What is up with 'good' Friday? A day to commemorate the brutal death of a Jewish man 2,000 years ago? Come and survey the cross of Jesus, the man the…
Have you ever run your guts out to catch that bus (or train or plane) only to have the door closed on you? You got close – so close –…
Every once in a while, we run into situations that we don't understand or can't explain. It can happen frequently when we cross cultures. We can find ourselves asking, "What's happening here?…
Jesus is on the move. In chapter eleven of Mark, we reach Jerusalem – the holy, beloved city of Israel. His entrance is king-like. At once he fulfills the prophecies…
The good life. Some people just have it, don't they? It's a sign of blessing, a sign of prosperity, a sign of they got everything going right where they are.…
You might be surprised to know that divorce (the "D" word) was a big deal in Jesus' day. His friend and forerunner, John the Baptizer, was executed because he dared to…
Buckle up. Hold on. Jesus, the teacher, the rabbi, the Messiah is gathering his followers and class is in session. Up until now, it was preaching to many. From here,…
Welcome the second and final installment in our DNA series! City Gates is all about Helping People Find and Follow Jesus. It's City Gates' manifesto and mission; it is our raison d'être.…
At City Gates we're all about helping people find and follow Jesus. That phrase, "Helping People Find and Follow Jesus", is our manifesto, our mission; it drives us forward. Far…
We are a people addicted to appearances. On the one hand, there is some logic behind it; cleaning ourselves up for an occasion shows our respect for the place and people…