Good News in the Morning with Jeremiah Johnson
Start your day with a dose of encouragement and truth in just 15 minutes! Join pastor, author, and teacher Jeremiah Johnson as he shares the good news of God’s unfailing love for you and His incredible plans for your future. Jeremiah’s life is a testament to the power of God’s redeeming love. Once a depressed, drug-addicted, homeless atheist, Jeremiah’s life was transformed forever when he encountered Jesus at a field party in the summer of 1996. Jesus set him free from addiction and despair, turning his pain into hope and his past into a powerful testimony of grace. Now a husband, father, and Senior Pastor of GracePoint Church in Georgetown, Kentucky, Jeremiah has dedicated over 20 years to full-time ministry, sharing the message of God’s love and freedom around the world. Through relatable insights, biblical wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement, Good News in the Morning is the perfect way to start your day with faith, hope, and a reminder that your best days are ahead.
Episodes

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Finding Strength in God's Love
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Start your day with Jeremiah Johnson on "Good News in the Morning," as he shares an uplifting message that God loves you and has a purposeful plan for your life. Despite the challenges you face, by developing a deeper relationship with God, you can overcome any obstacle, knowing that His strength is always greater than the world's trials.Jeremiah emphasizes the power of understanding God's unconditional grace through faith in Jesus Christ, highlighting that our sins are forgiven and no longer an obstacle to drawing closer to God. With this faith, we can enjoy a fulfilling relationship with God, not hindered by guilt or condemnation, but enriched by the victory of Jesus's sacrifice.Through stories of biblical figures like Abraham and David, learn how faith opens doors to incredible freedom, allowing us to live not by a system of penance or rules, but through a transforming relationship with God. Discover the joy, freedom, and new identity available to those who trust in the success of the cross, and embrace the path of righteousness and liberty.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
The Success of Christ's Resurrection: Embracing New Life
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
In this enlightening episode of Good News in the Morning, Jeremiah Johnson explores the powerful message of faith and renewal through the success of Jesus Christ's death, burial, and resurrection. Jeremiah emphasizes the opportunity to enter into a new covenant and reveals how embracing Jesus as Lord and Savior transforms lives, just as it did for him.By understanding that righteousness comes through faith in Jesus, believers can experience a profound mind renewal, putting aside the old and welcoming the new. Jeremiah highlights the importance of expressing this righteousness in daily life, being guided by the Holy Spirit, and working within a community to shine the light of God's love. He delves into the challenges of overcoming old covenant mentalities and embracing the true purpose of grace, urging a shift towards actions motivated by faith and love.The episode inspires listeners to become skilled in righteousness, discern good from evil, and live a life of boldness and purpose anchored in the certainty of Christ's success. Through this powerful relationship with God, individuals can become instrumental in spreading healing and goodness, aligning with the Kingdom's values and witnessing to the world around them.Join Jeremiah Johnson as he encourages believers to walk in newness of life and draw nearer to God, securing an unshakeable foundation of faith that transforms conduct, lifestyle, and perception, bringing glory to the Creator and enriching the lives of others.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Unveiling the Power of the Cross: Jesus as Our Righteousness
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Good morning! Join Jeremiah Johnson as he brings you uplifting news that God loves you and desires to transform your life through Jesus Christ. This episode emphasizes the message of righteousness through faith in Jesus, unraveling the victorious impact of His sacrifice on the cross.Delve into the profound understanding that Jesus became sin so you could become the righteousness of God. Explore the new covenant through Jesus, where believers enjoy a perfect gift of righteousness, a direct relationship with God, and the power to reflect His love in the world.Discover how faith in Jesus, rather than self-reliance, unlocks God's promises and the abundant life He has for you. Grow in intimacy with God, embrace the simplicity of the Gospel, and allow His Spirit to transform you into His image, walking in grace and truth daily.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Escaping the Chains of Self-Righteousness
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Welcome to Good News in the Morning with Jeremiah Johnson. In today's episode, we explore the profound message of God's love and the success of Jesus Christ's death, burial, and resurrection. Jeremiah emphasizes the importance of understanding that faith in Jesus Christ is the key to being right with God, as opposed to self-righteousness which blinds individuals from the true nature of God's love.
Through a deep dive into the dynamics of the new covenant, Jeremiah warns against the mixture of law and grace that leads to confusion. He passionately discusses the dangers of self-effort and religious arrogance, using Galatians 3 as a reference to illuminate how believers can unintentionally slip back into old covenant mindsets and self-righteousness.
This episode challenges listeners to forsake self-righteousness and embrace the spirit of grace, which brings forth the character and nature of God. By focusing on faith in Jesus, believers can fully experience the kingdom of God, free from the burdens of self-effort and competition, and united in love and purpose.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Divine Love: Your Unique Journey
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Join Jeremiah Johnson on "Good News in the Morning" as he shares an uplifting message about God's unwavering love and the transformative journey of embracing this divine affection. Understand how, in a world that often labels and diminishes, the recognition of your unique existence in the eyes of a loving Creator can restore your sense of self-worth and joy.Discover the journey of personal growth not as a prerequisite for divine love but as a beautiful outcome of it. Hear Jeremiah's personal testimony of breaking free from addiction and finding peace and freedom through the acceptance of God's unconditional love. Learn how this love is not to be earned but is given freely, encouraging believers to grow and transform in its power.Be inspired by the notion that God's love for us is as constant and immeasurable as a parent's adoration for their children, fostering an environment where growth occurs naturally, unimpeded by the pressures of self-doubt or fear. Embrace the message of hope, safety, and joy found in a life transformed by unconditional love.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Embracing Joy: The Power of a Merry Heart
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Good morning. This is Jeremiah Johnson with Good News in the Morning, extending blessings to you today. In this episode, we delve into the profound love God has for us, highlighting His desire for our happiness based on the principle of a merry heart. Discover how a cheerful heart acts as a powerful medicine, not only nourishing ourselves but uplifting those around us.
We'll explore the pitfalls of seeking happiness through material possessions and how true joy is rooted in understanding our right standing with God through faith in Jesus Christ. Amidst life's challenges, we find that a cheerful heart stems from our recognition of God's unconditional love and perfect plans for us.
Guarding against covetousness, a destructive desire for what we do not have, is crucial. We discuss the impact of social media on fostering discontentment and how genuine contentment can transform our lives. Join us as we uncover the path to a joyous life, focusing on gratitude, controlling our thoughts, and embracing the successful outcome of the cross as our foundation for happiness.