In this sermon titled "Overcoming Your Obstacles," Pastor Curt Taylor of Cherry Hills Community Church draws wisdom from the story of Elijah and Jezebel. He highlights Elijah's struggle with fear, doubt, and discouragement despite his remarkable faith and victories, showing how even the strongest can face obstacles. Pastor Curt unpacks how God's presence, provision, and purpose gave Elijah the strength to rise above his challenges, offering practical steps for us to do the same. This message is ...
Jan 27, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In his message, "Time Well Spent," Gary Thomas spoke at Cherry Hills Community Church about how the relentless pursuit of worldly desires—what he called "exploding wants"—leads to low life satisfaction and spiritual emptiness. He highlighted the dangers of chasing material gain or societal success, urging the congregation to seek fulfillment in a deeper relationship with God instead. By embracing gratitude, stewardship, and faith, Pastor Gary explained, we can counteract dissatisfaction and real...
Jan 21, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Pastor Curt Taylor of Cherry Hills Community Church delivered a thoughtful message encouraging believers to step away from the relentless pace of hustle culture. He emphasized the spiritual importance of slowing down, creating intentional moments of rest, and tuning into God's voice amidst the noise of modern life. By prioritizing rest and reflection, Pastor Curt reminded the congregation that true fulfillment comes not from overworking but from aligning with God's purpose and presence. His mess...
Jan 13, 2025•32 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In his message titled "Discern the Right Fight", part of the "Made for Less" series, Pastor Gary Thomas explores the importance of choosing our battles wisely in a world filled with distractions and conflict. He encourages believers to focus their energy on God-honoring pursuits rather than being consumed by unnecessary arguments or fleeting frustrations. Through biblical wisdom, he highlights how discernment and humility can guide us to stand firm in the fights that truly matter—those that alig...
Jan 06, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In his New Year message, Pastor Brunson Stewart at Cherry Hills Community Church passionately encouraged the congregation to embrace the new beginning as an opportunity to deepen their relationship with God. He challenged everyone to prioritize spiritual growth by dedicating time to prayer, Scripture, and intentional reflection on their faith journey. Highlighting the importance of setting God-centered goals, Pastor Bronson reminded the audience that true transformation begins with a heart surre...
Dec 30, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 52
Pastor Curt Taylor delivered a joyous Christmas Eve message at Cherry Hills Community Church, focusing on the profound hope found in the birth of Jesus. He shared how the arrival of Christ fulfilled God's promise to bring light into a dark world, offering salvation to all who believe. Through the lens of the nativity story, Pastor Curt emphasized the humility of Jesus’ entrance into the world and the invitation it extends to embrace God’s love. The message closed with a call to respond to this g...
Dec 25, 2024•26 min•Season 3Ep. 51
Pastor Curt Taylor brings the Christmas story to life with a fresh perspective on the angelic song at Jesus’ birth! He dives into the profound meaning of 'Glory to God in the highest,' showing how this heavenly chorus wasn’t just a song—it was a declaration of joy, hope, and peace for all humanity. With humor and heart, he connects the ancient celebration to the wonder we can still experience today. Get ready to be inspired and reminded of why this song still resonates so powerfully every Christ...
Dec 23, 2024•21 min•Season 3Ep. 50
In this message, Pastor Curt Taylor explores the powerful story of Zechariah, the husband of Elizabeth, as recorded in Luke 1. Through Zechariah’s encounter with the angel Gabriel and his initial doubt about God’s promise of a son, Pastor Curt unpacks the themes of faith, patience, and God's redemptive grace. He highlights how Zechariah’s journey from doubt to faith mirrors our own struggles to trust in God’s timing and plans. The message emphasizes that even in moments of silence and uncertaint...
Dec 16, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 49
In Pastor Curt Taylor's message at Cherry Hills Community Church on the "Five Songs of Christmas," he explored the significance of Mary's song, the Magnificat, emphasizing the power of music to shape our hearts and connect us with timeless truths. He reflected on how universally known Christmas carols bring joy and meaning during the season, reminding us of the enduring hope they carry. Contrasting the story of Mary and Elizabeth, Pastor Curt highlighted the humility and faith of Mary, a young g...
Dec 10, 2024•31 min•Season 3Ep. 48
In this message titled "Good News, Not Good Advice" at Cherry Hills Community Church, Megan Fate Marshman passionately unpacked the transformative message of the Gospel found in the book of Romans. She emphasized that the Christian faith is rooted in the liberating truth of the good news of salvation, not a set of burdensome rules or self-help advice. Drawing from the Apostle Paul’s profound declaration of God’s grace, she illuminated how Jesus’ finished work on the cross secures our justificati...
Dec 02, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 47
In his powerful message at Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Bronson Stewart delves into the profound and transformative act of forgiveness, especially during seasons of struggle and hardship. Drawing from Scripture and relatable life experiences, he encourages us to embrace forgiveness not as a sign of weakness but as a declaration of trust in God's sovereignty and grace. Pastor Bronson reminds us that forgiveness is often the key to releasing the weight of bitterness and finding peace, eve...
Nov 25, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 46
In this insightful message, Pastor Gary Thomas at Cherry Hills Community Church explores the Traits of Toxic People, helping us identify and understand the challenging individuals who may carry spiritually and emotionally harmful characteristics. With biblical wisdom, he encourages us to set healthy boundaries, discern the impact of such relationships, and lean on God for strength to cultivate life-giving connections.
Nov 18, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 45
In his sermon "It's Not Me, It's You" at Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Gary Thomas tackled the delicate issue of toxic relationships with humor and biblical wisdom. He reminded us that while Jesus calls us to love others, He doesn’t ask us to put up with harmful behaviors that drain our joy and peace. Drawing from scriptures, Pastor Gary shared practical steps to set healthy boundaries, seek God’s guidance, and find the strength to walk away when necessary. He highlighted how God's Word ...
Nov 11, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 44
In his thoughtful sermon, Pastor Gary Thomas at Cherry Hills Community Church explores the idea that "God doesn’t need the US; the US needs God." With warmth and clarity, he emphasizes that God's work and purpose extend far beyond any single nation. Yet, the true well-being of any country—including the United States—ultimately rests on seeking God’s guidance. Pastor Gary points out that the church’s role isn’t political but deeply rooted in encouraging the nation to pursue righteousness, remindi...
Nov 04, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 43
In Pastor Curt Taylor's message, "Why Sacrifice Matters," he explores the transformative power of sacrifice in deepening our faith and expanding our capacity to love and serve others. As part of Commitment Weekend for the Greater Things Building Campaign, Pastor Curt encourages the congregation to reflect on the meaningful impact of giving — not just as a personal act of generosity but as a collective investment in God’s vision for our church and community. Through biblical insights and real-lif...
Oct 28, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 42
In Pastor Curt Taylor's sermon at Cherry Hills Community Church, titled Why Compassion Counts, he addressed the often uncomfortable topic of money in church, acknowledging how hard it can be to discuss. He challenged common myths about money, reminding the congregation that wealth is not inherently wrong, but it's our relationship to it that matters. Pastor Curt emphasized that true compassion is revealed not just through what we feel, but in how we use our resources to bless others. By groundin...
Oct 21, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 41
In his message at Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Curt Taylor takes us on an inspiring journey of faith, community, and generosity, all tied to the exciting momentum of the Greater Things Building campaign. With excitement and a touch of humor, he reminds us that gratitude is the foundation for everything we build—both in our hearts and church. As the congregation looks to the future, expanding spaces for worship and service, Pastor Curt emphasizes how a grateful spirit allows us to fully ...
Oct 14, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 40
In this weekend's message on the Greater Things Building Campaign at Cherry Hills Community Church, Pastor Curt Taylor emphasized Jesus' counterintuitive calling for His followers, reminding the congregation that in God's kingdom, "the last will be first, and the first will be last." He explained that Jesus often calls us to live in ways that challenge our natural instincts, put others before ourselves, and trust in His upside-down values. Pastor Curt also stressed that our actions profoundly im...
Oct 07, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 39
In today’s world, Pastor Curt Taylor talks about how human sexuality can be a complex and sensitive subject. His message will explore human sexuality from the Christian perspective, grounded in the Scriptures. Sexuality is a sacred gift from God, designed for love, union, and partnership within the covenant of marriage, affirming that men and women are made in God's image with inherent dignity. While acknowledging the brokenness caused by sin, the Church calls us to a life of purity and holiness...
Sep 30, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 38
In this week's sermon, Pastor Curt Taylor is tackling the topic of moral relativism—the idea that "what's right for you may not be right for me." At Cherry Hills Community Church, we believe truth isn't a moving target, and God's moral standards don't change based on our feelings or cultural trends. Instead of chasing after a world where "anything goes," we'll explore why God's truth is the rock-solid foundation we need to live with purpose and integrity. Listen as we unpack why living by God's ...
Sep 23, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 37
What an unforgettable weekend we had at CHCC with “Born Wild”! During our special 9 & 11a services, Todd Pierce from “Riding High Ministries” brought a real horse live onstage, creating a unique and powerful experience. Todd captivated us by illustrating the profound connection between readying a horse for its first rider and our relationship with God. It was more than just a service—an inspiring event that resonated with everyone.
Sep 16, 2024•56 min•Season 3Ep. 36
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 35
In this sermon, Pastor Curt Talyor will explore the story of Zacchaeus from Luke 19, a powerful example of Jesus’ deep love for those far from Him. Zacchaeus, a tax collector and a man despised by many, climbed a tree to catch a glimpse of Jesus. Despite his past and the judgments of others, Jesus looked up, called Zacchaeus by name, and invited Himself into his home, demonstrating that no one is too far from God’s grace. This encounter transformed Zacchaeus' life, leading him to repentance and ...
Sep 09, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 34
What’s the power of your story? You might feel weak, powerless, or unable to be used by God. The truth is, God loves using broken people to do wonderful things for his kingdom. When you’re honest about your weaknesses and failures, your story becomes your greatest strength!
Sep 05, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 33
If we want our relationships to be healthy, we have to fight for them. But what are we fighting against? Join us as Pastor Curt Taylor unpacks what it means to fight for connection in our marriages and families.
Aug 27, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 31
For the vast majority of us, the biggest problem in our marriages is pride. James says that God "opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble." Marriage is a context in which we express Christ's love for one another through mutual submission. Join us as Gary Thomas kicks off our new marriage series, "First Comes Love, Then Comes Baggage!"
Aug 20, 2024•39 min•Season 3Ep. 30
No one church is perfect. The good news is that the Church will last forever. We can be confident that the church will endure because we are confident in the one who it rests on -- Jesus himself.
Aug 12, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 29
How do we deal with loneliness and isolation? What does it mean to belong? While we often read the Scriptures with an individualistic lens, almost everything in the New Testament addresses communities of people, not individuals. Join us for this sermon as Pastor Curt Taylor explores how the early church participated in community and how we can do the same today.
Aug 04, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 28
Why is it so hard for us to love and serve others? For most of us, the problem isn't that we are simply unwilling to love others; the problem is that we are too preoccupied with ourselves. Join us as Pastor Curt Taylor continues our series Gold Medal Church. Affection follows direction!
Jul 29, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 27
The early church had a clear goal. Those early followers of Jesus understood that spreading the Gospel to all nations was the ultimate goal worth pursuing. They also understood that accomplishing that goal would come at a great cost. Has your faith ever truly cost you anything?
Jul 22, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 26