Sanctuary Church of Jonesboro Podcast

There are so many pressures today to give your kids the absolute best. Even against the nicest house, the name brand shoes, and the craziest vacations, the best thing you can give your child is the character of Christ. Momma, give yourself grace and give your babies Jesus.

The presence of a serpent is inevitable, but he lost his fighting power back in the garden.  Despite the snake’s slimy slander, we must diligently steward the blessings God gives and defeat him with the power Christ gave us to rise after failures. 

Guest minister Rev. Wayne Neyland exposes the enemy’s lies about identity and shows that our security is found in our position in Christ rather than in our condition or feelings.

Is sacrifice worth it if it isn’t appreciated? You’re called to be faithful, not applauded. Bishop O’Connell helps Sanctuary Church to understand their purpose in the midst of painful obedience. 

What lies could a bloody coat even tell?  It tells a father that his son is dead. It tells a dreamer that his dream is dead.  It tells a band of brothers that their futures are dead.

Staff Pastor Austin Jackson takes us through what the Bible says about overcoming failure, and how single moments of failure do not have to determine our identities or our futures.

Even in seasons of spiritual exhaustion, believers can find victory by holding onto and responding to the Word of God. 

In this continuation of the series, we explore how to overcome our brokenness while discovering how God is shaping the greater purpose and bigger picture of our lives.

Guest Minister Reverend John Dean encourages the congregation to make room for God in faith despite confined or uncertain seasons, positioning them for His unexpected work.

In the first message of our new series, Pastor O’Connell takes a closer look at the prophet Elijah and uncovers practical, Scripture-based ways to navigate seasons of discouragement.

In this Easter message, Pastor O’Connell reminds us that the resurrection is our example, and no matter how deep the pit we’ve settled in, God calls us to rise, reject compromised faith, and step boldly into our purpose.

This powerful message challenges listeners to move beyond surface-level faith and embrace a deep, spiritual desperation for God’s presence, truth, and transforming power.

In this Palm Sunday sermon, Pastor O’Connell draws a powerful parallel between the crowd at the first Palm Sunday and those gathered in His house today.

“What if what you’re worried about right now is already under control?” In this encouraging sermon, Staff Pastor Austin Jackson shows how our perspective of God’s greatness effects our everyday lives. 

In this unique “tag team” style sermon, three different generations of the O’Connell family testify to God’s faithfulness and show that what He has already done continues to impact those living for Him today.

Care Pastor Andrew Sanders helps the saints of Sanctuary Church understand that doubt is a normal part of growing in God and teaches what we can do to identify its sources and overcome it.

What is a “tableland”? In the Bible, it was an elevated plateau that represented blessing and God’s divine provision.  In this study, Lead Pastor Kenneth O’Connell walks us through the 3 ways God is lifting us.

A timely warning of God’s return, our duty to obtain our own salvation, and the biblical stance supporting modern-day Israel.

An encouragement to all congregants awaiting the return of a prodigal, and how leaving the Father’s house provides a new perspective on what it was like there.

Once you are reconciled with Christ, it is your duty to become an instrument of reconciliation for others. In this Wednesday night Bible study, Pastor O’Connell explores the barriers and doorways of this topic in Corinthians.

Pastor O’Connell explains his biblical mandate of being a watchman and warns the congregation about present and future setbacks for Sanctuary Church.

Our Bishop highlights the importance of being close to the Pastor’s ministry and emphasizes that the congregation must allow his voice to speak into their lives before anything can happen.

"You will never be able to control the influence of carnality in your life when you allow it in.” Lead Pastor O’Connell explores how Acts 27 teaches readers the importance of listening to the right voices.

In the last Refreshing service, Bro.Story highlights not only the message but also the working ministry of the pastor, and how we, as the congregation, can prepare to receive all that God wants to give us through him.

A powerful and timely study of how our time on earth is shaped by getting through each day with the perfect measure of strength granted to us by God.

Reverend Story of Texas challenges the congregation with this question: When did God become an idol?The conclusion: It happened when the people of God stopped preparing their own sacrifices and began buying them at the temple.

As the Refreshing continues, Reverend Jimmy Toney of Gainesville, Florida, walks you through Scripture revealing the true mark of the enemy: doubt. 

Reverend Shane Burns of Oklahoma City encourages the congregation to use the power of Jesus’ name in all circumstances of life and rebukes hopelessness among Spirit-filled believers. 

In the first service of the Refreshing, Reverend David McGovern of Los Angeles commends the people of God for their care of the ministry and highlights the value of their faithfulness to the Kingdom of God. 

Staff Pastor Austin Jackson kicks off Sanctuary Church’s annual Refreshing Revival by discussing how spiritual renewal is only found in the presence of God.

Pastor Kenneth O'Connell ministers.

Youth Pastor Clinton Curtis highlights the humility of leaning on others and the responsibility the church body has to help more people gain access to what we already have.

Staff Pastor Austin discusses the biblical case for water baptism in the Name of Jesus.

Pastor O'Connell delivers a powerful vision for future of Sanctuary Church.

Pastor Kenneth O'Connell ministers.

"You don't have enough to buy this until you sell all." -Pastor Kenneth O'Connell

An in-depth study in Biblical prayer and fasting delivered by Pastor Kenneth O'Connell.

Sanctuary Church celebrates its 15th anniversary with guest minister Rev. John Ison.

"Nothing is as important as going where that star is!" -Pastor Kenneth O'Connell

Pastor Kenneth O'Connell ministers.

Pastor Kenneth O'Connell ministers.

Pastor Clinton Curtis delivers a powerful message titled, “When the Word Returned.”

Pastor and Sis. O'Connell sit down to discuss healthy and Biblical conflict resolution in the home.

“God doesn’t make sons into servants, He makes servants into sons.” -Pastor Clinton Curtis

Rev. Tim Butler kicks off Family Month at Sanctuary Church!

Join Bishop Bill O’Connell as he ministers on the powerful question: “Will You Be a Legacy Maker or a Legacy Taker?”

“We will not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord!” (Psalm 118:17)

In this message, Rev. Marvin Mitchell begs the question, “Are you drinking from the polluted wells of the world, or the living water Christ offers? He challenges us to examine our source.

In this message, Pastor Kenneth O’Connell preaches the ultimate supremacy of God over every force that seeks to steal, kill, and destroy.

Rev. Joel Urshan ministers during night 1 of "The Refreshing" event.