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Jeff Johnson

Five Steps to a Strong Faith, Part 1

March 9, 2016
Thanks for joining us on this mid week edition of Sound Doctrine with Pastor Jeff Johnson. D.L. Moody once said, “Faith takes God without any if’s”. Today on Sound Doctrine Pastor Jeff will be teaching from Romans chapter 4. And in todays lesson, we will learn that Abraham’s life of faith is not exclusive to him alone. We are all capable of leading a life of faith, by applying a few simple principles to our lives. But, it all begins with trust. Stay tuned for this encouraging study called, “Five Keys to a Strong Faith.”
References: Romans 4:17-25

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Did you know that men added to the Old Testament Law to create stricter requirements for righteous living? Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff is teaching us that, its not in works we find our righteousness, but its in Jesus Christ. Just as Abraham believed in God, our belief in Christ transforms us, into children of God. Stay tuned for the conclusion of the two part study called, “To be a Son of Abraham.”
March 8, 2016
The Jews looked to Abraham as a father of their nation. They prided themselves in the fact that they were his children. But, the Apostle Paul says, its not enough to be related to him by blood, its acting like him that’s important. Abraham’s trust in God is what made him righteous, not his works. Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff will teach us about becoming spiritual children of Abraham, in a study called, “To Be a Son of Abraham.”
March 7, 2016
Welcome to Sound Doctrine with Pastor Jeff Johnson. Today, we pick up with Pastor Jeff as he is giving his conclusion, today a study about living a happy life, but it may not be what you think. To live a happy and healthy life, you must confess your sins to God. It’s at this moment when God covers you with grace and forgiveness. Stay tuned for the conclusion of the series, “Happy, Healthy, and Forgiven.”
March 4, 2016
Thanks for joining us on this edition of Sound Doctrine, with Pastor Jeff Johnson Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Downey. The Old Testament is filled with pictures for us, which are a New Testament Principle. It sometimes took the patriarchs a long time to repent of their sin. But, this shouldn’t be the way it is for us. Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff is teaching about how great it is to immediately confess our sin in the series called, “Happy, Healthy and Forgiven.”
March 3, 2016
Thanks for joining us on this edition of Sound Doctrine with Pastor Jeff Johnson. Having the knowledge of forgiveness of sin is wonderful. But, knowing everyday, God sees you as completely righteous, is great! This means you don’t have to worry about works! Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff is teaching about how blessed the believer is, resting in the knowledge of Gods grace. We are in the book of Romans chapter 4 in the new series called, “Happy, Healthy and Forgiven.”
March 2, 2016
In life, it’s excellent to develop a great work ethic. But, when it comes to salvation, works must stop. One of mans worst habits is incorporating a works mindset to gain grace. Grace is undeserved, unearned favor, which is given to those who have faith in God. Leading them to salvation. Today, we pick up with Pastor Jeff in Romans ch. 4 verse 3 and he will give us the conclusion to the series, “Keep the Faith.”
March 1, 2016
The Jews in Rome prided themselves as being children of Abraham, which they thought made them righteous. However, the Apostle Paul is showing them that their Father Abraham was human and made mistakes. We pick up with Pastor Jeff in Romans chapter 4 as he’s talking about the fallibility of Abraham, in the second half of the series called, “Keep the Faith.”
February 29, 2016
When you think of someone who lived a life of faith in the bible, usually the first name that comes to mind is, Abraham. You would be correct, as he is called the father of faith. But, his faith wasn’t in faith itself, it came from believing in Gods Word. Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff begins Romans chapter 4, and will be teaching about a life lived in faith! Stay tuned for the study called, “Keep the Faith.”
February 26, 2016
Today, we are completing Romans Chapter 3. Pastor Jeff is teaching us about some great news! The debt we all have has been paid for, if we simply accept the free gift of God, which is, salvation through His son. Jesus’s blood cures us of the sickness of sin that leads to death. We pick up with Pastor Jeff as he is explaining the price of salvation in the conclusion of his messaged titled, “Great News.”
February 25, 2016
In the Old Testament, there is a wonderful clause called the kinsmen redeemer. This person is a relative of a deceased family member that would purchase their land, and take in their family to provide for them. This is a beautiful picture of Christ’s completed work on the Cross-. Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff will explain the great news of what Christ has done for us in the second half of the study called, “Great News.”
February 24, 2016
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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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