Cape Cod Church Podcast

Peter is popular, and we love him. Why? We can relate to him, we resonate with his failings, we love a comeback story, and who doesn't love an outspoken friend! Peter was undoubtedly outspoken. He often asked the question everyone was thinking but was afraid to voice. Sometimes this made him the hero, and sometimes it got him in trouble. Either way, there is a lesson to be learned. This weekend, w...

The education of Peter shows up in a two-question test. Sounds easy, right? The problem with a two-question test… there's room for error. Thankfully, in this story, there is a retake… with some private tutoring… that's how we see it. Your view of Jesus transforms how you worship, pray, and think about your day-to-day life. Sharpen your view and add clarity to your understanding; your daily walk wi...

This weekend, we continue in the Peter Process with a famous and formative moment in Peter's early life: a walk on the water. We all have formative moments, both good and bad. They have become part of our story and how we became who we are. Do you remember any formative moments in your life?  It could be an event, an interaction, a success, a season, or a struggle that is etched in your memory. As...

We think we can spot them, but we can't. We are confident that we know the predictors of success and the signs of greatness, but the truth is, we don't. "Better" doesn't just happen; it becomes. Better is not an accident; it's a process. No one's life better reveals the power of process than Peter's. Jesus saw it in him, called it out, and then let us watch the process unfold so we could learn fro...

What is authentic Christianity, and am I an authentic Christian? That might sound like the start of a guilt trip, but it's not. Christianity is meant to be a way of living with Christ (it was literally called "The Way" by early believers!). This way is not just for a "super spiritual" few, it's not an end to fun and freedom, and it's not a theological quiz. In the "After + Math" in Acts 4, we're g...

The drive to be extraordinary is exhausting. No one wants to be ordinary—that's not much of a compliment, nor an epitaph for a life. "They were ordinary" won't win any prizes. But is that true? The After + Math is the story of ordinary people changed by Jesus. They remained ordinary, but what they did was extra-ordinary. There's a lesson here for the ordinary—that's you and that's me... and it's a...

During Jesus' life with us, He performed miracles – and in the After + Math, they continue. God is at work in our world! Acts recounts the story of the first miracle in the After + Math, and it offers us a lesson on how to ask for a miracle. God invites us to make bold, expectant, faith-filled prayers. This is how. First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you!  Head over to: ...

Someone recently visited Europe. When we heard his travel plans, we offered (unsolicited) advice on sites to see, including a few notable churches—or more specifically, church buildings. These were beautiful ones with architecture and history. Here's the thing. These buildings are largely relics, beautiful reminders of storied pasts. The churches we really admire look like the ones launched in Act...

We love history; we didn't always, but we do now. Mostly, we strive to make connections between the old and the new—how a thing started and how we can still see pieces of it today. Acts is the story of the "After + Math," the beginning of the Jesus movement we are now a part of. The core pieces of what we do now—the gathering, the worship, the teaching—all have their history in the "After + Math"...

In the After + Math of the Resurrection, there is a strange, wonderful, often misunderstood power at work in us—the Holy Spirit. Undeniably real, unexplainably powerful, and intensely personal, the Spirit's work in our world, our church, and our lives defines our age. And it's the key to the lives and faith we long for. But where is it, what or who is it, and what does the Spirit want to do? That'...

The period between the resurrection and ascension is brief, lasting only 40 days. This short moment marks the beginning of people's realization of the profound changes in the world. The ascension highlights that change and leaves us with three gifts that give us full lives and new hope. They are reminders of who Jesus is and what he has done for us. This weekend, we wrapped up our series After + M...

This past Sunday, May 11th, Cape Cod Church celebrated Mother's Day, honoring the amazing women who raised us! The morning was filled with love, gratitude, and joyful memories, featuring Petals Flower Truck, familly photo booth,  donuts & lemonade, and a small gift to thank all mothers and mother figures! Our guest speaker was Rev. Dr. Virginia Ward, a pastor, mother, and expert in youth ministry....

The house has been bought; the renovation project has begun! This is a good illustration of what happened after Jesus rose from the grave as king of the world. And we are partners in that work, renovators with God in His world. But where do we start? What can we do? The answer to that fills us with purpose and hope, and it's what we've talked about this Sunday. First time listening to our podcast?...

The weekend after Easter! At Cape Cod Church, we celebrate this with Baptism—a service where people celebrate their faith in Jesus Christ through the symbolic act of baptism. We celebrate this together with dozens of people declaring their faith in the waters of Baptism. It's a service like no other at Cape Cod Church. The aftermath of the crucifixion and the resurrection was a new world. It's not...

It's Easter, a season of new beginnings and a story of fresh starts. That's worth celebrating! Thanks for joining us! We hope you enjoyed the inspiring music for all ages, engaging programs for the kids, and the hopeful message for real life. We believe church should be the happiest place on Earth!    First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you!  Head over to:  http://bit.ly/...

Faith can grow, a truth we've learned in recent weeks, and a necessity we recognize. Palm Sunday reminds us that our faith enables our relationship with Jesus Christ, allowing us to envision a world as it was meant to be. This is the story of a coming kingdom. First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you!  Head over to: http://bit.ly/connectcardccc . Connect with us! Do you ha...

Victorious heroes are often associated with a particular image: epic swagger, accolades, and applause – the hallmarks of winning. But what happens when life looks different, when pain and struggle become constant companions? How do we reconcile suffering with faithfulness? How does our growing faith address pain? This weekend, we examine Hebrews 11's most unexpected group of heroes, individuals wi...

How much faith is required for salvation? We've been exploring faith and how it grows. Perhaps you're wondering if your faith is sufficient. To clarify, faith is a pathway, not the source of power. Don't confuse the two. Even a small amount of faith can make an eternal difference, as Rahab's story in Hebrews 11 demonstrates. First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you!    Hea...

Faith is how we make sound decisions. Specifically, those tough to swallow, hard to understand, and uncertain decisions all require a degree of insight. This insight is a wisdom that makes all the difference in our decisions, acting as a kind of "insider knowledge." Moses' story illustrates four ways a growing faith can lead to better decisions and fewer regrets.   First time listening to our podc...

Hebrews 11, our passage explaining belief, reiterates a single phrase: "It was by faith." The beginning of life's most pivotal moments begins with faith. While this becomes clearer in hindsight, you can prepare for it now. Faith provides a fresh perspective on our circumstances, even altering how you perceive your successes. Joseph's final words, a request regarding his burial, offer a profound in...

Don't forget to set your clocks forward this weekend! It's been a wonderful THRIVE weekend hearing from local organizations and learning about the many ways we, as the church, can get involved in the important work they are doing. We wrapped up the weekend with one more special message that would challenge and inspire us - just like the THRIVE Conference!   First time listening to our podcast? We'...

Life's toughest tests are teachers. Reflect on your life's transformative moments, and you'll notice a trend: tough tests. Faith can be found, formed, and grown. But it won't be easy. Tests are inevitable; growth is optional. First time listening to our podcast? We'd like to get to know you!  Head over to: http://bit.ly/connectcardccc . Connect with us! Do you have any prayer request? DM us.  Face...

Stepping out in faith often brings anxious feelings as we prepare ourselves for the "big leap." But laughter? That's not usually what we associate with a "leap of faith." The story of Abraham and Sarah is one of how unbelief transforms into belief, and how bitter laughter gives way to laughter filled with wonder and joy. Faith is a runway to hopeful living—the kind that impacts our hearts and emot...

Faith is living out what you believe. Growing in understanding? Yes, that's where it starts. Developing a conviction? Yes, that's the place where understanding becomes Belief. Still, there will come a point, where despite uncertainty, we step out. We call that moment "faith." These moments are memorable because they're often terrifying. Can faith grow? Yes! Here's how. First time listening to our...

Last weekend, we threw a party—the perfect opportunity to invite a friend to Cape Cod Church! We continued our series on belief and unbelief, exploring how faith grows. Faith comes to us in layers… understanding, conviction, and commitment. We grow in understanding, which then leads to conviction. What does a healthy conviction look like? What is the role of this middle layer in growing my faith?...