CityLife Church

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through the powerful letter that was inspired by the Holy Spirit for the church. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work. This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus. Join us as we explore themes like: -Newness in Christ -The Power of Grace -Unity in the Church -Giving God Glory Living a life worthy of the calling. Whether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through the powerful letter that was inspired by the Holy Spirit for the church. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work. This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus. Join us as we explore themes like: -Newness in Christ -The Power of Grace -Unity in the Church -Giving God Glory Living a life worthy of the calling. Whether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

At CityLife, we are always shaping the culture of our church. Our goal is not simply to gather people on Sundays, but to form disciples who learn to see every part of life through the lens of following Jesus.One of the most important parts of that culture is outreach. We believe that if we are not becoming more mission minded, caring deeply for the people in our lives and the city around us, then we are not being formed into the kind of people Jesus calls us to be.That is why every time our calendar gives us a fifth Sunday, we dedicate it to a Missional Sunday, a chance to refocus our hearts on God's mission and our role in it.In this sermon, we explore Acts 8:26 to 40, where the Holy Spirit orchestrates a divine encounter between Philip and an Ethiopian official. Through this powerful story, we discover what it looks like to be led by the Spirit, attentive to God's direction, and ready to share the hope of Jesus with others.Join us as we learn how God still creates divine appointments today, and how we can be ready when He does.

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through the powerful letter that was inspired by the Holy Spirit for the church. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work.This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus.Join us as we explore themes like:-Newness in Christ-The Power of Grace-Unity in the Church-Giving God GloryLiving a life worthy of the calling.Whether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through the powerful letter that was inspired by the Holy Spirit for the church. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work.This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus.Join us as we explore themes like:-Newness in Christ-The Power of Grace-Unity in the Church-Giving God GloryLiving a life worthy of the calling.Whether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through the powerful letter that was inspired by the Holy Spirit for the church. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work.This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus.Join us as we explore themes like:Newness in ChristThe Power of GraceUnity in the ChurchGiving God GloryLiving a life worthy of the calling.Whether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

The beginning of Ephesians 2, Paul continues the building important pillars of a believer’s faith. He contrasts what he shared about God’s character and reason for choosing us and adopting us as sons and daughters through Christ with the reality of our human condition without Him. Paul drives the reader to come to terms with what our life was like before salvation, which adds gravity to the saving grace of the Father.

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through the powerful letter that was inspired by the Holy Spirit for the church. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work.This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus.Join us as we explore themes like:- Newness in Christ- The Power of Grace- Unity in the Church- Giving God GloryLiving a life worthy of the calling.Whether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

In this series through Ephesians, we walk verse by verse through one of the most powerful letters in the New Testament. From the foundation of our identity in Christ, to the reality of grace, to what it looks like be God’s new human & new society, Ephesians gives a full picture of the Gospel at work.This is not just theology to understand. It is truth that reshapes how you think, how you live, and how you follow Jesus.Join us as we explore themes like:Newness in ChristThe power of graceUnity in the ChurchGiving God GloryLiving a life worthy of the callingWhether you are new to the Bible or have followed Jesus for years, this series will challenge you and ground you in what matters most.

Today we conclude a three part sermon series on the mockery that Jesus both endured at the cross and continues to take on today.In Luke 24, Jesus walks with two disciples on the road to Emmaus and shows them from “Moses and all the Prophets” that the Christ would save through suffering.In week one, we explored how the Old Testament foretold the mockery Jesus would face. Last week, we saw how the Resurrection became His vindication, yet the world still mocks Him today.This week we turn to His return, when that mockery will end forever.Join us as we walk through 2 Peter 3:8 to 15a and consider both the patience of God in this present moment and the coming day when our King will be fully revealed and never mocked again.

Christ is risen! The resurrection of Jesus isn’t just important—it’s everything. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul says if Christ hasn’t been raised, our faith is empty. But He has been raised & our hope is real, sin is defeated, and death doesn’t have the final word.The message the apostles proclaimed is simple and powerful: the King is alive.This Easter, come and consider what that means for you. Because if Jesus rose from the dead, it changes everything.

What if the cross wasn’t a surprise but a promise?In this message, we explore Psalm 22 and see how it prophetically reveals a suffering Savior centuries before Jesus was born. From the cry, “My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?” to the scenes of mockery, piercing, and public shame, this psalm shows that the cross was never accidental—Jesus wasn’t caught in tragedy; He was fulfilling a divine plan.Yet Psalm 22 doesn’t end in suffering it moves toward victory. What begins in anguish rises into global worship, declaring that through His suffering, salvation would reach the nations. This message invites you to see the cross not just as a moment of pain, but as the promised path of redemption from the very beginning.

Following Jesus means allowing the Spirit to shape every part of our lives, including how we think. In 2026, we’re exploring a sermon series called The Mind of the Believer, where we examine everyday thoughts and ask whether they align with the heart and knowledge of God. Because real maturity often begins in the mind. All people live out what they think.This week, we take a closer look at how we make decisions through a familiar phrase: “If this isn’t what God wants for me, I need Him to close this door.”Is that how God actually leads us?Join us as we examine this idea and grow in a deeper, more faithful approach to decision-making.Passage: John 15:1–11

Where is your joy rooted? As we grow in Christ, we’re called to be truly satisfied and content, but that often takes more than good intentions. In this message we examine our minds and hearts to uncover where our joy really comes from and how to anchor it in Jesus. Join us as we examine lasting joy, deeper maturity, and a faith that transforms everyday life. Join us so that we can walk this journey together.

Our lives are shaped by our thoughts. In this message from Second Corinthians 10:1–6, we look at how followers of Jesus can confront false ideas, dismantle mental strongholds, and learn to take every thought captive to Christ.Join us as we examine this important passage.

This week we continue our journey through Nehemiah, picking up right where we left off. Israel celebrates the Festival of Booths and then then gather for their solemn assembly. Big Idea: Hunger for God Leads us to His Word, and His Word leads us into His ways… and only sustained hunger keeps us in remembrance.”Join us as we read Nehemiah 9 (and 13) and unpack how a growing hunger for Scripture shapes our lives and draws us deeper into God’s purposes.

This week we continue our journey through Nehemiah, picking up right where we left off. As the people hunger for God’s Word, they discover the Festival of Booths and step into renewed obedience and worship.Big Idea: Hunger for God leads us to His Word, and His Word leads us into His ways.Join us as we read Nehemiah 8:13–18 and unpack how a growing hunger for Scripture shapes our lives and draws us deeper into God’s purposes.

What happens when God’s people rediscover a hunger for Him?In Nehemiah 8, a weary and rebuilding people gather simply to hear God’s Word. As Ezra reads, they begin to weep — not out of shame, but awakening. They realize who God is, who they are, and what their hearts have been missing.This message explores the difference between religious activity and real pursuit, and invites us to ask an honest question: What do our hearts truly hunger for? Because when God awakens holy hunger, He restores joy, renews strength, and draws His people back to Himself.If your faith has felt dry, distant, or routine, this message is an invitation to rediscover the beauty of hungering for God.

Psalm 90 beautifully reframes how we see our time on earth. Life is short, so how do we order our priorities and steward our days well? This message invites us to pursue maturity, expectation, and ambition with eternal perspective.

Welcome to 2026, CityLife!A new year is an opportunity to pay attention to what God is doing—in our lives, in our church, in Jersey City, and in the world around us.Two weeks ago we began a new series introducing CityLife’s Formation Themes for 2026. These themes will shape how we live, lead, and grow together, helping us be intentional about our formation as disciples of Jesus in the year ahead.Each week, leading up to our Family Meeting on January 25, we’ll unpack one formation theme and explore how it invites us to deeper faithfulness.This week’s focus: Ambition. We are called to be people of great ambition.What does it really mean to be ambitious with God so that we live the abundant life that Jesus told us about?We’re glad you’re here. Let’s step into 2026 together.

Welcome to 2026, CityLife!A new year is an opportunity to pay attention to what God is doing—in our lives, in our church, in Jersey City, and in the world around us.Last week we began a new series introducing CityLife’s Formation Themes for 2026. These themes will shape how we live, lead, and grow together, helping us be intentional about our formation as disciples of Jesus in the year ahead.Each week, leading up to our Family Meeting on January 25, we’ll unpack one formation theme and explore how it invites us to deeper faithfulness.This week’s focus: Expectation. We are called to be people of great expectation.What does it really mean to have the right expectation of God so that we live the abundant life that Jesus told us about?We’re glad you’re here. Let’s step into 2026 together.

Welcome to 2026, CityLife!A new year is an opportunity to pay attention to what God is doing—in our lives, in our church, in Jersey City, and in the world around us.This week we begin a new series introducing CityLife’s Formation Themes for 2026. These themes will shape how we live, lead, and grow together, helping us be intentional about our formation as disciples of Jesus in the year ahead.Each week, leading up to our Family Meeting on January 25, we’ll unpack one formation theme and explore how it invites us to deeper faithfulness.This week’s focus: Maturity in Christ.What does it really mean to grow up in our faith—and how does God form that kind of life in us?We’re glad you’re here. Let’s step into 2026 together.

As we close out 2025, this final sermon is an invitation. An invitation to bring everything that has shaped this year—its joys, losses, questions, and growth—before God. It’s also a moment to prepare our hearts for what’s ahead. In this message, we’re invited to consider Jesus as our Shepherd, the One who leads, protects, and guides us through every season of life. What does it look like to walk into a new year with the Good Shepherd leading the way?

This Advent, we’re exploring how each Gospel uniquely introduces Jesus.Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John each open their stories in a distinct way—different angles, different emphases, yet all pointing to the same Savior. Together, they give us a fuller, richer picture of who Jesus is and why His coming matters.Join us as we journey through these four introductions and rediscover the wonder of Christ’s arrival in fresh and meaningful ways. This week we’re looking at how John introduces us to The Word.

This Advent, we’re exploring how each Gospel uniquely introduces Jesus.Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John each open their stories in a distinct way—different angles, different emphases, yet all pointing to the same Savior. Together, they give us a fuller, richer picture of who Jesus is and why His coming matters.Join us as we journey through these four introductions and rediscover the wonder of Christ’s arrival in fresh and meaningful ways. This week we’re looking at how Matthew introduces our Savior.

This Advent, we’re exploring how each Gospel uniquely introduces Jesus.Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John each open their stories in a distinct way—different angles, different emphases, yet all pointing to the same Savior. Together, they give us a fuller, richer picture of who Jesus is and why His coming matters.Join us as we journey through these four introductions and rediscover the wonder of Christ’s arrival in fresh and meaningful ways. This week we’re looking at how Luke introduces our Savior.

This Advent, we’re exploring how each Gospel uniquely introduces Jesus.Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John each open their stories in a distinct way—different angles, different emphases, yet all pointing to the same Savior. Together, they give us a fuller, richer picture of who Jesus is and why His coming matters.Join us as we journey through these four introductions and rediscover the wonder of Christ’s arrival in fresh and meaningful ways. This week we’re looking at how Luke introduces our Savior.

We live in a world that isn’t our home—sojourners and exiles shaped by a greater Kingdom.This week’s message explores how our identity as God’s people frees us to live missionally, generously, and open-handedly. Because we belong to God before anything else, we can give more, love more, and invest boldly in His mission. In 1 Peter 2:9–12 we’re reminded who we are—and in that identity we join the long legacy of God walking with those who live as sojourners and exiles in this world.

This week we are in week four of a four-week journey through Romans 8 — one of the most powerful chapters in all of Scripture.In this series, we’ll see how Romans 8 beautifully weaves together our two preaching themes for 2025: Freedom and The Will. The Spirit & Paul shows us what it means to live free in Christ and how that freedom transforms our desires, choices, and purpose.Join us as we discover the deep implications and life-giving applications of these two themes in the life of every believer.

This week we are in week three of a four-week journey through Romans 8 — one of the most powerful chapters in all of Scripture.In this series, we’ll see how Romans 8 beautifully weaves together our two preaching themes for 2025: Freedom and The Will. The Spirit & Paul shows us what it means to live free in Christ and how that freedom transforms our desires, choices, and purpose.Join us as we discover the deep implications and life-giving applications of these two themes in the life of every believer.

This week we begin are in week two of a four-week journey through Romans 8 — one of the most powerful chapters in all of Scripture.In this series, we’ll see how Romans 8 beautifully weaves together our two preaching themes for 2025: Freedom and The Will. The Spirit & Paul shows us what it means to live free in Christ and how that freedom transforms our desires, choices, and purpose.Join us as we discover the deep implications and life-giving applications of these two themes in the life of every believer.

This week we begin a four-week journey through Romans 8 — one of the most powerful chapters in all of Scripture.In this series, we’ll see how Romans 8 beautifully weaves together our two preaching themes for 2025: Freedom and The Will. The Spirit & Paul shows us what it means to live free in Christ and how that freedom transforms our desires, choices, and purpose.Join us as we discover the deep implications and life-giving applications of these two themes in the life of every believer.

The victory of Jesus isn’t just our destination — it’s our joy along the way. We run the race with confidence, knowing His triumph is already ours.

How do we know that the gospel is alive in our souls?This week’s stand alone sermon comes out of Jeremiah 2:1–13 and it explores the truth that the gospel is never still — it comes with movement. When the good news of Jesus takes root in our hearts, it produces change, renewal, and life that can’t help but flow outward.Join us as we look at how God calls His people to recognize when His life-giving gospel is no longer moving freely — and how to return to the living water that never runs dry.

This week we take a look at a central theme in Abraham’s life — God is the One who sees, and His followers are the ones who listen to His voice.Throughout Abraham’s story, we watch him — along with Sarah and even Hagar — learn what it means to be led by God’s voice. Each of them reveals something powerful about the God of the Bible: He is the One who sees us, knows us, and meets us right where we are.Listen in and consider how God might be calling you to be led by His voice today.

A look at David’s description of God’s divine attributes of omnipotence, omnipresence, and omniscience that end in David’s marvel, longing, and plea.

Rev. Jessica Mitchell, one of our Metro District staff members, joined us at CityLife to share a powerful word about how God uses the everyday work of everyday Christians. When we surrender our common lives to the Spirit, God does extraordinary things—bringing change in us and in the world around us. Don’t miss this powerful message on how your daily life can become Kingdom work.

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

At CityLife, transparency matters.This Sunday, we shared a fresh update on our vision for 2025—including what we’re preaching through, the projects currently happening in our church, and a clear look at our finances. Take a moment to catch up and hear how we're doing as a church family.

Every time a month has five Sundays, we’re dedicating that extra week to something big—living on mission. At CityLife, we believe outreach matters. In this recurring series, we’ll cast vision and build a biblical foundation for serving our city and engaging in global missions. Join us as we learn what it means to live outwardly focused and make an impact!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!

Discover the powerful message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, where Paul reveals how Jesus’ second coming shapes every aspect of a Holy Spirit-filled life. This sermon series invites us to explore how the anticipation of Christ’s return inspires us to live with purpose, courage, and holiness. Together, let’s walk in the hope and power of His coming!