Sermons on City On A Hill:

Gentrification

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 3, 2019

A study in the book of Nehemiah 11: 1 – 36

Nehemiah 11: 1 – 36 gentrification 11 Now the leaders of the people dwelt at Jerusalem; the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to dwell in Jerusalem, the holy city, and nine-tenths were to dwell in other cities. 2 And the people blessed all the men who willingly offered ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 11:11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Temple And City Hand In Hand Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 7, 2019

In the process of rebuilding the wall Nehemiah also makes sure the city of Jerusalem is repopulated. God is not going to have in impact in this world unless we keep making the connection between the temple and the city. We cannot just be Sunday morning Christians.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/jexit-judah-comes-home/ Jexit: Judah Comes Home Temple and City Hand In Hand Nehemiah We have been looking at the lives of the returned exiles. The tribes of Judah and Benjamin who went into the Babylonian ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Light Of The World

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 16, 2016

To show that GOD, the LORD JESUS CHRIST made me light of this world and a city full of light.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you the Light of the world? Yes. JESUS is the Original Light but He made me one because He will go with the FATHER. John 14:12 (Amplified Bible) I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, if anyone steadfastly believes in Me, he will himself be able to do the things that I do; and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abraham's Prayer: A Prayer For The City Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 21, 2015

If you want God to answer your prayer listen to Him first; then ask for things in accordance with his character and with a humble confidence in Him

In the movie, Bruce Almighty, Bruce (Jim Carey) is a reporter who made a fool of himself on national television, lost his job, was attacked on the street, and had an emotional blow-up with his girlfriend, Grace (Jennifer Aniston). With his world falling apart, Bruce takes a midnight ride to clear ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joy Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 10, 2016

God created us as emotional beings, yet even our emotions should come into captivity to Christ. This message on joy is the first in a series on human emotions.

Back in the summer, Disney’s Pixar Studios hit yet another home run with the film Inside Out. The film enters the mind of eleven-year-old Riley, and personifies five dominant emotions: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. The five characters in Riley’s head, led by Joy, man a control ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Methodist

Change Your Bait

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 30, 2023

Know your fish or your net will be empty.

Matthew 4:18  And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.  19  And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.  20  And they straightway ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Brings Jesus To A City

Contributed by John Bagorio on Nov 12, 2000

When we get desperate for God to show up

This was the first Palm Sunday Several things must happen I believe before Jesus will visit a city. 1.Obedience - vs. 6 we can see that the disciples followed, or obeyed, what Jesus said for them to do in vs. 2 2.Jesus must show up - vs. 10 we can see that when Jesus shows up the whole city ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: *other

The Holy City, The New Jerusalem

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 22, 2001

John, in the Revelation, sees a vision of the New Jerusalem, the Bride of Christ, the Church, as a climax of God’s redemptive purposes, an encouragement and challenge to believers still living in a dark and hostile world.

THE HOLY CITY, THE NEW JERUSALEM When we look out on our world it’s easy to be pessimistic – with countries at outright war and others threatening each other, the environment at risk through global warming, disease and disaster. Evil seems to abound, with downright wickedness, injustice and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God's Gift To Your City!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Nov 15, 2004

How to win over your city for Jesus!

*Jonah 4:11 To be God’s gift to our city we must do away with our notion about the people that God has sent us to. God’s gift to the city is not the Historical part od the city (Ybor City) - It’s not the big buildings or skyscrapers (the attractions like BUSH GARDENS OR SEA WORLD) - It’s not ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

City Sidewalks, Busy Sidewalks Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

In the midst of the busyness of humanity, and their journey to nowhere, God makes an astounding promise.

Soon It Will Be Christmas Day – Part 1 December 9, 2001 INTRODUCTION The popular Christmas song, “Silver Bells,” begins with the familiar words, “City sidewalks, busy sidewalks.” That picture is certainly accurate at Christmas time. The city sidewalks are busy sidewalks filled with holiday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Live In Sin City

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jun 14, 2002

How to be "in" the world, but not "of" the world.

How to Live in Sin City Dan 1:1-21 1 In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. 2 And the Lord delivered Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, along with some of the articles from the temple of God. These he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Live In Frustration City

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 31, 2004

A look at how the Apostle Paul was able to cope with frustration, specifically as it related to his unjust imprisonment.

How to Live In Frustration City Phil 1:12-21 12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Picture Of The Church In A City

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 12, 2006

How does God see the church of our city- and our congregation and its relationship with other congregations?

God’s picture of the church in a city. 1 Cor 12:12-27 WBC 14.05.06pm magicfridge.wmv You know- some of the pictures we have of what it’s about… what church is… are just plain wrong THE CHURCH- OUR PICTURE: OUR GROUP And I want to speak to you about something the Lord has laid on my heart, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming The Church That Changes The City Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Oct 8, 2005

Transforming our city by being a transformed church

Extreme Makeover: City Edition Session Two: Becoming the Church That Changes the City Acts 2:41-47 We began last week talking about Extreme Makeover: City Edition – changing our towns and cities for Jesus Christ. We began with placing up on the screen our purpose statement: Inviting People on the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfected Kingdom - The City Of God Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 22, 2007

Jesus Return will see a new heaven and earth established where the patterns of the garden are restored, but in a city where God is central

What is your picture of heaven - fluffy clouds with angels perched on top, playing harps? Endless rounds of singing holy, holy, holy? Is it something you look forward to with great longing, or do you never give it a thought? We live in an age when people avoid thoughts of death and mortality. ...read more

Denomination: Anglican