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Weekly Messages - Community Church of Greensburg | Batesville

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Community Church is creating a place where everybody - regardless of where they are on the faith journey - can take their next step in their relationship with Jesus. Our messages are relevant and applicable wherever you are in life. Join Lead Pastor Seth Bartal and Campus Pastors John Vadeboncoeur and Dan Pratt as they invite us into a vibrant life of faith.

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Footnote

March 24, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

In one week it will be Easter Sunday: a celebration of life and victory. But before the empty tomb, there was a cross and death; and before that, there was another key character in the Easter story that is worth looking at: Pilate. And as we study the role he played in the Mystery on Skull Mountain and what he is most remembered for, it can prompt us to look inward as it comes to our own lives and death. When all is said and done, what will your legacy be? What will you be remembered for?

A Battle of Will

March 17, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

Have you ever had those moments when what you want is different from what someone else wants in a situation? Or times in your life when some issue or situation is weighing heavy on you? Those times can not only be frustrating, but they can also bring on anxiety and sadness. So what should we do with those wants and feelings we are having? Where or who can we turn to in those difficult situations? Well, Jesus actually not only understands what you are going through, but He gave us an example ...

Big Religion Takes Control

March 10, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

What's the point of religion? Is it simply to give comfort to the old and hope to the young? Is it a means of power and control? Or perhaps those are simply abuses of what God so generously gave for a bigger purpose... a better purpose. What if embracing God's love and laws with a humble heart can actually lead us to experiencing something we never expected: life to its fullest, unshackled by the illusions of control and empowered by divine freedom?

The Conspiracy Unfolds

March 03, 2024 10:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

As we approach the mystery at Skull Mountain, join us as we dive into an unsettling journey of betrayal and reflection, where the shadows of our choices loom large. The narrative of the Crucifixion of Jesus invites us to acknowledge our own role in this account of sacrifice and redemption, and it invites us to find grace in our darkest moments.

Daily

February 25, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Unlock the power of daily connection with the divine by taking practical steps to integrate the wisdom of the Scriptures into your everyday life. Find your ideal time and place, choose a reading plan that resonates, and engage deeply through highlighting, journaling, and prayer. Discover how this ancient Text, alive and active, can shape your decisions, transform your heart, and illuminate your path. Start this journey to listen, reflect, and grow with the most important message you'll ever ...

Better than a Book

February 18, 2024 10:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

Dive into the epic saga of redemption through a message that simplifies the Bible's vast narrative into a relatable story. Explore the journey from creation to covenant, and witness how this ancient text still shapes our lives today. Discover the Bible's unified story of a Father's relentless pursuit of us, its division into understandable parts, and how it empowers us to see and live differently. This isn't just history; it's our story, inviting us to be a part of something greater.

Timeless

February 11, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Ever wondered if life's answers are hiding in plain sight? Discover a timeless message that transcends daily noise, offering wisdom to illuminate your path and transform your perspective. Join us in exploring this profound simplicity and how it can guide your decisions and life.

Illusions of Grandeur

February 04, 2024 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In a world that’s completely focused on self, have you ever noticed how unhappy so many people are? It’s almost as though, the more we focus on what we want, the less happy we become. It’s into that mindset that Jesus invites people to deny themselves to embrace His way in order to discover a paradox of true fulfillment.

Inspirational

January 28, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Have you ever wondered how to know if God is pleased with you? Often we tie ideas of our physical circumstances to God’s blessing and our worthiness. But what if that’s all wrong? Explore the true basis of God's approval and how it liberates us from the 'If I, then God must' mindset.

Follow

January 21, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

We all follow something or someone. But what if our restlessness stems from following the wrong leader? What if Jesus’ invitation to follow Him offers the solution we’re looking for – rest for our souls?

Two Things

January 14, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ever questioned if you're good enough for God? Deep down, we all grapple with our own goodness and sense barriers to truly connecting with Him. Identifying what keeps us from God is a pivotal step in our Soul Quest.

Restless

January 07, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

New Year's resolutions often reveal our deeper longings for a better self, yet they can leave us feeling stuck in the same old patterns. As we begin this New Year, let's explore the restlessness within us and the paradox of seeking fulfillment. Discover how our deepest desires point us towards a profound Soul Quest, and how true transformation begins not with external changes, but with an internal journey towards something greater.

Hope in the Manger

December 24, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

The birth of Jesus defied all expectations, offering the world hope in the most humble form. This Christmas Eve, rediscover the awe and wonder of the Christmas story, revealing how true hope wasn't born in a palace, but in a manger.

Hope in Waiting

December 17, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

The holiday season is a time of waiting, but waiting doesn't have to be a frustrating pause in our lives. What if, by waiting on God, we can turn periods of stillness into investments in hope.

Hope in Uncertainty

December 10, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In a world riddled with uncertainty, it's easy to find ourselves feeling hopeless. But what if our greatest uncertainties are actually the birthplace of hope? This week, we confront the uneasy truth that hope often emerges in the midst of our doubts and fears, much like the unexpected hope that was found at the first Christmas.

Hope in Darkness

December 03, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MB

Ever felt enveloped by darkness, especially during what's supposed to be the 'most wonderful time of the year'? Explore how even our darkest nights are not beyond the reach of God's gracious light, offering a fresh perspective on hope during the holiday season.

From Thanksgiving to Grumbling

November 26, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

With the Thanksgiving leftovers still cooling and a holiday of gratitude just behind us, why does it seem that the upcoming Christmas season moves us from a spirit of thankfulness to one or grumbling and frustration? Whether it is the business of the holidays or just life circumstances in general, it feels like we can easily and quickly lose our patience in the midst of frustration and day-to-day struggles. Today we look at some instruction from James, Jesus's half-brother, on not just how w...

Breaking the Complaint Cycle

November 19, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

Ever wonder why it's so easy to complain but so hard to be thankful? Complaining feels good in the moment, but it rarely leads to better circumstances. What if God has something better for us than complaining? What if learning to be thankful could lead us to what we're all ultimately looking for when we complain?

No Tomb is Too Dark

November 12, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Have you ever been disappointed in God or thought He should have come through for you? I think we all have at one time or another. Join us this week as Dave Choutka the Author of Walking Through The Valleys shares the story of Lazarus found in John 11 and reminds us that no tomb is too dark for God's light to shine. 

7 Miles

November 05, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Dave Choutka the Author of Walking Through The Valleys shares the Walk to Emmaus story found in Luke 24 and how a seven mile walk led to a table that Jesus invites all of us to. 

The Best Ghost Stories

October 29, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

When it comes to our understanding of the Holy Ghost, often we focus on what God did in the past in “those people back then.” But if the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is alive in us even today, then the question is what does He want to do in us today?

The Breath of Life

October 22, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

One thing that creates a common bond between all of humanity is we all have a need to breathe. Every day we respire thousands of times - breathing in and out. But where does the ability to breathe come from? Who put the breath inside us in the first place? How can we breathe in a way that brings us life as we’ve never experienced it before?

Jesus Has Left the Building

October 15, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

One of the most mysterious aspects of following Jesus is learning there is a Holy Ghost that comes and lives inside of us. In a world full of ghost stories and a fascination with the unseen spiritual world, how we understand the role of the Holy Ghost is important. 1. Can you remember a time when you felt confident because someone was with you?  2. What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever tried to do on your own?  3. What would you do if you were absolutely certain the Holy Spirit lived in yo...

Out of My Way

October 08, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Following Jesus is a paradox. On one hand we come to church looking for something to fill us up, but on the other hand, the more we allow Jesus to fill us up, the more we’re invited to stop focusing on ourselves. The gravitational pull in life is always toward meeting our own needs, but in an interesting twist, Jesus invites to meet our needs by looking to the needs of others.

Know to Do

October 01, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

More people know about Jesus than about anyone else in the history of the world. Knowing about a person, however, is vastly different than actually knowing a person - and there’s the rub. Jesus didn’t invite his followers to simply know about him; he invited them to recognize something special about him that has the power to transform lives. 

Someone

September 24, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

We all know someone who could use God in their life. The problem is, those same people have often had a bad experience with the people who represent God. So how do we overcome the barriers that keep people from moving in God’s direction?

Sing & Serve Sunday

September 17, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

To paraphrase the catchphrase of a cartoon many of us watched as kids: "knowing is half the battle." Knowing and learning is great, especially when it comes to what the Bible teaches us, but if we don't do anything practical with what we learn, that knowledge doesn't have a whole lot of value. Today we are not only going to spend some extra time in worshipping our God through music, but we are going to something special as part of our time together and take that next step: turning knowledge ...

Proud Parents

September 10, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Parenting is one of the few things that helps uncover just how selfish we are as people. In the epic clash of egos between parents and kids, the temptation of parents is to dominate over their kids and push them into becoming what the parents want them to be. But what if there’s a better way to parent? What discovery would we make if we could get out of the way and let God take the lead?

Rewrite

September 03, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

As much as most parents want to be good parents, we all bump up against the reality that we’ve not always been good people. It’s because we’ve not always been good people that we have pieces from our past that we carry with us into our present. The thing all parents need to wrestle with is how they’ll handle who they’ve been and the pieces of their past that have been brought into their present. Will we normalize our past, or will we have the courage to point our children in a different dire...

Beginning at the End

August 27, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

The needs of our kids are often changing, which means we need to change our parenting often, as well. But with all the changes our kids go through, how do we know if we’re still being good parents? Is it possible to create a constant focus in parenting that will allow us to be better parents regardless of the change around us? If so, what would that look like?

Better Me

August 20, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

Few people are adequately prepared for parenthood. In fact, the most important role you may ever have in life often comes with the least amount of training and preparation. It’s no one wonder so many parents feel overwhelmed when they take that new life home from the hospital, and it’s no wonder so many kids grow up thinking, “I could be a better parent than my parents.” Rather than waiting for our kids to grow up and be better parents than we are, what if we made some decisions today to be ...

Mountaintops

August 13, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Sometimes mountaintops don't meet our expectations. When we finally get where we were planning to go and what we worked hard at doing, sometimes the expectation of what it would be like doesn't quite match the actual experience. What do we do when we arrive at our mountaintop - disappointed that it wasn’t quite what we expected? The answer may surprise you.

Disqualified: The Competition

August 06, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

The human experience so often feels like a competition. We compare ourselves with others and constantly use certain lenses to disqualify ourselves, or justify ourselves by disqualifying others. We will learn how the same four lenses we tend to use today have always been in use, even in Jesus' day. We will learn how to overcome those lenses in order to finally break free from the competition, and move to invitation instead.

The Unlikely - Jepthah

July 30, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

In our third and final week in the book of Judges, we wrestle with one of the most difficult stories in the Old Testament, the story of Jepthah. What happens when what we believe doesn't actually correspond with God's Word? A tragic tail that points to both God's justice and His mercy.

The Unlikely - Gideon

July 23, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Jesus calls you not to who you currently are, but to who you can become. Where have you allowed fear to deter you from God's purpose in your life? If you're not dead, God's not done. Spiritual maturity is the measure of one's dependence upon God.

The Unlikely - Deborah

July 16, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

What kinds of people does God use to do His work in the world? To kickoff our mini-series in the book of Judges, we'll look at a couple of unlikely heroes and discuss what God does with our imperfect acts of obedience in the midst of trials.

Fully Alive

July 09, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Sometimes it just feels as if life gets the best of us. What would it look like for us to live fully alive and to embrace the life God has and wants for us through every circumstance? Jesus taught that He came not just for us to live fully alive, but He also told us how we can experience God's goodness through every season.

The Waiting Room

July 02, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Waiting on God is one of the hardest things to do in our walk with Him. However, waiting on God strengthens us like nothing else. Dave Choutka will be sharing key principles on what waiting on God requires. 

Walking Through the Valleys

June 25, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

God wants to remind you today that He is fighting your battles. When you are walking through the valleys of life, you are not alone, God is with you. 

The Domino Dad

June 18, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

As a dad are you impressing your children or influencing them? Impressing someone happens from a distance. Influencing them is up close and personal. How much time are you spending with your children to point them in a Godly direction? We have the choice to be a positive or negative influence on the people in which we are investing. What is your influence? 

Rest

June 11, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MB

Experiencing God feels like a bit of a mystery. Though most people have had moments of awareness of the divine, often we’re not sure how to get those moments back; we don’t know how to find God’s presence in the day to day moments of life. This summer, Community Church is offering opportunities for finding those sacred spaces - where daily life meets the divine - in conjunction with a summer sabbatical our Lead Pastor, Seth Bartal, and his family are experiencing.

The Robe

June 04, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

Have you ever had your dreams and desires change because of circumstances? Maybe God had something else for your life. This week we will see how God used a field to create a Sacred Space that changed someone’s dreams and desires forever.  

Wait For It

May 28, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Have you ever noticed how children can fully trust their parents when it comes to certain areas of their lives but not with all areas? While that is a frustration for every parent, it is also true when it comes to our individual and personal relationship with God, our heavenly Father, especially during the strong storms of life. But sometimes in the midst of our chaos and struggle, God invites us to stop, listen and lean into Him.

Everywhere

May 21, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

Sometimes we wonder where God is. Why don’t we feel His presence? Why don’t we hear His voice the way people did in the days of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob? How do we even begin to experience God’s presence in today’s world where He seems so distant or even completely absent?

Till Kingdom Come

May 14, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

How can a person live a life of meaning and purpose and lasting value? Generations come and generations go, and the previous generations are mostly forgotten. There are some, however, who leave a lasting impact. Have you ever wondered what makes their lives different? The answer to that question may surprise you.

Hold on Tight

May 07, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Instant gratification is a hallmark of American life. Whether it’s with fast food restaurants, Amazon Prime 2-day shipping, or getting an immediate response to a text message, there’s an expectation in our culture that everything should be quick and easy. But what about when life isn’t quick or easy? What about when difficulty and strife interrupt? How we respond in those moments has the power to impact our adventure in a significant way.

Substantial

April 30, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

"God isn't concerned with you being happy; He's concerned with you being holy." That phrase is echoed throughout churches in America while church-goers are faced with a difficult decision: "Do I want to be happy, or do I want to be holy?" But what if happiness and holiness aren't on opposite ends of the spectrum after all? What if happiness and holiness actually go hand in hand?

All The Wrong Places

April 23, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

One of the universal pursuits of humanity is happiness. We all want to be happy, and everywhere we turn, someone or something is offering happiness to us by buying a product, taking a dream vacation, or finding the love of our life. So why is it that, in a world with so many options for happiness, few people have discovered the secret? Why are all of our attempts at being happy and finding happiness like a vapor - eluding us as we try to grab onto them? And is it even possible to find lastin...

Invitational

April 16, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

Everywhere we turn, we find someone or something inviting us to follow. Whether it’s a product that promises happiness, an influencer who promises popularity, or a movement that promises justice - there’s always something or someone promising to fulfill something missing within us. But are all of these new options able to deliver on what they promise? Or is it possible there’s an old invitation that’s waiting to give us the very things we seek?

Everywhere I Go

April 09, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

“Wherever I go, there I am.” That’s not a particularly profound statement when you first hear it, but when we spend time considering its implications, we begin to understand the significant role we play in our own lives. If I’m the one who is always present, then it means I was there for my worst decisions, my regrettable mistakes, and my relational challenges. What if my biggest problem isn’t someone else? What if my biggest problem is me? How do I save me from myself? Surprisingly, the acc...

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