Central Valley Church Podcast

In this message from our Core Values series, we dive into two foundational pillars of who we are as Central Valley Church: Biblical Community and Family. What does it truly mean to belong to the Body of Christ? How is biblical community different from every other kind of community we experience in life? And why is it not optional—but essential—for every follower of Jesus? Using 1 Corinthians 12, w...

In Week 2 of our series “The Core,” we continue unpacking the values that shape who we are as Central Valley Church and how we live out our faith. This message focuses on Intercessory Prayer and Generosity, two core values that move us beyond a self-focused faith and align our hearts with God’s heart for others. We explore: • What intercessory prayer is and why it’s essential • How praying for oth...

We’re kicking off our new series “The Core” by diving into the first two core values that shape who we are as a church: Biblical Teaching and Authentic Worship. In this message, we explore why the Word of God is essential to the life of every follower of Jesus and why it can be trusted as truth. We also unpack what authentic worship really means—not just singing songs, but living a life fully devo...

As we step into a new year, we pause to celebrate God’s faithfulness and boldly look ahead with confidence. In this message, we reflect on all God did in 2025—lives saved, people baptized, and a church growing deeper in community—and cast fresh vision for 2026. This year’s theme is “Be the Fix.” God is calling His people not just to observe problems, but to bring solutions—personally, spiritually,...

As we close out 2025, Pastor Josh shares a reflective and encouraging message for our Central Valley Church family. This end-of-year message looks back on God’s faithfulness throughout the past year—celebrating growth, salvations, baptisms, freedom, and the many ways God has moved in our church and in our lives. Pastor Josh highlights the key sermon series of 2025 and the three themes God has been...

In this message, Pastor Josh continues The Gifts Jesus Brings series by focusing on the greatest and most transformative gift of all: love. Through Scripture and practical application, we are reminded that God’s love is not earned, withdrawn, or limited by our failures. While we were still sinners, Christ gave His life for us. This love is the foundation of salvation, the power behind the gospel,...

In this message, Missionary Shane Lehman shares what it truly means to live a life available to the Holy Spirit and to bring the gospel to places where darkness feels overwhelming. Drawing from real-life mission experiences in Oaxaca and beyond, this sermon reminds us that life with God was never meant to be boring—it is meant to be alive, adventurous, and fully surrendered. Shane challenges belie...

In today’s message, Pastor Josh Blair continues our series The Gifts Jesus Brings with the gift of Liberty. Jesus didn’t just come to inspire us, He came to set captives free and proclaim freedom to those who are bound. True liberty is found in Christ, and as we know Him and abide in His Word, we step into the freedom He provides. We pray this message strengthens your faith and helps you walk in t...

🎄 The Gift of Light | Pastor Alex | John 1:9–13 This Christmas season, we’re opening up a series on the gifts Jesus brings—and today’s gift is Light. In John 1:9–13, we’re reminded that Jesus came into the world He created… and yet many didn’t recognize Him. Still, to all who believe and receive Him, He gives the right to become children of God. In this message, Pastor Alex breaks down: ✨ What t...

In this final message of our “To Serve” series, we explore how the spiritual discipline of service doesn’t stop at random good deeds or one-off projects—it’s meant to form our hearts to look like Jesus.  We walk through the four components of a life of service: receiving God’s love, serving in hiddenness, living intentionally and interruptibly, and finally stepping into kinship—taking strangers,...

In this message, “Called to Serve: Availability”, Pastor Josh unpacks what it means to live a life that’s not just intentional but also interruptible for the sake of others. Service isn’t just a task on a church checklist—it’s a spiritual practice that forms us into the likeness of Jesus. Walking through Jesus’ teaching on the greatest commandment and the parable of the Good Samaritan, we’re chall...

n the closing session of the Spiritual Warfare and Deliverance Conference (October 24–25, 2025), Pastor Khristian Miller delivers a bold and practical teaching on Power and Authority — equipping believers to walk in the same authority Christ has given His church. This message dives into what it truly means to operate in the power of the Holy Spirit — not through persuasive words or intellect, but...

In week two of our Called to Serve series, Pastor Josh reminds us that true service isn’t about recognition — it’s about humility and love in action. Just as Jesus washed His disciples’ feet, we’re called to serve those closest to us with the same heart — not for applause, but to reflect His character in our everyday lives. Learn how the ordinary, unseen moments — cooking dinner, helping your fami...

In the closing session of our Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance Conference (October 24–25, 2025), Pastor Khristian Miller leads a powerful and revelatory teaching on the believer’s identity and position in Christ — a vital truth for anyone walking in spiritual authority and freedom. In this message, Pastor Khristian explains how understanding who you are and where you are positioned spiritually tran...

Recorded live at Central Valley Church in Madera, CA, Pastor Khristian Miller continued the SPIRITUAL WARFARE & DELIVERANCE Conference (October 24–25, 2025) with a message that cut straight to the heart — revealing how the choices we make can open or close spiritual doors in our lives. In Session Two: Doors for Demons, Pastor Khristian teaches that demons don’t always need permission — they need p...

Recorded live at Central Valley Church in Madera, CA, Pastor Khristian Miller joined us for a powerful two-day conference (October 24–25, 2025) that stirred hearts and opened eyes to the reality of the unseen realm. In this first session, “Awakening & Awareness of The Unseen Realm,” Pastor Khristian teaches about spiritual warfare and the often-unnoticed battles that affect every believer. With pr...

This Sunday, we kicked off our brand new series, “Called To…” — a powerful look at what it truly means to grow and mature as followers of Jesus. Pastor Josh Blair reminds us that spiritual maturity isn’t measured by religious checklists or how many verses we read — it’s revealed by the fruit of our lives. Jesus calls us not just to believe in Him, but to be with Him, be like Him, and do what He di...

In this final message of our Blessed to be a Blessing series, Pastor Josh Blair teaches on God’s perspective of money — not as something to fear or worship, but as a tool that can be used to advance His Kingdom. This week’s sermon dives deep into biblical financial principles, showing how generosity, stewardship, and trust in God lead to lasting peace and purpose. From the dangers of misplaced tru...

This week, Pastor Josh Blair continues our Blessed to Be a Blessing series with a powerful and practical message titled “Over & Above.” God calls us not only to tithe—but to go beyond. Tithing is the foundation, but generosity is the structure that builds God’s Kingdom. In this message, Pastor Josh teaches how living with open hands breaks the spirit of fear and greed, and invites the blessings of...

When God is first, everything else falls into place. 🙌 In this powerful and practical message, Pastor Josh Blair teaches about the biblical principle of first fruits—how honoring God with our first and best invites His blessing on the rest. Discover what it truly means to live generously, to trust God in your finances, and to experience the peace that comes from putting Him first in every area of...

This week, Pastor Josh walks us through Daniel Chapter 7 — one of the most powerful prophetic passages in Scripture. In this message, “Daniel’s Vision,” we uncover how God reveals His sovereignty over every kingdom and nation, both past and future. From the four beasts that represent earthly kingdoms to the glorious vision of the Ancient of Days and the Son of Man, this sermon reminds us that God...

This week, Pastor Josh spoke from Daniel 6 on the story of Daniel in the lions’ den 🦁. He reminded us that Daniel’s faithfulness and integrity in exile were possible because he trusted God completely, even when persecution came. The challenge for us today: to live a life of prayer, devotion, and integrity—not out of our own strength, but through the Spirit of God who dwells within us. 💡 God is s...

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Thank you for listening. If you've been challenged or encouraged by what you've heard, be sure to share this podcast by taking a screen shot and sharing it on instagram or facebook and tag us @cvcmadera. If you really enjoyed the podcast, be sure to subscribe. If you'd like to contribute to the ministry of Central Valley Church, click here: cvcmadera.churchcenter.com/giving

Thank you for listening. If you've been challenged or encouraged by what you've heard, be sure to share this podcast by taking a screen shot and sharing it on instagram or facebook and tag us @cvcmadera. If you really enjoyed the podcast, be sure to subscribe. If you'd like to contribute to the ministry of Central Valley Church, click here: cvcmadera.churchcenter.com/giving