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Cedarcrest ChurchMother's Day 2025 2025-05-1135 min
Cedarcrest ChurchSpiritual Gifts Richard Hopkins emphasizes that a genuine relationship with Jesus transforms us internally and externally, prompting us to live differently and serve others. He explains that understanding our spiritual gifts is crucial for contributing to the body of Christ, serving one another, and making a positive impact on those outside the church. Using the analogy of a body, he highlights the importance of every member working together to support and strengthen one another, ensuring no part is overlooked or sidelined. Ultimately, encouraging everyone to discover and use their unique gifts for God’s glory, inviting those who haven't yet accepted Ch...2025-05-0431 min
Cedarcrest ChurchYou Can Hear From God Pastor Van began by expressing gratitude for the congregation's presence and shared updates about the church's expansion and ministry growth, citing a scriptural foundation from Isaiah 54 about enlarging their community. He highlighted the recent successes during Easter weekend, including over 4,000 attendees and 401 individuals expressing a desire to start a relationship with Jesus, emphasizing the importance of prayer and seeking God both privately and publicly. The pastor encouraged the congregation to engage in spiritual disciplines, stretch their faith, and regularly attend gatherings and small groups to strengthen their relationship with God. 2025-04-2739 min
Cedarcrest ChurchEaster 2025 2025-04-201h 01
Cedarcrest ChurchThe Real Jesus 2025-04-1325 min
Cedarcrest ChurchGod Has More 2025-04-0625 min
Cedarcrest ChurchWill You Open the Door? 2025-03-3038 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Sword and the Shovel 2025-03-2340 minCedarcrest ChurchIs Jesus the Lord of Your Life? Pastor Van continues the sermon series "Letters to the Church," specifically addressing the church in Sardis, warning them against being spiritually asleep and unprepared for their encounter with God. Using personal anecdotes, he stresses the difference between mere religious activity and a genuine relationship with Jesus, urging attendees to ensure they are ready for the day they stand before God. Ultimately, Pastor Van calls for individuals to wake up to their faith, boldly acknowledge Jesus as Lord, and cultivate an authentic connection with Him. 2025-03-1637 minCedarcrest ChurchPeople of Purity: Influence that Matters Pastor Van addresses the sensitive topic of sexual immorality in his sermon, emphasizing the importance of adhering to God's design for sexuality within the context of marriage. He warns against the dangers of tolerance toward sinful behaviors, drawing parallels between the church in Thyatira and contemporary culture's acceptance of sexual immorality. He encourages believers to practice repentance and share their struggles with one another to find healing and freedom. Ultimately, he highlights that following God's ways brings blessing, authority, and fulfillment, while deviation leads to pain and spiritual consequences. 2025-03-0943 minCedarcrest ChurchJesus Gives You a Nickname Part 3 of our sermon series focuses on the letter to the church in Pergamum, highlighting the dangers of cultural influences that lead to spiritual compromise, particularly regarding sexual immorality. Pastor Van emphasizes that everyone is building an "altar" in their lives based on what they prioritize, whether it be time, money, or activities, and calls for self-examination and repentance. Pastor Van warns against the allure of the culture that can pull believers away from God’s teachings, stressing the importance of aligning one's life with Scripture for true fulfillment and blessing. Ultimately, he encourages the congregation to seek a de...2025-03-0239 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Now and Not Yet In week 2 of our sermon series, Letters to the Church, Pastor Van focuses on Smyrna's message of encouragement amidst persecution. He emphasizes that while believers may face trials and hardships, just like the church in Smyrna, they are not alone, as Jesus understands their suffering and offers hope and strength through the Holy Spirit. Pastor Van urges the congregation to embrace their struggles as opportunities for growth, maturity, and deeper faith, while also encouraging them to pray for and support each other in times of need. He concludes with a call for prayer, reminding everyone that God walks with...2025-02-0938 minCedarcrest ChurchLove Your Neighbor In the first sermon of our new sermon series, Letters to the Church, Pastor Van focused on the message to the church in Ephesus from the book of Revelation chapter 2, highlighting their strong theology and perseverance but warning them about losing their first love—true love for God and others. Pastor Van emphasized that love is an action and must be expressed even towards difficult individuals, citing examples from church history where Christians demonstrated sacrificial love. He concluded by urging the congregation to be known for their love in the community, aligning with Jesus's command to love God and lo...2025-02-0236 min
Cedarcrest ChurchEmotional and Relational Margin Pastor Van emphasized the importance of having emotional and relational margin in our lives, especially in a world filled with distractions like social media and 24/7 news cycles. He highlighted that screens can drain our emotional capacity, making it difficult to handle life's challenges and impacting our mental health. Pastor Van encouraged the church to seek true rest and connection by turning to Jesus in prayer rather than relying on temporary fixes. As the church wraps up its series on margin, Pastor Van also urged everyone to engage in meaningful relationships within a supportive community to foster deeper connections and...2025-01-2636 minCedarcrest ChurchFinances Pastor Van talks about creating financial margin in life by focusing on three key principles: giving generously, working diligently, and living simply. He emphasizes that financial struggles are prevalent today and highlights that Jesus spoke more about money than any other topic, stressing the importance of managing it wisely. By giving generously first, individuals can experience blessings and positive returns from their efforts. Ultimately, Pastor encourages the congregation to submit their finances to God through prayer and practice these principles to achieve financial freedom and peace. 2025-01-1936 minCedarcrest ChurchTime Pastor Van Vandegriff kicked off the New Year with a sermon series focused on creating margin in our lives, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing time for what truly matters. He shared a personal anecdote about declining an enticing invitation to a Sugar Bowl game, highlighting the significance of making conscious decisions about how we spend our time. The pastor encouraged the congregation to identify their "big rocks," which he defined as essential aspects of life such as intimacy with God, relationships, occupations, calling work, and health, that must be prioritized to create space for unexpected opportunities. Ultimately, he urged...2025-01-0539 min
Cedarcrest ChurchJoy 2024-12-1535 minCedarcrest ChurchLove 2024-12-0836 minCedarcrest ChurchHope 2024-12-0137 min
Cedarcrest ChurchLocal Missions 2024-11-2430 minCedarcrest ChurchNational Missions 2024-11-1741 minCedarcrest ChurchGlobal Missions 2024-11-1042 min
Cedarcrest ChurchAccessing the Power 2024-11-0339 minCedarcrest ChurchThere is Power 2024-10-2738 minCedarcrest ChurchGenerosity in the Kingdom 2024-10-2035 minCedarcrest ChurchCulture of the Kingdom 2024-10-1345 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Foundation Week One of our new sermon series covers the importance of putting the Kingdom of God first over everything else in our lives. 2024-10-0634 min
Cedarcrest ChurchColossians Pt. 5 2024-09-2931 minCedarcrest ChurchColossians: Part 4 2024-09-2228 minCedarcrest ChurchColossians Pt. 3 2024-09-1536 minCedarcrest ChurchColossians Pt. 1 2024-09-0132 min
Cedarcrest ChurchRelational Healing Relational wholeness begins when we recognize that in any place we have been wrong, God wants to empower us to make it right. 2024-08-2539 minCedarcrest ChurchEmotional Healing 2024-08-1838 minCedarcrest ChurchPhysical Healing 2024-08-1139 minCedarcrest ChurchMental Health Pastor Van Vandegriff's sermon "Mental Health" from the "Made Whole" series offers insights on navigating mental health challenges. He highlights the prevalence of mental health disorders and the importance of seeking God's guidance rather than facing struggles alone. By referencing Elijah's journey from brokenness to wholeness, the sermon illustrates the path to healing. Pastor Van stresses the significance of physical well-being, seeking professional help, community support, and trusting in God's promises for finding wholeness and healing in mental health. 2024-08-0436 min
Cedarcrest ChurchHere I am, Lord 2024-07-2842 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Way Through Pain Learning from the biblical hero Hannah, we see how she dealt with emotional pain through seeking God's presence. Kelly shares the significance of bringing our pain before God, like Hannah did when facing deeply painful experiences. She highlights the importance of engaging our whole hearts with God and finding peace in His presence to transform our lives. 2024-07-2132 minCedarcrest ChurchFull of the Holy Spirit and Faith Richard Hopkins discusses aspiring to be like Barnabas, focusing on his generosity, risk-taking, and giving second chances. He emphasizes being filled with the Holy Spirit and faith as the foundation of Barnabas'scharacter. Barnabas' legacy was built on encouraging others, sacrificial giving, and believing in people's potential. By following Barnabas' example and embodying his traits, we can impact others positively and bear much fruit in our own lives. 2024-07-1432 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Presence of God 2024-06-3027 minCedarcrest ChurchThe One Who Jesus Loves Pastor Derek Ray's sermon "The One Who Jesus Loves" delves into the theme of identity, highlighting the disciple John's confident proclamation as the beloved disciple of Jesus. By examining key moments like the Last Supper and Jesus's post-resurrection appearances, Pastor Derek underscores the importance of finding true identity in Christ for comfort and assurance. The sermon encourages listeners to lean into Jesus through worship, the Word, and prayer, echoing John's intimate connection with Jesus as a source of strength. Ultimately, it emphasizes the transformative power of embracing our identity as beloved by Jesus to navigate life's challenges with confidence.2024-06-2332 min
Cedarcrest ChurchThe Lost Son 2024-06-1637 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Wine Skins In his sermon, Pastor Cody Harmon discusses the metaphor of new wine and old wineskins from Luke chapter 5. He emphasizes the need to let go of old ways of thinking and living in order to make space for God to work in our lives. Pastor Cody encourages listeners to seek guidance from Jesus and be open to new seasons with Him. Ultimately, he reassures that God is faithful and desires to bring about something better in their lives. 2024-06-0929 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Tax Collector The sermon emphasizes the importance of having God as our standard and comparing ourselves to Jesus, not others. Through the parable of the Pharisee and tax collector, it highlights the significance of humility, confession of sins, and seeking God's mercy. The pastor stresses that true humility comes from recognizing our need for God and not falling into self-righteousness. The sermon concludes with a call to seek God's mercy, confess sins, accept forgiveness, and strive for righteousness through Jesus. 2024-06-0230 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Good Samaritan The sermon highlights the significance of loving others and recognizing brokenness, using the parable of the Good Samaritan to illustrate this point. The speaker draws parallels between the lawyer's questioning in the Bible and personal struggles faced in life. Jesus is portrayed as the ultimate Good Samaritan, demonstrating compassion and salvation to humanity. Listeners are encouraged to show love to others as an expression of the love they've received from Jesus, with an emphasis on being a neighbor to those around them. 2024-05-2629 min
Cedarcrest ChurchGraduation Sunday Join us for Pentecost Sunday as we honor graduates and learn about the power of the Holy Spirit 2024-05-1938 min
Cedarcrest ChurchMother's Day 24 2024-05-1242 min
Cedarcrest ChurchWhy is there suffering? 2024-05-0542 min
Cedarcrest ChurchMay 2024-05-0134 minCedarcrest ChurchWhat about other religions? 2024-04-2842 minCedarcrest ChurchCan We Trust the Bible? Pastor Van sermon titled "Can We Trust the Bible?" addresses doubts about the Bible's reliability and emphasizes its significance in our lives. He discusses the history of the Bible's creation, the risks people took to share it, and references non-believers acknowledging its power. Pastor Van highlights the trustworthiness of the Bible through biblical references and encourages listeners to base their lives on its teachings. The sermon underscores the importance of living out biblical principles, applying Scripture in daily life, and ultimately finding a deeper relationship with Jesus through the Word. 2024-04-2143 minCedarcrest ChurchIs Jesus the Only Way to Heaven? Richard Hopkins delves into the question of whether Jesus is the sole path to heaven, emphasizing its significance and providing biblical backing. He addresses potential doubts and discomfort around this belief while stressing the importance of sharing and understanding it. The sermon highlights believers' responsibility in spreading the gospel and explores the implications of not accepting Jesus as the exclusive means to heaven. In conclusion, listeners are urged to make a personal decision regarding their faith in Jesus as the sole avenue to eternal life. 2024-04-1431 minCedarcrest ChurchWhy Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? 2024-04-0732 min
Cedarcrest ChurchGood Friday 2024-03-291h 11
Cedarcrest ChurchPalm Sunday 2024-03-2438 min
Cedarcrest ChurchMess Around and Find Out 2024-03-1738 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Principle of the First Fruits 2024-03-1037 minCedarcrest ChurchMarch 2024-03-0652 minCedarcrest ChurchSinking Battleships Pastor Van's sermon "Sinking Battleships" in "The Way of Wisdom" series stresses the importance of not relying on our own wisdom but trusting in God's guidance. He discusses the folly of being wise in our own eyes, using personal anecdotes and biblical references to illustrate the contrast between following God's ways and our own desires. Emphasizing the benefits of seeking God's wisdom through prayer, Pastor Van urges the congregation to surrender to God, listen to His guidance, and avoid the pitfalls of being wise in our own eyes. The sermon ends with a call to obedience and trust in...2024-03-0337 minCedarcrest ChurchTrust in the Lord Pastor Richard Hopkins shares personal and biblical examples to emphasize the theme of trusting in the Lord, using Proverbs 3:5-6 as a key passage. He highlights the challenge of trusting in God over worldly desires and encourages a deeper understanding of God for complete trust. The sermon concludes with a call to action to identify obstacles hindering trust in God and prioritize seeking His kingdom. 2024-02-2527 minCedarcrest ChurchLove and Faithfulness 2024-02-1830 minCedarcrest ChurchGet Wisdom 2024-02-1135 min
Cedarcrest ChurchRally Cry The final installment of our sermon series walks us through the importance of getting a NOW word from God for our season of life. When the holes in your wall are found, you need a rally cry to bring you back to the things God is asking you to fight for. 2024-01-2833 minCedarcrest ChurchWoman of Noble Character What does the Word of God say about how we can win at home as women? What makes up a Woman of God? All this and more in week 3 of our Winning at Home series. 2024-01-2139 minCedarcrest ChurchBe a Man What does it mean to be a Man of God? 2024-01-1438 minCedarcrest ChurchAs For Me 2024-01-0736 minCedarcrest ChurchJanuary 2024-01-031h 34
Cedarcrest ChurchWeek 3 2023-12-1731 minCedarcrest ChurchWeek 2 Week 2 of our Advent series looks at the life of Joseph and how he showed the love of God through the way he loved and led his family. 2023-12-1032 minCedarcrest ChurchDecember 2023-12-061h 32Cedarcrest ChurchWeek 1 2023-12-0330 min
Cedarcrest ChurchBiblical Generosity Our final installment of our sermon series wraps up the bottom line of why we are called to be a generous people. 2023-11-1939 minCedarcrest ChurchPass the Test Is budgeting in the Bible? How do we please God with our budgeting? Find out this and more in part 3 of our Eternal Investments Series! 2023-11-1233 minCedarcrest ChurchDon't Rob God What does the Bible say about the tithe and how are we blessed when we respond? Week 2 of our series tackles these two topics! 2023-11-0540 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Shrewd Manager Week one of our new sermon series sets us up with a biblical foundation for how we view money. 2023-10-2934 min
Cedarcrest ChurchThe End of the World as We Know It Finish up the Daniel series with us with what the end times could look like and what has to happen for Jesus to return. 2023-10-2245 minCedarcrest ChurchEnduring Prayer What is God up to when our prayers haven't been answered? This week, Daniel 9 and 10 reveal how we can hold on to hope while waiting on God. 2023-10-1538 minCedarcrest ChurchJesus Wins Part 8 of our Daniel series looks into chapters 7 and 8 and an intro into end times 2023-10-0837 min
Cedarcrest ChurchVulnerability 2023-10-0130 minCedarcrest ChurchAccountability 2023-09-2431 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Lion We go into the Lion's Den and see that God is always able to shut the mouths of lions. 2023-09-1735 minCedarcrest ChurchThe Writing is on The Wall Daniel Chapter 5, what will your legacy in life be? Will it be that you followed Jesus? 2023-09-1037 minCedarcrest ChurchNext Gen Belongs to Jesus Next Gen Panel 2023-09-0338 minCedarcrest ChurchPride Before the Fall Daniel chapter 4 is all about how pride is what proceeds our downfall. What is the Jesus way? To serve Him and them. 2023-08-2740 minCedarcrest ChurchWisdom & Tact How do we walk through a culture of compromise and gain the favor of God? We need wisdom and tact like Daniel and the power of God. All of it is available to us by the power of the Holy Spirit. 2023-08-1339 minCedarcrest ChurchPrayer & Fasting How do we learn to love well and stand firm in a culture of compromise? Walk with us through the book of Daniel as we see how God would have us walk in a culture like Jesus. 2023-08-0639 min
Cedarcrest ChurchWorship This week we finish up our sermon series on Sabbath by focusing on Worship. 2023-07-3035 minCedarcrest ChurchJoy Stacking 2023-07-2342 minCedarcrest ChurchNo Longer Slaves Who do we serve? Jesus or our schedules? This week we look at the heart behind the Sabbath and how we observe it. 2023-07-1637 minCedarcrest ChurchWhy Sabbath? This new sermon series is all about how honoring the Sabbath as God intended helps us go so much further. 2023-07-0940 min
Cedarcrest ChurchDesigned to Go How do we know when it's time to go? This week we finish our DNA series with a powerful word on hearing Gods Voice 2023-06-2530 minCedarcrest ChurchDesigned to Serve In week 4 of our series, Richard Hopkins takes us through 1 Peter 4. We are designed to serve. 2023-06-1831 minCedarcrest ChurchDesigned For Hope 2023-06-1133 minCedarcrest ChurchDesigned For Devotion Week 2 of our DNA series looks at 1 Peter 2. We see that we are designed to be set apart for devotion to Jesus. 2023-06-0433 minCedarcrest ChurchDesigned For Joy Student Director, Logan Jackson, kicks off our brand new series about how as followers of Jesus, we are designed for more. This week we look at 1 Peter 1 and see that we are designed for joy. 2023-05-2823 min
Cedarcrest ChurchGraduation Sunday 2023-05-2140 min
Cedarcrest ChurchMother's Day 2023 Celebrate Mother's Day with us and be encouraged as we hear from Kelly Vandegriff about the power of our YES to Jesus. 2023-05-1428 min
unSeminary PodcastMoving from Maintenance to Movement in this Season with Van VandegriffWelcome back to the unSeminary podcast. This week we’re talking with Van Vandegriff, lead pastor at Cedarcrest Church in Acworth, Georgia. Van is talking with us today about dealing with COVID and helping people at the church to shift out of neutral and reengage with the mission of the church. Reengage with the mission. // […]2021-09-3025 min
Antioch ATX PodcastThrough The RoofThrough The Roof - Pastor Van Vandegriff2017-07-2531 min