Christ Church Ohio – Columbia Station Campus

The Origin of the Church - Week 5

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:39:40 +0000

Dr. Dave Collings

Columbia Station Campus

Who Do You Want to Be? | The Story of Zacchaeus | Luke 19

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:09:10 +0000

We all know the question "what do you want to be when you grow up?" — but there's a deeper one worth asking: who do you want to be? In this message, Rachel Wellman digs into the story of Zacchaeus, the short, wealthy, widely-disliked tax collector who climbed a tree just to catch a glimpse of Jesus. What happens next changes everything he believed about his own identity.

Jesus didn't call Zacchaeus by his reputation — he called him by name. And that's true for you too. Before anyone else ever labeled you, judged you, or defined you, God knew you and formed you with intention. Your past, your mistakes, your titles — none of it gets the final word. If you've ever felt like just another face in the crowd, or like you have to get your life together before you can come to God, this message is for you. You don't have to earn his love. You just have to show up.

Luke 19:1-10

Psalm 139:13

Romans 3:23

John 3:16

The Church's One Job (And We're Getting It Wrong)

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:25:47 +0000

If Jesus didn't rise from the dead, none of this matters. In this message from Acts 2:32-36, we look at Peter's Pentecost sermon and the reason the church exists in the first place — not to be a social service organization, but to give generation after generation a witness to Jesus Christ: His life, His death, and His resurrection. We'll also step into John's vision from Revelation 4, picturing the glorified Christ seated on His throne, and explore what it means that the same Holy Spirit at work in Jesus is now at work in us.

Scripture Reference: Acts 2:32-36

#Acts #FaithJourney #Pentecost #HolySpirit #Resurrection #ChristianSermon #Cleveland #ChurchOnline

One Generation, One Kingdom That Never Ends

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:18:46 +0000

Doc continues "The Origin of the Church" series with a message on Acts 2 and Peter's sermon at Pentecost. Peter roots the church's origin in an unexpected place: King David's tomb. This message explores how every generation only holds the world for a season, how David's earthly kingdom eventually crumbled, and how God's promise to David was ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Doc traces the difference between David's death story and Christ's death story, showing how the empty tomb changes everything and points us toward an eternal kingdom that has no end.

Acts 2:29-32

#OriginOfTheChurch #BookOfActs #ChristChurchOhio #Pentecost #EmptyTomb

Searched. Known. Loved.

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:41:37 +0000

We spend so much energy trying to search for God, for meaning, for purpose — piecing life together like a puzzle. But David flips the script in Psalm 139, inviting God to search him instead. What does it look like to stop hiding and let God fully know your heart, your thoughts, and your longings? This week we dig into what it means to be truly known, and why that's actually good news.

#Psalm139 #SearchMe #KnowGod #Midweek #BibleStudy #FaithJourney #BeKnown

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Rethink Everything You Know About Jesus

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:47:50 +0000

Peter continues his Pentecost sermon, showing how Jesus' mighty works, wonders, and signs proved his divine identity — and how even his death was never a tragic accident, but God's eternal plan unfolding. Discover why the church still bears Christ's name and mission today.

This week, we're asking: have you truly been introduced to Christ, or has familiarity made you complacent?

Scripture: Acts 2:22-25

#ActsOfTheApostles #Pentecost #SermonSeries #FaithJourney #JesusChrist #ChurchLife

The Covenant That Changes Everything | The Time is NOW

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:07:49 +0000

What if the Old and New Testament aren't telling two different stories about two different Gods, but one story of relentless grace? In this teaching from The Time is NOW series, Sarah Berger unpacks the covenant of works and the covenant of grace, walking through the strange and powerful story of Abram in Genesis 15 to show how God himself took on the weight of a promise we could never keep. From the cutting of animals in an ancient covenant ritual to Jesus breaking bread at the Passover table, this is a picture of a God who doesn't just make promises he keeps, he carries the cost when we fail to keep ours.

Whatever you're carrying today, there is a God who treats you better than you deserve.

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:29-33, Genesis 15, Luke 22

#TheTimeIsNow #CovenantOfGrace #ChristChurch

What Makes the Church Different From Everything Else?

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:37:55 +0000

What makes the Church unlike any other organization in the world? In this first message of "The Origin of the Church" series, we go back to the day of Pentecost in Acts 2, when the Holy Spirit descended on 120 believers and everything changed. We'll unpack Peter's sermon, the prophecy of Joel that he quotes, and what it means that the Spirit's ministry moved from the Old Testament temple to the New Testament Church. Along the way, we look at what actually makes a church a church, what it means to be a Christian, and an honest question for you: what does the church really mean to you?

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21

#newtestament #church #oldtestament

Has the Bible Lost Its Significance In Your Life? | The Time is NOW

Christ Church Ohio — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:43:30 +0000

At 26, King Josiah discovered a book his nation had forgotten — and it changed everything. In this message, Taylor Chaney explores what happens when God's Word moves from background noise to the center of our lives, and why true repentance is about more than saying sorry — it's about actually turning around.

Part of "The Time is NOW" series on the life of King Josiah.

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:14-15, 19-27

#repentance #surrender #changed

8 Ways to Put Off Your Old Self (And Actually Change)

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:48:23 +0000

We all know the old self and the new self — but what does it actually look like on a Monday morning when the pressure's on? In this message, we walk through eight practical, no-nonsense ways Paul tells us to put off the old self and put on the new: how we talk, how we handle anger, how we work, what we let out of our mouths, and how we treat the people around us. This is Christian growth you can actually apply this week.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2

Stop Waiting for the 'Right Time' to Follow God

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:37:18 +0000

You don't have to wait until you have it all figured out to follow God. In this first message of a new three-part series on the life of King Josiah, we look at a teenage king who refused to inherit his family's brokenness. Instead of waiting for the "right time," he began seeking God at just sixteen — and one generation was never the same. This message unpacks what it means to let God set the pace for your life instead of running on your own strength, why willpower alone can never conquer sin, and how understanding God's love is what actually gives us the power to tear down the idols holding us back.

Whether you're in a season of figuring things out or feeling like it's too late to start over, this word is for you. The time is now.

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-7

Why Your Bad Habits Won't Die (And What Actually Kills Them)

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:24:45 +0000

Every one of us carries an old self that lingers — corrupt, deceiving, and never satisfied. In this message, we dig into Ephesians 4:22-24 and discover what it actually means to put off the old self and put on the new self created in the likeness of God. From the lies your inner voice tells you to the daily discipline of choosing who you'll be, this is a practical, honest look at what it takes to live consciously in Christ, one morning at a time.

Ephesians 4:22-24

Grip Him Back: Taking Hold of the Calling God Has for You

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:57:37 +0000

Grip Him Back

Life often boils down to how long we can hold on. In this message from AWKN, Chet unpacks 1 Timothy 6:12 and challenges us to recognize God's grip on our lives — and to learn how to grip Him back.

"The strength of your life is not your grip on Him. It's His grip on you." — Chet Beetler

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

It's Not About Adding Jesus to Your Life — It's About Giving Him Your Life

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:56:28 +0000

Saying Yes to Jesus

Every day, we say yes to something — and every yes shapes who we become. In this message from AWKN, JoVon challenges us to see that following Jesus isn't about adding Him to an already busy life... it's about giving Him our whole life. What sustains our yes to Jesus isn't our love for Him — it's the certainty of His love for us

"Saying yes to Jesus isn't about adding Him to your life. It's about giving Him your life." — JoVon Anderson

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Generational Faith: Passing the Torch of Christ

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:01:06 +0000

As our nation celebrates 250 years, we're reminded that the church of Jesus Christ has been proclaiming His name for over 2,000 years — generation after generation. In this message from 2 Timothy 2:1-13, we explore what it means to be strengthened by grace, to pass our faith on to others, and to live with the mindset of a soldier, an athlete, and a farmer as we serve Christ.

"Little ones to Him belong. They are weak, but He is strong."

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Free Your Hands: Letting Go to Follow Jesus

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:14:45 +0000

Why do you come to church? Why did you decide to follow God? In this message, we dig into Matthew 16:24-25 and ask what it really means to take up our cross and follow Christ — not just showing up, but surrendering the things we hold onto that keep us from Him.

"Whoever loses his life for my sake will find it."

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25 (see also Matthew 10:38-39)

What Do You Really Value? | A Message on Mark 8:31-36

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:10:44 +0000

What if the things you're chasing aren't actually leading to the life you want? In this message, we take an honest look at the values that quietly drive our daily choices — often without us even realizing it. Drawing from Stephen King's powerful reflection on mortality and Mark 8, where Jesus challenges Peter's very human expectations of what a Messiah should be, we explore what it really means to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Christ. We dig into practical ways to evaluate what we truly value (hint: look at your time, your money, and where your mind wanders), and why so many of the things we chase — control, pleasure, status, comfort — leave us empty instead of satisfied. Then we look at three values Christ modeled for us to grow in: surrender, service, and generosity — and how living them out can reshape our relationships, our character, and our sense of purpose.

If you've ever wondered whether your stated values actually match how you live, this message is for you.

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

God Has a "Yes" for You — The Father's Heart | Father's Day Sermon

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:21:07 +0000

What if God's default answer toward you isn't "no" or "maybe" — but yes? In this Father's Day message, Pastor Chet explores Matthew 7:7-11, where Jesus reveals the generous heart of our Heavenly Father. Through the lens of fatherhood, we discover that God invites us to ask, seek, and knock — not because we have to twist His arm, but because He genuinely delights in giving good gifts to His children.

Whether you're in a season of unanswered questions, feeling overlooked, or just need a reminder of how good God really is — this message is for you.

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11 | James 4:2-3 | Luke 15 | Galatians 5:22-23

What Are You Really Chasing? A Father-Daughter Conversation on Pursuing God

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

What do you do when the Holy Spirit shows you a harshness in yourself you didn't want to see? In this special midweek conversation, Doc & Sarah sit down to unpack 1 Timothy 6:11 — Paul's command to hunt down righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness. They talk honestly about counseling, anger, trigger points, and what it actually looks like to pursue a soft answer instead of a harsh one. This isn't a list of rules — it's an honest look at what it takes to become the kind of person whose character outlasts everything else.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11

Built On Christ

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:39:30 +0000

Are you tired of feeling like life is constantly rolling you around? In this message from Ephesians 4, we explore what it means to live a stable, grounded life in Christ Jesus. Doc unpacks why instability often points to spiritual immaturity — and what we can do about it.

If you've been feeling tossed around by life, this message is your reminder that Jesus is the solid foundation everything else is built on.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-16 | Colossians 2:18 | James 4

How to Break Free from Insecurity and Walk in Gods Strength

Christ Church Ohio — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:18:30 +0000

What's easier — listing your weaknesses or your strengths? For most of us, the insecurities come flooding in while our God-given strengths stay hidden. In this powerful Week 1 message of Claim Your Strength, we dig into why so many of us live under "lid thinking" — the self-talk that caps our potential — and what it looks like to stop stepping into our insecurities and start stepping into the strength God has placed within us. Through Ephesians 3, the stories of Moses, Gideon, and Jeremiah, this message will challenge you to shift your posture — from one of weakness and fear to one of prayer, faith, and Spirit-empowered strength. If you've ever felt broken or too small for what God is calling you to — this one's for you. Jesus sees you, and He's calling you forward.

Grace, Growth, and the Power of the Church

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:34:31 +0000

What made early Christianity so powerful that it turned an entire city upside down? In Week 2 of Life in Christ, we explore Ephesians 4 and discover that the same reality Paul shared with the Ephesians is available to us today.

We dive into the gift of grace — not just grace we receive, but grace we're called to give. We look at the five offices God placed in the Church to equip every believer, and why growing into the fullness of Christ together is what makes the Church a powerful witness in a broken world.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7–13 | Psalm 68 | 1 Corinthians 12

From Collateral Damage to Collateral Beauty: Healing Rejection Through God's Love

Christ Church Ohio — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0000

In this powerful midweek message from our "Claim Your Strength" series, we explore how the pain of rejection can leave us feeling like collateral damage—but God has a way of transforming our deepest wounds into "collateral beauty." Key topics covered:

Processing rejection and pain in a God-honoring way
Understanding agape love as unconditional commitment
Finding your identity in Ephesians 1 & 2
The disciple John's journey from "Son of Thunder" to "the one Jesus loved"
How God reclaims what's broken and turns it into beauty

Whatever pain or rejection you're carrying, remember: you are the one that Jesus loves.

Does God Care?

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:03:08 +0000

In this message, we explore Ephesians 4:1-6 and what the apostle Paul says about living a life of humility, patience, gentleness, and peace. No matter where you are at in your walk of faith, this one's for you.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Jude's Warning

Christ Church Ohio — Sun, 24 May 2026 16:02:40 +0000

Dr. Dave Collings

Columbia Station Campus