FBCG Live with Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr.

God's thoughts differ significantly from ours, particularly in the realm of finances. The way we manage money not only reflects our spiritual beliefs but is also a means through which God demonstrates His power.Support the Show.

We serve a God who answers prayer in light of His purposes for your life. No matter where you are, you are not beyond the realm of God’s ability to reach you!Support the Show.

We govern our lives according to the Word. The Word allows us to live the best life that God has for us. Support the Show.

God does not want you to think there’s a possibility that you aren’t saved! The devil’s program is to keep you ignorant and unsure about your destiny. Jesus died for you knowing you would sin. You do not have to keep carrying your sins!Support the Show.

At seasons and times, we have all strayed away from God in our hearts. If we know people who are backsliders, we have a responsibility to try to win them back to the Lord.Support the Show.

Unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of heaven. God has made provisions for you to accept Him and have eternal life. Support the Show.

Believers are not judged regarding going to heaven; rather, they are judged for their service to God's kingdom, which will be tested by fire. What work are you doing to help advance the kingdom of God?Support the Show.

All judgment has been given to Christ, requiring everyone to give an account. However, the great news is that Jesus has made provisions for believers to be forgiven.Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins highlights what happens when we die, emphasizing that our body returns to dust, our spirit goes to God, and our soul rests eternally. Support the Show.

Laying on of hands can be done without anyone physically touching you. Who you allow to lay hands on you makes a difference!Support the Show.

Faith is not positive thinking. It involves having steadfast assurance and placing trust, reliance, and complete persuasion. Faith is a requirement for a walk with God. Support the Show.

We are called to repent from dead works. A dead work is anything that you seek to do by human effort to gain favor with God. Support the Show.

The discipleship process is designed to help you put your faith and works together. The kingdom requires that your faith is demonstrated by your walk.Support the Show.

A disciple is a doer of what Jesus taught! We are to be disciples and make disciples.Support the Show.

Repentance is a lifestyle, not a one-time act. What actions are you taking in your life that indicate you’re trying to move closer to God?Support the Show.

The devil desires to slowly pull you away from God. The enemy will make you think that you’re too far away and can’t get back into the will of God but we serve a God who can turn your situation around.Support the Show.

God gives a variety of spiritual gifts. Spiritual gifts make one body and they need each other. Support the Show.

Pray for your children and the decisions they make. How a child is raised will determine how they will live their life when they get older.Support the Show.

The most important thing you can teach your child is how to hear from God. Your child belongs to the Lord, not to you!Support the Show.

How you live matters! We don’t live right to get saved; we live right because we are saved. We should not be comfortable living lives that are out of order. We must fight our temptations and not give in.Support the Show.

God can’t use the people who think they have it all together. He uses people who recognize that in their own strengths and abilities, they are nothing! Support the Show.

When you’re doing what God has called you to do, He gives you help! Everything you do in life should be measured against your purpose. Learn more about God's purpose for your life. Support the Show.

Jesus has talked to God the Father about your situation. He has prayed for you. Once you really meet Jesus and have an encounter with Him, you can’t doubt Him anymore!Support the Show.

During the sifting process, there are things, people, and habits that have to go. Learn more about why sifting is essential when you are operating in your purpose. Support the Show.

When you get into the realm God has called you to, the devil will mess with you. The devil may ask for you, but he cannot have you. God has put a shield around you! Learn more about God's purpose for your life. Support the Show.

God created you for the purpose of giving Him glory with your life. Whatever your assignment is, God will open the door of opportunity for you to operate in it. Learn more about God's purpose in your life. Support the Show.

God assigns you to something from the day you’re born. Your purpose in life is to give God glory! Learn more about God's purpose in your life. Support the Show.

There’s one sower and the same seed, but the soil determines what happens with the seed! You need the seed of the Word and the Holy Spirit in your life to stay undefeated and victorious against the devil. Learn more about the causes of spiritual defeat and how you can overcome it. Support the Show.

When you look at your life, who are you representing or seeking to please, earthly desires or God’s desires? When you have a relationship with the heavenly Father, He opens your eyes to see things you’ve never seen before. Learn more about the importance of pleasing God's desires rather than our own. Support the Show.

As Christians, we are to be convicted and stay consistent with our beliefs in spite of the consequences. There will be situations in life where the enemy will try to compromise with you, and in those times you have to remind yourself of the God you serve and stand openly on your conviction. Learn more about how to be a committed disciple of Jesus. Support the Show.

God loves unity! God will send his dew from the high places to your dry places. Learn more the significance of unity. Support the Show.

When we repent, we change our lifestyle, our values, our relationships and our attitudes. When you are repentant, you take thought before you get close to what you struggle with. Until you learn to hate sin, you will continue sinning. Learn more about the signs of repentance. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins continues the conversation about the doctrine of Jesus Christ. Learn more about the doctrines of scripture. Support the Show.

We must recognize that life is not just about us! We have to learn to be selfless. Motherhood is about making the choice that’s in the best interest of your child, not in your best interest. Learn more about the distinguished traits of a mother. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins continues the conversation about the doctrine of Jesus Christ. Learn more about the doctrines of scripture.Support the Show.

What you believe dictates your behavior and your eternal status. Everything God wants us to know has been contained in the scriptures. Jesus is the authority. We look to what He says! Learn more about how your beliefs can affect the trajectory of your life. Support the Show.

God desires to see in and through your life and wants you to be planted. Learn more about the importance of being planted in His Word. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins engages in a candid, authentic conversation surrounding the theme of the authority of scripture.Support the Show.

The Holy Bible is a book that was breathed upon by God. It has survived 1,500 years through 40 generations and 40 authors, written in different times and places, and survived wars and persecution, criticism and rejections! Learn more about the authority of scriptures. Support the Show.

Being filled is a lifestyle. It’s not a one-time event. When you’re filled with the Holy Spirit, He directs your steps and helps you deal with the issues you have in life. Learn more about the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit. Support the Show.

The devil wants you to be afraid. Fear is not an attribute of God and does not come from Him. When you sow a thought, you reap an act. When you sow an act, you reap a habit. When you sow a habit, you reap a lifestyle. When you sow a lifestyle, you reap a destiny! Learn more about the cause and cure for depression. Support the Show.

Our lives are so full of other stuff that it’s hard to hear God. The devil’s goal is to make you miss out on what God is telling you to do and where God is trying to take you. Where God gives vision, He gives provision. Learn more about recognizing your season of transition. Support the Show.

Your destiny and future are tied to your making a change. God’s seeking to move you from one dimension of your life to a more significant place in your life, but you have to be willing to change. Learn more about the significance of being willing to change in order to successfully transition. Support the Show.

Don’t be satisfied with less than what God has for you in your life! You must be willing to do whatever God wants you to do to be what He has called you to be and to get where He wants you to go. God has something greater in your future than you can ever dream or imagine! Learn more about the danger of neglecting your destiny. Support the Show.

God is calling you to take your eyes off of yourself and help other people. If all of your energy is used on you, you have missed the overall plan of God! Learn more about the importance of helping others during your season of transition. Support the Show.

Relationships are key to our transition. The way we treat each other can help or hinder our transitions. God will not take you anywhere to allow you to be nasty and hateful to others. Learn more about the significance of positive relationships during your season of transitions. Support the Show.

Many of us are not prepared for the dimension that God wants to move us to. Getting prepared involves making the right decisions. It is time for us to make the transition. Learn more about the importance of preparing for your season of transition. Support the Show.

Sometimes as believers, we get to the point where we stop loving Jesus the same way we did when we first came to Christ. Learn more about the path back to being in agape love with Jesus.Support the Show.

God wants to show Himself strong in your life! God will defeat people who try to tear you down. There’s nothing like seeing God’s glory in your life, opening doors that no one can close! Learn more about how to see God's power and glory in your life. Support the Show.

Borrowing and not repaying is a sin. If you’re giving with the expectation of receiving the money back, you’re not helping the person. If you can’t give to someone without needing it back, then don’t loan money. Learn more about loaning and borrowing money. Support the Show.

Debt has become such an accepted part of life that people think it’s okay. Every time you borrow, you become a servant to the one you’re borrowing from. Getting out of debt requires drastic steps. Give God time, and wait and see what God will provide for you. Learn more about how to get out of debt. Support the Show.

People see what they want to see and stay blind to what they want to stay blind to. The Lord hates for us to be spiritually blind! Sometimes you have to allow Jesus to lead you to a place that is uncomfortable. Learn more about the importance of not being spiritually blind. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins continues the conversation on women in ministry and takes the time to answer topic-related questions. Learn more about how God uses women in ministry. Support the Show.

God created man and woman to rule the earth and serve in ministry together. Learn more about how God uses women in ministry. Support the Show.

Life is one, big school. Nothing changes in life until you learn what it is that God wants you to learn. Too many people fail to recognize and operate their lives under the parameters that God has established. When you do things your way, it results in tragedy and devastation for you. Learn more about the importance of being in a constant state of learning. Support the Show.

The worst thing that can happen is for current leaders to die and fail to deposit their knowledge and wisdom into the next generation. It is our responsibility to pour into the next generation and pass the mantle to them. God wants to use the next generation to preach to a failing world. Learn more about the importance of training the next generation to lead. Support the Show.

Everybody stands in need of forgiveness for the wrong they’ve done. Anyone who believes in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus is justified. Learn more about forgiveness and justification. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins engages in a candid, authentic conversation surrounding the theme of justification in the book of Galatians. Learn more about the book of Galatians.Support the Show.

galatians chapter 6 highlights how to deal with a fallen believer, the proper treatment of others, the value of sowing and circumcision vs. the cross. Learn more about Galatians chapter 6. Support the Show.

Galatians chapter 5 highlights living in Christian liberty, ungodly influences, the call to love others and how to walk in the spirit. Learn more about Galatians chapter 5. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins discusses fatherhood with his sons. Learn more about Pastor Jenkins' point of view on fatherhood. Support the Show.

Galatians chapter 4 highlights the status of heirs, pauls warning and admonition, and the law versus the gospel. Learn more about Galatians chapter 4. Support the Show.

We are not owed anything. Everything we have is because of God’s grace and mercy, not because we earned it. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been gone, you can always come home. Learn more about The Lost Son. Support the Show.

We are not saved by the works of our flesh, by what we do, or because we were baptized. What puts us in right standing with God is our faith in Jesus Christ! God’s standard is about more than what you do with your flesh; it’s about the condition of your heart! Learn more about Galatians Chapter 2. Support the Show.

We don’t do what we do to please men; we seek God's approval. God wants to use your life so that when people see how you have changed, they will glorify Him. God wants to use you the same way He used Paul. Learn more about Galatians Chapter 1. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins continues the conversation surrounding the theme of overcoming personal prisons in the book of Philippians. Personal relationships are how we win people to Jesus. Don’t make the mistake of trying to preach to people before they are ready. Learn more about overcoming personal prisons. Support the Show.

We should be concerned about and have a burden for people who are not connected to Christ. Nothing should stop us from sharing Jesus with others, especially with people who don’t look like us and who don’t live the way that we live. God will come after you, no matter how far away from Him you’ve drifted. Chains are broken, people are healed, and lives are changed in gatherings of believers. Learn more about the importance of sharing Jesus with others. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins engages in a candid, authentic conversation surrounding the theme of overcoming personal prisons in the book of Philippians. Learn more about overcoming personal prisons. Support the Show.

Philippians Chapter 4 highlights an appeal to unity, gives us direction on maintaining peace amid challenges and emphasizes the importance of generosity. Learn more about Philippians Chapter 4. Support the Show.

Our sin is the reason Jesus died on the cross. With His death and resurrection, we have been given access to salvation. We have all sinned and we are all in need of forgiveness on a regular basis. Jesus has made this forgiveness possible. Learn more about how Jesus made provisions for us to be forgiven. Support the Show.

We must surrender all in order to gain Christ. Our righteousness comes from our faith in Christ, which empowers us to know Him and His power. Your joy comes from your personal relationship with Jesus. Learn more about Philippians Chapter 3. Support the Show.

Christ needs you and wants to use you for His kingdom. If God can use a donkey to fulfill His prophecy, then God can use you. Learn more about how God can use you despite your flaws.Support the Show.

Jesus humbled Himself and was obedient by dying on the cross. As God works in you, do His will for His pleasure without complaining and disputing. We must obey and serve Christ even in the midst of our personal prisons. Learn more about Philippians Chapter 2. Support the Show.

We can boldly go into God’s presence because we have access to the Father at all times. We can have confidence when we do go before the Father that, as His children, He will receive and hear us. Learn more about why we shouldn't lose heart. Support the Show.

Your response to your drama is what gives others hope. We must learn to see life from God’s vantage point. When all is said and done, God is doing a good thing in you! Learn more about Philippians Chapter 1. Support the Show.

Rejection has a purpose and a meaning, so we must learn to see rejection from God’s perspective. When you are rejected by men, you will be discovered by God. Learn more about how to overcome rejection. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins has a discussion with First Baptist Church of Glenarden leaders on how to handle conflict. Learn more about how to properly handle conflict, especially as a leader. Support the Show.

You cannot change your situation by worrying. Seek God’s kingdom first and He will provide. Be thankful for what you have and stop worrying about what hasn’t happened yet. Learn more about why we should minimize our worrying. Support the Show.

Chapter 5 highlights the proper treatment of others, walking patiently while waiting on the lord, handling life's challenges and reaching for the backslidden. Learn more about James 5. Support the Show.

God has not given us a spirit of fear. Instead, He has given us power, love and a sound mind. The power that God puts in you is greater than any power that the enemy could aim against you. Learn more about how to overcome your fears. Support the Show.

Chapter 4 highlights the reasons for internal strife, the dangers of being friends with the world, a warning against judging others and direction regarding future planning. Learn more about James 4. Support the Show.

Children replicate what their parents do. Parents must teach their children about the power and presence of the Lord. We have to raise up our children to be mighty warriors of God. Learn more about raising your children God's way. Support the Show.

You can control your life by controlling what comes out of your mouth. We must walk in godly wisdom in order to tame our tongue. Learn more about the importance of controlling your tongue. Support the Show.

Life is full of transitions. The scriptures are filled with situations and people who transitioned. Prepare your provisions, plan for the period and possess the promise. Learn more about how to successfully transition in all areas of your life. Support the Show.

The scripture prohibits us from making a judgment about someone based on appearance. How are you demonstrating your faith in Jesus? Learn more about the dangers of judging others. Support the Show.

People of color are in the Bible and have contributed significantly to the history of mankind. Learn more about the Black presence in the Bible. Support the Show.

Wisdom is seeing life from God's perspective. Make the righteous decision, even if it means you have to go through trials. Learn more about living the Christian life out loud. Support the Show.

Leaders are called to lift up a standard and have order. Every leader must also learn how to communicate with God. Learn more about God's instructions for leadership.Support the Show.

There will be difficult days. God allows devastating things to happen because there’s something He’s trying to work in you. You cannot appreciate the sunshine until you’ve had some rain in your life. Wait patiently, walk with God, trust Him and pray until a change comes. Learn more about the benefits of trusting in God even in devastating circumstances. Support the Show.

The Lord grants promises through faith. Even though things may not have come to fruition, still keep the faith. You must know that your tribulations are working for your good. Learn more about how to give God glory through every situation.Support the Show.

We are constantly in a war and we must approach this battle from a spiritual perspective. In this battle, the content of our prayers is of extreme importance. Learn more about how to should incorporate Psalm 20 into your prayers. Support the Show.

You reap what and where you sow. Maintain the faith. The seeds you plant will come back in due time. Learn more about the importance of sowing. Support the Show.

God will give you a season of rest to prepare you for your promotion. You want to be ready for whatever God has for you. If all you focus on is the present moment, you’ll miss that God has a plan to achieve His ultimate purpose in your life. Learn more about how God is preparing you for elevation.Support the Show.

We all have dysfunctions. There is no such thing as a perfect family. No matter how dysfunctional your family may be, the Lord can bring healing to your family if you give Him the opportunity to do so. Learn more about how the decisions of a dysfunctional family can impact others. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins takes time to answer questions about poor financial decisions and the evidences of salvation. Learn more about financial decisions and how you know you are saved. Support the Show.

Children are the heart of God. They need to be in an environment that prepares them for their destiny. We should continue to model worship daily and make deposits of truth to our children. Learn more about the importance of being an example for our children. Support the Show.

As Christians, we should not have an attitude when serving others. We should serve others out of our love for Jesus. Learn more about why we should have a heart to serve others. Support the Show.

The Bible clearly speaks about the evidence of being saved. Assurance is better than doubt. The evidence of salvation should remain constant in your life. Learn more about how to confirm your salvation. Support the Show.

Pastor Jenkins explains the implications of 10 financial decisions that could prove most harmful to us. It is never too late to make wiser financial choices. Learn more about poor financial decisions and how to overcome them. Support the Show.