Sound Doctrine

Know anyone who likes to be recognized and the center of attention? They might even take the credit for something they really didn’t do! Today, we’ll introduce you to a man from long ago that fits that description. His name is Saul, and his story is recorded for us in First Samuel thirteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We’ve reached chapter thirteen in our verse by verse study of First Samuel. The center of attention once again is Saul. Saul is about to take credit for something his son actually did, and pastor Jeff Johnson doesn’t want us to miss the many takeaway lessons! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

. There is one case however where compromise is simply unacceptable. That is in our relationship to God. In every case we’re to obey Him. Today we’ll meet a man that failed to do that, so let’s head over to First Samuel chapter twelve. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, pastor Jeff Johnson begins a study in First Samuel twelve, where Samuel gives a stirring final speech to the people. It’s a challenging message for the people back then, and for us today as well. It shows us once again that humanity’s problem with sin hasn’t changed over these thousands of years. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Let’s say someone lashes out in anger against you, and for no good reason! Or, someone falsely accuses you of something at work, and you end up losing your job as a result! When we’re hurt like this, the world would say we have good reason to exact a little revenge. But pastor Jeff is going to suggest a much different approach, and that is to allow the Lord to fight your battles. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Samuel had been a faithful judge over Israel, and God had been nothing but good to His people. But the people of Israel lost sight of that, and cried out for a King. They rejected Samuel and the Lord without a legitimate reason, and in doing so they payed a heavy price. This is about to unfold before our eyes in First Samuel eleven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In First Samuel chapter ten, Saul is anointed as Israel’s first King. Now, at first, it seemed like a good choice, but as we progress through the next several chapters of First Samuel, we will see just what a mistake is was. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff Johnson has framed his study around chapter ten. This chapter describes a key moment in the history of God’s chosen people. They have demanded a King, despite knowing that God was truly their King. They wanted a King they could look at and serve. Here we see Saul become that King. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We so often judge by appearances without knowing what’s on the inside. But to judge a book - you have to read it - and that takes time. The same is true with a person. It takes more than a first impression to know what’s on the inside. Today on Sound Doctrine, we take a second look at Israel’s first king. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We take you to First Samuel chapter nine on this broadcast - which is the beginning of the historical record of Israel’s first king. Saul had the looks - but not the character. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today Pastor Jeff Johnson takes us back to First Samuel where the people Israel want to make a change. They want a king. We might have a reaction to that like, “huh? You already have God as your King”! God was their king for sure, but now they wanted a man to fill those shoes! A big difference and a big mistake to be sure. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

The book of First Samuel speaks of a time when the Ark of God had returned, and the people were genuinely confessing and forsaking their sin. The prophet Samuel is back on the scene, and reassures them of the Lord’s ability and His promise to deliver them from their enemies. Despite that reassurance, the people were still demanding a King! Why were these people demanding something they already had in God? Join us in First Samuel chapter eight. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

True repentance begins in the mind - moves to the heart - then gets to our hands and feet! It’s admitting what God says is true, agreeing with it, and with His help, we do it! This is Sound Doctrine with pastor Jeff Johnson. To agree with God we must know what He thinks about things. Today we’re in First Samuel chapter seven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Repentance is important when dealing with the sin on our lives, but on Today’s broadcast, we’ll see God’s people waiting twenty years before repenting. Now that’s a long time! If we’re wise we won’t wait and waste the years God has given us! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In the book of First Samuel, the ark of God was recovered. Though the people of God initially rejoiced, they did not want to bow to the holiness of God. Sound familiar? Let’s get the story in chapter six of First Samuel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Spiritually speaking, if the symptoms of our condition persist, It has to be God’s mercy, designed to push us toward treatment and healing. Every human being is dying of a terminal disease called sin. And there is only one cure. Find your place in First Samuel six as we bring you Sound Doctrine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we continue in First Samuel five today, we see the Ark of the Covenant being transported. Now, there aren’t any snake pits, and Harrison Ford is nowhere to be found, but what we see here is a clear example of the folly of disobeying God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

When the Philistines had captured the Ark of the Covenant, God did something about it – and there are quite a few takeaway lessons we don’t want you to miss. Join us in First Samuel chapter five, as we join pastor Jeff Johnson. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff has an eye on First Samuel four today. God is about to remove His presence from the nation of Israel. Sounds severe doesn’t it, and it is! But what would lead the Lord to do this? We’ll look into that together and learn that it comes down to misguided faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

When God makes a promise, you can be sure He’ll keep His Word. And in First Samuel four, God is about to come through on a promise He made in chapter three. He’s going to judge Eli and deal with his two sons. If you’ll recall, Eli failed to discipline his sons, and they steered off in the wrong direction. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

These are difficult days, no doubt. Evil is on the rise, and those who stand for the truth are routinely ridiculed. But in the midst of the mess, God has an important mission and calling for us. Today you’ll be encouraged to embrace God’s call with open arms. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Our condition is not unlike the nation Samuel grew up in. The Word of God was often rejected in those days, due to the rebellion and unbelief of the people. We see that all around us today. In the midst of it all, Samuel received God’s call for his life and experienced a fruitful ministry. The same can come true for you and me, if we’re willing. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff is currently leading us through a new verse by verse series in First and Second SamuelSamuel. This book describes a real transitional period for Israel. Samuel was a great man, and he came along at a time when Israel really needed one. Fresh off their journey out of Egypt and into the promised land, it was time for them to decide who was going to be their leader. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111