City Rev Church

Most Christians would acknowledge that as they are following Jesus, the intended result is that they become more like him. But often the most repelling factor for our society is how unlike Jesus, Christians can be. Why is that? And what should you do if that has turned you away? We talk about that in Part 2 of Faith and Logic, “When Christians Don’t Look Like Christ.”

The central core of the message of Jesus fundamentally hangs in the balance on the question of one historical moment. This must be addressed and confronted primarily, if someone is going to consider Jesus. Did Jesus Christ die and rise again from the dead? That is one of the most unbelievable claims in history. But what if there is logical reason to put faith in that claim?

It doesn’t solve much to deal with just symptoms and never go to the cause of a problem. Genesis 3 reveals the source of all the struggle for superiority in the history of the world. That struggle has led to all kinds of evils and oppressions. In all of its complex and varied forms, the root is the same. There is only one thing that can cure the source.

We’ve been talking about the idea that every human being is made in the image of God. That means every human life matters and has inherent value in the sight of God. In our broken and fractured world, people are often devalued and overlooked. The Bible repeatedly identities orphans as a group that is particularly vulnerable to mistreatment and injustice. The good news is that God has a plan for ho...

As God’s image bearer you have tremendous worth and value. God looks at you and says you have radical worth and value simply because you bear my image. This means our value is not contingent on secondary things and as Gods image bearer you represent him and his purposes in the world. What would it look like if in our neighborhoods and family’s if they reflected the Kingdom of God and His image?

Imagine what our world would look like if Christians who followed Jesus would not fall under the illusion of whichever cultural voice we're listening to. Imagine if we didn't fall prey to that view and vision of what it means to be a man and a woman, that there are no differences. That it's all culturally constructed. Imagine what it would look like if we rose up and we actually express Christ’s l...

Every human life is precious. God tells us that He made us in His image. This week hear the compelling story of a woman who is giving her life to save as many lives as she can.

All humans are made in the image of God. Scripture makes this clear. Yet, because this image is greatly distorted by sin, each person’s expression of God’s image to others is also distorted. But if we dig deep into scripture and seek the heart of our creator we find the kind of clarity and hope that not even a fairy tell ending could offer. Our identity is made perfect in Him…

It’s a new year. No telling what’s coming this year. We all have high hopes, but are preparing ourselves to be ready for anything. There is one thing we must do so that we can withstand whatever may come.

The most dangerous vice to your soul according to the Bible is pride. It destroys relationships, it blinds your judgment, and it fuels your anger. King Uzziah’s life was destroyed because in his success he grew proud. His story shows us the way to be delivered from it.

Regardless of your faith background, their is something instinctual about turning to a higher power when we face challenges or loss. In fact, many people have come to faith in Jesus after hitting what they describe as rock bottom. But what about when life is smooth and things are great? What do we do when we experience success and influence? In 2 Chronicles 26, we find out that there’s an often hi...

Before my kids turned 1, they cared more about the wrapping paper, than the gift inside. But as adults we can do the same thing. What are we looking to get out of Christmas this year? The wrapping or the gift. Only the true gift of Christmas can give us hope. Find hope this Christmas.

In your life right now, is there something you are feeling compelled to do that is scary? Maybe it is taking a new step. Maybe it is doing the right thing, even though it is hard. Maybe it is facing something or someone that is difficult. A courageous person is not someone with steel nerves who feels no fear. That is a numb person. Courage is moving forward despite fear. To move forward in life, c...

Worry is the tension we feel when we realize we do not have control. Typically, our reflex is to fight to regain control. Naturally we think that in doing that, we will find relief from worry. But usually that is impossible or just doesn’t help. So what if there is another solution altogether? One part of the Christmas story shows us how to escape from worry.

Shame is when our mess ups are out in the open for all to see. It is when our mistakes change people’s view of us. We avoid shame by hiding our weaknesses. But what if there is someone who knows you better than you think, and at the same time loves you more than you know? There is.

Our society is at one of the most contentious, combatitize and polarized states in recent memory. People are angry and fearful. This bleak backdrop is an opportunity for the brilliance of the gospel to dazzle the heart of our city. More than ever this is a moment when the Church of South Florida - made up of people of different backgrounds economically, ethnically, and politically - show that we r...

The message at the heart of the Bible is described as news--Good News at that! The Old and New Testaments proclaim a divine announcement that we must respond to. For those who follow Jesus, we’re called to live in light of this news and to spread it to the ends of the earth.

Often in the Christian faith, we remind ourselves of the things that we know are bad, that we need to eradicate out of our lives. But there are a few things that look and feel right, but are deceptive. This weekend we are talking about one of those things. It is a trojan horse the enemy attempts to sneak into our lives to take us captive. This is how to be free.

What does it take for the world to stop and be amazed? What would it require for the world to say something like, “we’ve never seen anything like this before…”? The passage we are looking at this week tells us. It takes uncommon, unwarranted, totally self-sacrificing demonstrations of love. Will we do it?

In a time of deep uncertainty, here is a breath of fresh air. In this part of the Bible, hear what Jesus prayed about you. Find renewed life down into your soul when you hear who Jesus says you are...

Think about the concept of a resume for a moment. It’s a document we put together in order to showcase our accomplishments, experience, and skills in the hopes of proving ourselves to a potential employer. Without realizing it, many of us live our lives as though we are constantly working on our resumes. Our lives can become dominated by the pursuit of proving ourselves and looking for ways to sho...

Have you ever missed out on an event or opportunity answer left with deep regret? That is a feeling we can go to great lengths to avoid. The fear of missing out is a real struggle. Ironically it actually leads to missing out on things right in front of us. Of all things to not miss out on, there is one key component to life that we cannot miss out on. Here’s how to not miss out...

What if no matter how crazy insane everyone else was around you, you had a calm confident smile across your face? What if no matter how angry, anxious and combative people got, you felt like nothing could threaten your peace? The Bible tells us how to get that. Here’s how...

Virtually every person on the globe would agree that 2020 has been disruptive. Our lives have looked very different for months. It’s doubtful that anyone will forget this year. But what will we take with us? How will we be stronger? How will we be wiser? What a tragedy it would be to walk out of this season without considering what God wants us to learn. Let’s talk about a few of those things.

It’s one of those things we all do even though we know we probably shouldn’t be doing it. Comparison is a lose / lose situation. It will either inflate your pride or deepen your insecurities. In inviting us to follow him, Jesus shows us the way out of comparison.