CBC Sermons

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 2:4-10CC: Church

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 1:17-21CC: Jesus Christ

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 1:13-16CC: Single-Mindedness

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 1:10-12CC: Jesus Christ  

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 1:6-9CC: Joy

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 1:3-5 CC: Hope

Christians are strangers in this world and, therefore, don't look like this world. Our alien disposition can invite suffering, the consequence of being aligned with Jesus rather than our culture. In his letter to a church under pressure, the Apostle Peter encourages God's people to live surprising, Christ-centered, and Kingdom-oriented lives as they look forward to the glory to come. Through this important book, the church today is reminded that we are not of this world and must look, live, and long for a life that is “higher up." 1 Peter 1:1-2CC: Salvation By Grace  

1 Samuel 9-10CC: Personal God

In the pageant of Christmas, angels play a significant role, announcing the miraculous conception, declaring the Savior's birth, and guarding God's Son throughout much of His life. Most Christians have a limited understanding of angels, leading to strange myths and half-truths. In this special Christmas series, we learn who and what angels are, what ministry they perform, and why they are important to God's people. 2 Corinthians 11:12-15CC: Authority Of The Bible

In the pageant of Christmas, angels play a significant role, announcing the miraculous conception, declaring the Savior's birth, and guarding God's Son throughout much of His life. Most Christians have a limited understanding of angels, leading to strange myths and half-truths. In this special Christmas series, we learn who and what angels are, what ministry they perform, and why they are important to God's people. Luke 2:10-11CC: Joy    

In the pageant of Christmas, angels play a significant role, announcing the miraculous conception, declaring the Savior's birth, and guarding God's Son throughout much of His life. Most Christians have a limited understanding of angels, leading to strange myths and half-truths. In this special Christmas series, we learn who and what angels are, what ministry they perform, and why they are important to God's people. 1 Peter 1:10-12, 1 Corinthians 4:9, 1 Timothy 5:21, and Hebrews 13:1-2 CC: Hope

In the pageant of Christmas, angels play a significant role, announcing the miraculous conception, declaring the Savior's birth, and guarding God's Son throughout much of His life. Most Christians have a limited understanding of angels, leading to strange myths and half-truths. In this special Christmas series, we learn who and what angels are, what ministry they perform, and why they are important to God's people. Matthew 18:10-14, Hebrews 1:14, and Psalm 91:9-12CC: Humility

In the pageant of Christmas, angels play a significant role, announcing the miraculous conception, declaring the Savior's birth, and guarding God's Son throughout much of His life. Most Christians have a limited understanding of angels, leading to strange myths and half-truths. In this special Christmas series, we learn who and what angels are, what ministry they perform, and why they are important to God's people. Isaiah 6:1-3, Colossians 1:15-16, Revelation 5:11-12, and Jude 1:6 CC: Bible Study

The Lord calls us to do spiritual battle alongside the spiritual family he has given us – the church. In Ephesians 6:10-20 we see not only the reality of this fight, but the resources that Christ has given us to find victory. Ephesians 6:10-20CC: Disciple-Making

The more tightly we hold onto our money, the more tightly it holds onto us. Biblical generosity is a charge for all disciples of Jesus so that we might accomplish by faith the mission God has given to us. Rediscover four basic principles in Scripture that will help you escape the trap of tightfistedness and encourage you to live more open-handedly.  1 Corinthians 16:1-4 CC: Generosity

The more tightly we hold onto our money, the more tightly it holds onto us. Biblical generosity is a charge for all disciples of Jesus so that we might accomplish by faith the mission God has given to us. Rediscover four basic principles in Scripture that will help you escape the trap of tightfistedness and encourage you to live more open-handedly.  Luke 12:13-21CC: Generosity

The more tightly we hold onto our money, the more tightly it holds onto us. Biblical generosity is a charge for all disciples of Jesus so that we might accomplish by faith the mission God has given to us. Rediscover four basic principles in Scripture that will help you escape the trap of tightfistedness and encourage you to live more open-handedly.    2 Corinthians 9:6-15CC: Generosity

Faith is fundamental to life with God. More than a few times in Scripture the Bible affirms that “the righteous shall live by faith.” However, many Christians either minimize faith as mere belief or “mysticize” faith as a virtue only possible among the most spiritually mature. This series explores the nature of faith and encourages God's people to trust Him more and more with every area of their life.  Proverbs 3:5-6CC: Salvation by Grace

Faith is fundamental to life with God. More than a few times in Scripture the Bible affirms that “the righteous shall live by faith.” However, many Christians either minimize faith as mere belief or “mysticize” faith as a virtue only possible among the most spiritually mature. This series explores the nature of faith and encourages God's people to trust Him more and more with every area of their life.  James 2:14-26CC: Salvation by Grace  

Faith is fundamental to life with God. More than a few times in Scripture the Bible affirms that “the righteous shall live by faith.” However, many Christians either minimize faith as mere belief or “mysticize” faith as a virtue only possible among the most spiritually mature. This series explores the nature of faith and encourages God's people to trust Him more and more with every area of their life.  Ephesians 2:1-10CC: Salvation by Grace

Faith is fundamental to life with God. More than a few times in Scripture the Bible affirms that “the righteous shall live by faith.” However, many Christians either minimize faith as mere belief or “mysticize” faith as a virtue only possible among the most spiritually mature. This series explores the nature of faith and encourages God's people to trust Him more and more with every area of their life.  Hebrews 11:1-6CC: Salvation by Grace

God desires for all nations to know Him and declare his praise. Through the person and work of Christ, God has made it possible for all peoples to experience his love and grace. The mission of extending this good news and teaching others what it means to follow Jesus has been entrusted to the Church. God has transformed us by the Spirit to be a people dedicated to missional discipleship among our neighbors and the nations. Habakkuk 2:14 CC: Worship  

God desires for all nations to know Him and declare his praise. Through the person and work of Christ, God has made it possible for all peoples to experience his love and grace. The mission of extending this good news and teaching others what it means to follow Jesus has been entrusted to the Church. God has transformed us by the Spirit to be a people dedicated to missional discipleship among our neighbors and the nations.  Matthew 9:35-38CC: Prayer

God desires for all nations to know Him and declare his praise. Through the person and work of Christ, God has made it possible for all peoples to experience his love and grace. The mission of extending this good news and teaching others what it means to follow Jesus has been entrusted to the Church. God has transformed us by the Spirit to be a people dedicated to missional discipleship among our neighbors and the nations.  Colossians 4:2-6CC: Biblical Community

God desires for all nations to know Him and declare his praise. Through the person and work of Christ, God has made it possible for all peoples to experience his love and grace. The mission of extending this good news and teaching others what it means to follow Jesus has been entrusted to the Church. God has transformed us by the Spirit to be a people dedicated to missional discipleship among our neighbors and the nations.  John 20:19-23CC: Life Purpose

God desires for all nations to know Him and declare his praise. Through the person and work of Christ, God has made it possible for all peoples to experience his love and grace. The mission of extending this good news and teaching others what it means to follow Jesus has been entrusted to the Church. God has transformed us by the Spirit to be a people dedicated to missional discipleship among our neighbors and the nations.  Psalm 96CC: Personal God  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18 CC: Peace

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15 CC: The Church    

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 CC: Kindness/Goodness  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 CC: Salvation by Grace

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12 CC: The Holy Spirit  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4 CC: Eternity

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4 CC: Eternity  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. In His second letter to the Thessalonian church, Paul encourages Christians to continue living with their hope set on the Lord's return. 2 Thessalonians 1:3-10 CC: Eternity  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 5:25-28CC: Love  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 CC: The Holy Spirit  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 5:19-22 CC: Single-Mindedness  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love! Hebrews 12:1-13CC: Faithfulness

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 CC: Biblical Community    

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 CC: Eternity

Good Friday, come meditate on the sacrifice of Jesus and discover the splendor of Calvary through worship, meditation, and the Lord's Table.  Then come celebrate our risen and victorious Savior on Easter Sunday. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus had the final word on salvation and eternity. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 CC: Eternity  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 4:9-10 CC: Love

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!   1 Thessalonians 4:1-2 CC: Single-Mindedness

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!    1 Thessalonians 1:9-10, 2:19-20, 3:13, 4:13-18, 5:23-24 CC: Hope

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 3:6-13 CC: Joy    

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5 CC: Compassion  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 2:13-16 CC: Authority Of The Bible  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 CC: Evangelism  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  John 6:1-15 Community Communion

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 1:2-10 (Part 1) CC: Faithfulness  

God's people are living between two important times in history—the first coming of Christ and the promise of His return in glory. As those transformed by the Gospel, we are to bear up under suffering and spiritual attack by pursuing holiness and fixing our hope on the Savior's appearing. Though God's people are “not home yet,” they continue to reflect the virtues of redeemed people—faith, hope, and love!  1 Thessalonians 1:1, Acts 17:1-9 CC: Jesus Christ