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C3 NYC is a church for the people of New York City led by Pastors Josh and Georgie Kelsey. Our vision is Jesus Christ, our reality is freedom, our mission is people, and our cause is love. Join us this Sunday online, find out more at c3.nyc
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- 625Being a Watchful LeaderAt Leadership Lessons, Pastor Ryan shared from Acts 20:28-35, emphasizing that what we love determines what we do. Drawing from Paul's encouragement to the early church, he challenged us to live holy, surrendered lives, guarding our hearts against offense, pride, and false doctrine while remaining accountable to others. We're reminded of Paul's example of humility, hard work, and generosity, encouraging us to embrace the truth that "it is more blessed to give than to receive."
- 626We've Got a gods ProblemIn the Ten Commandments, 'You shall have no other gods before me,' challenges us to confront the idols in our lives that compete with our devotion to God. Anything we prioritize above God—be it money, relationships, or even our own desires—can become an idol. As we hear from Pastor Ryan Schlachter, we discover that identifying idols in our lives isn't meant to shame us, but liberate us from the promises of false loves and lead us into a deeper, more fulfilling relationship with our Creator.
- 627Plenty of WaterIn John 3 we see an interaction John the Baptist has with his disciples, comparing him to the ministry of Jesus. He responds in a way that defies the comparison, conflict, and criticism that could arise, recognizing that there is plenty of water for both ministries of baptism in the land. In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Amy Perez unpacks the biblical significance of water while also encouraging us that there is room for all to flourish in the body of Christ and house of God.
- 628Halfway HolyRunning the race faithfully is not guaranteed based on our background or upbringing if we don't have a focus for the future. If we allow idols to live in our hearts, we probably won't make it as disciples of God at the end of our lives. In this message from Pastor Ryan Schlachter at our ALLIN night, we learn the dangers of letting idols stay in our lives, and the freedom that is available when we choose to follow God fully.
- 629Idols in Plain Sight | BrooklynJohn Calvin descibres the human heart as an "idol factory," continually manufacturing images that try to fulfill desires in our hearts. However, the second commandment of the Ten Commandments directs us to not make idols of any kind. What do we as followers of God deal with this tension and surrender fully to him? In this week's Brooklyn Sunday message, Pastor Amy Perez invites us to reconsider our priorities and rediscover our true identity as image-bearers of God, designed to reflect His glory in the world.
- 630The Grave Mistake of Graven Images | ManhattanWe often create our own version of God—one that's convenient, indulgent, and never challenges us. But the second commandment warns us against this very trap. The gods we make up never challenge us. They agree with everything we do. There's no laying down our life. Everything is catered towards us. But we are called to be living sacrifices, image bearers of a Heavenly Father who knelt in the dust to craft us. In this week's Manhattan Sunday message, Pastor Ryan Schlachter implores us to surrender our self-made idols and worship the true, living God who transforms us.
- 631How To Define a Win | Leadership LessonsIn leadership, there are many things that can be considered a "win" in your life. The wins we encounter are personal and not linear, but there are biblical truthts that will allow you to have wins that go beyond the surface level. In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Ryan Schlachter gives us seven questions that can help define what a win can look like in our context based on the teachings and life of Jesus.
- 632Oh, my God. | BrooklynThe third commandment isn't about our speech as much as it is about our sincerity and reverence. It's easy to get caught up in superficial worship, hypocrisy and self-centeredness, but the commandment to honor God's name opens us up to a freedom to live in genuine surrender to a heavenly Father who loves us unconditionally. In this week's Sunday message in Brooklyn, Pastor Ryan Schlachter provides four ways in which we can honor the third commandment and bless the name of God in our lives today.
- 633More Than Words | ManhattanThe Ten Commandments aren't just rules or behavior modification—they reflect God's holiness and how we, as His image-bearers, represent Him. Because God exists as our heavenly Father who wants good things for us, we can stand confident that these commandments are actually outlining a way of living that is for our benefit. In this week's Sunday message in Manhattan, Pastor Luis Guerrero discusses how the third commandment isn't just about avoiding 'bad words,' but bearing His name in a way that honors Him in our lives.
- 634Take Your Vitamins | Leadership LessonsThere is a myth that salvation is purely an individual expereince, however it's because we have been set free by love that we then love other people. In Genesis, God stated that it was not good for man to live alone, but to have companionship on this earth. But how do we maintain healthy relationships? In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Amy Perez gives three ways we can test if we are gettin enough relational nutrients and how to continue to grow in community and with God.
- 635Freed to Rest | BrooklynSabbath is not just about ceasing work, but is a weekly opportunity to declare our trust in God's provision and resist the world's demands on our time and energy. As we practice Sabbath, we are invited into a deeper intimacy with God, echoing the first thing humanity did with the Creator—resting and delighting in His presence. In this week's Sunday message in Brooklyn, Brittany Smigielski challenges us to guard our rest and experience the freedom, healing, and restoration that comes when we obey this holy command.
- 636Give It A Rest | ManhattanRemembering the Sabbath day and keeping it holy is not just about taking a day off—it's about resisting the relentless demands of our culture and rediscovering our true identity in God. By intentionally ceasing our work, we're declaring trust in God's provision and pushing back against the 'hustle culture' that threatens to consume us. In this week's Sunday message in Manhattan, Pastor Ryan Schlachter outlines how Sabbath allows God to restore our souls and usher us into a holy rest.
- 637A Conversation on Sabbath | Leadership LessonsIn this Leadership Lesson, Pastor Luis Guerrero hosts a conversation with Pastor Kevin Myers and Steph Rivas on how to practically apply the fourth commandment of Sabbath to our modern context.
- 638Honor Your Parents | ManhattanThe fifth commandment is not just about obedience, but about shaping our entire approach to relationships and authority. The Ten Commandments offers a guide to shift from a modern, individualistic mindset to one that values responsibility, legacy, and respect for divinely-appointed authority. In this week's Sunday message, Pastor Ryan Schlachter encourages us that honoring our parents, even when it's difficult, is a pathway to personal growth, societal stability, and spiritual maturity. It's a call to reflect on how our family dynamics shape our broader worldview and our relationship with God.
- 639Your Brother's Keeper | BrooklynIn this powerful exploration of the sixth commandment, 'You shall not murder,' we're challenged to look beyond the literal act and into the depths of our hearts. The story of Cain and Abel serves as a stark reminder that violence begins in our thoughts and emotions long before it manifests in our actions. By learning to investigate our anger, we can address its root causes and respond in ways that honor both ourselves and others as image-bearers of God. In this week's Sunday Brooklyn message, Pastor Amy Perez invites us to a deeper level of self-awareness and spiritual growth, challenging us to be 'our brother's keeper' in every interaction.
- 640You've Got a Killer Heart | ManhattanIn exploring the sixth commandment, 'You shall not murder,' we uncover a profound truth: we all have a 'killer heart.' This commandment goes far beyond physical murder, addressing the roots of anger, hatred, and devaluation of human life. Jesus expands on this in Matthew 5, equating anger and insults with murder in God's eyes. The core of this command is clear: all human life is sacred, bearing God's image. We're called to be life-givers, not life-takers, in every aspect of our lives. In this week's Sunday Manhattan message, Pastor Ryan Schlachter invites us to value others as God does, bringing life and peace to our relationships, workplaces, and communities.
- 641The High of Humility | Leadership LessonsIn Philippians 2, Paul refers to putting on the mind of Christ and the humility that comes with it. When we trust in circumstances or mountain top expereinces, it can easily try to exalt us instead of bringing us low into humility. In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Ryan Schlachter gives practical tips and examples on how humility can form us more into the image of Christ.
- 642For Cheap or For Keeps | BrooklynThere is profound significance in covenant relationships and God's design for human sexuality. In Genesis, we see how men and women were created to reflect God's image together and rule side by side. When sin enteres the scene and disrupts this harmony, it leads to power imbalances and the exploitation of one another. The seventh commandment is a challenge to examine our hearts, recognizing that lust goes beyond physical acts to include how we regard others in our minds. In this week's Sunday message in Brooklyn, Pastor Amy Perez invites us to consider how we can honor God's design for sexuality and relationships in our own lives, whether married or single.
- 643I Have Needs | ManhattanThrough the seventh commandment Jesus raises the bar, teaching us that sin begins in the heart, not just in our actions.Our sexual desires, while not inherently bad, were designed by God for the sacred covenant of marriage. Are we treating these gifts with the reverence they deserve, or have we fallen into a consumer mindset? In this week's Sunday message, Pastor Luis Guerrero calls us to take radical steps towards purity and holiness, not out of shame, but out of a desire for true freedom in Christ.
- 644Tools for Temptation | Leadership LessonsHow do we deal with temptation when it comes our way? In the Bible, we see that Jesus was tempted in every way, but never fell into sin itself. In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Ryan Schlachter provides eight steps on how to address temptation.
- 645The Value of a Thief | BrooklynIn our exploration of the commandment 'You shall not steal,' we uncover profound truths about God's value for us and our neighbors. This seemingly simple directive opens up a world of spiritual insight, challenging us to examine our hearts and actions in light of God's love. We're reminded that stealing isn't just about taking physical possessions, but can extend to time, ideas, and even our relationship with God. In this Sunday's Brooklyn message, Pastor Kevin Myers invites us to consider: Are we living as stewards of God's gifts or grasping at what we think we deserve?
- 646Don't Give the Devil a Foothold | ManhattanStealing isn't just about taking physical objects, but can manifest in various forms in our lives and reflects a lack of honor—both for others and for God. Through kingdom culture, we are invited to live as 'givers' rather than 'takers,' reflecting God's character. It's a call to trust in God's provision and to close any 'footholds' we may have left open for the enemy in our lives. In this Sunday's Manhattan message, David Chan invites us to examine areas where we might be 'stealing' from God, whether through our time, talents, or resources, and to recommit to a life of integrity and trust in God's abundance.
- 647Faith that Finishes | Leadership LessonsThe story of Jonah isn't just about a man swallowed by a fish; it's a mirror reflecting our own struggles with obedience, trust, and compassion. We're invited to see Jonah not as a hero, but as a cautionary tale—a man who knew about God but failed to truly know Him. Are we, like Jonah, merely going through the motions of obedience without growing in trust and humility? In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Amy Perez urges us to move beyond simply doing what God says, to developing a deeper, more intimate relationship with Him.
- 648The Lies We Love and the Truth That Saves | ManhattanThe ninth commandment goes beyond simply avoiding lies; it calls us to embrace truth in all aspects of our lives. God himself is Truth, and as his followers, we're called to reflect this attribute by using our words for truth and a tool for building up others. In this week's Sunday message, Pastor Ryan Schlachter encourages us to seek honesty not just in our words, but in our hearts, recognizing that self-deception can be the most damaging form of dishonesty.
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