City Bible Church: Weekly Sermons

If you live for Christ, there will be pressure from the world. Acceptance by God, results in rejection from the world. Are you willing to be a Kingdom Citizen, even if it comes with a cost on this side of glory? 1. The Citizen's Rejection 2. The Citizen's Reaction

Kingdom citizens are merciful, pure in heart, and peacemakers. 1. Blessed are the merciful (v.7) 2. Blessed are the pure in heart (v.8) 3. Blessed are the peacemakers (v.9) As Christians we are blessed. He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, will He not freely give us all things in Him? As blessed kingdom citizens, may we make these traits/qualities a priority in our lives.

What does it mean to be truly blessed? We unpack two more beatitudes: 1. Blessed are the meek (v.5) 2. Blessed are those who hunger & thirst for righteousness (v.6) As Christians we are blessed. He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, will He not freely give us all things in Him? As blessed kingdom citizens, may we make these traits/qualities a priority in our lives.

What does it mean to be truly blessed? Jesus gives us two, out of eight, beatitudes: 1. Blessed are the poor in spirit 2. Blessed are those who mourn Jesus welcomes those who are spiritually bankrupt into His Kingdom.

Introducing the "Greatest Sermon Ever Preached" (Sermon on the Mount), by unpacking 3 tips on how to listen well in the weeks to come. 3 Ways to be a good Sermon on the Mount listener: 1. Learn about the Preacher 2. Listen as a Kingdom Citizen 3. Live like a Kingdom Citizen

"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen." Four Qualities/Habits of a Powerful Christian 1. Relying on Prayer 2. Strengthened with Power 3. Rooted in Love 4. Expecting Great Things

What does the future hold? How will it all end? Psalm 2 gives us a four act play of the establishment of God’s Kingdom in Jesus Christ. Christian, rest assure in what God has in store, "Make Way for the King!" 1. The Revolt on Earth (v.1-3) 2. The Response in Heaven (v.4-6) 3. The Reign of the King (v.7-9) 4. The Response of the Wise (v.10-12)

From... Despair to joy Unbelief to faith Doubt to assurance Desperation to peace Uncertainty to confidence At the center of this before and after… The Risen Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ. Let’s spend some time with the Risen Savior on a 7 mile walk to Emmaus. Three scenes and three takeaways for this Resurrection Sunday. Three Scenes: 1. Scene 1 (v.1-12) 2. Scene 2 (v.13-35) 3. Scene 3 (v.36-53) Thr...

Psalm 22 brings us to the foot of the cross and shows us in vivid detail our Savior’s dying love for us. Let’s behold this wonderful mystery in two halves. 1. The Dark Cloud of Judgement 2. The Bright Blaze of Victory

What brings comfort to God's people? Beholding the majesty of their God. 1. His Glorious Might 2. His Glorious Wisdom 3. His Glorious Holiness 4. His Glorious Grace

God used His own name to encourage His people to trust in His promises. 1. The Great I Am 2. The Great I Will

As we conclude our series in Ecclesiastes, what'd you learn in the last few months? 1. You should have received wise insight 2. You should have been changed by this insight 3. You should have the purpose of your life

5 Year Anniversary. Guest Speaker: Mark Zhakevich

In light of life's risks, do we become paralyzed by fear or step out in faith? 1. Life is risky 2. Paralyzed by fear 3. Step out in faith

Wise advice for skillful living. As Christians we are to pity the fool, not be the fool. So we learn how to pursue wisdom. 1. Wisdom is powerful, but not pursued 2. Folly is common, but catastrophic

How do we ensure that we live life to the fullest? 1. Remember the one thing that is certain 2. Make the most of God's gifts 3. Embrace life's uncertainties

“The greatest need of the hour is a revived and joyful Church… Unhappy Christians are, to say the least, a poor recommendation of the Christian faith.” Martyn Lloyd Jones Are you a happy Christian? 3 points to help us not be robbed of joy in confusing and frustrating times. 1. I Fight Confusion With Trust 2. I See With Spiritual Eyes 3. I Enjoy God's Gifts

When government is flawed, how does the Christian live wisely? 1. Humility 2. Honor 3. Hope

Wisdom to guard your steps in this new year. 1. Wisdom Can Guard You From Two Extremes 2. Wisdom Can Guard You From Foolish Living 3. Wisdom Can Guard You From Sin’s Trap

This passage offers how we can live well during our few and passing days on this earth. Solomon makes a series of “better than” comparisons to reveal that we can choose great over good in the midst of certain limitations in this life. Let's look at four gems of essential wisdom to make 2021 better: 1. Choose trust over control 2. Invite death, instead of ignoring it 3. Be more excited about correc...

Advent 2020

Let's remember the importance of Christmas with these 3 reminders from Matthew 1:1-25: 1. Christmas Reminds Us of God’s Perfect Control 2. Christmas Reminds Us of God’s Perfect Grace 3. Christmas Reminds Us of God’s Perfect Trustworthiness

Two realities we struggle with. One gift God supernaturally gives to us. 1. We naturally crave that which cannot Satisfy 2. We naturally worship false gods 3. God supernaturally gives his gift of contentment