Christ Church IL Podcast

Listen as Ben Dockery continues down the path we began walking down last week when Mike Woodruff began uncovering the backbone of faith...and what believing in the Church means.

I believe in the church. That is a bold comment, and one that can have polarizing perspectives and is something that isn’t to be taken lightly. Listen as Mike Woodruff brings focus on the Apostle’s Creed and breaks down the significance and the power of the statements from something that many people repeat without truly, deeply absorbing the meaning.

Why do you volunteer? What brings you to serve at the church? If you struggle to relate to these questions, then ask someone that you know what their perspective is on volunteering…you might be surprised at the response. Listen as Mike Woodruff talks about the hands and feet of the church…the people who give of their time and energy as God leads them.

Listen as Ben Dockery brings us a perspective on the posture of work from the Bible in the character of Moses. Exodus is an iconic picture of God’s interaction with humanity. Many New Testament writers referenced the book of Exodus to help us understand what it means to be the people of God. The Exodus of Israel is a lens by which we can see our own experiences today.

Today, we will be hearing from Brad Coleman, who is our campus pastor for our Highland Park congregation, as we continue our Summer series, Made For This. God calls us to worship Him...but what does that look like? Listen as Brad brings us to the early examples of worship noted in the bible.

Today, we will be hearing from Anson Hanbury, who serves on staff with our Central Ministries team, as we continue our Summer series, Made For This As we continue on our look at the book of Exodus - an iconic picture of God’s interaction with humanity. Anson brings forth a look into Moses’ journey, as he wandered through his life and how God brought him through some amazing circumstances.

Listen as Aaron Cramer brings us a talk about wisdom from the Bible in the character of Moses. Exodus is an iconic picture of God’s interaction with humanity. Many New Testament writers referenced the book of Exodus to help us understand what it means to be the people of God. The Exodus of Israel is a lens by which we can see our own experiences today.

Doubt is a big topic. If it characterizes you, you do not need to feel guilty or panic, but you shouldn’t feel proud and you shouldn’t sit still. Doubt is not unbelief, but it can lead there. Listen today as Mike Woodruff discusses a biblical perspective on doubt, and charges you with action as your doubt situation is too important to be passive.

Listen today as Armando, our partner that is helping us to REACH people, is here today to share a bit about his ministry and a great message from Isaiah 61. 

How do you manage the challenges you face in the world? Is yours one of facing them by yourself...or do you have a group of people who you consider "family" that walks with you on your journey? Listen as Mike Woodruff talks about church community, and serving each other.

Are you growing? If you look at your life, do you notice that your life and how you approach life, has changed? For the better...or worse? Listen as Mike Woodruff discusses how we change, and how sometimes wondering if you are on the wrong path is a sign that you are more God focused than you might think.

Our study of Galatians brings us to a very timely topic – freedom. We all want to be free. In Galatians 5, Paul opens the chapter by announcing that, “For freedom, Christ has set us free.” As you’ve read through Galatians in the past, that passage likely jumped out at you. It sounds impressive, important, promising. But what does that mean? What is freedom? How can we be truly free?

The Trinity. One of the most hard to define concepts that we learn about in the Bible, is also one of the more important aspects of God that helps us to know who He truly is. Listen as Mike Woodruff talks on Galatians 4:6, and breaks down the Triune God.

LIsten as Anson Hanbury talks about Galatians 3:15-4:7

In part 2 of our study of Galatians 2:15-3:14, the apostle Paul shows us that our justification, or approval before God, is based on faith in Christ. We can live freely because it does not depend on us, but Christ living in us.

In part 2 of our study of Galatians 2:15-3:14, the apostle Paul shows us that our justification, or approval before God, is based on faith in Christ. We can live freely because it does not depend on us, but Christ living in us.

In part 2 of our study of Galatians 2:15-3:14, the apostle Paul shows us that our justification, or approval before God, is based on faith in Christ. We can live freely because it does not depend on us, but Christ living in us.

In the 5th week of our series in Galatians, Mike Woodruff breaks down the law...aka "God's Law". What does the group of laws given to Moses by God mean for Christians? Do they have any bearing on us...or should we follow them closely?

If a tree falls in the woods…is there any truth to the assumption that there is no sound? People have differing perspectives on what is “truth”…but the reality of things is that there is only one truth, all other perspectives are man-made, and based off of our assumptions. Listen as Mike Woodruff talks on Galatians 1:11-2:14 and highlights how Paul’s presence in the early church reframed some of t...

What's your motivation? Ever think about why you do what you do? Listen as Mike Woodruff breaks into Galatians 1:10 and dives into the "why" behind our motivations and whether our actions are for God...or for ourselves?

In week 2 of our study of Galatians, listen as Mike Woodruff talks about Galatians 1:6-9, and what it means to be engaging in a life of Faith=Salvation+ Good Works...a life built around the gift of salvation...and not one driven by works to earn salvation.

How do you define "religion"? When you hear the term religion...what images come to mind? Traditions, sacraments, commands...or does this describe how you connect with God? Listen today as Mike Woodruff kicks off week one of our multi-week series on the book of Galatians called "Set Free", and breaks open one of the more controversial books of the bible, one that sets the tone...

Last week Mike Woodruff challenged us to focus on our faith and make a decision to consider a life of faith. This week our special guest Gordon MacDonald brings us a checklist for how God calls us to walk…and he challenges us to sweep out our lives…take stock of our walk, and how we honor God daily.

Easter is a day that people are drawn to the church for many reasons...some because of loved ones, others because of the Love of One. Whatever brings you here to listen today, Mike Woodruff has a message for you, that calls you to seek the truth in the empty tomb...what does the empty tomb mean to you?