Christ Community Church (Brazil, IN)

In one of the most uncomfortable moments in the entire New Testament, the Apostle Paul publicly confronts the Apostle Peter. Paul did not do this to start drama or to make scene just to make a scene. Paul did this because Peter's hypocrisy was spreading and the message of the Gospel was on the verge of getting corrupted.In this message from Galatians 2:11-14, we take an honest look at spiritual hypocrisy. We've all heard the accusations against the Church and that the Church is full of hypocrites. Is there truth in that statement? There just might be.This message will challenge you to ask some uncomfortable questions:Do your actions match what you claim to believe? Who are you when the wrong person walks in the room? Is there someone in your life who loves you enough to speak up when you drift?We pray this message helps you grow in your walk with Christ.

What holds the Church together when everyone has different gifts, different passions, and different callings?In Galatians 2:6-10, Paul recounts a meeting with the most influential leaders of the early Church. And what happened in that room tells us everything about what Gospel unity is actually supposed to look like.In this message, we walk verse by verse through Galatians 2:6-10 and discover that the early church wasn't unified because everyone was doing the same thing. They were unified because they were all committed to the same Gospel and the same mission. God never called everyone to do the same thing. He gave us the same mission and different callings to carry it out.

What happens when the truth of the Gospel is on the line?In Galatians 2:1-5, the Apostle Paul recounts a moment where everything was at stake. Fake believers had come into the early Church teaching that trusting in Jesus was not enough. They were saying you also had to follow certain rules and prove yourself to truly belong.Paul saw it for what it was, a distortion of the Gospel that would lead people back into spiritual slavery. So he stood firm. Not for a moment did he give in. He did not yield when it came to defending and proclaiming the Gospel. And we must do the same. We cannot yield when it comes to defending and proclaiming the Gospel!

What actually proves the Gospel is true?In Galatians 1:17-24, Paul doesn’t just argue for the Gospel. He points to his life. From persecutor to preacher, his transformation became undeniable evidence that the Gospel is real.In this message, we walk verse by verse through Paul’s early journey after his conversion. If the Gospel has truly changed us, it won’t just be something we say. It will be something people can see. And that visible evidence of a changed life is the strongest argument for the truth of the Gospel!

Where does the Gospel actually come from?In Galatians 1:11-16, Paul makes it clear that the message we believe is not something man created, improved, or passed down. It came from God Himself.In this message, we walk verse by verse through Paul’s testimony and see how salvation really happens. Not by figuring it out. Not by being good enough. But by God stepping into our story, opening our eyes, and drawing us to Himself.

We have a way of overcomplicating things...A birthday used to be a day. Now it’s a birthday week. Or a birthday month.Getting in shape used to mean going for a run and eating a little better. Now you need a custom macro plan, three fitness apps, cold plunges, and a wearable device tracking your sleep score.Watching sports used to mean turning on the TV and flipping to the right channel. Now you need more streaming subscriptions than you can keep track of just to watch your teams. And you better have the apps for these streaming services downloaded on a smart TV!We turn simple things into complicated ones. But the message of Easter is not complicated. It is beautiful. It is powerful. And it is simple. Simple does not mean shallow. Simple does not mean cheap. This message came at a cost. It cost Jesus His life.And because He rose from the grave, this simple Gospel has the power to forgive sin and change your life forever.

Whose approval are you really living for?In Galatians 1:10, Paul asks some questions that force us to ask whether we are we living for the approval of people, or if we are living for God. Because the truth is, you can’t have both.In this message, we walk through what it looks like to be a people-pleaser versus a servant of Christ. We talk about why we crave approval, how it can quietly take control of our lives, and how the Gospel frees us from chasing what we were never meant to live for.Because in Jesus, you are already forgiven, accepted, and secure. You don’t have to perform for approval anymore.So the question is simple... Whose approval are you living for?

Have you ever seen something that used to be good… but over time it got changed, things got added, and now it’s not even the same anymore?That’s what’s happening in Galatians 1:6-9.Paul is blown away. Not because people are rejecting Jesus completely, but because they are starting to add to Him. And the moment you add anything to Jesus as the basis of your salvation… you don’t have a better Gospel. You completely ruin it.And Paul makes it clear. There is no other Gospel.In this message, we walk verse by verse through this passage and talk about how easy it is to drift, what it looks like to distort the Gospel, and why guarding the true Gospel is so important.If someone asked you, “Why does God accept you?”… what would you say?

When you look at the world around us, it doesn’t take long to realize something is deeply wrong. Corruption, violence, addiction, broken systems, and a culture that often celebrates what God calls sin seem to fill the headlines every day. It’s easy to see that our world is gripped by evil.So how should we respond?In this message, we begin a new verse-by-verse journey through the book of Galatians by studying Galatians 1:1-5. In these opening verses, the apostle Paul reminds the church of the true Gospel and points us to the only real hope for a broken world.As we walk through this passage, we see that our rescue did not come through human effort, religious performance, or moral improvement. It came through the grace of God and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.And when we truly understand what Christ has done for us, the only proper response is worship.

Have you ever looked at your past or your family history and wondered if your story really matters?In the final message of our verse by verse journey through the book of Ruth, we look at Ruth 4:13-22. At first glance, the book ends with a genealogy. A list of names that many people would normally skip. But this family record reveals something powerful about the way God works.From Naomi’s bitterness to Ruth’s faithfulness, from Boaz’s redemption to the birth of Obed, this story ultimately leads to King David and eventually to Jesus Christ. What looked like a small family story in Bethlehem was actually part of God’s plan to bring the Redeemer into the world.And the amazing truth is that the same God who was working through those generations is still working today. He still redeems broken people. He still restores lives. And He still uses ordinary people for His purposes.

Have you ever wanted something… until you found out what it would actually cost?In Ruth 4:1-12, we see that exact scenario. One man had the legal right to rescue a struggling family, but when the full price was revealed, he stepped back. Another man stepped forward and paid it.And that scene points to something far greater.In this message, we talk about the real cost of our sin. Why we need redemption. Why blood was required for our redemption. And why only Jesus was qualified to pay the price for us.When the full cost of your salvation was revealed, Jesus didn’t say, “I can’t.” He stepped forward. Our redemption is secure because our Redeemer was willing to pay the price.

Have you ever benefited from someone without actually knowing them?In Ruth chapter 3, the story shifts. Ruth has already experienced provision and kindness from Boaz. She has gleaned in his field. She has eaten his food. She has received protection. But the harvest season is coming to an end, and provision is no longer enough.In this sermon, we walk verse by verse through Ruth 3:1-18 and see what happens when Ruth moves from benefiting to pursuing. She refuses to settle for temporary blessing when covenant redemption is within reach.This passage points us beyond Boaz to our ultimate Redeemer, Jesus Christ. It confronts the difference between enjoying the common grace of God and belonging to Him in covenant relationship.Are we content standing in the field, or have we moved toward the Redeemer in surrender?

If your life were a movie right now, what genre would it be? A comeback story? A tragedy? A survival thriller? Still waiting on the happy ending?In this sermon, we continue our verse by verse journey through the book of Ruth as we study Ruth 2:14-23.If the story had ended after chapter one, we would have labeled it a tragedy. Loss. Emptiness. Bitterness. But in these verses, something begins to shift. We start to see more clearly what kind of story this really is, what kind of story God has been writing all along, and what that means for ours.

Where do you run when life feels unstable? Where do you turn when anxiety creeps in, plans fall apart, or the future feels uncertain? Do you run to money? Substances? Unhealthy relationships? We all look for safety somewhere. The question is whether what we’re running to can actually provide us with sustainable safety.In this sermon, we continue our verse-by-verse journey through the book of Ruth as we study Ruth 2:1-13. In the first chapter, we saw Ruth make the decision to leave everything she knew to follow Naomi, pursue God, and join God's people. But she had no certainty of what the future would actually look like. This week's passage is one that shows us where true refuge is found.

In this sermon from Ruth 1:15-22, we see Ruth count the cost of following God and commit anyway. Naomi makes the road ahead clear, and Ruth responds with full allegiance to Yahweh and His people.This passage reminds us that following Jesus means leaving an old way of life, trusting God when the future is uncertain, and staying faithful even when the road is hard. The cost is real, but the reward is greater.

In this message from Ruth 1:6-14, we see God’s grace inviting people to return after wandering away.Naomi hears that God is at work again in Bethlehem, and that news becomes the turning point of her story. As she begins the journey back, we see what returning to the Lord really looks like. It means responding to God’s grace, leaving behind what pulled us away, bringing our pain to Him instead of running from Him, and making a personal decision to follow Him.This passage reminds us that even in hard seasons, God remains gracious and faithful. And no matter how far someone has wandered, God’s grace is always calling them back.Whether you feel distant from the Lord, spiritually complacent, or simply in need of encouragement, this message is an invitation to return and trust God again.

In this message, we begin a brand new sermon series through the book of Ruth.Ruth opens with loss and uncertainty. It reminds us that life does not always unfold the way we expect, and sometimes we find ourselves walking through seasons that leave us feeling empty. Yet even there, God is still present and still worthy of our trust.In Ruth 1:1-5, we see how hardship reveals what we truly trust, how our choices carry weight, and how suffering forces us to decide where we will place our hope. While the story begins in loss, it quietly points us toward God’s faithfulness and ultimately toward Jesus, our true Redeemer.

As we close out 2025, Psalm 1 confronts us with a powerful reality. There are only two paths we can walk. One leads to life. The other leads to ruin.In this sermon, we look honestly at the paths we are walking and the direction our lives are heading. Psalm 1 does not give us a checklist for a new year. It gives us a choice. A path shaped by the Lord’s instruction or a path shaped by the counsel of the world.This message challenges us to consider these questions... What voices are shaping our thinking? What do we truly delight in? Where are our daily habits are leading us?We pray this message encourages you to walk the path that leads to life.

Christmas can move fast. We know the story, we know the songs, and before we realize it, the season is over. In this message from Luke 2:10-14, we slow down and look again at the angel’s announcement to the shepherds and the good news that changed everything.More than just hearing a familiar story, this message is an invitation to truly behold Jesus and remember why He came. Our prayer is that this sermon helps you slow down and truly "BEHOLD" this good news!

In this sermon, we walk through Jonah 4 and finish our series through the book of Jonah.Jonah had expectations for how God should act, and when God did not follow Jonah’s script, Jonah became furious. But God used this moment to expose Jonah’s heart and to reveal something true about Himself. God cannot be managed or controlled by our expectations. He acts according to His perfect character, not our plans.In this message we look at Jonah’s struggle, God’s response, and what it means for us to trust the God who is untamable by human demands yet always faithful to His own character. We pray it points you to Jesus and reminds you of the mercy of God we see all throughout this book.

This is the sermon from our November 23rd gathering. In this message we walk through Jonah 3:6-10. We see how the people of Nineveh responded to the warning that God gave through Jonah. Their reaction gives us a clear picture of what real repentance looks like.In this sermon we look at what repentance truly means and how God responds when a heart turns to Him. This passage reminds us that God is rich in mercy and ready to forgive, and that real repentance always brings real change.

In Jonah 3:1-5 we watch God give Jonah a second chance and then use that restored prophet to bring restoration to an entire city. Jonah walked into Nineveh with a hard message, but the proclamation of the Word of God sparked one of the greatest revivals in Scripture.

Have you ever felt like your prayers weren’t reaching God? In Jonah 2, we see a prophet at his lowest point, trapped in the belly of a fish, completely out of options, and yet God still heard him.This message reminds us that no matter how far we have fallen or how dark things get, the God who heard Jonah still hears us. He listens when we cry out in desperation, when we confess our sin, and when we worship from the middle of our mess.

Jonah thought he could run from God’s call, but he discovered that no one can outrun God’s sovereign rule or His endless mercy. Even in the storm, God was working, exposing Jonah’s sin, displaying His power, and showing His grace.In this message, we’ll see that the same God who commanded the wind and the waves still rules over every detail of our lives today. We discuss the truth that nobody can outrun God.

We live in a world full of choices, but when it comes to following God, obedience is not optional. In Jonah 1:1-6, we see what happens when God gives a clear command and His prophet decides to run the other way. God speaks clearly, and His people are called to respond.In this message, Pastor Joshua walks through the opening verses of Jonah, showing that God’s call was clear, Jonah’s disobedience was deliberate, and the consequences were real. Yet even in Jonah’s rebellion, we see a God who pursues, corrects, and shows mercy.

On October 19th, Associate Pastor Jon Graf shared an inspiring message called “Live on Mission.” It’s a reminder that our faith isn’t meant to stay inside the church walls. Every day, in every place God sends us, we’re called to represent Jesus and make a difference. Listen to the full message here.

We recently wrapped up our Fourfold Gospel series with one of the most hope-filled truths of all: Christ Our Coming King.Over the last few weeks, we’ve talked about Jesus as our Savior, Sanctifier, and Healer. Now we look ahead to the day He returns to make all things new.In this message, Pastor Joshua shares from God’s Word about the certainty of Christ’s return, what it means for us right now, and how it should shape the way we live today. The King is coming, and we want to be ready.

In week three of our series The Fourfold Gospel, Pastor Joshua Sanders preaches on Christ Our Healer.Jesus not only carried our sin to the cross but also our sickness and brokenness. Through Him, we find true healing and wholeness in every part of our lives.Whether you’re walking through sickness, praying for someone who is hurting, or simply needing a reminder that God still heals, this message will point you to the unchanging power and compassion of Christ.

A lot of Christians know they’re forgiven, but still feel stuck living in defeat. Jesus doesn’t just save us from sin’s penalty. He also sanctifies us by His truth. He cleanses us, fills us with His Spirit, and gives us the power to live fully for God.In this message from John 17:17–19, we dig into what sanctification really is, what it isn’t, and how Christ Himself is the One who sets us apart, equips us for His mission, and invites us into the deeper life.Sanctification isn’t about trying harder or cleaning yourself up. It’s about daily dependence on Christ, walking in the Spirit, and living fully surrendered to Him.This is week two of our Fourfold Gospel series, where we’re taking a closer look at who Jesus is and what that means for our lives today.

This week we launched our new series, The Fourfold Gospel, the heartbeat of our C&MA family. We began with the foundation: Christ Our Savior.In Acts 4:12 we read that salvation is found in no one else. Only Jesus can forgive sin, give new life, and secure our eternity with God. In this message we look at why He alone is the Savior, what He saves us from, and what kind of life He saves us for.If you’ve ever wondered where real hope and freedom are found, this message points to the answer: Jesus Christ.

If we are going to be all in for Jesus, we must be a generous people. In this final message from our "All In" series, Pastor Joshua Sanders unpacks Luke 6:38 and calls us to live open-handed lives, generous with our talents and generous with our treasures.True generosity is not about what God wants from us, but what He wants for us. When we give, serve, and live open-handed, we reflect the heart of Christ who gave everything for us.

This Sunday was a historic milestone at Christ Community Church as we officially joined the Christian & Missionary Alliance!We were honored to have our Assistant District Superintendent, Kurt Sovine, with us to preach a powerful message from 1 Thessalonians 5:24.

What does it really mean to be all in for Jesus? This week at Christ Community Church, Pastor Joshua Sanders continues our series All In with a message from Matthew 6:33 about setting our priorities in order.We often say God is first, but our calendars, habits, and choices tell a different story. In this sermon, we walk through seven Kingdom priorities that show us how to truly put God first in our daily lives.If we are going to be all in for Jesus, God must be first, and our priorities must be in order.

This week we began a brand new series called All In.In Colossians 3:1-10, the Apostle Paul calls us to put sin to death. Not to manage it, not to excuse it, but to kill it. If we are going to be all in for Jesus, we cannot still be all in with sin.In this message, we see what it means to set our hearts and minds on things above, to put off the old self, and to walk in the new life Christ has given us. Holy living is not optional for the believer. It is essential if we are going to shine as children of light and live on mission together as the Church.

After surviving a brutal storm and shipwreck, Paul found himself on the island of Malta, a place he never planned to be. But what looked like a detour turned out to be a divine assignment. This message walks through Acts 28:1–10 and shows how Paul’s faithfulness in an unexpected place led to healing, provision, and long-term Gospel impact.This sermon challenges us to consider that the delay or disruption in our own lives may not be a mistake, but part of God’s plan to use us right where we are.

What do you hold onto when everything around you is falling apart?In this message from Acts 27:21–44, we look at the Apostle Paul caught in the middle of a raging storm. The ship is breaking apart, fear is rising, and everyone is losing hope. But Paul stands firm, not because of the situation, but because of the Word of God.If you’ve ever felt like life was spinning out of control, this message is for you. Discover how to hold fast to what is true when everything else feels uncertain.

In this message, we look at Acts 27:1-20. This was a moment in Paul’s journey to Rome where people chose to ignore godly wisdom and listen to the wrong voices. It looked like the right decision at first. The wind was calm. The path seemed clear. But it led them straight into a storm.Sometimes we end up in hard places because we followed the wrong voices. This passage reminds us how important it is to slow down, listen for God’s voice, and surround ourselves with people who will point us back to Him.

In Acts 26:12 to 32, Paul shares his story in front of King Agrippa and gets told he's out of his mind. But instead of backing down, Paul keeps pointing to Jesus.This message is all about what it looks like to be faithful, even when the world doesn’t understand. If following Jesus makes us seem a little crazy, then so be it.We’re asking the question: Are we willing to be all in for Christ, no matter how it looks to others?

In this sermon from Acts 26:1–11, we look at the early part of Paul’s story before he encountered Jesus. Paul was known, respected, and deeply religious, but he was resisting the truth about who Jesus really is.Paul didn’t need a new set of rules. He needed a Savior. And the same Jesus Paul resisted is the one who rescued him and rewrote his story.This message challenges us to ask a hard but honest question: Are we resisting Jesus? Watch and be encouraged by the power of the Gospel to change any heart and rewrite anyone's story.

In Acts 25, Paul had every reason to feel stuck. He was faithful. Obedient. Surrendered. And yet, he remained in custody for over two years, waiting on justice that never seemed to come. From the outside, it looked like nothing was happening.But God was working.In this message, we see that what feels like wasted time to us may actually be God’s perfect timing. When our lives are surrendered to Him, no season is pointless. No delay is meaningless. God never wastes surrendered time.Whether you're in a waiting season, a hard season, or a season that feels slow and fruitless, this sermon is for you.

In Acts 24:22–27, Paul stood before Governor Felix and clearly shared the Gospel. Felix was convicted. He trembled. And yet… he walked away. Why? Because it wasn’t convenient.This passage challenges us with a truth that hits close to home: Delayed obedience isn’t obedience. It’s disobedience dressed up in good intentions. We often wait for the "right time" to surrender, to confess, to follow through, but that convenient moment rarely comes.In this message, we explore what it means to obey Jesus even when it’s inconvenient, and why obedience is always worth it, even when it costs us something. Don’t put off what God is calling you to do.Obedience to Jesus is never convenient, but it’s always worth it.

In this sermon, we walk through Acts 24:1-21, where Paul stood trial and faced intense pressure to back down. The accusations were piling up. The crowd was against him. The easy road would have been to soften his message and play it safe. But Paul didn’t flinch. He stood firm. He held the line. He refused to compromise his faith.That’s the challenge we face too. Most of us won’t be dragged into a courtroom, but we’ll all have moments where it feels easier to stay quiet than to stay faithful. Whether that be at work, online, or around the people we love.Acts 24 gives us a powerful picture of what it looks like to live a life of no compromise. A life that stays rooted in the truth, no matter the cost. Let this message challenge and encourage you to live with that same kind of boldness for the sake of the Gospel.

In this message, we walk through Acts 23:12–35 and see God’s sovereign hand working behind the scenes to protect and position Paul for what’s next. From an unnamed nephew overhearing a deadly plot, to a Roman commander mobilizing nearly 500 soldiers, this passage reminds us that even when the enemy is scheming, God is still in control.God’s sovereignty isn’t always loud or flashy. Sometimes it shows up in unexpected people, unlikely places, and quiet moments. But make no mistake, He is always working.Whether you’re in a season of uncertainty, waiting, or opposition, this passage reminds us that in Christ, we are never outside the reach of His care or the scope of His plan.

What do you do when you feel like your part in God’s mission is finished? In Acts 22:22–23:11, Paul is beaten, rejected, and left alone in a Roman barracks. If anyone had earned a break, it was him. But then Jesus shows up, not to release him from the mission, but to remind him that it’s not over.This message speaks directly to the lie of spiritual retirement, the mindset that says, “I’ve done enough. Let someone else take it from here.” The truth is, as long as you're still breathing, Jesus still has work for you to do.Join us as we walk verse by verse through this powerful moment in Acts and see how God calls us to faithfulness in every season. The mission isn’t finished until He calls us home or Christ returns.

When the pressure rises, what comes out of you? In this powerful passage, the Apostle Paul stands before an angry, chaotic crowd but responds with calm, clarity, and courage. Not because he was naturally cool under fire, but because he was filled with the Spirit.This week, Pastor Joshua unpacks how Spirit-filled composure isn’t just possible. It’s essential for followers of Jesus. When life presses in, the world doesn’t need to see our strength. They need to see His.Are you calm under pressure?

Paul was falsely accused, beaten, and surrounded by chaos. But even when the crowd turned against him, Christ never left his side. In this message from Acts 21:27–36, we’re reminded that no matter the opposition, no matter who turns against you, if you are in Christ—you are never alone.

How far is too far when it comes to flexibility in ministry?In Acts 21:15–26, Paul walks into a high stakes moment in Jerusalem. He’s misunderstood, misrepresented, and facing serious pressure. But instead of digging in his heels, he bends—not on the truth, but in his approach. And that’s what we’re diving into this week.In this message, we’re talking about what it means to be flexible for the Gospel but never compromised by culture. Paul shows us that reaching people requires humility, wisdom, and sometimes a willingness to give up our preferences without ever giving up the truth.If you've ever wondered where to draw the line, when to stand firm, or how to adapt without losing the heart of the Gospel—this one’s for you.

In Acts 21:1–14, Paul is heading toward Jerusalem, fully aware that suffering is waiting for him there. But what stands out in this passage isn’t just Paul’s obedience—it’s the people who walk with him.This moment in the early church is filled with raw emotion, deep Gospel friendship, and total surrender to the will of God. We see friends praying together on the beach, pleading with Paul, and ultimately saying, “Let the will of the Lord be done.”In this message, we explore what it looks like to walk side by side as followers of Jesus. Because real Gospel community isn’t always neat—it’s often messy. But it’s necessary.

On the day Jesus was crucified, they mocked Him as King. They placed a crown of thorns on His head. They hung a sign above His head in mockery.But in Revelation 19, we see Jesus not as the suffering servant—but as the victorious, risen, and returning King. The tomb is empty. The throne is occupied.CHRIST IS KING!And when He returns, every knee will bow—not in mockery, but in awe.Join us as we walk through Revelation 19:11–16 and see the power, glory, and authority of the risen King Jesus. This Easter message is a call to respond—to turn from sin, trust in the Gospel, and surrender your life fully to the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

This week we were in Acts 20:17–38, where Paul gives his final words to the Ephesian elders. It’s emotional and powerful.And Paul didn’t leave behind a platform, popularity, or wealth. He left behind a legacy rooted in truth, sacrifice, and love. His legacy was that his life was fully given to the Gospel.In this message, we ask the question: What kind of legacy are you building? Not just what people will remember about you, but whether your life will be remembered as one that pointed others to Jesus.We pray this sermon encourages to stay grounded in truth and to give your life to what matters most... The Gospel.