City Church / Knoxville, TN

Teaching by Jordan Gaut based on Acts 4:8-13. Week 2 of our series, Origin Story…The Magic & Mess of the Early Church. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Eric Freemon based on Acts 1:1-14. Week 1 of our series, Origin Story…The Magic & Mess of the Early Church. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

In this episode, Sara Freemon, Melanie Williamson and Callie Holland recap the recent Parenting Conference, highlighting personal impact and parenting experiences paired with the insights shared from Willow Springs Counseling. With rising anxiety, tech overload, discipleship challenges and marriage stress — how can we parent intentionally?Take a look at some of the topics:How anxiety in parents is shaping anxiety in kidsWhy “discipline as discipleship” mattersHow to reframe screen time and technology as a spiritual formation issuePractical ways to protect your marriage while parentingHow small spiritual habits can form your child's heartThis is a loud, anxious world. Let's parent with purpose.

Teaching by Colton Leboeuf based on 2 Kings 17:7-23. Week 7 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

This episode covers:The difference between godly devotion and self-relianceWhat David understood that Saul didn'tThe filters we need to process advice and truthWhy the Pharisees missed the Messiah (and what that says about us)The real, messy beauty of being part of God's unfolding storyWhether you're ahead, behind, or restarting the reading plan, this conversation is for anyone trying to stay rooted in truth in a world full of noise.

Teaching by Marcus Williamson based on 1 Kings 12:1-15. Week 6 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Highlights include:Grace Within Brokenness (Judges + Ruth)Understanding the Role of JudgesRepentance as a Way of Life:Prayer and Real Conversations with GodProphets Then and NowGod's Ability to Work Through Dark Moments

Teaching by Callie Holland based on 1 Kings 2:1-4. Week 5 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Jordan Gaut based on 2 Samuel 18:31-33. Week 4 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Eric Freemon based on 2 Samuel 2:1-10. Week 3 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

As you may have heard, beginning May 11, we're excited to gift Kent, our Pastor of Teaching & Vision, a 12-week period as an invitation to step away from his responsibilities at City Church and allow him to rest, seek physical, spiritual, and emotional renewal and return refreshed and rejuvenated for the work God has ahead in our church. You can find more out about that here.As we approach May 11, we thought it important to give both Kent & Ana a space to share a little behind the scenes insight into how they're feeling about this extended time of rest.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on 1 Samuel 8:1-22. Week 2 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

We're recapping key takeaways from Numbers & Deuteronomy as we continue following the Year of the Bible Reading Plan. We reflect on Israel's wandering, rebellion and the constant thread of God's faithfulness throughout it all. The conversation covers the relatable cycle of human doubt, exploring why God's promises in the Old Testament can't always be "cut and pasted" into modern faith, and highlight what still holds true today.In the second half, we look at Luke and explore Mary's response to live-altering interruption, the emotional weight of raising the Messiah and the significance of the temple moments with Simeon and Anna. This episode reminds us of the beauty in God's continuity—and the tension between spiritual privilege and forgetfulness.Whether you're behind on the reading plan, tracking right along or haven't started — this conversation will hopefully both ground and inspire you to start/keep going.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on 1 Corinthians 10:6-13. Week 1 of our series, How To Learn From History…So You Don't Repeat It. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Luke 24:1-6. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Judges 2:10-19. Week 5 of our series, God Said What?! Making Sense of Conquest and Holy War. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Luke 6:27-36. Week 4 of our series, God Said What?! Making Sense of Conquest and Holy War. Part of our Year of the Bible. Find out more at citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Eric Freemon based on various passages. Week 3 of our series, God Said What?! Making Sense of Conquest and Holy War. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Deuteronomy 20:1-9. Week 2 of our series, God Said What?! Making Sense of Conquest and Holy War. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Deuteronomy 7:1-6. Week 1 of our series, God Said What?! Making Sense of Conquest and Holy War. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Marcus Williamson based on Numbers 15:32–36. Week 5 of our series, Lost Me At Leviticus: The Meaning of Law & Sacrifice. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Numbers 11:1-17. Week 4 of our series, Lost Me At Leviticus: The Meaning of Law & Sacrifice. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

This episode tackles the questions you've found yourself asking as you make your way through the Year of the Bible Reading Plan.

Teaching by Tim Olson based on Leviticus 22:31-23:2. Week 3 of our series, Lost Me At Leviticus: The Meaning of Law & Sacrifice. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Leviticus 10:10-11. Week 2 of our series, Lost Me At Leviticus: The Meaning of Law & Sacrifice. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on various passages. Week 1 of our series, Lost Me At Leviticus: The Meaning of Law & Sacrifice. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Key Discussion PointsReading Through LeviticusAddressing common challenges readers face with LeviticusUnderstanding Old Testament LawsThree common interpretations discussed:Laws apply if not overturned in New TestamentLaws apply if repeated in New TestamentLaws categorized as moral, civil, and ceremonialDiscussed how to identify references to Jesus throughout the Old Testament by asking:Does the passage foreshadow Jesus?Does it prompt questions Jesus answers?Does it feature Jesus?Does it explain Jesus's accomplishments?Does it point to Jesus's return?The TransfigurationDetailed discussion of Jesus's transfigurationSignificance of Moses and Elijah's presenceKey message: "Listen to Him" - importance of hearing Jesus's voiceUpcoming ContentNext five weeks will focus on "God Said What" series covering:DeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesUnderstanding difficult commands in these booksContext for conquest and holy war passagesResources for QuestionsListeners can submit questions via Instagram: @citychurchnox or the website, citychurchnox.com/bible

Teaching by Kent Bateman based on Luke 24:13-27. Week 5 of our series, The Book of Strange New Things: Entering the World of the Bible. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Callie Holland, based on John 1:1-5. Week 4 of our series, The Book of Strange New Things: Entering the World of the Bible. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Key Topics and Timestamps:0:00-4:30Introduction to the Year of the Bible reading initiativePersonal experiences with following the reading planDiscussion of Kent's 9-year-old son joining the reading initiative unprompted4:30-12:00Discussion of recurring patterns in Biblical narrativesPattern of judgment, rescue, and moral failure (examples from Adam/Eve, Noah, Lot)How these patterns reveal themes throughout Scripture12:00-20:00Water imagery pattern throughout ScriptureExamples from Creation, Noah's flood, Red Sea crossing, Jordan RiverConnection to Jesus's baptism and water-related miracles20:00-28:00Pattern of sibling rivalries in ScriptureDiscussion of primogeniture and God subverting cultural normsExamples: Cain/Abel, Ishmael/Isaac, Jacob/Esau, Joseph and his brothers28:00-35:00The significance of the number 40 in ScriptureExamples: Noah's flood, Moses's life periods, Israel's wilderness wanderingCulmination in Jesus's 40 days in the wilderness35:00-42:00Discussion of why these patterns matterUnity of Scripture despite multiple authors across centuriesCircular vs. linear views of history42:00-48:00Advice for reading challenging parts of the BibleTips for reading genealogiesImportance of perseverance in Bible reading

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on various passages. Week 3 of our series, The Book of Strange New Things: Entering the World of the Bible. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on Hebrews 1:1-3. Week 2 of our series, The Book of Strange New Things: Entering the World of the Bible. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Key Topics0:00-2:00Introduction to Year of the Bible initiativeExplanation of reading plan and resourcesWebsite information (citychurchnox.com/bible)2:00-8:30Four approaches to biblical doctrine framework: Die for (essential Christian beliefs)Divide for (potentially church-dividing issues)Debate for (discussable differences)Decide for (matters of preference)8:30-15:00Discussion of Genesis 1Literal vs. figurative interpretation debateEmphasis on focusing on what the text is trying to communicate15:00-22:00Biblical genres breakdown22:00-30:00Discussion of extreme age spans in GenesisDifferent interpretations of biblical numbers30:00-42:00Discussion of polygamy in the Old TestamentExamples from biblical narrativesExplanation of why it's portrayed negativelyStory of Jacob, Leah, and RachelSolomon's example42:00-44:00Wrap-up and reminder about submitting questions

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on various passages. Week 1 of our series, The Book of Strange New Things: Entering the World of the Bible. Part of our Year of the Bible. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Marcus Williamson, based on Luke 10:38-42. Week 3 of our series: Prepare Them Room: Embodying the Hospitality of Christmas. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on Luke 10:25-37. Week 2 of our series: Prepare Them Room: Embodying the Hospitality of Christmas. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Eric Freemon, based on Luke 19:1-10. Week 1 of our series: Prepare Them Room: Embodying the Hospitality of Christmas. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on Philippians 4:21-23. Week 13 of our series: Philippians: Defiant Joy in Distressing Times. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on Philippians 4:10-20. Week 12 of our series: Philippians: Defiant Joy in Distressing Times. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Colton Lebeouf, based on Philippians 4:4-9. Week 11 of our series: Philippians: Defiant Joy in Distressing Times. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Teaching by Kent Bateman, based on Philippians 3:17-4:3. Week 10 of our series: Philippians: Defiant Joy in Distressing Times. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.

Podcast episode featuring Callie Holland, Kent Bateman, and Eric Freemon. For more information, visit citychurchknox.com.