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Heed The WordThe Light in Darkness: Understanding Christ's Eternal ExistenceThe prophecies about Jesus Christ's birth stand as one of history's most remarkable examples of divine precision. Long before Bethlehem's manger scene, God's messengers foretold specifics about the Messiah's arrival—His lineage from Abraham through David, His birthplace in tiny Bethlehem, and His miraculous virgin birth. As Pastor Ken Davis brilliantly explains, these weren't vague predictions but detailed declarations that materialized with perfect accuracy when "the Word became flesh."What many miss about Christmas is that while it marks when Jesus entered our physical world, it wasn't the beginning of His existence. The Gospel of John reveals th...2025-05-0426 minHeed The WordWhen God Remembers His Promise: The Story of Zacharias and ElizabethThe silence had lasted 400 years. From Malachi to this moment, heaven had been quiet. No prophet had spoken God's words to Israel. Then suddenly, in the temple, as smoke from burning incense wafted upward, an angel appeared to an aging priest named Zacharias with news that would shatter not only the divine silence but also the reproach of childlessness that had marked his marriage to Elizabeth."Fear not," were heaven's first words after centuries of silence. These words—spoken to a trembling priest—resonate powerfully in our fear-filled world today. What fears paralyze you? What uncertainties keep you...2025-04-1625 minHeed The WordNavigating Authority: A Christian's Guide to GovernmentPastor Ken Davis examines the biblical teaching on Christian submission to governing authorities, exploring why believers should respect and obey human government as a divinely established institution. He challenges us to rethink our relationship to authority while maintaining our primary allegiance to God.• Genesis 1:27 establishes that humans are made in God's image, forming the foundation for human dignity and governance• Daniel 4 demonstrates that God is sovereign over human rulers, as seen in Nebuchadnezzar's humbling• Romans 13 teaches that all authority comes from God, even under corrupt leadership like Emperor Nero• Three God-established institutions: family (Genesis 2), church...2025-04-1326 minHeed The WordThe Christian's Responsibility to Government: Balancing Faith and Civic DutyPastor Ken Davis unpacks the biblical foundation for Christian civic responsibility, revealing four motivations for obeying governing authorities while maintaining ultimate allegiance to God.• Christians should submit to governing authorities as they have been established by God• Four motivations for obeying laws: fear of punishment, conscience sake, love for others, and honoring the Savior• Love fulfills both God's law and civil law by preventing harm to our neighbors• When government commands contradict God's clear instructions, Christians must prioritize obedience to God• Jesus teaches us to "render unto Caesar what is Caesar's, and unto God what i...2025-04-0925 minHeed The WordThe Whole Pizza: Surrendering Every Slice of Life to GodPastor Ken Davis examines what it means to love without hypocrisy, challenging believers to move beyond words to sincere actions that demonstrate genuine Christian love. He shows how love is not primarily a feeling but a choice and action that reflects God's agape love flowing through us to others.• Love without hypocrisy means being genuine rather than merely pretending to care about others• Various Bible translations help clarify that love must be unfeigned, genuine, sincere, and real• Love is not just a feeling but primarily an action and decision we make• 1 Corinthians 13 provides the definiti...2025-04-0626 minHeed The WordHeavenly Perspective: Trading Selfishness for ServicePastor Ken Davis explores the significance of humility and heavenly perspective in the Christian life, contrasting those who treasure God's Word in persecuted nations with our tendency toward complacency and complaint in affluent societies.• Setting our minds on heavenly things rather than earthly possessions• Viewing all resources as belonging to God and seeking His direction for their use• Making everyday activities acts of worship by doing them "heartily as unto the Lord"• Understanding that all abilities and gifts come from God, leaving no room for boasting• Following Christ's example of humility by considering others bet...2025-03-3025 minHeed The WordJesus Died For You—Now How Will You Live For Him?Pastor Ken Davis explores the transformative power of Romans 12, showing how presenting ourselves as living sacrifices makes every aspect of life an act of worship to God.• God demonstrated His love by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners• Receiving what we don't deserve is the definition of grace• As Christians, our priorities should be heavenly rather than earthly• Setting our minds on things above transforms how we handle resources and blessings• Forgiveness isn't optional for believers—it's a requirement that God enables us to fulfill• Whatever we do—from househ...2025-03-2626 minHeed The WordYour Life as Worship: How Everything We Do Glorifies GodPastor Ken Davis unpacks the fundamental lessons of Christian living, revealing how God's love is demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice while we were still sinners, and explaining how this grace transforms every aspect of our daily existence.• Breaking the misconception that we need to "fix ourselves" before coming to Jesus• Understanding grace as receiving what we don't deserve through Christ• Presenting our bodies as "living sacrifices" which is our reasonable service• Setting our minds on heavenly priorities rather than earthly desires• Letting every action become an act of worship when done for God's glory• Forg...2025-03-2326 minHeed The WordSet Your Mind on Things AbovePastor Ken Davis examines the crucial biblical principles that should guide Christians in daily living, highlighting the fundamental importance of humility and God-centered focus in every area of life.• Our true calling as Christians is to "set our minds on things above, not on things on the earth"• All abilities, possessions, and opportunities we receive are gifts from God, not our own achievements• Whatever we do—whether working, serving, or engaging in ordinary tasks—should be done "heartily as unto the Lord"• Every aspect of life becomes worship when we recognize our role as living sacri...2025-03-1925 minHeed The WordGiving to Grow: The Spiritual Impact of GenerosityPastor Ken Davis explores how giving to the work of God is an essential part of a healthy believer's life, serving as both a barometer of spiritual health and a catalyst for growth in Christ.• God's Word should be our delight, not merely an obligation or duty• The healthy Christian life isn't about "if" but "when" regarding spiritual disciplines• Jesus teaches charitable giving should be done in secret, without seeking recognition• Giving to the church supports both operations and meeting needs of those struggling• Prayer should be approached as speaking to a perfect Father who...2025-03-1626 min
Deans Counsel58: Transitions Roundtable - Ken Kring hosts a Panel discussion with Dave Ikenberry, Jim Ellis and special guest Allison Davis-BlakeOn this special episode of Deans Counsel, we flip the script a bit by putting two of our hosts -- former business school deans Jim Ellis (USC) and Dave Ikenberry (Colorado), along with returning guest Allison Davis-Blake (Minnesota) -- in the guest chair to speak specifically to an important area of deanship: transitions.In this detailed and wide-ranging discussion, these three Deans Emeriti speak with Deans Counsel host Ken Kring -- Co-Managing Director of Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn/Ferry International -- about lessons learned and shared from their own e...2025-02-2853 minHeed The WordBuilding a Firm Foundation: Embracing Faith and Salvation in ChristThis episode explores the foundational elements of faith, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging sin and experiencing God’s grace. Pastor Ken Davis encourages listeners to reflect on who Jesus is in their lives while highlighting the necessity of community and humility in spiritual growth. • The foundation of faith begins with repentance and acknowledgment of sin • Peter’s confession reveals the significance of recognizing Jesus as the Son of God • Isaiah's encounter emphasizes our need for humility before a holy God • True faith must be rooted in God's grace, not just religious practices • Christian life flourishes in commu...2025-01-2325 minHeed The WordEmbracing Humility and God's Wisdom for a Fulfilling Christian LifeUnlock the keys to living a fulfilling Christian life as Pastor Ken Davis of Calvary Chapel, Southwest Metro, joins us for an insightful exploration of essential virtues. What if the true path to wisdom and joy is through humility and a steadfast reliance on God, rather than worldly wisdom that often misguides us? Pastor Ken enlightens us with compelling stories of believers who cherish the Bible even when it's scarce, encouraging us to embrace gratitude rather than complaints and to align our resources with God's will. Highlighting causes like Wycliffe Bible Translators, he underscores the significance of spreading the...2025-01-1325 minHeed The WordEmbrace Your New Identity in God's KingdomThis episode of Heed the Word emphasizes the transformative journey of faith where believers step into their identities as children of God with a new name and nature. Pastor Ken Davis discusses the ongoing work of God in shaping Christians to reflect Christ's likeness and the importance of practicing righteousness in everyday life. • Discussion on the promise of transformation through faith • Importance of establishing a firm foundation in God’s word • Assurance of being heirs of God and recipients of eternal life • Significance of adopting a new identity in Christ • Emphasis on the presence of the H...2025-01-1225 minHeed The WordTransform Your Daily Life into WorshipLiving a life of gratitude and worship doesn't just happen on Sundays. Explore how to make every action, whether mundane or significant, an act of worship to God. We discuss the tendency to complain about material possessions and the importance of seeking divine guidance in financial decisions. By embracing virtues like kindness, forgiveness, and love, we remind ourselves of our spiritual calling. As we conclude, we encourage you to actively apply these teachings daily, and invite you to join us next time with Pastor Ken Davis as we continue our series, "Lessons for Christian Living." 2025-01-0626 minHeed The WordEmbracing Christ's Love: Aligning Your Life with Divine PurposeDiscover the transformative power of God's love with "Heed the Word." Join Pastor Ken Davis as we unravel the profound insights from Romans chapters 12 and 13, highlighting the all-encompassing love of Jesus Christ, who accepts us just as we are. We challenge the misconception that self-improvement is a prerequisite for approaching God and invite you to embrace a faith that brings true fulfillment. Our personal stories of skepticism turned to faith reveal the emptiness without Christ and the joy found in His embrace.2025-01-0426 min