At some point, every one of us has been the one that Jesus willingly and lovingly left the 99 to rescue. This should convict us to be ambassadors of Christ, searching for others who have not been saved yet because Jesus has commissioned us to make disciples. Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in Luke 15:1-24 to study the story of the prodigal son and the rad…

Romans 11:33-36 // Gabriel Coyle In Romans 11, Paul paints a vivid picture of God's heart for all of humanity. He addresses Israel's rejection of the Messiah, highlighting the importance of a chosen remnant and the potential for future restoration. The inclusion of Gentiles into God's family through faith is emphasized, underscoring the necessity o…

Finding great friendships and communityAutor: Downtown Community Church

God commands us to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. Generally, many Christians would be able to tell you that we are commanded to do so-- but who is our neighbor? How do we love them in the way that God commands us to? Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in Luke 10:25-37 to examine Jesus’ conversation with a Jewish religious leader about how to love t…

Romans 11:1-32 // Nydiaris Hernandez Santos In Romans 11, Paul paints a vivid picture of God's heart for all of humanity. He addresses Israel's rejection of the Messiah, highlighting the importance of a chosen remnant and the potential for future restoration. The inclusion of Gentiles into God's family through faith is emphasized, underscoring the …

A fundamental of Christianity is that God tells us to love Him with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. But how many of us truly do that? Is our performance conditional to the amount of acceptance we believe we will receive from God? Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in our study of 1 John 4:19, 9-10 to unpack how perfect love casts out all fear and…

Romans 9:30-10:21 // Nydiaris Hernandez Santos Romans 10 reveals the heart of God's plan for salvation. It's a message of radical inclusivity—anyone who believes in Jesus can join God's family, regardless of their heritage or past actions. Paul passionately argues that righteousness comes through faith alone, not by following rules or relying on an…

Finding great friendships and communityAutor: Downtown Community Church

Romans 10:1-13Autor: Christ Community an Evangelical Free Church

Finding great friendships and communityAutor: Downtown Community Church

Explore this message of mercy and belonging from Romans 9. Discover how God forms a diverse, multi-ethnic family through unexpected paths, challenging cultural norms and personal expectations. Uncover the historical context of Jewish and Gentile relations in ancient Rome, and understand how God's faithfulness and justice remain unwavering amidst sh…

Jesus died for YOU, regardless of your status as a Jew or as a Gentile. We are united under the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which is for everyone. However, in the early church, tensions arose when the Gentiles were serving God in a different framework than the Jews were used to. Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in Acts 15:9-16:3 to study the simple Gospel and …

Finding great friendships and communityAutor: Downtown Community Church

2 Kings 22:1-11 // Tom Nelson King Josiah of Judah led a remarkable reign dedicated to restoring faith in Yahweh. This video explores his reforms, the rediscovery of the Torah, and his tragic end. King Josiah's story is one of remarkable devotion and religious revival. As a young king, he takes the throne and spearheads the repair of the Temple. A …

The Bible tells us over and over again that we are saved by grace through faith; it is not our own doing, but the Lord's. So why do we keep feeling like we have to do good things to be loved by God? If the Gospel feels like shackles to you, you may not fully understand it. Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in our study of Acts 15:1-20 to examine the fact th…

Finding great friendships and communityAutor: Downtown Community Church

2 Kings 21:1-18 // Nathan Miller King Manasseh of Judah: From Evil to Redemption? This king did terrible things, but his story has a surprising twist! Discover how a king known for evil found redemption. ➡️ Watch to see God's incredible power to transform lives. King Manasseh of Judah is known for his extreme wickedness. He promoted pagan worship, …

Where in your life do you need to speak the Gospel? Encouragement is vital to our community and spiritual walk but it starts when we, as believers, model it. Join Pastor William Colle in our study of Acts 14:19-26 to study how Paul and Barnabas encouraged the early church, and how we can set the standard of encouragement. Send us a text Support the…

It's the small things that no one sees that result in the big things everyone wants.Autor: Downtown Community Church

2 Kings 25:27-30; Mt. 1:6b-17 // Caleb Jenkins This video explores the story of King Jehoiachin of Judah and how it connects to the coming of Jesus. You'll see how God's faithfulness shines through even in times of judgment, and how the promise of a Davidic king finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus. SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/e…

What are the areas in your life that you need to be unashamed of the Gospel in? How do you respond when people don't respond well to you? Join Pastor Shannon Butler in Acts 14:1-18 and the book of Romans to study Paul and Barnabas and the power of the Gospel. We are always desperately searching for meaning and purpose, but the Gospel will always be…

It's the small things that no one sees that result in the big things everyone wants.Autor: Downtown Community Church

Hezekiah / Christ Community Church - Downtown / Caleb Jenkins Hezekiah: King of Judah defied empires and trusted in God, see how his faith transformed a nation, along with his personal struggles. King Hezekiah reigned for 29 years, marked by both spiritual reform and political defiance. He purged the kingdom of pagan worship, restored the temple in…

When the Gentiles were told about the message of Jesus, they worshiped and rejoiced. To the Jews, the message of Jesus was a threat to their kingdom. Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in Acts 13:13-52 to examine how the greatest threat to our sanctification is that we push Jesus out when we feel that the kingdom we've built with our lives is threatened. Sen…

It's the small things that no one sees that result in the big things everyone wants.Autor: Downtown Community Church

King Joash of Judah starts strong, repairing the Temple with God's guidance, but after his mentor dies, Joash takes a dark turn. This story explores the importance of lasting wisdom and what happens when we stray from the right path. Key Takeaways: Joash's reign highlights the importance of mentorship in developing good character. Staying true to y…

Why do followers of Christ obey God? Why do we practice spiritual disciplines? The Gospel, lived out, is attractive and intriguing enough for onlookers to want to know why those sharing it are different. Join Pastor Shannon Butler in Acts 13:1-13 to examine the never-failing mission of God and our opportunity to carry it out. Send us a text Support…

Elijah was a prophet who faced immense challenges and discouragement. Discover how God provided for him physically and emotionally, even in his darkest moments and during a period of widespread idolatry in Israel. We see Elijah’s strength in challenging the prophets of Baal, but also his vulnerability when he feels alone and exhausted. Through his …

Many followers of Christ have lots of questions about the Holy Spirit, such as how the Holy Spirit speaks or His purpose. At His core, the Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, comforts us, guides us, gives us spiritual gifts and a desire to obey God, and enables us to pray and to understand God's word. Join Dylan Nielander in Acts 13:1-4 to study the Ho…

Faith is all about what we do not seeAutor: Downtown Community Church

Jehu, King of Israel, was a man of action. He took the throne and wiped out the family of the previous evil king, Ahab. He even destroyed the worship of the false god Baal. But was Jehu's heart truly for God? He rid Israel of idolatry but left his own heart unchanged. This video looks at the complex legacy of a king with questionable motives. 2 Kgs…

Last week, we established that we want to partner with God as He moves. But how do we achieve that partnership? Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in Acts 12 to study how partnering with God begins with praying to God. What are you praying for? Are you praying prayers so bold that you may not even believe it when your prayer is answered? We hope that as you …

Faith is all about what we do not seeAutor: Downtown Community Church

Evangelism is the spreading of the Christian gospel by public preaching or personal witness. How did the early church share the good news of Jesus after He left Earth? How should we think about evangelism in our culture today? Join Dylan Nielander as he opens Acts 11:19-30 and teaches on evangelism and encouragement. Send us a text Support the show…

Faith is all about what we do not seeAutor: Downtown Community Church

Rehoboam & Jeroboam: The Kings of Division This video explores the story of Rehoboam and Jeroboam, two kings of Israel whose poor leadership decisions led to the division of the kingdom. Learn valuable lessons about leadership and the consequences of bad choices from this Biblical story. Key Takeaways: Wise leadership is crucial for a nation's stab…

Throughout the Old Testament, Scripture tells a story of one God for one people - God's chosen people, the Jews. So when He encountered a Gentile one day, it wrecked the Jewish theology. Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer as he teaches through Acts 10:1-11:18 and the first encounter of the Holy Spirit to the Gentiles. How can we practice showing God's love t…

Faith is all about what we do not seeAutor: Downtown Community Church

King Asa's 41-year reign in Judah offers a compelling story of leadership and faith. Watch to explore his successes in removing idolatry and leading a prosperous Judah, as well as the challenges he faced when his trust in God wavered. Key Takeaways: Leaders who prioritize faithfulness to God can bring about positive change. Trust and obedience are …

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To begin our new series Church History, its imperative that we know what is church? What did Jesus teach us about how the "church" should operate before He left Earth? Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer as he teaches on Matthew 16:13-18 and the fascinating truth about how Jesus never used the word "church" as a building but an "ekklesia." Send us a text Supp…

Faith is all about what we do not seeAutor: Downtown Community Church

How do we think about grace and truth in terms of ourselves? We need to never forget our need for forgiveness. Join Dylan Nielander in John 1:14-18, the Book of 1 John, and Luke 18:11-14 to study God's faithfulness to forgive and what that means for us in our walks with the Lord. Send us a text Support the show…

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Eternal life in Christ Jesus is the free gift of God. Period. And yet, so often we try to earn our salvation, as if it's at all possible for us to do that on our own. But with God, all things are possible. What is God prompting you to let go of? What does He want you to release control of? Join Pastor Shannon Butler in our study of Mark 10:17-28 to…

Faith is all about what we do not seeAutor: Downtown Community Church

Romans 8:28-30 // Gabriel Coyle We’ve been in this series Romans: For Life, where we’ve learned from the Apostle Paul, Rabbi Paul, that we aren’t just saved from eternal evil but we are saved for something else: we are saved for eternal glory and for God’s good Spirit-filled work in our lives. Paul’s confidence is rooted in who he understands God t…

2024 Mother's DayAutor: Downtown Community Church

How do we serve our enemies? How do we serve those in sin without affirming their sin? In every context and situation, our thoughts should not be about ourselves but about how we can serve those in our vicinity. Join Pastor Ben Kaempfer in Mark 10:32-45 to study the servant-hearted Spirit that is in Jesus and is now in us, enabling us to lead well.…

Why we serve and GOAutor: Downtown Community Church