Justice Is Served - Revelation 16:1-21

A Judge can’t acquit a murderer because he doesn’t feel like punishing the criminal. Same with God. Since He is righteous, He must act in righteousness. He judged His Son on our behalf, but those who continually reject Him must be judged as well. However, even judgment reminds us of God’s righteousness.

The Pre-Party - Revelation 11:15-19

Tailgate parties are fun, but you hope you’ll have a bigger reason to celebrate later, once your team has won. In Revelation 11, the final trumpet sounds, and heaven bursts into a party, celebrating a future victory. That’s the beauty of following Jesus: victory, though still future, is so sure, we can celebrate it now!

Heartburn - Revelation 10:1-11

Heartburn is common and is often related to food and drink intake. Believe it or not, the Gospel can produce a similar spiritual effect. Although it is sweet and portrays God’s love, it is also bitter because of God’s judgment. That mix should cause our hearts to burn with urgency to proclaim the message of salvation!

The Lamb Lets Loose

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 6:1-16- Sunday, June 10, 2012. The phrase "the wrath of the Lamb" seems to make as much sense as  "the speed of a turtle" or "the gracefulness of a goat." However, one day soon, the wrath of Jesus, the Lamb of God, will be unleashed in unprecedented, earth-shaking ways. There will be no survivors except for those who repent and turn to Jesus. Repent today and help others to do the same.

Grape Expectations - Guest Speaker Andy Deane

Grape Expectation is a teaching by Andy Deane Guest speaker for Awaken Church on Sunday, June 3rd.

The Crowd Goes Wild - Revelation 5:8-14

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 5:8-14- Sunday, May 27, 2012. If you’ve been to a sporting event, you know the excitement when the home team wins and the crowd goes wild. In heaven, when Jesus steps forward as the Redeemer, the home team wins…and the crowd goes wild! Heaven and all of creation erupt in worship! If you’ve been redeemed, you have a song to sing!

Nucleus - Revelation 4:1-11

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 4:1-11- Sunday, May 13, 2012. Until the 16^th century, most people believed in a geocentric solar system (centered around Earth). Copernicus finally proved that it is actually heliocentric (centered around the sun). Contrary to popular belief, the world doesn’t revolve around you. Heaven is God-centric – and our lives should be too!

Just Do It. [Philadelphia: The Faithful Church] Revelation 3:7-13

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 3:7-13 - Sunday, April 22, 2012. “Just do it” is Nike’s famous slogan. It’s meant to motivate and challenge athletes to get out and do their best. Jesus provides plenty of motivation for His people to get out there and just do it when it comes to ministry that’s all around us. Although obstacles are everywhere, the rewards are eternal!

Cancel The Funeral - Revelation 3:1-6

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 3:1-6 - Sunday, April 15, 2012. A taxidermist poses, paints, and recreates a dead animal to look alive. In some cases, the animals look better dead than they did when they were living! Many people look alive, but are dead spiritually. Jesus wants to cancel your funeral, but you have to repent first. It won’t be easy, but an eternal reward is waiting!

Easter- Take The Plunge - Romans 6:1-4

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from Romans 6:1-4 - Easter, April 8, 2012. The death and resurrection of Jesus changed a lot of things. Good Friday and Easter Sunday are not just two more events to add to your calendar. The shockwaves of what transpired on those days should ripple through the rest of your life. Sin’s power has been broken and life’s meaning has been redefined!

Good Friday - Premeditated 2:14-15

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from Hebrews 2:14-15 - Good Friday, April 6, 2012. The title “Good Friday” has to be confusing to a lot of people. Normally, the anniversary of someone’s death is full of tears and mourning. Good Friday is good because our God is not still dead! He came with the premeditated plan to destroy Satan and deliver us from death. It is indeed GOOD Friday!

Poison In The Pulpit - Revelation 2:18-29

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 2:18-29 - Sunday, April 1, 2012. No one says, “I’m only drinking a little bit of poison – it’s no big deal.” Any amount of poison could be lethal, so it’s best to stay away at all cost. The same goes for sin, but unfortunately, it’s disguised as being beneficial and fun to play with. The reality is that sin is slow suicide. Choose obedience if you want to live.

Get A Grip - Revelation 2:12-17

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 2:12-17 - Sunday, March 25, 2012. Without traction or grip, your car would slide off the road, your pants would slide off your waist, and your feet would slip out from under you. It’s important to have a grip, but more importantly, that you’re gripping the right thing. Let go of the world so that you can have a grip on Jesus – you can’t have both!

Crushed - Revelation 2:8-11

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 2:8-11 - Sunday, March 18, 2012. At a restaurant, if you ask your waiter for pepper, they will probably grind the peppercorns onto your entrée. Similarly, as you follow Christ, there will be times that you will be crushed and ground down in order for God to receive the most glory. It will be painful, but it will also be worth it. Be faithful through the pain.

Erosion - Revelation 2:1-7

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 2:1-7 - Sunday, March 10, 2012. Many churches look impressive from the outside: functioning ministries, good works, and booming attendance. Although you may be impressed with their full calendar, what God is looking for is a full heart. If love is not at the center of what we do, we’re wasting our time and in danger of forfeiting our impact.

Jesus in HD - Revelation 1:12-20

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 1:12-20 - Sunday, March 04, 2012. If you’ve watched anything on VHS, you know how much the quality has improved since then! John had spent years of his life with Jesus, but this new vision blew him away. In fact, it was in such High Definition, he fainted! It’s time we remember Jesus for His eternal majesty, then respond in worship.

Lessons From A Deserted Island - Revelation 1:4-11

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 1:4-11 - Sunday, February 26, 2012. Sometimes life feels like a party, and other times, like a punishment. However, even in the deepest, darkest moments of your life, God has never left. In fact, pain and loneliness can often be the catalyst for some of life’s greatest lessons and most intimate times with God. Don’t despise your exile.

The Unveiling - Revelation 1:1-3

From the series "The Reckoning" - Revelation 1:1-3 - Sunday, February 19, 2012. Before forming an opinion about someone, it’s best to get to know them. The book of Revelation was designed to give you a personal introduction to the one Person you need to know the most: JESUS! It’s urgent that you know Him and are living for Him because He’s coming back soon. Get ready!

THE BOOK - Volume 2: New Testament

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from The Old Testament - Sunday, February 12, 2012. Everything in the Old Testament was pointing toward Jesus, so when He showed up, everything God had been saying for thousands of years found their answers in Him. Jesus is the center of Scripture and should be the center of our lives as well. He came once, and you can be sure He’s coming back!

The Book: Volume 1 - Old Testament

Pastor Kevin Miller teaches from The Old Testament - Sunday, February 5, 2012. Unfortunately, “old” sometimes has negative connotations. People try to prevent aging and often obsess with new things. However, just because the Old Testament has the term “old,” doesn’t make it irrelevant. In fact, it provides the footing for the New Testament. Even the Old Testament is about Jesus!