The Narrow Road with Don Johnson: Radio Sermons

The Faith Test

Don Johnson — Mon, 02 Oct 2006 17:31:58 -0700

October 1, 2006

What is faith, why does God require it rather than something else and how do you know you have it? Don addresses those questions and more in this sermon.

The Reason for the Rules

Don Johnson — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 11:22:33 -0700

September 24, 2006

Why does God give us all those rules? Don's answer may surprise you.

Ready? Or Not?

Don Johnson — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 10:47:12 -0700

September 17, 2006

We've heard a lot about how unprepared everyone was for Hurricane Katrina and the 9-11 attacks. There is an even more important event coming that we need to be ready for: The return of Jesus. Don explains that this event is more like a terrorist attack than a hurricane and we should prepare accordingly. Find out what that means in this talk.

(The September 10 show was a rebroadcast of "The Peril of False Assurance." You can find a link for that sermon below.)

The Covenant God

Don Johnson — Mon, 04 Sep 2006 14:07:04 -0700

September 3, 2006

Brandon sheds some light on the reasons God gave the Ten Commandments.

Tempting the Son of God

Don Johnson — Mon, 04 Sep 2006 14:04:31 -0700

August 27, 2006

Brandon reveals how Satan always uses the same strategy to try and bring down the children of God.

Shavuot

Don Johnson — Mon, 04 Sep 2006 14:02:22 -0700

August 20, 2006

Brandon explains the relationship between the Feast of Weeks (Shavuot), the giving of the law on Mount Sinai and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2.

(Our programs during the summer have been re-broadcasts of earlier shows.)

The Most Important Verses in the Bible

Don Johnson — Tue, 27 Jun 2006 12:19:14 -0700

June 25, 2006

Brandon explains Jesus' answer to the question, "What is the greatest commandment?"

Nothing But the Truth

Don Johnson — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 11:07:41 -0700

June 18, 2006

What should you look for in religion? Inspiration? Morals? Comfort? Don explains that the only thing worth pursuing is truth and then he gives some suggestions about where to find it.

The Meaning of David and Goliath

Don Johnson — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 10:16:34 -0700

June 11, 2006

The story of David and Goliath is about much more than God defeating the giants in your life. As Brandon explains, it is a theological battle.

In the Presence of a Holy God

Don Johnson — Tue, 06 Jun 2006 11:34:00 -0700

June 4, 2006

Are you ready to meet God? Don explains some things to be aware of before that happens.

(Our May shows were re-broadcasts. The sermons heard in May are linked below.)

God's Top Priority

Don Johnson — Mon, 01 May 2006 14:31:23 -0700

April 30, 2006

What is God most concerned about? Find out in this message.

The Big Prize

Don Johnson — Mon, 24 Apr 2006 15:59:38 -0700

April 23, 2006

Would you expect to receive all the rewards that go with winning the Tour de France without actually taking part in the race? Then why do so many people think they will receive the biggest prize of all, Heaven, without ever having taken part in that race?

The Good Life Part 4: Mercy? Can Jesus Be Serious?

Don Johnson — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 17:00:26 -0700

April 16, 2006

Jesus says that the only people who will ultimately receive mercy from God are those who are merciful towards others. Can that be right? Is there a loophole somewhere? Don explains just how serious Jesus is.

The Importance of Righteousness: The Good Life Part 3

Don Johnson — Mon, 10 Apr 2006 15:03:00 -0700

April 9, 2006

Does God really care if we live holy lives? Are the beatitudes only for super-Christians? Find out in this sermon.

Blessed Are the Meek?: The Good Life Part 2

Don Johnson — Tue, 04 Apr 2006 19:20:23 -0700

April 2, 2006

Our culture considers meekness to be equivalent with weakness. As Don explains, the reality of the situation is exactly the opposite.

When It's OK to be Down and Out: The Good Life Part 1

Don Johnson — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 21:42:20 -0800

March 26, 2006

Everybody's chasing after the good life. Unfortunately, many of us are completely wrong about what it looks like. Don shares Jesus' take on the subject in this message, which is part one of four in a series on the Beatitudes.

Don showed this graph to illustrate the sermon. You may find it helpful as you listen.

Trusting God When Life Sucks

Don Johnson — Mon, 20 Mar 2006 15:23:43 -0800

March 19, 2006

The problem of a God who allows pain and suffering has been called the only theological topic worth discussing. How can we trust that God is good when bad things happen? Here Don explains how we can praise God, even when life sucks.

A Picture of Success: Meditations on the Life of Stephen

Don Johnson — Sun, 12 Mar 2006 17:21:43 -0800

March 12, 2006

How do our images of success compare with God's? In this sermon on the life of Stephen, Don contrasts worldly notions of success with what we find in the Bible.

The Peril of False Assurance

Don Johnson — Mon, 06 Mar 2006 16:25:20 -0800

March 5, 2006

Polls show that over 90 percent of Americans think they are going to go to Heaven when they die. Don explains why he thinks a large percentage of these people are wrong.

The Gospel According to John

Don Johnson — Mon, 27 Feb 2006 08:23:17 -0800

February 26, 2006

Churches commonly treat Jesus as a product by "selling" Him to seekers. This sermon from John 20 critiques that trend.

The Number One Thing You Should Know About God

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:48:37 -0800

February 19, 2006

You might have heard that the number one thing to know about God is that He loves you. Don doesn't think so.

The Comfort Trap

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:47:39 -0800

February 12, 2006

Many people become Christians and start out very excited and energetic, but soon lose that fire and revert to a mediocre life. This sermon gives the reasons (and an antidote) for that phenomenon.

Heaven

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:46:58 -0800

February 5, 2006

Ever wondered what Heaven will be like? Do you have a sneaking suspicion that you might not like it? Do you have visions of being stuck in a boring church service or strumming a harp while floating on a cloud for the rest of eternity? This sermon is for you.

Jesus and Winston Churchill

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:46:11 -0800

January 27, 2006

What does Winston Churchill have in common with Jesus? Find out in this sermon.

God's Reason For Everything

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:45:19 -0800

January 22, 2006

Why did God create the universe? Why did He send Jesus to redeem a fallen planet? Majority opinion would suggest that it was motivated by His love for humans, but, as Don explains, there is more to the story than that.

Life, Right In Front Of Your Face

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:44:06 -0800

January 15, 2006

Even in an age of unparalleled affluence, people are not content. They are living empty and meaningless, always on the hunt for something more. All the while, as Don explains, the answer to their quest is right in front of their face.

The Return Of The King

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:43:22 -0800

January 8, 2006

Many movie reviewers have taken issue with the theology of The Chronicles of Narnia. Don discusses whether or not Aslan can properly be understood as a picture of Jesus.

True Love

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:40:15 -0800

January 1, 2006

Looking for a New Year's resolution? Don suggests that we learn what the Bible really means when it talks about love. (Here is a hint: It has almost nothing to do with emotion.)

When Jesus Was Actually Born (And What It Means)

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:39:30 -0800

December 25, 2005

Don argues that Jesus was probably born in the fall, during the Jewish Festival of Tabernacles, and explains why this is so significant to us today.

Jesus and Johnny Cash

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:38:50 -0800

December 18, 2005

Johnny Cash: sinner, saint or both? Don talks about what we can learn from the great singer's life.

(This program was not broadcast in the Los Angeles market. The Christmas show that aired on KKLA will be posted on this site next week as it airs next Sunday in the rest of the country.)

Does What You Believe Matter?

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:37:25 -0800

December 11, 2005

Don discusses the notion that beliefs and doctrine are irrelevant and unnecessary in religion.

What Satan Doesn't Want You To Know About Yourself

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:36:55 -0800

December 4, 2005

Is mankind's problem really low self-esteem? Are we basically good? Satan would like you to think so, but as Don explains,that is not the biblical position.

Is God Actually Good?

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:35:32 -0800

November 20, 2005

We may not often talk about it using these words, but, as Don explains, the major reason people don't develop the radical faith fund in the Bible is that they don't believe God is actually good. This message is also called "How to Develop Radical Faith."

Faith Works

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:34:25 -0800

November 13, 2005

Don taught last week that "good works" won't get you into Heaven, but does being "saved by grace" mean that you can just ride your easy chair through life, not doing anything? Nope.

The Wrong Way to Plan for Life After Death

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:33:47 -0800

November 6, 2005

Many people approach life as if they are going to show up at the pearly gates, hand God a list of good deeds they have done and be welcomed into Heaven. Don shows from scripture what a mistaken notion this is.

Sin is No Big Deal, Right?

Don Johnson — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:33:12 -0800

October 30, 2005

Ever wondered whatever happened to sin? It's not talked about much anymore, mostly because nobody thinks it is of any consequence. Don disagrees.