Christ Community Fellowship Sermons: Recent Episodes
Matthew Deneault
A message on Romans 12:2. Wherein, the apostle teaches us that the calling of the Church is to conform not to this world, but to Christ.
Repentance has never been popular, but it is a word, a truth people need to hear more often. Take a listen to hear from God's word about the necessity, the giver, and the marks of repentance.
Are you searching for peace on earth? Look to Jesus the Prince of Peace. Today's message is on Ephesians 2:14-16.
Today's episode is a summary from Pastor Matt of this week's sermon on 2 Chronicles 2:3-6. Our apologies that we could not record the full message. Please contact Pastor Matt is you would like a copy of his notes.
Want to know the gospel message? 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 sums up this life-changing message.
Pastor Matt was sick today, so Randy stepped in and shared a timely reminder of our need for Christ and for accountability with other believers.
Temples, rituals and pious acts are an empty refuge in which to trust. But Christ is a sure hiding place. A message on Mark 11:1-20
A short clip from Pastor Matt, sharing about his gratitude to God for the Body of Christ.
Jesus the promised deliverer is quite unlike us. If Mark chapter one opens the door to Jesus saving power. Mark chapter two reveals to us His compassionate heart and power to forgive sins.
The good news from Mark's gospel is that Jesus is willing and able to save (Mark 1:14-45).
Drawing from the Scriptures, Pastor Matt gave a challenge to remember God's constant presence, immeasurable power, and true word.
Who is the Christ we celebrate at Christmas time? Who is he most deeply? Join us for Part One of our Christmas series. In this series we explore the prologue to John's gospel. Where he paints for us a portrait of the Eternal Word, building a full 3-dimensional picture of Christ our Savior.
Instead of our usual message, Pastor Matt shared some thoughts about memorizing together.
How would you finish the statement - God is ___________? In today's message, we let God set the terms for who he is - and he says (in Exodus 34:6) "I am merciful and gracious..."
Today's message on Psalm 16 leads us to the green pastures of the goodness of God, reminding us that the world's banquet of delights doesn't satisfy, but the presence of God brings eternal joy to all who trust in Him. In short - God is the Best Portion.
A message about the deliverance God brought for his people at the Red Sea. Scriptures for today's message: Exodus 13:17-15:21 and Psalm 106.
A message about the 10 plagues of judgment recorded in Exodus chapters 7-12 and the God who brings them about to show his power and authority.
Do you know the name of God? Do you know who He is? In Exodus chapter three, God tells us who He is, He tells us His name. And we remember that THIS great God, who is eternal, all-sufficient, and unchangeable in His being, He dwells with his people. Our God's name is YHWH. Hallelujah - Praise the Lord.
Exodus 1-2 begin a story of deliverance that starts and ends with the faithfulness of God. Throughout the whole story God keeps his word, he is with his people, he knows them, he has come to save!!
Today's episode is the start of A NEW SERIES on Genesis chapters 1-3. Today's focus: Who is God???
Today, Roy shares with us about the Romans 15:14 church and encourages us to continue to grow up into all that God has for us.
Life hasn't gone the way we planned this year. For many it has been a struggle to find rest, peace, and contentment. But God's word has answers. In today's message we learn about contentment through the eyes of a man who was suffering in prison. Paul teaches us that Contentment is found in Christ Alone. Nothing else will satisfy, but He is enough!!
Does living a godly life seem impossible some days? In today's message (Philippians 4:1-9), we learn that when we are connected to Christ, we can follow His ways and enjoy His peace!
When asked "What do you treasure most?" What would you answer? Today we talked about the greatest treasure of all - Knowing Jesus! Nothing compares to His surpassing worth. Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11.
In a world with many voices, who should we turn to? In a world that honors many things, who should we honor? In today's episode, we learn about character that is worthy of honor, from two unlikely examples (Timothy and Epaphroditus).
As a celebration of Easter, this Sunday's message is dedicated to the Scriptures clear testimony that Jesus really was raised up from the grave. When faced with the Bible's account of the empty tomb, we also face a choice. The choice to believe in the resurrection or live by our interpretation of what happened on that day. Do you believe???
In Today's message, we learn about the importance of obedience, how obedience relates to the gospel, and most surprising of all the great joy of obedience.
In today's episode, Pastor Matt takes us through the account of Christ, which is laid out for us in Philippians 2:5-11.
Continuing our series in Philippians, Pastor Matt spoke about the importance of unity and what that looks like in the church.
Today's episode continues Pastor Matt's series through the book of Philippians. Our text - Philippians 1:27-30. Our theme - living as a citizen of heaven.
Is the future uncertain? Are the skies beginning to grey? Then let this message be a refreshing reminder that where Christ is #1, there is Joy in life AND in death.
In today's message, Pastor Matt reminds us of the Bible's perspective on trials and tribulations. We learn in Philippians 1:12-18 that those who know the Lord can rejoice, because God is in their trouble and He is doing something Good.
Today's episode is the beginning of a new series through Paul's letter to the Philippians. Pastor Matt taught about the background of the church in Philippi and encouraged us to reflect on Paul's heart for the church.
Do you feel hopeless, worn out, tossed around by lifes troubles? In today's, message Pastor Matt explores the believers hope in suffering, and yes hope even in death. Through the words of the apostle Paul in 2 Corithians 4:16-18, we saw three reasons for HOPE, ultimately centered around Jesus Christ who rose from the grave. He is our hope!
In today's episode, we explored Jesus words about "investing in heaven." We learned to ask two questions: What do I treasure? and Where do I put what I treasure? Ultimately, we were reminded of the exceedingly great worth of Christ and His kingdom. He is the greatest treasure of all.
What does it look like to "think about Heaven?" What does it look like to aim our lives towards Christ? This question brings us Colossians 3:1-4. Here we are reminded to direct our thoughts towards Christ on the throne - Looking to a God who is able and who is near.
What is Heaven and what is it like there??? In today's episode, We looked at what God's word has to say about Heaven. This is the first in a series of four messages - looking at how an eternal perspective changes our lives today
In Todays Episode, we studied the childhood of Jesus. The one and only account of Jesus "growing up years" - found in Luke 2:40-52, reveals to us Jesus' identity and purpose. Jesus is the Son of God who came to do His Father's will. He came and lived a perfect life so that through his death and resurrection we would grow to be like him.
It was a long wait before the Messiah came as God had promised long ago. But always there were those who waited in hope. In today's episode, we considered the testimonies of Simeon and Anna - two of God's faithful remnant. The long wait was over! The promised Messiah truly has come.
In today's episode, Pastor Matt takes us through the Christmas story to consider the wonder of Christmas. The greatest became the least for you and I! The King of Kings became a humble baby - who is Savior, Christ, and Lord.
In today's episode we learned from Zechariah that God is blessed! He is perfect, he is strong, his is full of tender mercies and we are blessed in Him.
In today's episode, we learn about the song of Mary and how she responded to God's grace with wholehearted God exalting, Scripture filled, and humble praise to God.
In today's episode, we answer the question "Who is Jesus and why does this matter?" In Luke 1:26-38, (the familiar story of angel Gabriel announcing to Mary that she will bear a son), we learn that Jesus will be great, that he will be God, and He will be Lord.
Do you ever feel unsure the things you've been taught? Well I have good news for you! Luke wrote his gospel full of eyewitness accounts so that we could be sure about Jesus Christ. In the first episode of our series on Luke 1-2, we focus on the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth and how God gave them certainty about the good news of the coming of the Lord.
In today's message, we were encouraged to remember how God finished the work he began in Nehemiah chapter one. Our task is huge, our struggle is real, but our God is faithful.
Continuing our series in Nehemiah, today's episode tackles the importance of standing for justice and mercy.
What do you do when life is difficult? In today's message, we learn that Nehemiah and his men were in a difficult place and they remembered the Lord.
Many people might find Nehemiah 3 to be a rather tedious narrative. But in today's episode, we consider seeing this chapter as an inspiring picture of God's people serving God together.
Have you ever wondered about God's will for your life? Unfortunately today's message doesnt give us all the answers. Seeking the Lord and following Him are two very difficult things. Yet, Nehemiah chapter two reminds us that those who trust and obey can be confident that God's hand of grace does with them.
What does it look like to be a person who cares about God's people? In today's message, we are introduced to Nehemiah, a man who inquired after the people, mourned with the people, and prayed for the people, because he loved the people of God!
Where do we find strength to stand in an evil world? Scripture answers this question with the resounding call to be "Be strengthened in the Lord and the power of His might" and to "take up the whole armour of God." In the conclusion to our series in the book of Ephesians, Pastor Matt reminds us to depend on the Lord and apply His weapons in our daily fight against evil.
Do you ever have trouble relating with another person? Well don't worry you're not alone and even better God has given us His word to teach us about godly relationships. This week Pastor Matt takes us through three key relationships in Ephesians 5:22-6:9. The Marriage relationship, the parent/child relationship, and the workplace relationship. In each of these relationships, Jesus Christ is our example and there is joy in submitting to His ways!
Watch out! In a world full of evil Ephesians 5:15-21 is a call to walk in wisdom and worship God.
In Ephesians 5, we're told to walk as children of the light. But what does that look like? In today's episode we learn that we walk in the light by looking to the light of world. We walk in the light as we look to Jesus with thankful hearts, seeking to please Him by loving what is good and hating what is evil.
In today's message, Pastor Matt talks about living the new life that we have in Christ.
What does it mean to be the church? Is it just attending a service on Sunday or is there something more? Today as we continue on study in Ephesians we find the answer to those questions. God's design for His church is for each one to be given the tools they need to serve. God's model for growth is that we live the truth along with love - working together and looking to Jesus our Head.
What's filling up your life? Do you feel empty, longing for something more? In today's episode on Ephesians 3:14-21, we learn about Paul's prayer that God would strengthen us to know more of his love and that we would be filled up God.
Isn't it amazing that God's grace is so big! Today we learn about the great mystery that God has chosen to save a people for himself from all peoples. This mystery is now revealed in Christ and proclaimed by his people.
In today's episode, Pastor Matt dives into Ephesians 2:11-22, where we learn that Christian's are brought together and built up together in Christ.
We were dead, but God made us alive in Christ - so goes the story of every Christian. Ephesians 2:1-10 reminds us that our part in the gospel isn't pretty (we were dead to God and living in sin), but God brings his riches of mercy and grace.
Knowing God is the one thing that matters most. In today's episode we unpack Paul's prayer found in Ephesians 1:15-23. In His prayer Paul prays that we would Know God better. He prays that We would know God is our hope, our treasure, and that God is able! May God help us all to know and understand these things - by His Spirit. Amen!
Praise God for His plan of grace!! Today's episode was the first in a new series on the book of Ephesians.
The final message in our series through the book of Daniel. Listen in to pastor Matt as he shares "everything you need to know about the time of the end."
In today's message, Pastor Matt explains how Daniel 11 teaches us about the reality of conflict and encourages us to trust the God who holds the future.
In this weeks message (on Daniel chapter ten), we got an exclusive look behind the scenes of History - and the encouragement that "In our weakness, God is strong."
Sorting through the confusing parts of Scripture can be difficult, but the truth shines through! Today we walked through Daniel's 70 weeks, a prophecy where God's people are given hope to look forward to their Messiah and to trust God's perfect timing!!!
Pastor Matt takes a break from Daniel to celebrate Mothers and remind us "unless the Lord builds the house we labour in vain. But with the Lord our work takes on great and lasting value." Happy Mother's Day!!!
Prayer is important, but what should prayer look like? Today we learned that True and Effective Prayer is Confident in God's promises and focused on the glory of God! - a Message from Daniel 9.
Daniel 8 (A continuation of our series in the book of Daniel). Things are not as they appear! The world is passing away, but through it all God remains on the throne. He is Undefeatable!!
This week, at Christ Community Fellowship, we remember the fulfillment of God's promise to send His Spirit so that we might be his witnesses and He might be our God.
This Easter, Pastor Matt reminds us that the Hope of Christians is found in Christ Alone. Through His death and resurrection, we have hope beyond the grave!
Today, as we will continue our series through the book of Daniel, we find ourselves faced with the terrifying visions of Daniel 7. And we will wrestle with the reality of evil and remember the triumph of God.
A brief look at the familiar story of Daniel and the lion's den, as we continue our series through the book of Daniel.