Revival Radio with John Miller

People have a lot of ideas about what it means to be a friend. Some think it’s more like a “fan” – someone who’ll always tell you how great you are. Others think of friends in terms of how many “followers” they have on social media. But today, Pastor John illustrates from the lives of David and Jonathan what true, biblical friendship is. Their friendship provided strength and encouragement. And it led both of them to a greater loyalty to God. You can have – and you can be – a true friend like that. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 19 as he begins his message, True Friendship.

It’s isn’t easy to get everything to work out exactly the way you’d like it to go. It’s hard to get everybody to do what you want them to do. It’s even harder to convince God to go along with your plans. So, try what Pastor John recommends today: trust God. When King Saul started scheming against David, David didn’t reciprocate. Instead, he just kept on doing the right thing. And, over time, God brought him into His rightful calling. God will do the same for you as you put your trust in Him. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 18 as he continues his message, After the Victory.

When people compete, they want to win. No team wants to come in second place. No one wants to be the first runner-up. But today, Pastor John tells us about a remarkable character in the Old Testament, a man named Jonathan. Even though he was the son of King Saul, he recognized that God had anointed David, not himself, to be the next king of Israel. And he accepted that with grace and humility. You’ll find your true place with God when you’re looking for God’s calling, not your own ambition. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 18 as he begins his message, After the Victory.

When you’ve gone into a really tough situation, how have you approached it? Well, certainly, you’ve done your homework and preparation. Probably, you’ve devised a plan of attack, and you have your offense ready. But as Pastor John explains today, all the physical preparation you could possibly make – without reliance on God – will miss the point. When David defeated Goliath, it wasn’t his great skill that won; it was his great faith. And you can win your battles, too, with that same kind of faith. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 17 as he continues his message, Victory Over The Giant.

When you get into a difficult or dangerous situation, where’s your focus? It’s easy to see and think about your obstacles or your opponents. But what about your faith? Today, Pastor John explores the compelling story of David – the shepherd boy, and Goliath – the mighty warrior. And it’s not just a story about an underdog. It’s a story about a young man of faith. David’s concern was for the Name of God and the glory of God. And when you focus on God, the giants in your life will diminish in size. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 17 as he begins his message, Victory Over The Giant.

Usually, when we think of people who are used mightily by God, we think of “famous” people. Maybe it’s someone in the Bible, like Moses or the apostle Paul. Or perhaps it’s an author or an evangelist of modern times. But today, Pastor John points out that God wants to use everyone. You may not write a book or speak before thousands, but if your heart is seeking after God’s heart, He WILL have a purpose for you. And that’ll happen when you have a servant’s heart, a seeking heart, and a shepherd’s heart. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 16 as he continues his message A Man After God's Own Heart.

A lot of people have heard of a person named David in the Bible. Some may know that he was the guy who killed a giant named Goliath. Others may know that he committed adultery with a woman named Bathsheba. But today, Pastor John shares that there’s a whole lot more about David than just those two things. And greatest of all is that he was “a man after God’s own heart.” You, too, can be a man or woman after God’s own heart. It’s what God’s looking for in you. And it can be your desire as well. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Samuel chapter 16 as he begins his message A Man After God's Own Heart.

If you’re a Christian, that’s evidence that somebody evangelized you. It may have been your parents. Maybe it was a friend, or a neighbor, or a co-worker. Or perhaps it was a book you read. Even if you picked up a Bible on your own, you were evangelized by the words of Jesus and His apostles that are recorded there. Today, Pastor John explains how you can pass that on to others. It’s not difficult. You don’t have to be an evangelist, or a theologian, or an apologist. You just have to be saved. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he continues his message An Evangelizing Church.

When you think of a spirit-filled church, what comes to mind? Certainly, it would be founded on the Word of God. It would also be a loving and caring fellowship. And it would worship God in spirit and in truth. But today, Pastor John reminds us that there is a fourth mark of a genuine, living church: its mission. And just as the newborn church in the book of Acts lived “on mission,” so can you. God wants to give you the same heart for the world that He Himself has. And He’ll send you on His mission. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he begins his message An Evangelizing Church.

What is worship? Is it something we do? Is the person who’s playing the organ or the electric guitar “doing” worship? Are the people singing quietly or at the tops of their lungs “performing” worship? Today, Pastor John, without discounting our “acts” of worship, reveals that true worship is something deeper and more fundamental. It’s the response of our hearts and our imaginations to the amazingness of God. Whether in Creation or in Christ, you can be awed by God. Then you will be worshiping. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he continues his message, A Worshiping Church.

Signs, signs, everywhere signs. It’s easy to look at current events – in the world, or our nation, or even in the weather, and speculate about when the Rapture of the Church may occur. But, as Pastor John shares today, there’s a risk in doing that. It could make us complacent, thinking we have plenty of time to get ready because there’s “stuff” that hasn’t happened yet. So, Jesus CAN’T come – right now. But the apostle Paul expected His return at any time. And you can expect Him at any time, too. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Corinthians chapter 15 as he begins his message, Our Resurrection Victory.

As Christians, we know that after our earthly life ends, we’ll receive a resurrection body. But what’ll it be like? Unfortunately, a lot of people today are not very excited about heaven because they have an inadequate understanding of our new heavenly bodies. Today, Pastor John shares several key facts that should change that poor image forever. Your new body will be vastly different than your earthly body, yet it will be a continuation of it. And best of all, your new body will be given to you by God as He pleases. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Corinthians chapter 15 as he begins his message, Our Resurrection Bodies.

As a Christian, is it important that you believe in the resurrection of the dead? If you didn’t think there was life after death, would it make any actual difference in the way you think and act? According to Pastor John in his message today: Yes, it makes ALL the difference. There were some in the Corinthian church who didn’t believe in the resurrection. And it wasn’t just a theological error. It resulted in all kinds of practical errors. So, to keep your Christian life focused, keep your future resurrection in focus. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Corinthians chapter 15 as he begins his message, Resurrection's Motivating Power.

There are a lot of ideas about what happens to a person’s soul or spirit after physical death. Atheists believe in “termination” – that there is nothing remaining. Some believe in “reincarnation” – that you’ll come back in another earthly life. Others believe in “absorption” – that you’ll become “one with the universe.” But today, Pastor John shows that the Bible clearly states: you will be raised eternally – in your body. God provided proof to you of that promise by raising Jesus from the dead – in His body. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Corinthians chapter 15 as he begins his message, Resurrection Logic.

Most people in the Western world have heard of Jesus. But who was He? Many will say He was a great moral teacher. Others suppose that He came to live a good life and teach us to be kind. And there are people who don’t like Him – He taught moral rules that we don’t want to follow anymore. But today, Pastor John clearly explains exactly who Jesus is: before, during, and after His human life on earth. Who will you trust for your life? And for your death? Human speculation, or the only One who defeated death? Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 1 Corinthians chapter 15 as he begins his message, Jesus Our Living Hope.

Of all the discussions that typically take place within a church, many of them have to do with “style.” And of all the “style” questions, one of the most common is musical style. So today, Pastor John asks us to think about: what is the “correct” musical style? And his answer is: “not necessarily what I like.” In fact, the best way to honor God is to recognize and appreciate someone else’s preferences. The only important question is: Who are you worshiping, and are you doing so in Spirit and in Truth. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he begins his message, A Worshiping Church.

What are the best positions in the church? Would it be a pastor, a teacher, or a worship leader? And that’s just in the local church. How about being a Christian musician on the radio? Or a famous speaker or author? Today, Pastor John explains that those are needed positions in the church. But those aren’t the most important ones. It’s more important for you to practice the “one anothers.” Love, pray, forgive, and build up one another. And encompassing them all, humble yourself one to another. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he continues his message, A Caring Church.

If you’re a member of a church, and you’re invited to a “fellowship,” what does that usually mean? Would it be coffee and donuts? Or a potluck, or a full banquet? And would there be entertainment? Today, Pastor John explains that fellowship is not an “event” but a “position”. It’s not something you “do,” but something you “have.” All who share in the common experience of the grace of Christ have been brought into fellowship with one another. Now, it’s just a matter of living your calling. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he begins his message, A Caring Church.

What are the characteristics of a thriving church? Would you look at their facilities or budget? How about their programming, both on-site and in the virtual world? Today, Pastor John explains the first of four vital characteristics of a “living” church: the teaching of the Bible. Even before the New Testament was written, the apostles were teaching from the Old Testament and the words of Jesus. Today, you have the entire Bible, completely finished and able to equip you for everything you need. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he continues his message, A Learning Church.

If you were to ask people to name the important organizations in the world today, what would you hear? Certainly, the government is important, and so is the education system. And there are many other public and private organizations that perform community services. But today, Pastor John shows that the ONE organization through which God is DIRECTLY working in the world today is His Church. When you’re using your gifts to build up and advance God’s Church, you’re a co-worker with God. Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Acts chapter 2 as he begins his message, A Learning Church.