Chico Community Church
by Chico Community Church
We're glad you're here! Growing in your faith and applying the Bible to your life is one of the most worthy investments of time you could make. We hope that you will find our messages to be a resource to you as you seek to grow in your relationship with God, people, and the church. If you haven't joined us on Sunday, you are invited! We're a church home in Chico to people of all walks of life and believe that no matter your background, you will find this community to be welcoming.If you'd like to get a first impression before you join us, visit https://chicocommunity.church
Episodes
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Faith That Grow
Our faith begins to grow when we start seeing ourselves through the lens of who God says we are, rather than our own perspective and limitations. Through the story of Gideon in Judges 6–7, Pastor Tim Hearon demonstrates how God calls us according to His purpose and grace, even when what He asks…
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Faith in the Ups & Downs
Faith sustains us through the mountaintop moments, carries us through the valleys, and anchors us in the ordinary days in between. In this message, Pastor Brian explores how the same God who answers by fire is the God who meets us in our exhaustion, speaks in the quiet, and leads us forward one...
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Faith over Fear
When fear sets in, the future is uncertain, and you have no idea what to do next, where do you turn? In Faith Over Fear, we look at King Jehoshaphat’s response to an overwhelming enemy in 2 Chronicles 20 and discover what it means to trust God when we don’t know what to do. Rather than allowing...
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Faith in the Face of the Fire
What does it look like to stand firm in your faith when the world around you demands compromise? In Faith in the Face of the Fire, David Clark, Director of Christian Challenge at Chico State, opens our Ancient Faith series with the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3. Their…
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Faith at the Altar
What does it look like to lay your faith at the altar? We were made to worship, and God invites us to lift our praise to Him. Our worship is expressed through surrendered hearts, serving with our gifts, singing His praise, and giving with open hands. Like Abel, we are called to offer God our…
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The Tithe
The tithe trains us to live with open hands, recognizing that everything we have comes from God and belongs to Him. In this message, Executive Director, Bill Marchi, teaches about the tithe and three things it trains in us: Giving God our first and best Giving faithfully and proportionally Giving...
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Money Myths
What if the way we think about money is keeping us from experiencing the freedom God has for us? In this message, guest speaker Joel Milgate takes us through some of the common myths we believe about money and what Scripture actually says about wealth, stewardship, generosity, and financial...
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Joyful Relationships
In this message, Pastor Brian explores the source of joyful relationships and the kind of joy God wants to establish in us. Because our joy is rooted in God’s grace, sustained by His Spirit, and secured by His promises, we can become people who bring grace, life, encouragement, and momentum to...
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Word & Spirit: Part 3
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Word & Spirit: Part 2
What does it look like to be a church that is deeply rooted in the Word of God and fully dependent on the Holy Spirit? Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would come to guide us into truth, empower us for ministry, and equip us to live out the mission He has given us. Because we believe what the...
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Word & Spirit: Part 1
What does it mean to be a Word & Spirit church? In 1 Thessalonians 1, Paul describes a faith that is shaped not only by the truth of God’s Word, but also by the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. God’s Word is living and active, and when we receive it, delight in it, and put it into practice,...
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Vision Sunday
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Faithful Endurance
Faithfulness isn't built in a single moment. It's formed over a lifetime of trusting God, persevering through hardship, and refusing to give up. In this message, Michael Coogan walks us through Paul's final words in 2 Timothy 4 and what it means to fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep...
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Build with Purpose
In a world that celebrates success, achievement, and ambition, the Bible calls us to something greater: godly ambition. In this message, Michael Coogan challenges us to consider what we're spending our lives building. Together, we'll explore what it means to make pleasing God our highest aim…
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A New Heart for Your Home
In this message, Bill Marchi reminds us that parenting is an incredible opportunity to raise up the next generation to know and follow Jesus. We'll look at three key truths from Scripture that shape the way we respond as we raise our children and cultivate a new heart for our home: Parents set…
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The Mystery of Marriage
Marriage is one of God's most creative tools for refining us and drawing us closer to Him. God designed marriage to shape us into the people He has called us to be! In this message, Pastor Brian walks through Ephesians 5 as we look at three truths about the mystery of marriage: Marriage is one of...
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The Power of Biblical Thinking
Have you ever stopped to wonder if all your thoughts are true? Scripture is clear that we will encounter thoughts from the enemy. As followers of Jesus, we need to learn how to filter our thoughts, recognize the difference between truth and lies, and choose what we will believe. In this message,...
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Worship Through Rest
In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, work harder, and stay busy, God calls us to a different way of living. Rather than conforming to the pace and priorities of the world, we are called to trust Him by obeying His commands—including His command to rest. This message explores: • Why we...
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Worship Through Work
Work is more than just a way to earn a living; it’s an opportunity to worship God and live out His purpose for our lives. In this message, Tom Miller explores what scripture teaches about work and how God's perspective can transform the way we approach it. Throughout the Bible, we see that God…
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The Ways of the Harvest
“Don’t be deceived: God is not mocked. For whatever a person sows he will also reap, because the one who sows to his flesh will reap destruction from the flesh, but the one who sows to the Spirit will reap eternal life from the Spirit. Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the...
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Faith That Flourishes for Others
What does it look like when faith doesn’t just grow in us, but overflows to those around us? In Faith That Flourishes for Others, Pastor Brian explores a picture of spiritual maturity that is relational, practical, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Drawing from John 13:34–35 and Galatians 6, this...
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Live Free and Full of the Spirit
Freedom in Christ is an invitation to live filled by the Holy Spirit! In this message, Pastor Tim explores Galatians 5 and what it means to truly walk in the freedom Jesus purchased for us. Through Christ, we’ve been set free from the guilt, shame, and penalty of sin—but Scripture also warns us...
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Hearing the Voice of God
Call to Worship: John 4:23-24(ESV) If you’ve ever wondered whether God still speaks today, this message is for you. In this message, Pastor Brian Hamilton teaches on how the Lord leads, counsels, and transforms our lives through His Word and the Holy Spirit. As we draw near to God, we discover…
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Adopted In Christ
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The Promise of Faith
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No Other Gospel
In this message, Pastor Tim Hearon reminds that there is only one true Gospel, and the power it has for our lives. We’ll take a look at Galatians 1:6-10, where the Apostle Paul confronts the Galatian church for drifting away from the true Gospel. He calls them—and us—back to the unshakable...
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Resurrection Sunday
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Palm Sunday
As Jesus enters Jerusalem in Matthew 21, the crowds shout “Hosanna!”—celebrating Him as King. But while they expected a political ruler or earthly deliverer, Jesus came to be a very different kind of King. He rode in with humility and revealed a mission far greater than they imagined: to bring…
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Telling Stories That Change Us
In this message, Telling Stories That Change Us, Pastor Brian explores how God uses remembrance as a way to reorient us to Him and His ways. Communion is an invitation to step into the story of Jesus again and again, allowing His sacrifice, grace, and victory to shape our hearts and minds. When...
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Together at The Lord’s Table
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A Thanksgiving Feast: Miraculous Provisions
Where are you looking for life? In a world full of things that promise satisfaction, Jesus makes a bold declaration: He alone is the true source of salvation and fulfillment. In this message, we explore the powerful meaning behind Communion and why Jesus invites us to come to His table. Communion...
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Spirit-Empowered Evangelism
Evangelism begins with worship. In this message, Pastor Tim encourages us that to engage in Spirit-empowered evangelism it must flow from Spirit-led worship. Throughout Scripture, God’s people are called to sing, declare, and proclaim His glory among the nations. Worship has always been…
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Singing Praise with God’s People
Praise is both a sacrifice and a privilege. In this message, Pastor Brian Hamilton leads us forward with a powerful invitation to continually offer a sacrifice of praise to God. Worship is not driven by mood or preference, but by gratitude for forgiveness and the transforming work of the Holy...
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Sacred Fellowship
Sacred Habits: Sacred Fellowship What does it mean to “taste and see that the Lord is good” (Book of Psalms 34:8)? If we truly experience the goodness of God, our lives should carry the aroma of Christ everywhere we go (Second Epistle to the Corinthians 2:15). In this message, we confront the…
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Generosity Changes Us
In this message, we look at how generosity is not just about giving, but about trust and truly understanding what we value most. In this sermon, Michael Coogan outlines a biblical rhythm that shapes our lives: Grace → Gratitude → Generosity → Enrichment → Thanksgiving As we seek first the Kingdom...
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Blessed Obedience
In this message, Blessed Obedience, we explore how biblical obedience flows from grace and leads us into the fullness of life God desires for us. We’re reminded that obedience is not about earning God’s love—but living within it. Jesus shows us that obedience nourishes the soul, anchors us in...
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Prayer
Psalm 23 is more than a familiar passage—it’s a guide for how we approach God in prayer. In this message, guest speaker, Joel Milgate, leads us through Psalm 23. We’ll explore how letting these words shape our hearts can deepen our connection with God, refresh our souls, and bring new life to our...
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The Divine Reading of Scripture
God’s will for our lives is sanctification—and He accomplishes that work through His Word. In this message from our Sacred Habits series, we explore how Scripture is not merely information to be studied, but divine revelation meant to shape, form, and transform us as we encounter Christ. God’s…
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The Sacred Path of Overflow
Scripture declares that God crowns the year with His bounty and that His paths overflow with plenty. In The Sacred Path of Overflow, we explore God’s heart for a bountiful harvest and the way He leads His people into fruitfulness and joy. Overflow is not accidental. It is found as we walk the…
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Fear or Faith
Are you living by fear or by faith? The outcomes are real, and they shape the direction of your life. In this message, Founding Pastor Gary Hamilton walks us through Psalm 143 and invites us to discover what it looks like to live by faith when hope wears thin and the path forward seems unclear....
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The Death & Victory of Christ
In this message, Pastor Brian Hamilton leads us through Luke 2:25-35, and teaches about Simeon’s encounter with Jesus and the powerful truth it reveals. The child he held was the long-awaited Savior, bringing light, peace, and salvation to the world. Yet Simeon also foretold the suffering that...
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The Divinity & Humanity of Christ
In this sermon, we explore the breathtaking reality of Jesus Christ as fully God and fully man. We’ll see how the glory of God shines through “The Divinity & Humanity of Christ.” Because Jesus is truly divine, He is worthy of our complete trust and obedience. Because He is truly human, He...
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The Supremacy & Humility of Christ
“The Supremacy & Humility of Christ,” invites us to look closely at the incredible mystery of who Jesus is: fully divine and fully human. From the angel’s announcement to Mary in Luke 1, to the simplicity of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem, we see both the majesty and the meekness of our Savior on…
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Being Content & Generous
In this message Pastor Brian shares what it means to live with deep contentment and joyful generosity through Philippians 4:10-20. Contentment is not found in our circumstances but in Christ Himself, who strengthens us in every season! Generosity is far more than giving. It is a way to minister…
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Be At Peace
In a world filled with pressure and uncertainty, Scripture offers us a clear path to lasting peace. In this message, Pastor Brian walks us through Philippians 4:4–9 and invites us to rejoice, release our anxieties, renew our minds, and live out our faith with confidence in the Lord’s ways. Paul’s...
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The Greatest Pursuit
What is the greatest pursuit of your life? For the apostle Paul, it was knowing Christ above all else—and he challenges us to do the same. In this message, we explore Philippians 3:7-14 and discover three key ways Paul abandoned what held him back and pursued what truly matters: Abandon worldly...
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Shine As Lights In The World
Join us as we dive into our new series, Philippians, and discover what it looks like to advance the gospel together as a community of faith. In this message, we explore four key ways to live a gospel-centered life as we choose to be: God-Confident Gospel-Driven Christ-Exalting Kingdom-Focused...
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Have the Mind of Christ
Join us as we dive into our new series, Philippians, and discover what it looks like to advance the gospel together as a community of faith. In this message, we explore four key ways to live a gospel-centered life as we choose to be: God-Confident Gospel-Driven Christ-Exalting Kingdom-Focused...
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Be United in Spirit and Purpose
Join us as we dive into our series, Philippians, and discover what it looks like to advance the gospel together as a community of faith. In this message, we explore four key ways to live a gospel-centered life as we choose to be: God-Confident Gospel-Driven Christ-Exalting Kingdom-Focused Through...
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We're glad you're here! Growing in your faith and applying the Bible to your life is one of the most worthy investments of time you could make. We hope that you will find our messages to be a resource to you as you seek to grow in your relationship with God, people, and the church. If you haven't joined us on Sunday, you are invited! We're a church home in Chico to people of all walks of life and believe that no matter your background, you will find this community to be welcoming.If you'd like to get a first impression before you join us, visit https://chicocommunity.church
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