The Gospel on the Radio Talk Show with Pastor Jack King of Tallahassee, Florida

"We just put it all on the preacher and his wife. There is a limit to that, and then you burn your pastor out." --Pastor Jack King The pews are graying, the doors of Bible colleges are closing, and the "digital scroll" has replaced the spiritual soul. Pastor Jack King delivers a candid "State of the Kingdom" report, moving past the politics of the day to address the crisis facing the modern church. If the gates of hell won't prevail, why is the church in North America in a freefall? Listen in for a raw, honest look at why we must stop "transferring" Christians and start doing the hard work of reaching the lost. This is episode 1265. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"You don’t have to lie. There was no need for you to lie other than your own pride and your own arrogance." — Pastor Jack King We often talk about what God loves, but have you ever stopped to consider what He actually detests? In this eye-opening episode, Pastor Jack King dives into a specific list from the Book of Proverbs that reveals the "seven things" God hates. From the subtle trap of a "proud look" to the one specific sin that tops the list as the most destructive, this teaching will challenge you to look past your outward actions and examine the true condition of your heart. This is episode 1264. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"I didn’t feel led to be a calling to the ministry in terms of being a pastor or evangelist... but I felt my calling was coaching." — Stan Jones What happens when a small-town high school coach from Mississippi gets a "divine" phone call that leads to a 30-year legacy in the ACC and the NBA? Former FSU Associate Head Coach Stan Jones joins Pastor Jack King to discuss the "miracle" timing of his career jumps, the secret to his lifelong partnership with Leonard Hamilton, and why true leadership often means letting someone else take the credit. This is episode 1263. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"What fuels the darkness is the love of money. It is an astounding statement when you begin to decipher it." --Pastor Jack King What truly drives the crime, the scandals, and the political maneuvers we see in the headlines every day? Pastor Jack King digs into the "brass tacks" of 1 Timothy 6:10 to reveal how the hunger for prestige and power is fueling a culture of darkness. From the addiction of the casino floor to the integrity of the voting booth, this message is a sobering wake-up call to return to the heart of a servant. This is episode 1262. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"I was immersed in water... I also became president of the youth group. But through all of that, I never had a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. I'd never confessed my sins. I'd never repented." — Jeff Farmer What happens when God calls you to ministry, but then "benches" you in the corporate world for nearly two decades? In this gripping interview, Reverend Jeff Farmer shares his journey from being a "churched" Eagle Scout without a savior to becoming a high-level executive at Sherwin-Williams and a major nonprofit. Discover why your current "desert" season might actually be the most important training ground of your life. This is episode 1261. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

When the System Fails but God Shows Up "If Lynette can go to prison, none of us are safe." — Lynette’s Pastor What happens when a life dedicated to ministry and helping families achieve the American dream is suddenly interrupted by a federal indictment? Lynette Escobar was a vice president and a seminary student when she was caught in a "conspiracy" for a crime she didn’t commit. In this episode, Lynette shares the harrowing details of her trial—where even the court reporter was in tears—and reveals why she eventually stopped fighting the system and started trusting the Savior who sent her on a three-and-a-half-year mission behind prison walls. This is episode 1260. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"Here's the tumor, you can see it on the back of your brain is about the size of a lemon, and now it's gone and we don't understand it." — Pastor Donnie Thomas (quoting his doctor) From preaching to a congregation of cows in a pasture to witnessing the miraculous healing of a brain tumor, Evangelist Donnie Thomas has a story you have to hear to believe. Join Host Jack King as they discuss the humor of interim pastoring, the declining number of young ministers, and the incredible "engineered" meeting at a gospel sing that led to a lifetime of love. This is episode 1259. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"The Lord told me very clearly: 'I’ve given you a key to unlock the door of understanding.'" — Paul Bass What happens when a lifelong believer and a radio pastor realize they’ve been "beating their heads against the rock" instead of talking to it? Join Pastor Jack King and guest Paul Bass as they explore the power of Messianic fellowship, the deep roots of the faith, and a radical mid-life encounter with the Holy Spirit that changed everything. This conversation is the key you’ve been looking for to unlock a deeper understanding of the Word. This is episode 1258. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"I already knew on the day that I was arrested that things were changing and that I was going to be led by the Spirit of God to minister—even if I spent the rest of my life in prison." — Rob Hawkins Rob Hawkins spent 26 years in prison, but his story didn't start with a crime—it started with a run. In this gripping interview, Rob shares his journey from a rebellious teenager hitchhiking across America to a man finding the miraculous protection of God in the middle of a sub-zero Montana pass. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve wandered too far for God to find you, this story of the "Outlaw" turned minister will prove that the Holy Spirit never loses your trail. This is episode 1257. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

When you give the devil an inch, he becomes ruler in your life." — Elizabeth Davenport In this heart-stirring interview, Pastor Jack King sits down with Randy and Elizabeth Davenport of Red Life Ministries. The couple shares their incredible journey from a life of backsliding and addiction to finding a unique calling within the "Inside Church." Through personal testimonies of "lightning bolt" encounters with God and the power of original gospel music, the Davenports illustrate how no one is ever too far gone for God’s grace. This episode explores the transition from being laypeople in the pews to becoming powerful ministers in the jail system, offering a message of hope that transcends prison bars. Find more information about Red Life Ministries with Randy and Elizabeth Davenport here: http://www.redlifeministries.org/ This is episode 1255. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"I went off track probably about 11, 12 years old... By the time I was 12, I'd been arrested twice." – Scott Heburn From Street Terror to Prison Minister This week, Pastor Jack King interviews Scott Heburn, a man who went from being an out-of-control, drug-using juvenile delinquent to an impactful prison minister. Scott recounts his wild youth, which included multiple arrests by age 12, a near-fatal motorcycle wreck, and serving two prison sentences. Hear the incredible turning point that happened in a prison chapel after reading a simple tract that pointed him to Jesus, leading to a miraculous transformation that has kept him free for 30 years and now sends him back to the very places he once served time to share the love of Jesus. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"If you keep doing what you're doing, you're going to get what you got." - Pastor Jack King When Society is Broken, The Church Prays Pastor Jack King tackles the complex and heartbreaking issue of the nation's drug epidemic, the surge in crime, and political unrest, drawing a direct line to how these issues profoundly affect church families. He contrasts conventional (and failing) solutions with a seemingly radical new approach to the drug trade. Ultimately, he calls the church to its primary, non-negotiable response: earnest, persistent prayer for those in government and for the broken-hearted parents in the congregation. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

In this episode, Pastor Jack King interviews R.D. Fierro, a self-described "Army brat" who transitioned from a military career, including West Point and service in Korea, to a distinguished career in state government, eventually founding Crystal Sea Books, an independent Christian publishing house. Fierro shares how seemingly disparate events, from the Cuban Missile Crisis to political campaigns, were all part of God's overarching plan, profoundly shaping his faith and leading him to become an author of Christian allegory alongside his wife. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

Chaplain Kelly Burke on Ministry, Safety, and the FSU Shooting Pastor Jack King interviews Captain Kelly Burke (Ret.), a veteran law enforcement officer, associate pastor, and Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Chaplain. Burke recounts his experience serving at Will Graham’s Tallahassee crusade and provides a gripping, firsthand account of the immediate chaos and professional response to the tragic Florida State University shooting. He offers an inspiring look into the specialized training that allows officers to "push the threat" and the crucial, dual-role ministry of chaplains in both natural and man-made disasters. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

This episode features Pastor Jack King and his guest, Pastor Henry Miller, a singer and missionary who has been pastoring Victory Through Truth in Woodville for 43 years. They discuss Brother Henry's extensive mission work, including eight trips this year to the Appalachian Mountains in Kentucky, and his local mission endeavors in Panacea, Hossford, and Blountstown. Pastor Miller shares an incredible testimony of how the Panacea mission church began with a building offered for free and a powerful divine warning: “You missed me one time. Don’t miss me again.” They also talk about their shared love for gospel music, the collaborative spirit in the Christian music world, and Henry Miller's new CD, The Old Rugged Cross. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"The point is, is that God has a plan." – Pastor Jack King Pastor Jack King shares vital life lessons on navigating personal and financial struggles, drawing on his own experience battling debt during tough economic times. Moving beyond political concerns, he stresses the timeless formula for security: eliminating debt, meticulous money management, and learning to trust in God's provision. This message offers a practical and spiritual plan for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their current financial situation. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

A Time and a Season for Everything In this thought-provoking message, Pastor Jack King explores the biblical truth that everything operates within God's appointed times and seasons, drawing heavily from Ecclesiastes 3. He contrasts the changing fads and political climates of his life—from the 60s to the Cold War and modern political appeals—with the unchanging doctrine of Christ's return. Pastor King challenges listeners to discern the current season, stay focused on eternal truths, and be prepared for the end of the "church age," which he sees accelerating with technological and economic shifts. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

In this episode, Pastor Jack King interviews Steve Rhodes of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association about the upcoming "Sunshine State Good News Tour." They discuss the tour's purpose, which is to share the timeless message of salvation and hope in Christ, and highlight how the legacy of Billy Graham continues through his son, Franklin, and now his grandson, Will Graham. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

“We are mighty, Scripture says, through pulling down of strongholds. And we have a powerful, powerful tool. It's called prayer.” (Pastor Jack King) Pastor Jack King returns for a solo show to share his heart on recent national events. He reflects on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and the powerful, Christ-like example of forgiveness shown by Kirk’s widow, Erica. King encourages prayer for her as she carries on the ministry. He then shifts to the current fight against crime, explaining that just like finding the nesting place to get rid of roaches, authorities must root out the ringleaders to truly solve the problem. Finally, he touches on the government shutdown and the root cause of the border crisis, emphasizing that the Church's greatest tool is prevailing prayer to pull down strongholds. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

"My students inspire me... they're hungry for God, and they're passionate for the Lord." - McLean Hawthorne Join host Pastor Jack King and his long-time friend, missionary McLean Hawthorne, as they share an incredible story of God's calling and faithfulness. From a spontaneous decision to read the Gospel of John to decades of ministry in South Asia, McLean shares how God used unexpected encounters and a simple, direct command to shape his life. This episode is a powerful testament to the transformative power of God’s Word and the importance of saying "yes" to His call. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X