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City Light Church - Michigan
Hosted by Pastor Jason Rollin · EN
Welcome to the City Light Church podcast. Our hope is that these messages encourage you on your journey to know Jesus better.
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Week 5 - Freedom From Sin
1w ago00:46:30Tap to summarizeWhat if the key to overcoming sin isn't trying harder—but realizing who you already are in Christ?In Week 5 of our When in Romans series, we dive into Romans 6 and discover the incredible freedom Jesus has won for every believer. If you've ever wondered why you still struggle with temptation, this message will remind you that your identity has changed. You are no longer a slave to sin—you are alive in Christ.In this message you'll discover:Why God's grace is never a license to sinWhy temptation is still a battle for every believerWhat it means to be dead to sin and alive in ChristThree biblical keys to lasting freedom: Know It. Count It. Surrender It.How Jesus continues to stand as your Advocate, even when you failNo matter how many times you've stumbled, God hasn't given up on you. Freedom isn't found in self-improvement—it's found in surrendering your life to Jesus.
Transcribe →Week 4 - Steps to Hope
2w ago00:46:33Tap to summarizeWhat if your greatest struggle is the very thing God is using to build unshakable hope?In Week 4 of our When in Romans series, we unpack Romans 5:1-5 and discover that biblical hope isn't wishful thinking—it's the confident assurance that God is faithful.In this message, you'll learn:• What it means to be justified by faith• How suffering produces endurance, character, and hope• Why your trials have purpose• How to find lasting peace and hope in Christ
Transcribe →Week 2 - Now, The Bad News
4w ago00:42:55Tap to summarizeBefore we can truly appreciate the Good News of the Gospel, we have to understand the bad news.In Romans 1, the Apostle Paul confronts one of the most challenging truths in all of Scripture: humanity's rejection of God, the reality of God's wrath, and the devastating consequences of sin. While our culture often wants to redefine truth, Romans calls us back to what God has revealed.In this message, we'll explore:• What the Bible really means by the wrath of God• Why people suppress the truth about God• How rejecting God leads to spiritual darkness• What Paul means by "God gave them over"• The dangers of idolatry, moral inversion, and a debased mind• Why understanding our sin makes the Gospel the greatest news everNo matter how broken our past may be, Romans doesn't end with condemnation—it points us to Jesus Christ, who died for sinners and offers forgiveness, grace, and eternal life to everyone who believes.
Transcribe →Week 1 - First, The Good News
Jun 2100:32:29Tap to summarizeWhat is the Gospel? Is it simply good advice, or is it something far greater?In Week 1 of our brand-new Romans series, Pastor Jason explores one of the most important words in the entire Bible: Gospel. Romans is often considered the Apostle Paul's greatest theological work, and it begins with a powerful reminder that the Gospel isn't about what we can do for God—it's about what God has already done for us through Jesus Christ.In this message you'll discover:✅ Why the Gospel is the best news you'll ever hear✅ How God's plan of salvation was established before the foundation of the world✅ Why Jesus is at the center of the Gospel message✅ How faith produces obedience—not legalism✅ Why the Gospel is for everyone✅ How the Gospel is the power of God for salvation✅ The incredible truth of Christ's righteousness being credited to believersRomans reminds us that no one is righteous on their own, but through faith in Jesus Christ we can be forgiven, redeemed, and made right with God.
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Week 8 - David Shuman
Jun 1400:50:17Tap to summarizePastor David Shuman shares on the shipwreck of the Apostle Paul.
Transcribe →Week - 7 Jerry Stone
Jun 700:39:24Tap to summarizeJerry Stone from Grow Churches
Transcribe →Week 6 - When The Church Prays
May 3100:48:35Tap to summarizeWhat happens when the church prays together?In Week 6 of our Shockwave series through the book of Acts, we dive into Acts 12 and discover the incredible power of united prayer. While Peter sat chained in prison awaiting trial, the church gathered to pray—and God responded with a miraculous deliverance that no one saw coming.This message explores three powerful truths:✅ When the church prays, miracles happen.✅ When the church prays, God does more than we ask.✅ When the church prays, the church grows.From angelic intervention and prison doors opening to the downfall of a persecuting king, Acts 12 reminds us that prayer is not a last resort—it is one of the greatest weapons God has given His people. If you've ever wondered whether prayer really makes a difference, this message will strengthen your faith and challenge you to believe God for the impossible.Join us as we discover what can happen when God's people stop watching from the sidelines and begin praying together.
Transcribe →Week 5 - God Can Save Anyone!
May 2400:48:22Tap to summarizeWhat happens when the grace of God collides with the hardest heart?This week in our Shockwave series through the book of Acts, we dive into one of the most powerful conversion stories in the entire Bible — the transformation of Saul into the Apostle Paul in Acts 9. A man who once persecuted Christians becomes one of the greatest followers of Jesus the world has ever known.This message is a reminder that no one is too far gone for the love and power of God. No past is too broken. No heart is too hard. No life is beyond redemption. God can save anyone.In this message, we explore:• Paul’s background and persecution of the church• The dramatic encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus• How salvation begins with divine contact• The role of conviction in bringing people to Christ• What true conversion and surrender look like• Why we should never stop praying for prodigals and unbelieversNo matter where you’ve been or what you’ve done, Jesus is still changing lives today.
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Identity & Purpose
May 1700:33:58Tap to summarizeWhat if the biggest questions in life are also the most important: Who am I? and Why am I here?In this powerful message, we discover that our identity should never be rooted in our appearance, achievements, relationships, or careers—because those things can change. True identity is found only in Jesus Christ.Through Matthew 16, we see that when Peter recognized who Jesus is, Jesus revealed who Peter was and what his purpose would be. The same is true for us today. When we make Jesus the center of our lives, He gives us an unshakable identity and a purpose that never changes.In this message, you'll learn:• Who God is and how deeply He loves you• Who you are in Christ• Your God-given purpose to love God, love people, and build His ChurchNo matter your age, season of life, or career path, your life has meaning. You were created on purpose for a purpose.Stop asking, “What is God’s plan for my life?” and start declaring, “My life is for God’s plan.”
Transcribe →Week 4 - How To Handle Persecution
May 300:47:22Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when your faith costs you something?In Week 4 of our Shockwave series, we dive into Acts chapter 4 and uncover how the early church responded when pressure, opposition, and persecution hit hard. While many of us in America live comfortably, millions of believers around the world are suffering for the name of Jesus right now—and Scripture makes it clear: if we truly follow Christ, we should expect it too. So how do we stand firm?In this powerful message, we learn from Peter and John—ordinary men who displayed extraordinary boldness in the face of intimidation, arrest, and threats. Their response gives us a blueprint for living courageously in a culture that increasingly pushes back against the Gospel.
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