/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crosswindsseriespart4immaturit/id/4200643.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22376712 relationship, crosswinds, Lord, people, God, horizontal, vertical, glory, alcohol, porn, sex, immorality, Jesus, Paul, immaturity, child-like, childis Sun, 16 Feb 2025 11:21:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re beginning the last message in the Crosswinds Series, which has been all about the things that destroy our relationships and disrupt our spiritual progress in pursuing God’s glory. In other words, we’re exploring the horizontal things that become the lid for the vertical things in our lives. Wind isn’t a bad thing in and of itself. Headwinds provide lift, and tailwinds provide speed. Crosswinds, on the other hand, aren’t helpful for anyone. Our two opening scriptures (1 Corinthians 13:11 and Matthew 18:1-4) both reference childhood, but one seems to encourage it while the other seems to reject it. Jesus says that we have to be like children to be successful in the Kingdom of God, but Paul says we should put away childish things. For this message, we’re going to talk about the crosswind of immaturity, which takes a tole on our relationships. The key is to learn to be child-like but not childish. This week, we’re beginning the last message in the Crosswinds Series, which has been all about the things that destroy our relationships and disrupt our spiritual progress in pursuing God’s glory. In other words, we’re exploring the horizontal things that become the lid for the vertical things in our lives. Wind isn’t a bad thing in and of itself. Headwinds provide lift, and tailwinds provide speed. Crosswinds, on the other hand, aren’t helpful for anyone. Our two opening scriptures (1 Corinthians 13:11 and Matthew 18:1-4) both reference childhood, but one seems to encourage it while the other seems to reject it. Jesus says that we have to be like children to be successful in the Kingdom of God, but Paul says we should put away childish things. For this message, we’re going to talk about the crosswind of immaturity, which takes a tole on our relationships. The key is to learn to be child-like but not childish. This week, we’re beginning the last message in the Crosswinds Series, which has been all about the things that destroy our relationships and disrupt our spiritual progress in pursuing God’s glory. In other words, we’re exploring the horizontal things t… Pastor John Butler 2526 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22372052/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crosswindsseriespart3immaturit/id/4196090.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22372052 crosswinds, relationships, horizontal, vertical, God, glory, headwind, tailwind, lift, speed, ministry, marriage, immaturity, child-like, childish, Je Sun, 09 Feb 2025 12:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re in the middle of a three-part series on relationships called Crosswinds. If you picture a cross, there are two pieces of wood: a vertical piece and a horizontal piece. Throughout this series, we’re talking about horizontal things — how we conduct ourselves and interact with people around us — that can hinder our vertical pursuit of God’s glory. While headwinds give us lift and tailwinds give us speed, crosswinds are never helpful. Last week, we talked about the first common crosswind in our relationships: the excessive use of alcohol. We learned that it never helps and provided resources to help those dealing with this issue. This week, we’re going to talk about our next crosswind: sexual impurity. It’s mentioned often in the Bible, but many churches don’t discuss it. Together, we’ll explore how sexual impurity is killing our marriages and other relationships. We’re in the middle of a three-part series on relationships called Crosswinds. If you picture a cross, there are two pieces of wood: a vertical piece and a horizontal piece. Throughout this series, we’re talking about horizontal things — how we conduct ourselves and interact with people around us — that can hinder our vertical pursuit of God’s glory. While headwinds give us lift and tailwinds give us speed, crosswinds are never helpful. Last week, we talked about the first common crosswind in our relationships: the excessive use of alcohol. We learned that it never helps and provided resources to help those dealing with this issue. This week, we’re going to talk about our next crosswind: sexual impurity. It’s mentioned often in the Bible, but many churches don’t discuss it. Together, we’ll explore how sexual impurity is killing our marriages and other relationships. We’re in the middle of a three-part series on relationships called Crosswinds. If you picture a cross, there are two pieces of wood: a vertical piece and a horizontal piece. Throughout this series, we’re talking about horizontal things — how we conduct… Pastor John Butler 2881 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22369729/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crosswindsseriespart2sexualimp/id/4193848.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22369729 relationships, crosswinds, cross, God, glory, vertical, horizontal, cross, lift, speed, headwind, tailwind, sex, sexual, impurity, marriage, Word, Jes Sun, 02 Feb 2025 12:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re starting a new series called Crosswinds. Numerous verses in the Bible illustrate the connection between our relationship with God and how we treat the people around us. In our vertical pursuit of God’s glory, there are things that happen in our horizontal relationships that will throw us off course and prevent us from rising into the upper atmosphere where God’s calling us. The purpose of this series is to remind us of important things we need to take care of horizontally, so we can ascend vertically without hinderance. Together, we’ll explore three issues that Pastor John has observed repeatedly over the years that, if addressed in accordance with the Word, could eliminate most of our marriage problems. The first crosswind we’re going to talk about is alcohol. This week, we’re starting a new series called Crosswinds. Numerous verses in the Bible illustrate the connection between our relationship with God and how we treat the people around us. In our vertical pursuit of God’s glory, there are things that happen in our horizontal relationships that will throw us off course and prevent us from rising into the upper atmosphere where God’s calling us. The purpose of this series is to remind us of important things we need to take care of horizontally, so we can ascend vertically without hinderance. Together, we’ll explore three issues that Pastor John has observed repeatedly over the years that, if addressed in accordance with the Word, could eliminate most of our marriage problems. The first crosswind we’re going to talk about is alcohol. This week, we’re starting a new series called Crosswinds. Numerous verses in the Bible illustrate the connection between our relationship with God and how we treat the people around us. In our vertical pursuit of God’s glory, there are things that happ… Pastor John Butler 2841 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22367137/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crosswindsseriespart1alcohol/id/4191325.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22367137 relationships, crosswinds, Jesus, Spirit, God, glory, vertical, horizontal, cross, rise, lift, speed, headwind, tailwind, atmosphere, issue, problem Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:37:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler For as long as he’s been the leader of Covenant Life, Pastor John has delivered an annual State of the Church message because it’s important for accountability, integrity, and unity. In this year’s message, we’re looking back at 2024 and talking about the financial figures, attendance numbers, spiritual growth metrics, and even the intangible things that God did among us over the past 12 months. It won’t just be a tidal wave of numbers and figures nor will it be entirely focused on the past. We will turn our attention to the year that’s in front of us and talk about what Pastor John believes God is inviting us into. It’s not a business meeting, and it’s actually perfect for anyone watching or attending for the first time because it will help you understand a lot about the heartbeat of the church. For as long as he’s been the leader of Covenant Life, Pastor John has delivered an annual State of the Church message because it’s important for accountability, integrity, and unity. In this year’s message, we’re looking back at 2024 and talking about the financial figures, attendance numbers, spiritual growth metrics, and even the intangible things that God did among us over the past 12 months. It won’t just be a tidal wave of numbers and figures nor will it be entirely focused on the past. We will turn our attention to the year that’s in front of us and talk about what Pastor John believes God is inviting us into. It’s not a business meeting, and it’s actually perfect for anyone watching or attending for the first time because it will help you understand a lot about the heartbeat of the church. For as long as he’s been the leader of Covenant Life, Pastor John has delivered an annual State of the Church message because it’s important for accountability, integrity, and unity. In this year’s message, we’re looking back at 2024 and talking about … Pastor John Butler 3093 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22364731/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch2025/id/4188973.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22364731 state, church, accountability, integrity, unity, financial, attendance, growth, God, heartbeat, business, budget, giving, ministry, mission, tithe, b Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:32:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’ve been walking through a series called Three Funerals From Revival. If revival is a life lived in pursuit of the glory of God, then there are some things that cannot coexist with that desire. Some things must die in order for us to see God’s glory. Over the past two weeks, we’ve seen that pride and religion must die. This week, we’re going to find out why Jezebel must die. There are only around 40 or 50 verses in the whole Bible about Jezebel, but the depth of her depravity and cold-hearted evil certainly left its mark on the world. Jezebel was the daughter of the king of the Sidonians, and Ahab, who was the king of Israel, married her. He gladly imported her idolatry to Israel, and through Jezebel’s influence, it became a state-sponsored religion. We’ve been walking through a series called Three Funerals From Revival. If revival is a life lived in pursuit of the glory of God, then there are some things that cannot coexist with that desire. Some things must die in order for us to see God’s glory. Over the past two weeks, we’ve seen that pride and religion must die. This week, we’re going to find out why Jezebel must die. There are only around 40 or 50 verses in the whole Bible about Jezebel, but the depth of her depravity and cold-hearted evil certainly left its mark on the world. Jezebel was the daughter of the king of the Sidonians, and Ahab, who was the king of Israel, married her. He gladly imported her idolatry to Israel, and through Jezebel’s influence, it became a state-sponsored religion. We’ve been walking through a series called Three Funerals From Revival. If revival is a life lived in pursuit of the glory of God, then there are some things that cannot coexist with that desire. Some things must die in order for us to see God’s glory.… Pastor John Butler 2742 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22362257/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threefuneralsfromrevivalseries/id/4186728.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22362257 Jezebel, three, funeral, revival, glory, God, pursuit, die, pride, religion, Bible, Ahab, Israel, idolatry, Jesus, woman, personality, ministry, leade Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:53:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started a new series called “Three Funerals from Revival,” which explores the idea that some things have to die in our lives before we can truly live a life in pursuit of God’s glory. Last week’s message was about how everything in the Kingdom of God happens through humility. Arrogance and self-centered living will never lead you to the glory of God. Together, we learned that pride must die. This week, we’re going to talk about the second thing that must die in our lives: religion. Religion is any way of getting right with God other than the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you are trying to have a right relationship with God that doesn’t go through a wooden cross and the empty tomb, you will never achieve your goal; Jesus said that no one gets to the Father except through Him. Last week, we started a new series called “Three Funerals from Revival,” which explores the idea that some things have to die in our lives before we can truly live a life in pursuit of God’s glory. Last week’s message was about how everything in the Kingdom of God happens through humility. Arrogance and self-centered living will never lead you to the glory of God. Together, we learned that pride must die. This week, we’re going to talk about the second thing that must die in our lives: religion. Religion is any way of getting right with God other than the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you are trying to have a right relationship with God that doesn’t go through a wooden cross and the empty tomb, you will never achieve your goal; Jesus said that no one gets to the Father except through Him. Last week, we started a new series called “Three Funerals from Revival,” which explores the idea that some things have to die in our lives before we can truly live a life in pursuit of God’s glory. Last week’s message was about how everything in the Ki… Pastor John Butler 2514 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22362431/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threefuneralsfromrevivalseries/id/4186755.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22362431 three, funeral, revival, God, glory, die, pride, religion, right, Jesus, Christ, cross, tomb, way, truth, life, keep, law, grace, meaningless, blood Sun, 05 Jan 2025 23:11:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The Lord has been teaching us to draw near to Him, to climb higher up the mountain and get in the jet stream of spiritual effectiveness. There are many accounts in the Bible that describe the glory of God and its effect on people, but before we can start talking about God’s glory, we have to remember the “replacement doctrine.” As we’ve learned, it’s not enough to stop doing the wrong thing, you have to start doing the right thing. Some things can’t occupy the same space. Some things have to die before other things can live. God is jealous of His glory and doesn’t share it with anyone, so there are things that must die before the glory of God really manifests in your life. This week, we’re beginning a new series called Three Funerals from Revival, looking at three things that have to die to enable us to walk in the glory of God, and the first thing that must die is pride. The Lord has been teaching us to draw near to Him, to climb higher up the mountain and get in the jet stream of spiritual effectiveness. There are many accounts in the Bible that describe the glory of God and its effect on people, but before we can start talking about God’s glory, we have to remember the “replacement doctrine.” As we’ve learned, it’s not enough to stop doing the wrong thing, you have to start doing the right thing. Some things can’t occupy the same space. Some things have to die before other things can live. God is jealous of His glory and doesn’t share it with anyone, so there are things that must die before the glory of God really manifests in your life. This week, we’re beginning a new series called Three Funerals from Revival, looking at three things that have to die to enable us to walk in the glory of God, and the first thing that must die is pride. The Lord has been teaching us to draw near to Him, to climb higher up the mountain and get in the jet stream of spiritual effectiveness. There are many accounts in the Bible that describe the glory of God and its effect on people, but before we can sta… Pastor John Butler 2471 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22357505/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threefuneralsfromrevivalseries/id/4181930.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22357505 climbing, closer, jet stream, Bible, God, glory, jealous, three, funeral, revival, die, Isaiah, Uzziah, pride, reveal, manifest, Lord, blessing, burde Mon, 30 Dec 2024 04:49:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers As we close out the year, a lot of people are preparing resolutions for the new year, coming up with things they’d like to do more or less often over the next 12 months. The sad reality, however, is that most people give up on their resolutions by the end of January. Could it be that these changes — many of which are positive or admirable — don’t stick because we’ve failed to include God in the decision-making process? This week, Jordan Weathers uses Psalm 139 to remind us about God’s intimate knowledge of us and His involvement in every area of our lives. With this in mind, we will discuss three prayers for the new year that revolve around who we are, where we go and what we do. By earnestly asking God these three questions, we can ensure that our hopes, dreams, plans and pursuits are closely aligned with His will and Word. As we close out the year, a lot of people are preparing resolutions for the new year, coming up with things they’d like to do more or less often over the next 12 months. The sad reality, however, is that most people give up on their resolutions by the end of January. Could it be that these changes — many of which are positive or admirable — don’t stick because we’ve failed to include God in the decision-making process? This week, Jordan Weathers uses Psalm 139 to remind us about God’s intimate knowledge of us and His involvement in every area of our lives. With this in mind, we will discuss three prayers for the new year that revolve around who we are, where we go and what we do. By earnestly asking God these three questions, we can ensure that our hopes, dreams, plans and pursuits are closely aligned with His will and Word. As we close out the year, a lot of people are preparing resolutions for the new year, coming up with things they’d like to do more or less often over the next 12 months. The sad reality, however, is that most people give up on their resolutions by the … Jordan Weathers 3324 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22355433/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threeprayersforthenewyear/id/4179932.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22355433 resolutions, goals, 2025, fail, give up, Psalm, God, David, three, prayers, new, year, will, Word, who, be, Father, habitation, excavation, Holy Spiri Sun, 22 Dec 2024 07:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler So much about the Christmas account is miraculous and supernatural that it gets hard to keep track of every thing. We are all familiar with the miracle of the virgin birth, the divine communication with Joseph through dreams, the angelic appearance to the shepherds and the miracle of the Christmas star. However, there is one miracle that we might have overlooked. Although it is not typically the book of the Bible in which you expect to find information pertaining to Christmas, Colossians 2:9 speaks about a miraculous truth. We’ve heard the term “incarnation” in relationship to Christmas. God became human in order to be with us in our human condition. It is a uniquely Christian concept and one of the things that sets Jesus apart from all others. So much about the Christmas account is miraculous and supernatural that it gets hard to keep track of every thing. We are all familiar with the miracle of the virgin birth, the divine communication with Joseph through dreams, the angelic appearance to the shepherds and the miracle of the Christmas star. However, there is one miracle that we might have overlooked. Although it is not typically the book of the Bible in which you expect to find information pertaining to Christmas, Colossians 2:9 speaks about a miraculous truth. We’ve heard the term “incarnation” in relationship to Christmas. God became human in order to be with us in our human condition. It is a uniquely Christian concept and one of the things that sets Jesus apart from all others. So much about the Christmas account is miraculous and supernatural that it gets hard to keep track of every thing. We are all familiar with the miracle of the virgin birth, the divine communication with Joseph through dreams, the angelic appearance to … Pastor John Butler 1708 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22353259/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themiraclewemiss/id/4177782.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22353259 Christmas, Jesus, joy, peace, hope, Joseph, shepherds, star, angel, miracle, miss, Colossians, Bible, incarnation, God, flesh, human, condense, wisdom Sun, 15 Dec 2024 08:38:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The first prophecy about the coming of Jesus was in Genesis 3 when God tells the serpent that Eve’s Offspring will bruise the head of the serpent’s offspring. That was thousands of years before the birth of Christ. There were many more prophecies over hundreds of years, and for the previous 400 years before Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the Jewish people had heard absolutely nothing from heaven. They waited on the Messiah for what seemed like forever, and Galatians 4:4 says that, when the fullness of time came, God sent His Son. This is like waiting for a bag of microwavable popcorn to pop. It only takes two minutes, but for most of that time, it seems like nothing is happening. For a while, the bag is just as flat as it began, but after a while, though, the first “pop” happens. The things happening inside the bag reach a point where the kernels are ready to pop, and once the first one pops, the rest follow. It’s similar with what God is doing in our church and in our lives. Be faithful and patient. Trust the process and know that He’ll bring it to fruition when the time is right! The first prophecy about the coming of Jesus was in Genesis 3 when God tells the serpent that Eve’s Offspring will bruise the head of the serpent’s offspring. That was thousands of years before the birth of Christ. There were many more prophecies over hundreds of years, and for the previous 400 years before Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the Jewish people had heard absolutely nothing from heaven. They waited on the Messiah for what seemed like forever, and Galatians 4:4 says that, when the fullness of time came, God sent His Son. This is like waiting for a bag of microwavable popcorn to pop. It only takes two minutes, but for most of that time, it seems like nothing is happening. For a while, the bag is just as flat as it began, but after a while, though, the first “pop” happens. The things happening inside the bag reach a point where the kernels are ready to pop, and once the first one pops, the rest follow. It’s similar with what God is doing in our church and in our lives. Be faithful and patient. Trust the process and know that He’ll bring it to fruition when the time is right! The first prophecy about the coming of Jesus was in Genesis 3 when God tells the serpent that Eve’s Offspring will bruise the head of the serpent’s offspring. That was thousands of years before the birth of Christ. There were many more prophecies over … Pastor John Butler 2357 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22350393/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_popcorninthefullnessoftime/id/4175026.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22350393 Christmas, popcorn, fullness, time, microwave, Jesus, Genesis, God, exciting, countdown, prophecy, Jewish, Messiah, Galatians, Habakkuk, Lord, patient Sun, 08 Dec 2024 09:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re ending our four-part series called Covenant Living. The series has been based on three requests Moses makes while talking to God in Exodus: revelation, habitation and manifestation. These three components form the foundation of what it looks like to live in covenant with Him. As we’ve learned, a covenant is a holy agreement between God and His people. Those of us who have surrendered our lives to Jesus are in covenant with Him, one sealed with the Holy Spirit and bought with the blood that Jesus shed on the cross. As we’ve walked through this series together, one thing has emerged that may be holding us back from heeding the call of God and making the same requests as Moses: fear. We may be sincere about following Jesus and wish to pursue God with all our hearts, but there is fear associated with that pursuit. It may be a fear of losing control, looking foolish or being asked to give up everything. It’s part of our sin nature to run from God, but as we end this series, we’re going to explore how we can move from afraid of God to a friend of God. This week, we’re ending our four-part series called Covenant Living. The series has been based on three requests Moses makes while talking to God in Exodus: revelation, habitation and manifestation. These three components form the foundation of what it looks like to live in covenant with Him. As we’ve learned, a covenant is a holy agreement between God and His people. Those of us who have surrendered our lives to Jesus are in covenant with Him, one sealed with the Holy Spirit and bought with the blood that Jesus shed on the cross. As we’ve walked through this series together, one thing has emerged that may be holding us back from heeding the call of God and making the same requests as Moses: fear. We may be sincere about following Jesus and wish to pursue God with all our hearts, but there is fear associated with that pursuit. It may be a fear of losing control, looking foolish or being asked to give up everything. It’s part of our sin nature to run from God, but as we end this series, we’re going to explore how we can move from afraid of God to a friend of God. This week, we’re ending our four-part series called Covenant Living. The series has been based on three requests Moses makes while talking to God in Exodus: revelation, habitation and manifestation. These three components form the foundation of what it… Pastor John Butler 2691 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22348128/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantlivingseriespart4manif/id/4172828.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22348128 covenant, living, agreement, Moses, God, Exodus, Holy Spirit, Jesus, meet, speak, friend, request, revelation, habitation, manifestation, knowledge, r Sun, 01 Dec 2024 15:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Exodus 33, we see Moses having a conversation with God after the children of Israel enter into a covenant — or holy agreement — with Him. Two weeks ago, we focused on the first part of this conversation and the first request that Moses made, which demonstrated a desire for a life-changing revelation. This is a key element to covenant living; we have to understand the ways of God, which were shown to us by Jesus’s life on earth. After Moses asks God for revelation, he says, “Let me live in Your presence.” Moses’s second request was for habitation, which is when we begin to develop the character and nature of Jesus in our own lives. When we saturate ourselves with the Spirit of God, He begins to show Himself through us. This week, we’re continuing this conversation by looking at three things the enemy uses to hinder our attempts at pursuing habitation. In Exodus 33, we see Moses having a conversation with God after the children of Israel enter into a covenant — or holy agreement — with Him. Two weeks ago, we focused on the first part of this conversation and the first request that Moses made, which demonstrated a desire for a life-changing revelation. This is a key element to covenant living; we have to understand the ways of God, which were shown to us by Jesus’s life on earth. After Moses asks God for revelation, he says, “Let me live in Your presence.” Moses’s second request was for habitation, which is when we begin to develop the character and nature of Jesus in our own lives. When we saturate ourselves with the Spirit of God, He begins to show Himself through us. This week, we’re continuing this conversation by looking at three things the enemy uses to hinder our attempts at pursuing habitation. In Exodus 33, we see Moses having a conversation with God after the children of Israel enter into a covenant — or holy agreement — with Him. Two weeks ago, we focused on the first part of this conversation and the first request that Moses made, which d… Pastor John Butler 2641 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22345952/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantlivingseriespart3hindr/id/4170704.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22345952 Moses, Israel, Egypt, covenant, God, conversation, request, revelation, habitation, Jesus, Spirit, character, nature, inhabit, live, visit, hinder, wo Sun, 24 Nov 2024 15:56:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started a series called the Covenant Living Series. We talked about how Jesus fulfilled the old covenant and established a new covenant, in which He was the sacrifice and His blood paid the price. As we learned, a covenant is a holy agreement between God and His people, and in Exodus 33, we read about what happened following the covenant that God entered into with the people of Israel. For the first part of our series, we talked about revelation. Covenant living begins with a revelation of who Jesus really is, seeing the ways of God and accepting the invitation to enter into a relationship and covenant with Him. This week, we're going to talk about the next aspect of covenant living: habitation. Together, we will explore what it is, what it means and what might be preventing it from happening in our lives. Last week, we started a series called the Covenant Living Series. We talked about how Jesus fulfilled the old covenant and established a new covenant, in which He was the sacrifice and His blood paid the price. As we learned, a covenant is a holy agreement between God and His people, and in Exodus 33, we read about what happened following the covenant that God entered into with the people of Israel. For the first part of our series, we talked about revelation. Covenant living begins with a revelation of who Jesus really is, seeing the ways of God and accepting the invitation to enter into a relationship and covenant with Him. This week, we're going to talk about the next aspect of covenant living: habitation. Together, we will explore what it is, what it means and what might be preventing it from happening in our lives. Last week, we started a series called the Covenant Living Series. We talked about how Jesus fulfilled the old covenant and established a new covenant, in which He was the sacrifice and His blood paid the price. As we learned, a covenant is a holy agree… Pastor John Butler 2286 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22343550/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantlivingseriespart2habit/id/4168355.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22343550 covenant, living, Jesus, old, new, agreement, Exodus, Moses, God, ways, revelation, relationship, habitation, going, with, together, favor, presence Sun, 17 Nov 2024 20:10:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Our church was established in 1943 as the Bremen Church of God. Pastor Rone Norton had been preaching in an old brush arbor, and they finally got the money to build a building right around the corner. Around 1968, they built what we call the Coley Building and relocated their church. When the pastor left about 30 years later, John Butler and the pastor he was serving at the time decided to come to Bremen to see if they could get the church going again. In 1999 or 2000, we became Covenant Life Church of God, changing the name of the church to communicate to the community that something was different, but in all these years, we’ve never really talked about what a “covenant life” is. We have used the term a lot within the modern church, but we might not really know what it means. This week, we’re starting a brand-new series called “Covenant Living” to see what it looks like to live a life in covenant with God. Our church was established in 1943 as the Bremen Church of God. Pastor Rone Norton had been preaching in an old brush arbor, and they finally got the money to build a building right around the corner. Around 1968, they built what we call the Coley Building and relocated their church. When the pastor left about 30 years later, John Butler and the pastor he was serving at the time decided to come to Bremen to see if they could get the church going again. In 1999 or 2000, we became Covenant Life Church of God, changing the name of the church to communicate to the community that something was different, but in all these years, we’ve never really talked about what a “covenant life” is. We have used the term a lot within the modern church, but we might not really know what it means. This week, we’re starting a brand-new series called “Covenant Living” to see what it looks like to live a life in covenant with God. Our church was established in 1943 as the Bremen Church of God. Pastor Rone Norton had been preaching in an old brush arbor, and they finally got the money to build a building right around the corner. Around 1968, they built what we call the Coley Buil… Pastor John Butler 2551 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22341528/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantlivingseriespart1revel/id/4166424.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22341528 church, pastor, build, name, covenant, life, God, living, revelation, agreement, Exodus, Corinthians, Moses, Lord, meal, Bible, blood, Jesus, new, sur Sun, 10 Nov 2024 22:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Pilots prefer to take off in a headwind because it allows them to climb better. As a matter of fact, naval aircraft carriers turn into the wind when they are getting ready to launch their planes. Headwinds don’t scare an experienced pilot, but once they get off the ground, they need to move from a headwind to a tailwind. They have to move from one air mass — or one river of air — to another. The prophetic word that God gave to our church in the spring suggests a season of acceleration, and just like planes, this requires us to rise. Planes can travel faster in some air than in others, and sometimes, you have to go higher in order to go faster. Using the response of the people of Israel in Exodus 19-20, we’re exploring what it looks like to rise and reach the top of the mountain to which God is calling us. Pilots prefer to take off in a headwind because it allows them to climb better. As a matter of fact, naval aircraft carriers turn into the wind when they are getting ready to launch their planes. Headwinds don’t scare an experienced pilot, but once they get off the ground, they need to move from a headwind to a tailwind. They have to move from one air mass — or one river of air — to another. The prophetic word that God gave to our church in the spring suggests a season of acceleration, and just like planes, this requires us to rise. Planes can travel faster in some air than in others, and sometimes, you have to go higher in order to go faster. Using the response of the people of Israel in Exodus 19-20, we’re exploring what it looks like to rise and reach the top of the mountain to which God is calling us. Pilots prefer to take off in a headwind because it allows them to climb better. As a matter of fact, naval aircraft carriers turn into the wind when they are getting ready to launch their planes. Headwinds don’t scare an experienced pilot, but once the… Pastor John Butler 2482 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22338953/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rise/id/4163948.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22338953 prophecy, Lord, healthy, strong, ready, promise, provision, acceleration, rise, plane, higher, faster, pilot, headwind, tailwind, God, Bible, altitude Sun, 03 Nov 2024 06:56:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler John 15:1-8, which has been used as the primary scripture or a supporting passage multiple times this year, is all about being IN Jesus. These verses talk about the importance of abiding, dwelling, lingering and getting into lock-step with Jesus. It’s all about losing yourself in His character, nature, calling and empowerment. It’s more than being around Him, knowing about Him or being acquainted with Him. The connection is stronger, deeper and more important than that. It’s being connected to Him as the Source of everything — just like a branch is attached to a vine. This week, we’re exploring the topic of what it really means to be IN Jesus. John 15:1-8, which has been used as the primary scripture or a supporting passage multiple times this year, is all about being IN Jesus. These verses talk about the importance of abiding, dwelling, lingering and getting into lock-step with Jesus. It’s all about losing yourself in His character, nature, calling and empowerment. It’s more than being around Him, knowing about Him or being acquainted with Him. The connection is stronger, deeper and more important than that. It’s being connected to Him as the Source of everything — just like a branch is attached to a vine. This week, we’re exploring the topic of what it really means to be IN Jesus. John 15:1-8, which has been used as the primary scripture or a supporting passage multiple times this year, is all about being IN Jesus. These verses talk about the importance of abiding, dwelling, lingering and getting into lock-step with Jesus. It’s … Pastor John Butler 2566 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22336395/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inesus/id/4161527.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22336395 God, scripture, branch, vine, in, Jesus, source, in, for, character, integrity, vessel, from, closer, hear, voice, love, truth, Spirit, gift, purpose, Sun, 27 Oct 2024 18:33:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Healthy things grow, and growing things change. However, change requires intention, and too often, we respond to these changes with fear. When we’re afraid, we put up walls and push back from other people, but growing deeper with God requires us to put ourselves in difficult and uncomfortable situations. This week, Pastor John delivers an honest call to authenticity and embracing change in our relationship with the Lord. We should not avoid our calling or shrink away from Jesus when life gets difficult. Instead, we need to push through the discomfort because there’s so much more to live for and experience on the other side. Healthy things grow, and growing things change. However, change requires intention, and too often, we respond to these changes with fear. When we’re afraid, we put up walls and push back from other people, but growing deeper with God requires us to put ourselves in difficult and uncomfortable situations. This week, Pastor John delivers an honest call to authenticity and embracing change in our relationship with the Lord. We should not avoid our calling or shrink away from Jesus when life gets difficult. Instead, we need to push through the discomfort because there’s so much more to live for and experience on the other side. Healthy things grow, and growing things change. However, change requires intention, and too often, we respond to these changes with fear. When we’re afraid, we put up walls and push back from other people, but growing deeper with God requires us to put… Pastor John Butler 2619 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22334007/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theresmore/id/4159220.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22334007 resistance, praise, persistence, courage, afraid, walls, relationship, Jesus, people, God, angry, more, success, full, church, floor, ceiling, break Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:11:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler If there is one thing that hangs heavy in the minds of believers, it’s the will of God. We want God’s will to shine out like a lighthouse, so we will know when there’s danger. We want to hear the course corrections clearly and precisely. People are often terrified they’re going to miss the will of God, and sometimes, they’re terrified to find it. There is a way for us to find the will of God shining through the darkness and hear His voice directing our paths. As we learned last week, though, it’s hard to find the right answer if you’re asking the wrong question. This week, we’re going to talk about the will of God and explore the idea that we may be searching for the wrong thing. If there is one thing that hangs heavy in the minds of believers, it’s the will of God. We want God’s will to shine out like a lighthouse, so we will know when there’s danger. We want to hear the course corrections clearly and precisely. People are often terrified they’re going to miss the will of God, and sometimes, they’re terrified to find it. There is a way for us to find the will of God shining through the darkness and hear His voice directing our paths. As we learned last week, though, it’s hard to find the right answer if you’re asking the wrong question. This week, we’re going to talk about the will of God and explore the idea that we may be searching for the wrong thing. If there is one thing that hangs heavy in the minds of believers, it’s the will of God. We want God’s will to shine out like a lighthouse, so we will know when there’s danger. We want to hear the course corrections clearly and precisely. People are oft… Pastor John Butler 2043 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22331394/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewillofgod/id/4156658.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22331394 radar, ship, lighthouse, tell, God, shine, darkness, danger, clear, precise, voice, miss, find, confusion, what, when, where, who, how, be, live, Jose Sun, 13 Oct 2024 19:21:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler People tend to think of vision as something exclusive to churches, businesses or organizations, but you can apply the same principles to your ministry, family or personal life. How do you find a God-pleasing direction for your life? Start by asking right questions. Pastor John consistently prays about God’s vision for Covenant Life and what we should do as a church. In response to these prayers, he recently felt the Holy Spirit show him that Godly vision doesn’t start with a “what.” Instead, it starts with a “who.” People tend to think of vision as something exclusive to churches, businesses or organizations, but you can apply the same principles to your ministry, family or personal life. How do you find a God-pleasing direction for your life? Start by asking right questions. Pastor John consistently prays about God’s vision for Covenant Life and what we should do as a church. In response to these prayers, he recently felt the Holy Spirit show him that Godly vision doesn’t start with a “what.” Instead, it starts with a “who.” People tend to think of vision as something exclusive to churches, businesses or organizations, but you can apply the same principles to your ministry, family or personal life. How do you find a God-pleasing direction for your life? Start by asking rig… Pastor John Butler 2301 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22328930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_vision/id/4154242.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22328930 vision, will, God, pray, direction, church, business, organization, life, Holy Spirit, what, who, Jesus, people, serve, love, mission, reach, preach Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:27:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Mark 2, we see Jesus going back to His ministry headquarters in a place called Capernaum. The people of the town found out He was there, and soon, there was standing room only at the house He was in. Jesus was teaching the people when four men walked up, carrying a paralyzed friend of theirs on a mat. They wanted to take him to Jesus, but there was a crowd of people around Him. As a result, they climbed up on the roof, dislodged some tiles and lowered their buddy down in front of Jesus. Most sermons that are preached on this passage heap praise on the man who had the courage to be healed or the faith of the his four friends to get him to Jesus no matter what. These are worthwhile points, but today, we are examining the account from a different angle by asking an important question: how did the man get out after he was healed? The Bible says he walked out through a crowd of stunned onlookers, but is it possible that these people gathered were standing in the way of seeing a miracle? In Mark 2, we see Jesus going back to His ministry headquarters in a place called Capernaum. The people of the town found out He was there, and soon, there was standing room only at the house He was in. Jesus was teaching the people when four men walked up, carrying a paralyzed friend of theirs on a mat. They wanted to take him to Jesus, but there was a crowd of people around Him. As a result, they climbed up on the roof, dislodged some tiles and lowered their buddy down in front of Jesus. Most sermons that are preached on this passage heap praise on the man who had the courage to be healed or the faith of the his four friends to get him to Jesus no matter what. These are worthwhile points, but today, we are examining the account from a different angle by asking an important question: how did the man get out after he was healed? The Bible says he walked out through a crowd of stunned onlookers, but is it possible that these people gathered were standing in the way of seeing a miracle? In Mark 2, we see Jesus going back to His ministry headquarters in a place called Capernaum. The people of the town found out He was there, and soon, there was standing room only at the house He was in. Jesus was teaching the people when four men walke… Pastor John Butler 1969 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22323769/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themiraclemoment/id/4149283.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22323769 miracle, moment, Jesus, house, crowd, roof, friend, faith, God, one, step, away, back, aside, closer, other, need, disciple, ten, seconds, interaction Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:22:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler For about a year and a half, God has been steadily sending our church messages that challenge us to get healed. We’ve talked about what it means to get healthy, forgive ourselves and those in our past, get strong in the Lord and tap into Him and the Holy Spirit as our power source. This week, we’re talking about the purpose for all that healing, strength and power by talking about the “main thing.” In Matthew 28:18, Jesus meets with His followers after His resurrection and makes a stunning statement; He says that all authority in heaven and earth has been given to Him. This is the same Jesus who remained silent in the face of His accusers, but here He is, standing on a mountainside in Galilee and saying something that had to blow their minds: every created thing in the universe is under His command. For about a year and a half, God has been steadily sending our church messages that challenge us to get healed. We’ve talked about what it means to get healthy, forgive ourselves and those in our past, get strong in the Lord and tap into Him and the Holy Spirit as our power source. This week, we’re talking about the purpose for all that healing, strength and power by talking about the “main thing.” In Matthew 28:18, Jesus meets with His followers after His resurrection and makes a stunning statement; He says that all authority in heaven and earth has been given to Him. This is the same Jesus who remained silent in the face of His accusers, but here He is, standing on a mountainside in Galilee and saying something that had to blow their minds: every created thing in the universe is under His command. For about a year and a half, God has been steadily sending our church messages that challenge us to get healed. We’ve talked about what it means to get healthy, forgive ourselves and those in our past, get strong in the Lord and tap into Him and the Ho… Pastor John Butler 2649 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22318918/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themainthing/id/4145743.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22318918 God, healthy, forgive, strong, power, Jesus, main, thing, Christianity, authority, heaven, earth, superpower, gave, disciples, real, relational, reach Sun, 15 Sep 2024 15:06:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started talking about the connection between prayer and peace. The foundational truth of this message was that you can pray or worry, but you can’t do both. We discovered that prayer isn’t about persuasion; it’s about permission. It’s not about convincing God to move on your behalf; it’s about surrendering control of it to Him. Additionally, we found out that God wants us to pray about our own struggles with worry and anxiety just as much as He wants us to pray for other people and situations. This week, we’re going to continue exploring prayer and peace, but first, we need to revisit some of the other things we discussed in Part 1. We learned that prayer is power, the path to peace and progress, but these things are universally true. In 1 Kings 18, the prophets of Baal prayed earnestly and sincerely, but nothing happened. There was no power in their prayer. As we dive into Part 2, the central truth for us is that prayer’s power is in direct proportion to the power of the One to Whom we are praying. Last week, we started talking about the connection between prayer and peace. The foundational truth of this message was that you can pray or worry, but you can’t do both. We discovered that prayer isn’t about persuasion; it’s about permission. It’s not about convincing God to move on your behalf; it’s about surrendering control of it to Him. Additionally, we found out that God wants us to pray about our own struggles with worry and anxiety just as much as He wants us to pray for other people and situations. This week, we’re going to continue exploring prayer and peace, but first, we need to revisit some of the other things we discussed in Part 1. We learned that prayer is power, the path to peace and progress, but these things are universally true. In 1 Kings 18, the prophets of Baal prayed earnestly and sincerely, but nothing happened. There was no power in their prayer. As we dive into Part 2, the central truth for us is that prayer’s power is in direct proportion to the power of the One to Whom we are praying. Last week, we started talking about the connection between prayer and peace. The foundational truth of this message was that you can pray or worry, but you can’t do both. We discovered that prayer isn’t about persuasion; it’s about permission. It’s not… Pastor John Butler 2155 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22316209/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayerandpeacepart2/id/4143366.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22316209 prayer, peace, worry, persuasion, permission, God, worry, anxiety, supplication, power, path, progress, Baal, Elijah, directional, Jesus, faith, union Sun, 08 Sep 2024 23:08:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout the Bible, God talks a lot about peace, and it makes sense. He identifies Himself as a God of peace, and Jesus is called the Prince of Peace. The Bible also talks about worry and anxiety a lot because they are the enemies of peace. God loves us, and He wants us to walk in peace. During our last series, we talked about the replacement doctrine, which means that we have to replace our negative activities with positive ones, and this is exactly what we see in Philippians 4:6. This week, we’re starting a new series that explores the connection between prayer and peace. Throughout the Bible, God talks a lot about peace, and it makes sense. He identifies Himself as a God of peace, and Jesus is called the Prince of Peace. The Bible also talks about worry and anxiety a lot because they are the enemies of peace. God loves us, and He wants us to walk in peace. During our last series, we talked about the replacement doctrine, which means that we have to replace our negative activities with positive ones, and this is exactly what we see in Philippians 4:6. This week, we’re starting a new series that explores the connection between prayer and peace. Throughout the Bible, God talks a lot about peace, and it makes sense. He identifies Himself as a God of peace, and Jesus is called the Prince of Peace. The Bible also talks about worry and anxiety a lot because they are the enemies of peace. God loves… Pastor John Butler 2356 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22313651/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayerandpeacepart1/id/4140866.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22313651 peace, God, Jesus, worry, anxiety, love, joy, prayer, replace, positive, negative, pray, choose, panic, pandemonium, faith, witness, Spirit, voice, d Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:42:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Over the past six weeks, we’ve been in the “Prescription for the Promise” Series, exploring the three, two-word imperatives that the Lord gave us in a prophetic word a few months ago: Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. There were great promises contained in that prophecy, but it was clear that they were contingent upon us carrying out the commands — or prescriptions — God provided. We spent a couple of weeks talking about how to get healthy, the last four weeks learning how to get strong, and we’re ending the series with what it means to get ready. Let’s assume that we are all healthy or getting healthy, and we are learning to walk and live in the love of Christ, which is the source of spiritual strength. We could look in the Bible and follow scriptural principles for these first two commands, but the command to get ready leads to many questions. Get ready for what? How can you study when you don’t know what’s on the test? How can you be ready when you don’t know what’s coming? This week, we’re going to look at three things we can do to get ready for any time or place God may lead us. Over the past six weeks, we’ve been in the “Prescription for the Promise” Series, exploring the three, two-word imperatives that the Lord gave us in a prophetic word a few months ago: Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. There were great promises contained in that prophecy, but it was clear that they were contingent upon us carrying out the commands — or prescriptions — God provided. We spent a couple of weeks talking about how to get healthy, the last four weeks learning how to get strong, and we’re ending the series with what it means to get ready. Let’s assume that we are all healthy or getting healthy, and we are learning to walk and live in the love of Christ, which is the source of spiritual strength. We could look in the Bible and follow scriptural principles for these first two commands, but the command to get ready leads to many questions. Get ready for what? How can you study when you don’t know what’s on the test? How can you be ready when you don’t know what’s coming? This week, we’re going to look at three things we can do to get ready for any time or place God may lead us. Over the past six weeks, we’ve been in the “Prescription for the Promise” Series, exploring the three, two-word imperatives that the Lord gave us in a prophetic word a few months ago: Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. There were great promises con… Pastor John Butler 2107 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22310491/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4138151.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22310491 prescription, promise, prophecy, Lord, command, get, healthy, strong, ready, love, strength, power, Bible, tomorrow, God, will, lead, don’t, stress, a Sun, 25 Aug 2024 21:48:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’ve been in a series called “Prescription for the Promise,” in which we’ve been talking about getting healthy and getting strong. This week, we’re continuing to focus on what it means to Get Strong. The central idea is to get strong in the Lord’s power, and we’ve explored many aspects of spiritual strength — all of them important, valid and backed up by multiple scriptures. In Ephesians 3:19, Paul writes about experiencing the love of Christ, so we can be “made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God.” Throughout this potion of our series, we have learned that growing in God’s power is what gives us strength, and the Bible tells us that kind of strength only happens when we experience the love of Christ. We’ve been in a series called “Prescription for the Promise,” in which we’ve been talking about getting healthy and getting strong. This week, we’re continuing to focus on what it means to Get Strong. The central idea is to get strong in the Lord’s power, and we’ve explored many aspects of spiritual strength — all of them important, valid and backed up by multiple scriptures. In Ephesians 3:19, Paul writes about experiencing the love of Christ, so we can be “made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God.” Throughout this potion of our series, we have learned that growing in God’s power is what gives us strength, and the Bible tells us that kind of strength only happens when we experience the love of Christ. We’ve been in a series called “Prescription for the Promise,” in which we’ve been talking about getting healthy and getting strong. This week, we’re continuing to focus on what it means to Get Strong. The central idea is to get strong in the Lord’s pow… Pastor John Butler 2415 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22306732/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4134450.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22306732 prescription, promise, freedom, experience, get, healthy, strong, power, strength, spiritual, Jesus, complete, grown, full, life, God, love, Christ, i Sun, 18 Aug 2024 07:38:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Covenant Life received a prophetic word a few months ago, in which the Lord told us to do three thingsL Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. We have been referring to these as prescriptions that we need to fill in order to see the promises that God said were coming, and we’ve been looking at each one throughout our current series, “Prescription for the Promise.” We have to actually do what He tells us to do if we expect to receive what He said He wanted for us. This week, we’re continuing to explore what it means to Get Strong. We already learned that spiritual strength has to be endued, which means that we have to surrender and allow God to wrap us in His strength. We also learned that spiritual strength has to be renewed; humans are weak and prone to leaking, so we have to be refilled. To “be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power,” we must learn how to stop poking holes in the supernatural buckets of our lives. Covenant Life received a prophetic word a few months ago, in which the Lord told us to do three thingsL Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. We have been referring to these as prescriptions that we need to fill in order to see the promises that God said were coming, and we’ve been looking at each one throughout our current series, “Prescription for the Promise.” We have to actually do what He tells us to do if we expect to receive what He said He wanted for us. This week, we’re continuing to explore what it means to Get Strong. We already learned that spiritual strength has to be endued, which means that we have to surrender and allow God to wrap us in His strength. We also learned that spiritual strength has to be renewed; humans are weak and prone to leaking, so we have to be refilled. To “be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power,” we must learn how to stop poking holes in the supernatural buckets of our lives. Covenant Life received a prophetic word a few months ago, in which the Lord told us to do three thingsL Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. We have been referring to these as prescriptions that we need to fill in order to see the promises that God s… Pastor John Butler 2330 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22303997/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4131795.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22303997 prescription, promise, church, healthy, strong, ready, Paul, God, power, spiritual, endued, renewed, weak, leak, natural, supernatural, pour, bucket Sun, 11 Aug 2024 19:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we are continuing our series called “Prescription for the Promise.” The Lord spoke a word to Covenant Life a few months ago that included some wonderful promises He has in store for us, but it also includes three things that we need to do. The fulfillment of the promises is contingent upon our willingness to do the three prescriptions He gave us: Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. This week is the second part of our focus on “Get Strong.” As we started to discuss last week, strength and courage are often seen together in the Bible. To encourage means to put courage in, but you have to take something out before you can put in something new. Perhaps, the reason some of us have not gotten stronger in the Lord is because we’re trying to add strength, but we haven’t removed the fear first. This week, we are continuing our series called “Prescription for the Promise.” The Lord spoke a word to Covenant Life a few months ago that included some wonderful promises He has in store for us, but it also includes three things that we need to do. The fulfillment of the promises is contingent upon our willingness to do the three prescriptions He gave us: Get Healthy, Get Strong and Get Ready. This week is the second part of our focus on “Get Strong.” As we started to discuss last week, strength and courage are often seen together in the Bible. To encourage means to put courage in, but you have to take something out before you can put in something new. Perhaps, the reason some of us have not gotten stronger in the Lord is because we’re trying to add strength, but we haven’t removed the fear first. This week, we are continuing our series called “Prescription for the Promise.” The Lord spoke a word to Covenant Life a few months ago that included some wonderful promises He has in store for us, but it also includes three things that we need to do. T… Pastor John Butler 2600 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22301447/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4129348.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22301447 prescription, promise, Lord, prophecy, church, healthy, strong, ready, spiritual, strength, courage, encourage, weakness, fear, cover, darkness, Joshu Sun, 04 Aug 2024 21:44:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re continuing our series called “Prescription for the Promise,” exploring the prophetic word about our church that the Lord gave to Pastor John a few months ago. Within this prophecy, there are three kinds of statements. There are descriptions that tell us what’s happening and predictions about things to come in the future, but there are also three commands we must do to see the promise be fulfilled. We’ve already talked about the first prescription: get healthy. Now, as we shift our focus to the second prescription, we’re going to see what the Bible says about getting strong. Ephesians 6 tells us to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power, and in John 15, Jesus says that we’re unable to do anything without Him. Together, we’ll discover ways to improve our union with God, which is crucial for spiritual strength. This week, we’re continuing our series called “Prescription for the Promise,” exploring the prophetic word about our church that the Lord gave to Pastor John a few months ago. Within this prophecy, there are three kinds of statements. There are descriptions that tell us what’s happening and predictions about things to come in the future, but there are also three commands we must do to see the promise be fulfilled. We’ve already talked about the first prescription: get healthy. Now, as we shift our focus to the second prescription, we’re going to see what the Bible says about getting strong. Ephesians 6 tells us to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power, and in John 15, Jesus says that we’re unable to do anything without Him. Together, we’ll discover ways to improve our union with God, which is crucial for spiritual strength. This week, we’re continuing our series called “Prescription for the Promise,” exploring the prophetic word about our church that the Lord gave to Pastor John a few months ago. Within this prophecy, there are three kinds of statements. There are descrip… Pastor John Butler 2517 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22298757/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4126762.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22298757 prescription, promise, prophecy, church, healthy, strong, ready, Bible, God, Ephesians, John, Jesus, command, Lord, honest, proclamation, without, wit Sun, 28 Jul 2024 21:39:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we began a brand new series called “Prescription for the Promise,” which seeks to unpack three commands within the prophecy that God spoke to and about Covenant Life a few months ago. He said that we need to get healthy, get strong and get ready. By doing these things, we will be prepared for the promises that He also spoke to us: victory, growth, freedom and repentance. With Get Healthy: Part 1, we talked about the first two steps in the process. First, we need to ask God for an honest evaluation about the areas in which we’re not healthy. Then, we have to be humble enough to accept the evidence and admit that we may have work to do. This week, we’re continuing the conversation about how we can be physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually healthy. Last week, we began a brand new series called “Prescription for the Promise,” which seeks to unpack three commands within the prophecy that God spoke to and about Covenant Life a few months ago. He said that we need to get healthy, get strong and get ready. By doing these things, we will be prepared for the promises that He also spoke to us: victory, growth, freedom and repentance. With Get Healthy: Part 1, we talked about the first two steps in the process. First, we need to ask God for an honest evaluation about the areas in which we’re not healthy. Then, we have to be humble enough to accept the evidence and admit that we may have work to do. This week, we’re continuing the conversation about how we can be physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually healthy. Last week, we began a brand new series called “Prescription for the Promise,” which seeks to unpack three commands within the prophecy that God spoke to and about Covenant Life a few months ago. He said that we need to get healthy, get strong and get r… Pastor John Butler 2374 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22296029/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4124126.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22296029 prescription, promise, God, prophecy, healthy, strong, ready, honest, evaluation, accept, evidence, make, plan, wisdom, people, announce, accountabili Sun, 21 Jul 2024 22:48:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler A few weeks ago, Pastor John released a prophetic word for Covenant Life. Part of that message is descriptive; it describes the breaking and shaking of strongholds many people in our church are experiencing right now. Some of it is predictive; it predicts that the result of the sharking and breaking will be resolution, freedom, repentance, victory, revival and growth. Another part of the word is prescriptive. It is prescribing a course of action that we should take. This comes in the form of three commands that will hasten the fulfillment of the promises: get healthy get strong, get ready. This week, we’re talking about the first imperative and exploring its biblical foundation. No matter who you are what God has planned for you, you need to be healthy, strong and ready to walk into it. A few weeks ago, Pastor John released a prophetic word for Covenant Life. Part of that message is descriptive; it describes the breaking and shaking of strongholds many people in our church are experiencing right now. Some of it is predictive; it predicts that the result of the sharking and breaking will be resolution, freedom, repentance, victory, revival and growth. Another part of the word is prescriptive. It is prescribing a course of action that we should take. This comes in the form of three commands that will hasten the fulfillment of the promises: get healthy get strong, get ready. This week, we’re talking about the first imperative and exploring its biblical foundation. No matter who you are what God has planned for you, you need to be healthy, strong and ready to walk into it. A few weeks ago, Pastor John released a prophetic word for Covenant Life. Part of that message is descriptive; it describes the breaking and shaking of strongholds many people in our church are experiencing right now. Some of it is predictive; it predi… Pastor John Butler 2603 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22293652/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prescriptionforthepromiseserie/id/4121848.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22293652 prophecy, breaking, shaking, stronghold, obstacle, bondage, stagnant, moving, resolution, freedom, repentance, victory, revival, growth, coming, pray, Sun, 14 Jul 2024 22:39:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Over the past three weeks, we’ve been talking a lot about sounds and how we often hear the rumblings of God doing things in our lives before we see those changes come to pass. As powerful as sounds are, though, I don’t think we realize that what we see has a significant impact on our lives. In fact, it’s more about how we see than it is about what what see. So much of life is about perspective, and the impulses deep inside of us tend to color how we interact with and see the world. If the way we respond to the things that happen to us is determined by the thoughts and tendencies we have, it’s worth some analysis. This week, we’re learning how we can properly guard our hearts and ensure that our default reactions to the inconveniences of life are more in line with the Word of God. Over the past three weeks, we’ve been talking a lot about sounds and how we often hear the rumblings of God doing things in our lives before we see those changes come to pass. As powerful as sounds are, though, I don’t think we realize that what we see has a significant impact on our lives. In fact, it’s more about how we see than it is about what what see. So much of life is about perspective, and the impulses deep inside of us tend to color how we interact with and see the world. If the way we respond to the things that happen to us is determined by the thoughts and tendencies we have, it’s worth some analysis. This week, we’re learning how we can properly guard our hearts and ensure that our default reactions to the inconveniences of life are more in line with the Word of God. Over the past three weeks, we’ve been talking a lot about sounds and how we often hear the rumblings of God doing things in our lives before we see those changes come to pass. As powerful as sounds are, though, I don’t think we realize that what we see… Jordan Weathers 3459 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22293651/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatyouseeiswhatyouget/id/4121847.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22293651 sound, sight, perspective, what, see, get, joy, Christian, Jesus, God, pattern, impulse, focus, working, midst, good, bad, guard, heart, Proverbs, Sol Sun, 07 Jul 2024 21:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When you grow up in the church, one of the common themes that gets drilled into your brain is that faith and facts are in opposition to each other. We are taught that the “what is” of facts and the “what shall be” of faith are somehow diametrically opposed to each other, but what happens when the facts surrounding your life actually lead you to a step of faith? Could it be that facts and faith can work together to lead you to a future that pleases God and blesses you? There are a lot of man-made traditions and false conclusions that people have passed off as sound doctrine. Following Jesus is a faith walk, and The Bible is clear that it is impossible to please God without faith. However, it doesn’t mean that we completely ignore the evidence around us. We’ve been in a series called “Sounds From Heaven,” talking about the ways God speaks to us, and this week, we’re exploring the possibility that He may be speaking to you through the circumstances of your life right now. When you grow up in the church, one of the common themes that gets drilled into your brain is that faith and facts are in opposition to each other. We are taught that the “what is” of facts and the “what shall be” of faith are somehow diametrically opposed to each other, but what happens when the facts surrounding your life actually lead you to a step of faith? Could it be that facts and faith can work together to lead you to a future that pleases God and blesses you? There are a lot of man-made traditions and false conclusions that people have passed off as sound doctrine. Following Jesus is a faith walk, and The Bible is clear that it is impossible to please God without faith. However, it doesn’t mean that we completely ignore the evidence around us. We’ve been in a series called “Sounds From Heaven,” talking about the ways God speaks to us, and this week, we’re exploring the possibility that He may be speaking to you through the circumstances of your life right now. When you grow up in the church, one of the common themes that gets drilled into your brain is that faith and facts are in opposition to each other. We are taught that the “what is” of facts and the “what shall be” of faith are somehow diametrically opp… Pastor John Butler 2398 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22288769/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_circumstancesfaithfactsandthef/id/4117161.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22288769 faith, facts, doctrine, kill, Jesus, walk, Bible, God, circumstances, future, leap, step, road, change, leprosy, Israel, city, die, bleeding, desperat Sun, 30 Jun 2024 20:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we learned that there’s a sound before there’s a sight. We often hear something before we see something, and this is supported by numerous verses throughout the Bible. This timely and important message reminded us that God is always speaking to us and provided a necessary reminder that, if God ever stops communicating, we’re in serious trouble. Thankfully, the author of Psalm 29 shows us that the voice of God is everywhere. Sounds from heaven are emanating from the throne like a spiritual radio station, but we often miss it because there’s too much interference from doubt or distraction. This week, we’re exploring the sounds that surround us and the ways the Father, Son and Holy Spirit speak into our lives. Last week, we learned that there’s a sound before there’s a sight. We often hear something before we see something, and this is supported by numerous verses throughout the Bible. This timely and important message reminded us that God is always speaking to us and provided a necessary reminder that, if God ever stops communicating, we’re in serious trouble. Thankfully, the author of Psalm 29 shows us that the voice of God is everywhere. Sounds from heaven are emanating from the throne like a spiritual radio station, but we often miss it because there’s too much interference from doubt or distraction. This week, we’re exploring the sounds that surround us and the ways the Father, Son and Holy Spirit speak into our lives. Last week, we learned that there’s a sound before there’s a sight. We often hear something before we see something, and this is supported by numerous verses throughout the Bible. This timely and important message reminded us that God is always speaking… Pastor John Butler 2583 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22286469/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surroundsound/id/4114924.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22286469 sound, sight, God, speak, surround, heaven, Father, Son, Holy Spirit, communicate, creation, beauty, worth, Jesus, Word, Bible, alive, inside, truth Sun, 23 Jun 2024 20:10:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Back in April, Pastor John asked the Lord to speak clearly about what He was saying and doing in the body of believers at Covenant Life. What he received was a prophetic word that he has been waiting to share. Since God never contradicts His Word, the first thing Pastor John did was check it against the Bible, and after finding that it was in line with the Word, he sought confirmation from a couple of trusted individuals. The word he received bore witness with their spirits, so Pastor John asked the Lord to confirm it for me as well. He received a spiritual insight that shows up again and again in the Bible, which has served as the confirmation he requested. This week, Pastor John shares this prophetic word openly, encouraging us about things to come in the future of our church and urging us to be serious about our relationship with Jesus. Back in April, Pastor John asked the Lord to speak clearly about what He was saying and doing in the body of believers at Covenant Life. What he received was a prophetic word that he has been waiting to share. Since God never contradicts His Word, the first thing Pastor John did was check it against the Bible, and after finding that it was in line with the Word, he sought confirmation from a couple of trusted individuals. The word he received bore witness with their spirits, so Pastor John asked the Lord to confirm it for me as well. He received a spiritual insight that shows up again and again in the Bible, which has served as the confirmation he requested. This week, Pastor John shares this prophetic word openly, encouraging us about things to come in the future of our church and urging us to be serious about our relationship with Jesus. Back in April, Pastor John asked the Lord to speak clearly about what He was saying and doing in the body of believers at Covenant Life. What he received was a prophetic word that he has been waiting to share. Since God never contradicts His Word, the … Pastor John Butler 2662 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22284026/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theresasoundbeforeasound/id/4112523.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22284026 prophetic, word, Bible, God, timing, message, confirm, trust, revelation, Lord, spoke, Jesus, breaking, shaking, stronghold, obstacle, bondage, stagna Sun, 16 Jun 2024 22:37:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout history, the role of the father has been vital to the stability of their children. Fathers have been the cornerstones of their families and the communities. In modern times, the role of the father has been diminished as part of an intentional spiritual attack designed to weaken our families and the fabric of our nation. In honor of Father’s Day, we’re talking about the investment that we make in our kids. There are thousands of dollars and thousands of hours spent raising a kid to 18, but this week, we’re looking at a different kind of investment: what fathers say, display and pray. These three areas naturally define a child — whether positively or negatively. Throughout history, the role of the father has been vital to the stability of their children. Fathers have been the cornerstones of their families and the communities. In modern times, the role of the father has been diminished as part of an intentional spiritual attack designed to weaken our families and the fabric of our nation. In honor of Father’s Day, we’re talking about the investment that we make in our kids. There are thousands of dollars and thousands of hours spent raising a kid to 18, but this week, we’re looking at a different kind of investment: what fathers say, display and pray. These three areas naturally define a child — whether positively or negatively. Throughout history, the role of the father has been vital to the stability of their children. Fathers have been the cornerstones of their families and the communities. In modern times, the role of the father has been diminished as part of an intentiona… Pastor John Butler 2359 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22282144/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theupsanddownsoffatherhood/id/4110715.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22282144 history, father, dad, child, family, vital, invest, hours, say, display, pray, define, confine, succeed, fail, God, words, identity, life, death, Fath Sun, 09 Jun 2024 21:55:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler At Covenant Life Church, we’re devoted to making disciples who are real, relational and reaching. That is our mission and vision statement, and it’s derived from what we read in Acts 2:41-47. The early church established a discipleship system designed to fulfill the Great Commission — one that revolved around meeting, ministering, praying, worshipping, serving and giving together in community. This week, we’re talking about the power of community and how being an active part of the body helps people become better disciples of Jesus. To do this properly, we must KNOW Jesus, GROW in faith and fellowship and GO into the mission field. The challenge following this message is to get involved by finding ways to serve and using your gifts at Covenant Life or any church you call home. At Covenant Life Church, we’re devoted to making disciples who are real, relational and reaching. That is our mission and vision statement, and it’s derived from what we read in Acts 2:41-47. The early church established a discipleship system designed to fulfill the Great Commission — one that revolved around meeting, ministering, praying, worshipping, serving and giving together in community. This week, we’re talking about the power of community and how being an active part of the body helps people become better disciples of Jesus. To do this properly, we must KNOW Jesus, GROW in faith and fellowship and GO into the mission field. The challenge following this message is to get involved by finding ways to serve and using your gifts at Covenant Life or any church you call home. At Covenant Life Church, we’re devoted to making disciples who are real, relational and reaching. That is our mission and vision statement, and it’s derived from what we read in Acts 2:41-47. The early church established a discipleship system designed … Pastor John Butler 2511 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22276725/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepowerofcommunity/id/4107144.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22276725 mission, vision, disciple, real, relational, reaching, together, power, community, Jesus, foundation, know, grow, go, faith, fellowship, body, salvati Sun, 02 Jun 2024 19:52:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In John 14:27, Jesus said that He was giving His followers a gift of peace that we can’t get anywhere else. Rather than being a peace that requires a solution to every problem or the silencing of every storm, it’s an internal piece that holds, keeps and sustains us. It is His peace, and it is able to bring us calm in every circumstance and courage and strength for every challenge. If this is a gift we can freely receive, it begs the question: what keeps us from being peaceful? A lot of people would say worry, but that’s actually an effect instead of the cause. Others might say that anxiety or busyness steal their peace, but the root cause behind many of these issues is fear. This week, we’re talking more about peace and how can we obtain it by defeating fear. In John 14:27, Jesus said that He was giving His followers a gift of peace that we can’t get anywhere else. Rather than being a peace that requires a solution to every problem or the silencing of every storm, it’s an internal piece that holds, keeps and sustains us. It is His peace, and it is able to bring us calm in every circumstance and courage and strength for every challenge. If this is a gift we can freely receive, it begs the question: what keeps us from being peaceful? A lot of people would say worry, but that’s actually an effect instead of the cause. Others might say that anxiety or busyness steal their peace, but the root cause behind many of these issues is fear. This week, we’re talking more about peace and how can we obtain it by defeating fear. In John 14:27, Jesus said that He was giving His followers a gift of peace that we can’t get anywhere else. Rather than being a peace that requires a solution to every problem or the silencing of every storm, it’s an internal piece that holds, keeps an… Pastor John Butler 2849 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22274355/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_defeatingfear/id/4104846.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22274355 peace, King, Jesus, fruit, Spirit, calm, courage, strength, loss, cause, root, fear, motivation, never enough, loss, trauma, God, will, Paul, Timothy, Sun, 26 May 2024 09:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Over the past three years, we have seen unprecedented growth at Covenant Life. It has been a productive, fruitful and exciting season, but it has also been unbelievably painful and difficult. Amid the challenges we have faced collectively and as individuals, we can take comfort in knowing that God sees our sacrifice. He sees the losses you’ve experienced, the battles you’ve fought and the storms you’ve faced. He knows the fear, dread and uncertainty you may be facing now. In John 14:26-27, Jesus says that He has a give for us: His perfect peace. That peace has the ability to give us calm in every circumstance and courage and strength in every challenge. Nothing on earth can help with the battles and storms of life. It may ease the burden for a moment, but nothing truly satisfies, heals or makes the situation better. This week, we can be encouraged, knowing that we can overcome our fear by accepting what Jesus is offering and consistently relying on Him. Over the past three years, we have seen unprecedented growth at Covenant Life. It has been a productive, fruitful and exciting season, but it has also been unbelievably painful and difficult. Amid the challenges we have faced collectively and as individuals, we can take comfort in knowing that God sees our sacrifice. He sees the losses you’ve experienced, the battles you’ve fought and the storms you’ve faced. He knows the fear, dread and uncertainty you may be facing now. In John 14:26-27, Jesus says that He has a give for us: His perfect peace. That peace has the ability to give us calm in every circumstance and courage and strength in every challenge. Nothing on earth can help with the battles and storms of life. It may ease the burden for a moment, but nothing truly satisfies, heals or makes the situation better. This week, we can be encouraged, knowing that we can overcome our fear by accepting what Jesus is offering and consistently relying on Him. Over the past three years, we have seen unprecedented growth at Covenant Life. It has been a productive, fruitful and exciting season, but it has also been unbelievably painful and difficult. Amid the challenges we have faced collectively and as indivi… Pastor John Butler 2525 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22271677/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_peaceandpower/id/4102248.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22271677 memorable, growth, years, kingdom, God, fruitful, cost, difficult, painful, encourage, gift, peace, power, Jesus, calm, circumstance, courage, strengt Sun, 19 May 2024 12:41:00 +0000 Matt Carlisle As Covenant Life celebrates its recent high school graduates, Matt Carlisle shares words of wisdom, reminding them about the importance of keeping their faith strong as they enter adulthood, overcoming fear and praising God in both good and bad times. As Covenant Life celebrates its recent high school graduates, Matt Carlisle shares words of wisdom, reminding them about the importance of keeping their faith strong as they enter adulthood, overcoming fear and praising God in both good and bad times. As Covenant Life celebrates its recent high school graduates, Matt Carlisle shares words of wisdom, reminding them about the importance of keeping their faith strong as they enter adulthood, overcoming fear and praising God in both good and bad times. … Matt Carlisle 963 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22268425/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_graduationsunday/id/4099130.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22268425 high school, graduation, fear, control, comfort, strength, students, roots, church, God, faith, encourage, focus, guide, mountains, valleys, praise, q Sun, 12 May 2024 12:15:00 +0000 Pastor Jay Mann Mothers wear many hats and fill countless roles for their families, including alarm clock, short order cook, accountant, toxic waste disposer, wardrobe consultants, hair stylist, editor, referee, chauffeur and more. According to Galatians 6:2, we're called to carry each other's burdens, but sometimes, it can get out of balance, which can lead to uncertainty in our relationships. This week, Pastor Jay Mann walks us through some of life's "loading zones," situations and circumstances that cause us to take on more than we can reasonably bear. Afterward, he shares four biblical principles we can use to overcome the cynicism, burnout and tiredness we feel, relieving uncertainty and allowing us to live in peace with God and other people. Mothers wear many hats and fill countless roles for their families, including alarm clock, short order cook, accountant, toxic waste disposer, wardrobe consultants, hair stylist, editor, referee, chauffeur and more. According to Galatians 6:2, we're called to carry each other's burdens, but sometimes, it can get out of balance, which can lead to uncertainty in our relationships. This week, Pastor Jay Mann walks us through some of life's "loading zones," situations and circumstances that cause us to take on more than we can reasonably bear. Afterward, he shares four biblical principles we can use to overcome the cynicism, burnout and tiredness we feel, relieving uncertainty and allowing us to live in peace with God and other people. Mothers wear many hats and fill countless roles for their families, including alarm clock, short order cook, accountant, toxic waste disposer, wardrobe consultants, hair stylist, editor, referee, chauffeur and more. According to Galatians 6:2, we're ca… Pastor Jay Mann 2418 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22263527/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themotherloadrelationaluncerta/id/4096424.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22263527 mother, mom, load, burden, relational, relationship, uncertainty, hats, roles, much, many, long, alone, cynical, tired, burnt out, loading, zone, unhe Sun, 05 May 2024 12:17:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout the “Employed by the King” series, we have learned that Kingdom work needs to be done in order for more people to be saved and ministered to. Since none of us is truly qualified for the Kingdom, Jesus made us qualified by what He did for us on the cross. He gave everyone gifts that we can use to carry out that work, and although those gifts may not all be spiritual in nature, they are made spiritual in their application. If you’re saved, you got the job. You’re employed by the King, but at some point, you’ll want to know how to increase your effectiveness. You got the job, but how do you advance? How can you be successful in serving Jesus? The Lord addresses this topic in Matthew 20 and flips the worldly definition of success on its head. The path to leading is one of service and humility; it isn’t a ladder to the top but a staircase to the bottom. Throughout the “Employed by the King” series, we have learned that Kingdom work needs to be done in order for more people to be saved and ministered to. Since none of us is truly qualified for the Kingdom, Jesus made us qualified by what He did for us on the cross. He gave everyone gifts that we can use to carry out that work, and although those gifts may not all be spiritual in nature, they are made spiritual in their application. If you’re saved, you got the job. You’re employed by the King, but at some point, you’ll want to know how to increase your effectiveness. You got the job, but how do you advance? How can you be successful in serving Jesus? The Lord addresses this topic in Matthew 20 and flips the worldly definition of success on its head. The path to leading is one of service and humility; it isn’t a ladder to the top but a staircase to the bottom. Throughout the “Employed by the King” series, we have learned that Kingdom work needs to be done in order for more people to be saved and ministered to. Since none of us is truly qualified for the Kingdom, Jesus made us qualified by what He did for us … Pastor John Butler 2614 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22265608/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_employedbythekingpart5thepathd/id/4096425.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22265608 employed, king, work, kingdom, saved, job, cross, gift, spiritual, nature, application, advance, success, Jesus, service, humility, ladder, top, stair Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:22:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Regardless of what you think about their politics, you have to appreciate the way Starbucks has taken over the country. A coffee shop that began in the Pacific Northwest sells coffee to people in Haralson County and around the world. How did they do it? Starbucks created a culture that attracted people, and coffee was only part of it. They have what’s called the “Third Place Policy.” They want to be the third place in your life: home, work and Starbucks. This week, we’re continuing our “Employed by the King” series with a discussion about Kingdom culture. If you’re going be employed by the King in any capacity, it doesn’t matter what your job description or title is; God wants to create a culture around that work. As a matter of fact, once you understand and surrender to His culture, it won’t matter what the job is. People will know that you’re employed by the King by the way you live out the culture of the Kingdom. Regardless of what you think about their politics, you have to appreciate the way Starbucks has taken over the country. A coffee shop that began in the Pacific Northwest sells coffee to people in Haralson County and around the world. How did they do it? Starbucks created a culture that attracted people, and coffee was only part of it. They have what’s called the “Third Place Policy.” They want to be the third place in your life: home, work and Starbucks. This week, we’re continuing our “Employed by the King” series with a discussion about Kingdom culture. If you’re going be employed by the King in any capacity, it doesn’t matter what your job description or title is; God wants to create a culture around that work. As a matter of fact, once you understand and surrender to His culture, it won’t matter what the job is. People will know that you’re employed by the King by the way you live out the culture of the Kingdom. Regardless of what you think about their politics, you have to appreciate the way Starbucks has taken over the country. A coffee shop that began in the Pacific Northwest sells coffee to people in Haralson County and around the world. How did they do it… Pastor John Butler 2376 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22260522/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_employedbythekingpart4kingdomc/id/4091588.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22260522 Starbucks, employed, King, work, disobedience, Jesus, spiritual, gift, test, ask, God, understand, surrender, Kingdom, for, from, love, relationship Sun, 21 Apr 2024 13:03:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started talking about our "Employable Skills." Each of us has work to do, but thankfully, everyone has a special enabling given to us by God. People often get confused about what the gifts look like or where they come from. As we learned together, the work does not have to be spiritual in nature; it has to be spiritual in why and how it's used. All gifts from God and should be used for His Kingdom. This week, we're continuing this discussion by looking at five specific gifts. Verses in Ephesians 4 address what is commonly referred to as the five-fold ministry. There are five offices mentioned, but at best, the modern American church only has two of them: pastors and teachers. We never talk about evangelists, prophets and apostles — at least not in a way that is biblically-accurate. Last week, we started talking about our "Employable Skills." Each of us has work to do, but thankfully, everyone has a special enabling given to us by God. People often get confused about what the gifts look like or where they come from. As we learned together, the work does not have to be spiritual in nature; it has to be spiritual in why and how it's used. All gifts from God and should be used for His Kingdom. This week, we're continuing this discussion by looking at five specific gifts. Verses in Ephesians 4 address what is commonly referred to as the five-fold ministry. There are five offices mentioned, but at best, the modern American church only has two of them: pastors and teachers. We never talk about evangelists, prophets and apostles — at least not in a way that is biblically-accurate. Last week, we started talking about our "Employable Skills." Each of us has work to do, but thankfully, everyone has a special enabling given to us by God. People often get confused about what the gifts look like or where they come from. As we learned … Pastor John Butler 2287 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22257977/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_employedbythekingseriespart3em/id/4089085.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22257977 employed, King, Jesus, work, command, enabling, gift, five, fold, ministry, America, church, offices, pastor, teacher, evangelist, prophet, apostle, K Mon, 15 Apr 2024 01:17:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we began a series called “Employed by the King” to help us address the issue of spiritual unemployment. We have to allow our faith to influence our activities, attitudes and decisions because there is important work to be done. Before engaging in the work of the Kingdom, however, we must first develop the character and nature of Christ. This week, we’re continuing the series by looking at our “Employable Skills.” This portion of the series will be in several parts, and it’s rooted in this idea: when you love King Jesus, you will naturally want to start being employed by Him, but people often believe that they don’t have anything to offer. Verses like 1 Corinthians 12:7 and 1 Peter 4:10 tell us that everyone has been given gift. Last week, we began a series called “Employed by the King” to help us address the issue of spiritual unemployment. We have to allow our faith to influence our activities, attitudes and decisions because there is important work to be done. Before engaging in the work of the Kingdom, however, we must first develop the character and nature of Christ. This week, we’re continuing the series by looking at our “Employable Skills.” This portion of the series will be in several parts, and it’s rooted in this idea: when you love King Jesus, you will naturally want to start being employed by Him, but people often believe that they don’t have anything to offer. Verses like 1 Corinthians 12:7 and 1 Peter 4:10 tell us that everyone has been given gift. Last week, we began a series called “Employed by the King” to help us address the issue of spiritual unemployment. We have to allow our faith to influence our activities, attitudes and decisions because there is important work to be done. Before engagi… Pastor John Butler 2535 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22256085/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_employedbythekingseriespart2em/id/4088482.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22256085 employed, King, work, command, Jesus, love, serve, character, nature, Christ, everyone, gift, employable, skill, spiritual, God, source, Father, Son Sun, 07 Apr 2024 06:10:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The church in America is suffering from an ailment that was present even in the time that Jesus was trying to establish the church: spiritual unemployment. In Matthew 9:37-38, Jesus tells His disciples that the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. We don’t have a shortage of lost people; we have a shortage of saved people who are devoted to discipleship. This week, we’re starting a new series called “Employed by the King” to help us address the issue of spiritual unemployment, which is rooted in the false notion that you can be a person of faith without allowing that faith to influence your activities, attitudes and decisions. Being a part of the Kingdom of God is not just about what you believe; it’s about what you do. It’s about faith-fueled work. The church in America is suffering from an ailment that was present even in the time that Jesus was trying to establish the church: spiritual unemployment. In Matthew 9:37-38, Jesus tells His disciples that the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. We don’t have a shortage of lost people; we have a shortage of saved people who are devoted to discipleship. This week, we’re starting a new series called “Employed by the King” to help us address the issue of spiritual unemployment, which is rooted in the false notion that you can be a person of faith without allowing that faith to influence your activities, attitudes and decisions. Being a part of the Kingdom of God is not just about what you believe; it’s about what you do. It’s about faith-fueled work. The church in America is suffering from an ailment that was present even in the time that Jesus was trying to establish the church: spiritual unemployment. In Matthew 9:37-38, Jesus tells His disciples that the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are… Pastor John Butler 2494 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22253210/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_employedbythekingseriespart1ch/id/4084599.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22253210 church, America, ailment, spiritual, unemployment, Jesus, work, workers, harvest, employed, King, character, references, James, faith, dead, animated, Sun, 31 Mar 2024 23:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When you consider the intricacies and beauty of the world around us, it’s easy to think of God as somewhat OCD. His attention to detail is unmatched. He created 20 different shades of green in the trees and put the earth exactly far enough away from the sun that we don’t burn up but close enough that we stay warm. The list goes on and on. If anybody understands efficiency, it’s the Lord. Given this, it’s baffling to read about His interactions with people after the resurrection. From an efficiency standpoint, they don’t make a lot of sense. There seems to be a lot of wasted time. This week’s message is called Encounters with the Risen Savior. By looking at the way Jesus interacted with people after His resurrection, we get insight into His passions and priorities, and in the process, we might find out just how important we are to Him as well. When you consider the intricacies and beauty of the world around us, it’s easy to think of God as somewhat OCD. His attention to detail is unmatched. He created 20 different shades of green in the trees and put the earth exactly far enough away from the sun that we don’t burn up but close enough that we stay warm. The list goes on and on. If anybody understands efficiency, it’s the Lord. Given this, it’s baffling to read about His interactions with people after the resurrection. From an efficiency standpoint, they don’t make a lot of sense. There seems to be a lot of wasted time. This week’s message is called Encounters with the Risen Savior. By looking at the way Jesus interacted with people after His resurrection, we get insight into His passions and priorities, and in the process, we might find out just how important we are to Him as well. When you consider the intricacies and beauty of the world around us, it’s easy to think of God as somewhat OCD. His attention to detail is unmatched. He created 20 different shades of green in the trees and put the earth exactly far enough away from th… Pastor John Butler 2318 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22252614/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_encounterswiththerisensavior/id/4084043.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22252614 attention, detail, efficiency, Lord, Jesus, interactions, resurrection, waste, time, purpose, encounters, risen, Savior, passion, priorities, patient, Fri, 29 Mar 2024 22:32:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The old song that many of us grew up singing says that on a hill far away stood an old rugged cross. That cross is what we reflect on during Good Friday. While the cross certainly is far away from where we are standing or sitting right now, it’s important to consider a question about a different kind of distance: how far are you from the cross? When you think about the cross of Jesus, how far away do you stand? In recognition of Good Friday, we’re going to talk about the cross from a distance and see how we can be close enough to the cross of Christ to be forgiven, grateful and changed. The old song that many of us grew up singing says that on a hill far away stood an old rugged cross. That cross is what we reflect on during Good Friday. While the cross certainly is far away from where we are standing or sitting right now, it’s important to consider a question about a different kind of distance: how far are you from the cross? When you think about the cross of Jesus, how far away do you stand? In recognition of Good Friday, we’re going to talk about the cross from a distance and see how we can be close enough to the cross of Christ to be forgiven, grateful and changed. The old song that many of us grew up singing says that on a hill far away stood an old rugged cross. That cross is what we reflect on during Good Friday. While the cross certainly is far away from where we are standing or sitting right now, it’s import… Pastor John Butler 1322 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22252602/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecrossfromadistancegoodfrida/id/4084030.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22252602 cross, Good Friday, distance, far, Jesus, crucified, Golgotha, skull, Jerusalem, Calvary, truth, details, redeemed, forgiven, saved, eternity, beauty, Sun, 24 Mar 2024 11:43:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Matthew 21 details the Triumphant Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This momentous occasion is recorded in all four Gospels, and churches around the world celebrate it each year on Palm Sunday, which marks the start of Holy Week and is named for the types of branches the crowd laid and waved before Jesus. This week, we’re diving deep into this passage to understand its significance for the Jewish people of that time and learn how we can have Jesus enter our everyday lives with the same prestige and prominence that He received during the Triumphant Entry. Matthew 21 details the Triumphant Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This momentous occasion is recorded in all four Gospels, and churches around the world celebrate it each year on Palm Sunday, which marks the start of Holy Week and is named for the types of branches the crowd laid and waved before Jesus. This week, we’re diving deep into this passage to understand its significance for the Jewish people of that time and learn how we can have Jesus enter our everyday lives with the same prestige and prominence that He received during the Triumphant Entry. Matthew 21 details the Triumphant Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This momentous occasion is recorded in all four Gospels, and churches around the world celebrate it each year on Palm Sunday, which marks the start of Holy Week and is named for the types… Jordan Weathers 3642 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22246979/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_everydayentries/id/4078600.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22246979 Palm Sunday, triumphant, entry, Jesus, Jerusalem, branches, king, Jews, prominence, Messiah, prophecy, Matthew, dialogue, crowd, Hosanna, city, uproar Sun, 17 Mar 2024 23:29:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The weather is warming up in Georgia, which means that snake season is quickly approaching. In addition to physical snakes, there are also spiritual snakes. From the first book of the Bible, the enemy has been portrayed either literally or figuratively as a snake or serpent. As part of the curse that God pronounced in the Garden of Eden, the offspring of Eve and snakes were set up as enemies. The offspring is Jesus, and crushing the head of the snake is exactly what He did on the cross. Even so, until God brings this earth to an end, there are still spiritual snakes trying to bruise the heels of His spiritual heirs. This week, we’re going to learn about these spiritual snakes, when they show up and the ways they attack us, so we can be prepared to defeat them. The weather is warming up in Georgia, which means that snake season is quickly approaching. In addition to physical snakes, there are also spiritual snakes. From the first book of the Bible, the enemy has been portrayed either literally or figuratively as a snake or serpent. As part of the curse that God pronounced in the Garden of Eden, the offspring of Eve and snakes were set up as enemies. The offspring is Jesus, and crushing the head of the snake is exactly what He did on the cross. Even so, until God brings this earth to an end, there are still spiritual snakes trying to bruise the heels of His spiritual heirs. This week, we’re going to learn about these spiritual snakes, when they show up and the ways they attack us, so we can be prepared to defeat them. The weather is warming up in Georgia, which means that snake season is quickly approaching. In addition to physical snakes, there are also spiritual snakes. From the first book of the Bible, the enemy has been portrayed either literally or figuratively… Pastor John Butler 3236 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22244451/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_snakeseason/id/4076137.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22244451 snake, season, slither, curse, Eden, enemy, devil, serpent, offspring, Eve, Jesus, temperature, rising, heat, Paul, lukewarm, revival, temptation, nea Sun, 10 Mar 2024 21:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The Bible says in multiple places that Jesus Christ is the Light of the world. He’s the Creator of the literal lights in the world, but He’s also the only source of spiritual light in the world. In the skewed, stained light of the world, everybody gets graded on a curve. We compare ourselves with each other and with our intentions. However, the pure and bright light of Jesus is accurate; it reveals our sin and illuminates our need for Him. This week, we’re looking at three groups of people and the different responses they have to this True Light: those walking in the light, those walking in darkness and those standing in the light with a decision to make. The Bible says in multiple places that Jesus Christ is the Light of the world. He’s the Creator of the literal lights in the world, but He’s also the only source of spiritual light in the world. In the skewed, stained light of the world, everybody gets graded on a curve. We compare ourselves with each other and with our intentions. However, the pure and bright light of Jesus is accurate; it reveals our sin and illuminates our need for Him. This week, we’re looking at three groups of people and the different responses they have to this True Light: those walking in the light, those walking in darkness and those standing in the light with a decision to make. The Bible says in multiple places that Jesus Christ is the Light of the world. He’s the Creator of the literal lights in the world, but He’s also the only source of spiritual light in the world. In the skewed, stained light of the world, everybody gets… Pastor John Butler 2312 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22241495/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_truelight/id/4073328.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22241495 Jesus, Son, eternity, universe, God, sacrifice, sin, Bible, light, walking, darkness, standing, decision, true, colors, bright, reflection, save, wash Sun, 03 Mar 2024 12:44:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, Pastor John delivers the annual State of the Church address to provide a detailed look at giving, attendance, spiritual growth, discipleship and more in 2023 — and share his vision for 2024. This week, Pastor John delivers the annual State of the Church address to provide a detailed look at giving, attendance, spiritual growth, discipleship and more in 2023 — and share his vision for 2024. This week, Pastor John delivers the annual State of the Church address to provide a detailed look at giving, attendance, spiritual growth, discipleship and more in 2023 — and share his vision for 2024.… Pastor John Butler 2523 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22238578/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch2024/id/4070550.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22238578 state, church, transparency, attendance, financial, growth, discipleship, money, budget, God, blessing, faithfulness, salvation, baptized, members, ne Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:51:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Even though we live in a digital age, most of us has seen a Polaroid picture. It pops out of the camera and is pretty much blank, but given enough time and the correct conditions, you begin to make out the image in the picture. Eventually, it’s crystal clear because it’s fully developed. In Galatians 4:19, Paul expresses his hope that the Galatian believers would continue to grow until Christ is fully developed in them. This process is not as fast as a Polaroid, but it’s important that we give it the time and effort it deserves because there is nothing worse than a fuzzy picture when it comes to issues of eternity. This week, we’re going to look at three concepts that can help us — and our children — become fully developed in Christ. Even though we live in a digital age, most of us has seen a Polaroid picture. It pops out of the camera and is pretty much blank, but given enough time and the correct conditions, you begin to make out the image in the picture. Eventually, it’s crystal clear because it’s fully developed. In Galatians 4:19, Paul expresses his hope that the Galatian believers would continue to grow until Christ is fully developed in them. This process is not as fast as a Polaroid, but it’s important that we give it the time and effort it deserves because there is nothing worse than a fuzzy picture when it comes to issues of eternity. This week, we’re going to look at three concepts that can help us — and our children — become fully developed in Christ. Even though we live in a digital age, most of us has seen a Polaroid picture. It pops out of the camera and is pretty much blank, but given enough time and the correct conditions, you begin to make out the image in the picture. Eventually, it’s crystal… Pastor John Butler 2520 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22235573/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fullydeveloped/id/4067733.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22235573 digital, Polaroid, time, conditions, clear, fully, developed, Galatians, Christ, Jesus, eternity, kids, children, concepts, learn, fight, resist, angr Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:52:00 +0000 Cindy Diaz The Bible contains many different names for God, including Adonai, El Shaddai and Jehovah, and for those who grew up in church, this might have caused confusion. Why would God have so many names? This week, Cindy Diaz shares how the names of the Lord show various aspects of the Lord’s character. There are times in our lives when we don’t recognize Jesus because things are too dark or distracting for us to look for Him, but make no mistake: He can be found. He can show up as El Roi (The God Who Sees Me) or Emmanuel (God With Us) even in the most unexpected places and difficult moments of our lives. The Bible contains many different names for God, including Adonai, El Shaddai and Jehovah, and for those who grew up in church, this might have caused confusion. Why would God have so many names? This week, Cindy Diaz shares how the names of the Lord show various aspects of the Lord’s character. There are times in our lives when we don’t recognize Jesus because things are too dark or distracting for us to look for Him, but make no mistake: He can be found. He can show up as El Roi (The God Who Sees Me) or Emmanuel (God With Us) even in the most unexpected places and difficult moments of our lives. The Bible contains many different names for God, including Adonai, El Shaddai and Jehovah, and for those who grew up in church, this might have caused confusion. Why would God have so many names? This week, Cindy Diaz shares how the names of the Lord s… Cindy Diaz 1859 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22233736/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusrevealed/id/4065983.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22233736 Jesus, Revealed, names, God, church, character, Bible, El Roi, Emmanuel, Hebrew, fire, sees, me, with, us, Hagar, Philip, Nathanael, question, dark, d Sun, 11 Feb 2024 14:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Acts 9 gives the account of Saul’s surrender. At the time, he was the most passionate persecutor and executioner of early Christians, but after an encounter with Jesus, he became Paul, the apostle to the Gentiles. His transformation was so complete, so incredible and so surprising that God changed his name. This week, we’re going to learn more about what surrender IS by exploring what it’s NOT. We’re going to look at the lifestyle of surrender embodied by Paul — who wrote 13 of the 27 books of the New Testament — to discover what surrender looks like for us today. Acts 9 gives the account of Saul’s surrender. At the time, he was the most passionate persecutor and executioner of early Christians, but after an encounter with Jesus, he became Paul, the apostle to the Gentiles. His transformation was so complete, so incredible and so surprising that God changed his name. This week, we’re going to learn more about what surrender IS by exploring what it’s NOT. We’re going to look at the lifestyle of surrender embodied by Paul — who wrote 13 of the 27 books of the New Testament — to discover what surrender looks like for us today. Acts 9 gives the account of Saul’s surrender. At the time, he was the most passionate persecutor and executioner of early Christians, but after an encounter with Jesus, he became Paul, the apostle to the Gentiles. His transformation was so complete, so… Pastor John Butler 2660 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22229923/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surrenderseriespart6fullysurre/id/4062455.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22229923 surrender, Saul, Paul, Christians, Gentiles, transformation, change, God, fully, not, is, subtle, radical, Jesus, life, salvation, repentance, sorry Sun, 04 Feb 2024 23:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Due to the subject nature being discussed, this message is only intended for viewers age 11 and older (middle school and up). — We live in what has to be the most sexualized and sex-saturated generation in history. From video games and commercials to advertising and entertainment, sexual messaging and content is everywhere, and the attitudes of people toward sex and sexuality are different than that were a generation or two ago. This week, we’re continuing our Surrender Series with a look at sexuality, diving into the idea that there is virtually no difference in what we believe about sex and sexuality inside the church compared to the culture at large. We have lost — and desperately need to reclaim — the clear biblical foundation of truth about sex. Due to the subject nature being discussed, this message is only intended for viewers age 11 and older (middle school and up). — We live in what has to be the most sexualized and sex-saturated generation in history. From video games and commercials to advertising and entertainment, sexual messaging and content is everywhere, and the attitudes of people toward sex and sexuality are different than that were a generation or two ago. This week, we’re continuing our Surrender Series with a look at sexuality, diving into the idea that there is virtually no difference in what we believe about sex and sexuality inside the church compared to the culture at large. We have lost — and desperately need to reclaim — the clear biblical foundation of truth about sex. Due to the subject nature being discussed, this message is only intended for viewers age 11 and older (middle school and up). — We live in what has to be the most sexualized and sex-saturated generation in history. From video games and commercials to… Pastor John Butler 2791 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22227392/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surrenderseriespart5surrendera/id/4060020.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22227392 surrender, sex, sexuality, attitude, church, culture, Bible, truth, LGBTQ, Jesus, honor, integrity, carnal, desires, spiritual, purpose, sin, body, he Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:05:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When we say that a follower of Jesus has to live a life of surrender, it may be difficult to think of a person we admire who was also completely surrendered. Often, we look up to the rebels, the mavericks and the ones who bucked the system to lead people to a better place. We build statues to the courageous and bold — not those who were fully surrendered. A few weeks ago, we started the Surrender Series, exploring the different aspects of surrender and how it interacts with things like our will or desire for control, and this week, we’re going to look at what it means to be fully surrendered by turning to the greatest example of surrender in the Bible: Jesus Christ. No one went all-in on things or surrendered more than Jesus. When we say that a follower of Jesus has to live a life of surrender, it may be difficult to think of a person we admire who was also completely surrendered. Often, we look up to the rebels, the mavericks and the ones who bucked the system to lead people to a better place. We build statues to the courageous and bold — not those who were fully surrendered. A few weeks ago, we started the Surrender Series, exploring the different aspects of surrender and how it interacts with things like our will or desire for control, and this week, we’re going to look at what it means to be fully surrendered by turning to the greatest example of surrender in the Bible: Jesus Christ. No one went all-in on things or surrendered more than Jesus. When we say that a follower of Jesus has to live a life of surrender, it may be difficult to think of a person we admire who was also completely surrendered. Often, we look up to the rebels, the mavericks and the ones who bucked the system to lead peop… Pastor John Butler 3091 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22224729/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surrenderseriespart4fullysurre/id/4057473.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22224729 surrender, admire, rebel, maverick, fully, hero, example, Jesus, Christ, strong, separate, miss, becoming, life, define, facts, faith, mind, stubborn, Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:01:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We started a new series a couple of weeks ago called the Surrender Series. These messages bring together different things that the Lord has been sharing with Pastor John about the new year, and what ties them all together is the need to surrender. We have already talked about surrender in the life of Joseph, and last week, we explored the importance of getting out of the boat. This week, we’re diving deep into the topic of control. Control is our effort to bring order to a disorderly world; it’s how we try to make sense of things that are senseless and guarantee a specific outcome in an uncertain world. Control appears to be strong, courageous and full of faith. In reality, it is weakness, fear and pride in disguise — all hindering our ability to surrender. We started a new series a couple of weeks ago called the Surrender Series. These messages bring together different things that the Lord has been sharing with Pastor John about the new year, and what ties them all together is the need to surrender. We have already talked about surrender in the life of Joseph, and last week, we explored the importance of getting out of the boat. This week, we’re diving deep into the topic of control. Control is our effort to bring order to a disorderly world; it’s how we try to make sense of things that are senseless and guarantee a specific outcome in an uncertain world. Control appears to be strong, courageous and full of faith. In reality, it is weakness, fear and pride in disguise — all hindering our ability to surrender. We started a new series a couple of weeks ago called the Surrender Series. These messages bring together different things that the Lord has been sharing with Pastor John about the new year, and what ties them all together is the need to surrender. We h… Pastor John Butler 2201 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22222071/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surrenderseriespart3surrendera/id/4054908.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22222071 surrender, Lord, new year, control, facade, myth, trap, unbiblical, unhealthy, ruin, destroy, killing, religion, Holy Spirit, steward, ability, availa Sun, 14 Jan 2024 21:26:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Pastor John’s messages in the latter half of 2023 carried a tremendous weight each week. We spent much of last year digging through the ways that we’re hurting, grieving and suffering. We spent a lot of time looking in the spiritual mirror, and the Lord laid out some tools and processes we can use to find the healing that we need. If last year was about getting honest with ourselves about our need for healing and getting to the One who can actually heal us, the message for this year is this: it’s time to get out of the boat — just like Peter did in Matthew 14. There is a season in which it’s okay to be in the boat for safety, healing, reflection or rest, but at some point, we have to start living, loving and doing the work of ministry again. It all starts with surrender. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, we could not record and stream our service as usual, which is why the audio for this message sounds different than it usually does. Thanks for understanding! Pastor John’s messages in the latter half of 2023 carried a tremendous weight each week. We spent much of last year digging through the ways that we’re hurting, grieving and suffering. We spent a lot of time looking in the spiritual mirror, and the Lord laid out some tools and processes we can use to find the healing that we need. If last year was about getting honest with ourselves about our need for healing and getting to the One who can actually heal us, the message for this year is this: it’s time to get out of the boat — just like Peter did in Matthew 14. There is a season in which it’s okay to be in the boat for safety, healing, reflection or rest, but at some point, we have to start living, loving and doing the work of ministry again. It all starts with surrender. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, we could not record and stream our service as usual, which is why the audio for this message sounds different than it usually does. Thanks for understanding! Pastor John’s messages in the latter half of 2023 carried a tremendous weight each week. We spent much of last year digging through the ways that we’re hurting, grieving and suffering. We spent a lot of time looking in the spiritual mirror, and the Lor… Pastor John Butler 2438 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22219549/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surrenderseriespart2surrendera/id/4052483.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22219549 healing, church, God, wounds, Holy Spirit, boat, pain, grow, trust, believe, work, change, surrender, Peter, walk, water, Jesus, closer, will, power Sun, 07 Jan 2024 21:26:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re starting a new series called “Surrender,” and for the first message in this new series, we’re going back to the Christmas account to look at Joseph’s role in the birth of Jesus. In Matthew 1, we see Joseph intuitively demonstrating an understanding about who he was supposed to be that we need to learn and apply in our walk with Jesus. This is the first message of the new year. This is a time when people reflect on the old and look forward to the new, and a lot of people also get more serious about their spirituality at this time of year. They are determined to change something, so they can be who they are supposed to be in Christ. Surrender plays an important role in this transformation. This week, we’re starting a new series called “Surrender,” and for the first message in this new series, we’re going back to the Christmas account to look at Joseph’s role in the birth of Jesus. In Matthew 1, we see Joseph intuitively demonstrating an understanding about who he was supposed to be that we need to learn and apply in our walk with Jesus. This is the first message of the new year. This is a time when people reflect on the old and look forward to the new, and a lot of people also get more serious about their spirituality at this time of year. They are determined to change something, so they can be who they are supposed to be in Christ. Surrender plays an important role in this transformation. This week, we’re starting a new series called “Surrender,” and for the first message in this new series, we’re going back to the Christmas account to look at Joseph’s role in the birth of Jesus. In Matthew 1, we see Joseph intuitively demonstrating an … Pastor John Butler 2095 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22216951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surrenderseriespart1osephsurre/id/4049992.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22216951 surrender, Joseph, Christmas, understanding, identity, Jesus, life, wanting, living, give up, go up, cling, rights, afraid, exercising, rights, greate Sun, 31 Dec 2023 20:33:00 +0000 Pastor Jay Mann To capture monkeys in Africa, people set out cages equipped with bait sticks to lure them inside. The monkeys are too smart to go into the cages, so they reach through the bars to grab the sticks. However, this traps them because sticks are too large to fit through the bars, and the monkeys refuse to let go of the sticks. A similar thing is happening in countless churches around the world. The devil has set out cages in an effort to trap believers, but because we're too smart to go inside the cages, he adds a bait stick: offense. This week, we're exploring the fact that the most common tactic being used today to destroy the lives of believers is to get us offended. To capture monkeys in Africa, people set out cages equipped with bait sticks to lure them inside. The monkeys are too smart to go into the cages, so they reach through the bars to grab the sticks. However, this traps them because sticks are too large to fit through the bars, and the monkeys refuse to let go of the sticks. A similar thing is happening in countless churches around the world. The devil has set out cages in an effort to trap believers, but because we're too smart to go inside the cages, he adds a bait stick: offense. This week, we're exploring the fact that the most common tactic being used today to destroy the lives of believers is to get us offended. To capture monkeys in Africa, people set out cages equipped with bait sticks to lure them inside. The monkeys are too smart to go into the cages, so they reach through the bars to grab the sticks. However, this traps them because sticks are too large t… Pastor Jay Mann 1923 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22214361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_letitgomonkey/id/4047475.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22214361 monkey, cage, bait, stick, offense, devil, believer, let it go, voice, God, count, cost, Spirit, hurt, ministry, children, finances, Bible, dangerous, Sun, 24 Dec 2023 22:24:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler John 1:1 and John 1:14 are not typically considered Christmas scriptures, but together, they lay the foundation for the whole thing. Additionally, it also describes the main difference between Christianity and all the other religions. Jesus Christ, the second person of the Godhead, the One through Whom everything was made stepped out of heaven and came to earth. He didn’t come to reveal Himself in all His glory. He didn’t come to demonstrate His power, might, splendor and majesty. Instead, He came as a poor Jewish baby in a troubled region of the Roman Empire. The passage says that the Word became human. This week, we’re exploring the amazing fact that Jesus, the Son of God, became one of us. John 1:1 and John 1:14 are not typically considered Christmas scriptures, but together, they lay the foundation for the whole thing. Additionally, it also describes the main difference between Christianity and all the other religions. Jesus Christ, the second person of the Godhead, the One through Whom everything was made stepped out of heaven and came to earth. He didn’t come to reveal Himself in all His glory. He didn’t come to demonstrate His power, might, splendor and majesty. Instead, He came as a poor Jewish baby in a troubled region of the Roman Empire. The passage says that the Word became human. This week, we’re exploring the amazing fact that Jesus, the Son of God, became one of us. John 1:1 and John 1:14 are not typically considered Christmas scriptures, but together, they lay the foundation for the whole thing. Additionally, it also describes the main difference between Christianity and all the other religions. Jesus Christ, the… Pastor John Butler 1270 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22212180/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_oneofus/id/4045327.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22212180 Christmas, December, Jesus, Word, flesh, human, God, one of us, earth, creation, universe, government, joy, gladness, resurrection, life, death, love, Sun, 10 Dec 2023 21:04:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we're wrapping up our Know-vember Series. Over the past four weeks, we have been trying to provide answers to questions that people within our congregation have wanted to know, and one of the big questions was about Israel. We started by discussing current events before looking ahead to the future fulfillment of prophecy. So far, we have talked about the rapture of the church, the tribulation, the judgment seat of Christ, the marriage supper of the Lamb, the Second Coming of Christ and the battle of Armageddon. There's still more to come, but we're now in the home stretch before we arrive at our eternal state as believers. This week, we're wrapping up our Know-vember Series. Over the past four weeks, we have been trying to provide answers to questions that people within our congregation have wanted to know, and one of the big questions was about Israel. We started by discussing current events before looking ahead to the future fulfillment of prophecy. So far, we have talked about the rapture of the church, the tribulation, the judgment seat of Christ, the marriage supper of the Lamb, the Second Coming of Christ and the battle of Armageddon. There's still more to come, but we're now in the home stretch before we arrive at our eternal state as believers. This week, we're wrapping up our Know-vember Series. Over the past four weeks, we have been trying to provide answers to questions that people within our congregation have wanted to know, and one of the big questions was about Israel. We started by dis… Pastor John Butler 2599 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22207286/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_knowvemberseriespart5israeland/id/4040550.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22207286 know, question, answer, Israel, prophecy, countdown, rapture, tribulation, judgment, Christ, marriage, coming, Armageddon, Word, God, church, Heaven Sun, 03 Dec 2023 15:41:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are continuing our Know-vember Series, providing answers to questions that people within our congregation have wanted to know. Our first question was about how to know that you are hearing from God, which we addressed three weeks ago. For the last couple of weeks, we have been answering questions about Israel — not only what’s going on there now but also the things that are prophetically foretold in scripture. We’re picking up this week where we left off last week, as we continue to talk about Israel and the Prophetic Timeline. We are continuing our Know-vember Series, providing answers to questions that people within our congregation have wanted to know. Our first question was about how to know that you are hearing from God, which we addressed three weeks ago. For the last couple of weeks, we have been answering questions about Israel — not only what’s going on there now but also the things that are prophetically foretold in scripture. We’re picking up this week where we left off last week, as we continue to talk about Israel and the Prophetic Timeline. We are continuing our Know-vember Series, providing answers to questions that people within our congregation have wanted to know. Our first question was about how to know that you are hearing from God, which we addressed three weeks ago. For the last … Pastor John Butler 2193 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22204035/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_knowvemberseriespart4israeland/id/4038005.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22204035 know, question, answer, Israel, prophecy, timeline, dead, rapture, resurrection, Lord, body, Jesus, tribulation, treasure, reward, Judgment Seat, Reve Sun, 26 Nov 2023 22:14:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing our Know-vember series, which is a collection of messages designed to answer some of the questions on the minds of people within our church or that were submitted via our online form. Last week, we talked about the current situation in Israel, and now, we’re exploring the future of Israel and the wider world in which we live. This is an important topic for us to discuss because countless messages preached over the past 20-30 years have embraced the idea of a “here and now” prosperity gospel. We have focused on all the ways to make this life better while ignoring eternity, but there is a tomorrow coming that will change everything. It’s real and has to be what we are working, watching and longing for as followers of Jesus. We’re continuing our Know-vember series, which is a collection of messages designed to answer some of the questions on the minds of people within our church or that were submitted via our online form. Last week, we talked about the current situation in Israel, and now, we’re exploring the future of Israel and the wider world in which we live. This is an important topic for us to discuss because countless messages preached over the past 20-30 years have embraced the idea of a “here and now” prosperity gospel. We have focused on all the ways to make this life better while ignoring eternity, but there is a tomorrow coming that will change everything. It’s real and has to be what we are working, watching and longing for as followers of Jesus. We’re continuing our Know-vember series, which is a collection of messages designed to answer some of the questions on the minds of people within our church or that were submitted via our online form. Last week, we talked about the current situation in… Pastor John Butler 2658 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22201589/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_knowvemberseriespart3israeland/id/4035603.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22201589 know, Israel, current, future, gospel, eternity, tomorrow, Jesus, change, prophecy, timeline, church, coming, rapture, supernatural, Bible, God, tribu Sun, 19 Nov 2023 22:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing the Know-vember series by exploring subjects that are on people’s minds, and this week and next week, we are going to explore the subject of Israel. Many of the questions submitted for this series were about this subject, and it’s important to explore it biblically. We are going to start by talking about the war they’re in with Hamas and maybe Hezbollah in the near future, and next week, we will talk about future prophetic events, including the rapture, the Great Tribulation and more. We’re continuing the Know-vember series by exploring subjects that are on people’s minds, and this week and next week, we are going to explore the subject of Israel. Many of the questions submitted for this series were about this subject, and it’s important to explore it biblically. We are going to start by talking about the war they’re in with Hamas and maybe Hezbollah in the near future, and next week, we will talk about future prophetic events, including the rapture, the Great Tribulation and more. We’re continuing the Know-vember series by exploring subjects that are on people’s minds, and this week and next week, we are going to explore the subject of Israel. Many of the questions submitted for this series were about this subject, and it’s impo… Pastor John Butler 2336 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22199325/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_knowvemberseriespart2westandwi/id/4033389.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22199325 know, Israel, stand, war, future, prophecy, Hamas, Gaza, Yom Kippur, Jews, Jewish, news, church, Christianity, Jesus, God, followers, America, Bible Sun, 12 Nov 2023 23:43:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re starting a new series called Know-vember, a short series of messages based on questions that were submitted by people within our church. Our first question is about hearing from God. The person who submitted it asked, “How exactly are we supposed to hear God and follow Him?” This is an important question in the life of any believer who wants to have a personal and intimated relationship with Jesus, and it’s a great follow-up to our recent message about the baptism of the Holy Spirit and surrendering our lives to just this sort of relationship. This week, we’re starting a new series called Know-vember, a short series of messages based on questions that were submitted by people within our church. Our first question is about hearing from God. The person who submitted it asked, “How exactly are we supposed to hear God and follow Him?” This is an important question in the life of any believer who wants to have a personal and intimated relationship with Jesus, and it’s a great follow-up to our recent message about the baptism of the Holy Spirit and surrendering our lives to just this sort of relationship. This week, we’re starting a new series called Know-vember, a short series of messages based on questions that were submitted by people within our church. Our first question is about hearing from God. The person who submitted it asked, “How exactly are … Pastor John Butler 2451 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22196817/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_knowvemberseriespart1hearingfr/id/4030965.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22196817 know, November, question, ask, hear, follow, God, Samuel, believer, relationship, Jesus, Holy Spirit, word, confirmation, revelation, peace, voice, im Sun, 05 Nov 2023 21:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler There are no degrees of dead. A person who died 10 seconds ago is just as dead as one who died 10 years ago. A person with all their skin and muscles intact is just as dead as a dismembered skeleton. Clinically speaking, if your heart isn’t beating and you aren’t breathing, you’re dead. Breath is the difference between living and dying. When Ezekiel prophesied over the valley of dead, dry bones, they started to come back together with muscles, tendons, ligaments and skin. This was an incredible miracle, but the newly-formed bodies weren't truly alive because they were not breathing. This week, we're exploring the fact that we're not fully alive until we're breathing the breath of God. There are no degrees of dead. A person who died 10 seconds ago is just as dead as one who died 10 years ago. A person with all their skin and muscles intact is just as dead as a dismembered skeleton. Clinically speaking, if your heart isn’t beating and you aren’t breathing, you’re dead. Breath is the difference between living and dying. When Ezekiel prophesied over the valley of dead, dry bones, they started to come back together with muscles, tendons, ligaments and skin. This was an incredible miracle, but the newly-formed bodies weren't truly alive because they were not breathing. This week, we're exploring the fact that we're not fully alive until we're breathing the breath of God. There are no degrees of dead. A person who died 10 seconds ago is just as dead as one who died 10 years ago. A person with all their skin and muscles intact is just as dead as a dismembered skeleton. Clinically speaking, if your heart isn’t beating and… Pastor John Butler 2642 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22193582/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rehydrateseriespart4breath/id/4027755.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22193582 rehydrate, dead, dry, bones, breath, Ezekiel, rattle, battle, warfare, alive, Lord, ruach, faith, Jesus, Holy Spirit, God, helper, gift, counselor, co Sun, 29 Oct 2023 20:10:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Genesis 2 and 3, we see that shame was the first manifestation of spiritual death. Sin brought shame to Adam and Eve, which brought separation from God, and since God is the source of life, anything that separates you from Him is death. What kills your soul will dry your bones, and just as much as church hurt, man-made lies and hateful words, shame is drying out our bones. The glass divider that’s keeping you from a deeper relationship or experience with God is shame. You’re not numb or dead; you are wrapped in layers of shame that are insulating you from almost every spiritual sense. You don’t think that you deserve to receive from God because of your faults, flaws and failures, and in order to rehydrate, we have to put a stop to it. In Genesis 2 and 3, we see that shame was the first manifestation of spiritual death. Sin brought shame to Adam and Eve, which brought separation from God, and since God is the source of life, anything that separates you from Him is death. What kills your soul will dry your bones, and just as much as church hurt, man-made lies and hateful words, shame is drying out our bones. The glass divider that’s keeping you from a deeper relationship or experience with God is shame. You’re not numb or dead; you are wrapped in layers of shame that are insulating you from almost every spiritual sense. You don’t think that you deserve to receive from God because of your faults, flaws and failures, and in order to rehydrate, we have to put a stop to it. In Genesis 2 and 3, we see that shame was the first manifestation of spiritual death. Sin brought shame to Adam and Eve, which brought separation from God, and since God is the source of life, anything that separates you from Him is death. What kills … Pastor John Butler 2523 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22190933/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rehydrateseriespart3shame/id/4025153.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22190933 rehydrate, vision, Ezekiel, prophecy, dry, bones, valley, speak, healing, church, hurt, beliefs, shame, manifestation, spiritual, death, kills, soul Sun, 22 Oct 2023 20:07:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers This week, Jordan Weathers is helping us answer the question: How’s Your Harvest? Families are taking their fall photos. Fall decorations are up. Leaves are changing and falling and clogging our gutters. Plus, we are one month into autumn and one month away from Thanksgiving, so it’s a great topic to discuss at this time of year. Beyond the connection to autumn, it’s an important question for us to ask at regular intervals throughout the year because the Bible talks about harvesting and reaping a lot. There are many examples of agricultural imagery, but beyond the physical, real-world references to harvesting that occur throughout the Bible, there is also a spiritual side that should not be overlooked. This week, Jordan Weathers is helping us answer the question: How’s Your Harvest? Families are taking their fall photos. Fall decorations are up. Leaves are changing and falling and clogging our gutters. Plus, we are one month into autumn and one month away from Thanksgiving, so it’s a great topic to discuss at this time of year. Beyond the connection to autumn, it’s an important question for us to ask at regular intervals throughout the year because the Bible talks about harvesting and reaping a lot. There are many examples of agricultural imagery, but beyond the physical, real-world references to harvesting that occur throughout the Bible, there is also a spiritual side that should not be overlooked. This week, Jordan Weathers is helping us answer the question: How’s Your Harvest? Families are taking their fall photos. Fall decorations are up. Leaves are changing and falling and clogging our gutters. Plus, we are one month into autumn and one month… Jordan Weathers 3108 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22188506/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howsyourharvest/id/4022741.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22188506 question, spiritual, areas, focus, harvest, fall, autumn, agriculture, agrarian, farm, plant, sow, reap, righteous, Jesus, God, fruit, receptivity, op Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are continuing our Rehydrate Series, exploring the idea that many of us are suffering from what the prophet Ezekiel called “dry bones.” For a variety of reasons, the life, strength, passion and energy that we have for life and Kingdom work have been drained out of us, and we’re now lying scattered across the valley floor separated from God and each other. This week, we’re talking about the sensitive and important topic of church hurt, which occurs when the ones that God has called to heal the body are the ones who are injuring it. There are thousands of people in this country who are either no longer churched or who are disengaged due to church hurt. As we dive into this topic, we’re not just going to talk about what might have dried out your bones; we’re going to commit to a plan to get rehydrated. We are continuing our Rehydrate Series, exploring the idea that many of us are suffering from what the prophet Ezekiel called “dry bones.” For a variety of reasons, the life, strength, passion and energy that we have for life and Kingdom work have been drained out of us, and we’re now lying scattered across the valley floor separated from God and each other. This week, we’re talking about the sensitive and important topic of church hurt, which occurs when the ones that God has called to heal the body are the ones who are injuring it. There are thousands of people in this country who are either no longer churched or who are disengaged due to church hurt. As we dive into this topic, we’re not just going to talk about what might have dried out your bones; we’re going to commit to a plan to get rehydrated. We are continuing our Rehydrate Series, exploring the idea that many of us are suffering from what the prophet Ezekiel called “dry bones.” For a variety of reasons, the life, strength, passion and energy that we have for life and Kingdom work have been… Pastor John Butler 2665 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22185888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rehydrateseriespart2churchhurt/id/4020193.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22185888 rehydrate, dry, bones, sensitive, important, church, hurt, pastor, heal, equip, injure, God, sheep, Jesus, abuse, authority, steps, deal, talk, feel Sun, 08 Oct 2023 20:11:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As Pastor John has prayed about our church over the past few months, one image has repeatedly come to mind: dry bones. God has a mission, vision and purpose for us, but before we can achieve it, we have to get mended, repaired and restored from whatever it was that dried out our bones. The challenge in being restored is not just to identify the source of the drying but to figure out how to get our bones rehydrated, reconnected and ready for action. This week, we’re kicking off a new series called “Rehydrate” to help us find the healing that Jesus provides and the peace for which we’ve been searching. As Pastor John has prayed about our church over the past few months, one image has repeatedly come to mind: dry bones. God has a mission, vision and purpose for us, but before we can achieve it, we have to get mended, repaired and restored from whatever it was that dried out our bones. The challenge in being restored is not just to identify the source of the drying but to figure out how to get our bones rehydrated, reconnected and ready for action. This week, we’re kicking off a new series called “Rehydrate” to help us find the healing that Jesus provides and the peace for which we’ve been searching. As Pastor John has prayed about our church over the past few months, one image has repeatedly come to mind: dry bones. God has a mission, vision and purpose for us, but before we can achieve it, we have to get mended, repaired and restored from whateve… Pastor John Butler 2771 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22183262/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rehydrateseriespart1whotoldyou/id/4017610.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22183262 dry, bones, God, mission, vision, purpose, mend, repair, restore, rehydrate, reconnect, ready, Jesus, who, told, you, that, Holy Spirit, Bible, words, Sun, 01 Oct 2023 20:19:00 +0000 Bishop Tom Madden In Luke 19, we read the account of a man named Zacchaeus who worked for what was essentially the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of the Roman Empire. It’s safe to assume no one liked him, but aside from his profession, the Bible only tells us one other thing about him — that he was short. Bishop Tom Madden uses the account of how Zacchaeus responded to his issue to help us confront and overcome our own issues. Sometimes, God is calling us to do something differently or make a change. Like it did for Zacchaeus, repositioning our lives for God will require obedience and humility, but it will also allow the Lord to bless and grow us. In Luke 19, we read the account of a man named Zacchaeus who worked for what was essentially the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of the Roman Empire. It’s safe to assume no one liked him, but aside from his profession, the Bible only tells us one other thing about him — that he was short. Bishop Tom Madden uses the account of how Zacchaeus responded to his issue to help us confront and overcome our own issues. Sometimes, God is calling us to do something differently or make a change. Like it did for Zacchaeus, repositioning our lives for God will require obedience and humility, but it will also allow the Lord to bless and grow us. In Luke 19, we read the account of a man named Zacchaeus who worked for what was essentially the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of the Roman Empire. It’s safe to assume no one liked him, but aside from his profession, the Bible only tells us one other … Bishop Tom Madden 3269 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22181081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_goclimbatreepastorappreciation/id/4015460.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22181081 Kairos, moment, time, God, COVID-19, change, plan, purpose, Zacchaeus, short, climb, tree, reposition, saw, Jesus, know, name, humble, serve, obedienc Mon, 25 Sep 2023 01:10:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we are continuing our “On Mission” series, which is focused on getting everyone who is called by God involved in the mission that Jesus gave us: to go and make disciples. We should be focused on that mission 168 hours a week, not just for the one hour a week we’re in church together. Last week, we talked about getting prepared to carry out the mission of discipleship that we’re on. We used the analogy of a military unit getting ready for battle and talked about three ways we should get prepped for the mission. Now, it’s time to talk about the fourth one, which is all about making sure that we’re repaired, mended, restored and ready to fulfill our mission. This week, we are continuing our “On Mission” series, which is focused on getting everyone who is called by God involved in the mission that Jesus gave us: to go and make disciples. We should be focused on that mission 168 hours a week, not just for the one hour a week we’re in church together. Last week, we talked about getting prepared to carry out the mission of discipleship that we’re on. We used the analogy of a military unit getting ready for battle and talked about three ways we should get prepped for the mission. Now, it’s time to talk about the fourth one, which is all about making sure that we’re repaired, mended, restored and ready to fulfill our mission. This week, we are continuing our “On Mission” series, which is focused on getting everyone who is called by God involved in the mission that Jesus gave us: to go and make disciples. We should be focused on that mission 168 hours a week, not just for th… Pastor John Butler 3146 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22177280/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onmissionseriespart4maintenanc/id/4011744.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22177280 on, mission, God, Jesus, go, make, disciples, prep, military, maintenance, equipment, mend, repair, restore, okay, stay, freedom, foolish, hope, pray, Mon, 18 Sep 2023 03:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The success of any military operation depends on the preparation of the soldiers involved. No matter how good the team is, there has to be a time of specialized preparation before they undertake any mission, and that preparation should take into consideration both the demands of the mission and the needs of the soldiers. A couple of weeks ago, we started a series called On Mission, which is based on the mission defined by Jesus in Matthew 28: go and make disciples. How do we prepare for that mission? Can anybody do it at any time? This week, we’re going to explore these questions and what it takes for us, the soldiers in God’s army, to get prepped for this disciple-making mission of service. The success of any military operation depends on the preparation of the soldiers involved. No matter how good the team is, there has to be a time of specialized preparation before they undertake any mission, and that preparation should take into consideration both the demands of the mission and the needs of the soldiers. A couple of weeks ago, we started a series called On Mission, which is based on the mission defined by Jesus in Matthew 28: go and make disciples. How do we prepare for that mission? Can anybody do it at any time? This week, we’re going to explore these questions and what it takes for us, the soldiers in God’s army, to get prepped for this disciple-making mission of service. The success of any military operation depends on the preparation of the soldiers involved. No matter how good the team is, there has to be a time of specialized preparation before they undertake any mission, and that preparation should take into consid… Pastor John Butler 2400 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22175918/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onmissionseriespart3missionpre/id/4011716.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22175918 military, soldiers, on, mission, Jesus, preparation, prep, Christ, service, answer, call, surrender, be, humble, gifts, ministry, servant, character Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:03:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we began a series called On Mission. It’s an important series because it gets right at the heart of what Jesus called us to do. We talked about the Great Commission and the call to go and make disciples, but it begs the question: if the mission is the work, what are we working for? What is the church supposed to look like? In Ephesians 4, Paul paints a picture of the body of Christ as it should be. It’s a church that’s known for loving rather than fighting, where it’s safe for everybody to come and hear about Jesus with no judgment and no pressure. It’s a church where the presence of God is tangible and authentic, a place where souls are being saved and lives are being changed. This week, we’re discussing the church and the people Jesus wants us to be and how we can’t stop until the mission is accomplished. Last week, we began a series called On Mission. It’s an important series because it gets right at the heart of what Jesus called us to do. We talked about the Great Commission and the call to go and make disciples, but it begs the question: if the mission is the work, what are we working for? What is the church supposed to look like? In Ephesians 4, Paul paints a picture of the body of Christ as it should be. It’s a church that’s known for loving rather than fighting, where it’s safe for everybody to come and hear about Jesus with no judgment and no pressure. It’s a church where the presence of God is tangible and authentic, a place where souls are being saved and lives are being changed. This week, we’re discussing the church and the people Jesus wants us to be and how we can’t stop until the mission is accomplished. Last week, we began a series called On Mission. It’s an important series because it gets right at the heart of what Jesus called us to do. We talked about the Great Commission and the call to go and make disciples, but it begs the question: if the miss… Pastor John Butler 2307 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22172538/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onmissionseriespart2missionacc/id/4007099.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22172538 mission, Jesus, work, church, accomplished, make, disciples, Pentecost, gifted, go, be, say, see, here, there, leadership, success, pray, counsel, pos Sun, 03 Sep 2023 17:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler At the end of Matthew 28, Jesus delivers the Great Commission, the marching orders for those who would follow Him. This is the mission of Covenant Life and every other Bible-believing, Jesus-following church. It’s what we are supposed to be doing as Christians: going and making disciples. This week, we’re kicking off a new series called On Mission, which could prove to be a pivotal series in our lives and in the future of our church. As we unpack the sermons in this series and teachings of the Bible, let’s strive to hear what God is saying to us and surrender to what He’s doing within us. At the end of Matthew 28, Jesus delivers the Great Commission, the marching orders for those who would follow Him. This is the mission of Covenant Life and every other Bible-believing, Jesus-following church. It’s what we are supposed to be doing as Christians: going and making disciples. This week, we’re kicking off a new series called On Mission, which could prove to be a pivotal series in our lives and in the future of our church. As we unpack the sermons in this series and teachings of the Bible, let’s strive to hear what God is saying to us and surrender to what He’s doing within us. At the end of Matthew 28, Jesus delivers the Great Commission, the marching orders for those who would follow Him. This is the mission of Covenant Life and every other Bible-believing, Jesus-following church. It’s what we are supposed to be doing as Ch… Pastor John Butler 2270 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22170115/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onmissionseriespart1missionary/id/4004728.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22170115 Great Commission, Jesus, on, mission, disciples, missionary, work, trip, ministry, service, serve, purpose, person, help, God, love, people, find, sav Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When someone mentions fall, it’s easy to think about bonfires, and for most people, it doesn’t matter what gets burned — whether it’s pine, grass trimmings or old furniture — to make one. If it will burn, it belongs on the burn pile. Unfortunately, that may also be our concept of what God thinks when He looks at us. When you compare His holiness with our sinfulness, it is easy to think that he just sees us all as fit for the burn pile. However, we forget that His ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts are higher than our thoughts. He doesn’t think like we do. When Jesus looks at us, He sees our potential and possibilities; He sees a masterpiece just waiting for His craftsmanship. According to the Bible, we have been recreated in Christ, which means that He has taken us out of the burn pile and started the process of making us into something fit for the work of the Kingdom. When someone mentions fall, it’s easy to think about bonfires, and for most people, it doesn’t matter what gets burned — whether it’s pine, grass trimmings or old furniture — to make one. If it will burn, it belongs on the burn pile. Unfortunately, that may also be our concept of what God thinks when He looks at us. When you compare His holiness with our sinfulness, it is easy to think that he just sees us all as fit for the burn pile. However, we forget that His ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts are higher than our thoughts. He doesn’t think like we do. When Jesus looks at us, He sees our potential and possibilities; He sees a masterpiece just waiting for His craftsmanship. According to the Bible, we have been recreated in Christ, which means that He has taken us out of the burn pile and started the process of making us into something fit for the work of the Kingdom. When someone mentions fall, it’s easy to think about bonfires, and for most people, it doesn’t matter what gets burned — whether it’s pine, grass trimmings or old furniture — to make one. If it will burn, it belongs on the burn pile. Unfortunately, th… Pastor John Butler 2017 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22167627/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_recreatedfromburnpiletobeautif/id/4002296.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22167627 fall, bonfire, burn, wood, pile, potential, possibility, masterpiece, artist, Christ, God, Jesus, beautiful, recreate, process, wash, clean, blood, re Sun, 20 Aug 2023 14:03:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The pace at which we live makes it hard to notice what’s going on until we crash into a wall or break something. The cost of not addressing how we’re doing on the inside can include broken relationships, broken jobs, broken ministries and broken churches. As long as we’re still moving, we assume that we must be okay, but nothing could be further from the truth. On most Sunday mornings, Pastor John fulfills the role of preacher or Bible teacher, but after sensing a weight in the room last week, he decided to fulfill a different role this week: that of shepherd for the flock of people who call Covenant Life home. This week, we’re being real with each other and getting biblical advice on how to deal with our grief, stress and anxiety. The pace at which we live makes it hard to notice what’s going on until we crash into a wall or break something. The cost of not addressing how we’re doing on the inside can include broken relationships, broken jobs, broken ministries and broken churches. As long as we’re still moving, we assume that we must be okay, but nothing could be further from the truth. On most Sunday mornings, Pastor John fulfills the role of preacher or Bible teacher, but after sensing a weight in the room last week, he decided to fulfill a different role this week: that of shepherd for the flock of people who call Covenant Life home. This week, we’re being real with each other and getting biblical advice on how to deal with our grief, stress and anxiety. The pace at which we live makes it hard to notice what’s going on until we crash into a wall or break something. The cost of not addressing how we’re doing on the inside can include broken relationships, broken jobs, broken ministries and broken church… Pastor John Butler 2977 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22165109/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thosewhogrieveinzion/id/3999902.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22165109 Sunday, preacher, teacher, pastor, shepherd, pace, crash, soul, mind, will, emotions, grief, stress, boomerang, camouflage, battle, fatigue, empathy Sun, 13 Aug 2023 07:58:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Just as the book of Ecclesiastes says, the theme for this week is that there is a time and season for everything. The best and worst part about life is that seasons change. It’s unfortunate that we can’t live on the mountaintop our entire life, but thankfully, the opposite is also true. If you have been in a season of fire walking, you can be encouraged by the fact that change is coming, and the fire will not last forever. Throughout the Fire Walking Series, we have identified a number of principles from the fiery furnace experience of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to see how they can help us in the fiery seasons of our lives. We have already talked about three of them, and this week, we’re exploring the last two principles — and seeing what happens after the fire — in one message called the Fire Fallout Principle. Just as the book of Ecclesiastes says, the theme for this week is that there is a time and season for everything. The best and worst part about life is that seasons change. It’s unfortunate that we can’t live on the mountaintop our entire life, but thankfully, the opposite is also true. If you have been in a season of fire walking, you can be encouraged by the fact that change is coming, and the fire will not last forever. Throughout the Fire Walking Series, we have identified a number of principles from the fiery furnace experience of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to see how they can help us in the fiery seasons of our lives. We have already talked about three of them, and this week, we’re exploring the last two principles — and seeing what happens after the fire — in one message called the Fire Fallout Principle. Just as the book of Ecclesiastes says, the theme for this week is that there is a time and season for everything. The best and worst part about life is that seasons change. It’s unfortunate that we can’t live on the mountaintop our entire life, but tha… Pastor John Butler 2479 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22162255/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_firewalkingseriespart4firefall/id/3997113.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22162255 fire, walking, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, principle, fallout, fiery, furnace, season, change, wordless, witness, world, watch, higher, promotion, ne Sun, 06 Aug 2023 11:03:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout the Fire Walking Series, we have been exploring key principles from the fiery furnace experience of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego — and learning how to apply those principles in our own lives. It doesn't matter how spiritual, good-looking, wealthy, powerful, gifted or connected we are; everyone walks through seasons of fire. This week, we're exploring the Fire Freedom Principle. Nobody wants to be tied up and held back, but do you still want to be free even if your freedom comes through the fire? Deliverance may come through a mighty move of the Holy Spirit, but often, the thing that prepares us for that deliverance is a season of fire walking. Throughout the Fire Walking Series, we have been exploring key principles from the fiery furnace experience of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego — and learning how to apply those principles in our own lives. It doesn't matter how spiritual, good-looking, wealthy, powerful, gifted or connected we are; everyone walks through seasons of fire. This week, we're exploring the Fire Freedom Principle. Nobody wants to be tied up and held back, but do you still want to be free even if your freedom comes through the fire? Deliverance may come through a mighty move of the Holy Spirit, but often, the thing that prepares us for that deliverance is a season of fire walking. Throughout the Fire Walking Series, we have been exploring key principles from the fiery furnace experience of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego — and learning how to apply those principles in our own lives. It doesn't matter how spiritual, good-looking, … Pastor John Butler 2083 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22159604/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_firewalkingseriespart3firefree/id/3994529.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22159604 fire, walking, principle, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, season, focus, friendship, freedom, free, Jesus, chose, bound, deliverance, Holy Spirit, by, fr Sun, 30 Jul 2023 13:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Have you ever recognized that you were about to be thrown into a fire? Fear is probably the first thing that goes through your mind — fear of the loss of relationship, health, finances, fellowship. It’s usually hard to see beyond the pain and loss, but what the three Hebrew men in Daniel 3 found likely never crossed their minds. We can’t let the fear of the fire blind us to the fact that Jesus is right beside us, and our relationship with Him will be deeper as a result of our experience in the fire. This week, we are continuing the Fire Walking Series to discover that, no matter what kind of fire we’re walking through, we can be confident that we’re going to find friendship with Jesus. Have you ever recognized that you were about to be thrown into a fire? Fear is probably the first thing that goes through your mind — fear of the loss of relationship, health, finances, fellowship. It’s usually hard to see beyond the pain and loss, but what the three Hebrew men in Daniel 3 found likely never crossed their minds. We can’t let the fear of the fire blind us to the fact that Jesus is right beside us, and our relationship with Him will be deeper as a result of our experience in the fire. This week, we are continuing the Fire Walking Series to discover that, no matter what kind of fire we’re walking through, we can be confident that we’re going to find friendship with Jesus. Have you ever recognized that you were about to be thrown into a fire? Fear is probably the first thing that goes through your mind — fear of the loss of relationship, health, finances, fellowship. It’s usually hard to see beyond the pain and loss, but… Pastor John Butler 2527 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22157427/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_firewalkingseriespart2firefrie/id/3992392.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22157427 fire, walking, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar, statue, trust, God, Savior, Sovereign, powerful, creative, fear, faith, courage, f Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re starting a brand new series for people who — from time to time and way more than they’d actually prefer — find themselves walking through the fire. Sometimes, we walk through fires of someone else’s making, but other times, we do it to ourselves. Regardless of the source, nature, intensity or duration of the fire, it isn’t pleasant. Even if walking through a fire is not an enjoyable experience, there may be a way to approach it that can maximize the benefits and provide greater understanding. Throughout this series, we’re going to explore five different principles based on the experience of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego that can help us walk through fires in our own lives. The first one we’re discussing is called the Fire Focus Principle. This week, we’re starting a brand new series for people who — from time to time and way more than they’d actually prefer — find themselves walking through the fire. Sometimes, we walk through fires of someone else’s making, but other times, we do it to ourselves. Regardless of the source, nature, intensity or duration of the fire, it isn’t pleasant. Even if walking through a fire is not an enjoyable experience, there may be a way to approach it that can maximize the benefits and provide greater understanding. Throughout this series, we’re going to explore five different principles based on the experience of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego that can help us walk through fires in our own lives. The first one we’re discussing is called the Fire Focus Principle. This week, we’re starting a brand new series for people who — from time to time and way more than they’d actually prefer — find themselves walking through the fire. Sometimes, we walk through fires of someone else’s making, but other times, we do it to… Pastor John Butler 2122 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22154644/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_firewalkingseriespart1firefocu/id/3989648.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22154644 life, challenges, problems, walking, fire, crisis, overwhelmed, frustrated, benefits, understanding, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, focus, principle, Da Sun, 16 Jul 2023 07:24:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re closing out the Love of God series with a message about salvation. Sadly, the modern American church has turned salvation into a business transaction — one in which we swap a simple prayer and church attendance with an eternity in Hell — rather than a covenant relationship. This is an important topic to discuss because what Jesus says about being saved, becoming a Christian and following Him doesn’t seem to align with what most of us learn in church. We’re missing something in the way we understand and talk about salvation: love. We have to love Jesus more than anything and anyone else before we can truly be saved. This week, we’re closing out the Love of God series with a message about salvation. Sadly, the modern American church has turned salvation into a business transaction — one in which we swap a simple prayer and church attendance with an eternity in Hell — rather than a covenant relationship. This is an important topic to discuss because what Jesus says about being saved, becoming a Christian and following Him doesn’t seem to align with what most of us learn in church. We’re missing something in the way we understand and talk about salvation: love. We have to love Jesus more than anything and anyone else before we can truly be saved. This week, we’re closing out the Love of God series with a message about salvation. Sadly, the modern American church has turned salvation into a business transaction — one in which we swap a simple prayer and church attendance with an eternity in Hell… Pastor John Butler 2349 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22152704/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveofgodseriespart7doyoulovee/id/3987710.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22152704 love, God, Jesus, salvation, saved, Christian, follower, more, American, church, Bible, covenant, relationship, prayer, serve, give, know, change, mot Mon, 10 Jul 2023 03:40:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In 1 Corinthians 12-14, Paul describes a lifestyle of love, which should be the highest goal of every believer. The love of God should be the thing that makes you different, defines everything you do and draws people to you. The call of God on our lives is not to occasionally do loving things; the call is to be love. Jesus exhibited this behavior through His life. He didn’t just do loving things; He was the physically embodiment of love. The loving things He did in His time on earth flowed from who He was on the inside. Just like the lifestyle of a rich person is defined by their wealth, the lifestyle of a believer should be defined by God’s love. In 1 Corinthians 12-14, Paul describes a lifestyle of love, which should be the highest goal of every believer. The love of God should be the thing that makes you different, defines everything you do and draws people to you. The call of God on our lives is not to occasionally do loving things; the call is to be love. Jesus exhibited this behavior through His life. He didn’t just do loving things; He was the physically embodiment of love. The loving things He did in His time on earth flowed from who He was on the inside. Just like the lifestyle of a rich person is defined by their wealth, the lifestyle of a believer should be defined by God’s love. In 1 Corinthians 12-14, Paul describes a lifestyle of love, which should be the highest goal of every believer. The love of God should be the thing that makes you different, defines everything you do and draws people to you. The call of God on our live… Pastor John Butler 2194 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22149552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveofgodseriespart5thelifesty/id/3984643.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22149552 rich, famous, existence, love, God, lifestyle, Jesus, defined, treat, people, pure, honest, trustworthy, be, give, revival, repentance, success, surre Sun, 02 Jul 2023 12:15:00 +0000 Cindy Diaz In this encouraging message, Cindy Diaz reminds us that we don’t have to overthink the season or situation in which God has us right now, and rather than striving to fulfill our calling with our own strength and effort, we simply need to surrender. Ministry is not a destination; it’s a by-product of our union with Jesus and the overflow of His love in our lives. Just as it did with Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4, it happens along the way. Even when we find ourselves in pit, we can learn to trust God, so we can be like trees with deep roots along the riverbank — just as it describes in Ezekiel 47:12. In this encouraging message, Cindy Diaz reminds us that we don’t have to overthink the season or situation in which God has us right now, and rather than striving to fulfill our calling with our own strength and effort, we simply need to surrender. Ministry is not a destination; it’s a by-product of our union with Jesus and the overflow of His love in our lives. Just as it did with Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4, it happens along the way. Even when we find ourselves in pit, we can learn to trust God, so we can be like trees with deep roots along the riverbank — just as it describes in Ezekiel 47:12. In this encouraging message, Cindy Diaz reminds us that we don’t have to overthink the season or situation in which God has us right now, and rather than striving to fulfill our calling with our own strength and effort, we simply need to surrender. Mi… Cindy Diaz 2927 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22146930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_byproductofunion/id/3982065.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22146930 love, God, flow, us, others, overflow, ministry, by-product, union, journey, destination, verb, noun, Jesus, Zacchaeus, Peter, John, Samaritan, woman, Sun, 25 Jun 2023 17:54:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Certain pieces of furniture are engineered to be put together in a specific way. You shouldn’t look at the picture and go from there; there are directions that must be followed. Some parts have to be assembled before others. If you just eyeball it, you’re going to miss something, and even if you can make it look right, it’s not going to hold up when you put weight on it. According to 1 John 4:19, God is the source of love, but if love starts with God, where does it go from there? Love originates in God, but it is designed to flow downstream in one particular direction. Some things have to come before others. If love out of order, it throws everything off in your spiritual life. It might look okay from the outside, but it won’t support the weight of life. Certain pieces of furniture are engineered to be put together in a specific way. You shouldn’t look at the picture and go from there; there are directions that must be followed. Some parts have to be assembled before others. If you just eyeball it, you’re going to miss something, and even if you can make it look right, it’s not going to hold up when you put weight on it. According to 1 John 4:19, God is the source of love, but if love starts with God, where does it go from there? Love originates in God, but it is designed to flow downstream in one particular direction. Some things have to come before others. If love out of order, it throws everything off in your spiritual life. It might look okay from the outside, but it won’t support the weight of life. Certain pieces of furniture are engineered to be put together in a specific way. You shouldn’t look at the picture and go from there; there are directions that must be followed. Some parts have to be assembled before others. If you just eyeball it, you… Pastor John Butler 2220 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22144648/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveofgodseriespart5theflowofl/id/3979826.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22144648 order, assemble, love, God, source, flow, direction, downstream, worthy, value, yourself, others, defined, refined, obedience, forgive, accepted, wort Sun, 18 Jun 2023 17:40:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler with Jeff Shackleford This week, Pastor John continues the "Love of God" series through a candid conversation with Jeff Shackleford. Together, they discuss Jeff's relationship with his father, how it impacted and influenced his relationship with the Lord and the lessons he has learned about God's love throughout his life. This week, Pastor John continues the "Love of God" series through a candid conversation with Jeff Shackleford. Together, they discuss Jeff's relationship with his father, how it impacted and influenced his relationship with the Lord and the lessons he has learned about God's love throughout his life. This week, Pastor John continues the "Love of God" series through a candid conversation with Jeff Shackleford. Together, they discuss Jeff's relationship with his father, how it impacted and influenced his relationship with the Lord and the lessons he … Pastor John Butler with Jeff Shackleford 2210 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22141926/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveofgodseriespart4atestimony/id/3977147.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22141926 father, idol, relationship, dad, God, others, produce, accomplish, kids, Jesus, loves, me, turned, changed, forgiveness, fatherhood, relentless, love, Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:22:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Matthew 9:36-38, Jesus tells His disciples to pray for God to send workers out into the harvest fields. He was enlisting people to pray for more laborers to share the gospel, and although most believers know that they’re supposed to work for the Lord, many of them feel unable or unworthy to do so. However, if we’ll surrender ourselves to God’s love in our lives and allow it to flow into those around us, we will be amazed at the results. As a matter of fact, that’s the whole premise of this week’s message, which is called The Power of Love. We’re going to see what love can do in the life of a believer. In Matthew 9:36-38, Jesus tells His disciples to pray for God to send workers out into the harvest fields. He was enlisting people to pray for more laborers to share the gospel, and although most believers know that they’re supposed to work for the Lord, many of them feel unable or unworthy to do so. However, if we’ll surrender ourselves to God’s love in our lives and allow it to flow into those around us, we will be amazed at the results. As a matter of fact, that’s the whole premise of this week’s message, which is called The Power of Love. We’re going to see what love can do in the life of a believer. In Matthew 9:36-38, Jesus tells His disciples to pray for God to send workers out into the harvest fields. He was enlisting people to pray for more laborers to share the gospel, and although most believers know that they’re supposed to work for the Lor… Pastor John Butler 2306 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22139261/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveofgodseriespart3thepowerof/id/3974528.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22139261 Jesus, prayer, laborers, harvest, work, God, Spirit, strength, power, love, follow, inside-out, grow, start, experience, convinced, feel, real, able Sun, 04 Jun 2023 22:32:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started the “Love of God” series with a look at the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Love is everywhere n the Bible, and it’s an important topic to study because 1 John 4:8 tells us that God is love. You cannot understand the Bible if you don’t understand God’s love. Inspired by this fact, we’re going to start sorting through some of the major themes about the love of God found in the Bible. This week’s message is The Foundation of Love, and together, we’re going to look at three “big picture” statements about love to us lay the foundation for understanding and implementing it in our lives. Last week, we started the “Love of God” series with a look at the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Love is everywhere n the Bible, and it’s an important topic to study because 1 John 4:8 tells us that God is love. You cannot understand the Bible if you don’t understand God’s love. Inspired by this fact, we’re going to start sorting through some of the major themes about the love of God found in the Bible. This week’s message is The Foundation of Love, and together, we’re going to look at three “big picture” statements about love to us lay the foundation for understanding and implementing it in our lives. Last week, we started the “Love of God” series with a look at the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Love is everywhere n the Bible, and it’s an important topic to study because 1 John 4:8 tells us that God is love. You cannot understand the Bible if you don’… Pastor John Butler 2474 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22136663/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveofgodseriespart2thefoundat/id/3972020.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22136663 love, God, Bible, everywhere, everything, eternal, fact, indisputable, immutable, unchanging, not, earned, for, about, Father, treat, reflection, char Sun, 28 May 2023 09:56:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In recognition of Pentecost Sunday, which is celebrated in many churches and denominations around the world, we’re talking about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. It’s something that both John the Baptist and Jesus promised, and Peter, John and Paul all referenced in their writings. It’s a biblical experience, but it’s also something that is desperately needed today. However, how we talk about and characterize the experience usually leads people to one of two ditches — one that sensationalizes it to the point of being unrecognizable from a biblical perspective and another that disregards it altogether. This week, we’re going to climb out of these ditches and explore the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a baptism of love. In recognition of Pentecost Sunday, which is celebrated in many churches and denominations around the world, we’re talking about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. It’s something that both John the Baptist and Jesus promised, and Peter, John and Paul all referenced in their writings. It’s a biblical experience, but it’s also something that is desperately needed today. However, how we talk about and characterize the experience usually leads people to one of two ditches — one that sensationalizes it to the point of being unrecognizable from a biblical perspective and another that disregards it altogether. This week, we’re going to climb out of these ditches and explore the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a baptism of love. In recognition of Pentecost Sunday, which is celebrated in many churches and denominations around the world, we’re talking about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. It’s something that both John the Baptist and Jesus promised, and Peter, John and Paul all … Pastor John Butler 2283 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22133922/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pentecostbaptismoflove/id/3969361.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22133922 Pentecost, Sunday, Holy Spirit, power, baptism, Jesus, ditch, love, God, agape, gifts, spiritual, work, sponge, immerse, identity, activity, saturated Sun, 21 May 2023 20:35:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The soul of a person is made up of his or her mind, will and emotions; it refers to how you think, feel and make decisions. That’s why Jesus said, “As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” Since the terms “heart” and “soul” are used interchangeably, Jesus was recognizing the fact that a person’s actions and attitudes are determined by their thoughts. This is similar to how the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services defines mental health. It includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being and affects how we think, feel and act. Mental health operates in the same domain as the soul. This week, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re exploring the connection between mental and spiritual health. The soul of a person is made up of his or her mind, will and emotions; it refers to how you think, feel and make decisions. That’s why Jesus said, “As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” Since the terms “heart” and “soul” are used interchangeably, Jesus was recognizing the fact that a person’s actions and attitudes are determined by their thoughts. This is similar to how the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services defines mental health. It includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being and affects how we think, feel and act. Mental health operates in the same domain as the soul. This week, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re exploring the connection between mental and spiritual health. The soul of a person is made up of his or her mind, will and emotions; it refers to how you think, feel and make decisions. That’s why Jesus said, “As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” Since the terms “heart” and “soul” are used interchangeably, Je… Pastor John Butler 2553 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22131202/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mentalhealth/id/3966666.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22131202 mental, health, soul, mind, will, emotions, Jesus, heart, think, feel, act, spiritual, connected, medication, healing, brain, illness, God, triggering Sun, 14 May 2023 12:32:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Mother’s Day encompasses so many different emotions, situations and relationships, and too often, we paint in broad strokes. We preach messages based on the faulty assumption that all mothers are the same or the myth that the perfect mother exists. This week, we’re going to take a closer look at four different mothers in the Bible and see if we can find encouragement, help and hope for the real moms. All four of the moms that we’re discussing have one thing in common: Egypt. Two of them are Egyptian, and the other two are Hebrew women living in Egypt. Mother’s Day encompasses so many different emotions, situations and relationships, and too often, we paint in broad strokes. We preach messages based on the faulty assumption that all mothers are the same or the myth that the perfect mother exists. This week, we’re going to take a closer look at four different mothers in the Bible and see if we can find encouragement, help and hope for the real moms. All four of the moms that we’re discussing have one thing in common: Egypt. Two of them are Egyptian, and the other two are Hebrew women living in Egypt. Mother’s Day encompasses so many different emotions, situations and relationships, and too often, we paint in broad strokes. We preach messages based on the faulty assumption that all mothers are the same or the myth that the perfect mother exists. Th… Pastor John Butler 2267 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22125729/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walklikeanegyptianmother/id/3963789.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22125729 Mother’s Day, mother, mom, perfect, Egypt, walk, Hagar, God, panic, pain, Jochebed, Moses, slavery, love, creativity, child, Pharaoh, daughter, Father Mon, 01 May 2023 02:43:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Over the past two weeks, we have been looking at the journey that Jesus took on the road to Emmaus following His resurrection. It seems that we don’t know what to do with ourselves after all the build-up of celebrating Easter, but through this series, we’ve learned to do exactly what the two men in Luke 24:13-33 did — take a walk with the risen Savior. When you walk with Jesus, you will discover some things along the way. You’ll learn that He is always there for you even if you can’t see or recognize Him, and you may also find out that He is an incredible friend. This week, we’re exploring another aspect of the journey to Emmaus. If you’re going to walk with the risen Savior, be ready to set an extra plate because Jesus wants to come over for dinner. Over the past two weeks, we have been looking at the journey that Jesus took on the road to Emmaus following His resurrection. It seems that we don’t know what to do with ourselves after all the build-up of celebrating Easter, but through this series, we’ve learned to do exactly what the two men in Luke 24:13-33 did — take a walk with the risen Savior. When you walk with Jesus, you will discover some things along the way. You’ll learn that He is always there for you even if you can’t see or recognize Him, and you may also find out that He is an incredible friend. This week, we’re exploring another aspect of the journey to Emmaus. If you’re going to walk with the risen Savior, be ready to set an extra plate because Jesus wants to come over for dinner. Over the past two weeks, we have been looking at the journey that Jesus took on the road to Emmaus following His resurrection. It seems that we don’t know what to do with ourselves after all the build-up of celebrating Easter, but through this series, … Pastor John Butler 2513 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22122711/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkingwiththerisensaviorpart3/id/3958334.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22122711 Easter, resurrection, Jesus, walk, risen, Savior, learn, discover, Emmaus, set, extra, plate, dinner, hungry, eat, heart, hot, lukewarm, kitchen, fire Sun, 23 Apr 2023 07:45:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Easter is over. We celebrated the resurrection a couple of weeks ago, but now, what do we do? We do exactly what two guys in Luke did on the day Jesus rose from the grave: take a walk with the risen Savior. Last week, we started a new series, looking at the experience these two men had with Jesus on the road to Emmaus and learning things that might help us on our own walk with Him. In the first part of this series, we discovered that — sometimes — Jesus is in disguise, and this week, we’re exploring what it means to be friends with Jesus. Easter is over. We celebrated the resurrection a couple of weeks ago, but now, what do we do? We do exactly what two guys in Luke did on the day Jesus rose from the grave: take a walk with the risen Savior. Last week, we started a new series, looking at the experience these two men had with Jesus on the road to Emmaus and learning things that might help us on our own walk with Him. In the first part of this series, we discovered that — sometimes — Jesus is in disguise, and this week, we’re exploring what it means to be friends with Jesus. Easter is over. We celebrated the resurrection a couple of weeks ago, but now, what do we do? We do exactly what two guys in Luke did on the day Jesus rose from the grave: take a walk with the risen Savior. Last week, we started a new series, looking … Pastor John Butler 2498 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22120023/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkingwiththerisensaviorpart2/id/3955702.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22120023 Easter, resurrection, walk, risen, Savior, Jesus, road, Emmaus, friend, there, them, care, love, relationship, work, listen, talk, confess, truth, Spi Sun, 16 Apr 2023 23:41:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Because we spend so much time and energy preparing to celebrate the resurrection, the week after Easter can sometimes feel like a bit of a letdown. It’s possible that the people in Jesus’s day felt the same way. There was a ray of hope following the crucifixion, but how were they supposed to live in this post-resurrection world? In the midst of the mental and emotional chaos surrounding the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, two of His followers take the short walk from Jerusalem to their home in Emmaus, and based on their experience along that road, we’re kicking off a new series today to explore some of the things we can expect to find and learn when we’re walking with the risen Savior. Because we spend so much time and energy preparing to celebrate the resurrection, the week after Easter can sometimes feel like a bit of a letdown. It’s possible that the people in Jesus’s day felt the same way. There was a ray of hope following the crucifixion, but how were they supposed to live in this post-resurrection world? In the midst of the mental and emotional chaos surrounding the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, two of His followers take the short walk from Jerusalem to their home in Emmaus, and based on their experience along that road, we’re kicking off a new series today to explore some of the things we can expect to find and learn when we’re walking with the risen Savior. Because we spend so much time and energy preparing to celebrate the resurrection, the week after Easter can sometimes feel like a bit of a letdown. It’s possible that the people in Jesus’s day felt the same way. There was a ray of hope following the cr… Pastor John Butler 2373 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22117079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkingwiththerisensaviorpart1/id/3952818.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22117079 Easter, resurrection, Jesus, followers, walking, risen, Savior, disguise, distraction, confused, sad, exhausted, see, sense, health, God, intention, t Mon, 10 Apr 2023 01:49:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler “The truth shall set you free” is one of the most well-known and oft-repeated sayings of Jesus. John’s gospel records it, and countless people have said it in a variety of contexts over the last 2,000 years. However, it’s important to ask: if the truth sets you free, what does a lie do for you? If the truth sets you free and someone chooses to lie to you, they are obviously trying to keep you bound. This is what happens in Matthew 28:11-15. Within the first 24 hours after Jesus’s death, people were already meeting to fabricate a story to cover up the truth. Why would they do that? Because the truth — especially the truth about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus — will set you free. This week, we are exploring what really happened on that first Easter in a message called “The Reality of Easter.” “The truth shall set you free” is one of the most well-known and oft-repeated sayings of Jesus. John’s gospel records it, and countless people have said it in a variety of contexts over the last 2,000 years. However, it’s important to ask: if the truth sets you free, what does a lie do for you? If the truth sets you free and someone chooses to lie to you, they are obviously trying to keep you bound. This is what happens in Matthew 28:11-15. Within the first 24 hours after Jesus’s death, people were already meeting to fabricate a story to cover up the truth. Why would they do that? Because the truth — especially the truth about the life, death and resurrection of Jesus — will set you free. This week, we are exploring what really happened on that first Easter in a message called “The Reality of Easter.” “The truth shall set you free” is one of the most well-known and oft-repeated sayings of Jesus. John’s gospel records it, and countless people have said it in a variety of contexts over the last 2,000 years. However, it’s important to ask: if the truth… Pastor John Butler 2214 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22114169/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_therealityofeaster/id/3949948.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22114169 truth, free, lie, reality, Easter, firsthand, disciples, Jesus, really, loves, died, lives, God, power, sin, life, resurrection, surrender Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:13:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams Many of us would agree that the world needs saving, and it seems like everyone is looking for a hero. As babies, we cry for others to come feed, clean and hold us, and as children, we cry in the dark for parents to chase away the monsters of our imagination. Even as adults, we view elected officials or celebrities as heroes. Although 2,000 years separate us from the events of Matthew 21, we’re really no different from the people who lined the road to Jerusalem on that first Palm Sunday. They were holding out for a hero, too. This week, Pastor Robby Williams helps us explore the ways in which Jesus — more than any comic book character, athlete, movie star or politician — is our true hero. Many of us would agree that the world needs saving, and it seems like everyone is looking for a hero. As babies, we cry for others to come feed, clean and hold us, and as children, we cry in the dark for parents to chase away the monsters of our imagination. Even as adults, we view elected officials or celebrities as heroes. Although 2,000 years separate us from the events of Matthew 21, we’re really no different from the people who lined the road to Jerusalem on that first Palm Sunday. They were holding out for a hero, too. This week, Pastor Robby Williams helps us explore the ways in which Jesus — more than any comic book character, athlete, movie star or politician — is our true hero. Many of us would agree that the world needs saving, and it seems like everyone is looking for a hero. As babies, we cry for others to come feed, clean and hold us, and as children, we cry in the dark for parents to chase away the monsters of our imagin… Pastor Robby Williams 3241 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22111365/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hero/id/3947204.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22111365 palm, Sunday, celebrate, Jesus, save, Batman, hero, Jerusalem, entry, Lord, good, love, thank, Bible, Rome, donkey, praise, healing, deliver, free, he Sun, 26 Mar 2023 15:24:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Despite the word “revival” being one of the most over-used and misunderstood words in the American church, no one can argue that what is described in Acts 2 was a revival. Even so, it leads to a lot of questions. How does a revival happen? Where does it come from? Is there a formula or pattern? If revival is like a volcano, the explosion and outpouring of something simmering just below the surface, how do we get there today? This week, we are going to look at a variety of passages in the book of Acts to see some things that we can do to help raise the spiritual lava level — first within us and then around us. Despite the word “revival” being one of the most over-used and misunderstood words in the American church, no one can argue that what is described in Acts 2 was a revival. Even so, it leads to a lot of questions. How does a revival happen? Where does it come from? Is there a formula or pattern? If revival is like a volcano, the explosion and outpouring of something simmering just below the surface, how do we get there today? This week, we are going to look at a variety of passages in the book of Acts to see some things that we can do to help raise the spiritual lava level — first within us and then around us. Despite the word “revival” being one of the most over-used and misunderstood words in the American church, no one can argue that what is described in Acts 2 was a revival. Even so, it leads to a lot of questions. How does a revival happen? Where does i… Pastor John Butler 2847 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22107689/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_revivalrising/id/3943597.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22107689 revival, Pentecost, Jesus, Peter, volcano, explosion, erupt, rising, wake, up, jolt, pray, stand, church, God, fire, Spirit, fill, step, waiting, answ Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:24:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Following Jesus often requires twists and turns that we don’t see coming, and sometimes, we come face-to-face with circumstances, events or people from our past that we thought we’d never have to deal with again. God often circles us back to those things in order to accomplish something for our good, His glory or the advancement of His Kingdom. What do you do if you find yourself circling back to something you thought was behind you? What would be the point? This week, we’re taking a look at three times people circled back to something in the Bible to see if we can learn why God may have led them to do it — and how we can apply those lessons to our own lives. Following Jesus often requires twists and turns that we don’t see coming, and sometimes, we come face-to-face with circumstances, events or people from our past that we thought we’d never have to deal with again. God often circles us back to those things in order to accomplish something for our good, His glory or the advancement of His Kingdom. What do you do if you find yourself circling back to something you thought was behind you? What would be the point? This week, we’re taking a look at three times people circled back to something in the Bible to see if we can learn why God may have led them to do it — and how we can apply those lessons to our own lives. Following Jesus often requires twists and turns that we don’t see coming, and sometimes, we come face-to-face with circumstances, events or people from our past that we thought we’d never have to deal with again. God often circles us back to those thin… Pastor John Butler 2364 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22104436/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_circles/id/3940404.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22104436 Jesus, follow, past, circles, accomplish, God, mission, mercy, mistreat, prejudice, injustice, love, trust, boundaries, peace, painful, pieces, whole, Sun, 12 Mar 2023 19:31:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler There have been a lot of fantastic advertising campaigns throughout the decades, and one of most effective campaigns was launched only 20 years to advertise a popular western U.S. city. People who have never been to Las Vegas say some variation of the line, “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas,” all the time because there is a notion that some things in life that should stay compartmentalized. Unfortunately, that mindset has invaded the American church. Too many people want to come to church for one reason or another but are determined to keep what happens at church from impacting the rest of their lives. However, if what we learn, feel, experience and find at church doesn’t make it out the doors of the church, we’ve missed the point. This week, we’re going to explore this topic and talk about the vison of the church in a message called “This Ain’t Vegas.” There have been a lot of fantastic advertising campaigns throughout the decades, and one of most effective campaigns was launched only 20 years to advertise a popular western U.S. city. People who have never been to Las Vegas say some variation of the line, “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas,” all the time because there is a notion that some things in life that should stay compartmentalized. Unfortunately, that mindset has invaded the American church. Too many people want to come to church for one reason or another but are determined to keep what happens at church from impacting the rest of their lives. However, if what we learn, feel, experience and find at church doesn’t make it out the doors of the church, we’ve missed the point. This week, we’re going to explore this topic and talk about the vison of the church in a message called “This Ain’t Vegas.” There have been a lot of fantastic advertising campaigns throughout the decades, and one of most effective campaigns was launched only 20 years to advertise a popular western U.S. city. People who have never been to Las Vegas say some variation of the … Pastor John Butler 2875 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22101417/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thisaintvegas/id/3937452.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22101417 campaign, Vegas, compartment, secret, church, vision, ain’t, disciples, real, relational, reaching, God, mission, Jesus, leader, safe, relationship, p Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:05:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, Pastor John continues the annual State of the Church message, casting vision for the future of our campus, highlighting how these investments connect to the Jericho Project and sharing the importance of devoting ourselves to discipleship. This week, Pastor John continues the annual State of the Church message, casting vision for the future of our campus, highlighting how these investments connect to the Jericho Project and sharing the importance of devoting ourselves to discipleship. This week, Pastor John continues the annual State of the Church message, casting vision for the future of our campus, highlighting how these investments connect to the Jericho Project and sharing the importance of devoting ourselves to discipleship.… Pastor John Butler 2668 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22098654/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch2023part2/id/3934762.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22098654 state, church, campus, growth, building, mission, vision, go, make, disciple, future, human, sex, trafficking, Jericho, Project, devotion, devote, dev Sun, 26 Feb 2023 21:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Pastor John delivers the annual State of the Church message, providing an update on our latest attendance and financial numbers, commitment to the fight against sex trafficking, mission, vision and plans for the future. Pastor John delivers the annual State of the Church message, providing an update on our latest attendance and financial numbers, commitment to the fight against sex trafficking, mission, vision and plans for the future. Pastor John delivers the annual State of the Church message, providing an update on our latest attendance and financial numbers, commitment to the fight against sex trafficking, mission, vision and plans for the future.… Pastor John Butler 2831 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22095504/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch2023/id/3931683.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22095504 state, church, attendance, finance, tithe, ministry, missions, giving, mission, vision, human, sex, trafficking, grow, real, relational, reaching, go, Sun, 19 Feb 2023 08:47:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler What comes out of our mouths is important — more important than we often realize. James 3:1-2 and Proverbs 18:21 talk about the need to control our tongues, and there are two scriptural truths that support this fact: we can't pray in faith and speak worry, and we can't live in victory and speak defeat. This week, we're going to dive deep into this topic and explore these truths with a message called "Watch Your Words." What comes out of our mouths is important — more important than we often realize. James 3:1-2 and Proverbs 18:21 talk about the need to control our tongues, and there are two scriptural truths that support this fact: we can't pray in faith and speak worry, and we can't live in victory and speak defeat. This week, we're going to dive deep into this topic and explore these truths with a message called "Watch Your Words." What comes out of our mouths is important — more important than we often realize. James 3:1-2 and Proverbs 18:21 talk about the need to control our tongues, and there are two scriptural truths that support this fact: we can't pray in faith and speak wo… Pastor John Butler 2369 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22093394/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_watchyourwords/id/3929599.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22093394 watch, words, pray, faith, speak, worry, against, Word, God, control, tongue, mouth, mind, busy, heart, overwhelmed, responsibility, live, victory Sun, 12 Feb 2023 22:49:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Hebrews 11:1 describes faith as both “confidence” and “assurance,” and the rest of the chapter celebrates a variety of prophets, teachers, leaders and believers for their courageous acts of faith. It’s easy for the amazing things they accomplished to seem like relics of the past because we don’t often see the same boldness today. This week, Jordan Weathers is going to help us explore the steps that we can take to have a courageous and confident faith in a special, football-themed message called Super Bold. Hebrews 11:1 describes faith as both “confidence” and “assurance,” and the rest of the chapter celebrates a variety of prophets, teachers, leaders and believers for their courageous acts of faith. It’s easy for the amazing things they accomplished to seem like relics of the past because we don’t often see the same boldness today. This week, Jordan Weathers is going to help us explore the steps that we can take to have a courageous and confident faith in a special, football-themed message called Super Bold. Hebrews 11:1 describes faith as both “confidence” and “assurance,” and the rest of the chapter celebrates a variety of prophets, teachers, leaders and believers for their courageous acts of faith. It’s easy for the amazing things they accomplished to s… Jordan Weathers 2945 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22089273/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_superbold/id/3925621.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22089273 faith, confidence, assurance, Hebrews, super, bold, football, courage, confidence, go, do, be, God, prayer, position, condition, participation, Jesus, Sun, 05 Feb 2023 23:12:00 +0000 Pastor Jay Mann The Bible contains many verses about integrity and character, and while most people would agree on the importance of these qualities, we might not fully understand them. This week, Pastor Jay Mann from Lifegate Church is helping us determine what character is — and what it’s not — to ensure that we can respond appropriately to different situations and live a life that is pleasing to God. The Bible contains many verses about integrity and character, and while most people would agree on the importance of these qualities, we might not fully understand them. This week, Pastor Jay Mann from Lifegate Church is helping us determine what character is — and what it’s not — to ensure that we can respond appropriately to different situations and live a life that is pleasing to God. The Bible contains many verses about integrity and character, and while most people would agree on the importance of these qualities, we might not fully understand them. This week, Pastor Jay Mann from Lifegate Church is helping us determine what chara… Pastor Jay Mann 2214 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22086378/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_charactermatters/id/3922792.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22086378 character, matters, not, age, appearance, achievement, academics, reputation, outward, attitude, under, pressure, Joseph, caricature, God, positive, s Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:24:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Over the past two weeks, we’ve been exploring the areas of life in which balance doesn’t work. In areas like faith and prayer, an absolute choice is required, and we need to be unashamedly and whole-heartedly unbalanced. This week, we’re wrapping up this three-part series with a message called Unbalanced Words. The Bible has a lot to say about our words and the fact that what we say is important. Words affect our faith, our prayer lives and our salvation, and the words we speak need to be unbalanced words. We need to be all the way committed to making the things that com out of our mouths completely unbalanced toward the things of God. Over the past two weeks, we’ve been exploring the areas of life in which balance doesn’t work. In areas like faith and prayer, an absolute choice is required, and we need to be unashamedly and whole-heartedly unbalanced. This week, we’re wrapping up this three-part series with a message called Unbalanced Words. The Bible has a lot to say about our words and the fact that what we say is important. Words affect our faith, our prayer lives and our salvation, and the words we speak need to be unbalanced words. We need to be all the way committed to making the things that com out of our mouths completely unbalanced toward the things of God. Over the past two weeks, we’ve been exploring the areas of life in which balance doesn’t work. In areas like faith and prayer, an absolute choice is required, and we need to be unashamedly and whole-heartedly unbalanced. This week, we’re wrapping up th… Pastor John Butler 2313 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22083434/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_unbalancedseriespart3unbalance/id/3919928.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22083434 unbalanced, faith, prayer, words, Bible, talk, Jesus, committed, mouth, open, soul, speak, heart, salvation, confess Sun, 22 Jan 2023 22:16:00 +0000 Pastor Jay Mann This week, we’re continuing our “Unbalanced” series, exploring the areas in our lives in which we need to be all the win with no compromise and no diluting. Pastor Jay Mann from Lifegate Church talks about the need for unbalanced prayer. By looking at Nehemiah’s prayer in Nehemiah 1:5-11, we will learn four lessons about effective prayer and unpack five conditions of answered prayers throughout the Bible — helping us truly enjoy our prayer time and have better conversations with God. This week, we’re continuing our “Unbalanced” series, exploring the areas in our lives in which we need to be all the win with no compromise and no diluting. Pastor Jay Mann from Lifegate Church talks about the need for unbalanced prayer. By looking at Nehemiah’s prayer in Nehemiah 1:5-11, we will learn four lessons about effective prayer and unpack five conditions of answered prayers throughout the Bible — helping us truly enjoy our prayer time and have better conversations with God. This week, we’re continuing our “Unbalanced” series, exploring the areas in our lives in which we need to be all the win with no compromise and no diluting. Pastor Jay Mann from Lifegate Church talks about the need for unbalanced prayer. By looking at… Pastor Jay Mann 1927 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22080405/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_unbalancedseriespart2unbalance/id/3917012.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22080405 unbalanced, prayer, balance, conversations, God, ceasing, enjoy, Nehemiah, lessons, character, problems, weakness, promise, specific, forgive, share Sun, 15 Jan 2023 23:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The modern world has a Goldilocks complex. Just like the little girl in the story, we want everything just right. Not too much of this or too much of that. Our culture seems obsessed with finding the perfect balance. While there is wisdom in the concept of balance, there are some things in which you don’t want to find balance. Being called balanced is generally a compliment, but there are some areas in which we need to be boldly and unapologetically unbalanced. This week, we’re kicking off a brand new series to further explore this concept. The modern world has a Goldilocks complex. Just like the little girl in the story, we want everything just right. Not too much of this or too much of that. Our culture seems obsessed with finding the perfect balance. While there is wisdom in the concept of balance, there are some things in which you don’t want to find balance. Being called balanced is generally a compliment, but there are some areas in which we need to be boldly and unapologetically unbalanced. This week, we’re kicking off a brand new series to further explore this concept. The modern world has a Goldilocks complex. Just like the little girl in the story, we want everything just right. Not too much of this or too much of that. Our culture seems obsessed with finding the perfect balance. While there is wisdom in the conce… Pastor John Butler 2255 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22077587/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_unbalancedseriespart1unbalance/id/3914260.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22077587 perfect, balance, unbalanced, faith, diluted, compromised, committed, solution, deliverance, healing, Heaven, fight, Jesus, living, truth, believe, gr Sun, 08 Jan 2023 07:34:00 +0000 Pastor Jay Mann Join us as Pastor Jay Mann from LifeGate Church shares a message about face-to-face encounters, including the importance of encountering God rather than simply studying Him, the role God takes when someone encounters Him, what happens to those who have an encounter and how we can have our own! Join us as Pastor Jay Mann from LifeGate Church shares a message about face-to-face encounters, including the importance of encountering God rather than simply studying Him, the role God takes when someone encounters Him, what happens to those who have an encounter and how we can have our own! Join us as Pastor Jay Mann from LifeGate Church shares a message about face-to-face encounters, including the importance of encountering God rather than simply studying Him, the role God takes when someone encounters Him, what happens to those who have… Pastor Jay Mann 1772 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22074728/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_encountersfacetoface/id/3911474.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22074728 encounters, face, experience, studied, change, life, power, words, explanation, presence, practice, Jacob, God, strength, identity, joy, understand Mon, 02 Jan 2023 01:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Everybody wants to start the new year off right. We share resolutions, diets, work out regimens, money-saving tips, time-saving ideas, life hacks and all sorts of things, and we want to feel like we have a better plan to meet the challenges that may have whooped our tails last year. Jesus said something in Mark 2:23-28 that we need to slow down and understand because it’s the key to becoming whatever it is that God wants us to become and do whatever it is that He wants us to do. This week, we're going to explore the Sabbath and look at three principles we can apply to our lives. Everybody wants to start the new year off right. We share resolutions, diets, work out regimens, money-saving tips, time-saving ideas, life hacks and all sorts of things, and we want to feel like we have a better plan to meet the challenges that may have whooped our tails last year. Jesus said something in Mark 2:23-28 that we need to slow down and understand because it’s the key to becoming whatever it is that God wants us to become and do whatever it is that He wants us to do. This week, we're going to explore the Sabbath and look at three principles we can apply to our lives. Everybody wants to start the new year off right. We share resolutions, diets, work out regimens, money-saving tips, time-saving ideas, life hacks and all sorts of things, and we want to feel like we have a better plan to meet the challenges that may ha… Pastor John Butler 1994 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22071801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesabbathprinciples/id/3908614.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22071801 sabbath, principles, God, Jesus, rest, activity, peace, slow, renewal, fruit, root, actions, attitudes, release, free, bind, hold, power, better Mon, 26 Dec 2022 00:46:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The Christmas account in the Bible is really an account of what happened in the lives of the people who heard about the birth of Jesus. It's unlikely that any of them fully grasped what Jesus was going to do during His time on this planet, but all of them heard enough of the facts to know that something was special about this baby. This week, as we celebrate Christmas together, we're taking a look at three people or groups of people mentioned in Matthew 2 and Luke 2 to talk about the "Facts and Fallout of Christmas." The Christmas account in the Bible is really an account of what happened in the lives of the people who heard about the birth of Jesus. It's unlikely that any of them fully grasped what Jesus was going to do during His time on this planet, but all of them heard enough of the facts to know that something was special about this baby. This week, as we celebrate Christmas together, we're taking a look at three people or groups of people mentioned in Matthew 2 and Luke 2 to talk about the "Facts and Fallout of Christmas." The Christmas account in the Bible is really an account of what happened in the lives of the people who heard about the birth of Jesus. It's unlikely that any of them fully grasped what Jesus was going to do during His time on this planet, but all of t… Pastor John Butler 1292 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22069278/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_factsandfalloutofchristmas/id/3906158.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22069278 facts, fallout, Christmas, account, Jesus, birth, people, fear, heart, king, gifts, worship, Christ, Herod, wise men, formality, shepherds, faith Sun, 18 Dec 2022 14:25:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler After the wise men returned to their land without reporting Jesus’s whereabouts, King Herod went on a rampage, but before he gave the order to kill all babies in Bethlehem under the age of two, God warned Joseph in a dream to escape with his family to Egypt. They stayed until Herod died, and when the Lord told Joseph that it was safe to go back to Israel, he chose to go to back to his hometown of Nazareth. This leads to a couple of interesting ways to identify Christ. It says in Matthew 2:13-15 that their move to Egypt fulfilled the prophecy that said, “Out of Egypt have I called my Son.” The Messiah would not be Egyptian, but He would be called out of Egypt. Then, when they moved to Nazareth, Jesus acquired His most frequently used title or identity: Jesus of Nazareth or Jesus the Nazarene. After the wise men returned to their land without reporting Jesus’s whereabouts, King Herod went on a rampage, but before he gave the order to kill all babies in Bethlehem under the age of two, God warned Joseph in a dream to escape with his family to Egypt. They stayed until Herod died, and when the Lord told Joseph that it was safe to go back to Israel, he chose to go to back to his hometown of Nazareth. This leads to a couple of interesting ways to identify Christ. It says in Matthew 2:13-15 that their move to Egypt fulfilled the prophecy that said, “Out of Egypt have I called my Son.” The Messiah would not be Egyptian, but He would be called out of Egypt. Then, when they moved to Nazareth, Jesus acquired His most frequently used title or identity: Jesus of Nazareth or Jesus the Nazarene. After the wise men returned to their land without reporting Jesus’s whereabouts, King Herod went on a rampage, but before he gave the order to kill all babies in Bethlehem under the age of two, God warned Joseph in a dream to escape with his family to … Pastor John Butler 1659 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22066805/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_outofegyptintonazareth/id/3903761.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22066805 Christmas, Jesus, Egypt, Nazareth, Nathaniel, Galilee, title, identifier, judged, underestimated, unworthy, prejudice, compliment, welcome, accept, si Sun, 11 Dec 2022 22:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In his famous tragedy, Shakespeare wondered through the voice of Juliet, “What’s in a name?” Depending on the situation, sometimes there’s a whole lot in a name! As Christmas approaches each year, different things stand out in the Bible’s account of the Jesus’s birth, and this year, what stood out most was the names He was or was to be called. Some of these names were specified and commanded by angels who visited Zechariah and Joseph; some were prophesied hundreds of years before His birth. There seems to be a lot of importance placed on the names and titles of Jesus, so this week, we’re going to look at four names outlined in Isaiah 9:6-7 to learn more! In his famous tragedy, Shakespeare wondered through the voice of Juliet, “What’s in a name?” Depending on the situation, sometimes there’s a whole lot in a name! As Christmas approaches each year, different things stand out in the Bible’s account of the Jesus’s birth, and this year, what stood out most was the names He was or was to be called. Some of these names were specified and commanded by angels who visited Zechariah and Joseph; some were prophesied hundreds of years before His birth. There seems to be a lot of importance placed on the names and titles of Jesus, so this week, we’re going to look at four names outlined in Isaiah 9:6-7 to learn more! In his famous tragedy, Shakespeare wondered through the voice of Juliet, “What’s in a name?” Depending on the situation, sometimes there’s a whole lot in a name! As Christmas approaches each year, different things stand out in the Bible’s account of th… Pastor John Butler 2503 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22064109/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatsinaname/id/3901130.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22064109 name, Christmas, Bible, Jesus, wonderful, counselor, miraculous, advisor, Messiah, king, mighty, God, power, divinity, everlasting, Father, timeless Sun, 04 Dec 2022 12:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Luke 8:18, Jesus says, “Pay attention to how you hear.” This seems like a warning or an imperative for followers of Christ. Pay attention to — or be careful — how you hear His teaching, which is the Word of God. Most people don’t think much about it; you just hear it how you hear it. Jesus was serious, though, because not hearing correctly comes with consequences. He said that those who listen will be given more understanding, wisdom and insight from the Word, but those who don’t pay attention or listen correctly will lose the understanding they do have. He didn’t say they would lose the knowledge; He said they would lose the wisdom and insight meant to accompany it. There is a difference between knowing something and understanding it, between learning and applying. This week, we’re taking time to slow down and think about how we’re hearing the Word of God. In Luke 8:18, Jesus says, “Pay attention to how you hear.” This seems like a warning or an imperative for followers of Christ. Pay attention to — or be careful — how you hear His teaching, which is the Word of God. Most people don’t think much about it; you just hear it how you hear it. Jesus was serious, though, because not hearing correctly comes with consequences. He said that those who listen will be given more understanding, wisdom and insight from the Word, but those who don’t pay attention or listen correctly will lose the understanding they do have. He didn’t say they would lose the knowledge; He said they would lose the wisdom and insight meant to accompany it. There is a difference between knowing something and understanding it, between learning and applying. This week, we’re taking time to slow down and think about how we’re hearing the Word of God. In Luke 8:18, Jesus says, “Pay attention to how you hear.” This seems like a warning or an imperative for followers of Christ. Pay attention to — or be careful — how you hear His teaching, which is the Word of God. Most people don’t think much about it… Pastor John Butler 2407 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22061359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howareyouhearing/id/3898451.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22061359 hear, listen, Jesus, teach, Word, God, attention, understand, know, learn, apply, live, hard, heart, shallow, immature, good, honest, cling, right, ho Sun, 27 Nov 2022 23:09:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler One of the clearest themes throughout the Bible is freedom. God wants to set people free, and Jesus came to make that happen — to set us free from disease, spiritual blindness and the pain of tragedy and trauma. Even in the Old Testament, God was constantly bringing freedom to His people and declaring freedom over situations in which people were hopelessly bound. This week, we’re going to continue the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests series, and we are going to look at two people who needed freedom from the chains of their past that locked them into a life that they were no longer satisfied to live. Our message is called “Jabez and Jacob: Breaking Free.” If you are being held back by anything in your past, today is the day that you can break free! One of the clearest themes throughout the Bible is freedom. God wants to set people free, and Jesus came to make that happen — to set us free from disease, spiritual blindness and the pain of tragedy and trauma. Even in the Old Testament, God was constantly bringing freedom to His people and declaring freedom over situations in which people were hopelessly bound. This week, we’re going to continue the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests series, and we are going to look at two people who needed freedom from the chains of their past that locked them into a life that they were no longer satisfied to live. Our message is called “Jabez and Jacob: Breaking Free.” If you are being held back by anything in your past, today is the day that you can break free! One of the clearest themes throughout the Bible is freedom. God wants to set people free, and Jesus came to make that happen — to set us free from disease, spiritual blindness and the pain of tragedy and trauma. Even in the Old Testament, God was const… Pastor John Butler 2344 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22058380/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3895517.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22058380 patriarchs, prophets, priests, freedom, free, Jesus, past, prayer, blessing, destined, guilt, shame, lies, false, God, surrender, change Sun, 20 Nov 2022 09:31:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re continuing the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests series with a special focus on Thanksgiving. Genesis 14:17-24 is interesting. Abraham is the patriarch — or father — of the Jewish faith and a prophet, and Melchizedek is a priest. This means that all three roles in our series about patriarchs, prophets and priests are present in this one passage of scripture. If you ever wondered what it would be like for all three roles to get together, this is it. It’s like what should happen when any two believers get together. There’s no jockeying for position as the greatest or most powerful, and instead of boasting about titles or accomplishments, it’s just a lot of humility, praise for God, remembering the sacrifice of Christ and gratitude for His many blessings. This week, we’re continuing the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests series with a special focus on Thanksgiving. Genesis 14:17-24 is interesting. Abraham is the patriarch — or father — of the Jewish faith and a prophet, and Melchizedek is a priest. This means that all three roles in our series about patriarchs, prophets and priests are present in this one passage of scripture. If you ever wondered what it would be like for all three roles to get together, this is it. It’s like what should happen when any two believers get together. There’s no jockeying for position as the greatest or most powerful, and instead of boasting about titles or accomplishments, it’s just a lot of humility, praise for God, remembering the sacrifice of Christ and gratitude for His many blessings. This week, we’re continuing the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests series with a special focus on Thanksgiving. Genesis 14:17-24 is interesting. Abraham is the patriarch — or father — of the Jewish faith and a prophet, and Melchizedek is a priest. This m… Pastor John Butler 2020 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22055853/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3893021.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22055853 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Thanksgiving, Abraham, Melchizedek, humility, king, friendship, covenant, gratitude, focus, outlet, attitude, thanks, p Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:09:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we continue the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests Series, we’re going to continue to look at Aaron. We found out last time that Aaron was the brother of Moses and was right by his side as Moses negotiated the release of the Hebrews from Egyptian slavery. Through the first message, we learned that all Christians are priests to the extent that we can go straight to God without the need for a mediator and that each of us has work that God prepared for us to do. This week, we’re exploring one more thing that is equally important. We all carry the call, but it is not the same call. In this passage, there is Aaron, the high priest, his sons who are priests and another group of people. This third group of people is the tribe of Levi, and Numbers 18:6 says that they are called to be Aaron’s special assistants and that they’re a gift to him. They weren't less capable or less gifted; their call was just different. Plus, if it weren’t for the Levites, there’s no way Aaron and his sons could have fulfilled their call. As we continue the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests Series, we’re going to continue to look at Aaron. We found out last time that Aaron was the brother of Moses and was right by his side as Moses negotiated the release of the Hebrews from Egyptian slavery. Through the first message, we learned that all Christians are priests to the extent that we can go straight to God without the need for a mediator and that each of us has work that God prepared for us to do. This week, we’re exploring one more thing that is equally important. We all carry the call, but it is not the same call. In this passage, there is Aaron, the high priest, his sons who are priests and another group of people. This third group of people is the tribe of Levi, and Numbers 18:6 says that they are called to be Aaron’s special assistants and that they’re a gift to him. They weren't less capable or less gifted; their call was just different. Plus, if it weren’t for the Levites, there’s no way Aaron and his sons could have fulfilled their call. As we continue the Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests Series, we’re going to continue to look at Aaron. We found out last time that Aaron was the brother of Moses and was right by his side as Moses negotiated the release of the Hebrews from Egyptian slav… Pastor John Butler 2814 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22053356/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3890578.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22053356 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Aaron, Moses, call, gift, Levi, parachute, pack, kingdom, God, background, lack, serve, spiritual, leaders, Holy Spirit Mon, 07 Nov 2022 03:29:00 +0000 Jay Webb This week, Jay Webb from West Metro FCA uses the account of Naaman washing seven times in the Jordan River (2 Kings 5) to illustrate the fact that each of us has something holding us back or hindering our walk with God. As Jay puts it, everyone has a spot. In addition to the sins and shortcomings that may impede our spiritual growth, we likely have certain expectations about how our lives ought to go, and when things don’t go as planned, it can be easy to get mad and resist God. Instead of running away from the Lord, we should run toward Him, so He can cleanse our spots and renew our strength. This week, Jay Webb from West Metro FCA uses the account of Naaman washing seven times in the Jordan River (2 Kings 5) to illustrate the fact that each of us has something holding us back or hindering our walk with God. As Jay puts it, everyone has a spot. In addition to the sins and shortcomings that may impede our spiritual growth, we likely have certain expectations about how our lives ought to go, and when things don’t go as planned, it can be easy to get mad and resist God. Instead of running away from the Lord, we should run toward Him, so He can cleanse our spots and renew our strength. This week, Jay Webb from West Metro FCA uses the account of Naaman washing seven times in the Jordan River (2 Kings 5) to illustrate the fact that each of us has something holding us back or hindering our walk with God. As Jay puts it, everyone has a s… Jay Webb 2403 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049950/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_weveallgotaspot/id/3887256.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049950 everyone, spot, sin, addiction, expectation, Naaman, servant, wash, clean, restore, hope, wealth, strength, fight, hope, miracle, look, thank, God, op Mon, 31 Oct 2022 02:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” in which we are looking at the lives and experiences of Old Testament heroes of the faith, we're now turning our attention to Aaron. Before cell phones, you often did not know who was calling your phone or who they were trying to reach, but when it comes to spiritual matters, you don’t have to wonder who’s calling or who the call is for. God is calling, and it’s for you. As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” in which we are looking at the lives and experiences of Old Testament heroes of the faith, we're now turning our attention to Aaron. Before cell phones, you often did not know who was calling your phone or who they were trying to reach, but when it comes to spiritual matters, you don’t have to wonder who’s calling or who the call is for. God is calling, and it’s for you. As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” in which we are looking at the lives and experiences of Old Testament heroes of the faith, we're now turning our attention to Aaron. Before cell phones, you often did not know who wa… Pastor John Butler 2792 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestsse/id/3887255.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049949 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Old Testament, heroes, faith, Aaron, personal, call, obedience, Israel, promise, responsibility, capable, time, behind, Mon, 24 Oct 2022 02:05:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are continuing our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” a series in which we are looking at the lives of the men and women of the Old Testament and finding the parallels for our lives. It’s like looking at character sketches of the framers and founders of our faith. You can’t talk about patriarchs without talking about Abraham, and today is our third and final message about him. When you see Abraham mentioned throughout the Bible, it is almost without fail that the word “faith” is also going to be in that verse. Abraham’s faith characterized his life, so we’ve called these messages “Living by Faith.” Over the past two weeks, we’ve talked about many other things that we’ve observed in Abraham’s life, and this week, we’re going to talk about three final ingredients to living a life of faith. We are continuing our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” a series in which we are looking at the lives of the men and women of the Old Testament and finding the parallels for our lives. It’s like looking at character sketches of the framers and founders of our faith. You can’t talk about patriarchs without talking about Abraham, and today is our third and final message about him. When you see Abraham mentioned throughout the Bible, it is almost without fail that the word “faith” is also going to be in that verse. Abraham’s faith characterized his life, so we’ve called these messages “Living by Faith.” Over the past two weeks, we’ve talked about many other things that we’ve observed in Abraham’s life, and this week, we’re going to talk about three final ingredients to living a life of faith. We are continuing our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” a series in which we are looking at the lives of the men and women of the Old Testament and finding the parallels for our lives. It’s like looking at character sketches of the fram… Pastor John Butler 2389 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049948/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestsse/id/3887254.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049948 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Old Testament, Abraham, living, faith, follow, who, before, what, God, person, Bible, Word, passionate, people, help, r Mon, 17 Oct 2022 02:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler For a couple of months now, we have been in a series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests.” In this series, we’re looking at the men and women of the Old Testament to see the lessons we can take from their lives that will help us as we live our lives and follow Jesus. Last week, we started talking about Abraham, the ultimate patriarch of the Jewish people. Almost every time Abraham is mentioned in the Bible, the word that is associated with him is faith, and in Hebrews 11, what we call the Hall of Fame of faith, he is certainly the star of the show. Over and over, it says, “By faith, Abraham did this or that.” Although he was not a perfect man, he was a great man of faith, so today, we’re continuing last week’s message with Part 2 of “Abraham: Living by Faith.” For a couple of months now, we have been in a series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests.” In this series, we’re looking at the men and women of the Old Testament to see the lessons we can take from their lives that will help us as we live our lives and follow Jesus. Last week, we started talking about Abraham, the ultimate patriarch of the Jewish people. Almost every time Abraham is mentioned in the Bible, the word that is associated with him is faith, and in Hebrews 11, what we call the Hall of Fame of faith, he is certainly the star of the show. Over and over, it says, “By faith, Abraham did this or that.” Although he was not a perfect man, he was a great man of faith, so today, we’re continuing last week’s message with Part 2 of “Abraham: Living by Faith.” For a couple of months now, we have been in a series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests.” In this series, we’re looking at the men and women of the Old Testament to see the lessons we can take from their lives that will help us as we live our liv… Pastor John Butler 2392 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049947/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestsse/id/3887253.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22049947 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Abraham, faith, Bible, prioritize, peace, conflict, put, others, first, gentle, humble, relationship, commune, consiste Sun, 09 Oct 2022 20:03:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are continuing the series called Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests and today, we are focusing on the person who best fits the profile. The book of Genesis declares that he was a prophet, but he is also the best candidate for patriarch. Abraham is considered the patriarch of the Jews; he is the beginning of the family tree for the Jewish people. Abraham heard the voice of the Lord speaking to him and got two verbs: leave and go. Leave family, nation and security — and go. Go where? Just leave and go, and I’ll show you the rest. There seemed to be an easy response: I’m not going, at least not until I get more information. Except for one thing: faith. Abraham was a man of faith, and the funny thing about faith in God is that, even when it’s all you’ve got, it’s also all you need. We are continuing the series called Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests and today, we are focusing on the person who best fits the profile. The book of Genesis declares that he was a prophet, but he is also the best candidate for patriarch. Abraham is considered the patriarch of the Jews; he is the beginning of the family tree for the Jewish people. Abraham heard the voice of the Lord speaking to him and got two verbs: leave and go. Leave family, nation and security — and go. Go where? Just leave and go, and I’ll show you the rest. There seemed to be an easy response: I’m not going, at least not until I get more information. Except for one thing: faith. Abraham was a man of faith, and the funny thing about faith in God is that, even when it’s all you’ve got, it’s also all you need. We are continuing the series called Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests and today, we are focusing on the person who best fits the profile. The book of Genesis declares that he was a prophet, but he is also the best candidate for patriarch. Abraham is con… Pastor John Butler 2666 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22037588/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3875229.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22037588 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Abraham, living, faith, Lord, voice, speak, leave, go, progressive, revelation, names, God, Most High, El Elyon, Almigh Sun, 02 Oct 2022 23:17:00 +0000 Mark A. Stroud In this short but powerful message, Pastor Mark Stroud from Kingdom Rock Family Worship Center uses Isaiah 60 to remind us that God is calling us to arise and shine our lights in the darkness around us. To do this, we must give Him our painful past and trust Him with our future. In this short but powerful message, Pastor Mark Stroud from Kingdom Rock Family Worship Center uses Isaiah 60 to remind us that God is calling us to arise and shine our lights in the darkness around us. To do this, we must give Him our painful past and trust Him with our future. In this short but powerful message, Pastor Mark Stroud from Kingdom Rock Family Worship Center uses Isaiah 60 to remind us that God is calling us to arise and shine our lights in the darkness around us. To do this, we must give Him our painful past and… Mark A. Stroud 1577 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22034549/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lightitup/id/3872255.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22034549 arise, shine, light, darkness, people, Jesus, give, trust, past, God, world, glory, Lord Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:43:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” this week, we get the privilege of looking at some of the women of God in the Old Testament who were respected, revered and admired. They were used by God to bring about victories in war and politics; they fought racism and oppression and made the worlds in which they operated safer. Throughout this series, we’ve talked a lot about the call of God on the lives of believers and the fact that God has a plan and purpose for each one of us. It’s easy to hear about Daniel, Jeremiah and Joseph and get kind of overwhelmed about the call of God, but today, we’re bringing the topic into sharper focus by centering our discussion around this question: what if the call of God for your life is not an office but an opportunity? As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” this week, we get the privilege of looking at some of the women of God in the Old Testament who were respected, revered and admired. They were used by God to bring about victories in war and politics; they fought racism and oppression and made the worlds in which they operated safer. Throughout this series, we’ve talked a lot about the call of God on the lives of believers and the fact that God has a plan and purpose for each one of us. It’s easy to hear about Daniel, Jeremiah and Joseph and get kind of overwhelmed about the call of God, but today, we’re bringing the topic into sharper focus by centering our discussion around this question: what if the call of God for your life is not an office but an opportunity? As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” this week, we get the privilege of looking at some of the women of God in the Old Testament who were respected, revered and admired. They were used by God to bring about victories in w… Pastor John Butler 2408 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22031484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3869267.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22031484 patriarchs, prophets, priests, women, God, Old Testament, judge, call, opportunity, Deborah, courage, confidence, yes, now, later, position, change Mon, 19 Sep 2022 01:24:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Prayer is difficult for a variety of reasons. Maybe, you’re busy and don’t have as much to pray as you would like. Perhaps, your thoughts go into overdrive when you attempt to pray, you get overwhelmed by all the situations and people should pray about or you start to feel guilty for not praying as fervently or as long as you could have. We’ve learned a lot of life lessons from the people that we’ve examined in this series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests.” One of those people is Daniel. We’ve already talked about Daniel in a two-part message about his character, but it’s hard to talk about Daniel and not talk about the lion’s den and — more specifically — what it is that got him thrown into that den of famished and ferocious felines in the first place. This week, we’re going to talk about Daniel’s Prayer Life and see what practices we can imitate in our own lives. Prayer is difficult for a variety of reasons. Maybe, you’re busy and don’t have as much to pray as you would like. Perhaps, your thoughts go into overdrive when you attempt to pray, you get overwhelmed by all the situations and people should pray about or you start to feel guilty for not praying as fervently or as long as you could have. We’ve learned a lot of life lessons from the people that we’ve examined in this series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests.” One of those people is Daniel. We’ve already talked about Daniel in a two-part message about his character, but it’s hard to talk about Daniel and not talk about the lion’s den and — more specifically — what it is that got him thrown into that den of famished and ferocious felines in the first place. This week, we’re going to talk about Daniel’s Prayer Life and see what practices we can imitate in our own lives. Prayer is difficult for a variety of reasons. Maybe, you’re busy and don’t have as much to pray as you would like. Perhaps, your thoughts go into overdrive when you attempt to pray, you get overwhelmed by all the situations and people should pray about… Pastor John Butler 2760 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22028199/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3866096.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22028199 life, lessons, priests, prophets, patriarchs, Daniel, prayer, attack, difficult, busy, thoughts, guilty, overwhelmed, Lord, pray, passive, powerful, p Sun, 11 Sep 2022 21:09:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler One of the most frequent ways God is identified in the Bible is as the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob. They are three of the main patriarchs of the Jewish faith. Joseph is Jacob’s son, and he is — as much as anyone — responsible for the formation of the nation of Israel. The actions of Joseph set the stage for Moses to rise and lead the massive and powerful nation of Israel into its destiny in the promised land, so it’s not a stretch to consider Joseph one of the patriarchs. This week, we're going to talk about him as we continue our series called Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests. One of the most frequent ways God is identified in the Bible is as the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob. They are three of the main patriarchs of the Jewish faith. Joseph is Jacob’s son, and he is — as much as anyone — responsible for the formation of the nation of Israel. The actions of Joseph set the stage for Moses to rise and lead the massive and powerful nation of Israel into its destiny in the promised land, so it’s not a stretch to consider Joseph one of the patriarchs. This week, we're going to talk about him as we continue our series called Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests. One of the most frequent ways God is identified in the Bible is as the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob. They are three of the main patriarchs of the Jewish faith. Joseph is Jacob’s son, and he is — as much as anyone — responsible for the formation of t… Pastor John Butler 2558 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22025185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3863197.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22025185 God, Bible, Joseph, nation, Israel, Moses, change, unstoppable, servant, destiny, pursuit, lead, learn, serve, Jesus, power, will, skills, gifts Mon, 05 Sep 2022 04:44:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler For the past five weeks, we have been in a series called Patriarchs, Prophets, and Priests, in which we’ve looked at the lives of people from the Old Testament to discover the lessons that their lives can teach us. Today is the second part of a message we started last week about Daniel called Character Counts. Daniel was operating in a culture that valued politics and pandering, but he didn’t do that. He was a man of character who let the quality and ethic of his work speak for themselves. Last week, we talked about clarity, one of the ways that Daniel’s character expressed itself, and this week, we’re going to talk about two more aspects: commitment and courage. For the past five weeks, we have been in a series called Patriarchs, Prophets, and Priests, in which we’ve looked at the lives of people from the Old Testament to discover the lessons that their lives can teach us. Today is the second part of a message we started last week about Daniel called Character Counts. Daniel was operating in a culture that valued politics and pandering, but he didn’t do that. He was a man of character who let the quality and ethic of his work speak for themselves. Last week, we talked about clarity, one of the ways that Daniel’s character expressed itself, and this week, we’re going to talk about two more aspects: commitment and courage. For the past five weeks, we have been in a series called Patriarchs, Prophets, and Priests, in which we’ve looked at the lives of people from the Old Testament to discover the lessons that their lives can teach us. Today is the second part of a message… Pastor John Butler 2672 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22022276/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3860366.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22022276 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Old Testament, Daniel, character, clarity, commitment, courage, knowing, doing, hypocrisy, rules, natural, spiritual, J Sun, 28 Aug 2022 21:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series this week, exploring the lives of the Old Testament saints of God who helped to form the foundation of our faith and applying important lessons to our lives. This week, we’re going to look at Daniel. He is likely best known for not being eaten by lions, but there is a lot more to learn from Daniel’s life. As we zoom in a little further, we’re going to talk about Daniel’s character. We have become a society that is more interested in charisma than character, and we have developed social media tools that allow people with charisma to promote themselves to consumers of their content who have no ability — or even interest — to verify their character. For believers, we should be focused on deepening our character and developing wisdom. We’re continuing our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series this week, exploring the lives of the Old Testament saints of God who helped to form the foundation of our faith and applying important lessons to our lives. This week, we’re going to look at Daniel. He is likely best known for not being eaten by lions, but there is a lot more to learn from Daniel’s life. As we zoom in a little further, we’re going to talk about Daniel’s character. We have become a society that is more interested in charisma than character, and we have developed social media tools that allow people with charisma to promote themselves to consumers of their content who have no ability — or even interest — to verify their character. For believers, we should be focused on deepening our character and developing wisdom. We’re continuing our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series this week, exploring the lives of the Old Testament saints of God who helped to form the foundation of our faith and applying important lessons to our lives. This week, we’re going to look … Pastor John Butler 2668 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22019483/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3857685.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22019483 patriarchs, prophets, priests, Old Testaments, faith, Daniel, character, wisdom, God, higher, deeper, clarity, identity, act, person, believe, be, act Sun, 21 Aug 2022 20:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series, we’re looking at the Old Testament heroes of the faith and finding the lessons we can learn from their lives. So far, we’ve talked about Noah and Jeremiah, and this week, we’re looking at the life of Job, a man who is famous for suffering with grace and patience. Job was respected and loved, but as a result of a conversation between God and Satan, he went through a terrible trial that tested his faith and integrity. Most of us will never go through anything even approaching what Job went through, but each of us has gone through — and will go through again — difficult trials that test our resolve in ways we never thought possible. This week, we are exploring three common temptations that we may face in addition to the trial, making it more difficult and more dangerous to our faith and future. As we do, we’ll also see how we can stand strong against temptation and stay true to the Lord. In our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series, we’re looking at the Old Testament heroes of the faith and finding the lessons we can learn from their lives. So far, we’ve talked about Noah and Jeremiah, and this week, we’re looking at the life of Job, a man who is famous for suffering with grace and patience. Job was respected and loved, but as a result of a conversation between God and Satan, he went through a terrible trial that tested his faith and integrity. Most of us will never go through anything even approaching what Job went through, but each of us has gone through — and will go through again — difficult trials that test our resolve in ways we never thought possible. This week, we are exploring three common temptations that we may face in addition to the trial, making it more difficult and more dangerous to our faith and future. As we do, we’ll also see how we can stand strong against temptation and stay true to the Lord. In our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series, we’re looking at the Old Testament heroes of the faith and finding the lessons we can learn from their lives. So far, we’ve talked about Noah and Jeremiah, and this week, we’re looking at the life of Jo… Pastor John Butler 2851 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22016680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3854992.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22016680 patriarch, prophet, priest, Noah, Jeremiah, Job, trial, test, temptation, strong, true, Lord, integrity, faith, tempted, walk, away, feel, superior, h Sun, 14 Aug 2022 18:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series this week, looking at the lives of Old Testament heroes of the faith to learn the lessons we can learn from them. Last week, we talked about Jeremiah’s unqualified calling and explored the fact that he was very young when God called him. As expected, he was scared to death, but God assured Jeremiah that He would with him. This week, we are looking at Jeremiah’s unrelenting faithfulness. Once Jeremiah accepted the call of God, he had to be faithful to carry it out. He challenged priests and kings to their faces, telling them things that they did not want to hear, and there is not a single recorded instance that shows him failing to do everything God told him to do. The same is true for us. As we step out and step up to answer God’s calling on our lives, we must be faithful to do it — even when it gets tough. We’re continuing our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series this week, looking at the lives of Old Testament heroes of the faith to learn the lessons we can learn from them. Last week, we talked about Jeremiah’s unqualified calling and explored the fact that he was very young when God called him. As expected, he was scared to death, but God assured Jeremiah that He would with him. This week, we are looking at Jeremiah’s unrelenting faithfulness. Once Jeremiah accepted the call of God, he had to be faithful to carry it out. He challenged priests and kings to their faces, telling them things that they did not want to hear, and there is not a single recorded instance that shows him failing to do everything God told him to do. The same is true for us. As we step out and step up to answer God’s calling on our lives, we must be faithful to do it — even when it gets tough. We’re continuing our “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests” series this week, looking at the lives of Old Testament heroes of the faith to learn the lessons we can learn from them. Last week, we talked about Jeremiah’s unqualified calling and explored the … Pastor John Butler 2591 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22014243/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3852624.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22014243 patriarch, prophet, priest, Jeremiah, trust, pursue, answer, seek, calling, faithful, results, gifts, God, Lord, Jesus, passionate, success, easy, lam Sun, 07 Aug 2022 09:17:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” we’re looking at the men and women of the Old Testament who formed the foundation of our faith. We’re learning the events of their lives and the lessons they can teach us. Knowing the entire Bible is from Jesus and points to Him, we are also trying to identify the types and shadows of Christ we see throughout the OT. Last week, we looked at the life of Noah, one of the patriarchs — or fathers — of the faith, and this week, we’re looking at a prophet and priest named Jeremiah. While we explore the lessons that Jeremiah’s life can teach us, please remember that these are not stories or works of fiction; they’re accounts. These people actually lived, and many of them are verifiable through other historical records. As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” we’re looking at the men and women of the Old Testament who formed the foundation of our faith. We’re learning the events of their lives and the lessons they can teach us. Knowing the entire Bible is from Jesus and points to Him, we are also trying to identify the types and shadows of Christ we see throughout the OT. Last week, we looked at the life of Noah, one of the patriarchs — or fathers — of the faith, and this week, we’re looking at a prophet and priest named Jeremiah. While we explore the lessons that Jeremiah’s life can teach us, please remember that these are not stories or works of fiction; they’re accounts. These people actually lived, and many of them are verifiable through other historical records. As we continue our series called “Patriarchs, Prophets and Priests,” we’re looking at the men and women of the Old Testament who formed the foundation of our faith. We’re learning the events of their lives and the lessons they can teach us. Knowing the… Pastor John Butler 2319 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22011286/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3849771.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22011286 patriarchs, prophets, priests, foundation, faith, Jesus, Jeremiah, unqualified, calling, fear, God, convinced, need, ability, expects, availability, p Sun, 31 Jul 2022 20:00:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler All scripture is inspired by God and given to us for a purpose — not just the verses about Jesus or those that appear in the New Testament. All 66 books are important. They seem like stories, but they are accounts of actual people and their actual experiences, and the Bible teaches us that those experiences have been recorded, preserved and transmitted to us to teach us what to do and what not to do. We ignore these passages to our peril, and we need to hear about Abraham and Samuel, Elijah and Eli. We need to know about Deborah and Jael, Moses and Jonah. To help us, we’re kicking off a new series today called “Patriarchs, Prophets, and Priests,” in which we will spend time learning about the major players throughout the Old Testament to determine how those people and their experiences represent or foreshadow Jesus. All scripture is inspired by God and given to us for a purpose — not just the verses about Jesus or those that appear in the New Testament. All 66 books are important. They seem like stories, but they are accounts of actual people and their actual experiences, and the Bible teaches us that those experiences have been recorded, preserved and transmitted to us to teach us what to do and what not to do. We ignore these passages to our peril, and we need to hear about Abraham and Samuel, Elijah and Eli. We need to know about Deborah and Jael, Moses and Jonah. To help us, we’re kicking off a new series today called “Patriarchs, Prophets, and Priests,” in which we will spend time learning about the major players throughout the Old Testament to determine how those people and their experiences represent or foreshadow Jesus. All scripture is inspired by God and given to us for a purpose — not just the verses about Jesus or those that appear in the New Testament. All 66 books are important. They seem like stories, but they are accounts of actual people and their actual expe… Pastor John Butler 2582 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22007737/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_patriarchsprophetsandpriestspa/id/3847013.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22007737 scripture, important, old, new, patriarchs, prophets, priests, true, experiences, Jesus, Noah, righteousness, wasted, sin, injustice, ignored, obedien Sun, 17 Jul 2022 09:13:00 +0000 Pastor Mark A. Stroud We don’t have to be defeated, doomed and depressed another day of our lives. The gospel of Jesus Christ still has the power to change lives, but those who have been going to church for years may be asking, “Why isn’t this working?” It’s because Christians have been mirroring the feelings of the world around us rather than relying on the Bible for strength and stability. We want to do everything else with everyone else, and as a result, we don’t study the Bible or put it into practice like we should. Instead of allowing Satan to continue to steal the Word from us, we need to lock it down and let grow. This week, Pastor Mark Stroud from Kingdom Rock Family Worship Center explains how we underestimate the Word of God and offers nine steps to make it stick in our lives. We don’t have to be defeated, doomed and depressed another day of our lives. The gospel of Jesus Christ still has the power to change lives, but those who have been going to church for years may be asking, “Why isn’t this working?” It’s because Christians have been mirroring the feelings of the world around us rather than relying on the Bible for strength and stability. We want to do everything else with everyone else, and as a result, we don’t study the Bible or put it into practice like we should. Instead of allowing Satan to continue to steal the Word from us, we need to lock it down and let grow. This week, Pastor Mark Stroud from Kingdom Rock Family Worship Center explains how we underestimate the Word of God and offers nine steps to make it stick in our lives. We don’t have to be defeated, doomed and depressed another day of our lives. The gospel of Jesus Christ still has the power to change lives, but those who have been going to church for years may be asking, “Why isn’t this working?” It’s because Christi… Pastor Mark A. Stroud 2920 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22002606/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lockitdown/id/3841374.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/22002606 living, mission, believer, making, disciples, baptizing, teaching, obey, commands, God, trusts, gifts, talents, now, responsibilities, use, stewardshi Sun, 10 Jul 2022 06:03:00 +0000 Associate Pastor Robby Williams According to the Bible, our mission as believers is to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and teaching these disciples to obey all of the Lord’s commands. As we carry out this mission, God has given us unique gifts, talents and responsibilities, and He encourages us to know and understand that He is always with us — no matter what we do or where we go. This morning, we’re going to unpack what it means to “live on mission,” so we can fully trust God and do what He has called us to do. According to the Bible, our mission as believers is to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and teaching these disciples to obey all of the Lord’s commands. As we carry out this mission, God has given us unique gifts, talents and responsibilities, and He encourages us to know and understand that He is always with us — no matter what we do or where we go. This morning, we’re going to unpack what it means to “live on mission,” so we can fully trust God and do what He has called us to do. According to the Bible, our mission as believers is to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and teaching these disciples to obey all of the Lord’s commands. As we carry out this mission, G… Associate Pastor Robby Williams 2545 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21999695/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_livingonmission/id/3838562.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21999695 living, mission, believer, making, disciples, baptizing, teaching, obey, commands, God, trusts, gifts, talents, now, responsibilities, use, stewardshi Sun, 03 Jul 2022 06:41:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This is the time of year that people talk a lot about freedom. Most of these discussions revolve around political freedoms and civil rights, but there is a freedom that the Bible talks about that really has nothing to do with any of those kinds of external freedoms. It’s the kind of freedom Jesus was talking about when He said, “If the Son sets you free, you are truly free!” Truly free. That’s true freedom. True freedom is the kind of freedom that can exist no matter what form of government you live under. It is a freedom on the inside that supersedes any lack of freedom on the outside, but the opposite is true as well. f you are lacking in this freedom on the inside, it doesn’t really matter what kind of political or civil rights you have on the outside. Today, we’re going to talk about four aspects of true freedom the Bible offers to everyone. This is the time of year that people talk a lot about freedom. Most of these discussions revolve around political freedoms and civil rights, but there is a freedom that the Bible talks about that really has nothing to do with any of those kinds of external freedoms. It’s the kind of freedom Jesus was talking about when He said, “If the Son sets you free, you are truly free!” Truly free. That’s true freedom. True freedom is the kind of freedom that can exist no matter what form of government you live under. It is a freedom on the inside that supersedes any lack of freedom on the outside, but the opposite is true as well. f you are lacking in this freedom on the inside, it doesn’t really matter what kind of political or civil rights you have on the outside. Today, we’re going to talk about four aspects of true freedom the Bible offers to everyone. This is the time of year that people talk a lot about freedom. Most of these discussions revolve around political freedoms and civil rights, but there is a freedom that the Bible talks about that really has nothing to do with any of those kinds of exte… Pastor John Butler 2580 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21996472/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_truefreedom/id/3835443.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21996472 freedom, Bible, true, paid, repentance, power, sin, forgiveness, pain, past, release, people, walk, future, deliverance, controlling, influences, walk Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:50:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler If you have attended more than one service at Covenant Life, you have probably heard us talk about The Jericho Project. As a matter of fact, if you’ve just driven near the church campus, you have likely seen the banners that we have about The Jericho Project. You may know about its existence, but you may not know exactly what it is. This week, we’re going to talk about The Jericho Project — what it is, what’s the connection to Jericho, how we’re going to carry it out and how you can get involved. We’re also going to share some exciting news. Our hope is that, by the end of today’s service, you will be able to give a clear, memorable answer to others who may ask about The Jericho Project. If you have attended more than one service at Covenant Life, you have probably heard us talk about The Jericho Project. As a matter of fact, if you’ve just driven near the church campus, you have likely seen the banners that we have about The Jericho Project. You may know about its existence, but you may not know exactly what it is. This week, we’re going to talk about The Jericho Project — what it is, what’s the connection to Jericho, how we’re going to carry it out and how you can get involved. We’re also going to share some exciting news. Our hope is that, by the end of today’s service, you will be able to give a clear, memorable answer to others who may ask about The Jericho Project. If you have attended more than one service at Covenant Life, you have probably heard us talk about The Jericho Project. As a matter of fact, if you’ve just driven near the church campus, you have likely seen the banners that we have about The Jericho P… Pastor John Butler 2861 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21993704/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theerichoproectrelaunch/id/3832750.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21993704 Jericho, Project, fight, church, sex, trafficking, exploitation, Rahab, family, God, educate, collaborate, facilitate, books, Rescuing Hope, start, pr Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The relationship that Jesus had with His 12 closest disciples was a special one. They were hand-picked by Jesus after a whole night of praying about which of the larger group of disciples would get pretty much unrestricted access to Him 24/7. He was many things and filled many roles for them, but when you think of it all together, Jesus was fathering these men. He was a living expression of our Heavenly Father in their lives, and the way He treated them over the course of those years is a good pattern for us today as we try to figure out how to navigate this thing called Fatherhood. Today’s message is focused on fatherhood and the way that Jesus treated His disciples, but the biblical principles of parenthood apply to moms and those in other relationships. We encourage you to look at how Jesus led the disciples and strive to put these lessons into practice in your life even if you aren’t a parent. The relationship that Jesus had with His 12 closest disciples was a special one. They were hand-picked by Jesus after a whole night of praying about which of the larger group of disciples would get pretty much unrestricted access to Him 24/7. He was many things and filled many roles for them, but when you think of it all together, Jesus was fathering these men. He was a living expression of our Heavenly Father in their lives, and the way He treated them over the course of those years is a good pattern for us today as we try to figure out how to navigate this thing called Fatherhood. Today’s message is focused on fatherhood and the way that Jesus treated His disciples, but the biblical principles of parenthood apply to moms and those in other relationships. We encourage you to look at how Jesus led the disciples and strive to put these lessons into practice in your life even if you aren’t a parent. The relationship that Jesus had with His 12 closest disciples was a special one. They were hand-picked by Jesus after a whole night of praying about which of the larger group of disciples would get pretty much unrestricted access to Him 24/7. He was ma… Pastor John Butler 2475 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21990767/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fatherhoodisustadayatthebeach/id/3829879.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21990767 Jesus, disciples, father, example, stages, fatherhood, day, beach, intervention, step, stand, stay, together, instruction, God, grow, strength, wisdom Mon, 13 Jun 2022 01:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Jesus once told a parable about two houses, and if you looked at the two houses side by side, it would have been hard to tell the difference. However, Jesus introduced a variable: torrential rain. This turned out to be the deciding factor because one of the houses was built on sand, and when the rain washed away the sand, the house collapsed. Every person builds their lives on something, and those lives are the houses that Jesus was talking about. When we build our lives on Jesus Christ and put our faith in Him, we are able to make it through any storm — even those that make us weak by coming again and again. This week, we are talking about how to keep our faith strong in a crisis, looking at the faith of two people in the Bible and see what we can learn from them about surviving our own crises. Jesus once told a parable about two houses, and if you looked at the two houses side by side, it would have been hard to tell the difference. However, Jesus introduced a variable: torrential rain. This turned out to be the deciding factor because one of the houses was built on sand, and when the rain washed away the sand, the house collapsed. Every person builds their lives on something, and those lives are the houses that Jesus was talking about. When we build our lives on Jesus Christ and put our faith in Him, we are able to make it through any storm — even those that make us weak by coming again and again. This week, we are talking about how to keep our faith strong in a crisis, looking at the faith of two people in the Bible and see what we can learn from them about surviving our own crises. Jesus once told a parable about two houses, and if you looked at the two houses side by side, it would have been hard to tell the difference. However, Jesus introduced a variable: torrential rain. This turned out to be the deciding factor because one o… Pastor John Butler 2522 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21987987/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crisisfaith/id/3827173.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21987987 houses, lives, rain, storm, crisis, faith, strong, Job, make, choice, bless, find, way, rejoice, joy, listen, voice, Elijah, trust Sun, 05 Jun 2022 21:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler People don’t seem to have an issue with songs, shirts or sayings about Jesus, but things tend to get weird when we mention the Holy Spirit. In light of Pentecost Sunday, it’s time to see what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit, so we can get to the root of this standoffishness and learn to respect and welcome Him in the same way that we welcome Jesus. Part of the problem is that, when it comes to the Holy Spirt, we like to focus on Acts 2. We talk about the rushing mighty wind, tongues of fire and boisterous worship of the 120 in the upper room. It’s a wonderful and powerful moment, but you can’t get to know the Holy Spirit by only looking at one scene or description. We need to look at some different passages to round out our understanding of Him. People don’t seem to have an issue with songs, shirts or sayings about Jesus, but things tend to get weird when we mention the Holy Spirit. In light of Pentecost Sunday, it’s time to see what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit, so we can get to the root of this standoffishness and learn to respect and welcome Him in the same way that we welcome Jesus. Part of the problem is that, when it comes to the Holy Spirt, we like to focus on Acts 2. We talk about the rushing mighty wind, tongues of fire and boisterous worship of the 120 in the upper room. It’s a wonderful and powerful moment, but you can’t get to know the Holy Spirit by only looking at one scene or description. We need to look at some different passages to round out our understanding of Him. People don’t seem to have an issue with songs, shirts or sayings about Jesus, but things tend to get weird when we mention the Holy Spirit. In light of Pentecost Sunday, it’s time to see what the Bible says about the Holy Spirit, so we can get to the r… Pastor John Butler 2253 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21984966/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surprisingrolesoftheholyspirit/id/3824255.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21984966 Pentecost, Sunday, Acts, surprising, roles, Holy Spirit, gift, good, perfect, asking, Father, spirit, Jesus, overshadows, enables, conductor, God, gra Sun, 29 May 2022 20:14:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers When Adam and Eve sinned in Genesis 3, God responded by asking, “Where are you?” Because of His omniscience, God did not need to know Adam’s physical location; instead, He was asking about his location relationally. Something had changed in their relationship, and God wanted to encourage introspection and remind His creation of the way things ought to be. As believers today, we must regularly assess where we are in relation to God, and we can use the Bible like a map, helping to orient ourselves based on three sets of opposite directions. By understanding where we are and where we’re going, we can ensure that we’re growing closer to God each day and living in a way that points everyone around us to Jesus Christ. When Adam and Eve sinned in Genesis 3, God responded by asking, “Where are you?” Because of His omniscience, God did not need to know Adam’s physical location; instead, He was asking about his location relationally. Something had changed in their relationship, and God wanted to encourage introspection and remind His creation of the way things ought to be. As believers today, we must regularly assess where we are in relation to God, and we can use the Bible like a map, helping to orient ourselves based on three sets of opposite directions. By understanding where we are and where we’re going, we can ensure that we’re growing closer to God each day and living in a way that points everyone around us to Jesus Christ. When Adam and Eve sinned in Genesis 3, God responded by asking, “Where are you?” Because of His omniscience, God did not need to know Adam’s physical location; instead, He was asking about his location relationally. Something had changed in their relat… Jordan Weathers 2959 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21981948/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whereareyou/id/3821295.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21981948 where, location, going, moving, fall, Adam, direction, map, Bible, toward, wayward, Christ, purpose, wandering, forward, backward, God, closer, outwar Mon, 23 May 2022 02:00:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The word “rapture” does not appear in the Bible and comes from a Latin word meaning “to carry or snatch away.” That is the definition of the word that appears in 1 Thessalonians 4:17 and is defined as “caught up.” This means that the rapture is the snatching away or catching up of all believers from the earth, and it is a common teaching in most evangelical churches. Because of its level of detail and the emphasis that Paul places on it, scholars consider 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 to be the definitive rapture passage in the Bible. Even more, it is presented as a revelation of Jesus directly to the apostle, which adds special significance. This week, we’re going to study this passage — and others — to better understand what the rapture is and how we should respond to that knowledge. The word “rapture” does not appear in the Bible and comes from a Latin word meaning “to carry or snatch away.” That is the definition of the word that appears in 1 Thessalonians 4:17 and is defined as “caught up.” This means that the rapture is the snatching away or catching up of all believers from the earth, and it is a common teaching in most evangelical churches. Because of its level of detail and the emphasis that Paul places on it, scholars consider 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 to be the definitive rapture passage in the Bible. Even more, it is presented as a revelation of Jesus directly to the apostle, which adds special significance. This week, we’re going to study this passage — and others — to better understand what the rapture is and how we should respond to that knowledge. The word “rapture” does not appear in the Bible and comes from a Latin word meaning “to carry or snatch away.” That is the definition of the word that appears in 1 Thessalonians 4:17 and is defined as “caught up.” This means that the rapture is the sna… Pastor John Butler 2579 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21979518/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_therapturedoctrine/id/3818910.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21979518 rapture, doctrine, catch, carry, snatch, Jesus, return, earth, atmosphere, call, stages, eternal, body, before, Tribulation, today, lift, encourage, l Sun, 15 May 2022 07:43:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler and Valerie Butler In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Covenant Life Church is pleased to continue the Taboo Series, a series of messages designed to address topics that are considered “taboo” and are not talked about in many church services and sermons. As part of the latest installment, Pastor John and his wife, Valerie, are opening up about their mental health journey and sharing the lessons that they have learned along the way. Together, we’ll work to define mental health, explore possible causes for mental illness and discuss resources or treatment options for those in need. If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one or would like emotional support, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (English) or 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish). The network is available 24/7 across the United States. TTY and Chat options are also available for those who are deaf or heard of hearing. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Covenant Life Church is pleased to continue the Taboo Series, a series of messages designed to address topics that are considered “taboo” and are not talked about in many church services and sermons. As part of the latest installment, Pastor John and his wife, Valerie, are opening up about their mental health journey and sharing the lessons that they have learned along the way. Together, we’ll work to define mental health, explore possible causes for mental illness and discuss resources or treatment options for those in need. If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one or would like emotional support, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (English) or 1-888-628-9454 (Spanish). The network is available 24/7 across the United States. TTY and Chat options are also available for those who are deaf or heard of hearing. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Covenant Life Church is pleased to continue the Taboo Series, a series of messages designed to address topics that are considered “taboo” and are not talked about in many church services and sermons. As … Pastor John Butler and Valerie Butler 5005 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21976715/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_tabooseriesmentalhealth/id/3816167.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21976715 Taboo Series - Mental Health Sun, 08 May 2022 20:52:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The word “soul” in the Bible refers to the core of a person and the place where thoughts originate, decisions are made, and feelings are experienced. Anything that changes what you think, how you feel or what you do changes your soul. What we know about biblical motherhood is gleaned from the examples of mothers found in scripture, and no example is as prominently displayed as Mary, the mother of Jesus. This week, we’re going to look at Mary’s life as a mother to discover how mothering Him changed and affected her soul. The word “soul” in the Bible refers to the core of a person and the place where thoughts originate, decisions are made, and feelings are experienced. Anything that changes what you think, how you feel or what you do changes your soul. What we know about biblical motherhood is gleaned from the examples of mothers found in scripture, and no example is as prominently displayed as Mary, the mother of Jesus. This week, we’re going to look at Mary’s life as a mother to discover how mothering Him changed and affected her soul. The word “soul” in the Bible refers to the core of a person and the place where thoughts originate, decisions are made, and feelings are experienced. Anything that changes what you think, how you feel or what you do changes your soul. What we know abo… Pastor John Butler 2248 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21973310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_amotherssoul/id/3812884.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21973310 mother, Mary, Jesus, Bible, soul, heart, mind, emotions, change, child, prophecy, plan, kids, Kingdom, healthy, prayer Sun, 01 May 2022 19:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The first time Jesus came to earth was all about being the sacrifice for our sins. The next time He comes, He will set up His earthy Kingdom, and we will rule and reign with Him forever. However, there was another period that He was on the earth in the flesh that doesn’t often come to mind. We may understand the purpose of the first coming and the second coming of Christ, but what about the 40 days that He lived on this earth after the resurrection? There does not appear to be any biblical or prophetic reason that Jesus had to be on earth for those 40 days, but He always had a reason for everything that He did. This week, we are going to track some of His movements and activities during that 40-day period, and in doing so, we will discover — as noted in the title of this message — that He came back for us. The first time Jesus came to earth was all about being the sacrifice for our sins. The next time He comes, He will set up His earthy Kingdom, and we will rule and reign with Him forever. However, there was another period that He was on the earth in the flesh that doesn’t often come to mind. We may understand the purpose of the first coming and the second coming of Christ, but what about the 40 days that He lived on this earth after the resurrection? There does not appear to be any biblical or prophetic reason that Jesus had to be on earth for those 40 days, but He always had a reason for everything that He did. This week, we are going to track some of His movements and activities during that 40-day period, and in doing so, we will discover — as noted in the title of this message — that He came back for us. The first time Jesus came to earth was all about being the sacrifice for our sins. The next time He comes, He will set up His earthy Kingdom, and we will rule and reign with Him forever. However, there was another period that He was on the earth in the… Pastor John Butler 2713 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21970599/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hecamebackforus/id/3810198.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21970599 God, Jesus, kingdom, first, second, coming, 40 days, came, back, us, Revelation, Luke, wants, know, Him, trust, questions, understand, grace, forgiven Sun, 24 Apr 2022 23:04:00 +0000 Bruce Deel This week, Bruce Deel — who founded City of Refuge in 1997 — teaches on Jesus’s encounter with the “woman at the well” in John 4. By examining the four ways that Jesus interacted with the woman, we will learn more about how we can effectively meet the needs of those around us and open doors to share the live-saving message of the Gospel. Located in one of Georgia’s toughest neighborhoods, City of Refuge provides housing, medical and mental health care, educational training, vocational training, case management, an auto repair training center, a safe house for the victims of sex trafficking and a host of other services to the disenfranchised and homeless of Atlanta. This week, Bruce Deel — who founded City of Refuge in 1997 — teaches on Jesus’s encounter with the “woman at the well” in John 4. By examining the four ways that Jesus interacted with the woman, we will learn more about how we can effectively meet the needs of those around us and open doors to share the live-saving message of the Gospel. Located in one of Georgia’s toughest neighborhoods, City of Refuge provides housing, medical and mental health care, educational training, vocational training, case management, an auto repair training center, a safe house for the victims of sex trafficking and a host of other services to the disenfranchised and homeless of Atlanta. This week, Bruce Deel — who founded City of Refuge in 1997 — teaches on Jesus’s encounter with the “woman at the well” in John 4. By examining the four ways that Jesus interacted with the woman, we will learn more about how we can effectively meet the … Bruce Deel 2707 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21967874/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lessonsfromohn4/id/3807541.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21967874 intentional, Jesus, accidental, focus, practical, ask, different, relational, question, talk, eternal, conversation, well, yes, wait, impact, change Sun, 17 Apr 2022 22:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When it comes to Easter, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype, and we often put undue pressure on ourselves to say and do all the right things. The reality is that this day is special all by itself because God came to earth in the form of a man, lived a perfect life, died on a cross, was buried in a top and rose again from the dead. We can rejoice today because Jesus is alive and lives forever, but the message of the resurrection will only change your life if you let it. It will only change your life if it matters to you, and no one cares more about this message than dead people. This week, we are looking at three groups of dead people described in the Bible and how the resurrection changes their lives. When it comes to Easter, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype, and we often put undue pressure on ourselves to say and do all the right things. The reality is that this day is special all by itself because God came to earth in the form of a man, lived a perfect life, died on a cross, was buried in a top and rose again from the dead. We can rejoice today because Jesus is alive and lives forever, but the message of the resurrection will only change your life if you let it. It will only change your life if it matters to you, and no one cares more about this message than dead people. This week, we are looking at three groups of dead people described in the Bible and how the resurrection changes their lives. When it comes to Easter, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype, and we often put undue pressure on ourselves to say and do all the right things. The reality is that this day is special all by itself because God came to earth in the form of a man, live… Pastor John Butler 2400 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21967871/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_areyoudead/id/3807623.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21967871 Easter, resurrection, God, Jesus, message, dead, people, change, truth, spiritually, life, sin, self, power, physically, hope Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:06:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler God wants to draw us close and bring understand. He wants to heal, comfort, strengthen and renew, but if we're going to allow God to do these things in our lives, we must be willing to get real. Sometimes, we have to say aloud the things that have been holding us hostage inside. This week, we're going to dive into Psalm 73, going verse by verse to see what God wants to say to His people. Together, we'll explore what the author of this psalm, a man name Asaph, says about God and discover how to apply the lessons we learn to our own lives. God wants to draw us close and bring understand. He wants to heal, comfort, strengthen and renew, but if we're going to allow God to do these things in our lives, we must be willing to get real. Sometimes, we have to say aloud the things that have been holding us hostage inside. This week, we're going to dive into Psalm 73, going verse by verse to see what God wants to say to His people. Together, we'll explore what the author of this psalm, a man name Asaph, says about God and discover how to apply the lessons we learn to our own lives. God wants to draw us close and bring understand. He wants to heal, comfort, strengthen and renew, but if we're going to allow God to do these things in our lives, we must be willing to get real. Sometimes, we have to say aloud the things that have been… Pastor John Butler 2469 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21961896/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theniunderstood/id/3801836.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21961896 Psalm 73, real, honest, comfort, strengthen, God, truth, doubt, fear, plan, power, interceding, suffering, prayer, love, Jesus, justice, healing Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:22:00 +0000 Jay Webb What are you pursuing? Are you locking your eyes on Jesus, or are you easy prey for deceit? Many people think that godliness is a way to material gains; they try to bargain with God and say things like, "If you do this, I'll do that." Instead of trying to acquire and achieve more, we must realize that we can rest in God's sufficiency and know that we have all we need because of the Holy Spirit dwelling inside of us. This week, Jay Webb from West Metro FCA explores what it means to pursue contentment. What are you pursuing? Are you locking your eyes on Jesus, or are you easy prey for deceit? Many people think that godliness is a way to material gains; they try to bargain with God and say things like, "If you do this, I'll do that." Instead of trying to acquire and achieve more, we must realize that we can rest in God's sufficiency and know that we have all we need because of the Holy Spirit dwelling inside of us. This week, Jay Webb from West Metro FCA explores what it means to pursue contentment. What are you pursuing? Are you locking your eyes on Jesus, or are you easy prey for deceit? Many people think that godliness is a way to material gains; they try to bargain with God and say things like, "If you do this, I'll do that." Instead of tryin… Jay Webb 2390 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21957415/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pursuecontentment/id/3797477.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21957415 godliness, contentment, pursue, pursuit, action, moving, truth, listening, sufficient, Holy Spirit, deceit, gains, locking, eyes, Jesus, eternity, foc Sun, 27 Mar 2022 07:15:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We live in a nation of doers. It’s the American way. We are addicted to activity, and if we ever find ourselves with a spare moment, we feel compelled to fill it with something — social media, news, streaming, reading and more. Why do we act like this? Because we’ve been groomed to believe that if we’re not doing something, we’re wasting our time. It’s into this crazy lifestyle that verses like Psalm 46:10 and Luke 10:38-42 speak. Be still and know that I am God. Only one thing is worth being concerned about, and Mary has discovered it sitting at the feet of Jesus. This week, we're looking at the importance of quiet moments and quiet seasons in the life of a Christian. We live in a nation of doers. It’s the American way. We are addicted to activity, and if we ever find ourselves with a spare moment, we feel compelled to fill it with something — social media, news, streaming, reading and more. Why do we act like this? Because we’ve been groomed to believe that if we’re not doing something, we’re wasting our time. It’s into this crazy lifestyle that verses like Psalm 46:10 and Luke 10:38-42 speak. Be still and know that I am God. Only one thing is worth being concerned about, and Mary has discovered it sitting at the feet of Jesus. This week, we're looking at the importance of quiet moments and quiet seasons in the life of a Christian. We live in a nation of doers. It’s the American way. We are addicted to activity, and if we ever find ourselves with a spare moment, we feel compelled to fill it with something — social media, news, streaming, reading and more. Why do we act like this?… Pastor John Butler 2166 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21954351/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_quietmomentsandquietseasons/id/3794486.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21954351 quiet, moments, seasons, activity, progress, become, do, busy, achievement, success, movement, sustain, prepare Sun, 20 Mar 2022 09:09:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re coming to the last couple of messages in the CL 168 Series until after Easter, but we must continue to put into practice all that we have learned. We must work hard to become a church that leverages every hour of every week to move the needle on the Kingdom of God — not just the one hour of the week that we are together. Our foundational scripture in Ephesians 5 tells us that we all have something God wants us to do and that we all must live thoughtfully and wisely, maximize every Kingdom opportunity, come together for corporate worship and have a private personal connection with the Lord ourselves. This week, we are exploring what a CL168 life looks like on a daily basis. We’re coming to the last couple of messages in the CL 168 Series until after Easter, but we must continue to put into practice all that we have learned. We must work hard to become a church that leverages every hour of every week to move the needle on the Kingdom of God — not just the one hour of the week that we are together. Our foundational scripture in Ephesians 5 tells us that we all have something God wants us to do and that we all must live thoughtfully and wisely, maximize every Kingdom opportunity, come together for corporate worship and have a private personal connection with the Lord ourselves. This week, we are exploring what a CL168 life looks like on a daily basis. We’re coming to the last couple of messages in the CL 168 Series until after Easter, but we must continue to put into practice all that we have learned. We must work hard to become a church that leverages every hour of every week to move the needle on … Pastor John Butler 2231 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21951467/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cl168seriespart7the168life/id/3791693.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21951467 168, hours, church, Christianity, daily, life, Daniel, Cornelius, Aquilla, Priscilla, Tabitha, diverse, results, impact, purposeful, prayerful, patien Sun, 13 Mar 2022 21:59:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We are in a series called CL168, exploring the fact that the American church spends more time focusing on the one hour per week that we HAVE church than on the ways we can BE the church during the other 167 hours each week. Last week, we learned about being an empowered church and talked about the need to wade out into deeper waters in the river of the Holy Spirit. As you start to put this into practice, you may think of the fruit of the Spirit and get overwhelmed by all the qualities you don’t currently possess, or you may think about being a witness for Jesus and get overwhelmed by fear. This week, we’re going to look at the one thing all of us can do to begin or deepen our journey with the Holy Spirit. To move the needle for the Kingdom of God every hour of every week, we must develop love first! We are in a series called CL168, exploring the fact that the American church spends more time focusing on the one hour per week that we HAVE church than on the ways we can BE the church during the other 167 hours each week. Last week, we learned about being an empowered church and talked about the need to wade out into deeper waters in the river of the Holy Spirit. As you start to put this into practice, you may think of the fruit of the Spirit and get overwhelmed by all the qualities you don’t currently possess, or you may think about being a witness for Jesus and get overwhelmed by fear. This week, we’re going to look at the one thing all of us can do to begin or deepen our journey with the Holy Spirit. To move the needle for the Kingdom of God every hour of every week, we must develop love first! We are in a series called CL168, exploring the fact that the American church spends more time focusing on the one hour per week that we HAVE church than on the ways we can BE the church during the other 167 hours each week. Last week, we learned about … Pastor John Butler 2451 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21947900/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cl168seriespart6startwithlove/id/3788209.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21947900 168, hours, week, empowered, church, Spirit, God, Jesus, start, love, first, power, giftedness, godliness, spiritual, gifts, character, holiness, help Sun, 06 Mar 2022 06:52:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing our CL168 Series, exploring how we can be a church that leverages our one hour of corporate worship to empower and equip the body to be the Church for the other 167 hours of each week. This week, we’re looking to the Bible to learn more about the person and purpose of the Holy Spirit, so we can understand why we are encouraged so often in scripture to be filled with the Spirit. If we’re going to be a 168-hour-per-week church, we need the power that the Spirit provides. We’re continuing our CL168 Series, exploring how we can be a church that leverages our one hour of corporate worship to empower and equip the body to be the Church for the other 167 hours of each week. This week, we’re looking to the Bible to learn more about the person and purpose of the Holy Spirit, so we can understand why we are encouraged so often in scripture to be filled with the Spirit. If we’re going to be a 168-hour-per-week church, we need the power that the Spirit provides. We’re continuing our CL168 Series, exploring how we can be a church that leverages our one hour of corporate worship to empower and equip the body to be the Church for the other 167 hours of each week. This week, we’re looking to the Bible to learn mo… Pastor John Butler 2787 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21944047/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cl168seriespart5anempoweredchu/id/3784482.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21944047 168, hours, church, worship, God, Word, Holy, Spirit, person, purpose, power, empowered, filled, Jesus, prayer, mission, heaven, disciples Sun, 27 Feb 2022 23:04:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we're continuing our CL168 series, learning how we can leverage the one hour we spend in church together to prepare us for the other 167 hours of the week. We must become a church that moves the needle on the work of the Kingdom every hour of the week — not just during our services on Sundays. To do this, the leaders of the church are called to train and equip, but because we don’t fully understand what this means, we often fail to do it properly. This leads to people getting hurt and deciding that they don't ever want to serve again. They suffer because they never find out what God has created, called and gifted them to do. If we're going to be a 168-hour church, we need to examine what the Word says about this topic, so we can do better. This week, we're continuing our CL168 series, learning how we can leverage the one hour we spend in church together to prepare us for the other 167 hours of the week. We must become a church that moves the needle on the work of the Kingdom every hour of the week — not just during our services on Sundays. To do this, the leaders of the church are called to train and equip, but because we don’t fully understand what this means, we often fail to do it properly. This leads to people getting hurt and deciding that they don't ever want to serve again. They suffer because they never find out what God has created, called and gifted them to do. If we're going to be a 168-hour church, we need to examine what the Word says about this topic, so we can do better. This week, we're continuing our CL168 series, learning how we can leverage the one hour we spend in church together to prepare us for the other 167 hours of the week. We must become a church that moves the needle on the work of the Kingdom every hour o… Pastor John Butler 2653 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21939330/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cl168seriespart4mendedforminis/id/3779904.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21939330 mended, ministry, 168, hours, week, church, holes, holy, called, created, gifted, dirty, clean, presence Sun, 20 Feb 2022 09:57:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler We’re continuing our CL168 Series, exploring how we can be a church that leverages our one hour of corporate worship to empower and equip the body to be the church for the other 167 hours of each week. This week, we’re talking about what church membership looks like biblically. Instead of deconstructing church membership in order to refute some of the common membership myths, we’re getting to the heart of the matter and discussing three important characteristics membership for a 168-hours-per-week church. We’re continuing our CL168 Series, exploring how we can be a church that leverages our one hour of corporate worship to empower and equip the body to be the church for the other 167 hours of each week. This week, we’re talking about what church membership looks like biblically. Instead of deconstructing church membership in order to refute some of the common membership myths, we’re getting to the heart of the matter and discussing three important characteristics membership for a 168-hours-per-week church. We’re continuing our CL168 Series, exploring how we can be a church that leverages our one hour of corporate worship to empower and equip the body to be the church for the other 167 hours of each week. This week, we’re talking about what church member… Pastor John Butler 2498 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21935761/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cl168seriespart3churchmembersh/id/3776450.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21935761 168, hours, kingdom, week, church, membership, biblical, mindset, connected, body, together, connection, committed, cause, submitted, shepherd, leader Sun, 13 Feb 2022 17:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler To ensure that our concept and understanding of church has not become skewed, we must first figure out who the church is. There is a capital Church and a lowercase church. You can be part of the Church and not be a part of Covenant Life, and if that is true, you might be right where God wants you. However, what you don’t want to do is be part of Covenant Life or some other lowercase church and not really be a part of the capital, overall Church. This week, we’re continuing our CL168 series, exploring the idea that we should leverage our one-hour church service to be effective in the other 167 hours of the week. The goal is to align with the biblical concept of church and be a congregation that moves the needle on the work of the Kingdom of God all 168 hours of every week. To ensure that our concept and understanding of church has not become skewed, we must first figure out who the church is. There is a capital Church and a lowercase church. You can be part of the Church and not be a part of Covenant Life, and if that is true, you might be right where God wants you. However, what you don’t want to do is be part of Covenant Life or some other lowercase church and not really be a part of the capital, overall Church. This week, we’re continuing our CL168 series, exploring the idea that we should leverage our one-hour church service to be effective in the other 167 hours of the week. The goal is to align with the biblical concept of church and be a congregation that moves the needle on the work of the Kingdom of God all 168 hours of every week. To ensure that our concept and understanding of church has not become skewed, we must first figure out who the church is. There is a capital Church and a lowercase church. You can be part of the Church and not be a part of Covenant Life, and if that is… Pastor John Butler 2627 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21933029/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_areyouin/id/3773764.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21933029 opposite, biblical, church, effective, 168, hours, week, member, body, Jesus, prayer, savior, master, soul, shortfall, sin, invitation Sun, 06 Feb 2022 21:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, Pastor John is sharing the annual State of the Church message, looking back at our ministry impact in 2021. Together, we’ll explore what we saw in the areas of attendance, giving and The Jericho Project, and we will discuss our church’s three areas of prayer for 2022. This week, Pastor John is sharing the annual State of the Church message, looking back at our ministry impact in 2021. Together, we’ll explore what we saw in the areas of attendance, giving and The Jericho Project, and we will discuss our church’s three areas of prayer for 2022. This week, Pastor John is sharing the annual State of the Church message, looking back at our ministry impact in 2021. Together, we’ll explore what we saw in the areas of attendance, giving and The Jericho Project, and we will discuss our church’s thre… Pastor John Butler 2938 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21929620/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch2022/id/3770506.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21929620 168, hours, state, church, 2021, numbers, attendance, pandemic, giving, missions, building, Jericho, Project, trafficking, next, vision, pray, first Sun, 30 Jan 2022 21:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler There are 168 hours in a week, and we spend 167 hours in some place other than church. To be both more effective and more biblical, we need to “be transformed by the renewing of our minds” and change the way that we think about church. We spend all 167 hours of the week focused on getting ready for the ministry of a one-hour church service when we should be spending our church services preparing for the ministry of the other 167 hours. This week, we’re exploring the changes we need to make and the fact that our church service should not be the sum total of all the ministry energy we exert. There are 168 hours in a week, and we spend 167 hours in some place other than church. To be both more effective and more biblical, we need to “be transformed by the renewing of our minds” and change the way that we think about church. We spend all 167 hours of the week focused on getting ready for the ministry of a one-hour church service when we should be spending our church services preparing for the ministry of the other 167 hours. This week, we’re exploring the changes we need to make and the fact that our church service should not be the sum total of all the ministry energy we exert. There are 168 hours in a week, and we spend 167 hours in some place other than church. To be both more effective and more biblical, we need to “be transformed by the renewing of our minds” and change the way that we think about church. We spend all 1… Pastor John Butler 2849 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21926594/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cl168seriespart1spiritualurgen/id/3767557.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21926594 spiritual, urgency, 168, hours, church, service, ministry, fans, players, roles, responsibilities, Kingdom, right, wrong, days, evil, do, filled, Spir Mon, 24 Jan 2022 05:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week was officially the Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, as established by President Reagan in 1984. In Genesis 1:27, we find that God is the Creator of persons, and in Acts 10:34, we find out that He is no respecter of those persons. That verse in Genesis is all we need to know about why human life is sacred. It says we are created in the image of God Himself, which means that we have this divine resemblance that makes our lives different than any other created thing. Christians believe that life and personhood begin at conception, but believing in the sanctity of human life means that we believe there is inherent value in every human being — regardless of age, gender, social status or any other reason we may use to rank order the value of other people. Their value is provided to them by their Creator, and the fact that they deserve to be treated with a certain level of decency and dignity that transcends their actions, attitudes or circumstances. Last week was officially the Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, as established by President Reagan in 1984. In Genesis 1:27, we find that God is the Creator of persons, and in Acts 10:34, we find out that He is no respecter of those persons. That verse in Genesis is all we need to know about why human life is sacred. It says we are created in the image of God Himself, which means that we have this divine resemblance that makes our lives different than any other created thing. Christians believe that life and personhood begin at conception, but believing in the sanctity of human life means that we believe there is inherent value in every human being — regardless of age, gender, social status or any other reason we may use to rank order the value of other people. Their value is provided to them by their Creator, and the fact that they deserve to be treated with a certain level of decency and dignity that transcends their actions, attitudes or circumstances. Last week was officially the Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, as established by President Reagan in 1984. In Genesis 1:27, we find that God is the Creator of persons, and in Acts 10:34, we find out that He is no respecter of those persons. That verse in … Pastor John Butler 2601 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21923690/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_goddoesntcareadiscussionofhuma/id/3764875.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21923690 human, life, sanctity, Creator, sacred, conception, image, value, people, believe, God, nationality, race, language, poverty, status, health, record Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we talked about how prayer should not be a last resort for followers of Jesus Christ; it should be our first instinct. As we face each new day, challenge, opportunity and blessing, we should pray first, but as passionate as we should be about facing every situation with prayer, the phrase “pray first” is incomplete. What happens after we pray or while we’re praying has just as much to do with our spiritual health and success as the praying itself. This week, we’ll discuss the missing step in our prayer lives and examine what should happen between faith and works, between praying and doing. Last week, we talked about how prayer should not be a last resort for followers of Jesus Christ; it should be our first instinct. As we face each new day, challenge, opportunity and blessing, we should pray first, but as passionate as we should be about facing every situation with prayer, the phrase “pray first” is incomplete. What happens after we pray or while we’re praying has just as much to do with our spiritual health and success as the praying itself. This week, we’ll discuss the missing step in our prayer lives and examine what should happen between faith and works, between praying and doing. Last week, we talked about how prayer should not be a last resort for followers of Jesus Christ; it should be our first instinct. As we face each new day, challenge, opportunity and blessing, we should pray first, but as passionate as we should be abou… Pastor John Butler 1734 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21923688/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themissingstep/id/3764873.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21923688 pray, first, health, success, faith, works, missing, step, praying, doing, direct, waiting, listening, clarify, work, strengthen, intentionally, diffi Sun, 09 Jan 2022 10:34:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Unfortunately, many believers today view prayer as a last resort instead of recognizing that it is a tremendous privilege to bring our requests before the throne of the Almighty God. Too often, we get ourselves into trouble because we do not pray, so before we plan, brainstorm or call for the wisdom of our counselors, we have to learn to pray first. Have you ever done what seemed right or made an easy decision only to have it be the wrong choice in the end? When we don’t pray first, we can find ourselves on the wrong path, making peace with things that God wanted us to destroy. This week, we will turn to the Bible to learn what happens when we don’t pray first and explore how we should be praying. Unfortunately, many believers today view prayer as a last resort instead of recognizing that it is a tremendous privilege to bring our requests before the throne of the Almighty God. Too often, we get ourselves into trouble because we do not pray, so before we plan, brainstorm or call for the wisdom of our counselors, we have to learn to pray first. Have you ever done what seemed right or made an easy decision only to have it be the wrong choice in the end? When we don’t pray first, we can find ourselves on the wrong path, making peace with things that God wanted us to destroy. This week, we will turn to the Bible to learn what happens when we don’t pray first and explore how we should be praying. Unfortunately, many believers today view prayer as a last resort instead of recognizing that it is a tremendous privilege to bring our requests before the throne of the Almighty God. Too often, we get ourselves into trouble because we do not pray, so b… Pastor John Butler 2383 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21918020/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayfirst/id/3759515.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21918020 pray, first, God, right, wrong, Joshua, plan, brainstorm, wisdom, counselors, sneaky, traps, easy, decisions, honesty, humility, Spirit, throne, trust Sun, 02 Jan 2022 22:47:00 +0000 Cindy Diaz Based on Jesus’s descriptions of faith in Mark 11 and Mark 16, which focus on moving mountains and miraculous signs, how would you rate your faith? Would your ranking change based on certain circumstances? This week, we’re learning how to overcome our doubt and increase our faith when it may be limited. Once our doubts have been dismantled, we can then ask God for more faith, enabling us to accomplish everything that He has planned for us — and our church — in 2022. Based on Jesus’s descriptions of faith in Mark 11 and Mark 16, which focus on moving mountains and miraculous signs, how would you rate your faith? Would your ranking change based on certain circumstances? This week, we’re learning how to overcome our doubt and increase our faith when it may be limited. Once our doubts have been dismantled, we can then ask God for more faith, enabling us to accomplish everything that He has planned for us — and our church — in 2022. Based on Jesus’s descriptions of faith in Mark 11 and Mark 16, which focus on moving mountains and miraculous signs, how would you rate your faith? Would your ranking change based on certain circumstances? This week, we’re learning how to overcome our… Cindy Diaz 2744 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21914094/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_faithtobelieve/id/3755772.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21914094 faith, limit, level, Jesus, acknowledge, doubt, own, disown, testify, God, faithfulness, build, cultivate, believers, Bible, ask, more, Spirit, gift Sun, 26 Dec 2021 10:33:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Every Christmas, we pause for a cute family photo and eat a delicious meal, but after the presents have been opened, we return to life as normal. Stores that close one day each year reopen, and we get back to our normal responsibilities. This week, we’re talking about how we can hold onto the joyful anticipation and hope of the holiday season throughout the year, and it all revolves around slowing down, relying on God and taking the time to truly abide in Christ. Every Christmas, we pause for a cute family photo and eat a delicious meal, but after the presents have been opened, we return to life as normal. Stores that close one day each year reopen, and we get back to our normal responsibilities. This week, we’re talking about how we can hold onto the joyful anticipation and hope of the holiday season throughout the year, and it all revolves around slowing down, relying on God and taking the time to truly abide in Christ. Every Christmas, we pause for a cute family photo and eat a delicious meal, but after the presents have been opened, we return to life as normal. Stores that close one day each year reopen, and we get back to our normal responsibilities. This week, w… Jordan Weathers 3177 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21911109/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_capturingthemoment/id/3752917.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21911109 Christmas, capturing, moment, wonder, joy, hope, anticipation, exalting, abide, Christ, slow, down, stop, trying, start, trusting, reliance Sun, 19 Dec 2021 11:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Did you know the first reference to Christmas in the Bible is not in Matthew or Luke? It’s not even in Isaiah or any of the other prophetic books. It’s in Genesis. No mention of wisemen or shepherds. No angelic visitation, no mangers and no one hating on the poor innkeeper yet. Even so, right there in the first book of the Bible, there it is: a reference to Christmas. This week, we’re talking about the Genesis of Christmas — not just because it’s the book where it’s first referenced but because it’s where it all began. Did you know the first reference to Christmas in the Bible is not in Matthew or Luke? It’s not even in Isaiah or any of the other prophetic books. It’s in Genesis. No mention of wisemen or shepherds. No angelic visitation, no mangers and no one hating on the poor innkeeper yet. Even so, right there in the first book of the Bible, there it is: a reference to Christmas. This week, we’re talking about the Genesis of Christmas — not just because it’s the book where it’s first referenced but because it’s where it all began. Did you know the first reference to Christmas in the Bible is not in Matthew or Luke? It’s not even in Isaiah or any of the other prophetic books. It’s in Genesis. No mention of wisemen or shepherds. No angelic visitation, no mangers and no one hating … Pastor John Butler 1778 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21908114/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegenesisofchristmas/id/3750094.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21908114 Christmas, Bible, Genesis, first, Adam, Eve, Jesus, snake, offspring, seed, born, sign, Mary, virgin, birth, sacrifice, sins, blood, atonement, God, c Sun, 12 Dec 2021 22:47:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler When you read the account of Christmas in the Bible, you will see many people — including the shepherds, Mary, Joseph and Zechariah — who had unforgettable experiences with angels, but there were some major players in the unfolding events who got no direct, divine notice of their role. Not everyone got an angel. While God certainly still speaks to us through angels, He often speaks in ways that are far more subtle today, but He still invites us to participate in His story. This week, we are looking at “The Ones Who Didn’t Get an Angel” and learning some important spiritual truths from three people who played critical roles in the Christmas account but didn’t have an angelic proclamation. When you read the account of Christmas in the Bible, you will see many people — including the shepherds, Mary, Joseph and Zechariah — who had unforgettable experiences with angels, but there were some major players in the unfolding events who got no direct, divine notice of their role. Not everyone got an angel. While God certainly still speaks to us through angels, He often speaks in ways that are far more subtle today, but He still invites us to participate in His story. This week, we are looking at “The Ones Who Didn’t Get an Angel” and learning some important spiritual truths from three people who played critical roles in the Christmas account but didn’t have an angelic proclamation. When you read the account of Christmas in the Bible, you will see many people — including the shepherds, Mary, Joseph and Zechariah — who had unforgettable experiences with angels, but there were some major players in the unfolding events who got no di… Pastor John Butler 2411 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21904994/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theoneswhodidntgetanangel/id/3747193.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21904994 angel, Christmas, shepherds, Mary, Joseph, Zechariah, Jesus, innkeeper, Bethlehem, room, Elizabeth, Holy Spirit, Herod, authority, surrender, great, K Sun, 05 Dec 2021 12:02:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re going to explore the fact that everything in our lives can change in a moment. As a matter of fact, the things that we remember most — the surprise proposal or the surprise break-up, the call with the job offer or the call with the diagnosis — are moments that changed everything. It’s been said over and over, but you should never underestimate the power of a moment. In Luke 2:8-20, the shepherds had a couple of pivotal moments, and they are denoted by the word “suddenly.” That may be why moments are so powerful — because they come on so suddenly. It’s not like the stereotypical tidal wave or alien invasion in a blockbuster movie, where you stand there and watch it coming for you. Instead, it’s a pivot point, a watershed moment in which everything in your life changes direction or purpose. This week, we’re going to explore the fact that everything in our lives can change in a moment. As a matter of fact, the things that we remember most — the surprise proposal or the surprise break-up, the call with the job offer or the call with the diagnosis — are moments that changed everything. It’s been said over and over, but you should never underestimate the power of a moment. In Luke 2:8-20, the shepherds had a couple of pivotal moments, and they are denoted by the word “suddenly.” That may be why moments are so powerful — because they come on so suddenly. It’s not like the stereotypical tidal wave or alien invasion in a blockbuster movie, where you stand there and watch it coming for you. Instead, it’s a pivot point, a watershed moment in which everything in your life changes direction or purpose. This week, we’re going to explore the fact that everything in our lives can change in a moment. As a matter of fact, the things that we remember most — the surprise proposal or the surprise break-up, the call with the job offer or the call with the dia… Pastor John Butler 1953 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21901554/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_suddenly/id/3743839.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21901554 suddenly, moment, change, pivot, shepherds, power, spiritual, planning, intentional, prelude, faithful, believe, God, trust, Christmas, Jesus Sun, 28 Nov 2021 21:47:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, Pastor John shares an update on The Jericho Project, the local and global outreach of Covenant Life to join the fight against human sex trafficking. We’ll look back at the start of the Project and discuss our three-pronged approach to “rescue the Rahabs” and restore the lives of those who have been negatively impact by this terrible issue. We will discuss our work with House of Cherith in Atlanta and provide additional details about our next steps in moving forward with the antique mall property adjacent to our main sanctuary. As we look ahead to the future of The Jericho Project, we are excited about everything that God has planned, and we can’t wait to see lives changes and souls saved as a result of our faithfulness. To learn more about The Jericho Project and keep up with future updates, please visit www.thejerichoprojectwestga.org. This week, Pastor John shares an update on The Jericho Project, the local and global outreach of Covenant Life to join the fight against human sex trafficking. We’ll look back at the start of the Project and discuss our three-pronged approach to “rescue the Rahabs” and restore the lives of those who have been negatively impact by this terrible issue. We will discuss our work with House of Cherith in Atlanta and provide additional details about our next steps in moving forward with the antique mall property adjacent to our main sanctuary. As we look ahead to the future of The Jericho Project, we are excited about everything that God has planned, and we can’t wait to see lives changes and souls saved as a result of our faithfulness. To learn more about The Jericho Project and keep up with future updates, please visit www.thejerichoprojectwestga.org. This week, Pastor John shares an update on The Jericho Project, the local and global outreach of Covenant Life to join the fight against human sex trafficking. We’ll look back at the start of the Project and discuss our three-pronged approach to “rescu… Pastor John Butler 2982 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21898391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theerichoproectnextphase2022/id/3740805.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21898391 Jericho, Project, buildings, community, human, sex, trafficking, outreach, shelter, protection, circle, property, prayer, worship, walls, down, rescue Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re taking a break from our “Humility” series to seek encouragement from the Word of God. The world is full of uncertainty, and many people — both in our local church and the Church at large — are going through serious and difficult situations. In Psalm 46:1 (KJ21), the Bible says that “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” We must remember that trouble doesn’t mean we’re sinful; it just means we’re human. Whenever we face those situations, though, we must also know and believe that God is our refuge and strength. He is always nearby, and He is ready and able to help us! This week, we’re taking a break from our “Humility” series to seek encouragement from the Word of God. The world is full of uncertainty, and many people — both in our local church and the Church at large — are going through serious and difficult situations. In Psalm 46:1 (KJ21), the Bible says that “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” We must remember that trouble doesn’t mean we’re sinful; it just means we’re human. Whenever we face those situations, though, we must also know and believe that God is our refuge and strength. He is always nearby, and He is ready and able to help us! This week, we’re taking a break from our “Humility” series to seek encouragement from the Word of God. The world is full of uncertainty, and many people — both in our local church and the Church at large — are going through serious and difficult situat… Pastor John Butler 3016 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21897759/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_averypresenthelp/id/3740201.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21897759 encouragement, serious, difficult, trouble, tightness, stress, refuge, strength, help, advocate, provides, present, very, quickly, mightily, divine, j Sun, 14 Nov 2021 21:23:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we begin to wrap up our series called “Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith” over the next few weeks, Pastor John will focus on the things that will kill pride and help us walk in the character of Jesus. A few verses after Jesus starts talking to the disciples about the Kingdom at the start of Matthew 18, He tells the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant. This week, we will use this parable to explore how pride impacts generosity. We cannot allow an attitude of hypocrisy to take root in our lives, believing that we deserve to keep what God gave us. Instead, we have to be motivated by humility and integrity. We must recognize that everything we have comes from the King and choose to be generous with all He has given us. As we begin to wrap up our series called “Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith” over the next few weeks, Pastor John will focus on the things that will kill pride and help us walk in the character of Jesus. A few verses after Jesus starts talking to the disciples about the Kingdom at the start of Matthew 18, He tells the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant. This week, we will use this parable to explore how pride impacts generosity. We cannot allow an attitude of hypocrisy to take root in our lives, believing that we deserve to keep what God gave us. Instead, we have to be motivated by humility and integrity. We must recognize that everything we have comes from the King and choose to be generous with all He has given us. As we begin to wrap up our series called “Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith” over the next few weeks, Pastor John will focus on the things that will kill pride and help us walk in the character of Jesus. A few verses after Jesus starts talking to th… Pastor John Butler 2302 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21891292/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3734761.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21891292 generosity, integrity, humility, pride, Kingdom, money, arrogant, protect, humble, surrender, proud, possessions, source, hypocrisy, freely, give, rec Sun, 07 Nov 2021 06:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In this week’s message, Pastor John steps out of his comfort zone, moving aside the pulpit and being honest about what God is doing in his life. By learning about his experiences and focusing on the words of Christ in Matthew 18, we will explore the idea together that everyone has their own way of doing things, and we often put limits on God because of pride. We want to follow Him — but only if we can be successful while doing it. We want to serve others — but only in the areas where we feel well-equipped. We worry about what other people will think if we do things differently, but God wants to use the messy, uncomfortable parts of our lives, too. To truly serve Him with humility, we must get rid of anything that holds us back and destroy (not just think outside of) the box that serves as our comfort zone. In this week’s message, Pastor John steps out of his comfort zone, moving aside the pulpit and being honest about what God is doing in his life. By learning about his experiences and focusing on the words of Christ in Matthew 18, we will explore the idea together that everyone has their own way of doing things, and we often put limits on God because of pride. We want to follow Him — but only if we can be successful while doing it. We want to serve others — but only in the areas where we feel well-equipped. We worry about what other people will think if we do things differently, but God wants to use the messy, uncomfortable parts of our lives, too. To truly serve Him with humility, we must get rid of anything that holds us back and destroy (not just think outside of) the box that serves as our comfort zone. In this week’s message, Pastor John steps out of his comfort zone, moving aside the pulpit and being honest about what God is doing in his life. By learning about his experiences and focusing on the words of Christ in Matthew 18, we will explore the id… Pastor John Butler 2170 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21888241/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3731811.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21888241 humility, child, faith, pride, comfort, box, messy, success, service, trust, time, Jesus, destroy Mon, 01 Nov 2021 03:28:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler This week, we’re continuing our series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith and looking at the ways that pride disrupts our relationship with Jesus. In order to see the destructive properties of pride, we’re looking at the first creation to sin: Lucifer, who we more frequently refer to as Satan or the devil. By looking at his life before he fell, we can be sure that we don’t follow his footsteps. The Bible tells us that God had blessed Lucifer abundantly, but at some point, he stopped focusing on his God-ordained purpose. He started looking at the gifts instead of the Giver. It’s important to remember that the Kingdom of Heaven works backward; it only operates well when you operate in humility. If you operate in pride, the things that you think are good actually have the opposite effect, and sometimes, the blessing is the curse. This week, we’re continuing our series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith and looking at the ways that pride disrupts our relationship with Jesus. In order to see the destructive properties of pride, we’re looking at the first creation to sin: Lucifer, who we more frequently refer to as Satan or the devil. By looking at his life before he fell, we can be sure that we don’t follow his footsteps. The Bible tells us that God had blessed Lucifer abundantly, but at some point, he stopped focusing on his God-ordained purpose. He started looking at the gifts instead of the Giver. It’s important to remember that the Kingdom of Heaven works backward; it only operates well when you operate in humility. If you operate in pride, the things that you think are good actually have the opposite effect, and sometimes, the blessing is the curse. This week, we’re continuing our series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith and looking at the ways that pride disrupts our relationship with Jesus. In order to see the destructive properties of pride, we’re looking at the first creation to sin:… Pastor John Butler 2364 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21884858/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3728601.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21884858 kingdom, humility, pride, Lucifer, gifts, blessing, curse, recognize, source, purpose, steward, faithful, weight, crush, character, crucible, purify Sun, 24 Oct 2021 20:07:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout our lives, we may ask God why we must face difficult situations and circumstances. We may lament the injuries and illnesses that we endure, but we tend to forget that the Lord is incapable of making a mistake. He is always faithful, and if we’re still alive, it means that He has more for us to do and accomplish. Using the experiences of Paul, Elijah and Mephibosheth, Pastor Jeremy talks about how it feels to be left for the dead and the things in our lives that often lead to such an outcome. Together, we will be reminded of the fact that God is always in control. He will never leave us nor forsake us, and as long as He is with us, there is nothing we cannot overcome. Throughout our lives, we may ask God why we must face difficult situations and circumstances. We may lament the injuries and illnesses that we endure, but we tend to forget that the Lord is incapable of making a mistake. He is always faithful, and if we’re still alive, it means that He has more for us to do and accomplish. Using the experiences of Paul, Elijah and Mephibosheth, Pastor Jeremy talks about how it feels to be left for the dead and the things in our lives that often lead to such an outcome. Together, we will be reminded of the fact that God is always in control. He will never leave us nor forsake us, and as long as He is with us, there is nothing we cannot overcome. Throughout our lives, we may ask God why we must face difficult situations and circumstances. We may lament the injuries and illnesses that we endure, but we tend to forget that the Lord is incapable of making a mistake. He is always faithful, and if w… Pastor John Butler 2683 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21881889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3725742.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21881889 humility, faith, Jesus, kingdom, service, restore, pride, position, repent, inheritance, self-promotion, action, motive, why, what, legacy Sun, 17 Oct 2021 21:14:00 +0000 Pastor Jeremy Massengill Throughout our lives, we may ask God why we must face difficult situations and circumstances. We may lament the injuries and illnesses that we endure, but we tend to forget that the Lord is incapable of making a mistake. He is always faithful, and if we’re still alive, it means that He has more for us to do and accomplish. Using the experiences of Paul, Elijah and Mephibosheth, Pastor Jeremy talks about how it feels to be left for the dead and the things in our lives that often lead to such an outcome. Together, we will be reminded of the fact that God is always in control. He will never leave us nor forsake us, and as long as He is with us, there is nothing we cannot overcome. Throughout our lives, we may ask God why we must face difficult situations and circumstances. We may lament the injuries and illnesses that we endure, but we tend to forget that the Lord is incapable of making a mistake. He is always faithful, and if we’re still alive, it means that He has more for us to do and accomplish. Using the experiences of Paul, Elijah and Mephibosheth, Pastor Jeremy talks about how it feels to be left for the dead and the things in our lives that often lead to such an outcome. Together, we will be reminded of the fact that God is always in control. He will never leave us nor forsake us, and as long as He is with us, there is nothing we cannot overcome. Throughout our lives, we may ask God why we must face difficult situations and circumstances. We may lament the injuries and illnesses that we endure, but we tend to forget that the Lord is incapable of making a mistake. He is always faithful, and if w… Pastor Jeremy Massengill 3109 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21878509/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_leftfordead/id/3722580.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21878509 left, dead, pursuit, enemy, God, identity, crisis, foreordained, design, Jesus, alive, more, prevent, comeback, belong, greatest, obstacle, opportunit Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:04:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Pastor John Butler Real. Relational. Reaching. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Pastor John Butler Real. Relational. Reaching. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Pastor John Butler Real. Relational. Reaching. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… Pastor John Butler 2654 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21875162/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3719573.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21875162 Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith Series Part 4 - Pride Prevents Personal Intimacy Sun, 03 Oct 2021 22:04:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Throughout our series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith, we have explored the idea that being effective in the Kingdom of God revolves around being truly and authentically humble. Last week, we talked about the fact that pride prevents personal and spiritual progress. This week, we’re looking at something else that pride prevents: spiritual intimacy. The word intimacy has lots of different applications, but it always includes elements of mutuality, vulnerability, safety, trust, honesty and openness. It’s the same in our relationship with God. Unless both parties embrace those elements, that relationship lacks intimacy and morphs into something unhealthy, unpleasant and unfulfilling. Throughout our series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith, we have explored the idea that being effective in the Kingdom of God revolves around being truly and authentically humble. Last week, we talked about the fact that pride prevents personal and spiritual progress. This week, we’re looking at something else that pride prevents: spiritual intimacy. The word intimacy has lots of different applications, but it always includes elements of mutuality, vulnerability, safety, trust, honesty and openness. It’s the same in our relationship with God. Unless both parties embrace those elements, that relationship lacks intimacy and morphs into something unhealthy, unpleasant and unfulfilling. Throughout our series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith, we have explored the idea that being effective in the Kingdom of God revolves around being truly and authentically humble. Last week, we talked about the fact that pride prevents person… Pastor John Butler 2529 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21871701/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3716210.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21871701 humility, pride, prevents, spiritual, intimacy, mutuality, vulnerability, safety, trust, honesty, openness, humble, relationship, religion, form, free Mon, 27 Sep 2021 01:15:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Last week, we started a new series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith. In the first message, we learned that pride is the opposite of faith. If we have faith in God, we are totally dependent upon Him. If we are full of pride, we are dependent upon ourselves. True faith in Jesus is rooted in humility. This week, we’re going to look at another aspect of the struggle between humility and pride. Many people would suggest that pride is the way to get ahead, the way to succeed and see your dreams come true, but pride can only take you so far. Eventually, you will hit a roadblock, and if you continue on that path, it will lead to destruction. Last week, we started a new series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith. In the first message, we learned that pride is the opposite of faith. If we have faith in God, we are totally dependent upon Him. If we are full of pride, we are dependent upon ourselves. True faith in Jesus is rooted in humility. This week, we’re going to look at another aspect of the struggle between humility and pride. Many people would suggest that pride is the way to get ahead, the way to succeed and see your dreams come true, but pride can only take you so far. Eventually, you will hit a roadblock, and if you continue on that path, it will lead to destruction. Last week, we started a new series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith. In the first message, we learned that pride is the opposite of faith. If we have faith in God, we are totally dependent upon Him. If we are full of pride, we are dependent … Pastor John Butler 2647 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21868487/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3713123.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21868487 faith, Jesus, humility, pride, roadblock, destruction, prevents, progress, personal, offended, question, answer, Kingdom, God, deflect, avoid, truth Sun, 19 Sep 2021 20:14:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Matthew 18, Jesus tells the disciples that they must turn from their sins and become like little children to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Becoming like children does not mean that we become simplistic, shallow, scared and selfish. Instead, we are to become humble and remember that our place is God’s Kingdom will not be determined by our ability, education, worldly wisdom or physical attractiveness. We like to talk about faith, being strong in the Lord, authority, overcoming and being more than conquerors. All of these descriptions are great, true and accurate for those who are in the Kingdom of God, but if humility is the measuring stick, we need to figure out what it means and what it looks like in our lives. Today, we are starting a brand-new series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith. In Matthew 18, Jesus tells the disciples that they must turn from their sins and become like little children to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Becoming like children does not mean that we become simplistic, shallow, scared and selfish. Instead, we are to become humble and remember that our place is God’s Kingdom will not be determined by our ability, education, worldly wisdom or physical attractiveness. We like to talk about faith, being strong in the Lord, authority, overcoming and being more than conquerors. All of these descriptions are great, true and accurate for those who are in the Kingdom of God, but if humility is the measuring stick, we need to figure out what it means and what it looks like in our lives. Today, we are starting a brand-new series called Humility: The Key to Childlike Faith. In Matthew 18, Jesus tells the disciples that they must turn from their sins and become like little children to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Becoming like children does not mean that we become simplistic, shallow, scared and selfish. Instead, we are to… Pastor John Butler 2593 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21865305/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_humilitythekeytochildlikefaith/id/3710069.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21865305 child, faith, Jesus, Kingdom, repent, become, little, children, humility, key, humble, confess, trust, dependence, God, need, pride, hope Sun, 12 Sep 2021 19:06:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Though only five chapters long, the book of James encourages us to be doers of God’s Word. We’re not meant to merely listen to its teachings; we must take the next step and obey. It’s all about putting our faith into practice — what it commonly called Practical Theology. The faith of every Christian should be one that is not merely known or believed but one that is also acted upon. This doesn’t happen overnight. We don’t just wake up one day and instantly or easily start doing all the things that James says we should do. Instead, it happens through a process that involves our heads, our hearts, and our hands. In this week’s message, we’re going to examine this process to help us gain the information and encouragement needed to be doers of God’s Word. Though only five chapters long, the book of James encourages us to be doers of God’s Word. We’re not meant to merely listen to its teachings; we must take the next step and obey. It’s all about putting our faith into practice — what it commonly called Practical Theology. The faith of every Christian should be one that is not merely known or believed but one that is also acted upon. This doesn’t happen overnight. We don’t just wake up one day and instantly or easily start doing all the things that James says we should do. Instead, it happens through a process that involves our heads, our hearts, and our hands. In this week’s message, we’re going to examine this process to help us gain the information and encouragement needed to be doers of God’s Word. Though only five chapters long, the book of James encourages us to be doers of God’s Word. We’re not meant to merely listen to its teachings; we must take the next step and obey. It’s all about putting our faith into practice — what it commonly called … Jordan Weathers 3877 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21860691/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_practicaltheology/id/3707091.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21860691 James, hope, works, action, doing, practical, theology, head, know, connection, information, application, heart, belief, trust, saved, deeper, God, Wo Sun, 05 Sep 2021 19:05:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams Why do we invest money with someone called a broker? Why is the slowest time of day — when we’re often stuck in traffic and going nowhere — called rush hour? How does glue not stick to the inside of the bottle? Why does spending a lot of time in the sun lighten your hair and darken your skin? Beyond these silly examples, there are many things in our lives that don’t make sense, leading us to feel unsettled or confused. When we face these situations, happens, it is important for us to trust God and know that He is in control. This week, we’ll join Pastor Robby as he discusses the life of Ruth and how she handled circumstances that just didn't make sense. Why do we invest money with someone called a broker? Why is the slowest time of day — when we’re often stuck in traffic and going nowhere — called rush hour? How does glue not stick to the inside of the bottle? Why does spending a lot of time in the sun lighten your hair and darken your skin? Beyond these silly examples, there are many things in our lives that don’t make sense, leading us to feel unsettled or confused. When we face these situations, happens, it is important for us to trust God and know that He is in control. This week, we’ll join Pastor Robby as he discusses the life of Ruth and how she handled circumstances that just didn't make sense. Why do we invest money with someone called a broker? Why is the slowest time of day — when we’re often stuck in traffic and going nowhere — called rush hour? How does glue not stick to the inside of the bottle? Why does spending a lot of time in the su… Pastor Robby Williams 1822 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21856267/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thatdoesntmakesense/id/3703672.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21856267 sense, Ruth, life, falling, new land, unsettled, confusing, return, home, shift, middle, situation, God, ample, adequate, marry, Jesus, obedience Sun, 29 Aug 2021 19:41:00 +0000 John Butler According to Matthew 28, the mission of every Bible-believing church in the world is to go and make disciples. As a matter of fact, it’s called the Great Commission because there is no greater call on the lives of believers than this one. We are to be witnesses of the faith we have in Jesus — not just with our words but with our lives — and help push people along in their spiritual development as followers or disciples of Jesus. It doesn’t matter what else we do, how hard we work or how good we look. If we aren’t making disciples, we’re missing the point. We might be doing lots of important things, but if we fail to do the most important thing, we cannot expect the Father to be pleased with us. To ensure that we’re becoming more effective at doing what the Lord is most concerned about, this week’s message is all about disciple making. According to Matthew 28, the mission of every Bible-believing church in the world is to go and make disciples. As a matter of fact, it’s called the Great Commission because there is no greater call on the lives of believers than this one. We are to be witnesses of the faith we have in Jesus — not just with our words but with our lives — and help push people along in their spiritual development as followers or disciples of Jesus. It doesn’t matter what else we do, how hard we work or how good we look. If we aren’t making disciples, we’re missing the point. We might be doing lots of important things, but if we fail to do the most important thing, we cannot expect the Father to be pleased with us. To ensure that we’re becoming more effective at doing what the Lord is most concerned about, this week’s message is all about disciple making. According to Matthew 28, the mission of every Bible-believing church in the world is to go and make disciples. As a matter of fact, it’s called the Great Commission because there is no greater call on the lives of believers than this one. We are to be … John Butler 2164 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21853558/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_disciplemaking/id/3701248.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21853558 mission, go, make, disciples, Great Commission, help, Jesus, production, reproduction, discipleship, yoke, ox, power, Christ, relationship, lead, guid Sun, 22 Aug 2021 23:27:00 +0000 John Butler In Luke 4:18-19, Jesus makes it clear that it’s His will for you to be saved, healed and set free. As we begin or continue to walk on the path to freedom, we have to remember that it’s God’s will for us to be free and to be healed of our emotional pain and mental strongholds that have clouded our judgment for so long. This week, we will examine the four words that Jesus used to get free from His soul pain and how the same words can bring freedom and healing for us. The Bible tells us that Jesus felt overwhelming pain in His soul the night before He was to be crucified. He felt it, but He was not bound by it. He used the resources and took the steps we discussed in previous weeks, but it was four words that finally set Him free: Your Will Be Done. When He said those words and settled it in His heart, His soul was settled, His mind was clear, and the plan of God was in full motion. In Luke 4:18-19, Jesus makes it clear that it’s His will for you to be saved, healed and set free. As we begin or continue to walk on the path to freedom, we have to remember that it’s God’s will for us to be free and to be healed of our emotional pain and mental strongholds that have clouded our judgment for so long. This week, we will examine the four words that Jesus used to get free from His soul pain and how the same words can bring freedom and healing for us. The Bible tells us that Jesus felt overwhelming pain in His soul the night before He was to be crucified. He felt it, but He was not bound by it. He used the resources and took the steps we discussed in previous weeks, but it was four words that finally set Him free: Your Will Be Done. When He said those words and settled it in His heart, His soul was settled, His mind was clear, and the plan of God was in full motion. In Luke 4:18-19, Jesus makes it clear that it’s His will for you to be saved, healed and set free. As we begin or continue to walk on the path to freedom, we have to remember that it’s God’s will for us to be free and to be healed of our emotional pain… John Butler 2675 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21850138/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fourwordsoffreedom/id/3698044.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21850138 path, freedom, fight, community, Word, Spirit, embrace, reject, focus, will, God, free, four, words, your will be done, Jesus, rest, follow, shepherd, Mon, 16 Aug 2021 02:31:00 +0000 John Butler This week, we’re continuing to look at the specific steps that we must take to push through our soul pain toward the freedom that awaits us. We talked about the first step — Embrace the Pain — last week, and now, we’re going to talk about the second step: Reject the Shame. According to Matthew 26, Jesus said that His soul was “overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death,” but He knew that dying for our sins on the cross was God’s plan and would not allow anything or anyone to shame Him out of following the path to freedom. Shame may be the number one obstacle to our freedom, but if we’re going to reject the shame, we need to understand some things about it first. We recently learned that all our chains are rooted in our own sin or other people’s sin against us, and as we examine the very first sin in human history and see how fast shame shows up in Genesis, we will learn some valuable lessons about how we can resist the enemy’s attempts at shame, guilt and condemnation that so often keep us in chains. This week, we’re continuing to look at the specific steps that we must take to push through our soul pain toward the freedom that awaits us. We talked about the first step — Embrace the Pain — last week, and now, we’re going to talk about the second step: Reject the Shame. According to Matthew 26, Jesus said that His soul was “overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death,” but He knew that dying for our sins on the cross was God’s plan and would not allow anything or anyone to shame Him out of following the path to freedom. Shame may be the number one obstacle to our freedom, but if we’re going to reject the shame, we need to understand some things about it first. We recently learned that all our chains are rooted in our own sin or other people’s sin against us, and as we examine the very first sin in human history and see how fast shame shows up in Genesis, we will learn some valuable lessons about how we can resist the enemy’s attempts at shame, guilt and condemnation that so often keep us in chains. This week, we’re continuing to look at the specific steps that we must take to push through our soul pain toward the freedom that awaits us. We talked about the first step — Embrace the Pain — last week, and now, we’re going to talk about the second st… John Butler 2320 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21847078/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stepstofreedomreecttheshame/id/3695053.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21847078 soul, problem, freedom, reject, shame, pain, Jesus, cross, curse, chains, sin, lie, excluded, fear, rejection, separates, others, quiet, bound, God, s Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:49:00 +0000 John Butler Who or what is driving your life? Is it fear? Pain? Revenge? Desperation? Rage? Addiction? Past abuse? Whatever or whomever is driving determines the course, the speed and the destination, and as we learned last week, if you are not submitting to the guidance of the Holy Spirit in your daily decisions, you need to stop and switch seats because at least one area of your life is out of control. We’ve spent some time examining the resources that will help us get free, but if we’re going to walk the path of freedom, what steps should we take? This week, we’re looking at the first step toward freedom: Embrace the Pain. In Matthew, we read about Jesus overcoming soul-crushing grief to accomplish God’s will, and if we want to do the same and experience the freedom that is waiting for us on the other side, we must have the courage to embrace the pain of healing. Who or what is driving your life? Is it fear? Pain? Revenge? Desperation? Rage? Addiction? Past abuse? Whatever or whomever is driving determines the course, the speed and the destination, and as we learned last week, if you are not submitting to the guidance of the Holy Spirit in your daily decisions, you need to stop and switch seats because at least one area of your life is out of control. We’ve spent some time examining the resources that will help us get free, but if we’re going to walk the path of freedom, what steps should we take? This week, we’re looking at the first step toward freedom: Embrace the Pain. In Matthew, we read about Jesus overcoming soul-crushing grief to accomplish God’s will, and if we want to do the same and experience the freedom that is waiting for us on the other side, we must have the courage to embrace the pain of healing. Who or what is driving your life? Is it fear? Pain? Revenge? Desperation? Rage? Addiction? Past abuse? Whatever or whomever is driving determines the course, the speed and the destination, and as we learned last week, if you are not submitting to the g… John Butler 2414 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21831157/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stepstofreedomembracethepain/id/3692245.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21831157 steps, freedom, driving, Holy Spirit, Jesus, free, courage, healing, community, Word, embrace, pain, proud, problem, stories, examples, experience Mon, 02 Aug 2021 01:07:00 +0000 John Butler For the last several weeks, we have been going through a series called The Path to Freedom. We know that Jesus lived on the earth and died on the cross to set us free, but far too many of us — maybe all of us in at least one area — are still living in bondage. If we are ever going to experience the freedom that Jesus died to provide, we’re going to have to join Him on this path to freedom. Over the past two weeks, we’ve been talking about the specific resources that Jesus gives us to help us get free, and in today’s message, we’re going to talk about the third resource: the Holy Spirit. Only by surrendering to and relying on the Holy Spirit can we discover the truth, power and self-control that we need to trust God as we navigate this life of faith. For the last several weeks, we have been going through a series called The Path to Freedom. We know that Jesus lived on the earth and died on the cross to set us free, but far too many of us — maybe all of us in at least one area — are still living in bondage. If we are ever going to experience the freedom that Jesus died to provide, we’re going to have to join Him on this path to freedom. Over the past two weeks, we’ve been talking about the specific resources that Jesus gives us to help us get free, and in today’s message, we’re going to talk about the third resource: the Holy Spirit. Only by surrendering to and relying on the Holy Spirit can we discover the truth, power and self-control that we need to trust God as we navigate this life of faith. For the last several weeks, we have been going through a series called The Path to Freedom. We know that Jesus lived on the earth and died on the cross to set us free, but far too many of us — maybe all of us in at least one area — are still living in … John Butler 2718 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21827988/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thespiritoffreedom/id/3689565.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21827988 freedom, Holy Spirit, truth, Jesus, death, destiny, faith, guide, trap, survive, lead, free, direction, control, nothing, everything, calling, carryin Sun, 25 Jul 2021 06:07:00 +0000 John Butler The ministry of Jesus is the same ministry of the Word of God, and that is to set people free from sin, from sickness, from soul wounds, from chains, from slavery — free from anything and everything that holds us down. Jesus literally died to set us free. Then, He gave us His Word as a resource to help us get free. Why are so many of us still walking around in chains? It’s time to get set free, and one of the resources Jesus gave us is His Word, which is The Gospel of Freedom. The ministry of Jesus is the same ministry of the Word of God, and that is to set people free from sin, from sickness, from soul wounds, from chains, from slavery — free from anything and everything that holds us down. Jesus literally died to set us free. Then, He gave us His Word as a resource to help us get free. Why are so many of us still walking around in chains? It’s time to get set free, and one of the resources Jesus gave us is His Word, which is The Gospel of Freedom. The ministry of Jesus is the same ministry of the Word of God, and that is to set people free from sin, from sickness, from soul wounds, from chains, from slavery — free from anything and everything that holds us down. Jesus literally died to set us f… John Butler 3036 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21824641/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegospeloffreedom/id/3686202.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21824641 freedom, free, chains, resources, community, Word, God, Bible, truth, limiting, lie, replaces, believed, weapon, loved, accepted, declare, water, wash Sun, 18 Jul 2021 21:44:00 +0000 John Butler This week, we’re continuing to talk about the path to freedom, getting free from our bad habits and addictions, hurts and pain, chains and challenges. Anything that keeps you stuck in an action, attitude or feeling is an area where you need freedom, but how does that happen in a practical way? Christians in the American church often fall prey to the mindset of rugged individualism, but if we look closely at the ministry of Jesus, we’ll see that He was almost never alone. Every now and then, He would sneak away and pray by Himself, but other than that, everything He did, said and experienced was in community. There’s no way around it; we need each other on this path to freedom. This week, we’re continuing to talk about the path to freedom, getting free from our bad habits and addictions, hurts and pain, chains and challenges. Anything that keeps you stuck in an action, attitude or feeling is an area where you need freedom, but how does that happen in a practical way? Christians in the American church often fall prey to the mindset of rugged individualism, but if we look closely at the ministry of Jesus, we’ll see that He was almost never alone. Every now and then, He would sneak away and pray by Himself, but other than that, everything He did, said and experienced was in community. There’s no way around it; we need each other on this path to freedom. This week, we’re continuing to talk about the path to freedom, getting free from our bad habits and addictions, hurts and pain, chains and challenges. Anything that keeps you stuck in an action, attitude or feeling is an area where you need freedom, bu… John Butler 2639 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21821820/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acommunityoffreedom/id/3683506.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21821820 path, freedom, soul, Jesus, church, individualism, community, cross, resource, helper, weight, chains, sore, free, glory, grace Sun, 11 Jul 2021 21:58:00 +0000 John Butler Galatians 5:1 tells us that Jesus died to set us free, but it doesn’t just say that He did it; it tells us why He did it. He didn’t just save us because we were slaves to our sin. He did it because He wanted us to be free. In other words, He didn’t just set us free FROM something; He is setting us free TO something. The freedom that Jesus offers is the absolute best for us. When we get free from the things that are holding us down, it loosens us up to experience all that He has for us. This week, we’re going to look at the areas of our lives in which we need freedom — the things we do, say, think and feel — to help us become a soul set free. Galatians 5:1 tells us that Jesus died to set us free, but it doesn’t just say that He did it; it tells us why He did it. He didn’t just save us because we were slaves to our sin. He did it because He wanted us to be free. In other words, He didn’t just set us free FROM something; He is setting us free TO something. The freedom that Jesus offers is the absolute best for us. When we get free from the things that are holding us down, it loosens us up to experience all that He has for us. This week, we’re going to look at the areas of our lives in which we need freedom — the things we do, say, think and feel — to help us become a soul set free. Galatians 5:1 tells us that Jesus died to set us free, but it doesn’t just say that He did it; it tells us why He did it. He didn’t just save us because we were slaves to our sin. He did it because He wanted us to be free. In other words, He didn’t jus… John Butler 2419 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21821599/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_asoulsoulfree/id/3683290.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21821599 freedom, Jesus, fight, do, say, think, feel, soul, free, chains, thinking, lie, bondage, habit, words, brains Sun, 04 Jul 2021 09:39:00 +0000 John Butler Even though the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, it was not until 1783 that all of the British soldiers were off American soil. This is because freedom isn’t simply declared; it’s won. The freedom that Jesus offers is manifested in our lives as we allow Him to change us. He unlocks the chains, but we have to step out of them. By studying the story of Israel following the exodus from Egypt, we’ll learn that becoming more like Jesus and walking closer to the freedom that He offers will bring us face-to-face with giants of our own. Like Caleb and Joshua, though, we’ll discover something that the other 10 spies did not know: freedom is worth the fight. Even though the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, it was not until 1783 that all of the British soldiers were off American soil. This is because freedom isn’t simply declared; it’s won. The freedom that Jesus offers is manifested in our lives as we allow Him to change us. He unlocks the chains, but we have to step out of them. By studying the story of Israel following the exodus from Egypt, we’ll learn that becoming more like Jesus and walking closer to the freedom that He offers will bring us face-to-face with giants of our own. Like Caleb and Joshua, though, we’ll discover something that the other 10 spies did not know: freedom is worth the fight. Even though the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, it was not until 1783 that all of the British soldiers were off American soil. This is because freedom isn’t simply declared; it’s won. The freedom that Jesus offers is manifested in our l… John Butler 2243 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21815384/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_freedomisworththefight/id/3677234.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21815384 declaration, independence, freedom, won, worth, fight, influence, forces, salvation, sanctification, Christ, Jesus, God, Israel, Egypt, free, enemy, g Sun, 27 Jun 2021 22:57:00 +0000 Darron Reese Sometimes, when things are going well in our lives, we put God on the back burner. We believe that we have everything under control, and it’s not until we’re at the end of our rope and have nowhere else to go that we reach out to God. Even then, we try to make things better with our own power and effort. This week, Darron Reese uses an example from the Old Testament to illustrate how this way of living keeps us from receiving and achieving God’s best for our lives. Often, by not trusting God, we allow things in our lives that shouldn’t be there, and we find ourselves holding on to beliefs, behaviors or relationships that God wants us to get rid of. On the other hand, if we can learn to trust God with our nothing, we allow Him to miraculously turn it into something. Sometimes, when things are going well in our lives, we put God on the back burner. We believe that we have everything under control, and it’s not until we’re at the end of our rope and have nowhere else to go that we reach out to God. Even then, we try to make things better with our own power and effort. This week, Darron Reese uses an example from the Old Testament to illustrate how this way of living keeps us from receiving and achieving God’s best for our lives. Often, by not trusting God, we allow things in our lives that shouldn’t be there, and we find ourselves holding on to beliefs, behaviors or relationships that God wants us to get rid of. On the other hand, if we can learn to trust God with our nothing, we allow Him to miraculously turn it into something. Sometimes, when things are going well in our lives, we put God on the back burner. We believe that we have everything under control, and it’s not until we’re at the end of our rope and have nowhere else to go that we reach out to God. Even then, we try… Darron Reese 2182 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21812544/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fromnothingsomething/id/3674458.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21812544 trust, God, back burner, control, things, holding, nothing, something, bless, life, woman, miracles, Elisha, Elijah, oil, scraps, vessels, debts, empt Mon, 21 Jun 2021 03:56:00 +0000 Mitchell Cash This week, Mitchell Cash, the leader of Covenant Life’s Men’s Ministry, shares his testimony. From wanting to be just like his dad when he was growing up to becoming a father himself, Mitchell opens up about the difficult road that he faced and the lessons that he learned on his way to becoming the man he is today. In this message, Mitchell talks about his decades-long struggle with alcohol, how he started drinking at a young age and how that addiction impacted those around him — especially his children. Thankfully, Mitchell was determined to leave a different legacy and be more than a “just good enough” father. This week, Mitchell Cash, the leader of Covenant Life’s Men’s Ministry, shares his testimony. From wanting to be just like his dad when he was growing up to becoming a father himself, Mitchell opens up about the difficult road that he faced and the lessons that he learned on his way to becoming the man he is today. In this message, Mitchell talks about his decades-long struggle with alcohol, how he started drinking at a young age and how that addiction impacted those around him — especially his children. Thankfully, Mitchell was determined to leave a different legacy and be more than a “just good enough” father. This week, Mitchell Cash, the leader of Covenant Life’s Men’s Ministry, shares his testimony. From wanting to be just like his dad when he was growing up to becoming a father himself, Mitchell opens up about the difficult road that he faced and the les… Mitchell Cash 984 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21808602/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_recoveringustgoodenoughfather/id/3671508.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21808602 good, enough, father, men, dad, hero, respect, sports, love, family, drink, alcohol, DUI, babies, children, God, heart, faith, changed, passion, minis Sun, 13 Jun 2021 20:55:00 +0000 John Butler Over the past couple of weeks, we have learned that it is healthy to come to the conclusion that “I Can’t.” I can’t save myself. I can’t change myself. I can’t meet God’s expectations in my own power. However, by relying on the Lord’s strength and His great promises, we can share in His nature, putting off the old way of life and putting on Christ instead. Putting on Christ is like taking off old dirty clothes and putting on new, clean clothes, and the Bible likens it to shining armor, which is described in detail in Ephesians 6. This armor is one of those great promises of God that empowers us to be like Christ. This week, we’re going to continue looking at the armor and talk about how to put on each piece. Over the past couple of weeks, we have learned that it is healthy to come to the conclusion that “I Can’t.” I can’t save myself. I can’t change myself. I can’t meet God’s expectations in my own power. However, by relying on the Lord’s strength and His great promises, we can share in His nature, putting off the old way of life and putting on Christ instead. Putting on Christ is like taking off old dirty clothes and putting on new, clean clothes, and the Bible likens it to shining armor, which is described in detail in Ephesians 6. This armor is one of those great promises of God that empowers us to be like Christ. This week, we’re going to continue looking at the armor and talk about how to put on each piece. Over the past couple of weeks, we have learned that it is healthy to come to the conclusion that “I Can’t.” I can’t save myself. I can’t change myself. I can’t meet God’s expectations in my own power. However, by relying on the Lord’s strength and His … John Butler 2639 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21805679/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_puttingonchristpart2/id/3668674.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21805679 can’t, change, save, promises, putting, Christ, armor, helmet, salvation, actions, thoughts, breastplate, righteousness, shoes, belt, truth, shield Sun, 06 Jun 2021 21:54:00 +0000 John Butler Like marriage, salvation is a covenant, and there is an exchange, a difference that must take place in the life of a follower of Jesus. We have to stop living the way we used to live and start living the way Jesus lived. We have to throw off our old nature and put on our new nature in Christ. You should be able to tell by watching someone whether they are a follower of Jesus because followers of Christ should have different actions, attitudes and motives, but it’s important to remember that we can’t change on our own. We can only stop doing the things of the old nature and start doing the things of the new nature by embracing “I can’t” and putting on Christ. Like marriage, salvation is a covenant, and there is an exchange, a difference that must take place in the life of a follower of Jesus. We have to stop living the way we used to live and start living the way Jesus lived. We have to throw off our old nature and put on our new nature in Christ. You should be able to tell by watching someone whether they are a follower of Jesus because followers of Christ should have different actions, attitudes and motives, but it’s important to remember that we can’t change on our own. We can only stop doing the things of the old nature and start doing the things of the new nature by embracing “I can’t” and putting on Christ. Like marriage, salvation is a covenant, and there is an exchange, a difference that must take place in the life of a follower of Jesus. We have to stop living the way we used to live and start living the way Jesus lived. We have to throw off our old na… John Butler 2986 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21802572/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepoweroficantpart3puttingonc/id/3665674.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21802572 interests, motives, covenant, exchange, old, new, nature, Christ, difference, putting on, can’t, helmet, salvation, brain, mind, knowledge, doubt, def Sun, 30 May 2021 20:39:00 +0000 John Butler Philippians 4:13 and John 15:5 form the foundation of the life of a follower of Jesus, but too often, we don’t believe them, don’t understand them or simply don’t put them into practice. Our salvation is entirely and completely dependent upon the power of Christ and His sacrifice for us, and there is no sinner too far gone for the power of Christ’s love to pull them back and no sin too difficult and too dirty for the blood of Jesus to wash it clean. What do we do now after we’ve surrendered our lives to Jesus? It is now the will of God for us to become like Jesus and continue His work. How do we do that? In our own flesh, we are no more righteous than we were before we got saved. In our own power, we are no more able to keep the rules than before we got saved. How in the world can He expect us to be like Jesus? By continuing to walk in The Power of I Can’t. Philippians 4:13 and John 15:5 form the foundation of the life of a follower of Jesus, but too often, we don’t believe them, don’t understand them or simply don’t put them into practice. Our salvation is entirely and completely dependent upon the power of Christ and His sacrifice for us, and there is no sinner too far gone for the power of Christ’s love to pull them back and no sin too difficult and too dirty for the blood of Jesus to wash it clean. What do we do now after we’ve surrendered our lives to Jesus? It is now the will of God for us to become like Jesus and continue His work. How do we do that? In our own flesh, we are no more righteous than we were before we got saved. In our own power, we are no more able to keep the rules than before we got saved. How in the world can He expect us to be like Jesus? By continuing to walk in The Power of I Can’t. Philippians 4:13 and John 15:5 form the foundation of the life of a follower of Jesus, but too often, we don’t believe them, don’t understand them or simply don’t put them into practice. Our salvation is entirely and completely dependent upon the power… John Butler 2808 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21799288/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepoweroficantpart2/id/3662473.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21799288 power, can’t, surrender, sacrifice, saved, grace, faith, rule-keeping, relationship, strength, inability, liability, advance, responsibility, Christia Mon, 24 May 2021 03:49:00 +0000 John Butler hear that verse and get stuck on the phrase “I can,” but those are not the two most important words in the verse. Instead, the most important words are “through Christ.” If we overlook those two words, we’re left to accomplish everything in our own power, but our human ability can only take us so far. The things of eternity cannot be accomplished by human effort. If we want to become like Jesus and truly connect with Him, we must rely on His ability and humbly rest in the power of “I can’t.” hear that verse and get stuck on the phrase “I can,” but those are not the two most important words in the verse. Instead, the most important words are “through Christ.” If we overlook those two words, we’re left to accomplish everything in our own power, but our human ability can only take us so far. The things of eternity cannot be accomplished by human effort. If we want to become like Jesus and truly connect with Him, we must rely on His ability and humbly rest in the power of “I can’t.” hear that verse and get stuck on the phrase “I can,” but those are not the two most important words in the verse. Instead, the most important words are “through Christ.” If we overlook those two words, we’re left to accomplish everything in our own pow… John Butler 2336 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21796035/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepoweroficant/id/3659320.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21796035 self-esteem, can, power, human, weak, can’t, nothing, Jesus, humility, save, sinner, righteousness, believe, dependence, abide, truth Sun, 16 May 2021 19:12:00 +0000 Mark Wilkin We often see ourselves in light of our faults, failures, mistakes, hopes and dreams — the things we wish that we could change about or do with our lives. However, we can’t allow those things to define who we are. This week, we’ll discover how we can be free from that limited view of our identity and learn how we can allow God to define us. It’s not about our surroundings; it’s about our surrender. As we grow in our relationship with Christ, we will begin to see ourselves the way that God sees us. We often see ourselves in light of our faults, failures, mistakes, hopes and dreams — the things we wish that we could change about or do with our lives. However, we can’t allow those things to define who we are. This week, we’ll discover how we can be free from that limited view of our identity and learn how we can allow God to define us. It’s not about our surroundings; it’s about our surrender. As we grow in our relationship with Christ, we will begin to see ourselves the way that God sees us. We often see ourselves in light of our faults, failures, mistakes, hopes and dreams — the things we wish that we could change about or do with our lives. However, we can’t allow those things to define who we are. This week, we’ll discover how we can be… Mark Wilkin 2304 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21792825/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_identificationunknown/id/3656325.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21792825 identity, mistakes, dreams, plans, surroundings, free, understand, value, God, accepts, expand, breathe, completely, surrender Sun, 09 May 2021 07:54:00 +0000 John Butler In Acts 9:36-42, we read about the passing of a disciple named Tabitha, and although she was ultimately resurrected by Peter, the widows from her community showed up in mass. Instead of just sharing heartwarming stories about her, each brought something to remember her by, evidence of her impact on their lives. These ladies all stood there with robes and other clothes that Tabitha had made for them in their moments of distress, which served as expressions of her love for them, but more than that, they were reminders of her life and her character. This week, Pastor John discusses the qualities and characteristics that he sees in his mother’s belongings and explores the topic of the legacy we leave behind every day. In Acts 9:36-42, we read about the passing of a disciple named Tabitha, and although she was ultimately resurrected by Peter, the widows from her community showed up in mass. Instead of just sharing heartwarming stories about her, each brought something to remember her by, evidence of her impact on their lives. These ladies all stood there with robes and other clothes that Tabitha had made for them in their moments of distress, which served as expressions of her love for them, but more than that, they were reminders of her life and her character. This week, Pastor John discusses the qualities and characteristics that he sees in his mother’s belongings and explores the topic of the legacy we leave behind every day. In Acts 9:36-42, we read about the passing of a disciple named Tabitha, and although she was ultimately resurrected by Peter, the widows from her community showed up in mass. Instead of just sharing heartwarming stories about her, each brought somethin… John Butler 2265 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21789517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mamasglasses/id/3653080.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21789517 mothers, Tabitha, widow, compassion, generosity, mama, glasses, cups, humility, hospitality, home, memory, legacy, impact, believe, teach, kindness, g Sun, 02 May 2021 06:29:00 +0000 John Butler What’s most important during an infant’s formative years is that they learn the love of a parent. That is the things that gives them the ability, the confidence, the knowledge and the security to move forward in their lives. It’s gives them the ability to receive correction and strive for higher standards. They learn to trust the love of the parent. It’s the same with newly converted Christians. We need to give them time and emphasize the importance of learning the heart of the Father. Instead of conforming them to some external standard of behavior, we need to introduce them to the Word and the presence of God. After all, before a person learns to act or talk like Jesus, they must learn to know Him and love Him. It’s all about the love of the Father. What’s most important during an infant’s formative years is that they learn the love of a parent. That is the things that gives them the ability, the confidence, the knowledge and the security to move forward in their lives. It’s gives them the ability to receive correction and strive for higher standards. They learn to trust the love of the parent. It’s the same with newly converted Christians. We need to give them time and emphasize the importance of learning the heart of the Father. Instead of conforming them to some external standard of behavior, we need to introduce them to the Word and the presence of God. After all, before a person learns to act or talk like Jesus, they must learn to know Him and love Him. It’s all about the love of the Father. What’s most important during an infant’s formative years is that they learn the love of a parent. That is the things that gives them the ability, the confidence, the knowledge and the security to move forward in their lives. It’s gives them the ability… John Butler 2881 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21786271/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theloveofthefather/id/3649924.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21786271 love, Father, infant, believers, Christ, character, rules, relationship, relentless, learn, earn, revelatory, foundation, repent, renounce, heal, pray Sun, 25 Apr 2021 19:29:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Running is a word that is mentioned in some form or fashion more than 100 times in the Old Testament, and throughout the New Testament, including Hebrews 12:1-2, it serves as one of the primary metaphors to describe the Christian faith. If the Christian faith is an endurance race, what do we need to know and do to run it well, so we can say at the end of our lives — like Paul —that we’ve finished the race and our efforts were not in vain? Running is a word that is mentioned in some form or fashion more than 100 times in the Old Testament, and throughout the New Testament, including Hebrews 12:1-2, it serves as one of the primary metaphors to describe the Christian faith. If the Christian faith is an endurance race, what do we need to know and do to run it well, so we can say at the end of our lives — like Paul —that we’ve finished the race and our efforts were not in vain? Running is a word that is mentioned in some form or fashion more than 100 times in the Old Testament, and throughout the New Testament, including Hebrews 12:1-2, it serves as one of the primary metaphors to describe the Christian faith. If the Christia… Jordan Weathers 2817 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21782654/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_runyourrace/id/3646430.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21782654 run, endurance, race, faith, witnesses, look, around, community, people, leave, baggage, behind, weight, sin, marathon, live, ahead, Jesus, comparison Sun, 18 Apr 2021 17:20:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler The longer that a person lives, the more he or she realizes that lots of things in life are complicated. Things seem so simple when you’re young. For the most part, life will be full of good things and, occasionally, bad things. You’ll have great relationships with wonderful people. You’ll learn to avoid the people who will bring you pain. You’ll be very careful about the decisions you make and the people you choose to be around. Then, you reach a certain age and realize that not everything or everyone will fit neatly into your categories of good things and bad things. It is disappointing and confusing to realize that there are a whole lot of things in life about which you just have to say, “It’s complicated,” and this week, we’re going to explore what the Word says about dealing with these complicated situations and relationships. The longer that a person lives, the more he or she realizes that lots of things in life are complicated. Things seem so simple when you’re young. For the most part, life will be full of good things and, occasionally, bad things. You’ll have great relationships with wonderful people. You’ll learn to avoid the people who will bring you pain. You’ll be very careful about the decisions you make and the people you choose to be around. Then, you reach a certain age and realize that not everything or everyone will fit neatly into your categories of good things and bad things. It is disappointing and confusing to realize that there are a whole lot of things in life about which you just have to say, “It’s complicated,” and this week, we’re going to explore what the Word says about dealing with these complicated situations and relationships. The longer that a person lives, the more he or she realizes that lots of things in life are complicated. Things seem so simple when you’re young. For the most part, life will be full of good things and, occasionally, bad things. You’ll have great relat… Pastor John Butler 2780 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21779092/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itscomplicated/id/3642983.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21779092 relationships, life, complicated, good, bad, grief, bitterness, anger, mourn, forgive, remember, release, repent, renounce, bless Mon, 12 Apr 2021 04:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In Mark 12:18-27, Jesus is responding to a question from the Sadducees and say, “You have made a serious error.” Jesus was plainly pointing out an error in their belief system, and because He is clearly the expert in this situation, it’s important that we pay attention. Jesus’s rebuke was clear, true and brutally honest. He said, “Your mistake is that you don’t know the scriptures, and you don’t know the power of God.” There are many people in the modern American church that fall into one of these ditches, so this week, we’re going to look at the mistakes that Jesus pointed out and make sure we stay far away from them. In Mark 12:18-27, Jesus is responding to a question from the Sadducees and say, “You have made a serious error.” Jesus was plainly pointing out an error in their belief system, and because He is clearly the expert in this situation, it’s important that we pay attention. Jesus’s rebuke was clear, true and brutally honest. He said, “Your mistake is that you don’t know the scriptures, and you don’t know the power of God.” There are many people in the modern American church that fall into one of these ditches, so this week, we’re going to look at the mistakes that Jesus pointed out and make sure we stay far away from them. In Mark 12:18-27, Jesus is responding to a question from the Sadducees and say, “You have made a serious error.” Jesus was plainly pointing out an error in their belief system, and because He is clearly the expert in this situation, it’s important that… Pastor John Butler 2540 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21775294/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesadduceesmistake/id/3639731.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21775294 Sadducees, mistake, scripture, power, God, extremes, Bible, wisdom, holiness, peace, relationship, truth, belief, doctrine, supernatural, Christ Mon, 05 Apr 2021 03:17:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Many who attend church on Easter may walk away wondering what difference the death of a teacher or prophet 2,000 years ago makes on their lives today, and if He did actually rise from the dead, they don’t see how that does anything for them now. To understand the impact of those events on our lives today, we need to realize what Jesus did in the weekend that we know as the first Easter was not a one-time event. He established a pattern that will lead us to a satisfying life — one of freedom that is completely different from the old life. In this week’s message, we’re going to talk about this pattern and how we can all go from Chained to Changed. Many who attend church on Easter may walk away wondering what difference the death of a teacher or prophet 2,000 years ago makes on their lives today, and if He did actually rise from the dead, they don’t see how that does anything for them now. To understand the impact of those events on our lives today, we need to realize what Jesus did in the weekend that we know as the first Easter was not a one-time event. He established a pattern that will lead us to a satisfying life — one of freedom that is completely different from the old life. In this week’s message, we’re going to talk about this pattern and how we can all go from Chained to Changed. Many who attend church on Easter may walk away wondering what difference the death of a teacher or prophet 2,000 years ago makes on their lives today, and if He did actually rise from the dead, they don’t see how that does anything for them now. To un… Pastor John Butler 2284 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21771268/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fromchainedtochanged/id/3635911.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21771268 Easter, Jesus, life, chained, changed, death, burial, resurrection, die, separate, surrender, yourself, abundant Mon, 29 Mar 2021 01:08:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Although "passion" originally came from the Latin lord for suffering, the word has evolved over many centuries. Now, the Oxford English Dictionary defines it as an intense desire or a strong and barely controllable emotion. In this week's message, called The Passions of the Christ, we will look at the events of Jesus' life that got Him fired up. From the Triumphal Entry on Palm Sunday to the hours of prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, we will experience the intense desires and barely controllable emotions of our Savior, and we will spend some time reflecting on our passions too. Why? Because passions reveal priorities. After all, we are only passionate about the things we really care about. Although "passion" originally came from the Latin lord for suffering, the word has evolved over many centuries. Now, the Oxford English Dictionary defines it as an intense desire or a strong and barely controllable emotion. In this week's message, called The Passions of the Christ, we will look at the events of Jesus' life that got Him fired up. From the Triumphal Entry on Palm Sunday to the hours of prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, we will experience the intense desires and barely controllable emotions of our Savior, and we will spend some time reflecting on our passions too. Why? Because passions reveal priorities. After all, we are only passionate about the things we really care about. Although "passion" originally came from the Latin lord for suffering, the word has evolved over many centuries. Now, the Oxford English Dictionary defines it as an intense desire or a strong and barely controllable emotion. In this week's message, call… Pastor John Butler 2359 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21767450/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepassionsofthechrist/id/3632300.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21767450 passion, suffering, desire, emotion, passions, Christ, priorities, praise, worship, people, purity, prayer, purpose Sun, 21 Mar 2021 22:14:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Next week, Christian churches around the world will celebrate Palm Sunday, and look back on the week that led up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. It began with the crowds of people lining the streets, waving palm branches, praising God and expecting Jesus to overthrow the Roman government and set up His earthly kingdom. Jesus knew that the crowd in Jerusalem - and even his own disciples - were confused about the kingdom He came to establish, so He told a parable to clear up any misconceptions before Passion Week began. To ensure that we fully understand His kingdom, it's important for us to look at what He said and what it means for us today. Next week, Christian churches around the world will celebrate Palm Sunday, and look back on the week that led up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. It began with the crowds of people lining the streets, waving palm branches, praising God and expecting Jesus to overthrow the Roman government and set up His earthly kingdom. Jesus knew that the crowd in Jerusalem - and even his own disciples - were confused about the kingdom He came to establish, so He told a parable to clear up any misconceptions before Passion Week began. To ensure that we fully understand His kingdom, it's important for us to look at what He said and what it means for us today. Next week, Christian churches around the world will celebrate Palm Sunday, and look back on the week that led up to Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. It began with the crowds of people lining the streets, waving palm branches, praising God and expec… Pastor John Butler 2731 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21763388/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomclarity/id/3628372.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21763388 palm, Sunday, passion, week, Jesus, kingdom, clarity, king, gone, ascended, coming, Heaven, work, continues, finish, gifts, mercy, money, blessing, so Sun, 14 Mar 2021 19:26:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler In February, the House of Representatives passed a bill called the Equality Act, which seeks to extend protections of the 1964 Civil Rights Act to sexual orientation and gender identification. A similar bill passed the house last year; this version includes a provision that states there can be no exemption based on religious objection. In light of what this legislation could mean for churches around the world if it passes the Senate, we will explore this issue in the context of what God created in the Bible and learn how we can uphold our religious beliefs while treating every single human being with the upmost respect. In February, the House of Representatives passed a bill called the Equality Act, which seeks to extend protections of the 1964 Civil Rights Act to sexual orientation and gender identification. A similar bill passed the house last year; this version includes a provision that states there can be no exemption based on religious objection. In light of what this legislation could mean for churches around the world if it passes the Senate, we will explore this issue in the context of what God created in the Bible and learn how we can uphold our religious beliefs while treating every single human being with the upmost respect. In February, the House of Representatives passed a bill called the Equality Act, which seeks to extend protections of the 1964 Civil Rights Act to sexual orientation and gender identification. A similar bill passed the house last year; this version inc… Pastor John Butler 2712 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21759684/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_tabooserieswhatgodcreated/id/3624791.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21759684 bill, orientation, identification, lifestyle, respect, law, truth, God, created, genders, sexuality, marital, scripture, sex, immortality, saved, rest Mon, 08 Mar 2021 03:12:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler As we near the one-year anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pastor John is helping us "press reset" and rediscover the mission of the church: to go and make disciples. By unpacking scripture and the words of Jesus following the resurrection, we'll be reminded of our purpose and learn how we can continue to be real, relational and reaching for the sake of God's kingdom. As we near the one-year anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pastor John is helping us "press reset" and rediscover the mission of the church: to go and make disciples. By unpacking scripture and the words of Jesus following the resurrection, we'll be reminded of our purpose and learn how we can continue to be real, relational and reaching for the sake of God's kingdom. As we near the one-year anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pastor John is helping us "press reset" and rediscover the mission of the church: to go and make disciples. By unpacking scripture and the words of Jesus following the resurrect… Pastor John Butler 2472 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21756100/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pressingreset/id/3621341.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21756100 press, reset, reason, existing, mission, Great Commission, disciple, Jesus, volunteers, purpose, real, relational, reaching, ministry Sun, 28 Feb 2021 23:16:00 +0000 Cindy and Raul Diaz This week, we’re ending our Marriage Series with a special message called “Unveiled” by Cindy and Raul Diaz. Together, they will explain how 2020 was a breakthrough year in their marriage and share with us the lessons that they learned along the way. As we’ll discover, we have to seek inner healing and allow Jesus to remove our veils — of fear, rejection, pain, depression and more — in order to see Him and our spouses clearly. Removing these veils and inviting the Holy Spirit to be active in our marriages will allow us to have unity and show each other God’s unfailing love. This week, we’re ending our Marriage Series with a special message called “Unveiled” by Cindy and Raul Diaz. Together, they will explain how 2020 was a breakthrough year in their marriage and share with us the lessons that they learned along the way. As we’ll discover, we have to seek inner healing and allow Jesus to remove our veils — of fear, rejection, pain, depression and more — in order to see Him and our spouses clearly. Removing these veils and inviting the Holy Spirit to be active in our marriages will allow us to have unity and show each other God’s unfailing love. This week, we’re ending our Marriage Series with a special message called “Unveiled” by Cindy and Raul Diaz. Together, they will explain how 2020 was a breakthrough year in their marriage and share with us the lessons that they learned along the way. A… Cindy and Raul Diaz 3477 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21753820/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themarriageseriespart4unveiled/id/3619164.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21753820 breakthrough, inner healing, veils, conceal, blur, Holy Spirit, communion, union, love, receive, release, fight, unity, marriage, journey Sun, 21 Feb 2021 23:08:00 +0000 John Butler We’re continuing our Marriage Series this week, looking at what it means to choose the Tree of Life in our marriages. The Bible talks about four different things that are trees of life, and we looked at one of them last week: words. Now, we’re going back to the Garden of Eden one more time to see that choices change lives. It was not a sin for Adam and Eve to look at the fruit or contemplate the sin, so when did they ruin their lives and their marriage? When they actually made the choice and acted on it. It was true then, and it’s true today. We’re continuing our Marriage Series this week, looking at what it means to choose the Tree of Life in our marriages. The Bible talks about four different things that are trees of life, and we looked at one of them last week: words. Now, we’re going back to the Garden of Eden one more time to see that choices change lives. It was not a sin for Adam and Eve to look at the fruit or contemplate the sin, so when did they ruin their lives and their marriage? When they actually made the choice and acted on it. It was true then, and it’s true today. We’re continuing our Marriage Series this week, looking at what it means to choose the Tree of Life in our marriages. The Bible talks about four different things that are trees of life, and we looked at one of them last week: words. Now, we’re going ba… John Butler 2619 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21749717/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themarriageseriespart3choosing/id/3615207.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21749717 marriage, tree of life, words, healing, choices, change, lives, prayer, chase, dreams, plans, wisdom, sow, good, seed, righteous Mon, 15 Feb 2021 02:55:00 +0000 John Butler Adam and Eve had the greatest marriage in the history of mankind because they are the only couple to experience marriage without the influence of sin. This week, we’re going to examine their relationship to see if there is any wisdom we can glean from their story that will help us in our marriages. To do this, we have a choice to make—just like Adam and Eve. We can take the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, or we can choose to take the fruit of the tree of life to heal our marriage. The million-dollar question is: are we willing to make a different choice if it will make our marriage better? Adam and Eve had the greatest marriage in the history of mankind because they are the only couple to experience marriage without the influence of sin. This week, we’re going to examine their relationship to see if there is any wisdom we can glean from their story that will help us in our marriages. To do this, we have a choice to make—just like Adam and Eve. We can take the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, or we can choose to take the fruit of the tree of life to heal our marriage. The million-dollar question is: are we willing to make a different choice if it will make our marriage better? Adam and Eve had the greatest marriage in the history of mankind because they are the only couple to experience marriage without the influence of sin. This week, we’re going to examine their relationship to see if there is any wisdom we can glean from … John Butler 2539 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21745396/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themarriageseriespart2thegreat/id/3611155.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21745396 greatest, marriage, sin, Bible, tree, knowledge, good, evil, life, choice, words, talk, to, about, spouse, yourself, medicine, gentle, graceful, heali Sun, 07 Feb 2021 21:27:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams This week, we’re kicking off a new series about marriage and talking about the joy of new beginnings. As we start this discussion, we first have to understand that our marriages are not centered around us; like other things in the life of a Christian, they’re all about serving and giving our best to the other person. This week, we’re kicking off a new series about marriage and talking about the joy of new beginnings. As we start this discussion, we first have to understand that our marriages are not centered around us; like other things in the life of a Christian, they’re all about serving and giving our best to the other person. This week, we’re kicking off a new series about marriage and talking about the joy of new beginnings. As we start this discussion, we first have to understand that our marriages are not centered around us; like other things in the life of a Christian, … Pastor Robby Williams 2726 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21741909/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_themarriageseriespart1newbegin/id/3607833.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21741909 new, beginnings, truth, Bible, others, value, systems, success, communication, best, leftovers, encourage, pursue, pray, dream, memories, never give u Sun, 31 Jan 2021 13:12:00 +0000 John Butler This week, Pastor John is delivering the State of the Church message, a look at various phases and dimensions of the church in an effort to be accountable and transparent. This allows us to celebrate the past, assess our current realities and set a course for the future, and together, we will cast vision for the days, weeks and months to come — while praising God for all that He’s already done. This week, Pastor John is delivering the State of the Church message, a look at various phases and dimensions of the church in an effort to be accountable and transparent. This allows us to celebrate the past, assess our current realities and set a course for the future, and together, we will cast vision for the days, weeks and months to come — while praising God for all that He’s already done. This week, Pastor John is delivering the State of the Church message, a look at various phases and dimensions of the church in an effort to be accountable and transparent. This allows us to celebrate the past, assess our current realities and set a cou… John Butler 2511 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21737717/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stateofthechurch/id/3604027.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21737717 state, church, giving, increase, payroll, mortgage, ministries, local, international, expenses, tithe, utilities, savings, crisis, character, vision Sun, 24 Jan 2021 14:15:00 +0000 John Butler We have spent the last couple of weeks talking about rejection, which is something that all of us can relate to at some level. We have been exploring the reasons that people rejected Jesus to ensure that those beliefs or mindsets are removed from our lives and get guidance on how to handle our own rejection.This week, as we wrap this series called Rejecting Jesus, we are looking at three categories of our lives–three price stickers if you will–that may cause us to want to reject Jesus. We don’t like to talk about these price stickers in church, but these reasons come straight from the Bible and are important for us to address. We have spent the last couple of weeks talking about rejection, which is something that all of us can relate to at some level. We have been exploring the reasons that people rejected Jesus to ensure that those beliefs or mindsets are removed from our lives and get guidance on how to handle our own rejection.This week, as we wrap this series called Rejecting Jesus, we are looking at three categories of our lives–three price stickers if you will–that may cause us to want to reject Jesus. We don’t like to talk about these price stickers in church, but these reasons come straight from the Bible and are important for us to address. We have spent the last couple of weeks talking about rejection, which is something that all of us can relate to at some level. We have been exploring the reasons that people rejected Jesus to ensure that those beliefs or mindsets are removed from our l… John Butler 2201 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21735220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stickershockreectingesuspart3/id/3601837.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21735220 rejection, comfortable, craziness, cost, price, sticker, personal, portfolio, money, dollars, discipleship, Invictus, soul, control, salvation, galact Sun, 17 Jan 2021 18:50:00 +0000 John Butler Rejection is one of life’s most difficult — and most common — experiences. All of of us have to deal with rejection at some point in our lives, and what might surprise you is that Jesus Christ dealt with rejection constantly. When we think of Jesus, we often think of the Triumphal Entry, but we tend to forget that, within a week, that same crowd was calling for his crucifixion. Last week, we began a series called “Rejecting Jesus,” exploring the reasons that people rejected Jesus, so we don’t follow in their footsteps and can learn from Him how to handle the rejection that we experience in our own lives. This week, we’re going to look at how people rejected Jesus because He was different than expected. Rejection is one of life’s most difficult — and most common — experiences. All of of us have to deal with rejection at some point in our lives, and what might surprise you is that Jesus Christ dealt with rejection constantly. When we think of Jesus, we often think of the Triumphal Entry, but we tend to forget that, within a week, that same crowd was calling for his crucifixion. Last week, we began a series called “Rejecting Jesus,” exploring the reasons that people rejected Jesus, so we don’t follow in their footsteps and can learn from Him how to handle the rejection that we experience in our own lives. This week, we’re going to look at how people rejected Jesus because He was different than expected. Rejection is one of life’s most difficult — and most common — experiences. All of of us have to deal with rejection at some point in our lives, and what might surprise you is that Jesus Christ dealt with rejection constantly. When we think of Jesus, we… John Butler 2430 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21730730/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_differentthanexpectedreectinge/id/3597643.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21730730 rejection, difficult, different, expected, expectation, Jesus, Messiah, past, present, reflection, projection, promote, use, anoint, teach Sun, 10 Jan 2021 17:32:00 +0000 John Butler Of the thousands of different ways that life can bring us pain, there are a few of them that are universal. Rejection is one of them. Every one of us at some point has dealt with rejection, and there are lots of reasons for it. Despite the reasons, though, rejection is a bitter and difficult pill to swallow. The Bible shows us that Jesus was despised and rejected, and this morning, we are starting a new three-part series to look at what caused people to reject Him, so we can guard our hearts against those same motives and learn from Jesus’s example how to handle rejection in our own lives. Of the thousands of different ways that life can bring us pain, there are a few of them that are universal. Rejection is one of them. Every one of us at some point has dealt with rejection, and there are lots of reasons for it. Despite the reasons, though, rejection is a bitter and difficult pill to swallow. The Bible shows us that Jesus was despised and rejected, and this morning, we are starting a new three-part series to look at what caused people to reject Him, so we can guard our hearts against those same motives and learn from Jesus’s example how to handle rejection in our own lives. Of the thousands of different ways that life can bring us pain, there are a few of them that are universal. Rejection is one of them. Every one of us at some point has dealt with rejection, and there are lots of reasons for it. Despite the reasons, tho… John Butler 2512 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21728515/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_comfortablewithcrazyreectinges/id/3595663.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21728515 rejection, bitter, difficult, Jesus, despised, sorrow, comfortable, crazy, authority, permission, power, fear, humble, seed Mon, 04 Jan 2021 03:42:00 +0000 John Butler In previous sermons and series, we’ve talked about all of the ways that life hurts us and discussed the importance of purpose. This week, as we kick off a new year and combine these two ideas, we can offer this fresh perspective on past events: there was a purpose for your pain, and there is a purpose in your healing. You did not suffer for nothing. The hurt, offense, betrayal, grief or abuse was not caused by God, but it can be used by Him for His honor and His glory. Not only can God get the glory from you being healed, He can also use your healing to help others. Pastor John is going to show us the Cycle of Healing, a biblical principle that – when applied – will help propel us into the future that God has for us. In previous sermons and series, we’ve talked about all of the ways that life hurts us and discussed the importance of purpose. This week, as we kick off a new year and combine these two ideas, we can offer this fresh perspective on past events: there was a purpose for your pain, and there is a purpose in your healing. You did not suffer for nothing. The hurt, offense, betrayal, grief or abuse was not caused by God, but it can be used by Him for His honor and His glory. Not only can God get the glory from you being healed, He can also use your healing to help others. Pastor John is going to show us the Cycle of Healing, a biblical principle that – when applied – will help propel us into the future that God has for us. In previous sermons and series, we’ve talked about all of the ways that life hurts us and discussed the importance of purpose. This week, as we kick off a new year and combine these two ideas, we can offer this fresh perspective on past events: there w… John Butler 2324 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21723065/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary32021thecycleofhealing/id/3590908.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21723065 perspective, hurts, helping, purpose, pain, healing, cycle, God, glory, ministry, hurting, helper, story, worship, bless, Lord, help Sun, 27 Dec 2020 15:52:00 +0000 John Butler We’re wrapping up our series about the ways that God spoke during the Christmas account and how we hear from Him today. We’ve already discovered that God still speaks through angels, dreams, visions and signs. This week, we’re exploring the simplest and most profound way that God speaks to us, and that is through the Holy Spirit. We’re wrapping up our series about the ways that God spoke during the Christmas account and how we hear from Him today. We’ve already discovered that God still speaks through angels, dreams, visions and signs. This week, we’re exploring the simplest and most profound way that God speaks to us, and that is through the Holy Spirit. We’re wrapping up our series about the ways that God spoke during the Christmas account and how we hear from Him today. We’ve already discovered that God still speaks through angels, dreams, visions and signs. This week, we’re exploring the simplest an… John Butler 1938 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21719157/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december272020doyouhearwhatihe/id/3587831.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21719157 voice, speaks, Holy Spirit, acknowledge, place, expect, voice, discern, imposters, know, Word, yourself, fast, pray, surrender, Pastor John Butler Mon, 21 Dec 2020 00:05:00 +0000 John Butler As we continue to explore how God communicated during the Christmas account and the ways that He still speaks to us today, this week’s message is all about how God speaks to us through signs. Signs are another way that God speaks to help answer questions we have about His will. Many times, they will be tangible things that we can see that will help communicate a spiritual truth that we can’t see. They help answer when, where, how and why, filling in gaps along our journey of hearing, understanding and fulfilling the call of what God is asking us to do. As we continue to explore how God communicated during the Christmas account and the ways that He still speaks to us today, this week’s message is all about how God speaks to us through signs. Signs are another way that God speaks to help answer questions we have about His will. Many times, they will be tangible things that we can see that will help communicate a spiritual truth that we can’t see. They help answer when, where, how and why, filling in gaps along our journey of hearing, understanding and fulfilling the call of what God is asking us to do. As we continue to explore how God communicated during the Christmas account and the ways that He still speaks to us today, this week’s message is all about how God speaks to us through signs. Signs are another way that God speaks to help answer questio… John Butler 1974 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21716816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december202020doyouhearwhatihe/id/3585602.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21716816 hearing, speaks, revealed, signs, sign, truth, fleece, confidence, confirmation, direction, star, understanding, questions, patient, Pastor John Butle Sun, 13 Dec 2020 17:26:00 +0000 John Butler Angels are often part of the celebration of Christmas, sitting atop many of our Christmas trees, and they play a huge role in the real Christmas story found in the Bible, too. An angel that told Zechariah about John the Baptist. The angel Gabriel told Mary that she was carrying the Christ-child, and in Luke 2, a host of angels joined the one who appeared to the shepherds to declare that Jesus had been born in Bethlehem. All throughout the Bible, angels carried the message of God to the inhabitants of earth, and this week, as we continue to explore the ways that God spoke during the Christmas account to see how He speaks to us now, we are going to look at how God used angels to communicate then - and how He still uses them today. Angels are often part of the celebration of Christmas, sitting atop many of our Christmas trees, and they play a huge role in the real Christmas story found in the Bible, too. An angel that told Zechariah about John the Baptist. The angel Gabriel told Mary that she was carrying the Christ-child, and in Luke 2, a host of angels joined the one who appeared to the shepherds to declare that Jesus had been born in Bethlehem. All throughout the Bible, angels carried the message of God to the inhabitants of earth, and this week, as we continue to explore the ways that God spoke during the Christmas account to see how He speaks to us now, we are going to look at how God used angels to communicate then - and how He still uses them today. Angels are often part of the celebration of Christmas, sitting atop many of our Christmas trees, and they play a huge role in the real Christmas story found in the Bible, too. An angel that told Zechariah about John the Baptist. The angel Gabriel told … John Butler 2508 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21712287/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december132020doyouhearwhatihe/id/3581863.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21712287 angels, Christmas, communicate, children, seen, need, be, spiritual, strangers, splendor, glory, warfare, help, messengers, gift, speak, truth, God, s Mon, 07 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 John Butler If we want to hear from God and know His will, we must recognize the different means and methods He uses to communicate. To help with this, we are kicking off a new series about the ways that God has spoken to His people in the past and how He still speaks today. By looking at the Christmas account found in the gospels of Matthew and Luke, we will see how people heard the voice of God then and use that as a template for how we can hear from Him now. This week’s message will examine how God uses dreams and visions to provide His people with comfort, direction, protection and information. If we want to hear from God and know His will, we must recognize the different means and methods He uses to communicate. To help with this, we are kicking off a new series about the ways that God has spoken to His people in the past and how He still speaks today. By looking at the Christmas account found in the gospels of Matthew and Luke, we will see how people heard the voice of God then and use that as a template for how we can hear from Him now. This week’s message will examine how God uses dreams and visions to provide His people with comfort, direction, protection and information. If we want to hear from God and know His will, we must recognize the different means and methods He uses to communicate. To help with this, we are kicking off a new series about the ways that God has spoken to His people in the past and how He still sp… John Butler 2415 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21707778/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december62020doyouhearwhatihea/id/3577608.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21707778 hear, voice, speak, listen, will, Christmas, communicate, affirmation, confirmation, Bible, comfort, direction, protection, information, Covenant Life Sun, 29 Nov 2020 16:29:00 +0000 John Butler As our church continues to pursue the vision of The Jericho Project, a ministry designed to help the victims of sex trafficking, there has been a lot of support and excitement, but there have also been a lot of questions. People who may not fully understand why we’re doing what we’re doing have asked questions about having those people in our building or in our church services. This week’s message seeks to address those questions and provide some answers. Right now, we are in the honeymoon phase. Everyone is excited about what we’re doing and where we’re going, but this kind of work is difficult and messy. There will be times when we need to remind ourselves why we’re doing it and re-anchor ourselves to the Word of God, so we will have the strength to carry out the work of God. It’s all about progressing from an attitude of those people to a view of all of us, working and serving together as these people. As our church continues to pursue the vision of The Jericho Project, a ministry designed to help the victims of sex trafficking, there has been a lot of support and excitement, but there have also been a lot of questions. People who may not fully understand why we’re doing what we’re doing have asked questions about having those people in our building or in our church services. This week’s message seeks to address those questions and provide some answers. Right now, we are in the honeymoon phase. Everyone is excited about what we’re doing and where we’re going, but this kind of work is difficult and messy. There will be times when we need to remind ourselves why we’re doing it and re-anchor ourselves to the Word of God, so we will have the strength to carry out the work of God. It’s all about progressing from an attitude of those people to a view of all of us, working and serving together as these people. As our church continues to pursue the vision of The Jericho Project, a ministry designed to help the victims of sex trafficking, there has been a lot of support and excitement, but there have also been a lot of questions. People who may not fully under… John Butler 2663 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21702328/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november292020pronounsofprogre/id/3574629.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21702328 pronouns, progress, those, these, them, me, save, sex trafficking, slavery, change, serve, feed, help, share, Covenant Life Sun, 22 Nov 2020 15:58:00 +0000 John Butler In the Thanksgiving season, people are focused on a disposition of gratefulness and thanks, but it’s clear from verses like 1 Thessalonians 5:18 that followers of Jesus should carry an attitude of gratitude all the time. It is the will of God for us to be grateful - not just in the good times but in every circumstance. This week, we’re going to explore the fact that gratitude isn’t just a decoration, add-on or optional feature. It is a foundational disposition for the believer, and together, we’ll look at three ways that gratitude connects to and works together with other deep, foundational fruit to produce incredible spiritual results. In the Thanksgiving season, people are focused on a disposition of gratefulness and thanks, but it’s clear from verses like 1 Thessalonians 5:18 that followers of Jesus should carry an attitude of gratitude all the time. It is the will of God for us to be grateful - not just in the good times but in every circumstance. This week, we’re going to explore the fact that gratitude isn’t just a decoration, add-on or optional feature. It is a foundational disposition for the believer, and together, we’ll look at three ways that gratitude connects to and works together with other deep, foundational fruit to produce incredible spiritual results. In the Thanksgiving season, people are focused on a disposition of gratefulness and thanks, but it’s clear from verses like 1 Thessalonians 5:18 that followers of Jesus should carry an attitude of gratitude all the time. It is the will of God for us to… John Butler 1684 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21698825/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november222020gratitude/id/3571652.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21698825 gratitude, Thanksgiving, grateful, thanks, foundational, spiritual, fruit, results, reveals, humility, releases, faith, receives, favor, Covenant Life Sun, 15 Nov 2020 22:18:00 +0000 John Butler This week’s message – Help for the Hurting Heart – is the conclusion of Pastor John’s three-part series about guarding our hearts. Over the past three weeks, we have explored how the difficult circumstances that we endure affect our mind, emotions and decision-making process, and we have learned that Jesus came to heal the pain in our hearts caused by the tragedy, trauma and trials of life. To help our hurting hearts heal, Jesus left us three things. Last week, we discovered that the first of these three things is the Word of God, which can wash away the sin and pain that we have been through if we will consistently read and believe it. This week, we’ll talk about the other two things that Jesus left behind for us, so we can fully experience the freedom of being mentally, emotionally and spiritually healed. This week’s message – Help for the Hurting Heart – is the conclusion of Pastor John’s three-part series about guarding our hearts. Over the past three weeks, we have explored how the difficult circumstances that we endure affect our mind, emotions and decision-making process, and we have learned that Jesus came to heal the pain in our hearts caused by the tragedy, trauma and trials of life. To help our hurting hearts heal, Jesus left us three things. Last week, we discovered that the first of these three things is the Word of God, which can wash away the sin and pain that we have been through if we will consistently read and believe it. This week, we’ll talk about the other two things that Jesus left behind for us, so we can fully experience the freedom of being mentally, emotionally and spiritually healed. This week’s message – Help for the Hurting Heart – is the conclusion of Pastor John’s three-part series about guarding our hearts. Over the past three weeks, we have explored how the difficult circumstances that we endure affect our mind, emotions and … John Butler 2528 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21694925/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november152020helpforthehurtin/id/3567964.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21694925 help, hurting, heart, soul, mind, feelings, emotions, decisions, Jesus, heal, restore, Word, Holy Spirit, people, share, story, healing Mon, 09 Nov 2020 03:02:00 +0000 John Butler Jesus said in John 10:10 that He came to give you an abundant life. There is no area of your life that cannot and should not be affected by your relationship with God, and although our relationship with Him begins at salvation, it doesn’t end there. He wants you to be forgiven and free and healed and whole! Last week, we talked about guarding your heart for the holidays, and this week, we’re taking it one step further. There is hope and healing for the hurting heart. Jesus said He wants you to have an abundant life, but that can’t happen if your soul is not healthy. If something in your past or present has harmed you and has affected your mind, emotions or decision-making, Jesus wants to heal you. Jesus said in John 10:10 that He came to give you an abundant life. There is no area of your life that cannot and should not be affected by your relationship with God, and although our relationship with Him begins at salvation, it doesn’t end there. He wants you to be forgiven and free and healed and whole! Last week, we talked about guarding your heart for the holidays, and this week, we’re taking it one step further. There is hope and healing for the hurting heart. Jesus said He wants you to have an abundant life, but that can’t happen if your soul is not healthy. If something in your past or present has harmed you and has affected your mind, emotions or decision-making, Jesus wants to heal you. Jesus said in John 10:10 that He came to give you an abundant life. There is no area of your life that cannot and should not be affected by your relationship with God, and although our relationship with Him begins at salvation, it doesn’t end there. He… John Butler 2625 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21692238/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november082020hopeandhealingfo/id/3565527.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21692238 hope, healing, hurting, heart, abundant life, full-service, salvation, forgiven, free, healed, whole, restored, Covenant Life, John Butler Mon, 02 Nov 2020 03:12:00 +0000 John Butler When you go to the doctor for a check-up, they are going to check your blood pressure, pulse and cholesterol. They’re going to check all of the things that have to do with your heart because it is the center of your existence. If it’s not healthy, it’s impossible for any other part of your body to work properly. The same is true for your spiritual heart, which is why Proverbs 4:23 says to “guard your heart above all else.” Why? Because your heart determines the course of your life. What you think, what you feel are the decisions that you make are all determined by your heart, and whether you wind up in a healthy place or an unhealthy one is determined by how healthy your heart is. When you go to the doctor for a check-up, they are going to check your blood pressure, pulse and cholesterol. They’re going to check all of the things that have to do with your heart because it is the center of your existence. If it’s not healthy, it’s impossible for any other part of your body to work properly. The same is true for your spiritual heart, which is why Proverbs 4:23 says to “guard your heart above all else.” Why? Because your heart determines the course of your life. What you think, what you feel are the decisions that you make are all determined by your heart, and whether you wind up in a healthy place or an unhealthy one is determined by how healthy your heart is. When you go to the doctor for a check-up, they are going to check your blood pressure, pulse and cholesterol. They’re going to check all of the things that have to do with your heart because it is the center of your existence. If it’s not healthy, it’s… John Butler 2851 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21688749/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november012020guardyourheart/id/3565532.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21688749 guard, heart, preparing, protecting, pursuing, healing, healthy, decisions, holidays, Covenant Life, John Butler Sun, 25 Oct 2020 19:07:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams The society in which we live values titles, money, fame and notoriety. This is shown in the fact that, when meeting someone new, the first question we usually ask is, “What do you do?” Based on the answer to that question and our own experiences, we begin to assign a value to that person and the role they play in society. However, Jesus came to welcome us into a new society - one in which He looks at who we are instead of what we do. As we begin to understand that God calls us His children simply because of His love for us, it can quiet the worthlessness that we may feel at times and give us a new answer to the question of where we derive our value. The society in which we live values titles, money, fame and notoriety. This is shown in the fact that, when meeting someone new, the first question we usually ask is, “What do you do?” Based on the answer to that question and our own experiences, we begin to assign a value to that person and the role they play in society. However, Jesus came to welcome us into a new society - one in which He looks at who we are instead of what we do. As we begin to understand that God calls us His children simply because of His love for us, it can quiet the worthlessness that we may feel at times and give us a new answer to the question of where we derive our value. The society in which we live values titles, money, fame and notoriety. This is shown in the fact that, when meeting someone new, the first question we usually ask is, “What do you do?” Based on the answer to that question and our own experiences, we be… Pastor Robby Williams 2061 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21685015/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october252020whatareyouworth/id/3558542.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21685015 value, worth, love, God, identity, society, titles, fame, question, Jesus, what you do, who you are, Covenant Life Sun, 18 Oct 2020 19:02:00 +0000 John Butler In Psalm 34:19, we read that “the righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time.” Sometimes, we suffer because of our own mistakes, flaws, failures and sins. If that’s the case, we should repent and ask God to help you change. Sometimes, though, stuff happens that we didn’t cause and can’t always fix. What do we do when things aren’t great? How can we be okay when everything is not okay? This week, Pastor John gives us four biblical, practical and honest reminders to help us respond to life’s troubles. In Psalm 34:19, we read that “the righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time.” Sometimes, we suffer because of our own mistakes, flaws, failures and sins. If that’s the case, we should repent and ask God to help you change. Sometimes, though, stuff happens that we didn’t cause and can’t always fix. What do we do when things aren’t great? How can we be okay when everything is not okay? This week, Pastor John gives us four biblical, practical and honest reminders to help us respond to life’s troubles. In Psalm 34:19, we read that “the righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time.” Sometimes, we suffer because of our own mistakes, flaws, failures and sins. If that’s the case, we should repent and ask God to help yo… John Butler 2460 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21681425/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october182020howtobeokaywhenev/id/3555078.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21681425 troubles, difficulties, seasons, practical, spiritual insight, battle, hopeful outlook, hope, prayer, Bible study, others-centered, joy, purpose, love Sun, 11 Oct 2020 22:55:00 +0000 John Butler This week’s message - It’s Not Your Fault - is part of a series that began many years ago to address issues that are considered taboo and that the church has been silent about for too long. The taboo issue that we’re discussing this time is sexual abuse. Countless men and women have suffered sexual abuse in silence because the issue isn’t commonly addressed from the pulpit, but by looking at the accounts of Joseph (Genesis 39) and Tamar (2 Samuel 13), we will learn more about this issue, understand potential warning signs and find hope in the fact that innocent victims can be healed and set free. Whatever has happened to you, no matter how long it’s been or how many times it happened, it’s not your fault. This week’s message - It’s Not Your Fault - is part of a series that began many years ago to address issues that are considered taboo and that the church has been silent about for too long. The taboo issue that we’re discussing this time is sexual abuse. Countless men and women have suffered sexual abuse in silence because the issue isn’t commonly addressed from the pulpit, but by looking at the accounts of Joseph (Genesis 39) and Tamar (2 Samuel 13), we will learn more about this issue, understand potential warning signs and find hope in the fact that innocent victims can be healed and set free. Whatever has happened to you, no matter how long it’s been or how many times it happened, it’s not your fault. This week’s message - It’s Not Your Fault - is part of a series that began many years ago to address issues that are considered taboo and that the church has been silent about for too long. The taboo issue that we’re discussing this time is sexual abus… John Butler 2622 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21676750/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october112020tabooseriesitsnot/id/3550717.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21676750 sexual abuse, taboo, fault, healed, free, predator, enabler, victim, warning signs, what to do, John Butler, Covenant Life Mon, 28 Sep 2020 02:27:00 +0000 Jay Webb When it comes to fulfilling our purpose as doing the work of God, we are good at making excuses, but the reasons that we give hold us back from experiencing everything that He has in store for us. This week, Jay Webb (West Metro FCA) uses the life of Jeremiah to show us five excuses that we often say in response to our purpose and calling - and how God’s promises are bigger than each of them. When it comes to fulfilling our purpose as doing the work of God, we are good at making excuses, but the reasons that we give hold us back from experiencing everything that He has in store for us. This week, Jay Webb (West Metro FCA) uses the life of Jeremiah to show us five excuses that we often say in response to our purpose and calling - and how God’s promises are bigger than each of them. When it comes to fulfilling our purpose as doing the work of God, we are good at making excuses, but the reasons that we give hold us back from experiencing everything that He has in store for us. This week, Jay Webb (West Metro FCA) uses the life of J… Jay Webb 2676 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21670036/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september272020ourexcusesgodsp/id/3544418.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21670036 excuses, progress, promises, Jeremiah, prophet, God, chosen, dream, qualified, Jay Webb, Covenant Life Sun, 20 Sep 2020 12:02:00 +0000 John Butler Purpose is so powerful that Jesus was murdered over it. Purpose is so powerful that the 12 apostles gave their lives to it and ultimately gave their lives for it. You and I have been gifted and called by God for a purpose, and we have been prepared for fulfilling our purpose. Not a function, office, position or title – a purpose. We’ve been invited to yoke ourselves to Jesus, so He can show us how to live our lives with purpose. The devil doesn’t care how religious, strict or outwardly holy you are as long as you don’t discover the power in your relationship with Jesus, as long as you don’t discover your purpose. The closer you get to purpose, the more spiritual warfare you will face because the enemy isn’t worried about function, but he is terrified of believers who find their purpose! Because with purpose comes power, authority, vision and provision! Purpose is so powerful that Jesus was murdered over it. Purpose is so powerful that the 12 apostles gave their lives to it and ultimately gave their lives for it. You and I have been gifted and called by God for a purpose, and we have been prepared for fulfilling our purpose. Not a function, office, position or title – a purpose. We’ve been invited to yoke ourselves to Jesus, so He can show us how to live our lives with purpose. The devil doesn’t care how religious, strict or outwardly holy you are as long as you don’t discover the power in your relationship with Jesus, as long as you don’t discover your purpose. The closer you get to purpose, the more spiritual warfare you will face because the enemy isn’t worried about function, but he is terrified of believers who find their purpose! Because with purpose comes power, authority, vision and provision! Purpose is so powerful that Jesus was murdered over it. Purpose is so powerful that the 12 apostles gave their lives to it and ultimately gave their lives for it. You and I have been gifted and called by God for a purpose, and we have been prepared for… John Butler 2167 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21667694/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september202020powerofpurposec/id/3542215.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21667694 purpose, power, powerful, function, authority, vision, provision, God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, pneuma, pray, prayer, worship, real, relational, reaching Sun, 13 Sep 2020 17:09:00 +0000 John Butler A lot of people are looking for their function or position, but God wants us to take a step back and first find our purpose. Multiple passages of scripture say that every one of us is gifted in some way, and those gifts are given to us by God for the benefit of the body of Christ and fulfillment of the Great Commission. This leads to some logical questions. If we have a gift, how do we get ready to use it? How can we ensure that we’re prepared to do what God has called us for and gifted us to do? In this week’s message, we will discover that the answers to these questions run counter to what we think about purpose and success in the American church. A lot of people are looking for their function or position, but God wants us to take a step back and first find our purpose. Multiple passages of scripture say that every one of us is gifted in some way, and those gifts are given to us by God for the benefit of the body of Christ and fulfillment of the Great Commission. This leads to some logical questions. If we have a gift, how do we get ready to use it? How can we ensure that we’re prepared to do what God has called us for and gifted us to do? In this week’s message, we will discover that the answers to these questions run counter to what we think about purpose and success in the American church. A lot of people are looking for their function or position, but God wants us to take a step back and first find our purpose. Multiple passages of scripture say that every one of us is gifted in some way, and those gifts are given to us by God for the b… John Butler 2114 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21659743/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september132020preparingforpur/id/3538272.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21659743 Preparing, prepare, purpose, function, title, position, gifts, God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, called, calling, relationship, John Butler, Covenant Life Chur Sun, 06 Sep 2020 17:14:00 +0000 John Butler In 1 Peter 4:10-11, we learn that every one of us has a gift that God has given us, and He wants us to use it well. The problem is that we only tend to focus on the “what” and rarely step back to see the “why.” We have turned finding and fulfilling God’s calling into a seemingly endless lifelong pursuit of tests, inventories and profiles. We analyze, quantify, categorize, separate and study the gifts, but the problem is that, after learning all there is to know about them, most people never actually get around to using them! This week, we will dive deeper into understanding the purposes of God, so we can start to identify the functions that align with them and put our gifts to good use. In 1 Peter 4:10-11, we learn that every one of us has a gift that God has given us, and He wants us to use it well. The problem is that we only tend to focus on the “what” and rarely step back to see the “why.” We have turned finding and fulfilling God’s calling into a seemingly endless lifelong pursuit of tests, inventories and profiles. We analyze, quantify, categorize, separate and study the gifts, but the problem is that, after learning all there is to know about them, most people never actually get around to using them! This week, we will dive deeper into understanding the purposes of God, so we can start to identify the functions that align with them and put our gifts to good use. In 1 Peter 4:10-11, we learn that every one of us has a gift that God has given us, and He wants us to use it well. The problem is that we only tend to focus on the “what” and rarely step back to see the “why.” We have turned finding and fulfilling God… John Butler 2475 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21663252/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september62020purposeofgifting/id/3538274.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21663252 purpose, gifting, gifts, function, calling, church, source, goal, motive, Holy Spirit, God, Jesus, John Butler, Covenant Life Church Sun, 30 Aug 2020 15:30:00 +0000 John Butler According to verses like 1 Peter 2:9 and 1 Corinthians 1:9, we are all called by God. He has called us into fellowship with Jesus, but He has also called us to do something. After all, the Bible tells us in Ephesians 2:10 that we are created to do good works, which God already has planned for us. Unfortunately, the concept of calling in the American church, like so much else, has gotten a little skewed. When you talk about calling, people often get frustrated because we have a misunderstanding of calling. This week’s message, which is called “The Wrong Question,” kicks off a new series designed to help us understand the source of our frustration and point us to a better, more biblical understanding of calling. According to verses like 1 Peter 2:9 and 1 Corinthians 1:9, we are all called by God. He has called us into fellowship with Jesus, but He has also called us to do something. After all, the Bible tells us in Ephesians 2:10 that we are created to do good works, which God already has planned for us. Unfortunately, the concept of calling in the American church, like so much else, has gotten a little skewed. When you talk about calling, people often get frustrated because we have a misunderstanding of calling. This week’s message, which is called “The Wrong Question,” kicks off a new series designed to help us understand the source of our frustration and point us to a better, more biblical understanding of calling. According to verses like 1 Peter 2:9 and 1 Corinthians 1:9, we are all called by God. He has called us into fellowship with Jesus, but He has also called us to do something. After all, the Bible tells us in Ephesians 2:10 that we are created to do good… John Butler 2616 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21653271/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august302020thewrongquestionca/id/3531425.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21653271 calling, question, identity, what, why, work, purpose, function, serve, relationship, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Covenant Life, John Butler Sun, 23 Aug 2020 15:30:00 +0000 John Butler As we conclude the (Re)Born Identity series, there is one final declaration that defines our new identity in Christ: I Am Ready. That’s it. I am ready. Not I will be ready. Or I’m working on getting ready. I Am. Currently. Present tense. Ready. Ready for what? For living the life that Jesus saved me for. For living out my reborn identity. According to 2 Peter 1:3, Jesus has given us everything that we need for living a godly life. Everything! And Paul said in Colossians 2:10 that we are complete in Him. We are not lacking anything. All that adds up to that declaration - I Am Ready! So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get up and do what God’s called you to do! As we conclude the (Re)Born Identity series, there is one final declaration that defines our new identity in Christ: I Am Ready. That’s it. I am ready. Not I will be ready. Or I’m working on getting ready. I Am. Currently. Present tense. Ready. Ready for what? For living the life that Jesus saved me for. For living out my reborn identity. According to 2 Peter 1:3, Jesus has given us everything that we need for living a godly life. Everything! And Paul said in Colossians 2:10 that we are complete in Him. We are not lacking anything. All that adds up to that declaration - I Am Ready! So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get up and do what God’s called you to do! As we conclude the (Re)Born Identity series, there is one final declaration that defines our new identity in Christ: I Am Ready. That’s it. I am ready. Not I will be ready. Or I’m working on getting ready. I Am. Currently. Present tense. Ready. Ready f… John Butler 2048 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21650329/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august232020iamreadyreborniden/id/3528634.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21650329 reborn, identity, Jesus, Holy Spirit, sealed, seated, power, authority, agreement, intentional, community, citizenship, conversation, kingdom, king an Sun, 16 Aug 2020 15:28:00 +0000 John Butler We’re continuing the (Re)Born Identity series, learning about our identity as believers, and this week’s declaration comes from Philippians 3:20. The Apostle Paul said that we can say, “I Am a Citizen of Heaven.” What he’s talking about is not simply having a membership card. It’s not a casual affiliation with a foreign nation. The original word that’s translated as either citizenship or conversation is really about the way you conduct your life. It’s about what you say, what you do and how you carry yourself. It is from a word that means community, so when you say, “I Am a Citizen of Heaven,” you are not a lone wolf or a free agent. Being a citizen means being part of a community where how you act, what you say and how you live affects every other member of the community. We’re continuing the (Re)Born Identity series, learning about our identity as believers, and this week’s declaration comes from Philippians 3:20. The Apostle Paul said that we can say, “I Am a Citizen of Heaven.” What he’s talking about is not simply having a membership card. It’s not a casual affiliation with a foreign nation. The original word that’s translated as either citizenship or conversation is really about the way you conduct your life. It’s about what you say, what you do and how you carry yourself. It is from a word that means community, so when you say, “I Am a Citizen of Heaven,” you are not a lone wolf or a free agent. Being a citizen means being part of a community where how you act, what you say and how you live affects every other member of the community. We’re continuing the (Re)Born Identity series, learning about our identity as believers, and this week’s declaration comes from Philippians 3:20. The Apostle Paul said that we can say, “I Am a Citizen of Heaven.” What he’s talking about is not simply h… John Butler 2227 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21647445/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august162020iamacitizenofheave/id/3525826.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21647445 citizen, Heaven, identity, believer, community, citizenship, conversation, kingdom, king and mindset, Covenant Life, John Butler, Sun, 09 Aug 2020 23:06:00 +0000 John Butler When we become followers of Jesus, it’s the beginning of your place in the family of God. Jesus gave us the power to become the sons and daughters of God. And it’s the Holy Spirit who confirms it. So we can say with confidence, as part of our (Re)Born Identity that we are God’s children. When we become followers of Jesus, it’s the beginning of your place in the family of God. Jesus gave us the power to become the sons and daughters of God. And it’s the Holy Spirit who confirms it. So we can say with confidence, as part of our (Re)Born Identity that we are God’s children. When we become followers of Jesus, it’s the beginning of your place in the family of God. Jesus gave us the power to become the sons and daughters of God. And it’s the Holy Spirit who confirms it. So we can say with confidence, as part of our (Re)Born … John Butler 2445 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21644392/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august92020iamachildofgodrebor/id/3522948.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21644392 adopted, chosen, relationship, heir, discipline, defense, victory, love, redeemed, salvation, chosen, forgiven, rescued, Covenant Life, John Butler,sa Sun, 02 Aug 2020 15:59:00 +0000 John Butler Sometimes we face situations in life that leave us feeling less than loved. And if we allow them to, the feeling of the difficult moment will overwhelm the reality of the spiritual truth and we will start to think and feel things that are not part of our new identity in Christ. When you surrender to the relationship that it offers, it unlocks some other (Re)Born declarations. More identity defining truths that you can speak over yourself that will help you on life’s journey. Sometimes we face situations in life that leave us feeling less than loved. And if we allow them to, the feeling of the difficult moment will overwhelm the reality of the spiritual truth and we will start to think and feel things that are not part of our new identity in Christ. When you surrender to the relationship that it offers, it unlocks some other (Re)Born declarations. More identity defining truths that you can speak over yourself that will help you on life’s journey. Sometimes we face situations in life that leave us feeling less than loved. And if we allow them to, the feeling of the difficult moment will overwhelm the reality of the spiritual truth and we will start to think and feel things that are not part of o… John Butler 2472 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21640121/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august22020iamlovedrebornident/id/3519033.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21640121 discipline, defense, victory, love, redeemed, salvation, chosen, forgiven, rescued, Covenant Life, John Butler,salvation, justification, sanctificatio Sun, 26 Jul 2020 15:56:00 +0000 John Butler God told Moses, my people are enslaved, they are oppressed. I see it. I know about it. It’s time to do something about it. And I have called you to lead them out. God has also called us to get into this fight against human sex trafficking. It's time to take action NOW God told Moses, my people are enslaved, they are oppressed. I see it. I know about it. It’s time to do something about it. And I have called you to lead them out. God has also called us to get into this fight against human sex trafficking. It's time to take action NOW God told Moses, my people are enslaved, they are oppressed. I see it. I know about it. It’s time to do something about it. And I have called you to lead them out. God has also called us to get into this fight against human sex trafficking. It's time to… John Butler 2597 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21640120/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly262020whatsthatinyourhand/id/3519030.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21640120 human sex trafficking, trust, pray, learn, Covenant Life, John Butler,salvation Sun, 19 Jul 2020 22:43:00 +0000 John Butler Our (Re)Born Identity teaches me that I am a work in progress. Jesus paid it all and is accomplishing it all, but He isn’t finished with me yet. Salvation is less a plan of salvation and more a relationship with an eternal Savior. A past, present, and future relationship with an eternal Savior. Our (Re)Born Identity teaches me that I am a work in progress. Jesus paid it all and is accomplishing it all, but He isn’t finished with me yet. Salvation is less a plan of salvation and more a relationship with an eternal Savior. A past, present, and future relationship with an eternal Savior. Our (Re)Born Identity teaches me that I am a work in progress. Jesus paid it all and is accomplishing it all, but He isn’t finished with me yet. Salvation is less a plan of salvation and more a relationship with an eternal Savior. A past, present, and … John Butler 2483 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21630761/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly192020iamfreerebornidentity/id/3513341.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21630761 redeemed, salvation, chosen, forgiven, rescued, Covenant Life, John Butler,salvation, justification, sanctification, glorification Sun, 12 Jul 2020 17:02:00 +0000 John Butler Our (Re)Born Identity teaches me that I am a work in progress. Jesus paid it all and is accomplishing it all, but He isn’t finished with me yet. Salvation is less a plan of salvation and more a relationship with an eternal Savior. A past, present, and future relationship with an eternal Savior. Our (Re)Born Identity teaches me that I am a work in progress. Jesus paid it all and is accomplishing it all, but He isn’t finished with me yet. Salvation is less a plan of salvation and more a relationship with an eternal Savior. A past, present, and future relationship with an eternal Savior. Our (Re)Born Identity teaches me that I am a work in progress. Jesus paid it all and is accomplishing it all, but He isn’t finished with me yet. Salvation is less a plan of salvation and more a relationship with an eternal Savior. A past, present, and … John Butler 2517 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21629228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly122020iamaworkinprogressreb/id/3511902.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21629228 redeemed, salvation, chosen, forgiven, rescued, Covenant Life, John Butler,salvation, justification, sanctification, glorification Sun, 05 Jul 2020 17:11:00 +0000 John Butler Identity. Who are you? That may be the most loaded of loaded questions. Salvation is used too flippantly in the American church. I’m not sure we really understand what it means to be saved. We talk about the “moment of salvation”, but I’m not sure we understand what all happened in that moment. And what happened in that moment has everything to do with our (Re)Born Identity. So let’s find out who our Father says we are. Identity. Who are you? That may be the most loaded of loaded questions. Salvation is used too flippantly in the American church. I’m not sure we really understand what it means to be saved. We talk about the “moment of salvation”, but I’m not sure we understand what all happened in that moment. And what happened in that moment has everything to do with our (Re)Born Identity. So let’s find out who our Father says we are. Identity. Who are you? That may be the most loaded of loaded questions. Salvation is used too flippantly in the American church. I’m not sure we really understand what it means to be saved. We talk about the “moment of salvation”, but I’m not sure we u… John Butler 2517 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21623451/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly52020iamsavedrebornidentity/id/3506784.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21623451 redeemed, salvation, chosen, forgiven, rescued, Covenant Life, John Butler Sun, 28 Jun 2020 21:08:00 +0000 John Butler There is a significance about the role of a father in a child's life. Over the years, this significant role has been minimized. The effect of that trend away from fatherhood is being felt in our nation and our world. Today, I want to encourage fathers and challenge you to rise up and take your place beside wonderful women of God and parent well the kids you've been blessed with. There is a significance about the role of a father in a child's life. Over the years, this significant role has been minimized. The effect of that trend away from fatherhood is being felt in our nation and our world. Today, I want to encourage fathers and challenge you to rise up and take your place beside wonderful women of God and parent well the kids you've been blessed with. There is a significance about the role of a father in a child's life. Over the years, this significant role has been minimized. The effect of that trend away from fatherhood is being felt in our nation and our world. Today, I want to encourage fathers … John Butler 2516 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21618932/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une282020orphansandoriginsthen/id/3502834.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21618932 fathers, problem, solution, potential, courage, love, Holy Spirit, love, measure, Covenant Life, John Butler Sun, 21 Jun 2020 17:18:00 +0000 John Butler God said through the prophet Micah, He expects us to love mercy. To walk in it. To be full of it. So we should probably start with what mercy is. I want to focus on three major ways mercy expresses itself, then we can talk about how to apply it and how it affects our lives. God said through the prophet Micah, He expects us to love mercy. To walk in it. To be full of it. So we should probably start with what mercy is. I want to focus on three major ways mercy expresses itself, then we can talk about how to apply it and how it affects our lives. God said through the prophet Micah, He expects us to love mercy. To walk in it. To be full of it. So we should probably start with what mercy is. I want to focus on three major ways mercy expresses itself, then we can talk about how to apply it and how… John Butler 2459 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21616008/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une212020loveandmercythemetric/id/3499981.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21616008 mercy, forgiveness, kindness, compassion, wisdom, courage, love, Holy Spirit, love, measure, speak, anger, listen, purity, power, justice, love, Coven Sun, 14 Jun 2020 06:36:00 +0000 John Butler If we are measured by how we love each other, but we don’t care about issues of justice and fair treatment, we can neither claim to love others nor claim to follow Jesus. Every person is God’s creation and the reason Jesus died on the cross. He does not take kindly to people mistreating or ignoring ANY of His kids. So justice is not optional. I want us to look at some things that might help us navigate these trying times and be able to continue to meet the metric of Christianity. If we are measured by how we love each other, but we don’t care about issues of justice and fair treatment, we can neither claim to love others nor claim to follow Jesus. Every person is God’s creation and the reason Jesus died on the cross. He does not take kindly to people mistreating or ignoring ANY of His kids. So justice is not optional. I want us to look at some things that might help us navigate these trying times and be able to continue to meet the metric of Christianity. If we are measured by how we love each other, but we don’t care about issues of justice and fair treatment, we can neither claim to love others nor claim to follow Jesus. Every person is God’s creation and the reason Jesus died on the cross. He does no… John Butler 2514 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21611601/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une142020part2ofthemetricsofch/id/3497109.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21611601 wisdom, courage, love, Holy Spirit, love, measure, speak, anger, listen, purity, power, justice, love Sun, 07 Jun 2020 11:53:00 +0000 John Butler The sum total of God’s expectation of us as His people is three words - love each other. What love means to God and what love means to Americans is not always the same thing. Love is not about what you feel for someone, but what you do. So we need to find out what those actions are because Jesus was serious about this love thing. But what does love look like in our everyday lives? The sum total of God’s expectation of us as His people is three words - love each other. What love means to God and what love means to Americans is not always the same thing. Love is not about what you feel for someone, but what you do. So we need to find out what those actions are because Jesus was serious about this love thing. But what does love look like in our everyday lives? The sum total of God’s expectation of us as His people is three words - love each other. What love means to God and what love means to Americans is not always the same thing. Love is not about what you feel for someone, but what you do. So we need to f… John Butler 2303 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21607377/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une72020themetricsofchristiani/id/3493276.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21607377 wisdom, courage, love, Holy Spirit, love, measure, speak, anger, listen Sun, 31 May 2020 17:56:00 +0000 John Butler Pentecost Sunday is celebrated around the Christian world as the day the Holy Spirit was poured out on the early church. The day that Jesus fulfilled His promise to send another One just like Himself. One who would not just be with them, but be IN them. We need a new and personal and powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our lives, in our churches, and in our world! Let's take a look at the elements of Pentecost. Pentecost Sunday is celebrated around the Christian world as the day the Holy Spirit was poured out on the early church. The day that Jesus fulfilled His promise to send another One just like Himself. One who would not just be with them, but be IN them. We need a new and personal and powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our lives, in our churches, and in our world! Let's take a look at the elements of Pentecost. Pentecost Sunday is celebrated around the Christian world as the day the Holy Spirit was poured out on the early church. The day that Jesus fulfilled His promise to send another One just like Himself. One who would not just be with them, but be IN them… John Butler 2408 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21602703/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may312020theelementsofpentecos/id/3488996.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21602703 wisdom, courage, love, Holy Spirit Sun, 17 May 2020 12:24:00 +0000 John Butler Today, I want to have a very honest conversation with you about the desperate need for grace and truth in our church, in our culture, and in our lives. I want to lay a biblical foundation for it, and then spend some time on some applications of that truth in our lives. Let's dive in to see how we can become full of grace and truth. Today, I want to have a very honest conversation with you about the desperate need for grace and truth in our church, in our culture, and in our lives. I want to lay a biblical foundation for it, and then spend some time on some applications of that truth in our lives. Let's dive in to see how we can become full of grace and truth. Today, I want to have a very honest conversation with you about the desperate need for grace and truth in our church, in our culture, and in our lives. I want to lay a biblical foundation for it, and then spend some time on some applications of that tr… John Butler 2529 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21594876/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may172020graceandtruth/id/3481522.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21594876 John Butler, Covenant life, love, connect, pride, prejudice Sun, 10 May 2020 21:55:00 +0000 John Butler Sometimes Mother's Day isn't the easiest day for a lot of women around the country. The Sanders Family understands that. This is a conversation with them about the journey God has been taking them on. Sometimes Mother's Day isn't the easiest day for a lot of women around the country. The Sanders Family understands that. This is a conversation with them about the journey God has been taking them on. Sometimes Mother's Day isn't the easiest day for a lot of women around the country. The Sanders Family understands that. This is a conversation with them about the journey God has been taking them on.… John Butler 3256 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21590871/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantconversationsthesander/id/3477760.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21590871 John Butler, Covenant life, adoption, journey, trust, faith Thu, 07 May 2020 19:13:15 +0000 Pastor John Butler National Day of Prayer 2020 National Day of Prayer 2020 National Day of Prayer 2020… Pastor John Butler 1495 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21587502/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nationaldayofprayer2020/id/3474658.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21587502 prayer, national Day of Prayer, repentance, revival Sun, 03 May 2020 21:57:00 +0000 John Butler Almost everybody can agree with these words of Jesus - In this world, you will have trouble. But just as surely as the Bible tells of the certainty of trouble, it also gives us the prescription for making it through. It says rejoice. In this message we'll talk about 3 possible perspectives or reasons why we go through difficult times, and why they might be reason to rejoice. Almost everybody can agree with these words of Jesus - In this world, you will have trouble. But just as surely as the Bible tells of the certainty of trouble, it also gives us the prescription for making it through. It says rejoice. In this message we'll talk about 3 possible perspectives or reasons why we go through difficult times, and why they might be reason to rejoice. Almost everybody can agree with these words of Jesus - In this world, you will have trouble. But just as surely as the Bible tells of the certainty of trouble, it also gives us the prescription for making it through. It says rejoice. In this message we… John Butler 1763 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21586566/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may32020arewehavingfunyet/id/3473759.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21586566 John Butler, Covenant life, suffering, rejoice, direction, encouragement Sun, 26 Apr 2020 21:09:00 +0000 John Butler Just a matter of weeks ago, we were all just minding our own business, making plans and living life, when suddenly and unexpectedly this pandemic hit. For some of you, and I would venture to say most of us to one extent or the other, this crisis has caused us to fall flat on our faces and it has exposed us. Crisis does that like nothing else. When our weaknesses and faults have been exposed, what is our response? Just a matter of weeks ago, we were all just minding our own business, making plans and living life, when suddenly and unexpectedly this pandemic hit. For some of you, and I would venture to say most of us to one extent or the other, this crisis has caused us to fall flat on our faces and it has exposed us. Crisis does that like nothing else. When our weaknesses and faults have been exposed, what is our response? Just a matter of weeks ago, we were all just minding our own business, making plans and living life, when suddenly and unexpectedly this pandemic hit. For some of you, and I would venture to say most of us to one extent or the other, this crisis has ca… John Butler 1962 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21583951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april262020exposed/id/3471316.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21583951 John Butler, Covenant life, insecurity, fear, escape, crisis, mental health Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:14:00 +0000 John Butler On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people have elevated the Sunday morning worship service to the point that it is now keeping them FROM God. We’ve made a religion of our routines of worship. Now we have a choice to make. On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people have elevated the Sunday morning worship service to the point that it is now keeping them FROM God. We’ve made a religion of our routines of worship. Now we have a choice to make. On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people ha… John Butler 2129 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21578843/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april192020paradoxofthepandemi/id/3466598.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21578843 John Butler, Covenant life, Gospel, worship, church, faith, witness Fri, 10 Apr 2020 19:12:00 +0000 John Butler On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people have elevated the Sunday morning worship service to the point that it is now keeping them FROM God. We’ve made a religion of our routines of worship. Now we have a choice to make. On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people have elevated the Sunday morning worship service to the point that it is now keeping them FROM God. We’ve made a religion of our routines of worship. Now we have a choice to make. On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people ha… John Butler 2831 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21578842/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april102020christandhimcrucifi/id/3466596.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21578842 John Butler, Covenant life, Gospel, worship, church, faith, witness Sun, 05 Apr 2020 21:03:00 +0000 John Butler On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people have elevated the Sunday morning worship service to the point that it is now keeping them FROM God. We’ve made a religion of our routines of worship. Now we have a choice to make. On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people have elevated the Sunday morning worship service to the point that it is now keeping them FROM God. We’ve made a religion of our routines of worship. Now we have a choice to make. On Sunday mornings, all over the country, people are having a very different experience than they would have had a month ago. Our church services were created to connect us TO God, but I am afraid that God is revealing in the church that some people ha… John Butler 1902 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21569097/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april52020losingmyreligion/id/3457774.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21569097 John Butler, Covenant life, Gospel, worship, church, faith, witness Sun, 29 Mar 2020 18:41:00 +0000 John Butler This is a very different world we are living in right now. Everything feels off. Things are changing. But if you will learn to be still, to quiet the noise outside and inside, you can KNOW God in a way that you have never known Him before. Don't miss this chance. This is a very different world we are living in right now. Everything feels off. Things are changing. But if you will learn to be still, to quiet the noise outside and inside, you can KNOW God in a way that you have never known Him before. Don't miss this chance. This is a very different world we are living in right now. Everything feels off. Things are changing. But if you will learn to be still, to quiet the noise outside and inside, you can KNOW God in a way that you have never known Him before. Don't miss t… John Butler 2339 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21564958/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march292020bestillandknowthati/id/3453994.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21564958 John Butler, Covenant life, Gospel, comfort, know, quiet Sun, 22 Mar 2020 21:22:00 +0000 John Butler The national emergency that we are facing has affected nearly every facet of our lives, and as people face health concerns and struggle with uncertainty, it is time for the church to stand up and meet the needs of our local communities. Today, we’re going to look at Nehemiah, an incredible leader who faced a crisis of his own, to understand how we ought to respond as believers and ensure that our actions are in line with the Word of God. If you are drawn to respond and join our efforts as you listen to this message, we invite you to contact us via Facebook or by calling 770-537-3747. You may also consider liking our Facebook page and subscribing to our YouTube channel, so you can easily receive updates and see our messages. The national emergency that we are facing has affected nearly every facet of our lives, and as people face health concerns and struggle with uncertainty, it is time for the church to stand up and meet the needs of our local communities. Today, we’re going to look at Nehemiah, an incredible leader who faced a crisis of his own, to understand how we ought to respond as believers and ensure that our actions are in line with the Word of God. If you are drawn to respond and join our efforts as you listen to this message, we invite you to contact us via Facebook or by calling 770-537-3747. You may also consider liking our Facebook page and subscribing to our YouTube channel, so you can easily receive updates and see our messages. The national emergency that we are facing has affected nearly every facet of our lives, and as people face health concerns and struggle with uncertainty, it is time for the church to stand up and meet the needs of our local communities. Today, we’re g… John Butler 2373 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21559084/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march222020esuspromisesredlett/id/3449070.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21559084 John Butler, Covenant life, crisis, grace, power, peace, foundation Sun, 15 Mar 2020 13:30:00 +0000 John Butler The national emergency that we are facing has affected nearly every facet of our lives, and as people face health concerns and struggle with uncertainty, it is time for the church to stand up and meet the needs of our local communities. Today, we’re going to look at Nehemiah, an incredible leader who faced a crisis of his own, to understand how we ought to respond as believers and ensure that our actions are in line with the Word of God. If you are drawn to respond and join our efforts as you listen to this message, we invite you to contact us via Facebook or by calling 770-537-3747. You may also consider liking our Facebook page and subscribing to our YouTube channel, so you can easily receive updates and see our messages. The national emergency that we are facing has affected nearly every facet of our lives, and as people face health concerns and struggle with uncertainty, it is time for the church to stand up and meet the needs of our local communities. Today, we’re going to look at Nehemiah, an incredible leader who faced a crisis of his own, to understand how we ought to respond as believers and ensure that our actions are in line with the Word of God. If you are drawn to respond and join our efforts as you listen to this message, we invite you to contact us via Facebook or by calling 770-537-3747. You may also consider liking our Facebook page and subscribing to our YouTube channel, so you can easily receive updates and see our messages. The national emergency that we are facing has affected nearly every facet of our lives, and as people face health concerns and struggle with uncertainty, it is time for the church to stand up and meet the needs of our local communities. Today, we’re g… John Butler 2462 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21552588/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march152020nehemiahsneeded/id/3443299.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21552588 John Butler, Covenant life, plan, pray, protection, faith Sun, 08 Mar 2020 18:28:00 +0000 John Butler Let's learn to live the Gospel and give Jesus our whole heart. Let's learn to live the Gospel and give Jesus our whole heart. Let's learn to live the Gospel and give Jesus our whole heart. … John Butler 2344 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21548661/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march82020esuspreachesredlette/id/3439642.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21548661 John Butler, Covenant life, Red Letter, Jesus Preach, podcast, sermon, Christianity, grace, new life Sun, 01 Mar 2020 18:33:00 +0000 John Butler The theme of darkness and dawn is repeated many times throughout the Bible. There are seasons of this for all of us. It might be midnight where you are right now, but morning is coming. So how do we move from midnight to morning? The theme of darkness and dawn is repeated many times throughout the Bible. There are seasons of this for all of us. It might be midnight where you are right now, but morning is coming. So how do we move from midnight to morning? The theme of darkness and dawn is repeated many times throughout the Bible. There are seasons of this for all of us. It might be midnight where you are right now, but morning is coming. So how do we move from midnight to morning?… John Butler 2321 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21544078/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march12020midnighttomorning/id/3435893.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21544078 seasons, darkness, joy, change Sun, 23 Feb 2020 21:35:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams Let's move from pleasure to purpose. Let's move from pleasure to purpose. Let's move from pleasure to purpose. … Pastor Robby Williams 2219 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21541217/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february232020pivot/id/3433165.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21541217 pivot, pleasure, passion, Sun, 16 Feb 2020 22:47:00 +0000 John Butler What we treasure or value is an arrow that points to our master. Jesus said we should store up our treasure in heaven. What does that mean? How do we store up treasures in heaven when all we have are earthly resources? Let's find these answers by looking at the perspective of Jesus. What we treasure or value is an arrow that points to our master. Jesus said we should store up our treasure in heaven. What does that mean? How do we store up treasures in heaven when all we have are earthly resources? Let's find these answers by looking at the perspective of Jesus. What we treasure or value is an arrow that points to our master. Jesus said we should store up our treasure in heaven. What does that mean? How do we store up treasures in heaven when all we have are earthly resources? Let's find these answers by looki… John Butler 2418 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21536935/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february162020storinguptreasur/id/3429015.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21536935 treasure, motive, value, focus Sun, 09 Feb 2020 16:29:00 +0000 John Butler The Great Commission tells us to go make disciples of everyone, everywhere. It is not optional. It is our mission as a church. Our vision is to carry out the Great Commission by being real, relational, and reaching. In this message we'll discuss the health of our church, how we are carrying out our mission and vision, and what our next steps are going to be. The Great Commission tells us to go make disciples of everyone, everywhere. It is not optional. It is our mission as a church. Our vision is to carry out the Great Commission by being real, relational, and reaching. In this message we'll discuss the health of our church, how we are carrying out our mission and vision, and what our next steps are going to be. The Great Commission tells us to go make disciples of everyone, everywhere. It is not optional. It is our mission as a church. Our vision is to carry out the Great Commission by being real, relational, and reaching. In this message we'll discuss the he… John Butler 2278 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21532902/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february92020treasuretest/id/3425073.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21532902 Great Commission, mission, vision Sun, 02 Feb 2020 17:49:00 +0000 John Butler The Great Commission tells us to go make disciples of everyone, everywhere. It is not optional. It is our mission as a church. Our vision is to carry out the Great Commission by being real, relational, and reaching. In this message we'll discuss the health of our church, how we are carrying out our mission and vision, and what our next steps are going to be. The Great Commission tells us to go make disciples of everyone, everywhere. It is not optional. It is our mission as a church. Our vision is to carry out the Great Commission by being real, relational, and reaching. In this message we'll discuss the health of our church, how we are carrying out our mission and vision, and what our next steps are going to be. The Great Commission tells us to go make disciples of everyone, everywhere. It is not optional. It is our mission as a church. Our vision is to carry out the Great Commission by being real, relational, and reaching. In this message we'll discuss the he… John Butler 2251 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21529324/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february22020stateofthechurch/id/3421594.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21529324 Great Commission, mission, vision Sun, 26 Jan 2020 14:15:00 +0000 John Butler Healing to the wounded soul. Healing to the wounded soul. Healing to the wounded soul.… John Butler 2028 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21525715/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary262020overcomingchurchhu/id/3418103.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21525715 wounding, church, hurt, accident, life, objects, human trafficking, worldview Sun, 19 Jan 2020 16:20:00 +0000 John Butler Following Jesus and believing the Word gives us a perspective on things that sets us apart from everybody else. This should affect our decisions. There are lots of beliefs about life and humanity. We have to understand what the Word says before we take sides. Following Jesus and believing the Word gives us a perspective on things that sets us apart from everybody else. This should affect our decisions. There are lots of beliefs about life and humanity. We have to understand what the Word says before we take sides. Following Jesus and believing the Word gives us a perspective on things that sets us apart from everybody else. This should affect our decisions. There are lots of beliefs about life and humanity. We have to understand what the Word says before we take… John Butler 2642 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21522217/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary192020humanlifethroughth/id/3414681.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21522217 accident, life, objects, human trafficking, worldview Sun, 12 Jan 2020 16:00:00 +0000 John Butler God takes us through a process so that we can receive more of His power. This process isn't easy. The tough times you're going through today will lead you to more of His anointing. We'll look at this through the life of Job. God takes us through a process so that we can receive more of His power. This process isn't easy. The tough times you're going through today will lead you to more of His anointing. We'll look at this through the life of Job. God takes us through a process so that we can receive more of His power. This process isn't easy. The tough times you're going through today will lead you to more of His anointing. We'll look at this through the life of Job. … John Butler 2777 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21518648/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary122020processbybishopmad/id/3411436.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21518648 process, faith, breakthrough, healing, love Sun, 05 Jan 2020 18:06:00 +0000 John Butler God’s will for us, in this year and every year, is to be free and full. Free of self, and full of Jesus. So how do we get there? Let's look at several places in the Bible that God talks about these things. God’s will for us, in this year and every year, is to be free and full. Free of self, and full of Jesus. So how do we get there? Let's look at several places in the Bible that God talks about these things. God’s will for us, in this year and every year, is to be free and full. Free of self, and full of Jesus. So how do we get there? Let's look at several places in the Bible that God talks about these things.… John Butler 2364 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21518272/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary52020freeandfull/id/3411057.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21518272 freedom, prayer, fasting, power, bondage Sun, 29 Dec 2019 22:08:00 +0000 John Butler God wired us to have seasons in our lives. Most of us right now are taking the time to think about where we are in life and what we could do better in the next season. As we prepare ourselves for a new season, let’s briefly talk about three mindsets that might help get you ready for A New Season that will help position you in the will of God for your life. God wired us to have seasons in our lives. Most of us right now are taking the time to think about where we are in life and what we could do better in the next season. As we prepare ourselves for a new season, let’s briefly talk about three mindsets that might help get you ready for A New Season that will help position you in the will of God for your life. God wired us to have seasons in our lives. Most of us right now are taking the time to think about where we are in life and what we could do better in the next season. As we prepare ourselves for a new season, let’s briefly talk about three mindsets th… John Butler 1538 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21512022/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december292019anewseason/id/3405217.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21512022 connection, health, God, new year Mon, 23 Dec 2019 03:11:00 +0000 John Butler When I read the account of Christmas in the Bible, I see certain groups of people there. Some were ready for Jesus while others were not. But why weren’t they ready for Jesus? I want to talk about three reasons why most of the people in the biblical Christmas story, and many of us today, are Not Ready for Jesus. When I read the account of Christmas in the Bible, I see certain groups of people there. Some were ready for Jesus while others were not. But why weren’t they ready for Jesus? I want to talk about three reasons why most of the people in the biblical Christmas story, and many of us today, are Not Ready for Jesus. When I read the account of Christmas in the Bible, I see certain groups of people there. Some were ready for Jesus while others were not. But why weren’t they ready for Jesus? I want to talk about three reasons why most of the people in the biblical Ch… John Butler 1241 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21509528/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december222019notreadyforesus/id/3402830.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21509528 busy, Christmas, Jesus, satisfied, looking Sun, 15 Dec 2019 21:18:00 +0000 John Butler Christmas truly is about gifts, but it isn’t about the things that are concealed under the tree, it was the thing that was revealed ON the tree. What Jesus was born to do, and what He fulfilled on the cross, was to bring us a new and exciting gift. Christmas truly is about gifts, but it isn’t about the things that are concealed under the tree, it was the thing that was revealed ON the tree. What Jesus was born to do, and what He fulfilled on the cross, was to bring us a new and exciting gift. Christmas truly is about gifts, but it isn’t about the things that are concealed under the tree, it was the thing that was revealed ON the tree. What Jesus was born to do, and what He fulfilled on the cross, was to bring us a new and exciting gift. … John Butler 2863 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21505497/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december152019thegospelofgrace/id/3398919.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21505497 cleanse, save, welcome, grace Sun, 08 Dec 2019 13:25:00 +0000 John Butler The Jericho Project The Jericho Project The Jericho Project… John Butler 2318 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21501800/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december82019theerichoproect/id/3395384.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21501800 December 8, 2019 - The Jericho Project Sun, 01 Dec 2019 13:09:00 +0000 John Butler We are in the middle of what many songs try to tell us is the most wonderful time of the year, but for many people, it is the opposite of that. The holiday season is for many people the most difficult time of the year. The Bible provides a road map to gratitude that we can follow no matter how difficult our current circumstances. We are in the middle of what many songs try to tell us is the most wonderful time of the year, but for many people, it is the opposite of that. The holiday season is for many people the most difficult time of the year. The Bible provides a road map to gratitude that we can follow no matter how difficult our current circumstances. We are in the middle of what many songs try to tell us is the most wonderful time of the year, but for many people, it is the opposite of that. The holiday season is for many people the most difficult time of the year. The Bible provides a road map to … John Butler 2310 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21501796/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_december12019thehealingpowerof/id/3395380.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21501796 thanks, gratitude, humility, pride Sun, 24 Nov 2019 23:46:00 +0000 John Butler Jesus commanded that we take part in communion to remember what He did for us and to be reminded that He is coming back for us. The Greek word for this is Eucharist and it literally means thanksgiving. What gifts are represented by communion? Jesus commanded that we take part in communion to remember what He did for us and to be reminded that He is coming back for us. The Greek word for this is Eucharist and it literally means thanksgiving. What gifts are represented by communion? Jesus commanded that we take part in communion to remember what He did for us and to be reminded that He is coming back for us. The Greek word for this is Eucharist and it literally means thanksgiving. What gifts are represented by communion?… John Butler 1986 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21497707/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november242019eucharistthebody/id/3391451.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21497707 communion, gift, blood, body, Jesus Sun, 17 Nov 2019 22:13:00 +0000 Jon Syrbe The missionary journey of Jon Syrbe. The missionary journey of Jon Syrbe. The missionary journey of Jon Syrbe. … Jon Syrbe 3321 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21491697/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november172019followingesus/id/3385686.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21491697 following Jesus, discipleship, missionary, Christ, grace, faith, peace, suffering, patience Sun, 10 Nov 2019 19:41:00 +0000 John Butler How satisfied are you with your life? Where would you rank it on a scale from 1 to 10? Are you consumed with passion for the work of the Lord? If we're going to be followers of Jesus, we must be different. We are only one decision from different. How satisfied are you with your life? Where would you rank it on a scale from 1 to 10? Are you consumed with passion for the work of the Lord? If we're going to be followers of Jesus, we must be different. We are only one decision from different. How satisfied are you with your life? Where would you rank it on a scale from 1 to 10? Are you consumed with passion for the work of the Lord? If we're going to be followers of Jesus, we must be different. We are only one decision from different.… John Butler 2570 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21487527/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november102019onedecisionfromd/id/3381670.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21487527 routine, provision, faith, fear Sun, 03 Nov 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler All too often in our lives we find ourselves empty. Sometimes we don't realize it, but we notice the symptoms. We need to make sure we are being filled with the right thing. What are you filling yourself with? All too often in our lives we find ourselves empty. Sometimes we don't realize it, but we notice the symptoms. We need to make sure we are being filled with the right thing. What are you filling yourself with? All too often in our lives we find ourselves empty. Sometimes we don't realize it, but we notice the symptoms. We need to make sure we are being filled with the right thing. What are you filling yourself with?… John Butler 2494 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21487519/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_november32019whattodowhenyoure/id/3381668.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21487519 holey, holy, wholly, filled Thu, 31 Oct 2019 23:01:51 +0000 John Butler Women In Ministry Women In Ministry Women In Ministry… John Butler 3282 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21479840/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october272019womeninministry/id/3374307.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21479840 women, sisters, ministry Sun, 20 Oct 2019 21:08:00 +0000 John Butler The Bible says in the last days the majority of people will lose their love, but it will be so gradual and so subtle that they may not even realize what's happening. It's time to check the gauge on your love. Are you running low on your love for God and others? Has it changed since you became a believer? What do we do about this? The Bible says in the last days the majority of people will lose their love, but it will be so gradual and so subtle that they may not even realize what's happening. It's time to check the gauge on your love. Are you running low on your love for God and others? Has it changed since you became a believer? What do we do about this? The Bible says in the last days the majority of people will lose their love, but it will be so gradual and so subtle that they may not even realize what's happening. It's time to check the gauge on your love. Are you running low on your love for God an… John Butler 2555 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21475925/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october202019lovegrowncold/id/3370527.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21475925 love, hurt, sin, deception Sun, 13 Oct 2019 18:25:00 +0000 John Butler The love of Jesus commands our attention and demands a response. Jesus knows you and still loves you. He sees you. In this sermon we'll look at four statements of God's love and our responses. The love of Jesus commands our attention and demands a response. Jesus knows you and still loves you. He sees you. In this sermon we'll look at four statements of God's love and our responses. The love of Jesus commands our attention and demands a response. Jesus knows you and still loves you. He sees you. In this sermon we'll look at four statements of God's love and our responses.… John Butler 2737 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21472232/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october132019ilovedyouenough/id/3366980.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21472232 attention, power, sin, feelings Sun, 06 Oct 2019 15:58:00 +0000 John Butler Everything you need to be healed was accomplished in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you don't walk in the healing that He provides, you will continue to walk in the pain. The steps in this process may not happen in this order, but they need to happen. Everything you need to be healed was accomplished in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you don't walk in the healing that He provides, you will continue to walk in the pain. The steps in this process may not happen in this order, but they need to happen. Everything you need to be healed was accomplished in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you don't walk in the healing that He provides, you will continue to walk in the pain. The steps in this process may not happen in this order, bu… John Butler 2502 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21467831/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_october62019guardingyourhearth/id/3362789.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21467831 recognize, release, receive, repent, renounce Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:17:00 +0000 Pastor Mark A. Stroud There is a rebellion going on today against the powers of darkness. God is raising up a generation that will serve Him faithfully, fearlessly, and without limits. They will carry the power of God to a world desperately seeking hope. There is a rebellion going on today against the powers of darkness. God is raising up a generation that will serve Him faithfully, fearlessly, and without limits. They will carry the power of God to a world desperately seeking hope. There is a rebellion going on today against the powers of darkness. God is raising up a generation that will serve Him faithfully, fearlessly, and without limits. They will carry the power of God to a world desperately seeking hope. … Pastor Mark A. Stroud 2310 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21463764/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september292019theirrebelliong/id/3358903.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21463764 Mary, their rebellion, faith, hope, love, peace, resurrection of Christ, grace, power of God, end times, the church, preaching, teaching, Bible, churc Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:31:00 +0000 John Butler Everything you need to be healed was accomplished in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you don't walk in the healing that He provides, you will continue to walk in the pain. The steps in this process may not happen in this order, but they need to happen. Everything you need to be healed was accomplished in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you don't walk in the healing that He provides, you will continue to walk in the pain. The steps in this process may not happen in this order, but they need to happen. Everything you need to be healed was accomplished in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. If you don't walk in the healing that He provides, you will continue to walk in the pain. The steps in this process may not happen in this order, bu… John Butler 3244 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21458907/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september222019processofhealin/id/3354285.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21458907 recognize, release, receive, repent, renounce Mon, 16 Sep 2019 22:45:48 +0000 John Butler How do I know I need healing? What are the symptoms I would see? Until we learn to acknowledge God in all our ways, we will continue to have attacks in our hearts. It's time to receive healing from those things that attack our hearts. How do I know I need healing? What are the symptoms I would see? Until we learn to acknowledge God in all our ways, we will continue to have attacks in our hearts. It's time to receive healing from those things that attack our hearts. How do I know I need healing? What are the symptoms I would see? Until we learn to acknowledge God in all our ways, we will continue to have attacks in our hearts. It's time to receive healing from those things that attack our hearts.… John Butler 3407 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21454781/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september152019symptomsheartat/id/3350531.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21454781 fear, sacrifice, stubborn, selfish, love Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:21:00 +0000 John Butler Jesus wants us to have a rich and full life in Him. But we can't do that unless we love Him with all our heart, mind, and soul. What if our heart is broken, our soul is pierced, and our mind is overcome with pain from the traumas, tragedies, and trials we've been through? Jesus wants us to have a rich and full life in Him. But we can't do that unless we love Him with all our heart, mind, and soul. What if our heart is broken, our soul is pierced, and our mind is overcome with pain from the traumas, tragedies, and trials we've been through? Jesus wants us to have a rich and full life in Him. But we can't do that unless we love Him with all our heart, mind, and soul. What if our heart is broken, our soul is pierced, and our mind is overcome with pain from the traumas, tragedies, and trials… John Butler 2327 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21451996/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september82019itsuniversalhear/id/3347882.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21451996 pain, response, healing, attack Sun, 01 Sep 2019 20:49:00 +0000 John Butler We can't be a church of power unless our church is filled with people of power. A church will never exceed the spiritual capacity and commitment of its people. How do we know we are walking in spiritual power? What is the evidence of that? We can't be a church of power unless our church is filled with people of power. A church will never exceed the spiritual capacity and commitment of its people. How do we know we are walking in spiritual power? What is the evidence of that? We can't be a church of power unless our church is filled with people of power. A church will never exceed the spiritual capacity and commitment of its people. How do we know we are walking in spiritual power? What is the evidence of that?… John Butler 2976 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21447819/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_september12019peopleofpowerpar/id/3343930.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21447819 joy, holiness, unity, people Sun, 25 Aug 2019 23:19:00 +0000 John Butler Jesus told us that the Holy Spirit is our power source. His power will not do any good if there is no way to get that power to where it is needed most - the world. Today, let's talk about how His power is transmitted. Jesus told us that the Holy Spirit is our power source. His power will not do any good if there is no way to get that power to where it is needed most - the world. Today, let's talk about how His power is transmitted. Jesus told us that the Holy Spirit is our power source. His power will not do any good if there is no way to get that power to where it is needed most - the world. Today, let's talk about how His power is transmitted.… John Butler 2955 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21443845/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august252019powerlinespart3oft/id/3340124.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21443845 power, love, sacrifice, testimony, prayer, proclaim Sun, 18 Aug 2019 19:54:00 +0000 John Butler If we are called to walk in spiritual power, and we are, then what is the source of that power?If we ever hope to do the works of Jesus, and make disciples of Jesus, we had better operate in the same power as Jesus, and that is the Holy Spirit. In this message we will look at ways the Holy Spirit empowers us. If we are called to walk in spiritual power, and we are, then what is the source of that power?If we ever hope to do the works of Jesus, and make disciples of Jesus, we had better operate in the same power as Jesus, and that is the Holy Spirit. In this message we will look at ways the Holy Spirit empowers us. If we are called to walk in spiritual power, and we are, then what is the source of that power?If we ever hope to do the works of Jesus, and make disciples of Jesus, we had better operate in the same power as Jesus, and that is the Holy Spirit. In this… John Butler 2336 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21439567/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august182019powersourcepart2of/id/3336065.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21439567 direction, conviction, identity, truth, power Mon, 12 Aug 2019 01:32:00 +0000 John Butler If I had to summarize the difference between the New Testament church and the modern American church, I could sum it up with one word - power. The church we read about in the book of Acts was power-full. The church in existence today, for the most part, is power-less. To be a church of power, we need to be a people of power. If I had to summarize the difference between the New Testament church and the modern American church, I could sum it up with one word - power. The church we read about in the book of Acts was power-full. The church in existence today, for the most part, is power-less. To be a church of power, we need to be a people of power. If I had to summarize the difference between the New Testament church and the modern American church, I could sum it up with one word - power. The church we read about in the book of Acts was power-full. The church in existence today, for the most part… John Butler 2899 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21435598/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august112019powerplantspart1of/id/3332320.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21435598 August 11, 2019 - Power Plants (Part 1 of the Power Point series) Sun, 04 Aug 2019 18:09:00 +0000 John Butler A crisis is a time when a difficult or important decision must be made. We as a church are in a crisis of opportunity. Two paths lay before us. Will you join me on the Cross-road? A crisis is a time when a difficult or important decision must be made. We as a church are in a crisis of opportunity. Two paths lay before us. Will you join me on the Cross-road? A crisis is a time when a difficult or important decision must be made. We as a church are in a crisis of opportunity. Two paths lay before us. Will you join me on the Cross-road?… John Butler 2867 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21431522/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_august42019thecrisisthecrossro/id/3328468.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21431522 opportunity, decision, mission, give Mon, 29 Jul 2019 03:45:00 +0000 John Butler We are all born blind. This isn't just speaking of physical blindness. There is another kind of blindness that every person has to deal with in their lives. It takes a supernatural intervention that comes from only one source. We are all born blind. This isn't just speaking of physical blindness. There is another kind of blindness that every person has to deal with in their lives. It takes a supernatural intervention that comes from only one source. We are all born blind. This isn't just speaking of physical blindness. There is another kind of blindness that every person has to deal with in their lives. It takes a supernatural intervention that comes from only one source.… John Butler 2810 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21428797/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly282019bartimaeusbreakingthr/id/3325901.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21428797 blind, sin, hear, follow, call Sun, 21 Jul 2019 15:50:00 +0000 John Butler Have you had a personal, life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ? In this sermon, we will look at the man Jesus was talking to when He said the most famous verse in Scripture - John 3:16. Let's find out how Nicodemus broke through the blindness to have a life-changing encounter. Have you had a personal, life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ? In this sermon, we will look at the man Jesus was talking to when He said the most famous verse in Scripture - John 3:16. Let's find out how Nicodemus broke through the blindness to have a life-changing encounter. Have you had a personal, life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ? In this sermon, we will look at the man Jesus was talking to when He said the most famous verse in Scripture - John 3:16. Let's find out how Nicodemus broke through the blindness to ha… John Butler 2668 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21424526/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly212019nicodemusbreakingthro/id/3321850.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21424526 encounter, curious, confused, confront Mon, 15 Jul 2019 01:33:00 +0000 John Butler If a person is going to be a true disciple of Jesus, they have to see Jesus for themselves. In this series, we will look at people in the Bible who had a hard time seeing Jesus. Today we'll look at the Woman with the Issue of Blood. If a person is going to be a true disciple of Jesus, they have to see Jesus for themselves. In this series, we will look at people in the Bible who had a hard time seeing Jesus. Today we'll look at the Woman with the Issue of Blood. If a person is going to be a true disciple of Jesus, they have to see Jesus for themselves. In this series, we will look at people in the Bible who had a hard time seeing Jesus. Today we'll look at the Woman with the Issue of Blood.… John Butler 1762 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21420538/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly142019womanwithissueofblood/id/3318169.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21420538 blindness, growth, personal, invest, John Butler, Covenant Life Sun, 07 Jul 2019 21:36:00 +0000 John Butler If a person is going to be a true disciple of Jesus, they have to see Jesus for themselves. In this series, we will look at people in the Bible who had a hard time seeing Jesus. Today we'll look at how Zacchaeus was blinded from seeing Jesus and what he did to change that. If a person is going to be a true disciple of Jesus, they have to see Jesus for themselves. In this series, we will look at people in the Bible who had a hard time seeing Jesus. Today we'll look at how Zacchaeus was blinded from seeing Jesus and what he did to change that. If a person is going to be a true disciple of Jesus, they have to see Jesus for themselves. In this series, we will look at people in the Bible who had a hard time seeing Jesus. Today we'll look at how Zacchaeus was blinded from seeing Jesus and what h… John Butler 2047 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21417173/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_uly72019zacchaeuspart1breaking/id/3314924.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21417173 blindness, growth, personal, invest, John Butler, Covenant Life Sun, 30 Jun 2019 17:26:00 +0000 Ryan Rogers When peace and patience come together, opportunities are created. When peace and patience come together, opportunities are created. When peace and patience come together, opportunities are created.… Ryan Rogers 3132 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21413449/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une302019peacepatienceandoppor/id/3311380.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21413449 peace, patience, opportunity, process Sun, 23 Jun 2019 22:01:00 +0000 Jordan Weathers Not many people like change. It is difficult, but an essential part of life. God also uses seasons to impact our lives. Today we're looking at 3 seasons to see how God uses them to change our lives. Not many people like change. It is difficult, but an essential part of life. God also uses seasons to impact our lives. Today we're looking at 3 seasons to see how God uses them to change our lives. Not many people like change. It is difficult, but an essential part of life. God also uses seasons to impact our lives. Today we're looking at 3 seasons to see how God uses them to change our lives.… Jordan Weathers 3612 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21410041/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une232019changesandseasons/id/3308156.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21410041 grief, fear, worry, doubt Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:58:00 +0000 John Butler Manhood in general, and fatherhood in particular, is under attack in our nation. Sometimes it feels like the expectations on us as dads are myths. We're being held to standards that are impossible to meet, and then dealing with the criticism and unmet expectations of others, and the self-doubt and disappointment within ourselves. Manhood in general, and fatherhood in particular, is under attack in our nation. Sometimes it feels like the expectations on us as dads are myths. We're being held to standards that are impossible to meet, and then dealing with the criticism and unmet expectations of others, and the self-doubt and disappointment within ourselves. Manhood in general, and fatherhood in particular, is under attack in our nation. Sometimes it feels like the expectations on us as dads are myths. We're being held to standards that are impossible to meet, and then dealing with the criticism and unmet … John Butler 2249 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21405742/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une162019rainbowunicorndadsbus/id/3304008.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21405742 father, myth, perfect, knowledge, useless, fatherhood, John Butler, Covenant life Church, Sun, 09 Jun 2019 18:39:00 +0000 John Butler Join Pastor John as he answers hard questions concerning Pentecost. Join Pastor John as he answers hard questions concerning Pentecost. Join Pastor John as he answers hard questions concerning Pentecost.… John Butler 2446 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21404638/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une92019pentecostalquestions/id/3302926.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21404638 Pentecost, John Butler, Covenant Life, Holy Spirit, Witness, Sun, 02 Jun 2019 17:35:00 +0000 John Butler Worship, just like every other aspect of our walk with Jesus, is an inside-out proposition. And if we only concern ourselves with what’s happening on the outside, we waste our worship and fail to meet the purpose, which is to bless the Lord with all that is within us, not just what’s on the outside of us. Worship, just like every other aspect of our walk with Jesus, is an inside-out proposition. And if we only concern ourselves with what’s happening on the outside, we waste our worship and fail to meet the purpose, which is to bless the Lord with all that is within us, not just what’s on the outside of us. Worship, just like every other aspect of our walk with Jesus, is an inside-out proposition. And if we only concern ourselves with what’s happening on the outside, we waste our worship and fail to meet the purpose, which is to bless the Lord with all th… John Butler 2801 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21397883/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_une22019wastedworshipwastedser/id/3296481.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21397883 waste, habit, sin, relationships, John Butler, Covenant Life, Covenant Living Sun, 26 May 2019 20:00:00 +0000 John Butler We as Americans have a waste problem. There are also areas of our spiritual lives that we are wasting. In this series we will look in the Bible to see how to prevent and stop waste in our spiritual lives. We as Americans have a waste problem. There are also areas of our spiritual lives that we are wasting. In this series we will look in the Bible to see how to prevent and stop waste in our spiritual lives. We as Americans have a waste problem. There are also areas of our spiritual lives that we are wasting. In this series we will look in the Bible to see how to prevent and stop waste in our spiritual lives.… John Butler 2210 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21391700/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may262019wastedopportunitieswa/id/3291653.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21391700 waste, focus, direction, motives Sat, 25 May 2019 21:14:00 +0000 John Butler Without God - CL Without God - CL Without God - CL… John Butler 2391 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_withoutgodcl2018/id/3198410.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293951 John Butler, covenant life church, Christ, grace, sin, loss, forgiveness, hope, church, Sun, 19 May 2019 21:09:00 +0000 John Butler We as Americans have a waste problem. There are also areas of our spiritual lives that we are wasting. In this series we will look in the Bible to see how to prevent and stop waste in our spiritual lives. We as Americans have a waste problem. There are also areas of our spiritual lives that we are wasting. In this series we will look in the Bible to see how to prevent and stop waste in our spiritual lives. We as Americans have a waste problem. There are also areas of our spiritual lives that we are wasting. In this series we will look in the Bible to see how to prevent and stop waste in our spiritual lives.… John Butler 2802 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21388974/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may192019wastedliveswastedseri/id/3289062.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21388974 waste, focus, direction, motives Sat, 18 May 2019 21:14:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Blessing Your Family - CL Blessing Your Family - CL Blessing Your Family - CL… Pastor John Butler 1931 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293950/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_blessingyourfamilycl2018/id/3198409.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293950 John Butler, covenant life, family, blessing, fatherhood, dad Wed, 15 May 2019 17:53:03 +0000 John Butler Mothers you are more important than you know Mothers you are more important than you know Mothers you are more important than you know… John Butler 2242 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21384110/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may122019amothersembrace/id/3284405.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21384110 motherhood, mom, wife, family Bible, peace, home, Christ, Mother's Day Sun, 12 May 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler From The Pastor's Heart - CL From The Pastor's Heart - CL From The Pastor's Heart - CL… John Butler 2044 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fromthepastorsheartcl2018/id/3198408.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293949 John Butler, pastor, hope, peace, covenant living, Bible Sun, 05 May 2019 13:38:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Why don't we move forward in our faith. Why don't we move forward in our faith. Why don't we move forward in our faith.… Pastor John Butler 2578 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21379681/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_may52019whydontwebypastorrobbi/id/3280105.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21379681 discipleship, faith Sat, 04 May 2019 13:41:00 +0000 John Butler Receiving the Baton - CL Receiving the Baton - CL Receiving the Baton - CL… John Butler 2141 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293948/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_receivingthebatoncl2018/id/3198407.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293948 John Butler, covenant life, baton, service, grace, mentor, Sun, 28 Apr 2019 17:33:00 +0000 John Butler The resurrection of Jesus isn't the end of the story, it's the beginning. What happened after Easter was the establishment and commissioning of the church, the body of Christ. It's time for His body to go change the world. The resurrection of Jesus isn't the end of the story, it's the beginning. What happened after Easter was the establishment and commissioning of the church, the body of Christ. It's time for His body to go change the world. The resurrection of Jesus isn't the end of the story, it's the beginning. What happened after Easter was the establishment and commissioning of the church, the body of Christ. It's time for His body to go change the world.… John Butler 2770 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21376506/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april282019whathappensaftereas/id/3277084.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21376506 beginning, relationship, revelation, revolution, action Sat, 27 Apr 2019 17:39:00 +0000 John Butler The Numbing Down of the Church - CL The Numbing Down of the Church - CL The Numbing Down of the Church - CL… John Butler 2398 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293946/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenumbingdownofthechurchcl201/id/3198405.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293946 John Butler, covenant living, church, power, grace, Sun, 21 Apr 2019 20:00:00 +0000 John Butler It's the single-most life-changing event in the history of humanity. On His resurrection day, Jesus conquered everything we had reason to fear. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is still affecting days for us too - yesterday, today, and tomorrow. It's the single-most life-changing event in the history of humanity. On His resurrection day, Jesus conquered everything we had reason to fear. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is still affecting days for us too - yesterday, today, and tomorrow. It's the single-most life-changing event in the history of humanity. On His resurrection day, Jesus conquered everything we had reason to fear. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is still affecting days for us too - yesterday, today, and tomorrow.… John Butler 2245 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21371723/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april212019whatadifferenceaday/id/3272525.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21371723 resurrection, life, hope, help, healing Sun, 21 Apr 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler Fool-Proofing Your Life - CL Fool-Proofing Your Life - CL Fool-Proofing Your Life - CL… John Butler 2167 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293942/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foolproofingyourlifecl2018/id/3198404.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293942 Fool-Proofing, fool, pride, wisdom, sin, forgiveness, John Butler, covenant living Fri, 19 Apr 2019 19:19:00 +0000 John Butler Not everybody had the same perspective on the day of Jesus' crucifixion. For some He was a servant, or slave. For others He is a secret. For some He's just a circus act. For others He is a substitute. Not everybody had the same perspective on the day of Jesus' crucifixion. For some He was a servant, or slave. For others He is a secret. For some He's just a circus act. For others He is a substitute. Not everybody had the same perspective on the day of Jesus' crucifixion. For some He was a servant, or slave. For others He is a secret. For some He's just a circus act. For others He is a substitute.… John Butler 1808 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21370265/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april192019whoisesustoyougoodf/id/3271117.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21370265 perspective, servant, entertainment, secret, substitute Sun, 14 Apr 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler Foolish Temptations - CL Foolish Temptations - CL Foolish Temptations - CL… John Butler 2165 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293935/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foolishtemptationscl2018/id/3198399.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293935 John Butler, temptation, grace, pride, sin, shame, covenant living Sun, 14 Apr 2019 19:15:00 +0000 John Butler Believing and trusting the Word does you no good if you don't obey the Word. Society is trying to redefine God right before our eyes, but He has already defined Himself in His Word. If you don't believe, trust, and obey the Bible, you are not following the God of the Bible. Believing and trusting the Word does you no good if you don't obey the Word. Society is trying to redefine God right before our eyes, but He has already defined Himself in His Word. If you don't believe, trust, and obey the Bible, you are not following the God of the Bible. Believing and trusting the Word does you no good if you don't obey the Word. Society is trying to redefine God right before our eyes, but He has already defined Himself in His Word. If you don't believe, trust, and obey the Bible, you are not following… John Butler 2370 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21370262/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_april142019obeyingthewordfound/id/3271110.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21370262 obey, Bible, truth, culture, inspired Sun, 07 Apr 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler Foolish Temperaments - CL Foolish Temperaments - CL Foolish Temperaments - CL… John Butler 2287 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293934/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foolishtemperamentscl2018/id/3198398.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293934 John Butler, foolish, temperaments, grace, pride, covenant life, Mon, 01 Apr 2019 21:43:00 +0000 John Butler How did the Bible get to us? How can we trust that what we have today is what God authored all those centuries ago? We have greater access to the Bible than any generation in history, but believers know less about the Bible than ever. How did the Bible get to us? How can we trust that what we have today is what God authored all those centuries ago? We have greater access to the Bible than any generation in history, but believers know less about the Bible than ever. How did the Bible get to us? How can we trust that what we have today is what God authored all those centuries ago? We have greater access to the Bible than any generation in history, but believers know less about the Bible than ever. … John Butler 2166 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21358028/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march312019trustingthewordpart/id/3259416.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21358028 Bible, truth, accuracy, translation, John Butler Sun, 31 Mar 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler Foolish Tongues - CL Foolish Tongues - CL Foolish Tongues - CL… John Butler 1835 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293933/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foolishtonguescl2018/id/3198397.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293933 John Butler, tongues, foolish, faith, grace, Mon, 25 Mar 2019 21:28:00 +0000 John Butler What we believe about the Bible forms the foundation of our faith. If you want a relationship with Jesus, you have to get to know His Word. Today I want to offer evidence that might help you recognize how special the Bible is. What we believe about the Bible forms the foundation of our faith. If you want a relationship with Jesus, you have to get to know His Word. Today I want to offer evidence that might help you recognize how special the Bible is. What we believe about the Bible forms the foundation of our faith. If you want a relationship with Jesus, you have to get to know His Word. Today I want to offer evidence that might help you recognize how special the Bible is.… John Butler 2634 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21353914/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march242019believethewordpart1/id/3255537.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21353914 prophecies, Jesus, Bible, truth, Messiah Sun, 24 Mar 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler Foolish Thoughts - CL Foolish Thoughts - CL Foolish Thoughts - CL… John Butler 1910 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293932/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foolishthoughtscl2018/id/3198395.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293932 John Butler, Covenant Living, foolish, wise, wisdom, peace, rest Wed, 20 Mar 2019 21:24:00 +0000 John Butler Modern Day Molech: Passing our Children Through the Digital Fire Modern Day Molech: Passing our Children Through the Digital Fire Modern Day Molech: Passing our Children Through the Digital Fire… John Butler 3424 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21350739/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march172019moderndaymolechpass/id/3252478.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21350739 molech, online, safety, Sun, 17 Mar 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler The 3 Vs of Easter - CL The 3 Vs of Easter - CL The 3 Vs of Easter - CL… John Butler 1890 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293931/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_the3vsofeastercl2018/id/3198393.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293931 John Butler, Covenant Living, Easter, Cross, Grace Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:17:00 +0000 John Butler March 10, 2019 - How Do I Love Thee (Part 5 - Power of Love series) March 10, 2019 - How Do I Love Thee (Part 5 - Power of Love series) March 10, 2019 - How Do I Love Thee (Part 5 - Power of Love series)… John Butler 2758 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21345905/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march102019howdoilovetheepart5/id/3248116.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21345905 love, power of love, John Butler, covenant life Sun, 10 Mar 2019 19:40:00 +0000 John Butler Lessons from the Lord's Table - CL Lessons from the Lord's Table - CL Lessons from the Lord's Table - CL… John Butler 1884 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lessonsfromthelordstablecl2018/id/3198392.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293930 John Butler, Covenant Living, communion, blood of Jesus Wed, 06 Mar 2019 17:37:00 +0000 John Butler Loving God must be first and that love must be most by comparison with everything else in our lives. There is only power in love if we get it in the right place and in the right proportion. Loving God must be first and that love must be most by comparison with everything else in our lives. There is only power in love if we get it in the right place and in the right proportion. Loving God must be first and that love must be most by comparison with everything else in our lives. There is only power in love if we get it in the right place and in the right proportion.… John Butler 2209 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21341892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_march32019lovebycomparisonpart/id/3244274.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21341892 love greater, comparison, comfort, past, disciple Sun, 03 Mar 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler Finishing the Giant of Fear - CL Finishing the Giant of Fear - CL Finishing the Giant of Fear - CL… John Butler 1940 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293929/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_finishingthegiantoffearcl2018/id/3198391.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293929 John Butler, fear, giant, overcome, covenant living, Bible Tue, 26 Feb 2019 20:01:00 +0000 John Butler Love is the best lifestyle to live for a believer. Love is a choice, not a feeling. We should speak the truth of Christ with the love of Christ. We can show love by choosing to forgive instead of being offended. Love is the best lifestyle to live for a believer. Love is a choice, not a feeling. We should speak the truth of Christ with the love of Christ. We can show love by choosing to forgive instead of being offended. Love is the best lifestyle to live for a believer. Love is a choice, not a feeling. We should speak the truth of Christ with the love of Christ. We can show love by choosing to forgive instead of being offended.… John Butler 2771 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21337489/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february242019lifeoflovepart3p/id/3240042.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21337489 love, lifestyle, truth, choice, communicate Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler Facing The Giant of Fear - CL Facing The Giant of Fear - CL Facing The Giant of Fear - CL… John Butler 2303 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293928/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_facingthegiantoffearcl2018/id/3198389.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293928 John Butler, Fear, Giant, salvation, healing, courage, covenant living Tue, 19 Feb 2019 19:58:00 +0000 John Butler Love is the greatest power on the face of the earth. God's 4-dimensional love is foundational and we need to understand it and apply it as we continue to pursue a relationship with Him. Love is the greatest power on the face of the earth. God's 4-dimensional love is foundational and we need to understand it and apply it as we continue to pursue a relationship with Him. Love is the greatest power on the face of the earth. God's 4-dimensional love is foundational and we need to understand it and apply it as we continue to pursue a relationship with Him.… John Butler 2080 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21332847/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february1720194dlovepart2power/id/3235609.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21332847 love, Jesus, repentance, ministry, John Butler, Covenant Life Chruch Sun, 17 Feb 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler The Cycle of Fear - CL The Cycle of Fear - CL The Cycle of Fear - CL… John Butler 2059 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293925/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecycleoffearcl2018/id/3198385.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293925 The Cycle of Fear - CL (2018) Tue, 12 Feb 2019 22:07:00 +0000 John Butler Love is the greatest power on earth. Love doesn't draw lines. Love doesn't keep score. Love doesn't stay hidden. Love is the greatest power on earth. Love doesn't draw lines. Love doesn't keep score. Love doesn't stay hidden. Love is the greatest power on earth. Love doesn't draw lines. Love doesn't keep score. Love doesn't stay hidden.… John Butler 2123 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21328779/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february102019idontdofeetpart1/id/3231740.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21328779 love, covenant, relationships, submission, surrender, John Butler, Covenant Life Church Sun, 10 Feb 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler Even When It Hurts It's Home - CL Even When It Hurts It's Home - CL Even When It Hurts It's Home - CL… John Butler 2223 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293923/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_evenwhenithurtsitshomecl2018/id/3198383.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293923 John Butler, praise, hurt, pain, justice, grace Sun, 03 Feb 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler Hope Despite the Headlines - CL Hope Despite the Headlines - CL Hope Despite the Headlines - CL… John Butler 2024 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293921/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hopedespitetheheadlinescl2018/id/3198382.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293921 Hope, John Butler, grace, covenant living Sun, 03 Feb 2019 18:24:00 +0000 John Butler The mission of the church has to get personal this year. We will never do more than we are willing to personalize and implement in our own lives. We have to surrender ourselves to Jesus, be the change, and fall in love with Jesus. The mission of the church has to get personal this year. We will never do more than we are willing to personalize and implement in our own lives. We have to surrender ourselves to Jesus, be the change, and fall in love with Jesus. The mission of the church has to get personal this year. We will never do more than we are willing to personalize and implement in our own lives. We have to surrender ourselves to Jesus, be the change, and fall in love with Jesus.… John Butler 1819 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21324959/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_february32019stateofthechurch/id/3228091.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21324959 mission, surrender, change, love, commitment, john butler Mon, 28 Jan 2019 16:42:00 +0000 John Butler The Word of God has a lot to say about money. Giving is connected to being a follower of Jesus. It cannot be separated from other parts of our lives as servants of Jesus. The Word of God has a lot to say about money. Giving is connected to being a follower of Jesus. It cannot be separated from other parts of our lives as servants of Jesus. The Word of God has a lot to say about money. Giving is connected to being a follower of Jesus. It cannot be separated from other parts of our lives as servants of Jesus.… John Butler 2366 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21319853/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary272019thegivingconnectio/id/3223165.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21319853 money, offering, giving, tithe Sun, 27 Jan 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler The Cross: It's Not What You Think The Cross: It's Not What You Think The Cross: It's Not What You Think… John Butler 1946 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293920/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecrossitsnotwhatyouthinkcl20/id/3198381.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293920 John Butler, Cross, Easter, Sacrifice, peace, salvation, healing Sun, 20 Jan 2019 20:37:00 +0000 John Butler Why is human life sacred? When does life begin? We'll explore what the Bible says about these things. Why is human life sacred? When does life begin? We'll explore what the Bible says about these things. Why is human life sacred? When does life begin? We'll explore what the Bible says about these things.… John Butler 2245 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21315981/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anuary202019sanctityofhumanlif/id/3219487.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21315981 life, sacred, abortion, value, creation Sat, 19 Jan 2019 20:49:00 +0000 John Butler Understanding Biblical Giving - CL Understanding Biblical Giving - CL Understanding Biblical Giving - CL… John Butler 2668 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293918/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_understandingbiblicalgivingcl2/id/3198379.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293918 John Butler, giving, tithing, offering, money Tue, 15 Jan 2019 17:50:00 +0000 John Butler Most of what we deal with in our lives is either because we have created it or have allowed it. What will you create or allow in your life in 2019? Will you take the authority God has given you? Most of what we deal with in our lives is either because we have created it or have allowed it. What will you create or allow in your life in 2019? Will you take the authority God has given you? Most of what we deal with in our lives is either because we have created it or have allowed it. What will you create or allow in your life in 2019? Will you take the authority God has given you?… John Butler 2026 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21312665/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_permissioncl/id/3216357.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21312665 change, authority, action, responsibility, freedom, John Butler Sun, 13 Jan 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler 3 Desperately Needed Biblical Prayers - CL 3 Desperately Needed Biblical Prayers - CL 3 Desperately Needed Biblical Prayers - CL… John Butler 2320 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293917/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_3desperatelyneededbiblicalpray/id/3198378.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293917 John Butler, prayer, devotional Wed, 09 Jan 2019 22:54:00 +0000 John Butler Jubilee - Get Free and Set Free Jubilee - Get Free and Set Free Jubilee - Get Free and Set Free… John Butler 2694 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21308324/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ubileegetfreeandsetfree/id/3212166.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21308324 Jubilee, freedom, peace, joy, pain, relief, Wed, 09 Jan 2019 22:54:00 +0000 Pastor Robby Williams Why? by Pastor Robby Williams Why? by Pastor Robby Williams Why? by Pastor Robby Williams… Pastor Robby Williams 1931 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21308328/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_why/id/3212168.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21308328 why, salvation, healing, rest, sin, forgiveness, help, Christ Sun, 06 Jan 2019 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler Prayer Instructions from Jesus - CL Prayer Instructions from Jesus - CL Prayer Instructions from Jesus - CL… John Butler 1794 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293916/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayerinstructionsfromesuscl20/id/3198376.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293916 John Butler, Prayer, devotional, Bible Sun, 30 Dec 2018 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler The Supernatural Power of Prayer - CL The Supernatural Power of Prayer - CL The Supernatural Power of Prayer - CL… John Butler 2261 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293914/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesupernaturalpowerofprayercl/id/3198375.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293914 The Supernatural Power of Prayer - CL, John Butler, prayer Sun, 23 Dec 2018 20:41:00 +0000 John Butler Why Jesus Came by Pastor John Butler Why Jesus Came by Pastor John Butler Why Jesus Came by Pastor John Butler… John Butler 1132 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293912/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whyesuscamecl2018/id/3198374.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21293912 Christmas, John Butler Sat, 10 Feb 2018 16:58:00 +0000 John Butler This is part 1 of the Fruit of the Spirit series. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ This is part 1 of the Fruit of the Spirit series. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ This is part 1 of the Fruit of the Spirit series. https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… John Butler 2521 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21104639/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_episode1livinginthetreeoflife/id/3021715.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21104639 tree of life, John Butler, love, faith, Bible, Series: Fruit of the Spirit Part#1 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 16:58:00 +0000 Pastor John Butler Episode #3 "Joy Is" https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Episode #3 "Joy Is" https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Episode #3 "Joy Is" https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… Pastor John Butler 2589 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21104683/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_episode3oyis/id/3021759.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21104683 fruit of the spirit, john butler, joy, covenant life, Bremen, peace, love Sat, 10 Feb 2018 16:57:00 +0000 John Butler Episode #2 Love that Overcomes https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Episode #2 Love that Overcomes https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Episode #2 Love that Overcomes https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… John Butler 2424 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21104660/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_episode2lovethatovercomes/id/3021741.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/21104660 love, fruit of the spirit, john butler, covenant life church,, Series: Fruit of the Spirit Part#2 Wed, 18 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 John Butler "A House of Faithfulness" - Pastor John Butler "A House of Faithfulness" - Pastor John Butler "A House of Faithfulness" - Pastor John Butler … John Butler 2981 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9324573/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ahouseoffaithfulnesspastorohnb/id/1123759.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9324573 faithfulness, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Tue, 10 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 John Butler "The House of Honor - Words, Walk, & Work" - Pastor John Butler "The House of Honor - Words, Walk, & Work" - Pastor John Butler "The House of Honor - Words, Walk, & Work" - Pastor John Butler… John Butler 2523 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9243613/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehouseofhonorwordswalkworkpa/id/1123755.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9243613 House,Works,Honor, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Wed, 04 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 John Butler House of Honor by Pastor John Butler covenantlifebremen.org House of Honor by Pastor John Butler covenantlifebremen.org House of Honor by Pastor John Butler covenantlifebremen.org… John Butler 2727 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9184150/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_houseofhonorpastorohnbutler/id/1123753.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9184150 love,house, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Thu, 29 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 John Butler Pastor John recently launched the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which he will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic was The Truth About Pornography. Click on the graphic for more information and for answers to your specific questions. Pastor John recently launched the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which he will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic was The Truth About Pornography. Click on the graphic for more information and for answers to your specific questions. Pastor John recently launched the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which he will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic was The Truth About Pornograp… John Butler 2262 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9114449/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ahouseoflovepastorohnbutler/id/1123750.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9114449 love, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Tue, 20 Aug 2013 00:00:00 +0000 John Butler Taboo Series Resources Pastor John recently launched the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which he will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic was The Truth About Pornography. Click on the graphic for more information and for answers to your specific questions. Taboo Series Resources Pastor John recently launched the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which he will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic was The Truth About Pornography. Click on the graphic for more information and for answers to your specific questions. Taboo Series Resources Pastor John recently launched the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which he will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic was… John Butler 3140 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9075600/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetruthaboutpornographypastor/id/1123745.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/9075600 pornography, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Tue, 06 Aug 2013 00:00:00 +0000 John Butler We are pleased to announce the launch of the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which Pastor John will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic, on August 18th, is The Truth About Pornography. You don't want to miss this important message! We are pleased to announce the launch of the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which Pastor John will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic, on August 18th, is The Truth About Pornography. You don't want to miss this important message! We are pleased to announce the launch of the Taboo Series - a series of stand alone messages throughout the year in which Pastor John will address topics relevant to our culture, but about which the church has remained silent. The first topic, on Augus… John Butler 2446 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8993427/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thebrokenbodyofchristpastorohn/id/1123741.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8993427 Taboo,Pornography, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Tue, 30 Jul 2013 00:00:00 +0000 John Butler S.W.A.T. - Spiritual Weapons And Tactics S.W.A.T. - Spiritual Weapons And Tactics S.W.A.T. - Spiritual Weapons And Tactics… John Butler 2481 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8948729/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_swatpart1pastorohnbutler/id/1123739.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8948729 warfare,tactics, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Mon, 29 Jul 2013 15:51:00 +0000 John Butler Spiritual Weapons And Tactics part 2 https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Spiritual Weapons And Tactics part 2 https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ Spiritual Weapons And Tactics part 2 https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… John Butler 2006 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8949370/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_swatpart2pastorohnbutler/id/1123740.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8949370 warfare,tactics, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Sat, 20 Jul 2013 15:48:00 +0000 John Butler The Purpose of Pentecost https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ The Purpose of Pentecost https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/ The Purpose of Pentecost https://www.covenantlifebremen.org/… John Butler 2028 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8842686/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepurposeofpentecostbypastoro/id/1123733.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8842686 pentecost,Holy Spirit, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler Thu, 11 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 John Butler "Preparing the Soil" by: Pastor John Butler Visit our site: http://covenantlifebremen.org "Preparing the Soil" by: Pastor John Butler Visit our site: http://covenantlifebremen.org "Preparing the Soil" by: Pastor John Butler Visit our site: http://covenantlifebremen.org… John Butler 2499 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8780859/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparingthesoilbypastorohnbut/id/1123732.mp3 https://kingdomrock.sermon.net/8780859 Rain,Soil,Heart, Custom categories: Pastor: John Butler