Faith & Doctrine Episodes

Daniel 9:24–27 may be one of the most important prophetic passages in the Bible! Find out why in today’s exciting episode, as Pastor Jack explains the meaning of this often misunderstood passage and explores the significance of the numbers related to weeks and years mentioned within it. (00:00) Choosing Victory Over Defeat (03:00) The Danger of Passive Christianity (07:30) Grave Clothes and Lingering Bondage (12:45) Living Delivered but Thinking Like Egypt (18:41) Discernment and Competing Cult...

Love is not real love if it is only given in words. It must act. The love of God is a working love that demonstrates His character to the world. The Church has drifted from showing true love to those who need it most. Find out how we can get back on track in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) What It Really Means to Be a Christian (03:00) Why You Can’t Fully Trust Man-Made Things (05:10) Are You Truly Free When You Lay Down at Night? (07:40) Christian Liberty: What You Can and C...

Join us for our third, rapid-fire round of YOUR questions! Pastor Jack is given a series of listener questions and has no prior knowledge of what they are, and has 60 seconds to answer. We hope you enjoy this fun and fast-paced episode with the goal of always learning more about God's Word. (00:00) Introduction to the Rapid-Fire Q&A (02:50) Will Gentiles Still Have Hope After the Rapture? (04:35) What Must Happen Before Christ Returns? (05:50) Are We Living in the Tribulation Now? (07:10) What’...

Pastor Jack gives his opinion on Islamic terrorists, their worldview, their connection to religion, and how it all relates spiritually. What exactly are the "deceiving spirits" and the "doctrines of demons" that the Bible warns us would prevail in the last days? This is a time when we need to be vigilant and have our spiritual armor on to withstand what's upon us now and what is approaching in the future. (00:00) Opening on Violence, Islam, and Spiritual Deception (01:16) 1 Timothy 4 and the Me...

Why should we be in hot pursuit of Jesus Christ? Because the rewards are both eternal and abundant. Seeking the Lord and following His commandments in joyful obedience will lead to a fulfilling and God-glorifying life that impacts not only our own hearts but also the world around us. (00:00) Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus (05:30) What It Means to Cause Someone to Stumble (08:00) Avoiding Scandal in a Sexually Charged Culture (13:30) Following Christ Step by Step (19:00) Living to Build Up th...

Have you ever wondered if you can lose your salvation? Can someone attend church, profess faith, but not actually be a true believer who's going to heaven? What is your answer to the question - "I'm going to heaven because...?" Tune in to this important episode on faith and salvation. (00:00) The Question of Falling Away from Faith (02:30) Why Context Matters When Reading the Bible (07:05) Understanding the Book of Hebrews (13:15) The Controversy Around Hebrews 6 (18:50) Backsliding Versus True...

Our God is a gift-giver, and He goes beyond thought or expectation when He bestows His gifts. His greatest gift was Jesus, whose blessing extends far beyond the manger to the cross. Let’s spend time in wonder and adoration of this perfect Christmas gift today. (00:00) A God Who Makes All Things New (05:30) The Light of the Messiah Fulfilled (09:30) Humanity’s Search for Sacrifice and Religion (13:00) The Danger of Routine and Empty Religion (15:00) The Meaningful Gift of a Perfect Savior (19:00...

Pastor Jack goes behind the story of the Oscar-nominated short film, Forevergreen, with directors Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears. If you haven't yet seen the film, please watch it before hearing of the incredible details from these animators and the intentional thought process behind each captivating scene. WATCH FOREVERGREEN NOW: https://youtu.be/B4EPW7JUMTM?si=KaHC3Dqmg4gewZAK (00:00) Introducing Forever Green and Its Creators (08:30) The Gospel Bridge Illustration Becomes a Story (15:3...

Whether it’s a slight course correction or a dramatic U-turn, there are times in life when we need to alter our direction. If you are not fully engaged in pursuing God and all that He has for you, it’s time to change your course! Learn more in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) “Repent” Means Turn Around (04:20) Don’t Judge, Do All Unto the Lord (06:10) Synthetic Relationships: AI, Convenience, and a Fake World (09:30) God Came in Human Flesh (14:50) Repent and Believe: The Gosp...

Money is a big deal! How should we handle it, think about it, and is money evil? Find out what Jesus and the Bible say to us about money and learn how to apply that to your life in practical ways. (00:00) Money as an Altar of Worship (05:01) Work, Dignity, and God’s Design (08:07) Obedience in Finances Brings Blessing (12:05) The Love of Money and Its Dangers (18:56) Saving Early and Being Faithful in Little (21:32) Borrowing, Debt, and Using Credit Wisely (32:49) True Blessings Are Greater Tha...

As Christians, our goal is to have a faith that is grounded in prayer, the Word of God, and the pursuit of becoming more like Jesus. Learn how to mature in your faith through spiritual disciplines that not only build up your life but also bless the people around you. (00:01) Christianity Is Yield Not Performance (03:50) God’s Watchful Love and Loyal Hearts (05:00) Repentance and Running Toward God (07:45) Living Water and the Indwelling Spirit (10:30) You Must Be Born Again (11:55) The First Bo...

Are ancient gods returning and ramping up their presence? In this episode, Pastor Jack discusses passages in the Bible regarding demonic activity, idols, possession, and even shares a personal encounter with the dark spiritual realm. (00:00) The Return of the Gods and the Rise of Demonic Influence (05:35) Idols, Demons, and the Warning of 1 Corinthians 10 (09:04) Revelation 13 and the Image of the Beast (10:43) Unclean Spirits and the Danger of an Empty House (12:30) Legion, the Tombs, and the ...

You asked for it—we delivered! Pastor Jack reads through the entire book of Revelation on this extended episode. Get comfortable and join us for this three-hour, exciting look through the Revelation of Jesus Christ. (00:00) Revelation Explained: The Three Buckets (Past, Present, Future) (08:00) The Seven Churches and the Church Age (Revelation 2–3) (39:00) Heaven Opened: The Throne Room and the Lamb (Revelation 4–5) (1:03:00) Tribulation Begins: Seals, Trumpets, and Global Judgment (1:30:00) An...

Would you say that love is your default setting? For most of us, it’s a struggle to react to this world lovingly. But as we draw nearer to God and depend more on the Holy Spirit to lead and guide us, we will be able to set aside impatience, anger, and frustration and instead draw from God’s never-ending love. (00:00) New believers have zeal and the church matures together (03:19) Why grace produces freedom and legalism produces rules (06:38) Christian freedom is not permission to premeditate si...

In this exciting episode, Pastor Jack simplifies how we are to view the book of Revelation and how you can’t fully understand the Old Testament without this special and unique book. Revelation unveils how the promises, patterns, and prophecies of the Old Testament find their ultimate fulfillment in Jesus and God’s final restoration of all things. Tune in to this beginner's guide as we look forward to diving deeper into the book of Revelation moving forward. (00:00) Why the Book of Revelation Ex...

God wants to do great and mighty works in your life, but that requires you to first be real and authentic with Him and with others. Let’s remove all facades and allow the Holy Spirit to move in and through us, to the glory of God. (00:00) Knowing God Beyond Songs and Words (03:02) Salvation Was God’s Idea From the Beginning (06:05) The Promised Redeemer Who Crushes the Enemy (09:58) God Reveals Himself Personally to His People (12:59) Living Unashamed of the Gospel of Christ (15:30) Faith, Not ...

The Bible teaches not only that we can gain eternal life by placing our trust in Jesus Christ, but that we can know it with certainty. If you aren’t yet living in the assurance of God’s promises about your future, today’s episode is perfect for you! (00:00) You Don’t Have to Live Without Jesus (04:04) This World Is Not the End (06:09) False Paths to Peace and Self-Made Spirituality (11:29) Casting Off the Works of Darkness (14:44) Two Tickets to Paradise: Salvation Through Christ (16:05) Puttin...

What does the Bible say about putting labels before our beliefs? Do you describe yourself as a hyphenated individual? God's word specifically speaks about Christians who think like this and what we should be doing instead. (00:00) A hyphenated culture (04:30) Patrick Henry and the end of divided identity (07:30) Biblical unity: One in Christ (11:20) Temptation vs. identity (18:40) Cultural labels and political faith (24:20) Cultures, denominations, and biblical truth (28:40) The global church w...

Jesus gave us a new commandment in John 13 to love one another the way He loves us. He didn’t just command it; He demonstrated it. Learn more about the characteristics and nature of the love that Christ shows us and how it should overflow into the lives of those around us. (00:00) A new commandment (05:53) The Spirit won’t allow it (06:38) Love covers sin (09:47) Repentance and reality (15:41) A cultural crisis CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-pod...

Regardless of your finances, as a Christian, you are indebted to others. The debt you owe is a debt of love, and you should spend your entire life paying that debt to the people God has placed in your life. Find out more about this topic in today’s exciting episode of the Jack Hibbs podcast. (00:00) “Love is love” vs God’s definition of love (03:55) Owing one another love, not debt (Romans 13:8) (11:33) Keeping your word as an expression of love (15:30) Love fulfills the law (18:25) Loving God ...

Let's talk about miracles, the gospel, and signs and wonders. Does God do miracles, and is he still doing them today? How about signs and wonders and people who actively pursue being a part of them? How do these things coincide with the gospel and what Jesus told us? Tune in to find out. (00:00) Gospel, miracles, and belief (05:03) Word first, not signs (10:10) Entertainment culture vs truth (15:17) Spiritual gifts and order (19:56) The greater healing (24:08) Final call and invitation CONNECT...

Many people think the role of a Christian is simply to go to church, read their Bibles, and pray—checking off the boxes on their list as they do. But God has called us to so much more. If Christians were to fully embrace their God-given role, the world would sit up and take notice because it would be countercultural, revolutionary, and God-glorifying. (00:00) The Christian’s role in society and culture (05:45) Obeying God rather than man (Acts 5) (10:35) The unstoppable proclamation of the gosp...

Lately, we’ve been hearing many people publicly sharing their own biblical interpretations and what they believe the Bible really means when it mentions certain things. Is there really a heaven and a hell? Is heaven really forever? What do you do when you suddenly hear a challenging God’s Word? (05:37) Genesis pattern (08:17) Rejecting “smart code-breaker” Christianity (15:15) The danger of “hear everything” Christianity (20:49) Warning: microphones and cameras don’t equate to authority (29:21)...

Politics can be ugly, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a place for the Christian in dealing with political matters. God has allowed leaders and systems to be set in place, and it’s our job to ensure that He is represented at every level of government. Find out how the government of God is intended to look in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs Podcast. (00:00) Government & God's Kingdom (15:54) Moral Responsibilities and Leadership Involvement CONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK Get Updates via Text: htt...