At the end of our last section, Jesus says something puzzling: “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the…
These days, to 'follow' someone is as easy as a click. Instantly we see pictures and stories of our favourite celebrities and personalities. We know them...we think. Jesus is also…
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…
Lightning doesn't strike twice. Or so they say. The disciples of Jesus experienced firsthand the jaw-draw-dropping, stomach-filling feeding of five thousand people. What could have been more exhilarating? In chapter eight…
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…
What are your resolutions for 2019? What are the habits, practices and choices you want to integrate, not just for this year, but for a lifetime and beyond? We find…
A beheading. A striptease. Not your typical Christmas reading. We continue in the Gospel of Mark in what feels like a bit of an interlude – the beheading of John…
Hometown heroes: from musicians to athletes to politicians who 'make it', returning home is usually surrounded with fanfare, a large mural, or even a street name. As Jesus returns home…
God doesn't drive an ambulance, it's been said. He's never surprised by a call in the night. He's never in a rush. He's never late. Oh, you agree – he's no…