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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…
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…
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…
CVC Family, One of my favorite passages in all of Scripture is 2 Corinthians 4. In verse 6, Paul writes: \"For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.\" Pause for…
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…
To stay healthy during a biblical fast, it\'s crucial to consult a doctor beforehand, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions, and to focus on hydration by drinking plenty of water, gradually ease into and out of the fast, prioritize prayer and reflection over the physical act of fasting, and monitor your body closely for…
What to Do: Ask God to give you wisdom. Make your story sound conversational, not academic or formal. Be warm and personal. Keep to a 3 minute limit. (That’s about 650-700 words.) Be realistic, don\'t exaggerate. What Not to Do: Avoid statements that reflect negatively on any church organization. Avoid statements that reflect negatively on…
