Episodes
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-shaped church humbles itself before God
Jesus warns his disciples to be careful around the teachers of the law. They offer good teaching but do not practice what they teach. If we are to walk with Jesus we must be aware of not only our words but also our actions. How we position ourselves before God, one another, and the world matters.…
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Day of the Lord; Humble to be Exalted [November 01, 2026]
Jesus warns his disciples to be careful around the teachers of the law. They offer good teaching but do not practice what they teach. If we are to walk with Jesus we must be aware of not only our words but also our actions. How we position ourselves before God, one another, and the world matters.…
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Beyond Sunday: Shema - Listen & Obey
Jesus tells the Pharisees that the greatest commandments are to love God and love others. Then he calls out their missed understanding that He is Lord- the very thing that gives them access to God and enables them to walk out those commandments well. Missing the divine nature of Jesus and the…
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Working Model of New Creation; Jesus is Lord [October 25, 2026]
Jesus tells the Pharisees that the greatest commandments are to love God and love others. Then he calls out their missed understanding that He is Lord- the very thing that gives them access to God and enables them to walk out those commandments well. Missing the divine nature of Jesus and the…
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-Shaped Church bears the image of God
Jesus responds to a question meant to trap him by saying “Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.” These familiar words are more than just a call to pay taxes or submit to the authority in the empire, beyond that, they point us to the One whose image we bear.…
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Working Model of New Creation; Bearing the Image of God [October 18, 2026]
Jesus responds to a question meant to trap him by saying “Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.” These familiar words are more than just a call to pay taxes or submit to the authority in the empire, beyond that, they point us to the One whose image we bear.…
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-shaped church is invited
Jesus uses a story of a wedding feast to illustrate our invitation into the Kingdom and the gift of righteousness He offers. There are those too busy to accept the invitation, and those who care not for the ones delivering the invitations. There are also some who will accept the invitation but...
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Working Model of New Creation; Feasting with the King [October 11, 2026]
Jesus uses a story of a wedding feast to illustrate our invitation into the Kingdom and the gift of righteousness He offers. There are those too busy to accept the invitation, and those who care not for the ones delivering the invitations. There are also some who will accept the invitation but...
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Working Model of New Creation; Tending the Vineyard [October 04, 2026]
From creation God has invited humanity to partner with him, ruling and reigning in the Kingdom. We are called to be about the Father’s business, tending well to the vineyard and producing the proper fruit. When we don’t steward this well He promises that it will be taken from us. Caring well for...
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Working Model of New Creation; Repents and Believes [September 27, 2026]
Jesus contrasts two sons- one whose empty words mirror a hollow religion and one who ultimately shows true obedience. God values repentance and obedience not appearances and titles. The Kingdom of God is open to those who humbly turn and follow, regardless of past rebellion. We are called to…
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-Shaped church receives and offers grace
We have received God’s abundant, extravagant, grace- a gift freely offered. It’s that truth that compels us to extend grace to those around us, rejoicing and welcoming in those who also say yes to God’s gift. We stand, covered by the Father’s grace, calling others around us to receive the same… a...
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Working Model of New Creation; Receives and Offers Grace [September 20, 2026]
We have received God’s abundant, extravagant, grace- a gift freely offered. It’s that truth that compels us to extend grace to those around us, rejoicing and welcoming in those who also say yes to God’s gift. We stand, covered by the Father’s grace, calling others around us to receive the same… a...
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Beyond Sunday: Forgiven and Forgiving
God’s grace and mercy has covered us, freely given by a good God. It’s that truth, not just simple obedience, that compels us to forgive others and gives us the capacity to offer mercy to those around us. Harboring unforgiveness disconnects us from God’s mercy. We stand forgiven and, out of that,...
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Working Model of New Creation; Forgiven and Forgives [September 13, 2026]
God’s grace and mercy has covered us, freely given by a good God. It’s that truth, not just simple obedience, that compels us to forgive others and gives us the capacity to offer mercy to those around us. Harboring unforgiveness disconnects us from God’s mercy. We stand forgiven and, out of that,...
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Beyond Sunday: A Jesus-Shaped Church is accountable
Jesus promises that his presence will be among us when we gather together with other believers. Accountability that leads to reconciliation is part of what it looks like to be a family on mission. Jesus outlines this process for us, His church. We are called to walk with one another, with His...
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Working Model of New Creation; Accountable [September 6, 2026]
Jesus promises that his presence will be among us when we gather together with other believers. Accountability that leads to reconciliation is part of what it looks like to be a family on mission. Jesus outlines this process for us, His church. We are called to walk with one another, with His...
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Beyond Sunday: Eyes to see God's Kingdom
When we make the temporary primary we miss the invitation to the eternal, the Kingdom of God. This is an upside down Kingdom, one where salvation comes in giving up our lives for Christ. We are called to see the world not merely from a human point of view, but from God’s… a Jesus-shaped church on...
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Working Model of New Creation; Having the Eyes of God [August 30, 2026]
When we make the temporary primary we miss the invitation to the eternal, the Kingdom of God. This is an upside down Kingdom, one where salvation comes in giving up our lives for Christ. We are called to see the world not merely from a human point of view, but from God’s… a Jesus-shaped church on...
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Beyond Sunday: Confessing Jesus is Lord
Jesus speaks a new identity over Peter, giving him power and authority- keys to the Kingdom. These gifts are for us, His church, too, but first, like Peter, we must confess Jesus as Lord. We recognize him as Christ, walk in power and authority, and believe his promise that the powers of hell will...
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Working Model of New Creation; Confessing Jesus is Lord [August 23, 2026]
Jesus speaks a new identity over Peter, giving him power and authority- keys to the Kingdom. These gifts are for us, His church, too, but first, like Peter, we must confess Jesus as Lord. We recognize him as Christ, walk in power and authority, and believe his promise that the powers of hell will...
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Beyond Sunday: A Jesus-shaped church is humble, persistent, & faithful
Jesus’ interaction with a Gentile woman stands in contrast to the arrogance of the Pharisees earlier in the chapter. This Canaanite woman, desperate in her plight, displays a heart posture of worship, belief, and humility as opposed to their religious superiority. We can approach Jesus with this...
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Working Model of New Creation; Humble, Persistent, and Faithful [August 16, 2026]
Jesus’ interaction with a Gentile woman stands in contrast to the arrogance of the Pharisees earlier in the chapter. This Canaanite woman, desperate in her plight, displays a heart posture of worship, belief, and humility as opposed to their religious superiority. We can approach Jesus with this...
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Beyond Sunday: A Jesus-Shaped Church trust the voice of God
Chaos, both internally and externally, can be deafening. God invites us to trust his voice, believing him to be near and mighty to save. We can step faithfully out of the boat, responding to His voice as He calls us close… a Jesus-shaped church on mission.
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"Working Model of New Creation: Trusting the Voice of God" [August 09. 2026]
Chaos, both internally and externally, can be deafening. God invites us to trust his voice, believing him to be near and mighty to save. We can step faithfully out of the boat, responding to His voice as He calls us close… a Jesus-shaped church on mission. Message by Devin Burton, "Trusting the...
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Working Model of New Creation; Offering Compassion
With a scarcity mindset there can be a temptation to send hurting people away, but Jesus calls us to welcome in those who are hungry for spiritual and physical nourishment. Do we trust God to provide in abundance? We are to offer compassion to the crowd, sharing the abundance of the Lord to those...
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-shaped church calls out the Kingdom of God
Jesus offers a string of parables calling out aspects of the Kingdom and then tells his followers that, as disciples, they should do the same. We are to be recognizing and drawing attention to the Kingdom of God both that has been and as we see it breaking into our world… a Jesus-shaped church on...
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Beyond Sunday: Working Model of New Creation - Wheat among Weeds
In Matthew 13 Jesus uses a story about wheat and weeds to illustrate the Kingdom. We are called to live in the field, as wheat (people of the kingdom) among the weeds (people who belong to the evil one)… a Jesus-shaped church on mission.
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Working Model of New Creation; Wheat Among Weeds
In Matthew 13 Jesus uses a story about wheat and weeds to illustrate the Kingdom. We are called to live in the field, as wheat (people of the kingdom) among the weeds (people who belong to the evil one)… a Jesus-shaped church on mission. Message by Devin Burton, "Wheat Among Weeds" as part of...
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-shaped Church is fertile soil
Some will hear the message of the Kingdom and not have understanding to receive it. Others will receive it with joy but quickly lose it because of the troubles in the world and a lack of rootedness. Still others will receive the word and be good soil for growth and bearing fruit. We are to be a...
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"Working Model of New Creation: Fertile Soil" [July 12. 2026]
Some will hear the message of the Kingdom and not have understanding to receive it. Others will receive it with joy but quickly lose it because of the troubles in the world and a lack of rootedness. Still others will receive the word and be good soil for growth and bearing fruit. We are to be a...
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Beyond Sunday: A Jesus-Shaped Church Rests in the Yoke of Christ
There is a war within us and around us because we are a fickle people. The inconsistency of our flesh creates a heavy burden but Jesus invites us to come and find rest in Him. We can partner in the Kingdom work, a yoke that is easy and a burden that is light… a Jesus-shaped church on mission.
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"Working Model of New Creation: Resting in Christ" [July 05. 2026]
There is a war within us and around us because we are a fickle people. The inconsistency of our flesh creates a heavy burden but Jesus invites us to come and find rest in Him. We can partner in the Kingdom work, a yoke that is easy and a burden that is light… a Jesus-shaped church on mission....
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Beyond Sunday: Practical Generosity
Jesus calls his followers to radical generosity, urging us to prioritize spiritual(eternal) treasures, trust God for daily provision, and sacrificially serve the poor.
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"The Generosity Practice: Best Practice for Generosity" [June 28. 2026]
A generous life will require a plan. Here are five best practices to live out Jesus’ vision of the generous life.Message by Devin Burton, "Best Practice for Generosity" as part of The Generosity Practice series. Message from June 28, 2026. Centralia Community Church, Centralia, WA.…
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Beyond Sunday: Be generous to the poor
Luke 12: “The stock options belonging to a manager vested after a major run-up in share price, and he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, for I already have enough saved to send my kids to college, my house is paid off, and I already max out my 401k every year?’ And he said, ‘I will do this: I...
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"The Generosity Practice: Be Generous to the Poor" [June 21. 2026]
Concern for the poor holds a prominent place in God’s heart, and this priority is reflected in Jesus’ teaching and in the practices of his earliest followers. For apprentices of Jesus, the goal isn’t just to share resources with those in need, but to create a new kind of family. Message by…
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Beyond Sunday: All we have belongs to God
In the biblical paradigm of stewardship, God owns everything, we are entrusted with His resources to do good, and He bless us so we can give more. cccog.com/beyond-sunday
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"The Generosity Practice: All We Have Belongs to God" [June 14. 2026]
Stewardship is a rich theme throughout the library of scripture and in Jesus’ instruction to his disciples. Biblical stewardship means that God owns everything, that we are entrusted with his resources to do good, and that he blesses us in order to give more. Message by Bobby Jackson, "All We…
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Beyond Sunday: Simplicity
In this series we discover that being the church is not simply gathering but being formed into Christ’s likeness. Week by week, we explore how Jesus calls, equips, and empowers His people to live as witnesses in the world—making disciples, walking in His authority, embracing the cost of following...
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"The Generosity Practice: Watch Out for Greed" [June 07, 2026]
The majority of Jesus’ teachings on money are warnings. He understood that greed poisons us, making us anxious, distracted, discontent, and lonely. But by simplifying our lives, we open ourselves to the freedom of contentment. Message by Devin Burton, "Watch Out for Greed" as part of our "The...
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Beyond Sunday: Joy in Giving
In this series we discover that being the church is not simply gathering but being formed into Christ’s likeness. Week by week, we explore how Jesus calls, equips, and empowers His people to live as witnesses in the world—making disciples, walking in His authority, embracing the cost of following...
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"The Generosity Practice: Joy in Giving " [May 31, 2026]
Jesus regularly made bold claims that turn our vision of the good life on its head. One of the most counter-intuitive is his statement that there is more joy in giving than in receiving, and that freedom is found as we embody God’s generous heart. Message by Devin Burton, "Joy in Giving" as part…
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Beyond Sunday: Empowered by the Spirit
Pentecost is not the end of the Easter season but its explosion. The same Spirit who hovered over creation and filled the tabernacle now empowers us. As resurrection people we receive the Spirit, walking in the peace of Christ, witnesses to His signs and wonders. We boldly proclaim the truth that...
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"Living Stones: Empowered by the Spirit" [May 24, 2026]
Pentecost is not the end of the Easter season but its explosion. The same Spirit who hovered over creation and filled the tabernacle now empowers us. As resurrection people we receive the Spirit, walking in the peace of Christ, witnesses to His signs and wonders. We boldly proclaim the truth that...
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Beyond Sunday: Restored
Jesus faced suffering and trials to the glory of God. Before the Church is sent in the power of the Holy Spirit, Jesus prays that we would be unified, protected, and rooted in love. As a resurrected people we, too, will experience suffering but we’re called to be marked by humility and joy,...
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"Living Stones: Restored" [May 17, 2026]
Jesus faced suffering and trials to the glory of God. Before the Church is sent in the power of the Holy Spirit, Jesus prays that we would be unified, protected, and rooted in love. As a resurrected people we, too, will experience suffering but we’re called to be marked by humility and joy,...
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Beyond Sunday: Alive in the Spirit
Jesus was raised to life in the Spirit, dying to bring us safely home to God. As a resurrected people we stand in a world full of questions with an answer of hope, called to obedience rooted in love. We speak with grace and point to the resurrected Savior… A Jesus-shaped church made alive by the...
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"Living Stones: Made Alive By the Spirit" [May 10, 2026]
Jesus was raised to life in the Spirit, dying to bring us safely home to God. As a resurrected people we stand in a world full of questions with an answer of hope, called to obedience rooted in love. We speak with grace and point to the resurrected Savior… A Jesus-shaped church made alive by the...
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Beyond Sunday: Jesus-shaped church
The Church is not God’s mission- God’s mission has a church. As followers of Jesus, we begin by dwelling with Him so He can fill us. In receiving His presence, we are like living stones, holy and unified, being built up into a spiritual house. Together, we are to be saturated with God’s Spirit,...
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"Living Stones: Jesus-Shaped Church" [May 3, 2026]
The Church is not God’s mission- God’s mission has a church. As followers of Jesus, we begin by dwelling with Him so He can fill us. In receiving His presence, we are like living stones, holy and unified, being built up into a spiritual house. Together, we are to be saturated with God’s Spirit,...
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