What do Christians mean when they say, "Come, Lord Jesus"? At Christmas we celebrate how Christ came into the world as a child and gave up His power and position in heaven to save us. But there is another coming of Christ which the Bible speaks about. Andrew speaks on what this means, how we should view the second coming, and how we can long for Hi…

Pastor Brian highlights the ever-present and faithful nature of God. Drawing from Ezekiel 48:35, he reminds us that God's presence is constant, even when we focus on problems rather than the Problem Solver. Through Psalm 139, we are assured that God is with us in our darkest doubts and furthest wanderings. Pastor Brian also reflects on Jehovah El R…

Pastor Tony's message emphasizes the unwavering faithfulness of God and His provision in every circumstance, as seen in Abraham’s obedience in Genesis 22. Through the testing of Abraham, God revealed Himself as Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord who provides, demonstrating that trust in God’s promises brings blessing and multiplication. Pastor Tony highlights…

Seven hundred and fifty years before Jesus' birth, God promised He would send a saviour into the world through a virgin. In the first century Roman world in Bethlehem, this promise was fulfilled. Mike Grechko explores the context and importance of Jesus' birth and how His incarnation makes Him our Saviour and King.…

Bishop Mitchell Corder shows us scriptures that reveal the multifaceted nature of God as Creator, Restorer, and Personal God. As Elohim, He is the all-powerful Creator who brought the universe into existence out of nothing (Genesis 1:1; Hebrews 11:3), and the Restorer who transformed the formless and empty earth into a place of beauty and order (Ge…

Justice is not only about righting wrongs, but most importantly it is about the restoration and uplifting of relationships. God is calling every believer to seek and show justice in this broken world, so that all may see a glimpse into His Kingdom. Paulos shows how God loves justice and why it should be the mission of each Christian to pursue justi…

As we conclude our series ‘Matters of The Heart’ and enter into Thanksgiving week, Pastor Jason reminds us of the importance of gratitude. For most believers, it’s “easy” to thank God after we experience a victory, but what about thanking God before the victory? Now that can be challenging, even more so thanking God and extending gratitude towards …

Going through grief is hard. But we never go through it alone, even when we feel lonely. God knows, understands, and has been through the struggles of grief. He promises that He is with us always and that Christ is our one true purpose and hope. Brisita explores the theme of grief and how God gives us meaning through it.…

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Jesus, in His earthly ministry, taught and spoke about God's Kingdom. But perhaps the most impactful part of Jesus' ministry is the example He left for His followers. Christ came to serve and not to be served, and shows us how we are called to serve others.Av Paul Molyneux

In week 2 of this series, Pastor Tony delves into the spiritual importance of nurturing a healthy heart, rooted in the wisdom of Proverbs 4:23. He draws insightful parallels between physical heart health and spiritual well-being, highlighting “enemies” of the heart, such as fear, guilt, and anger that can disrupt our inner peace. The message encour…

Jesus' parable of the Rich Fool doesn't just apply to those of us blessed with earthly abundance. Even with little our hearts can turn to greed instead of generosity. Andrew Chisholm explores this parable and how we can lean into God's Word to help us develop hearts ready to give cheerfully.Av Andrew Chisholm

Pastor Kaci delivers a powerful message about how our hearts' condition affects the direction of our lives. Proverbs 4:23 advises, "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." If we do not address the root of bitterness and unforgiveness, it can hinder our intimacy with God. We must ask the Holy Spirit to reveal our hurt…

Who is the Host in Jesus' parable of the banquet? And why does Jesus tell this parable to the Pharisees? Liz brings this parable to life, urging us to receive the gift of salvation, embrace our mission in expanding God's Kingdom, and cultivating an intimate relationship with Him.Av Liz Thong

Christ cried for justice while on earth, He brought justice for Christians through His death, and He will bring justice in the end for us all. What does justice for the sheep and the goats look like? James Thompson explores this parable as we try to love others in a new way everyday.Av James Thompson

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In the 1st century, two radically different men met by the power of the Spirit, and this encounter would change Ethopia for the rest of history. God is still working and moving through His people and wants to use our everyday experiences to grow His Kingdom. Bruce Hills shares an encouraging message on the divine impact of our evangelism.…

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Why did Jesus use parables and what secrets hide beyond the stories he told? Michael Grechko goes through the parable of the sower as he opens our new series, Beyond the Story. While at first the disciples cannot understand Jesus' words, they soon perceive that this parable lays the foundation for understanding all the parables of the Kingdom.…

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Why should we encourage each other? And why is this call to encourage repeated so often in the New Testament? Praba shares on why it is so vital for Christians to uplift each other in the struggles of life.Av Praba Nagaratnam

What good is the gospel to us if we continue to hold on to our old selves? God wants us to transform us to be the character of Christ, but we must submit our lives to Him. Dave speaks a powerful word on how we can give our lives over to God's purposes and His work in the Great Commission.Av Dave Edgar

Pastor Tony Stewart shares the journey of citylife church, the mission, and the core values that we uphold. In Colossians 3:23 it says, "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men." Remember, alignment always precedes assignment.Av Pastor Tony Stewart

Family can be a source of tremendous joy, and also the potential for despair and pain. Yet family is foundational to society, and to the ways and purposes of God. Clem shares four principles for strong marriages and families that also apply in the Family of God, and every sphere of life.Av Clem Fung

Pastor Jason emphasizes the profound impact of our daily decisions. He reminds us that each choice presents a critical dichotomy: we can choose life or death. The consequences of these choices can bring either blessings or curses into our lives. This commitment to making the right choice is a daily, ongoing responsibility. As Joshua 24:15 advises, …

Before we were bought by Jesus' sacrifice, we were in a prison of sin. Because God forgave us, we now live in freedom. If we do not forgive one another, we continue to imprison ourselves in our old lives. Mike speaks about how and why we live out the calling of Christ to forgive one another as God forgave us.…

In his impactful sermon, Pastor Tony delivers a compelling message on the detrimental effects of procrastination in decision-making. He emphasizes that many choices are influenced by fatigue, overwhelm, impulse, and dissatisfaction. Pastor Tony encourages us to cultivate courage and wisdom in decision-making, reminding us to approach every decision…

Relational patterns of communication and conflict are often dictated by our personality, our parents and our past, but relationships that come from God grows from Holy Conflict. Racquel explores what this means and how we can have healthier and more godly relationships with one another.Av Racquel Bisinella-Duns

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As we celebrate and reflect on the role of fathers this weekend, Phil helps us to look at the impact our own earthly fathers have had on our lives. Even in what our dads may lack, we know and look to our one perfect Father in heaven, who desires a close relationship with us.Av Phil Brake

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In many difficult situations in life, being both just and merciful may seem impossible. Jesus shows us through His most humble act on the cross that this is not only possible, but necessary if we are to walk with Him. Andrew guides us with examples and perspectives of how we can act both justly and mercifully in the brokenness of our world.…

Pastor Tony delivered a powerful and insightful message on the profound significance of prayer as a means of communicating with the Father. Drawing from the scripture in Matthew 6:9-13, he expounded on Jesus' teachings about the approach to prayer. He emphasized that prayer is not simply the utterance of words but rather a deep and intimate form of…

What should our primary goal be as Christians in a secular world? To win arguments or to prove our intelligence, or to show God's love? Godwin preaches on the purpose of evangelism, God's calling, and our role as reflectors of Christ's love.Av Godwin Shim

Pastor Tony shared an incredible message on how living according to God's plan allows us to fulfill God's purpose to the fullest. We were created with a specific purpose in mind, and God has big plans for our present and our future. Ephesians 3:20 (NKJV) says, 'Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, acco…

What happens at the end of the world? And what does that mean for us? In the final week of our Revelation series Mike looks at the vision of the new heaven and new earth and what it means for the modern Church.Av Michael Grechko

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Continuing our series in Revelation, Paul Molyneux delves into chapter 12 and 13 about the woman, the child and the beast. Why should we pay attention to the Apostle John's vision of the beast? And what does it mean for us in the modern age?Av Paul Molyneux

Prepare to be inspired by Pastor Tony's message on the true essence of faith in God! Get ready to delve into the powerful verses from Romans 12:3 and Romans 10:17 (NKJV), and learn the ten fundamental principles to unlock the full potential of your faith. You won't want to miss out on discovering how to get the right picture of God, believe the evi…

On this Inspire weekend, Andrew opens up Revelation 7 and its symbols to point us to the greater things God is doing. Even during worldly and personal trials, God is working through us and in us wherever we are for His Kingdom and for His people.Av Andrew Chisholm

Pastor Edwin Lipsey encourages us to focus on Jesus as the ultimate source of healing, hope, and help. He draws from Hebrews 12:1-2 to emphasize the importance of shedding our burdens and sins and to run our life's race with perseverance while looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Pastor Lipsey highlights Jesus' endurance of the c…

Many of us face loneliness in our faith that we aren’t prepared for. In order to stay strong in life's lonely battles, we must have personal faith. Jeffrey Rachmat, Senior Pastor of Jakarta Praise Community Church, explores the importance of our personal walk with Christ when we face struggles alone.…

In his impactful sermon, Pastor Tony delves into the transformative moments in our lives when God showers us with blessings, breaks us, and ultimately sets us free. Drawing from the biblical account of Jesus feeding the 5,000 and the disciples' journey across the sea, Pastor Tony provides profound insights on the virtues of obedience, patience, ref…

A pilgrimage is not only a physical journey to a destination, but it is also a spiritual journey towards God's kingdom and His presence. Psalm 84 speaks of the pilgrimage to the temple of God. Paul Molyneux invites us to see in this passage how God is working through the valleys and hard times on our way to come closer to Him.…

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Sometimes God's calling doesn't make sense or it isn't how we expected. Jesus called His disciples on a journey to an unknown and foreign area; but even when the storms rose, He was the peace and calm in their midst. Danielle Strickland explores the last passage in Mark 4 and how we can orient our ways to follow Jesus and trust in His plan.…

Pastor Brian kicks off a new series entitled "Legacy Living" in today's message. Discover what True Success is in the kingdom of God looks like. As we look at what God spoke to Joshua, we unveil four steps to Godly success. The first is Attitude: God calls us to display Christ's attitude. The second is Accountability; we need godly Accountability i…

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What is the book of Revelation? Mike gives us the context and summary of the who, what, how and why of Revelation and explores how even through spiritual trials, Christ remains victorious.Av Michael Grechko

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