Renewal Church

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our series through the book of Romans with a message from chapter 13. In this passage, Paul addresses the Christian's relationship to governing authorities and reminds us that God remains sovereign over every earthly power. As we explore these sometimes challenging verses, we're encouraged to consider what faithful citizenship and faithful discipleship look like in an unbelieving world.

In this message on Romans 12:14–21, Pastor Ulysses continues to challenge us to genuinely live out our faith daily as believers. We discover what it looks like to pursue true harmony by leveling our pride, sharing the same mind, and choosing to absorb hurt rather than letting evil win twice.

Does the love exhibited by the modern day church exhibit that of the cross? This past Sunday, Pastor Ulysses explores Romans 12:9–13, revealing how the mercies of God compel believers to cultivate deep, authentic relationships within the body of Christ. Through this message believers are challenged to renew our minds, reject hypocrisy, and practice a gospel-driven hospitality that treats the church like a true family.

This week's sermon continues the series through the book of Romans, as Pastor Ulysses shares a message on Romans 12:3-8. In this passage, Paul uses the analogy of the body to teach about our place in the Body of Christ, and although he conveys this in just a few verses, there is much to learn about what this means for us as believers in the church. Today, Pastor Ulysses dives into this idea in his talk, explaining why we are essential to the Body of Christ, and the ways we may deceive ourselves into neglecting the important roles we are called to play.

This week, we continue our sermon series through the book of Romans as we cover the first two verses of chapter 12. In these verses, Paul makes an appeal to the Romans that they present themselves as a living sacrifice, but what does that mean for us? How can we interpret this message to inform how we walk out our faith? In today's talk, Pastor Ulysses helps bring some clarity to this important calling, showing us how it ties to what Paul shared in the earlier chapters, and unpacking how Paul explained we can accomplish this in our lives: By rejecting conformity with the world and allowing our minds to be transformed by the Word of God.

This week, we take a break from our series in Romans as Pastor Jonathan delivers a message from Jonah 3–4. In the contrast between God's compassion and Jonah's resistance, we see how easy it is to prioritize our own comfort over people in need. Through this passage, we're invited to align our hearts with God's heart for the lost.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our series through the book of Romans with a message from chapter 11. In this passage, Paul wrestles with a difficult question: has God rejected His people? As we explore his answer, we're reminded of God's faithfulness, His sovereign plan to save both Jews and Gentiles, and our call to walk in humility as recipients of His grace.

This week, Pastor Ulysses Wang dives into Romans 9:13–29 to confront the humbling reality that our salvation rests entirely on God's sovereign mercy rather than our own will or effort. In this sermon we learn how to take a posture of humility and explore how God's holiness and justice shine brightest against the backdrop of the cross.

This week we celebrate Easter with a message from Pastor Ulysses. The talk focuses on a passage in the Gospel of Matthew where Jesus speaks on the topic of death and the resurrection. This is a lesson we can all be encouraged by; we may know of Jesus' resurrection but how well do we understand what that means for us who believe? Today, pastor Ulysses helps unpack these words from Jesus to explain why with Christ, death doesn't have to be the end, and what awaits is far greater than what we may try to hold on to in this life.

This Sunday, we pause our sermon series through the book of Romans for a special message in recognition of Palm Sunday. In this sermon, Pastor Jonathan talks through the first four verses of Isaiah 61, a notable passage that tells of the coming of the Messiah. These four verses hold so much hope for what Christ brings and Pastor Jonathan helps unpack the implications, inviting us to accept this Messiah and the good news He brings.

This week, Pastor Ulysses teaches from Romans 9, where Paul expresses a profound burden for those who are far from God. His words invite us to consider how we see the people around us and to reflect on whether we share that same urgency. As we explore this passage, we're also reminded that our hope in evangelism rests not in our efforts, but in the power of a sovereign God.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our series through the book of Romans with another message from chapter 8. In this passage, Paul points us to the unshakable confidence we have in God's love. Even in the face of suffering, opposition, or uncertainty, we're reminded that nothing can ultimately stand against God's purposes for His people or separate us from His love.

In this message, Pastor Ulysses Wang explores Romans 8:26–30, revealing that when suffering leaves us unable to pray, the Holy Spirit intercedes through our groans to ensure God's good purposes cannot fail. We then discover how to rest in God's unbreakable plan, trusting that He is working through every trial to conform us to the image of Jesus.

This week, Pastor Ulysses Wang dives into Romans 8:15-25, revealing how the Holy Spirit empowers us to move from fearful slavery to the security of our father, even in the midst of deep pain. We see how our present sufferings are not worth comparing to the glory waiting to be revealed, and learn how to wait with patient endurance for the redemption that is surely coming.

In this week's talk, we continue our sermon series through the book of Romans covering the first half of Chapter 8. The passage builds on earlier chapters, tackling themes of condemnation and justification, important themes that we must recognize in our walk of faith. As Pastor Ulysses unpacks and encourages us on these truths, he reminds us of our new verdict, the importance of shifting our focus, and the source of our power to make these changes.

In today's talk, we continue our sermon series through the book of Romans with a talk by Pastor Jonathan as he dives into Romans 7. It is important that we recognize the severity of sin, but how should we respond? Today, Pastor Jonathan unpacks all this chapter has to say about sin, it's relationship to the law and how we stand as believers, encouraging us on what it means to be dead to sin, and why this truth need not make us comfortable with sin.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our series through the book of Romans as Paul confronts a common question about grace and sin. We're reminded that everyone serves a master, but that God has rescued us from slavery to sin and brought us into a new way of life. Through this passage, we're invited to consider what the fruit in our lives reveals about who truly rules our hearts.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our study in Romans with a message from Romans 6:1–14. As Paul turns from what God has done for us to how we are called to live, we're reminded that grace is not a license to sin, but it's the power that frees us from it. Through this passage, we're invited to understand who we are in Christ and to live in light of that new reality.

In this message, Pastor Ulysses Wang explores Romans 5:12-21, contrasting the legacy of sin inherited from Adam with the forgiveness found in Jesus. While the first Adam opened the door to death for all humanity, we discover how Jesus does much more by offering a gift of grace that completely cleanses that sin. We learn why Christ is the only true answer to the brokenness of this world and how He can replace our despair with an eternal hope.

In this message, Pastor Jonathan explores Romans 5:1-11, revealing how justification by faith brings us into a state of permanent peace and reconciliation with God. We discover how to anchor our heart in a hope that is truly secure, one that is is rooted in a love far greater than what the world can offer.

This week, we return to our sermon series through the book of Romans with a message from Pastor Ulysses on Romans 4. In this passage, Paul speaks of Abraham's faith while making his argument for justification by faith. Pastor Ulysses goes deeper into this story as he unpacks its deeper implications for Christians today, so we can be encouraged and reminded of what it means to receive salvation by faith.

This week we begin the year with a message on faith. Today's passage highlights a notable example demonstrated in the story of Moses, from which we can learn the true characteristics of faith. Pastor Ulysses guides us through these characteristics and encourages us to grow in this faith, showing us why it is important for us to do so and how we can take the first step towards this growth in the coming year.

This week, Pastor Ulysses shares a message from Haggai 1 titled Consider. As we step into a new year, this passage invites us to pause and examine our ways—asking where we are headed and what may be crowding God out of our lives. We are reminded that when we turn back to the Lord, He is faithful to help us rebuild a life with Christ at the center.

This week, we celebrate the hope of Christmas with a message from Matthew 2. In this passage, we see that Jesus is born not just as a Savior, but as a King—one whose authority reaches every corner of our lives. As we follow the story surrounding Jesus' birth, we're reminded that even in a world marked by darkness and brokenness, God is sovereign, present, and bringing light through His Son.

This Sunday, Pastor Ulysses unpacks the heart of the gospel in Romans 3:21-31, reminding us that God's righteousness is revealed not through the law, but through faith in Jesus Christ. We learn that salvation is entirely by grace, not works, leaving no room for boasting and inviting us instead to find rest in Christ's finished work.

This week, Pastor Ulysses teaches from Romans 3:1-20, reminding us that God is faithful even when we fall short. Paul shows that none of us is truly righteous and that we desperately need God's mercy. Rather than taking His faithfulness for granted, we are invited to face our sin honestly and place our trust in Him.

This week, Pastor Ulysses shares a message that continues our sermon series through the book of Romans. The message builds on last week's talk with a focus on hypocrisy in the church: As Christians, we may be tempted to take pride in our religious endeavors and standing, but how often do we end up showing the world an image that tarnishes the reputation of God? This is a far greater tragedy than we may realize, but as Pastor Ulysses encourages us today, we can reflect and recognize this hypocrisy in our lives, and find a cure in shaping our identity the proper way.

This week, we continue our sermon series through the book of Romans with a message from Pastor Jonathan. The passage for the sermon teaches us to watch for hypocrisy in ourselves; We may be satisfied with our standing with Christ but often do we overlook sins in our lives that we judge others for? In this talk, Pastor Jonathan helps us unpack the passage and what it may look like in our lives, challenging us to recognize and repent, knowing that God's kindness is intended to draw us to repentance.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our series in Romans with a message from Romans 1:22–32. In this passage, Paul describes what happens when people turn away from the Creator and redefine God's design—especially when it comes to sexuality. As we walk through the text, we're reminded that all of us must surrender our desires to Jesus, and that God's grace meets every person who chooses to turn toward Him.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues our series with a message from Romans 1:16–26. In the passage, Paul makes it clear that he is not ashamed of the gospel, which challenges us to examine our own confidence in our faith. Pastor Ulysses walks us through various reasons why belief in God is not only reasonable, but essential, and reminds us that the gospel remains the power of God for salvation to all who believe.

This week, Pastor Ulysses begins our new series in Romans with a message from Romans 1:1–15. Paul reminds us that we've been bought by the blood of Jesus and called to serve His kingdom. Through the sermon we learn what it means to understand God's calling rightly and find joy in living fully for the gospel.

This week, we continue in Psalm 134, a passage dedicated to those who have felt unseen or forgotten. As the final Song of Ascent, it reminds us that God sees and values those who serve Him in quiet, hidden moments, just as the priests and Levites kept watch in the temple through the night. We are encouraged that our faithful service matters to God, and He is always deserving of our praise.

This Sunday, Pastor Yoon from Kairos Church shares a sermon that also wraps up our congregational retreat. In his message, which focuses on the hidden idols of our lives, Pastor Yoon helps to show that idols are not as rare today as we may think. His talk unravels the reasons why many consistently go back to idols and encourages us with ways for us to identify and overcome any idols we may have.

This Sunday we continue our sermon series through the Psalms with a message by Pastor Ulysses. Today's passage centers on a theme of unity and the benefits of it. As we read through this short passage, Pastor Ulysses expands on what it has to say about unity in the church, its importance, and why we must make every effort to pursue this unity.

This week, Pastor Jonathan continues our series through the Psalms with a message from Psalm 132. In this passage, we see a prayer for God's blessing on account of King David—and God's gracious and unexpected response. Pastor Jonathan unpacks what this exchange reveals about the true source of blessing in our lives and challenges us to reframe how we view sacrifice in light of God's ultimate sacrifice for us.

Pastor Ulysses continues the sermon series this week with Psalm 131. This is one of the shortest Psalms in Bible at only three verses, but it's a powerful one through which we learn about pride and hope. Is pride causing us to set our sights too high? Are we putting our worth and value in worldly factors like wealth or relationships? Where is our hope at the end of the day?

This week, Pastor Ulysses begins our new sermon series with a message from Psalm 130. He breaks the psalm into four sections: crying out to God, reckoning with our sin and need for mercy, longing for the Lord's redemption, and proclaiming His steadfast love to others. Through this, we are reminded that our greatest hope is found in God's mercy and His promise to redeem us from all our sins.

This week, Pastor Ulysses concludes our sermon series on the book of 1 John with a message from 1 John 5:13–21. In this passage, we're reminded of our identity as believers, the confidence we can have in prayer, and the seriousness of sin. Lastly, John closes by showing us how our actions reveal the idols that compete for our hearts and our need to guard ourselves by remaining steadfast in Christ.

This week we continue our series through the book of John with a message by Pastor Jonathan. In this message, Pastor Jonathan helps us answer the question: what is the victory that we have in overcoming the world? As he tackles this question, we learn the importance of the testimony of who Jesus is and why faith in Jesus is the only way to win in this life.

This week we continue our sermon series through the book of 1 John. Today's verses speak on the topic of love; We may be familiar with the command to love but how well do we understand and fulfill this command? In today's talk, Pastor Ulysses unpacks what the author of today's passage says about love, showing what it means to love, why we ought to love, and how we can have confidence that we are able to love as God intends.

This week Pastor Ulysses teaches from 1st John chapter 4. We are reminded about the prevalence and persuasion of false profits in this world, and how we are to be discerning and test every spirit against the central truths of the Christian faith. Pastor Ulysses calls us to remain true to the gospel message, and confidently proclaim it clearly to the world, even if it's not the most popular.

Pastor Ulysses continues the sermon series through the book of 1 John, this time through a critical passage in which John discusses love. We learn about the ultimate act of love, the importance of living out love in our everyday lives, and the assurance we can have because of it.

If Jesus returned today, would we be confident or ashamed of how we are living our lives? In this message, Pastor Jonathan unpacks what it truly means to be a child of God, both in our actions and in our identity. We are reminded that it's not about God being on our side, but about us fully living on His.

This week, Pastor Ulysses continues preaching through 1 John 2:18–27, where we are reminded of the growing spiritual deception in our time. He reminded us that false teachers, those who deny Jesus is God and offer secret knowledge, distort the gospel's truth and power. In contrast, true rest and guidance come not from hidden insights or solo spirituality, but through the Spirit's work within us, the Word of God, and the counsel of God's family.

This week, we continue our sermon series through the book of 1 John with a message from Pastor Ulysses. This talk builds on last week's sermon and asks the question: What does real love for God look like? We may think we know the answer, but as the passage today shows, we need to also consider our relationship with the world and others when we reflect on the question. Today pastor Ulysses challenges some of our misconceptions and encourages us to recognize the significance of our love for others, or the world, in showing our love for God.

This week, we are kicking off a new sermon series through the book of 1 John.Today's sermon begins with an introduction that helps set the stage; and as we dive into the first chapter, we learn of dangerous mindsets that the author attempts to address. While some of these may seem unique to the time and recipients of the letter, we also need to watch out for related sins that creep into our lives today. So Pastor Ulysses encourages us to recognize these sins and presents a solution shared by the author that is found in Jesus Christ.

This Sunday we are blessed with a message from Pastor Cho on the Book of Philemon. We witness a letter from the Apostle Paul to Philemon that demonstrates how being forgiven in Christ changes us and our relationships with other people. Regardless of where we are in this life, because of His forgiveness, we can radically forgive and love one another with whole hearts. For through Jesus, we are all equally blessed and loved.

This Sunday is the final week in the sermon series on the book of Ruth. Pastor Ulysses teaches through the last chapter of the book, and we learn about the theme of the entire narrative—God's faithfulness to his people. He challenges us to, like Boaz, step out in faith in our lives. To stop asking “What's in it for me?” when it comes to serving God, and to not waste our lives by playing it safe. We don't realize the blessings we may miss out on if we do that.

This past Sunday, Pastor Ulysses goes through Ruth 3, where we learn about the deep, soul-level rest found only in our ultimate Redeemer Jesus. Like Ruth approaching Boaz in humility, we see how we can come to Jesus not on our own terms, but with open hands and surrendered hearts.

This past Sunday, Pastor Ulysses preached from Ruth 2, reminding us that God's providence and grace are often at work behind the scenes, even when we don't see them. He encouraged us that while we live in an “age of gleaning,” marked by hardship and persecution, God's provision is always present. What may seem like luck or coincidence is often the incredible hand of God, moving through ordinary circumstances for His greater purpose.