There is a meme going around that says, “If Paul knew what the state of America was right now, he would be writing another letter.” It’s funny, but true. Because here is what is happening. Certain people have crept in and turned grace into something it is not (Jude 1:3-4). These people have cheapened the…
Thanksgiving has dynamics in and with it – and so does murmuring. In this lesson you will be able to see and choose which of the two you want to perpetuate in your life. These dynamics are what actually happen to you and others when you give thanks, or an expression of gratitude – or…
History contains the stories of all kinds of people: weak and strong; frightened and courageous, deceptive and honest; many are often a mix of all that. All of us have the capacity for good and for evil, but in the end, we are remembered for the choices we make. Those we choose as role models…
Suffering is a fact of life. It has a long arm. No one escapes it. Is God mean? Is He not really in control? Is our pain a mistake? Or does God have definite purpose and complete control as the Word of God says? There are many reasons God allows suffering in our lives. In…
He hath showed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? (Micah 6:8) Beloved, it is our task and our mission to be a blessing. We cannot be a blessing to others and still…
Negativity is the vicious opponent of thanksgiving. A negative viewpoint is basically the fruit of selfishness. And our culture is riddled with it. What to do? Give thanks to God! Turn it all around! We don’t have to live our lives under the oppression of other people’s whining and complaining. We don’t have to be…
It very easy to fall prey to being critical of others. At times people justify their criticism, and as a result damage relationships with others. Many don’t understand how to live without a critical spirit, and often they become bitter and judgmental. This teaching by pastor David L. Johnston will empower anyone to live free…
Being offended means to be hurt, angered, or upset by something someone else has done. God has laws in which offense can be prevented. One of these commands include “turning the other cheek” (Matthew 5:39). This principle is one of the most misunderstood in the Bible. We are guessing there are very few teachings on…
The Bible has clear instructions on how to control our emotions. Pastor David L. Johnston presents Five Biblical Steps, that when practiced will get you on the right track to the best life possible.
If one is merciful, they will demonstrate forgiveness and compassion to those in need. Jesus frequently spoke of this in His teachings. Matthew 5:7 says, “Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.” This teaching by David L. Johnston covers the significant details of this scripture and how we can apply this to our…