SERMON RESOURCES
RESOURCES FROM THIS WEEK'S SERMON
Here, you can find resources mentioned by the teaching pastors in recent sermons, the Sermon Discussion Guide, or this week's outline.

THIS WEEK'S SERMON NOTES
Title: Empower the Poor
Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:1-15
Why People Get __________
How Israel ___________ Poverty
Principles for _____________ Poverty
How We __________ Poverty
DIGNITY REVOLUTION RECOMMENDATIONS
Scroll to see overall series recommendations or click below to skip to sermon-specific information.

NEW PODCAST
Present Tense is a podcast from Christ Community Church that helps Christians think biblically about the social and cultural questions shaping our world. Hosted by co-lead pastors Clayton Keenon, Eric Ferris, and Ben Chambers, the show takes Scripture seriously, engages hard issues honestly, and refuses easy answers. God has something to say about our world, but it takes more than a soundbite to say it.
SERIES RECOMMENDED BOOKS
- The Dignity Revolution by Daniel Darling
- Being God’s Image by Carmen Imes
- Bearing God’s Name by Carmen Imes
To see issue-specific book recommendations, scroll down to see lists for each sermon in this series.

HELP SHOW OTHERS DIGNITY
At the Community Impact webpage, you can find Christ Community's community partners campus-by-campus.
To see issue-specific partners, scroll down to see lists for each sermon in this series.
“VALUE EVERY LIFE” | November 7 & 8
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
- Why Pro-Life? by Randy Alcorn
- Love Unleashes Life by Stephanie Gray Connors
- The Case for Life by Scott Klusendorf

HEALING AFTER ABORTION
The St. Charles/South Elgin Campus offers a Healing After Abortion support and recovery group. Women who have had an abortion can feel the weight of shame and regret. This Bible-based, eight-week study helps participants seek hope and healing in their relationship with God. Each week covers a new topic with Scripture-focused homework, personal reflection, and practical application. Join us to lean into the peace Jesus offers. Click below to learn more about Care Night; please contact caring@ccclife.org about information regarding this group.
“WELCOME THE FOREIGNER” | October 31 & November 1
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
- The Bible and Borders by Daniel Carroll
- Welcoming the Stranger by Matthew Soerens & Jenny Yang
COMMUNITY IMPACT REFUGEE & IMMIGRATION PARTNERS
FREQUENT SERMON MENTIONS

FOLLOW OUR DAILY BIBLE-READING PLAN
The Bible Savvy reading plan has been put together thoughtfully so that the length and order of the readings make sense. The schedule works through a book five days a week with a Psalm or Proverb on the weekends.

GOD'S GOOD NEWS
See and share an online version of Christ Community's God's Good News booklet.
“Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent” (John 17:3).

LEARN ABOUT THE CURRENT CAMPAIGN
Every one of us at Christ Community Church has the opportunity to put churches in communities that need a healthy, gospel-proclaiming, church like Christ Community.

FIND YOUR NEXT STEP
With the "What's My Next Step?" discipleship guide, you can take some time to reflect on where you are in your discipleship journey with God.

HAVE YOU PARTICIPATED IN ROOTED?
NEW TO THE CHURCH? NEW TO FAITH? NEEDING COMMUNITY?
Rooted is our church's 10-week, group-based experience that will help you develop Christ-centered rhythms to deepen your connection with God, the church, and your purpose. Each week of Rooted focuses on topics and rhythms essential to living as a disciple of Jesus. You will learn about God and prayer, suffering and repentance, serving and generous living, sharing your story and worship, all through the lens of God's Word.

JUST SURRENDERED TO CHRIST?
Click below for an online version of the First Steps Packet or to request a free physical copy of the packet, which includes a New Testament Bible.