Church of the City New York
Jon Tyson
Welcome to the Church of the City Podcast.
Church of the City New York is a church community passionate about making disciples who "practice the way of Jesus together for the renewal of the city." We believe in the authority and power of the scriptures to shape our communal life and practice, as we seek to teach God's word with clarity and conviction.
Most of the teaching in our community is done by Pastor Jon Tyson and our teaching team. We have both morning and evening services and meet in the heart of Manhattan.
For more information visit: churchofthecitynyc.com
Church of the City New York is a church community passionate about making disciples who "practice the way of Jesus together for the renewal of the city." We believe in the authority and power of the scriptures to shape our communal life and practice, as we seek to teach God's word with clarity and conviction.
Most of the teaching in our community is done by Pastor Jon Tyson and our teaching team. We have both morning and evening services and meet in the heart of Manhattan.
For more information visit: churchofthecitynyc.com
Episodes
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Jun 29, 2022 • 48min
Above All Else - Banning Liebscher
Guest Pastor Banning Liebscher gave a word about the importance of guarding our hearts against the lies of the enemy. Jesus came to connect us to truth and bring us freedom and abundant life, so the enemy’s main strategy against us is to disconnect us from truth through lies and lead us into a life of bondage. By keeping a vigilant watch over our hearts, meditating strategically on God’s Truth, praying consistently, and liberally casting our cares and burdens on the Lord, we can disrupt the enemy’s schemes to keep us from the life freedom Jesus has for us.
Jun 14, 2022 • 36min
Defiant Joy: The Work of God - Suzy Silk
This discussion dives into the concept of 'defiant joy,' illustrating how Paul found joy in prison through faith, not circumstances. It emphasizes the strong bond between Paul and the Philippian church, showcasing their unity in spreading the gospel. The transformative journey of sanctification highlights how believers are shaped to reflect Christ, while the importance of faithful perseverance reinforces trusting in God's promises amid uncertainties. A call to community support and shared purpose rounds out the uplifting themes.
Jun 7, 2022 • 43min
Defiant Joy: A Study Through Philippians - Jon Tyson
This Sunday, Pastor Jon kicked off our Summer series, Defiant Joy: A Study Through Philippians. The apostle Paul is writing to the church he planted at Philippi, a community dear to his heart, and through the themes spiritual mentoring through his own life’s examples, defiant joy unshaken by circumstances, steadfast unity in the Spirit, and a reorientation around the worth of the person of Jesus, Paul reveals the secrets of the art of living a life of flourishing.
May 31, 2022 • 34min
Seizing Divine Moments - Guy Wasko
Guy Wasko, a passionate pastor, shares insights on recognizing and seizing divine moments through the lens of Jonathan's story in 1 Samuel. He contrasts the responses of Saul and Jonathan, emphasizing how readiness and faith shape our destinies. With a humorous tale about an airport mix-up, Wasko encourages listeners to rethink how they spot divine signs, asserting that challenges often lead to transformative opportunities. He highlights the balance of prayer and action in fulfilling God's promises, urging active engagement in life's crises.
May 23, 2022 • 41min
Seeing Jesus: Through Despair - Suzy Silk
This Sunday, Pastor Suzy continued our ‘Seeing Jesus’ series with the story of Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the risen Jesus outside of His tomb, and revealed how we can see Jesus through our despair. We meet Mary in the depths of her grief, distressed from the loss of Jesus, and find she is on the edge of giving up hope. Through her encounter with Jesus, we are reminded grief in this life is temporary, because Jesus has defeated death and made our hope secure in Him.
May 17, 2022 • 53min
Seeing Jesus Through Denying Faith - Jon Tyson
This Sunday, Pastor Jon taught on “Seeing Jesus Through Denying Faith” by taking a closer look at Judas’ betrayal and denial of Jesus. While Pastor Jon reminded us that while we cannot lose our salvation, we can deny our faith. It is confusing and painful to examine why faith fails, but it is increasingly necessary in our culture where people are rapidly turning away from faith. Judas’ story invites us to examine our motives for believing in Jesus.
May 10, 2022 • 43min
Seeing Jesus: Through Doubt - Jon Tyson
This Sunday, Pastor Jon taught on "Seeing Jesus Through Doubt" with the story of Thomas’ reaction to the news of Jesus’ resurrection. After missing Jesus’ first appearance to His disciples after His resurrection, Thomas begins to wrestle through his doubts around who Jesus is and what He came to do. Thomas’ story is not meant to be a cautionary tale for believers today, but display the encouraging truth that facing down our doubts will deepen our faith.
May 3, 2022 • 47min
Seeing Jesus: Through Disappointment - Suzy Silk
This Sunday, Pastor Suzy continued our Seeing Jesus series with “Seeing Jesus Through Disappointment” by walking through Jesus’ post-resurrection encounter with two of His disheartened disciples on their journey to Emmaus. By viewing this account like a miniature play, she broke this story down into three acts and an epilogue that reflect a journey we can still relate to today.
Apr 27, 2022 • 41min
Seeing Jesus: When Your Faith Fails - Jon Tyson
This Sunday, Pastor Jon began a series called Seeing Jesus, focused on different post-ressurection accounts of Jesus and the impact they had on the faith of His followers. Through Peter, Pastor Jon pointed out three things that the can enemy use to block our view of the mercy and hope that we have been given through Jesus. However Jesus calls us back to Himself like He called Peter; to return to Him and strengthen others.
Apr 19, 2022 • 43min
Easter Sunday: Seeing Jesus - Jon Tyson
For Easter Sunday this year, Pastor Jon focused on “seeing Jesus” in John’s gospel account of the resurrection. Through using three different Greek words for sight/seeing, John lays out the different ways Jesus is viewed in our world today. The invitation of Easter is to “come and see” Jesus for yourself, and find that through faith in Him and His story, all questions of origin, meaning, morality, and identity are answered, and that He alone can satisfy all your needs.
