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This message begins by providing a historical backdrop to Pilate's role as the Roman governor of Judea, emphasizing his historical and archaeological verifiability, thus grounding the narrative in historical reality. The message then narrates the events leading up to and including Jesus' trial, highlighting the ironies and the legal and religious maneuvers of the Jewish leaders and Pilate's interactions with Jesus, which underscore the tension between earthly and divine authority. STAY CONNECTED Connection Link: https://bit.ly/2JFOl6Q CityChurch Facebook: https://bit.ly/39KaZW2 CityChurch Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K23QK CityChurch YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aItETN

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Pastor Chris explores Bartimaeus' persistent faith and vulnerability, highlighting the importance of asking Jesus for help. Despite societal disapproval, Bartimaeus boldly seeks Jesus, demonstrating genuine faith. The message emphasizes the significance of specific requests and the connection between faith and healing. The call to throw aside the cloak symbolizes letting go of past burdens. Ultimately, Jesus commends Bartimaeus' faith, heals him, and prompts reflection on what individuals would ask Jesus if He stood before them today. HIGHLIGHTS • Bartimaeus' persistence and recognition of Jesus as the Messiah are highlighted. He symbolically throws aside his cloak, demonstrating vulnerability and urgency. • Jesus, asking Bartimaeus, "What do you want me to do for you?" underscores the importance of specific requests and the connection between faith and healing. • Despite the potential societal judgment, Bartimaeus' faith is commended by Jesus, who heals him, prompting reflection on individual requests and the relationship between faith and miracles. STAY CONNECTED Connection Link: https://bit.ly/2JFOl6Q CityChurch Facebook: https://bit.ly/39KaZW2 CityChurch Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K23QK CityChurch YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aItETN Support City Church and help us continue to reach people in our city: https://bit.ly/3dYATci #Jesus #Encounter #CityChurchfw #ChrisFreeman

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Two compelling encounters with Jesus, focus on Jairus, a prominent synagogue leader, and a woman suffering from chronic illness. The narrative unfolds as these individuals navigate their desperate circumstances, seeking divine intervention from Jesus. Jairus, despite his high social standing, risks his reputation to plead for his dying daughter's life. Simultaneously, the woman, facing isolation due to her condition, takes a courageous step, believing in the healing power of Jesus. The message explores how faith and persistence lead to transformative encounters with Jesus, culminating in miraculous outcomes. HIGHLIGHTS • Jairus, a respected synagogue leader, seeks Jesus' help for his dying daughter, defying societal expectations. • The woman, afflicted with chronic bleeding for 12 years, exhibits unwavering faith in Jesus' healing power by touching his garment. • Both encounters highlight the transformative impact of faith and persistence in seeking divine intervention. • The message concludes with the resurrection of Jairus' daughter, showcasing Jesus' power over death and reinforcing the theme of unwavering faith. STAY CONNECTED Connection Link: https://bit.ly/2JFOl6Q CityChurch Facebook: https://bit.ly/39KaZW2 CityChurch Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K23QK CityChurch YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aItETN Support City Church and help us continue to reach people in our city: https://bit.ly/3dYATci #Jesus #Encounter #CityChurchfw #ChrisFreeman

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The narrative unfolds with the unexpected engagement between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at a well, challenging societal norms by acknowledging her worth and offering spiritual insights. This encounter becomes transformative for the woman as she progresses from initial skepticism to recognizing Jesus' prophetic understanding of her life. It emphasizes the importance of embracing marginalized individuals and redefines the essence of genuine worship beyond traditional confines. HIGHLIGHTS • Series Introduction: This series delves into various encounters people had with Jesus in the Gospels, exploring their perspectives and how Jesus impacted their lives. • Context of Encounters: Positioned between conversations with powerful men, the encounter with the Samaritan woman stands out as the longest dialogue Jesus has with anyone in the Bible. • Unexpected Encounter: Jesus engages a Samaritan woman, an outcast, at a well, breaking societal norms by acknowledging her worth and offering her spiritual fulfillment. STAY CONNECTED Connection Link: https://bit.ly/2JFOl6Q CityChurch Facebook: https://bit.ly/39KaZW2 CityChurch Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K23QK CityChurch YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aItETN Support City Church and help us continue to reach people in our city: https://bit.ly/3dYATci #Jesus #Encounter #CityChurchfw #ChrisFreeman

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This message explores the Christmas narrative from Luke 2, emphasizing Joseph and Mary's seclusion in Bethlehem. It addresses Joseph's personal struggle in an unexpected situation and expands the discussion to various scenarios where individuals might experience loneliness or abandonment. Pastor Chris concludes by inviting viewers to discover the true essence of Christmas by embracing the presence of Jesus and underlines the importance of a supportive community for those feeling alone. HIGHLIGHTS • The emotional weight of loneliness can be profound, as seen in the experiences of individuals navigating unexpected and challenging circumstances, much like Joseph and Mary in the Christmas story. • Despite the feeling of isolation, the underlying message emphasizes that, as in the biblical narrative, there's a profound sense of divine presence, promising companionship through life's trials.    STAY CONNECTED Connection Link: https://bit.ly/2JFOl6Q CityChurch Facebook: https://bit.ly/39KaZW2 CityChurch Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K23QK CityChurch YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aItETN Support City Church and help us continue to reach people in our city: https://bit.ly/3dYATci #Christmas #CityChurchfw #ChrisFreeman

Pastor Chris dives into God's generosity in creating the world and humanity's subsequent disobedience, leading to a promise of redemption. The message emphasizes the significance of Christ's death, resurrection, and eyewitness accounts to authenticate these events. It concludes by envisioning eternal life, highlighting a place devoid of sin's curse and the responsibility to exemplify its essence in the present. HIGHLIGHTS Emphasizes God's generosity in creating a perfect world and humanity's disobedience, leading to a promise of redemption. Focuses on Christ's death, resurrection, and the importance of eyewitness testimony to authenticate these pivotal events. Envisions eternal life as a realm free from sin's curse, contrasting it with the temporary nature of earthly life.    STAY CONNECTED Connection Link: https://bit.ly/2JFOl6Q CityChurch Facebook: https://bit.ly/39KaZW2 CityChurch Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K23QK CityChurch YouTube: https://bit.ly/3aItETN Support City Church and help us continue to reach people in our city: https://bit.ly/3dYATci #God #Generous #TheGodWhoGives #CityChurchfw #ChrisFreeman