Sunday Morning Sermons

In Chapter 14, John introduces us to the final act of the book of Revelation. The final judgment of the Tribulation is recounted in chapters 14-18. It’s fitting that this section would be introduced with a vision of Christ preparing to gather to Himself all the members of His own Kingdom, even as He prepares to judge those individuals who insist on remaining in Satan’s Kingdom. Join us this Sunday...

Having approached the Tribulation period from every possible perspective, John now unites the threads of the story and pulls the pieces together. Chapters 4-5 showed us the Tribulation from heaven’s viewpoint. Chapters 6-10 showed us a picture of judgment as it fell from heaven to earth. Chapters 11-13 showed us what happens on earth during this turbulent time. But starting in chapter 14, John tur...

Revelation 13 gives us a snapshot of humanity’s response to the Tribulation Period. Having seen the Antichrist’s arrival (13:1-10), the second half of the chapter shows us the false religion that will be built around him. While this text is famous for the “mark of the beast” (which will be very real in the future), it also shows marks of false religion that we can see all around us today. These ma...

Our attention has been focused on the last half of the Tribulation. Revelation 10 set the tone: Jesus wins! Revelation 11 showed us what God will do during this 1,260-day period: ensure the proclamation of His gospel. Revelation 12 showed us what Satan will be doing during this same period: assault heaven and lose at every turn. Revelation 13 now zeroes in to show us “the man of lawlessness” that...

In Revelation 12-19, we find the story of the second half of the Tribulation period as it unfolds upon the earth. Chapter 12 introduces this story by explaining the spiritual forces at work behind mankind's rebellion in this future period. Having already identified the characters in chapter 12 (Woman = Israel; Dragon = Satan; Child = Christ), we’re ready to see how the story will unfold. Join us t...

In Revelation 12-19, we find the story of the second half of the Tribulation period as it unfolds upon the earth. Chapter 12 introduces the story by explaining the spiritual forces behind mankind's rebellion in this future period. Having already studied chapter 11, we know how the story will end as Jesus wins! This chapter proves for us the utter futility of resisting Him. Join us this Sunday as w...

In Revelation 11, our attention is being focused on events during the last 3.5 years of the tribulation. This is a time Jesus called “The Great Tribulation” and immediately precedes His Second Coming. During this period (the story of which is recounted from Revelation 11-19), the Trumpet and Bowl judgments fall from heaven upon humanity. These chapters are the story of how mankind responds to God’...

Having refocused our eyes on the main theme of this book (The Kingdom of Christ is coming!), John now backs up to tell the story of what is happening on the earth even while the judgments of God are falling. Revelation 11-19 is the record of what happens on earth during the second half (3.5 years) of the Tribulation Period. Join us this Sunday as we look at the monumental collision between the Kin...

Having received multiple visions of the judgment that will precede Christ’s return (Rev. 6-9), John needed to have his attention refocused on the glory of Christ that had first been revealed to Him in Chapter 1 and then again in chapters 4-5. In Chapter 10, a messenger is sent to remind John of Christ’s glory and commission Him to keep recording the events that surround the coming of His kingdom....

In Revelation 8-9, the judgment of God is being poured out as Christ prepares for His return. That judgment shows just how much God hates sin. To help us hate sin like God hates sin, Chapter 9 provides a picture of just how much Satan hates mankind. This Sunday, we’ll look at Revelation 9, a passage that reveals just how much Satan hates humanity. The portrait that is painted in this text will hel...

In his final message before embarking on a new ministry opportunity as Youth Pastor at Patterson Park Church in Beaver Creek, OH, Pastor Drew Nilius reminds the people of New Community Church of the great and awesome love of God for His people. Listen in as Pastor Drew unpacks these critical verses from Paul's letter to the Romans, giving us the hope of a love that never lets go.

In Revelation 7, God paused the outpouring of His judgment to demonstrate his gracious mercy as He saved multitudes from amongst rebellious humanity. In Revelation 8, His judgment resumes, revealing the reality of His enduring and pervasive holiness. Join us this Sunday as we consider a picture of God’s perfect holiness and its implications for humanity. For those of us in Christ, the Holiness of...

As the judgment of God falls upon earth (Revelation 6), the people of that day beg for deliverance. In response (Chapter 7), purely because He is good, rather than continuing to pour out more judgment, God pushes pause and returns His attention not only to the salvation of Israel but also to the nations, purely because He is good. Join us this Sunday as we catch a glimpse of heaven’s worship. The...

As we return to Revelation 7, we find it providing a brief break between the 6th and 7th Seal Judgments (described in Revelation 6 and 8). The purpose of this chapter is to demonstrate the mercy of God and prove that even amid the judgment described, he is still good just as He has always been. God proves that to us here in chapter 7 by returning His attention to the nation of Israel, despite thei...

The book of Revelation records the end of world history and provides a brief window into what the future holds. Chapters 4-19 record a period that is known in Scripture by several titles: The Day of The Lord, the Tribulation, or the 70th week of Daniel. All these descriptions point to the same 7-year period after the rapture of the church, during which Christ prepares for His return by judging sin...

Dry, barren, discouraged. Vibrant, fruitful, joyful. If we are honest, our Christian lives are often characterized by the first set of words rather than the second. And yet, Jesus promised that His followers will do greater works that He did, and that His joy will be in them. How can this be? How can we experience the vibrant Christian life that was so characteristic of our Lord? The instruction J...

Having given extensive instructions on how to be a “Doer of the Word,” James offers one final instruction on what to do when a brother or sister walks away from doing the Word. James’s conclusion is intentionally abrupt, but powerful! In his final admonition to us, James calls for us to go to extreme lengths in displaying our love for one another. Our love for one another – and for Christ! – shoul...

Throughout the book, James has been pushing us to be faithful doers of the word, walking in dependence on the Lord for grace, growth, and guidance. In the conclusion of his book, he teaches us what prayer is and how to do it well so that we might actively demonstrate our dependence on Christ. Join us this Sunday as James teaches us how to pray effectively. Having learned last week what prayer is,...

In the final section of this book, James urges us to live passionately for Jesus Christ. Since His return is near, and we know how He wants us to live (as doers of His Word, pursuing His will), we must live with our eyes fixed on eternity rather than this life. Having received James’ admonition not to live for this world, he now turns his attention to what it looks like to truly live for Christ. T...

n the final section of this book, James urges us to live passionately for Jesus Christ. Since His return is near, and we know how He wants us to live (as doers of His Word, pursuing His will), we must live with our eyes fixed on eternity. As we enter into the final chapter of James’ book, we will find a strong appeal to live for Jesus. Because the return of Christ is drawing near, we must live for...

Join us this Sunday as we continue our investigation of how to find the will of God. Last week, we looked at the theological foundation of what the will of God is and what it is not. This Sunday, we will work through a practical list of questions that will guide our decision-making and ensure that every choice we make is consistent with God’s revealed will for our lives.

Join us this Sunday as we learn what it means to find the will of God in the word of God. Every day, we face questions about how we are to live. Do we buy the house? Marry that boy or girl? Take the job? Switch schools? And the list goes on and on. We desire to find the will of God, but don’t see any Bible verses that address those issues. This week, we learn to discern the will of God through the...

Throughout the book of James, he has been clearly explaining that God’s priorities differ from ours. Genuine followers of Christ recognize this truth and will adjust their priorities appropriately to match God’s priorities so that their life bears fruit. As James opens the final section of this book, he challenges us not to waste our lives, but to prove the reality of our faith through our works.