CSM Lessons

Speaker: Anson T (Discipleship & Young Adult Pastor)

Text: Matthew 6:19-21
Theme: In life you can follow yourself, the world, or Christ- His way is always better

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.

Speaker: Nolen Smith (Worship Arts Director)

Text: 1 Peter 1:3–4 

Theme: Jesus is our living hope—His resurrection gives us reason to worship.
Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 15, John 10:10b

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.

Speaker: Brooke Detweiler (Worship Arts Director)

Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18

Theme: Gratitude is a powerful form of worship that changes our perspective. 

Key Verses: Psalm 100:1–5; Hebrews 13:15

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.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: 2 Timothy 3&4

Theme: God’s Word helps us live faithfully from start to finish.

Supporting Verses:
 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 1:2-3

Series Overview

Paul’s letters to Timothy are packed with wisdom for anyone learning to live boldly for Jesus. Written from a mentor to his young protégé, these letters offer real-world advice on leadership, faithfulness, courage, and spiritual maturity. In this 6-week series, students will explore how Timothy was called to lead, stand for truth, honor others, and endure hardship. They'll learn that age doesn’t limit impact when God is at work in someone's life. Each week challenges students to live differently because of their relationship with Jesus, to grow deeper in Scripture, and to live with purpose. Whether students see themselves as leaders or not, these lessons will help them realize God has called them into something bigger—a faith worth fighting for.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: 2 Timothy 1&2

Theme: God has given you everything you need to be brave in your faith.

Supporting Verses:
 2 Timothy 1:6-8; Romans 1:16; James 1:12 

Series Overview

Paul’s letters to Timothy are packed with wisdom for anyone learning to live boldly for Jesus. Written from a mentor to his young protégé, these letters offer real-world advice on leadership, faithfulness, courage, and spiritual maturity. In this 6-week series, students will explore how Timothy was called to lead, stand for truth, honor others, and endure hardship. They'll learn that age doesn’t limit impact when God is at work in someone's life. Each week challenges students to live differently because of their relationship with Jesus, to grow deeper in Scripture, and to live with purpose. Whether students see themselves as leaders or not, these lessons will help them realize God has called them into something bigger—a faith worth fighting for.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)
Text: 1 Timothy 3-6
Theme: Don’t wait to grow up to grow strong in your faith.
Supporting Verses:
 1 Timothy 3:1-13, 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Series Overview

Paul’s letters to Timothy are packed with wisdom for anyone learning to live boldly for Jesus. Written from a mentor to his young protégé, these letters offer real-world advice on leadership, faithfulness, courage, and spiritual maturity. In this 6-week series, students will explore how Timothy was called to lead, stand for truth, honor others, and endure hardship. They'll learn that age doesn’t limit impact when God is at work in someone's life. Each week challenges students to live differently because of their relationship with Jesus, to grow deeper in Scripture, and to live with purpose. Whether students see themselves as leaders or not, these lessons will help them realize God has called them into something bigger—a faith worth fighting for.

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

Text: 1 Timothy 1-2

Theme: God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things when they hold on to Jesus.

Key Verse: 1 Timothy 1:15-17

Series Overview

Paul’s letters to Timothy are packed with wisdom for anyone learning to live boldly for Jesus. Written from a mentor to his young protégé, these letters offer real-world advice on leadership, faithfulness, courage, and spiritual maturity. In this 6-week series, students will explore how Timothy was called to lead, stand for truth, honor others, and endure hardship. They'll learn that age doesn’t limit impact when God is at work in someone's life. Each week challenges students to live differently because of their relationship with Jesus, to grow deeper in Scripture, and to live with purpose. Whether students see themselves as leaders or not, these lessons will help them realize God has called them into something bigger—a faith worth fighting for.

Speaker: Sarah Cunico

Text: Hebrews 12:1-2

Theme: Following Jesus requires intentional dedication—dropping distractions, enduring faithfully, and fixing our eyes on Christ.

Key Verse: Luke 9:23, Romans 5:1-5, John 15:4

Lesson Overview

This lesson challenges students to “press on” in their faith by embracing the three D’s of dedication: dropping distractions, demonstrating endurance, and dwelling on Jesus. Using Hebrews 12:1–2, it reminds us that faith is not passive but an active race that requires focus, perseverance, and daily surrender. Through personal story and Scripture, students are invited to examine what may be holding them back and to remember that endurance is formed through trust in Christ. Ultimately, the lesson points us to Jesus—the one who endured the cross for us and is worthy of our full attention and devotion.

Speaker: Luke Wenrich (Worship Arts Director-Milford)

Text: Psalm 98:4–9; Luke 1:46–55 

Theme: Jesus brings joy to the world—and it begins in the heart of anyone willing to make room for Him. 

Key Verse: Isaiah 9:6

Series Overview

Christmas is full of music—on the radio, in stores, at church—but we rarely pause to reflect on the deep truths behind the lyrics. In this two-week Christmas series, Christmas Playlist, we’ll look closely at two powerful songs of the season: Joy to the World and Silent Night. Each song carries a timeless truth about Jesus' birth and what it means for us today. Through Scripture, discussion, and worship, students will be invited to move past the noise of the season and focus on the peace and joy found in Christ. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or excited, stressed or still, Jesus’ arrival brings hope for every heart. Let’s listen closely and discover the story behind the songs we sing.

Speaker: Jeremy Vorce (Youth Pastor)

Text: Nehemiah 13

Theme: Faithfulness is a lifelong journey, not a single event.

Key Verse: Philippians 1:6

Supporting Verse: Hebrews 12:1–2

Series Overview

Life is messy. Friendships, family, emotions, and even faith can fall apart. The story of Ezra and Nehemiah reminds us that God specializes in rebuilding. He stirs hearts, calls His people to action, and invites us to trust Him throughout the process. This 8-week series journeys through key moments in Ezra and Nehemiah, highlighting worship, leadership, obedience, confession, and perseverance. Students will be challenged to see that God wants to rebuild their lives, and they have an active role in that work. Each week connects biblical truth with practical application and meaningful conversations to make faith real and relevant. Our prayer is that students leave knowing that God is faithful to rebuild what is broken.