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Tune in to Church Unplugged, the podcast of Christ Community Chapel, for a candid exploration of how our Christian faith and everyday lives interact. Each episode includes pastors and staff discussing common questions or issues related to our faith that may not normally be covered in weekend service. New episodes are released on the first and third Monday of every month, don't miss out on a new way to learn and grow in your faith! Christ Community Chapel is a non-denominational church in Nor ...
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How Zacchaeus Reimagined Happiness | Pastor Mike Holwerda
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In this stand alone message, Mike looks at the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:1-10. He will invite us to reimagine happiness and discover the surprising truth of where we can and cannot find it.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy Are Those Living for the Happiness of Others | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe taught us the importance of living for the happiness of others rather than just ourselves. As a church who has found happiness in God, we are called to be the light, leading the world to find their happiness in God too.By Christ Community Chapel
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we discussed the possible unintended consequences of AI and how Christians should interact with artificial intelligence as it continues to develop. Tune in to hear why the fast-paced world of technology might be eliminating the boundaries people truly need.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy Are Those Who Are Persecuted | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach showed us the surprising happiness that comes from being persecuted and reviled for the sake of Jesus and standing for the gospel. For no matter what we lose in living for Jesus now, we will receive back that much more in eternity, and will find ourselves free from the need of other's approval, and full of God's approva…
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Easter | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe aims to awaken our hearts to the illegitimate competing voices against God. These voices constantly challenge the goodness of God and critique his authority, leading us to be suspicious of God and step out of his goodness. We are urged to remember his sovereignty in a time full of uncertainty.…
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How do we actually hear the voice of God, and how do we know it's really his voice? In today's episode of Church Unplugged, we discuss how to not only be intentional in listening to God's voice but to trust the wisdom and discernment he has given you through your faith.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy are the Peacemakers | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach explained the importance of peace with God. He then described the unique characteristics of a peacemaker, someone who assumes the responsibility and joy in sharing the good news of Jesus with the world. We are called to be peacemakers.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy are the Pure in Heart | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Zach illustrated how Jesus made our hearts pure and cleansed us of our impurities before God. Jesus guarantees your salvation, that one day you may see the glorious face of God. Happiness is found in the removal of sin with the cleansing grace of Jesus.By Christ Community Chapel
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we have a chance to sit down and talk about what God has been doing in our church since the recent Men's Summit event. The event introduced men to the possibility of leadership not only in their careers but in their faith and, as a result, within their families.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy are the Merciful | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach introduced the congregation to a better way of mercy, which starts with an honest assessment of our own humanity and sinfulness. It leads us to happiness by offering grace and mercy to others and to ourselves, and avoiding a life full of bitterness and resentment to others.…
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Happy Are Those Who Hunger & Thirst for Righteousness | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Joe defined the pursuit of righteousness, which is actively seeking the leadership and grace of God to become the people God calls us to be and can make us to be. Continue watching to hear why God will not disappoint you, and you will be satisfied by his changing grace.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy are the Meek | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Zach spoke on the characteristic of meekness. To be meek in spirit is to be quiet but confident in the faithful reign of God. It leads to our happiness because we are not in need of great highs and are not defeated by similar lows.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy Are Those Who Mourn | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe drew attention to the emptiness and brokenness of this world and our need to mourn it. However, as we mourn, we are encouraged to find happiness and comfort in our pursuit of Jesus.By Christ Community Chapel
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Happy Are the Poor in Spirit | The Theology of Happiness | Pastor Jimmy Kozy
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In his message, Pastor Jimmy started off the new series, Happiness According to Jesus, by reminding us that Jesus wants us to be happy. Not only does Jesus want us to be happy, but he knows the best way for us to experience eternal joy. If we fully submit to him, he will show us the way to everlasting happiness.…
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Should Christians integrate into the current culture?
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How do we, as Christians, navigate the current culture? On this episode of Church Unplugged, we'll dive into this intimidating question and ask ourselves how much we should engage in the current culture and what it means to be a Christian in today's society.By Christ Community Chapel
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We Need Each Other to Listen to God | Pastor Jim Colledge
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In this message, Pastor Jim speaks on our path to moving closer to Jesus and who he designed us to be as he walks us through Colossians 3:12-17. Pastor Jim will break down who you are becoming, how you are becoming, and what you are to do with who you have become- an evolution we experience as we become residents of the Kingdom of God.…
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The Way Back to God | A Year of Listening | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In his message, Pastor Zach reassures our hearts of the Lord's grace to us, that even when we doubt or reject his authority, God will always provide a path back to Jesus for us to receive his endless grace.By Christ Community Chapel
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The Competing Voices | A Year of Listening | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe aims to awaken our hearts to the illegitimate competing voices against God. These voices constantly challenge the goodness of God and critique his authority, leading us to be suspicious of God and step out of his goodness. We are urged to remember his sovereignty in a time full of uncertainty.…
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In the recent months following the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks that took place in Israel, there's been a rise in our culture's conversation on antisemitism. This episode of Church Unplugged will dive into how we, as Christians, should respond to the global issue of antisemitism.By Christ Community Chapel
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The Authority of God | A Year of Listening | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach focused on the authority of God, for his authority comes from his goodness, and it leads us and invites us to experience it ourselves. The message brought us back to Genesis and his authority of creation.By Christ Community Chapel
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The Goodness of God | A Year of Listening | Pastor Joe Coffey
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Pastor Joe welcomed the New Year with a reading from Genesis. He invites you to reflect on the goodness of God through the story of Adam and Eve when the Lord made everything new again so they could flourish in the Garden of Eden.By Christ Community Chapel
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How does our understanding of God impact our everyday life?
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we'll delve into the significance of our understanding of God's relationship with us. Often, there is a disconnect between our professed beliefs about God and our practical beliefs. Join us as we discuss how to bridge this gap and what it means for all of us.By Christ Community Chapel
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Preparing for a Year of Listening | Pastor Mark Lile
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In this message, Pastor Mark preached on preparing for a year of listening. He walked us through Matthew 6:16-18 the temptation of Jesus, to show how finely tuned Jesus was to hearing from God and obediently doing his will. What Jesus has for us is often blurred by what we think we need. The reading from Matthew will help us navigate his divine dir…
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The Virgin Birth | Advent | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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The Incarnation of God | Advent | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe highlights the hopeful waiting of Simeon, as the Lord delivered to him just as he will deliver his son in the second coming. The message encouraged us to have patience because God always fulfills his promises.By Christ Community Chapel
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The Faithfulness of God | Advent | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach tells a story of God’s people waiting in exile, but they hold to their faithfulness as God eventually delivers them from a pagan king. The story reminds us that although we sometimes wait in suffering, God is still faithful to his chosen.By Christ Community Chapel
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Why shouldn't Christians live together before marriage?
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're answering the question of why Christian couples should not live together before marriage. Join us for an honest discussion of what it means to follow Jesus in every area of our lives, including our romantic relationships.By Christ Community Chapel
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The Knowability of God | Advent | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe reminded us of God’s faithfulness and providence as he always fulfills the promises set forth for his children. A reading from Exodus 2:23-25 emphasized God’s mighty salvation when he rescued his people from 400 years of slavery through a deliver in Moses.By Christ Community Chapel
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Galatians 6:11-18 | Galatians | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach emphasized that in order for a Church to thrive, everyone in the Church body must do their part. No matter how "good" of a Church we are, we can always be better.By Christ Community Chapel
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When should the church speak publicly on political and cultural events?
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we are discussing how CCC approaches making public responses to various political and cultural events. How do we process through what we should respond publicly to, and what manner of response is most appropriate? We're answering that question and more on today's episode.…
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Galatians 6:1-10 | Galatians | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe shows us that through the presence of the Holy Spirit, we are blessed with a gospel-given connectedness to one another. Through the power of the gospel, we can administer gospel-rooted care for one another in times of need.By Christ Community Chapel
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Galatians 5:16-26 | Galatians | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach reorientated our perspective on true gospel changes as an inside-out transformation rather than an outside-in. The sermon emphasizes the overarching point of the series that Christianity is not a works-based religion; instead, it is a gospel-centered relationship between you and the Lord.…
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we are discussing the recent passage of Issues 1 and 2 in the state of Ohio. In some ways, Christians in Ohio awake to a new moral landscape with the cementing of abortion rights and the legalization of marijuana use in our state. Join us as we discuss how Christians should process these events and what comes ne…
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Galatians 5:1-15 | Galatians | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In this message, Pastor Joe discusses the concept of freedom in Christianity, emphasizing that true freedom is not about limitless actions but a life guided by love and faith. He also mentions the importance of trust in God and the grace of the gospel to attain true freedom. The message highlights that living free means responding to love with joy.…
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Galatians 4:1-20 | Galatians | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this message, Pastor Zach invites us to embrace the status-changing reality of the gospel. Those who believe in Jesus are adopted children of God who are secure in his love and never need to prove ourselves to him.By Christ Community Chapel
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we are discussing Ohio Issue 1. This issue will have wide-ranging implications regarding the availability and protections for abortion in Ohio. Join us as we discuss the content of the issue and the intersection of morality, theology, and politics.By Christ Community Chapel
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God, the Church, and the Powerless | Pastor Mike Holwerda
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Galatians 3:15-29 and 4:21-31 | Galatians | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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This message replaces any wrong reading of the Bible with the proper reading of the Bible in which salvation is through faith in God and his promises and not through our own doing of the law.By Christ Community Chapel
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we discuss how sermons are prepared here at CCC. If you've ever wondered how we think about the whole year and decide which topics from the Bible, this episode is for you.By Christ Community Chapel
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Galatians 3:1-14 | Galatians | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In looking at Galatians 3:1-14, Pastor Joe Coffey pinpoints the universal tendency to drift from the gospel-given faith-alone approach to God to a self-relying works-based approach to God.By Christ Community Chapel
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Galatians 2:15-21 | Galatians | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In looking at Galatians 2:15-21, Pastor Zach Weihrauch leads us to the core of Christianity: The one true gospel requires simple faith in the person and work of Jesus – without adding anything to it.By Christ Community Chapel
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Generosity vs. Stewardship: Which is correct?
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When considering your giving, sometimes it can be challenging as a Christian to balance generosity and stewardship. Should you give all your money away out of generosity or save it? Let's talk about it in this episode of Church Unplugged.By Christ Community Chapel
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Galatians 1:10-2:14 | Galatians | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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This message shows us the power of the gospel that transforms us from living for the approval of others to living for the approval of Jesus, the one who saved us.By Christ Community Chapel
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Galatians 1:1-10 | Galatians | Pastor Joe Coffey
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As Pastor Joe kicks off our 10-week series on Galatians, he stresses the vital role of the gospel in Christianity. Paul’s letter to the Galatians reminds us that the gospel comes from Jesus and offers rescue through grace. However, this is distorted when we believe we earned it. Our goal for these upcoming weeks is to recenter ourselves in the gosp…
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You may have heard the word "community" used often in church settings. What is community, and why does it matter? We're answering these questions on this episode of Church Unplugged.By Christ Community Chapel
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A Message for Everyone, Everywhere | Pastor Joe Coffey
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In looking at Matthew 28:18-20, Pastor Joe Coffey reminds us of Jesus' command to tell everyone, everywhere, about the good news of Jesus Christ.By Christ Community Chapel
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Kids & Students Weekend | Pastor Ken Prabucki
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Idols are just as prevalent now as they were in the times of the Bible. In this stand-alone message, Pastor Ken Prabucki reminds us of our responsibility to the next generation and how CCC seeks to point kids and students to Jesus!By Christ Community Chapel
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What Role Does Gratitude Play in Our Lives?
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In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're discussing gratitude. What role does it play in our lives as Christians, and how do we practice it?By Christ Community Chapel
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God and Eternal Life | Eternal Hope | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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In this last message of our Eternal Hope series, Pastor Zach reminds us of God’s perfect plan for the future.By Christ Community Chapel
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God and Glory | Eternal Hope | Pastor Zach Weihrauch
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Sometimes life can be confusing and dark, but this message reminds us to fix our eyes on eternity. Because of Jesus, it won't always be this way.By Christ Community Chapel
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