CP YTH Leader Guides Hi Small Group Leaders! Here are your Sunday Morning Leader Guides below.Student Guides are made on a week-to-week basis, meaning you'll receive those by Thursday. Otherwise, all other lessons are available below until Thanksgiving.You'll see the guides split up into Units 1, 2, and 3 and organized based on date. ...  Read More

In this powerful exploration of Jonah chapter 3, we're reminded that God is the ultimate giver of second chances. The story of Jonah's reluctant mission to Nineveh teaches us that God's plans aren't thwarted by our failures or resistance. Instead, He recommissions us, using even our imperfect efforts to bring about transformation. We see this in how God used Jonah's brief, unenthusiastic message to spark a city-wide repentance in Nineveh. This narrative challenges us to recognize that it's not our eloquence or perfection that changes hearts, but God's power working through us. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to step out in faith, sharing our stories and extending invitations, trusting that God can use our simple acts of obedience to open hearts and change lives.  Read More

Pastor Mike explores Jonah’s lowest moment—literally and spiritually—in the belly of a fish. Far from being the end of Jonah’s story, this dark place becomes a turning point for grace. The message highlights how God often does His deepest work when we are at our most broken, and that His grace is not reserved for the perfect but offered freely to those who cry out, even in desperation. Jonah’s flawed prayer shows us that even imperfect, self-centered prayers matter to a God who listens and responds with compassion. Ultimately, the sermon points us to the radical truth that Jesus meets us in our mess, carries our burdens, and offers new life—not just a second chance.  Read More

Opening Question: Share a time when you felt God calling you to do something difficult or uncomfortable. How did you respond?Key Takeaways:1. The book of Jonah is more than just a story about a big fish - it's a mirror that reflects our own struggles with obedience and trust in God.2. Our view of God significantly impacts every aspect of our lives.3. Disobedience often stems from a lack of trust i...  Read More

Are we here by chance, or by divine design? This powerful message challenges us to consider our place in God's grand plan, drawing inspiration from the story of Esther and the early Christian church in Acts. Just as Esther was positioned 'for such a time as this,' we too may be strategically placed by God in our current circumstances. The early church's devotion to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer serves as a model for our own commitment to faith. Their unity despite differences, empowerment by the Holy Spirit, and contagious generosity all point to a profound truth: we are part of something much bigger than ourselves. This realization can transform how we view our role in the church and the world, inspiring us to move beyond mere attendance to true belonging and active participation in God's mission.  Read More

In a world that often values merit, performance, and social status, we encounter a revolutionary message that turns these notions upside down. This message introduces us to a kingdom unlike any other – a kingdom fueled by forgiveness, marked by unreasonable hospitality, and led by a King who sees beyond our labels and reputations.At the heart of this kingdom lies a profound truth: no one gets in b...  Read More