Two Cities Church

Two Cities Church
  • 0.0 (0)
  • CHRISTIANITY
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Weekly Messages from Two Cities Church in Winston Salem NC. Hear from Pastor Kyle Mercer and others as they walk through books of the Bible chapter by chapter and verse by verse. You can find out all about Two Cities Church at TwoCitiesChurch.net

  1. How to Raise Kids in a Digital Age - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E7

    1 DAY AGO

    How to Raise Kids in a Digital Age - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E7

    In this episode of Open Bible, Open Life, Pastor Kyle and Pastor Luke discuss what’s going wrong in modern parenting and why so many families feel overwhelmed. They explore key pressures parents face today, especially around technology, discipline, and cultural comparison, emphasizing the importance of united parenting, clear direction, and shaping a child’s heart rather than just behavior. The discussion highlights a biblical vision for parenting that aims to raise children who grow independent from their parents while becoming deeply dependent on God. The episode encourages parents to think long-term, prioritizing holiness, wisdom, and healthy formation over short-term ease or cultural approval.

    50 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Sin, Grace & God’s Faithfulness // Romans 3:1–8 - The Verdict

    Does our sin cancel God’s faithfulness? If God is gracious, does sin even matter? In Romans 3:1–8, Paul tackles the hardest questions about God’s justice, human failure, and the logic we use to justify ourselves. If everyone is guilty, is God unfair? If people don’t believe, has God failed? And if our sin highlights his grace, why not keep sinning? This message exposes the subtle ways we argue with God and twist grace into permission. It reminds us that spiritual privilege doesn’t remove accountability, human unbelief doesn’t nullify God’s faithfulness, and grace is never a license to sin. In this message you’ll learn:     •    Why having the Bible increases responsibility     •    Why human failure never cancels God’s faithfulness     •    How bad theology leads to bad living     •    Why God’s justice and mercy are not in conflict

    48 min
  3. Understanding the Times: The 9 Biggest Theology Stories of 2025 - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E6

    9 FEB

    Understanding the Times: The 9 Biggest Theology Stories of 2025 - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E6

    In this episode of Open Bible, Open Life, Pastor Kyle Mercer sits down with Pastor Spencer to walk through the nine biggest theology-shaping stories of 2025, helping Christians think biblically about a turbulent year. In this conversation, they cover: 1. Donald Trump returning to office and what that raises for Christians 2. The assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it has stirred up for public courage, security, and the changing way Christians engage culture 3. Zohran Mamdani elected mayor of New York City and a discussion around socialism, government-as-savior instincts, and worldview implications 4. Mass persecution of Christians in Nigeria and a call to remember and pray for the persecuted church 5. Israel and the rise of antisemitism, including questions about how Christians think about Israel through Scripture and eschatology 6. Australia restricting social media for teens and what that reveals about parenting, technology, and formation in the digital age 7. The passing of prominent Christian leaders, including John MacArthur, Voddie Baucham, James Dobson, and Kay Arthur, and the call for the next generation to “get in the game” 8. A new Archbishop of Canterbury (and what theological liberalism signals about institutional decline) 9. A new pope: Pope Leo XIV (discussed in contrast with Pope Francis) and why public perceptions of “Christianity” often get shaped by Catholic headlines From political upheaval and cultural flashpoints to persecution, church leadership shifts, and global faith questions, this conversation wrestles with how believers should engage the world without losing gospel clarity. The goal isn’t hot takes, but discernment to understand the times so the church knows how to live faithfully in them.

    42 min

  4. 8 FEB

    God Will Judge Everyone — But By What Standard? // Romans 2:12-29 - The Verdict

    In Romans 2, the Apostle Paul asks a confronting question: based on what does God judge a person? In this message, we explore God’s objective moral standard and why both religious and irreligious people are accountable before Him. Paul shows that while some have the written law, others have the law written on their hearts through conscience, and yet no one lives up to the standard they know. This passage exposes the danger of moral hypocrisy and false confidence in religious symbols, and it dismantles the idea that outward performance can save us. Romans 2 leads us to a clear verdict and points us to our only real hope: not moral effort, but redemption through Jesus Christ. In this message, you’ll learn: - What standard God actually uses to judge every person - Why conscience means no one is without moral knowledge - How religious effort can create false confidence and hypocrisy - Why outward signs and performance can’t save - Where real hope and redemption are found

    45 min
  5. Same-Sex Attraction and the Gospel: How Christians Should Respond - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E5

    2 FEB

    Same-Sex Attraction and the Gospel: How Christians Should Respond - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E5

    What do you do when someone you love experiences same-sex attraction? What if you are invited to a gay wedding? How should Christians think about homosexuality, sexuality, and identity with both conviction and compassion? In this episode of Open Bible, Open Life, Pastor Kyle and Pastor Spencer start where Christianity starts, not with sexual ethics, but with the gospel of Jesus Christ. From there, they walk through what Scripture teaches and how the church can respond with clarity, courage, and care. This conversation is especially for Christians who feel the weight of real relationships. A son or daughter. A sibling. A close friend. A coworker. These questions are not going away, and you are not alone in asking them. In this episode, you will hear: - Why the gospel must stay central in conversations about sexuality - How to think about same-sex attraction, orientation, identity, and behavior - Practical wisdom for engaging loved ones with tenderness and truth - Why God’s design is for human flourishing, not shame - A hopeful vision for holiness, growth, and obedience that leads to joy Resources Mentioned: - What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality? by Kevin Deyoung - Embodied by Preston Sprinkle - Recovering Biblical Manhood & Womanhood by Piper & Grudem - The Bible and Homosexual Practice by Gagnon - Love Into Light, Peter Hubbard fBook: Is God Anti-Gay? by Sam Allberry - Holy Sexuality and the Gospel by Christopher Yuan Subscribe for more conversations that bring God’s Word into your week.

    1h 12m

  6. 1 FEB

    All the Things You've Never Been Taught About Homosexuality // Romans 1:24-27 - The Verdict

    Why does sexuality feel so confusing, painful, and loaded for so many people today? In Romans 1:24-27, Scripture confronts one of the most difficult and misunderstood topics of our time, not to shame us, but to tell us the truth about what’s gone wrong and where real hope is found. In this message, Pastor Kyle walks through this passage, showing that sexual brokenness is not selective, it’s universal. The Bible doesn’t single out certain people. It exposes a deeper human problem, disordered desires that flow from exchanging the truth about God for a lie. Romans 1 helps us understand how desire, idolatry, and identity are connected, and how the Bible speaks to questions of sexuality, including same-sex attraction, with clarity and hope. Rather than fueling self-righteousness or condemnation, this passage calls us to humility and compassion. It reminds us that every person needs grace, and no one is beyond the reach of the gospel. This message is part of our ongoing series through the book of Romans at Two Cities Church. If you’re wrestling with questions about sex, desire, identity, or faith, or walking with someone who is, this teaching is for you.

    52 min
  7. Singleness, Manhood, and the Call to Maturity - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E4

    26 JAN

    Singleness, Manhood, and the Call to Maturity - Open Bible, Open Life. S5E4

    In this episode of Open Bible, Open Life, Pastor Kyle sits down with three single men from Two Cities Church to talk honestly about singleness in today’s church and culture. They explore how their generation views marriage, what men look for in dating, the fears and pressures of singleness, and how faith, community, and maturity shape the journey. With humor and depth, the conversation tackles real questions sent in by listeners and offers encouragement for singles!

    54 min

  8. 25 JAN

    Total Depravity and the Breakdown of a Society // Romans 1:28 - 2:12 - The Verdict

    Why is our world in chaos? The breakdown we see in society is a direct result of a deeper spiritual problem: the depravity of the human mind. In this message from Romans 1:28–2:11, Pastor Kyle shows how total depravity explains the breakdown of a society, and why the problem is not just “out there” in the obviously rebellious, but also “in here” among the religious and moral. Paul says God “gave them up to a debased mind” (Romans 1:28), and from there sin spreads outward, breaking down the self, the family, the economy, and society. Then, in Romans 2, he turns the spotlight on those who judge others while practicing the same things, exposing our self-righteousness and reminding us that God “shows no partiality.” This sermon will help you: - Understand what a debased / depraved mind really is - See how sin infects and affects every part of life - Recognize four forms of self-righteousness (moralism, legalism, elitism, victimism) - Marvel at God’s kindness and patience that lead us to repentance - Run not to your own goodness, but to Christ as your only righteousness

    54 min
See All (323)

About

Weekly Messages from Two Cities Church in Winston Salem NC. Hear from Pastor Kyle Mercer and others as they walk through books of the Bible chapter by chapter and verse by verse. You can find out all about Two Cities Church at TwoCitiesChurch.net

Information

  • Creator
    Two Cities Church
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    323
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Two Cities Church 2026
  • Show Website
    Two Cities Church
  • Provider

You Might Also Like