Church of the City New York Making Sense of Church | Why Bother with the Church? - Jon Tyson
Sep 8, 2025
Pastor Jon addresses the relevance of the church amid modern critiques, emphasizing its role as a vital community. He shares personal insights into the struggles and beauty of faith within a dysfunctional family. The podcast dives into the essence of the church as a covenant community dedicated to God's mission, highlighting key principles like faithful preaching. It also honors the quiet influence of saints and the transformative power of church engagement, encouraging listeners to actively participate and cultivate hope in a challenging world.
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Church Defined As Covenant Community
- The church is the covenant people of God called to live for God's purposes in the world.
- Jon Tyson defines it as a gathered assembly shaped by allegiance to Jesus and covenant practices.
Prioritize Three Core Church Practices
- Preach the Word faithfully, administer sacraments rightly, and practice loving discipline as marks of a true church.
- Uphold these practices rather than prioritizing size, power, or recognition.
Church As Formation Mechanism
- The church forms people into the image of Christ through worship, proclamation, and communal practices.
- Formation is costly and messy but central to Christian life and growth.
