Hollywood Community Church

What is the Bible?

In this message from 2 Peter 1:16–21, we explore what the Bible is and why it matters for our lives. Looking at the apostle Peter’s eyewitness testimony and his teaching on Scripture, we see that the Bible is uniquely inspired by God, carries His authority, and is reliably true. Because it is God’s Word—spoken through human authors and confirmed in the person and resurrection of Jesus—we can trust it, submit to it, and look to it as a steady light in a dark world.

This Matters

In this message from Joshua 24:14–15, Pastor Arthur Connor calls families to take faith seriously by choosing to serve the Lord wholeheartedly and making that commitment visible at home. We’re reminded that faith must be proclaimed, taught consistently, and modeled daily, as families honor God, remove rival idols, and live in ways that reflect a Kingdom-centered legacy across generations.

Live in the Power of the Spirit

In this message from Romans 8:1–4, we’re reminded that life in Christ means freedom from condemnation and power to live differently through the Holy Spirit. Paul shows us that while we cannot overcome sin by our own effort, God has done what the law could not by sending His Son and giving us His Spirit. As believers, we are invited to walk in true spiritual victory—not by the flesh, but by daily surrender to the Spirit who gives life.

The Purpose of Fasting

In this message, we explore the biblical practice of fasting through Ezra 8 and discover how fasting helps us draw nearer to God through prayer. Fasting is not about health trends or self-denial for its own sake, but a spiritual discipline that expresses our dependence on God, humbles our hearts, and leads us toward freedom from sin. As Ezra and God’s people sought the Lord before a major step of faith, we’re invited to see fasting as a regular rhythm that reorients our lives toward God’s presence, power, and sustaining grace.

The Role of Faith in Prayer

In this message, we learn from Hannah’s prayer in 1 Samuel 1 and discover the deep connection between faith and prayer. Hannah’s persistent, raw, and honest prayers show us that prayer that touches heaven flows from trust in God, seeks His glory above our own desires, and remains faithful even in long seasons of waiting—ultimately pointing us to a God who hears, cares, and answers in His perfect time.

Praying Your Burdens

In this message, we explore the prayer life of Nehemiah and learn how God shapes history through the prayers of burdened, faithful people. Nehemiah responds to Jerusalem’s brokenness with fasting, confession, and bold prayer rooted in God’s promises, showing us that great prayer always comes before great action—and ultimately points us to Jesus, our perfect Intercessor.

Two Foundational Principles for Prayer

In this message, we explore why prayer often feels distant or unheard and how Scripture reorients our hearts toward prayer that truly connects with God. Drawing from King David’s prayer in 1 Chronicles 29, we’re reminded that prayer begins with a right view of who God is—our King, our source, and our Savior.
As David’s words show us, prayer that touches heaven is marked by gratitude, praise, and humility. This message invites us to move beyond entitlement and distraction, rediscover awe and intimacy with God, and approach Him with thankful hearts, trusting that He hears and delights in our prayers.

The Unchanging Goodness of God

As we stand between reflection and anticipation, this message from James 1 reminds us of a vital truth for the year ahead: while everything in our lives changes, God does not. Through seasons of trial and blessing, James points us to the unchanging goodness and faithfulness of God, ultimately revealed in Jesus Christ. As we look toward a new year filled with uncertainty, this message anchors our hearts in the assurance that God’s character, love, and promises remain the same—yesterday, today, and forever.

It's All About the King

In The King of Christmas, Part 3, we uncover a powerful truth hidden in plain sight within Matthew 2:13–21. By tracing Jesus’ flight to and return from Egypt, we see how Matthew presents Jesus as the true and faithful Son—fulfilling Israel’s story where God’s people failed. This message invites us to trust the Bible as God’s unified story and to place our full confidence in King Jesus, the only hope for eternal life.

A Tale of Two Kings

In this message from The King of Christmas, we see the sharp contrast between King Herod and King Jesus. Herod clings to power through fear and violence, while Jesus reveals a kingdom marked by truth, humility, and self-giving love.
This passage challenges us to examine our own hearts and ask who truly reigns on the throne of our lives, inviting us to surrender to Jesus—the only King worthy of our trust and worship.