Kingdom Life

Christopher J. Romig: Senior Pastor and Minister
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Welcome to the Kingdom Life podcast, a preaching ministry of VPC. It is our desire that as you hear these messages preached by senior pastor Chris Romig and the preaching team of VPC you will grow in your understanding of our Triune God and as a disciple of Jesus Christ bringing the good news of the gospel to a world in darkness.

  1. 3d ago

    The Hand of Providence: God and the Founding of America

    In this sermon, Pastor Carolyn Wilson examines the providential role of God in the founding and history of the United States, inspired by significant national anniversaries. Drawing on scripture and historical events, Carolyn highlights how America's early explorers, settlers, and founders viewed their mission and nation-building as aligned with God's purposes—emphasizing prayer, biblical principles, and a covenantal vision for a society guided by faith. Carolyn points out that key moments in America's journey—from the Jamestown Covenant to the Mayflower Compact, through the Great Awakening and the Revolution—were marked by a sense of divine calling and a reliance on God's providence. Even the structure of American government, Carolyn asserts, was shaped by biblical understandings of human nature, liberty, and the need for virtue. Turning to the present, Carolyn laments the nation's moral drift but emphasizes that revival and renewal must begin in the Church. Christians are encouraged to take responsibility for preserving faith, teaching the next generation, and participating in civic life according to biblical truth. The message concludes with gratitude for God's blessings, an exhortation to faithfulness, and a reminder that true hope rests in Christ's everlasting kingdom, not in earthly nations.

    40 min

  2. May 24

    The Time is Now

    In this sermon, the conversation focused on the biblical challenge from Hosea 10:12 to "break up your fallow ground," using the metaphor of hardened, unproductive soil to describe spiritual complacency. A key theme that emerged was the distinction between outward religious activity and genuine spiritual vitality—warning against self-satisfaction, past achievements, or going through the motions while inwardly becoming resistant to God. The sermon explored how God's desire is to rain righteousness on His people, but first, hearts must be tilled and softened through earnest prayer and engagement with God's Word. The agricultural metaphor emphasized that just as fields left untended become hard and unfruitful, so too do souls that are neglected, regardless of past fruitfulness. Several points were raised, including the necessity of taking honest stock of one's own spiritual condition and being willing to let God break through emotional barriers, old wounds, and pride. The sermon urged active seeking—not settling for current or past experiences, but continually pursuing God, as modeled by the early church and historical revivals. The message concluded with a prayer for God's Spirit to renew and soften hearts, calling the congregation to move beyond surface-level religion and embrace the deeper, sometimes uncomfortable work that leads to new growth and spiritual life.

    42 min

  3. May 17

    Come Lord Jesus

    This sermon centers on the conclusion of the Book of Revelation, emphasizing its role as the final message of Scripture. The conversation focused on the authority and trustworthiness of the Bible, urging believers to reflect on their calling as the church, particularly as the nation approaches a significant milestone. A key theme that emerged was the repeated message from Jesus: "I am coming soon," stressing the need for constant spiritual readiness and faithful obedience. The discussion explored Revelation's vivid worship imagery, the importance of worshiping God alone, and the call to respond actively to God's Word rather than just hearing it. One concept discussed was the invitation in Revelation's final verses—where both the Spirit and the church call all who are thirsty to come and receive life freely from Christ. Warnings were also given against altering or ignoring Scripture, addressing the dangers of both legalism and false teaching. The sermon concluded with a call to public faith, encouraging worship, readiness for Christ's return, and a renewed commitment to answer Jesus's invitation to "come," finding assurance and life in Him.

    38 min

  4. May 10

    Our Eternal Home

    In this sermon, Chris Romig reflects on our longing for a true, eternal home, especially on Mother's Day when thoughts of home and family are prominent. Drawing from the final chapters of Revelation, Chris describes the Bible's vision of heaven as the ultimate fulfillment of this longing—a radiant, secure city filled with God's presence and glory. He cautions against popular and cultural misconceptions about heaven, urging believers to ground their hopes in Scripture alone. The details of the new Jerusalem—its immense, cube-like dimensions, jeweled walls, and pearly gates—are explored, with special attention to their symbolic connection to God's promise, security, and the redemption of sinners through grace. The city's design echoes the Holy of Holies, highlighting that believers will live forever in the presence of God. Pastor Chris emphasizes that heaven will be a place of community, healing, and eternal wholeness, where we will know one another and be our best selves. Most importantly, he points to the greatest joy of heaven: seeing God face to face, an experience once denied to mortals but promised to all who are in Christ. Concluding, Chris encourages the congregation to find comfort, gratitude, and hope in God's promises, looking forward to an eternal homecoming where "Jesus wins spectacularly" and believers will share in His glory forever.

    37 min

  5. May 3

    The Final Judgment

    In this sermon, Pastor Chris explores the final chapters of Revelation, highlighting the inevitability of judgment and the reality of hell. Chris cautions against ignoring or softening these biblical teachings, emphasizing that sin must be decisively addressed before the new creation can come. The sermon outlines Satan's fate in the lake of fire and clarifies that hell is not a place of power or enjoyment for evil, but of eternal punishment. Chris stresses that God's justice, holiness, and wrath are as real as His love and mercy, warning against the modern tendency to reshape God into a less offensive, but unbiblical, image. Drawing from Revelation 20, Chris describes the final judgment: all people will stand before Christ, the righteous judge. Those found in the Book of Life, having trusted in Christ's atoning work, are saved from condemnation; those who reject Him face eternal separation from God. Hell is depicted soberly as real and dreadful—not a myth or a joke, but the ultimate consequence of unrepentance. The message closes with an urgent appeal for listeners to examine their standing before God, offering assurance of grace to those who turn to Christ, and reminding all to worship and serve the Lord as He truly is.

    34 min

  6. Apr 26

    Why the Millennium?

    In this sermon, Pastor Chris explores the biblical teaching on Christ's return and the significance of the "millennium"—the thousand-year reign of Jesus described in Revelation 20. The sermon emphasizes that this is not a symbolic or current era, but a future period following Christ's second coming, in which Jesus will visibly reign on earth and Satan will be bound. Chris outlines four key purposes for the millennium: Restoration of Creation: God will renew the earth, reversing the effects of the fall and bringing harmony to all creation. Reward for the Faithful: Believers will reign with Christ and receive rewards for their service—not as a means of salvation, but as an acknowledgment of their faithfulness. Fulfillment of Promises: The millennium will see the fulfillment of God's covenants with Abraham, David, and Israel, including promises about land, kingship, and spiritual renewal. Necessity of the Cross: Even in ideal conditions under Christ's rule, humanity's sinful nature will be evident, underscoring the absolute need for salvation through Jesus. The sermon concludes with an urgent call for listeners to be prepared for the King's imminent return, resting not on personal merit but solely on Christ's finished work. Chris prays that each person will claim Jesus as their King and receive the assurance of life with him in his coming kingdom.

    41 min

  7. Apr 19

    The Millenium

    This sermon centers on the biblical promise of Christ's return and the coming "millennium," a thousand-year reign of Jesus on earth. Drawing from Revelation 20 and a range of Old Testament prophecies, the preacher describes a future era in which Jesus will reign as King, bringing an age of peace, justice, and restoration to a world now marked by chaos and longing. The sermon explains that the millennium is a real, physical kingdom when creation will be renewed: nature will be at peace, people will live longer, nations will worship in Jerusalem, and justice will prevail. This is contrasted with the eternal state, which follows the millennium and is marked by the complete removal of sin, death, and suffering. Throughout, the message stresses that these biblical promises give Christians true hope—not just for heaven, but for God's redemptive work on earth. The call is to endure present hardships with confidence, trusting that God's promises will be fulfilled and that a glorious future under Christ's reign awaits. The sermon closes with a prayer for steadfastness as believers wait for that coming day.

    45 min

  8. Apr 13

    A Promise Stronger Than Death

    In this sermon by Carolyn Wilson, the central theme is God's promise to make all things new, offering enduring hope amid a world marked by brokenness and suffering. Carolyn recognizes the joys and struggles that fill our lives, affirming that while we may encounter blessings, we're also confronted by global turmoil and personal heartache. Showing evidence that the world isn't as God originally intended. Anchored in Revelation 21:1-7, Carolyn shares a vision of God's ultimate renewal: a new heaven and new earth where pain, tears, and death will have no place. This promise is grounded not in wishful thinking or human effort but in God's faithfulness and the resurrection of Jesus Christ—proof that death and suffering do not have the final word. Key lessons include the assurance that God sees the world's pain and does not leave it unaddressed; His presence is a refuge in the midst of suffering, not an escape from it. God's promises, made to those facing real hardship, are trustworthy and true—believers can hold on to them even when circumstances are uncertain or difficult. Ultimately, Carolyn reminds listeners that their story does not end in loss or disappointment. For those who belong to Christ, the conclusion is one of life renewed and made whole with God forever, a hope stronger than death itself.

    30 min
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Welcome to the Kingdom Life podcast, a preaching ministry of VPC. It is our desire that as you hear these messages preached by senior pastor Chris Romig and the preaching team of VPC you will grow in your understanding of our Triune God and as a disciple of Jesus Christ bringing the good news of the gospel to a world in darkness.

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  • Creator
    Christopher J. Romig: Senior Pastor and Minister
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    254
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Copyright © 2021 Venice Presbyterian Church All Rights Reserved
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