City Baptist Church Vancouver

City Baptist Church

Welcome to the weekly podcast of City Baptist Church in Vancouver, led by Pastor Paul Conner. To learn more, visit our website at https://citybaptist.ca.

  1. 5d ago

    Labouring Together | Acts 14:7-22, Psalm 85:6 | Paul Chappell

    Scripture: Acts 14:7-22 Summary: Paul and Barnabas laboured together with one clear purpose: to preach and publish the gospel of Jesus Christ. When God’s power brought them praise, they refused false worship and pointed people to the living God. When persecution came and Paul was stoned, faithful believers gathered around him, and he rose to continue preaching. The church must stay united, support one another through trials, and persist faithfully in the work God has given us. Through it all, Jesus must remain preeminent, and every person is called to turn to Him for forgiveness and salvation. Key Takeaways: Keep the gospel at the centre of the church.Give God the glory for everything He accomplishes.Stand together when trials and persecution come.Keep serving Christ faithfully when the work is difficult.

  2. Aug 2

    Dealing with Discouragement | 1 Kings 19:1-18 | Phil Lien

    Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1–18 Summary: After the victory on Mount Carmel, Elijah was overwhelmed by Jezebel’s threat, exhausted, isolated, and unable to see clearly what God had already done. Yet the same God who met him on the mountaintop cared for him under the juniper tree with patient grace, needed rest, food, and strength for the next step. God invited Elijah to bring his burden honestly, corrected his narrowed perspective with truth, and spoke through a still, small voice. Then God directed him back to obedience and gave him Elisha’s companionship, reminding him that the larger outcome belonged to God. When the journey is too great for you, lasting hope is found in Jesus, the One who sustains you. Key Takeaways: Let God’s truth, not fear or emotion, have the final word.Seek restorative solitude without isolating yourself from God’s people.Receive God’s care and take the next right step of obedience.Leave the big picture in God’s hands and lean on the people He provides.

  3. Jul 26

    Every Blessing in Christ | Ephesians 1:4-6 | Paul Conner

    Scripture: Ephesians 1:4–6 Summary: Every spiritual blessing is found in Christ, and Ephesians 1:4–6 opens the vault of what the Father has already given every believer. In Christ, you are chosen, adopted into God’s family, and fully accepted in the Beloved—not because of your performance, but because of Christ’s finished work. This secure identity frees you from living as though God merely tolerates you or from constantly trying to earn His approval. When accusation and failure condemn you, rest in the Father’s love and begin living from the acceptance you already have. All of it is to the praise of the glory of His grace. Key Takeaways: Rest in your identity as one chosen in Christ.Live as an adopted child, not a tolerated servant.Stop performing for acceptance and live from grace.Praise God for the blessings He has already given you in Christ.

    Every Blessing in Christ | Ephesians 1:4-6 | Paul Conner

  4. Jul 19

    Who You Are, and What You Have | Ephesians 1:1-3 | Paul Conner

    Scripture: Ephesians 1:1–3 Summary: Your truest identity isn’t your career, family, past, possessions, or achievements; it is found in Christ. In Ephesians 1:1–3, Paul reminds faithful saints that grace and peace are ours because God has already blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. Those blessings are not earned by performance or found in religion—they are secure in Christ, where faith gives us access to all that God provides. When you understand who you are and what you already have in Christ, you can stop chasing temporary identities and begin living with freedom, peace, and purpose. Key Takeaways: Build your identity on Christ, not temporary things.Live from the blessings you already have in Christ.Let grace shape who you are and peace shape how you live.Pursue the heavenly reality of Christ above earthly approval.

    Who You Are, and What You Have | Ephesians 1:1-3 | Paul Conner

  5. Jul 12

    Searching in the Dark | John 3:1-21 | Paul Conner

    Scripture: John 3:1–21 Summary: Nicodemus had religion, education, and respect, yet he still came to Jesus searching for answers. Jesus went straight to his deepest need: no one can enter God’s kingdom through good works, family history, or outward religion—we must be born again by the Spirit. Just as the Israelites looked to God’s provided remedy and lived, we receive eternal life by looking to Christ and trusting Him alone. God lovingly gave His Son so that whoever believes in Him will not perish but have everlasting life. Once you know Christ, you are called to carry His light to the searching people around you. Key Takeaways: Bring your honest questions to Jesus.Trust Christ, not your religion or good works.Look to Jesus and receive the life only He can give.Shine His light for those still searching in the dark.

  6. Jul 5

    First Love - Part 2 | Revelation 2:1-7 | Levi Tyrrell

    Scripture: Revelation 2:1–7 Summary: Jesus commended the church at Ephesus for working hard, standing firm, and guarding the truth—but He warned them that they had left their first love. It is possible to do the right things for God while slowly losing our delight in God, allowing duty to replace devotion. The goal is not empty religious activity, but a heart that treasures Christ above everything else. Key Takeaways: Remember what Christ has done for you. Repent when lesser loves replace Jesus. Return to Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and evangelism. Faithful commitment can rekindle spiritual passion. Protect your love for Christ and your witness to others.

    First Love - Part 2 | Revelation 2:1-7 | Levi Tyrrell

  7. Jun 28

    First Love - Part 1 | Revelations 2:1-7 | Levi Tyrrell

    Scripture: Revelation 2:1–7 Summary: Jesus looks at the church in Ephesus and says, “I see your hard work, your endurance, and your commitment to truth.” But then He lovingly exposes the deeper issue: they had left their first love. A church can serve faithfully, stand firmly, and believe rightly, yet still drift from the heart of it all—loving Christ above everything. Key Takeaways: Jesus sees the true condition of His church. Faithful service matters, but love for Christ must come first. Sound doctrine without love becomes empty religion. A cold heart can still look active on the outside. Remember, repent, and return to your first love.

    First Love - Part 1 | Revelations 2:1-7 | Levi Tyrrell

  8. Jun 21

    God Has the Final Say | Daniel 11-12 | Paul Conner

    Scripture: Daniel 11-12 Summary: In Daniel 11-12, God pulls back the curtain and reminds us that history is not random, rulers are not ultimate, and tomorrow is not outside His hands. Daniel sees kingdoms rise, evil boast, and dark days come, but over every detail stands the God who declares the end from the beginning. When the future feels uncertain, we do not anchor our souls in headlines, feelings, or human strength; we anchor ourselves in the faithful God whose Word never fails. And because Jesus has conquered sin and death, the call is simple: trust Him, stand firm, and be faithful until the day He brings His people into rest. Key Takeaways: God knows the end from the beginning.God is sovereign over every kingdom and ruler.Dark days do not cancel God's promises.The faithful are called to keep standing.Lasting hope is found in Jesus Christ.

    God Has the Final Say | Daniel 11-12 | Paul Conner
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Welcome to the weekly podcast of City Baptist Church in Vancouver, led by Pastor Paul Conner. To learn more, visit our website at https://citybaptist.ca.

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  • Creator
    City Baptist Church
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    347
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © City Baptist Church
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    City Baptist Church Vancouver