City Rev Church

As our nation marks its 250th anniversary, Pastor Robey Barnes invites us to reflect through the lens of Psalm 122. In this standalone message, The Beautiful: A Better Kingdom, we discover that while we can celebrate our country’s history and pray for its flourishing, our ultimate hope and allegiance belong to the Kingdom of God. Learn what it means to pursue true shalom, seek the peace of our com...

In this week’s Summer Stories message, Pastor Josh Slautterback explores Jesus’ Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14–30 and reminds us that God has entrusted each of us with unique gifts, opportunities, and resources. Rather than measuring success by comparison or achievement, Jesus calls us to be faithful stewards of what we’ve been given. This message challenges us to move beyond fear, invest...

In this week’s Summer Stories message, Pastor Craig Stephens explores Jesus’ Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1–13 and what it means to live with an expectant faith. Through the imagery of lamps and oil, Jesus teaches that spiritual readiness cannot be borrowed or postponed—it must be cultivated through a personal relationship with Him. As we wait for Christ’s return, we are called to rema...

In this week’s Summer Stories message, Jeremy Agosto unpacks Jesus’ parable of the lost sheep in Matthew 18:10–15, revealing the heart of a Shepherd who refuses to give up on those who wander. Through this powerful story, we discover how much God values every person, why compassion must replace contempt, and how followers of Jesus are called to join Him in pursuing the lost. Whether you’re feeling...

In Week 3 of Summer Stories, Pastor Craig Stephens explores Jesus’ parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Value from Matthew 13:44–46. Through these powerful stories, Jesus reveals that the Kingdom of Heaven is of immeasurable worth. Whether you discover it unexpectedly or spend your life searching for it, the treasure of Christ surpasses everything this world has to offer. This me...

In this message from our Summer Stories series, Pastor Robey explores Jesus’ parables of the mustard seed and the leaven in Matthew 13:31–33. These simple illustrations reveal a powerful truth about the Kingdom of God: it often begins in small, overlooked ways but grows to have an extraordinary impact. Discover what it means to live under the reign of King Jesus, why believers should reject pessim...

In this week's message from the Summer Stories series, Pastor Josh Slautterback dives into the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13, using the memorable story of a Venice pigeon tourist trap to bring Jesus' teaching to life. Pastor Josh walks through the four types of soil — hardened, rocky, thorny, and good — and challenges us to examine what kind of heart we're bringing to God's Word. Are we letti...

What does it look like to build a church that impacts future generations? In this powerful message from Pastor Robey Barnes at City Rev Church, the vision behind One Generation comes to life through Psalm 48, reminding us that we are called to carry the presence of God into our city as “living stones.” From celebrating the largest family dedication in City Rev history to sharing updates on the fut...

In this message from our Something Real series, Pastor Robey unpacks the immeasurable greatness of God’s power found in Ephesians 1:15–23. Through the power of the cross, the resurrection, and the ascension, we see that Jesus didn’t just save us from sin—He raised us into new life and seated us with Him in authority. This message challenges us to stop living with a powerless faith and begin prayin...

In this message from our Something Real series, Pastor Robey walks through Ephesians 1 and reminds us that what we have in Christ isn’t temporary—it’s secure. Through Jesus, we’ve been given an inheritance, and through the Holy Spirit, we’ve been sealed and marked as God’s own. This isn’t just theology—it’s personal. The Spirit is our guarantee, a real and present experience of what’s to come. If...

In this message from Something Real, Pastor Robey walks through Ephesians 1:7–10, revealing the power of the gospel as a story of redemption. We were once trapped in sin, but through Jesus—our ransom—we’ve been forgiven, made new, and brought back to life by grace, not works. This sermon unpacks God’s greater plan, showing how everything in history is being brought together in Christ. Through powe...

In Week 2 of Something Real, Pastor Robey unpacks Ephesians 1:3–7 to reveal that the spiritual blessings we have in Christ aren’t distant or abstract—they’re real, present, and meant to be lived out today. From being chosen for holiness, to adopted as sons and daughters, to redeemed through the blood of Jesus, this message reframes our identity and reminds us of the freedom we already have. Challe...

What does it actually mean to be a “saint”—and where does your identity really come from? In the first message of our Something Real series, Pastor Robey Barnes walks through Ephesians 1 to show that our identity isn’t something we earn through performance, but something we receive by grace through Jesus. In a world full of pressure to prove yourself, this message invites you to stop chasing appro...

In this Easter message, Pastor Robey Barnes unpacks the life-changing reality of the resurrection and what it means for us today. As we step into the story of the empty tomb, we’re reminded that Easter isn’t just something that happened—it’s something that still changes everything. The same power that rolled the stone away is still at work, meeting us in the middle of our struggles, fears, and the...

In this Good Friday message, Pastor Robey Barnes leads City Rev Church through a powerful and reflective journey of Jesus’ final moments—from the surrender in the Garden of Gethsemane to the trial before Pilate and ultimately the crucifixion. This isn’t a typical celebration service; it’s an invitation to slow down and sit in the weight of what Jesus truly endured. As the contrast unfolds between...

In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Robey Barnes unpacks Jesus’ powerful response to a carefully crafted trap: “Render to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” What starts as a political question quickly turns into a deeper, more personal challenge about allegiance. Jesus shifts the focus from coins and government to something far greater—our lives. If a coin bears Caesar’s image, it...

In the first message of The Villains series, Pastor Josh Slautterback explores Mark 3:1–6 and the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees over healing on the Sabbath. While the religious leaders carefully watched for a reason to accuse Him, Jesus exposed the deeper issue—the hardness of their hearts. Instead of seeing a man in need, they saw a rule being threatened. Through this powerful mom...

In the first message of The Villains series, Pastor Josh Slautterback explores Mark 3:1–6 and the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees over healing on the Sabbath. While the religious leaders carefully watched for a reason to accuse Him, Jesus exposed the deeper issue—the hardness of their hearts. Instead of seeing a man in need, they saw a rule being threatened. Through this powerful mom...

In this message from The Epic of the City, Pastor Robey Barnes looks at Israel’s exile to Babylon and reveals how God used what seemed like defeat to accomplish His greater purpose. Rather than simply surviving in a foreign land, God called His people to settle in, build lives, and seek the Shalom—the peace and flourishing—of the city where they had been sent. In the same way, followers of Jesus t...

In The Epic of the City, Part 3, Pastor Robey Barnes walks through the story of King Hezekiah in 2 Kings 18, highlighting both his righteousness and his regret. Though God used Hezekiah to bring reform, defeat the Assyrians, and even miraculously heal him, a subtle but costly mistake followed—he exposed his treasures to Babylon and chose personal peace over generational faithfulness. Through this...

In Part 2 of The Epic of the City, we explore one of the most powerful themes in Scripture: the battle between pride and humility. Using the unforgettable story of Larry’s lawn chair flight — a man who tried to soar 16,000 feet with weather balloons — this sermon illustrates the danger of self-elevation and the consequences of building our lives on our own glory. From Babylon to Jerusalem, the Bib...

In the opening message of The Epic of the City, Pastor Robey Barnes takes us back to Genesis to look at the Tower of Babel and the human tendency to build our lives around making a name for ourselves. He contrasts that story with Abraham’s encounter with Melchizedek, showing how true worship isn’t about self-promotion, but about lifting up God and serving others. The message reminds us that everyo...

In At the Well, Part 3, Pastor Craig Stephens explores a powerful pattern that shows up again and again in Scripture: a man meets a woman at a well, and a union is formed. From Isaac to Jacob to Moses, these stories point toward marriage and covenant—but then Jesus steps into the story and changes everything. When He meets the Samaritan woman at the well, the pattern takes a surprising turn, revea...

In At The Well, Part 2, Pastor Robey Barnes continues the story of Isaac and Rebekah in Genesis 24, challenging the way our culture defines compatibility in marriage. Instead of finding someone who fits a fixed version of ourselves, Scripture points us to a deeper truth: real compatibility is formed when two people fix their eyes on God and allow Him to transform them. Through honest stories from...

What if forgiveness is the key to the freedom you’ve been praying for? In this message from the book of Philemon, Pastor Robey Barnes walks through a powerful and often overlooked letter that challenges how we hold onto hurt, debt, and broken relationships. Through personal stories and Paul’s appeal to forgive and reconcile, we’re reminded that freedom in Christ isn’t just about what He’s done for...