CityLight NYC Church Podcast

Today on the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo speaks to anyone who has been knocked down by failure and is afraid to try again. Through Scripture and stories of perseverance, he challenges believers to stop allowing past disappointments to wound their faith and keep them trapped in “swampy sameness.” From the repeated call to overcome in Revelation to the story of Mephibosheth, this message reminds us that failure is not the end of the story. God is still able to redeem, restore, and move you forward—so get back up, dare to believe again, and keep going.

00:00 Introduction: A Righteous Man Falls Seven Times But Gets Back Up
00:26 Welcome and the Role of Honor in Receiving from God
05:49 The Church That Felt Like Victory
09:18 The Holy Ghost Version of Trump: Learning to Get Back Up
12:38 The Message Begins: Christianity is About Perseverance
19:51 Colossians 1:23: If Indeed You Continue in the Faith
23:41 Revelation's Seven-Fold Call: To Him Who Overcomes
26:25 The Last Samurai and Getting Back Up Again
35:27 David's Journey: Years of Failure Before the Palace
35:27 2 Samuel 9: Mephibosheth and Covenant Kindness
40:23 Transparency About Epic Failures and God's Redemption
41:44 Don't Quit: There's a Light at the End of the Tunnel

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo challenges believers to break free from “swampy sameness” and embrace the transformation God wants to bring into their lives. Through the story of the man at the Pool of Bethesda and other powerful examples from Scripture, he shares five keys to experiencing real change: truly wanting it, receiving God’s grace, pursuing an encounter with Him, doing the hard thing, and facing what fear has kept you from doing. This message is an invitation to stop settling for familiar patterns, cooperate with the work of the Holy Spirit, and trust God as He leads you from glory to glory.

00:00 Introduction: All Excuses Are Lies
01:00 Welcome and Mission Sunday Announcements
02:26 The Power of Keeping Your Word
04:35 Missions Support and Guatemala Testimonies
08:15 The Message Begins: How to Change
12:00 Do You Want to Be Made Well?
15:38 Step One: You Got to Want Change
18:19 Step Two: Receive Grace to Change
20:37 Philippians 2:13 and the God Zone
33:00 Living Out of Your Spirit, Not Your Head
38:30 Step Three: Have a God Encounter
42:24 The Anointing Turns You Into Another Man
49:18 Beholding Him Brings Transformation
50:38 Invitation for Personal Prayer and Impartation
52:19 Step Four: Do the Hard Thing
54:01 Eat the Ugly Frog First
56:10 Step Five: Do the Thing You're Afraid Of
59:11 Be Strong and of Good Courage
1:03:39 Moses My Servant Is Dead: A New Season
1:04:49 Closing: Worship and Tithes and Offerings

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo speaks to anyone who has ever wondered where God is in the middle of a difficult season. Walking through Scripture and sharing openly from some of the darkest moments of his own life, he confronts the lie that hardship means God has abandoned you. From the waters and fires of Isaiah 43 to the valley of Psalm 23, this message is a powerful reminder that trouble may come, but you never face it alone. Whatever your circumstances or emotions may be telling you, God has promised to remain with you, carry you through, and never leave nor forsake you.  

00:00 Introduction: God's Anointing and the Power of the Holy Spirit
01:02 Welcome and the Fat-Free Movement Analogy
05:59 The Homework Assignment: Engage the Power of God
08:47 God Pursues Man: The Story of Divine Pursuit
11:11 Feelings vs. Scripture: The Enemy of Emotions
15:54 Hebrews 13: The Emphatic Five-Fold Negative
19:31 Isaiah 43: Through the Waters and Fire
31:34 The Hospital Story: Walking Through the Valley
39:37 The Mental Health Pavilion and God's Faithfulness
43:09 Psalm 34: The Lord Is Near to the Brokenhearted
46:14 Personalizing God's Promises: My Shepherd, My God
49:09 Fear Is Satan's Wish List for Your Life
51:29 Deuteronomy 31 and Psalm 23: You Are With Me
56:53 Matthew 28: Lo, I Am With You Always

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo continues his teaching on righteousness by exploring its natural response: surrendering to the lordship of Jesus. When we understand how completely Christ has forgiven, accepted, and loved us, surrender is no longer about religious obligation—it becomes an act of trust. Through Scripture and the examples of Mary and Jesus, Pastor Bo challenges believers to stop doing what seems right in their own eyes and invite God into every area of their lives. This message is a call to move beyond knowing Jesus only as Savior, trust Him as Lord, and discover the freedom that comes from a fully yielded life.

00:00 Introduction: Earning Your Way Back or Already Forgiven
01:05 Welcome and the Foundation of Righteousness
02:39 Boldness Through Righteousness: Breaking Religious Fear
05:26 Total Forgiveness and the Porta Potty Analogy
07:08 The Natural Progression: From Forgiveness to Lordship
09:03 Why Do You Call Me Lord and Not Do What I Say
12:36 Two Builders: The House on Rock vs Sand
14:29 God's Commands Are For Your Good Not Control
18:14 The Test of Lordship: Crawling Through the Tunnel
19:54 Doing What's Right in Your Own Eyes vs God's Way
24:02 Good Ideas vs God Ideas: The Importance of Relationship
25:36 Mary's Surrender: Behold the Maidservant of the Lord
30:20 Is God's Will a Priority in Your Life
32:13 Tasting and Seeing That the Lord is Good
33:32 Seeking Your Own vs Seeking Christ: Timothy's Example
38:43 You Were Bought With a High Price
40:46 The Story of Betrayal and Surrendered Hearts
43:38 God Blesses Surrendered Hearts Not Perfect People
45:51 Communion and Consecration: Not My Will But Yours

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo unpacks the life-changing truth of what it means to be made righteous through Jesus. Teaching from 2 Corinthians 5, he explains why our standing with God is not determined by feelings, failures, or our own good works, but by the finished work of Christ. This message challenges believers to break free from guilt, shame, and condemnation, embrace who God says they are, and approach Him with confidence. When you understand that righteousness is a gift rather than something you earn, it can transform your prayer life, strengthen your faith, and change the way you see yourself, God, and His promises.

00:00 Introduction: Breaking Free from Condemnation
01:05 Welcome and the Problem of Condemnation
06:53 Feelings vs. Scripture: Who God Really Is
11:38 2 Corinthians 5:21: The Great Exchange
14:03 Jesus Became the Serpent on the Cross
16:42 Who We Were Apart from Christ
18:11 Righteousness: You Is or You Ain't
26:31 The Question: Who's More Righteous?
33:58 Colossians 1: Holy, Blameless, and Above Reproach
42:05 Breaking Through Unworthiness and Promotion
44:51 Promises for the Righteous: Favor and Blessing
51:02 Glory Means Money: The Truth About Prosperity
56:57 Proverbs 15:6: Much Treasure in the House of the Righteous

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, guest speaker David Wagner delivers a passionate call to move beyond simply hearing the Word and begin responding to what God is doing. Through biblical teaching, personal testimony, and the story of blind Bartimaeus, David challenges believers to release the fear, disappointment, pain, and old identities they were never meant to carry. With a reminder that revelation requires a response, this message encourages you to leave the past behind, step forward in faith, and surrender everything Jesus has already carried on your behalf.

00:00 Introduction: The Season of Talk is Over - Time to Move
01:12 Welcome and Prophetic Word: The Great Drawing
04:46 The Dwelling Place: Everything You Need is in the House
06:47 Supernatural Surprises and Fresh Bread for Today
08:50 Breaking Free from Distortion and Confusion
10:40 The Fear of the Lord and Seeing God Rightly
11:25 Abraham's Faith: Looking for the City God is Building
14:06 Changing Your Perspective: Past vs Future
15:41 Seasons and Spiritual Appetite: Eating What God Provides
16:49 Five Ways God Answers Prayer: Yes, No, Wait, Go, Grow
18:43 The Battle is the Lord's: Forward March
20:46 Exodus 14: Stop Talking and Start Moving
22:18 Breaking Cycles: From Talk to Action
24:26 Anything Jesus Touches Changes
25:45 Jesus Wants His Stuff Back: The Central Message
26:09 Personal Testimony: Facing Fear and the Fear of Rejection
32:52 Mark 10: Blind Bartimaeus and Perceiving Jesus
38:05 Your Faith Has Made You Whole
39:58 The Popsicle Story: If You Can, You Will
42:47 Unloading What Doesn't Belong to You
47:13 Altar Call: Salvation and Rededication
48:15 Personal Ministry and Prophetic Words
58:50 Final Declaration: Greatest Days Are Ahead
59:36 Special Word: God Sent Me for You

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Nathaniel St. Eloi continues his teaching on prospering in the midst of famine through the story of Isaac in Genesis 26. What happens when circumstances look barren, but God tells you to stay? Nathaniel challenges believers to become deeply planted in God, His Word, prayer, community, and the place He has called them to be rather than searching for an easier path. Exploring the difference between shallow Christianity and a life rooted in the Holy Spirit, he encourages listeners to trust God beyond what they can see, allow Him to do the deeper work within, and remain faithful even when the conditions around them seem contrary to His promises.

00:00 Introduction: No More Shallow Christianity
00:26 Welcome and the Language Heaven Responds To
01:20 The Toy Story: Understanding Heaven's Language
05:02 Genesis 26: Isaac's Famine and God's Promise
13:57 Stay Where God Called You: The Power of Being Planted
18:08 Jeremiah 17: The Shrub vs The Tree
21:34 Removing the Veil: Seeing God's Goodness
24:08 Internal Transformation Over External Circumstances
38:58 Deep Roots: No More Shallow Living
47:05 Psalm 92: Planted People Flourish and Bear Fruit
52:50 Isaac Sows in the Land of Famine
56:19 Supernatural Prosperity and Continued Blessing
58:24 Altar Call: Sowing in Your Season of Famine
1:03:21 Confession of Faith: Satisfied in Days of Famine

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Mo explores what it means to carry the fire of God and live with an awareness that the Holy Spirit dwells within every believer. Tracing the imagery of fire throughout Scripture—from the burning bush and Mount Sinai to Pentecost—he challenges Christians to move beyond passive faith and embrace the supernatural life available through the Holy Spirit. Along the way, Pastor Mo offers practical wisdom for discerning God’s voice, distinguishing genuine encounters from emotion, and allowing His presence to produce lasting transformation. This message is a call to recognize who you carry, follow the Spirit’s leading, and let an encounter with God reorder your priorities, desires, and everyday life.

00:00 Introduction: Carrying the Fire of God
01:06 Welcome and Meeting the Old Testament Saints
06:58 The God of Fire: Understanding Divine Presence
12:31 Genesis 15: The Gospel in the Covenant of Fire
16:20 Ask the Holy Spirit for Illumination
20:36 Mount Sinai and the Consuming Fire
21:37 Guarding Your Affections and Priorities
26:04 Fire in the New Testament: Pentecost and Power
26:40 Walking in the Supernatural Life
26:59 The Inner Witness and Discernment
29:23 Emotion vs Encounter: Knowing the Difference
36:46 Living Cognizant of the Fire Within
40:43 The Chemistry of Transformation
41:32 Rearranged Priorities: Evidence of the Fire
46:18 Altar Call: The Divine Exchange

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Nathaniel St. Eloi kicks off a two-part series, "How to Prosper in Famine," teaching from Genesis 12–13. He shows how Abraham's blessing was tied to obedience and location, not circumstance—and how fleeing to Egypt instead of trusting God in Canaan cost him dearly. Through a powerful testimony of sacrificial giving, Nathaniel challenges listeners to stay faithful where God has planted them and declares that the famine many feel is over.  

00:00 Introduction: Obedience Unlocks Favor and Blessing
01:12 Welcome and the Knicks Championship Celebration
02:13 How to Prosper in Famine: The Message Begins
03:11 Kingdom Citizens Are Not Subject to This World's System
04:21 Genesis 12: The Law of First Mention and Famine
05:49 Abraham's Promise and the Unexpected Famine
12:29 The Danger of Going Down to Egypt
15:26 The Blessing Is on the Man, Not the Land
16:30 Kelly's Testimony: Doubling the Tithe and Doubling the Income
19:06 Don't Drag Lot Along: Not Everyone Will Understand Your Revelation
20:51 The Grass Is Greener Where the Holy Spirit Calls You
23:23 Abraham's Worst Mistake in Egypt
26:45 Genesis 13: Abraham Returns and Becomes Very Rich
28:18 Prophetic Declaration: Your Famine Is Over
29:35 Be Where God Wants You to Be
32:08 Psalm 37: Satisfied in the Days of Famine
33:39 Prayer for Unlocking Doors and Million Dollar Ideas
34:55 The Widow of Zarephath: Give God First in Famine
37:26 Challenge to Give More: Activating Faith Through Obedience
39:15 Offering Time and Prayer for Supernatural Blessing
42:38 Altar Call: Jumping in the River with God

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In this episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo continues his teaching on the baptism of the Holy Spirit by exploring why the early Church placed such a strong emphasis on living a Spirit-filled life. Looking through the book of Acts, he explains that the Holy Spirit is not an optional part of the Christian experience but the source of supernatural power, boldness, and transformation for every believer. Pastor Bo also addresses common misconceptions that have caused many Christians to keep the Holy Spirit at arm's length, encouraging listeners to pursue a genuine relationship with Him rather than settling for powerless religion. Whether you're seeking the baptism of the Holy Spirit or longing to experience more of God's presence, this message offers a biblical invitation to embrace the life Jesus intended.

00:00 Introduction: Power When the Holy Spirit Comes
00:44 Welcome and Opening the Heart to God's Anointing
02:38 Taking the Spook Out of Speaking in Tongues
03:38 Don't Be Anti-Christ: Embracing the Anointing
06:27 Why Church Needs the Supernatural
08:14 Expecting God's Surprises and Suddenlies
21:58 The Day of Pentecost: 120 Filled in the Upper Room
23:18 Cultural Christianity vs Spirit-Filled Life
25:40 Removing Self-Imposed Boundaries in Prayer
26:51 Don't Let Flakes Keep You From the Holy Spirit
28:47 Breaking Free From Swampy Stuckness
30:24 Acts 8: Peter and John Sent to Samaria
32:50 Releasing Bitterness and Chemical Addiction
34:24 Acts 19: Did You Receive the Holy Spirit?
37:27 Speaking in Tongues: Uncovering Mysteries
39:51 Worship and Yielding to the Holy Spirit

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