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Jeffrey Johnson
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We are a Reformed Baptist Church in Conway, AR and we are seeking to be known for the gospel.

  1. 2D AGO

    What to Do When Everything Around You Is Falling Apart

    What do you do when your world feels like it’s collapsing? In this powerful message from Psalm 46, Jeffrey Johnson addresses the fear, confusion, and instability we experience when life unravels—whether through personal tragedy, illness, financial hardship, or global uncertainty. Using the psalm’s vivid imagery of earthquakes, raging seas, and trembling mountains, he reminds us that even in the worst-case scenarios, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”  This sermon centers on two anchoring truths: God is our present help and our future hope. When everything around us feels insecure, God remains near, steady, and unshaken. Our security is not found in circumstances, possessions, or earthly systems, but in the unchanging presence of the Lord. And beyond today’s trials, we are given the promise of a future that cannot be shaken—a coming kingdom where war, sorrow, and suffering will cease forever.  With pastoral warmth and biblical clarity, Johnson calls believers to “be still and know” that God is in control. In the midst of chaos, we can stand firm—not because the ground beneath us is stable, but because the God who holds us never moves.

    23 min

  2. FEB 24

    How to Love Someone Who Keeps Hurting You

    In this message from 2 Corinthians 12:11–19, Pastor Jeffrey Johnson explores how believers are called to respond when they are criticized, misunderstood, or mistreated—especially by those they have loved and served. Drawing from Paul’s defense of his ministry to the Corinthians, he highlights the apostle’s remarkable tenderness and perseverance in the face of gossip, false accusations, and ingratitude. Rather than reacting with anger or self-protection, Paul responds with patience, sacrificial love, and a continued commitment to their spiritual good. Pastor Johnson applies this passage broadly—to pastors, spouses, parents (especially those with wayward children), and anyone navigating difficult relationships. He reminds listeners that love often means stepping back into the fire, serving again even when it hurts, and seeking the other person’s good rather than personal vindication. Paul’s declaration—“I will most gladly spend and be spent for your souls”—becomes a powerful model of gospel-shaped love. Ultimately, this sermon points beyond Paul to Christ Himself. Just as the Corinthians misjudged Paul, we often misread God’s goodness and respond with ingratitude. Yet Jesus continues to love, receive, and patiently shepherd His people. This message calls believers to reflect that same steadfast, sacrificial love in their own relationships, trusting that God uses even difficult people to shape us more into the image of Christ.

    48 min

  3. FEB 10

    Why God Might Refuse to Remove "Your Thorn"

    In this message, Jeffrey Johnson reflects on Paul’s teaching in 2 Corinthians 11–12, where true glory is found not in strength, success, or earthly achievements, but in weakness that magnifies the grace and power of God. Paul’s life—marked by persecution, suffering, and a persistent “thorn in the flesh”—reveals a countercultural truth: God’s power is made perfect not in human triumphs, but in humble dependence on Him. Rather than boasting in visions, accomplishments, or ministry success, Paul boasts in his weaknesses because they kept him humble, reliant on grace, and deeply aware of God’s sustaining power. Through vivid contrasts—such as the spectacle of the Super Bowl versus the quiet faithfulness of a dying saint—the sermon challenges listeners to reconsider what they define as glory. Earthly power fades, but heavenly glory shines brightest in suffering endured with faith. Paul’s unanswered prayers and ongoing afflictions were not signs of God’s absence, but evidence of His purposeful work, shaping humility and displaying divine strength. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to see their own thorns differently. Trials, hardships, and limitations are not obstacles to God’s work but instruments of it. When believers are weak, Christ’s power rests upon them, making their lives a living testimony that God’s grace truly is sufficient.

    39 min

  4. FEB 3

    Why Trying to Be “Good” Won’t Set You Free — And What Will

    In this sermon from Romans 6:14, Jeffrey Johnson explores what it truly means to live free—free from guilt, shame, and the dominion of sin. He begins by encouraging parents, especially mothers, highlighting God’s care for families and children, and then invites listeners to see God’s grace as a vast “mansion,” filled with ever-increasing riches of mercy, compassion, and kindness. Believers are reminded that while they have already experienced God’s grace, there is far more to behold and enjoy as they walk with Christ. Johnson contrasts two paths to freedom: law and grace. He explains that the law, while holy and just, can only expose sin, increase guilt, and deepen bondage. Rather than freeing the conscience, it condemns and frustrates the sinner, revealing humanity’s inability to meet God’s perfect standard. True freedom—guiltless joy and lasting peace—cannot be found through self-effort or moral striving. The heart of the message is the liberating power of grace. Through Christ, guilt is removed, condemnation is gone, and believers are declared righteous before God. This grace not only forgives sin but also transforms the heart, producing obedience motivated by love, gratitude, and joy rather than fear. Johnson calls both unbelievers and believers to come boldly to the throne of grace, rest in Christ’s finished work, and live daily under the joyful reality that we are no longer under law, but under grace.

    45 min

  5. JAN 20

    Why Your Weakness Is Your Greatest Strength

    In this compelling message from 2 Corinthians 11, Pastor Jeffrey Johnson offers a countercultural and deeply biblical approach to boasting. Titled "How to Brag to the Glory of God," the sermon reveals how the Apostle Paul’s “resume” is marked not by accolades, achievements, or human strength, but by suffering, weakness, and dependence on Christ. Paul shows us that true boasting—God-glorifying boasting—focuses not on self-exaltation, but on the power of God revealed in our frailty. Pastor Johnson highlights two key points: first, never boast in your strengths, for boasting is both shameful and selfish; and second, if you must boast, boast in your weaknesses. Through detailed exposition, we see Paul list trials such as imprisonments, beatings, shipwrecks, and deep concern for the churches—not to elevate himself, but to magnify God’s sustaining grace. His trials become testimonies to God’s power, not his own ability. This message challenges modern views of success and encourages believers to rethink what it means to have a “godly resume.” Whether you're facing setbacks, feeling spiritually inadequate, or wrestling with weakness, this sermon will remind you that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness. The call is clear: boast not in what you’ve done, but in what God has done in you—especially through your most difficult moments.

    42 min

  6. JAN 6

    Exposing False Ministers: Not All Who Preach Are Sent by God

    In this convicting message, Pastor Jeffrey Johnson unpacks the Apostle Paul’s defense of his ministry against false teachers infiltrating the Corinthian church. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 11:7–15, he contrasts the selfless marks of a true minister with the deceitful traits of false apostles. Pastor Johnson also addresses the broader implications for modern Christianity—warning against a nominal faith that lacks repentance, and highlighting the dangers posed by deceptive leaders who peddle a diluted gospel for personal gain. Through powerful examples and scriptural insight, this sermon challenges believers to examine their own lives: Is the truth of Christ within you? Are you serving others sacrificially, as Christ and Paul did? Pastor Johnson calls the Church to recognize the marks of genuine faith and to reject superficial religiosity that lacks true transformation. Whether you're a church leader or a layperson, this message is a vital call to embrace truth, love, and sacrificial service in a world full of spiritual counterfeits.

    53 min

  7. 12/30/2025

    Are You Drifting from Jesus Without Realizing It?

    In this heartfelt and timely sermon, Pastor Jeffrey Johnson shares a personal story about how seemingly innocent distractions—like hobbies and interests—can subtly pull our hearts away from devotion to Christ. Using his own recent experience with collecting sports cards as a springboard, he addresses a deeper spiritual issue: how easily Christians can drift from daily devotion, heartfelt worship, and a love for sound doctrine without realizing it. Pastor Johnson challenges believers to examine where their affections lie and reminds them that busyness and spiritual neglect often go hand-in-hand. He emphasizes that true revival begins with a return to God’s Word—not just reading it, but studying it, treasuring it, and being transformed by it. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 11, he unpacks Paul’s concern for the Corinthian church, warning them (and us) about being dazzled by outward appearances and smooth talkers while drifting from the truth of the gospel. The sermon passionately defends the vital role of doctrine in the Christian life. Doctrine isn’t dry or academic—it’s the foundation of our relationship with Christ, our spiritual purity, and our perseverance in the faith. Pastor Johnson stresses that churches and believers must prioritize sound teaching over superficial appeal. He ends with a call to re-center our lives around the Word, to guard our affections, and to recover the joy of knowing and loving Christ through His truth. If your spiritual life has grown cold or routine, this message is a powerful reminder: return to the Word. Return to sound doctrine. Return to Christ.

    57 min

  8. 12/23/2025

    The Most Expensive Gift Ever Given

    In this powerful Christmas message, Pastor Jeffrey Johnson invites us to reflect deeply on the true cost of the greatest gift ever given: God's only begotten Son. While we often celebrate the birth of Christ with warmth and joy, we must not overlook the immense price paid by God to secure our salvation. Drawing from John 3:16, Pastor Johnson walks through four essential truths—the cost of the incarnation, expiation, propitiation, and reconciliation. He reminds us that God's love is not sentimental but sacrificial. The incarnation meant that the eternal Son of God took on human weakness, endured temptation, and ultimately died under the wrath of God—not for the righteous, but for sinners and enemies of God. Jesus was born to die, and through His perfect life and substitutionary death, He removed our sins, satisfied God’s justice, and reconciled us to the Father. This sermon is a sobering yet hope-filled call to consider the depth of God's love and the sufficiency of Christ’s work. Whether you feel distant from God or are seeking peace with Him for the first time, the invitation is clear: believe in Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.

    48 min
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