
"Pastor Talks" with John Mark Caton
Pastor John Mark Caton delivers weekly messages in this podcast, offering spiritual guidance and biblical teachings. Each episode aims to inspire and encourage listeners in their faith journey.
Episodes
Unstoppable: A Condition to Strive For
Pastor John Mark urges the listener to adopt an "unstoppable" mindset to carry them through all areas of their life in the coming year.
Unstoppable: How to Be an Unstoppable Church
Pastor John Mark Caton focuses on the idea of the church striving to be 'unstoppable' and being a strong influence and model in its community.
Unstoppable: How to be Unstoppable Like Paul
Pastor John Mark encourages us to imitate Paul and the Thessalonian church in our Christian walk. Despite facing persecution, this church thrived by having the right motives and practices.
Unstoppable: A Condition to Strive For
Pastor John Mark urges the listener to adopt an "unstoppable" mindset to carry them through all areas of their life in the coming year.
Unstoppable: Would Paul Be Thankful for You?
Pastor John Mark explores why Paul is grateful for the Thessalonian church and discusses how these reasons are important examples to follow for believers and churches today.
Unstoppable: Encouragement - The Power to Empower
Pastor John Mark highlights the need to actively participate in a Christian support system in our faith journey. He also reminds listeners to keep a proper perspective regarding difficulties in life.
Unstoppable: How to Be an Unstoppable Church
Pastor John Mark Caton focuses on the idea of the church striving to be 'unstoppable' and being a strong influence and model in its community.
Unstoppable: How We Win the Respect of Unbelievers
Pastor John Mark Caton's message explains how believers can influence society positively and glorify God. He also encourages the listener to strive for God's approval above everything else.
Unstoppable: How Do We Stay Encouraged During Discouraging Times?
Pastor John Mark Caton guides listeners to trust in God's power and the promise of eternal life, urging them to encourage one another in faith until the return of Jesus.
Unstoppable: How to be Unstoppable Like Paul
Pastor John Mark encourages us to imitate Paul and the Thessalonian church in our Christian walk. Despite facing persecution, this church thrived by having the right motives and practices.
Unstoppable: Would Paul Be Thankful for You?
Pastor John Mark explores why Paul is grateful for the Thessalonian church and discusses how these reasons are important examples to follow for believers and churches today.
Unstoppable: How Church Leaders and Pastors Work Together to be an Unstoppable Church
Pastor John Mark Caton discusses honoring church leaders and their responsibility to care for and equip the congregation.
Unstoppable: Four Attitudes and Practices of an Unstoppable Church
Pastor John Mark digs into Paul's orders for the congregation to stay perpetually joyful, prayerful, and thankful, aspiring to individuals and the entire church community.
Unstoppable: How We Win the Respect of Unbelievers
Pastor John Mark Caton's message explains how believers can influence society positively and glorify God. He also encourages the listener to strive for God's approval above everything else.
Run: Why You Don't Want to Run from God
The talk highlights not fleeing from God's plan and the impact it can have on individuals and those around them. Forgiveness and repentance are also discussed and how to return to God's path.
Run: Why You Don't Want to Run from God
The talk highlights not fleeing from God's plan and the impact it can have on individuals and those around them. Forgiveness and repentance are also discussed and how to return to God's path.
Unstoppable: How Do We Stay Encouraged During Discouraging Times?
Pastor John Mark Caton guides listeners to trust in God's power and the promise of eternal life, urging them to encourage one another in faith until the return of Jesus.
Run: How Do We Run Back to God?
This talk on Jonah emphasizes running back to God after straying and the importance of repentance and obedience. Listeners are encouraged to embrace second chances and seek God's mercy and guidance.
Run: Run From Your Anger
This talk explores the theme of running from anger. Common reasons for anger towards God are discussed. Listeners are encouraged to embrace God's grace and love & let go of anger.
Run: Run From Your Anger
This talk explores the theme of running from anger. Common reasons for anger towards God are discussed. Listeners are encouraged to embrace God's grace and love & let go of anger.
Unstoppable: Encouragement - The Power to Empower
Pastor John Mark highlights the need to actively participate in a Christian support system in our faith journey. He also reminds listeners to keep a proper perspective regarding difficulties in life.
Run: How to Run From Bitterness
This talk focuses on Jonah's struggle with bitterness and disobedience while looking at practical steps to overcome bitterness and choosing joy instead.
Unstoppable: How Church Leaders and Pastor Work Together to be an Unstoppable Church
Pastor John Mark Caton discusses honoring church leaders and their responsibility to care for and equip the congregation.
Run: How to Run From Bitterness
This talk focuses on Jonah's struggle with bitterness and disobedience while looking at practical steps to overcome bitterness and choosing joy instead.
How Then Should We Live?
Drawing parallels between soldiers' sacrifices and Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, John Mark emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring these sacrifices.
Unstoppable: Four Attitudes and Practices of an Unstoppable Church
Pastor John Mark digs into Paul's orders for the congregation to stay perpetually joyful, prayerful, and thankful, aspiring to individuals and the entire church community.
How Then Should We Live?
Drawing parallels between soldiers' sacrifices and Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, John Mark emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring these sacrifices.
KingMaker: How to be a Positive Influence
Pastor Caton calls on the congregation to make positive decisions following King Asa's example and strive to leave a lasting impact, encouraging them to seek God and obey His commands.
KingMaker: How to be a Positive Influence
Pastor Caton calls on the congregation to make positive decisions following King Asa's example and strive to leave a lasting impact, encouraging them to seek God and obey His commands.
Run: How Are You Running?
John Mark's talk explores the Easter message of salvation through Jesus Christ. He encourages believers to run their race with Jesus, share the Gospel, and fully believe in the resurrection.
Kingmaker: How to be a Good Father
Through examples of flawed individuals finding redemption, John Mark encourages listeners to seek support in raising kids and to align their choices with God's principles for effective fatherhood.
Kingmaker: How to be a Good Father
Through examples of flawed individuals finding redemption, John Mark encourages listeners to seek support in raising kids and to align their choices with God's principles for effective fatherhood.
Run: Don't Run From Your Calling
John Mark's message focuses on fulfilling one's purpose by listening to God, using Jonah's disobedience as an example of what not to do and how to avoid repeating Jonah's mistake.
Kingmaker: Characteristics of Positive Friendships
Pastor John Mark discusses the significance of positive friendships, emphasizing the impact of choosing the right people to call your closest friends.
Kingmaker: Characteristics of Positive Friendships
Pastor John Mark discusses the significance of positive friendships, emphasizing the impact of choosing the right people to call your closest friends.
Kingmaker: How We Can Build Something for God's Glory
Pastor John Mark discusses Joash's passion for restoring the temple and how he built it for God's glory. John Mark also talks about how Cottonwood Creek Church is about doing this very same thing.
Kingmaker: How We Can Build Something for God's Glory
Pastor John Mark discusses Joash's passion for restoring the temple and how he built it for God's glory. John Mark also talks about how Cottonwood Creek Church is about doing this very same thing.
Run: How Do We Run Back to God?
This talk on Jonah emphasizes running back to God after straying and the importance of repentance and obedience. Listeners are encouraged to embrace second chances and seek God's mercy and guidance.
Kingmaker: From Promises to Problems, A Lesson in Leadership from the Life of Saul
John Mark focuses on the story of King Saul from the Old Testament, highlighting his mistakes and downfall because of leadership choices. Listeners are encouraged to avoid Saul's poor choices.
Kingmaker: From Promise to Problems, A Lesson in Leadership from the Life of Saul
John Mark focuses on the story of King Saul from the Old Testament, highlighting his mistakes and downfall because of leadership choices. Listeners are encouraged to avoid Saul's poor choices.
Kingmaker: A Bad Leader and a Good God
John Mark explores the story of King Manasseh, the worst king in Israel's history. Despite Manasseh's extreme wickedness, Pastor John Mark emphasizes God's forgiveness and mercy.
Kingmaker: A Bad Leader and a Good God
John Mark explores the story of King Manasseh, the worst king in Israel's history. Despite Manasseh's extreme wickedness, Pastor John Mark emphasizes God's forgiveness and mercy.
Gold Medal Faith: What Does Gold Medal Faith Require?
Pastor John Mark introduces the sermon series "Gold Medal Faith," drawing inspiration from the Olympics and the book of 2 Timothy. He focuses on passing the baton of faith to the next generation.
Gold Medal Faith: What Does Gold Medal Faith Require?
Pastor John Mark introduces the sermon series "Gold Medal Faith," drawing inspiration from the Olympics and the book of 2 Timothy. He focuses on passing the baton of faith to the next generation.
Gold Medal Faith: Gold Medal Faith Requires Commitment
Through analogies of the good soldier, athlete, and hardworking farmer, Pastor John Mark highlights the qualities essential for a gold medal faith: endurance, discipline, perseverance, and hard work.
Gold Medal Faith: Gold Medal Faith Requires Commitment
Through analogies of the good soldier, athlete, and hardworking farmer, Pastor John Mark highlights the qualities essential for a gold medal faith: endurance, discipline, perseverance, and hard work.
Gold Medal Faith: Gold Medal Faith Requires Knowing the Rulebook
Pastor John Mark emphasizes the importance of being faithful to God and knowing His word. He discusses the significance of knowing the rulebook and highlights the vitality of reading God's word.
Gold Medal Faith: Gold Medal Faith Requires Finishing Strong
Drawing from 2 Timothy, Pastor John Mark highlights the challenges believers may face but encourages them to preach the word, block out negativity, and stay steadfast.
Reality Check: Do I Need to Go to Church If I Am a Christian?
John Mark speaks about the importance of the church within Christian life, emphasizing that attending church isn't about being perfect but about seeking improvement and community with others.
Reality Check: Am I Saved Through Faith or Works?
John Mark highlights that salvation comes simply by believing in Jesus Christ, and while good works cannot earn salvation, they are the natural response to it,
Reality Check: Should the Church and Christians Stay Out of Politics?
Pastor John Mark urges the listener to approach voting with biblical values. He notes that voting is a right and a vital opportunity to stand for moral and biblical principles.
Reality Check: Can't I Just Follow My Heart?
Pastor John Mark discusses following your heart vs. following God’s principles and plan. He also presents ways to deal with this struggle we all face in daily life.
Reality Check: What is the Purpose of Government?
In this talk, Pastor John Mark focuses on the importance of understanding the role of government from a biblical perspective, especially during the election season.
Reality Check: Is There Absolute Truth?
Pastor John Mark delivers a powerful message about the existence of absolute truth amidst a culture increasingly rejecting it.
The Gift: The Gospel in Every Arena
John Mark emphasizes the importance of missions and gospel sharing in every aspect of life, as illustrated by Paul's experience in Athens in Acts 17.
Miracles: The Virgin Birth
John Mark emphasizes how the virgin birth was essential for Jesus to be without a sinful nature, enabling His ultimate sacrifice for humanity's salvation.
Miracles: The Little Town of Bethlehem
Pastor John Mark Caton explores the miraculous nature of fulfilled prophecy, focusing on the significance of Bethlehem as the birthplace of the Messiah.
Miracles: The Angels Appear to the Shepherds
John Mark invites listeners to follow the example of the shepherds, encouraging them to seek a personal relationship with Christ to experience God's favor and peace in their lives.
Unbreakable Joy: Why Living a Connected Life Brings Joy
John Mark stresses the power of community and the need to deepen our love for God and others in this talk, reinforcing that true joy comes from serving and connecting with others.
Unbreakable Joy: What to Do When Life Goes Wrong
The message highlights that true joy comes from understanding God’s purpose in challenges, focusing on Christ rather than others, and relying on God’s plan even when things don't go as desired.
Unbreakable Joy: How True Humility Leads to Joy
John Mark highlights that adopting the mindset of Christ results in a deeper connection with God and others, ultimately bringing joy to our lives.
Unbreakable Joy: How Joy Comes from True Righteousness
John Mark calls for believers to rejoice in hardships, acknowledge their inability to earn salvation, and understand that true righteousness is rooted in faith and continuous growth.
How Pursuing the Right Goal Leads to Unbreakable Joy
Pastor John Mark Caton emphasizes the importance of pursuing the right goal to achieve unbreakable joy, as outlined in Philippians.
How Do We Overcome Worry and Anxiety and Achieve Unbreakable Joy?
Pastor John Mark Caton encourages listeners to focus on overcoming worry and anxiety by embracing a connected and positive life, as demonstrated by Paul in Philippians.
Unbreakable Joy Comes from True Contentment
Drawing from Philippians chapter 4, John Mark emphasizes that contentment is a learned process, not a passive state, and is outlined in six practical steps.
The Jesus Way: Signed, Sealed, Delivered, and Secured
Pastor John Mark Caton emphasizes the significance of the "Jesus Way" as involving three key steps: salvation, baptism, and church membership.
Our Unshakable God: Our God of Comfort
Pastor John Mark introduces a new series titled "Our Unshakable God" that emphasizes God's personal nature as a comforting presence in our lives, even during difficult times.
Our Unshakable God: The Unshakable Power of God's Word
Using Isaiah 40, John Mark encourages the listener, especially the younger generation, to immerse themselves in Scripture as a source of truth, renewal, and guidance in a chaotic world.
Our Unshakable God: The Unshakable Majesty of God's Creation
Continuing the study of Isaiah 40, John Mark encourages believers to share their faith and the truth of God's creation with others, as many seek answers in today's society.
Our Unshakable God: God's Faithfulness in Our Fragility
Drawing from Isaiah 40, John Mark highlights how God strengthens those who feel worn out and encourages individuals to keep moving despite stumbles in life.
Our Unshakable God: God Renews Our Strength
John Mark discusses the significance of Isaiah 40, illustrating how God renews strength and hope, allowing us to soar like eagles, even amid life's trials.
Your Race Counts: Easter is Your Starting Line
Pastor John Mark emphasizes the significance of Easter, highlighting that every person's life—and how they navigate their race—matters greatly to God, their family, friends, and community.
Your Race Counts: You're Not Running Alone
Drawing from Hebrews 12, Pastor John Mark Caton emphasizes the importance of running life’s spiritual race with a supportive community rather than alone.
Your Race Counts: A Faith That Finishes
John Mark encouraged everyone to develop a faith that perseveres through life's challenges, highlighting how we can run with the right support system and let go of burdens that weigh us down.
Unusual Suspects: Moses - the Reluctant Leader
John Mark shares Moses' struggle with insecurity and rejection, encouraging everyone to embrace their unique calling by surrendering their excuses and saying "yes" to God.
Unusual Suspects: Esther - For Such a Time as This
Pastor John Mark emphasizes that God values the heart over personal qualifications and that one’s history does not dictate one's destiny,
Unusual Suspects: David - A Man After God's Own Heart
John Mark contrasts Saul and David. Despite his impressive appearance, Saul failed because he lacked a heart for God, while David, the overlooked shepherd, was chosen for his authentic heart.
Unusual Suspects: Deborah - Courage in a Time of Cowardice
In Pastor John Mark’s latest sermon, he takes us on a captivating journey through the life of Deborah—a powerful prophetess and judge in Israel who defied the odds to lead a nation out of oppression.
Unusual Suspects: John the Baptist - Prepare the Way!
Pastor John Mark reminds us that no matter our past, it's our willingness to submit our hearts to God that opens doors for His work in us.
More Than Conquerors: Living Free in a Guilty World
In his powerful message, John Mark explores the profound truth found in Romans chapter 8, unveiling it as the spiritual mountaintop that reassures us: "Guilty, yes; condemned, never."
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