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Pastor Jon Tyson teaches about Jesus coming to make a way out of darkness for us. The podcast explores the significance of Christmas and Jesus' claim of being the way. It delves into the human desire for belonging and contrasts religious attempts with the idea of God searching for humanity through Jesus. A humorous anecdote about iPhone map technology is shared. Jesus is presented as the solution to knowing where we are meant to be and offers freedom and life.

Pastor Jon Tyson explores the profound themes of darkness and light during Advent. He challenges listeners to confront their own moral and emotional struggles amidst the holiday season, offering a deeper perspective on true joy. The discussion also touches on the divisive impact of social media and the limitations of technology in addressing human issues. Ultimately, Tyson emphasizes Jesus as the source of hope and illumination, encouraging a reflective approach to faith and acceptance through worship and community.

This Sunday, Pastor Suzy began our Advent series with a teaching from John 1 about the Light of God coming into the world through the person of Jesus. Jesus has overcome all darkness, but we must receive Him as the Light in the beginning, the Light of the World, and that He will be the Light of His people in the age to come. When we believe and receive Jesus' Light, we are freed from having to illuminate ourselves, given the ability to wholly live in His presence, and called to be witnesses to His Light for all the world to see. We encourage you to prayerfully consider joining us in giving to our Living the Liturgy campaign at church.nyc/give.

This Sunday, Pastor Ashley concluded our Fall sermon series, The Jesus Stuff, with a teaching on truth, not as an ideological framework, but as the person of Jesus. Jesus promises that when we abide in God's Word, we will know His truth, and His truth will set us free.

Guest teacher David Bennett shares his journey from atheistic gay activist to follower of Jesus, discussing God's radical and mysterious love. He challenges traditional concepts of love, emphasizes divine romance through friendship, and explores the transformative power of unconditional love. Bennett's personal transformation and encounters with God's love in unexpected places offer a unique perspective on theology and sexuality.

Discover how Jesus exemplified justice and mercy through His life, urging us to extend that same love to others. Explore the challenge of modern busyness and its impact on genuine connections in a fast-paced world. Learn about the importance of stewardship and living with intentional margins, allowing us to prioritize helping those in need. The discussion dives into biblical stories, like Ruth and Boaz, encouraging selflessness and righteous living as we embody justice and mercy in our daily actions.

This Sunday, Pastor Jon continued our Fall sermon series, The Jesus Stuff, by digging into the most controversial aspect of Jesus's ministry: who He ate with. Jesus created space for people to encounter the Father's scandalous grace.

This Sunday, Pastor Jon continued our Fall sermon series, The Jesus Stuff, by taking a deeper look at the importance of communion with God in the secret place. The source of flourishing in Jesus' ministry was His consistent time withdrawing to the secret place to pray and spend time with His Father, and through His death and resurrection we also have access to this source of life.

This Sunday, Pastor Suzy continued our Fall sermon series, The Jesus Stuff, by diving into the importance of being dependent on the Holy Spirit and interdependent on the body of Christ.

This Sunday, guest Pastor Darren Rouanzoin continued our Fall sermon series, The Jesus Stuff, with a powerful and practical teaching on healing. When we look at the ministry of Jesus, it is clear that He prioritized preaching the Kingdom, healing the sick, and casting out demons, and as His followers, we are called to continue this ministry here on earth through the power of the Holy Spirit.