We Have Come To Far To Turn Back : Part 1 - (Elder. Walter Howard) (Kingdom Academy) (September 20, 2026)
Summary
Elder Walter Howard Jr. shares his testimony of overcoming addiction and violence by putting Christ first, emphasizing that he has come too far to give up. He uses the metaphor of a runner to encourage the congregation to endure their spiritual race, noting that while earthly prizes are fleeting, eternal life is the ultimate reward. The sermon highlights the importance of humility, citing a personal mistake where he had to apologize for acting arrogant, and contrasts human weakness with God's faithfulness. He concludes by urging believers to act justly, show mercy, and walk humbly with God,…
Topics discussed
Introduction to King's Healing Room and leadership
The struggle of wanting to take back past mistakes
Perseverance: Why it is too far to give up now
Personal testimony: Overcoming addiction through faith
1 Corinthians 10:13: God's faithfulness in temptation
Transformation: Leaving the old life behind for Christ
Contentment and planting good seeds in others
The race of life: Endurance and the runner's analogy
Humility: Jesus' example of serving the sick
No one is untouchable: Christ's humility and grace
Church equality: The devil is present in all places
Personal accountability: Apologizing for pride and hurt
The prize of eternal life vs. earthly rewards
Spiritual rewards that transform daily life
Past behavior: The bar fight and Napoleon complex
Power of faith: What is possible with the Holy Spirit
Satan's tactics and the responsibility of believers
God's exit plan: Why we fail to listen to Him
The story of Jonah: God's control and purpose
God's love: The sacrifice of Jesus for eternal life
The nature of eternal life: Sharing joy with God
Three things that please God: Justice, Mercy, Humility
Obedience over sacrifice: A personal temptation story
Call to action: Do not give up on serving Christ
Closing prayer and identification of the speaker
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