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King’s Church exists to make Jesus known throughout Washington, DC. Join us each week for new sermons as we proclaim the Gospel in our nation’s capital. For more information on our church and service times, please visit KingsChurchDC.com

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    Saints in the City: Called to Be Saints | 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 31:06


    In a world full of noise and distraction, God calls His people to live set apart. Pastor Wesley Welch begins our new series, Saints in the City, by walking through 1 Corinthians 1:1–9, reminding us that every believer is called by God's grace to be His holy people. Join us as we discover the hope, identity, and faithfulness that come from being saints in Christ.

    Easter Sunday: He is Risen | Luke 24:13-35

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 31:55


    Disappointment, confusion, and grief filled the hearts of two disciples as they walked the road to Emmaus—until a mysterious traveler began to speak. On Easter Sunday, Pastor Wesley Welch preaches from Luke 24:13–35, where the risen Christ meets them in their sorrow, opens the Scriptures, and reveals Himself in the breaking of bread. Come and celebrate the risen Savior who meets us on the road, transforms our hearts, and turns our despair into joy.

    Good Friday | Mark 15:33-39

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 14:21


    As darkness covered the land and Jesus breathed His last, the veil was torn—and everything changed. On Good Friday, Pastor Ben Palka leads us through Mark 15:33–39, reflecting on the moment of Christ's death and what it reveals about the heart of God. Join us as we remember the weight of the cross, the cost of our redemption, and the love that made a way for us to be brought near.

    Palm Sunday | Mark 11:1-11

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 30:09


    Every heart longs for a King who brings true peace—but not as the world expects. In Mark 11:1–11, Jesus enters Jerusalem not with force, but in humility, declaring Himself the Messiah who saves through sacrifice. In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Ben Palka shows how Christ's kingship confronts our expectations and calls us to follow the One who reigns with grace and truth.

    He Confronts Us: He Exposes Us | Malachi 1 &2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 33:57


    When our worship grows cold and our faith becomes routine, God lovingly calls us back to Himself. In Malachi 1–2, we hear God's rebuke toward half-hearted devotion and unfaithful leadership, but also His unwavering love for His people. In this message, Pastor Wesley Welch reminds us that God deserves—and desires—our wholehearted worship, and He remains faithful even when we are not.

    He Confronts Us: He Slows Us | Exodus 20:8-11

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 28:27


    In the rush of life, rest often feels like a luxury rather than a command. Pastor Ben Palka explores Exodus 20:8-11, where God calls His people to honor the Sabbath and keep it holy. This passage reminds us that rest is not just a break from work but a declaration of trust in God's provision. Join us as we consider what it means to truly rest in the Lord and find renewal in His presence.

    He Confronts Us: He Redeems Us | Exodus 21:1-11

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 34:28


    God's laws reflect His justice, mercy, and care for the vulnerable, even in regulations that may seem distant from our modern world. In Exodus 21:1-11, we see how God establishes protections and dignity for those in servitude, pointing to His heart for redemption. In this message, Pastor Wesley Welch explores how these laws ultimately foreshadow the freedom found in Christ, who came to redeem us from the bondage of sin and bring us into the household of God.

    He Confronts Us: He Conquers Us | Joshua 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 38:11


    God is both a righteous judge and a God of unfailing love, and Joshua 6 reveals this tension with stunning clarity. As Jericho falls, we see His justice against sin, yet also His mercy in saving those who trust in Him, like Rahab. In this message, Pastoral Resident Michael McDowell unpacks how God's judgment and love are not opposites but essential to His perfect character, calling us to trust in His redemptive plan.

    He Confronts Us: He Refines Us | Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 36:34


    Suffering often leaves us questioning God's justice and purpose, yet the book of Job reminds us that true wisdom is found in trusting Him. In this message, Pastor Ben Palka explores Job's journey through loss, lament, and ultimate restoration, revealing how God's sovereignty and goodness remain steadfast in our trials. Discover how, even in our deepest pain, God's presence and redemption give us hope that never fails.

    He Offends Us: He Judges Us | Genesis 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 34:28


    The story of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 19 reveals the consequences of a world consumed by sin and the urgency of God's call to salvation. In this message, Pastor Wesley Welch unpacks how God's judgment and mercy intersect, pointing us to the gospel's rescue through Jesus Christ. Discover how God's grace calls us to turn from destruction and find refuge in Him alone.

    Revelation: The Comfortable Church | Revelation 3:14-22

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 33:39


    Comfort and complacency can be dangerous to our faith. Pastor Ben Palka explores Revelation 3:14-22, where Jesus rebukes the church in Laodicea for being lukewarm—neither hot nor cold. This passage challenges us to examine our hearts, repent of spiritual indifference, and pursue a faith that is fully alive. Jesus stands at the door and knocks, inviting us into deeper fellowship and renewal in Him.

    Revelation: The Faithful Church | Revelation 3:7-13

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 33:41


    Opportunities to stand firm in faith often come when we least expect them. Pastor Wesley Welch unpacks Revelation 3:7-13, where Jesus commends the church in Philadelphia for their steadfast obedience and promises an open door that no one can shut. This passage reminds us that God's strength is made perfect in our weakness, calling us to endure with confidence, knowing He holds our future securely in His hands.

    Revelation: The Sleepy Church | Revelation 3:1-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 31:43


    Spiritual complacency can be deceiving, making us believe we are alive in faith while we are actually in need of revival. Pastor Ben Palka examines Revelation 3:1-6, where Jesus warns the church in Sardis to wake up and strengthen what remains. This message calls us to a renewed dependence on Christ, urging us to walk in true repentance and remain faithful so that our names may never be erased from the Book of Life.

    Revelation: The Tolerant Church | Revelation 2:18-29

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 32:19


    Remaining true to Christ often requires courage and discernment. Pastor Wesley Welch explores Revelation 2:18-29, where the church in Thyatira is commended for their faith and love yet warned against compromising with sin. This message challenges us to pursue holiness and cling to the promises of Christ, who rewards those who remain steadfast.

    Revelation: The Compromised Church | Revelation 2:12-17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 29:29


    In Revelation 2:12-17, Jesus addresses the church in Pergamum, acknowledging their faithfulness in a city filled with spiritual opposition. Pastor Ben Palka unpacks this message, exploring the dangers of compromise with worldly values and the call to remain steadfast in holiness. Through this passage, we're reminded of Christ's promise to provide for His people and to give them a new identity in Him. Join us as we reflect on the hope and assurance found in following Christ wholeheartedly.

    Revelation: The Suffering Church | Revelation 2:8-11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 34:36


    Amidst the persecution and trials faced by the church in Smyrna, Jesus offers words of comfort and encouragement that transcend time. Pastor Wesley Welch unpacks Revelation 2:8-11, revealing how Christ's victory over death assures us of eternal hope and the strength to endure. Join us as we reflect on the promise of the crown of life and the call to remain faithful, even in the face of suffering, knowing that the Lord is with us every step of the way.

    Revelation: The Routine Church | Revelation 2:1-7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 30:01


    Many believers long to maintain their passion and devotion for Christ, yet find themselves drifting over time. In Revelation 2:1-7, Jesus commends the Ephesian church for their perseverance and doctrinal faithfulness but warns them of their lost first love. In this sermon, Pastor Ben Palka calls us to reflect on our own hearts, urging us to rekindle our love for Christ and return to the works that flow from genuine devotion. Discover how to heed Jesus' call to repentance and restore a vibrant relationship with Him.

    Advent: Faithful, Not Fearful | Matthew 25:13-30

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 36:44


    Jesus' parable of the talents in Matthew 25:13-30 reminds us of the importance of faithfully using what God has entrusted to us. Pastoral Resident Michael McDowell unpacks this passage, showing how it challenges us to live with readiness, courage, and purpose as we await Christ's return. Learn how to steward your gifts for God's glory and experience the joy of investing in His kingdom.

    Advent: The Shepherds and the Angels | Luke 2:8-20

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 27:48


    In the quiet fields outside Bethlehem, the shepherds received the life-changing announcement of Jesus' birth, a moment that speaks to our deep need for hope and joy. Pastor Wesley Welch explores Luke 2:8-20, showing how the gospel transforms fear into peace and brings good news for all people. Join us as we reflect on the Savior's arrival and the overwhelming joy found in His presence.

    Advent: The Son | Isaiah 9:1-7

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 34:52


    In Isaiah 9:1-7, a message of hope and light breaks through the shadows of despair. Pastor Wesley Welch unpacks this powerful passage, showing how the promise of a Savior—our Wonderful Counselor and Prince of Peace—changes everything. As we reflect on the glory and reign of Christ, we are invited to experience true joy and lasting peace. Pastor Welch challenges us to respond with heartfelt worship and a renewed commitment to sharing the good news of God's salvation.

    Advent: The King | Isaiah 11:1-10

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 29:04


    Amid the brokenness of our world, Isaiah 11:1-10 reveals a powerful vision of hope—a Savior who brings perfect justice and harmony to all creation. In this Advent message, Pastor Ben Palka explores how Jesus, the promised "shoot from the stump of Jesse," fulfills our deep yearning for renewal and peace. Discover how His reign transforms our hearts and offers the world the ultimate hope of redemption.

    Psalm: Celebrate Our Savior | Psalm 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 34:45


    Every heart is wired for worship, yet we often direct our adoration toward temporary things. Psalm 96 invites us to sing a new song to the Lord, recognizing His glory, strength, and beauty that surpass all else. In this message, Michael McDowell unpacks how true worship reorients our lives and fills us with joy, as we declare God's greatness and share His salvation with the world.

    Psalm: The Lord is my Light and My Salvation | Psalm 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 26:39


    Amid fear and uncertainty, Psalm 27 reveals a profound truth: the Lord is our light, salvation, and stronghold. Pastor Ben Palka explores how God's unwavering presence provides courage and confidence, even in life's darkest moments. Discover the hope and strength that come from trusting Him as your ultimate refuge.

    Psalm: God's Glory: From Skies to Scripture | Psalm 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 33:51


    Where can we truly find a voice that reveals purpose, beauty, and truth? Pastor Wesley Welch's message on Psalm 19 guides us through the profound ways God communicates with us—through creation and His Word. From the majesty of the heavens to the wisdom of Scripture, this psalm shows us that God's revelation is constant, clear, and powerful. Join us as we delve into how nature and the Word combine to declare the glory of God and invite us to a life transformed by His presence and guidance.

    Philippians: Letter to the Philippians | Philippians 1:1-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 16:57


    In a world filled with uncertainty, we often wonder how God is at work within and around us. Pastor Ben Palka's message on Philippians 1:1-6 encourages us to find confidence in God's ongoing work in our lives. As Paul expresses gratitude for the Philippians and reminds them of God's faithful work that will continue to completion, we're invited to reflect on how this promise is true for us today. Join us for a message of hope and encouragement as we explore how God, who began a good work within us, is faithful to bring it to completion, transforming our lives and the lives of those around us.

    Week of Prayer 2024: The Lord's Prayer | Luke 11:1-13

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 35:56


    In a world that often leaves us feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or longing for connection, we are invited to rediscover the power of prayer. Pastor Wesley Welch's message on Luke 11:1-13 draws us into the heart of Jesus' teachings on prayer, showing us not only how to pray but why it matters deeply. As we explore Jesus' words and examples, we'll uncover the assurance that God listens with compassion and responds with love. Join us during this special week of prayer as we learn to approach God with boldness and trust, believing that our prayers are heard and that God is ever near, ready to respond.

    John: Eating with Jesus | John 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 34:12


    After the resurrection, what does it mean to follow Jesus in everyday life? Pastor Ban Palka's message on John 21 leads us through the intimate encounter between Jesus and His disciples by the Sea of Galilee. As they share breakfast, Jesus restores Peter after his denial, offering grace and commissioning him for future ministry. Through this story, we explore themes of restoration, forgiveness, and the calling to serve. Join us as we learn how Jesus meets us where we are, offering us a renewed purpose and calling us to follow Him wholeheartedly.

    John: Jesus & Thomas | John 20:24-31

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 32:57


    In times of doubt and uncertainty, we often question the reality of our faith and the presence of God in our lives. Pastor Wesley Welch's message on John 20:24-31 invites us to journey through the story of Thomas, who wrestled with disbelief until he encountered the risen Christ. Through this powerful moment, we explore the themes of faith, doubt, and divine revelation. Join us as we discover how Jesus meets us in our doubts, offering peace and the assurance of His resurrection, and learn how we, too, can declare with confidence, "My Lord and my God!"

    John: Resurrection | John 20:1-23

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 33:12


    Amidst confusion and uncertainty, we often long for clarity and assurance. Pastor Ben's message on John 20:1-23 invites us to reflect on the resurrection of Jesus Christ, where hope is rekindled and despair turns into joy. As we journey through the discovery of the empty tomb and the appearances of the risen Lord, we explore themes of new life, peace, and the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us as we uncover the significance of Jesus' resurrection and how it transforms our fears into faith, empowering us to live boldly for God's kingdom.

    John: It Is Finished | John 19:16-42

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 34:40


    In moments of profound suffering and injustice, we often seek meaning and hope amid despair. Pastor Ben Palka's message on John 19:16-42 invites us to reflect on the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus, who faced the cross with unwavering love for humanity. Through the lens of His crucifixion, we explore themes of redemption and grace, revealing how even in the darkest hours, God's faithfulness shines brightly. Join us as we uncover the transformative power of the cross and the hope it offers to our broken world.

    Serving God's Purpose in Your Generation | Acts 13:36

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 26:30


    Every generation seeks meaning and purpose, but how do we ensure our lives make a lasting impact? In Acts 13:36, David is described as having served God's purpose in his own time. Renowned theologian and author Os Guinness, guest speaker for this sermon, unpacks this profound passage, offering insight into how we, too, can live lives of purpose rooted in God's eternal plan. Through his deep understanding of Scripture, Guinness encourages us to pursue a legacy that reflects God's calling in our generation.

    John: The King on Trial | John 18:28-19:16

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 31:37


    When faced with injustice and suffering, we often question where justice and hope can be found. In John 18:28–19:16, Jesus stands before Pilate, enduring false accusations and rejection, yet He remains the embodiment of truth and purpose. Pastor Wesley Welch explores how Jesus' submission to the cross reveals God's ultimate justice and love, offering us hope in the midst of life's injustices and a Savior who stands firm in the face of worldly powers.

    John: God is in Control | John 18:1-24

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 34:44


    In moments of betrayal and fear, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and alone. In John 18:1-24, Jesus faces betrayal, arrest, and denial, yet remains steadfast in His mission. Pastor Ben Palka explores this pivotal moment, highlighting Jesus' courage and unwavering commitment to God's plan. Discover how, even in our darkest hours, Jesus stands as our steadfast Savior, offering hope and strength when we face trials.

    John: The High Priestly Prayer | John 17:6-26

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 35:07


    In a world filled with division and uncertainty, our hearts long for unity, protection, and belonging. In John 17:6-26, Jesus prays for His disciples, asking the Father to protect, sanctify, and unify them as one. Pastor Wesley Welch unpacks this powerful prayer, revealing how Jesus intercedes for us today, offering us a secure place in God's family and the hope of unity in His love, even in the midst of life's challenges.

    John: The Greatest Goal in the Universe | John 17:1-5

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 32:27


    In a world that often feels fragmented and distant from true connection, we long for a deeper sense of purpose and unity. In John 17:1-5, Jesus prays for His own glorification, revealing the profound relationship between the Father and the Son. Lay Pastor Daniel Davis explores how this passage speaks to our need for connection with God and shows us that through Jesus, we are invited into an eternal relationship marked by unity, purpose, and the promise of eternal life.

    John: Joy for the Battle | John 16:16-33

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 36:07


    In a world filled with uncertainty and tribulation, our hearts often long for peace and reassurance. John 16:16-33 speaks to this deep human need, where Jesus offers the promise of joy and peace even in the face of suffering. In this sermon, Michael unpacks how Jesus prepares His disciples for the trials ahead by reminding them of the ultimate victory He has already secured. Discover the profound hope that comes from trusting in Christ's triumph, a hope that sustains us through every challenge.

    John: The Hatred of the World | John 15:18-16:14

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 44:49


    In a world where rejection and persecution for our beliefs are common, we often feel isolated and misunderstood. In John 15:18-16:14, Jesus reassures His disciples that despite the world's hatred, the Holy Spirit will provide strength and comfort. This message from Pastor Wesley highlights the hope and encouragement found in knowing that God's faithfulness ensures we are never alone in our struggles.

    John: Abiding in Christ | John 15:1-6

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 31:13


    This week, we began reading John 15 and learned that God is the vinedresser, Jesus is the vine, and we are the branches.

    John: I Am the Way, the Truth, & the Life | John 14:1-31

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 37:11


    This week, we continued on in our series by reading John 14 and learned how we should be comforted by the Holy Spirit and knowing that Jesus Christ is the only way to receive eternal life and know the Father.

    John: Love and Treachery | John 13:1-30

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 35:44


    John: Opposition & Adoration | John 11:45-12:11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 36:39


    This week, we continued on in John 11 and 12 and read about how Lazarus's resurrection stirs both belief and resistance, illustrating the powerful impact of Christ as He approaches the ultimate sacrifice.

    John: Jesus Raises Lazarus | John 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 33:39


    This week, we explored John 11, focusing on Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead and the insights we gain into Christ's character through His interactions.

    John: The Good Shepherd | John 10:1-16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2024 28:32


    This week, we delved into the beginning of John 10, discovering that Jesus is the Good Shepherd who guides his sheep and opens the gate to the green pasture.

    John: The Man Born Blind | John 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 34:19


    This week, we continued in our John series by reading John 9 and learning how Jesus gives sight to the blind.

    John: The True Son | John 8:37-59

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2024 33:19


    This week, we finished John 8 by learning that our identity id rooted in being a child of God when we believe in Christ.

    John: The Truth Will Set You Free | John 8:31-36

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2024 23:37


    This week, we continued our series on the Gospel of John by delving into Chapter 8, where we explored the profound freedom that comes through Christ.

    John: The Light of the World | John 8:12-30

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 35:01


    This week, we continued on in John 8 and read through Jesus's declaration of being the light of the World and by following Him we will have the light of life.

    John: Division and Divinity | John 7

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 34:05


    This week, we continued our John series by reading chapter 7. We discussed the inherent condition of the human heart and the invitation Jesus offers us to receive the living water. By accepting this invitation, we can be transformed by the Holy Spirit

    John: The Bread of Life | John 6:36-71

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 34:30


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    John: A Prophet Who Provides | John 6:1-35

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 32:02


    This week, we read the first half of John 6. We learned that Jesus is the greatest prophet because of His shared identity with God. We saw that He provides the satisfaction that can only come from Him.

    John: Witnesses to Jesus | John 5:30-47

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 33:58


    This week, we finished John 5 by learning about the witnesses that Jesus calls to testify about who He is. John the Baptist, Jesus' miracles, God the Father, and Scripture all work together to proclaim that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, God in flesh, the King over all.

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