Hollywood Community Church

Work and Authority

In this message from Ephesians 6:5-9, we explore one of the Bible’s most challenging passages and discover how the gospel of Jesus Christ ultimately undermines the institution of slavery and transforms our understanding of authority. Through Paul’s instructions to bondservants and masters, we see that all people stand as equals before God and that true leadership in God’s kingdom is marked by humility, service, and love. Whether at home, at work, or in positions of influence, followers of Jesus are called to live and lead as servants of Christ, honoring Him in every relationship.

God's Family Blueprint

In this message, we explore God’s design for the family through Ephesians 6:1–4. Paul gives practical instruction to both children and parents, showing how obedience, honor, love, and godly leadership help build strong homes that reflect Christ. Discover how God’s blueprint for the family leads to healthier relationships and a legacy of faith for the next generation.

Identity Precedes Activity

In this message from Ephesians 5:22–33, we explore God’s design for marriage and the complementary roles He has given to husbands and wives. Paul teaches that Christian marriage is marked by two powerful expressions of selfless love: a wife’s willing trust in her husband’s servant leadership and a husband’s sacrificial love modeled after Christ’s love for the church. Discover how biblical submission and leadership are not about control or superiority, but about mutual devotion, sacrifice, and helping one another flourish in Christ.

The Purpose of Marriage

In this message from Ephesians 5:22–33, Pastor Justin explores God’s design for marriage and reveals how earthly marriage points to a greater reality—the love of Christ for His Church. Whether you're married, single, divorced, widowed, or dating, this sermon unpacks how marriage serves as a preview of the Gospel and challenges us to avoid becoming neutral, cynical, or obsessed with marriage, instead embracing it as a gift that reflects the eternal love of Jesus.

Paying Careful Attention to Our Walk

In Ephesians 5:15–21, Paul calls believers to live with intentionality in a world that constantly pulls us toward distraction, complacency, and spiritual drift. In this message, we explore what it means to walk wisely, make the most of the time God has given us, and avoid the numbing effects of escapism that keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Christ. Discover how the Holy Spirit awakens us to God's will, produces joy and gratitude in our lives, and strengthens us through Christian community as we pursue a deeper knowledge and love of God.