The Implanted Word

Bill Gehm

The Bible is God’s Word and It is our desire to bring you the solid consistent teaching of God's profound living Word, chapter by chapter and verse by verse so that you might receive the whole counsel of God. Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. Jeremiah 1:21 Pastor Bill has been the Senior Pastor of Grace Church, Calvary Chapel Amarillo, since 1985. Bill’s number one focus has always been to feed God’s people with God’s word. Bill and his wife Cindy have been married for over 42 years and they have three grown children and eight grandchildren. Bill enjoys various outdoor activities such as riding his motorcycle, camping and working in the yard with his wife. His greatest hobby is reading the Word of God. read less

Religião e espiritualidadeReligião e espiritualidade

CristianismoCristianismo

Comece aqui

Faithful Friends of Jesus Part 1

Faithful Friends of Jesus Part 1

The wrong companion can ruin your life. Your pals can often have a negative impact on you. They may push their addictions on you or instill a negative outlook in your heart about others. What should you do? In today's message, Pastor Bill discusses why having faith-filled friends is so important. They can always help you stay close to God and encourage you whenever you are feeling low. Even if you're alone and have no friends, your church group can be a source of support during difficult times!

Episódios

Faithful Friends of Jesus Part 1

Faithful Friends of Jesus Part 1

The wrong companion can ruin your life. Your pals can often have a negative impact on you. They may push their addictions on you or instill a negative outlook in your heart about others. What should you do? In today's message, Pastor Bill discusses why having faith-filled friends is so important. They can always help you stay close to God and encourage you whenever you are feeling low. Even if you're alone and have no friends, your church group can be a source of support during difficult times!

Don’t Be Stupid Part 2

Don’t Be Stupid Part 2

We often harbor this greedy thinking in our heads even when we are assisting someone. We typically consider how we might profit from helping someone in need. It could be receiving the glory or any other means. But is this the correct mindset? Today, Pastor Bill explains how you can start giving selflessly. God sees your heart. Instead of assisting people for personal benefit, choose to do so with a spirit of kindness and mercy. When you do that, you can count on God to do the same for you in times of need!

Don’t Be Stupid Part 1

Don’t Be Stupid Part 1

You may often have the concept of honoring your parents by working and doing things that will make them proud of you. But how frequently do you make an attempt to be right with God? You may have flaws or addictions to deal with. But have you ever tried giving everything up for Jesus? In today's message, Pastor Bill encourages you to take a step forward for Christ. He did the impossible to save you by sacrificing Himself on the cross. But are you willing to make an effort to develop a relationship with Jesus?

The Gracious Woman - The Merciful Man Part 3

The Gracious Woman - The Merciful Man Part 3

Sometimes we adopt the selfish habit of only getting from people and without giving anything in return. Even when you ask God for something you've always wanted, how often do you try to do anything in return for Him? In today's message, Pastor Bill discusses how to cultivate a serving mentality. When you contribute gladly and with the right attitude, God sees everything and rewards you accordingly. Even you can choose to repay God for His gifts by serving Him in the way that He desires!

The Gracious Woman - The Merciful Man Part 2

The Gracious Woman - The Merciful Man Part 2

Oftentimes someone may want to share something personal with you. But when speaking with that person, you may have a different perspective, which you may even share with others. But do you understand what Jesus wants you to accomplish? Today, Pastor Bill discusses the importance of discipleship groups. Anyone can encounter a low point in life, but as a follower of Christ, you can approach that person with empathy, listen to them, and feel their pain. Finally, you can encourage and pray for them!

The Gracious Woman - The Merciful Man Part 1

The Gracious Woman - The Merciful Man Part 1

In everyday life, we can be unmerciful at times. It could be while interacting with coworkers at work or simply behaving cruelly to someone for no apparent reason. It can be a difficult line to walk. But do you comprehend how to apply compassion in your life? In today's message, Pastor Bill explores the wellspring of kindness. God showed you mercy by sending Jesus to die for your sins on your behalf. You can accept God's kindness in your life and start to implement it by showing mercy to those around you!

Do Not Disturb! Part 3

Do Not Disturb! Part 3

Think about your coworkers or employees. It’s fascinating to see different approaches to work. Some people think linear, while others bounce from task to task. Some like to check off their to-dos and clock out. Others like to spend extra time getting ahead. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that some people like to be a “checklist Christian,” thinking keeping the Bible will earn them a spot in Heaven. However, you’ll learn that it’s not your actions that make you righteous, but Jesus who makes you righteous.

Do Not Disturb! Part 2

Do Not Disturb! Part 2

Isn’t Jesus so good? Isn’t the love of the Father so captivating? How can you enter the presence of God and want to leave? When you encounter the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, something inside of you awakens that you never knew was there. In today’s message, Pastor Bill talks about this awakening, and how you can’t help but want to chase after Jesus with each breath you take. You gain a desire to read your Bible, even if you’re not a reader. You begin to pray. You become a new creation.

Do Not Disturb! Part 1

Do Not Disturb! Part 1

Deep down, we all know that we ought to be nice, patient, and uplifting. However, when the 5:00 pm traffic hits… it gets a little harder. When that certain coworker won’t quit pestering you… it’s not so easy. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that slander and strife are rooted in hatred. You may not realize it, but when you gossip about someone, there’s something a little darker inside of you than you realize. Hatred has no place within you, so rid yourself of it, and instead, love those around you.

If I Were A Rich Man Part 3

If I Were A Rich Man Part 3

The 23rd Psalm says, “Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” Did you catch that? A staff and a rod. In today’s message, Pastor Bill points out that David recognized that God has both an instrument of guidance and an instrument of correction. God is a Good Shepherd who will lead you to green pastures. However, sometimes God will need to correct your path when you veer too close to the cliff’s edge. When you stray too far from the path, expect a nudge from the Shepherd’s rod to get you back on track.

If I Were A Rich Man Part 2

If I Were A Rich Man Part 2

Have you ever met an individual who feels the need to criticize the tiniest things? Now, surely this isn’t what you’d be thinking but imagine a beautiful and perfectly performed choir concert. Everything about it went right… but the glow of the exit signs kind of ruined the mood of the event. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that strife and pettiness can be a toxin. Stemming from hatred, they can hurt others and ruin relationships. Instead, focus on demonstrating the love of God to those around you.

If I Were A Rich Man Part 1

If I Were A Rich Man Part 1

Many pastors on TV preach health and wealth. They say that if you believe in Jesus, you’ll be healed of all sickness, you’ll never go sore a day in your life, and there will be a Lamborghini waiting in the driveway. Well… that would be nice if it were true. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that suffering is inevitable, but not unbearable. If you have Jesus, you can walk through that cancer diagnosis, car wreck, or tough financial spot with joy, knowing that He will provide for you.

The Excellence of Spiritual Wisdom Part 3

The Excellence of Spiritual Wisdom Part 3

When God created humans, He didn’t make them like robots. He gave them the gift of free will. Humans could freely choose to love and obey God. Or they could choose to disobey Him. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that you are responsible for your choices. God has given you the information about how to gain salvation and live an abundant life in Jesus. But He won’t force you to accept it. What will you choose? What will be the consequences of your actions? If you need wisdom, ask God. He’ll give you His wisdom freely.

The Excellence of Spiritual Wisdom Part 2

The Excellence of Spiritual Wisdom Part 2

When we think about sins, we often think about obvious sins like murder, adultery, and stealing. Those are definitely sins. But so are subtle sins like self-righteousness, selfishness, and pride. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that self-righteousness often keeps people from being saved because they don’t realize they need a Savior. That’s why Jesus often rebuked the Pharisees. Don’t let pride get in the way of your salvation. Today, humbly come to Jesus and acknowledge that you need Him.

The Excellence of Spiritual Wisdom Part 1

The Excellence of Spiritual Wisdom Part 1

Religion is all about what man has to do to earn salvation and acceptance by God. The Gospel is all about what God did for you so that you can freely have the gift of salvation that you could never earn and that you don’t deserve. Isn’t that amazing? Today, Pastor Bill emphasizes that only God could create something so profound and excellent as the Gospel. It’s in His wisdom that God sent His only Son to die the death you deserved, and through His wisdom, you can live the excellent life you are meant to live.

Many people have the false belief that God is a strict tyrant who doesn’t want anyone to enjoy life. They think that He sets a bunch of rules to stop people from having fun. But that’s the furthest thing from the truth! God wants what’s best for you, and He wants to prevent you from experiencing the unnecessary pain and hardship in your life that results from sexual sins. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that the way you can know God’s good plan for your life is by knowing His Word. Only He can truly satisfy you!

Sexual sin always starts with words. It might begin as small talk in the school hallways, a conversation at your company’s holiday party, or a text message. These lead to seductive words that promise pleasure without guilt or consequences. Yet sexual sin always leaves scars. To combat these deceptive words, Pastor Bill teaches you today that you must know and meditate on God’s Word. His Word is truth and leads to wisdom and life. Spend time reading the Bible daily to stand firm against sexual temptations.

The world has a lot to say about sex. Sex is openly shown and talked about in movies, TV shows, and songs. But the Bible also has a lot to say about sex. That’s because God created sex, and He has specific guidelines and purposes for sex. Today, Pastor Bill teaches the importance of having the Bible inform your sex life. If you don’t let the Bible inform your sex life, then the world certainly will. The world has distorted and perverted sex. Spend time in God’s Word and let It give you wisdom for your sex life.

Biblical Protection From Sexual Sins Part 3

Biblical Protection From Sexual Sins Part 3

What would happen to your body if you never drank water? Your body would deteriorate and you would die from dehydration. Your body has wants, and it has needs such as water. But there are things that your body wants and craves, and sometimes, they could be other people outside of your marriage. So in today’s message, Pastor Bill encourages you to seek Christ and deny yourself. Jesus conquers all, including sexual urges and desires that most people don’t realize as a sin.

Biblical Protection From Sexual Sins Part 2

Biblical Protection From Sexual Sins Part 2

When you leave the house for the day, what are the three most important things to take with you? If you’re a guy, you know that your phone, keys, and wallet are the most important things to have on you throughout your day. But how important is it to have the Bible on hand with you? Should have it once a week or with you wherever you go? In today’s message, Pastor Bill wants to emphasize just how important the Word of God is. The Bible is how God primarily speaks to you and me. Without it, the world would be lost.