Citylight Bennington: Recent Episodes
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As we continue our series on Colossians, Pastor Glenn Lawson answers this important question: What does it look like to make Jesus your Lord?
As we continue our study over Paul's letter to the Colossian church, Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches on an amazing truth: that the Good News of God's salvation was concealed for generations until the coming of Jesus Christ, through whom salvation and eternal life became available to us.
As we continue our sermon series on the letter to the Colossians, Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. hones in on three things we've done when we were enemies of God, and preaches the Good News that God made a way to reconcile us to Him so we are no longer enemies.
As we continue our study of Paul's letter to the Colossians, Pastor Glenn Lawson hones in on the single most important aspect of our faith. What promises does God give to those who choose to prioritize this?
As we continue through our deep-dive study over Paul's letter to the Colossians, Pastor Glenn Lawson hones in on the truth that ALL things were created for Jesus.
As we continue our study of Paul's letter to the Colossians, Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. covers three intangtibles that are required in order to please God, produce fruit, and learn to know God better.
As we begin a study over Paul's epistle to the Colossians, Pastor Glenn Lawson takes an in-depth look at the following question: "What is the Gospel?"
Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches through Luke 24, talking about how Jesus' resurrection promises us new life through Him.
In Exodus chapter 40, Israel prepares to leave Mount Sinai behind and go on a long journey through the wilderness. As we move through our own journeys in life, we can reflect upon Exodus 34 to understand the mercy, compassion, and patience of our God.
Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches through chapters 37-38 of Exodus, which contains further instructions for Israel's priesthood and Tabernacle. How can we see Jesus in the Tabernacle instructions and construction?
In chapter 35 of Exodus, the Israelites eagerly and willingly give of their skills and talents to build God's tabernacle. Pastor Glenn Lawson expounds on the idea of being willing and eager to serve God, and invites us to ask ourselves one important question: Are we willing?
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches through Exodus 33, where God removes Himself from the presence of Israel due to their sin. Roy uses this chapter to explain an important fact: our sin puts distance between us and God, and restoring that relationship requires prayer and repentance.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches through Exodus 32, the famous scene where the Israelites make a golden calf and worship it at the base of Mount Sinai. What motivated this act of idolatry? And how can it compare to our walks with Christ in modern times?
In Exodus chapters 28 and 29, God establishes the priesthood for Israel. Pastor Glenn Lawson covers this topic, with a focus on what priesthood means for those who have accepted Jesus.
Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches through Exodus 25, in which God commands the Israelites to build a Tabernacle to house His presence and commune with His people. What is the New Testament version of the Tabernacle? How does He want to commune with us today?
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches through chapter 24 of Exodus, where Moses, Aaron, and the elders of Israel enter into the presence of God and enjoy a covenant meal with Him. As he covers this text, Roy encourages us to enjoy the presence of God, for He loves us and wants to spend time with us.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. covers chapters 21 through 23 of Exodus, which is a series of case studies on God's law. He examines the deeper meaning behind these laws, as explained by Jesus in Matthew chapter 22: "Love your neighbor as yourself."
In Exodus 20:20, God tells Israel not to fear anything but Him. Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches over the topic of fear. What does the Bible say about fear? And what does it mean to fear God?
The Tenth Commandment is a warning against coveting: wanting things others have, that we do not have. Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. covers the dangers of coveting, and provides Biblical insight into the cure.
The Ninth Commandment is often explained as "You shall not lie." Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches on this topic and goes into much more detail on what it means to bear false witness, which is ultimately a heart issue that can only be fixed by Jesus.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. covers the Eighth Commandment, "You must not steal." What are some forms of stealing that Christians may be tempted to give in to? What is the root behind the desire to steal? And what is the Biblical antidote for anyone who struggles with this?
The Seventh Commandment states "You must not commit adultery." What does the Bible say about marriage and adultery? Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches through this culturally-controversial topic to explain God's heart behind this commandment, and provides some practical tips on how Christians can better follow God's will in their lives.
The Sixth Commandment states "You must not murder." How is murder defined according to the Bible? Are there exceptions? Finally, what does Jesus have to say about the heart of this commandment? Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. explores the Sixth Commandment as we continue our series through Exodus and the Ten Commandments.
Pastors Roy Helu, Jr. and Glenn Lawson team up to answer a panel of questions submitted by the Citylight Bennington body.
What does it mean to have peace with God? How is it attained? Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches on this topic as we celebrate Jesus' birth this Christmas Eve.
The Fifth Commandment states "Honor your father and mother." Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. examines this commandment, and encourages us on what this means in our lives--even when our parents are less than perfect.
Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches through the Fourth Commandment: "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy." What is the Sabbath day? Why should we observe it? What are the consequences if we don't?
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. brings us to the third of the Ten Commandments: "You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain." Have you taken on the name of Jesus Christ? How do you represent Him to the world around you?
Glenn Lawson preaches through the second of the Ten Commandments, and explains how a faulty mental image of God can diminish our worship of Him and our freedom in Him. What do these faulty or counterfeit images look like? Where do they come from, how do they affect us, and, most importantly, how can you be set free from them?
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. takes us into Exodus chapter 20, and preaches a deep dive on the first of the Ten Commandments: "You must not have any other god but Me." What does this mean in our lives today? Roy offers some practical wisdom to help us examine our lives and identify other "gods" that put distance between us and the one true God.
In chapter 19 of Exodus, the Israelites have come to Mount Sinai in preparation for receiving the Ten Commandments. What do the Ten Commandments mean to us today as Christians or as Americans? Pastor Glenn Lawson provides a spiritual, historical, and cultural overview to introduce us to God's law.
Pastor Glenn Lawson teaches through Exodus chapters 15 through 17, where the Israelites spend 40 years in the wilderness and grumble at God's provision over their lives. What happens to our relationship with God when we gossip and complain? What is the healthy way of dealing with those issues? And how can we learn to be content in our circumstances?
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches through Exodus chapters 13 and 14, where the Hebrews find themselves trapped and without hope. But then God arrives to deliver them from their enemies.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches through the Passover in Exodus chapter 12. What similarities can you find between God's requirements for the Passover lamb, and Jesus?
Pastor Glenn Lawson examines the classic story of the plagues of Egypt in Exodus chapters 7 through 11, and shows how God used those plagues to shake Egypt's faith in its idols. We may not worship statues of wood or gold, but idolatry still exists today. How can you identify idols in your life? Is there anything in your life that is keeping you from enjoying a closer relationship with God?
Pastors Glenn Lawson and Roy Helu, Jr. team up to cover an important topic in current events: the 2024 elections. What does the Bible say about government? And what are some practical Biblical and spiritual considerations that affect how Christians should approach politics and voting?
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches through chapter 5 of Exodus, where Pharaoh, king of Egypt, hardens his heart and oppresses the Hebrew people. Roy uses this example to demonstrate the characteristics and dangers of a hard heart, and encourages us to examine and soften our own hearts before God.
Pastor Glenn Lawson preaches through Exodus chapters 3 and 4, where God assigns Moses a task but Moses keeps making excuses on why he isn't right for the job. What is God calling you to do in this season of life? Are you allowing fear and insecurity to hold you back, rather than relying on God to strengthen you for His calling for your life?
What does God's timing look like in your life? Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. brings us to the example of Moses in Exodus 2, to show us that God's timing is perfect, and to illustrate the dangers of getting ahead of God's timing for your life.
Pastor Glenn Lawson kicks off our study of the book of Exodus with a brief review of how the Hebrews came to be enslaved in Egypt, a description of the injustices they suffered, and a foreshadowing of the deliverance God will provide.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. takes us through chapters 22 and 23 of Luke, where Jesus is brutally beaten and flogged prior to His crucifixion. But our encouragement is this: to consider Him who did that for us. He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities. The punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His wounds we are healed.
Pastor Glenn Lawson describes the empathy Jesus has for us when we are rejected or fear rejection, because Jesus Himself faced ultimate rejection as He is betrayed by Judas, Peter, and others in chapter 22 of Luke.
What should we do when our desires don't line up with God's will? Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. gives us the perfect example from chapter 22 of Luke, where Jesus himself faces a disconnect between his desires and the will of God the Father.
Pastor Glenn Lawson leads us through Luke chapter 21, where Jesus tells His disciples what the world will look like as we approach the time of His return. What do you think of when you hear Jesus' prophetic descriptions of the end times?
What do we know about heaven? Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. answers this as we continue our series on the Gospel of Luke.
Pastor Glenn Lawson brings us to chapter 18 of the Gospel of Luke, where a blind beggar meets Jesus and asks for his sight. Jesus heals the man and answers "Your faith has made you well." What does it truly mean for Jesus to make you well?
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Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. brings us to Luke chapter 17, where Jesus heals ten lepers but only one shows any gratitude, and uses this example to illustrate the importance of living a life of gratitude towards Jesus who paid an unfathomable penalty to set us free.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. takes us through Luke 16, where Jesus provides the most vivid description of what will happen to people who reject His free gift of redemption.
Pastor Vaughn Perez takes us to Luke 15, to the famous parable of the prodigal son, and shows us how both sons were lost in their own unique ways. Does either son's attitude resonate with you? What do the father's responses to his sons teach us about God's love for us?
As we continue our study through the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. takes us through Chapter 14 versus 25 - 28, where Jesus warns His disciples about the cost of following Him.
As we continue our study through the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Glenn Lawson brings us to Chapter 14, where Jesus confronts some self-righteous religious leaders who seek to entrap and condemn Him for healing someone.
As we continue our study through the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. brings us to Chapter 13, where Jesus responds to two tragedies.
In Luke chapter 12, Jesus gives several illustrations to His disciples about the day when He returns. Pastor Glenn Lawson covers this text and encourages you to ask yourself this vitally important question: Are you ready?
Anxiety is one of the leading mental health issues in the United States today. What does Jesus have to say about worry and anxiety? Find out in today's message as Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches from Chapter 12 of the Gospel of Luke.
In this sermon based on the text of Chapter 11 of the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Glenn Lawson talks about the single most important discipline in the life of any follower of Jesus: that of prayer.
In Luke chapter 10, we see two women with radically different attitudes around Jesus. Martha is so busy and distracted with doing that she is frustrated, and Mary, who is quietly sitting at the feet of Jesus. Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. offers some practical tips and encouragement on how we can reduce distraction and busyness in our lives in order to become closer to Jesus.
In chapter 10 of the Gospel of Luke, Jesus encounters a lawyer who questions Him about the two greatest commandments. Paster Glenn Lawson uses this exchange to examine what it looks like for a Christian to truly love his neighbor.
In Luke chapter 10, Jesus tells a parable about how the Kingdom of Heaven is a ripe harvest, but the harvesters are few, and encourages His followers to pray for more laborers. Pastor Glenn Lawson poses some critical questions every Christian should ask themselves. Are you an observer, or a disciple? A consumer, or a laborer? Part of a church audience, or of a church army?
In this study of Luke chapter 9, pastor Roy Helu, Jr. preaches on Christian unity, and the importance of serving Jesus in humility out of joy, without comparing ourselves to other people, groups, or churches.
In this message from chapter 8 of the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Glenn Lawson walks us through two different healing miracles performed by Jesus.
In this Easter message, Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. presents the Good News in its simplicity: that Jesus loved you enough that He willingly took on Your sin, died to pay your penalties, and then brought Himself out of the grave to prove who He was.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. takes us through Luke 7:36 - 50, examining the story of woman who worshipped Jesus because of how much He'd forgiven her, and encourages us to experience joy when we remember what He's forgiven us for.
As we continue our study through the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Glenn Lawson examines the compassion of Jesus shown through His miracles, as well as His reassurance to John the Baptist of His identity and the prophecies He fulfilled.
Pastor Roy Helu, Jr. walks us through the story of the Roman centurion in Luke chapter 7, whose faith in God was so strong that it amazed even Jesus.
In today's sermon drawing from chapter 6 of the Gospel of Luke, Pastor Glenn Lawson examines the true nature of the human heart and the importance of building your life upon the foundational rock of Jesus Christ.
What does Jesus mean when He says to love your enemies? Pastor Justin Larsen explores this difficult topic as we continue our series through the Gospel of Luke.