Antioch Wichita - Sermon Podcast

The Magnitude of Christmas || Part 3: When Jesus Steps In

Have you ever wondered what happens when God Himself interrupts your ordinary life? In this powerful message, Pastor Rob explores how Jesus's arrival—from the manger to modern day—radically transforms everything it touches. Through vivid biblical examples like shepherds becoming history's first evangelists, he reveals how Christ's presence turns the ordinary into extraordinary, bringing rescue, supernatural power, and true family to every believer. Whether you're facing personal battles or seeking deeper purpose, discover how Jesus stepping into your story changes everything. Don't miss this timely Christmas reminder of hope's endless possibilities!

The Manitude of Christmas || Part 2: The Weight of Waiting

What if the most challenging moments of waiting could become our most significant opportunities for spiritual growth? Pastor Rob explores the profound significance of Advent - not just as a season of remembering Christ's first coming, but as a divine invitation to embrace the weight of waiting for His return. Drawing on John 1:1-5, he shows that our entire existence as Christians is rooted in Jesus Christ, making our waiting deeply purposeful. Through personal stories of waiting for everything from Christmas presents to church-planting decisions, Pastor Rob shows that waiting isn't merely a passive exercise but a transformative process in which God shapes our character, builds our trust, and increases our spiritual strength. He challenges the congregation to view waiting not as a burden but as a gift that reminds us of God's sovereignty, develops our hope, and helps us avoid self-inflicted disasters. We are called to embrace this season of Advent by intentionally slowing down and seeking God's kingdom first,

The Magnitude of Christmas || Part 1: God With Us

Have you ever felt caught between celebrating Christmas's joy while keeping Jesus at the center? Pastor Jimmy explores this tension through John the Baptist's powerful example of preparation and purpose. Like John, we're called to be messengers pointing others to Jesus in this "middle time" between His first and second coming. Through practical insights about repentance, spiritual rhythms, and authentic transformation, this message offers hope for experiencing absolute freedom and a deeper connection with Christ this Advent season. Don't miss this timely reminder to make room for Jesus amid holiday busyness—discover how to prepare your heart to celebrate the greatest gift ever given.

Inhabited || Part 6: Peace

What if the chaos and anxiety of our world could be met with an unwavering, supernatural peace? In Pastor Rob's message on the fruit of the Spirit, he unveils how true peace transcends mere absence of conflict, revealing it as a divine gift that transforms our response to life's storms. Drawing from Galatians 5:22-24, he illuminates peace as 'eirene' - not just a temporary reprieve from chaos, but a profound state of harmony with God that remains steadfast even in life's darkest valleys. Through compelling insights from Romans 5:1 and Philippians 4:6-7, the Word emphasizes that this supernatural peace is both our inheritance and our witness to a broken world. Jesus challenges all of us to move beyond passive reception to active engagement, sharing practical steps for cultivating this peace through prayer, Scripture, and intentional spiritual disciplines. The message culminates in an urgent call to become agents of God's peace in our communities, reminding us that as followers of Jesus, we're equipped to rush into calamity with a peace that surpasses understanding, bringing hope to those still walking in darkness.

Inhabited || Part 5: Love + Joy

Pastor Rob explores the first two fruits of the Spirit - love and joy - as divine attributes that transcend human capability. Drawing from Galatians 5:22-24, he illuminates how agape love - God's selfless, unconditional love - forms the foundation for all other spiritual fruits, while true joy emerges as a deep, abiding inner rejoicing that surpasses mere happiness. Drawing on biblical insights, Pastor Rob challenges common misconceptions, emphasizing that these fruits aren't mere character improvements but supernatural endowments given through the Holy Spirit's indwelling presence. He particularly emphasizes how these divine qualities serve as powerful witnesses both within the church and to a watching world, noting that "this world desperately needs the love of God." The message concludes with a call to action: believers must actively walk in the Spirit through prayer, worship, and obedience to manifest these transformative fruits, removing obstacles and remaining connected to the divine source - for apart from Him, we can do nothing.

Inhabited || Part 4: Rotten Works

Have you ever wondered what truly sets Christians apart in a world of moral chaos? Pastor Rob delves into Galatians 5, revealing how the works of the flesh—from subtle social sins to destructive habits—wage war against our spiritual lives. Through the text, we see the stark contrast between flesh-driven living and Spirit-led transformation. Whether you're battling temptation or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this message provides practical guidance for walking in the power of the Spirit.

Testimony Sunday || November 9th, 2025

In Revelation 12:10-12, the Lord teaches us that our enemy is defeated by the blood of the Lamb and by our testimony. Our personal stories of walking with Jesus serve as powerful reminders of His faithfulness, bring glory to Him, and can help set others free. This Testimony Sunday, we heard three remarkable stories of God's rescue and goodness in the lives of three greatly loved family members here at Antioch.

Stand Sunday 2025

Family Ministry Pastor Jimmy Hutson led us in "Stand Sunday". 

We stand for: 
For the 1300 Kids in the Foster Care system in Sedgewick County.
For the over 100 kids waiting to be adopted.
For the 8 in every 1,000 kids who face abuse and neglect each year.
For the 600 children in kinship care and their caregivers.
For the single dad working to reunify with his children.
For the young mother who chooses life despite the circumstances.
We will Stand for You!

Inhabited || Part 3: Walk by the Spirit

The Christian life has never been about our talents or our efforts to achieve something spiritually significant. It has always been about the work of Jesus within us and His supernatural work through us. This week, we resumed our series on the Holy Spirit, specifically part 3: "Walk by the Spirit." Believers need to understand that living a holy and supernatural life is not only possible; it is the inevitable result for anyone who is truly submitted to Jesus and filled with His Spirit.

Stay Ready || Pastor Jamaal Watson

Our friend Pastor Jamaal Watson was in the house again sharing a message titled "Stay Ready." The scripture for this week is Isaiah 43:16-19 and Mark 2:1-22. Make Way || Make Room || Made New.

Reasons and Excuses

The reasons why we are the way we are may be valid, but under God's redemption, they cannot serve as excuses for failing to be faithful to Jesus and His Kingdom. Reasons can be redeemed, but excuses cannot. This sermon, titled "Reasons and Excuses," explores how we need to distinguish between the reasons behind our struggles and not let them become excuses for disobedience to Jesus. It also offers helpful "steps to living a life without excuses."

Shema, O Antioch

The journey to true discipleship begins with our simple obedience. This obedience empowers us to teach and disciple others to walk in the same way. In this obedience, we discover a life filled with victory and God's blessings. Family Ministry Pastor Jimmy Hutson shared a word this week titled "Shema O Antioch" based on Deuteronomy 5:4-9 ESV.

Rhythms of a First Love Church || Part 5: Witness in the World

The redemption found in the blood of Jesus and the promise of eternity with Him are immeasurable gifts; however, they also serve as an invitation that we must extend to those who desperately need Him. We cannot keep Him to ourselves. This week, we conclude our series, "Rhythms of a First-Love Church", with Part 5: "Witness to the World". What does it mean to be a witness for the Kingdom of God, and how can we faithfully live this out as a church?

Rhythms of a First-Love Church || Part 4: The Church Gathered

There is a temptation for corporate Sunday church services to become habitual and mundane, especially when we don’t see them for the supernatural gift from God that they are.  Pastor Rob challenges us to rediscover the supernatural gift of gathering together as God's family. Through compelling insights from Revelation and personal stories, he reveals how our Sunday gatherings are far more than routine—they're divine appointments where God's presence transforms lives, prayers move mountains, and genuine community flourishes. Whether you're feeling disconnected or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this message illuminates the irreplaceable power of church gatherings. Don't miss this vital teaching that will reignite your passion for corporate worship and unlock a fresh season of encounter with God.

Rhythms of a First Love Church || Part 3: House to House

Family Ministry Pastor Jimmy Hutson continued our series, "Rhythms of a First-Love Church," with Part 3: House to House. The cornerstone of Antioch Wichita is our House Churches. While Sunday morning services are important, it is during our weekly house churches that deeper shepherding, community, growth, and mission thrive. This serves as a challenge for us to empower and equip every member of our church to embody what it means to be the church.

Rhythms of a First Love Church || Part 2: Life-on-Life Discipleship

In the second week of our sermon series, "Rhythms of a First-Love Church," we focused on the theme of Life-on-Life Discipleship. Life-on-Life Discipleship involves intentional relationships aimed at helping individuals grow into lifelong, obedient followers of Jesus, who in turn assist others in their spiritual journeys. The mission of the church is centered on discipleship, and we are all called to both be disciples and to make disciples. Pastor Rob discussed practical ways and essential truths about our hearts to effectively disciple the generations within our church.

Rhythms of a First Love Church || Part 1: Personal Devotional Life

We want to ensure that our church does not abandon our first love. To stay aligned with His guidance, we are taking simple yet impactful steps. Pastor Rob Danz is launching our new sermon series titled "Rhythms of a First-Love Church." This series focuses on the importance of being a simple church that maintains a deep closeness to Jesus, making Him the center of everything we do. 

 

In Part 1, we will explore the significance of a personal devotional life and the necessity of dedicating time each day to spend with Jesus. When each of us experiences the love, power, and presence of God individually, our church community also grows in these aspects collectively.

Are We a Dying Church?

Are we dying as a church? Every year, four thousand churches close their doors, yet Jesus assured Peter that the gates of hell would not prevail against the church He would build. Can a church truly die? Should a church die? Are we at Antioch Wichita afraid of facing this fate? In this important message, Pastor Rob Danz poses a challenging question as we examine our surroundings and realize that we may not be thriving; it seems that the gates of hell are indeed prevailing against many churches. While a church's death is inevitable, Jesus allows us to decide what kind of death we, as a church family, will experience: will we choose to die now for His glory, or will we wait until we have lost our light?

Lessons from the Dilemma of Israel || Sam McVay

Have there been promises or expectations that you have yet to see fulfilled? How are you responding to this situation? How can we effectively manage our dilemma? Our dear friend Sam McVay from Disciple Nations shared a powerful message with us titled "Lessons from the Dilemma of Israel."

It is Finished || Special Guest James Weishaar

We had the honor of having our dear friend James Weishaar share the Word with us this week. James has served as a missionary and local pastor, and he now oversees a team of missionaries around the world. Our topic today was "It Is Finished." We explored the meaning of Jesus' words on the cross when He said, "It is finished," and discussed how this truth should shape our identity and influence our everyday lives.