CCF Madison Podcast

On this episode we have a sermon recap on the parable of the persistent widow. We discuss the need for desperation in our prayer and why we too often don't continue in prayer.

On this episode the podcast team sits down with Regen Leader, Sierrah Tucker to discuss all things Regen. "Everyone needs regeneration. Everyone needs to be made new. We all live in a broken world and suffer pain. We all hide from God. We all have relationships that need mending. We all establish harmful patterns of dealing with pain. But God is out to rescue us, to heal us, and to restore us to o...

On this episode Pastor Tobin Curtis shares 7 lessons he has learned over the past 20 years of Pastoral ministry at Christ Community Fellowship

On this episode we discuss the importance of an active prayer life for your continued spiritual growth. In the words of M.C. Hammer "We have to pray just to make it today."

We dive into worship with a discussion about the song "Find Me." And then we transition into a Bible study discussion on Titus.

On this episode Pastor Tobin recaps his sermon on the prodigal son through the eyes of Middle Eastern peasants, from Dr. Ken Bailey's Book "The Cross and The Prodigal" The podcast team discusses the themes of repentance, love, grace, sacrifice, and responsibility found in the parable.

On this episode we get a ministry update from Curtis Miller who has been teaching a Saturday Bible Study on End Times Prophecy, with Charles Womack. Pastor Tobin talks about the upcoming NXTGEN Youth Ministry starting in October as well as a new Young Adult Ministry. We also talk about revival and keeping the fire of revival burning through serving one another.

On this episode we discuss the importance of being connected to the body of Christ, which means you need to get involved in a local Bible believing, Spirit-filled church. Being part of a church protects you, helps you grow, and gives you purpose!

In response to the recent assassination of our Christian brother Charlie Kirk many emotions and questions arise. One such question is "What exactly is righteous anger?" On this episode we have an open discussion around righteous anger, faith, and how the mission Jesus gave us has not changed. We must preach the gospel more boldly, love more extravagantly, and pray for enemies more fervently.

On this last episode of our CCF Summer Series Josh Emery concludes the Servant Leadership series. He finishes by describing spiritual gifts and how they are used in the body of Christ. He also discusses how to develop the gifts in your life and how in the chur

Josh Emery discusses the purpose of spiritual gifts in the church. He defines the gifts and gives examples of how each one is used in the body of Christ.

On this episode Joshua Emery gives us the definition of Servant Leadership. He shares Biblical examples and gives insight on how to positively effect you circles of influence, starting with yourself.

We are all called to be disciple makers. We can all do it. Ask God to place someone in the cross-hairs of your love and attention and then walk with this person. Discipleship is a relational journey with another person, that involves restoring what the enemy has stolen, repairing what sin has broken, preparing the person for future ministry and training them how to fight against the schemes of the...

Christians in the negative world need to learn how to equip themselves and their children to know what society believes and what Christians believe and why. The Woke agenda and Critical Race Theory is godless and anti-gospel. They use similar vocabulary as Christians but have changed the definitions. We need to be the salt and light. We need to build strong marriages and families. We need to provi...

This is the start of a new CCF Summer Series. On this episode Pastor Tobin will be discussing where the church finds itself in culture today and how we got there. It's important to know how our culture thinks if we are going to be effective at evangelism and disciple making. The book that is referenced on this episode is called "Life in the Negative World: Confronting Challenges in an Anti-Christi...

On this episode we hear from Elder Shaun Swain about his financial journey, retirement planning and life lessons. We closed it out with Curtis Miller and Mike Shute hitting the high notes of the past 3 weeks.

On this episode Curtis Miller shares financial and budgeting lessons he has learned over the years. Start with the tithe and snowball your way out of debt. There is a Q & A at the end of his talk. Also, if interested in getting the hand outs that went with Curtis' discussion please contact the church office at email: ccfmadison04950@gmail.com or 207-696-5956

Mike Shute shares his testimony of going from bankrupt to debt free and the lessons learned. We need to be good stewards of what God has given us to manage. Debt is bad. Make a budget. Snowball your debt away.

On this episode we sit down with Doug Libby to discuss the Regeneration Ministry. He shares his testimony and gives insight into how God used the Regeneration program to set him free from years of alcohol addiction. If you have questions about Regen or would like more information please do not hesitate to reach out and contact Christ Community Fellowship at #207-696-5956 or ccfmadison04950@gmail.c...

When seeking God's direction we often start out strong in prayer until He opens the doors and reveals His plan. Too often once we get the vision we take off on our own strength and wonder why all of a sudden we are burned out and getting no where. Vision needs oxygen and the oxygen is found in continued prayer and intimacy with God. Don't swap out God's presence for His plan. Stay close and stay c...

If your vision doesn't scare you, is it really from God? On this episode we discuss stepping out in faith, the need for prayer, wise council, and the excitement of hearing God all along the way. When your vision is big enough, then God gets all the glory.

Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Acknowledging God is more than just recognizing that there is a God, it involves seeking Him, listening to Him and obeying Him.

Matthew 28:19 "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." The Greek word for disciple means student, learner, follower, someone who adheres completely to the teaching of another, making them his rule of life and conduct. Jesus was very clear about the cost of following him. "Anyone of you who does not give up everyth...

On this episode we look at Joshua 1:3,9 "I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses...Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discourage, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Strength and Courage is developed through daily disciplines of Bible study, prayer, worship, and connecting with brothers and sisters i...

On this episode we focus on James 1:2-4 " Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." Jesus tells us that in this world we will have many trials, but take heart because he has overcome the w...