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“Lament Psalms” offer gut wrenchingly honest prayers for God's deliverance in moments of darkest despair.
“Lament Psalms” offer gut wrenchingly honest prayers for God's deliverance in moments of darkest despair.
“Lament Psalms” offer gut wrenchingly honest prayers for God's deliverance in moments of darkest despair.
There is a deep-seated need for something or someone to reign and rule in our lives. “Royal Psalms” portray the reign of the earthly king, as well as the heavenly King in our world and lives.
There is a deep-seated need for something or someone to reign and rule in our lives. “Royal Psalms” portray the reign of the earthly king, as well as the heavenly King in our world and lives.
There is a deep-seated need for something or someone to reign and rule in our lives. “Royal Psalms” portray the reign of the earthly king, as well as the heavenly King in our world and lives.
Gratitude is more than an attitude. It’s a life enhancing action. “Thanksgiving Psalms” offer praise to God for His gracious acts.
Gratitude is more than an attitude. It’s a life enhancing action. “Thanksgiving Psalms” offer praise to God for His gracious acts.
Gratitude is more than an attitude. It’s a life enhancing action. “Thanksgiving Psalms” offer praise to God for His gracious acts.
We get mad in life. Is it okay to pray angry prayers? “Imprecatory Psalms” invoke God's wrath and judgment against enemies.
We get mad in life. Is it okay to pray angry prayers? “Imprecatory Psalms” invoke God's wrath and judgment against enemies.
We get mad in life. Is it okay to pray angry prayers? “Imprecatory Psalms” invoke God's wrath and judgment against enemies.
The “Wisdom Psalms” instruct the worshiper in the way of wisdom and righteousness. Sometimes we pray, “God what do you want me to do?”
The “Wisdom Psalms” instruct the worshiper in the way of wisdom and righteousness. Sometimes we pray, “God what do you want me to do?”
The “Wisdom Psalms” instruct the worshiper in the way of wisdom and righteousness. Sometimes we pray, “God what do you want me to do?”
The “Pilgrimage Psalms” were sung by worshipers as they traveled to Jerusalem to celebrate the Jewish festivals. These are prayers of anticipatory joy and celebration.
The “Pilgrimage Psalms” were sung by worshipers as they traveled to Jerusalem to celebrate the Jewish festivals. These are prayers of anticipatory joy and celebration.
The “Pilgrimage Psalms” were sung by worshipers as they traveled to Jerusalem to celebrate the Jewish festivals. These are prayers of anticipatory joy and celebration.
For followers of Jesus who live at “home” in Jesus and yet feel homeless in this world, our living hope is in the promise that there is a day coming when God’s home will be among his people forever.
For followers of Jesus who live at “home” in Jesus and yet feel homeless in this world, our living hope is in the promise that there is a day coming when God’s home will be among his people forever.
Whether you’ve run away from home or stayed at home and been distant, your heavenly Father invites and welcomes you to come home to his extravagant, reckless love.
Whether you’ve run away from home or stayed at home and been distant, your heavenly Father invites and welcomes you to come home to his extravagant, reckless love.
For those of us who feel spiritually homeless, Jesus empathizes. When he was born, there was no place for him.
For those of us who feel spiritually homeless, Jesus empathizes. When he was born, there was no place for him.
Am I going to get a mansion when I get to heaven? Is this going to be my heavenly home?
Am I going to get a mansion when I get to heaven? Is this going to be my heavenly home?
Jesus makes himself at home in our messy lives. Jesus invited himself to Zacchaeus’ house, a home that was empty and lonely because of Zacchaeus’ vocation and reputation. He still does this kind of stuff.
Jesus makes himself at home in our messy lives. Jesus invited himself to Zacchaeus’ house, a home that was empty and lonely because of Zacchaeus’ vocation and reputation. He still does this kind of stuff.
Jesus takes the initiative to be at “home” in our lives and makes the first move towards us. God in Christ became a human being and “moved into our neighborhood.”
Jesus takes the initiative to be at “home” in our lives and makes the first move towards us. God in Christ became a human being and “moved into our neighborhood.”
God’s unified and Spirit-filled people should be reproducing, equipped, mature and grounded followers of Jesus.
God’s unified people can be empowered and equipped by the Holy Spirit to do the work of ministry in our broken world.
God’s people should live with a posture of humility, gentleness, patience and love working for unity and oneness in the Body of Christ.
God’s people should live with a posture of humility, gentleness, patience and love working for unity and oneness in the Body of Christ.
Peter’s epic fail was he denied knowing Jesus after boldly telling Jesus he would never deny him. Jesus not only restores Peter, but gives him an assignment.
Peter’s epic fail was he denied knowing Jesus after boldly telling Jesus he would never deny him. Jesus not only restores Peter, but gives him an assignment.
Paul and Barnabas were leaders of the movement of Jesus and they got into a huge disagreement about a young potential leader named John Mark. Little in life hurts as much as bitter relational failure.
Paul and Barnabas were leaders of the movement of Jesus and they got into a huge disagreement about a young potential leader named John Mark. Little in life hurts as much as bitter relational failure.
Naomi’s life was a mess. A widow without children in her culture and time left her a cultural failure yet God rescues, redeems and even uses her.
Naomi’s life was a mess. A widow without children in her culture and time left her a cultural failure yet God rescues, redeems and even uses her.
God wants to heal our messed up lives through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus.
God wants to heal our messed up lives through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus.
The full humanity of Jesus was on glorious display as he endured suffering in the final 24 hours of his life. It gives followers of Jesus hope as they suffer too.
The full humanity of Jesus was on glorious display as he endured suffering in the final 24 hours of his life. It gives followers of Jesus hope as they suffer too.
The preaching and teaching ministry of Jesus then and now challenges and comforts, afflicts and assists.
The preaching and teaching ministry of Jesus then and now challenges and comforts, afflicts and assists.
Before Jesus’ public ministry, he had an identity-shaping baptism, mission-clarifying temptations and multiplying ministry of calling first disciples. Like with Jesus, what happens in the private arenas of our spiritual lives shape us for life and...
Before Jesus’ public ministry, he had an identity-shaping baptism, mission-clarifying temptations and multiplying ministry of calling first disciples. Like with Jesus, what happens in the private arenas of our spiritual lives shape us for life and...
Before Jesus’ public ministry, he had an identity-shaping baptism, mission-clarifying temptations and multiplying ministry of calling first disciples. Like with Jesus, what happens in the private arenas of our spiritual lives shape us for life and...
Like Jesus as a teenager, regardless of our age, we can be about “my Father’s business.”
Like Jesus as a teenager, regardless of our age, we can be about “my Father’s business.”
Like Jesus as a teenager, regardless of our age, we can be about “my Father’s business.”
Jesus’ miraculous birth and early years teach us that God births the miraculous in God’s time and in the midst of brokenness.
Jesus’ miraculous birth and early years teach us that God births the miraculous in God’s time and in the midst of brokenness.
Jesus’ miraculous birth and early years teach us that God births the miraculous in God’s time and in the midst of brokenness.
In God’s Kingdom, the Good News of Jesus is a treasure to get at all cost and give away to others.
In God’s Kingdom, the Good News of Jesus is a treasure to get at all cost and give away to others.
In God’s Kingdom, the Good News of Jesus is a treasure to get at all cost and give away to others.
In God’s Kingdom, God gets to sort out the good from the bad. He is the judge of all things.
In God’s Kingdom, God gets to sort out the good from the bad. He is the judge of all things.
In God’s Kingdom, God gets to sort out the good from the bad. He is the judge of all things.
In God’s Kingdom, God gets to sort out the good from the bad. He is the judge of all things.
In God’s Kingdom, the possibilities of our spiritual lives depends on the condition of our spiritual soil.
In God’s Kingdom, the possibilities of our spiritual lives depends on the condition of our spiritual soil.
In God’s Kingdom, the possibilities of our spiritual lives depends on the condition of our spiritual soil.
In God’s Kingdom, the possibilities of our spiritual lives depends on the condition of our spiritual soil.
Be my witness…in Samaria/ministry in the tough places that we’d rather go around than through
Be my witness…in Samaria/ministry in the tough places that we’d rather go around than through
Be my witness…in Samaria/ministry in the tough places that we’d rather go around than through
Be my witness…in Samaria/ministry in the tough places that we’d rather go around than through
(Christmas Eve) Jesus was and is born as the Savior, Messiah, and Lord, who is worthy to be praised.
Jesus was and is born to the least, the last, and the left out as a vulnerable child, yet he is the Son of God.
Jesus was and is born to the least, the last, and the left out as a vulnerable child, yet he is the Son of God.
Jesus was and is born to the least, the last, and the left out as a vulnerable child, yet he is the Son of God.
Jesus was and is born to redeem everyone from the greatest and wealthiest to the least and poorest.
Jesus was and is born to redeem everyone from the greatest and wealthiest to the least and poorest.
Jesus was and is born to redeem everyone from the greatest and wealthiest to the least and poorest.
Jesus was and is born to redeem everyone from the greatest and wealthiest to the least and poorest.
Jesus was and is born into a dark and broken world, bringing peace, justice, and righteousness.
Jesus was and is born into a dark and broken world, bringing peace, justice, and righteousness.
Jesus was and is born into a dark and broken world, bringing peace, justice, and righteousness.
Why is Sabbath such a big deal in the Bible? What does Sabbath look like for 21st century followers of Jesus?
Why is Sabbath such a big deal in the Bible? What does Sabbath look like for 21st century followers of Jesus?
Why is Sabbath such a big deal in the Bible? What does Sabbath look like for 21st century followers of Jesus?
Why is Sabbath such a big deal in the Bible? What does Sabbath look like for 21st century followers of Jesus?
Abiding in Jesus and loving one another are inextricably linked together. As we grow closer to Jesus, we grow closer to others and vice versa.
Abiding in Jesus and loving one another are inextricably linked together. As we grow closer to Jesus, we grow closer to others and vice versa.
Abiding in Jesus and loving one another are inextricably linked together. As we grow closer to Jesus, we grow closer to others and vice versa.
Abiding in Jesus and loving one another are inextricably linked together. As we grow closer to Jesus, we grow closer to others and vice versa.
The first followers of Jesus serve as a prototype for those of us who follow Jesus 2000 years later. Immediately following Pentecost, they ordered their life in rich community together. Let’s learn from our spiritual mothers and fathers about community.
The first followers of Jesus serve as a prototype for those of us who follow Jesus 2000 years later. Immediately following Pentecost, they ordered their life in rich community together. Let’s learn from our spiritual mothers and fathers about community.
The first followers of Jesus serve as a prototype for those of us who follow Jesus 2000 years later. Immediately following Pentecost, they ordered their life in rich community together. Let’s learn from our spiritual mothers and fathers about community.
The first followers of Jesus serve as a prototype for those of us who follow Jesus 2000 years later. Immediately following Pentecost, they ordered their life in rich community together. Let’s learn from our spiritual mothers and fathers about community.
Message Notes Askit Basket Panel A Review of Steps 8 & 9 Step 8. We made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make amends to them all. Do to others as you would have them do to you. Luke 6:31 NIV Step 9. We made...
Divorce is always difficult but it does not have to be final or fatal. God is a redeemer.
Divorce is always difficult but it does not have to be final or fatal. God is a redeemer.
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 6 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 6 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 6 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 5 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 5 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 5 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 4 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 4 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 4 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 3 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 3 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 3 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 2 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 2 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 2 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 1 Jesus warned them to keep it quiet, not to breathe a word of it to anyone. He then began explaining things to them: “It is necessary that the Son of Man proceed to an ordeal of suffering, be tried and...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 1 Jesus warned them to keep it quiet, not to breathe a word of it to anyone. He then began explaining things to them: “It is necessary that the Son of Man proceed to an ordeal of suffering, be tried and...
Message Notes (Download) Ladders Part 1 Jesus warned them to keep it quiet, not to breathe a word of it to anyone. He then began explaining things to them: “It is necessary that the Son of Man proceed to an ordeal of suffering, be tried and...
“And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at...
“And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at...
God’s people are missionary people. “Sent” people are aware of where and when they have joined Jesus in his mission in the world.
God’s people are missionary people. “Sent” people are aware of where and when they have joined Jesus in his mission in the world.
God’s people are Christ-like people. Getting to know Jesus through meditating on the four Gospels is a means of learning and becoming more like Jesus for “sent” people.
God’s people are Christ-like people. Getting to know Jesus through meditating on the four Gospels is a means of learning and becoming more like Jesus for “sent” people.
God’s people are Spirit-led people. Learning the unforced rhythm of grace through time apart with God is a routine for “sent” people.
God’s people are Spirit-led people. Learning the unforced rhythm of grace through time apart with God is a routine for “sent” people.
God’s people are generous people. Blessing people with words, actions and gifts is a way “sent” people do this.
God’s people are generous people. Blessing people with words, actions and gifts is a way “sent” people do this.
God’s people are generous people. Blessing people with words, actions and gifts is a way “sent” people do this.
Our love of God requires a “first hand faith” of an encounter with Jesus with whom we have seen with “our own eyes and touched…with our own hands.”
“Everything happens for a reason.” “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” “It must be God’s will.”
“Everything happens for a reason.” “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” “It must be God’s will.”
A God who has a purpose for our life - “Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”
A God who has a purpose for our life - “Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven."
Message Notes (Download) Remember Your Baptism Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? Of course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? Or have you forgotten...
Message Notes (Download) Remember Your Baptism Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? Of course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? Or have you forgotten...
Message Notes (Download) It’s All About That Grace! Therefore, in order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But...
Message Notes (Download) It’s All About That Grace! Therefore, in order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But...
Prepare for emergencies because they will come. After Peter and John were arrested, they prayed for boldness. Once again they were filled with Spirit.
Prepare for emergencies because they will come. After Peter and John were arrested, they prayed for boldness. Once again they were filled with Spirit.
Join a sailing crew, get your provisions and learn to sail together. Our provisions will include teaching, fellowship, meals, prayer, generosity, worship and evangelism.
Join a sailing crew, get your provisions and learn to sail together. Our provisions will include teaching, fellowship, meals, prayer, generosity, worship and evangelism.
Message Notes Called - Part 3 What does it mean for me to be a servant of God? I heed the call of a servant! And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be...
Message Notes (Download) Heaven-gazer or Kingdom-Raiser? Once when he was eating with them, he commanded them, “Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you the gift he promised, as I told you before. John baptized with water, but in just a...
Message Notes (Download) Comfort in Our Suffering “Sing for joy, O heavens! Rejoice, O earth! Burst into song, O mountains! For the Lord has comforted his people and will have compassion on them in their suffering. Yet Jerusalem says, “The Lord...
Message Notes (Download) Comfort in Our Suffering “Sing for joy, O heavens! Rejoice, O earth! Burst into song, O mountains! For the Lord has comforted his people and will have compassion on them in their suffering. Yet Jerusalem says...
Message Notes Called - Part 2 How can I answer God’s call on my life? 1. Acknowledge ___________________________! From his fullness, we have all received grace upon grace. John 1:16 (NRSV) But God is so rich in mercy and he loved us...
My “real need” is to worship. We should give God worship because He is only One worthy of it. You’re not coming to church. You’re coming to worship.
My “real need” is to worship. We should give God worship because He is only One worthy of it. You’re not coming to church. You’re coming to worship.
In the parable of the prodigal son, Jesus teaches us about the generosity of God for both the religious and the irreligious.
In the parable of the prodigal sons, Jesus teaches us about the generosity of God for both the religious and the irreligious.
In the parable of the prodigal son, Jesus teaches us about the generosity of God for both the religious and the irreligious.
In the parable of the Good Shepherd, Jesus teaches about the full extent of his love for people.
In the parable of the Good Shepherd, Jesus teaches about the full extend of his love for people.
In the parable of the Good Shepherd, Jesus teaches about the full extent of his love for people.
The parable of the talents teaches us that God is the Giver of all that we have and that we are responsible to God for how we use them.
The parable of the talents teaches us that God is the Giver of all that we have and that we are responsible to God for how we use them.
The parable of the talents teaches us that God is the Giver of all that we have and that we are responsible to God for how we use them.
The parable of the great feast teaches us that all are invited to God’s banqueting table, but you also have to be clothed by the King for the feast.
The parable of the great feast teaches us that all are invited to God’s banqueting table, but you also have to be clothed by the King for the feast.
The parable of the great feast teaches us that all are invited to God’s banqueting table, but you also have to be clothed by the King for the feast.
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus teaches us about how to love our neighbors.
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus teaches us about how to love our neighbors.
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus teaches us about how to love our neighbors.
In the parable of the four soils, Jesus teaches four ways to respond to Jesus’ message.
In the parable of the four soils, Jesus teaches four ways to respond to Jesus’ message.
In the parable of the four soils, Jesus teaches four ways to respond to Jesus’ message.
Freedom comes from managing my finances God’s way. We will discover several ways to build a firm financial foundation. (This is part 2 is our journey from here to there)
Freedom comes from managing my finances God’s way. We will discover several ways to build a firm financial foundation. (This is part 2 is our journey from here to there)
Freedom comes from managing my finances God’s way. We will discover several ways to build a firm financial foundation. (This is part 2 is our journey from here to there)
Freedom comes from managing my finances God’s way. We will discover several ways to build a firm financial foundation. (This is part 2 is our journey from here to there)
Freedom comes from managing my finances God’s way. We will discover several ways to build a firm financial foundation. (This is part 2 is our journey from here to there)
Freedom comes from managing my finances God’s way. We will discover several ways to build a firm financial foundation. (This is part 2 is our journey from here to there)
We want to paint a picture of God’s preferred future for his children. It’s a new kind of normal. God desires and designed me is to live a life of contentment, freedom and abundance. (This is our “there”)
We want to paint a picture of God’s preferred future for his children. It’s a new kind of normal. God desires and designed me to live a life of contentment, freedom and abundance. (This is our “there”)
We want to paint a picture of God’s preferred future for his children. It’s a new kind of normal. God desires and designed me to live a life of contentment, freedom and abundance. (This is our “there”)
We want to paint a picture of our present reality. Our struggle is whether we are going to trust God or trust money. We aren’t "broke." We are "broken." (This is our “here.”)
We want to paint a picture of our present reality. Our struggle is whether we are going to trust God or trust money. We aren’t "broke." We are "broken." (This is our "here.")
We want to paint a picture of our present reality. Our struggle is whether we are going to trust God or trust money. We aren’t “broke.” We are “broken.” (This is our “here.”)
The Holy Spirit empowers me to join Jesus in His ministry of Jesus. The many and diverse gifts of the Spirit are given by God to the Body of Christ to “make the realities of heaven, the realities of earth.”
The Holy Spirit empowers me to join Jesus in His ministry of Jesus. The many and diverse gifts of the Spirit are given by God to the Body of Christ to “make the realities of heaven, the realities of earth.”
The Holy Spirit connects me to the community of Jesus. Acts 2 describes the newly Spirit-baptized Christ-followers as radical lovers of God and each other and that this radical love was a witness to non-believers. Ephesians 4 describes how the Holy...
The Holy Spirit connects me to the community of Jesus. Acts 2 describes the newly Spirit-baptized Christ-followers as radical lovers of God and each other and that this radical love was a witness to non-believers. Ephesians 4 describes how the Holy...
The Holy Spirit connects me to the community of Jesus. Acts 2 describes the newly Spirit-baptized Christ-followers as radical lovers of God and each other and that this radical love was a witness to non-believers. Ephesians 4 describes how the Holy...
The Holy Spirit forms the character of Jesus in me. The fruit of the Spirit is grown in the heart of abiding Christ-followers.
The Holy Spirit forms the character of Jesus in me. The fruit of the Spirit is grown in the heart of abiding Christ-followers.
The Holy Spirit is the presence of Jesus in me. The Holy Spirit is often the forgotten, misunderstood or neglected third person of the Trinity.
The Holy Spirit is the presence of Jesus in me. The Holy Spirit is often the forgotten, misunderstood or neglected third person of the Trinity.
Message Notes (Download Here) Revealing Jesus “Come, be My disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!” Matthew 4:19 (NLT) How do I reveal Jesus to people? I need to become a...
Message Notes (Download Here) Revealing Jesus “Come, be My disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!” Matthew 4:19 (NLT) How do I reveal Jesus to people? I need to become a _____________________________!
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Message Notes (Download Here) Revealing Jesus “Come, be My disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!” Matthew 4:19 (NLT) How do I reveal Jesus to people? I need to become a...
Jesus is the Reconciler. Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection make right all of the creation creating “a new creation in Christ.”
Jesus is the Reconciler. Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection make right all of the creation creating “a new creation in Christ.”
Jesus is the Head of the Church. The Body of Christ is made up of the people of God but Jesus is in charge of the Body as it’s Head.
Jesus is the Head of the Church. The Body of Christ is made up of the people of God but Jesus is in charge of the Body as it’s Head.
Jesus is the Head of the Church. The Body of Christ is made up of the people of God but Jesus is in charge of the Body as it’s Head.
Jesus is the Creator of All Things. The creation and all that is visible and invisible was created in, through and for Jesus.
Jesus is the Creator of All Things. The creation and all that is visible and invisible was created in, through and for Jesus.
Jesus is God. Our view of God really matters. In this message, we will look at the bad views we sometimes have about God: absent God, the police God, the genie/Santa God and the scorekeeping God. And look at what the Bible says about who Jesus...
Jesus is God. Our view of God really matters. In this message, we will look at the bad views we sometimes have about God: absent God, the police God, the genie/Santa God and the scorekeeping God. And look at what the Bible says about who Jesus...
Jesus is God. Our view of God really matters. In this message, we will look at the bad views we sometimes have about God: absent God, the police God, the genie/Santa God and the scorekeeping God. And look at what the Bible says about who Jesus...
During this season of Lent, we are asking the question: What does it mean to love God with my whole self; heart, head and hands? This series will look at three areas of our life to cultivate our love for God.
During this season of Lent, we are asking the question: What does it mean to love God with my whole self; heart, head and hands? This series will look at three areas of our life to cultivate our love for God.
During this season of Lent, we are asking the question: What does it mean to love God with my whole self; heart, head and hands? This series will look at three areas of our life to cultivate our love for God.
During this season of Lent, we are asking the question: What does it mean to love God with my whole self; heart, head and hands? This series will look at three areas of our life to cultivate our love for God.
During this season of Lent, we are asking the question: What does it mean to love God with my whole self; heart, head and hands? This series will look at three areas of our life to cultivate our love for God.
During this season of Lent, we are asking the question: What does it mean to love God with my whole self; heart, soul and strength? This series will look at three areas of our life to cultivate our love for God.
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Biblical scholars have called John 13-17 “the Upper Room Discourse.” It is one the longest sections of the continuous teachings of Jesus in any of the four biographies. In this series, we will study these red-letter words of Jesus focusing on the...
Message Notes (Download Here) MESSAGE NOTES: A Heart for the Harvest | Dr. Wes Griffin March 2, 2014
David Livingston’s _______________ is buried in Africa.
This Missions Conference is about our heart as a congregation, as families...
Let’s just all agree. Life is a contact sport and all relationships are complicated. Period! In this two-week series, we will look to God’s Word and particularly to the writings of John to help us with healing our complicated relationships.
Let’s just all agree. Life is a contact sport and all relationships are complicated. Period! In this two-week series, we will look to God’s Word and particularly to the writings of John to help us with healing our complicated relationships.
Let’s just all agree. Life is a contact sport and all relationships are complicated. Period! In this two-week series, we will look to God’s Word and particularly to the writings of John to help us with healing our complicated relationships.
Let’s just all agree. Life is a contact sport and all relationships are complicated. Period! In this two-week series, we will look to God’s Word and particularly to the writings of John to help us with healing our complicated relationships.
Let’s just all agree. Life is a contact sport and all relationships are complicated. Period! In this two-week series, we will look to God’s Word and particularly to the writings of John to help us with healing our complicated relationships.
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
Did you know that the Creator of the universe made you for a God-given destiny? To begin 2014, every Christ-follower who calls Grace Church their spiritual home will be given the opportunity to prayerfully and intentionally create a God-sized mission...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
The Christmas season (called Advent in the Christian calendar) is a time filled with family, friends, food and faith. From the symbolism of the season to the songs we sing, our hearts and minds are drawn to the simplicity of the manger scene where we...
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
This series is our best attempt to spark the flames of big faith in those people who call Grace Church their spiritual home. For five weeks we will study Hebrews 11, the chapter in the Bible known as the “Hall of Faith.”
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, he or she also becomes a part of Jesus’ family. We call these family gatherings of Christ-followers “the Church.” God wants to grow in every follower of Jesus a heart for the Church. Most everything in our...
Message Notes (Download Here) Vision Sunday Jesus replied, “You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being. Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means...
Message Notes (Download Here) Vision Sunday Jesus replied, “You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being. Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means...
Message Notes (Download Here) Vision Sunday Jesus replied, “You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being. Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
What is the truth about you? This is a great question! Where you go to find the answer makes all the difference. During the next four weeks, we are going to look at what God and His Word say about you. For too many of us, we have looked to our...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, My Future Is Uncertain! Part 3 in the message series: Help! When it comes to my future, how can I move from fear to confidence? 1. _________________________ the Shepherd! The Lord is my shepherd; I...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, My Future Is Uncertain! Part 3 in the message series: Help! When it comes to my future, how can I move from fear to confidence? 1. _________________________ the Shepherd! The Lord is my shepherd; I...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, My Future Is Uncertain! Part 3 in the message series: Help! When it comes to my future, how can I move from fear to confidence? 1. _________________________ the Shepherd! The Lord is my shepherd; I...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, My Relationships Are A Wreck! Part 3 in the message series Help! When it comes to my relationships, how can I move from turmoil to peace? 1. Begin with my __________________________________! So if...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, My Relationships Are A Wreck! Part 3 in the message series Help! When it comes to my relationships, how can I move from turmoil to peace? 1. Begin with my __________________________________! So if...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, My Relationships Are A Wreck! Part 3 in the message series Help! When it comes to my relationships, how can I move from turmoil to peace? 1. Begin with my __________________________________! So if...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, I’m Broke! Part 2 in the message series Help! Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, I’m Broke! Part 2 in the message series Help! Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, I’m Broke! Part 2 in the message series Help! Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, I’m Way Too Busy! Part 1 in the series “Help!” How can I move from a FILLED to a FULL life? 1. _______________________________ what is most important. As Jesus and the disciples continued on their...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, I’m Way Too Busy! Part 1 in the series “Help!” How can I move from a FILLED to a FULL life? 1. _______________________________ what is most important. As Jesus and the disciples continued on their...
Message Notes (Download Here) Help, I’m Way Too Busy! Part 1 in the series “Help!” How can I move from a FILLED to a FULL life? 1. _______________________________ what is most important. As Jesus and the disciples continued on their...
God's Vision for Grace Church: To partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the Glory of God. Deeper Dive Notes (Download Here)
Deeper Dive – Testify
It is a proof of your faith...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
There is much confusion among followers of Jesus about what the Bible teaches about the end of time. From bestselling books both fiction and non-fiction to TV preachers, many Christ-followers are left wondering what the Bible really says. This...
Message Notes (Download Here) Jesus Will Come Back! Part 1 in the series “All You Need To Know About the End Times!” “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken from you into heaven, but...
Message Notes (Download Here) Jesus Will Come Back! Part 1 in the series “All You Need To Know About the End Times!” “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken from you into heaven, but...
Message Notes (Download Here) Pause Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Exodus 20:8 (NIV) How can I keep a Sabbath? 1. Establish a rhythm of ___________________! For in six days the Lord made the heavens, the earth, the...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
The vision of Grace Church is, “to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.” How does an ordinary person make that journey? This series will help you grow into a fully devoted...
Message Notes (Download Here) Who is God? 1. God is the One who _________________________________! O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even...
Message Notes (Download Here) Who is God? 1. God is the One who _________________________________! O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even...
Message Notes (Download Here) Who is God? 1. God is the One who _________________________________! O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
John’s biography of Jesus’ life describes four encounters that the resurrected Jesus had with individuals and groups of His followers. This message series will look at these four life-changing encounters and add Saul’s (who later became Paul the...
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
During Lent, Grace Church will trace the footsteps of Jesus from his baptism to the temptation to the heart of his ministry, including the people he loved, the enemies he made, the parables he taught, and the roads he traveled. Join us!
Message Notes (Download Here) Giving Back Life! Send Global Missions Conference Dr. Al Vom Steeg Luke 10:30, 33-37 Thought: There have been times in our lives when it feels like life has been taken from us. Yet, God works through Christians...
Message Notes (Download Here) Is Jesus Enough? Part 6 in the series Not a Fan He (John the Baptist) came right out and said, “I am not the Messiah.” John 1:20 (NLT) Why is Jesus enough?
1. Jesus offers...
Message Notes (Download Here) Is Jesus Enough? Part 6 in the series Not a Fan He (John the Baptist) came right out and said, “I am not the Messiah.” John 1:20 (NLT) Why is Jesus enough?
1. Jesus offers me...
Message Notes (Download Here) More Than Rules Part 5 in the series Not a Fan What happens when my faith is no more than rules?
1. When my faith is no more than rules, it corrupts my ____________________________________! Jesus...
Message Notes (Download Here) More Than Rules Part 5 in the series Not a Fan What happens when my faith is no more than rules?
1. When my faith is no more than rules, it corrupts my ____________________________________! Jesus...
Message Notes (Download Here) The Comfortable Cross Part 4 in the series Not a Fan So they took Jesus away. Carrying the cross by himself, he went to the place called Place of the Skull (in Hebrew, Golgotha). There they nailed him to the cross...
Message Notes (Download Here) The Comfortable Cross Part 4 in the series Not a Fan So they took Jesus away. Carrying the cross by himself, he went to the place called Place of the Skull (in Hebrew, Golgotha). There they nailed him to the cross...
Message Notes (Download Here) Choosing Intimacy! Part 3 in the series Not a Fan How do I choose intimacy with Jesus?
1. I embrace my _____________________________! One of the Pharisees asked Jesus to have dinner with him, so...
Message Notes (Download Here) Choosing Intimacy! Part 3 in the series Not a Fan How do I choose intimacy with Jesus?
1. I embrace my _____________________________! One of the Pharisees asked Jesus to have dinner with him, so...
Message Notes (Download Here) The Open Invitation Part 2 in series Not a Fan. Then Jesus said to his disciples, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me.” Matthew 16:24...
Message Notes (Download Here) The Open InvitationPart 2 in series Not a Fan.Then Jesus said to his disciples, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me.”Matthew 16:24...
Message Notes (Download Here) Fan or Follower? Part 1 in series Not a Fan. How do I determine if I’m a fan or a follower of Jesus?
1. Do I grade myself by ___________________?
2. Do I measure myself by...
Message Notes (Download Here) Born to Set Us Free! Part 5 in the series Birth Announcements! The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. You will enlarge the nation...
Message Notes (Download Here) Born to Be With Us! Part 4 in the series Birth Announcements! Later, the Lord sent this message to King Ahaz: “Ask the Lord your God for a sign of confirmation, Ahaz. Make it as difficult as you want—as high as...
Message Notes (Download Here) Born to Heal Us! Part 3 in the series Birth Announcements! Even the wilderness and desert will be glad in those days. The wasteland will rejoice and blossom with spring crocuses. Yes, there will be an abundance of...
Message Notes (Download Here) Born to Bring Us Peace! Part 2 in the series Birth Announcements! In that day the wolf and the lamb will live together; the leopard will lie down with the baby goat. The calf and the yearling will be safe with the...
Message Notes (Download Here) Born to Instruct Us! Part 1 in the series Birth Announcements! This is a vision that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem: In the last days, the mountain of the Lord’s house will be the highest of...
Message Notes (Download Here) Be Thankful in All Circumstances! Part 4 in the series Recession Lessons! May God himself, the God who makes everything holy and whole, make you holy and whole, put you together—spirit, soul, and body—and keep you...
Message Notes (Download Here) Recovery is Possible! Part 3 in the series Recession Lessons! Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) How is financial recovery...
Message Notes (Download Here) More Doesn’t Make Me Happy! Part 2 in the series Recession Lessons! What do I believe will satisfy me?
1. Will richness of _____________________________ satisfy me? Then someone called from the...
Message Notes (Download Here) God Owns Everything! Part 1 in the series Recession Lessons! When it comes to “money and the stuff money buys,” there are two sides of the coin!
1. God __________________________________! Yours, O...
Keeping My Mind on Christ! Part 3 in the series What’s On Your Mind? And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that...
Capturing My Mind for Christ! Part 2 in the series What’s On Your Mind? How do I let Jesus win the battle in my mind?
1. Moment by moment, I have to _____________________________! Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his...
Developing the Mind of Christ! Part 1 in the series What’s On Your Mind? So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as...
Send Local How does Jesus send me to reach my neighbors?
1. Jesus sends me with His __________________ to overcome fear! That Sunday evening the disciples were meeting behind locked doors because they were afraid of the Jewish...
Send Local How does Jesus send me to reach my neighbors?
1. Jesus sends me with His __________________ to overcome fear! That Sunday evening the disciples were meeting behind locked doors because they were afraid of the Jewish...
Jesus exemplified His power and authority over sickness and disease. But in Mark 6:45-52, Jesus bewildered His disciples by displaying His power and authority over nature when He walked on the water!
Jesus exemplified His power and authority over sickness and disease. But in Mark 6:45-52, Jesus bewildered His disciples by displaying His power and authority over nature when He walked on the water!
Nehemiah was a man on a mission. His “holy discontent” was to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. Against all odds and in the face of tremendous “push back,” Nehemiah prevailed, but it took a team that he carefully built and trained.
Nehemiah was a man on a mission. His “holy discontent” was to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. Against all odds and in the face of tremendous “push back,” Nehemiah prevailed, but it took a team that he carefully built and trained.
In 1 Samuel 17, we read the harrowing story of Jesse’s youngest son, David slaying the giant from Gath, Goliath. Everyone else saw the giant and said, “Look how big he is! We will never defeat him!” The young shepherd, David saw the giant and said...
In 1 Samuel 17, we read the harrowing story of Jesse’s youngest son, David slaying the giant from Gath, Goliath. Everyone else saw the giant and said, “Look how big he is! We will never defeat him!” The young shepherd, David saw the giant and said...
The biblical character who “steals the show” in the first book of the Bible, Genesis, is Joseph. He covers more material, Genesis 37-50, than any other character in this most important first book. His is an adventure story of that traces his journey...
The biblical character who “steals the show” in the first book of the Bible, Genesis, is Joseph. He covers more material, Genesis 37-50, than any other character in this most important first book. His is an adventure story of that traces his journey...
When unloving people become loving, when joyless people become joyful, this is Spirit work! The Holy Spirit wants to give Christ-followers the very character of Jesus. On Galatians 5, Paul calls this character “the fruit of the Spirit.”
When unloving people become loving, when joyless people become joyful, this is Spirit work! The Holy Spirit wants to give Christ-followers the very character of Jesus. On Galatians 5, Paul calls this character “the fruit of the Spirit.”
The Holy Spirit not only empowers Christ-followers for the work of ministry, but also equips them for the work. The tools of ministry are called “spiritual gifts.”
The Holy Spirit not only empowers Christ-followers for the work of ministry, but also equips them for the work. The tools of ministry are called “spiritual gifts.”
The Holy Spirit not only empowers Christ-followers for the work of ministry, but also equips them for the work. The tools of ministry are called “spiritual gifts.”
In Acts 1, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to empower the disciples to fulfill the ministry assignment of spreading the Good News. In Acts 2, the Spirit comes and in fact releases them for the job.
In Acts 1, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to empower the disciples to fulfill the ministry assignment of spreading the Good News. In Acts 2, the Spirit comes and in fact releases them for the job.
In Acts 1, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to empower the disciples to fulfill the ministry assignment of spreading the Good News. In Acts 2, the Spirit comes and in fact releases them for the job.
In John 13-17 is what historically has been called “the Upper Room Discourse.” In these chapters, Jesus gives His bewildered disciples some final instructions about the God-sized assignment He was leaving them with. In these chapters, Jesus...
In John 13-17 is what historically has been called “the Upper Room Discourse.” In these chapters, Jesus gives His bewildered disciples some final instructions about the God-sized assignment He was leaving them with. In these chapters, Jesus...
In John 13-17 is what historically has been called “the Upper Room Discourse.” In these chapters, Jesus gives His bewildered disciples some final instructions about the God-sized assignment He was leaving them with. In these chapters, Jesus...
In John 3, Nicodemus comes to Jesus with a desire for new life. Jesus teaches him and us about the nature of Spirit-inspired and Spirit-empowered life transformation.
In John 3, Nicodemus comes to Jesus with a desire for new life. Jesus teaches him and us about the nature of Spirit-inspired and Spirit-empowered life transformation.
20/20 Vision!
God’s Vision for Grace Church: To partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God!
How can I partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted...
20/20 Vision!
God’s Vision for Grace Church: To partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the glory of God!
How can I partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted...
Honorable Children! Part 5 in the series Honorable Homes!
Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit...And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:18, 21...
Honorable Children! Part 5 in the series Honorable Homes!
Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit...And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:18, 21...
Honorable Parents! Part 4 in the series Honorable Homes!
Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit...And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:18, 21...
Honorable Parents! Part 4 in the series Honorable Homes!
Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit...And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:18, 21...
Honorable Wives! Part 3 in the series Honorable Homes!
For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus. And all who have been united with Christ in baptism have put on Christ, like putting on new clothes. There is no longer Jew or...
Honorable Wives! Part 3 in the series Honorable Homes!
For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus. And all who have been united with Christ in baptism have put on Christ, like putting on new clothes. There is no longer Jew or...
Honorable Husbands! Part 2 in the series Honorable Homes!
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good...
Honorable Husbands! Part 2 in the series Honorable Homes!
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good...
Honorable Marriages! Part 1 in the series Honorable Homes!
“But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15d (NLT)
“Listen, O Israel! The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. And you must love the Lord your God with all your...
Honorable Marriages! Part 1 in the series Honorable Homes!
“But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15d (NLT)
“Listen, O Israel! The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. And you must love the Lord your God with all your...
Christ the Victor! Part 7 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! When they entered the tomb, they saw a young man clothed in a white robe sitting on the right side. The women were shocked, but the angel said, “Don’t be alarmed. You are...
Christ the Victor! Part 7 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! When they entered the tomb, they saw a young man clothed in a white robe sitting on the right side. The women were shocked, but the angel said, “Don’t be alarmed. You are...
The Crucifixion Part 6 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! It was nine o’clock in the morning when they crucified (Jesus). Mark 15:25 (NLT) What does the cross mean for my life? 1. As a Christ-follower, the cross is my...
The Torture and Humiliation of the King Part 5 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! How can I allow the torture and humiliation of the King to revolutionize my life? 1. I can allow it to show me...
Jesus, Barabbas and Pilate Part 4 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! “Would you like me to release to you this ‘King of the Jews’?” Pilate asked. Mark 15:9 (NLT) Which kingdom has my allegiance? 1. Is it the __________...
Jesus, Barabbas and Pilate Part 4 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! “Would you like me to release to you this ‘King of the Jews’?” Pilate asked. Mark 15:9 (NLT) Which kingdom has my allegiance?
1. Is it the __________...
Condemned by the Righteous! Part 3 of the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! What can fear do to me?
1. When I am fearful, I can be ___________________________________! Inside, the leading priests and the entire high council were...
Condemned by the Righteous! Part 3 of the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! What can fear do to me? 1. When I am fearful, I can be ___________________________________!
Inside, the leading priests and the entire high council were...
The Garden of Gethsemane! Part 2 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! In my distress I prayed to the LORD, and the LORD answered me and set me free. The LORD is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me? Yes, the...
The Garden of Gethsemane! Part 2 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! In my distress I prayed to the LORD, and the LORD answered me and set me free. The LORD is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me? Yes, the...
The Last Supper! Part 1 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, when the Passover lamb is sacrificed, Jesus’ disciples asked him, “Where do you want us to go to prepare the Passover...
The Last Supper! Part 1 in the series 24 Hours That Changed the World! On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, when the Passover lamb is sacrificed, Jesus’ disciples asked him, “Where do you want us to go to prepare the Passover...
Go Global! From the end of my street to the ends of the earth! “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8...
Ordinary Involvement! Part 3 in the series Ordinary Heroes! So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an...
Ordinary Influence! Part 2 in the series Ordinary Heroes! So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an...
Ordinary Integrity! Part 1 in the series Ordinary Heroes! So here's what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an...
Good Fasting!Part 4 in the series A Different Kind of Good!In my private displays of affection to God, I am tempted to show when I need to hide!“Watch out! Don’t do your good deeds publicly, to be admired by others, for you will lose the reward from...
Good Prayers! Part 3 in the series A Different Kind of Good! In my private displays of affection to God, I am tempted to show when I need to hide! “Watch out! Don’t do your good deeds publicly, to be admired by others, for you will lose the...
Good Charity! Part 2 in the series A Different Kind of Good! In my private displays of affection to God, I am tempted to show when I need to hide! “Watch out! Don’t do your good deeds publicly, to be admired by others, for you will lose the...
Surprise! 1. This Christmas, God wants to surprise me with His ____________!
In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a village in Galilee, to a virgin named Mary. She was engaged to...
Coronation of the King! Part 5 in the series A Different Kind of King! For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince...
Our Prince of Peace! Part 4 in the series A Different Kind of King! For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of...
Our Everlasting Father! Part 3 in the series A Different Kind of King! For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of...
November 27 Our Wonderful Counselor!
Jesus listens, understands, redirects, challenges, offers hope and leads me from where I am to where I need to be.
November 27 Our Wonderful Counselor!
Jesus listens, understands, redirects, challenges, offers hope and leads me from where I am to where I need to be.
The love of God means we are a part of community. How do we express love and kindness to one another in the family of God?
The love of God means we are a part of community. How do we express love and kindness to one another in the family of God?
What is required of us as worshippers so that when we worship we have one of those “Oh my God!” moments?
What is required of us as worshippers so that when we worship we have one of those “Oh my God!” moments?
God’s Word brings life! We will look at the place and power of the Bible in the life of a Christ-follower.
God’s Word brings life! We will look at the place and power of the Bible in the life of a Christ-follower.
In Exodus 4-12, the work of justice is done leading to deliverance and a Passover! When we do justice God’s way, there is victory!
In Exodus 4-12, the work of justice is done leading to deliverance and a Passover! When we do justice God’s way, there is victory!
In Exodus 3, God intervenes and calls Moses to be an instrument of God’s justice. Likewise, Christ-followers are called be instruments of God’s justice in the world!
In Exodus 3, God intervenes and calls Moses to be an instrument of God’s justice. Likewise, Christ-followers are called be instruments of God’s justice in the world!
In Exodus 2, Moses deals with injustice his way and kills an Egyptian. Human approaches to injustice typically do not work!
In Exodus 2, Moses deals with injustice his way and kills an Egyptian. Human approaches to injustice typically do not work!
In Exodus 1, the need for justice is obvious. The Egyptians were killing their babies and exacting cruel labor. It just wasn’t right. Centuries later there are still things that just ain’t right!
On this amazing morning, Rev. Dr. William Glover, Senior Pastor at Mount Hermon Ministries in Fort Myers will speak live at all four campuses of Grace Church!
Go Outside! What does it mean for me to be a servant of God? 1. I heed the _________________ of a servant!
And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let...
Go Outside!What does it mean for me to be a servant of God?1. I heed the ________ of a servant!And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy...
Out of the Rubble!
1. After 9-11, our national security ___________________________!
The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble! God’s voice thunders, and the earth melts! Psalm 46:6 (NLT) ...
Lazarus: Dead Man Walking!Part 5 in the series Back to Sunday School!Jesus told her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying. Everyone who lives in me and believes in me will never ever die. Do you...
The Fiery Furnace! Part 4 in the series Back to Sunday School! How does a maturing Christ-follower face the fiery furnaces of life?
1. Refuse ___________________________!
The chief of staff renamed them with these...
Ruth and Naomi! Part 3 in the series Back to Sunday School! Now I appeal to Euodia and Syntyche. Please, because you belong to the Lord, settle your disagreement. And I ask you, my true partner, to help these two women, for they worked hard with...
Jonah (not Pinocchio) and the Big Fish!Part 2 in the series Back to Sunday School!You have been believers so long now that you ought to be teaching others. Instead, you need someone to teach you again the basic things about God’s word. You are like...
A Little Boy’s Lunch! Part 1 in the series Back to Sunday School!“Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Godbelongs to those who are like these children. I tell you the truth, anyone whodoesn’t receive the Kingdom of God like...
The Heart of Worship! Christ-followers are invited to have a heart of worship! Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy. Psalm 100:1-2 (NLT) What is at the heart of my...
Fueled by Explosive Growth! Part 7 in the series Fueled! Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added to the church that day—about 3,000 in all. Acts 2:41 (NLT) But many of the people who heard their message believed it, so the...
Fueled by Severe Suffering!Part 6 in the series Fueled!The members of the council were amazed when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, for they could see that they were ordinary men with no special training in the Scriptures. They also recognized...
Fueled by Heartfelt Compassion! Part 5 in the series Fueled! What does heartfelt compassion look like?
1. It’s ____________________________!
On the Sabbath we went a little way outside the city to a riverbank, where...
Fueled by Devoted Community! Part four in the message series Fueled! Why do I need to be a part of a devoted community of Christ-followers? 1. A devoted community fuels my ______________________________! All the believers devoted...
Fueled by a Christ-Centered Ministry! Part three in the message series “Fueled!” What is Christ-centered ministry? 1. Christ-centered ministry is ___________________________________________! Then they called them in again and commanded...
Fueled by Intentional Unity! Part two in the message series Fueled! All the believers were united in heart and mind. And they felt that what they owned was not their own, so they shared everything they had. Acts 4:32 (NLT) They told...
Fueled by Spirit-led Christ Followers Part one in the message series Fueled! The church is fueled by Spirit-led Christ followers who… 1. Receive God’s _________________! But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and...
Arguing with God! Part 5 in the series Bold Prayer! And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (NIV) How can I allow God to transform me in my...
Negotiating with God! Part 4 in the series Bold Prayers! God invites me to intercede for our broken, sinful world! “Should I hide my plan from Abraham?” the Lord asked. “For Abraham will certainly become a great and mighty nation, and all the...
Wrestling with God! Part 3 in the series Bold Prayers! I wrestle with __________________________! Isaac pleaded with the Lord on behalf of his wife, because she was unable to have children. The Lord answered Isaac’s prayer, and Rebekah became...
Making Promises with God! Part 2 in the series Bold Prayers! What is it that is weighing on you so heavily right now that it is consuming your whole life? ...
Agreeing with God! Part 1 in the series Bold Prayers! If you don't know what you're doing, pray to the Father. He loves to help. You'll get his help, and won't be condescended to when you ask for it. Ask boldly, believingly...
April 24 God’s Love Never Fails Me! (Easter)
There is very little if anything in life that you can really count out all the time...except the love of God! When people, employers, and even churches disappoint you, God never will. God’s love never...
April 17 God’s Love Equips Me!
You are God’s handiwork. He formed and fashioned you for a purpose. It’s special and unique. Have you discover how God’s love has equipped you?
April 10 God’s Love Heals Me!
God not only wants to deliver you from the hell you are heading to, He also wants to deliver you from the hell you are living in! God wants to heal you from the inside out!
April 3 God’s Love Forgives Me!
God’s forgiveness is total and complete. It covers all our sins past, present and future. God wants this truth not to simply be a intellectual concept but a experiential reality for you.
March 27 God’s Love Accepts Me!
God loves you just as you are. There is nothing you could do that would make Him love you more and nothing you could do that would make Him love you less. He accepts you. Have you accepted God’s acceptance of you?
March 20 God’s Love Invites Me!
Everyone knows the heartache of being excluding and the exhilaration of being included. Jesus was and is God’s big invitation to broken humanity. He is awaiting your RSVP!
Go Global! Jesus last message was consistent! “…Go and make disciples of all nations…” Matthew 28:18-20 (NIV) “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to all creation.” Mark 16:15 (NIV) “…repentance and forgiveness of sins...
March 6 Greater Things!
In John 14:11-12, Jesus told us that His followers would do “greater things” than even He did. What did Jesus mean?
February 27 Greater Works!
Jesus modeled Kingdom greatness by washing feet. This is the kind of work that stirs a lost person to consider following Jesus.
February 20 Greater Courage!
Doing Jesus’ work in the twenty-first century takes courage. All the forces of evil push against the work we do for God. How can we grow in courage?
February 13 Greater Obedience!
One of our mantras at Grace Church is “God only honors obedience.” In this message, we will learn to listen to the whisper of God and obey.
February 6 Greater Calling!
Jesus beckons every Christ-follower to choose who will be master of their lives. Which calling will we heed?
Prayer that Endures! Part 5 in the series Relationship Resolutions! How do we keep God at the center of all of our relationships? “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God...
Sex That Satisfies! Part 4 in the series Relationship Resolutions! What does the Bible teach about sex that satisfies? 1. Sex that satisfies is ______________________! So God created human beings in his own image. In the...
Forgiveness That Lasts! Part 3 in the series Relationship Resolutions! But Jacob insisted, “No, if I have found favor with you, please accept this gift from me. And what a relief to see your friendly smile. It is like seeing the face of...
Communication That Works! Part 2 in the series Relationship Resolutions! In my relationships, how can I experience communication that works? Choose to communicate… 1. The right _________________, to the right...
Love That Grows! Part 1 in the series Relationship Resolutions! How does God define love? 1. Love is a matter of __________________! And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It's your basic, all-purpose...
Seek Him!After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. Matthew 2:9 (NLT) How can I be a wise person?1. Give Jesus your...
December 24 The Arrival of Love!
Every human heart aches to be loved and to love. The starting place of God is that “God so loved the world that He gave us His one and only Son...”
December 19 The Arrival of Peace!
The coming of Jesus brings with it the opportunity of “peace on earth and goodwill among all people.” God’s shalom is possible!
December 12 The Arrival of Joy!
“Joy to the world, the Lord is come!” It sings well, but has the arrival of Jesus into our world brought joy into your life?
December 5 The Arrival of Light!
The arrival of Jesus into our lives illuminates the rich possibilities and potentials of our life.
November 28 The Arrival of Hope!
To be hopeless means to have no options. With the arrival of Jesus into our world, hopeless situations become hope-full ones.
Come Together and Change the World! Part 3 in the series Come Together! Their helpless victims are crushed; they fall beneath the strength of the wicked. The wicked think, “God isn’t watching us! He has closed his eyes and won’t even see what we...
Come Together and Grow Like Jesus! Part 2 in the series Come Together! (Jesus) told many stories in the form of parables, such as this one: “Listen! A farmer went out to plant some seeds. As he scattered them across his field, some seeds fell on...
November 7 Come Together and Be God's Family!
God has called Grace Church to welcome people into a relationship with God and God's people.
October 31 A Rock Solid Contentment! Paul's rock solid life was grounded in a contentment that was not contingent upon his circumstances. (Philippians 4:10-20)
October 24 A Rock Solid Mindset! Paul had an amazing mindset or attitude about life and ministry even as he sat in prison. It was prayerful, joyful, thankful, hopeful and positive. (Philippians 4:4-9)
October 17 A Rock Solid Faith! Paul's relationship with Jesus was the key to everything in his life, his ministry and in this letter. Everything was built on the priority of his relationship with Jesus. Nothing else mattered or measured up...
October 10 A Rock-Solid Humility! Paul advocated for a mindset of humility that was patterned after the “emptying” of Jesus. Arrogance and pride were enemies to his rock solid life. (Philippians 2:1-11)
Paul didn't seem to let a "small thing" like prison to stop him from staying faithful to his primary assignment...pointing people regardless of who they were to Jesus. He was still on mission. (Philippians 1:12-19)
Paul understood that his life was intricately woven together with other Christ-followers. He was able to not only endure but also thrive in prison because he was in partnership with other believers. (Philippians 1:1-11)
September 19 Up to the Challenge!
The gap between "the me I am" and "the me I want to be" is a God-given, energizing gift. It is progress towards God's vision for my life that keeps my moving.
September 12 The Unstoppable Community of Love!
Are you enjoying rich, deep, joy-producing, life-changing, meaningful relationships? God made you for them. We flourish when we live in community and we whither when we do not.
September 5 The Energizing Impact of Scripture!
We have all heard it said, "A mind is a terrible thing to waste." What fills our mind will determine whether we waste it or not. For followers of Jesus, the Bible has huge potential for...
August 29 Changing Your Mind!
Have you caught a glimpse of God's vision for your life? Have you intentionally decided to order your life towards this vision? What practices are you engaged in that free you to become "the me I want to...
August 22 Bridging the Gap!
For Christ-followers there is a gap between the person we know God wants us to be and the person we are. Throughout the Bible, God invites ordinary people to live extraordinary lives, yet so few seem to actually live...
Genesis 3 tells the tale of Adam and Eve choosing to disobey God. It comes with God’s judgment and grace. Paradise is lost, but God extends grace and mercy to the wayward coupe. He covers their sin with the first act of redemption after they messed...
The second creation story in Genesis 2 begins in a beautiful garden. The images are much more intimate. God breathes His breath into Adam and crafts woman from Adam’s side. The king and queen of Eden reign together in this paradise.
The picture painted in the first creation story in Genesis 1 is of a majestic, all-powerful God who speaks the world into existence with His Word. The pinnacle of God’s creation is humankind. God deemed it “very good.” What does all this mean and...
What's the difference between love and lust? How can I learn the difference and what difference will it make in my life?
What's the big deal about being a just person? How can I fight injustice in this world?
Why does Proverbs judge stinginess so harshly? How can I learn the beauty and joy of generosity?
Why does Proverbs put such a high value on being a diligent person? What are the different results of being diligent or being lazy?
What is wisdom and how is different from foolishness? What does it mean to choose wisdom?
Smart Dads!1. Smart Dads ____________________________!On the other side of the lake the crowds welcomed Jesus, because they had been waiting for him. Then a man named Jairus, a leader of the local synagogue, came and fell at Jesus’ feet...
The New Testament testifies to followers of Jesus using spiritual gifts for the good of the Church and community as well as the glory of God. In this message, we will learn what spiritual gifts are and how God wants every follower of Jesus to use...
In Galatians 5, Paul teaches us that Spirit-filled and Spirit-led Christ-followers will bear “the fruit of the Spirit.” What are these and how do they grow in our lives?
How does an ordinary follower of Jesus really experience the filling and on going refilling of the Holy Spirit? This message will help us learn what the Bible teaches us about this vital experience.
Pentecost is the birthday of the Church. In Acts 2, the Holy Spirit fell on those gathered in prayer and the missionary movement of the Jesus revolution was begun. On this special day, we want to experience the presence and power of the Holy Spirit...
The cross invites us into God's family. The body of Christ reflects the character of our crucified and risen Savior.
The empty cross stands as a symbol of our new identity and calling as followers of Jesus. Our Master has given us a larger than life purpose.
The empty cross does not simply give is forgiveness for our sins but ushers in the power over sin! We do not have to be held captive by sin’s grip.
Jesus' death on the cross and His resurrection from the dead opened the door for the total and complete forgiveness of our sins. This once and for all event transformed history and has the power to transform our lives as well.
The customary Passover meal had a rich liturgy filled with images of God’s delivering power. Each element of the meal represented an aspect of God rescuing His people from Egypt’s bondage. Then Jesus did the unthinkable. He changed the ritual. In...
The tension in the Upper Room was so thick you could cut it with a knife. Talk of Jesus about abandonment, betrayal and abandonment was still ringing in the ears of the young men gathered with Jesus. Dirty feet were the last thing on the minds of...
Questions! Part 9 in the series Change Me! And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. Philippians 1:6...
To mature in my life transformation, I have to give it away to others through acts of service.
Daily, honest evaluation of my life is essential for my long term, on-going life transformation in Jesus.
Making amends for my sins and giving forgiveness to those who have sinned against me is critical to my on-going transformation.
My defects of character are deep. Acknowledging them and then asking God to liberate me of them is essential on my road to life change through Jesus.
Coming to terms with my own sinfulness and brokenness as well as the sins others have done to me furthers my transformation. Confessing it to myself, a trusted friend and God opens the floodgates of healing in my life.
Knowing that God alone can fix me and then asking God to make the change is essential to lasting change.
Life transformation begins with a willingness to admit that I cannot fix my life. My plans and ways have gotten me where I am.
When God Says “Wait!” What does it mean to wait God’s way?
1. It means I wait with __________________!
Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of...
When Jesus loved, He loved in ways never imagined. Though rich, he became poor to love the poor, the forgotten, the overlooked and the sick. He played to the margins. By spending less at Christmas we have the opportunity to join Him in giving...
God's gift to us was a relationship built on love. So it’s no wonder why we’re drawn to the idea that Christmas should be a time to love our friends and family in the most memorable ways possible. Time is the real gift Christmas offers us, and no...
Before you think we're getting all Scrooge on you, let us explain what we mean. We like gifts. Our kids really like gifts. But consider this: America spends an average of $450 billion a year every Christmas. How often have you spent money on...
It starts with Jesus. It ends with Jesus. This is the holistic approach God had in mind for Christmas. It’s a season where we are called to put down our burdens and lift a song up to our God. It’s a season where love wins, peace reigns, and a king is...
Building Bridges of Relationship! Part 2 in the series Gone Fishin’! “Come, be My disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!” Matthew 4:19 (NLT) How do I build bridges of relationship with people who are far from...
Cultivating God’s Heart for People! Part 1 in the series Gone Fishin’! “Come, be My disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!” Matthew 4:19 (NLT) How do I cultivate God’s heart for people? I need to become a...
David, the shepherd turned king, was called “a man after my own heart” by God (Acts 13:22). With a 30,000-foot look at his life, we see breathtaking mountaintop experiences and deep, painful valley occurrences. Each grew his heart. What can we learn?
David also knew the sorrow of sin. Adultery and murder were on his rap sheet, yet these failures did not define him. Instead, David allowed these moral failures to deepen his love for and reliance upon God. What does defeat do to you?
Generosity was a rich part of David's character. He harnessed the financial resources God gave him to further the purposes of God in the earth. He serves as a model for all of us.
David was a man of many gifts. He was a faithful shepherd, a noble politician, and a skilled warrior but he was also a creative songwriter and joyful worshipper. He models for us the heart of worship.
David had an amazing friendship with Jonathan, the son of King Saul as well as other men. These friendships were forged in the heat of battle as well as in the hospitality of home. These friendships sustained David and they will sustain us as well.
In 1 Samuel 17, we read the amazing story of David taking on the giant Goliath. David had experienced God’s protection and power during his days as a shepherd over his father’s sheep. He knew down to his toes that God was with him as he faced off...
Spiritual warfare is real issue for Christ-followers. Evil in all its forms raises its ugly head against God’s purposes in our lives and world. In prayer, we can conquer evil!
We human beings mess up regularly! We damage and destroy our relationship with God, others and ourselves. We need forgiveness. It is a prayer away!
Our hearts were made to offer God praise. It has been said that worship bypasses the mind and goes straight to the heart. “You and I were made to worship!”
Our most basic need as human beings is love. Jesus said we could call God “our Father.” Think of the best Daddy in the world. He would pale in comparison with our Abba, Papa, Daddy, Father in heaven!
In James 3:2-12, we are taught about the power of words. They can heal or hurt. They can mend or maim. God wants to teach us to use words that are healthy, holy and healing.
In James 1:19-27, James, the half-brother of Jesus, gives us advice about the place and power of learning to listen well. Active listening is a learned art. This message will teach us how to listen better!
Solomon was considered the wisest man of his day. In the book of Proverbs, he gives us many wise snippets about the power of words. It is the disciplined person who is careful and timely with their words that experiences healthy and holy communication.
In Matthew 15:17-20, Jesus teaches about the starting point of great communication. It has to do with our heart condition. This message will give us an electrocardiogram of our heart! It will assist us to take a deep look into the well from which...
How do we practice excellent finances? In Malachi 3:6-15, Malachi teaches that excellence extends to the uses of finances.
How do we practice excellent compassion? In Malachi 3:1-5, Malachi reminds God’s people that faithfully follow God are charged with having a compassion for the poor and needy.
How do we practice excellent relationships? In Malachi 2:10-17, Malachi challenges those who live God-honoring lives to faithfully in their human relationships particularly in marriage.
How do we practice excellent worship? In Malachi 1:6-14, Malachi invites worshippers to offer outstanding sacrifices of praise to our God.
What Am I Doing On Earth for Heaven’s Sake? Part 4 in the series From Here to Eternity! May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 (NLT) Because of the reality of heaven, I am called...
Do you really believe this? Do you believe that the best is yet to come? The Bible teaches that Christ-followers to live life not looking in the rear view mirror but with a hope for eternity.
People have a lot of confusion about heaven. It’s often a mixture of the Bible, philosophy, popular literature, theatre and movies. But the Bible gives us clear, consistent understandings of eternity.
In every culture and in every time, humanity has been fascinated with eternity. God placed it there. Jesus’ resurrection from the dead signals a new reality for Christ-followers called eternal life.
The Valley of Suffering Part 4 in the series Walking Through the Valleys of Life! He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, and familiar with suffering. Like one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him...
The Valley of Loneliness! Part 3 in series Walking Through the Valleys of Life!
1. Jesus knew __________________________…
The traitor, Judas, had given them a prearranged signal: "You will know which one to arrest when I greet...
The Valley of Questions! Part 2 in the series Walking Through the Valley’s of Life! Then Jesus went with them to the olive grove called Gethsemane, and he said, "Sit here while I go over there to pray." He took Peter and...
The Valley of Disappointment! Part 1 in the series Walking through the Valley’s of Life! Then Judas, the one who would betray him, said, “Surely not I, Rabbi?” Jesus answered, “Yes, it is you.” Matthew 26:25 (NLT) Then he took the cup...
Prevenient grace! What does it mean that God is at work in our lives long before we recognize it? What difference does it make?
What does it mean for me to use my gifts, talents and experience for God and His Church? Do I even have anything to offer?
Why is giving of my financial resources such a big deal? How much and how often should I give?