Many face the everyday reality of debt today. The weight can be overwhelming, whether from credit cards, loans, or other financial obligations. But what if I told you that God’s plan for you is freedom, not bondage? Understanding the Burden of Debt Individual consumer debt is at an all-time high in the United States today. Walking through stores and seeing prices soar, one might wonder how people manage. The truth is, many don’t. Instead, they fall deeper into debt, becoming slaves to their financial obligations. However, this is not the life God envisions for us.  As Proverbs 22:7 states ..read more

Feeling Distant? God is Closer Than You Think In the hustle of daily life, it’s easy to feel spiritually isolated, as if God is more of a distant concept than a present reality. This perception can make us feel disconnected, but the truth is that God is always near, involved in the minutiae of our lives.  Understanding this can transform our spiritual journey, encouraging us to embrace the closeness of God through active faith. The Illusion of Distance and the Reality of Nearness Feeling distant from God can be discouraging, making us think we’re far from spiritual breakthroughs. However ..read more

This week’s blog is from our good friend Pastor Maurice Johnson Understanding the Depth of Divine Love God’s love is a defining aspect of His divine nature, not just a characteristic but the very essence of who He is. This love is eloquently expressed in Jeremiah 31:3, where the Lord declares, “The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: ‘I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.’”  This scripture underpins the timeless and unwavering nature of God’s love that transcends our circumstances and our responses. The Everlasting Nature of God’s Love G ..read more

Understanding Tithing: A Conversation on Giving Have you ever heard the term “tithe” and wondered what it means?  In church circles, tithing is a term that sometimes gets mentioned a lot or barely at all. But here’s the thing: tithing isn’t about prioritizing the church’s finances; it’s about prioritizing our trust and faith in God.  It’s about acknowledging that everything we have comes from Him and giving back a portion of it as an act of worship and obedience. What Is a Tithe? So, what exactly is a tithe? Simply put, it’s giving back one-tenth of our earnings to God. Think of it a ..read more

Fully Trusting Our Lives To God Have you ever wondered how surrendering to God’s will can transform your life? Throughout the Bible, we discover powerful lessons on obedience, faith, and surrender that are as relevant today as they were thousands of years ago. From Mary’s acceptance to Samuel’s obedience and the adventurous faith of Paul and Barnabas, each story brings a unique perspective on what it means to fully entrust our lives to God. Mary’s Faithful Yes In Luke 1:26-38, we encounter Mary, a young woman chosen for an extraordinary mission. Mary responded with remarkable faith when the an ..read more

This week’s blog post is from Pastor Mohamed Wurie The Heart of Community   Have you ever watched a video full of joyful faces and felt a spark of connection?  That’s the feeling we should have when we come together in fellowship beyond Sunday mornings – a vibrant, dynamic way to live out our faith beyond the church walls.  The Biblical Blueprint In Acts 2:46-47, we see the early church living out life together: “They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number ..read more

The Dynamic Ministry of Jesus Have you ever noticed how Jesus’ ministry was anything but quiet? He was always on the move, healing the sick, teaching in parables, and stirring up cities with His powerful messages.  This wasn’t a ministry of sitting back; it was active and engaging. This approach didn’t end with Jesus. When the Holy Spirit arrived on the Day of Pentecost, it was with a bang, not a whisper.  Imagine the scene: 120 followers burst out of an upper room, filled with a new power, speaking in languages they had never learned. Jerusalem was turned upside down that day, and m ..read more

Echoes of Creation: Your Words as a Divine Instrument The majesty of the universe, spoken into existence by the Lord, serves as a reminder of our heritage. Scripture declares, “By the word of the Lord the heavens were made and by the breath of his mouth all their host” (Psalm 33:6).  Created in God’s image, we possess the extraordinary ability to shape our reality through the words we speak. This divine principle, as stated in Proverbs 18:21, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue,” underscores the spiritual significance of our speech, especially when infused with the anointing of ..read more

This week’s blog is from CityLight’s friend Nathaniel Saint-Eloi. The Encounter That Changed Everything Imagine standing at the banks of the Jordan, witnessing a moment so profound it alters the course of history. Jesus, freshly baptized, experiences heaven tearing open. Luke chapter 3 describes this incredible scene. Then, we read in Luke chapter 4 how the Holy Spirit descends, and God’s voice thunders, affirming His sonship and pleasure. This heavenly endorsement wasn’t merely for show; it was the beginning of something more challenging, more transformative – the wilderness. The Wilderness ..read more

The Dilemma in Galatia: Mixing Old and New In Galatians, we see people who believed in Jesus and knew they didn’t have to do anything to be saved – it was all about Jesus, not them. But then, some people called Judaizers came.  They told the new Christians that believing in Jesus wasn’t enough; they also had to follow old laws like circumcision and keeping the Sabbath. This idea is like saying you need Jesus and your good actions to be saved. Paul, who wrote Galatians, got upset about this. He said mixing these old and new beliefs is wrong, and it’s like turning away from God’s grace.&nbs ..read more