Christian Challenge CSUC

We seek wisdom, insight, guidance, and advice in many ways and from many things; but there is one source of true wisdom and understanding. One source that is tried and true and stands up to the test of time. The word of God. In this message, Pastor Tim Hearon from Chico Community Church walks through the truths found in Proverbs 2. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the...

We seek wisdom, insight, guidance, and advice in many ways and from many things; but there is one source of true wisdom and understanding. One source that is tried and true and stands up to the test of time. The word of God. In this message, Jesse Blairs shares what pride really is and how we can practice humility in our lives. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the mai...

We seek wisdom, insight, guidance, and advice in many ways and from many things; but there is one source of true wisdom and understanding. One source that is tried and true and stands up to the test of time. The word of God. In this message, Michael Coogan shares 5 principles of how our speech impacts our lives. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know:...

We seek wisdom, insight, guidance, and advice in many ways and from many things; but there is one source of true wisdom and understanding. One source that is tried and true and stands up to the test of time. The word of God. In this message, Matt Bustamante shares 3 ways we should work as found in Proverbs 6:6-11. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to kno...

We seek wisdom, insight, guidance, and advice in many ways and from many things; but there is one source of true wisdom and understanding. One source that is tried and true and stands up to the test of time. The word of God. In this message, Challenge Director, David Clark, shares the only shortcut we have in life along with 5 applicable ways to practice this shortcut in our daily lives. We know t...

Challenge CSUC Fall Retreat Session 3 September 28, 2024 Pastor Gary Hamilton shares truths from 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 to help us "stay in the game" and walk the Christian life faithfully for the long haul. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and expl...

Challenge CSUC Fall Retreat Session 2 September 87, 2024 Pastor Gary Hamilton shares what will happen if we go to Jesus for help out of Luke 5:17-20. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Je...

Challenge CSUC Fall Retreat Session 1 September 27, 2024 Pastor Gary Hamilton looks at how we tend to view ourselves and how to live in light of how Jesus views us. We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relat...

College is a time of transition and, often, instability. There are so many new decisions to make and new complexities to navigate that it may feel overwhelming to try and choose a path that will keep you secure amidst crisis and confusion. What can we possibly look to that will enable us to experience the peace that we crave? In this message, Challenge Director, David Clark, shares how to handle t...

College is a time of transition and, often, instability. There are so many new decisions to make and new complexities to navigate that it may feel overwhelming to try and choose a path that will keep you secure amidst crisis and confusion. What can we possibly look to that will enable us to experience the peace that we crave? In this message, Pastor Gary Hamilton from Chico Community Church looks...

College is a time of transition and, often, instability. There are so many new decisions to make and new complexities to navigate that it may feel overwhelming to try and choose a path that will keep you secure amidst crisis and confusion. What can we possibly look to that will enable us to experience the peace that we crave? In this message, Pastor Brian Hamilton from Chico Community Church looks...

College is a time of transition and, often, instability. There are so many new decisions to make and new complexities to navigate that it may feel overwhelming to try and choose a path that will keep you secure amidst crisis and confusion. What can we possibly look to that will enable us to experience the peace that we crave? In this message, David explores 3 characteristics of being anchored in t...

College is a time of transition and, often, instability. There are so many new decisions to make and new complexities to navigate that it may feel overwhelming to try and choose a path that will keep you secure amidst crisis and confusion. What can we possibly look to that will enable us to experience the peace that we crave? In this message, David explores things we tend to anchor ourselves in an...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE David encourages us out of Joshua 1:7-9 on some ways we can walk through transitions in our lives. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge is...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Matt wraps up our series "FAQ", where we tackle the toughest objections to the Christian faith as well as the most frequently asked questions that college students ask. How were the books of the Bible chosen? How do we know it hasn't been changed? Is the Bible inspired by God? Check out the message to get the answers to these questions! ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating lif...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE David Clark continues our series "FAQ", where we tackle the toughest objections to the Christian faith as well as the most frequently asked questions that college students ask. We often ask the question, "How can I be true to myself?" We desire to be authentic and genuine, true to ourselves; however, we distort this desire for authenticity into sinful, self-focused ways of thinki...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE David Clark continues our series "FAQ", where we tackle the toughest objections to the Christian faith as well as the most frequently asked questions that college students ask. In this message, David lays out what our purpose is according to God and how God's will plays into that purpose for our life. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Dr. Adam Groza from Gateway Seminary continues our series "FAQ", where we tackle the toughest objections to the Christian faith as well as the most frequently asked questions that college students ask. In this message, Adam discusses the topic of religion and the well-being of the world by answering the question, "Is Christianity Bad For The World?" ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that n...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Pastor Tim Hearon from Chico Community Church kicks off our series "FAQ" as we tackle the toughest objections to the Christian faith as well as the most frequently asked questions that college students ask. In this message, we look at one of the most common questions from Christians and non-Christians alike: "How Could A Good God Allow So Much Evil, Pain, And Suffering?" ABOUT CH...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Jesse wraps up our series on the Book of James in Chapter 5 taking a look at 3 patterns of our prayer life. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Cha...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Becoming A Great Student Workshop from Hume Break 2024. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge is a place for you and we’d love to connect m...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Holy Spirit Workshop from Hume Break 2024. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge is a place for you and we’d love to connect more this seme...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Work, Career, & Professional Life Workshop from Hume Break 2024. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge is a place for you and we’d love...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Leadership Workshop from Hume Break 2024. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge is a place for you and we’d love to connect more this semes...

ABOUT THE MESSAGE Mental Health Workshop from Hume Break 2024. ABOUT CHALLENGE We know that navigating life in college can be hard, so here’s the main thing to know: Challenge is a place where you meet your best friends, grow in navigating the challenges of life, and explore what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge is a place for you and we’d love to connect more this se...