Community Fellowship Church

Sermons, interviews and conversations from Community Fellowship Church in Lancaster, PA.

December 22nd, 2024 - Advent Love 12/23/2024

December 22nd, 2024 - Advent Love The Christmas season is a great time to give and receive love. In reality, if we are honest, it can be a bit tense at times. This season can highlight the lack of love around us. The fact that we lack the deep love others are looking for, and others don’t seem to fill our tank as we wish they would. (Did you get all the gifts yet?). The solution is for us to look more closely at the love of our Father, to “see” it, and to let it transform us from the inside out. Join us this weekend to explore. Consider inviting a friend. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/34580890

December 15th, 2024 - Advent Joy 12/16/2024

December 15th, 2024 - Advent Joy You've likely experienced or are currently experiencing some deep sorrow or suffering in this life. If God is all good and all-powerful, why do we have to experience sorrow and suffering? Join us as we discuss God's response to the sorrow we experience and His plan for our Joy. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/34469415

December 8th, 2024 - Advent Peace 12/09/2024

December 8th, 2024 - Advent Peace According to the American Psychological Association, “Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure.” Notice that it begins with thoughts and feelings and can ultimately lead to physical problems. In our study, Judah was at an all-time high in terms of anxiety. The brutal empire of Assyria was at the gates, threatening to torture and destroy them. Isaiah 9:4-5 speaks of God breaking the “rod of the oppressor.” The implications of this statement are far-reaching, especially in light of what comes next in Isaiah 9:6: “…and His name shall be called…Prince of Peace…” Join us as we unpack the implications of Jesus being our Prince of Peace. What should we expect? How does He address the anxiety we feel? And what can be done? /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/34347010

December 1st, 2024 - Advent Hope 12/02/2024

December 1st, 2024 - Advent Hope We are not in control. It’s a raw feeling, and it leads to fear and despair. The alternative for us, is to trust that this child that is ‘given’ is our “mighty God.” He sees us, and He cares about us! That takes everything that is ‘raw’, and gives us hope. Join us for the start of Advent, from despair to hope! /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/34234855

November 24th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 11/24/2024

November 24th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 Do you have a plan for your life? As Christians, we often seek to be led by the Spirit, but how does that affect the plans we make? Is it wise to make plans, or should we simply wait for guidance? This weekend, we’ll dive into 1 Corinthians 16 and explore how Paul approached his plans in light of God’s will. Join us as we discuss how to live with intention while being open to the leading of the Spirit. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/34125206

November 17th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 11/18/2024

November 17th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 Tom Brady was interviewed on CBS in 2016. He said, “Why do I have three Super Bowl rings and still think there is something greater out there for me? Maybe a lot of people out there would say, ‘Hey man, this is what it is!’. I’ve reached my goal, I’ve reached my dream. Me, I think, ‘God, there’s gotta be more than this.’” It’s ironic that he uses the word “God”, in his cry for purpose. This weekend join us to discover the excitement and the implications of receiving our new resurrection bodies. What will our actual future life be like? How does that inspire us today? /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33975107

November 10th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 15:1-34 11/11/2024

November 10th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 15:1-34 Jesus is alive!! He is not just a ghost. He literally, physically rose from the dead. There is undeniable evidence of the fact, and it has major implications. It means that He is with you today, and able to break into our physical world and impact us now. It means that you will not perish, but be transformed into a new physical body of which Jesus is the ‘firstfruits’, and it means that Jesus is above all powers and religions and people groups. Join us this weekend to explore the evidence and implications of the resurrection of Christ. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33880752

November 3th, 2024 - Matthew 6:24 11/04/2024

November 3th, 2024 - Matthew 6:24 What if I told you there was carbon monoxide filling your house? Poison in the very air you breathe? You can't detect it because it's become your norm. This is how it is with money and greed in our culture. It's the air we breathe, and many of us are unaware of the danger lurking within. Join us this weekend as we explore the warnings surrounding money and discover how to navigate these challenges together. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33775442

October 27th, 2024 - 2 Corinthians 8-9 10/28/2024

October 27th, 2024 - 2 Corinthians 8-9 This weekend we are excited to tackle what it means to be a “River Church”, and not a “Dead Sea” church. As in Corinth, God has called us towards radical generosity. “He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness.” 2 Cor. 9:10 God wants us to become increasingly more open-handed as He transforms us from being an end unto ourselves, to being a channel of God’s blessing. Join us this weekend to explore counter-cultural truths about giving. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33645487

October 20th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 14:1-40 10/22/2024

October 20th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 14:1-40 When we become believers, we have both natures within us—our natural self and God’s spirit. We easily switch back and forth between the two. The church at Corinth was allowing their natural self to infiltrate their church gatherings and it was causing hurt. Join us this weekend to understand how we can build each other up in church and thereby represent Christ well. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33568432

October 13th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 10/14/2024

October 13th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Have you ever been hurt by the community around you? Have you felt offended or wounded by the people in church or in your household? How do we deal with the friction and pain that is caused by a good community? Join us this weekend as we discuss what 1 Corinthians 13 describes as a "more excellent way" to help keep us unified. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33448647

October 6th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 10/07/2024

October 6th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 What a great opportunity we have as a church to be unified and buy into being part of the “Body life” at CFC. It’s a huge blessing. It’s hard; it will transform you! Unlike our divided and splintered culture, we have Jesus as our common confession, we are empowered by God, and have manifestations of His Spirit working through us. When working together, amazing things happen. What are your spiritual gifts, and how might God be using you to build up the body? /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33359092

September 29th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 11:2-34 09/30/2024

September 29th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 11:2-34 Gender roles in our culture can make people cringe, largely due to the many abuses of power and lack of understanding of the gospel. What does the Bible say about this, and how can we live in such a way that we are honoring of one another? /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33261532

September 22nd, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 10:14-30 09/23/2024

September 22nd, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 10:14-30 Doesn't it feel like some practices that we read in the bible are way out of date and context? Idolatry? "I'm not making little statues, no big deal." This weekend we are going to explore how idolatry is far more than that and learn together what to do about it. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33169327

September 15th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13 09/16/2024

September 15th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13 What would you say to someone who says that you are only a Christian because of your parents or your background? Can you be born into Christianity? Join us this weekend as we look at the idea that your faithfulness is a choice. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/33072262

September 8th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 9:1-23 09/09/2024

September 8th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 9:1-23 Do you get fired up about being part of something bigger than yourself? Does the idea of being used by God to do something great sound inspiring? Join us this weekend as we look at the ministry of Paul and see what the scripture has to say about how we can be a part of more kingdom work. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32976967

September 1st, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 8 09/03/2024

September 1st, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 8 Is it ok to smoke marijuana, watch R-rated movies, drink alcohol, wear skin-tight clothing, have a tattoo, and have unfiltered access to the internet (all at once-Ha!)? What does the Bible say about these things? The truth is that some of these things are not as ‘black and white’ as we might think. We see right and wrong through various lenses. How should we decide what to do in the ‘gray’ areas of life? Join us this weekend to explore. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32885962

August 25th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 7:17-40 08/26/2024

August 25th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 7:17-40 At Corinth they struggled with discontent, always looking to improve their status in some way. Paul encourages them to “remain” in the condition they are in. Join us this weekend to explore the dynamics of discontent and how to have an undivided heart towards Jesus. Also, to all 565 of our volunteers, we want to say thank you! /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32749192

August 18th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 7:1-17 08/19/2024

August 18th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 7:1-17 Are you satisfied with your relationship status? Do you feel that life would be more fulfilling if you just had a partner or if your partner were different? Join us this weekend as we turn to 1 Corinthians 7 to see what God has to say about how your relationship status can be fulfilling. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32643682

August 11th, 2024 - Prayer 08/12/2024

August 11th, 2024 - Prayer We are excited about seven people who will be baptized this weekend. Come to hear their story and consider inviting a friend. After that we are planning a message about prayer. As we prepare ourselves for this next season of going to a second site and being a light in an increasingly more turbulent world, we want to be sure that we are a praying church and a praying people. Join us this weekend as we encourage each other around the topic of prayer. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32548087

August 4th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 6 08/05/2024

August 4th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 6 Like today, Greek culture said that the body does not affect the soul, that food and sex are just natural appetites, and if you are hungry, you eat, and if you feel sexual, have sex. The Bible, on the other hand, tells us that culture is deceiving us, driving us to follow our passions, and the results are devastating on our lives and our communities. We find a lot of brokenness around us because of people who just follow the lusts of their flesh. So, what is the answer? Do we deny that we have these lusts? Join us this weekend as we look at God’s design on how to handle our desires. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32446352

July 28th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 07/29/2024

July 28th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 What role do the people around you play in shaping who you become? What if it was true that you are being shaped and molded right now by your community? Is this a good thing or a bad thing? /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32337047

June 21st, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 4:8-21 07/22/2024

June 21st, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 4:8-21 We can get comfortable, like the Corinthians in their super-city (settle in, don’t make waves, ride the cultural trends and bide our time). Paul, as a spiritual father gets a little sarcastic to reveal their hidden attitudes. He challenges them to dare to be different. He shows by example what it means to be a disciple-maker instead of deadweight. Join us this weekend to be challenged as a follower of Jesus. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32247302

July 14th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 07/15/2024

July 14th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 What is the mark of a heart radically changed by Jesus? “I help people”, “I share all kinds of advice,…”? Is it found in virtuous behavior? I don’t think so. You can do all the right things filled with fear or pride or the desire to be noticed, or to feel good about yourself. So, what does it mean to have hearts that are changed at the root by the grace of God? How would you see that or recognize it? I believe the answer is found in our text this week. Hint: Gospel Humility Join us this weekend to find out more. Pastor Bobby /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32148592

July 7th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 3:16-23 07/08/2024

July 7th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 3:16-23 The church, collectively is the temple of God, God’s dwelling place. Wow! We are it! God has chosen us as a “household” (Eph. 2:21) to be “joined together to rise and become a holy temple”. What is your attitude towards church? How can the church ‘defile’ itself, or become overinflated, or undervalue what it means that we are all in Christ? Join us to process what it means to live like we are God’s temple. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/32055337

June 30, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 3:10-15 07/02/2024

June 30, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 3:10-15 Are you doing work that is going to last? Will there be an impact in 20 years from the things you are doing today? People have a deep desire to feel like their work matters and has a lasting impact. Watch the message for a dive into 1 Corinthians 3:10-15 and the idea of Doing Work That Lasts. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/31979932

June 23, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 06/24/2024

June 23, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Have you ever changed a diaper? Have you ever changed the diaper of a 5-year-old? What’s the difference? Well, the kid should be further along than the infant. (So, I get a little resentful). In our passage this weekend, Paul brings up the issue of ‘carnal’ Christianity. It’s the idea that people can profess to be Christian, but not really be growing in their faith. Join us this weekend to get a better understanding of immature and mature Christianity, and how to cultivate spiritual maturity in our lives. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/31870902

June 16th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 2:10-16 06/17/2024

June 16th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 2:10-16 Today we further discuss the mysteries of discerning spiritual things - a gift only given by God to those who believe! It's fascinating to know that we have the mind of Christ. But why doesn't it feel that way to us all the time? /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/31781017

June 9th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 2:1-10 06/10/2024

June 9th, 2024 - 1 Corinthians 2:1-10 Why do you believe what you believe? Is it because it feels right to you? Maybe it's because of perfect reason? Follow along as Pastor Nathan explains why Paul only preached Christ crucified to the church in Corinth, so as to rely only on the power of God and not human ability. /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/31688292

Behold The King of Glory | Advent Week 3: Joy 12/13/2021

Behold The King of Glory | Advent Week 3: Joy December 11 & 12, 2021 Executive Pastor, Jason Craig /episode/index/show/communityfellowship/id/21466325

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