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CityRise Sermons


May 24, 2026

Are you tired of feeling trapped by an oppressive system that demands perfection? In this powerful Memorial Day weekend message from West University Baptist Church, Dr. Roger Patterson dives into Galatians 5:16–26 to uncover the true meaning of Christian liberty.

Many believers find themselves trapped on opposite ends of the spectrum: legalism (living by strict rules and performance) or license (using freedom to indulge the flesh). Dr. Patterson reveals that both paths lead to the exact same place—spiritual bondage.

Discover how walking by the Spirit, being led by the Spirit, and keeping in step with the Holy Spirit provides the supernatural willpower you need to overcome your sin nature. Learn how a daily partnership with God transforms your heart, crucifies the flesh, and naturally produces the 9 essential fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

If you are ready to stop frantically striving and start abiding in Christ, this sermon will give you a practical, one-minute daily prayer to reshape your life.