Springs of Hope Church With Pastor Mike Jenkins of Crawfordville, Florida

Salvation Is Real

Pastor Mike Jenkins unpacks the multi-layered reasons believers and seekers alike gather on Sunday mornings, focusing heavily on our ultimate need: true salvation. Pulling from his 12 years of Air Force service, he compares the deep sacrifices made for national freedom to the ultimate, unmatched sacrifice Jesus Christ made to free humanity from the curse of death. This message dives straight into tough, uncompromised truths about sin, cultural identity, and moral boundaries, while simultaneously offering the beautiful, healing hope of a just God who justifies us. Pastor Mike challenges the church to step out of the pews, move beyond a consumer-minded faith, and carry the fire of revival directly into the community. -- Every person who walks through the church doors comes with a hungry expectation for a real manifestation of God, whether they fully realize it or not. -- True gratitude stems from recognizing the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross, which has already provided for our greatest spiritual needs. -- The church must remain unashamed to preach the literal word of God regarding sin, reminding believers that God is both loving and perfectly just. -- True worship means honoring God exclusively for who He is, rather than treating Him like a cosmic vending machine designed to hand out blessings on demand. -- Believers are called to be active doers of the Word, utilizing their unique gifts and financial resources as responsible stewards to actively advance the Kingdom. -- The gospel of Mark reveals that Jesus was actively preaching the "gospel of the kingdom" as a joyful announcement well before the events of the cross and resurrection took place. Scriptures for Further Study -- Matthew 4:23 -- Matthew 9:35 -- 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 +++++++ Find more information on our website: https://www.springsofhopechurch.life/

Judgment by Pastor Joshua Limpert

We have all heard the phrase, "never judge a book by its cover," yet we routinely evaluate the spiritual worth and character of others based purely on outward appearances. In this deep dive into scripture, Pastor Joshua Limpert unpacks why judgment belongs solely to God and how horizontal judgment actively destroys Christian community. By looking at foundational biblical accounts, this message challenges believers to look inward, humble themselves, and recognize that the grace extended to us must be the same grace we extend to a stumbling brother or enemy alike. Here are the main takeaways from this message: -- The grace of God is frequently perverted when believers use it to justify their own compromises while simultaneously holding others to strict, unmerciful standards. -- As seen in the story of King David and the prophet Nathan, we are often quickest to fiercely condemn the exact sins in others that we are secretly guilty of committing ourselves. -- When we project constant judgment onto the people around us, it is usually our own internal guilt and sin nature speaking rather than a reflection of reality. -- Righteous judgment means seeing a stumbling brother or sister and privately praying for them or helping them up, whereas unrighteous judgment gossips to exalt oneself. -- Jesus calls us to a standard that defies human nature, commanding us to love our enemies and pray for our persecutors so that we may truly reflect our Heavenly Father. Scriptures for Further Study -- Jude 1-9 -- 2 Samuel 12:1-12 -- John 8:1-11 -- Matthew 7:1 -- Luke 6:37 -- 1 Corinthians 4:5 +++++++ Find more information on our website: https://www.springsofhopechurch.life/

The Second Book Of Acts - Part 3

Do you ever feel like there is more to the Christian life than what you are currently experiencing? It is time to stop settling for "church as usual" and start writing the second book of Acts in your own community. We are called to be more than just church-goers; we are called to be disciples who manifest the power of Jesus in a lost world. -- The Holy Spirit is not just for salvation; He is our empowered helper, given to us so we can walk in the victory Jesus intended. -- There is a distinct, unique experience of being baptized in the Holy Spirit that empowers believers to be bold witnesses for the Gospel. -- Speaking in tongues is a biblical, manifest evidence of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, clearly demonstrated throughout the Book of Acts. -- We are not a building; we are the living body of Christ, commissioned to destroy the works of the devil and seek those who are lost. -- Boldness is not optional. As we continue to speak the word of God with authority, the Holy Spirit confirms our message with signs and wonders. Scriptures for Further Study -- Matthew 28:19-20 -- John 14:26 -- Luke 19:10 -- Matthew 9:37 -- 1 John 3:8 -- Acts 2:1-4 -- Acts 4:29-31 -- Acts 8:12-17 -- 1 Corinthians 14:5, 39 -- Acts 10:44-46 -- Acts 19:1-6 Message originally delivered on May 29, 2022. +++++++ Find more information on our website: https://www.springsofhopechurch.life/

Holy Spirit - Are You Just Sitting on a Pew? Discover the Power You’re Missing!

Walking in Holy Spirit Power -- The church is not a club for sitting on a pew, but a commission to go into the world with the power of God. -- Every believer receives the Holy Spirit at salvation for internal identity, but many miss the external empowerment that comes through the baptism of the Holy Spirit. -- We are called to live our lives with enthusiasm and boldness, whether at home, in the workplace, or while running errands at places like Walmart or Publix. -- A vibrant devotional life is the secret to staying close to God, much like a soldier longing for a letter from home, we must daily seek our love letter from our Father. -- We should never let the trials of life get in the way of our relationships, just as we should never stop dating our spouses or making time for our Savior. -- The original Book of Acts serves as our blueprint, showing us that God wants to equip us for public ministry and bold, personal witnessing. Scriptures for Further Study -- Ephesians 1:13-14 -- Romans 8:9 -- Galatians 3:2 -- 1 Corinthians 12:13 -- Acts 1:5 -- Acts 2:38 -- Acts 8:14-17 -- Acts 10:44-48 -- Acts 19:1-6 +++++++ Find more information on our website: https://www.springsofhopechurch.life/

The Gospel and the Word

In this message, Pastor Mike Jenkins challenges believers to move past religious terminology and step into an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. By examining how the Gospel was preached long before the New Testament was ever written, this teaching connects the Old Testament promises directly to our modern lives, proving that God's plan for your redemption has been in motion since the very beginning. -- We are fully commissioned to share our faith because we are the unique salt and light in our specific workplaces and neighborhoods. -- Repentance and the Kingdom of Heaven were the central, identical opening messages of both John the Baptist and Jesus Christ. -- The law acts as a strict measuring stick that reveals our shortfalls, proving that no human can follow it perfectly in letter or spirit. -- Cleansing from sin requires a bloody sacrifice of an innocent life, a requirement fully and permanently satisfied by Jesus as the Lamb of God. -- The Old Testament contains the Gospel in promise form, revealing a complete redemption plan through Abraham, Moses, and David. Scriptures for Further Study -- Romans 1:16-17 -- Matthew 3:1-2 -- Matthew 4:17 -- Mark 1:14-15 -- Deuteronomy 5:1 -- Romans 3:23 -- Hebrews 9:22 -- John 14:6 -- Galatians 3:8 -- Galatians 3:16 -- Isaiah 52:7 -- Isaiah 53:1-12 +++++++ Find more information on our website: https://www.springsofhopechurch.life/