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Pastor Josh McPherson sits down with his sons, Levi and Gideon, to compare their favorite books and build the ultimate summer reading list. Through war stories, Christian classics, historical adventures, biographies, Westerns, and fantasy, they discuss the books that have shaped their faith, leadership, courage, imagination, and understanding of manhood—all while competing to see who brought the most original picks.

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How can parents teach their children to recognize gossip, discern trustworthy influencers, and navigate the confusing voices of the online world? How does a young man prepare for marriage?

In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson sits down with his son Levi to discuss spiritual authority, conservative "Christian" podcasters, rejection in relationships, Paul’s teaching on singleness, getting married young, and the importance of humility, community, and godly counsel. Listen to Pastor Josh unpack your questions about parenting, marriage, and singleness.

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In this conclusion to the book of Nehemiah, Pastor Josh McPherson teaches from Nehemiah 13 about the danger of spiritual drift and the importance of finishing well. Although Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls and led the people through remarkable reform, compromise quickly returned when constant care and courageous leadership disappeared. The book ends with Nehemiah pleading, “Remember me with favor, my God”—a whispered prayer that foreshadows the better Reformer.

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God’s people repeatedly sinned, repented, and promised to do better—but their resolve was never enough. In this sermon from Nehemiah 9, Pastor Josh McPherson explains how Israel’s history reveals both the faithfulness of God and the inability of humanity to save itself. The answer is not to try harder, but to trust completely in Jesus Christ.

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Pastor Josh McPherson teaches from Nehemiah 8 about the power of God’s Word to awaken individuals, reform cultures, and shape nations. When people forget God, they lose the story they are living in and become vulnerable to destructive lies. But when Scripture is publicly proclaimed, clearly explained, and faithfully obeyed, it produces conviction, worship, gratitude, reformation, and the joy of the Lord.

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In this message from Nehemiah 6–7, Pastor Josh McPherson preaches on the completion of Jerusalem’s wall and the ongoing call of God’s people to keep building. The Christian life is marked by wins, losses, and onward obedience. Even after great victories, critics remain and enemies intimidate, but the work must continue. Through the story of Nehemiah and reflections on Freedom Con, Pastor Josh calls Christians to celebrate what God has done, fear God more than man, and keep rebuilding the ruins for the glory of Christ.

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Tim Barton, the legendary historian and president of WallBuilders, takes us through a powerful history lesson on America’s founding, the Great Awakenings, and the pastors who helped shape the nation through biblical preaching and courageous discipleship. From John Wise and George Whitefield to the Black-Robed Regiment, this message reminds us that revival becomes awakening when Christians apply the Word of God to every part of life.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
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In this message, Pastor Josh McPherson casts vision for Freedom Con (starting this Friday!) and explains why this moment matters for our church, our state, and the next generation. The message also features a group of Gen Z speakers from Vector West University, giving a powerful preview of the talks they will bring this Saturday—calling young men to reject the lies of their generation and rise in truth, discipline, gratitude, humility, and courage.

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In this sermon from Nehemiah 6, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how the enemy uses opportunity, criticism, fear, and temptation to pull God’s people off the wall of their calling. Like Nehemiah, Christians must learn to say, “I am doing a great work and cannot come down,” refusing to live for the approval of man and staying focused on obeying Jesus no matter the cost.

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In Nehemiah 5, we see that the greatest threat to God's people is not opposition from the outside, but sin and division from within. Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how godly leaders confront injustice with both justice and mercy. Churches, families, and nations are strengthened when sin is addressed, justice is pursued, and leaders lead by example.

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Pastor Josh preaches from Book of Nehemiah chapter 4 on the reality of spiritual opposition and the call to “work hard and make war.” This sermon is a powerful challenge to Christians to stand firm under criticism, fight for their families, rebuild what’s broken, and remain faithful to Jesus even when facing resistance. There needs to be a recovery of the spiritual 'spine' in the Church today... Jesus did not guarantee that you will be liked.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
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In this episode, Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson tackle some of the biggest questions Christian families are asking today. From youth sports and parenting priorities to grandparents, family boundaries, and preparing young men and women for marriage, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and biblical insight.

How do parents know when it’s time to “get off the train” of endless activities and travel sports? What should families do when grandparents undermine the values they’re trying to build at home? How can young men and women prepare themselves for a healthy, God-honoring marriage? Josh and Sharon dive into each topic with honesty, humor, and years of real-life parenting experience.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
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Should Christian parents shelter their kids from the difficult parts of Scripture? Can youth sports become an idol in the home? In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon tackle two massive parenting questions: how to teach kids the Bible in an age-appropriate way, and how to keep sports, success, and performance from replacing Christ at the center of the family. Honest stories, practical parenting wisdom, and a powerful conversation about identity, discipleship, and raising kids who truly love Jesus.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
REGISTER: https://www.FreedomCon26.com

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Pastor Josh McPherson sits down with Seth Gruber, the founder of The White Rose Resistance, for one of the most intense conversations yet on Stronger Man Nation. From abortion and the collapse of Western civilization to the role of the Church in resisting cultural evil, this episode dives deep into theology, history, and what it means to stand firm in a collapsing culture. Seth shares the vision behind White Rose Resistance, the story behind his new film The Last Stand, and why he believes Christians are living in a defining moment for the future of the West, aka Christendom.

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https://thewhiterose.life/
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What does it take to rebuild what’s broken when opposition, criticism, and resistance rise against you? Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks eight marks of godly leadership through the life of Nehemiah. This sermon is a call to stop sitting on the sidelines and start rebuilding the ruins in our hearts, homes, churches, and nation—no matter the cost.

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In this honest and practical conversation, Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon answer tough parenting questions every family faces: Should sports ever take priority over church? Are we sheltering our kids too much? How do we raise children with strong values in a culture pulling them the opposite direction?

Drawing from years of ministry and parenting, they unpack how time reveals priorities, why not all “good” things are equal, and how parents can intentionally shape their kids’ hearts. This episode will challenge you to think deeply about what you’re modeling—and what your kids are actually absorbing.

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Why should pastors come to Freedom Con? Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor Kyle McMullen call pastors out of isolation and into bold, biblical leadership. From tackling discouragement and fear to rethinking the church’s role in politics & statesmanship, this episode is a rally cry. If you’ve felt alone, uncertain, or hesitant to speak truth—this is your invitation to step up and stand firm.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
REGISTER: https://www.FreedomCon26.com

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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson and Sharon dive deep into the heart of biblical parenting—what discipline really means, why consistency matters, and how to raise children who thrive. From setting clear standards in the home to modeling repentance and building strong community, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and honest insight. Parents of young children... LISTEN UP!

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
REGISTER: https://www.FreedomCon26.com

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What does it look like to follow God when the path isn’t clear? In this message from Nehemiah 2, Pastor Josh McPherson teaches how prayer, planning, and trusting God’s providence come together in the life of a believer. Learn how to step out in faith, rebuild what’s broken, and recognize God’s hand at work—even in the ordinary moments.

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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson and Sharon McPherson walk through some of the most pressing questions parents face today. They cover everything from the role of dads in the home to how to build meaningful relationships with your kids, respond to difficult family situations, and shape a healthy family culture. With a straightforward and biblical approach, this conversation pushes back on cultural norms and encourages parents to lead their homes with strength, wisdom, and intentionality.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson sits down with his wife Sharon, and their sister-in-law Tarah, to talk about the impact of men’s conferences—and why they matter more than ever. From powerful testimonies of restored marriages to practical ways women can encourage, pray for, and support their husbands, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and real-life application. Women, this is an invitation to support your man and get him to the conference.

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When should you start disciplining your kids—and what does biblical discipline actually look like? In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon break down parenting through a biblical lens: correcting both behavior and heart, establishing clear standards, and raising children to obey quickly, happily, and completely. They also tackle boundaries with extended family and how to protect your child’s heart, influence, and environment. This is practical, direct, and rooted in Scripture—parenting that aims for wisdom, not chaos.

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What does it take to raise strong, faithful men in today’s culture? In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson and Adam James sit down with their sons to talk about biblical manhood, father-son relationships, and the importance of stepping into responsibility early. From marriage and work to faith and leadership, this conversation casts a compelling vision for young men—and challenges fathers to intentionally raise them. Plus, hear why the upcoming Freedom Conference at the Gorge is a must-attend event for men who want to grow, lead, and make an impact.

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In this episode, the conversation walks through hard, real-life marriage questions with honesty and pastoral clarity. Pastor Josh and his wife Sharon address how couples should think about multiple miscarriages and life-threatening pregnancy complications, how to respond when marital conflict turns heated, when to seek wise counsel, and how a husband can prioritize his wife during long work hours.

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman | An American Congress of Christian Men
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
REGISTER: https://www.FreedomCon26.com

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This message from Pastor Josh McPherson is a bold call to action for men of faith: stop sitting on the sidelines and start living with purpose. Through the example of Nehemiah, we see that God gives burdens not to crush us—but to mobilize us. Christianity is not about escape, but engagement. As we prepare for Freedom Conference, this sermon will challenge you to carry what breaks God’s heart, pray with conviction, and step into your role as a leader in your home, church, and nation.

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Join us for an unfiltered conversation on the attack on America’s foundation and the rise of the statesman at the Freedom Conference 2026. Fathers and pastors, Josh McPherson and Adam James break down why the Gorge Amphitheater is about to become ground zero for biblical brotherhood, and real statesmanship this Father’s Day weekend. From the skyscraper analogy that will wake you up to the sheriff-coroner power fact that will blow your mind, this is the call Christian men have been waiting for.

Freedom Conference 2026 – Rise of the Statesman & American Congress of Christian Men

Father’s Day Weekend | June 19-20, 2026 | The Gorge Amphitheatre, George, WA

Speakers: John Lovell, Eric Metaxas, Mark Driscoll, Graham Allen, Pastor Russell Johnson, David Crowder live, and more. Camp on site, bring your sons, make it a legacy road trip. Get your tickets now before they’re gone. 63 days away — let’s go!

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Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon have a real, unfiltered conversation on marriage, work, and what it actually takes to build a life together. From why “balance” is the wrong goal, to how young men know they’re ready for marriage, this episode tackles modern misconceptions with biblical clarity and practical wisdom.

Questions Answered:

Maintaining a Work/Life Balance in Marriage
How Does a Young Man Know He's Ready to be Ready?
Friends of the Opposite Sex While Married
How a Wife Overcomes Resentment Against Her Husband

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Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman
June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington
REGISTER: https://www.FreedomCon26.com

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Dr. Frank Turek was standing just 25 feet away when Charlie Kirk was assassinated on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University. In this raw, heartfelt interview, Turek shares the full eyewitness story: the final walks and conversations with Charlie about government, the resurrection, family, and marriage; the chaotic moments after the shot; the desperate drive to the hospital while holding Charlie; the surgeon's words; and Charlie’s grieving widow Erika Kirk's strength and call to continue the mission. Turek also addresses the conspiracy theories swirling around the tragedy (including attacks on Erika), why Occam's Razor points to a lone radicalized shooter, Charlie's humility and time management as a mentor figure, and how this "impact event" has amplified the gospel. He pivots to the big questions: Why does God allow evil? How does the cross reconcile justice and love? And why Charlie is in heaven not because of his accomplishments, but because of Jesus' sacrifice. A powerful tribute to a young man who lived boldly for Christ, united conservatives, and inspired a generation. Watch till the end for Turek's gospel presentation from the memorial service and reflections on courage, grief, and legacy.

If this moves you, share it — Charlie would want the truth and the gospel to keep spreading.

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41,000 Votes Will FLIP Washington State – Why It’s NOT a Lost Cause | Road to the Gorge Ep. 1

Christian men of Washington and America — enough is enough.

In this explosive first episode of Road to Freedom Con, we expose the truth: Washington State is not a lost cause. Despite 42 years of unbroken Democrat single-party rule, the data proves we are just one strong turnout away from taking back the legislature.

We break down the hard numbers on 10 swing districts where the margin of defeat is under 4%. Just 41,000 total votes (an average of about 4,000 per district) would flip the House and Senate, giving Republicans majorities and shutting down the radical agenda coming out of Olympia.

We’re done with the defeatist lie that “my vote doesn’t matter” and “King County always wins.” Hope deferred makes the heart sick — but real strategies produce real hope.

This is about more than politics. It’s about nameless, faceless bureaucracies choking good men — making it nearly impossible to buy a home (82% of Washingtonians can’t afford one), start a business, raise a family, or leave an inheritance. Government greed, out-of-control regulations, and policies that fund wickedness are driving producers out while destroying future opportunity.

We’re calling Christian men to rise as statesmen — the culminating role after being faithful family men, businessmen, and churchmen. It’s time to return to the civic arena, protect God-given rights, and fight for our families and future.

That’s why we’re launching Freedom Con 2026: Rise of the Statesman — An American Congress of Christian Men.

June 19-20, 2026 • Father’s Day Weekend
The Gorge Amphitheater, George, Washington

Bring your sons. Realize you’re not alone. Get inspired, instructed, and equipped with a real plan to punch back against tyranny. This is our generational flashpoint — the 250th anniversary of America. The hour is late, the hour is dark, but there are still men in the fight.

Reformation is coming.

We are the men we’ve been waiting for.

Get your tickets now: https://www.freedomcon26.com/

Speakers include: Mark Driscoll, Eric Metaxas, Russell Johnson, Tim Barton, John Lovell, Nick Freitas, Graham Allen, Ryan Visconti, Nate Schatzline, Chad Robichaux, and more.

If you’re tired of watching your state slide, if you want to leave a legacy for your sons and grandsons, this is your moment.

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Drop a comment: Are you ready to rise?

Share this with every man you know in Washington and beyond.

The time is now. Let’s go.

FreedomCon2026 #RiseOfTheStatesman #WashingtonState #ChristianMen #TakeBackWashington #GorgeAmphitheater

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This message is a call to dream big for the glory of God. Pastor Josh McPherson challenges believers to reject passive Christianity and embrace a consecrated life marked by faith, courage, holiness, and action. God has prepared good works for His people, and this sermon calls the church to step forward with renewed vision and conviction.

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Tim Barton (WallBuilders) joins Pastor Josh McPherson with the most explosive history lesson you’ll hear all year. In this raw, on-location episode filmed one block from the White House, they unpack the REAL Black Robe Regiment — the pastors who literally won the American Revolution.

You were lied to in school. Jefferson wasn’t a godless deist. Lincoln’s story is twisted. And the Founding Fathers quoted the Bible 40-50% of the time. Pastors didn’t just pray — they preached revolution, raised militias, fought with hymn books as ammo, and wrote the Bill of Rights.

Tim reveals:
• The pastor who ripped off his black robe mid-sermon to reveal a Continental Army uniform
• The “Fighting Parson” who loaded muskets with Isaac Watts hymnals and said “Give ’em Watts, boys!”
• The 50-year-old Yale pastor who stood alone on a hill firing at the British and told the officer, “I’m practicing my right of war!”

If you’re a pastor, father, or patriot who wants to understand why America exists and what’s at stake right now, this is required listening.

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Pastor/State Rep. Nate Schatzline brings a prophetic challenge to Grace City Church: embrace the wilderness, kill the normal, and live with holy consistency in both “locusts and honey.” From Matthew 3, he calls the church to be a bold, consecrated movement that prepares the way for the Lord and refuses to grow familiar with God’s presence. The message culminates in a historic commissioning announcement that you won't want to miss.

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In this Sacred Assembly (Number 10!), Pastor Josh McPherson rolls out the word for 2026, relating to the Year of Jubilee from the Old Testament. Pastor Josh announces some service time changes that will be happening soon, then walks through several of the prophetic words over Grace City, and how they came out. Check back on Sunday for a major reveal!

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In week eight of The Consecrated Life, Pastor Josh teaches on Offer: what it means to bring God a costly, joy-filled offering that honors Him, shapes our hearts, and prepares us for what’s next. From Cain & Abel to King David’s altar and the temple offerings in Chronicles, we see that God isn’t after leftovers—He’s worthy of our best.

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Pastor Mark Driscoll from Trinity Church joins Grace City Church for a powerful “family meeting,” connecting the church’s Sacred Assembly season to Ezra & Nehemiah and calling for a continued rhythm of prayer, planning, fasting, and faith for favor. With twelve key words, he unpacks spiritual warfare as a battle for family, freedom, and the lordship of Jesus, and explains how God builds and then fills—first with His presence, then with new sons and daughters who will meet Christ. This message will strengthen your conviction, deepen your worship, and help you recognize what it means to gather as a sacred assembly in a thin place where heaven comes near.

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In this Sacred Assembly message, Pastor Josh McPherson teaches from 2 Chronicles 20, showing how God sends praise ahead of the battle and fights on behalf of His people. With three defining words—not risk, reward; portions; breakthrough—this message calls the church into consecration, disciplined obedience, and a deeper hunger for God. As joy is restored and faith is strengthened, we learn again how worship trains our hands for war and prepares us for victory.

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You haven't "arrived." You were made to learn. This message is a challenge to pride, a rebuke to spiritual boredom, and an invitation back into the presence of God. Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks why wisdom starts with fearing God, why obedience turns the volume up on God’s voice, and why a church of learners becomes a church of leaders. The takeaway: stay in the tent—because what God is about to do will require what only God can give.

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At this Sacred Assembly at Grace City Church, Pastor Russell Johnson brings a faith-charged message from Mark 5—Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood—showing how honesty plants the seed of faith, and how Jesus’ authority changes everything. Ask, believe, press in, and don’t let fear set the temperature of your life. Pastor Russell calls the church to build an altar through worship, prayer, and sacrificial obedience—and to marry breakthrough to follow-through so what God starts in the room carries into every day.

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What does it look like to steward a real move of God? In tonight's Sacred Assembly, Pastor Josh McPherson continues to call Grace City into a five-week rhythm of worship, testimony, prayer, and obedience—because revival isn’t a spectacle, it’s the Holy Spirit’s normal work accelerated for purification and preparation. With powerful stories (kids hearing God, radical generosity, and stepping out without a “safety net”), this message invites you into the consecrated-life prayer: Come, Lord—we’re here. Speak, Lord—we’re listening. Move, Lord—we’ll follow.

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This marks a unique moment in the life of Grace City. Pastor Josh McPherson begins our first Sacred Assembly—one of ten over the next five weeks—defining revival and calling our church into a focused rhythm of worship, prayer, and family discipleship. Church is for God. And when God is central, everything changes. This season isn’t about attendance—it’s about hunger.

Weekly Sacred Assemblies will be Sunday & Wednesday Evenings @ 6:30pm PST (Two different messages weekly). Catch it in person at Grace City Church, or LIVE online on YouTube or Facebook

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What happens when God draws unusually near? In this fiery message at Grace City Church during Church Camp, Russell Johnson from The Pursuit Church teaches from Acts 10 (Cornelius & Peter) and unpacks the signs of revival. If you’ve been praying for awakening, this is your call to respond—revival starts in a person (IN YOU), and it’s time to raise the sails because the wind has begun to blow.

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What kind of life pleases God? According to Hebrews, it’s a life of faith—and Pastor Josh McPherson makes it plain: faith is obedience. In this message, Pastor Josh calls Grace City Church into a continued season of consecration through prayer and fasting, urging the church to get “off the X” and move with urgent, wholehearted obedience. From Jonathan’s climb toward overwhelming odds (1 Samuel 14) to the fresh hunger God is stirring in our people, this is a rallying cry to become a Jonathan Church—a remnant that runs toward the fight, trusts God for provision, and watches heaven respond.

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Pastor Josh McPherson, on the fourth night of Church Camp 2026, shares 10 prophetic words for Grace City Church in what he believes is a kairos moment—an uncommon season of spiritual hunger, repentance, and renewed longing for God’s presence. He defines prophetic words as timely, biblical, and weighty direction for a specific people, then calls the church to lean in and seek the Lord during this specific moment. This message is a “time capsule” for stewarding what God is doing right now—without manipulating it, but receiving and stewarding it faithfully.

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In this prophetic message from Genesis 26, Pastor Russell Johnson from The Pursuit Church calls believers to dwell in the land God assigned (not run to “Egypt”), trust the authority of Scripture, sow in faith even in famine, and dig again the wells the enemy tried to cover. The best days for your life and your church aren’t behind you—they’re ahead.

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Texas State Rep and pastor Nate Schatzline calls Grace City to consecration—a fully submitted life and dream that belongs to Jesus, not us. Through stories of family, political battles, and personal freedom, he argues that private holiness fuels public reformation, and that God is looking for believers willing to pay the cost, tear down “Asherah poles,” and say an unapologetic yes to His plans for Washington.

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In this catalytic message, Pastor Josh McPherson announces an audacious new chapter for Grace City Church: an opportunity to secure and steward 50 acres as a “forward operating base” for the Family Capital of the World—and the long-range vision of launching Vector West University, a four-year Christian institution aimed at forming courageous leaders with sharp minds, warm hearts, and strong bodies. Teaching from 1 Samuel 14, Pastor Josh calls the church to faithful risk, unified action, and dependence on the Lord for supernatural breakthrough, then lays out key prayer “fleeces” and an invitation to keep gathering in worship as God brings revival momentum.

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Pastor Josh McPherson interviews Texas State Representative and Mercy Culture Pastor Nate Schatzline—fresh off preaching at Grace City Church during Church Camp 2026. Pastor Nate tells the story behind For Liberty & Justice (FL&J), a kingdom organization designed to mobilize churches for civic engagement, train leaders, and build actionable pathways for believers to step into government with humility, conviction, and biblical clarity. Together they explain why the church must stop retreating from the public square—especially in darker, increasingly hostile states.
Now is time to take ground for the name of Jesus.

Check out Church Camp Night 1 w/ Pastor Russel Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/live/MqIHthlj9rM?si=MSzHJNu9V9uqXWDi&t=1648
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What does it really mean to follow Jesus? What is the true cost?
In this episode, Pastors Josh McPherson, Kyle McMullen, and Adam James unpack "The Consecrated Life" Sermon Series, and why fasting is a foundational Christian practice.... not an optional one. From biblical grounding to practical rhythms, this conversation explores how fasting weakens the flesh, strengthens the spirit, and recenters our love for Christ. This isn’t about dieting or religious performance—it’s about surrender, sanctification, and living all-in for King Jesus.

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Fasting isn’t a diet—it’s a discipline that prepares your heart to draw near to Jesus. In this message from The Consecrated Life, Pastor Josh McPherson teaches from Matthew 6, showing that Jesus assumes His followers will fast, warns against religious performance, and promises the Father rewards what’s done in secret. You’ll learn what biblical fasting is (and isn’t), the main types of fast in Scripture, and how to start a 1, 3, or 5-day fast as we lean into hear from God.

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As Grace City Church steps into 2026, Pastor Josh McPherson launches a six-week series called The Consecrated Life—a call to pause, realign, and return to what matters most before charging the next hill. Teaching from Revelation 2, Pastor Josh warns that a church can work hard, endure opposition, and do good deeds—yet still drift from its first love. This message calls believers to stop being busy for God while growing distant from God, and instead embrace a life of consecration.

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Pastor Josh McPherson exposes how Satan builds strongholds in your life through inner vows, lies, fear, and anxiety—and how you may be helping him without knowing it. Learn how to spot these hidden footholds, tear them down with truth, forgive those who hurt you, and walk in the freedom Jesus already won for you. This isn’t spiritual theory—it’s war. And it’s time to take back ground.

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In this powerful Advent sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson continues the “Art of War” series by unveiling ten ways Satan works to destroy your Christmas—from stirring division in families to fueling unrealistic expectations, selfishness, and spiritual distraction. Pastor Josh exposes the enemy's schemes to ruin your holidays with dysfunction and ungratefulness. This message is both a warning and an encouragement, calling believers to walk in the Spirit, guard their homes, and intentionally make Christmas Christ-centered. The devil has a plan for your Christmas — but so does God.

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If your holidays are stressful, tense, or full of “dysfunction,” you are not alone.

In this special holiday episode, Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife, Sharon tackle real questions like:

“We’re a newly married couple from broken homes—how do we plan our first holidays?”
“Should we go to family gatherings where people openly affirm sin?”
“What if family members refuse to repent and pretend nothing ever happened?”
“Is it wise to invite people who mock our faith into our home for Christmas?”

They talk about:

The difference between healthy and dysfunctional families at the holidays
How to build new traditions and a new legacy when you come from broken homes
When to say a clear “no” to unsafe people
How husbands can love and protect their wives—especially from family pressure
Why Paul says we judge inside the church, not outside
How to set boundaries without becoming fragile, bitter, or isolated

If the holidays always seem to blow up, this conversation will help you look past the surface drama and get down to the real issues—starting with your own marriage, unity, and agreements.

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“Can I come home?”

That’s all Graham Allen could bring himself to text his wife after walking out on her while she was pregnant with their third child. He was a combat veteran, a serial drinker, a “degenerate husband” by his own words… and a man on the brink of repeating his father’s story.

In this raw, unfiltered conversation with Josh McPherson, Graham shares:

How a heavy metal concert on Bourbon Street confronted him with the pain he was about to cause his own kids
The night he sat hidden in a church balcony, broke down, and heard one clear word: “Text her”
The four-word text that changed everything: “Can I come home?”
Why he says he’s “too abrasive for the pulpit but too important to ignore”
The real story behind Dear America, his viral truck rants, and billions of views
Why he insists, “I’m not a good man. Any good you see is Jesus.”
A direct challenge to men to put the bottle down, stop texting that other person, and go home

This isn’t a polished Christian fairytale. It’s a story of church hurt, bad decisions, divorce papers on the table, PTSD, pride, and a wife who chose obedience to God over the world’s advice.

If you’re a man on the edge of walking away from your family… or someone who thinks you’ve gone too far to come back to God… this episode is for you.

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In this message, Pastor Josh McPherson continues the spiritual warfare series with a clear call to “Know Your Enemy.” From Job 1–2 and Genesis 3, he shows that Satan is real but limited—a created, defeated enemy who still works through lies, distortion, and deception to destroy lives, families, churches, and nations. Josh explains 10 truths about who Satan is and 4 key tactics he always uses: disguise, distortion, deception, and devastation. The real danger isn’t Satan’s power but believers’ ignorance and apathy. This sermon calls Christians to stop denying or appeasing the war and instead declare war in Jesus’ name—discerning lies, knowing God’s Word, and obeying it so we can walk in the victory Christ has already won.

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Pastors Josh McPherson and Kyle McMullen ask what it really means for a country to be a “Christian nation,” starting with the Pilgrims’ original motives. From there, the hosts contrast a constructive Christian vision for nations, family, and masculine responsibility with destructive revolutionary impulses, engaging critically with Nick Fuentes’ rhetoric, his views on women, Jews, history, and “America First.” They also respond to Tucker Carlson’s comments about Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and just war. Josh and Kyle warn about the spiritual and cultural dangers of conspiratorial thinking, irresponsible platforms, and “darkly anointed” influencers.

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Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor Kyle McMullen unpack Josh’s new Art of War sermon series on spiritual warfare—why Christians must “wake up to the war,” how Satan schemes against individuals, churches, and nations, and why pastors can’t ignore cultural and political battles. What is going on with Islam in our nation right now? They also react to modern fascination with mediums, and why Scripture calls these things spiritual deception, not harmless entertainment.

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In this first message of our new series, “The Art of War,” Pastor Josh McPherson sounds the alarm: there is a spiritual war, and you are in it—whether you recognize it or not. Pastor Josh presses us to stop treating Christianity like a social club and to embrace our calling as soldiers of the cross. We’re invited to declare war on our own sin, refuse compromise with the world’s value system, and stand firm against a real enemy who hates our union with Christ. Listen till the end for an exciting announcement of God's provision!

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What if the secret to raising great sons isn’t tips and hacks—but becoming a better man? In this episode of the Stronger Man Nation podcast with Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor John Lovell, they unpack a fatherhood framework rooted in Scripture: be a good man, spend quality and quantity time, and love their mother openly. They hit education beyond the classroom, nightly read-alouds, worship, parlor nights, and modeling repentance.

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What does God do with people who are faithful with “a little”? In this Vision Sunday message, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how faithfulness, stewardship, and family-first discipleship form our long game: be fruitful. You’ll hear updates on Be Fruitful, Garden City Academy (K-12), our church plant in Rome, Georgia, and Phase Four construction—plus a powerful salvation story that will stir your faith to pray for one more.

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John Lovell (Warrior Poet) joins Pastor Josh McPherson on the Stronger Man Nation podcast to unpack why playful jabs actually forge trust, how to argue without being a jerk, and why love on display is the most effective apologetic. John shares the gut-punch story behind his vigilante novel Lions of Mercer (honoring a fallen friend), why the book shows evil without reveling in it, and how publishers tried to avoid the topic.

They dive into worldview basics, John’s “ambush” conversion before basic training, and a sticky metaphor you won’t forget: courage leaks—refill it daily. Then a spicy marriage segment: weaponized intimacy is emotional/sexual blackmail, nagging erodes respect, and headship looks like Jesus washing feet—“My life should be harder than my wife’s.”

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Is spiritual warfare running through family lines? How should dads protect their homes without falling into fear or superstition? Today on the Stronger Man Nation podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Adam James, and Pastor Kyle McMullen tackle your toughest questions on demons, guardian angels, generational patterns, and why the fastest way to beat darkness is to flip the light—exalting Jesus’ lordship in your home. Stay for a powerful father–daughter moment and a bedtime hymn rooted in Psalm 121. This is Part 1 of a 2-part podcast on the paranormal.

Quick Wins

Talk more about Jesus than about demons.
Build a nightly rhythm: Bible story + prayer of gratitude.
Lead with integrity—close the doors (to sin, lust, selfishness).
Use simple declarations: “Jesus is Lord over this home.”

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Is the “paranormal” real—or just a twisted version of the supernatural? In Week 4 of The Unseen Realm, Pastor Josh McPherson builds a simple, biblical grid to discern everything from zombies, vampires, witches, ghosts and UFOs to fortune telling and “haunted” spaces.

Big Ideas

God / not God: Creator vs. created—no third category.
One reality, two realms: Seen and unseen under God’s rule.
Only two sentient beings: Angels and humans (with fallen angels = demons).
What God creates, Satan counterfeits: Zombies vs. resurrection, vampires vs. Christ’s blood, witches vs. God’s Word, “ghosts” vs. the Holy Spirit.
Paranormal = demonic memes designed to deceive, distract, and detour you from Jesus.

Key Questions Answered

Can we talk to the dead? (Luke 16:19–31) Short answer: No.
Can a house be haunted? (Luke 11:14–28) What to do if you suspect dark residue.
What is fortune telling? (Acts 16:16–18) Why it’s demonic parlor tricks, not prophecy.
What should Christians do after a paranormal encounter?
1. Discern the spirits (1 John 4:1–3)
2. Declare Christ’s victory (Col. 1:13; 2:15)
3. Draw near to God (James 4:7–10)

Scriptures
1 John 4:1–3; Luke 16:19–31; Luke 11:14–28; Acts 16:16–18; Colossians 1:13; Colossians 2:15; James 4:7–10; Genesis 3; Revelation 12

For Parents & Leaders
Pastor Josh discusses the “reject / receive / redeem” framework and why some practices (like Halloween’s roots) may be poor candidates for “redemption.”

Next Steps

If you’re wrestling with fear, nightmares, or spiritual confusion: open God’s Word, play some worship music, pray in Jesus’ name, and invite a trusted believer to pray with you.
Share this message with a friend who’s captivated by the paranormal—but hungry for truth.

Follow for the rest of The Unseen Realm and the upcoming Art of War (spiritual warfare) series.

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In this episode Pastor josh McPherson is joined by Virginia delegate and homeschool dad Nick Freitas. They do a deep on education, parenting, and why responsibility for your child’s formation can’t be outsourced. They explain how university teacher training reframes classrooms through critical theory, why “salt & light” isn’t a strategy for six-year-olds, and the real mechanics behind school boards, unions, zoning, and school choice.

Most importantly: a one-generation plan that any family can start now. Plus humor, practical steps, and why the teen years can be the best years.

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In this episode Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Adam James, and Pastor Kyle McMullen tackle your biggest questions on the unseen realm—demons, spiritual authority, generational sin, deliverance, sleep paralysis, and whether Christians should participate in Halloween. This is a practical, Bible-anchored conversation: no formulas, no theatrics—just faith in Jesus, house-level wisdom, and real stories of freedom.

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In Week 3 of our Unseen Realm series, Pastor Josh McPherson tackles demonology—not to stir fear, but to build faith. He exposes two errors (denying demons or obsessing over them), outlines what Scripture says about their limits, and shows how they harass, deceive, and accuse—yet remain decisively defeated by Jesus. The call is simple: submit to God, resist the devil, pursue holiness, and rejoice not merely that demons submit to Christ’s name, but that your name can be written in heaven.

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Today Pastor Josh McPherson hosts a special guest on the Stronger Man Nation podcast: former Green Beret, Virginia House Delegate, and viral “coffee mug” commentator Nick Freitas. Pastor Josh & Nick swap Lovell banter, talk marriage and keeping it holy (and hilarious), unpack what Green Berets really do, and tackle hot topics like “Christian nationalism,” church & state, raising sons and daughters, and whether young men should still join the military.

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Angels are real—so why doesn’t the Bible ask us to obsess over them? In this episode, Pastors Josh McPherson and Kyle McMullen continue the Unseen Realm sermon series to talk about angels. Josh shares a powerful story of angelic protection surrounding a tough sermon weekend, and Kyle maps out the biblical difference between angels (created servants) and the Holy Spirit (Creator God). We’ll hit Ephesians, spiritual warfare, and why God often works through “means”—including your prayers.

Next week Pastor Josh is preaching on demons. Make sure to listen to Sunday's sermon on angels if you missed it:

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Pastor Josh McPherson dives into the unseen world of angels—who they are, what they do, and why it matters. From real-life stories to biblical truth, discover the powerful reality of God’s heavenly teammates: worshipers, warriors, messengers, and protectors. The unseen is real. God’s world is bigger than you think. And He’s for you—so live boldly.

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In this podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson is joined by pastors Carey McPherson and Kyle McMullen to discuss the supernatural. This is in connection with Sunday's sermon, which was the first of many sermons in which Pastor Josh will be exploring the Unseen Realm and what the Bible has to say about it... Go watch it if you haven't seen it! They discuss what science misses, how everyone truly knows people have souls, and the various false worldviews people believe. They break down Psalm 82 and the "Elohim," breaking down what it means when it says "gods."

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Pastor Josh McPherson kicks off a four-week series, “The Unseen Realm,” exploring how the Bible explains the supernatural world—angels, demons, miracles, spiritual warfare, and the hope of heaven—versus pop-culture portrayals. From compelling testimonies to C.S. Lewis’s insights on miracles, this message lays out nine pillars of a Christian worldview and why followers of Jesus can live in courage—not fear.

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In week four of “Turning Point USA,” this message honors Charlie Kirk’s legacy by looking not at his biography but at the Scripture that shaped him: 1 Peter 3. In a culture that can be hostile to faith, Christians are called to live attractive, resilient lives. The sermon lays out 13 tactics for being an effective witness for Jesus while living in a world antagonistic towards Christians.

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Four pastors—Josh McPherson, Kyle McMullen, Gene Helsel, and Adam James—sit down for an unscripted podcast to process grief, courage, and Christian conviction in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death. They contrast cancel culture with healthy accountability, and ask whether Kirk should be considered a Christian martyr. They highlight Kirk’s patience in long-form Q&A, his love for people, humility, work ethic, and non-violent advocacy for ordered liberty. The pastors call church leaders to move from “living-room convictions” to courageous public proclamation, urging young Christians to put in the work, tell the truth with grace, and carry the mission forward.

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Pastor Josh McPherson asks a big question: are we witnessing revival in America? Sharing first-hand reflections from Charlie Kirk’s memorial—where worship, bold gospel proclamation, and unusual unity marked the day—he outlines seven biblical marks of revival. Pastor Josh shows how faithful death leads to glorious resurrection and how God often turns tragedy into spiritual awakening.

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In this podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson, along with pastors Gene Helsel, Adam James, and Kyle McMullen call out blatant lies about Charlie Kirk. They respond to a clip of a "Christian minister" claiming Kirk was a so-called racist and hater. Learn why Charlie Kirk is America's martyr, and why the false claims about Kirk don't hold up.

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Four pastors—Gene Helsel, Kyle McMullen, Josh McPherson, and Adam James—sit down for a no-fluff conversation on the cultural moment: media gaslighting around Charlie Kirk, cancel culture vs. accountability, and whether biblical Christianity is being mislabeled as “extremism.” The pastors analyze a recent clip of former-president Obama, expose common fallacies, and outline a distinctly Christian response (Acts 19): persuasion, prayer, preaching, and public discipleship.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson calls believers to courageous, Christ-centered witness in a hostile age. Looking at Stephen in Acts 6–7, he lays out eight truths of biblical martyrdom and applies them to our present moment with the assassination of Charlie Kirk—where the gospel is advancing and resistance is intensifying.

This is week 2 of a 4-week series acknowledging the TURNING POINT happening in our nation.

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Is this cancel culture—or accountability? Pastor Josh McPherson, Adam James, and Kyle McMullen react to Jimmy Kimmel’s comments about Charlie Kirk from Jimmy Kimmel and dig into the First Amendment, corporate consequences, truth vs. slander, and the moral framework that makes liberty work.

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In the wake of Charlie Kirk's martyrdom, Pastor Josh McPherson calls the Church to stand boldly and continue to the preach the gospel of repentance. Now is a time for action. The Church enacts vengeance through revival. In the face of persecution and injustice, Christians respond with prayer, forgiveness, and action.

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Pastor Josh McPherson lays out the bold vision and foundations of Vector College, a two-year discipleship program birthed from Grace City Church in Wenatchee, WA. In this convocation message, Pastor Josh explains why investing in youth is “our most important work” and why Grace City refuses to yield the next generation to a secular worldview.

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This is Part 2 of a 2-part Town Hall hosted at Grace City Church, featuring Paula White.

This special town hall at Grace City Church features Pastor Josh introducing Paula White, Senior Advisor to the White House Faith Office. Through powerful stories, heartfelt testimonies, and behind-the-scenes moments from the White House, Paula shares about faith, resilience, religious freedom, and the responsibility of the church in America.

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This is part 1 of a 2-part Town Hall hosted at Grace City Church, featuring Paula White.
Part 2 is now LIVE

Pastor Josh McPherson sets the stage with a bold challenge: Christianity is not just “spiritual,” it’s a kingdom with real-world impact — cultural, political, and personal. From fiery calls to revival in Washington State, to a vision of Grace City as the Family Capital of the World, this message pulls no punches. This a call for courageous pastors and leaders to stand against wicked ideology and weak churches.

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Pastor Josh sits down with Paula White, Senior Advisor to President Trump, to discuss her incredible story of transformation—from childhood trauma, rejection, and pain, to finding hope and new life in Jesus Christ. She talks about the power of prayer, the sovereignty of God, and how He takes what the enemy meant for harm and uses it for good.

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In this powerful series, Josh and Sharon unpack the five divine purposes for sex within marriage. Drawing from Scripture and real-life wisdom, they explain how sex is more than just physical—it’s a sacred, joyful, and transformative gift from God. Discover how marital intimacy is designed for protection, pleasure, procreation, deep knowing, and oneness, and why your sex life is often a mirror of your spiritual and relational health. Sex is meant for so much more than just procreation.

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Josh and Sharon dive into the foundational truths of what healthy sex and intimacy are NOT in marriage. In this honest, humorous, and biblically grounded session from the WE Conference, they bust myths, confront cultural lies, and outline God's design for intimacy that is fun, free, frequent, and fulfilling.

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Guest speaker Pastor Mark Driscoll of Trinity Church (AZ) brings both laughter and conviction as he teaches on Jesus' Spirit-Filled Family during his sermon at Grace City Church. Pastor Mark shares stories from his life and ministry while walking us through the biblical model of family seen in the life of Jesus—from Mary and Joseph to John the Baptist and beyond. This sermon calls families, especially fathers, to be filled with the Holy Spirit, to lead courageously, and to raise children who will carry God’s truth into the future. Whether you're married, single, a parent, or preparing for family life, this message will encourage and equip you to walk in the power of the Spirit.

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In this powerful session, Josh and Sharon explore six divine truths about sex straight from Scripture—and expose the demonic counterfeits that distort God’s beautiful design. With wisdom, humor, and clarity, they reveal why sex is not just physical but profoundly spiritual, and why reclaiming God’s view of sex brings joy, freedom, and intimacy back to the marriage bed. This teaching is bold, biblical, and deeply practical for every married couple.

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What happens when a biracial man raised between two worlds—Black and white, chaos and faith, pain and purpose—steps into the pulpit with nothing but the gospel and a heart for unity?

In this raw, honest, and deeply moving conversation, Pastor Riley Halliday shares his extraordinary story: growing up between two families, facing rejection, reconciling with a father who once offered to pay for his abortion, navigating racial tension in the Church, and ultimately discovering the healing power of Jesus Christ.

From military discipline to ministry leadership, Riley speaks candidly on:

👉 The real meaning of racial reconciliation in the Church

👉 Why forced diversity often backfires — and what builds real unity

👉 Growing up with Black and white siblings — and finding identity in Christ

👉 How to forgive a father who tried to erase your life

👉 Why there’s only one race in Scripture — the human race

👉 What pastors need to hear if they want to lead multiethnic churches

Whether you’re a church leader, a skeptic, a parent, or simply someone seeking hope in divided times — this conversation will challenge you, inspire you, and move you to reflect on what truly unites us.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson kicks off a new sermon series ("The Body"), and explains how the church isn’t a building but you—the living, Spirit-empowered body of Jesus on earth. Discover why every believer matters, how the Holy Spirit unites and equips us, and what it looks like to live in true interdependence. Pastor Josh illustrates these truths with metaphors of the human body (foot vs. hand), a world-class soccer player’s kick, and 37 trillion cells, and he draws practical applications: use your gifts, serve eagerly on teams, honor all members, avoid gossip and division, and bear one another’s burdens in healthy community.

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Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson sit down with Pastor John Lovell and his wife, Beckah for a passionate, unscripted conversation about raising boys in today’s culture. From battles with broken school systems to hilarious and heartfelt parenting stories, they explore what it means to raise daring, risk-taking, God-fearing young men.

Key Topics:
- Raising boys without crushing their spirit
- The dangers of over-medicating boys
- Why the system is failing our sons
- The mom’s vital role in building strong men
- Real talk on marriage, submission, and mutual respect

AND... Becca shares about her upcoming book... a must-read for moms and dads seeking clarity, conviction, and courage in parenting.

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Pastor Josh unleashes a prophetic and passionate message that shakes men awake. With fire, truth, and clarity, he declares: God is calling you—right now—to step into the Brotherhood. Not a social club. Not a ministry. But a movement of Spirit-filled, gospel-driven, mission-bound men who are ready to build the Kingdom of God with boldness and brotherhood.

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Have you ever been betrayed? Abandoned? Hurt so deeply that forgiveness feels impossible? In this unforgettable sermon, Pastor John Lovell brings a message of raw truth and gospel hope from Romans 12:19 — "Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord."

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In this episode of the Stronger Man Nation podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson interviews Pastor Riley Halliday, a former U.S. Air Force Special Operator turned church‑planter. They explore (1) the “battle‑ready” profile of future pastors, (2) Riley’s decade of classified missions and what they taught him about leadership, discernment, discipline and integrity, and (3) hot‑button racial and cultural issues within the Church. This is a candid, story‑rich conversation peppered with military metaphors that challenge today’s “soft‑pastor” trend and call men to courageous, Spirit‑led action.

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Pastor Josh McPherson preaches from 1 Corinthians 7:1–5, challenging common cultural lies and calling married couples to embrace God's design for intimacy. Discover why sex is not about mastering technique but cultivating covenant, and how a healthy marriage bed can transform your entire relationship—and even be a powerful form of spiritual warfare.

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Pastor Josh McPherson continues the "Lies We Believe" series by addressing the distortions our culture perpetuates about sex, sexuality, and God's design. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 5–7, Pastor Josh debunks common lies such as “sex is just biological,” “sex is bad,” or “any form of sex brings joy,” and replaces them with biblical truth. He brings clarity, grace, and boldness to a conversation many are too afraid to have.
Whether you're single, married, raising kids, or just seeking to live with more clarity, this message will strengthen your foundation on one of the most distorted topics in society

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Pastor Josh McPherson is joined by Saddleback Pastor Andy Wood in this podcast where they reflect on an intense 4-day rite of passage experience called Mancard—a transformational weekend designed to test and mold young men through adversity, brotherhood, and spiritual mentorship. They share the spiritual battles faced by fathers, the challenges of raising sons in a distracted culture, and the power of being present, humble, and obedient as dads and leaders.

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Pastor Adam James fills in for Pastor Josh and welcomes bestselling author Eric Metaxas for a powerful conversation! Eric shares insights from his experiences inside the Trump White House, the church’s critical role in American history, and the dire need for bold Christian engagement in today's culture wars. They discuss revival, the war on family and masculinity, Marxism, and how Christians can turn the tide in America through courageous leadership.

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In this powerful Easter message, Pastor Josh McPherson declares the good news that Jesus Paid It All. Pastor Josh unpacks the meaning behind those four world-changing words—Jesus Paid It All—and invites everyone to receive the gift of salvation. A powerful story of transformation from Larry highlights the redemptive love of Christ.

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Pastor Josh McPherson exposes nine cultural and spiritual lies we often believe about sexual temptation, using 1 Corinthians 6 as his foundational text. With clarity, compassion, and conviction, he walks through God’s design for the body, sexuality, and holiness, challenging both men and women to flee temptation and pursue deeper affections in Christ… yes, it’s an issue for women too. We must always be on guard and ready to flee when temptation rears its ugly head.

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In this podcast, Pastors Josh McPherson and Adam James confront one of the most pressing and painful cultural issues of our day: transgenderism. With compassion for families affected and unwavering commitment to biblical truth, they offer insight, pastoral guidance, and gospel-centered hope for those navigating this deeply personal and emotional terrain.

How should parents respond when a child identifies as transgender?

What lines should Christian families draw with loved ones caught in transgender ideology?

Can someone be forgiven after irreversible gender surgery?

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Pastor Josh McPherson tackles one of the most pressing cultural issues of our time—transgenderism. He uncovers the lies our society has believed about gender identity, self-expression, and the body, and confronts them with biblical truth. Divided into two parts, the sermon first examines the cultural ideology and historical roots of transgenderism, then gently speaks to those struggling personally with gender confusion, offering the hope and healing found in Jesus Christ.

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Pastor Josh McPherson sits down with Pastor Kyle Strong to share Kyle’s powerful testimony of growing up with a gay mom, navigating emotional abandonment, and ultimately finding redemption and purpose in Christ. Building on last week’s sermon on homosexuality from the “Lies We Believe” series, both pastors discuss advice for those with relatives living in homosexuality and what to do when you get invited to a gay "wedding" as a Christian.

You’ll hear how the gospel offers both truth and grace, how God’s holiness intersects with brokenness, and how redemption is always possible—no matter how deep the pain or sin.

Whether you're personally wrestling with these issues or walking alongside someone who is, this episode offers clarity, hope, and biblical courage.

Sunday's sermon on YT - Lies We Believe About Homosexuality: https://youtu.be/2fAkJK1JXmA

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In this powerful and compassionate sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson tackles one of the most culturally contentious issues of our time: homosexuality. Drawing from Scripture and years of pastoral experience, he addresses the lies many believe and lays out a biblical framework for sexuality, truth, grace, and repentance.
Whether you wrestle with same-sex attraction, know someone who does, or simply want clarity on what the Bible teaches, this message will challenge and encourage you to think biblically, live faithfully, and love boldly.

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You need to have these 4 character qualities to activate the power of God in your marriage.

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Pastor Josh McPherson and Pastor Adam James tackle tough questions about sex, singleness, and marriage. They dig into the lies our culture believes about sexual immorality, clearly unpacking what the Bible says about fornication, dating boundaries, and pornography. Whether you're dating, married, or single, this episode delivers truth with grace, clarity, and conviction.

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In this powerful and bold kickoff to a multi-week sermon series, Pastor Josh tackles the first and foundational lie surrounding sexual immorality: the idea that it will deliver lasting pleasure without consequences. With biblical truth, personal stories, and cultural critique, he exposes how this deception leads to devastation—spiritually, emotionally, and socially. Discover how God's design for sexuality is not only holy—it's deeply good.

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Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Kyle Strong, and businessman Jeff Weber dive deep into the topic of tithing, generosity, and financial stewardship from a biblical perspective. The conversation includes practical insights on financial discipline, trusting God with finances, and how generosity can lead to unexpected blessings. Whether you’re struggling with debt, unsure about how much to give, or debating where your tithe should go, this episode provides biblical wisdom and real-life testimonies on why giving matters.

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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Kyle Strong, and businessman Jeff Weber dive deep into the biblical principles of tithing, generosity, and financial stewardship. They tackle common misconceptions about tithing, the spiritual dangers of greed, and why money is such a sensitive topic in the church. Jeff shares his personal experiences as a successful entrepreneur, explaining why giving is essential for a healthy relationship with God. They also discuss why pastors should boldly teach on money and how generosity leads to unexpected financial blessings.

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Greed is more than just a desire for wealth—it’s a spiritual disease that blinds us to Jesus, stewardship, and eternity. In this powerful sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks four critical questions about greed and reveals the biblical antidote: obedience in first-fruit giving. Are you letting greed rob you of God's blessings?

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Looking at 1 Corinthians 4:14-21, Pastor Josh McPherson challenges believers to live a life worth imitating—one of faithfulness, integrity, and discipleship. Josh emphasizes the importance of discipleship and mentorship, urging believers to invest in others and live out their faith in a way that draws people closer to Jesus. Through real-life testimonies, this message calls us to step into authentic, world-changing faith and to walk in God's power, not just words.

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What does it take to be a catalytic, world-impacting leader? In this message from 1 Corinthians 4, Pastor Josh McPherson explores how the Apostle Paul sets a radical vision for Christian leadership—one that’s countercultural yet essential for those who follow Christ.

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In this episode, Josh McPherson is joined by his wife, Sharon, to tackle your biggest questions about intimacy in marriage. They answer questions such as...
- What if one spouse values sex more than the other?
- How can a couple feel fulfilled in their sex life when infertility is a reality?
- How can a wife heal from her husband's pornography use?
- Should Christians use birth control?

These questions and more as Josh and Sharon draw insight from the recent WE Conference where they talked all things marital intimacy (those resources will be released soon on our website), and from many book resources mentioned in the episode.

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In this candid and biblically grounded conversation, Pastor Josh and his wife, Sharon address real questions about sex in marriage. They open by noting that every couple’s situation is unique, and these answers are broad principles rather than one-size-fits-all prescriptions. Topics include how frequently couples should be intimate (emphasizing mutual satisfaction over rigid formulas), the importance of creativity and scheduling when children are older and need constant supervision, and the role of prayer in enhancing sexual intimacy. The conversation also covers the nuances of mutual agreements in marriage, encouraging openness and service rather than grudging obligation. They highlight the importance of staying mentally engaged during intimacy and provide insights for husbands whose wives struggle to believe they are beautiful. Throughout, they emphasize humility, godliness, and mutual edification as the foundation for a thriving sexual relationship.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson talks on how Christian leadership isn’t about power or prestige—it’s about being filled with the Spirit of Christ and leading where God has placed you. Josh unpacks what it means to be a catalytic, world-impacting leader by looking at the life of Paul. True leaders are servants, not stars, called to build God's kingdom rather than their own influence. Leadership requires courage, humility, and faithfulness, focusing on God’s commendation over human approval. This message challenges believers to embrace their calling and lead boldly in their homes, workplaces, and communities. Don’t wait for a title—lead where you are today!

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Are you living by the wisdom of the world or the wisdom of the Spirit? If you live according to the wisdom of this age you will destroy your life.
In this message, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 and challenges us to rely more fully on the Holy Spirit for understanding and applying God’s truth in every area of life. We need not be just "Bible guys" or just "Spirit guys," but 100% of both. Do not despise the Holy Spirit - you need more of the Spirit.

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In this powerful message, Pastor Josh McPherson continues the Church on Fire series by diving into 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, reminding us that true faith is built not on human wisdom or eloquence, but on the power of God. Paul’s message to the Corinthians was simple yet profound: Jesus Christ and Him crucified. Pastor Josh warns against modern-day distortions of the gospel that diminish the necessity of Christ’s sacrificial death, highlighting the importance of the cross as the centerpiece of our faith. Christ came to die.

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In this episode, 3 pastors including Josh McPherson, Adam James, and Ryan Visconti come together for a powerful conversation about the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Together, they explore key questions such as:

Why do we need the Holy Spirit?
Do all Christians have the gift of tongues?
What does the gift of tongues look like?
How does a Christian obtain the gift of the Spirit?
Have the gifts of the Spirit continued into this present era?

Through biblical truth and personal experience, this discussion sheds light on the Holy Spirit’s role in the believer’s life and how His gifts operate in the church today. Whether you're new to the faith or looking for deeper understanding, this episode will encourage and challenge you.

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Pastors Josh McPherson, Ryan Visconti, and Adam James come together to share their thoughts and reactions to President Donald Trump's first week in office. From his executive orders to his inaugural promises, the pastors dive into the key moments that have already started shaping his presidency. Tune in as they discuss the impact of these decisions on the nation, the church, and the values that matter most to believers. How should Christians think about this revolutionary moment in American history?

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Pastor Josh McPherson, along with 3 other pastors including Carey, Kyle and Adam, unpack the top 15 moments from President Donald Trump's second inauguration. From the indoor ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda to the immediate signing of numerous executive orders, the pastors provide insightful commentary on the day's most significant events. This is a unique and special day in American history... don't miss it!

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Pastor Josh McPherson emphasizes that the health and power of a local church depend on its united and unwavering allegiance to Jesus. It does not depend on tolerance and acceptance of every idea and perspective. That mindset will cause the church to be a dumpster fire.

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Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks the lessons of 1 Corinthians, exploring how churches can move from being "dumpster fires" to living lives ablaze with God’s purpose. Learn how grace transforms us, how Paul’s leadership speaks to our struggles, and what it means to live with spiritual health, order, and peace. Discover how to cultivate wonder, submit to spiritual authority, and embrace the transformative work of the gospel. If you're new to the Bible, learn how to read the Bible and learn why the Bible is the true, inspired Word of God.

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The sermon explores Isaiah 9, connecting the themes of the birth of Jesus with political and societal implications. Pastor Josh McPherson critiques the apathy and extremism in modern Christian engagement with politics and emphasizes Jesus' role as a just, wise, and powerful ruler. Using Isaiah's prophecy, the Pastor Josh discusses Jesus’ governance as a blend of justice, righteousness, peace, and divine wisdom, offering a hopeful outlook on the coming of God’s eternal kingdom.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit to ask the question... what does it mean to make earth great again? Pastor Josh reminds us of the Genesis 1:28 command to "Be fruitful and multiply," and he further unpacks the progress in our Be Fruitful initiative of Grace City Church which started about a year ago, including an update on Garden City Academy.

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This episode of the Stronger Marriage Podcast Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon McPherson tackle a variety of difficult questions surrounding In-Laws, Holidays, and Relatives.

How do I become a good gift giver?
What do I do if I receive a bad gift at Christmas?
How do I navigate conversations with people who don't share my political beliefs?
What do I do when my aunt wears "Smash the Patriarchy" shirt at a holiday gathering?
How do I avoid projecting my past of bad holiday dysfunction onto my current family?
How do I spread the gospel during conversations around the holidays with my family?
What are the worst Christmas songs?

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Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon discuss all things family dysfunction in this podcast.

How should newlyweds setup boundaries with dysfunctional extended families?
Should I attend holiday gatherings with relatives who are openly living in sin?
What do I do if my relatives still haven't asked for forgiveness and act like nothing has happened?
What boundaries should be set up during Christmas with our In-laws?

All this and more as Josh and Sharon ask the question to the listener...
- Is your extended family dysfunctional, or is your marriage the dysfunctional party?

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How do you set healthy boundaries with family during the holidays?
What is the role of in-laws in supporting young couples starting new traditions?
What are some practical tips for gift-giving and communication with extended family?
Pastor Josh McPherson talks with his mom, Candy, and his wife, Sharon McPherson, as they discuss all things holidays and traditions. They unpack the joys and challenges of merging families during the holidays, offering practical advice on creating traditions, managing in-law relationships, and avoiding common pitfalls that can add unnecessary stress.

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In this concluding sermon of a 49-week series on the Book of Acts, Pastor Josh McPherson emphasizes the transformative power of studying the Bible with a focus on Jesus Christ. Highlighting the literary device of inclusio, the sermon underscores that both the beginning and end of Acts revolve around preaching the Kingdom of God empowered by the Holy Spirit. Pastor Josh warns against "missional drift," where church needs overshadow the primary mission of building God's Kingdom, and stresses the importance of maintaining theological purity, especially amidst modern societal pressures like the LGBTQ+ debate. Through personal anecdotes of church growth and unwavering faith, Pastor Josh calls us to to boldness in our mission, encouraging us to prioritize Jesus in all aspects of church life and anticipate a significant move of God in the coming year.

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In Acts 28, Pastor Josh McPherson reminds us that following Jesus is a call to a Kingdom-minded life, marked by a consuming passion for God’s mission. This life often involves a paradoxical blend of suffering and joy, as well as experiencing victory through apparent setbacks. The Christian journey can be likened to a train moving forward on parallel tracks of blessing and hardship. When our plans unravel and confusion takes over, we are encouraged to ask, "What’s next?", instead of, “Why me?”, to see every crisis as an opportunity, and to hold onto the truths revealed to us in times of clarity. We must resist compromise, choose integrity, and remain steadfast, understanding that every trial is a chance to persevere and grow.

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This sermon explores Acts 27, where Paul endures a treacherous sea journey. Pastor Josh McPherson uses this narrative to illustrate how God's sovereignty extends over life's storms, even when circumstances feel dire or hopeless. He emphasizes that suffering doesn't always signify divine punishment; rather, God often works through adversity to strengthen faith. Through the story, believers are encouraged to find hope, not in sentimentality, but in God's promises. Ultimately, the sermon calls on listeners to trust in God’s presence and purpose amid life’s storms.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson delves into the role of Christian ethics in politics, examining biblical narratives where figures like Joseph, Daniel, and Esther influenced rulers and governments. Emphasizing that God's kingdom has a political dimension, Pastor Josh advocates for Christian involvement in politics as a means to resist policies that contradict biblical principles. He argues that sometimes obedience to God requires civil disobedience, especially when governing authorities impose ungodly mandates. He challenges believers to uphold moral values, resist conforming to secular pressures, and advocate for a society aligned with biblical teachings.

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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson shares his perspective on the upcoming election, discussing why he supports Donald Trump from a Christian and moral standpoint. He delves into Trump’s alignment with religious freedom, traditional family values, and his willingness to work alongside faith leaders. Pastor Josh also addresses opposing candidates’ policies, which he views as fundamentally incompatible with a biblical worldview. If you’re wrestling with the decision of how to vote, tune in for insights on why religious values are at the forefront of this election.

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In this episode of the Stronger Man Nation Podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson dives into a unique experience he had at an event in Atlanta, Georgia, where he joined other faith leaders to gather with President Donald Trump. Pastor Josh shares insights into discussions around the intersection of faith and politics, with leaders calling for active Christian involvement in national issues. He explains the impact of the National Faith Advisory Board’s "Pastor’s Bill of Rights," which supports religious freedom and advocates for pastors’ rights to speak freely without fear of government retribution. This episode offers a unique look at how religious freedom is at stake in upcoming elections, as well as why Christian leaders must stay engaged in guiding their congregations and speaking openly.
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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson tackles the complexities Christians face in the current election, providing a three-tier framework for assessing political issues and candidates. By breaking down policies into realms of opinion, wisdom, and obedience, he explains why some political matters require Christian discernment and debate, while others demand a clear biblical stance. Pastor Josh highlights why this election cycle is unique, with most issues falling under the moral guidance of Scripture, and urges Christians to vote not just for candidates but for the values and policies that align with their faith. This episode aims to equip believers with tools for making informed, biblically grounded decisions this election season.

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Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks "The Six Dragons Every Man Must Kill" across the different seasons of life. Josh outlines how each season of a man's life, from youth to old age, presents unique "dragons" or obstacles, which must be slain through faith, discipline, and personal growth. As men, we must embrace responsibility, rely on God’s strength, and become stronger men through defeating the dragons that hinder spiritual growth.

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In this sermon Pastor Josh McPherson focuses on the metaphor of "killing dragons," representing the battle against evil and sin in both personal and cultural spheres. Josh emphasizes that confronting these metaphorical dragons—anything opposing God's truth and righteousness—is difficult but necessary. As stronger men, we must be ready, willing, and able to fight these battles. Men must take responsibility, lead with courage, and slay the dragons of sin, temptation, and evil influences in their lives and communities.

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How should Christians vote? Should Christians vote at all?
Pastor Josh McPherson emphasizes the importance of aligning our votes with biblical principles and Christian values rather than political parties or personal preferences. When Christians vote (and yes, they should vote), we need to think in the category of "Thus sayeth the LORD." We need to first acknowledge that our ultimate allegiance is to Christ.

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In this podcast Pastor Josh McPherson interviews the two candidates for the Chelan County Commissioner position; Flint Hartwig and Brad Hawkins. Josh hones in on the point that local politics are very important, which is impacts people's lives more than whoever is in the White House. Listen to hear how these two intelligent men dialogue on how to tackle issues of homelessness, wildfires, and the housing crisis.

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In this episode Pastor Josh McPherson of Grace City Church in Wenatchee, Washington and Pastor Mark Driscoll of Trinity Church in Scottsdale, Arizona discuss the future of America and the American church in light of current events that don't seem to bode well for a Spirit-filled future.

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Was America truly founded as a Christian nation? Are we still considered a Christian nation now? In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks the historical evidence surrounding the nation's founding and the faith of the Founding Fathers. By examining key documents like the Constitution and Declaration of Independence, as well as writings from early leaders, we aim to understand the role that Christianity played in shaping the U.S. government and society as we know it today.

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In this week's sermon, we dive into Romans 13 to uncover God's purpose for government. Pastor Josh explores the essential role of government as ordained by God to administer justice, punish evil, and reward good. Learn why it's crucial for the government to stay within its assigned responsibilities and how overreaching can be destructive to families, churches, and society as a whole. As citizens, we have a responsibility to engage the government with a biblical perspective.

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Pastor Josh brings the message, this second week of the Jesus & Politics sermon series, answering important questions... What is government? What system is best for wielding and checking power? Why is there a danger to the ideology of Democracy?

Josh lays out the foundational guardrails that the government needs to stay inside of for an ordered society to flourish. The answer to experience an ordered society is in nationalism and in maintaining a righteous government.

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Why talk about Jesus & Politics? How should Christians navigate the political landscape? With insights from Psalm 2 and Matthew 22, we’re reminded that our hope lies not in political systems but in Christ. Politics can be a way we serve and love others, but we must ensure our ultimate allegiance is to Jesus. Join us as we discuss how to think biblically, discern wisely, and act faithfully in a world where politics often pulls us away from our true calling.

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Pastor Josh McPherson teaches the foundational principles that the Garden City Academy Farmers secondary students learned during this inaugural 'Ruck Week'. What is a Ruck? Stay tuned to find out!

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In this "Hey Dad!" Podcast episode, we discuss the importance of encouraging children to ask thoughtful questions, and how parents should instill this habit in them. Pastor Josh is asked a variety of questions by two of his kids; Levi and Ella Mae McPherson...
- What a does an upcoming freshman in college do to prepare to move out of their parent's house?
- What should I do as a young man in preparation for marriage?
- How should a young women prepare for marriage, without being passive?
- While in the parent's home, what are practical habits to do now to succeed as an adult?

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In a wide-ranging conversation, Josh McPherson hosts John Lovell, who reflects on his military service and the broader implications of patriotism. He challenges the notion that military service is the sole form of patriotism, highlighting other vital community roles like teaching and emergency services. The discussion also covers personal beliefs on firearms, the impact of cultural shifts within the military, and how to navigate increasingly complex societal norms, particularly in education and parenting.

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In celebration of the two year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Pastor Adam James brings a compelling message of why Christians are Pro-Life. He demonstrates how the "SLED test" strengthens the case for life. We are made in the image of God, and we are living in a culture of death. So, how do we live and respond as Christians among this "culture of death?"

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Live podcast on stage from the "Kill Dragons" Stronger Man Conference!
Pastor Josh's son Levi and Pastor Adam's son Ben each ask their father questions sent in from the audience.
Some questions include the following:

How do I redeem going to college?
What do I do if someone keeps "drilling holes in the boat" in Christian community?
What do I do if my In-Laws are the biggest dragon in my life?
How do I prepare for my son's next season of life?
How to encourage your son to grow towards the Lord?

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How do I handle family dysfunction? Is there a way to break free from generational curses? What do I do if I am becoming my mom in all the worst ways? How do I forgive a spouse who is unrepentant? How you practically apply God's power? Pastor Josh and and his wife Sharon answer your questions from week 8 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of God's Power."

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Josh took his son and several other men through the Grand Canyon on the Rim-to-Rim Hike. This sermon draws out several faith lessons from that hike. There are lessons from the trail that can be applied to our own "trail" of life.

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How do you honor a parent who has hurt you while maintaining boundaries? What does honoring your parents actually mean? How do you set up boundaries with a manipulative parent? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 8 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of God's Power."

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In this engaging Stronger Man Nation podcast episode, Josh McPherson discuss the reality of online censorship and agenda-driven big tech with guests, Mark Driscoll, and John Lovell who share their experiences and insights. These men delve into the rise of artificial intelligence and its cultural implications. The conversation wraps up with a deep dive into men, masculinity, and the importance of strong leadership in churches. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing Christians today.

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Our life is chaotic, how do we make changes? How do we break free from enmeshed family systems? I have been prioritizing hobbies and "me time" over my kids, how do I repair the damage? We're new believers, is it okay to go "scorched earth" on everything?
Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 7 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Planning."

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Stronger Marriage #8 - The Law of God's Power
Welcome to the final episode of the Stronger Marriage series! Josh brings an extra part to the 7-week marriage series, making this Law #8 of building a Stronger Marriage. Join us as we delve into the power of planning and the transformative role of God's power in overcoming sin, temptation, and brokenness through forgiveness. Discover the key takeaways from last week's sermon on purposeful planning and explore this week's focus on the law of God's power. Tune in for an inspiring conclusion to our series, where Josh unpacks the critical elements of integrity, honor, humility, and forgiveness in building a Stronger Marriage.
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All of today's questions are in relation to sex and sexuality -
How do you talk to your children about sex? How can my husband help me in the area of physical fitness and body image? What do I do if my husband is addicted to pornography? How is sex like fast-food and fine-dining?
Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 6 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Pleasure" [pt. 2].

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Stronger Marriage #7 - The Law of Planning
In this sermon, Josh brings the last of the 7 Laws of a Stronger Marriage. While the previous six laws are crucial, without the seventh, they won’t be effective. This law, although simple and intuitive in other aspects of life, is often neglected in marriage. Couples need to proactively apply wisdom, make plans, and set goals to ensure a strong and thriving marriage. The marriages that fail to plan should plan to fail.

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All of today's questions are in relation to sex and sexuality -
How do you bring up uncomfortable topics with your spouse? Is masturbation ever acceptable as a single person or while you are married? What do I do with constant criticism from my husband?
Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 6 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Pleasure" [pt. 1].

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Stronger Marriage #6 - The Law of Pleasure
Pastor Josh McPherson is back with week 6 of our Stronger Marriage series, focusing on the gift of sex between a husband and a wife in the covenant of marriage. It as a gift from God meant to be enjoyed exclusively within the confines of marriage. Pastor Josh points out that the best sexual experience does not come from any mastering of technique, but through cultivating your covenant with your husband or wife.

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What if I don't feel the role of "Helper" is a noble role? Who should mow the lawn and who should do the dishes? My husband hasn't apologized in 40 years; what do I do? When does a young woman know if she is ready to leave the home? What do you do as a wife if you feel unheard and disrespected? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 5 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (her) Power" [pt. 2]

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How do I respectfully point out blind spots in my spouse? What to do if I am a wife who struggles with the idea of submission? What did Josh notice in Sharon that reflected inner beauty? What to do if I am a single, loud woman who wants to exercise quiet strength? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 5 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (her) Power" [pt. 1]

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Stronger Marriage #5 - The Law of (her) Power
In this sermon, Pastor Josh explores the complexities of submission and leadership within marriage, challenging cultural perceptions and urging both spouses to embrace their God-given roles. A wife has a divine calling to be a helper to her husband; to respect, affirm, and support her husband's headship.

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PART 2 -
What do I look for in a potential spouse, and what do I avoid? What to do when you've failed in spiritual leadership? How to respond in a respectful way when I am commonly defensive and emotional when my husband confronts me? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 4 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (his) Power"

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PART 1 -
How do you architect your life so you can actually lead your family? How does a wife avoid usurping her husband's leadership as Head? How do I break free from years of following the same bad habits whilst not following God's design? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 4 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (his) Power"

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The Law of (his) Power - Stronger Marriage Week 4
Pastor Josh unpacks biblical headship and the roles of husbands and wives in a Christian marriage. He emphasizes the importance of living under God's authority and the consequences of not doing so. God has given both men and women unique and distinct powers to either build or break their marriages. Husbands should wield their God-given power responsibly to nurture and strengthen their marriages.

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What to do when sports is taking up all your time? When you don't have privacy in the bedroom? How to know if you are violating the Law of Priority? How to be a good mother of boys and encourage differentiation? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 3 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Priority."

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What do you do when you have no time or energy for sex as a mom? What do you do when your husband's mom makes you feel inferior? What do you do when you feel jealousy in a marriage? How do you unlock the mysteries of your wife? Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon answer your questions from week 3 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Priority."

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Welcome to week 3 of our Stronger Marriage series. Explore the fundamental aspects of building a stronger marriage in focusing on Law #3, "Law of Priority." Josh delves into the biblical basis for prioritizing one's spouse over all other earthly relationships and endeavors, using Genesis 2:24 as a foundational verse. How does a couple actively leave, cleave, and unite to form a solid marital relationship?

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What should you do when your spouse thinks everything is okay in your marriage, but you believe something needs to change? What should young Christians do about dating today? Should Christians get prenuptial agreements? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 2 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Promise."

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What is the Law of Promise and how does it help to form the foundation of a stronger marriage? Join Pastor Josh McPherson for week 2 of our Stronger Marriage sermon series as he explains God’s design for marriage, our culture’s contempt for it and how to cultivate a safe, stable intimate marriage through covenant love.

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What do you do if your spouse won't change? Or if they are self-destructing? How do you maintain hope as the spouse of an unbeliever? How do you know when a spouse who is struggling with addiction is safe? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 1 Part 2 of the Stronger Marriage sermon series.

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What do you do if your marriage is stuck? Is it possible to change your spouse? How do I earn back trust from my spouse? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 1 Part 1 of the Stronger Marriage sermon series.

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Join Pastor Josh as we embark on a seven-week journey with our new series, "Stronger Marriage." Whether you're seeking to rejuvenate your marriage or lay a strong foundation for a future relationship, this series is designed to fortify your relationship against the trials of life and deepen your bond with your spouse.

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In this sermon Pastor Josh delivers a message on the necessity of a Spirit-filled church, drawing wisdom from the Book of Acts and the trials early Christians endured amid a hostile world. He outlines the societal pivot from viewing Christianity with favor, to indifference, and now hostility, marking the legal and cultural shifts that sideline Christian tenets. Amidst adversity, Pastor Josh underscores the imperative of unwavering faith, a Christ-centered life, and embodying Christian virtues. Highlighting Paul's fearless proclamation of the Gospel to King Agrippa, he calls for Christians to stand firm in their faith, practice compassion, and ensure Jesus remains the epicenter of their lives.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson discusses the story of Paul in Acts chapter 23 and highlights three things to remember about God in a negative world reality. The first point is that the plot of the enemy only serves to propel the purposes of God. Pastor Josh emphasizes that even in the face of opposition and attacks, God is sovereign and in control. The second point is that evil men, godless men, and secular infrastructures can be used by God to fund and facilitate His kingdom work. Pastor Josh uses the example of Paul being protected by Roman soldiers and being provided for by the Roman government while in prison. The third point is that in the midst of negative circumstances, we should stay alert, open, sharp, and ready to say yes to God. Pastor Josh encourages pastors and leaders to not be discouraged by the increasing hostility towards Christianity and to continue faithfully preaching the truth.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back to explore the concept of navigating a "Negative World" as Christians - drawing lessons from Paul's life on standing firm in faith amidst opposition. We need to fully understand the importance of living according to Christian principles, actively engaging in one's duties, maintaining a clear conscience, and trusting in God's sovereignty and protection.

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In this video, we dive deep into the foundation of Paul's dissidence as outlined in the Acts of the Apostles, exploring the intricate balance between divine law and civil obedience. Paul's teachings provide a robust framework for understanding our responsibilities as believers in both the heavenly and earthly realms.

1. Holy Jurisdiction: We begin by acknowledging that God has established a specific domain of governance, setting the stage for a discussion on divine versus human authority.

2. Holy Limitations: The video examines the clear boundaries within which this divine jurisdiction operates—punishing evil, rewarding good, and protecting citizens, highlighting the role of government as both a friend to the righteous and an adversary to wrongdoers.

3. Holy Submission: Submission to authority emerges as a recurring theme throughout scripture, serving as a foundation for order, blessing, unity, and human flourishing.

4. Holy Responsibility: We explore the dual aspects of responsibility, addressing those in authority as well as those under authority.

5. Holy Accountability: The discussion shifts to the accountability of governments that act unrighteously, emphasizing the fear that should be instilled in them, as warned by Paul.

6. Holy Foundations: This section delves into the moral and natural laws that underpin and support civil law, establishing a higher standard of justice and righteousness.

7. Holy Dissidence: We then tackle the concept of legitimate versus illegitimate government, focusing on the conditions under which dissidence becomes a necessary response to authority that contradicts God's Law.

8. Higher Allegiance: The video clarifies the nature of our allegiance, asserting that our primary loyalty is to God, even when it means opposing earthly powers.

9. Greater Good: Finally, we discuss the role of the Church in advocating for righteousness, emphasizing the collective benefit of speaking up against injustice and the consequences of silence.

Tactics of Paul’s Dissidence:

Know Your Jesus Story: Understanding and articulating your faith story is crucial.
Tell Your Jesus Story: Boldly and openly share your journey with Christ.
Live Your Jesus Mission: Commit to your divine mission with courage and conviction.
Exercise Your Rights: Navigate your civic duties with wisdom and insight.

Pastoral Hacks for Navigating a Negative World:

Embrace unpopularity for the sake of the Gospel.
Develop resilience in the face of criticism.
Sacrifice your reputation as part of your devotion to Christ.
Prioritize a fear of God over the fear of man.
Redefine love and faithfulness through the lens of truth-telling.

Big Ideas:

The Gospel must not only be preached but also felt, often stirring the waters of complacency and indifference.
Our heavenly citizenship should enhance, not negate, our engagement with the world around us.

This video aims to equip believers with the insights and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of faith, authority, and societal engagement in a manner that honors God and fosters genuine human flourishing. Join us as we explore Paul's timeless wisdom and its application for Christians today.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back with a recap of the Glenn Beck Podcast experience and a teaching on the foundation and story of Paul’s dissidence in Romans 13 and Acts 22.

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What is the demonic? Does the Old Testament have anything to say about what we are seeing throughout our culture today? Pastor Kyle McMullen delivers another great practical teaching from the book of Leviticus Chapter 17:1-7.

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What does the Levitical priesthood have to do with following Jesus today? Come find out as Pastor Kyle McMullen preaches from the book of Leviticus chapter 6:8-13. Hint: It's all about the blessing, calling, and transformation.

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Pastor Adam James is back to deliver five marks of a Jesus-Filled Church in a Negative World.

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Pastor Josh McPherson delivers Part 2 of his sermon from Acts Chapter 20 with a review of the history of Evangelicalism and the three stages of, "Positive World", "Neutral World", and "Negative World" and what we as followers of Jesus need to understand about our missiological plan in this Negative World reality. In short, we as the Church need to... figure it out faster.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit this week to deliver a message on leadership as we continue through the book of Acts.

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⁠Pastor Adam James is back in the pulpit this week to deliver an encouraging message on gospel advancement from Acts Chapters 19:8-20:24.

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Join Pastor Josh as he introduces the Garden City Academy team!

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You may have heard that the people of Grace City have raised $15.5 million to launch a school in town, plant a church in GA, and add more space for our preschool and other children’s ministries. It’s true. It’s incredible!! And it’s unexpected. ⁠ ⁠ We learn over and over that even our wildest dreams and most audacious goals are too small for the Lord when He moves. We’re rejoicing in what the Lord has done. ⁠ ⁠ It is good and right to take time to talk about it, look back at the river we crossed, point at the stones we stacked, and tell the story…so none of us miss it.

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Mission happens not in spite of the mess, but in the middle of the mess. Whether you've been a Christian for many years, or you are a brand new believer, you know that mission is messy. In Acts 18:1-17 we see the real-life mess that Paul was in - traveling, marriages, political persecution, racial tensions, relocation, loss, new friends, starting over, housing, schools, hard work, business partnership, planning, marketing, budgets, coordinated attacks, increased resistance, courts, lawsuits, false charges, reputation and character assassination... All this while sowing seeds for a spiritual harvest. So what's Paul trying to tell us? - Saying yes to God in the mess is what turns the mess into mission and the Kingdom of God steadily advances through a series of decisive victories cleverly disguised as defeats.

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Pastor Kyle McMullen is preaching from Acts 19:1-7 in our 36th message from the Book of Acts.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit today to deliver our next message, "The Upside Down Kingdom of God" from the book of Acts Chapter 16:16-40.

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Pastor Adam James is back in the pulpit to deliver 10 lessons and 4 applications from Acts Chapter 17.

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In this sermon we jump back into the book of Acts with Pastor Josh and look at three missional lessons for a Church living effectively in a constantly changing culture.

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In this final sermon of our Be Fruitful series, Pastor Josh McPherson delivers 10 lessons of legacy leadership from Joshua chapter 24 all culminating in the truth that present obedience secures future anointing for coming generations.

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When It comes to our children, the question is simple: will we surrender the future or secure it? While the world goes off the rails calling all that is good evil, and all that is evil good...God's people are steadily preparing to do whatever it takes to stand for truth and contend for the faith. Through sustained obedience to a Kingdom vision we will strive for generational legacy. By God's grace, we will Be Fruitful.

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BIBLICAL GENEROSITY IS... celebrated in the Church ...the overflow of grace ...not circumstantial ...personal & proportionate ...sacrificial & faith-filled ...voluntary ...get to, not got to ...worship ...to be pursued ...a love barometer ...how we follow Jesus' example ...planned for & followed thru on ...about the heart, not the number ...an expression of our interdependence ...requires good systems ...shared for encouragement ...planned in advance, pledged in faith, finished by grace ...tied to your reward ...between you and God ...about being conduits, not buckets ...uses wealth to increase standard of giving ...spreads to others.

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There's never a good time, from a human perspective, to do something that requires a miracle to happen. It's never the wrong time to do the right thing. The worst time in our eyes for man to accomplish something is always the best time for God to show up and do the miraculous.

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The rejection of truth brings cultural chaos and individual destruction and we see the effects of this everywhere today. This week Pastor Josh McPherson delivers 10 truths about truth from Joshua 1:1-11 that when embraced, bring comfort to your soul and grounding to your world.

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On this historic day, Pastor Josh lays out the vision for starting a regional Christian school that serves families in our valley and beyond. As a bold call to Christians and churches everywhere to take seriously the charge of raising children in the fear of God. This exciting new initiative will be one part of the ecosystem we intend to build for children and parents to thrive as we endeavor to homestead the family capital of the world. Go Garden City Academy Farmers!

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God put the vision of Be Fruitful on my heart over 3 years ago. I can hardly believe I get to start sharing it with you these next 8 weeks.

Without a doubt, this campaign contains the most exciting announcements we have ever made.

With Be Fruitful, we will move, as a church, to the prophetic front-line battle of our generation.

It all starts this weekend. Each week, I will unpack a new, exciting initiative for us, culminating in our Premiere Night event on October 1st. Be sure to get your (free) tickets this weekend. We want to make sure there's enough room for all. If tickets sell out, we will open a third showing. We want everyone in on this action.

Be Fruitful is an all-hands-on-deck moment. I hope to see you there.

This wagon train is rollin!

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God put the vision of Be Fruitful on my heart over 3 years ago. I can hardly believe I get to start sharing it with you these next 8 weeks.

Without a doubt, this campaign contains the most exciting announcements we have ever made.

With Be Fruitful, we will move, as a church, to the prophetic front-line battle of our generation.

Each week, I will unpack a new, exciting initiative for us, culminating in our Premiere Night event on October 1st. Be sure to get your (free) tickets this weekend. We want to make sure there's enough room for all. If tickets sell out, we will open a third showing. We want everyone in on this action.

Be Fruitful is an all-hands-on-deck moment. I hope to see you there.

This wagon train is rollin!

Pastor Josh

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Pastor Brian Blair is back for this week's installment of Summer In The Psalms as he walks us through Psalm 119 and a training program for our affections.

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Psalm 24 is a powerful song of praise to the Lord of Creation and the King of Glory. It begins with the sweeping perspective of the opening verses, "The earth is the Lord's and everything in it," and leads us to contemplate the holiness of God, asking, "Who may stand in his holy place?" In this psalm, we encounter profound truths about the one who has clean hands and a pure heart, paving the way for a generation that seeks God and longs for the triumphant King of Glory to dwell among us. It raises the question: How can sinful humans ascend the hill of the Lord and be welcomed into His presence? Pastor Adam unpacks Psalm 24 in a way that stirs the hearts of those who desire to know this King of Glory.

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Let the truth of Psalm 139 land: The God who knows all things personally and intimately knows you. The God, whose presence is inescapable, is inviting you to be present with Him everywhere you go. His purpose and plan for every moment of your life are written and under His control. The question is, how will you respond to this God? Is all of this good news to you? Will you let Him in?

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The Psalms are God’s greatest hits. They provide the soundtrack for the epic unfolding story of God. And the most quoted, most referenced, most recognizable of all is unquestionably Psalm 23. Don’t let Its familiarity keep you from savoring every note, every word. Why is Psalm 23 so amazing? Listen as Pastor Adam unpacks 6 life-changing blessings in the 6 verses of this well known, well loved #1 hit.

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The trademark of faith is to stand on the brink of agony and laugh. The Bible really has no category for pessimistic Christians. Psalm 16 pictures the victorious God of Joy in the person of the Son, Jesus, who stood on the brink of the ultimate agony - the cross - enduring it for the joy set before Him. Following Him is a journey of joy.

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Pastor Josh McPherson preaching from Acts 15 on the topic of unity within the church.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit to deliver 5 observations, 5 takeaways, and 2 big ideas from the Book of Acts Chapter 15.

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Christians need to expect the gospel of the Jesus Christ to clash culturally with the worship of false gods. Sometimes even the enemies of Christ have a more coherent understanding of this transformative power of the gospel than some Christians dare to recognize.

In this power-packed text, learn 3 things Jesus’ enemies get right, 1 crucial thing they get wrong, 3 tactical contrasts between Jesus and Satan, and a much needed lesson regarding self-contradictory worldviews.

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Guest Pastor John Lovell, founder of Warrior Poet Society, preaching on Acts 17 at Grace City Church in Wenatchee Washington.

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Graduation ceremony of the Vector Academy class of 2023.

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Bartimaeus was a nobody. A blind beggar. But Jesus passed by, heard him cry out, and stopped. Jesus saw him, called him, loved him and healed him. In this sermon Pastor Adam unpacks Jesus’ healing of blind Bartimaeus in Mark chapter 10. Where do you find your sense of significance? The world, and even the disciples, often desire to be seen by others, but Bartimaeus simply wanted to see and be seen by Jesus. He cried out in humble faith, believing Jesus was the Messiah, the “Son of David,” and it changed everything. Be encouraged, Jesus still passes by, still hears, still stops, and still saves!

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Bartimaeus was a nobody. A blind beggar. But Jesus passed by, heard him cry out, and stopped. Jesus saw him, called him, loved him and healed him. In this sermon Pastor Adam unpacks Jesus’ healing of blind Bartimaeus in Mark chapter 10. Where do you find your sense of significance? The world, and even the disciples, often desire to be seen by others, but Bartimaeus simply wanted to see and be seen by Jesus. He cried out in humble faith, believing Jesus was the Messiah, the “Son of David,” and it changed everything. Be encouraged, Jesus still passes by, still hears, still stops, and still saves!

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How do you bolster your hope and strength in the face of discouragement and overwhelming situations?

Never forget the freedom Jesus came to bring.

In this sermon from Luke 8:26-39, Pastor Adam looks at an incredible story of Jesus setting a demon-possessed man free. Be reminded of the life-changing power and love of Jesus, as well as the destructive but doomed plans of Satan.

Whom the Son sets free is free indeed!

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The gospel is the most important thing people need to hear. But how do we—who know it is true—share it with people who don't? They might think it's an intolerant, narrow-minded, or even bigoted message. Pastor Larry Osborne uses a common theme from the Gospel of John to share five simple things for us to keep in mind when it's time to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

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There is a LOT happening in Chapter 14. The Apostle Paul & Barnabas are on the road and preaching powerfully & effectively so that many believe. Paul & Barnabas even have to correct a crowd who tries to designate them as gods when they witness Paul heal a lame man. But as Pastor Josh points out - whenever there is a mighty work of God, the enemy attacks. From unholy alliances to mobs who thought they had stoned Paul to death, to getting right back onto the preaching field, Chapter 14 is a great reminder that in this life we will have trouble, but we who believe can take heart because Jesus has overcome the world.

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Struggle with joy? See the world as a glass half empty? Feeling discouraged? There's grace for you too. Listen as Pastor Josh unpacks the key to living a joy-filled life.

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Join us for week 26 in our Book of Acts series as Pastor Josh McPherson gives us 8 takeaways from Chapter 13 and reminds us to be encouraged even as we face modern-day false prophets and vicious attacks—Jesus wins.

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Join us for week 25 as Pastor Josh McPherson continues to preach through the Book of Acts.

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Pastor Josh McPherson preaches from Acts 12 as we continue through our Book of Acts series.

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Easter 2023 was historic at Grace City. On a weekend in which we ribbon-cut our new Atrium and baptized more people than we did in all of 2022, Pastor Josh brought a prophetic word for our troubled culture from the obscure book of Ezekiel.

In a vivid vision of the state of Israel, God leads His prophet Ezekiel to a desolate valley full of human dry bones. This is Israel. She has lost her national identity and abandoned faith in God. She is mired in corruption, sexual perversion, & moral decadence. Her soul is dead.

Looking out over so much death and carnage, God asks the central question of humanity, ”Can these dry bones live?”

The answer changes everything.

God moved powerfully in the hearts of all who heard His answer thunder from Heaven on Easter Sunday, 2023, and we pray He would do the same for you as you listen to this sermon and hear Heaven’s Prophet, the risen Christ, declare over your life, ”Dry bones…Live!”

Jesus Is Revival.

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Barnabas ("son of encouragement") is a man few know about, but all have been impacted by. He was Paul's right-hand man who played an integral role in his discipleship. In this sermon on Acts 11:19-30, Pastor Josh shows us why all of us should strive to follow Barnabas' example.

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God wants you to have a critical mind, not a critical spirit. Unfortunately, “Christian discernment bloggers” is code word for Jerk, and criticizing the church has become a budding cottage industry. Pick on a church and you’re sure to gain a following.

But the spirit of the critic originated from the first Critic, Satan himself, and when we become critical, we pull help up into our relationships. In this sermon Pastor Josh unpacks the difference between the spirit of the critic, the work of the prophetic, and how to cultivate discernment without becoming a life-sucking critic to yourself and relationships around you.

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Part 2 of Pastor Josh McPherson's sermon on Acts Chapter 10.

From HR departments across the land to school administrations and legislation, the unholy trinity of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has become the doctrinal backbone of the new state religion of wokeism—the secular orthodoxy that cannot be questioned or challenged.

But the new woke religion is no more than new packaging on the oldest false religion, which started in Genesis 3 when the serpent said, ‘Eat and you can become like God.’

In this pull-no-punches sermon, Pastor Josh brings a prophetic word exposing the attractive lie of DEI and unpacking the power of the truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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From HR departments across the land to school administrations and legislation, the unholy trinity of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has become the doctrinal backbone of the new state religion of wokeism—the secular orthodoxy that cannot be questioned or challenged.

But the new woke religion is no more than new packaging on the oldest false religion, which started in Genesis 3 when the serpent said, ‘Eat and you can become like God.’

In this pull-no-punches sermon, Pastor Josh brings a prophetic word exposing the attractive lie of DEI and unpacking the power of the truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Does God still heal? Do people have a specific "gift of healing"? Why are some people seemingly miraculously healed while others continue to suffer? In this sermon, Pastor Josh leads us through these common questions on healing in relation to Acts 9:32-43. Also included is a personal testimony from a very special guest.

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The most compelling apologetic for Jesus is not a well-turned phrase but a radically changed life. In Week 18 of our Book of Acts series, Pastor Josh McPherson guides us through the process God uses to sanctifies saints as demonstrated in the story of Saul of Tarsus becoming the Apostle Paul. Before God knocked him off his horse he was a well-off, gritty, genius, workhorse, who was a single, religious, zealous, wrong man who God radically redeemed and transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit through one simple act of obedience at a time.

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When asked to describe Christianity, Theologian J.I. Packer said, “God Saves Sinners”. Nowhere is this truth more powerfully described than in the story of the Apostle Paul’s conversion in Acts Chapter 9. In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson walks us through just how God can take broken sinners who are far from Himself to people who powerfully live their new lives for God’s glory in Jesus’ name.

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Sometimes before God can save us He has to knock us off our horse. Sometimes the horse is pride, education, power, prestige, religiosity, or even good intentions. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks one of the most remarkable and important moments in all of history.

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Vector Academy 2023 update and sermon from the book of Leviticus by Pastor Kyle McMullen.

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Anchored Youth yearly update from Pastor Brian Blair.

Anchored Evidence - It matters how you respond to the person and work of Jesus - his work in you and his work in others.

Look and see how the students at Grace City church are responding. Be encouraged and challenged by their example and let the message ring out!

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Following Jesus on mission can get messy, but it’s a mess worth making. Sometimes you’ve got to go through hard places to get to the low-hanging harvest.

In this sermon from Acts 8:4-25, Pastor Adam looks at the ministry of Phillip in Samaria and unpacks five ways mission is messy and five reasons it’s worth it.

If you need encouragement to press through the hard times and keep leaning into a life on the frontlines of the advancing kingdom of God, this sermon is for you. And if you feel like your life is a mess, you’ll be reminded that Jesus stepped into the mess to rescue and redeem.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson preaches from Acts 8:26-40 on listening to the lead of the Holy Spirit, how to look for "low-hanging fruit", and how to tell others about Jesus. “Maybe God has put you right where you are in order to share Jesus boldly right where you are.”

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If you’re going to follow Jesus, you’re going to get attacked. There’s no world where you follow a guy who was crucified and don’t get shot at yourself. Now more than ever before in our nation, following Jesus comes with a price. Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Stephen and gives 9 keys to standing for Jesus against the angry God-hating mob.

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Pastor Josh McPherson preaching on leadership from Acts 6:1-10

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America is a post-Christian nation. In this new and ever-increasing hostile environment towards Christianity, how do we respond? When businesses, corporate employers, schools, and culture demands we keep Jesus out of the equation or else face retribution, what does it look like to be faithful to Jesus?

In this timely sermon, Pastor Josh takes these difficult questions head on as he unpacks the similar position the apostles faced in their day in Acts 5. The result is a road map for believers on how to be faithful to God in a hostile culture.

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Before God asks us to give anything, he gives us everything.

In this vintage Grace City sermon on generosity, Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Annanias & Saphira, compares the greedy life to the generous life, and ends with a powerful story of God’s redemption in the life of a man who grew up homeless and now runs his own business.

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The Kingdom of God advances through Spirit-filled normal people boldly proclaiming Jesus Christ. That means you. In this provocative sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks the truth that the only ones who can censor the Church is a church itself. The enemy cannot silence disciples who aren’t afraid of the enemy’s threats. Need some courage? Hit play on this sermon.

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In response to a miraculous healing of a lame man, Peter boldly preaches near the temple in Jerusalem to a crowd about the risen Jesus, with a call to repentance.

Just as in the days of Acts, the church still advances through the work of God displayed, the Word of God declared, and the witnesses of God deployed.

In this message from Acts 3:11-26, Pastor Adam James unpacks takeaways, action steps, and the blessing of repentance for believers and unbelievers today.

There is no shortage of strange practices in relationship to supernatural healing throughout the Church. Magic, mail-order healing oils from Jerusalem and “healing preachers” on TV have muddied the already confusing waters and made it appear to the casual observer that it’s all quite absurd.

In this sermon, Pastor Josh digs into the 10 most common questions and about healing, including the different kinds of healings, the very definition of supernatural, and the relationship between healing and modern medicine. The good news of the gospel, and the hope of every Christian, is that that—YES—God will answer every prayer for healing for His children.

Habakkuk, the only OT prophet to initiate a conversation with God, shows us how to go from wondering and wrestling to waiting on and worshiping an Almighty God.

Come see how it takes the right posture of faith and obedience.

Pastor Kyle McMullen teaching on the Holiness of God in Leviticus 19.

Pastor Josh McPherson teaching on trust.

What makes a church a church? Are two guys fishing a church? Is one person walking in the mountains a church? Is any group that gets together around religious things a church? The reality is becoming more and more clear in our day…there are true churches and false churches. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the markers of a true biblical church.

In the ongoing saga of the birth of the church in the books of Acts, Pastor Josh unpacks the first Christian sermon preached by Peter and what we can learn about what happens when the Holy Spirit fills people with His power.

n this 3rd week of our Book of Acts series Pastor Josh leads us through 10 lessons for the Church based on verses 1:12-26.

In this second sermon of our Acts series Pastor Josh McPherson leads us through 5 things that Jesus did just prior to his ascension, and what we are to do in light of these things.

In this opening sermon of our series on the Book of Acts, Pastor Josh explains the importance of authorial intent when interpreting God's Word, what the Book of Acts is not, and the 4 main themes of this second book written by Luke.

Pastor Josh McPherson shares the vision that drives Grace City Church - We exist to help more people meet, love, and follow Jesus. Also included is the Ballard | Direction North story.

In an incredible text from Deuteronomy, God’s people are commanded to face their enemies without fear or dread, because God fights for them. When their enemy outnumbers them, they are not to scramble for reinforcements, but are actually supposed to shrink their army down even more until only the courageous men remain. The principles regarding spiritual warfare for the Church could not be more timely. God’s word to His people has not changed…don’t be fainthearted.

“The fool says in his heart there is no God.” What’s really going on in the rejection of God and what is the fruit of that worldview? How should Christians think in times of moral decay? Pastor Adam James unpacks Psalm 14, that speaks to the foolishness and depravity of godlessness but also points to the faithfulness and inescapableness of God.

God is big and we are small. It’s all about Him and it’s not about us. He’s the One on center stage. He’s the One worthy of the spotlight. He’s the One orchestrating the story of redemption. He’s working all things and overseeing all things according to His ultimate purposes. Nothing and no one can stop God from being God. Nothing and no one can stop God from fulfilling His promises. At the end of the day, we want to clearly proclaim our faith in the Lord to sovereignly bring about His good plans and purposes, in His timing, through His people. As the traditional doxology of the Lord’s Prayer states, let us be careful to give all glory and all honor to God alone. We exist by Him and for Him. In the end, we know that Jesus wins. As we near the end of this reflection on the Lord’s Prayer, we return to the theme of faith-filled worship, focusing on WHO OUR GOD IS and ALL HE HAS DONE, IS DOING, AND WILL DO. God is absolutely Sovereign, altogether Good, All-Powerful, abundantly Gracious, and Glorious beyond all comparison. He who was and is and is to come…to Him be all glory, honor, power, and dominion now and forever. Amen!

The central request of the Lord’s Prayer, which brings every other blessing with it, is the request for the Kingdom of God to come and
the Lord’s will to be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. The blessing of the rule and reign of God over His people and into the world brings life to the fullest! Every revival and renewal in history is preceded and marked by intensifying Kingdom-centered prayer. There is nothing better than life in the Kingdom and no agenda better than the Lord’s will. Every other will and agenda disappoints, disillusions, and destroys. God’s King and Kingdom alone has authority to set captives free and usher in the blessings of salvation and restoration. Jesus came preaching, “The Kingdom of God is at hand.” May we have eyes to see it and welcome it where we are! Your Kingdom come!

Week one of the Kingdom Come sermon series - The highest and greatest truth that we can know and experience is to be called a son or daughter of God. Of all the blessings bestowed upon us through the Gospel, none is greater than our adoption. Knowing God as your Father is a game-changer. Some people struggle with the concept of relating to God as Father because of the broken or painful relationship they have with their earthly father. Rather, He is the perfection of everything a good father is and should be. Regardless of what kind of father you've had, the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is that you get a better Father. The perfect Father. And He loves you. In Christ, He's chosen you and adopted you as His own. And if God is for us, who can be against us? If God is our Father, who or what could we have to fear?

“Lord, teach us to pray.” This is itself a great prayer. It’s also the request of the disciples that prompted Jesus’s teaching on the Lord’s Prayer in Luke 11. In this introductory sermon to a new 8 week series titled “Kingdom Come” on the Lord’s Prayer, Pastor Adam James unpacks the purpose, common pitfalls, and preconditions to true prayer. No matter where you are as a follower of Jesus in your understanding or practice of prayer, this sermon aims to awaken a fresh desire in your own heart to join in the disciples prayer, “Lord, teach us to pray!”

Vector Academy graduation ceremony 2022.

Pastor Hank Stanley

Life is often filled with pain, trials, and adversity. In this sermon Pastor Josh shares 4 life hacks for hard times.

"The Kind of Church the World Needs"
Pastor Adam James

In Titus chapter 2, the Apostle Paul gives specific instructions on God's created roles for patriarchs, matriarchs, young women, and young men. Pastor Kyle walks through each then tackles the hot-button topics of ‘slavery and the Bible,’ ‘slavery and our culture,’ and ‘slavery and the gospel.’

How do you live as an authentic, healthy Christian & Church, specifically in a culture where:
- the media & government are dishonest and it’s hard to know who to trust for reliable information
- there are rising levels of crime, riots, tensions, brutality, & lawlessness
- people are unwilling to work and yet given to overeating
- society/culture is confused about gender and antagonistic to God’s design
- many religious leaders and “churches” lack integrity and are blurring the lines with false teaching and empty ritualism
- many claim to be “Christians” but deny truth in their beliefs and lack the life-changing power of godliness in their actions

This was the context of the island of Crete in the early AD 60’s where the Apostle Paul sent Titus to “straighten out what was left unfinished.” God’s word is relevant and timely to all peoples in all times and all places. Listen as Pastor Adam unpacks the first chapter of Titus.

Who is Jesus? Pastor Josh McPherson answers that question in this final sermon from his series on the Gospel of Luke.

Have you considered your hermeneutic today? Did you know you have one? This sermon highlights Jesus' own hermeneutic, His method of literary interpretation, which He uses to accurately show how all of scripture points to Himself. Pastor Josh McPherson highlights the fact that Jesus did this in His first interactions following His resurrection and invites us all to apply this same, right hermeneutic to Bible reading.

Can you believe it’s been 11 months since the start of Lift Off?! Twelve ‘rockets’ were launched with missions to Build, Train, and Reach. Pastor Josh is thrilled to bring you a Status Update for each. Get ready to be encouraged.

We deserved and earned death, but Jesus said, "I'll die in your place." Why? Because Jesus Ain't Fair.

In our modern era of science, medicine administered by white-robed doctors in sterile hospitals, and courtrooms with endless appeal processes, we know very little of the state-sponsored terror that was capital punishment under the Roman Empire. Jesus was sent from sham trial to tragic death in less than 24 hours. In this meditation on the Murder of God, Pastor Josh draws out (in truthful and gruesome detail) what Jesus experienced in the last hours of his life…and why we call that hideous injustice “Good News.”

As His death draws near, Jesus makes 3 radical, history-shattering claims about who He is. These 3 claims will turn the world upside down and get Him killed. What can we learn from the hypocrisy of mobs, the cowardice of Pilate, and the courage of Jesus? A lot. And the applicability to modern headlines is stunning.

History is divided into two categories of people…those who will experience the wrath of God, and those who will be saved from it. Do you know which one you are?

In perhaps the dumbest argument in history, the disciples squabble over who is greater. Jesus interrupts them to define true greatness.

Many wrong ideas have spread in the Church based on Jesus’ teaching of the end times, often resulting in people being fearful or confused. But that wasn’t His purpose at all. In this sermon, Pastor Josh untangles one of the most misunderstood passages in all of Luke, and in so doing, helps believers think rightly about history, the end times, and how we should prepare now.

From navigating ‘gotcha’ questions about heaven to responding to the false presuppositions of critics, from exposing the dangers of hypocrisy to highlighting the kind of giving that truly honors God, Jesus leaves no stone unturned in this power-packed passage of scripture.

Jesus was no pushover. Neither was He afraid of getting ‘political.’ Many people believe that ‘separation of church & state’ is a modern concept. Pastor Josh clarifies in this sermon that it was Jesus who set this idea in motion. Be encouraged, Christians—Jesus is Lord over all things, including politics.

Parables are small stories that make a big point, giving us a heavenly perspective on earthly matters. In the Parable of the Tenants, Jesus tears down false dichotomies as He reveals a loving God who deals harshly with evil, the righteous judgement of hell and the marvel of heaven, and how God can offer forgiveness to sinners.

Jesus sets prophecy into motion as He demonstrates His divine authority in Luke 19:45-20:8. In this power-packed sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson highlights Jesus shocking the self righteous and prompting each of us to ask, "If Jesus arrived at the temple of my heart, where would He go and what would He clean out first?”

Ever feel like life is a roller coaster? Good news! Bad news. Happy! Sad. Winning! Losing. Victories! Defeats. The emotional whiplash can be exhausting. In this message, Pastor Josh teaches on the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, a moment mixed with excitement and sadness, and the way in which Jesus shows His full humanity. We can all learn from His example as we walk through a life that’s riddled with complex joy and grief.

Life sometimes seems like a dangerous task with insurmountable odds. In this sermon, Pastor Brian Blair shows us that we don't have to face life's challenges alone. There is one who has gone before us and made a way to recover from broken beginnings and live exhilarating lives that bring glory to God.

In this aptly named sermon, Pastor Kyle McMullen walks us through a timeless ‘deep track’ of the Old Testament—the Book of Haggai—to highlight God’s future grace and ultimate glory to come.

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Pastor Kyle McMullen brings the Gospel Hot Sauce as he preaches through the Book of Jude in one sermon.

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Ever wonder what God’s will is for your life? Ever face hard decisions brought on by difficult circumstances? Or struggle to decide between multiple good opportunities? In this sermon, Pastor Josh explains the nature of God’s will and shares a practical decision-making grid he’s used for 20 years to make muddy decisions clear. You don’t have to live life second-guessing God’s will for you life. You can move forward with intentionality and confidence.

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How will you live a life that makes a difference in the coming year? In this first sermon of 2022, Pastor Josh unpacks his New Year routine and explains the importance of zero-based planning in your life.

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Jesus expects those who follow Him to get the “business end” of life right. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks why following Jesus requires risk, effort, planning, and (most importantly) never ever mailing it in.

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Jesus expects those who follow Him to get the “business end” of life right. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks why following Jesus requires risk, effort, planning, and (most importantly) never ever mailing it in.

Jesus not only forgives people completely, He changes people deeply. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Zacchaeus, complete with teachings on the Christian’s relationship to rule of law, the nature of critics (and how to respond), the difference between penance and restitution, the similarities of the rich and the poor, and the incredible truth and proof of Jesus’ love for sinners.

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Jesus not only forgives people completely, He changes people deeply. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Zacchaeus, complete with teachings on the Christian’s relationship to rule of law, the nature of critics (and how to respond), the difference between penance and restitution, the similarities of the rich and the poor, and the incredible truth and proof of Jesus’ love for sinners.

If you were to meet Jesus, what would you ask him? Your answer reveals a lot about you. In this sermon, Pastor Josh takes us on a remarkable journey through the Exodus story, a prophecy in Isaiah, and a king's adultery in II Samuel and how they all culminate in a miraculous interaction Jesus has with a blind man in Jericho. And in so doing, we see the 5 most important words anyone could say to Jesus.

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In 4 short verses Jesus makes a stunning declaration, and in so doing gives us a road map for how to understand the Bible we read. Is it myth? Fairy tale? Fable? Folklore? History? Allegory? Moral tales?

Many attack the Bible’s credibility with “gotcha” verses pointing out apparent contradictions, which only reveals a naivety and ignorance in failing to read the Bible on its own terms. The fundamental key to understanding the Bible is simply this: that the Bible is NOT a recorded history of man’s understanding of God. But if not that, then what is it? That is the question Pastor Josh unpacks from the words of Jesus in this story.

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In 4 short verses Jesus makes a stunning declaration, and in so doing gives us a road map for how to understand the Bible we read. Is it myth? Fairy tale? Fable? Folklore? History? Allegory? Moral tales? Many attack the Bible’s credibility with “gotcha” verses pointing out apparent contradictions, which only reveals a naivety and ignorance in failing to read the Bible on its own terms. The fundamental key to understanding the Bible is simply this: that the Bible is NOT a recorded history of man’s understanding of God. But if not that, then what is it? That is the question Pastor Josh unpacks from the words of Jesus in this story.

In this story, Jesus gets asked the most important question in the world by a rich young influencer. Picture a social media tech CEO driving a Lamborghini asking Jesus how to get to Heaven. Jesus' answer is, as always, stunning.

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In this story, Jesus gets asked the most important question in the world by a rich young influencer. Picture a social media tech CEO driving a Lamborghini asking Jesus how to get to Heaven. Jesus' answer is, as always, stunning.

Whether you've walked with Jesus for 30 years or 3 months, we grow in our relationship with Jesus by believing and applying what we know. In this teaching to His disciples, Jesus gives 7 keys to growing up as a Christian.

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Sinners in the Hands of a Laughing God

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Is it ever ok to complain or protest to God about your situation? The book of Psalms contains a wide diversity of people's emotional journey and how to talk to God not just when things are going well but particularly when things are bad. The Psalms teach us that if we stay with God and process everything with Him in prayer, it always ends in praise. The call of Psalms is a call to unburden yourself by bringing your protests to the One who can actually do something about your situation.

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In this Special Sermon for Independence Day 2021, Pastor Kyle Mcmullen describes a nation that is coasting on the mere memory of the values it was founded upon. As people of the Word, we can be encouraged that our Lord has prepared us for this time and called us into the work of revival and renewal.

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Do you ever struggle to get into prayer? Does it feel complicated? In modeling prayer for his disciples, Jesus shows us a framework that is simple in form, relational in nature, practical in content, and eternal in perspective.

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Our lives are marked by choices. Speaking in Martha’s home, Jesus makes a distinction between choosing great things and best things. In a world filled with opportunities to do great things, Jesus still invites us to return to the best thing—joy in His presence in all that we do.

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For many, these recent days have been filled with worries and hardships. It can be difficult to be happy at times. But Jesus gives us great cause to rejoice! His ministry changed the world then and has the power (fueled by His Spirit) to change our outlook today.

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In Luke chapter 10, Jesus does something totally SHOCKING…again. This time, He sends out 72 untrained (and unnamed) followers to proclaim the arrival of the Kingdom of God. Pastor Josh examines 7 ways Jesus works through this first church body and is always doing so through His Church.

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“Critical Race Theory” has only recently become a topic of public discourse, but is it new? How is it impacting American culture? And how should we, as believers, respond? Pastor Adam exposes the spirit of division at its core, along with 5 active and wise responses.

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God has shown us the infinite value of following Jesus. But what is Jesus looking for in his followers? Pastor Adam walks through key scenes in Luke’s gospel in which Jesus, like a master sculptor, works to define, refine, and reorient His followers into His likeness.

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Jesus Christ is sitting at the right hand of God the Father and ruling over all of history. Following Him is of infinite value. But how do we come to know this? Pastor Kyle Mcmullen draws insight from Jesus’ transfiguration in Luke chapter 9 to highlight our reliance on God to reveal the identity and inherent value of his His son to each of us.

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What does it mean to be “these days” Christians? Pastor Josh and special guest Hank Stanley exhort us to watch for and expect God’s gracious activity in the present (to not just remember it from back in “those days”) and to look forward to greater things that are to come.

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We as believers have been commissioned, empowered, and sent. But how are we called to step into preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God? Pastor Josh unpacks 4 keys to walking with Jesus on mission — doing so in purpose, in faith, in conviction, and ultimately in His power.

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Daniel

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The world is jacked up. Actually, the world has always been jacked up (since Genesis 3!). And that can be strangely comforting in a time like ours. We saw evidence of this in Daniel chapter 11, as Pastor Josh walked through a sweeping chapter of the Bible that demonstrates again the sovereign hand of God over both global events and the personal details of our lives.

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Discouraged and overwhelmed? How do we rightly respond to the pain, suffering, and loss that we face in life? In Daniel chapter 10, Pastor Josh walks us through what the process of lamenting is and what it is not. We learn that it is the love of God, not details of the future, that will get us through the darkness.

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Changing your circumstances doesn't change your reality. Instead of packing up and making a run for it, let our first response in all of life, especially in difficult situations, be prayer. In Daniel 9, we learn about the importance of our heart posture in prayer and the faithfulness of our God.

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God is always at work, even when you can't see it, even in hardship and suffering. Daniel receives a vision of events that would occur hundreds of years later (recorded in our present-day history books) that displays both God's infiniteness and His power. Though Daniel is grieved and burdened with the revelation of things to come, he sees the assurance of God's ultimate sovereignty over all things, past and future. With this hope, he finds the courage to face the events of his day no matter how hopeless or evil.

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How many of us have experienced some form of fear or anxiety observing the chaos and confusion of our time? What God is reminding us in Daniel chapter 7 is that He knows all things and He holds the future. Listen as Pastor Josh unpacks how we can persevere through the darkness of these days because of the glory and brightness to come.

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We live in a day and age where the highest cultural virtue is inclusivity. Not all worldviews, not all truth claims, not all ways of life are created equal. The message of the Bible is not that Jesus is one of many equally valid paths. Jesus Christ is the only way. We don't listen to the spirit of the age, we listen to the Spirit of the ages, who is calling the Church in our day to once again recover and recalim the exclusivity of Jesus Christ.

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Do “For some, Christmas is the best of times. For others, it is the worst of times. No matter what you’re facing this Christmas, we all need the same thing... to see Jesus Christ as supreme and sufficient. The glory of the eternal Son of God filling the manger. Colossians intends to thrill you in Christ, fill you with Christ, and propel for Christ. Do you have the hope of glory this Christmas?”

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Is it ever right for a Christian to disobey the law? In one of the most famous Bible stories of all time, Daniel is punished by the government for serving Jesus. But Daniel's faith remains firm in the worship of the true King, and God shows up in a powerful way to rescue his servant. Also, Pastor Josh interviews a public servant and discusses Christians serving the role of politics.

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The first act of obedience for Christians is the practice of nonconformity to the pattern of the world. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle unpacks what this nonconformity looks like.

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Nebuchadnezzar spent his whole life building his own kingdom, but his day of judgment was coming. Even in this shocking story of swift judgment, we see the astounding patience of God with people who throw parties for themselves. Nebuchadnezzar is no different from us...we can spend our time building our own kingdom or God's, but we can't do both.

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The story of Nebuchadnezzar is a story of a man being successful in the world's eyes but not in God's. God will disrupt your comfort to mature your faith, which means when life is coming apart, look for the hand of God. Jesus has come to infuse meaning and significance into our life. However successful we are with our kingdom, it will ring hollow unless we have a relationship with God our Father.

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Fear is contagious, but so is courage. In one of the most famous Bible stories of all time, 3 guys take their stand against the most powerful ruler of the known world. Courage Listen to Pastor Josh as we see how God powerfully intervenes on behalf of His people. Christians aren't guaranteed that God will deliver them from every trial, but God does promise He will be with them through the trial.

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God has built into His world the jurisdictions of the Family, Church, and State. When these jurisdictions stay in their proper lane, justice, mercy, and order reign. But what happens when those jurisdictions cross lines and swerve into the other lane? Daniel helps us see how God's people humbly, lovingly, and firmly call kings and rulers throughout history to come into alignment with God's design.

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The Kingdoms of the world clash for power. Evil rulers reign with thirst for domination. How are the people of God to live under these kingdoms? Daniel gives us a clear picture of how Man's Kingdoms will always fall, but God's Kingdom will stand strong to the end, and believers must put their hope in God's control and care.

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The Kingdoms of the world clash for power. Evil rulers reign with thirst for domination. How are the people of God to live under these kingdoms? Daniel gives us a clear picture of how Man's Kingdoms will always fall, but God's Kingdom will stand strong to the end, and believers must put their hope in God's control and care.

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Babylon is coming for you. It wants to inculcate and destroy you. Can you see it? Babylon is not a geographical place on a map, it's a system of ideas that sets itself up against God and His people. Fortunately, Daniel gives us key instructions for how live amidst the chaos.

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Daniel was living during a period of political and cultural chaos. Taken from his land, taken from his people, he was forced to live in a culture who hated his God. But Daniel reminds us that while it can appear that Christians are losing, God is still in charge of those who are in charge.

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Unity is the high ground of spiritual warfare. When you understand the principle of unity, you will win in your relationships. On the contrary, the one thing the enemy wants is to divide people or unity them around things that are contrary to God and His Kingdom. It's time to get unity right.

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These are trying days. We're frustrated, we're tired, we're fearful, we're angry. All these things can grip our hearts in an environment like this. If there's one thing we need in these days, in these times, in order to live for the glory of God and survive, it's the Holy Spirit. Threats are real. But the good news is if you are in Christ, then Christ is in you and the Spirit of God resides within you. You can overcome.

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We all need a lot right now. Routine. Stability. Normal. Sanity. Especially in these moments. But what is the one thing we need more than anything else?

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STORY FROM THE VAULT: Cathedral (Building Home 2018)

Watch the documentary film that launched Building Home. Grace City may have been officially started in 2008, but the seed was planted long before that...

SERMON FROM THE VAULT: Living for the Dash (Life After Death 2017)

A series on heaven, Life After Death had a lot of powerful teaching and preaching. Experience the kickoff sermon from this unique Grace City series from 2017.

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STORY FROM THE VAULT: Locust (Easter 2018)

Watch this groundbreaking creative effort from the Story Team in which a single narrative emerges from the lives of three people who were on very different paths. There is truly nothing that Jesus cannot restore. This film was produced for Grace City's 2018 Easter services.

SERMON FROM THE VAULT: The Power of God (The Story of Everything 2016)

The Story of Everything might be the most theologically ambitious series ever preached at Grace City, and it does not dissapoint. This is a foundational series that unpacks the beliefs and mission right at the heart of Grace City's calling and vision. This particular sermon is a memorable moment, filled with unique visuals and inspiring perspective.

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STORY FROM THE VAULT: Gary and Janet (Easter 2016)

You will be hard pressed to find a more powerful story of forgiveness and redemption. The Story Team produced this film in tandem with the Marriage Strong series. It premiered at the Town Toyota Center for Grace City's 2016 Easter service.

SERMON FROM THE VAULT: Temptation, You, and Jesus (James series 2015)

Preaching through books of the Bible is the bread and butter at Grace City. The James series from 2015 had so many great moments. This sermon is incredibly helpful and practical as it faces head on the always relevant topic of temptation.

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STORY FROM THE VAULT: BRYAN MCNAIR'S STORY (Mission Advance 2015)

Bryan was a high achieving high school kid who thought he had it all. But an internal emptiness kept driving him to have conversations about life with one of his baseball coaches, Brian Blair. Enjoy this throwback story and remember what Grace City is all about...helping more people meet. love, and follow Jesus.

SERMON FROM THE VAULT: Work and War (Nehemiah Series 2015)

Preached in conjunction with the Mission Advance Initiative, the Nehemiah series is one of the most memorable journeys through a book of the Bible in the history of Grace City. It was during this series that the generosity of the people of Grace City Church resulted in raising more than enough money to complete the purchase of the Melody Lane property. Full of truth, and super practical, this sermon is relevant and helpful for anyone at anytime who is attempting to make forward progress in Christ.

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STORY FROM THE VAULT: JESUS WINS (Easter 2015)

Three people, one common theme...Jesus wins. This video was the first of it's kind for the Story Team. As a bold attempt to tell three stories in one video the result is a powerful and moving testimony to the redeeming work of Jesus in the lives of real people. This was premiered for Grace City's 2015 Easter services.

SERMON FROM THE VAULT: JESUS, MONEY, AND WORSHIP (Treasure Series 2013)

The Treasure series was a watermark moment for Grace City Church. Experience the kickoff sermon from that series in which Pastor Josh lays out a biblical and practical understanding of money from the perspective of eternity.

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In this sermon Pastor Josh walks us play-by-play through Jesus and his disciples caught in a maritime disaster, and Pastor Adam adds his color commentary as together they pull out gospel truths about the power of Jesus and the nature of following him.

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Common in the human experience is the feeling that life is completely out of our control, and yet this doesn't stop us from futilely trying everything we can to be in control. Where is God when life feels out of control? Does He have anything to say to us in these times? Yes, He does. There's a jaw-dropping story in the Bible about a kid named Joseph, whose life path could not have been more outside of his own control...from betrayal, to slavery, to a false accusation that lands him in prison, Joseph experienced unthinkable circumstances. And yet, he emerged on the other side of all it with God-given power that enabled him to be better, not bitter. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks powerful and practical truth from Joseph's story that is strikingly relevant for today.

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What do you do when life circumstances force you into isolation? When you feel alone, fearful, or frustrated? In this powerful story of Elijah, we learn 3 key lessons about ourselves and 1 powerful lesson about God that will restore our perspective and give us hope to persevere through even the loneliest of trials.

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“CANCELED” is a word we’ve all gotten used to hearing, and let’s be honest...it’s not fun when “life” gets canceled. But what if the tables could be turned? What if, instead of the word “canceled” being the theme of bad news, it was actually the headline of not just good news, but the best news? In this first installment of an original series called “REFOCUS” from Pastor Josh McPherson, the word “canceled” takes on a whole new meaning. Here’s a hint: what do Jesus, a prostitute, a religious snob, and the Apostle Paul have to do with the word “canceled”?

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The human mortality rate is 100%. Death is the inevitable fact of life. But...there is a KING who conquered death. You will die, but your death doesn't have to have the last word over you. In this unique, cinematic sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson delivers a powerful, story-driven message about how Jesus Christ is King over death. You'll probably recognize one of the stories he tells...Here's a hint: there's an epic showdown between a boy and a giant. It may be the most popular Bible story of all time...but it is almost always misunderstood.

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Just because we have the experience doesn’t mean we always get the message. In this sermon, Pastor Josh reflects on living out life in quarantine, the one word that sums up this weeks dominate emotion, a critical lesson he learned from his wife, and 3 steps to ensuring you don’t waste this Corona crisis. And the first step might surprise you.

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How does the Church respond in times of uncertainty and fear? Pastor Josh answers that question as he lays out the Action Plan for Grace City Church to stay in step with Jesus as we walk through this social crisis in a way that keeps us close to Jesus and loving those around us. The church was made for these moments, and together we will rise to meet this historic moment together.

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Jesus has placed the potential for greatness inside every person. In this sermon, pastor Josh unpacks Jesus’ litmus test for greatness, and in the process covers Jesus’ antidote for doubt, how to handle critics, and why the secret to greatness is refusing to dance.

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There is good news for anyone who have ever experienced suffering. In this story, an odd request from a Roman warrior gives us the opportunity to see that Jesus was more than a teacher, he was a miracle worker. And in those miracles we get a glimpse into the world the way God intended.

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How does Christianity on Sunday connect to the “real world” on Monday? Surprisingly, in a thousand ways. In this practical sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the Christian world view that gives intrinsic worth and value to the sometimes mundane and ordinary “work” of life. When the doctrine of vocation is grasped, you’ll never see the world the same again.

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In this practical sermon on money from Pastor Kyle Strong, you will be given 4 biblical principles and 4 essential habits for your pursuit of financial freedom.

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All of our bodies are broken. The Fall has affected every area of who we are. There's disabilities, chronic pain, illness, food allergies, heart attacks, back pain, hormonal imbalance, diabetes and strokes. All of us have something we don't like about our bodies. But the truth is, our bodies are a unique, complex, amazing gift from God that houses His Spirit. And He has asked us, to the best of our ability, in whatever condition we're in, to steward it so we can carry out the assignments He's given us.

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This is our reality as humans...we are fundamentally relational beings. Human thriving is predicated upon the quality of our relationships. In this sermon, Pastor Josh draws out of the Bible 4 Relationship Principles guaranteed to increase your relational IQ.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh and Pastor Adam co-teach on the important topic of spiritual life. No matter where you're at in life, there is hope for you to have a thriving relationship with God. This sermon will encourage you and equip you with foundational principles and practical tools for experiencing ongoing, life giving spiritual formation in Christ.

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Let’s be honest...most of life is made up of the mundane. Success comes when we learn to do mundane things really well for a long period of time.

In this sermon Pastor Josh encourages us to “get into the garage” so we can work ON our life, and not just be constantly caught up with the craziness IN our life. So that we can make sure we’re doing the boring but world-changing mundane well.

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In this practical and helpful message, Pastor Josh points out the obvious but often overlooked truth...wrong destination + wrong course = wasted journey. That’s the reality of many of our lives. It’s not that we don’t know where we were going, it’s that when we arrive there we often realize it was the wrong destination to begin with.

In this second part follow-up message, Pastor Josh unpacks the last 3 practical pieces of life wisdom that applies to anyone who wants to make their journey count, including picking a compelling destination, finding a competent guide, and journeying with a committed crew of like-minded travelers. This second installment of Vector 2020 is the perfect message to refocus you going into this new decade.

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First Sunday of the new year. The year that kicks off a new decade. A decade full of unknowns. And the question arises...what will the next 10 years hold? What direction will my life take? What kind of person will I become? How can I chart a course for a life that matters?

That’s the topic Pastor Josh tackles in kicking off this 5-week series. Listen in as he shares funny stories and wild adventures that led to 3 key life lessons he learned while trying to survive the mountain bike trails of the Wenatchee valley with his son Levi this last summer. And hear the riveting words of God from the Apostle Paul that will establish the posture of our heart in preparation to enter the new year with a clear sense of direction and purpose.

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Jesus often taught on fear, anxiety, materialism, and greed, but in this provocative parable, he gives the antidote to all of those vices. In two stories and an unusual twist, Jesus summarizes the three most common teachings of the NT and in so doing gives us a road map for how to think about all of the practical moments of everyday life.

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