CityBridge Community Church

Teacher: Kyle Kaigler. Welcome! We’re excited to continue our HOME series, focusing on building strong, God-centered marriages through Holiness, Oneness, and Missional Engagement (H.O.M.E.). This Sunday, Kyle dives into the transformative truth that "Marriage is Missional." God’s prayer for His people is oneness, and His plan is for us to be the church of Jesus Christ. Life isn’t about us—it’s about God’s glory, His kingdom, and His fame. He reminds us that a believer’s marriage is designed to be a picture of the unity within the Trinity and the sacrificial love between Christ and the Church. Kyle challenges us to see marriage as more than a relationship—it’s a mission to reflect the gospel to our families, communities, and the world. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.   Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 09:52 – God's Prayer: Oneness is the Mission 12:56 – God's Plan: Church as Mission 17:23 – God's Playbook: Marriage as Mission 32:17 – God's Point: Marriage as a Picture

Teacher: Josh Fortney. Welcome! Today, we begin our HOME series, focusing on building strong, God-centered marriages through Holiness, Oneness, and Missional Engagement (H.O.M.E.). Over the next nine weeks in our community groups and the next three weeks on Sundays, we’ll learn what the Bible teaches about marriage, including the importance of letting go of old priorities, committing fully to our spouses, and creating a life of unity and purpose. This series is for everyone, offering lessons about relationships that can help, whether you're married or not. Marriage reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church, showing love, grace, and teamwork. Our goal is not just to avoid problems but to grow together in faith and commitment. As a church, let’s work together to deepen our relationships and reflect God’s love in our marriages. Through prayer, study, and action, we can strengthen our bonds and grow closer to God and each other. Join us on this journey to discover God’s plan for marriage. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app. Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 16:04 – Leave Your Old Priorities 26:19 – Cleave Together to a Lifelong Commitment 34:49 – Weave Together a Life of Marital Oneness

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Teacher: Josh Fortney. Merry Christmas! We are coming to an end as we have been journeying through the Advent season with a new series, "All I Want for Christmas Is…," where we've been reflecting on the true gifts of the season through the lens of scripture. Today, we focus on love. Advent, meaning "arrival," invites us to remember Jesus' birth and anticipate His return. Amid a culture filled with misplaced priorities, we explore how biblical hope transforms our hearts and minds, grounding us in the promises of God. This Christmas Eve, we'll explore the heart of biblical love—the unconditional and sacrificial love of God revealed through the gift of Jesus Christ. Through scripture, we are able to see the profound beauty of God's love, inviting us to respond by loving others as Christ has loved us. Join us for worship, reflection, and celebration of God's greatest gift to us. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Kyle Kaigler. Welcome! This Sunday, we are journeying through the Advent season with a new series, "All I Want for Christmas Is…," where we'll reflect on the true gifts of the season through the lens of Scripture. Today, we focus on peace. Advent, meaning "arrival," invites us to remember Jesus' birth and anticipate His return. Amid a culture filled with misplaced priorities, we explore how biblical hope transforms our hearts and minds, grounding us in the promises of God. This Sunday, Kyle dives deep into the essence of biblical joy—a joy that isn't tethered to circumstances but rooted in the unwavering goodness and sovereignty of God. Drawing from the story of the Magi, we're reminded that true joy leads us to worship, generosity, and a life centered on Jesus. Kyle also challenges us to see joy as a fruit of the Spirit, cultivated in the soil of trust and dependence on God, especially in seasons of trial. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Grant MacQuilkan. Welcome! This Sunday, we are journeying through the Advent season with a new series, "All I Want for Christmas Is…," where we'll reflect on the true gifts of the season through the lens of Scripture. Today, we focus on peace. Advent, meaning "arrival," invites us to remember Jesus' birth and anticipate His return. Amid a culture filled with misplaced priorities, we explore how biblical hope transforms our hearts and minds, grounding us in the promises of God. During the Christmas season, it's easy to get caught up in the busyness of festivities and Christmas shopping, that we don't experience much peace during this time of the year. In today's message, Grant MacQuilkan invites us to reflect on the true meaning of peace—or "shalom." He reminds us that the Prince of Peace came to restore what was broken by our sin and to reconcile us to God. Jesus Christ is the greatest gift we could ever receive, bringing us lasting peace. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Welcome! This Sunday, we embark on the Advent season with a new series, “All I Want for Christmas Is…,” where we’ll reflect on the true gifts of the season through the lens of Scripture. Today, we focus on hope. Advent, meaning "arrival," invites us to remember Jesus' birth and anticipate His return. Amid a culture filled with misplaced priorities, we explore how biblical hope transforms our hearts and minds, grounding us in the promises of God. As we dive into Isaiah 8 and 9, we see the contrast between darkness and the promise of light. Isaiah paints a picture of despair and spiritual blindness as God's people face judgment for their rebellion. Yet, God promises a Messiah—a child who will embody hope, light, and salvation. This prophecy points to Jesus, the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Through Him, we can anchor our hope not in fleeting desires but in a secure, eternal foundation. This week, let’s reignite our hope in Christ, celebrating His presence and anticipating His return. #jesus #planotx #sermon #church #sermonseries #bible Follow us on social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citybridgecc/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@citybridgecc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citybridgecc If you enjoyed this video then please subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfKIJCD-2zSng7foMKkYEvg

Teacher: David Leventhal. Welcome to our final week in 1 Peter! This Sunday, David Leventhal will be taking us through 1 Peter 5, where Peter encourages the church to stand firm through suffering. He highlights the importance of faithful leadership, urging elders to shepherd the flock with humility and care while encouraging the younger members to support their leaders and cultivate humility toward one another. Peter reminds believers to remain vigilant, recognizing that their enemy, the devil, seeks to devour. Peter also reassures them that their general has not abandoned the troops. The battle we are fighting as believers is temporary because Jesus Christ is coming back to deal once and for all with the evil and sin in this world. In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: As God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app. Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 05:15 – The Church Stands Firm in Suffering Through Faithful Leadership & Humility Within the Body (1 Peter 5:1–5) 21:37 – The Church Stands Firm in Suffering Through Vigilance & Confidence in Our Full Restoration at Christ’s Return (1 Peter 5:6–11) 32:39 – Concluding Words & Greetings (1 Peter 5:12–14)

Teacher: Matt Wideman. Welcome! This Sunday, we delve into 1 Peter 4, where Peter encourages believers facing trials to embrace suffering as a means of reflecting Christ and growing in faith. He reminds us that following Jesus, though challenging, is always worth it. By adopting Christ’s mindset, living for God’s will, and serving others, we find purpose and hope in the midst of hardship. Peter also emphasizes prayer, love, and hospitality, urging believers to entrust themselves to God while doing good. Suffering refines and strengthens our faith, preparing us for eternal glory. No matter the trials we face, the assurance of God’s faithfulness makes the journey worthwhile. Keep climbing—the summit is worth it! In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: As God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.   Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 05:03 – The Mindset of Suffering (1 Peter 4:1–6) 17:23 – The Ministry of Suffering (1 Peter 4:7–11) 27:29 – The Manner of Suffering (1 Peter 4:12–19)

Teacher: Daniel Smith. Welcome! We're so glad you're here! This Sunday, Daniel Smith will guide us through 1 Peter 3:8-22, showing us how Peter encourages us as believers that we thrive in suffering by walking in unity and righteousness, keeping the finish line in mind, following Christ as our ultimate example, and resting in His victory rather than relying on our own control. In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. Join us as we walk through 1 Peter verse by verse over the next eight weeks! 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Josh Fortney. Welcome! We're so glad you're here! This Sunday, Josh Fortney will walk us through 1 Peter 2:11-3:7, pointing us to the main idea that for the sake of Christ, we're on misson through submission. In the last four weeks going through 1 Peter, we have focused on our identity in Christ, and now Peter is showing us how we are to practically live this out. Peter puts it in 1 Peter 2:17: "Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor". Join us as we dive deeper into God's Word! In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. Join us as we walk through 1 Peter verse by verse over the next eight weeks! 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: David Leventhal. Welcome! We're so glad you're here! This Sunday, David Leventhal will be walking us through 1 Peter 2:1-10 pointing us to the big idea that believers are called to grow in holiness & spiritual nourishment as we cling to our chosen status, while being shaped together as a community to proclaim the excellencies of God. David reminds us through scripture of who we were before we met Christ and that, without gratitude for what Christ has done on the cross, there is no desire in us to proclaim the excellencies of God. Let us be a church that grows in our desire to read the Word of God and tell of His glorious name. In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. Join us as we walk through 1 Peter verse by verse over the next eight weeks! 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Liberty Muhereza. Welcome! We're so glad you're here! This Sunday, we're excited to welcome our guest speaker, Liberty Muhereza, CEO of Equip and Send Ministries, one of our ministry partners in Uganda. Liberty hones in on what believers are called to be doing as we wait for the second coming of Jesus. He points us to Matthew 28:16-20, where Jesus commissions us to make disciples, highlighting that the mission of the church is about leaving our comfort and doing something for the Kingdom- not just hearers but also doers of the Word. Liberty shares with us what his church in Africa challenges with, that hinder them from being on a mission for Christ, challenging us to reflect on the challenges we are facing as a church today.   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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Kyle Kaigler. This Sunday, Kyle Kaigler will guide us through 1 Peter 1:13-25, where we face the profound truth that, as believers, we live in the tension between two realities. We know a future is coming that we have yet to fully experience, but the choices we make today have a lasting impact on both our present life and our eternal destiny. In this passage, Peter offers wisdom on how to navigate this "in-between" time as strangers in a world awaiting Christ's return, reminding us that our decisions here and now hold eternal significance.   In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. Join us as we walk through 1 Peter verse by verse over the next eight weeks! 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Josh Fortney. Welcome! This Sunday, Josh Fortney takes us through 1 Peter 1:3-12, where Peter speaks to believers who were dispersed, facing persecution, and in need of encouragement. Peter reminds them of God's promises and encourages them to rejoice and have hope. As we explore 1 Peter, Josh helps us see what true faith looks like and how, as believers, we can endure suffering with the hope we've been given through Jesus Christ and where to fix our minds and hearts in the midst.   In this series, we're focusing on the main theme of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ, trusting that their trials serve to sanctify them and prepare them for the glory to come. Join us as we walk through 1 Peter verse by verse over the next eight weeks! 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.   Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 10:27 – True Faith is Rooted in the Resurrection 29:03 – True Faith is Refined by Trials 34:59 – True Faith is Defined by Love, Trust, and Joy in Jesus 36:36 – True Faith is Aligned with God’s Plan for Eternity

Teacher: David Leventhal. Welcome, we’re so glad you’re here! This Sunday kicks off our new series where we'll be diving into the book of 1 Peter for the next eight weeks. In today's message, David Leventhal provides a big-picture overview of 1 Peter, focusing on the context that helps us fully grasp the letter. He challenges the church with the central idea of 1 Peter: as God's chosen people, believers are called to endure suffering with hope, following in the footsteps of Christ. Our trials are not in vain—they serve to sanctify us and prepare us for the glory that is to come.      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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.   Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 3:40 – Who Wrote 1 Peter? 8:13 – To Whom Was It Written? 11:09 – When and Where Was It Written? 11:45 – Why Was It Written? 23:02 – What Is 1 Peter About?

Teacher: The CityBridge Elders. Welcome to "God's at Work Here," where we explore what it truly means to be the church. This series helps us understand the important role we play in God's plan, whether you're new to the church or have been part of it for years. We're reminded of the strong foundation we stand on and encouraged to continue growing in our faith and purpose as followers of Jesus. In today's message, we're hosting a panel discussion to explore the exciting priorities CityBridge is focusing on in this next chapter. You won't want to miss this opportunity to hear how we're moving forward together while continuing our mission of calling all people to be fully devoted followers 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: Kyle Kaigler. Welcome to God’s at Work Here, where we explore what it truly means to be the church. This series helps us understand the important role we play in God's plan, whether you're new to the church or have been part of it for years. We’re reminded of the strong foundation we stand on and encouraged to continue growing in our faith and purpose as followers of Jesus. Today's message focuses on our identity as the church—not as something extra in our lives but as the core of who we are. From 1 Peter 2:9-10, we learn that we are chosen by God to share His goodness with the world. The church is meant to shine God’s light in a dark world, and with the power of the Holy Spirit, we can make a real difference by living out our faith and showing love to others.      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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app. Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 7:37 – Who Is the Church? 21:08 – What Is Its Purpose? 26:30 – How Do We Live This Out at CityBridge?

Teacher: Michael Craven. Welcome to part two of our Citizens of Heaven series! Today, we're focusing on what it means to live with a true biblical worldview in a changing world. A Christian worldview isn't optional—it's essential to our faith. Many believers today lack a full understanding of this, so we must reclaim the whole gospel story: Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration. As image-bearers of God, we're called not just to believe, but to live out our faith by engaging with the world around us for God's glory. We're reminded that the gospel is about more than personal salvation—it's about redeeming all of creation. Everything from politics to art is part of God's kingdom and should reflect His glory. Our role is to participate in this redemption, shaping culture under the rule of King Jesus, as we look ahead to the ultimate restoration of all things. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app.

Teacher: David Leventhal. Welcome to Citizens of Heaven! Today, we explore what it truly means to live as citizens of heaven in a world filled with division and uncertainty. This message emphasizes how, as believers, we are called to rise above the chaos, living out our identity as salt and light while awaiting our true home. In this series, we are reminded that our allegiance is to King Jesus, and our purpose is to restrain evil and expand God’s kingdom. Whether it’s how we engage with the government, care for the vulnerable, or relate to the lost, our heavenly citizenship shapes everything we do. Join us as we dive deeper into these truths and learn how to live with purpose and confidence in Christ, no matter the circumstances. 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. You can grab the Sermon Notes from this message here: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for free. Be the first to hear next week's message by subscribing to your favorite podcast app. Message Overview 00:00 – Intro 5:01 – What Does It Mean To Be a Citizen of Heaven? 17:44 – How Do Citizens of Heaven Relate to a Worldly Government? 32:39 – How Do Citizens of Heaven Relate to the Lost?