New City Fellowship - Chattanooga: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Set Apart Before You Were Born

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Set Apart Before You Were Born

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th March 2026

Passage: Galatians 1:11-24

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Paul's conversion story in Galatians 1:11-24 reveals a powerful truth about finding our identity in the right source. Paul emphasizes that the gospel came directly from Jesus Christ, not from human wisdom or approval. Before his conversion, Paul was trapped in the cycle of religious performance and competitive advancement, using his achievements to define his worth. Jesus lived differently - in perfect union with the Father, never falling into the trap of finding identity through accomplishments. Through Christ's finished work on the cross, we can trade self-promotion for rest, knowing our worth comes from God's approval rather than our performance.

No Other Gospel

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

No Other Gospel

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd February 2026

Passage: Galatians 1:1-10

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The question of whether we can add anything to God's grace while maintaining the true gospel has challenged the church since its beginning. Paul addressed this issue when false teachers in Galatia began requiring circumcision in addition to faith in Christ for salvation. These Judaizers created a deadly formula: Christ's sacrifice plus circumcision equals right standing with God.

This same pattern appears in modern distortions of the gospel. The prosperity gospel adds material blessings to grace, suggesting that health and wealth indicate God's favor. Approval-based Christianity seeks to modify biblical teaching to avoid offense and gain human acceptance. Cultural Christianity makes political or cultural alignment as important as faith in Christ. Each distortion stems from our sinful nature finding God's free grace insufficient - we want to be in control and earn approval through our efforts.

Paul's solution remains unchanged: Jesus gave Himself as a complete and sufficient sacrifice that cannot be supplemented. His perfect life, substitutionary death, and resurrection secured our justification by faith alone. Good works follow salvation as expressions of gratitude, not as requirements for earning God's favor. The gospel produces freedom, humility, and love while protecting against legalism and self-righteousness.

Recipe for a Peace-Loving Church

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 18 May 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Recipe for a Peace-Loving Church

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th May 2025

Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

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The parable of the unmerciful servant in Matthew 18:21-35 provides profound insights into the nature and importance of forgiveness within the church community. True forgiveness must emerge from the heart, characterized by humility, gentleness, and patience. It should be unlimited and unconditional, as Jesus illustrated when instructing Peter to forgive seventy-seven times.Unforgiveness acts as a spiritual poison, creating a false sense of power while simultaneously damaging both the unforgiver and the unforgiven. It accumulates like calcium around our hearts, potentially leading to spiritual cardiac arrest and severely impacting our relationship with God and others. The four gospel promises of forgiveness provide practical guidance: not dwelling on the incident, not using it against others, not discussing it with third parties, and not allowing it to hinder relationships. Building a culture of peace requires every member's active participation, commitment to biblical principles, and dependence on Christ and the Holy Spirit.

The Christmas Baby Bound for the Cross

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The Christmas Baby Bound for the Cross

Series: Christmas in the Letters

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st December 2024

Passage: Philippians 2:1-11

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In this Advent series reflection on Philippians 2:1-11, we delve into the profound humility of Christ and its implications for our lives. Paul urges the Philippian church to embrace humility and selflessness to achieve unity, pointing to Jesus' ultimate act of humility—His death on the cross. By adopting the mind of Christ, characterized by humility and obedience, we can live in a way that glorifies God. This message challenges us to resolve conflicts, serve others selflessly, and trust God through suffering, ultimately fostering greater unity and advancing the gospel. Key themes include humility, unity, sacrificial love, and the role of suffering in the Christian journey. Reflect on how you can cultivate a mindset of humility, contribute to unity within your community, and serve others selflessly, even in the face of personal sacrifice. Embrace the humility of Christ this Christmas season and experience the transformative power of His love and grace.

Confident, Joyous, Resilient Faith

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0100

Confident, Joyous, Resilient Faith

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th September 2024

Passage: Hebrews 10:19-25

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Hebrews 10:19-25 provides profound insights into maintaining a confident, joyous, and resilient faith amidst life's uncertainties. The passage emphasizes the superiority of Christ, whose sacrifice offers us a new and living way to access God's presence. We are encouraged to draw near to God with sincere hearts, not out of ritual but with genuine faith and gratitude. This bold confidence is rooted in what Christ has done for us, allowing us to approach God at any time for grace and mercy. Additionally, we are called to hold fast to our hope in Christ, a confident expectation based on God's promises, and to stir one another up toward love and good deeds. Regular fellowship and community support are crucial for maintaining a resilient faith. This week, let's draw near to God, hold fast to our hope, and encourage others in our community, living out these truths in our daily lives.

Be Still

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0100

Be Still

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 4th August 2024

Passage: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

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The sermon centers on the biblical story of Hannah, underscoring the significance of faith, trust in God's providence, and the stewardship of His gifts. It emphasizes the concept of childlike faith in and surrender to God's wisdom and control.

Judging Rightly

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0100

Judging Rightly

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st July 2024

Passage: Luke 7:36-50

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This message revolves around Jesus' encounter with a sinful woman, where he teaches about forgiveness and grace. The woman expresses her gratitude to Jesus, while Simon the Pharisee fails to understand the depth of forgiveness. Jesus uses a parable to emphasize the need for humility and dependence on God's grace. This understanding leads to compassion, joy, and a life of obedience. The narrative also explores the concept of debt paid in full and the cost of Jesus' sacrifice.

God Has Done It

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

God Has Done It

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 17th March 2024

Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Drawing Near to God Wisely

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Drawing Near to God Wisely

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st January 2024

True Wisdom's Benefits

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0100

True Wisdom's Benefits

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th July 2023

Passages:

Ecclesiastes 8:16-17
Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

Our Search for Meaning

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0100

Our Search for Meaning

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th July 2023

Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Pleasing God and Gaining Respect With Those Outside

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 08:30:00 +0000

Pleasing God and Gaining Respect With Those Outside

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th January 2023

Passage: 1 Thessalonians 3:11-4:12

Extravagant Grace

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 08:30:00 +0000

Extravagant Grace

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th November 2022

Passage: Luke 15:11-32

Know Mercy? Show Mercy!

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 16 Oct 2022 08:30:00 +0100

Know Mercy? Show Mercy!

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th October 2022

Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

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Message begins at 42:32

Trusting the God Who Sees You

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 21 Aug 2022 08:30:00 +0100

Trusting the God Who Sees You

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st August 2022

Passage: Genesis 16:1-15

Missing Jesus

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:30:00 +0100

Missing Jesus

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 24th April 2022

Passage: Mark 6:30-52

Everyday Gospel Encouragement

Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 08:30:00 +0000

Everyday Gospel Encouragement

Series: Miscellaneous

Preacher: Billy McKillop, Executive Pastor

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th January 2022

Passage: Ephesians 2:1-10