CityLight NYC Church Podcast

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Jun 2026

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Are you looking for a way to build up your faith and experience the power of the Holy Spirit in your life? Join us here for the CityLight Church podcast - coming to you - straight from the heart of New York City. As you dive into God’s Word with us - expect to be encouraged! We believe that God has real hope and a future for you. Each week, Pastor Bo Jancic and his team will challenge you to think, inspire you to grow, and remind you that God deeply loves you. To join us - subscribe to the CityLight Church podcast, where we’re living out God’s grace and experiencing His power. Visit CityLight Church at http://citylightnyc.com - or visit https://podcast.citylightnyc.com

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June 16, 202658 min

Crossing the Finish Line With Strength

Today on the CityLight Church Podcast, Pastor Bo shares a timely message on one of the greatest dangers facing every believer: spiritual drift. Using Scripture, personal stories, and practical encouragement, he reminds listeners that people rarely walk away from God overnight—instead, faith often cools gradually through distraction, neglect, and misplaced priorities. 00:00 Introduction: The Danger of Spiritual Drift 03:14 Welcome and Volunteer Appreciation 06:25 Summer Life Groups and Staying Connected 07:24 The Floaty Story: Understanding Drift 12:07 Entropy and the Battle Against Decline 14:40 Paul's Example: Finishing Strong 23:33 Spiritual Health Checklist Part 1: Giving and Forgiveness 31:44 The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant 41:12 Spiritual Health Checklist Part 2: Burden for the Lost 45:29 Spiritual Health Checklist Part 3: Closeness to God and What Excites Us 51:36 Looking Ahead: Five-Year Trajectory 53:01 Communion: Partaking of Jesus for Wholeness https://citylightnyc.com/

June 9, 202642 min

Plug Into the Positive

In today's episode of the CityLight Church Podcast, guest speaker Pastor Maurice Johnson delivers an encouraging and faith-filled message on the power of choosing God's perspective in a world saturated with negativity. Drawing from Psalm 145, the teachings of Jesus, and the story of David and Goliath, Pastor Maurice challenges believers to intentionally "plug into the positive" by focusing on God's goodness, promises, and covenant rather than being ruled by circumstances, fear, or the constant negativity of the culture around them. 00:00 Introduction: God's Heart and Mercy 01:35 Welcome and Worship Declaration 05:08 Plugging Into the Positive 08:06 The Power of Your Words 13:20 Jesus Desires Mercy Not Sacrifice 16:30 David's Covenant Mindset vs the Army's Fear 21:56 David Confronts Goliath 31:04 Running Toward Your Problems 32:15 Cutting Off the Head of Your Problems 34:56 Altar Call and Testimonies of Provision https://citylightnyc.com/

June 2, 202642 min

The Gift Has Already Been Given

Today on the CityLight Podcast, Pastor Bo delivers a Pentecost Sunday message on the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the life-changing empowerment available to every believer. Tracing the story of Pentecost through the Gospels and the book of Acts, he explains how the coming of the Holy Spirit marked the birth of the New Covenant church and ushered believers into a new level of intimacy and power that was not available under the Old Covenant. Pastor Bo closes with a practical and faith-filled invitation to receive, reminding listeners that God is not withholding the Holy Spirit—the gift has already been given. Our role is simply to receive by faith and step into the fullness of what God has made available. 00:00 Introduction and Pentecost Sunday 01:45 Old Covenant vs New Covenant 02:48 Two Purposes of This Message 03:57 Jesus' Emphasis on the Holy Spirit 10:19 Cultural Shifts and Maintaining Truth 12:43 Fountain vs Rivers: Two Distinct Experiences 20:00 The Day of Pentecost in Acts 2 24:43 Acts 8: The Samaritans Receive the Holy Spirit 28:39 Acts 10 and 19: More Biblical Examples 35:36 Altar Call and Receiving the Holy Spirit https://citylightnyc.com/

May 26, 202654 min

Faith: Four Perspectives

On this episode of the CityLight Podcast, we're serving up what we call a "Salsa Service" — four short teachings from CityLight pastors, all centered on the topic of faith. Pastors Brian, Rob, Mo, and Bo each bring their own unique perspective on this vital and timeless subject. Tune in — you won't want to miss it! (00:26) Welcome to the CityLight Church Podcast (01:06) Pastor Bo Recaps His Trip to Serbia and Bosnia (03:43) Breaking Shame Through the Fullness of the Gospel (07:41) A “Salsa Service” of Faith-Filled Sermonettes (10:18) Pastor Brian on the Power of Testimony (13:41) Why Every Believer Has a Testimony to Share (15:36) Building a History of God’s Faithfulness (18:15) Turning Pain Into Purpose (26:00) Faith as Trust, Reliance, and Submission to God (30:18) Pastor Mo on Faith-Filled Obedience (36:00) The Danger of Delayed Obedience (38:00) Pastor Mo’s Testimony of Conviction and Obedience (46:00) Growing Faith Through the Word of God (50:00) Speaking God’s Word Over the Problem (54:13) Closing and CityLight Podcast Outro <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a>

May 19, 202658 min

From Empty Vessels to Overflow

Today on the CityLight Podcast, Nathaniel St. Eloi delivers a powerful Mother’s Day message centered on the story of the widow in 2 Kings 4. Honoring mothers, spiritual mothers, and women of faith, he highlights how God consistently works through ordinary people whose obedience, prayer, and courage impact generations. Through the widow’s story, Nathaniel reminds listeners that God is not limited by what seems small or insignificant. What the woman believed was “not enough”—a small jar of oil—became the very thing God used for miraculous provision. Drawing a connection between the oil and the anointing of the Holy Spirit, he challenges believers to stop focusing on what they lack and recognize what God has already placed within them. The message emphasizes prophetic faith, obedience, prayer, and the importance of the secret place. As Nathaniel encourages listeners to become empty vessels before God, this episode becomes a timely reminder that breakthrough often begins with surrender. No matter how small the starting point may seem, God is able to bring overflow through what is already in your hands. (00:00) The Oil That Keeps You in the Last Days (01:05) Nathaniel St. Eloi Begins the Mother’s Day Message (03:59) The Faith of Nameless Women in Scripture (05:42) A Personal Story About Judah and Trusting the Father (09:28) 2 Kings 4 and the Widow with the Oil (14:22) From Death Sentence to Divine Provision (18:52) When the Prophetic Dies, Lack Enters In (26:06) What You Have Is Oil (41:20) The Power of Having the Right People Around You (56:59) Your New Address Is Overflow <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a>

May 12, 202650 min

Grit, Grace, and a Faith That Endures

Deconstructing your faith is simply the trendy rebrand of an older word: backsliding. In this candid, unfiltered message from City Light Church, Pastor Bo examines the testimonies of those who have walked away from Jesus and uncovers a striking common thread — abundant religious activity paired with little to no genuine intimacy with God. From there, he lays out the four non-negotiables he and his wife refuse to compromise on, both in raising their children and in shepherding every believer at CityLight. If you've ever wondered why some Christians drift away while others finish strong, this message is for you. (00:26) Welcome to the CityLight Church Podcast (02:15) What Deconstruction Often Reveals About the Heart (05:29) What Jesus Actually Meant by Hypocrisy (06:34) Religious Activity Without Intimacy with God (09:00) Intimacy with Christ and Letting Jesus Truly Know You (13:05) Prayer as Honest Friendship with God (16:09) How the Word of God Works in Believers (21:24) Memorizing Scripture and Experiencing Breakthrough (26:00) Letting the Lord Build the House (33:10) Grit, Tenacity, and Refusing to Quit (42:31) Authenticity, Fear of Man, and Bold Faith (47:14) Serbia, Bosnia, and Closing Church Announcements <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a>

May 5, 202659 min

Serving the God of Increase

On this episode of the CityLight Podcast, Pastor Bo delivers a practical and faith-filled message on tithing, stewardship, and trusting God as our provider. He pulls no punches: the rich rule the poor, AI and robots are coming, and Universal Basic Income is just a friendlier word for slavery. But there's an escape hatch — and it starts with a tenth. Drawing from Malachi, Proverbs, and his own journey from $1,500 in the bank to financial breakthrough, he unpacks eight principles of tithing that move it from guilt-driven duty to a holy act of worship that positions you for supernatural increase. (00:00) Opening Reflection on Tithing and Trust (05:24) Baptism, Belief, and Repentance (09:14) Why the Church Must Talk About Money (12:07) Debt, Slavery, and the World’s Financial System (17:27) Biblical Generosity and the Principle of Increase (21:12) Tithing as Faith in God’s Word (26:20) Stewardship, Discipline, and Knowing Your Finances (29:54) Tithing and Financial Increase (38:31) Honoring the Lord with First Fruits (42:30) First Fruits and the Blessed 90 Percent (49:21) Financial Transfer, Opportunity, and Obedience (52:34) Giving as a Personal Act Between You and God (57:27) Closing Prayer and Blessing <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a>

April 28, 202659 min

Why Your Trials Aren't a Sign You're Failing

<div style="text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; margin: 1em 0in; font-family: Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0,0,0);">On this episode of the CityLight Podcast, guest speaker John Arnott delivers a powerful and deeply practical message on adversity, growth, and the eternal perspective of the Christian life.  What if the hardest seasons of your life are actually God's leadership academy? In this powerful message, Pastor John unpacks Romans 8:28 and challenges the charismatic myth that enough faith, tithing, or service should guarantee a smooth ride. Drawing from Joseph's 17 years in slavery and prison, David's outlaw years before the throne, and Paul and Silas singing in a midnight dungeon, John makes the case that every Bible hero went through the squeeze — and so will you. He shares the unforgettable story of Richard Wurmbrand, the Romanian pastor who spent 18 years in a 4-foot prison cell and later said he sometimes missed it because God's presence was so real there. Plus, his own story of marrying Carol as two divorced singles with no money and four kids — and discovering they were being prepared for global revival all along.  Adversity will make you bitter or better. Which one will you choose? (00:00) Salvation & Why Jesus Had to Die (01:05) Introducing John Arnott (05:34) The Reality of Life’s Ups and Downs (07:02) Romans 8:28 & God’s Purpose in Trials (10:10) Testimony: Faith in Extreme Suffering (Richard Wurmbrand) (13:00) Joseph’s Story: Preparation Through Hardship (18:00) Rejecting the Lie That Faith Isn’t Working (23:00) David at Ziklag: Strengthening Yourself in the Lord (30:00) Why God Allows Testing & Adversity (36:30) Trusting God Through Ongoing Trials (40:00) The Trial of Your Faith is Precious (46:00) Worship in Trials & Supernatural Intervention (50:30) Rejecting the Enemy’s Lies (53:30) Call to Trust God in Present Struggles (56:00) Salvation Invitation & Prayer (58:30) Closing Encouragement & Outro <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a> </div>

April 21, 202657 min

The Holy Spirit and You

On today's episode of the CityLight Podcast, Pastor Bo delivers a passionate and conviction-filled message on the necessity of encountering the Holy Spirit. Building on the foundation of the resurrection, he points to Jesus’ words in Acts 1:8—reminding us that Christianity was never meant to be lived without power. Without the Holy Spirit, faith becomes form without transformation. Through powerful biblical examples like Zacchaeus and the woman with the issue of blood, Pastor Bo highlights that God responds to hunger, humility, and desperation—not comfort or reputation. He contrasts Spirit-filled faith with performative Christianity, calling the church back to genuine encounters that change lives from the inside out. Drawing from revival history—including the Great Awakenings and Azusa Street—and the dramatic conversion of Charles Finney, this message reinforces that faith is not just intellectual, but deeply experiential. Every believer has a birthright to encounter God personally. The episode closes with a strong call to pursue God intentionally, reject pride, and position yourself for fresh encounters that bring real transformation. (00:00) The Danger of Image Over Encounter (01:05) The Resurrection and Historical Evidence (04:17) Why the Holy Spirit Is Essential to Christianity (06:00) Religion vs Power: Form Without Transformation (11:01) The Birth of the Church and Pentecost (19:00) Revival, Morality, and Cultural Transformation (25:00) The Necessity of Personal Encounter with God (29:00) Charles Finney’s Conversion and Encounter (38:00) Manifestations of the Holy Spirit Explained (47:00) Impartation and the Power of Association (55:00) Call to Hunger, Prayer, and Surrender <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a>

April 14, 202640 min

Easter Sunday - The Empty Tomb Changes Everything

<div style="text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; line-height: 120%; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-family: Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0,0,0);">On this Resurrection Sunday episode of the CityLight Podcast, Pastor Bo delivers a powerful and evangelistic message on the meaning and reality of Jesus’ resurrection. Walking through John 20, he brings the empty tomb to life—highlighting Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the risen Christ, the significance of the folded grave cloth, and the deeply personal moment when Jesus calls her by name. The resurrection, he emphasizes, is not just a historical event to celebrate, but a present reality that reveals Christ’s victory over sin and death. The message builds to a clear and compelling invitation to salvation, emphasizing that no one can earn their way to God and that only Jesus provides the perfect sacrifice for eternal life. Pastor Bo closes with a hopeful reminder that the resurrection is not only a promise of life after death, but a source of victory, help, and hope in our lives today. (00:00) A Saviour for Those Who Cannot Save Themselves (00:26) Opening the Resurrection Account in John 20 (03:00) The Messiness of Faith and the Faithfulness of God (06:16) The Empty Tomb, the Folded Cloth, and Mary’s Encounter with Jesus (10:46) Christ the High Priest and the Accepted Sacrifice (19:18) The New Birth and Why You Must Be Born Again (25:07) Eternal Life, Human Need, and the Perfect Saviour (32:43) Invitation to Salvation and Prayer of Response (37:11) Resurrection Victory for Life Right Now <a href="https://citylightnyc.com/">https://citylightnyc.com/</a> </div>

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