Sermons from City Centre Church

Pastor Deric delivered another timely and challenging message this Sunday as we continued our Generous Living series. The message, “Robbing God (Generosity Opens Windows of Heaven)”, is based on Malachi 3:6–12 and reminds us that generosity opens the windows of heaven. In this message, we are reminded that God is generous in every way: Generous in His mercy — v. 6 Generous in His invitation — v. 7...

This past Sunday, Pastor Deric delivered a message titled “Riches and Honour Come from the Lord”, based on 1 Chronicles 29:10–20. Through this sermon, we were reminded that everything we possess is ultimately rooted in God’s gracious rule and purposeful design. The message unfolded through five key truths: • God is the owner of everything (vv. 10–11) • God is the distributor of all wealth and hono...

Pastor Deric launches our new sermon series, Generous Living, with a powerful and inspiring message titled “More Than Enough!” 📖 Text: Exodus 35–36 In this message, we learn that biblical generosity is not about obligation, but about the posture of the heart. As God’s people responded to His work with overflowing generosity, we are reminded that true giving flows from devotion to the Lord. Key Ta...

Last Sunday marked the final Sunday of 2025, and Pastor Bryan delivered a thoughtful and inspiring message titled “ The Revelation of God’s Mission ,” based on Luke 4:16–21. This message highlights Jesus’ declaration of His mission and the heart of the gospel as revealed in Scripture. Key Themes: • Grace for the Poor (Luke 4:18a) • Freedom for the Captive (Luke 4:18b) • Favor before Judgment (Luke...

4th Sunday of Advent | A Revelation of HOPE Scripture: Luke 2:1–20 In this special 4th Sunday of Advent message, Pastor Deric walks us through Luke 2:1–20 and reveals how the birth of Jesus brings true and lasting hope to a broken world. ✨ Key truths from the message: • Hope is secure in turbulent times (vv. 1–7) • Hope is sent from heaven (vv. 8–18) • Hope is absorbed in the human heart (vv. 19–...

We were in the 2nd Sunday of Advent and continued our Advent Series, “The Great Revelation of Christmas.” This week’s message, “The Revelation of God’s Grace,” was based on Colossians 1:13–20. In this sermon, we learned that: 1. Christmas revealed God’s grace. 2. Christmas was a celebration of the supremacy of Jesus Christ. Thank you for joining us as we reflected on the beauty, power, and truth o...

✨ The Great Revelation of Christmas ✨ This week, Pastor Deric launched our Christmas series with a powerful message from John 1:1–5 & 10–18 titled “The Revelation of the Invisible God.” In this message, we learned how Christmas was far more than a season—it was God’s astonishing unveiling of Himself to the world: ❶ Christmas was the GREAT revelation of all time ❷ Christmas was the COMPLETE r...

Pastor Deric delivered a powerful and timely message ✨ Acts 16:16–34 – God in Our Prison ✨ No matter what chains we face—fear, uncertainty, hardship—God meets us right in the middle of our “prison.” This passage reminds us that faith flourishes not in comfort, but in surrender. From the example of Paul and Silas, we’re encouraged to live out three life-changing truths: 🔥 Always ready to serve t...

The sermon last Sunday, November 16, was truly uplifting and encouraging. Pastor Deric shared a powerful message from Daniel 3 titled “God in the Fire.” Here are the key takeaways: Faith is tested in every generation (Daniel 3:1–7) Faith clashes with the world (Daniel 3:8–23) God’s presence in the fire is the miracle that sustains His people (Daniel 3:24–27) Be encouraged—no matter the flames we f...

Last Sunday, Pastor Deric shared a truly uplifting message titled “The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength” from Nehemiah 8:10. It was a powerful reminder that true joy isn’t found in our circumstances, but in the presence and promises of God. Through this message, we were encouraged to: 🌿 Understand the deep roots of joy 💖 Find the epicenter of joy 🎁 Receive the gift of everlasting joy No matter wh...

In a world that often feels heavy, Pastor Rick Buck brings a refreshing and hope-filled message titled “A Persevering Faith,” based on Hebrews 12:1–3. Be encouraged to keep running the race with your eyes fixed on Jesus.

Another powerful message from Pastor Deric last Sunday, October 26! 🙌 Title: “The God of All Comfort” Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3–11 Discover how God meets us in our pain and turns our trials into testimonies of His faithfulness: 💧 He comforts us (vv. 4–5) 🤝 We comfort others (vv. 6–11) ✝️ The Gospel comforts us (vv. 9–10) Be encouraged and reminded that no matter what you face, God is the sou...

Last Sunday’s Message | Strength in Our Suffering: “We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight” (2 Corinthians 5:1–21) In this week’s message, Pastor Deric continued our series Strength in Our Suffering, teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:1–21 on what it truly means to live by faith, not by sight. Message Highlights: By faith, we see the eternal home of all believers (vv. 1–9) By faith, we see the coming day of ju...

Last Sunday’s Message Pastor Bryan delivered a powerful message titled “Good is the Lord, Good is the Wait” from Lamentations 3:22–27 — a timely reminder that even in seasons of waiting, God’s goodness never fails. If you missed it, take a moment to listen and be encouraged!

A Flourishing City | Pastor Bryan 📖 Jeremiah 29:4–7 In this inspiring message, Pastor Bryan shares how God calls His people to live faithfully, build strong families, and seek the flourishing of the city where He has placed them. Message Points: Faithful to God’s Call (v.4) Foundation of the Family (v.5–6) Flourishing for the City (v.7) Be encouraged to live out God’s purpose wherever you are pla...

Last Sunday, Pastor Bryan shared a powerful and hope-filled message, “Jesus in Our Suffering” from Hebrews 4:14–16. In times of pain, uncertainty, or weakness, this passage reminds us that we are never alone. ✨ Message Highlights: 1️⃣ Jesus Our High Priest (v.14) – He represents us before the Father. 2️⃣ Jesus Who Sympathizes (v.15) – He knows and understands our struggles. 3️⃣ Jesus Our Confiden...

Last Sunday, September 21, Pastor Bryan shared a powerful message titled “Rejoicing in Our Suffering” from 1 Peter 1:6-9. Message Points: 1️⃣ Joy in the Fire 2️⃣ Joy in the Savior Be encouraged as we discover how God calls us to rejoice even in seasons of trials, knowing our faith is being refined and our hope secured in Christ.

Are you walking through a season of difficulty and wondering where to find hope? This past Sunday, Pastor Bryan shared an uplifting message titled “His Promise in Our Suffering” from 2 Corinthians 5:1–10. Through this passage, we’re reminded of: 1. Our Reality Now (verses 1–4) 2. Our Reassurance Now (verses 5–8) 3. Our Reason Now (verses 9–10) No matter what you’re facing, God’s promises are true,...

🙌 Encouraged in Suffering | Hebrews 12:1–13 Last Sunday (September 7, 2025), Pastor Deric delivered a powerful and timely message: “Encouraged in Suffering.” Hebrews 12 reminds us that trials are not the end of the story — they are part of God’s training ground for His children. ✨ In this message, you’ll discover how to: 1️⃣ Find strength by remembering your place in God’s story (v. 1) 2️⃣ Stay...

On Sunday, August 31, Pastor Deric shared a powerful message from 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 – Community in Our Suffering. 1. We are the Body of Christ (vv. 12–14) 2. We share equal responsibility in the church (vv. 15–24) 3. We bear each other’s burdens and blessings (vv. 25–27) Discover how God calls us to live in unity, support one another, and reflect Christ’s love as His body, the Church.

On Sunday, August 24, Pastor Deric shared a powerful message titled “Joy in Our Trials” from James 1:1–18. This message reminds us that even in the hardest seasons, God is working in us and through us. Key points: ✨ JOY in our trials (vv. 2–3) – Choose joy by renewing your mind 🌱 FOCUS ON RENEWING your mind (vv. 4–11) – Keep growing in the Lord 🌸 BE BLESSED in the promises of God (v. 12) – Stan...

This past Sunday, August 17, we explored one of the most powerful passages in Scripture—Romans 8:31–39—with the message: “All You Need!” No matter what you’re facing, God has already given you everything you need in Him: He is All You Need (v. 31) Jesus is All You Need (vv. 32–34) His Love is All You Need (vv. 35–39) If you’ve ever wondered whether God is truly for you, or if His love can withstan...

This Past Sunday — Waiting in Hope  August 10, 2025  Pastor Deric Bartlett  Romans 8:18–30 Life is full of challenges, but the Apostle Paul reminds us that our present struggles are nothing compared to the glory that’s coming. In this inspiring message, Pastor Deric unpacks the hope we have in Christ—hope that transforms our perspective on the future, shapes how we see the world, and sustains us i...

This past Sunday, Pastor Deric preached from 2 Corinthians 4:7–18, continuing our series, "Strength in Our Suffering." Study Notes  1. We have a great treasure (v. 7-9) 2. We have Jesus (v. 10-13) 3. We have each other (v. 14-15) 4. We have forever (v. 16 – 18)

This week, Pastor Deric continues our inspiring series "Strength in Our Suffering" with a powerful message titled "God's Presence in Our Suffering" based on Psalm 16. In this encouraging sermon, we are reminded that no matter the trial, God’s presence brings peace, purpose, and hope. 📝 Study Notes: His place in my life is unprecedented (v. 1–2) His friends are my friends (v. 3–4) His presence com...