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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…
By Pastor Joe Valenti \"Pastor Joe, who should I vote for?\" The question was posed to me in the church hallway a few weeks ago by a woman who genuinely wanted my opinion. Her concern centered on the fact that each party and politician has flaws. At the risk of sounding cheesy, Jesus isn\'t running…
On the last Sunday of September 2024, Jamaal Herod shared a testimony at Cuyahoga Valley Church of how Jesus is his helper. In the testimony he mentioned some words he has developed for letters of the alphabet that help him stay focused on Jesus. Here\'s his list, followed by his testimony. Jesus is... Awesome, Beautiful,…
From Pastor Josh Stone, CVC Brunswick Campus Pastor https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/why-does-it-matter-that-christ-was-begotten-not-made https://www.str.org/w/what-does-the-bible-mean-by-god-the-son-and-only-begotten-
Denise Petek, CVC Kids Minister Sunday, September 1 is going to be a Family Sunday! Children and students from Kindergarten up will be in service with their family. We\'ll also be taking the Lord\'s Supper together. If you are unsure whether your child is ready, you can use this opportunity to discuss with them what…
Here are a few practical ideas from CVC Staff and Elders on fleeing from sin as we continue in our \"Light in Chaos\" summer study from the book of 1 John. Parent your phone! My kids go down at 8:30 PM. You should put your phone to bed then also. \"But it\'s my alarm clock!\"…
Pastor Rick Duncan God’s aim for our salvation is that we actually become like Jesus (Romans 8:29). C.S Lewis wrote, “The Church exists for nothing else but to draw men into Christ, to make them little Christs. If they are not doing that. all the cathedrals, clergy, missions, sermons, even the Bible itself are simply…
Pastor Rick Duncan In order to teach us how to pray effectively, Jesus gave us a Model Prayer, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer. Through the centuries, Christians have used Jesus’ pattern as a way to stay focused and fervent in prayer. Christian leaders have also seen a pattern for prayer in the architectural layout of…
Pastor Rick Duncan put together some resources to help you enter into the joy and peace of God\'s presence in your daily life. Practical suggestions have been selected from the devotional classic The Practice of the Presence of God to help you. Read the thought for the day. Open your Bible and slowly read and…
Are you looking for some fresh ideas and encouragement in order to lead and love your family better? Mike Hopkins is a long-time CVC member and leader. In his professional career, he is also COO of Paul Davis Restoration. On the podcast linked below, Mike is interviewed by \"Iron Sharpens Iron\" host Nick Dadas. They…
