Kingdom Life

In this sermon by Chris Romig , the focus is on the significance of Nazareth and the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary in Luke 1. Chris Romig begins by noting Nazareth's humble reputation and connects its name to the prophecy in Isaiah about a "branch" from Jesse's roots—the Messiah. He shares insights from his pilgrimage to Nazareth and the Church of the Annunciation, emphasizing the longstand...

In this sermon, Chris Romig centers on John the Baptist as a key figure in Advent, emphasizing his role in calling people to repentance and preparation for Jesus' coming. Drawing from his recent trip to Israel and stops at sites like the Jordan River and Qumran, Chris Romig connects the biblical context of John's ministry with contemporary spiritual reflection and practice. John the Baptist is por...

In this sermon by Greg , the focus is on the importance of remembering God's faithfulness as the foundation for hope. Using Psalm 103 and the Advent tradition, Greg encourages listeners to look back at the ways God has been good—describing this as glancing in the "rearview mirror"—so that they can look forward with hope, as symbolized by the Advent candle. Through personal stories of loss, change,...

In this sermon by Chris Romig , the focus is on Christ the King Sunday, a day marking the end of the church calendar and emphasizing the ultimate reign of Jesus as King. Chris Romig explains the biblical and historical foundation of the church calendar, which retells the story of God's redemption and shapes the faith of believers throughout the year. He traces the church calendar from Advent to Pe...

In this sermon by Carolyn Wilson , the message centers on the enduring joy found in Christ, even amid trials and uncertainty. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:3-9, Carolyn explains that Christian joy is not a shallow emotion tied to circumstances but a deep spiritual fruit cultivated through the Holy Spirit and daily choices. She encourages believers to nurture joy by filling their minds with Scripture and...

In this sermon by Chris Romig , the focus is on Revelation chapter 11, where John is told to measure the temple, the altar, and the worshipers. Chris explains that this act of measuring represents both evaluation and the delineation of God's people. Drawing from Old Testament prophecies, he highlights the Jewish context in which these visions take place and traces the history of the temple in Jeru...

In this sermon by Carolyn Wilson on Reformation Sunday, the focus is on the enduring impact of the Protestant Reformation and its central theological pillars, known as the "five solas." Wilson begins with a historical overview, describing how the early Christian church endured persecution and how, over centuries, its rise to power in Europe led to widespread corruption and spiritual neglect. Coura...

In this sermon by Chris Romig, the focus is on Revelation chapter 10 and the "bittersweetness" of God's Word and Christian life as God's final judgments and promises unfold. Romig opens with a prayer for understanding and emphasizes the structure of Revelation: waves of judgments (seals, trumpets, bowls) interrupted by reflective pauses, with chapter 10 marking the longest interlude before the end...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the message focuses on spiritual alertness and the urgent need for repentance in response to escalating sin as described in Revelation chapter 9. Chris begins by praying that the congregation would wake up from spiritual slumber and be ready to hear God's word, particularly as they study a passage depicting an intensifying judgment upon the earth. He draws att...

In this sermon, Pastor Chris Romig delves into Revelation chapter 9, highlighting its relevance to both end-times prophecy and the spiritual challenges Christians face today. He explains how the chapter describes escalating judgments, including the release of demonic hordes and supernatural devastation, yet insists that God remains in control throughout the chaos. Romig interprets the imagery, suc...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on the spiritual battle at the heart of Jesus' ministry and its relevance for believers today. Chris highlights how Jesus, during his years of ministry, especially in Galilee, was constantly confronted by demonic forces, emphasizing that prayer was central to his spiritual strength and battle against evil. Chris draws from Mark's Gospel, particula...

In this sermon by TJ Thompson, the focus is on encouragement and recognizing the richness of God's workmanship in every individual. As the church enters week five of its 40 days of fasting and prayer, TJ invites the congregation to reflect on the blessings God has given them, not just through resources and leaders, but through the many gifts and acts of service within the community. Drawing on Heb...

In this sermon, Mike Whitesell reflects on how Christians, especially those in their later years, can continue to grow and make a meaningful impact for God's kingdom. Prompted by his own experience with retirement, Whitesell stresses the importance of not becoming complacent or "a grumpy old guy," but remaining intentional and vibrant in faith. He encourages listeners to examine not just their spi...

In this sermon, Pastor Chris Romig emphasizes the reality of the unseen spiritual realm and the active spiritual warfare Christians face, drawing from Revelation chapter 9. He warns that Satan seeks to undermine believers, especially during seasons of prayer and fasting, referencing Paul's teaching in Ephesians 6 that our true struggle is against spiritual forces of evil. Chris interprets the symb...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on praying for revival and understanding the coming judgment described in Revelation 8. Chris urges the church to earnestly seek God's intervention for personal and communal revival, trusting in God's power. He provides a recap of their ongoing study in Revelation, highlighting the escalating severity of God's judgments: the breaking of seals, and...

In this sermon, Pastor Chris Romig introduces a church-wide season of 40 days of prayer and fasting , encouraging everyone to see it not as an optional add-on or a legalistic demand, but as a gracious invitation to deeper relationship with God. Drawing from biblical examples like Moses, Elijah, and Jesus, Romig emphasizes that focused seasons of prayer and renewal are central to Christian life. He...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on Revelation 8 and the significance of prayer in God's unfolding plan. Chris traces the journey through Revelation, describing the scroll with seven seals as a symbol of God's final will for the earth, and noting the escalating judgments released as each seal is opened. When the seventh seal is opened, there is a profound silence in heaven, highl...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the central focus is on the biblical promise that God will one day wipe away every tear from our eyes. Chris uses the song "Tears in Heaven" as an entry point to discuss humanity's deep longing for comfort and a world free from pain. Drawing from passages in Revelation and Isaiah, he underscores the repeated assurance that in heaven, there will be no more suff...

In this sermon, Pastor Chris Romig centers on the powerful vision in Revelation 7, where a countless, multicultural multitude stands before God's throne. He highlights the wideness of God's mercy and the total absence of racism or ethnic superiority in God's kingdom. This heavenly gathering, composed of those who have come out of the Great Tribulation, is described as joyfully serving God, free fr...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on Revelation 7 and the identity of the 144,000 mentioned in that chapter. Romig begins with recapping the dramatic events of Revelation 6 describing God's judgment and the intense suffering during the end times before moving to the hopeful pause in chapter 7, where 144,000 servants are "sealed" by God. Chris explains that this seal is a spiritual...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on the events described in Revelation 6 and what the Bible teaches about end times and God's final judgment. Romig explains that while many Christians assume heaven is their eternal home, Scripture actually points to believers returning with Jesus to a restored earth. Until that final day, natural disasters serve as reminders and previews of the c...

In this sermon, Pastor Chris Romig explores the theme of hope and faith in the midst of suffering and persecution, using both the story behind the hymn "His Eye Is on the Sparrow" and the passage from Revelation 6. Romig begins by recounting how the hymn was inspired by the deep faith of a suffering couple, reminding us that God cares for even the smallest sparrow and, even more so, for His childr...

In this sermon, Pastor Chris Romig explores the meaning of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse from Revelation 6, highlighting that these prophetic figures are not merely legends but real agents of God's judgment to come. Each horseman represents a different aspect of the turmoil that will mark the end times: the white horse symbolizes the rise of the Antichrist with deceptive promises of peace; t...

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on Revelation 6 and the opening of the first of seven seals, introducing the rider on the white horse. Chris explains the significance of the sealed scroll and emphasizes that only Jesus, the Lamb of God, has the authority to begin this end-time unveiling. He explores different interpretations of the rider's identity: some suggest the spread of th...

In this sermon by Pastor Carolyn Wilson, the focus is on the urgent call for Christians to share their faith in a troubled world. Using the parable of the lost sheep from Luke 15:1-7, Carolyn highlights God's deep love for those who are spiritually lost and emphasizes that every believer is called to reach out with compassion and courage. She underscores four core truths: sin and its consequences,...