Church of the City New York

This podcast delves into the destructive power of lust, contrasting it with love and integrity in Jesus. It discusses societal influences on sexual desire, the normalization of porn, and the need for self-reflection. The chapters explore Jesus' teachings on lust, the church's handling of sexual sin, and the transformative power of redirecting lust towards divine purposes.

Pastor Suzy Silk discusses the Seven Deadly Sin of Gluttony, emphasizing the dangers of over-consuming for pleasure outside of intimacy with God. She explores the concept of gluttony beyond food, the importance of struggle in Christian life, and finding true satisfaction in spiritual fulfillment rather than material indulgence.

The podcast explores the concept of the seven deadly sins, focusing on greed and its impact on trauma, abuse, and injustice in the modern world. It discusses the dangers and consequences of greed, emphasizes the importance of properly ordering our loves, and explores the power of grace, gratitude, and contentment in combating selfishness.

Jon Tyson teaches about leveraging money for the Kingdom and developing a vision and theology of giving. He emphasizes the importance of having a Godward view of giving and highlights the nature of giving in Christianity. He also explores the dangers of Mammon and the love of money, and the power of secret and spontaneous giving.

Pastor Jon Tyson teaches about leveraging our love and the importance of having an undivided heart. He discusses topics such as personal transformation, the power of identity, idolatry and disordered love, healing wounds, and seeking God's purpose and repentance.

The podcast explores the concept of time and how we can leverage it for God's glory. It discusses the importance of intentional living, the sacredness of the Sabbath, and the contrast between biblical wisdom and cultural wisdom. Jesus' approach to time is also highlighted, showcasing his confidence in divine timing and his willingness to help others.

Pastor Suzy Silk discusses leveraging spiritual gifts for the Kingdom of God, emphasizing living a purposeful life in alignment with biblical teachings, and the importance of using gifts to build up the body of Christ with love and humility.

Pastor Jon Tyson discusses how to live a life without regret and fully leverage it for the Kingdom of God. Topics include different types of regrets, the importance of wise decisions and leveraging time, the myth of reinvention, navigating secularism and chaos, trusting external metrics, shaping identity through narratives, and the transformative power of God's compassion.

The podcast explores the impact of Jesus' birth, fulfilling people's desires and offering forgiveness, justice, peace, and love. It reflects on waiting, hopeful expectation, and the sudden change brought about by Jesus. It also discusses how God ends our waiting in unexpected ways, using the example of ordinary shepherds. The fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus' arrival and the meaning of the hymn 'The First Noel' in bringing spiritual rebirth and God's presence among us are highlighted.

Learn about the shepherds' response to Jesus' birth and their childlike faith. Discover the origins of the hymn 'O Come, All Ye Faithful' and practical ways to live out the message of adoration during Advent.