City Bible Church: Weekly Sermons

What does it mean that we are ambassadors for Christ and ministers of reconciliation? How does recognizing God's love towards us in salvation compel us to speak about the love of God to others, imploring them towards trusting in Christ?

How do the realities of the resurrection lead to the death of casual and haphazard Christianity? How does resurrection hope lead to risky living for the Lord? Radical surrender  Radical sacrifice  Radical suffering  Radical separation  Radical sanctification 

What are the unsearchable riches that belong to the believer? What is the power that is available to the believer in Christ?

How does Jesus’ resurrection guarantee our own future resurrection? How does believing in the future earthly reign of Christ affect the way we live today?  Your Future Resurrection  Your Future Kingdom 

What are the reasons why we at times can be opposed to seeking and saving the lost? How do we see the compassion and love of God displayed in His pursuit of sinners and how should this affect how we think about our love towards sinners? 1) All Heaven is excited about seeking and saving the lost 2) All the angels are excited about seeking and saving the lost 3) God is excited about seeking and savi...

What we have here is the golden chain of damnation, what if death wins and Jesus doesn’t rise from the dead? 7 Consequences of Jesus not rising from the dead: Jesus is still in the Tomb Preaching is a Waste of Time Your Faith is Useless Christians are Liars You’re still in your Sins There is Resting in Peace We’re the Most Pitied People on Earth But praise be to God, because death has not won and...

As we examine this passage of Scripture, we see what compelled and empowered Paul to carry out his ministry for the Lord Jesus Christ - a profound and deeply rooted understanding of grace. -Past Grace -Present Grace -Future Grace

Stand firm. Never move on. Never drift from the most important message ever declared—the Gospel. We are all prone to drift away from the Gospel in various ways. So as we behold the Resurrection and the Gospel in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, we must do the following to stay rooted in this most glorious truth: 1. Consider What Is at Stake 2. Consider the Facts 3. Confidently Trust

What is the singular pursuit that defines the Christian life? How does the Christian's pursuit fundamentally change how we run the race in the present?

When suffering befalls the seemingly righteous, how is one still able to bless the Lord? How can the believer face suffering and trials and still praise God in the midst of their pain?

How do we see the faithfulness of God displayed even in the midst of the exile of God's covenant people? How is it that our faithful God can be trusted even when our circumstances lead us to believe the opposite? 

Why is the mind necessary for edifying worship? How is zealous ignorance in worship actually destructive to others in the church? 1. Revelation must engage the mind to encourage the believer 2. Revelation must engage the mind to evangelize the non-believer

What sets the gift of prophecy apart from other signs and revelatory gifts? Why is it crucial for the believer to prioritize God's revelation in their life? How does prioritizing revelation over personal experience benefit the church body? 1. Prioritize Revelation 2. Prioritize Clarity 3. Prioritize Building Up

Why should God’s perfect holiness matter to Christians today? What are some of the severe consequences that may occur when we don’t take God’s holiness seriously?  1. Consider the seriousness of worship 2. Consider the charge of service 3. Consider the privilege of worship 

What anchors the doubting soul when our faith begins to waver? How can our faith find a resting place in seasons of doubt and difficulty in the person the Risen Lord Jesus?

How is it that hearing the familiar voice of the Savior leads someone from a state of despair to a state of worship and adoration? How does the work of Christ lead to our inclusion into the family of God?

What does the Apostle John have to show us about the unique exclusivity of the work of the Son of God on the cross? Why does this matter for us? Why should we be found sitting at the foot of the cross?

It's been said that heaven is a world of love. How does the reality of love enduring into eternity affect believers today?

At what point do you call it quits on love? What are the situations that tempt you to say “I’m done” with loving others? The Apostle Paul here outlines for us what an enduring and hopefully love looks like. 1. Love is not an accountant  2. Love is a friend of truth  3. Love must press on 

How is it that a single question can change someone's life? How is it that such marvelous mercy can be met with obstinate indifference? Why is Jesus the god-man the only one who can say to this woman and to you today "Go in peace"? Come unto Jesus, because you’ve heard of His greatness Come unto Jesus, because no one can stop you Come unto Jesus, because he alone is worthy of your loving worship C...

While discussing the positives of a concept is more palatable to many than discussing the negatives, at times it is crucial to consider seriously what something is not in order that we can then truly come to appreciate what it is. It is here that we consider the Apostle Paul's instruction to the Corinthians as to what love is not in order that we might then more fully appreciate what true biblical...

We live in a world that speaks of love in countless and abstract ways yet in ways that are void of any true substance and meaning. So where do we derive a biblical understanding of love? In 1 Corinthians 13 the Apostle Paul outlines for us what true biblical love looks like and what it is not. 

What happens when God's appointed shepherds fail to shepherd the flock and instead serve themselves? What words does God have towards these failed and wicked shepherds? Though these are condemning words, the indictment of these failed shepherds give way to the hope of the promise that God will one day appoint a good and perfect shepherd over His people, the Lord Jesus Christ.

How is it that one can use spiritual gifts in the church and not be a benefit to others? How is it possible that one can actually be a burden if they lack this one crucial element? Why should love be the highest priority when using spiritual gifts? 1. Without love speech is a nuisance 2. Without love knowledge is meaningless 3. Without love your sacrifice is worthless