Compassion Christian Church

Have you ever longed to be part of something bigger than yourself? In a powerful message, Pastor Marcus reveals how Samuel's raising of the Ebenezer stone mirrors our own journey of acknowledging God's mighty works. Through touching stories of transformation—from Kara finding her spiritual home to young Sadie's bold faith leading to baptism—we see how simple obedience to God's whispers can spark e...

During last week's message, Pastor Marcus explored the mystery of the incarnation through "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing." For the final week of our Christmas series, we consider the longed-for peace that goes deeper than just a temporary cease-fire. In the midst of Christmas chaos, Pastor Marcus shares a powerful story from World War I, where enemies laid down their weapons to sing "Silent Night"...

Last week, Pastor Marcus encouraged us to both ponder (think intellectually) and treasure (engage emotionally) the coming of Christ. In this weeks message, Pastor Marcus unpacks the mystery of the incarnation through Charles Wesley's beloved hymn "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing." Drawing from John 1, he reveals how Jesus—the living Word—stepped into our story not just to save us, but to make himself...

Last week, our Pastor Emeritus Cam Huxford shared with us the importance of discovering true joy, unpacking Joy to the World. This week, continuing in our Christmas series, Pastor Marcus examines how being on autopilot can numb us to the wonder of Christmas. Through the story of O Holy Night's unlikely composer—a skeptical French poet named Placide Cappeau—and the humble shepherds who first heard...

Pastor Jordan shared last week how, in spite of feeling far from God or feeling as though God is silent, we can still praise him and have joy in the waiting! Pastor Cam shares a powerful story of his early ministry days when a Christmas crisis turned into an unexpected blessing through the generous love of church family. Drawing from Psalm 98 and the beloved hymn "Joy to the World," he reveals how...

Last week, Pastor Marcus provided some insights into how God has been moving in our church in the past few years. This week, we begin our Christmas with Compassion series, uncovering the significance of popular carols. In a powerful exploration of "O Come O Come Emmanuel," Pastor Jordan unpacks the 700-year gap between Isaiah's prophecy and Jesus' birth, revealing how God's timing transforms our w...

Have you ever wondered what makes something simple sacred? In Luke 22, Jesus transforms the ancient Passover into something revolutionary—the Lord's Supper. Pastor Ken unveils how this sacred meal connects us to both God's saving grace and each other across time and cultures. Similar to how worshipping through song connects people together like Pastor Marcus looked at last week, Communion also con...

Have you ever wondered what true rest for your soul looks like? Pastor Marcus unpacks how worship—far more than just singing—is our pathway to experiencing God's presence and peace. Through Psalm 95's wisdom, he reveals how authentic worship, both exuberant and reverent, serves as the antidote to pride and opens the door to genuine rest in Jesus. Drawing from his own transformation from reluctant...

Pastor John-Mark kicks off our Faith Promise season sharing a humbling story of being trapped in mud with his trusted 4x4, illustrating that "hope by itself is not a good plan." Through the biblical account of four determined friends who lowered a paralyzed man through a roof to reach Jesus, he reveals how our faith in action—not just wishful thinking—can transform lives here and around the world....

Have you ever wondered what makes a church truly come alive? Pastor Marcus shares how a middle school visitor became a pastor through the faithful service of volunteers—the same ones now mentoring his own children. Drawing from Acts 2, he challenges our cultural obsession with climbing up by showing how Jesus calls us to serve down. Through compelling research and the touching story of Tronda and...

This week in our Devote series, Pastor Marcus unpacks a profound truth from Jesus' teaching: our hearts inevitably follow our treasure. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, he illuminates how the ancient practice of tithing isn't about money—it's about positioning God first in our lives. Drawing on Abraham's example and God's promises in Malachi, Pastor Marcus demonstrates how giving the...

What does true devotion look like in today's world? Pastor Ken challenges us to examine where our hearts—and our resources—truly lie. Through powerful insights from Proverbs and real-world examples, he reveals how our approach to money mirrors our spiritual commitment. When we understand we are stewards, not owners, of all God has given us, it transforms how we serve, give, and live. Pastor Ken of...

This week, we take a pause in our Devoted series to reflect on the events of the last several weeks. In a season that seems beset by division and darkness, Pastor Marcus encourages us not to grow weary or defeated but to look to our true source of hope. The natural response when faced with suffering and evil is to succumb to a deep spiritual sickness, one that leads us to isolation and quarreling....

As we continued in our Devoted series, this week we had the opportunity to hear from some of our amazing Serve Team members about their experiences being a part of a Compassion team. Serving is a powerful part of our relationship with Jesus. When we serve, we learn and grow spiritually in our walk with the Lord. Serving allows us to experience the joy and the blessing of community with other belie...

What does true Christian community look like in today's disconnected world? Pastor Marcus challenges the common "just me and Jesus" mindset with compelling research showing that believers in community are twice as likely to experience deep joy and daily impact in their faith walk. Through powerful examples—from ancient Proverbs to modern social experiments—he reveals how Christian fellowship offer...

Have you ever felt like you're fighting life's battles alone? In this powerful message, Pastor Marcus unpacks how the early church's devotion to community wasn't just a nice-to-have—it was mission-critical. Through the lens of ancient Philippi's proud military heritage, he reveals how Paul challenged believers to live worthy of their heavenly citizenship by standing firm together, just as Roman so...

Have you ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or hungry for more? In this powerful message, Pastor Harrison unveils the profound depths of Psalm 23, revealing how prayer isn't just a religious duty—it's an intimate communion with our Shepherd-King. Through vivid imagery of green pastures and prepared tables, he shares three transformative approaches to prayer that turn everyday moments into sacred encount...

Have you ever felt completely lost, weighted down by sin and unworthiness? In Pastor Marcus’ latest message in the "Devoted" series, he invites us into a profound journey of understanding what it means to truly follow Jesus. Drawing from Luke 15, Marcus emphasizes that just as a shepherd seeks his lost sheep with relentless love, so too does Jesus pursue each of us, regardless of our past. This we...

n the final installment of the "Ghosted" series, Pastor Jordan dives deeply into the poignant book of Habakkuk, exploring the tension between God's power and our pain. He illuminates the heartfelt struggles of Habakkuk, a prophet grappling with despair in the face of impending doom, and challenges us to confront our own expectations of faith during difficult times. By sharing personal stories and...

Pastor Marcus invites us into the profound journey of remembrance through the lens of Habakkuk's struggles in the face of injustice and suffering. Drawing from Habakkuk's bold conversations with God, he highlights how this text speaks directly to our hearts, revealing the art of remembering as a pathway to finding peace and joy even in difficult seasons. By challenging us to pause and reflect on G...

In his sermon, Marcus explores the theme of waiting on God as exemplified by the prophet Habakkuk, who questioned God during times of injustice and silence. He emphasizes that waiting is an active process involving seeking perspective, standing firm in faith, listening for God's voice, and maintaining patient expectation. Marcus reminds the congregation that God's timing is perfect—which comes fro...