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Alistair Begg, who faithfully ministered for many years at Parkside Church just down the road from us in Northeast Ohio, has often reminded his congregation of an old principle of Bible interpretation: \"The main things are the plain things, and the plain things are the main things.\" It\'s a simple statement, but it\'s one the…
Are good works necessary? That question has sparked debate for centuries. The biblical answer is that we are not saved by good works, but those who have truly been saved will produce good works. The book of Revelation gives us a breathtaking picture of Christ\'s return and the marriage supper of the Lamb. \"Let us…
Some of my best childhood memories happened around a big table just off the kitchen in my childhood home in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A sign on a wall said, “Christ is the Head of this home, the unseen Guest at every meal, the silent Listener to every conversation.” I was the youngest of 3 boys. Bill…
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…
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; I…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Pastor Rick Duncan How close is your connection with God? What’s your fellowship with Him like? How often do you draw near to God? Let me show you from God’s Word, why this should matter to all of us – no matter what problems we might be facing. When we live in His presence we gain!…
Pastor Rick Duncan Sin will take you further than you want to go and cost you more than you want to pay. Today, we’re examining the 7th Commandment. In the process, we’ll explore three truths… God’s design for sex is good. Our experience of sex is broken. God restores the goodness of sex through the…
Pastor Rick Duncan We have to be careful how we talk about pastors and politicians, coaches and teachers, family and friends. We can be filled with pride and self-righteousness. When that happens, our attitudes and actions can become murderous. Then, we’re guilty – according to Jesus – of breaking the 6th Commandment. You shall not…
