The Verdict with Pastor John Munro Podcast

10 Commandments or 10 Suggestions? Pt. 1

None of us like being told what to do.  In fact most people want to do things their way, believing they know best. But who decides what’s right and wrong? In this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro explores this question as he begins a series on the Ten Commandments. Do these laws still apply? How should we think about them?

AVIZANDUM: The World of Missions

Does missions seem like an old-fashioned concept? In light of Calvary's upcoming annual Missions Conference, John discusses why Calvary's approach is more than heritage or tradition: it is an intentional time of celebration and challenge.

The Wise and the Foolish, Pt. 2

Do you think that every choice we make is just a matter of preference, not necessarily better or worse—just different? The reality is that some choices are wise and others foolish. On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro concludes his study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount by discussing the difference between being wise and being foolish based on the words of Jesus.

The Wise and the Foolish, Pt. 1

Are you wise or foolish?  That’s quite a question, isn’t it? On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro shares how Jesus explains the difference in a simple parable in the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount. Two men build two houses. They look identical but there is a fundamental difference. And how will they stand in the storm?

Two Ways, Two Trees, Two Destinations, Pt. 2

We know decisions have consequences. But there are some decisions that have eternal consequences. On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro nears the end of our study on Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount by considering the ultimate choice presented by Jesus between two ways and two destinations.

Two Ways, Two Trees, Two Destinations, Pt. 1

On this episode of The Verdict, Pastor John Munro continues in our study of the teaching of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount as Jesus reminds us of His purpose in teaching—and the choice He’s calling us to make.

Asking and Doing, Pt. 2

We all have hopes and dreams, but sadly so many of us have let our ambitions fall to the wayside as we simply go through the motions of life. So, as Christians, what are we meant to do with our hopes and ambitions? How are we meant to pray for the blessings we seek? On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro helps us gain a better understanding of the spiritual correlation between Asking and Doing.

AVIZANDUM: Valentine's Day

In honor of Valentine's Day, John considers whether he is a romantic! But aside from the cards and flowers, Scripture makes it clear that those following Christ should specialize in love.

Asking and Doing, Pt. 1

What’s your approach to prayer?  Is it a chore and a duty – or do you view it as an amazing privilege? On this episode The Verdict Pastor John Munro continues in the Sermon on the Mount as Jesus returns to the topic of prayer and makes a wonderful promise that should encourage and help us as we pray.

Don’t Judge Me, Pt. 2

Followers of Christ are called to make wise decisions and avoid sin. We’re also commanded to show mercy and not be judgmental.  So how do we make wise judgments without becoming judgmental? On this episode of The Verdict Pastor John Munro helps us get a clear understanding of the balanced and biblical approach to judgment.