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Christopher J. Romig: Senior Pastor and Minister
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02/23/25 • 44 min
In this sermon by Chris Romig, he examines the message to the church in Philadelphia from the Book of Revelation, illustrating its resilience amid adversity. The ancient city, known for its missionary roots and constant earthquakes, metaphorically parallels the church's situation—they faced societal exclusion and instability yet remained faithful.
Chris highlights Jesus' message promising open doors, representing opportunities for mission and a path to eternal security, despite being a small and seemingly powerless community. He emphasizes that these Christians were commended for their steadfastness and faith, despite living in fear and facing persecution.
The sermon encourages contemporary believers to see their trials as part of a larger divine plan. Jesus' assurances of stability, protection from future trials, and eternal security offer hope. Chris motivates believers to hold firmly to God's word and find strength in their faith, reassured that through Christ’s authority, they are more than conquerors. In conclusion, no matter life’s challenges, it is well with their souls.
Revelation 1:1-11
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11/10/24 • 31 min
Pastor Chris Romig explores the deep connection between the Book of Revelation and the experience of persecution faced by early Christians. Drawing from his visit to the National Museum of Prisoners of War and the context of Roman Emperor Domitian's rule, Pastor Chris illustrates how John the Apostle's imprisonment on the island of Patmos symbolizes the cosmic conflict between good and evil. The sermon delves into the significance of John's authorship, the message to the seven churches of Asia, and the enduring promise of God's Word amidst tribulation. Join us as we unpack the profound revelations given to John and their implications for believers today.
More Precious Than Gold
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09/01/24 • 26 min
In this sermon by Carolyn Wilson, the crux of her message is about the unparalleled value of the Bible, which she argues is "more precious than gold." Carolyn begins by engaging the audience with an imaginative scenario of finding a treasure chest filled with priceless items and contrasts it by presenting the Bible as an even greater treasure. She references Psalm 19:7-11 to illustrate the Bible’s unique worth and how it enriches the soul, provides wisdom, joy, light, and enduring righteousness.
Carolyn elaborates on several reasons why the Bible is invaluable:
- Understanding God: The Bible is God's self-revelation, detailing His character, love, justice, mercy, and holiness. Without it, understanding God would be limited to general revelations found in nature.
- Understanding Ourselves: The Bible reveals our true identity and worth in God’s eyes, not defined by our past or failures but by God's love and purpose for us.
- God's Salvation Plan: The Bible shows the path to salvation through Jesus Christ, providing hope and redemption beyond human wisdom or political systems.
- Essential for Discipleship: Jesus' teachings, which are essential for being His disciple, are found in the Bible, making it vital for spiritual sustenance and growth.
- Cohesive Story: The Bible is a unified narrative of sin, redemption, and God’s pursuit of humanity, culminating in Jesus Christ.
- Future Guidance: The Bible offers wisdom for living an abundant life and understanding the future, as God reveals the end from the beginning.
- Truth and Direction: It serves as an unchanging standard of truth in a world of shifting morals and protects believers from false teachings.
Carolyn shares the impactful conversion story of Richard Wurmbrand, whose life was transformed by the Bible amid persecution, illustrating the Bible’s power to bring profound change and hope.
She concludes by emphasizing the eternal value of investing time in God's Word, which stands forever despite attempts to discredit or destroy it. Through prayer and engagement with scripture, believers can experience God’s unchanging love and guidance. The sermon ends with a prayer, expressing gratitude for the gift of the Bible and a plea for deeper love and commitment to God's Word.
The In-Between Places
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08/11/24 • 28 min
In this sermon by Doug Pratt, the focus is on life's transitional periods, which are metaphorically compared to being in an airport. Just as airports are places of transition between destinations, so too are certain phases in life, often referred to as "In-Between Places." These are moments when the past is behind us, but we have yet to fully embrace a new reality. Pratt calls these "liminal experiences," where the security of the old is gone, but the new has not yet settled.
Examples of such transitions include moving from high school to college, entering the workforce, becoming a parent, or adjusting to retirement. While these moments can bring excitement and new opportunities, they also bring challenges, uncertainties, and emotional struggles. He reflects on how the Bible is filled with examples of people navigating these "In-Between Places," such as the Israelites wandering in the desert or the early Christians waiting for the fulfillment of God's promises.
Pratt emphasizes that while these transitional periods can be difficult, they are also temporary and offer opportunities for growth, deeper faith, and personal renewal. He encourages Christians to lean on God's promises for strength and to find comfort in knowing they are not alone, as God is with them, even in times of uncertainty. The sermon concludes with a reminder of God’s faithfulness as expressed in Isaiah 43:1-5, reassuring believers that God will guide them through difficult transitions.
Living in the Gap
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10/22/23 • 28 min
In his sermon, Doug Pratt discusses the constant struggle between spiritual aspirations and human fallibility, using the analogy of a 'gap' to describe this. He references the Apostle Paul's words in Romans about the internal struggle between sin and righteousness, relating it to everyday frustrations faced by individuals. Pratt mentions the tendency of people to either give up due to the difficulty of living up to spiritual standards or to lower these standards to attain comfort. He advises against these approaches, instead suggesting a path of confession, accepting God's forgiveness, forgiving oneself, and daily surrender to God's will. He emphasizes the importance of allowing Christ's spirit to work within individuals to overcome the 'gap' and experience spiritual growth, urging the congregation not to abandon their faith or lower their spiritual standards, but to keep striving for spiritual maturity with God's help.
Assurance
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09/03/23 • 25 min
The sermon by Pastor Chris is an in-depth exploration of the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus as recorded in the third chapter of the Gospel of John. It focuses on the concept of being "born again" and clarifies that being born again is not a category of Christian but a necessity for all who wish to attain eternal life.
Pastor Chris emphasizes that Jesus is offering a gift of eternal life, not posing a daunting demand. This eternal life is not something one earns but rather a gift to be received. The gift hinges on the notion of believing in Jesus Christ, which is not merely intellectual assent but deep, heart-felt trust. The sermon notes that this belief is not a one-time event, but an ongoing process, as suggested by the use of the present active participle in the original Greek text.
A significant portion of the sermon deals with the assurance of eternal life. Pastor Chris suggests asking oneself two questions to evaluate this: "Am I believing in Christ?" and "Am I hating sin?" The sermon clarifies that while one might still struggle with sin, the critical factor is how one responds to that sin. If sin bothers us, it is a sign that we are indeed "born again."
The sermon is a call to both understand and accept the gift of eternal life through belief in Jesus Christ. It underscores the importance of this belief being an ongoing, lived experience and encourages the listeners to examine their own lives and beliefs critically.
The New Birth
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07/30/23 • 37 min
In this sermon, Pastor Chris focuses on the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3:1-12. He emphasizes the importance of being "born again" or "born from above" as a necessary experience for anyone to enter the kingdom of God. The concept of being born again is not limited to a particular religious denomination or lifestyle. It is about humbly accepting our powerlessness to save ourselves and receiving the new life that Jesus offers through the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Chris explains that being born again is not a result of our own efforts but a gracious work of God. It involves acknowledging our sinful nature and recognizing the need for Jesus' salvation. He draws connections to Old Testament passages like Ezekiel 36 and 37, which speak of cleansing with water and the promise of the Holy Spirit, symbolizing spiritual rebirth.
The sermon encourages listeners to accept the gift of being born again by faith and not to delay in making this decision. Pastor Chris offers prayer for those seeking guidance and assurance in accepting the new birth offered by Jesus. He points to Nicodemus as a possible example of someone who may have come to experience the new life with Jesus.
Under the Fig Tree
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05/14/23 • 32 min
Summary/Abstract
Jesus encounters Nathaniel and tells him that he saw him under the fig tree before Philip called him. Nathaniel is surprised and expresses his belief that Jesus is the Son of God and King of Israel. Jesus responds by saying that Nathaniel will see even greater things than what he has seen. He then talks about how Nathaniel will have the opportunity to witness heaven open and angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man. This exchange between Jesus and Nathaniel is a powerful reminder of the eternal security and hope that can be found through Jesus Christ.
Jesus and Nathaniel had an encounter in which Jesus declared to Nathaniel Behold, an Israelite in whom there is no deceit! Nathaniel was surprised by this, asking How do you know me? Jesus answered that he had seen Nathaniel while he was under the fig tree. This phrase under the fig tree was an idiom for studying the Hebrew Scriptures. It likely developed from the way rabbis and their students would often sit under fig trees for shade while studying. In the first century, Jewish people would memorize Scripture as it was not readily available in printed books or Bibles.
In ancient Israel, students would sit under fig trees to study the scriptures, inspired by the prophetic passages from Zechariah and Micah that promised a future kingdom where the Messiah would come and reign and God's people would dwell in peace. This hope of a future kingdom kept the Jewish people going through the Roman oppression, and the expression sitting under the fig tree became associated with studying prophecies of the coming Messiah. When Jesus meets Nathaniel, Jesus is not promising immediate blessings to the Jewish people, but instead a different kind of kingdom.
Jesus tells Nathaniel (and all who listen) that they will see greater things than these, referring to the Son of Man coming in the clouds of heaven at the time of the final judgment as described in Daniel 7. Jesus also refers to the Lord appearing in a dream to Jacob in Genesis 28. Jesus' statement implies that Nathaniel, being a student of Bible prophecy, would understand the references to the end of time and the Lord appearing to Jacob. Jesus' words suggest that the glorious consummation of history is coming soon and all will witness it.
0:00:05 "Jesus and Nathaniel: A Conversation on Eternal Security" 0:05:03 Topic: Jesus' Encounter with Nathaniel Speaker: Pastor John Smith 0:08:12 Topic: Sitting Under the Fig Tree: The Significance of a Biblical Prophecy in Ancient Israel 0:13:21 Summary of John 1:51: Jesus' Reference to the Son of Man and Genesis 28 0:16:35 "75th Anniversary of the Present Day Nation of Israel: Exploring the Biblical Prophecies of What is to Come" 0:24:35 Heading: Jesus Promises Israel Will Dwell in Peace and Safety When He Returns 0:28:04 Subject: Reflection on Jesus' Words on the Road in Galilee www.venicepres.org
Forever Young
Kingdom Life
03/16/25 • 25 min
In this sermon by Doug Pratt, the emphasis is on living a fruitful life, particularly as one grows older. Pratt addresses those already in their later years and those who hope to reach them one day. Drawing from Psalm 92, he challenges the cultural allure of remaining "forever young," as epitomized in Bob Dylan's song. Instead, Pratt proposes that being "forever fruitful" is the attainable and desirable goal.
Using the metaphor of the date palm tree, which produces sweeter fruit as it ages, he suggests that life's best contributions may come later with experience. The sermon urges personal growth in faith and kindness and emphasizes making meaningful impacts on others. Pratt highlights seven aspects of a fruitful later life, including lifelong learning and deepening relationships, as integral to a full and balanced life beyond just wealth and health.
The sermon concludes with a reimagined blessing, aiming for listeners to add life to their years. Pratt's prayer seeks God's guidance for leading a fruitful life reflecting divine intent.
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How many episodes does Kingdom Life have?
Kingdom Life currently has 200 episodes available.
What topics does Kingdom Life cover?
The podcast is about Christianity, Society & Culture, Presbyterian, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts, Philosophy, Jesus, Biblical, Christ and Sermons.
What is the most popular episode on Kingdom Life?
The episode title '2024 Christmas Message' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Kingdom Life?
The average episode length on Kingdom Life is 32 minutes.
How often are episodes of Kingdom Life released?
Episodes of Kingdom Life are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Kingdom Life?
The first episode of Kingdom Life was released on Mar 29, 2021.
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