City Light Bible Church Sermons

Nov 03 2024 133 ep. 40 mins 3
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City Light Bible Church exists to glorify God by proclaiming the truth of His Word, strengthening the faith of His people, and spreading the hope of His Gospel. Pastor Chris Gee and the elders are committed to expository preaching, seeking to accurately explain the scriptures, and pointing to God’s Word as the singular authority in our lives.

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Lord, Stamp Eternity in my Eyes!

Nov 03 2024 44 mins  
1 Thessalonians 5:8-11 gives us an outline of how the knowledge of Christ’s imminent return should impact how we live. To prepare for His return, we should sober up (stay spiritually alert), suit up (put on the armor of faith, love, and hope), and build up (encourage and strengthen fellow believers). Listen as Pastor Chris reminds us that this world is not a playground but a batt

What You Need to Know About the Return of Jesus

Oct 27 2024 44 mins  
This week we studied 1 Thessalonians 5:1-7, focusing on the Day of the Lord. In this passage, the apostle Paul states that this Day will come as a “thief in the night” - unexpected and devastating for non-believers, but anticipated and welcomed by believers. Listen as Pastor Chris discusses the implications of Jesus’ impending return for both believers and non-believers, and

The Beginning of the End: The Rapture and Why it Matters

Oct 20 2024 46 mins  
This week we examined 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 to show that the rapture is not just a strange doctrine in the Christian belief, but a precious and encouraging truth that gives Christians hope. Listen as Pastor Chris breaks down the rapture into three key components: a resurrection where the dead in Christ will rise first, Christ's majestic return with the sound of trumpets and angel

The Radical Ordinary Christian Life

Oct 13 2024 52 mins  

God's Will for your Life: Sexual Purity

Oct 06 2024 45 mins  
In 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, the apostle Paul discusses an essential topic for a young church: sexual purity. Paul makes it clear that sexual purity is God’s will for our lives and crucial for our sanctification. Listen as Pastor Chris explains the motivations for obeying God’s instructions for purity so we can enjoy this powerful gift the way God intends.

Can I Pray for You?

Sep 29 2024 47 mins  
This week we looked at the power of prayer, especially prayer for other Christians. 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 illustrates how we should pray for other Christians: with a spirit of thankfulness, for their spiritual maturity and growth in love, and with the goal of preparing them for Christ's return. Listen as Pastor Chris provides practical tips for developing a consistent prayer life

The Undefeated and Undeterred Love of the Church:A Look Back on Two Years at City Light Bible Church

Sep 22 2024 49 mins  
On our second anniversary, this Sunday we reflected on the love shared in our community over the past two years. 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:8 explores how Christian love for the church should remain undeterred by distance, death, detriment, and difficulty just as Christ’s love for us remains steadfast. Listen as Pastor Chris encourages us to keep Christ at the center of our love for

A Welcomed Word

Sep 15 2024 41 mins  
There are only two types of people in the world: those who accept God's Word and those who reject it. Those who accept God’s Word acknowledge its authority and transformative power in their lives. Those who reject God’s Word reject Jesus and His followers and ultimately incur the wrath of God. Listen as Pastor Chris reminds us that there is no middle ground, we must choose to r

Why Join a Small Group?

Sep 08 2024 38 mins  
Discipleship involves both receiving and giving spiritual care. In 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12, the apostle Paul uses the analogy of parental love to describe the deep affection and sacrificial commitment involved in discipling others. Listen as Pastor Chris encourages the congregation to not only consider what they can gain from joining a small group, but also what they can contribute

How NOT to do Church Ministry

Sep 01 2024 39 mins  
As we gear up for the beginning of a new ministry year, Pastor Chris examined common pitfalls in church ministry by outlining five ways people often approach ministry incorrectly. In 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6, the apostle Paul highlights the importance of having pure motives and focusing on pleasing God rather than seeking personal gain or recognition in ministry. Listen as Pastor Chri