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It's so easy to fill our schedules and to-do lists with relationships, obligations, and commitments that require constant attention. However, if we're not careful, the constant distractions of this world can keep us from focusing on what is most important. What would it look like to reorganize our lives around pursuing a deeper relationship with Jesus? Not only would we find the joy and rest we've been seeking, but we would be better for everyone around us as well.

There are times in life when it's difficult to trust God. In those moments, one of the most powerful tools we have is the ability to remember God's faithfulness in the past. How can the faithfulness of God keep us close to him in the present and help us remain faithful into the future? Check out the final sermon in our series "Great Joy" for more.

When we experience an incredible amount of joy, sometimes we can't help but sing. If that's true, it shouldn't surprise us how many songs we find in the Bible connected to the birth of Jesus. When the Son of God finally came to earth, people couldn't help but be overwhelmed with excitement. Mary, the mother of Jesus, offers one such song. What does this song teach us about what it means to worship God and why we should worship him? Check out the first sermon in our series "Great Joy" for more.

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A sermon on Ruth 1:1-7 from Pastor Tim Kurtz

This is the first episode of our new mid-week podcast series entitled "Elder Chat" (new name coming soon). In this episode, you'll hear a brief introduction of our elders followed by a conversation on the highs and lows of pastoring a church in 2020. What has been most encouraging and discouraging this year, and what is the state of City of God heading into the 2021?

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Many of us would love to be used by God, but the fear of the unknown keeps us from stepping out in faith. However, God has given us everything that we have so that we might accomplish his mission on this earth. What would it look like for us to reorient our lives so that we are primarily focused on Jesus and the task he's given us to accomplish? Check out our latest sermon from Ecclesiastes for more.

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A sermon on Genesis 3:14-15 from T.J. Lewis.

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Our culture is swimming in a sea of information. However, for all of the data available to us, we still have trouble answering some fundamental questions about life. This is why we need wisdom. Wisdom helps us make sense of the world and live in a God honoring way. How can we becomes wise people? Check out my latest message for more.

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There are moments when life makes sense. However, so much of what we experience can feel unexpected and undeserved. Suffering is all around us, and all of us will suffer personally at some point.  So what hope do we have when life is hard? Yes, we have to remember that God is on his throne and he's in control. but, Solomon also reminds us that we have to be able to find joy in the simple pleasures of this life. Sometimes, the most spiritual thing we can do to endure a difficult season is have a good meal, spend time with people we love, put in a hard day of work, and thank God for the blessings he's given us. Check out my latest sermon from Ecclesiastes for more.

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Few things breed fear and anxiety like uncertainty. However, 2020 has been full of uncertainty. From political races to COVID to the personal fallout from these issues, this year has produced deep unhappiness in many Americans.  So where can we go to find security? Often we're tempted to look in the wrong places, but Daniel 2 reminds us that what most of us need is a fresh picture and vision of God.