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Listen "God My Rock by Pastor Jack King on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025"
Episode Synopsis
Returning to the Rock: A Study on Spiritual Restoration
Have you ever felt like your relationship with God has become strained or non-existent? In this teaching, Pastor King dives into the "quest" for a restored relationship with the Creator. Drawing from the Psalms and the teachings of Jesus, we look at how the busyness of life, the pursuit of riches, and the neglect of spiritual disciplines can leave us feeling vulnerable to the enemy.
However, the message doesn't end in the "miry clay." Pastor King reminds us that Christ is the Rock who was smitten once for all, and today, restoration is as simple as speaking to that Rock. Whether you are currently "drifting" or feel completely lost, this message is a powerful reminder that nothing can separate you from the love of God.
-- Your spiritual relationship requires intentionality; when we stop praying, reading the Word, and attending the house of God, we leave ourselves vulnerable to the "wiles of the devil."
-- The "cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches" act as weeds that choke out the spiritual seed in our hearts, costing us our internal peace.
-- God is the "Great I AM," which means He is exactly what you need Him to be at the moment you need Him most.
-- Prioritizing the "big rocks" first—such as gathering with other believers and worship—ensures that the distractions of life don't crowd out what is most essential.
-- Restoration is always possible because God is in the business of seeking those who have lost their way; His love is a bridge that spans any chasm.
Scriptures for Further Study
-- Psalm 42:1-11
-- James 4:7-8
-- Matthew 13:1-23 (The Parable of the Sower)
-- Psalm 40:2
-- 1 Corinthians 10:4
-- Exodus 3:14
-- Hebrews 10:25
-- Romans 8:38-39
This is episode 111.
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By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X
Have you ever felt like your relationship with God has become strained or non-existent? In this teaching, Pastor King dives into the "quest" for a restored relationship with the Creator. Drawing from the Psalms and the teachings of Jesus, we look at how the busyness of life, the pursuit of riches, and the neglect of spiritual disciplines can leave us feeling vulnerable to the enemy.
However, the message doesn't end in the "miry clay." Pastor King reminds us that Christ is the Rock who was smitten once for all, and today, restoration is as simple as speaking to that Rock. Whether you are currently "drifting" or feel completely lost, this message is a powerful reminder that nothing can separate you from the love of God.
-- Your spiritual relationship requires intentionality; when we stop praying, reading the Word, and attending the house of God, we leave ourselves vulnerable to the "wiles of the devil."
-- The "cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches" act as weeds that choke out the spiritual seed in our hearts, costing us our internal peace.
-- God is the "Great I AM," which means He is exactly what you need Him to be at the moment you need Him most.
-- Prioritizing the "big rocks" first—such as gathering with other believers and worship—ensures that the distractions of life don't crowd out what is most essential.
-- Restoration is always possible because God is in the business of seeking those who have lost their way; His love is a bridge that spans any chasm.
Scriptures for Further Study
-- Psalm 42:1-11
-- James 4:7-8
-- Matthew 13:1-23 (The Parable of the Sower)
-- Psalm 40:2
-- 1 Corinthians 10:4
-- Exodus 3:14
-- Hebrews 10:25
-- Romans 8:38-39
This is episode 111.
*******
By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X
In God we trust