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An Introduction to Galatians
An Introduction to Galatians

This fall we begin the sermon series on the book of Galatians. Listen as Dave sets the stage for the book of Galatians.

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GalatiansDave AinsworthAugust 25, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Jesus' Prayer for Unity (John 17:20-23)
Jesus' Prayer for Unity (John 17:20-23)

Unity appears to be scarce in the world around us today in politics, culture, etc. Jesus prayed for unity for believers in John 17. Though not apparent as we might hope, Jesus' prayer is being answered. Hear Dave preach about unity today as Jesus prayed for it in John 17.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthJuly 14, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
God, Satan, and Believers (John 17:15-19)
God, Satan, and Believers (John 17:15-19)

Jesus prayed to God that he would not take believers out of the world but that he would keep them from the evil one. The chief danger to Christians is Satan. Listen as Dave expounds on Jesus’ prayer.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthJuly 7, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
An Answer to Doubt (John 17:1-8)
An Answer to Doubt (John 17:1-8)

In the high priestly prayer, Jesus prayers for big things for the future church. He prays for wonderful things that no believers could ever achieve on their own. The church needs God the Father to work to make Jesus’ prayer reality. What confidence can anyone have that Jesus’ prayer will be answered?

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthJune 30, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Wait for New Eyes (John 16:16-33)
Wait for New Eyes (John 16:16-33)

What gets in the way of the disciples understanding of Jesus? What gets in the way of our understanding of Jesus? We need new eyes to see the truth of Jesus and the gospel. Hear Dave unpack Jesus’ words to his disciples about this.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthJune 23, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Not our Job (John 16:5-15)
Not our Job (John 16:5-15)

There is much that God is accomplishing in the world right now. There is much that Jesus asks of those who follow him. Listen as Dave looks at Christ's words in John 16 and brings clarity to what the role of a Christian is in God’s work.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthJune 16, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Feeling with the Persecuted Church (John 15:18-16:4)
Feeling with the Persecuted Church (John 15:18-16:4)

Jesus speaks to believers about the hatred that the world will have for them. Across the globe, millions of Christians face intense persecution. Listen as Dave speaks to the realities of the persecuted church.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthJune 2, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
I Call You Friend (John 15:12-17)
I Call You Friend (John 15:12-17)

Do you think of Jesus as friend? Jesus says you are His friend if you do what He commands. Listen as Dave explains what it means for Jesus to call believers friends.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthMay 26, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
I am the Vine (John 15:1-11)
I am the Vine (John 15:1-11)

Fruit is the outcome of obedience to God. Jesus instructs believers to abide in him in order to bear fruit. Listen to guest preacher Courtney Ameli explain Jesus’ words.

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Knowing God (John)Courtney AmeliMay 19, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Another Advocate (John 14:12-21)
Another Advocate (John 14:12-21)

Jesus declared to his disciples that whoever believes in him will do greater works than he did. How can this be possible, given that he is savior and Lord and those who believe are merely humans? Listen as Dave unpacks Jesus’ words.

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Knowing God (John)Dave AinsworthMay 12, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Qualitative Not Quantitative (2 Corinthians 4:16-5:5)
Qualitative Not Quantitative (2 Corinthians 4:16-5:5)

Paul describes believers as hard pressed on every side but not crushed, perplexed but not in despair. How can believers celebrate faith in the face of suffering. Listen to Dave as he unpacks the hope that Paul points to and the work that God is doing now.

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EastertideDave AinsworthApril 21, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
No Need for Magic (Colossians 3:1-4)
No Need for Magic (Colossians 3:1-4)

The Colossians desired to stop sinning, and looked to the traditions of the past to help them further their sanctification. Listen to Dave as he unpacks Paul redirects them to a new understanding of Christ.

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EastertideDave AinsworthApril 14, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Death is No Longer Deadly (John 20:1-11)
Death is No Longer Deadly (John 20:1-11)

To anyone who believes in Christ, death can no longer kill you. Listen as Dave speaks to Christ’s great victory over death through his crucifixion and resurrection.

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Seeing God (John)Dave AinsworthMarch 31, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
The Crucifixion, Death, and Burial (John 19:16b-42)
The Crucifixion, Death, and Burial (John 19:16b-42)

Last week, we heard of Jesus’ capture and trial on his road to the cross. Listen this week as Dave leads us through Jesus’ crucifixion as we continue on to Easter.

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Seeing God (John)Dave AinsworthMarch 24, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Roman Trial (John 18:28-19:16a)
Roman Trial (John 18:28-19:16a)

After entering Jerusalem , Jesus foretold of his own death. Within a week, he stood before Pontius Pilate and a Jewish mob, led by the Pharisees, demanding his crucifixion. In this sermon, Georgia walks us through the trial, highlighting and explaining the weight and meaning of this event.

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Seeing God (John)Georgia LeeMarch 17, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Peter's Denials (John 18:12-27)
Peter's Denials (John 18:12-27)

Peter, the rock upon which Jesus built the church, denied Christ three times on the night before the crucifixion. How could such a devoted follower do this? And what does Peter do with these failings? Listen as Dave speaks to Peter’s denials of Jesus.

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Seeing God (John)Dave AinsworthMarch 10, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Arrested in a Garden (John 18:1-11)
Arrested in a Garden (John 18:1-11)

In the Garden of Gethsemane, Judas leads a large group of soldiers to arrest Jesus. Listen to Dave as he unpacks Jesus’ words and actions in this sacred moment as we move closer towards the crucifixion.

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Seeing God (John)Dave AinsworthMarch 3, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
Glory in Death (John 12:27-36)
Glory in Death (John 12:27-36)

In the week before Jesus’ crucifixion, he shares with the crowd in Jerusalem that he will die. Listen to CJ as he unpacks this moment, Jesus’ experience and the glory that God has planned.

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Seeing God (John)C.J. BergmenFebruary 25, 2024Citizens ChurchDave Ainsworth
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We're currently in the season of Advent: the season of anticipating Jesus's birth and longing for his presence, his power, and his comfort. The past two weeks, we've lit candles representing hope and peace. This Sunday, we'll light the third candle &
For the next few weeks, we'll be sharing stories from folks within our church. Here's what Karisa wanted to share, based on the prompt: “What does Citizens mean to you? What has Citizens meant for your walk with Jesus?” Thank you, Karisa!
We're excited to share that we've surpassed 50% of our goal for our $52,500 Matching Grant! In the next 3 weeks, will you partner with us in helping our community move towards sustainability and growth?

Over the past decade, God has built Citizens C
The theme of this Sunday, the second week of Advent, is PEACE. In a world filled with violence, chaos, misinformation, and anxiety, we need the true peace that Jesus offers and embodies. During the season of Advent, we hear this benediction at the en

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