Bethel Redding Sermon of the Week

Eric Johnson teaches us to apply wisdom to favor. He shows us the wisdom of David, Stephen and Jesus, who all experienced favor with God, but not man. Eric explains how each handled being hunted and trusted in God. When our favor isn’t received well by men, stay true and turn to God for strength and courage!

Bill Johnson teaches on what we can learn from three miracle births in the Bible; from Sarah, Hannah and Mary. He encourages the church that there is a miracle, something impossible that can only be brought through in its purest form through each of us, and the world is crying for it. Be encouraged that God wants to do the impossible through you, and be bold to share your unique story!

Kris Vallotton continues his series on prophets by explaining how they comfort and protect nations. Some of the core fruits of prophecy are that people would be edified, exhorted and consoled. In difficult seasons of life it is important to remember the prophetic words of comfort and encouragement that have been spoken over us as we fight for victory. Be encouraged because your personal victory will become a corporate covering!

Eric Johnson teaches on the importance of being a slave, servant and friend of God. Everything we do in life has the potential to be ministry to the King and advance the Kingdom. So in friendship with God, do what you are good at with excellence and display His manifold wisdom on earth!

Bill Johnson speaks on the resurrection power of Jesus; that the tomb stone was not rolled away to let Jesus out, but rather to release faith as the observers saw that the tomb was empty. Jesus gave us a message that he is ready to back up; that the Kingdom of heaven is at hand and within reach, and the realm of God’s dominion is available for every situation we encounter. Pastor Bill then leads us in a time of prayer for the resurrection power of Christ to be made a reality in our lives.

Kris Vallotton continues his series on prophets, highlighting the lives of Daniel and Joseph. They both practiced covert ministry by building relationships with their kings, loving them beyond what they deserved. These relationships gave them access to impact the governing of nations. Let’s learn from Daniel and Joseph, by loving people beyond what they deserve and coming alongside them to serve our cities well.

Bill Johnson teaches on the true demonstration of being a disciple of Jesus - humbling ourselves and taking up our cross. In our journey, God gives us seasons of increase and promotion. It’s important that when we are given those promotions, we choose to go low, pick up our cross and sacrifice. When you sacrifice, you may be the only one who experiences the pain and cost, but in your day of breakthrough everyone under your influence will experience that breakthrough too!

Bill Johnson teaches on the power of grace to partner us with our almighty God, releasing breakthrough on earth. As we have compassion on humanity, radical obedience empowers us to bring transformation to cities. Find the broken places in your life where you have experience and authority, because from those places you will release the process for ruined cities to be restored and redeemed!

Eric Johnson encourages us to be victorious in the battles of our lives which can come as temptations or tests. When temptations come our way, Jesus always gives us a way out. God knows that we can pass tests well because they are only given according to our abilities! Whatever challenge you are going through, trust that God is a good teacher and has prepared you for temptations and tests, so you will come out victorious as you abide in him.

Eric Johnson teaches on experiences, encounters and mysteries of God. It is healthy to hunger for supernatural experiences, but the pursuit of our hearts should always be for God himself. Let's remember that we serve a God of encounters without making encounters into a god. When we make him our main goal, we discover that much of his goodness is hidden in mystery!

Kris Vallotton describes what it means for saints and prophets to live in the new covenant. Under the old law we deserved to be judged for our sins, but through a violent act of grace we came into graceland. Therefore our ministry is to now reconcile people to God. Let us extend mercy to those who don’t deserve it, because it is through undeserved mercy that we too entered the Kingdom. For Part 2 of this series visit:https://shop.ibethel.org/products/prophecy-and-prophets-part-2-6-00pm-march-2-2014

Bill Johnson ends his series on Solomon's wisdom by focusing on the community of the redeemed. In Isaiah 62, we are commanded to not give ourselves or God rest until He makes the community of the redeemed the praise of the earth. As we learn to do life and rule with wisdom, we corporately become the city on the hill that both attracts people and causes them to be in awe of God.

Dann Farrelly encourages us to lift our eyes to eternity and foster a longing for our heavenly home. Heaven should reach into the here and now and affect our lives and priorities. Let us allow God to increase our longing for eternity and the manifest presence of God!

Kris Vallotton explains the difference between the gift of prophecy and the office of a prophet. God gave the five fold ministry, including prophets, so that we could grow into the maturity of Christ. When a prophet is fully operating in his or her God-given role, the Body is equipped with eyes to see and ears to hear.

Danny Silk teaches on the importance of dreaming. The good news is that there is no expiration date on your dreams. It's time to have great expectations of what is happening in you and through you!

Bill Johnson continues his series on the wisdom of Solomon. God loves cities, and one of the functions of wisdom is the ability to serve the most broken people in our cities: the derelict and the destitute. A city can only be fully restored when we value the most broken because, according to Isaiah 61, it is the formerly broken who are the primary builders of the city. Let us serve with wisdom and break the cycle of poverty!

Bill Johnson explains the blessing of being poor spirit. It is not about self-criticism; it's about a complete dependence on God to do what only He can do. Blessed are the poor spirit for they have access to the entire kingdom of God! If we are to be a part of the next great move of God, we must be poor in spirit.

Eric Johnson admonishes us to steward who influences us. The truth is that you are responsible for who is influencing you and your level of faith. Make it a point to surround yourself with great people who actually believe in the promises of God!

Bill Johnson speaks on the importance of living conscious of eternity. Living with an awareness that we will give an account to God helps us to stay in wisdom and out of foolishness. We don't just live for now; we live for eternity!

Kris Vallotton declares that 2014 is the year of reestablishing covenant. Passion and sacrifice- that's what covenant is made of! We are called to a place beyond convenience, to the place of covenant.

Eric Johnson reviews the highlights of this past year. He revisits the charge given by Heidi Baker in January proclaiming Isaiah 61 as the chapter for 2013. He re-emphasizes this passage as part of the vision for the new year. He hones in on the profound truth that, as believers, the Spirit of God is abiding in us and we in Him; turning our greatest weaknesses into our greatest strengths.

Bill Johnson speaks of the value of pondering in our hearts the words God has spoken to us. When Jesus was dedicated, others marveled at the words spoken over Him, but Mary treasured them and pondered them. Bill said, "Everyone who hears what God is saying has the opportunity to bring a manifestation of Jesus to the world." To do so, we are to hear the word of the Lord to us, treasure it, ponder it and surrender.

Kris Vallotton poses this important question: who are you supposed to be with? The truth is that your destiny is with your people. Just like Saul, the Apostle Paul and Ruth, may you come into your destiny by finding your family!

Bill Johnson uses offering reading number one to pray for a breakthrough of God's blessing and bounty. The blessing of the Lord is a catalyst for revival. Let's use His favor to empower people and to serve them well!

Eric Johnson speaks on the ability to serve. In the Bible, Daniel was able to serve a wicked king without defiling himself. When we don't criticize and instead act with compassion, God opens up doors of favor for us to influence all different areas of society and culture.

Danny Silk urges us to press into love and forgive those who hurt us. Unconditional forgiveness frees you as God redeems everything in your life. Keep your love on!

Bill Johnson speaks on cultural transformation and how to live in the realm of blessing. We have the privilege of displaying what God is like to the world through wisdom. We are called to serve humanity through excellence, creativity and integrity.

Bill Johnson speaks on the necessity of partnering principles with the Presence of God. King Solomon was a man of principles but not a man of the Presence, a distinction that eventually led to his downfall. We are meant to have experiential knowledge of God, a present tense relationship with Him, that breeds an awareness of His Presence and ultimately cultivates the kingdom here on earth.

Eric Johnson expands our understanding of how God views faith. The journey of life is one of faith and God is setting us up to be successful in that journey. Don't compare and don't worry. Just live passionately!

Eric Johnson encourages the Church to fall in love with humanity more than ever before. When you are in touch with the Creator's original design for mankind, it's easy to see a person as God sees them, not as the world labels them. Let's be famous for loving the hell out of people!

Bill Johnson speaks on the importance of mission work. It's important simply because it's on the heart of God. With the gospel, we have the opportunity to shape the history of nations!

Bill Johnson continues his series on the keys to city transformation that are found in the life of King Solomon. God wants to give us wisdom to serve humanity and to build His kingdom. Everyone is looking for the city whose builder and maker is God.

Bill Johnson speaks on the momentum of cultural transformation, a study of the life of King Solomon. Kings who rule with a servant's heart were God's idea and He's calling us all to be kings. Only someone who knows their royal identity can participate in royal generosity and, in so doing, invest in eternity!

Danny Silk confronts the mentality that as believers we have to insulate ourselves against the suffering of others. Jesus was the one who said that "whatever you did unto the least of these you did unto Me." Acting with compassion is not about reacting to guilt trips; it's about being willing to accompany someone in their pain. May we be a people whose lives shout "I love you" and who bring the kingdom wherever we go!

Bill Johnson reminds us that God's heart is for cities, regions and nations to be transformed. Our role is to dream with Him and plant words of hope and promise into the people of our cities that blossom into destiny. The reality is that all of eternity is impacted by the choices we're making now!

Bill Johnson highlights God's wisdom depicted in the early life of Solomon, a prototype of the church. God desires to release an extraordinary measure of blessing over a people who will maintain a servant's heart, devotion and purity as they pursue His wisdom for the answers to the world's problems. That supernatural wisdom, displayed in loving, servant-hearted believers, will usher in the most unusual witness the world has ever seen.

Bill Johnson encourages us to fight not according to the flesh but according to the mandate God has given us! The battleground is in individual minds but the victory is one that will shape our entire culture. Demonic strongholds are no match for simple prayer empowered by God's grace.

Kris Valloton inspires us to not be afraid of pain. Pain has a purpose so it's important to go through it not around it. Don't reduce your life to accommodate your pain; trust God and deal with it!

Eric Johnson addresses the tension between preparation and flexibility in the pursuit of excellence. We're entering into a new season where we need to be prepared to suddenly change course according to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Let's come together and have a corporate expectancy for the unknown!

A special guest of Eric Johnson shares her incredible testimony of encountering the love of God and converting from Islam to Christianity. The love of Jesus will refresh you and the power of the Holy Spirit will inspire you as you listen to her story of radical forgiveness and reconciliation. She powerfully reminds us that we don't serve the god of hatred; we serve the God of love!

Bill Johnson talks about the four cornerstones of thought that are the boundaries of our faith. God is good- because He is better than we think we must change the way we think! Nothing is impossible- through faith we enter into realms that were formerly defined as impossible. Everything was won at Calvary- Jesus's death on the cross was ultimate victory. Everyone is significant- the Father decided you were worth the life of his Son!

Eric Johnson reminds us to prepare now for the doors that the Lord is opening. Stay rooted, embrace humility and learn from instruction. It's in the "off seasons" that God prepares us for what is coming next: success!

Bill Johnson shares the secret to a victorious lifestyle: constant dependence on grace. Sin is not anyone's predestined path! A lifestyle of prayer prepares us to face unexpected trials and triumph over adversity.

Eric Johnson admonishes us to be like Daniel who served a wicked king yet remained consecrated. Today there are Daniels in the body of Christ who are meant to serve outside of the four walls of the church. As God opens up doors and marks us with his favor, we must not lose sight of purity because it is that very quality of holiness that attracts people!

Bill Johnson speaks on the power of the blood of Jesus to redeem us out of any lifestyle of sin. God, our loving Father, has zero approval for sin but He is always willing to help us. His grace does not excuse sin; it empowers righteous living!

Bill Johnson elaborates on Isaiah 35 and what it means for the community of God to actually take ownership of each other's weaknesses and problems. People who are possessed with God's love for others can't help but create the kind of environment that He loves to invade! If we are to experience an atmosphere that is infused with constant supernatural breakthrough then we must embrace the assignment to lend a hand to our fellow man and stand in the gap with encouragement and compassion.

As the body of Christ, we are meant to be the great dispenser of Heaven's joy and blessing. Out of the abundance of what we have, we give away! We have been commissioned to serve our cities and leaders by opening up their dreams so that God can shine on them.

Light works best in the darkest places. Now that the light is within you, you can go into dark places and not be guilty by association! Let us trust the light and shine it all around!

Sitting, walking, and standing are the three postures of the believer. As we assume those positions, we engage with heaven in the unfolding of God's purposes on the earth! We rest in the finished work of the cross but we must also walk according to the call we've received and stand firm in his promises if we are to see his kingdom come.

Community works! Banning shares his insight on how Christianity was always meant to work in the context on community. In community, we find the strength and grace we need to fulfill the commission that the Lord has given us.