Christ Community Church - Leawood Campus - SUNDAY MESSAGES

With God: In Darkness and Hope - Hosea [32]

Hosea 2:1-23 // Rachel NesseWhat does God do when his people walk away from him? In this look at Hosea 2:1-23, we see a raw and powerful picture of unfaithfulness, consequences, and ultimate pursuit. Hosea’s own broken marriage serves as a mirror for the relationship between God and his people. This sermon explores how God allows us to face the emptiness of our choices, not to abandon us, but to win us back. Discover the beautiful promise of the wilderness, where he speaks tenderly to our hearts, replaces shame with hope, and offers a brand-new covenant of faithfulness and mercy. If you need to understand the relentless depth of God's grace, this message will meet you right where you are.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49645675 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.08.09

With God: In Darkness and Hope - Daniel [31]

Daniel 6:1-28 // Ben BeasleyWhat happens when your commitment to doing the right thing lands you in a pit full of predators? In this study of Daniel 6:1-28, we look at one of the most famous stories in scripture to find real-world lessons about integrity and courage. Daniel was a top official who faced intense jealousy from his peers, leading to a corrupt law designed to trap him for praying to his God. This sermon explores Daniel's unshakeable habit of prayer, how he trusted God even when facing a death sentence, and how a helpless king watched God shut the mouths of the lions. Discover how a life of quiet faithfulness can change the hearts of rulers and show the living power of God to the world around you.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49642627 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.08.02

With God: In Darkness and Hope - Ezekiel [30]

With God: In Darkness and Hope - Jeremiah [29]

Jeremiah 29:1-23// Rachel NesseWe often hear Jeremiah 29:11 quoted on graduation cards, but what does it mean when it is spoken to people living as captives in a foreign land? In this study of Jeremiah 29:1-23, we look at the letter Jeremiah sent to the exiles in Babylon. Instead of telling them they would escape quickly, God told them to plant gardens, build houses, and pray for the peace of the city they were trapped in. This sermon explores what it looks like to trust God when life does not look the way you planned, how to find him when you search with all your heart, and why his promises are reliable even in the middle of difficult seasons.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49636418 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.07.19

With God: In Darkness and Hope - Lamentations [28]

Lamentations 3:1-66 // Ben BeasleyWhat do you do when everything around you collapses and it feels like God himself is blocking your prayers? In this study of Lamentations 3:1-66, we walk through one of the darkest chapters in the bible to find an incredible anchor for our faith. Even in the middle of severe suffering and grief, the writer reminds us of a timeless truth: his mercies never come to an end, and his faithfulness is great every single morning. This sermon explores how to honestly process pain, why waiting quietly for salvation matters, and how God hears our cries even from the deepest pits of despair. If you are going through a season of hardship or doubt, this message offers real, unvarnished hope for your soul.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49633285 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.07.12

With God: In Darkness and Hope - Isaiah [27]

Isaiah 11:1-11 // Brooks NesseWhat happens when everything seems cut down and broken? In this study of Isaiah 11:1-11, we look at the incredible promise of the messiah rising from what appeared to be a dead family line. Discover how Jesus fulfills this prophecy as a completely different kind of ruler—one filled with wisdom, justice, and the spirit of the lord. This sermon explores how he defends the poor, judges with perfect righteousness, and promises a future where creation itself is completely healed from violence and fear. Join us as we explore the lasting hope found in the root of Jesse and learn what it means to live as a citizen under his peaceful rule today.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49627395 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.07.05

With God: In Life - In Love [26]

Song of Songs 7:1-8:7 // Ben BeasleyThis sermon explores the powerful and poetic depiction of love found in the closing chapters of the Song of Songs. We look at the celebration of physical beauty and the deep emotional bond between the beloved and her lover, showing how human affection reflects a design for intimacy and commitment. By examining these verses, we see a picture of love that is as strong as death and a passion that cannot be quenched by the floods of life.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49627128 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.06.28

With God: In Life - In Brevity [25]

Ecclesiastes 1, 12 // Ben BeasleyThis sermon explores the cyclical nature of life and the search for meaning as described in the book of Ecclesiastes. We look at the stark observations of the teacher in chapter 1 regarding the vanity of human toil and the pursuit of things "under the sun." By contrasting the weariness of endless cycles with the concluding wisdom in chapter 12, this study helps us find a grounded purpose that remains steady even when life feels fleeting.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49623974 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.06.21

With God: In Life - In Wisdom [24]

Proverbs 3:1-12 // Ben BeasleyThe wisdom of Solomon in this passage offers a blueprint for a life of favor and success. This sermon dives into the tension between human logic and divine direction, emphasizing the command to acknowledge him in all our ways. We look at what it means to honor him with our wealth and the firstfruits of our crops, and why his discipline is actually a sign of his love. By understanding that his correction is like that of a father for a son he delights in, we can learn to lean into his guidance even when the path is difficult.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49620719 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.06.14

With God: In Life - In Skies and Scripture [23]

Psalm 19 // Brooks NessePsalm 19 provides a beautiful bridge between general revelation in nature and special revelation in scripture. This sermon begins by examining the first six verses, where the sun and sky act as witnesses to his power without speaking a single word. We then transition into the second half of the chapter, focusing on how his word is more desirable than gold and sweeter than honey. We conclude with a personal reflection on the final prayer of the psalmist, asking that the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts be pleasing to him, our rock and our redeemer.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49617696 PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new26.06.07