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Weekly messages from Pastor Bobby Gourley at Christ Chapel in Florence, Alabama. Christ Chapel, our mission is to AWAKEN and EMPOWER you to live and love like Jesus. We desire to see each person experience their own spiritual awakening to the truth of the gospel and the power of the Holy Spirit. We want to see every person be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live and love like Jesus in their everyday lives. Each Sunday, we spend intentional time in worship, prayer and the Word. We pray you are awakened and empowered by the Holy Spirit to live and love like Jesus today!

  1. Jun 16

    The Suddenly of God // Acts 2:1-4 // Bobby Gourley

    What if the breakthrough you're praying for is already in motion?In Acts 2, the Holy Spirit came suddenly—but that moment had been building for centuries. God's promises often come with three things: a word, a waiting room, and a suddenly. In this message, we'll discover why God's timing rarely matches our expectations, how to remain faithful in seasons of waiting, and what it looks like to trust Him when nothing seems to be happening.If you're waiting on a promise, praying for a breakthrough, or wondering if God has forgotten you, this message is for you.Subscribe for more messages and content from Christ Chapel, and be sure to share this message with someone who needs encouragement today.#ChristChapel #Pentecost #HolySpirit #Faith #WaitingOnGod #Breakthrough #Acts2 #ChristianSermon

    42 min

  2. Jun 11

    Special Guest Speaker: John Prominski at Christ Chapel // June 7th, 2026

    Thank you for joining us for this special message from guest speaker John Prominski!Pastor John has faithfully served as the lead pastor of Restore Church in Ionia, Michigan, for nearly three decades. Throughout his ministry, he has been committed to helping people experience the transforming power of Jesus Christ, leading a church centered on restoration, healing, and life change. His passion for God's Word and heart for people have impacted countless individuals, families, and church leaders over the years.In this message, Pastor John brings biblical truth with clarity, wisdom, and practical application for everyday life. Whether you are exploring faith, growing in your walk with Christ, or seeking encouragement for the season you're in, we believe this sermon will challenge and strengthen you.We pray this message helps you take your next step with Jesus.If this sermon encouraged you, be sure to like the video, share it with a friend, and let us know in the comments what spoke to you most.🔔 Subscribe to the Christ Chapel channel for weekly sermons, worship, testimonies, and resources designed to help you grow in your faith and stay connected to what God is doing through our church.#ChristChapel #JohnProminski #RestoreChurch #Sermon #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #JesusChrist #Faith #Gospel #ChurchOnline #ChristianLiving #BibleStudy #Worship #HopeInChrist #SundaySermon #ChristianYouTube #Church #FaithJourney #FollowJesus #BiblicalTruth

    34 min

  3. Jun 2

    How to Bless Your Kids // Mark 10:13-16 // Bobby Gourley

    Many parents spend years making sure their children are fed, clothed, educated, and protected. All of those things matter. But when your children are grown, there is a good chance they won't remember every meal you cooked, every bill you paid, or every ride you gave them. They will remember how you made them feel about themselves.Every child is asking questions like: Do I matter? Am I loved? Am I enough? Is there a purpose for my life? And whether we realize it or not, parents answer those questions every day with their words, their actions, and their presence.In Gospel of Mark 10:13-16, people bring children to Jesus, and the disciples try to send them away. Jesus is indignant. He pulls the children close, places His hands on them, and blesses them. In a world that often overlooked children, Jesus stopped everything to show their value.This message explores what it means to bless the next generation and why one of the greatest gifts you can give your children isn't money, success, or opportunity—it's a blessing.We'll discover:-- Why followers of Jesus should remove barriers instead of creating them-- What Jesus' response to the children reveals about God's heart-- Why the Kingdom of God belongs to those who come with childlike trust-- How a blessing can shape identity, purpose, and destiny for generationsDrawing from both Scripture and practical wisdom, we'll unpack five elements of a meaningful blessing:-- Meaningful touch-- Spoken words-- Attaching high value-- Picturing a special future-- Active commitmentBecause children don't just need provision. They need affirmation. They need direction. They need someone speaking God's truth over their lives. The words you speak today may become the voice they carry for the rest of their lives.If this message encourages you, subscribe to stay connected and share it with a parent, grandparent, teacher, or mentor who wants to invest in the next generation.#Parenting #Family #BlessYourKids #ChristianParenting #FaithAtHome #Mark10 #SpiritualLegacy #ChurchOnline #Jesus #FamilyMinistry

    1 hr

  4. May 26

    The Holy Spirit is With Us, In Us, and Fills Us // Acts 2:1-4 // Bobby Gourley

    A lot of people believe in the Holy Spirit… but live like He’s barely involved in their life.Not because they reject Him— but because they’ve never really understood how He relates to them. So He becomes abstract. Distant. Occasional. But in Scripture, the Holy Spirit is not distant at all—He is active, personal, and progressively closer than most people realize.In this message, we unpack what Jesus reveals in Gospel of John 14:16–17 and what unfolds in Acts 2—that there are three distinct ways the Holy Spirit relates to people:With you. In you. Filling you.We walk through each one: With you — The Spirit is present with every person, pursuing, drawing, hovering over the chaos of our lives (Genesis 1:2)In you — At salvation, the Spirit doesn’t just come near—He takes up residence (1 Corinthians 6:19)Filling you — Not just presence, but power; not just indwelling, but overflow (Acts 2:4, Ephesians 5:18)New power for what God’s called you to doA life that impacts others, not just yourselfDeeper love, stronger prayer, clearer guidance, real confidenceThis message brings clarity to what can often feel confusing or distant—and shows that the Spirit-filled life isn’t reserved for a few, it’s the normal life God intended for every believer.We also talk through what changes when you’re filled:And ultimately, the question the early church kept asking still stands today:Have you received the Holy Spirit?If this message helps you understand who the Holy Spirit is and how He works in your life, subscribe and share it with someone who’s ready to go deeper.#HolySpirit #SpiritFilled #ChristianLife #Faith #BibleTeaching #ChurchOnline #SpiritualGrowth

    49 min

  5. May 12

    Mother's Day at Chapel 2026 // Special Mothers Panel Discussion

    Motherhood looks different in every season of life — but wisdom is always worth sharing. In this conversation, five moms from Christ Chapel sit down to talk honestly about parenting, faith, family, challenges, and what they’ve learned along the way.Whether you’re raising toddlers, parenting teenagers, preparing for motherhood, or looking back on years of experience, we hope these stories encourage you and remind you that you’re not walking through this season alone.If this video encouraged you, make sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss new content from Christ Chapel.Join us every Sunday at Christ Chapel.#Motherhood #ChristianMotherhood #Moms #Parenting #FaithAndFamily #ChristianParenting #ChurchCommunity #MotherhoodJourney #FamilyFaith #ChristChapel

    47 min

  6. May 5

    You Can't Raise Godly Kids Without This // Hebrews 12:5-11 // Bobby Gourley

    You can’t raise godly kids without discipline—but not the kind most people think.In Hebrews 12:5–11, we see that discipline is not punishment—it’s proof of love and relationship. God’s discipline shapes us, corrects us, and leads us toward who we’re called to be. And that becomes the model for how we parent.This message challenges different parenting styles—from controlling to passive—and calls us toward something better: being a shepherd. Not perfect, but intentional. Not just managing behavior, but shaping character.We walk through what biblical discipline actually looks like—why it matters, how it works, and how to do it in a way that builds connection instead of breaking it. Discipline isn’t something you do to your child, but for your child.You’ll also get practical tools like the “connect, correct, connect” framework and the four pillars of discipline: unity, consistency, love, and firmness.If you want to raise kids who are grounded, guided, and prepared for life, this message will help you stay focused on the right goal.Subscribe to the channel for more teachings and updates.#ChristianParenting #BiblicalDiscipline #Hebrews12 #ParentingWithPurpose #FaithAtHome #RaisingKids #FamilyFaith #NextGeneration

    48 min

  7. Apr 27

    Keep Feeding Them // Hebrews 12:11 // Special Guest Pete Key

    Parenting isn’t just about getting kids through today—it’s about preparing them for who they are becoming.In this message, special guest speaker and friend of Chapel, Pete Key, takes a look at what it means to keep feeding them—feeding your children vision, identity, and purpose. Because what you give them now shapes who they become later.We talk about the pain of parenting, why discipline and boundaries matter, and some common mistakes parents make—from giving presents over presence to rescuing kids from every hard moment. Sometimes what feels hard now is what produces strength later.This message also explores what we are depositing into our children through our words, our example, our correction, and our prayers. Parenting is not just protecting children from discomfort, but helping form resilient, faith-filled adults with a sense of calling.If you’re raising kids, leading a family, or investing in the next generation, this message will help you stay focused on what matters most.Subscribe to the channel for more teachings and updates.#ChristianParenting #KeepFeedingThem #BiblicalParenting #FamilyFaith #ParentingWithPurpose #FaithAtHome #RaisingKids #NextGeneration

    44 min

  8. Apr 21

    Parenting with Grace // Titus 2:11-12 // Bobby Gourley

    Most parents feel like they need a reset. But God doesn’t call you to start over—He calls you to depend on grace right where you are.In Titus 2:11–12, we see that grace doesn’t just forgive—it trains, shapes, and strengthens us for everyday life. This message explores the balance between law and grace in parenting. Rules matter, but they can’t change the heart. Grace is what transforms.We look at how to avoid two extremes—too much control or too little direction—and how to create a home that is both structured and life-giving. Grace doesn’t remove responsibility; it empowers it.This message also speaks to three key relationships: how you parent your kids, how you process your past with your parents, and how you view yourself as a parent. Healing, growth, and change all flow from grace.If parenting feels heavy or uncertain, this will help you refocus on what matters most.Subscribe to the channel for more teachings and updates.#ChristianParenting #ParentingWithGrace #Titus2 #FaithAtHome #BiblicalParenting #GraceOverPerfection #FamilyFaith #GospelCentered

    54 min
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Weekly messages from Pastor Bobby Gourley at Christ Chapel in Florence, Alabama. Christ Chapel, our mission is to AWAKEN and EMPOWER you to live and love like Jesus. We desire to see each person experience their own spiritual awakening to the truth of the gospel and the power of the Holy Spirit. We want to see every person be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live and love like Jesus in their everyday lives. Each Sunday, we spend intentional time in worship, prayer and the Word. We pray you are awakened and empowered by the Holy Spirit to live and love like Jesus today!

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  • Creator
    Bobby Gourley - Christ Chapel
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    220
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Bobby Gourley - Christ Chapel
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