Christ Community Church Messages

What happens after death? Is there hope beyond grief, suffering, and loss? In John 11:1–44, Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and makes a life-changing declaration: “I am the resurrection and the life.”In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the resurrection of Lazarus, revealing how Jesus offers more than the promise of eternal life. Through His compassion for Mary and Martha, His power over death, and His promise of resurrection, we discover how faith in Jesus brings hope in suffering, comfort in grief, and purpose to our lives today.Whether you're grieving a loved one, struggling with unanswered prayers, afraid of death, or wondering what happens after we die, discover why the resurrection changes everything—not just for eternity, but for how we live right now.

You ask the questions, Mark answers them!It's Q&A Sunday at Christ Community Church! This week, Lead Minister Mark Ashton answers questions submitted by our church community, offering biblical insight and practical wisdom for navigating faith, life, and the journey of following Jesus.🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled messages: @cccomaha📖 Need prayer or want to get involved? Visit https://cccomaha.org

Is Jesus really God? And what does it mean to make him Lord of your life?In John 10:22–42, Jesus makes one of his boldest declarations: “I and the Father are one.” His words confront the religious leaders with a life-changing question: Will they believe whom Jesus says he is, or continue living on their own terms?In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores Jesus' claim to be God, the evidence of his miracles, and why being a good or religious person isn't the same as having a relationship with Jesus. Through the story of Jesus at the Festival of Dedication, we discover what it means to recognize his voice, believe in his identity, and surrender to his lordship.Are you struggling with doubts about God? Wondering if being a good person is enough? Or feeling like something in your spiritual life is out of alignment? Jesus invites us to move beyond religious behavior and experience the freedom, forgiveness, and abundant life that come from following him.

Have you ever felt rejected, excluded, or like you weren't good enough for God? Have you wondered whether Jesus truly knows you, cares about your struggles, or has a place for you in his Kingdom?In John 10:1–21, Jesus makes two powerful declarations: "I am the gate" and "I am the good shepherd." These statements reveal who Jesus is, how he protects and provides for his people, and why he alone offers the abundant life we were created to experience.In this message, Minister Jed Logue explores Jesus' teaching about the Good Shepherd, the dangers of false spiritual leadership, and the difference between religious gatekeeping and the invitation to follow Christ. Building on the healing of the blind man in John 9, we discover how Jesus challenges religious leaders who place unnecessary barriers between people and God.Whether you're struggling with worry, shame, guilt, spiritual uncertainty, or feeling disconnected from God, this message offers a powerful reminder: Jesus knows you by name, cares deeply for you, and willingly laid down his life for you.Discover what it means to recognize the voice of Jesus, experience his protection, find true belonging, and follow the Good Shepherd into a life of purpose, freedom, and eternal hope.

Have you ever wondered, “Does God see me?” When life feels overwhelming, prayers seem unanswered, or you feel invisible to the people around you, it can be difficult to believe that Jesus knows what you’re going through.In this message, Minister Craig Walter explores John 9:1–41, the powerful story of Jesus healing a man born blind. While the disciples saw a theological problem, the neighbors saw a beggar, and the Pharisees saw a reason to criticize Jesus, Jesus saw something everyone else overlooked: a person who mattered.Through this miraculous healing, we discover an encouraging truth: You may not see Jesus clearly, but Jesus has not lost sight of you.Whether you’re struggling with loneliness, feeling forgotten by God, facing unanswered prayers, or questioning God’s presence during a difficult season, this message offers biblical encouragement and reassurance that Jesus sees you, knows your story, and cares about your life.You’ll also discover how following Jesus changes the way we see others, challenging us to move beyond labels, recognize overlooked people, and demonstrate God’s love through simple acts of compassion.One person. One prayer. One step. Who might God be inviting you to truly see this week?🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled messages: @cccomaha📖 Need prayer or want to get involved? Visit https://cccomaha.org

What if the parts of your story you most want to hide are the very places where God wants to bring healing?In this message, Special Guest Jay Stringer explores trauma, shame, sexuality, family wounds, and healing through the story of Hagar in Genesis 16. Hagar’s encounter with “the God who sees me” reveals a God who meets us in places of pain, exile, failure, and brokenness with kindness rather than condemnation.Jay challenges us to stop simply managing the symptoms of our struggles and instead become curious about the stories beneath them. Whether you’re wrestling with shame, unwanted sexual behavior, painful family dynamics, loneliness, self-contempt, or wounds from your past, your struggles do not have to define your future. They can become a roadmap toward healing.God invites us to face our story, face our pain, and ultimately face His kindness. Like the scars of Jesus, our wounds can tell a story not only of what happened to us, but of redemption, restoration, and the healing work of God.

What does your life communicate about Jesus to the people around you?In this message, CM&A President Dr. Jonathan Schaeffer explores Paul’s description of Christians as the “aroma of Christ” in 2 Corinthians 2:14–17. Followers of Jesus are called to reflect his love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and character everywhere they go.Through everyday relationships at home, work, school, and in our communities, the Holy Spirit shapes us to become more like Jesus. Our words, actions, integrity, kindness, and hope can help others see something different in us and ultimately point them toward Christ.What kind of influence are you having on the people around you? Is your life drawing people closer to Jesus?🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled messages: @cccomaha📖 Need prayer or want to get involved? Visit https://cccomaha.org

What does it actually mean to be free? In John 8:31–59, Jesus challenges our definition of freedom and reveals how the things we desire can quietly become the things that control us.In this message, Minister Alex Ehly explores what Jesus means when he says, “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” True freedom isn’t simply doing whatever we want. It’s knowing who we belong to, trusting the Father, and allowing Jesus to free us from the sin, desires, habits, and patterns that hold us captive.Discover how surrendering to Jesus doesn’t take away our freedom. It leads us into the freedom, identity, and belonging we were created for.

What do you do when you believe in God but still have doubts? Scripture shows us that doubt is not necessarily a failure of faith. Some of the Bible’s strongest believers wrestled with questions, uncertainty, suffering, and moments when God seemed distant.In this message, Guest speaker Pastor Phil Human explores what the Bible teaches about doubt, why honest questions can strengthen our faith, and how doubt becomes dangerous when it keeps us from moving forward. Through the stories of Thomas, Moses, David, John the Baptist, and Jesus’ disciples, we see that following Jesus does not require having every question answered.If you’re struggling with faith, questioning God, wondering why God allows suffering, or trying to believe while carrying uncertainty, you are not alone. Bring your questions. Pursue truth. Pray, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief,” and keep following Jesus even when doubts remain.🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled messages: @cccomaha📖 Need prayer or want to get involved? Visit https://cccomaha.org

What does the Bible say about sex, sexuality, gender, divorce, and the questions Christians are often afraid to ask?In this message, Minister Mark Ashton answers real questions about marriage, sexual desire, masturbation, lust, pornography, homosexuality, gender identity, intersex people, asexuality, divorce, and remarriage. Looking to Scripture and God’s design for men, women, marriage, and sex, Mark explores how Christians can pursue biblical truth without shame, respond to difficult cultural questions with compassion, and trust that God’s design is ultimately for our good.Whether you’re wrestling with questions about relationships, sexual temptation, gender and identity, a struggling marriage, or what the Bible actually teaches about sexuality, this message offers a biblical framework for navigating complicated issues with truth, grace, wisdom, and compassion.🔔 Subscribe for more faith-filled messages: @cccomaha📖 Need prayer or want to get involved? Visit https://cccomaha.org