Christ Community Chapel

As we continue our More Wisdom, More Life series, Pastor Jamie explores Proverbs 22:1–2 and what it truly means to have a good name. He contrasts the exhausting pursuit of approval from others and ourselves with the lasting identity found in God alone. Through the gospel, we discover that our worth isn't earned by our performance but received through Jesus, who exchanges his perfect reputation for...

As we continue our More Wisdom, More Life series, Pastor Zach explores Proverbs 14:30 and reminds us that envy quietly robs us of the joy and contentment God desires for us. He challenges us to recognize the "if only" thoughts that can take root in our hearts and shift our focus away from God's goodness. Through the hope of the gospel, we are reminded that in Christ we are fully loved, richly bles...

As we continue our More Wisdom, More Life series, Pastor Joe explores Proverbs 18:21 and the incredible power of words. He reminds us that our words reveal what is happening in our hearts and have the ability to bring either life or death to those around us. Through the story of the prodigal son, we discover the life-giving words God speaks over us: “I see you,” “I love you,” “I forgive you,” and...

As we continue our More Wisdom, More Life series, Pastor Zach explores Proverbs 20:1 and challenges us to consider what has influence over our hearts and decisions. He reminded us that wisdom begins when we recognize the things that compete for our attention, affection, and trust. While many things in life can be good gifts from God, they become dangerous when they begin to control us. Through Chr...

As we continue our More Wisdom, More Life series, Pastor Joe explores Proverbs 13:20 and reminds us that wisdom is often found through the people we choose to walk with. He explains that life’s biggest decisions require more than knowledge–they require godly wisdom, and God frequently provides that wisdom through relationships and community. Pastor Joe encourages us to seek out wise, Jesus-centere...

As we kick off our More Wisdom, More Life series, Pastor Zach explores Proverbs 3 and the kind of life God truly wants for us–one marked by richness, purpose, health, and flourishing through a relationship with him. He challenges us to confront the biggest obstacle to that life: our tendency to trust our own understanding instead of God’s wisdom. Through the example of Jesus, Pastor Zach shows how...

In this message from Luke 18:18–30, Pastor Mike Holwerda explores the story of the rich ruler who wanted eternal life but struggled to let go of the thing he treasured most. Through this powerful conversation with Jesus, we’re reminded that following Christ is not just transactional — it’s relational. Jesus challenges us to examine our hearts and ask what has become a “false god” in our lives. Is...

As we continue our More or Less series, Pastor Zach explores the parable of the lost son in Luke 15, highlighting both the rebellion of the younger son and the quiet distance of the older son. He unpacks how it’s possible to be near God outwardly while emotionally disconnected inwardly, especially when faith becomes transactional. Through the image of a father who runs toward both sons, we see a G...

As we continue our More or Less series, Pastor Zach takes us to Matthew 27 and the story of Pilate to explore what Jesus meant by seed falling on hardened ground. Through Pilate’s encounter with Jesus, we’re reminded that God is not distant or hiding–he is constantly making himself known, even to those who seem far from him. The challenge isn’t whether God is in the room, but whether our own plans...

As we kick off our More or Less series, Pastor Joe walks us through the Parable of the Sower and the surprising way God’s kingdom grows. Instead of coming with force, it comes like a seed–small, quiet, but full of life-changing power. The question isn’t whether the seed is powerful, but what kind of soil we will be. Looking to keep the conversation going? Learn more here.

This weekend, Pastor Zach walked through 1 John 1:8–10 and challenged the way we think about sin–not as rule-breaking, but as a broken relationship with God. He shows how we often lie to ourselves and hide out of fear of rejection or punishment. But the gospel offers something unexpected: we don’t have to hide anymore. Because of Jesus, confession leads not to rejection, but to forgiveness, restor...

As we conclude our I Am More series, Pastor Joe reminds us that the Gospel of John was written with purpose–to give us enough to believe. Through John 20:31, we see that faith in Jesus is personal, rooted in the truth that he is both Savior and Son of God. And in believing, we don’t just gain knowledge–we step into the kind of life Jesus promised: full, abundant, and unshakable. Looking to keep th...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Zach walks us through John 15 and reminds us that healthy things grow–but that growth isn’t actually our job. Using the image of the vine and branches, he shows that real spiritual growth comes from staying connected to Jesus, not from trying harder. Instead of striving, we’re invited to simply abide–to stay with him–and trust that he will do the work in...

As we continue our I Am More series this Easter, Pastor Zach walks through the story of Thomas in John 20 and what it means to wrestle with doubt in light of the resurrection. He reminds us that Easter isn’t just a celebration–it’s a claim that demands a response, because if Jesus truly rose from the dead, it changes everything. Through Thomas’ story, we see that doubt isn’t something to hide from...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Joe walks through Jesus’ powerful claim in John 14 that he is the way, the truth, and the life. In a moment when the disciples were anxious and uncertain, Jesus offers both clarity and comfort–showing that the path to God isn’t a set of directions, but a person. Pastor Joe unpacks how Jesus reveals who God is, exposes our need for him, and ultimately off...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Zach looks at John 11:17–27, where Jesus Christ declares, “I am the resurrection and the life.” In this message, we see how real death and loss can lead us into quiet resignation, believing that what’s broken, gone, or lifeless in our lives is beyond hope. But Jesus shifts the focus from a future promise to a present reality. Resurrection isn’t just some...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Joe looks at Jesus’ words in John 10:10–15, where he reveals himself as the Good Shepherd who brings life in abundance. In this message, we’re reminded that like sheep, we are prone to wander and in need of a shepherd to guide and care for us. Unlike the hired hands who abandon the flock, Jesus proves his love by laying down his life for his sheep. This...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Zach explores Jesus’ powerful statement in John 10:11: “I am the good shepherd.” In this message, we see how Jesus contrasts himself with the false shepherds who use and abandon the sheep, revealing instead a shepherd who truly knows, protects, and lays down his life for His people. Jesus doesn’t lead from a distance–he walks with his sheep, calling them...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Zach walks us through Jesus’ bold declaration in John 8:12: “I am the light of the world.” In this message, we explore what it looks like to step out of confusion and darkness, and into the clarity and life that Jesus offers. Our world–and often our own lives–can feel chaotic, full of fads, anxiety, and stumbling in the dark. But Jesus isn’t just pointin...

As we continue our I Am More series, Pastor Joe walks us through Jesus’ powerful declaration in John 6:35–40: “I am the bread of life.” In this message, we explore what our souls truly need, where lasting life is found, and how to stay connected to the One who satisfies us. While we often chase fulfillment in relationships, success, or comfort, Jesus reveals that real, sustaining life – the kind t...

As we begin our I Am More series, Pastor Zach walks us through Jesus’ first miracle at the wedding in Cana, showing how God meets people in ordinary, everyday moments. He highlights how what seems small or inconvenient to us often carries deeper need – and Jesus responds with abundance, care, and purpose. At the center of the story is a Savior who reveals his glory not through spectacle, but throu...

This weekend, Pastor Mike walked us through Mark 10:42–45 and challenged our instinct to pursue significance by putting ourselves first. He showed how Jesus confronts a culture of power and status by redefining greatness as becoming a servant, not just serving occasionally. At the center of the message was Jesus himself—the Son of Man—who came not to be served, but to serve and give his life as a...

As we continue our More Life series, Pastor Joe walks us through Ephesians 3:20–21, drawing our attention to a powerful benediction that captures God’s heart for our lives. This message reminds us that more life is found right in the middle of three realities: a God who is greater than our past pain, present needs, and future fears; a power at work within us that is stronger than sin, shame, and o...

As we continue our More Life series, Pastor Zach takes us from Genesis 15 to Revelation 7 to show us the scope of God’s mission—from a promise made to Abraham to a future fulfilled among every nation and people. This message reminds us that God is not small or passive, but visionary and determined to bring more life to more people in more places. Along the way, we’re invited to see ourselves as pa...

As we continue our More Life series, Pastor Joe walks us through Psalm 19 to show how God has always desired abundant life for his people. He invites us to experience more life by learning to look for God’s glory in creation, read Scripture as life-giving nourishment for the soul, and pray with honesty for God to both reveal and restrain what shapes our hearts. This message challenges us to raise...