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Discover how one real encounter with Jesus' holiness instantly exposes our sin and then turns shame into acceptance and purpose. Peter's experience with Jesus changed his life so completely that he left everything behind to follow Jesus and become a "fisher of men". Join us at cefc.church.#Luke5 #FishersOfMen #ObeyGod #EncounterJesus #ChristianSermon #BibleStudy #FaithOverFear #MiracleOfJesus #LeaveEverything #FollowJesus #Faith #JesusChangesEverything #ChristianTransformation #GospelTruth

When it feels like everything is going wrong and evil is winning, Exodus 2:1–10 reminds us that God's plan is better.Pharaoh gives an evil command for baby boys to be thrown into the Nile river. But the very water meant to kill becomes the means of deliverance. Moses is drawn out of the water and raised in Pharaoh's own palace. What was planned for evil, God turns for good.When we feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or submerged, we can turn to Christ who draws us out from death to life. So don't despair. Be drawn out!#GodsPlanIsBetter #Exodus2 #DrawnOut #FaithInTrials #FromDeathToLife #Romans828 #HopeInChrist

When it feels like everything is going wrong and evil is winning, Exodus 2:1–10 reminds us that God's plan is better.Pharaoh gives an evil command for baby boys to be thrown into the Nile river. But the very water meant to kill becomes the means of deliverance. Moses is drawn out of the water and raised in Pharaoh's own palace. What was planned for evil, God turns for good.When we feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or submerged, we can turn to Christ who draws us out from death to life. So don't despair. Be drawn out!#GodsPlanIsBetter #Exodus2 #DrawnOut #FaithInTrials #FromDeathToLife #Romans828 #HopeInChrist

"Rich Man Poor Man" is a series of three messages from Luke 16:19-31.Join us as we look at three important lessons from this passage when Jesus tells the account of a rich man who lived a luxurious life but then spent eternity in the torment of Hades compared to Lazarus, who was a poor man and suffered through life but spent eternity in heaven. Jesus uses this powerful passage to:* warn us about the deceitfulness of wealth (A Rich Man),* inspire us to show mercy to others (Have Mercy On Me), and* compel us to act before it is too late (A Great Chasm)! Join us at cefc.church.

"Rich Man Poor Man" is a series of three messages from Luke 16:19-31.Join us as we look at three important lessons from this passage when Jesus tells the account of a rich man who lived a luxurious life but then spent eternity in the torment of Hades compared to Lazarus, who was a poor man and suffered through life but spent eternity in heaven. Jesus uses this powerful passage to:* warn us about the deceitfulness of wealth (A Rich Man),* inspire us to show mercy to others (Have Mercy On Me), and* compel us to act before it is too late (A Great Chasm)! Join us at cefc.church.

"Rich Man Poor Man" is a series of three messages from Luke 16:19-31.Join us as we look at three important lessons from this passage when Jesus tells the account of a rich man who lived a luxurious life but then spent eternity in the torment of Hades compared to Lazarus, who was a poor man and suffered through life but spent eternity in heaven. Jesus uses this powerful passage to:* warn us about the deceitfulness of wealth (A Rich Man),* inspire us to show mercy to others (Have Mercy On Me), and* compel us to act before it is too late (A Great Chasm)! Join us at cefc.church.

"Rich Man Poor Man" is a series of three messages from Luke 16:19-31.Join us as we look at three important lessons from this passage when Jesus tells the account of a rich man who lived a luxurious life but then spent eternity in the torment of Hades compared to Lazarus, who was a poor man and suffered through life but spent eternity in heaven. Jesus uses this powerful passage to:* warn us about the deceitfulness of wealth (A Rich Man),* inspire us to show mercy to others (Have Mercy On Me), and* compel us to act before it is too late (A Great Chasm)! Join us at cefc.church.

"Rich Man Poor Man" is a series of three messages from Luke 16:19-31.Join us as we look at three important lessons from this passage when Jesus tells the account of a rich man who lived a luxurious life but then spent eternity in the torment of Hades compared to Lazarus, who was a poor man and suffered through life but spent eternity in heaven. Jesus uses this powerful passage to:* warn us about the deceitfulness of wealth (A Rich Man),* inspire us to show mercy to others (Have Mercy On Me), and* compel us to act before it is too late (A Great Chasm)! Join us at cefc.church.

"Rich Man Poor Man" is a series of three messages from Luke 16:19-31.Join us as we look at three important lessons from this passage when Jesus tells the account of a rich man who lived a luxurious life but then spent eternity in the torment of Hades compared to Lazarus, who was a poor man and suffered through life but spent eternity in heaven. Jesus uses this powerful passage to:* warn us about the deceitfulness of wealth (A Rich Man),* inspire us to show mercy to others (Have Mercy On Me), and* compel us to act before it is too late (A Great Chasm)! Join us at cefc.church.

In a world filled with anxiety, chaos, and frightening powers, Daniel 7 lifts our eyes from the beasts of earth to the throne of heaven. Daniel sees a vision of kingdoms rising in violence and arrogance, leaving him shaken and alarmed. But just when fear seems overwhelming, Daniel sees a vision of a God clothed in white and seated on a throne with wheels of fire! This vision of God reminds us that while evil may appear powerful for a time, it is never ultimate. God's judgment is pure, uncorrupted, and already in motion. In the New Testament, this same imagery is seen in Jesus Christ, who wears the white holiness of God and promises to clothe His people in his righteous robe. Join us at cefc.church

In a world filled with anxiety, chaos, and frightening powers, Daniel 7 lifts our eyes from the beasts of earth to the throne of heaven. Daniel sees a vision of kingdoms rising in violence and arrogance, leaving him shaken and alarmed. But just when fear seems overwhelming, Daniel sees a vision of a God clothed in white and seated on a throne with wheels of fire! This vision of God reminds us that while evil may appear powerful for a time, it is never ultimate. God's judgment is pure, uncorrupted, and already in motion. In the New Testament, this same imagery is seen in Jesus Christ, who wears the white holiness of God and promises to clothe His people in his righteous robe. Join us at cefc.church

In this passage, we have a surprising encounter between Jesus, a woman caught in sin, and the Pharisees. In Jesus's interaction with the people, we see His compassion for us and also how seriously He takes sin. The story ends with Jesus saying: "Neither do I condemn you; go, and from now on sin no more." Join us at cefc.church as we strive to live more like Christ.

In this passage, we have a surprising encounter between Jesus, a woman caught in sin, and the Pharisees. In Jesus's interaction with the people, we see His compassion for us and also how seriously He takes sin. The story ends with Jesus saying: "Neither do I condemn you; go, and from now on sin no more." Join us at cefc.church as we strive to live more like Christ.

Proverbs 25:13 shows us that a faithful messenger is like a cold drink on a hot day—refreshing and life-giving to the one who sent them. God sends us, and when we faithfully live and share the gospel without changing it, it brings life to others and genuinely pleases His heart. Join us at cefc.church.

Proverbs 25:13 shows us that a faithful messenger is like a cold drink on a hot day—refreshing and life-giving to the one who sent them. God sends us, and when we faithfully live and share the gospel without changing it, it brings life to others and genuinely pleases His heart. Join us at cefc.church.

Jesus went to the synagogue in his hometown and opened the scroll to the prophet Isaiah and made the bold claim that he fulfilled the wonderful prophecies of Isaiah 61. Jesus proclaims good news to the poor,  liberty to the captives, sight to the blind, and he set the oppressed free. Jesus proclaims the year of the Lord's favor. Discover what these great promises mean for your life today! Join us at cefc.church.#Jesus #Isaiah61 #Luke4 #Gospel #GoodNews #FreedomInChrist #BiblicalTeaching #SundaySermon

Jesus went to the synagogue in his hometown and opened the scroll to the prophet Isaiah and made the bold claim that he fulfilled the wonderful prophecies of Isaiah 61. Jesus proclaims good news to the poor,  liberty to the captives, sight to the blind, and he set the oppressed free. Jesus proclaims the year of the Lord's favor. Discover what these great promises mean for your life today! Join us at cefc.church.#Jesus #Isaiah61 #Luke4 #Gospel #GoodNews #FreedomInChrist #BiblicalTeaching #SundaySermon

Would you describe yourself as a religious person? Do “actions”, such as going to church regularly, define you as religious? Maybe you also pray, read your Bible, and give regularly. Some may fast occasionally or serve often. Does that make you a religious person? Many people in this world are extremely religious as defined by their faithful practice of “religious” actions as their prescribed path to God and to salvation. They are working hard at religion because they believe it is how someone pleases God and hopefully earns his blessing. But does it? What does God think of religious actions? Isaiah 58 answers these questions. Join us at cefc.church as we hear what God wants from us.

Would you describe yourself as a religious person? Do “actions”, such as going to church regularly, define you as religious? Maybe you also pray, read your Bible, and give regularly. Some may fast occasionally or serve often. Does that make you a religious person? Many people in this world are extremely religious as defined by their faithful practice of “religious” actions as their prescribed path to God and to salvation. They are working hard at religion because they believe it is how someone pleases God and hopefully earns his blessing. But does it? What does God think of religious actions? Isaiah 58 answers these questions. Join us at cefc.church as we hear what God wants from us.

Are you empty, unsatisfied or looking for more? Isaiah 55 is God's gracious invitation to everyone who is hungry for something satisfying. In this message, we explore the beautiful promise of “free food for the soul”.Why do we spend so much of our lives chasing things that cannot satisfy? Learn how to come to Christ who gives living water, true bread, and joy that lasts. We'll look closely at the call to COME, EAT, and SEEK.If your heart is thirsty, if your soul feels empty, or if you've been running after what is unfulfilling, this message will remind you that God stands ready to give you what you cannot earn: life, joy, and peace in Him. We hope you'll join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah55 #JesusSatisfies #LivingWater #BreadOfLife #FreeGrace #SeekTheLord #ComeAndDrink 

Are you empty, unsatisfied or looking for more? Isaiah 55 is God's gracious invitation to everyone who is hungry for something satisfying. In this message, we explore the beautiful promise of “free food for the soul”.Why do we spend so much of our lives chasing things that cannot satisfy? Learn how to come to Christ who gives living water, true bread, and joy that lasts. We'll look closely at the call to COME, EAT, and SEEK.If your heart is thirsty, if your soul feels empty, or if you've been running after what is unfulfilling, this message will remind you that God stands ready to give you what you cannot earn: life, joy, and peace in Him. We hope you'll join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah55 #JesusSatisfies #LivingWater #BreadOfLife #FreeGrace #SeekTheLord #ComeAndDrink 

Isaiah 53 gives us one of the clearest pictures of Jesus as the suffering Savior. Jesus carried our griefs, bore our sorrows, and took the punishment that brought us peace. Jesus is the only one who suffered perfectly, silently, and willingly. He is the innocent one who died so the guilty could go free. Because of His sacrifice, we can draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, knowing He understands our pain and has overcome it. Our response is active gratitude: loving Him, obeying Him, and telling others about the One who gave everything to save us.How will you respond to the One who rescued you? Join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah53 #RejectedRescuer #SufferingServant #JesusSaves #Gospel #SubstitutionaryAtonement #WithHisWoundsWeAreHealed #BibleTeaching 

Isaiah 53 gives us one of the clearest pictures of Jesus as the suffering Savior. Jesus carried our griefs, bore our sorrows, and took the punishment that brought us peace. Jesus is the only one who suffered perfectly, silently, and willingly. He is the innocent one who died so the guilty could go free. Because of His sacrifice, we can draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, knowing He understands our pain and has overcome it. Our response is active gratitude: loving Him, obeying Him, and telling others about the One who gave everything to save us.How will you respond to the One who rescued you? Join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah53 #RejectedRescuer #SufferingServant #JesusSaves #Gospel #SubstitutionaryAtonement #WithHisWoundsWeAreHealed #BibleTeaching 

What if God could say something that would make you sing with joy? If you are feeling weary and worn down, then listen to the great promise God gives through the prophet Isaiah. God has a hidden weapon, a warm light and a new covenant that will put a song of joy in your mouth! Don't miss out, join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah49 #SongtoSing #HopeInChrist #LightToTheNations #Restoration #BibleTeaching #ChristianSermon 

What if God could say something that would make you sing with joy? If you are feeling weary and worn down, then listen to the great promise God gives through the prophet Isaiah. God has a hidden weapon, a warm light and a new covenant that will put a song of joy in your mouth! Don't miss out, join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah49 #SongtoSing #HopeInChrist #LightToTheNations #Restoration #BibleTeaching #ChristianSermon 

Tired of waiting? Feeling unseen? The message from Isaiah 40 promises that those who wait on the Lord will soar on wings like eagles!#Isaiah40 #WaitOnTheLord #RenewedStrength #GodsSovereignty #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #WingsLikeEagles

Tired of waiting? Feeling unseen? The message from Isaiah 40 promises that those who wait on the Lord will soar on wings like eagles!#Isaiah40 #WaitOnTheLord #RenewedStrength #GodsSovereignty #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #WingsLikeEagles

The life of Hezekiah shows us how to find grace with God through humility and faith, while also warning us of the dangers of pride! Join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah #Hezekiah #HumilityandPride #Sermon #PrideAndFaith #SpiritualLeadership #IsaiahSermon

The life of Hezekiah shows us how to find grace with God through humility and faith, while also warning us of the dangers of pride! Join us at cefc.church.#Isaiah #Hezekiah #HumilityandPride #Sermon #PrideAndFaith #SpiritualLeadership #IsaiahSermon

Don't we need a leader who will be wise and powerful and just and peaceful who will make right all that is wrong in the world? History has been searching in vain for such a leader. But the prophet Isaiah promised that a king is coming who will do what no leader has done before. The Christ will be the leader we have longed for and the leader we desperately need. Discover more about this king at cefc.church.#Isaiah11 #PeaceOfChrist #JesusOurHope #TrueLeadership #HopeForTheWorld #ChristisKing #Leadership

Don't we need a leader who will be wise and powerful and just and peaceful who will make right all that is wrong in the world? History has been searching in vain for such a leader. But the prophet Isaiah promised that a king is coming who will do what no leader has done before. The Christ will be the leader we have longed for and the leader we desperately need. Discover more about this king at cefc.church.#Isaiah11 #PeaceOfChrist #JesusOurHope #TrueLeadership #HopeForTheWorld #ChristisKing #Leadership

My Way or God's WayIsaiah 7When threats and fear are bearing down on us, the natural response is to devise our own plan. But the supernatural response is to turn to Christ and "Be careful, be quiet, do not fear, and do not let your heart be faint" (Isaiah 7:4). God's plans are better than our plans! So trust in the Immanuel, the God who is with us!#Isaiah7 #Immanuel #GodsPlans #GodWithUs #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #MyWayOrGodsWay

My Way or God's WayIsaiah 7When threats and fear are bearing down on us, the natural response is to devise our own plan. But the supernatural response is to turn to Christ and "Be careful, be quiet, do not fear, and do not let your heart be faint" (Isaiah 7:4). God's plans are better than our plans! So trust in the Immanuel, the God who is with us!#Isaiah7 #Immanuel #GodsPlans #GodWithUs #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #MyWayOrGodsWay

Cleansed and SentIsaiah 6:8-13Isaiah saw a vision of God in heaven that terrified him until God purified him. Then Isaiah wanted to go wherever God might send him. When we experience the grace of God, then our response should be to go and give God's word to others. But God's Word is alive and active—it softens some hearts and hardens others. That's why we must pray for His grace, asking God to open our eyes and hearts, and to give us courage to speak and act for His glory. Even in a world that resists, hope remains. Out of judgment, God preserves a holy seed—Jesus, the promised Messiah—who brings life, healing, and restoration. Go for God. Speak for God. Live for God. Join us at cefc.church#Isaiah6 #GoForGod #HereIAmSendMe #GodsWord #GraceAndCleansing #MissionCalling #Christ 

Cleansed and SentIsaiah 6:8-13Isaiah saw a vision of God in heaven that terrified him until God purified him. Then Isaiah wanted to go wherever God might send him. When we experience the grace of God, then our response should be to go and give God's word to others. But God's Word is alive and active—it softens some hearts and hardens others. That's why we must pray for His grace, asking God to open our eyes and hearts, and to give us courage to speak and act for His glory. Even in a world that resists, hope remains. Out of judgment, God preserves a holy seed—Jesus, the promised Messiah—who brings life, healing, and restoration. Go for God. Speak for God. Live for God. Join us at cefc.church#Isaiah6 #GoForGod #HereIAmSendMe #GodsWord #GraceAndCleansing #MissionCalling #Christ 

Isaiah 6 records the prophet's personal account of how God called and commissioned him for ministry. This moment was meant to prepare and equip Isaiah, teaching him to place his trust fully in God—His sovereignty, grace, and power—no matter what challenges lay ahead. In the same way, if we are to remain faithful under pressure, we too need a vision of God that reveals Him as both sovereign and holy. In a world that can crumble in an instant, our only certainty can be found in an unfailing God who makes provision for our sin, gives us strength for each day, and hope for the future. Discover more with us at cefc.church.

Isaiah 6 records the prophet's personal account of how God called and commissioned him for ministry. This moment was meant to prepare and equip Isaiah, teaching him to place his trust fully in God—His sovereignty, grace, and power—no matter what challenges lay ahead. In the same way, if we are to remain faithful under pressure, we too need a vision of God that reveals Him as both sovereign and holy. In a world that can crumble in an instant, our only certainty can be found in an unfailing God who makes provision for our sin, gives us strength for each day, and hope for the future. Discover more with us at cefc.church.

When God's Children RebelIsaiah 1God's children turned their backs on Him — so God gave them a choice to wallow in the consequence of their disobedience or turn back to justice and righteousness.

When God's Children RebelIsaiah 1God's children turned their backs on Him — so God gave them a choice to wallow in the consequence of their disobedience or turn back to justice and righteousness.

How do we live All of Life for Christ? How do we respond to the challenges, conflicts and relationships in this life? Philippians 2 shows us how to live with the mind of Christ: building others up in humility, growing in our faith with Christ, and serving as lights in a dark world. The darker the world gets, the brighter Christ's people should shine! Join us at cefc.church.#Philippians2 #Sermon #ChristianLiving #Humility #WorkOutYourSalvation #ShineYourLight #BibleTeaching #GospelCentered #ServeLikeChrist

How do we live All of Life for Christ? How do we respond to the challenges, conflicts and relationships in this life? Philippians 2 shows us how to live with the mind of Christ: building others up in humility, growing in our faith with Christ, and serving as lights in a dark world. The darker the world gets, the brighter Christ's people should shine! Join us at cefc.church.#Philippians2 #Sermon #ChristianLiving #Humility #WorkOutYourSalvation #ShineYourLight #BibleTeaching #GospelCentered #ServeLikeChrist