Johnson Ferry Sermons

The Story of… John the Baptist

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we continue our The Story Of... series as we look at the life of John the Baptist. In Matthew 3, we see John's commitment to living by the truth, no matter how difficult the message. Like John, we are called to prepare the way, point others to Jesus, and live with the hope that He is coming again.

The Story Of... Jonah

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we continue our The Story Of... series with Jonah. It's easy to focus on the great fish, but the real story is about God's relentless pursuit of people. Through Jonah's life, we'll discover practical lessons on making disciples, responding to God's call, and trusting His providence every step of the way.

The Story of… Daniel & the Lion’s Den

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we enter the story of an older Daniel as he faces the lions' den. We are reminded that faithfulness is not only about how we start, but how we finish. Daniel holds fast to his convictions and trusts God even when he does not understand the plan, pointing us to the truth of the gospel.

The Story of… David and Goliath

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we enter the story of David, the future king of Israel, as he faces Goliath, the giant warrior of the Philistines. Through thisnstory, we are reminded that the spiritual life is often a battlefield. Victory is not determined by our strength, size, or abilities, but by the greatness of the God who fights for us.

The Story of… Moses & The Red Sea

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

As we continue our series, The Story Of…, we'll follow the Israelites as they leave Egypt and discover what their journey reveals about God's character. Through their story, we're reminded that God never abandons His people, works for their good, and faithfully pursues them with a plan to bring them back to Himself.

The Story of… The Girl No One Wanted

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we take a deeper look at the story of Jacob, Rachel, and Leah, focusing on Leah and her response to the pain of being unwanted and overlooked. Leah's story reminds us that God sees us in our pain and accomplishes His purposes even in the most difficult seasons. As we walk through her story, we'll discover how God uses pain and suffering to fulfill His promises and carry out His will.

The Story of… God’s Great Test

Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we enter a story that foreshadows God's faithfulness to His covenant and ultimately points us to Christ. We see Abraham's remarkable trust in God, even when he couldn't understand what God was doing or why He was asking it of him. Through this story, we're reminded that God is always faithful to His promises and that He is working all things together for the good of those who love Him, even when we cannot yet see His plan.

A Monumental Mistake

Sun, 24 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This week we kick off our brand new sermon series, The Story of..., where we’ll take a closer look at some of the Bible stories many of us grew up hearing. This Sunday, Executive Pastor of Disciple-Making and Programs, Adrian Coetzer, takes us to Genesis 11 to explore the Tower of Babel and what happens when people seek to build a name for themselves instead of glorifying God.

The Whole Duty of Man

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

We serve a God who is all-powerful and eternal, holding the whole world in His hands. This week, Pastor Clay wraps up our sermon series through Ecclesiastes by taking us through chapter 12 and reminding us of the duty of man and the sovereignty of God. As we fear God, obey His commands, and trust Him with our lives, we become more like Him.

Take Some Risks

Sun, 10 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Where there is risk, there is reward. Part of living in a fallen world is that we must take risks, and sometimes we will get burned by them. This Sunday, Pastor Clay takes us to Ecclesiastes 11, where we’ll see how we can faithfully approach risk, uncertainty, and the places where we don’t have control as we follow God.

Watch Your Mouth

Sun, 03 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

What if the smallest thing you carry has the greatest power to shape your life? In this message from Ecclesiastes 10:12–15, Pastor Clay explores the weight and impact of our words. Just like dynamite—small, but capable of building or destroying—our words have the power to give life or cause damage. And according to Jesus, they reveal something even deeper: our hearts.

When Life Doesn’t Make Sense

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Pain is an inevitable part of the human experience. We will feel pain, be affected by pain, and be changed by pain. In this episode, Pastor Clay takes us through Ecclesiastes 7 and reminds us of the faithfulness of the God we serve. Even in the midst of suffering, God is greater than our pain, greater than our circumstances, and always good.

Truth About Death

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Death is an inevitable reality of the human existence, but we do not need to be afraid of death! This week, our Pastor of Worship & Arts Bobby Smith takes us to Ecclesiastes 9 to remind us the truth abut death and exhort us to face the truth of death knowing that death is not the end of the story.

How to Actually Enjoy Your Life

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. This week, Pastor Clay walks through Ecclesiastes 5, where Solomon explores the love of money and its empty promises. We are reminded that while money will never truly satisfy, it can still be used as a tool for good.

If Easter is True…

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:30:00 GMT

On Resurrection Sunday, we celebrate that we serve a King who is living and alive. There is no more important day than this! In this message, Pastor Clay walks us through Matthew 28, showing the profound impact of the resurrection on our lives and our faith. Because Jesus rose on the third day, we have unshakable hope and the assurance that all things will be made right. He is risen indeed!

Saturday | Jesus is Buried

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, we witness the quiet weight of sorrow as Jesus’ body is carefully prepared for burial and laid in the tomb

Why Did Jesus Have to Die?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this Good Friday we remember the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross, how he mocked, beaten, and scorned, and suffered death on the cross so that we might live. What seemed like defeat became the greatest victory, as His death opened the way for us to truly live.

Good Friday | Jesus is Crucified

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

On Good Friday, we remember the darkest day in human history, when Jesus was unjustly condemned, mocked, beaten, and ultimately crucified on the cross.

Thursday | The Last Supper

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Jesus gathers with His disciples for one final Passover meal, offering bread and cup as a lasting covenant. That same night, He is betrayed, abandoned, and brought before the Sanhedrin as the path to the cross begins.

Wednesday | Jesus is Anointed

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Today, we see Jesus pause to rest and share a meaningful moment with those around Him as He is anointed, an act that quietly points ahead to what is to come.