As Jesus rides into Jerusalem, the crowds greet him as a conquering hero.
The picture of a new heaven and new earth depicts a paradise and the reward for all who have persevered in faith.
The culmination of the great battle is seen in the imagery of a thousand-year reign which brings about a final defeat.
God's ultimate wrath is now unleashed against the forces of evil.
The unholy alliance against the Lamb and his people grows, intensifying the cosmic conflict that pits good against evil.
The great conflict between heaven and earth escalates, portrayed through the imagery of a woman and a dragon.
The trumpet judgments are reminiscent of the ten plagues of Egypt and have the same purpose – to show the powerlessness of earthly gods.
As John's vision continues to unfold, the march of history as viewed from God's perspective is presented.
As John's vision begins to unfold, a lamb appears, but not just any lamb.
As John is told to write to seven churches in Asia Minor, they are each given a specific message, but one theme is found in all.
John, the author of Revelation has been exiled to the island of Patmos. What starts as a prison sentence, turns into a vision for the ages.
Revelation is one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible, yet properly understood, gives us a rich theological tapestry. In this message, we present an introduction in preparation for our 10-part series of the book.
Mary, a young teenager, when confronted by the revelation that she will bear the Messiah, responds with a message of love.
What do heavenly beings and lowly shepherds have in common?
Simeon, a man who waitedeagerly for the coming of the Messiah, talked of the peace he experienced when he met the baby Jesus.
The prophetic voice of Zechariah was centered on the promise of hope.
When we see Jesus as one of us, as belonging to us, as being for us, it’s easy to love him. But what if Jesus also belongs to the outsider? Guest speaker: Matthew Burkholder
The church serves as a collective demonstration of the reality of Jesus, his life, his message, and his sacrifice for our sins.
Are we safe to be around, or do people see us as judgmental, hypocritical, or just plain weird? How can anyone see Jesus in us if we aren't safe enough to be around?
What breaks your heart? Often, the thing that breaks our heart is often where we place our energy and resources, and where we make the biggest difference.
I will never be able to make Jesus real for anyone else unless he becomes real to me. Are there ways of creating a more authentic relationship with Jesus so that others can more easily see Jesus in me.
One of the biggest personal challenges we face is the ability to fully embrace God's love and acceptance.
Our pursuit of self-awareness, if done with the right intent, will dramatically frame the way we serve others.
Am I just a product of my own desires or am I guided by something greater outside myself?
The cultural message of today is to be your authentic self. Whatever you feel inside is essentially who you really are.
Love is one of the key themes of Scripture and one of the essential characteristics of God. Yet, it is often difficult to love ourselves. Is there a healthy form of self-love?
What is self-awareness? Is it even biblical for those who claim to be believers? Does it inform us on our identity and is it important for our spiritual growth?
Getting a LIFE is a journey. From first breath to last, life can be full of adventure and excitement one moment, then full of doubt and pain the next. ...Despite all that life can throw at us, we all want to have confidence that we are heading in the right direction: one that will help us to confidently navigate all of life with endurance and hope. At Village Green Community Church, we believe that Jesus points us to a better way, a better life, a better hope. COME, AND EMBRACE THE JOURNEY WITH US. COME AND GET A LIFE.'
Communion is one of two ordinances in the evangelical church, the other being baptism. In this message, we dive into the rich theological treasure that is Communion, and why it is such a vital piece of our spiritual walk.
Trust is not an easy thing to surrender to someone else. We need proof and a willingness that trusting another is worth it. The same holds true with faith. Though we are taught to be self-reliant, faith really soars when we learn to surrender and trust God fully