City Baptist Church - Weekly Sermons

Last Sunday's message is from our special Vision Sunday celebration. As we kick off a brand new year, Pastor Paul brought a powerful challenge. A new season brings new blessings, and we are reminded from the book of Acts to faithfully continue in the Word, community, communion, and prayer. God wants to do great things over this new year, and we must stay committed to His call.

At our special Christmas Celebration service, Pastor Paul brought an encouraging message on God’s gift of peace. For every trial we face, there is a promise of peace. But it is only through Jesus Christ that we can receive it. Whether relational peace with others or eternal peace with God - we are reminded this Christmas season that when we come to Jesus, only then can we receive the peace He offers His children.

Last Sunday's message gives us a helpful reminder as we enter the Christmas season! It is so easy to get wrapped up in the business of the holidays and miss out on the special work God wants to do in our hearts! Pastor Paul brings a challenge from God's Word to remind us that it is in the moments where we be still and remember why Jesus came, that we truly can understand what Christmas is all about.

The final message of our sermon series was a fitting conclusion. At the end of Joshua's ministry, he reminds the people of God's unfailing promises and gives them a powerful challenge - "will you serve the Lord?" Because Joshua's life was committed to this, it had a lasting effect on the Israelites. We cannot serve both Jesus and our worldly desires. In order to fully follow Him like Joshua, we need to whole heartedly be committed to the Lord and allow our lives to make a lasting difference in the hearts of others. Scripture: Joshua 23-24

Last Sunday's message sheds light on a powerful Word we must live by. In Joshua 14, we see how Caleb was fully committed to God and claimed His promises. This foundational belief in God's promises gave Him courage and truly renewed His mind. The promises of God still stand for us today! We must claim them over our lives, and whole heartedly be committed to His call. Scripture: Joshua 14

As we dive back into our sermon series on the book of Joshua, Pastor Paul brings a powerful reminder from chapter 7. The life of Achan reminds us of the seriousness of our sin. Our God is full of love and mercy, but He is equally holy and just. He does not take sin lightly and many times there is a consequence for an unrepentant heart. His love and justice truly work hand in hand. Because of this, we can always confess to the loving Father and claim His restoration and healing. Scripture: Joshua 7

The final message of Missions Month is brought by Pastor Josh Towns. From the book of 3 John, we are brought back to God's heart for world missions and reaching all with the Gospel. Not everyone is called by God to leave their homes to serve Him in a foreign land. But we can all do our part in sharing His love with those we interact with each day, and faithfully give of what we have so that others can reach those we never could. Scripture: 3 John 5-8

Our second message of Missions Month was brought by guest speaker Adam Pearlstein. From the life of Jonah, we are reminded that to answer the call of God requires faith. Our opinion of others means nothing in God's desire to see all come to know Him. His gift of love is extended to all, and He opens doors for His children to share that with those in need. We He calls, we must have the faith to answer with "yes".

Our Missions Month begins with a Word brought by guest speaker, Micah Bosworth. From 2 Timothy 3, we see that each and everyone of us is called by God to some kind of ministry. But this "ministry" is referring to our very lives! No matter our calling, our lives ought to point people to Jesus and glorify Him! We must continue to surrender every area to Him and just like Paul, stay faithful to the end. Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14

Pastor Paul brought a powerful truth as we continue our study in Joshua. The familiar story of Jericho gives us something to truly hold on to today. Every obstacle we face in our walk should be approached with a position of victory that is found only in Jesus. Just like Joshua, we need to have faith regardless of our current situation. By doing so, in His perfect timing He will bring the walls down. We need to claim His promises and watch Him overcome our Jericho!

Last Sunday's message was brought by Pastor Matt Farinella and gives us simple yet challenging truth from Exodus. God loves us exactly for who we are just as we are. But do we truly love Him for Who He is? Once we understand this, it changes everything.

Last Sunday's message reminds us that we must be a spiritually prepared people if we are going to glorify God and serve Him with joy. In Joshua chapter 5, we are reminded of God's covenant, goodness, and control of every situation the people faced. In our own lives before there is conquest, there must be consecration. Scripture: Joshua 5

In last weeks message, we received a reminder that brings a challenge and immeasurable hope! Joshua tells the people to "sanctify" themselves in preparation for the wonders that God would do. Many times we as God's people can hold back these blessings from ourselves. God wants to do great things in our hearts. Whether certain things must be removed from our lives, or we truly need to take a step of faith - Joshua reminds us to sanctify ourselves to the Lord, and be ready for what He will do. Scripture: Joshua 3:5

In last Sunday's message, we continue our study of Joshua with a n amazing event. Rahab the harlot was the most unlikely of individuals to be used by God. Her life is a powerful reminder that the Father can take the most broken situation, and turn it into something beautiful. No one is ever too far away to receive God's forgiveness. His redemptive grace can truly change us, and each day make us more like Him. Scripture: Joshua 2

As we start a new sermon series, we see some foundational truths as Joshua begins his ministry. As we pursue God's will, His presence gives us power. Just as Joshua followed God's Word, we must do the same and allow it to lead us to a life full of faith and obedience. Scripture: Joshua 1

Last Sunday's message is from our 5th Year Anniversary Celebration. Guest speaker Pastor Ryan Thompson brings a powerful message from the book of Acts on the original church. The blueprint is simple - the Person is Jesus, it's priority is the gospel, and it's power is the Holy Spirit. As we faithfully serve Him, we must hold onto the promise of His soon return.

For our final message on our study in the Book of James, we are given some encouraging reminders for when certain difficulties come our way in the journey. In our times of suffering and sickness, we should turn to God in prayer - and when a brother in Christ strays away, we must reach out in love and strive to restore those in need. Scripture: James 5:12-20

In today's message we are reminded on the importance of patience. No matter the circumstance, test, or whatever situation we find ourselves in - James reminds us to wait on the Lord and deeply trust His perfect timing in all things. God wants His children be people of patience, knowing the Father's will is best. Scripture: James 5:7-9

Today's message was one that brings a special truth for each and every one of us. Money is not evil - but when the accumulation of wealth and prosperity becomes our main focus, it takes the rightful place of God in our hearts. Jame's reminds us our hearts can easily be corrupted by riches. We need to practice Biblical stewardship and have a heart ready to give back to God and to those in need. Scripture: James 5:1-6

Last Sunday's message is brought by Pastor Dennis Fountain and gives a powerful truth from the life of Shamgar. There's no room for excuses when it comes to serving God. All He asks for is a surrendered spirit and heart full of faith. It is then when He can truly use us and display His power in our lives! No more excuses. Key Scripture: Judges 3:31