Christians and politics What should a Christian do in regard to politics, being a public citizen, voting and talking to people who believe differently than us? Finally, remember that discussions about politics are neverending. Don’t get sucked into conversations that neither glorify God, nor build you up, nor help to bring people to Jesus. AboveContinue reading “Christians and politics”
Author Archives: Michael D Johnson
We’re always looking for something more
Have you ever noticed that we just can’t seem to be content with what we have? We always seem to be looking for new things. A new house, a new car, a new job, new clothes, new technology and the list goes on. We just don’t seem to know how to be content. And itContinue reading “We’re always looking for something more”
Injustice and how to respond
I have given a lot of thought to recent events in the USA. I want to share here as succinctly and meaningfully as possible some solace, hope and wisdom for all who might receive it… There has been injustice in this world since Cain and Abel. And across the millenia since then, there has beenContinue reading “Injustice and how to respond”
Taking care of the ones you have
especially new people. We know that part of the call is reaching new people with the gospel and evangelizing and discipling them but we often don’t know who, when, where or how. Let us today be reminded of the beautiful reality that God will bring into our lives those that He desires us to ministerContinue reading “Taking care of the ones you have”
Showing up
Dear pastor Have you ever received a “perfect attendance” award? Have you ever given one? These definitely seem to be things of the past, but there is a lesson to be learned from this practice of yesteryear. The reason that these awards were created and distributed in the first place is because we know thatContinue reading “Showing up”
Forever faithful
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. You and I change and grow. Sometimes we change and die. But humans are always changing. There is a funny saying that floats around these days: “People never change.” But it is not true. People are fickle and change their mind, their behavior, their commitments andContinue reading “Forever faithful”
A few questions about church
Did you know that when you go to church, you are actually meeting with the God of the universe? Not just symbolically and not just mentally as you review and rehearse things in your mind, but in actuality and in reality. Yahweh, God is present in the worship service at your local church each andContinue reading “A few questions about church”
The Scripture way of salvation (and what entire sanctification means)
Many Christians have heard the word “sanctification” or the expression “entire sanctification” but many don’t know what it means. Furthermore, there are some different explanations of what entire sanctification is. In this blog post I will attempt to explain both the Scripture way of salvation (how God takes someone from being lost to found orContinue reading “The Scripture way of salvation (and what entire sanctification means)”
Pastoring contentious people
Dear pastor, Have you ever had the privilege of pastoring a strong-willed person? Hopefully you are already smiling at my use of the word “privilege.” Ministry is already hard enough without putting strong-willed, obstinate, cantankerous and contentious people into the mix. And yet that is precisely what many of us face week in and weekContinue reading “Pastoring contentious people”
God can sanctify our work
Dear pastor I want to encourage you to find joy and fulfillment RIGHT NOW, in this PRESENT MOMENT, for the Lord is with you, even now. So much of life and ministry can seem mundane, boring or like wasted time. And yet when God is present, He is sanctifying that very moment. I remember the storyContinue reading “God can sanctify our work”
Pastor Michael Johnson 