How to Spot a Counterfeit: Learning to Discern Truth from Error
by Rick Duncan, Founding Pastor of CVC Jude 3 urges believers to “contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints.” Similarly, Hebrews 13:9 warns us, “Do not be led away by diverse and strange teachings.” In a world overflowing with podcasts, YouTube preachers, TikTok theologians, and self-declared spiritual influencers, we need these reminders more […]
When the Answer is “No” … or Not Yet
by Rick Duncan, CVC Founding Pastor In 2 Corinthians 12, Paul shares that he pleaded with the Lord three times to remove a thorn in his flesh. Each time, God answered, “No. My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” It seems Paul accepted God’s answer. He stopped asking. He […]
National Day of Prayer
Cuyahoga Valley Church’s National Day of Prayer Guide Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom He has chosen as His heritage. Psalm 33:12 In 2025, God has called us as a church to “deepen our prayerfulness” as a way to express our passion of “God Dependence.” This prayer guide has […]
Family Guide for Fasting
So, mom and dad, you’ve decided to fast and pray along with the rest of the CVC body during the season leading up to Good Friday. That’s wonderful! But what about the kids? Although your children still need to eat, there is a great opportunity for you to use this time to teach them about […]
Tips For Fasting
Consult a Doctor Before beginning any fast, especially if you have underlying medical conditions, it’s important to seek your doctor’s counsel. The body is a gift from God, and caring for it is an act of stewardship (1 Corinthians 6:19–20). A healthcare professional can help you discern safe parameters and identify risks, ensuring that your […]
Exodus 34:29-35
Pastor Rick Duncan Are you the kind of person people want to be around? Start with a self-assessment. Give yourself a score on a scale of 1-10 – 1 (rarely) and 10 (consistently). ___ I show mercy, grace, and patience to others, especially when they make mistakes and let me down. ___ People often feel […]
Exodus 34:1-10 Sermon Notes
Chris Warszawski Today we are continuing in our series in the book of Exodus. If you have a copy of the Scriptures, we are going to be in Exodus 34:1-10. The passage we are looking at is an important one, so much so that it is either quoted and referred to time and time again […]
Exodus 33:1-11 Sermon Notes
Pastor Rick Duncan How have you disappointed God? I’m not talking about a sin that’s a slip-up. I’m talking about something catastrophic. Lying. Stealing. Cheating. Bitterness. Resentment. Unforgiveness. Pride. Anger. Greed. Lust. Envy. Gluttony. Sloth. How have you disappointed God? In our study of Exodus, we’re in a section of Scripture where the people have […]
Exodus 32:1-14 Sermon Notes
Pastor Joe Valenti Exodus 32:1-14 can be broken this passage down into 4 sections. 1. The Fickleness of Faith (vv. 1-6) Beginning at chapter 19, we find Israel encamped at Mt. Sinai. God has descended on Mt. Sinai and has been speaking with Moses. Moses has been acting as a mediator—a go-between—between the God and […]
Exodus 31:1-11 Sermon Notes
Pastor Dean Siley Over the past 2 weeks we have been looking at Exodus 25-31 and this section of Scripture of “Building God’s Dwelling.” The overall heart these chapters is pointing to the fact that God wanted to dwell with His people. He wants to be with them and enjoy them. In these 7 chapters, […]
Exodus 25-31 Sermon Notes – The Tabernacle
Pastor Rick Duncan One of my favorite passages is Matthew 11:28–30. Jesus cries out, “Come unto Me all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me and you shall find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My load […]
Exodus 28 Sermon Notes
Pastor Joe Valenti Throughout this series in the book of Exodus, we spoken of God’s desire for nearness to his people—to establish proximity and relationship. And while God could do everything on his own, he chooses to use people—leaders—to facilitate his family. Today we’re going to talk about two types of people – two roles […]
