Preparing for the Night of Prayer
CVC Family, Tomorrow night, we will gather as a church family to pray for healing. For the first time (I think ever), our elders will be following James 5:14–16 in a corporate setting—praying over those who are sick and anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord. Our elders do this regularly for individuals in […]
Suffering Well
by Becca Ferguson What does it mean to suffer well? As we consider this big question, it is beneficial for us to frame it within the context of other supporting ideas. To understand what it means to suffer well, we must first understand what we mean by suffering and why we suffer. From there, we […]
A Call to Fasting and Prayer
Good afternoon, CVC. This past Spring we fasted together throughout the Lenten season. Each Wednesday we shared a devotional and asked that you consider joining others in the church as we fasted in preparation for Good Friday and Easter. It was good. It was restorative. And I believe that setting this time aside and our […]
Praying for the Lost
by Pastor Rick Duncan Prayer connects us with the One who can do seemingly impossible things, including changing the destiny and trajectory of someone you love. Think about the people you know who are far from God. Are you truly praying fervently for them? Are their names written down on a prayer card or in […]
A Paper: Spiritual Warfare Prayer
Our Father in heaven, You are my Hope, my Victory, and my Peace. Because you are the only sovereign King who rules over all heaven and earth, I will be confident and unafraid today. My strength, my courage, and my joy come only from You, Lord. You alone are my Savior. (Matthew 12:20-21; Isaiah 9:6-7; […]
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 […]
