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Jeff Johnson

The Ministry Revealed Part 2

September 4, 2024

As we head back to Matthew chapter twenty let me set the scene for you.  A mother is about to approach Jesus asking that her boys be given high ranking positions in the Kingdom.  While that ruffled a few feathers, how Jesus responds is brilliant, and gives us some clues about the keys to greatness in God’s eyes.   Here’s a hint, it’s connected to serving!  

References: Matthew 20:17-28

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We’re talking about ministry today, what it costs as well as the path!  Now you might be under the impression that ministry is best left up to the leaders of your church.  But the truth is, God calls each Christian to the ministry.  Have you accepted the call?  
September 3, 2024
In the world as we know it the powerful, rich and famous are highly regarded.  But in the Kingdom of Heaven God has a much different standard for position and rewards that just may surprise you!  We’re in Matthew chapter 20 today and upon first glance at this story you might be tempted to think God isn’t being fair or just! Some have totally missed the point of the passage and drawn the wrong conclusion as you’ll soon see.  
September 2, 2024
We’ll be resuming pastor Jeff Johnson’s series in First John, with another stop in chapter four.  The apostle John is about to return to his main theme of loving one another, as he explains this is the telltale sign that we’re truly born again.  
August 31, 2024
It may seem unfair to you that someone who has been walking with God for many years can potentially receive the same reward as someone who barely makes it into heaven. How in the world is that fair and if it is, by whose standards?  Let’s talk about it today on Sound Doctrine as we open up Matthew chapter twenty with pastor Jeff Johnson. 
August 30, 2024
How do I get to heaven?  An important question, no doubt about it.  But many are confused about the answer, thinking their own works or merit play a part.  Today on Sound Doctrine we turn to Matthew chapter nineteen and Jesus leaves no doubt that entering into the Kingdom of heaven is impossible on our own.  But God does it for you!
August 29, 2024
Sinless perfection… that’s what is required for us to enter into the Kingdom of heaven.   But you’ve probably noticed, that’s impossible, in and of ourselves, as we’re all sinners and fall short of the glory of God. So where does that leave us?  What’s impossible for mankind is made possible through Jesus.   We’ll talk about it today on Sound Doctrine, as Jesus speaks about the deceitfulness of riches and the Kingdom of God!  
August 28, 2024
Can I live forever?  If I can, then how is it done? Who do I need to speak to, and what am I required to do in order to obtain that?  Is heaven real? How do I get there? What’s next?  We’ve all had questions like these race through our minds at various times, and today on Sound Doctrine, we get some answers from Matthew chapter 19. 
August 27, 2024
Today on Sound Doctrine we’ll hear of some children that were brought to Jesus.  And while the disciples started to shoo them away, thinking Jesus was too busy, our Lord makes it clear He wants children brought to Him and He’s never too busy.  There’s an important lesson in all of this for us.
August 26, 2024
We’re warned in First Timothy chapter four that there will be false teaching in the last days, and some will turn away from the faith, being misled by it.  In case you haven’t noticed, we’re there!   So how can you best protect yourself?  We’ll learn a simple quick test that if applied will save you a world of hurt.  
August 24, 2024
Today we’ll once again look at the subject of marriage and divorce - and the ways to avoiding one from leading to the other. There are hundreds of books available that purport to tell you how to have a successful marriage, but there’s only one you can really count on for the truth - the Bible. 
August 23, 2024
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A weekday radio program featuring the verse by verse Bible teaching of Pastor Jeff Johnson broadcasted throughout the United States and abroad.

About Jeff Johnson

Jeff Johnson is the senior pastor of Calvary Chapel of Downey, California since 1973. The emphasis within his ministry is a verse-by-verse study of the Word of God, giving its full counsel. His influence has experienced a steady and substantial growth over the years with people of all ages. Calvary Chapel of Downey has grown to average weekly attendance of more than 9,000. Teaching seminars, Bible classes, home studies, various training programs, mission outreaches, as well as a Christian Elementary & Jr./Sr. High School, and Bible college meet the needs of this large body. Calvary Chapel's impact is growing from Southern California to virtually around the world. His wife Karyn supports Jeff in his ministry.

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