Chesapeake Church Sermons

Sunday, May 10, 2026 - Hebrews 4:14-5:10 | The sermon presents Jesus as the compassionate, sinless high priest who sympathizes with our weaknesses and fulfills priestly duty by offering perfect atonement for sinners.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - John 15:18-16:33 | World's hatred, persecution, Spirit's role in conviction and guidance, sorrow turned to joy, overcome the world.

Sunday, May 3, 2026 - Hebrews 4:1-13 | This week's focus is on God's promised rest. The writer of Hebrews urges believers to persevere in faith, heed God's word, and enter spiritual rest through Christ rather than repeating Israel's unbelief.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - John 15:1-17 | Jesus as the true vine, abiding, fruitfulness, pruning, love for one another, joy.

Sunday, April 26 2026 - Hebrews 3:1-19 | Throughout the gospels, whenever Jesus confronted the Jewish leaders, they would often play the "Moses card." The writer of Hebrews tells us that Jesus is greater than Moses. 

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - John 13:21-14:31 | Jesus shares His farewell discourse, marked by Judas's departure and a new commandment to love one another. He offers comfort to His disciples by promising to prepare a place for them and declaring that He is the way, the truth, and the life. Jesus also assures them of the coming of the Holy Spirit, who will guide and strengthen them.

Sunday, April 19, 2026 - Hebrews 1:5-2:18 | Have you ever had a friend or relative who has their entire home filled with statutes, pictures, and other items with angels? God created angels and has assigned them important tasks, but they are not Jesus. Jesus is superior to the angels. 

Sunday, April 12, 2026 - Hebrews 1:1-4 | The writer of Hebrews opens his epistle by affirming that God spoke through both the Old and the New Testaments. His speaking through His Son, however, takes priority. This week we will learn why.

Sunday, April 12, 2026 - Hebrews 1:1-4 | The writer of Hebrews opens his epistle by affirming that God spoke through both the Old and the New Testaments. His speaking through His Son, however, takes priority. This week we will learn why.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - John 12:1-36 | As Greek seekers approach and Jesus speaks of the wheat kernel and the contrast between light and darkness, we are invited to reflect on what it means to follow Him with surrendered faith.

Sunday, April 5, 2026 - Acts 10:34-43 | Jesus Christ extended His earthly ministry by commissioning the apostles to act as His witnesses. Why is this important to the Church today as we seek to worship God in authenticity and truth?

Friday, April 3, 2026 - Luke 23:34, 43; John 19:26-27; Matt. 27:46; Mark 15:34; John 19:28, 30; Luke 23:46 | Seven speakers will speak on Jesus' last seven words spoken from the cross.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 - Matthew 27:15-26 | The people were given the opportunity to choose between releasing Jesus Christ or Barabbas from incarceration. They chose Barabbas, which led to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. What does this event tell us about human nature and how can we learn from it?

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - John 11:1-57 | Jesus reveals His power and glory through the raising of Lazarus, declaring, "I am the resurrection and the life." This passage invites us to reflect on faith in the midst of sorrow, the compassion of Jesus, and the hope we have in His authority over death.

Sunday, March 22, 2026 - Matthew 7:24-28 | Jesus finishes his Sermon on the Mount by instructing us that our lives will stand or fall based on what we build our lives on. 

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - John 10:22-42 | During the Feast of Dedication, Jesus boldly declares His unity with the Father, assuring that His sheep are secure in His hand. His claims provoke strong opposition, as many accuse Him of blasphemy while others wrestle with the truth of His identity.

Sunday, March 15, 2026 - Matthew 7:15-23 | Jesus gives us all permission to be fruit inspectors and warns us of the consequences of bearing fruit under false pretenses has dire consequences. 

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - John 10:1–21 | Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep, calls them by name, and lays down His life for them, contrasting Himself with false shepherds. This passage highlights the deep relationship between Jesus and His followers and the unity of His one flock.

Sunday, March 8th 2026 - Matthew 7:13-14 | One of the most controversial ideas taught by many modern American churches is the idea that Jesus does not teach about hell. In fact, some people teach the universalist idea that Jesus' death on the cross means all people will be saved regardless of whether they repent. This sermon will focus on what exactly Jesus teaches on hell and judgment. 

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 - John 9:1-41 | Jesus teaches that true freedom is found in abiding in His word, where the truth sets us free from sin. Challenging false confidence in heritage, He reveals His divine identity with the powerful declaration, "Before Abraham was, I AM."

Sunday, March 1, 2026 - Matthew 7:1-6 | Are we allowed to judge others? What about Paul's teaching to the Galatians that we should restore our brothers? What about Paul's teaching about believers having nothing to do with non-believers? Dr. Cartagena attempts to reconcile these passages in light of Jesus' commands that we not judge others. 

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - John 8:31-59 | Jesus teaches that true freedom is spiritual, found in abiding in His word and being set free from sin by the truth. He challenges false confidence in heritage and reveals His divine identity with the powerful statement, "Before Abraham was, I AM."

Sunday, February 22, 2026 - Matthew 6:25-34 | Do you struggle with worry and anxiety? Are you constantly wondering how your needs will be met? The Lord commands us not to worry and teaches us how to overcome our human tendency to be anxious.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 - John 8:12-30 | In this passage, Jesus declares Himself the Light of the World, revealing the contrast between truth and the darkness of sin and spiritual blindness. The discussion highlights His divine origin, His mission, and His intimate relationship with the Father. Together, these themes invite us to consider what it means to walk in His light and live in the truth He reveals.

Sunday, February 15, 2026 - Matthew 6:19-24 | What should our priorities be as disciples of Jesus Christ? What should matter most to us? Our Lord and Savior has a word for us to answer these questions.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 - John 7:53–8:11 | This passage, though debated in its textual authenticity, has been widely taught for its profound theological significance. The account of the adulterous woman highlights the tension between mercy and condemnation, culminating in Jesus' powerful words, "Let him who is without sin cast the first stone." Ultimately, it reveals Christ's unique authority to extend both justice and forgiveness, displaying the depth of His grace.

Sunday, February 8, 2026 -Matthew 6:5-18; 7:7-12 | What does our Lord teach us regarding prayer and fasting? Dr. Cartagena will teach this passage in the bigger context of spiritual disciplines and why these are important to our lives as disciples.

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - John 7:1-52 | Jesus's teaching highlights the Holy Spirit as "living water" and the timing of His ministry, even amid division among the people. Adults can explore the Feast of Tabernacles' cultural context, reflect on His invitation to drink deeply from the Spirit, and consider Nicodemus's defense of Him.

Sunday, January 25, 2026 - Matthew 6:1-4 | In this passage, Jesus tells us what our attitude should be when we care for others. But what is our obligation to care for others? We will focus on what the Bible says about caring for others. 

Sunday, January 25, 2026 - Matthew 5:21-48 | Jesus presents us with various examples to teach us that our obligation, as his disciples, is to live by the spirit of the Law and not the letter. Dr. Cartagena will explain what this means to us.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - John 6:60-71 | Many struggled with the difficulty of Jesus' teaching, and some turned away. This passage highlights the life-giving work of the Spirit, the power of Jesus' words of eternal life, Peter's confession of faith, and the foretelling of Judas's betrayal—challenging us to consider how we respond when Jesus' words are hard to accept.

Sunday, January 18, 2026 - Matthew 5:17-20 | One of the church's biggest challenges is determining what role, if any, the Law has in the life of the believer. Some believe that the Law should have no role at all. Others assert that Christians today are bound by the Law. Which of these positions is really true?

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - John 6:22-59 | This passage explores Jesus as the true Bread from heaven, offering eternal life to all who believe. We will focus on the "Bread of Life" metaphor and the spiritual meaning of "eating" and "drinking" Jesus, including its connection to the Eucharist.

Sunday, January 11, 2026 - Matthew 5:13-16 | The Lord's disciples should make a difference in a world that is fallen. What does it mean to be salt and light? 

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - John 6:16-21 | This passage highlights Jesus' authority over creation and His power to calm fear. In His words, "It is I," we see the deeper "I AM" declaration, reminding us that He meets us in our fear and leads us safely forward.

Sunday, January 4, 2026 - Matthew 5:1-12 | This sermon will focus on the Beatitudes as the basis and foundation of a Sermon-on-the-Mount life. At the core of this passage, we learn what it means to inherit the Kingdom of God.  

Sunday, December 28, 2024 - ACTS 2:46-47 - And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved. 

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 - Luke 2:1-20 - "For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder; and His Name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace."

Sunday, December 21, 2025 - Luke 4:16-21 | In this final week of Advent, as we celebrate peace, we get to experience the peace Jesus possesses in knowing his mission and his role in the Father's redemption plan for humanity.

Sunday, December 14, 2025 - Luke 2:25-35 | When Joseph and Mary present Jesus at the temple to be dedicated, a man named Simeon declares a prophecy of great significance for our Savior and for us. This passage gives us an opportunity to experience the joy expressed by Simeon at knowing that God fulfilled His promise to let Simeon see our Savior. 

Sunday, December 7, 2025 - Luke 1:26-38 | Luke, the physician, provides a compelling description of our Savior's birth and Mary's faith exhibited in her encounter with Gabriel. 

Sunday, November 30, 2025 - Luke 1:5-25 | The first week of Advent centers on hope. In this message we will see how hope manifests itself in the birth of the one who would proclaim the coming of our Savior. 

Sunday, November 23, 2025 - Ephesians 6:10-18 | God provides us with all we need to "stand firm" against the evil one and his forces. Paul describes this to the Ephesian church and we too can know what it is.  

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - John 6:1-15 | Jesus reveals His compassion by meeting the overwhelming physical needs of a massive crowd with supernatural provision. Through the feeding of the five thousand, He tests the disciples' faith, inviting them to see beyond their limited resources and trust His power.

Sunday, November 16, 2025 - Ephesians 4:17-19 | If, as disciples of Jesus Christ, Satan cannot defeat God and he cannot harm us directly, what can he do to defeat us? This sermon is designed to enlighten you as to the real purpose of Satan's schemes. 

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - John 5:19-47 | This passage explores the intimate relationship between the Father and the Son, resurrection and judgment, and the witnesses to Jesus's divine identity.

Sunday, November 9, 2025 - John 8:44 | To engage well in spiritual battle, we must be able to identify the enemy's battle weapon and the weapon available to us. How are these weapons used and deployed?

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - John 5:1-18 | Jesus breaks barriers—healing on the Sabbath and boldly claiming God's authority. We'll dive into the tension, the miracles, and what it truly means to "do the Father's work." This story challenges us to see life, judgment, and faith in a whole new way.

Sunday, November 2, 2025 - 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 | This sermon is designed to inform where our spiritual battle takes place. With this information, the Christian disciple can be better equipped to engage the enemy.

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - John 4:43-54 | Jesus heals a royal official's son from a distance, revealing His authority `over sickness and the power of faith that believes without seeing.