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Christ Church at Grove Farm
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This message contains the testimonies of both Pastor Brad Lebakken and Rev. Marcus Gresham
Scripture: Luke 5:36-38. As we end 2017, we look to the promise of new year and the care with which we should handle the new life we have in Christ.
Scripture: Luke 2:1-7. It's Christmas Evening and the Rev. Jared Ott is preaching on the birth of our Lord as described in the carol Silent Night.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12. On this Christmas Eve morning, we are holding our annual services of Lessons and Carols. Included here are both sermons preached this morning, first from pastor John Guest and then from pastor Jamie Kendrew.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20. As we continue in our Advent series, the Rev. Jared Ott preaches on the birth announcement of Christ the newborn king.
Scripture: Luke 12:22-34. We bring our "How To Be Rich" series to a close as our Family Life Pastor, the Rev. Jamie Kendrew, preaches on being free from the grip of money and how to focus on kingdom things.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7. This week we are led by our Sr. Pastor the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott as we celebrate our Harvest Ingathering and continue in our series, "How To Be Rich".
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. We continue our series "How To Be Rich" as we are joined by the Rev. Dr. John Guest, on this Sunday when we remember and honor our Veterans.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19. This week we launch into a new series "How To Be Rich" as well as celebrate Reformation Sunday. Leading us in today's teachings is our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott.
Scripture: John 1:35-42. As we celebrate our partnership with the Urban Impact Foundation, the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover joins us to share the message of "The Power of One".
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8. Our “Dangerous Prayers” comes to a close as the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott preaches on three responses to when God calls us.
Scripture: Mark 14:3-9. In week 2 of our "Dangerous Prayers" series, our Family Life Pastor the Rev. Jamie Kendrew preaches on our need to be broken in order to be built up.
Scripture: Psalm 139:1-10, 23-24. This week we embark on a new sermon series entitled "Dangerous Prayers". Kicking us off with a look at David's prayer from Psalm 139 is our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott.
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20. The Rev Dr. Ed Glover brings our series "Are You Connected" to a close as he preaches on our responsibility to carry out the Great Commission.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-16. As we near the end of our "Are You Connected" series, our Sr. Pastor the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott preaches on the giftedness God gives to all of us and how the church needs those gifts to carry out its mission.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16. The Rev. Dr. John Guest joins us our series "Are You Connected" continues. Pastor John will be preaching on the necessity of commitment.
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. As we continue our series, "Are You Connected?", our Sr Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, preaches from the book of Acts and how we should be connected to a church.
Scripture: Luke 8:40-48. We are kicking off a new series called "Are You Connected" this week. To lead us off, the Rev. Jamie Kendrew walks us through the cycle of connection here at Christ Church.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-15, 1Timothy 11:4-5. Its Youth Sunday! Our student ministries pastors and bands lead us in a lesson on the very important and symbiotic relationship between the church and student ministries.
Scripture: James 5:13-20. We conclude our series on the book of James as our Sr. Pastor discusses praying in faith. This sermon included a performance of "Hills and Valleys" from Tauren Wells, which is not in this recording.
Scripture: James 5:7-12. As our "Walk This Way" series nears its end, we are lead by the Rev. Jamie Kendrew as he preaches on perseverance and conquering mountains
Scripture: James 5:1-6. Sr. Pastor Jared Ott teaches on the dangers of how we view money in terms of its place in our lives, especially in relation to God.
Scripture: James 4:11-17. The final leg of our series "Walk This Way" begins as the Rev. John Guest joins us to preach on the dangers of pride.
Scripture: Luke 10:2. We are taking a break from our Walk This Way series in order to celebrate the week of fun and ministry that was summer day camp! Our Kids Pastor, the Rev. Mike Koepfer, leads us today as he preaches on the need for us to get active with the mission that God has put before us.
Scripture: James 4:1-10. Our study of the book of James continues as Pastor Jared speaks on submitting to God by following His plan and scriptures rather than our own.
Scripture: James 3:13-18. "Walk This Way" continues as our Sr. Pastor teaches us about the two different kinds of wisdom.
Scripture: James 3:1-12. Our series "Walk This Way" continues as our Family Life Pastor Jamie Kendrew tackles the tongue.
We return to our series "Walk This Way" after a brief hiatus, as we are led by our Sr. Pastor the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, who is preaching on James 2.
Scripture: 1 Samuel 14. Happy Father's Day! We are pleased to be joined this week by our good friend Tom Lemmon, General Manager of WORD FM, as we study the Word and encourage the Dads in our lives.
Scripture: James 2:1-13. We continue our "Walk This Way" series with a message on loving others regardless of their station in life. Joining us to bring this sermon is the Rev. Dr. John Guest.
Scripture: James 1:19:27. We continue in our "Walk This Way" series as Pastor Jared teaches on the command to not only be hearers of the Word, but also doers of the Word.
Scripture: James 1:12-18. We continue in our new series "Walk This Way" as we are joined by the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover, who will be teaching us about trials, temptations and the differences between.
Scripture: James 1:1-11. We are kicking off a new series this week called "Walk This Way". This series will be taking us through the book of James as we discover together how we live out our Christian faith.
Scripture: I Samuel 1:9-20. Happy Mothers' Day! We celebrate those very special ladies in our lives with a message from the the story of Hannah, found in 1 Samuel.
Scripture: Daniel 9:1-3. Our high school pastor, the Rev. Doug Raraigh shares with us lessons from life of Daniel that can help us grow closer to God.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16. The Rev. Dr. John Guest joins us today to preach on using our gifts and talent in the name of the Lord. Included in this message is the testimony of one of our recent mission trip members, Kevin Garbera.
Scripture: John 21:15-19. Our "That You May Believe" series comes to a close as our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, preaches on second chances, Peter, and Jesus.
Scripture: John 20:10-20. He is risen! Today we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in an Easter message from the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, as part of our "That You May Believe" series.
Our Sr. Pastor The Rev. Dr. Jared Ott walks us through the Passover meal that was the last meal with Jesus had with his disciples.
Scripture: John 12:12-17. We kick off Holy Week as we are led by the Rev. Jamie Kendrew preaching on this Sunday of the Palms.
Scripture: John 11:18-25. We are led by our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, as he preaches on John 11 and God's timing as part of our "That You May Believe" series.
Scripture: John 10:1-18. Our "That You May Believe" series continues as our Family Life pastor, the Rev. Jamie Kendrew preaches on the Good Shepherd.
Scripture: John 9:1-12. This week in our "That You May Believe" series, we are led by our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, as he preaches on Jesus demonstrating the work He came to do, which is healing and restoration.
Scripture: John 8:1-11. Our journey through the gospel of John continues as we read of Jesus' response to the Pharisees and the woman caught in adultery.
Scripture: John 6:1-14. We continue our journey through the gospel of John as our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, teaches on the miracle of the Feeding of the Multitude.
Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11. We begin our Lenten season with an Ash Wednesday message on the temptation of Jesus in wilderness.
Scripture: John 5:1-13. This week, we are joined by the president and founder of the Urban Impact Foundation, the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover. Pastor Ed preaches on Jesus healing the sick man at the pool of Bethesda as part of our That You May Believe series.
Scripture: John 4:1-14. On this Sunday where we celebrated the sacrament of baptism, we are lead in our teaching by our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, as he preaches on the Samaritan's woman encounter with Jesus at the well.
Scripture: John 3:1-15. Our journey through the gospel of John progresses as we take a look at the third chapter, discussing the meeting between Nicodemus and Jesus.
Scripture: John 2:1-11. We continue our journey through the gospel of John as we are joined by the Rev. John Guest. He will be preaching on John chapter 2 in which we witness Jesus's first miracle.
Scripture: John 1:1-14. We are kicking off a brand new series this week entitled "That You May Believe". We are excited for you to be joining us on this journey through the gospel of John as we learn together about Jesus. We begin right where you'd guess with John chapter 1 as we are led by our Sr. Pastor Jared Ott.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18. We bring our "Life: Designed by God" series to a close with a testimony and message from pastor Jamie Kendrew.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10. We are in week 2 of our series "Life: Designed by God" as we are led by our senior pastor Jared Ott. He is teaching on the fact that we have been formed for a specific reason in order to bring about the kingdom of God.
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8. As we kick of our new series "Life: Designed by God", we are joined by the new president of the Silver Ring Thing, Jason Burtt.
Scripture: Romans 4:13-24a. 2017 has arrived and we are starting off the year with a reminder from pastor Matthew Rivers that God is faithful to complete that which He says He will.
Scripture: Luke 2:25-35. Christmas is here, and the Rev. John Guest is preaching on the gift of faith that came with the birth of Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20. Its Christmas Eve, and we are celebrating the wonder of the season and the hope that comes through the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12. Today we celebrate our service of Lessons and Carols as we learn about the star chasers who would come to see the newborn king.
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25. In week 2 our of series "The Bethlehem Effect" our Sr. Pastor Jared Ott discusses the courage of Joseph and the example he set for us in following God.
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38. This week we kick off a new series called "The Bethlehem Effect". The Rev. Dr. Ed Glover joins us for week 1 of our new series as he preaches on the virgin birth of Jesus and its impact on our belief.
Scripture Luke 17:11-19. The Rev. John Guest leads us in a lesson concerning gratitude as our attention is on Thanksgiving.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. We bring our stewardship focus within our Innerworkings of Worship series to a close as pastor Jared Ott preaches on being a cheerful giver during our Harvest Ingathering service. This message also contains a testimony from church and staff member, Linda Santavicca.
Scripture: Mark 12:41-44. On this day when we remember and celebrate our veterans, pastor John Guest speaks on the sacrifice of giving.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15. We are in the second week of focus on stewardship within our Innerworkings of Worship series, "The Treasure Principle". In this message we are led by our Family Life pastor, the Rev. Jamie Kendrew, as he teaches on the spiritual nature of our giving.
Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26. We pick back up with our Innerworkings of Worship series as we now focus on the topic of stewardship. Our Sr. Pastor Jared Ott kicks us off as we dive into The Treasure Principle, our companion piece for this series.
Scripture: Acts 1:8. Today we take a pause in our Innerworkings of Worship series so that we can celebrate the unique partnership we have with the Urban Impact Foundation. Today we are joined by the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover, his wife Tammy, Seth Reichart and Sara VanKirk-Glover.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2. We are closing out our focus on worship within our Innerworkings of Worship series as our Associate Worship Pastor John Walton and Sr. Pastor Jared Ott discuss the importance of worship being an integral part of our lives, not reserved for the time we are in a worship service.
Scripture: Revelation 3:19-22. We are in week three of our focus on worship. Today, we hear from our Director of Choral Music, Mickey Knaub, as well as our Family Life Pastor, the Rev. Jamie Kendrew as he speaks about the give and take of worship.
Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5. We are in week 2 of our focus on worship within our Innerworkings of Worship. Our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, details that worship is a response to what God has done for us first. Also in this message, Pastor Jared reveals the name of and dedicates our newly acquired building.
Scripture: John 4:21-26. We continue in our Innerworkings of Worship series as we examine why we sing as a form of worship. Joining us today are the Rev. John Guest and our lead worship pastor, Brad Lebakken.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-20. We are closing out our focus on Fellowship within the Innerworkings of Worship series this week as our Sr. Pastor Jared Ott preaches on how we come together through serving.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25. As we continue to focus on Fellowship in our Innerworkings of Worship series, we are joined by the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover.
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. We are jumping back into our Innerworkings of Worship series with a three part look at Fellowship. Leading us in our message today for part 1 of the focus is our senior pastor the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott.
We are celebrating Youth Sunday this week, as we are led in worship by members of our Youth Ministries, including a message from our High School Pastor, the Rev. Doug Raraigh
Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8. Our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, brings our series on the Apostles' Creed to a close with an examination of the hope that comes with the renewal of all things.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-44. As we near the end of series on the Apostles' Creed, our pastor of Family Life leads us in a biblical exploration of our resurrections.
Scripture 1 John 1:5-10. Our Sr. Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott, discusses the heavy, yet hopeful topic of sin and Christ's work for our redemption from sin as we continue to examine the core of our beliefs as expressed in the Apostles' Creed.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22. We continue in our series on the Apostles' Creed with a sequel to last week's message as we look at the Holy Spirit's work in unifying us as one church, the communion of saints.
Scripture: John 14:15-21. We are joined today by the Rev. Ed Glover as we continue in our series on the Apostles' Creed, which is part of our uber-series The Innerworkings of Worship.
Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44. The Rev. Dr. Jared Ott leads us once again in our series The Innerworkings of Worship as he preaches on the return of Christ. This message contains two clips from the 1972 cult classic "A Thief in the Night".
Scripture: Acts 1:1-11. We return to our series the Innerworkings of Worship this week as we continue our way through the Apostles' Creed. Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches today and also gives a report on our recent trip to the Dominican Republic.
Scripture: Psalm 33:8-22. This Sunday we are celebrating the 240th birthday of our great nation with a sermon from the Rev. Dr. John Guest.
1 Corinthians 15:1-11. We continue to make our way through the foundational truths of our faith as described in the Apostles' Creed. We are lead today by our Sr. Pastor Jared Ott as we also celebrate our week of Summer Day Camp.
Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20. Happy Father's Day! We celebrate Dads with donuts and a message from Matthew Rivers as we continue our series, The Innerworkings of Worship.
Scripture: Acts 17:22-28. We continue in our Innerworkings of Worship series today as we get a brief history of the creeds and dive deep into the opening statement of the Apostles Creed.
Scripture: Romans 10:8-15. This week we begin a new sermon series, "The Inner Workings of Worship". Throughout the course of this series, we will be examining the things that define us as a church. We begin by working our way through the Apostles' Creed, which serves as a distillation of our foundational beliefs.
Ephesians 6:1-4. As we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms, we also complete our We Are Family series with a message on parenting from Sr. Pastor Jared Ott.
Scripture: Ephesians 5:28-33. As a continuation from last week's message on being married, our pastor of Family Life takes a look at what it takes to stay married. This sermon included a clip from the movie Up.
Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-27. Pastor Jared Ott returns to our We Are Family series to discuss being married and what the bible has to say about how we treat our spouses.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. Happy Mother's Day! Join us as we talk about love, as perfectly expressed through God and Moms.
Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21. We continue our tour through the book of Ephesians as Family Life Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches on the importance of living as children of the light.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-29. We continue in our "We Are Family" series as Sr. Pastor Jared Ott elaborates on the thought that we cannot have harmony in our families and church until we have harmony with God in our hearts.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16. We are joined today by the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover of the Urban Impact Foundation as he discusses how we are to grow in our faith in order to fully participate in the family of God.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6. Sr. Pastor Jared Ott leads us into the new series "We Are Family" which will look at how we are to respond to what Christ did for us at Easter. We begin by examining the four virtues that help us strive for unity.
Scripture: John 20:11-16, 26-29. We are still celebrating the Resurrection of our savior Jesus Christ as we examine the appearances of the Risen Lord to the disciples.
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Happy Easter everyone!
Scripture: Mark 15:33-42. On this Palm Sunday, Pastor Jamie Kendrew leads us through the crucifixion narrative as recorded in Mark.
Scripture: Mark 15:1-15. We get closer to the Cross as Pastor John Guest teaches on Jesus' trials before Caiphas and Pilate.
Scripture: Mark 14:66-72. As we continue to look at the final 24 hours of Jesus' earthly existence, we come to Him being denied by the apostle Peter.
Scripture: Mark 14:32-42. Our journey towards the Cross and Resurrection continues as Pastor Jamie Kendrew leads us out of the upper room with the disciples and into the Garden of Gethsemane.
Scripture: Mark 14:17-26. On this the second Sunday of Lent, we begin a new series looking at the final 24 hours of Jesus' ministry before His crucifixion and resurrection. Today the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott discusses the Passover Feast that became The Last Supper.
Scripture: Matthew 10:5-15. The Encounter Missions series comes to a close as the Rev. John Guest preaches on Jesus sending out His disciples to spread the gospel.
The Rev. Dr. Jared Ott begins our Lenten Teaching series on Ash Wednesday with a sermon focusing on the "Belt of Truth", as described in the armor of God passage from the book of Ephesians.
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-12. As we continue our series Encounter Missions, Pastor Ed Glover gives us practical steps derived from scripture that we can use to prepare ourselves to carry out our mission.
Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38. Our focus on missions continues as the Rev. Jared Ott describes what to means to fulfill the mission given to us by Jesus to reach and serve the world.
Scripture: Matthew 4:18-25. We begin a new series this week, Encounter Missions, where we will be focussing our call as Christians to go out into the world in the name of Christ, as well as our specific commitment as a church to spread the gospel and serve His people.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10. Our Choose Life focus continues as Sr. Pastor Jared Ott explains that we are not only created on purpose, but through Christ, we are made to do good works in His name.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18. As is our tradition in January, we focus of the sanctity of life in our Choose Life series. To begin, Pastor Jamie Kendrew discusses what it means to be Pro-Life and reminds us that God created each of us with a specific purpose in mind.
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3. On this first Sunday of 2016, we celebrate the Installation of the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott as the next Sr. Pastor and Rector of Christ Church at Grove Farm.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12. We conclude our Expect the Unexpected series as the Rev, John Guest preaches on visit of the Magi to the Baby King.
Scripture: Luke 2:1-15. It's Christmas Day and the Rev. John Guest is preaching on that classic narrative from the gospel of Luke.
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38. It's Christmas Eve and the Rev. John Guest is preaching on accepting the gift of Jesus!
Scripture: Luke 1: 26-38. It's Christmas Eve and we're talking about the opportunity to accept the gift of Jesus!
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25. On this day we celebrate of Festival of Lessons and Carols and learn of the choice presented to Joseph, as well as the choice presented to each of us.
Scripture: Matthew 1:1-6. As we continue through this Advent season, we examine the genealogy of Jesus and the surprises found therein.
Scripture: Luke 2:1-11. Fresh off the Light the Night presentation, Pastor Ed Glover kicks off our Advent series discussing the shepherds and the need for the gospel.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-21. We bring our Better Way Giving series to a close on this first week of Advent as learn that giving is a two-way street and what we should expect from God when we give.
Scripture: Luke 21:1-4. We celebrate our annual tradition of Ingathering as we study the teaching of the Widow's Mite.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9. Our series on a better way to give continues as we look at giving beyond affordability, expectation and need.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4. Our series focussed on a better way to look at giving continues as we examine the biblical instructions for reliability in our giving.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15. Our series looking at how we ought to view our giving continues as the Rev. John Guest discusses how our hearts ought to be rooted in joy.
Scripture: Luke 9:39-50. We begin a new series this week, looking at our Christian lives/faith should and do inform and impact our view and practice of giving. We begin by looking at a the ways in which we are motivated, not by compulsion, but rather gratitude when we give.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-24. Our series "No Escaping God" comes to a close as we are taught about the the mighty power of God, and the power of God working through us.
Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12. We are joined by Pastor Ed Glover today as we study the 139th psalm while we look at the inescapable presence of our God.
Scripture: Psalm 139: 1-6. We begin anew series this day looking in depth at three attributes of God, His knowledge, His presence and His power as expressed in Psalm 139. Today we focus on His deep knowledge of us His children.
Scripture: Mark 1:35-39. Our series, "Too Busy Not to Pray" draws to a close as Pastor Jared preaches on how through our prayer life, God directs our steps by prompting us into action.
Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11. As we learn to be still before God, we are joined by Gabe Razete who shard the testimony of his recent trip to Lusaka, Zambia.
Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34. We are in week 2 of our series "Too Busy Not to Pray" and we continue to look at the impact of prayer on our lives.
Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7. As summer ends we begin a new series called "Too Busy Not to Pray". Pastor Jamie Kendrew starts us off by reminding us of the necessity for prayer in our lives, as well as God's desire to hear from His children.
Scripture: Acts 20:22-38. We conclude our series on Acts and the young church in action b looking at the community built around the cause of Christ as described by the apostle Paul on his "farewell tour".
Scripture: Acts 18:1-11. As we study the early days the church as recorded in Acts, we find that we can be encouraged in the spreading of the gospel through God's presence, protection and our potential through Him, as was the apostle Paul.
Scripture: Acts 17:16-28. As we continue in our series focusing on the book of Acts, we study the scene where Paul addresses the Greeks concerning philosophy, idol worship and knowing the One True God.
Scripture: Acts 16:19-34. We continue our series on A Young Church in Action, looking at how persecution can fuel our witness for Christ.
Scripture: Acts 16:1-10. As we continue our series looking at The Young Church in Action, we look more closely at Paul's second missionary journey.
Scripture: Acts 15:1-11. As we continue our series looking at The Young Church in Action, we study today the doctrinal issue of how we receive salvation, and how we, therefore, as a church are to extend grace.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5. On this weekend 20 years ago, the first service of what would become Christ Church at Grove Farm was held. We take this Sunday to look back in gratitude and look ahead in eager anticipation of God's calling for our church.
Here are excerpts from our 20th Anniversary service, including remarks from: Founding Member Jim Hamilton; Sr. Pastor Elect Rev. Dr. Jared Ott; and Family Life Pastor Jamie Kendrew.
Scripture: Acts 12:1-16. On this Sunday we remember our mission to Uganda and learn about the nature of prayers, regardless of how God answers.
Scripture: Acts 12:1-16. On this Sunday we remember our mission to Uganda and learn about the nature of prayers, regardless of how God answers.
Acts:10:9-22. As our series on the early church continues, we look at the movement of the gospel from the Jewish people to the Gentiles.
Acts:10:9-22. As our series on the early church continues, we look at the movement of the gospel from the Jewish people to the Gentiles.
Scripture: Acts 8:26-40. We look at the story of Philip and Eunuch as we discuss personal evangelism in services where we celebrate Camp Sunday, and confirm a new Sr. Pastor & Rector Elect.
Scripture: Acts 8:26-40. We look at the story of Philip and Eunuch as we discuss personal evangelism in services where we celebrate Camp Sunday, and confirm a new Sr. Pastor & Rector Elect. This sermon includes the testimony of Taylor Bender, a high school student here at CCGF
Scripture: Acts 4:32-5:11. On this Father's Day, we continue our series in Acts as we look at the moving of the Holy Spirit in the early church and are joined by the folks from Silver Ring Thing.
Scripture: Acts 4:32-5:11. On this Father's Day, we continue our series in Acts as we look at the moving of the Holy Spirit in the early church and are joined by the folks from Silver Ring Thing.
Scripture: Luke 4:38-44. Today, we celebrate our partnership with the Urban Impact Foundation as pastor Ed Glover preaches on Staying on Mission with the Great Commission.
Scripture: Luke 4:38-44. Today, we celebrate our partnership with the Urban Impact Foundation as Nate Glover preaches on Staying on Mission with the Great Commission.
Scripture: Acts 4:1-14. We continue to study the early church as we simultaneously look back on our 20 years of ministry as a church and look ahead to the next 20. Today we are encouraged and challenged to be bold in standing for Christ , particularly in the face of opposition.
Scripture: Acts 4:1-14. We continue to study the early church as we simultaneously look back on our 20 years of ministry as a church and look ahead to the next 20. Today we are encouraged and challenged to be bold in standing for Christ , particularly in the face of opposition.
Scripture Acts 2:37-47. We continue to look the early days of the church as we study the book of Acts and the apostles. Today, the Rev. Jamie Kendrew reminds us that the in order for us to be effective as followers of Christ, we need on crucial ingredient - the Holy Spirit
Scripture Acts 2:37-47. We continue to look the early days of the church as we study the book of Acts and the apostles. Today, the Rev. Doug Raraigh reminds us that the in order for us to be effective as followers of Christ, we need one crucial ingredient - the Holy Spirit
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21. On this day when we celebrate Memorial Day and Pentecost, we begin our summer series on the book of Acts and rise of the early church.
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21. On this day when we celebrate Memorial Day and Pentecost, we begin our summer series on the book of Acts and rise of the early church.
Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33. In this message by the Rev. Ed Glover, we are taught that sometimes, the path laid out for us by God often leads us straight through the storm. But what He leads us into, He leads us out of as well.
Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33. In this message by the Rev. Jamie Kendrew, we are taught that sometimes, the path laid out for us by God often leads us straight through the storm. But what He leads us into, He leads us out of as well.
Scripture: Matt 19:13-15. Happy Mother's Day! Here is a sermon from the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott on the great and awesome responsibility of raising children with a biblical worldview, and teaching of God's great love for them.
Scripture: Matt 19:13-15. Happy Mother's Day! Here is a sermon from the Rev. Jamie Kendrew on the great and awesome responsibility of raising children with a biblical worldview, and teaching them of God's love for them.
Scripture: Luke 24:13-16. The Rev. Doug Raraigh preaches on the lessons learned from Jesus when we walked with the two travelers on the road to Emmaus.
Scripture: Luke 24:13-16. We are joined once again by The Very Rev. Dr. Justyn Terry in our Face to Face series. Dr. Terry preaches on Jesus appearing to the two travelers walking to Emmaus.
Scripture: Luke 5:27-32. Our Face to Face series continues as we are joined by the Very Rev. Dr. Justyn Terry, as he preaches on the calling of Levi, also known as Matthew.
Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13. Our Face to Face series continues as the Rev Doug Raraigh discusses the characteristics of being a disciple.
Scripture:Acts 9:1-9. Our series on the Face to Face encounters as the Rev. Dr. Jared Ott discusses the meeting the terrorist Saul had with the Risen Lord.
Scripture:Acts 9:1-9. Our series on the Face to Face encounters as the Rev. Jamie Kendrew discusses the meeting the terrorist Saul had with the Risen Lord.
Scripture: John 11:38-44. Our "Face to Face with Jesus" series continues as we look at mourning and comfort when we experience death.
Scripture: John 11:38-44. Our "Face to Face with Jesus" series continues as we look at mourning and comfort when we experience death.
Scripture: John 20:24-30. We celebrate the risen and eternal king on this Easter Sunday.
Scripture: John 20:24-30. We celebrate the risen and eternal king on this Easter Sunday.
Scripture: Luke 19:28-44. As we move ever closer to the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ, we continue in our series on face to face encounters with Jesus. This week, the Triumphal Entry and the Pharisees' reaction to Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 19:28-44. As we move ever closer to the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ, we continue in our series on face to face encounters with Jesus. This week, the Triumphal Entry and the Pharisees' reaction to Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42. We continue our "Face to Face" series as we learn to not miss the Lord in front of us for the sake of our serving Him.
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42. We continue our "Face to Face" series as we learn to not miss the Lord in front of us for the sake of our serving Him.
Scripture: Mark 10-46-52. Our Face to Face series continues as we look at Bartimaeus's encounter with the Jesus.
Scripture: Mark 10-46-52. Our Face to Face series continues as we look at Bartimaeus's encounter with the Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 5:17-26. The Rev. Jamie Kendrew continues our "Face to Face" series as he preaches on Jesus healing the paralyzed man brought to Him by his friends. This message includes the personal testimony of Jane Abbatte, speaking on behalf of Rachel's Vineyard.
Scripture: Luke 5:17-26. The Rev. John Guest continues our "Face to Face" series as he preaches on Jesus healing the paralyzed man brought to Him by his friends. This message includes the personal testimony of Jane Abbatte, speaking on behalf of Rachel's Vineyard.
Scripture: John 4:4-24. In the second week of our new series on Face to Face encounters with Jesus, Rev. Jamie Kendrew looks at the story of the Woman at the Well, and her interaction with Christ.
Scripture: John 4:4-24. In the second week of our new series on Face to Face encounters with Jesus, Rev. Dr. John Guest looks at the story of the Woman at the Well, and her interaction with Christ.
Scripture: John 3:1-21. In the first week of our new series on Face to Face encounters with Jesus, Rev. Dr. John Guest looks at the story of Nicodemus, the Pharisee, and his interaction with Christ.
Scripture: John 3:1-21. In the first week of our new series on Face to Face encounters with Jesus, Rev. Jamie Kendrew looks at the story of Nicodemus, the Pharisee, and his interaction with Christ.
Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20. We conclude our series Renewed as The Rev. Ed Glover preaches from the Great Commission concerning the sharing of our faith and hope with others.
Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20. We conclude our series Renewed as The Rev. John Guest preaches from the Great Commission concerning the sharing of our faith and hope with others.
Scripture: Galatians 5:13-14. We continue our series on being Renewed as we look at the next step in our Christian journey, the going out and serving of others in the areas that God has gifted us. Included at the beginning of this message is a testimony from Jim Britsch, our new Usher Team Leader and family member of the church.
Scripture: Galatians 5:13-14. We continue our series on being Renewed as we look at the next step in our Christian journey, the going out and serving of others in the areas that God has gifted us. Included in this message is a testimony from Jim Britsch, our new Usher Team Leader and family member of the church.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16. Our series on being renewed continues as the Rev. Doug Raraigh shares with us the importance of maturing and growing in community and in your faith.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16. Our series on being renewed continues as the Rev Jamie Kendrew shares with us the importance of maturing and growing in community and in your faith.
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. We begin a new series detailing Jesus' plan for how we should act from the beginning of our faith journey, to us leading others on their faith journey. Today Pastor John Guest discusses the importance of belonging to a church family.
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. We begin a new series detailing Jesus' plan for how we should act from the beginning of our faith journey, to us leading others on their faith journey. Today Pastor Ed Glover discusses the importance of belonging to a church family.
Scripture: Psalm 33:12-22. We close out our "Choose Life" series by building on the theme from last week as the Rev. Jamie Kendrew preaches on God standing for us when when stand for life. The recording begins with a testimony from one of the members of the Young Lives ministry.
Scripture: Psalm 33:12-22. We close out our "Choose Life" series by building on the theme from last week as the Rev. John Guest preaches on God standing for us when when stand for life. The recording begins with a testimony from one of the members of the Young Lives ministry.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18. We begin our focus on choosing life as Pastor John Guest preaches from Ps 139 and the reason for the sanctity of life. Included in this message is the testimony of Maygon Guhl, from the Try Life Center.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18. We begin our focus on choosing life as Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches from Ps 139 and the reason for the sanctity of life. At the conclusion of this message is the testimony of Maygon Guhl, from the Try Life Center.
Scripture: Psalm 80:18-19. On the first Sunday of 2015, we turn to the Lord, our source of life and power, to revive and restore us as we move on to a new year of ministry.
Scripture: Psalm 80:18-19. On the first Sunday of 2015, we turn to the Lord, our source of life and power, to revive and restore us as we move on to a new year of ministry.
Scripture: Luke 2:21-39. We bring our "Anticipation" series and Advent season to a close as Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches on Simeon and Anna meeting the baby Jesus at the temple.
Scripture: Luke 2:21-39. We bring our "Anticipation" series and Advent season to a close as Pastor John Guest preaches on Simeon and Anna meeting the baby Jesus at the temple.
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38. We celebrate Christmas Eve as Pastor John Guest preaches on anticipating the impossible
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38. We celebrate Christmas Eve as Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches on anticipating the impossible
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20. Our "Anticipation" series continues on this fourth week of Advent as Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches on the history of the birth celebration and the shepherds.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20. On this fourth week of Advent, the Rev. Ed Glover pinch hits with a sermon concerning the shepherds and taking this moment to choose Christ.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12. Our advent series "Anticipation" continues on this our Lessons & Carols service, as Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches on the wise men coming to worship the newborn king.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12. Our advent series "Anticipation" continues on this our Lessons & Carols service, as Pastor John Guest preaches on the adventure of sharing the gospel this Christmas season.
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24. Our Advent series "Anticipation" kicks off with the Rev. Dr. John Guest discussing the risk Joseph and Mary took in following the Lord.
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24. Our Advent series "Anticipation" kicks off with the Rev. Jamie Kendrew discussing the risk Joseph and Mary took in following the Lord.
Scripture: Romans 8:12-17. As we transition from Ingathering to our season of Advent, Rev. Dr. John Guest takes a look at what it means to be "Adopted in Christ." Guest Speaker Tammy Glover also shares a related story.
Scripture: Romans 8:12-17. As we transition from Ingathering to our season of Advent, Rev. Jamie Kendrew takes a look at what it means to be "Adopted in Christ." Guest Speaker Darlene Grieco shares a little of her story and the organization with whom she works, "Orphan Alliance." The video mentioned in the sermon can be viewed here: vimeo.com/104138836
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:12-15. On this our Ingathering Sunday, we bring our "Joy of Giving"series to an end as the Rev. John Guest shares with us the joy found in following the nudges from God.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:12-15. On this our Ingathering Sunday, we bring our "Joy of Giving"series to an end as the Rev. Jamie Kendrew shares with us the joy found in following the nudges from God.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. As we continue our "Joy of Giving" series, we look at the correlation between reaping and sowing, and impact it has on our Christian walk.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. As we continue our "Joy of Giving" series, we look at the correlation between reaping and sowing, and impact it has on our Christian walk.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:8-15. As last week we looked at the "Joy of Giving" in times of poverty, this week we look at giving during times of prosperity.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:8-15. As last week we looked at the "Joy of Giving" in times of poverty, this week we look at giving during times of prosperity.
2 Cor. 8:1-7. We begin our "Joy in Giving" series as we make our way towards Ingathering. Today, Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches on having joy in the poverty and the call to be generous for the sake of doing the work of the Lord.
2 Cor. 8:1-7. We begin our Joy in Giving series as we make our way towards Ingathering. Today, Pastor John Guest preaches on having joy in the poverty and the call to be generous for the sake of doing the work of the Lord.
Revelation 3:7-13. Nate Glover joins us today as we celebrate Urban Impact Sunday and all that God is doing through UIF and CCGF. Nate speaks to us about preparing ourselves to respond to the doors that God opens for us to do ministry. This sermon included a video highlighting an opportunity to serve both CCGF and UIF by volunteering at the Lakeside Cafe.
Revelation 3:7-13. Pastor Ed Glover joins us today as we celebrate Urban Impact Sunday and all that God is doing through UIF and CCGF. Pastor Ed speaks to us about preparing ourselves to respond to the doors that God opens for us to do ministry. This sermon included a video highlighting an opportunity to serve both CCGF and UIF by volunteering at the Lakeside Cafe.
Scripture: Acts 2:36-42. We conclude our "What On Earth Am I Here For" series with a call to commit to the church of Jesus Christ, an invitation to partner as a member of Christ Church at Grove Farm and the challenge to get connected.
Scripture: Acts 2:36-42. We conclude our "What On Earth Am I Here For" series with a call to commit to the church of Jesus Christ, an invitation to partner as a member of Christ Church at Grove Farm and the challenge to get connected.
Scripture: 2 Cor. 5:16-6:2. As our "What On Earth Am I Here For" series winds down, Pastor John Guest preaches about our being called to share our faith.
Scripture: 2 Cor. 5:16-6:2. As our "What On Earth Am I Here For" series winds down, Pastor Jamie Kendrew preaches about our being called to share our faith.
Scripture: Romans12:3-8. This week in our "What On Earth Am I Here For" series, pastor Jamie Kendrew discusses the importance of fulfilling our calling through service.
Scripture: Romans12:3-8. This week in our "What On Earth Am I Here For" series, pastor John Guest discusses the importance of fulfilling our calling through service.
Scripture: Colossians 3:17-4:2. As we continue our series "What On Earth Am I Here For", we focus on our call to be disciples as The Rev. Jamie Kendrew preaches from Colossians.
Scripture: Colossians 3:17-4:2. As we continue our series "What On Earth Am I Here For", we focus on our call to be disciples as The Rev. John Guest preaches from Colossians.
Scripture: Romans 8:12-17. In week 3 of our series, "What On Earth Am I Here For?" Rev. Jamie Kendrew discusses the topics of family and fellowship.
Scripture: Romans 8:12-17. In week 3 of our series, "What On Earth Am I Here For?" Rev. John Guest discusses the topics of family and fellowship.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-3. In week 2 of our series, "What On Earth Am I Here For?" Rev. Ed Glover dives into the topic of why we were created.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-3. In week 2 of our series, "What On Earth Am I Here For?" Rev. John Guest dives into the topic of why we were created.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10. Today's message is the first in a six week series aimed at helping to understand our purpose, rights and responsibilities as a member of the body of Christ and Christ Church at Grove Farm.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10. Today's message is the first in a six week series aimed at helping to understand our purpose, rights and responsibilities as a member of the body of Christ and Christ Church at Grove Farm.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55-58. As we celebrate Labor Day, we look at God's expectations of us as workers, both in our earthly and spiritual vocations.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55-58. As we celebrate Labor Day, we look at God's expectations of us as workers, both in our earthly and spiritual vocations.
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-4. In a sermon told through personal stories, we learn of Jesus' coming for the hurting, fulfilling the prophecy in Isaiah.
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-4. In a sermon told through personal stories, we learn of Jesus' coming for the hurting, fulfilling the prophecy in Isaiah.
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20. We conclude our series on the Great Commission with the reminder that we are called to go out, and with the assurance that God is with us and is going before us.
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20. We conclude our series on the Great Commission with the reminder that we are called to go out, and with the assurance that God is with us and is going before us.
Scripture: Luke 9:57-10:3. We continue our series on The Great Commission by looking at Jesus' sending out the workers in to the harvest field.
Scripture: Luke 9:57-10:3. We continue our series on The Great Commission by looking at Jesus' sending out the workers in to the harvest field.
Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20. We begin a three-part series on the The Great Commission, learning to be, and to go and make disciples.
Scripture: Acts 2:36-42. We begin a three-part series on the The Great Commission, learning to be, and to go and make disciples.
Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17. Our "Profiles: Finding Purpose from the Past" series draws to a close as we focus on Jonah, the prophet who rebelled and repented, and through whom God brought redemption to Nineveh.
Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17. Our "Profiles: Finding Purpose from the Past" series draws to a close as we focus on Jonah, the prophet who rebelled and repented, and through whom God brought redemption to Nineveh.
Scripture: Judges 16:18-22. In today's profile, we learn of sin, repentance and redemption as displayed by Samson.
Scripture: Ruth 1:15-18. This week, we look at the story of Ruth and the consequences of faithfulness.
Scripture: Ruth 1:15-18. This week, we look at the story of Ruth and the consequences of faithfulness.
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7. On this weekend as we celebrate the birth of America, we profile Abraham, the one God chose to be the father of many nations.
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7. On this weekend as we celebrate the birth of America, we profile Abraham, the one God chose to be the father of many nations.
Scripture: Exodus 3:7-12. This week, we profile Moses. As we look at how he was used by God, we learn how willingness can be the most important requirement God asks of us.
Scripture: Exodus 3:7-12. This week, we profile Moses. As we look at how he was used by God, we learn how willingness can be the most important requirement God asks of us.
Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:17-25. Our series on finding purpose from the past continues as we look at David and the role prayer played in his life.
Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:17-25. Our series on finding purpose from the past continues as we look at David and the role prayer played in his life. Also joining us today in worship was The Chi Alpha Choir from Hampton, VA.
Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9. As we celebrate Fathers' Day, we begin a new series profiling people from the Old Testament and applying the lessons from their lives into our Christian walk today. This sermon includes an interview with Mike Davis, our Men's Ministry Coordinator.
Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9. As we celebrate Fathers' Day, we begin a new series profiling people from the Old Testament and applying the lessons from their lives into our Christian walk today. This sermon includes an interview with Mike Davis, our Men's Ministry Coordinator.
Scripture: John 15:1-8. We close out our "I AM" series with a message on our need to be connected to Jesus in order to be fruitful.
Scripture: John 15:1-8. Despite having lost his voice, Pastor John Guest closes out our "I AM" series with a message on our need to be connected to Jesus in order to be fruitful.
Scripture: John 6:35-40. We continue to examine the revelations Jesus made about Himself to His disciples and followers, looking this week at how only Jesus can provide the true sustenance we need for eternal life.
Scripture: John 6:35-40. We continue to examine the revelations Jesus made about Himself to His disciples and followers, looking this week at how only Jesus can provide the true sustenance we need for eternal life.
Scripture: John 10:11-18. This Memorial Day, we remember not only those who laid down for life for freedom, but are reminded of the Good Shepherd Jesus who laid down His life for His flock.
Scripture: John 10:11-18. This Memorial Day, we remember not only those who laid down for life for freedom, but are reminded of the Good Shepherd Jesus who laid down His life for His flock.
Scripture: John 10:7-10. We pick the "I Am" series back up after our Mother's Day break, looking at the two-fold nature of Jesus' statement "I am the door."
Scripture: John 10:7-10. We pick the "I Am" series back up after our Mother's Day break, looking at the two-fold nature of Jesus' statement "I am the door."
We take a break from the "I Am" series to celebrate and thank God for the Moms in our lives. We also interview one mom in particular, Sandy Fisher, the director of our Women's Ministry. We love you, Moms!
We take a break from the "I Am" series to celebrate and thank God for the Moms in our lives. We also interview one mom in particular, Sandy Fisher, the director of our Women's Ministry. We love you, Moms!
Scripture: John 8:12-18. This week in our "I Am" series we examine the context and significance of Jesus saying "I am the light of the world."
Scripture: John 8:12-18. This week in our "I Am" series we examine the context and significance of Jesus saying "I am the light of the world." This message was preceded by the special song, "Peace in the Midst of the Storm".
Scripture: John 14:1-6. We continue our series "I Am" looking at the statements Jesus used to describe Himself. This week we examine truth, and where to find it in life.
Scripture: John 14:1-6. We continue our series "I Am" looking at the statements Jesus used to describe Himself. This week we examine truth, and where to find it in life.
Scripture: John 11:17-27. We begin a new series on the "I Am" statements of Jesus as we celebrate His resurrection on this Easter Sunday.
Scripture: John 11:17-27. We begin a new series on the "I Am" statements of Jesus as we celebrate His resurrection on this Easter Sunday.
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-13. We conclude our series focusing on the Lord's Prayer, looking at the portion provided by David, as we celebrate Palm Sunday.
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-13. We conclude our series focusing on the Lord's Prayer, looking at the portion provided by David, as we celebrate Palm Sunday.
Scripture: James 1:12-18. Today in our series on Seeking Deeper Intimacy with God, we learn of the power of scripture and prayer to overcome temptation and keep us from death in sin.
Scripture: James 1:12-18. Today in our series on Seeking Deeper Intimacy with God, we learn of the power of scripture and prayer to overcome temptation and keep us from death in sin.
Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35. Our series focusing on the Lord's Prayer continues as we look at the topic of forgiveness as taught by Jesus through the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant.
Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35. Our series focusing on the Lord's Prayer continues as we look at the topic of forgiveness as taught by Jesus through the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant.
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9. As we continue to study the Lord's Prayer, we learn the importance of turning to God for our needs, physical and spiritual.
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9. As we continue to study the Lord's Prayer, we learn the importance of turning to God for our needs, physical and spiritual.
Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34. As we continue in our series on the Lord's Prayer, we look at what it means to be about the will of the Father.
Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34. As we continue in our series on the Lord's Prayer, we look at what it means to be about the will of the Father.
Scripture Matthew 20:28. In the first our of Lenten teaching series, we explore the topic of redemption in relation to our salvation.
Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15. Our new series "Seeking Deeper Intimacy with God" begins today. Focusing on the prayer Jesus taught us to pray, we will be looking at how we can grow deeper with God, starting with "Our Father".
Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15. Our new series "Seeking Deeper Intimacy with God" begins today. Focusing on the prayer Jesus taught us to pray, we will be looking at how we can grow deeper with God, starting with "Our Father".
Our Lenten teaching series Mere Christianity: Our Salvation Considered begins with an Ash Wednesday communion service and message on "The Passion of Christ"
Scripture: Luke 20b-24. We bring "The Prodigal God" series to a close, examining salvation through the analogy of the feast found in this parable and elsewhere in the Bible.
Scripture: Luke 20b-24. We bring "The Prodigal God" series to a close, examining salvation through the analogy of the feast found in this parable and elsewhere in the Bible.
Scripture Luke 15:17-20a. Today in the story of the Prodigal God, we learn about hope, true hope that can only be found with the Father.
Scripture Luke 15:17-20a. Today in the story of the Prodigal God, we learn about hope, true hope that can only be found with the Father.
Scripture: Luke 15:30-32. As last week we learned that there were two lost brothers in need of the saving grace of God, this week we discover who the true elder brother is.
Scripture: Luke 15:30-32. As last week we learned that there were two lost brothers in need of the saving grace of God, this week we discover who the true elder brother is.
Scripture: Luke 15:25-30. Although it is easy to identify the sin of the younger brother, we learn today that the older brother was also in need of the extravagance of The Prodigal God. This sermon included a video clip from the movie "Saved".
Scripture: Luke 15:25-30. Although it is easy to identify the sin of the younger brother, we learn today that the older brother was also in need of the extravagance of The Prodigal God.
Scripture: Luke 15:11-16. "The Prodigal God" series continues as we focus on the younger brother, the nature of sin and what prodigal really means.
Scripture: Luke 15:11-16. "The Prodigal God" series continues as we focus on the younger brother, the nature of sin and what prodigal really means.
Scripture: Luke 15:1-11. We begin a new series entitled "The Prodigal God" based on the book of the same name and the parable of the Prodigal Son. In this sermon, we look at the people to whom Jesus was speaking when he taught this famous parable.
Scripture: Luke 15:1-11. We begin a new series entitled "The Prodigal God" based on the book of the same name and the parable of the Prodigal Son. In this sermon, we look at the people to whom Jesus was speaking when he taught this famous parable.
Scripture: Psalm 55:16-23. We close the Choose Life series by looking to God, the creator of life and the sustainer of Life. This service included a testimony from the our Young Lives ministry and is referenced in this sermon.
Scripture: Psalm 55:16-23. We close the Choose Life series by looking to God, the creator of life and the sustainer of Life. This service included a testimony from the our Young Lives ministry and is referenced in this sermon.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18. This week, we begin a two-week series focussing on the gift of life. We begin by looking at God's plan and design for us His children, even before we are born. This service included a video testimony from one of our members and is referenced in this sermon.
Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18. This week, we begin a two-week series focussing on the gift of life. We begin by looking at God's plan and design for us His children, even before we are born. This service included a video testimony from one of our members and is referenced in this sermon.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24. Our two-part series "Out With the Old; In With the New" concludes as we look at how Jesus alone can make us a new creation, and free us from the bondage of the past.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24. Our two-part series "Out With the Old; In With the New" concludes as we look at how Jesus alone can make us a new creation, and free us from the bondage of the past.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21. We begin a two-part series as we turn the calendar to a new year. Part one of the series is "Out With the Old" and deals with not letting guilt keep us from being who God's wants us to be.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21. We begin a two-part series as we turn the calendar to a new year. Part one of the series is "Out With the Old" and deals with not letting guilt keep us from being who God's wants us to be.
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25. We bring our advent series to a close on Christmas Eve looking at our final gift of the season, the gift of Grace.
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25. We bring our advent series to a close on Christmas Eve looking at our final gift of the season, the gift of Grace.
Scripture: Luke 2:21-32. We continue in the Advent series "All I Want for Christmas" looking at the gift of Faith as we celebrate in our tradition of Lessons and Carols.
Scripture: Luke 2:21-32. We continue in the Advent series "All I Want for Christmas" looking at the gift of Faith as we celebrate in our tradition of Lessons and Carols.
Scripture: Luke 2:15-20. Our Advent series continues; this week focusing on the gift of Hope that we have in Christ Jesus, as told through our special Lighting the Way service.
Scripture: Luke 2:15-20. Our Advent series continues; this week focusing on the gift of Hope that we have in Christ Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 2:12-14. As the busyness of the season increases, we long for the gift of Peace. In the second of our Advent series, we learn how to protect our Peace and focus on the Christ-child.
Scripture: Luke 2:12-14. As the busyness of the season increases, we long for the gift of Peace. In the second of our Advent series, we learn how to protect our Peace and focus on the Christ-child.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-11. With this message, the Season of Advent begins. Our first lesson is on the theme of Joy as we begin a new series on"All I want for Christmas".
Scripture: Luke 2:8-11. With this message, the Season of Advent begins. Our first lesson is on the theme of Joy as we begin a new series on"All I want for Christmas".
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30. We conclude our series on Giving God's Way on this, our Ingathering Sunday, as we look to the biblical answer the question, "What Do We Give?".
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30. We conclude our series on Giving God's Way on this, our Ingathering Sunday, as we look to the biblical answer the question, "What Do We Give?".
Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30. We continue our Giving God's Way series, this week examining what the bible has to say about how we give.
Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30. We continue our Giving God's Way series, this week examining what the bible has to say about how we give.
Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. Today we begin a new series titled "Giving God's Way" looking at stewardship and the long term spiritual consequences of biblical giving. Includes audio from video: Tom Allen Memorial (view here).
Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. Today we begin a new series titled "Giving God's Way" looking at stewardship and the long term spiritual consequences of biblical giving.
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9. We close our Ideal Family series looking at some biblical wisdom regarding children.
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9. We close our Ideal Family series looking at some biblical wisdom regarding children.
Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3. The bible tells us that we should honor our parents, but it isn't the easiest thing to do. As we continue in our "Ideal Family" series, Rev. Robby Grunwald tells us how and why this commandment is important.
Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3. The bible tells us that we should honor our parents, but it isn't the easiest thing to do. As we continue in our "Ideal Family" series, Rev. Jamie Kendrew tells us how and why this commandment is important.
Scripture: Mark 1:35-39. Our series on the Ideal Family continues as we look at the example Jesus set in keeping God at the center.
Scripture: Mark 1:35-39. Our series on the Ideal Family continues as we look at the example Jesus set in keeping God at the center.
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4. The Rev. Dr, John Guest continues our series on the Ideal Family. This week, we look at conflict, and what the bible says about it in light of Paul's letter to the Philippians.
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4. The Rev.Jamie Kendrew continues our series on the Ideal Family. This week, we look at conflict, and what the bible says about it in light of Paul's letter to the Philippians.
Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33. We begin the new series "Ideal Family" looking at marriage as described in the book of Ephesians. This sermon included the video, "It's Not about the Nail" by Jason Headley.
Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33. We begin the new series "Ideal Family" looking at marriage as described in the book of Ephesians.
Scripture: Daniel 1:16-21. Rev. Jamie Kendrew concludes our Detectable Disciple series looking at the impact of living as a Christian in an unchristian world.
Scripture: Daniel 1:16-21. Dr. Bruce Bickel concludes our Detectable Disciple series by explaining the final characteristics of a detectable disciple and the consequences of living such a life.
Scripture: Daniel 1:8-15. Our series on being Christian in an unchristian world rolls on as we look at how we should weigh decisions that are not explicitly laid out in the bible.
Scripture: Daniel 1:8-15. Our series on being Christian in an unchristian world rolls on as we look at how we should weigh decisions that are not explicitly laid out in the bible.
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7. Dr. Bruce Bickel continues our series based on the early part of Daniel's story, looking at the characteristics that make one distinguishable as a follow of Christ.
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7. Rev. Jamie Kendrew continues our series based on the early part of Daniel's story, looking at the characteristics that make one distinguishable as a follow of Christ.
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7. Dr. Bruce Bickel joins us as we begin a new series, "A Detectable Disciple". We will be looking at the book and life of Daniel as we examine what it means to be a follower of Christ in a secular world.
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7. The Rev. Dr. Ed Glover joins us as we begin a new series, "A Detectable Disciple". We will be looking at the book and life of Daniel as we examine what it means to be a follower of Christ in a secular world.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26. Rev. Jay Slocum joins us as we conclude our "One Another - How We Live Together as the Church" series. We close out the series looking at Paul's letter to the Corinthian church, urging them to work as one body compromised of uniquely designed parts.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26. Rev. Jay Slocum joins us as we conclude our "One Another - How We Live Together as the Church" series. We close out the series looking at Paul's letter to the Corinthian church, urging them to work as one body compromised of uniquely designed parts.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32. Our summer series on how we ought to live together as the church continues as Dr. Bruce Bickel preaches from Ephesians.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32. Our summer series on how we ought to live together as the church continues as Rev. Jamie Kendrew preaches from Ephesians.
Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26. We continue in our "One Another" series as we look to the letter to the Galatian church for how we should serve each other.
Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26. Rev. Dick Jenkins joins us in our "One Another" series as we look to the letter to the Galatian church for how we should serve each other.
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17. Our series looking at how we live together as the church continues as we look to Colossians for what the Word says about forgiving.
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17. Our series looking at how we live together as the church continues as we look to Colossians for what the Word says about forgiving.
Scripture Romans 12:9-21. The One Another series continues with a passage from Romans. We look at how our love in Christ leads to us honoring not only our fellow believers, but those outside the faith and those who oppose us.
Scripture Romans 12:9-21. The One Another series continues with a passage from Romans. We look at how our love in Christ leads to us honoring not only our fellow believers, but those outside the faith and those who oppose us.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25. We begin a new series, "One Another" looking to the scriptures to see how we as followers of Christ ought to interact with one another.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25. We begin a new series, "One Another" looking to the scriptures to see how we as followers of Christ ought to interact with one another.
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8. Guest preacher Rev. Bill Jackson joins us this week as he discusses what it means to follow Jesus.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2. In Third Service, we look at worship as a lifestyle, not just something one does in a church setting.
Scripture: John 4:16-29. In Third Service, we look at the biblical exhortation to join together in worship and where our hearts should be focussed when we join together.
Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30. The Rev. John Guest preaches on how his life was influenced by invitations, most notably the invitation to surrender his life to Jesus.
Scripture: John 8:31-36. As we celebrate the birthday of America, we look to God's word for the source of true freedom.
Scripture: John 8:31-36. As we celebrate the birthday of America, we look to God's word for the source of true freedom. This message included the video "Free" by Journey Box Media.
Scripture Acts 20:17-38. Our "Go: The Gospel in Action" series concludes as we look at Paul's farewell address to the church in Ephesus, while celebrating camp Sunday in the service.
Scripture Acts 20:17-38. Our "Go: The Gospel in Action" series concludes as we at look Paul's farewell address to the church in Ephesus, while celebrating camp Sunday in the service.
Scripture: Acts 18:1-11. Paul takes the good news to the Gentiles after being rejected by the Jews. The gospel spreads and the church grows.
Scripture: Acts 18:1-11. Paul takes the good news to the Gentiles after being rejected by the Jews. The gospel spreads and the church grows.
Scripture: Luke 15:11-24. Third Service takes a break from the Go: Gospel in Action series on the early church to bring a special Father's Day sermon based on the story of the Prodigal Son.
Scripture: Acts 16:16-34. Pastor Jamie Kendrew continues the Go: Gospel in Action series on the early church. Today we look at how the persecution of Paul and Silas led to the spreading of the gospel.
Scripture: Acts 15:1-21. The Rev. Dr. John Guest joins us and continues in the Gospel in Action series taking a look at how the early church solved a major conflict.
Scripture: Acts 15:1-21. Pastor Jared Ott continues in the Gospel in Action series taking a look at how the early church solved a conflict, allowing grace to trump the law.
Scripture: Acts 12:1-19. The Gospel in Action series continues as we look at the early church and prayer.
Scripture: Acts 12:1-19. The Gospel in Action series continues as we look at the early church and prayer.
Scripture: Acts 9-19. Today we look at how our preferences and traditions may need to give way for the sake of the gospel being made open to all.
Scripture: Acts 9-19. Today we look at how our preferences and traditions may need to give way for the sake of the gospel being made open to all.
Acts 9:1-19. The Gospel in Action series rolls on with guest speaker Rev. Chris Buda sharing Saul's encounter with Jesus and our call to the "least of these".
Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26. The Gospel in Action series takes a one week hiatus as the Rev. Dr. Ed Glover shares a special message on reconciliation.
Acts 8:26-40. Our series on the movement of the early church continues as we look at the encounter Philip has with the Ethiopian as a model for our own evangelism.
Acts 8:26-40. Our series on the movement of the early church continues as we look at the encounter Philip has with the Ethiopian as a model for our own evangelism.
Scripture: Acts 6:8-15. Our gospel in action series continues through the book of Acts as we examine the testimony of the death of Stephen.
Scripture Acts 6:8-15. Our gospel in action series continues through the book of Acts as we examine the testimony of the death of Stephen.
Scripture: Acts 6:1-7. Third service rejoins the "Go: The Gospel in Action" series looking at the early church's delegation of ministry and and how everyone has a role to play in ministry.
Scripture: Acts 6:1-7. We continue in the "Go: The Gospel in Action" series looking at the early church's delegation of ministry and and how everyone has a role to play in ministry.
Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-11, 16. We take a break from the series in Acts to hear a message from Rev. Dr. Ed Glover on trusting God to overcome obstacles in like and faith.
Scripture: Acts 5:1-11. We continue in the "Go: The Gospel in Action" series studying Acts. This sermon examines the issue of looking to please others at the expense of spiritual integrity.
Scripture: Acts 4:1-11. We continue in our series focusing on the start of the early church, looking at Jesus as the keystone of our faith.
Scripture: Acts 1 & 2. We start the new series, "Go: The Gospel in Action" looking at the early days of the new church just after the resurrection of Jesus.
Scripture: Acts 1 & 2. We start the new series, "Go: The Gospel in Action" looking at the early days of the new church just after the resurrection of Jesus.
Scripture: Mark 16:1-8. We conclude the King's Cross series as we reach the cross and the empty tomb as we celebrate Resurrection Sunday.
Scripture: Mark 16:1-8. We conclude the King's Cross series as we reach the cross and the empty tomb as we celebrate Resurrection Sunday.
Scripture Mark 11:1-11. We get closer to the King's Cross as we celebrate Palm Sunday and look at which Jesus we want: a politician or a Savior?
Scripture Mark 11:1-11. We get closer to the King's Cross as we celebrate Palm Sunday and look at which Jesus we want: a politician or a Savior?
Scripture: Luke 15:11-32. We close out our Wednesday evening Lent teaching series with a message on Restoration as found in the parable of The Prodigal Son.
Scripture: Mark 12:28-34. The "King's Cross" series continues with a look at dying to oneself and looking towards others and God.
Scripture: Mark 12:28-34. The "King's Cross" series continues with a look at dying to oneself and looking towards others and God.
Scripture: Matthew 18:35-41. We continue in our "The Stuff of Lent" series looking at forgiveness.
Scripture: Mark 4:35-41. We continue in the "King's Cross" series looking at Jesus' human and divine nature.
Scripture: Mark 4:35-41. We continue in the "King's Cross" series looking at Jesus' human and divine nature.
Scripture: Mark 2:1-12. This message continues our "King's Cross" series leading to Easter. Today we talk about healing both physical and spiritual.
Scripture: Mark 2:1-12. This message continues the "King's Cross" series leading to Easter. This week we look at spiritual and physical healing.
This message continues our "The Stuff of Lent" series. Tonight's topic is on the subject of repentance.
Scripture: Mark 1:14-20. This is the second sermon in our "King's Cross" series leading us to Easter. This week we look at the calling of the disciples.
Scripture: Mark 1:14-20. This is the second sermon in our "King's Cross" series leading us to Easter. This week we look at the calling of the disciples.
Scripture: Psalm 51. This message is the second of our "The Stuff of Lent" series. Pastor Dick Jenkins speaks on brokenness.
Scripture Mark 1:1-8. This message kicks off our new series leading to Easter called "King's Cross".
Scripture: Mark 1:1-8. This message kicks off our sermon series leading to Easter called "King's Cross"
This message by Pastor Wade Ewing begins our Lenten series "The Stuff of Lent". The series begins on Ash Wednesday and this installment looks at Fasting during this season of Lent.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22. This message concludes our "Who's Got Next?" series on passing the gospel on to the next generation.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22. This message concludes our "Who's Got Next?" series on passing the gospel on to the next generation.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8. This message continues our series on spreading the Gospel to the next generation of believers called, "Who's Got Next?".
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8. This sermon continues our series on spreading the Gospel to the next generation of believers called "Who's Got Next?".
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17. This message continues our "Who's Got Next?" series and concludes our Choose Life miniseries.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17. This message continues our "Who's Got Next?" sereis and concludes our Choose LIfe mini-series.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9. This message continues our "Who's Got Next?" series and Choose Life miniseries, and begins with a short talk from Brian Shivler or Resolution Hope
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9. This message continues our series "Who's Got Next?" and is the second in our Choose LIfe mini-series.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-26. This message continues the "Who's Got Next?" series and begins our Choose Life focus.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-26. This message continues our "Who's Got Next?" series and includes an interview with Judy Pytlik of Young Lives.
Scripture: Acts 12:1-17. Rev. Ed Glover speaks on God answering our prayer with recent testimony from his own family.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19. This message kicks off the second part of continuing series, "Who's Got Next?".
Scripture: Luke 2:41-52. This message is the conclusion of the advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: Luke 2:41-52. This message is the conclusion of the advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: Luke 2:22-38. Our Christmas Day message from our advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: Luke 2:1-21. Our Christmas Eve message from the advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12. This is the Christmas Sunday sermon in our advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: Luke 1:46-56. This is the second sermon in our advent series "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: Luke 1:46-56. This is the second sermon of our advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16. This the first sermon of the advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16. This is the first sermon in the advent series, "Welcome Home!".
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7, this is the first sermon of the new series, "Who's Got Next?"
Senior Pastor Jon Panner closes out the Anatomy of the Soul series looking at Psalm 51 and David's plea to be restored to righteousness.
Pastor Jamie Kendrew closes out our Anatomy of the Soul series by examining Psalm 51 and the restoration of ourselves to God.
The Rev. Dr. Ed Glover joins us in celebration of the partnership between UIF and CCGF, and to remind us of The Power of One.