CSM Lessons

Speaker: Jeremy V (Youth pastor)

Text: Exodus 20:8-10, Genesis 2:2-3

Theme: Rest is not laziness — it's obedience.

Series Overview:

Our church's mission is Practicing the Way of Jesus Together. This 9-week series unpacks that mission one practice at a time. Each week focuses on a spiritual discipline that Jesus Himself modeled — Sabbath, Silence & Solitude, Fasting, Prayer, Scripture, Witness, Community, Service, and Hospitality. Students will see how Jesus practiced each one, understand why it matters for their own growth, and be given practical next steps to build these into their lives.

Speaker: Jeremy V (Youth pastor)

Text: James 1:5

Theme: It's okay to have questions — but then you should actually look for answers.

Series Overview:

Dating, identity, relationships, love — these are topics students are already navigating whether we talk about them or not. This 4-week series addresses the foundational questions that come long before the "sex and purity talk": What is love? Who am I? Who should I date? And is it okay to have questions? Each week engages students with biblical truth applied practically to the real world of middle and high school relationships.

Speaker: Jeremy V (Youth pastor)

Text: Proverbs 11:14

Theme: Wise decisions in relationships start with asking the right people.

Key Verses: Ephesians 6:1–3, Proverbs 16:3, Proverbs 15:22, Matthew 19:4-5, Jeremiah 17:4

Series Overview:

Dating, identity, relationships, love — these are topics students are already navigating whether we talk about them or not. This 4-week series addresses the foundational questions that come long before the "sex and purity talk": What is love? Who am I? Who should I date? And is it okay to have questions? Each week engages students with biblical truth applied practically to the real world of middle and high school relationships.

Speaker: Anson T (Pastor of Discipleship and Young Adults)

Text: Galatians 3:28

Theme: When we look for identity in anything other than God, it will eventually fail us.

Key Verses: Galatians 3:28, Psalm 139:13–14, Genesis 1:27

Series Overview:

Dating, identity, relationships, love — these are topics students are already navigating whether we talk about them or not. This 4-week series addresses the foundational questions that come long before the "sex and purity talk": What is love? Who am I? Who should I date? And is it okay to have questions? Each week engages students with biblical truth applied practically to the real world of middle and high school relationships.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: 1 Corinthians 13:3–8

Theme: Love has a real meaning and design—and our culture has twisted it.

Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 13:3–8, John 15:13, 1 John 4:7–8

Series Overview:

Dating, identity, relationships, love — these are topics students are already navigating whether we talk about them or not. This 4-week series addresses the foundational questions that come long before the "sex and purity talk": What is love? Who am I? Who should I date? And is it okay to have questions? Each week engages students with biblical truth applied practically to the real world of middle and high school relationships.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Theme: Youth group exists to help students grow up—spiritually, relationally, and personally.

Key Verses: Proverbs 22:6, Luke 2:52, Ephesians 4:14–15

Series Overview:

What is youth group actually for? In this one-week kickoff, we set the tone for the entire year. Students are in a unique and important season of life—moving from childhood toward adulthood—and this message helps them understand that youth group is not just a place to hang out, but a community designed to help them grow. Using 1 Corinthians 13:11 as our anchor, we'll challenge students to take ownership of their faith and take real steps toward maturity.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: Colossians 3:1–4:6

Theme: Knowing Jesus changes how we live—from habits to relationships.

Key Verses: Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 12:2

Series Overview:

In a world full of distractions, Colossians calls us to stay GROWING in Jesus. This 3-week series helps students discover the supremacy of Christ, the freedom found in Him, the transformation that comes with knowing Him, and the impact of letting Him lead every part of life. Written by Paul to a church he’d never met, this short but powerful letter answers a big question: What does it look like to live a life centered on Jesus? Students will explore identity, faith, relationships, and growth. Each week includes practical challenges, engaging discussion questions, and take-home applications to reinforce the message beyond youth group.

Speaker: Ethan Kraus (CSM Intern)

Text: Colossians 2:6-10

Theme: Faith isn’t about rules or trends—it’s about growing in Jesus.

Key Verses: Luke 10:27

Series Overview:

In a world full of distractions, Colossians calls us to stay GROWING in Jesus. This 3-week series helps students discover the supremacy of Christ, the freedom found in Him, the transformation that comes with knowing Him, and the impact of letting Him lead every part of life. Written by Paul to a church he’d never met, this short but powerful letter answers a big question: What does it look like to live a life centered on Jesus? Students will explore identity, faith, relationships, and growth. Each week includes practical challenges, engaging discussion questions, and take-home applications to reinforce the message beyond youth group.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: Colossians 1:15–20

Theme: Jesus is first, above all things. Our lives begin and grow in Him.

Key Verses: John 1:1–3, Hebrews 1:3, Philippians 2:9–11

Series Overview:

In a world full of distractions, Colossians calls us to stay GROWING in Jesus. This 3-week series helps students discover the supremacy of Christ, the freedom found in Him, the transformation that comes with knowing Him, and the impact of letting Him lead every part of life. Written by Paul to a church he’d never met, this short but powerful letter answers a big question: What does it look like to live a life centered on Jesus? Students will explore identity, faith, relationships, and growth. Each week includes practical challenges, engaging discussion questions, and take-home applications to reinforce the message beyond youth group.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: Job 1:21

Theme: True peace and worship come from trusting God even when life is hard. 

Key Verses: Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 46:1-3

Series Overview:

Music has a unique way of connecting our hearts to truth. In this four-week series, Behind the Music, we’ll explore the lyrics of four powerful worship songs to discover the biblical truths that inspired them. Each week, we'll take a closer look at a song’s meaning, study Scripture that supports its message, and unpack how the lyrics can help us grow in our relationship with God. Whether students are familiar with these songs or hearing them for the first time, the goal is to help them worship more deeply—with both their hearts and minds. From surrender and trust to joy and hope, this series helps students understand that worship is more than just music—it’s a response to who God is. Get ready to go deeper and learn what’s really behind the music.