Church Unplugged

On this episode of Church Unplugged, we're discussing spiritual gifts. If you've ever wondered why some spiritual gifts are practiced and others are not, or how spiritual gifts work, this episode is for you!

In this episode of Church Unplugged, we sit down with the Director of Orchard NEO: Steve Hyatt. Orchard NEO is our church-planting ministry. Tune in as we get to know Steve, learn how God has moved in his life, and hear about his new role at CCC.

In this episode of Church Unplugged, we sit down with another new resident church planter: John Twymon. Tune in as we get to know John, learn how God has moved in his life, and hear about his new role at CCC.

In this episode of Church Unplugged, we sit down with our new resident church planter: Lentrail Abston. Tune in as we get to know this Cleveland native, learn how God has moved in his life, and hear about his new role at CCC.

In this episode of Church Unplugged, we’re discussing what modern-day idolatry looks like. How should we as Christians look at the idols that may exist in our lives?

In recent news, there has been conversation around the leak of the Supreme Court’s draft opinion of Roe v. Wade. In this episode of Church Unplugged, we discuss how Christians should approach abortion.

Have you ever wondered why we sing in church? In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're answering that question and discussing the importance of raising our voices together in praise of God.

As a Christian parent, one of the most important joys is when your child comes to know and love Jesus. In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're discussing raising Christian kids. 

In this episode of Church Unplugged, we address the current war in Ukraine. While this is a sensitive and complex subject, it's important that we as Christians know how to respond.

The American Church as a whole has been experiencing members leaving the church in record numbers. In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're discussing what are good reasons to leave a church, and how to exit gracefully.

How do you know when you’re ready for marriage? We have all heard the phrase, “When you know, you know!” but flippancy aside, there are many serious considerations before entering the sacred union of man and wife. In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're discussing how to know you're ready for the covenant of marriage.

Have you ever asked the question, "Am I called to ministry?"? In this episode of Church Unplugged, we're diving into how to know if God has called you to ministry as a career.

In this episode of Church Unplugged, we talk about how Christians ought to respond to the government and civic authorities in a way that is honoring to God.

There is a lot of talk in our culture about toxic leadership both inside and outside the church. Rather than talking about toxicity, in today's episode of Church Unplugged, the CCC Leadership Team takes a look at what healthy leadership should look like and how we as Christians can know that our leaders are healthy. Listen in to hear more!

Have you ever had a hard time envisioning the Bible as one cohesive story? In today’s episode, the CCC Leadership Team shows us why it’s important that Jesus is at the center of the Bible and how this changes the way we read and respond to the biblical text in our day-to-day lives. As we see Jesus at the center of each story, we will find ways to practically keep him at the center of ours too. Listen in for more! 

What is church membership, and why does it matter? Tune in to hear CCC Leadership define church membership, consider where we find it in the Bible, and discuss how it contributes to a healthy church.

In case you missed it, our lead pastor, Joe Coffey, took a sabbatical for the past three months. This time off was a gift from CCC elders to allow Joe and his wife time to relax, restore, and prepare for their continued ministry! Tune into this episode of Church Unplugged as Pastor Joe shares how he felt about going on a sabbatical, what he did, and what God taught him.

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Christians may recognize these as the fruit of the Spirit listed in Galatians. But, how do we cultivate and grow this fruit in our lives? How do we spot it in others and seek to nurture it in ourselves? In this episode, CCC Staff shows us that the fruit of the Spirit is never cultivated by our mere willpower. Instead, as we walk with the Spirit and stay connected to the True Vine (John 15), we find that fruit grows when we live in alliance with Christ. 

Have you ever struggled with the biblical sexual ethic? Christianity and culture can often clash on the topic of sexuality. So what does the Bible truly teach about sex? How does Jesus’ love for us and the gospel relate to this topic? At the heart of this discussion is an important question we must ask ourselves: Can we trust God in this area of our lives? In today’s podcast episode, CCC staff unpacks what the Bible has to say about sex in the context of marriage and what that means for how we live our lives. 

As Christians, we know it's important to integrate our faith into our family life, but how can we make that happen? Perhaps more importantly, how can we make that happen in a way that feels enjoyable and authentic rather than something that your kids dread? These are all questions that the CCC Leadership team tackles in the newest episode of Church Unplugged. Tune in for practical tips and encouragement on how to be a family shaped by the gospel!