City Baptist Church Vancouver

God’s power is something that every believer needs in their life. In today’s message, we look at how we can get back to seeing God’s power in our lives through a familiar story in the life of Elisha. 2 Kings 6:6-7 And the man of God said, Where fell it? And he shewed him the place. And he cut down a stick, and cast it in thither; and the iron did swim. 7 Therefore said he, Take it up to thee. And...

This teaching series is all about people that God can use in an extraordinary way. In 2 Kings 5, we see the story of how God used a servant girl, to change a mans life forever. 2 Kings 5:2-3 And the Syrians had gone out by companies, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman’s wife. 3 And she said unto her mistress, Would God my lord were with t...

A temptation that many believers face is that we so easily resign ourselves to believing that God cannot use us any more. When the opposite is actually true, God wants to do great things with your life, however, we have to approach Him with a heart that desires His work. Not because of their own strength, or wealth, or ability, but because of Christ within us. Psalm 40:4 Blessed is that man that m...

As the mantle of leadership is passed from Elijah to Elisha. We see in Elisha’s response to God’s call, examples of how we can approach the will of God for our lives. When we surrender to His will, holding nothing back, that we can truly experience a greater eternal impact. 1 Kings 19:19 So he departed thence, and found Elisha the son of Shaphat, who was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen before him...

The showdown at Mt. Carmel was complete, the fire from heaven had fallen, the false prophets had been removed from Israel, and even the rain had returned by the miracle of God. You would think Elijah would be thrilled, but things were not perfect, and soon great discouragement came to his life. In today’s message, we look at encouragement when we are in a difficult place. 1 Kings 19:18 Yet I have...

As Israel continues to struggle with their commitment to the one true God. Through Elijah, God orchestrates a showdown on Mt. Carmel to prove once and for all that He is the one worthy of worship. As the people are confronted with this truth, their hearts are challenged to make a decision, either serve God, or serve the false idols they had been giving themselves too. 1 Kings 18:21 And Elijah came...

As we pick up from last week, we continue a new series at City Baptist Church about the life of Elijah and Elisha, ordinary people who God used in a remarkable way. In this weeks message, we continue the story of Elijah, and how God prepared him for service, through some trying and difficult circumstances. 1 Kings 17:23-24 And Elijah took the child, and brought him down out of the chamber into the...

In this first sermon of 2019 from City Baptist Church. We take a look at the first mention of the Prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 17, and how that before he became the mighty Prophet that we know and love, God had to take him to a place of total dependance. As we look to 2019, the challenge is that we would be a people who are completely dependent upon God, which will then open the door for Him to use u...

If you were asked what is the most important part about Christmas, you would more than likely say “worshipping Jesus.” But are you really worshipping Him? In today message, we will hear the second part of a familiar Christmas story how each of us can grow in our worship during the Christmas Season. Matthew 2:2 Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and ar...

If you were asked what is the most important part about Christmas, you would more than likely say “worshipping Jesus.” But are you really worshipping Him? In today message, we will see from a familiar Christmas story how each of us can grow in our worship during the Christmas Season. Matthew 2:2 Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worsh...

The Christmas season is a wonderful time of connection with family and friends. Yet in the middle of all the parties and family gatherings, it can be very easy to miss out on the spiritual importance of the season. In this new series at City Baptist Church, we will look at the simple truths of Christmas, and the personal impact the birth of Jesus can have in our lives. Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a chi...

A heart of thankfulness is at the core of a life of worship. In this final message of our series, Pastor Paul encourages us with a challenge to be a grateful church, that allows our heart of thankfulness to God make a sincere impact in our lives. 1 Chronicles 16:8 Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people.

Commitment to God and one another is an important aspect in the local church. Not only does it play out in our determination to live for God, but in the way that we view our involvement in what God is doing. In Acts 20, the Apostle Paul gives to the leaders from the church in Ephesus some reminders on God's desire for His people to remain faithful and committed, even in challenging times.   Acts 2...

Since the beginning, mankind has struggled with our desires to be elevated above each other. Yet when Jesus outlined His desires for believers, it included the aspect of putting others interests and needs above our own. As a local church, our desire is to see God glorified through our pursuit of serving one another.  Mark 9:35 And he sat down, and called the twelve, and saith unto them, If any man...

Unity is a key element to the forward movement of any church family. In week two of "This is Us", we see three elements of unity that are essential to any church that desires to make a lasting impact for the Lord. Philippians 1:27 Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in...

In a brand new series at City Baptist Church, we take a look at the core attributes of who we are as a local church. In week one, Pastor Paul encourages us with the idea that every person is an important, and necessary part of a thriving church family. 1 Corinthians 12:27-28 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. 28 And God hath set some in the church…