Who is the Holy Spirit?
Jane grew up in the church. She understood why Jesus died for her sins and why she should believe in Him to be saved. But the Holy Spirit was a bit of a mystery. As she read her Bible, sometimes she imagined the Holy Spirit was like the Force in Star Wars – a impersonal power you could channel to do impossible things. Other times, she imagined the Holy Spirit was like a genie, handing out gifts to believers who…
Theology of Missions
Mark has been attending City Church, and recently, he’s felt a growing tug in his heart about missions. He knows that God calls believers to share the gospel with the world, but he isn’t sure what that really means or how he can be involved. To gain a deeper understanding, Mark joined the Discipleship Class on “Theology of Missions”. In this class, he learned what missions truly is, why it’s vital to God’s plan, and how each of us can…
The Heart of Christian Parenting
Mike and Sarah felt overwhelmed raising their kids in a Christian home. They struggled to balance discipline, love, teaching faith, and addressing worldviews their kids encountered at school. Feeling frustrated, they joined the Discipleship Class at their church titled “The Heart of Christian Parenting.” Through the class, they learned about God’s purpose for parents and discovered practical ways to instill biblical values and nurture their children’s faith while relying on God’s grace. If you relate to Mike and Sarah or…
How to Share Your Faith
John always felt nervous about sharing his faith. Whenever he tried at work or with friends, he felt awkward, unqualified, and inadequate. One day, he joined a church class on “How to Share Your Faith.” The class gave him practical tips, and he no longer felt discouraged. If you relate to John and don’t know where to start, join our next Discipleship Class! Date: October 5th (Sunday)Time: 11:30am – 1pmTo register, please click on the link here.
What is Sin?
James had always seen himself as a good person. He attended church, volunteered, and avoided “big sins.” But one day, during a Bible study on Matthew 5, he read Jesus’ words: “Anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” (Matthew 5:28) James was shaken. He realized that sin wasn’t just about actions—it was about the heart. He started to see pride, envy, and selfishness in his thoughts and attitudes. Though he appeared…
Men’s Retreat 2025: Fight the Good Fight of Faith
At City Church we are a church of the city, for the city and from the city. This Years Retreat is Titled “Fight the Good Fight of Faith”. Join us October 18-19 for our annual Men’s Retreat. It will be a weekend out of the city and away from the hustle and bustle of the Beijing city life. Enjoy the Fall colors, unwind and focus on fellowship and God’s Word. Take some time to enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. Our Theme verse…
How to read the Bible
Jonathan longed for a deeper relationship with God, but felt overwhelmed every time he opened his Bible. His “Bible in a Year” attempts often fizzled out by March, leaving him feeling defeated and distant from God. Sometimes, he wondered if he could really understand God’s Word without a theology degree. If Jonathan’s experience mirrors your own, we have good news for you. City Church has prepared two classes on October 19th & October 26th, which will equip you to read…
Gospel Bridges
Jing was sitting in her favorite coffee shop when her coworker Rachel joined her unexpectedly. As they chatted about life, Rachel sighed and asked, “Do you ever feel like there’s something more? Like, no matter what you do, it’s never enough?” For a moment, Jing froze. Then, she remembered what she’d learned about using everyday moments as gospel bridges. She gently replied, “I know exactly what you mean. For me, I used to feel that way too, until I realized…
What does the Bible say about Divorce?
Jane grew up in a family affected by divorce. Determined not to repeat that cycle in her own life, she attended the church’s Discipleship Class on “What Does the Bible Say About Divorce?” to build a firm, biblical foundation on this important topic. If, like Jane, you’re curious about God’s perspective on divorce and want to learn what the Bible truly says, we invite you to join us this Discipleship Class to explore this crucial topic together! Date: November 9th…
Understanding the Old Testament
Have you ever received a package, opened it, and thought, “Wait, I didn’t order this. What even IS this?” Sometimes we feel like this reading the Bible. We struggle to see how certain passages have anything to do with us, as if parts of Scripture have surely arrived at our address by mistake. This sense of confusion is especially acute when we read the Old Testament. To better understand the Bible and make sense of the Old Testament, join our…