CityBridge Community Church

Teacher: David Leventhal. Welcome to our new series on Colossians! This week we're doing a big overview of the book, and as we go, we'll unravel the mysteries behind its writing, addressing questions about the authorship, the intended audience, and the potential challenges faced by the early believers in Colossae. Throughout this series you'll see the theme of the book: The All-Sufficiency of Christ—Seeing Him Clearly, Included in Him Completely, and Walking in Him Freely. Join us to understand its historical, cultural, geographical, literary, and thematic contexts, setting the stage for a profound exploration of the sufficiency of Christ. Enjoyed the message? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐️⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Want more information about CityBridge Community Church? DM us @citybridgecc or email us at info@citybridgechurch.org. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Before we look forward to 2024 and all that God has for us, we wanted to take a look back at 2023 and see how God was working in our midst this year. Check out this discipleship resource as we don't have in-person services on Sunday, December 31. We pray that 2024 is a year where you know and experience God's unending, unchanging, eternal love for you.

Teacher: David Marvin. Merry Christmas! We are wrapping up our Christmas Tree series by looking at the theme of hope during Christmas, tracing its interruptions through history. As we look back on Jesus's family tree, we end with Mary, and we see how hope disrupted her plans with the unexpected birth of our Savior. The message concludes by highlighting hope for all people, symbolized by the Magi from the East, and connects the Christmas tree to the cross, symbolizing the profound hope brought through the Savior's sacrifice. Enjoyed the message? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐️⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Want more information about CityBridge Community Church? DM us @citybridgecc or email us at info@citybridgechurch.org. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

David Marvin, a legendary figure mentioned in Matthew 1, crucial to Jesus's family tree. This podcast explores the life of King David, discussing his ups and downs, including the consequences of his choices. It emphasizes the importance of having honest friends, authentic relationships, and the unconditional covenant God has with His Church.

The podcast explores the story of Ruth, the most romantic story amid the darkest moment in Israel's history. It delves into the beauty and romance of the book, highlighting Ruth's commitment to Naomi and the purpose God brings out of brokenness. The undeniable parallels between Boaz and Jesus are discussed, emphasizing their roles as redeemers and bringers of grace.

Rahab, a prostitute turned princess, whose label was rewritten by God's grace. Explore the surprising stories behind the Christmas Tree and the genealogy of Jesus. Unpack the brokenness and sinful nature of Jesus' family tree. Discover the incredible story of Rahab, a prostitute turned person of faith. Reflect on the impact of labels and the redemptive power of God in the lives of Rahab and Matthew.

Teacher: Marvin Walker. Daniel and his friends, captured and taken to Babylon, faced a pivotal choice: to assimilate into the culture or stand firm in their faith. Despite potential consequences, Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the king's offerings, showing how small decisions impact greater victories. This message from Marvin Walker explores how decisions determine our destiny, and the importance of standing through preparation, application, and dedication. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace shows that standing for faith may not always lead to immediate victory, but God can show up in unexpected ways. The ultimate message is a call to stand firm, stand out, and stand up for one's faith, as decisions will ultimately shape destiny. Enjoyed the message? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐️⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Want more information about CityBridge Community Church? DM us @citybridgecc or email us at info@citybridgechurch.org. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Jonathan Pokluda. We have our friend Jonathan "JP" Pokluda from Harris Creek in Waco is joining us this morning, we hope it encourages you!. In this sermon, JP shows us the three obstacles, anxiety, temptation, and suffering, addressed in 1 Peter 5:6-10 and how we are to combat them with a Kingdom-first mindset. Enjoyed the message? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐️⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Want more information about CityBridge Community Church? DM us @citybridgecc or email us at info@citybridgechurch.org. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Kyle Kaigler. What would it look like where 100% of a church commits 100% of Time, Talent, and Treasure for God's purposes? This week, we're in 2 Corinthians 8:1-8, and we witness the Macedonian churches' overflowing generosity in severe affliction and poverty. Recognizing a gap between God's standard and our generosity, today we look to take one small step. What will our story be? Planting churches, ensuring no child goes unadopted, becoming net exporters of leaders, and making disciples daily. There's no limit to what God can do through us as we continue to take steps towards being radically generous. Enjoyed the message? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐️⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Want more information about CityBridge Community Church? DM us @citybridgecc or email us at info@citybridgechurch.org. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: David Marvin. Welcome to our Generous series! As we kick off, David Marvin walked through how Jesus taught about money, specifically how our lives are opportunities that can be filled with meaningful investments or spent acquiring material possessions. Jesus encourages us to prioritize investing in eternity and serving God rather than pursuing wealth for its own sake. Money, according to Jesus, reveals our perspective on eternity, our heart's condition, and who we ultimately serve. Enjoyed the message? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐️⭐ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Want more information about CityBridge Community Church? DM us @citybridgecc or email us at info@citybridgechurch.org. Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.