Chris Chadwick - Canyon Ridge Baptist Church

In this powerful installment of the Ten Commandments series, Pastor Chris Chadwick delivers uncompromising expositional preaching on the Sixth and Seventh Commandments: "Thou shalt not kill" and "Thou shalt not commit adultery." Discover why these commands reveal the very moral character of God and how they uphold the value of human life created in His image and the sacred institution of marriage...

In this vital message from the Sermon on the Mount, Assistant Pastor Zane Garza challenges us to embrace the standard of God's love. Examining Matthew 5:43-48, we learn that God's standard of perfection is complete love, which demands that we love everyone—even our enemies—without condition or partiality. Through powerful expositional preaching, this sermon exposes the danger of traditional teachi...

Have you ever questioned if the commitment to the Christian life is truly "worth it"? In this expositional preaching message from Colossians 1:21-29, Pastor Chris Chadwick tackles this essential question, revealing how the sufficiency of Christ is the foundation for a life of purpose. He reminds us that Christ is not just a part of the Christian life, but He is the complete and all-sufficient sour...

This message concludes the vital "Why Israel?" series. Through faithful expositional preaching, Burnie Lund makes a compelling case for unwavering Christian and Western support for the nation of Israel, grounded in both enduring biblical promises and secular legal rights. This sermon directly addresses controversial questions about Israel's legitimacy, the misuse of terms like "genocide" and "apar...

In the third part of this vital series, Pastor Chris Chadwick continues his expositional preaching through the Ten Commandments, focusing on the final command: "Thou shalt not covet." This powerful message dives into the danger of inward sin, revealing that covetousness—the insatiable desire for what belongs to others—is the root from which all other sins spring. The sermon challenges men to recog...

The Story of Our Victory | Evangelist Tim Lee | Revelation 12:11 On this All American Sunday, guest speaker Evangelist Tim Lee shares his powerful personal story of being a Marine who was severely wounded in Vietnam and how God changed his life after a tragic accident. Preaching from Revelation 12:11, he explores the two-part secret to overcoming the accuser—the Devil—which is found in the blood o...

In this second message of a series on the Ten Commandments, Pastor Chris Chadwick continues his expositional preaching, focusing on the fourth command: Remember the Sabbath Day to keep it holy. He highlights the story of Olympic runner Eric Liddell as a model of unwavering conviction to honor God's day. The sermon draws on this example and scripture to define Sunday as a distinct day of remembranc...

In the second part of the "Why Israel?" series, Burnie Lund provides the clear biblical and historical foundation for Israel's right to exist as God's chosen people. This message directly addresses common questions and misconceptions, affirming that the modern state of Israel is the same as the Israel of the Bible. It details God's unbroken covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, establishing Isr...

In this important first message of a new series, Pastor Chris Chadwick begins an in-depth, verse-by-verse study in Exodus 20 on the Ten Commandments. Through expositional preaching, he reveals why the law was given—not to provide a path to Heaven, but to expose our sinfulness and reflect the very character of God. This sermon focuses on the first three commands, forcefully challenging Christians t...

In this final message from the Book of Romans, Pastor Chris Chadwick delivers a strong charge to the church to maintain doctrinal purity. Through expositional preaching, he teaches on the character of those who cause division and offenses contrary to biblical teaching, emphasizing the command to mark them... and avoid them. The sermon stresses the necessity of Christian submission in all areas of...

In this final message from the Book of Romans, Pastor Chris Chadwick delivers a strong charge to the church to maintain doctrinal purity. Through expositional preaching, he teaches on the character of those who cause division and offenses contrary to biblical teaching, emphasizing the command to mark them... and avoid them. The sermon stresses the necessity of Christian submission in all areas of...

In this powerful message from Romans 16, Pastor Chris Chadwick concludes the book of Romans by focusing on Paul's demonstration of Christian gratitude. He challenges listeners to move beyond a fleeting "thank you" to a life rich with intentional thankfulness, joy, and zeal. The sermon highlights various individuals and couples mentioned by Paul, such as Phoebe and Priscilla and Aquila, showcasing...

John Chiafos preaches from Psalm 119:113-120, exploring the theme of single-minded commitment to God and His Word. He contrasts the psalmist's love for God's law with his hatred for vain, or "double-minded," thoughts, encouraging believers to seek clarity in a confusing world. He shares personal stories and scriptural truths to demonstrate how God's Word is a source of security, guidance, and stre...

In the fifth installment of the "What God Values" series, Zane Garza preaches from Matthew 5:38-42, challenging the modern-day idea of retaliation. He explains how Jesus redefines the Old Testament law of "an eye for an eye," shifting the focus from civil justice to personal conduct. This sermon teaches that Christians are called to a higher standard, one that moves beyond a desire for revenge and...

In this powerful message from Romans 16, Pastor Chris Chadwick concludes the book of Romans by focusing on Paul's demonstration of Christian gratitude. He challenges listeners to move beyond a fleeting "thank you" to a life rich with intentional thankfulness, joy, and zeal. The sermon highlights various individuals and couples mentioned by Paul, such as Phoebe and Priscilla and Aquila, showcasing...

In the first message of a three-part series, Burnie Lund addresses the intense rhetoric surrounding Israel and its role as God's chosen people. Drawing from his personal experience of being born in Israel, he seeks to "tame the rhetoric" by providing a calm, factual, and biblical overview of Jewish history. This message lays the historical groundwork for understanding modern-day conflicts, address...

In the fourth part of the "What God Values" series, Zane Garza preaches from Matthew 5:33-37, challenging listeners to reconsider what it means to keep their word. Using an illustration about his time working for Stanley Steamer, he explains how man-made traditions had covered God's law, obscuring its original intent. This sermon reveals the heart behind God's command on oaths—that we should have...

What God Values | Zane Garza | Matthew 5:31–32 In this message from Canyon Ridge Baptist Church, Zane Garza dives into what God truly values by exploring Jesus's teaching on marriage and divorce in Matthew chapter 5. He contrasts the attitudes of Jesus's day with our modern culture, revealing how the sanctity of marriage has been weakened by a focus on convenience and personal benefit over genuine...

What It Means to Be a Servant | John Chiafos | Psalm 119:105–112 In this sermon, Pastor John Chiafos explores what it truly means to be a faithful servant of the Lord by examining Psalm 119:105–112. Using the Hebrew letter "nun" as a guiding metaphor, he explains that a servant's life is defined by commitment, even in the face of immense struggle. Drawing on powerful illustrations from the life of...

What God Values: Part 2 | Zane Garza | Matthew 5:27–30 In this sermon, Pastor Zane Garza preaches on Matthew 5:27–30, continuing the series on what God truly values. He explains that while the Pharisees had an external righteousness based on the law, Jesus teaches that true righteousness must come from the heart. Using a personal and relatable illustration about a broken candle, Pastor Zane highli...

In this message, Zane Garza preaches from Matthew 5:21-26, delving into what God truly values beyond external actions. He shares a personal story about learning the "why" behind his Navy duties to help listeners understand the heart behind God's commandments. This message challenges the idea that simply avoiding physical sin is enough for a Christian. Learn how Jesus raises the standard, revealing...

In this message, Christian Saldana tackles the sensitive subject of doubt, a topic often avoided but universally experienced by believers. Drawing from the example of John the Baptist in Luke 7:18-23, he explores the origins of doubt and how Jesus graciously responds to it. The message provides a powerful reminder that our faith is not blind; it is founded on the reliable evidence of Scripture. Le...

In this sermon from Romans 15:22-33, Pastor Chris Chadwick examines how the Apostle Paul, facing the twilight of his life, made plans for the future. He highlights the brevity of life and the importance of having a gospel-focused mission. Paul's plan was not only to share the Gospel in new, unreached territories like Spain, but also to prioritize ministering to fellow believers and seeking joyful...

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn? In this message, Christian Saldana preaches from Mark 8:31-35, addressing the universal experience of plans going awry. He shares personal anecdotes and biblical truths, revealing how our reaction to trials exposes our spiritual health and where our heart truly stands with God. Learn how God's plan prevails even when ours fails, and why true discipl...

In the second part of "Rooted in What Lasts", Pastor Chris Chadwick continues his exposition of Romans 15:14-21. This sermon draws parallels between the deep root system of a palm tree and the stability a believer gains by being deeply rooted in the truths of the Gospel. Pastor Chadwick explores Paul's shepherding of the church at Rome, emphasizing the importance of a pastor's character and the ch...