City Rev Church

In Part 2 of our All Pro summer series, we look at the courageous faith of Esther—an unlikely queen who stood in the gap for God’s people at a moment of crisis. Living in exile in ancient Persia, Esther found herself with a unique opportunity: she could risk everything to speak up for her people—or stay silent and protect herself. Through the encouragement of Mordecai and the power of prayer and fasting, Esther chose to act. Her story reminds us that when God gives us influence, it’s not for our comfort—it’s for His purpose. This message challenges us to live boldly for others, to lead with faith under pressure, and to trust that God places us in positions of influence “for such a time as this."

This special Father’s Day message kicks off our All Pro summer series with a powerful look at the life of Boaz. Pastor Robey Barnes unpacks how Boaz, a “worthy man” in Ruth 2, embodied incarnational living—offering kindness, protection, and dignity to Ruth, a woman the world would have overlooked. Just like a baseball card might undervalue an unknown player, Boaz shows us that God sees immeasurable worth in the humble, the foreigner, and the outsider. As followers of Christ, we’re challenged to live out that same compassion—to step in, stand up, and reflect Jesus by the way we care for others. Especially on a day where we honor fathers and father figures, this message invites us to become tangible expressions of God’s love in everyday life.

In this powerful message, special guest Andrew Holmes, President of 4KIDS, challenges the Church to embrace a deeper calling to biblical justice and compassionate action. Drawing from the words of Jesus and the heart of God for the vulnerable, he contrasts cultural justice with Kingdom righteousness—and reminds us that justice flows from a right relationship with God. With practical stories from the frontlines of foster care and adoption, Andrew inspires us to respond to worry not with fear, but with faith that seeks God’s Kingdom first. Whether you foster, serve, give, or pray—this message invites you to step into God’s unshakable plan to bring healing to the hurting.

In this powerful finale of our Do Hard Things series, Pastor Robey Barnes brings a bold message from Hebrews 12, reminding us that we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken. Using the monarch butterfly’s transformation and migration as a picture, this message calls believers to awaken, pray, and prepare for a spiritual shift. God is stirring something new in our region—and He’s calling His people to respond with surrendered worship, reverent awe, and holy urgency. Whether you’re worn down or just waking up to God’s voice, this message will inspire you to lay everything down and step into what’s next.

In this message, Pastor Josh Slautterback shares how real endurance in life comes from strengthening the unseen muscles—spiritually and emotionally. Just like hikers must train more than just what looks good at the gym, we too must build inner strength that lasts through life’s toughest challenges. Learn how discipline, perseverance, and God’s love help us grow deep roots of faith when life gets hard. This powerful message from Hebrews 12 reminds us that what’s unseen is often what matters most.

In this powerful message from Hebrews 12, Pastor Craig Stephens challenges us to run the race of faith with endurance. Drawing on the imagery of a marathon, we’re reminded to lay aside every weight and sin that slows us down and to fix our eyes on Jesus—the author and perfecter of our faith.

Through practical insights and biblical truth, this sermon calls for spiritual decluttering, letting go of anything that hinders your pursuit of God. Learn how Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before Him and how His example strengthens us in every hardship. Whether you’re in a season of struggle or simply in need of encouragement, this message will remind you: God is with you, and His promises are unshakable.

Let’s face it—choosing comfort comes naturally. But a life of faith often calls us to step into the uncomfortable, the difficult, and the unknown. In this message, Pastor Robey Barnes challenges us to embrace a deeper trust in God by choosing faith over ease. Discover how God often works powerfully when we’re willing to do the hard things He asks of us.

In the second message of our Do Hard Things series, Pastor Robey explores the transformational power of faith. Through stories from Hebrews 11 and powerful metaphors like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, this sermon challenges us to trust God with the unseen. Just like monarch butterflies embark on an impossible journey guided by instinct, followers of Christ are called to move forward by faith—believing in the promises of God even when they feel distant. This message unpacks how faith is not blind hope, but the substance and proof of what God has promised. Learn how faith compels us to obey, risk, and move forward even when it’s hard—because transformation doesn’t happen in comfort zones. It happens when we trust the God who brings something from nothing.

In this message, Pastor Robey Barnes opens the “Do Hard Things” series by drawing a surprising connection between elephants’ remarkable ability to detect danger through low-frequency vibrations and our own need for spiritual sensitivity. Just as a herd of elephants instinctively formed a protective circle during an earthquake, we are called to live alert, courageous lives of faith. Preaching from Hebrews 10, Pastor Robey reminds us that because of Jesus, we have direct access to God—and with that access comes an invitation to draw near with confidence, hold firmly to the hope we profess, and walk together as a community of faith. Even when the ground shakes beneath us, the righteous live by faith, standing on the unshakable promises of God.

On Easter Sunday, Pastor Robey Barnes proclaims the life-changing truth of the resurrection in a message titled From Death to Life: The Empty Tomb. Drawing a powerful parallel between a little-known WWII story—where prisoners rejoiced at news of victory before their circumstances changed—and the discovery of the empty tomb, this message reminds us that the resurrection of Jesus is the ultimate good news. Through the eyes of Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John, we witness a range of responses to the risen Christ and are invited to consider our own. This sermon calls us to rejoice in the victory Jesus won over sin and death, to embrace the eternal life He offers, and to boldly share the news that changes everything.