WCC | VBS Celebration: Rainforest Falls, June 7th 2026

WCC | VBS Celebration: Rainforest Falls, June 7th 2026

As Whiting Christian Church celebrates VBS week, we take a final look at the theme “God Is...” and ask an important question: If God is real, how should that change our lives? Drawing from John 15:5–8 and the image of a leaf connected to a tree, this message explores the difference between simply believing God exists and actually living in relationship with Him. Throughout the week, our students learned that God is Creator, All-Knowing, a Safe Place, Love, and Forever. But these truths are meant to do more than fill our minds—they are meant to draw us into connection with God Himself. Join us as we discover how purpose, guidance, protection, relationship, and faithfulness are all found when we remain connected to Christ, the true Vine. Because if God is who He says He is, then close is not enough—we were made to remain in Him.

WCC | Draw Near: The Sound of the Saved, May 31st 2026

As we conclude our Draw Near series, we turn to one of Scripture's greatest pictures of worship—the countless multitude gathered before the throne of God in Revelation 7. Throughout this series we have explored worship in private, worship together, worship through obedience, worship through song, and the danger of idolatry. Now we discover where all true worship is leading. In a world marked by suffering, exhaustion, and hardship, believers are called to persevere by fixing their eyes on God. The worship of today is not merely a Sunday activity; it is a lifelong response that shapes us, sustains us, and carries us through every trial until faith becomes sight. One day, those who have been washed in the blood of the Lamb will stand among the great multitude, free from sorrow, pain, and weariness, worshiping God forever in His presence. Join us as we celebrate our future hope and discover why worship is one of God's primary gifts for helping His people endure until the day we stand before His throne. "The continual response of worship forms and sustains believers until faith becomes sight before the throne of God."

WCC | Draw Near: Counterfeits, May 24th 2026

In this message from the “Draw Near” series, Pastor Jed explores the danger of idolatry through the vivid imagery of Isaiah 44. Using stories about climbing dead trees and trusting weak branches to hold weight, this sermon asks a powerful question: What are you placing the weight of your life on? From carved idols to modern struggles with money, relationships, politics, entertainment, and achievement, this message challenges us to examine what has received our ultimate trust, value, and devotion. Isaiah reminds us that created things collapse under the weight of worship, but God alone is the unshakable Rock who can bear it all.

WCC | Draw Near: Filled with Song, May 17th 2026

In week six of our “Draw Near” series, we explore the powerful connection between music and worship. Why has worship throughout history been so closely tied to song? Is music just an emotional tool, or is there something deeper woven into creation itself? Through Ephesians 5, we look at how music becomes an expression of the Spirit’s work in our lives — not the source of it. From the beauty of creation’s “songs” to the truths proclaimed in worship, this message examines how God uses music to help us respond to Him with both truth and emotion.

WCC | Draw Near: Worthy Words, May 10th 2026

In this message from the “Draw Near” series, Pastor Jed explores a challenging but important question: what makes a song truly fit for worship? Looking at David’s instructions in 1 Chronicles 16 to “extol, thank, and praise” the Lord, this sermon examines how worship is meant to center on God’s character, actions, and glory rather than ourselves. Through Scripture, hymns, modern worship songs, and practical illustrations, this message calls believers to think carefully about the words they sing and to return to the true heart of worship: “It’s all about You, Jesus.”