The church is called to stand out from the world. How exactly are we different? In the book of Philemon we see that we are called to choose service over status, forgive one another’s debts and use our stories to build one another up.

 

Philemon 1-25

There is a natural rhythm between work and rest but it can very difficult to find a healthy balance between those 2 responsibilities in our life. Jesus promises us rest yet we struggle to rest. So we will determine what rest actually is as God designed it and how we can build in healthy rhythms of rest in our life.

Matthew 11:28-30

 In Romans 12, Paul lays out a vision for a transformed life that looks radically different from the world - A life shaped by God's mercy, a renewed mind, and a devotion to God's will. Today we will see that a transformed life, a life as a living sacrifice, requires worship through surrender, through not conforming to the patterns of our present culture, and through a continuous renewing of the mind through immersion in God's Word.  

Romans 12:1-2

 

We are tempted to sin daily by following our fleshly desires. But before we ever act on the sin, we can follow the Holy Spirit by transforming how we think when the sinful temptation happens. We do this by changing the things that influence our minds. First, we flee ungodly company. Then, we pursue righteous company(knowing the Word of God, living in Godly fellowship, discerning life through the word of God).

Romans 12:1-2, Genesis 3:1-7, Matthew 4:1-11

This morning we’re studying Ephesians 2.1-10 to better understand how we are saved by God's work for God's work.

Ephesians 2:1-10

Lame man did nothing to earn salvation or sanctification but he did get up and walk.  We share a practical tool for walking in prayer

Acts 3-4

El mensaje basado en Números 6:22-27 enfatiza que Dios anhela bendecir a Su pueblo, otorgándole protección, misericordia y paz. A través de la bendición sacerdotal, Dios expresa Su deseo de cuidar y proteger a Su pueblo en todas sus conquistas, resplandecer Su rostro sobre ellos con favor y mostrarles Su gracia y compasión. Además, alza Su rostro para brindarles paz, entendida como la restauración de todo lo que es correcto y armonioso. Este pasaje no solo era relevante para los israelitas en su camino hacia la tierra prometida, sino también para nosotros hoy, recordándonos que las bendiciones de Dios son un reflejo de Su amor inmutable y Su constante presencia.

Números 6:22-27

We are made to reflect God’s character and glory, but sin contaminates our lives and prevents us from fulfilling our purpose. For that reason, the Scripture calls us to pursue holiness - to separate ourselves from sin and set ourselves apart for God. The start of a new year is a natural opportunity for us to evaluate our lives and develop new habits of holiness as we seek to honor Jesus. 

2 Timothy 2:20-26

For new Christians and seasoned Christians alike! Learn how Jesus delivers us from the dilemma of the law.

Galatians 3:10-14

Pablo expresa una profunda gratitud y amor por los creyentes en Filipos, destacando su comunión en el evangelio desde el principio. Ora fervientemente para que su amor abunde más y más en conocimiento y discernimiento, para que puedan aprobar lo que es excelente y ser puros e irreprensibles para el día de Cristo. Desea que estén llenos del fruto de justicia que proviene de Jesucristo, para la gloria y alabanza de Dios. Su oración refleja un corazón pastoral profundamente comprometido con el crecimiento espiritual y la santidad de la iglesia en Filipos.

Filipenses 1

In 2025, I pray that at our Midtown Campus we will grow corporately in a firm identity as a local church body. I pray that in our gatherings, we will grow collectively in Christ-centered community, and that we will do this by being Jesus for each other and by bringing God's Word to each other. Finally, I pray that each of us will grow individually in personal, grace-filled relationships with Jesus.

Romans 12:1-2; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 27; Romans 5:17

David was known as a "man after God's own heart," yet he experienced many moments of unexpected challenges. The same is true today, we all face unexpected challenges in our lives, from relationship strains and financial challenges to a job loss and unexpected diagnosis. One thing is certain: in this broken world filled with broken people, we will face challenges. Yet God promises peace in the midst of these troubles (John 16.33). Join us as we look at David's response to an unexpected challenge he faced as we look to respond well when unexpected challenges unfold in our life.

Psalm 61

With the New Year comes dreams, goals, and resolutions, but as we pursue these things, what are we looking for? Is it fulfillment, satisfaction, financial stability, status, or something else? The same question could be asked about church. When we come to worship God, what are we seeking? Are we coming to church because of the tradition we were taught, or because the Bible says we should, or because we're genuinely curious about Jesus and we want to know him? 

In John 1:35–42, two men wrestle with this same question as Jesus asks them, "What are you seeking?" How will we respond to this question ourselves? The hope is that we will seek to know Jesus more by accepting his invitation to follow him and learn from him, and as we do, we will invite others to know and experience Jesus for themselves.

John 1:35–42

With the New Year comes dreams, goals, and resolutions, but as we pursue these things, what are we looking for? Is it fulfillment, satisfaction, financial stability, status, or something else? The same question could be asked about church. When we come to worship God, what are we seeking? Are we coming to church because of the tradition we were taught, or because the Bible says we should, or because we're genuinely curious about Jesus and we want to know him? 

In John 1:35–42, two men wrestle with this same question as Jesus asks them, "What are you seeking?" How will we respond to this question ourselves? The hope is that we will seek to know Jesus more by accepting his invitation to follow him and learn from him, and as we do, we will invite others to know and experience Jesus for themselves.

John 1:35–42

With the New Year comes dreams, goals, and resolutions, but as we pursue these things, what are we looking for? Is it fulfillment, satisfaction, financial stability, status, or something else? The same question could be asked about church. When we come to worship God, what are we seeking? Are we coming to church because of the tradition we were taught, or because the Bible says we should, or because we're genuinely curious about Jesus and we want to know him? 

In John 1:35–42, two men wrestle with this same question as Jesus asks them, "What are you seeking?" How will we respond to this question ourselves? The hope is that we will seek to know Jesus more by accepting his invitation to follow him and learn from him, and as we do, we will invite others to know and experience Jesus for themselves.

John 1:35–42

With all the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is all too easy for Christians to become a distracted people! In the narrative of Mary and Martha, we learn that activities, even good ones, must not overshadow our relationship with Jesus. When we let distractions allow us to miss presence and intimacy with God, we will become anxious and troubled. However, when we make Jesus our Main Thing, we experience the abundant life that He has offered us. In this sermon, we learn how to overcome distractions and become more devoted disciples of Jesus!

Luke 10:38-42

With all the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is all too easy for Christians to become a distracted people! In the narrative of Mary and Martha, we learn that activities, even good ones, must not overshadow our relationship with Jesus. When we let distractions allow us to miss presence and intimacy with God, we will become anxious and troubled. However, when we make Jesus our Main Thing, we experience the abundant life that He has offered us. In this sermon, we learn how to overcome distractions and become more devoted disciples of Jesus!

Luke 10:38-42

Sermon about Solomon’s key word used 38 times—meaningless, futility, vanity. What does the word really mean and how does that inform our lives today?

Ecclesiastes 1

The world around us intends to shape our understanding of reality – truth, goodness, identity, meaning, purpose. Its pressures are sometimes obvious, more often subtle, but always deceiving and destructive. Be aware; resist; and actively allow your maker to mold your life to conform you in every way into His image.

Daniel 1

Joash's rise reminds us to prepare our hands to fulfill our calling, taking bold actions to restore and uphold what is holy.

2 Chronicles 24:13

As a church, we share a common faith in Jesus Christ, and a common mission to make disciples of all the nations. But in order to fulfill that mission, each one of us must use our individual gifts to help the church become both mature and effective.

Ephesians 4:1-16

Today we are studying three Biblical illustrations for the Church to understand God's purpose for His people.

Ephesians 2-5

La ascensión de Joás nos recuerda preparar nuestras manos para cumplir nuestro llamado, tomando acciones valientes para restaurar y defender lo sagrado.

2 Crónicas 24:13

There is a spiritual aspect to our world and it is vital that we understanding the role it plays as we follow Jesus. In this 4 part series we will be looking at 4 Topics. 1.) Why does the spiritual matter? 2.) Who is our spiritual enemy? 3.) How do we prepare ourselves for spiritual struggle? 4.) What is our role in the spiritual world?.

Ephesians 6:10-20

Joshua, who was Moses’ successor, had made a personal commitment to serve the Lord all his life. He decides that he will not allow the idols and the false gods of the pagan nations to influence his household. In his farewell address, he reminds the Israelites to turn away from their false idols and return to serving the living God.

Joshua 24:15

Josué, que era el sucesor de Moisés, había hecho un compromiso personal de servir al Señor toda su vida. Decide que no permitirá que los ídolos y los falsos dioses de las naciones paganas influyan en su casa. En su discurso de despedida, les recuerda a los Israelitas que se alejen de sus falsos ídolos y vuelvan a servir al Dios viviente.

Josué 24:15

In 458 B.C. Ezra led the second return of exiles to the Promised Land. Because Ezra was trusted, King Artaxerxes (464-424 B.C.) charged Ezra with restoring civil and religious order among his own people. Ezra’s skill for this role came from his study of God’s word (he knew it), his personal application of God’s word (he lived it), his ability to pass on these life-giving truths to others of his generation (he shared it) and the favor of the Lord empowering him (he understood the source of real change). Ezra was prepared to fulfill his calling? Are you prepared to fulfill your calling?

Ezra 7

There is a spiritual aspect to our world and it is vital that we understanding the role it plays as we follow Jesus. In this 4 part series we will be looking at 4 Topics. 1.) Why does the spiritual matter? 2.) Who is our spiritual enemy? 3.) How do we prepare ourselves for spiritual struggle? 4.) What is our role in the spiritual world?

Ephesians 6:10-20

En el 458 a.C. Esdras dirigió el segundo retorno de los exiliados a la Tierra Prometida. Como Esdras gozaba de su confianza, el rey Artajerjes (464-424 a.C.) encargó a Esdras que restaurara el orden civil y religioso entre su propio pueblo. La habilidad de Esdras para desempeñar este papel provenía de su estudio de la palabra de Dios (la conocía), su aplicación personal de la palabra de Dios (la vivía), su capacidad para transmitir estas verdades vivificantes a otros de su generación (las compartía) y el favor del Señor que le daba poder (comprendía la fuente del verdadero cambio). ¿Esdras estaba preparado para cumplir su llamado? ¿Estás tú preparado para cumplir tu vocación?

Esdras 7

There is a spiritual aspect to our world and it is vital that we understanding the role it plays as we follow Jesus. In this 4 part series we will be looking at 4 Topics. 1.) Why does the spiritual matter? 2.) Who is our spiritual enemy? 3.) How do we prepare ourselves for spiritual struggle? 4.) What is our role in the spiritual world?

Ephesians 6

There is a spiritual aspect to our world and it is vital that we understanding the role it plays as we follow Jesus. In this 4 part series we will be looking at 4 Topics. 1.) Why does the spiritual matter? 2.) Who is our spiritual enemy? 3.) How do we prepare ourselves for spiritual struggle? 4.) What is our role in the spiritual world?.

Ephesians 6:10-20

Galatians 5

 

Being a parent is a hard job, but it is also an eternally significant job! How can you treasure your role as a mom, while focusing on the values and character traits that are most important for your children to understand and develop? 

Luke 2:41-52

We are all looking for an experience of life that is ultimately satisfying, yet we often look for that life in the wrong places. While the world promises much, we are often left unfulfilled, unsatisfied, and disappointed. Instead, Jesus promises a kingdom that will provide for all the needs of our hearts and soul. As believers, this identity transforms what we value and what we make our lives about in the present while we await a glorious future. 

Matthew 4:23-5:10; Colossians 3:1-17

There is a growing temptation within our world to see topics, arguments and positions instead of seeing people. The result? Massive division. Jesus also navigated a world where the temptation was to only see positions, topics and arguments, yet He chose to see people first. Jesus was never afraid of having theological conversations, but He never missed the reality that He was dealing with people, made in the image of God and for whom He would die, this included those who would reject Him and have Him killed. Even those people, He saw and looked to help bring life and freedom into their lives. Join us as we unpack one such encounter where Jesus sees people and looks to reveal light, truth and freedom, after all, seeing people matters.
 

John 9:1-38

What is God’s heart toward us when we sin? The story of Peter’s restoration shows us that God pursues sinners, forgives sinners, and uses redeemed sinners for a beautiful purpose. 

John 21:1-17

We all need hope. But in the face of a world filled with sin, death, tragedy, and suffering, we find ourselves struggling to maintain our hope. After Jesus died, His disciples also struggled to keep their hope alive: if the Messiah was dead, then their future was lost. But we know the whole story now! Jesus rose from the dead, defeating every enemy and restoring our hope. So where do you place your hope? Will you fix all of your hope on Jesus, trusting Him to provide you with eternal life, everlasting joy, and peace with God?

Luke 24:13-35

All people could be characterized as falling in one of two categories: the self-indulgent, and the self-righteous. Both are lost and need to be found by a gracious heavenly Father. Which of the two are you? Will you allow yourself to be found? Will you receive God’s extravagant grace extended to you through His Son, Jesus?

Luke 15

Today, we're studying the parable of the Compassionate Father in Luke 15, which reminds us of God's overwhelming grace.

Luke 15

Life is hard. Temptation to give up on following Jesus surrounds us. Hebrews 12 provides us with a way to run the race set before us with endurance: we need to look around, look in, and look up.

Hebrews 12:1-3

Who is the Holy Spirit? What is His agenda? How does He go about it? Each of these questions could fascinate us for a lifetime, yet we will give a quick glance at the gift of God's Spirit, given to every believer to help us follow Jesus and look more like Him throughout our lives.

John 14:25-26

Today, we're studying John 3 which demonstrates how our identity in Christ determines our priority in life.

John 3:22-36

We all go through crisis. We all have needs at various times. Through the story of the Good Samaritan, we are, both, challenged to love our neighbor and given some very practical ways to care for others when we see someone hurting.

Luke 10:30-37

Some churches shrivel and die. Other churches thrive and flourish. What about our church? Will we fade, or will we flourish for generations to come? And more specifically, what can you do to help your church become or remain a vibrant, growing community of faith?

Our lives are busy and full; it’s easy to be constantly distracted and never focused on what’s important. As a church, we want to remain laser-focused on a few key priorities: to love God, to love others, and to make disciples. How can each of us participate in these priorities as we seek fulfill God’s purposes for us? 

Matthew 22:35-40; 28:18-20

Today, we're studying 2 Timothy to better understand how we fulfill our mission as God's people.

2 Timothy

God has spoken to us in Jesus and we ought to listen to Him well for He is the Son of God, the world’s creator, sustainer, and heir, and also our high priest.

Hebrews 1

Dios nos ha hablado en Jesús y debemos escucharle bien porque es el Hijo de Dios, el creador, sustentador y heredero del mundo, y también nuestro sumo sacerdote.

Hebreos 1

Unless Jesus returns first, we are all going to die one day. We don’t like to think about it very often, but the Scripture encourages us to consider how the reality of our death affects how we live. Are we investing our lives in what will last for eternity, or are we squandering our lives on temporary pleasures? Solomon, the wise writer of Ecclesiastes, reminds us that nothing on earth can satisfy our need for lasting significance; only God can. 

Ecclesiastes 12

Today, we're studying Matthew 16:21-28 to better understand how to invest our lives for eternity.

Matthew 16:21-28

Some churches shrivel and die. Other churches thrive and flourish. What about our church? Will we fade, or will we flourish for generations to come? And more specifically, what can you do to help your church become or remain a vibrant, growing community of faith?

How do we respond when things don't go how we expect? After all, we live in a broken world where things constantly unfold in unexpected ways, so how do we respond? In Luke 24.13-35 we encounter two people who are confused, discouraged and saddened because life has not gone according to plan. As they travel with this burden they realize hope and clarity can be found in the midst of their confusion. Join their journey to see how Jesus brought hope and clarity in their time of confusion.

Luke 24.13-35

Algunas iglesias se marchitan y mueren. Otras prosperan y florecen. ¿Y nuestra iglesia? ¿Nos marchitaremos o floreceremos para las generaciones venideras? Y más concretamente, ¿qué puede hacer usted para ayudar a su iglesia a convertirse o seguir siendo una comunidad de fe vibrante y en crecimiento?

We all want to live fruit-bearing lives. In John 15, Jesus lays out a beautiful metaphor that teaches us how to create the optimal conditions in our lives for God to produce fruit in and through us. Jesus will show us that the key to the fruit-bearing life is abiding in Him.

John 15:1-11

According to recent surveys, 6 in 10 adults feel too busy to enjoy life. As believers, our relationship with God is often neglected as we struggle with the chaotic pace of life and are overwhelmed by busyness. What we need is to find moments of solitude and silence in order to be still before God and rest in his presence. 

Psalm 46:10; Mark 1:35-39

How do we become people who are resilient? We prepare our identity for battle, we resolve to take our next faithful step and we remember that God is for our good. 

Daniel 1

Genesis

Genesis

Jesus' disciples preached and performed miracles, but they didn't ask Him to teach them how to do those things; they asked Him to teach them to pray. In response, Jesus teaches about what we should pray for, how we should pray, and who we pray to.
 

Luke 11:1-13

New Year's is a natural time to reflect on the past and look to the future. Jesus' proclamation in Luke 4:14-21 sheds light on how the arrival of Jesus and his mission of redemption brings us favor with God. 

Luke 4: 14-21

El Año Nuevo es un momento natural para reflexionar sobre el pasado y mirar hacia el futuro. La proclamación de Jesús en Lucas 4:14-21 arroja luz sobre cómo la llegada de Jesús y su misión de redención nos trae el favor de Dios. 

Luke 4: 14-21

Christmas reminds us that Jesus was born to bring God’s light into our dark world. Christ’s light destroys the darkness of sin and death, reveals to us the truth about God and ourselves, and illuminates the entire world. His Light shines brightly for everyone who wants to see it. Do you? 

John 1:1-5, 9

In the year of Jesus’ birth, shepherds were not at the top of the socioeconomic ladder! They lived on the margins of Ancient Near Eastern culture, and yet the good news of Jesus’ birth was announced to them first! Why? Because they were eager for good news. And when they heard, they believed the good news, they shared it with others, and they worshipped God for the gift of His incarnate Son. Are you eager for good news today?!

Luke 2

Today, we're examining how the Lord used Caesar Augustus according to Luke 2.

Luke 2

Every Christmas, we sing the same songs and read the same Bible stories. If we aren’t careful, the story of Christmas can being to feel stale and lose its wonder. How can we reclaim a sense of amazement and wonder during the Christmas season? The key is for us to make Jesus our primary focus, whether we are by ourselves, with our family, or out in the world.

Luke 2:8-20

How do we respond when people around us share their struggle with their faith? Or, how do we respond when we do everything "right" and yet our prayers seem to fall flat? God speaks into this through Luke's gospel as he writes to his friend Theophilus, who needs reassurance in his faith. See how Luke responds and looks to bring relatable encouragement, hope and even joy into this challenging space.

Luke 1:5-16

Romanos 12:1-2

Gratitude transforms as Romans 12:1-2 urges us to offer our lives as a living sacrifice, embracing a renewed mind that leads to a life of thanksgiving.

Romans 12:1-2

 Life in a broken and fallen world is full of pain, many disappointment, incredible loss, and great difficulty. In the midst of this reality, God calls us to give thanks in all circumstances, to rejoice always. Today we will see why we can be thankful, and how we can cultivate gratitude no matter what season we find ourselves in. The prophet Habbakuk shows us that we follow a God who is attentive to our needs, who is faithful to His people and His promises, and who is in control and for our ultimate good!

Habakkuk 1-3

Mondays are always hard! Transitioning from a weekend, especially a holiday weekend, back into the normal flow of the week can cause so much stress and anxiety. This morning we are taking a look at the early life of Jesus to see an alternative framework for how we view Mondays because Mondays matter to God.
 

Luke 2:40 / Luke 2:52 / Colossians 1:9-12 / Proverbs 1:7 / Matthew 22:37-39

1 Thessalonians 5

Today, we're studying Acts 8.26-40 which provides us with the evangelistic example of Philip listening to the Lord & following His leading.

Acts 8

Every church is called to the same mission: To make disciples of Jesus. At Grace Bible Church, we desire to make disciples not only in our local community, but all around the world. That is why we engage in world missions. All of us are called to participate in the mission that Jesus gave us. As we learn more about what God is doing around the world, we will be increasingly motivated to pray, to give, and to go.

Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 4:12; Revelation 5:9-10

How does Acts 1:8 serve as a framework for how God wants us not only to be working locally, but also cross-culturally and internationally? As one of our Global Outreach Initiative Sundays, we want to explore how our value of fulfilling the Great Commission can play out in our individual calling alongside our church’s key partnerships.

Acts 1:6-11

When we look at the work that has yet to be done in seeing the Gospel message be proclaimed to all nations, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet scripture is clear, Christ has promised us that this will be done. We can rest in the promise of how He intends to use His Church in the Great Commission, and how His finished work on the cross will usher in a Kingdom that is yet to come, and is everlasting.
 

Matthew 24:14

Cuando miramos el trabajo que queda por hacer para que el mensaje del Evangelio sea proclamado a todas las naciones, es fácil sentirse abrumado. Sin embargo, las Escrituras son claras, Cristo nos ha prometido que esto se hará. Podemos descansar en la promesa de cómo Él tiene la intención de utilizar a Su Iglesia en la Gran Comisión, y cómo Su obra terminada en la cruz dará paso a un Reino que aún está por venir, y es eterno.

Mateo 24:14

In the busyness of day to day life, it is so easy for us to become distracted and discouraged from the things that really matter. What is the mission of the Church, and of each and every man and woman who comprises the Church? We help people find and follow Jesus. 

Acts 1

In order to be effective, a church must understand its mission and its core values. At Grace Bible Church, our mission is to help people find and follow Jesus. That mission is supported by our key values, or “pillars,” that support everything we do. We value God’s Grace, God’s Word, Next-Generation Ministry, and World Missions. 

Philippians 3:14-15

Today, we're studying 1 Thessalonians 2, which encourages every member of the church to embrace their ministry.

2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Today, we're studying John 1, which opens with a powerful description of who Jesus is & what He's done.

John 1:1-18

Having spent multiple chapters explaining who we are in Christ, Paul wanted the Ephesians to understand that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but agains the spiritual forces of darkness. Ephesians 6:10-12 reminds us that we need to step into all that God has provided to help us grow and mature, as well as resist the devil and his schemes.

Ephesians 6:10-12

Después de dedicar varios capítulos a explicar quiénes somos en Cristo, Pablo quería que los efesios comprendieran que nuestra lucha no es contra la carne y la sangre, sino contra las fuerzas espirituales de las tinieblas. Efesios 6:10-12 nos recuerda que debemos aprovechar todo lo que Dios nos ha proporcionado para ayudarnos a crecer y madurar, así como resistir al diablo y sus artimañas.

Ephesians 6:10-12

Al celebrar la Resurrección y recordar el sacrificio supremo de nuestro Señor y Salvador Jesucristo, aprovechemos esta oportunidad para abrazar el poder de la gracia y el perdón de Dios en nuestras vidas. Al regocijarnos en el inmenso perdón recibido en Cristo y emular el amor de Cristo ofreciendo el perdón a los demás, podemos finalmente dejar nuestras pesadas cargas en la cruz, permitiendo que el poder de la Resurrección transforme nuestras vidas y relaciones.

Mateo 18:21-35

As we celebrate Easter, and remember the ultimate sacrifice of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, let us take this opportunity to embrace the power of God's grace and forgiveness in our lives. By rejoicing in the immense forgiveness received in Christ and emulating Christ's love by offering forgiveness to others, we can finally lay down our heavy burdens at the cross, allowing the power of the resurrection to transform our lives and relationships.

Matthew 18:21-35

Today we're studying John 20, which contains key questions asked by Jesus Christ.

John 20

Sometimes we can learn as much from the questions Jesus asked as we can from the statements He made. In John 20, after He rose from the dead, Jesus asked His friends three questions: First, why are you weeping? Second, who are you looking for? Third, have you believed? Our answers to those questions will reveal the condition of our hearts and shape the trajectory of our future. We will find that every eternal question is answered at the empty tomb of Jesus. 

John 20

The world’s economy runs on to merit, but God’s kingdom runs on grace – unexpected, undeserved and unlimited favor from the Creator and Redeemer of mankind. On this Easter Sunday we remember and celebrate the ultimate demonstration of God’s grace given freely to us through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus.

Matthew 20:1-16

Explore el profundo significado de la entrada triunfal de Jesús en Jerusalén el Domingo de Ramos, un acontecimiento crucial en Sus últimos días en la tierra. Comprende la diferencia entre la mera observancia de las costumbres religiosas y la edificación de una relación sincera con Cristo. Siéntase motivado para dedicarse plenamente a Jesús, reconociendo su excepcional atractivo más allá de la religión institucional, confiando en la fiabilidad de las Escrituras y celebrando el cumplimiento de Sus profecías al conceder el inestimable regalo de la salvación.

Juan 12:12-19

On Palm Sunday we celebrate the arrival of the King. But who was this King, and what was so great about his arrival? Today, we look at the prophecy that was fulfilled the day that Jesus rode on a donkey into Jerusalem, and see what it teaches us about this great, Anticipated King. 

Zechariah 9:9, Matthew 21:1-11

Today we're studying John 13.1-17, which displays Christ’s model of servant leadership.

John 13:1-17

What kind of King is Jesus? He is a King who sees us, dwells with us and transforms us. 

Luke 5:27-32

Explore the profound significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, a crucial event in His last days on earth. Grasp the difference between just observing religious customs and building a sincere relationship with Christ. Be motivated to dedicate yourself to Jesus fully, recognizing His exceptional appeal beyond institutional religion, trusting the dependability of the Scriptures, and celebrating His fulfillment of prophecies as He bestows the invaluable gift of salvation.

John 12:12-19

We are constantly surrounded by advertising campaigns and various publications pointing us to the secret to a happy life. Yet, many of us, after years of striving, have little happiness to show for it. This is because we are made for something greater and cannot be satisfied by the things of this world. Instead, we find truth in Paul’s letter to the Philippians which encourages believers to place their sense of identity and purpose in Christ. This leads to a joy far more abundant than anything else we can attain as his perfect righteousness secures for us a relationship with God which is ultimately soul-satisfying.

Philippians 3:1-16

God has made us his collaborators by entrusting us with what is most precious to Him, something that He was willing to send his Son to die for. Therefore, we must be faithful in what we have received by grace, not out of obligation, but out of love for Him, and because He is worthy.

Matthew 25:14-30

God is Triune. We often wrongly view this doctrine as an annoying doctrine to explain away, when in reality it’s a beautiful doctrine to celebrate. In this talk, we explain (1) what the Trinity is, (2) how we know that God is Triune, and (3) why any of it matters. 

John 8:57-58, 10:27-31, 14:9

Dios nos ha hecho sus colaboradores al confiarnos lo más preciado y por lo que estuvo dispuesto a enviar a su Hijo a morir, por lo tanto debemos ser fieles en lo que hemos recibido por gracia, no por sentido de obligación, sino por amor a Él y porque Él es digno.

Mateo 25:14-30

Daniel 3

Ayudar a la gente a encontrar y seguir a Jesús es una misión dada a nuestra iglesia por la gracia de Dios para que el pueblo de Dios la cumpla en el mundo de Dios a través de la proclamación de la Palabra de Dios. Logramos esta tarea adoptando una mentalidad «Plus One» al dar testimonio de Cristo y en todo lo que hacemos. Podemos confiar en que Dios ya ha preparado a los «plus ones» que necesitamos para lograr lo que Él quiere.

Hechos 1:15-17, 20-21-26

Helping people find and follow Jesus is a mission given to our church by God's grace for God's people to accomplish in God's world through the proclamation of God's Word. We achieve this task by adopting a "Plus One" mentality in bearing witness to Christ and in all that we do. We can trust that God has already prepared the "plus ones" we need to accomplish what He wants.

Acts 1:15-17, 20-21-26

In the midst of transitions, the people of God often must choose between passivity and bravery and this choice can determine the legacy of the next 10 to 20 to even 40 years!

Judges 4:1-5:31

Today we are studying 2 Timothy 1, which explains the Christian’s goal of sharing the gospel.

2 Timothy 1

In order to be effective, a church must understand its mission and its core values. At Grace Bible Church, our mission is to help people find and follow Jesus. That mission is supported by our key values, or “pillars,” that support everything we do. We value God’s Grace, God’s Word, Next-Generation Ministry, and World Missions. 

Matthew 28:18-20

By looking at the invitation that Jesus gives his disciples, we can clearly see that the call on our lives has two parts to it. First, we are called to be a disciple of Jesus and Second, to make disciples of Jesus.

Ephesians 4:1, Matthew 4:18-20

Today we are studying 2 Timothy 1, which explains the Christian’s goal of sharing the gospel.

2 Timothy 1

One of the greatest threats to our intimacy with God, this New Year, is noise. We’re surrounded by noise, external and internal, digital and physical, and all of it threatens to drown out God’s voice. Today, we take a look at the ancient spiritual disciplines of silence and solitude, and discuss how these practices of Jesus are imperative to our walk with him today, and how through practicing them, we allow God’s voice to rise above all the noise.

Mark 1:35-37, Luke 5:15-16, Matthew 14:13, Luke 6:12-13, Luke 22:39-46

As the new year arrives, how can we be reminded of our vision and mission for the church, and what God has given us to make that possible.

Ephesians 1:1-14

Con la llegada del nuevo año, ¿cómo podemos recordar nuestra visión y misión para la iglesia, y lo que Dios nos ha dado para hacerlo posible?

The Scripture is a treasure, more valuable than any earthly treasure we could hope for. All too often we do not make use of it - it sits in our homes unread. How can we overcome the barriers that keep us from reading God's Word and make it a habit for the coming year?

Psalm 19:7-11

Luke 2

The first Advent highlights a multitude of God’s incredible attributes, but one of the most clear is His humility. The fact that the universe’s Creator became a creation, the infinite became infant, the omniscient took on limits, is one of the most striking realities in all of human history. Today’s message discusses the beauty of Christ’s humility, and encourages us to model our lives after His.

Philippians 2:1-11

As we've wrapped up our series in Revelation and Christ's second advent, we now head into the celebration of His first. During this time it's important for us to remember that before there was a world that needed to be renewed, He is the one who was, and is, and is to come.  Christ the Eternal Word - the name that deserves all the glory, exaltation, and is worthy to be praised.

John 1:1-18

Today we are studying Luke 1-2, which reveals why we are meant to experience and express the joy of Jesus Christ.

Luke 1-2

Matthew 1

Prayers that thrive are persistent, humble and expectant.

Luke 18:1-14, Luke 11:11-13

Do you live a lifestyle of praise to the Lord? Join us as we walk through Psalms 146 as a template of how to live a lifestyle of praise to the Lord. In good times and bad times, we can be encouraged to praise the Lord!

Psalm 146

It has been said that, "Comparison is the thief of all joy." Therefore, in a world where we are constantly bombarded with opportunities to compare our lives with others, is joy possible? We will look at  King Saul, who was given incredible promises yet lived most of his life consumed with lesser things. Through his life we will see the impact of comparison and then look at some practical steps to move towards contentment - so that we too don't become a people given great promises and yet consume our lives with lesser things.

1 Samuel 18.6-9

All of us will have the opportunity to be part of God’s history by modeling others His story in our life. We will have the opportunity of being HIStory makers in our lifetime. And through our decisions show our friends, neighbors, coworkers, city, nation that there’s no other God like our God.

Matthew 5:16

Todos nosotros tendremos la oportunidad de ser parte de la historia de Dios modelando a otros su historia en nuestra vida. Tendremos la oportunidad de ser creadores de SU historia en nuestra vida. Y a través de nuestras decisiones mostrar a nuestros amigos, vecinos, compañeros de trabajo, ciudad, nación que no hay otro Dios como nuestro Dios.

Mateo 5:16

The most valuable asset we’ve all been given is our lives, and we all have a choice: will I spend or invest my life? This Sunday we look at Jesus’ answer to the question, “how does God call us to invest our lives?” Spoiler alert: it has everything to do with disciple-making and all of the nations.

Matthew 28:16-20

Jesus makes a seemingly crazy promise to "...whoever believes..." that they will "...do the works that He does and even greater works than these...".  Learn what this promise means and what it does not and hear from people that are seeing it come true throughout the world.  If this promise is true in your life and Jesus sees you in this way, how will you respond? 

John 14:1

La Torre de Babel y su lugar en el plan de redención de Dios de los pueblos, tribus, lenguas y naciones - todos los grupos de personas.

Genesis 11:1-9

The Tower of Babel and it’s place in God’s plan of redemption of peoples, tribes, tongues and nations - all people groups.

Genesis 11:1-9

Today we are studying passages from 2 Timothy that explain how we receive God’s grace, follow God’s Word, equip God’s people, and reach God’s world.

2 Timothy 1-4

In his final letter, 2nd Timothy, the Apostle Paul leaves us a legacy to embrace, the legacy of a treasure and a trust. The treasure is God’s glorious gospel and all its benefits. The treasure is entrusted to all who believe the gospel so that they can share it with others.

2 Timothy 2:1-7

God’s faithfulness in the past fills us with courage for today and confidence for the future.

Deuteronomy 4:9

We all stumble. We all fall. But Jesus is in the business of lifting us up, of restoring us to a deep and abiding relationship with Him and to a life of humble, sacrificial service for His kingdom.

John 21

In John 21 we see how Jesus restores us in failure by providing forgiveness and purpose.

John 21

We live in a world that constantly tempts us toward doubt and unbelief. In the face of such pressure, many Christians struggle with doubt, and some even fall away from the faith. Is there a way to navigate doubt in a way that is both honest and also honoring to God? The Scripture doesn’t shy away from talking about the doubts and struggles of God’s people. God’s Word shows us that doubt doesn’t have to tear down our faith, but instead it can help us build a stronger foundation. 

Jude 22; Mark 9:24

We live in a world that constantly tempts us toward doubt and unbelief. In the face of such pressure, many Christians struggle with doubt, and some even fall away from the faith. Is there a way to navigate doubt in a way that is both honest and also honoring to God? The Scripture doesn’t shy away from talking about the doubts and struggles of God’s people. God’s Word shows us that doubt doesn’t have to tear down our faith, but instead it can help us build a stronger foundation. 

Jude 22; Mark 9:24

Dos de los seguidores de Jesús caminan de vuelta a Emaús con lo que parece confusión, expectativas insatisfechas y desesperanza tras la muerte de Jesús. Sin saberlo, un Jesús resucitado aparece a lo largo del camino para guiarlos en un camino de descubrimiento que nunca olvidarán. 

Lucas 24:13-35

Two of Jesus' followers walk back to Emmaus with what seems confusion, unmet expectations, and hopelessness after the death of Jesus. Unbeknownst to them, a resurrected Jesus appears along the road to guide them on a road to discovery that they'll never forget. 
 

Luke 24:13-35

In Luke 24 we see how God’s perfect plan provides us with hope beyond our expectations.

Luke 24

Upon being raised from the dead, Jesus appeared to two men on their way home to Emmaus. Jesus finds them sad due to unmet expectations about Himself. He teaches them how the Scriptures have pointed to all that has happened and that God's plan is even better than what they had expected.
 

Luke 24:13-35

Where we place our hope matters. Placing our hope upon our circumstances leads to doubt and disappointment while placing our hope in the resurrection leads to enjoying God’s gifts. 

Luke 24:13-35

 Is the Resurrection of Jesus simply a tall tale, or did it really happen? If it’s merely a story, then Easter is nothing more than a chance to wear fancy clothes and hide eggs. But if it really happened, then it’s the most important event in human history. If Jesus rose from the dead, our sins are forgiven, our future is bright, and our lives have meaning. The Gospel of Luke demonstrates clearly and convincingly that the tomb is empty. And the empty tomb changes everything. 

Luke 23:50-24:12

The Christian faith rises or falls on the resurrection. If Jesus was not raised from the dead, then our faith is utterly meaningless. But if the historical accounts in the gospels are true, and Jesus really did rise from the dead, then our lives have meaning and our future is secure.

Luke 23:50-24:12

In John 11 we see hope Jesus provides beyond death.

John 11

Some skeptics have proposed the idea that Jesus never really died but remained in a deep coma until some time after being placed in the tomb. Therefore, a serious study of the biblical record provides evidence of the resurrection that cannot be refuted, especially if an eyewitness such as the apostle John presents proof of the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ.

John 19:38-20:10

Algunos escépticos han propuesto la idea de que Jesús nunca murió realmente, sino que permaneció en un coma profundo hasta algún tiempo después de ser colocado en la tumba. Por lo tanto, un estudio serio del registro bíblico proporciona evidencia de la resurrección que no puede ser refutada, especialmente si un testigo ocular como el apóstol Juan presenta pruebas de la muerte, entierro y resurrección de Cristo.

Juan 19:38-20:10

Algunos escépticos han propuesto la idea de que Jesús nunca murió realmente, sino que permaneció en un coma profundo hasta algún tiempo después de ser colocado en la tumba. Por lo tanto, un estudio serio del registro bíblico proporciona evidencia de la resurrección que no puede ser refutada, especialmente si un testigo ocular como el apóstol Juan presenta pruebas de la muerte, entierro y resurrección de Cristo.

Juan 19:38-20:10

Thousands of years ago Jesus famously provided the gracious invitation for his followers to find, in him, rest for their very souls. The offer stands just as open to his followers today, and yet we so rarely seem to accept it. So then, what really is Jesus’ invitation, and how do we go about accepting it?

Matthew 11:28-30

As disciples our call is to mature in our faith causing us to live in ways that are both healthy and effective.

Psalm 1

Many of us have feel the effects of burnout encountered through our work-first lifestyle. When God designed humanity, he created us to work as a way to reflect his own image as a Creator God, but also to fill our lives with purpose and meaning. However, he also set the precedent for taking one day a week to rest and reorient ourselves to God. When we rest, we find ourselves more effective at what we do and fight off burnout.

Genesis 2:1-3; Exodus 20:8-11; Colossians 3:17

Why does God answer some prayer but not others? Does prayer really make any difference? Prayer does make a difference but it isn’t necessarily what you expect. 

Matthew 6:5-13

Jesus is worthy of all of our worship because He has a better title and a better set of tasks than any idol in our lives.

Hebrews 1:4-14

Matthew 9:9-13

Follow Jesus, the humble, sacrificial Servant as you strive toward true greatness. Set aside the world’s definition of a great life, along with its scheming and its pride. Trust Jesus. He will exalt you at the proper time.

Matthew 20:17-28

Hebrews 10 shows us how to establish and experience Biblical community.

Hebrews 10

Persistent spiritual immaturity poses a problem to each one of us and to any church. How do we respond to it appropriately? How do different theological persuasions handle such a problem?

Hebrews 5:11-6:8

Una de las resoluciones de Año Nuevo más populares es cambiar un hábito particular para cambiar nuestras vidas. Pero ese cambio no es permanente y no es para bien en nuestro carácter y comportamiento. Si queremos cambiar la forma en que vivimos, tendremos que cambiar nuestra forma de pensar. Y para cambiar lo que pensamos, debemos cambiar lo que alimentamos nuestra mente. Es así de simple. Romanos 12:2 nos ayuda a ver qué, para transformar nuestra vida, necesitamos resistir las presiones de esta era y renovar nuestra forma de pensar alimentándonos con la Palabra de Dios. 

Romanos 12

Our lives don’t often feel like the joyful and abundant life Jesus has purchased for us. How do we really experience the life that Biblical authors say we are supposed to enjoy? Today we will observe the differences between a life of striving and a life of abiding. Jesus invites us into a much more glorious, freedom-filled, joyful lifestyle than many of us are living!

Matthew 11:28-30

Time is our most precious resource, because it is the substance of our lives. Wasting our time is tragic misuse of the gift of life that God has given us. All of our time belongs to Him. As a result, we’re called to use our time to glorify God. How can we use our time to honor and represent Him in the coming year?

Ephesians 5:15-16

Persistent spiritual immaturity poses a problem to each one of us and to any church. How do we respond to it appropriately? How do different theological persuasions handle such a problem?

Hebrews 5:11-6:8

Por Su amor y misericordia, Dios nos ha salvado gratuitamente, nos ha dado Su Espíritu, nos ha prometido la eternidad y nos ha asegurado que Él será fiel en cumplir todo esto por medio de Cristo. Dios ha mostrado un gran favor hacia nosotros. Pero, ¿cómo debemos responder a la luz de todo lo que Dios ha hecho por nosotros? Pablo da la respuesta en una de sus cartas. Después de darle un largo recordatorio a un grupo de cristianos en Roma, acerca de la gran misericordia de Dios para con ellos, les insta a dar la única respuesta apropiada. Debemos responder al amor y la misericordia de Dios ofreciendo nuestros cuerpos como un sacrificio vivo (Rom. 12:1). La idea principal de Pablo en este pasaje es la siguiente: nuestras creencias deben impactar nuestro comportamiento.

Romanos 12:1

God will inevitably call us into new and hard things this New Year. So why, when he calls, should we say yes? Isaiah’s story of calling shows us what we must all see, feel, and hear from God if we are to answer with Isaiah’s same, enthusiastic, “here I am, send me!” 

Isaiah 6:1-8

Though life can be difficult and cause us to despair, we have an incredible foundation of hope because of God’s transformative resurrection power. He has brought us out of sin and death by giving us new life through the sacrifice of his Son. Even more, he invites us to participate in his mission of sharing this message of hope and life with the rest of the world.

Ephesians 2:1-10

New Year's resolutions and Christmas present a great temptation to look for gifts and self effort to fix and fill our brokenness, yet that is something only Jesus can do. Join us as we look at Paul's reminder to Peter to rest in the unchanging gracious gift of life in Christ.

Galatians 3-4

La vieja y conocida historia de los Reyes Magos, al ser analizada en profundidad, contiene mucho para inspirarnos y animarnos a hacer un propósito de Año Nuevo que nos cambie la vida: vivir con un corazón suave y entregado... y evitar convertirnos en un Herodes de corazón duro.

Mateo 2:1-12

How do we cultivate a practice of thankfulness in our lives?

Luke 17:11-21

Genesis 1:26-28

Even in the chaos of life, God promises peace and rest when we dwell in His presence. 

Psalm 23

The prophet Isaiah’s vision of the throne room of God stands as a timeless paradigm for all who would serve the one true King. The overpowering holiness of God compels us to see everything in His light. His glory convicts us, cleanses us and calls us to into unreserved service of the high and exalted King of all creation.

Isaiah 6:1-13

The holidays are meant to be a time of gratitude and joy, when we thank God for all He’s given us and celebrate with those we love. But what if we feel distant from God and spiritually dry? How do we praise Him when our hearts don’t feel particularly joyful? King David wrestled with that same dilemma, and in Psalm 63 he provides us with a model for how to recover our joy when it’s hard to find. In moments of spiritual dryness, David encourages us to reflect on God’s character, remember God’s faithfulness, and trust in God’s promises. 

Psalm 63

We are celebrating how God has transformed the lives of people in our church!

Genesis 12; Galatians 3

For Christians, missions isn’t a side project. It’s at the center of who we are and what we are called to do. Jesus has commanded us to participate in global missions, because God is building a kingdom of worshipers from every tribe, tongue, people, and nation. The task is great, but God has given us the power we need to do the job.

Matthew 28:18-20; Revelation 7:9-10; Acts 4:12

In Psalm 96 we see how the people of God should respond to His promises with worship, witness, and waiting.
 

Psalm 96

Satan delights in destruction. That’s the bad news. The good news is that he can be defeated through humble dependence on God and active resistance to his schemes.

1 Peter 5:8-11

What does it look like to faithfully follow Jesus while living in dark and evil times? In Ephesians 5:15-21, Paul tells us that we can live well by making the most of our time, diligently seeking God’s will, and being filled by the Holy Spirit on a daily basis. This year, let’s commit to making our walk with Jesus the number one priority of our lives, as we seek to honor Him in these dark times. 

Ephesians 5:15-21

In order to be effective, a church must understand its mission and its core values. At Grace Bible Church, our mission is to help people find and follow Jesus. That mission is supported by our key values, or “pillars,” that support everything we do. We value God’s Grace, God’s Word, Next-Generation Ministry, and World Missions. 

Matthew 28:19-20

Jesus told us that the truth will set us free, yet so many of us, especially parents, struggle under the burdens of comparison, fear, guilt, and busyness. Discover true and lasting freedom from each of these burdens from God’s Word.

John 8

When we encounter a seemingly unbelievable story like the resurrection of Jesus, doubt is a normal response. Thomas wasn’t the only disciple who doubted whether it was true. After all, people don’t rise from the dead every day. But doubt doesn’t have to be fatal to our faith. Jesus loves doubters, and He can even use our doubts to strengthen our faith. When we acknowledge our questions and sincerely seek the truth, we can find an even deeper trust in Jesus on the other side of our doubt.

John 20:19-29

How do we know that the story about Jesus rising from the dead isn’t just the greatest conspiracy theory ever told? How do we know it really happened? Delve into the STRONG evidence God has given us for Jesus’ resurrection and find the confidence and hope that can see you through the pain and struggles of life.
 

When we encounter a seemingly unbelievable story like the resurrection of Jesus, doubt is a normal response. Thomas wasn’t the only disciple who doubted whether it was true. After all, people don’t rise from the dead every day. But doubt doesn’t have to be fatal to our faith. Jesus still loves doubters, and He can even use our doubts to strengthen our faith. When we acknowledge our questions and seek the truth, we can find an even deeper trust in Jesus on the other side of our doubt.

John 20:19-29

We discuss the discipline of evangelism by taking a look at common misconceptions about evangelism today.

 In a deadly arctic freeze on top of a global pandemic, we find ourselves much like Paul in Acts 27, tossed and beaten by a storm he neither chose nor caused. Though we cannot control life’s storms, if we will trust the God who can, we can find the heroic strength we need to remain hopeful and helpful no matter what life throws our way.
 

Acts 27

The past year has revealed to us in painful ways that we are not in control of our circumstances. We find ourselves feeling much like Paul in Acts 27, tossed and beaten by a storm he neither chose nor caused. Though we cannot control life’s storms, we know that God can. When we trust Him in the midst of the storms, He provides us with courage and the ability to encourage others, even when life feels out of control.

Acts 27

Everyone wants to live a life that is considered great. Jesus teaches us that we get there through change, humility & hospitality.

Matthew 18:1-6

This has been a difficult and troubling week. Many of the things we have clung to for stability in this world are failing us. So where can a follower of Christ find true, lasting security? How do we know that the promises of God won’t fail us like so many other things have?

Romans 8:31-39

What is the "one thing" you feel you need in order to make your life all that you want it to be? A happier marriage? More money? Better health? The Scripture tells us that real life comes from knowing Jesus first. When Jesus is our “one thing,” we can trust Him to take care of everything else. Will you and I commit to making Jesus the center of our lives, our highest priority, for the coming year?

Luke 10:38-42

In Mark 2, Jesus demonstrates how He is the perfect solution to our ultimate need.

Mark 2:1-12

We all desire to live successfully, to live a life of impact! How do we evaluate a “successful” life? What is our litmus test for faithful and fruitful lives to God? 

Matthew 22:34-40; 28:18-20

Through our gratitude, God will guard our hearts and minds against wasted fears and a wrongful focus.

Philippians 4:6-7

God has provided a vaccine to protect our hearts from the bitterness, jealousy, and hatred so common in our culture. But it is a vaccine we need every day, many times a day… a vaccine called gratitude. Learn to practice this crucial habit, and life will never be the same!

Why can we be thankful in the midst of doubts, discouragement, danger, and dread? How can we cultivate gratitude when all we seem to have before us is pain, disappointment, loss, and great difficulty? The prophet Habakkuk shows us that we follow a God who is attentive to our needs, faithful to His people and His promises, and that He is in control and for our good!

Habakkuk 1-3

Jesus gives his disciples hope in tomorrow & for today.

John 16:16-24

Every church is called to the same mission: To make disciples of Jesus. At Grace Bible Church, we desire to make disciples not only in our local community, but all around the world. That is why we engage in world missions. All of us are called to participate in the mission that Jesus gave us. As we learn more about what God is doing around the world, we will be increasingly motivated to pray, to give, and to go.

 No matter your career or stage of life, your job description as a Christian is to make disciples of Jesus among all nations. Discover how to partner with us at Grace Bible Church to reach the world for Jesus Christ.

Matthew 28:18-20

Are you a missionary? You probably would say, “no”. We have this idea that missionaries are people who really, really loved Jesus, to the point that they are willing to leave behind the comforts of a home and family, go to the farthest and most darkest places of the world, live in a small village or somewhere, and suffer for Jesus their entire lives. But a careful study of Christ’s Great Commission on Mathew 28:19-20, give us a deeper understanding of this truth about  God’s heart for missions: that all Christians are missionaries. 

Yes, Jesus commissioned His disciples (and you and me) to live a disciple-making life. . . to help people find and follow Jesus. And Christ’s commissioning is an invitation to live a messy. . . life. . . together.

Matthew 28:16-20

Acts 2:1-13

If you are expecting the extraordinary, you will see it. If you are prepared for opportunities, God will use you in supernatural ways in the lives of others. Get ready to speak about Jesus, and be courageous!

Acts 17:16-34

 What is love? Depends on whom you ask! To our world, love is a romantic affection founded in feelings. To God, love is a devoted choice to sacrifice for the good of others. Such love is costly and hard, and yet shows better than anything else the beauty of Jesus to a sick and dying world.

Romans 12:9-13

Acts 2:1-13

The apostle Paul reminds us that the gospel is on the move and will not be stopped.

Mark 4:35-41

How should we live when we are in the middle of an unfinished story, and the future is uncertain? The key is to obey the command that Jesus gave to his disciples before He departed for heaven. We are called to continue the work of making disciples, no matter what is going on in the world around us. We do that task through the power of God’s Spirit until the day Jesus comes back.

Acts 1:1-11

How does being a parent – specifically being a mom – relate to the Christian life? Everyday faithfulness matters - for all of us! The small things you do matter, because in the grand scheme of eternity, you are raising the next generation of Christ-followers.

Colossians 3:23-24

Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 7, on "losing it". What do we do if we lose it under all of this intense stress?

1 John 1:9; Romans 5:20

Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 6, on prayer. How do you find comfort in prayer? 

John 17

As we enter into the end of Holy Week, we want to invite you to our Good Friday services where we will take communion together. Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, on communion, and what it means to take it "together" in these unprecedented times.

Spring has Sprung! The stability of creation gives us peace at the time that the world and our lives are so uncertain and scary. Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 5. 

Let's talk about habits! Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 4. 

How can we better at showing grace to one another instead of increasing conflict during this stressful time? Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 3. 

Brian Fisher's Psalm 127 Devotional. 

Psalm 127

Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 1.  

Blake Jennings brings a spiritual "tune-up" devotional, episode 2. 

Matt Morton brings a devotional to us from the book of Philippians. 

Isaiah 40 explains how the people of God can take comfort in His arrangement, awareness, and activity.

Isaiah 40

The genealogy in Matthew 1 shows us how God's grace is paramount and sufficient for all.

Matthew 1:1-17

We look at Proverbs to see the dangers of putting our desires over God's then walk through the benefit of trusting God's plan for our lives.

Proverbs 11:5-8

Consider your priorities. The prophet Haggai encourages us to consider our priorities as Christians to prioritize our relationship with God.

Hebrews

The call of God upon Joshua and his generation created a crisis of courage initially for them. But God's promises, presence, and power provided them a cause for courage as they focused and followed God's word.

Joshua 1

As we enter into the new year, 2020 will be wrought with many storms. Discover how Jesus' identity and ministry encourage believers to go from fear-based surviving to faith-based thriving!

Matthew 14:22-33

As the year comes to a close, take some time to look back over the year, whether a good one or a difficult one, and reflect on what God might be teaching us and what God might be doing in our lives.

Disappointments and hurts are inevitable yet even in the midst of them God can, and does, bring hope.

2 Samuel 7:1-29

Disappointments and hurts are inevitable yet even in the midst of them God can, and does, bring hope.

2 Samuel 7:1-29

God hasn't just invited us to live passionately for Him but has given us all we need to do it.

James 1:5-8

Discover six words that encapsulate the true meaning and significance of Christmas.

Isaiah 9

The Christmas season does not always feel as peaceful as it should. In the midst of anxiety, chaos, and the darkness of the world, the coming of Jesus provides us with the hope of real and lasting peace.

Luke 2:14

As believers we are called and have the opportunity to thankful in all circumstances. We will be looking at how we can grow in gratitude even in difficult seasons of our lives.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

This time of year is a breeding ground for envy and jealousy. As believers, how can we battle against jealousy and cultivate contentment in our lives?

Genesis 4:1-7

How do we build great communities, churches or families? It all comes down to how we build into our relationships. Join us as we look at how Paul challenges the Thessalonians to build a healthy church.

1 Thessalonians 5:11-18

Some churches limp along. They keep the doors open, but they don't make a deep and lasting impact on their community or the world. Other churches thrive because they are committed to remaining focused on the timeless truth of gospel and the enduring priority of making disciples.

Acts 11

Every week, we preach that salvation is by faith alone. But in this passage, James tells us in no uncertain terms that faith without works can not save us. How do we reconcile these seemingly contradictory statements? How do we even approach a passage as challenging as this?

James 2:14-26

It is easy to lose focus and to forget about our most important priorities in life. For our church, we want to stay focused on our core values and the mission God has called us to do. Our desire is to share the gospel and make disciples in this community and around the world. How can we stay focused on what really matters?

Philippians 3:13-14

God loves to evaluate (or "grade") the quality of our faith. The Great Faithers of Matthew 8 and 15 reveal the secrets of having "great faith."

Matthew 8:5-13; 15:21-28

Nehemiah demonstrates how to have a transformative impact within a community.

Nehemiah 2:11-18

Consider your priorities. The prophet Haggai encourages us to consider our priorities as Christians to prioritize our relationship with God and the building of His kingdom.

Haggai 1, 2

How to live a life of impact on purpose.

Isaiah 6:1-9

Follow Jesus! He is your Good Shepherd who knows you, cares for you, and protects you forever. He alone can direct your life and lead you into abundant and eternal life.

John 10

When we sin, we face a choice: hide it or confess it. One brings sorrow; the other brings blessing. Discover the way to a blessed life.

Psalm 32

The greatest antidote to discontent and anxiety is to remember God's character. We see God's loyal love reflected in creation, in history, and in the free gift of salvation. Psalm 136 reminds us, over and over again, that His love endures forever.

Psalm 136

So often we stand at the crossroads making a decision on which way to go. God graciously gives wisdom and direction when we seek Him.

Proverbs 1:1-7

God's timing is not always easy to follow. We have all encountered setbacks, struggles and barriers in life. Join us as we look at how to overcome the barriers to faithfulness through the life of Caleb.

Joshua 14

In Mark 3 Jesus explains the defining quality of what true disciples of God must do, prompting us to ask the question, "Are we living as false followers or faithful followers?"

Mark 3:7-35

We ask three questions to reveal if we are heading where Jesus wants us to be.

We are designed to live in community. Come explore what biblical community looks like and how God uses it to impact the world.

Acts 2:42-47

Four key truths you need to know so that comparison won't steal your joy.

1 Samuel 18:6-16

God is more pleased by our willingness to be faithful along the journey than He is concerned with our ability to achieve a certain outcome through it.

Hebrews 11

Even though we may personally have lots of confusion and ambiguity about what heaven will be like in the future, the Scriptures clearly demonstrate that heaven will be concrete, contiguous, and compelling.

Revelation 21-22

HOW and WHEN did God create the world, and how can we reconcile that with science? That is perhaps the most frequent question I've gotten over the years as a pastor! It's a good question, and we'll talk about it in depth, but we must never forget that Genesis 1 wasn't written to answer that question. It was written to tell us WHO created and WHY. Those are the questions that really matter in life, and God's answers will fill you with peace and joy!

Genesis 1

Four key truths you need to know so that comparison won't steal your joy in 2019.

1 Samuel 18:6-16

Prayer allows us to ask God for anything. So what should we ask for? What should our priorities be in prayer for ourselves, our kids, our church, and our community. Discover Jesus' own six highest priorities in prayer from John 17.

John 17

Living in authentic community within the local church makes us more like Christ and marks us as Christ followers to the world.

Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Living in authentic community within the local church makes us more like Christ and marks us as Christ followers to the world.

Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

God has done great things for us, in us, and through us since Southwood was founded ten years ago. Today, we give Him thanks and celebrate the lives He has changed.

We help People find and follow Jesus - because He is worthy; because that's the greatest need in every person's life; because that's what gives our life significance. So how do we become more effective in fulfilling this calling? Be willing! Be expectant! Be fascinated! Be prepared!

Acts 8:26-40

Our mission is to help people find and follow Jesus, and with Philip as our guide, we'll see how easy that can be. Walk with God, get out of your bubble, ask questions, share Jesus, and you can change the world!

Acts 8:26-40

We are called to help people find and follow Jesus. That sounds like a daunting task! After all, we often feel inadequate and ill-prepared. But God has promised to be with us as we share the good news of the gospel. He designed the mission, He chose us as His messengers, and He goes ahead of us to pave the way. Will we be faithful and obedient to His call?

Acts 8:26-40

God has designed us to find significance and value in Him alone. When we attempt to draw identity from anything else we will be driven to discouragement, but even then hope can be found.

Luke 18:18-26

Eternal life is a free gift that God will never take away from those who have trusted in Jesus. You and I can worship and serve God in freedom, knowing that our relationship with Him is secure.

The heart of David was revealed by his experience and refined by his Lord. We want to understand his heart as we seek to align our own hearts with God's. Today, we'll study David's heart of repentance in the face of accountability.

2 Samuel 12

The goal of the Christian life is spiritual multiplication. Join us as we look how to do it well!

2 Timothy 2:1-7

Our time is the most valuable resource we have been given, because it is irreplaceable and limited. God calls us to use our time in ways that honor Him and further His purposes in the world.

Ephesians 5:15-17

What is Jesus' great passion and plan for our lives? The Jesus Plan is to transform the world by discipling Kingdom agents who will disciple others.

Matthew 4:18-22

In a world of misplaced and unmet expectations, the book of Philippians instructs us to place our confidence in the finished work of Jesus Christ.

Philippians 3:1-11

You have a season God has given you. Own your today so you're ready for for what God is doing tomorrow.

1 Samuel 17:17-37

Jesus came to make all things new. Though we do not see the fullness and finality of that renewal today, we do experience it in part as Jesus has already begun the process of renewing those who believe in Him.

John 2:1-11

The key to making any relationship work is knowing how to communicate well when tensions are high. In this practical study we will discover principles from ancient scripture and modern research that will help us communicate well when things get tense.

By Grace, through faith in Jesus Christ alone, we are set free. Placing yourself back under the Law is worthless for pleasing God and detrimental to your growth in Christ. Choose freedom that you might love well.

Galatians 5:1-15

The normal human tendency to compare can significantly threaten our capacity to give thanks in our life!

Haggai 2:1-9

At important moments in their history, the people of Israel paused to remember God's faithfulness and prepare for what was ahead of them. This week, we pause to thank God for His faithfulness to Grace Creekside and to look ahead with joy to all that He has in store for us.

1 Samuel 7:12

Helping people find and follow Jesus globally.

Matthew 28:18-20

Some days change everything. For our brothers and sisters in Christ being baptized today, this is one of those days.

What is our purpose in life as individuals and as a church? Stated as simply as possible: we help people FIND and FOLLOW Jesus. Discover how to do that in your own life, and hear about how God is calling Grace Bible Church to do that in our community and our world.

What is our purpose in life as individuals and as a church? Stated as simply as possible: we help people FIND and FOLLOW Jesus. Discover how to do that in your own life, and hear about how God is calling Grace Bible Church to do that in our community and our world.

Knowing who you are helps you plan your future. The same principle applies to a church: once we understand who we are (our values), we can better understand where we're going (our vision). In this message, teaching pastor Matt Morton talks about the values and vision of Grace Bible Church, and how the Creekside campus fits into the big picture.

Like any loving father, God disciplines His people. He loves us and knows that holiness is the best path to a close relationship with Him and with His church. Church discipline is a tool that God uses to preserve the holiness and purity of His church, to protect Christ's reputation in the world, and to restore sinners who repent.

Hebrews 12:5-11

For better or worse we'll be on the internet and social media till death do us part. So we must learn how to live online as followers of Christ, and as parents, how to train our kids to do the same. Discover biblical principles and research-based practices to guide your online life. [PARENTAL WARNING: This sermon may not be appropriate for very young children. It is, however, appropriate and necessary for all children who are on social media or the internet.]

Matthew 10:16

For better or worse we'll be on the internet and social media till death do us part. So we must learn how to live online as followers of Christ, and as parents, how to train our kids to do the same. Discover biblical principles and research-based practices to guide your online life. [PARENTAL WARNING: This sermon may not be appropriate for very young children. It is, however, appropriate and necessary for all children who are on social media or the internet.]

Matthew 10:16

Jesus commanded us to go and make disciples, but we often feel ill-equipped and afraid to obey. A few simple principles can help us effectively share the gospel and make disciples in our sphere of influence.

Jesus commanded us to go and make disciples, but we often feel ill-equipped and afraid to obey. A few simple principles can help us effectively share the gospel and make disciples in our sphere of influence.

Jesus commanded us to go and make disciples, but we often feel ill-equipped and afraid to obey. A few simple principles can help us effectively share the gospel and make disciples in our sphere of influence.

God's faithfulness changes us, and our faithfulness changes the lives of those entrusted to us.

Deuteronomy 32:4

Three biblical encouragements to strengthen any mom in the throes of motherhood, along with practical advice from a panel of four wise Southwood moms.

Proverbs 23:25

Every area of our lives is intended to reflect the character and love of Jesus. Mothers have an opportunity to demonstrate His character through everyday faithfulness to the work God has placed in front of them. Even the small and unnoticed tasks of parenting matter when done for God's glory.

For better or worse we'll be on the internet and social media till death do us part. So we must learn how to live online as followers of Christ, and as parents, how to train our kids to do the same. Discover biblical principles and research-based practices to guide your online life. [PARENTAL WARNING: This sermon may not be appropriate for very young children. It is, however, appropriate and necessary for all children who are on social media or the internet.]

Matthew 10:16

As God establishes our faith, it is a process of ups and downs. One moment we see clearly, and the next we miss it completely. Thankfully, God has given us  personal experiences of His faithfulness, whether others or our own, that we might remember that God is deserving of our trust.

Mark 6:30-52

Blake answers a variety of questions submitted by the congregation dealing with theology, politics, church life, godly living, Biblical characters, and car repair.

To make it easier to access, here's time-stamps for each question so you can jump to what interests you:
1:19 Scrub radius
2:19 Immigration
9:55 Poverty
14:45 Racial reconciliation
18:09 Fake news
21:00 Liberal politics
23:10 Halloween
25:09 Sin and repentance
28:35 Homosexuality and the goodness of God
33:47 Anxiety, panic attacks, and depression
36:35 Moses in Exodus 4
37:45 Melchizedek
39:40 Age of accountability
42:46 Why I believe

Prayer is difficult for most of us. We don't always believe it makes a difference, and our prayer lives are troubled by guilt, distraction and pride. But prayer matters, because it is our primary way of communicating with God. Will we make the decision this semester to simply show up in prayer and persevere, even when it is tough to do?

Many times we find our love limited by particular passions, problems, or people. Today, we're studying John 15 to better understand God's love, which we should experience and extend without limits.

John 15:12-17

God continues our restoration by calling us to seek the restoration of others.

Matthew 28:16-20

We live in a cycle of business but God created us for more than what we can produce. Join us as we look at how to create healthy cycles in the life God gave us to live.

Genesis 1, Leviticus 23

We live in a cycle of business but God created us for more than what we can produce. Join us as we look at how to create healthy cycles in the life God gave us to live.

Genesis 1, Leviticus 23

What is the "one thing" you feel you need in order to make your life all that you want it to be? A happier marriage? More money? Better health? The Scripture tells us that real life comes from knowing Jesus first. When Jesus is our “one thing,” we can trust Him to take care of everything else. Will you and I commit to making Jesus the center of our lives, our highest priority, for the coming year?

Luke 10:38-42

Is it worth taking the risk to be a witness for Jesus Christ?

Mark 6:12-30

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells His followers to forget tomorrow's problems in order to focus on today's purpose.

Matthew 6:25-34

We live in a cycle of business but God created us for more than what we can produce. Join us as we look at how to create healthy cycles in the life God gave us to live.

Genesis 1, Leviticus 23

We live in a cycle of business but God created us for more than what we can produce. Join us as we look at how to create healthy cycles in the life God gave us to live.

Genesis 1, Leviticus 23

The call to Christian unity requires breaking down walls and great effort.

Ephesians 2:1-14; 4:1-3

Major events seem to push us toward fear or faith. The 2016 Presidential election is no exception. Church, let's get some perspective here. God's got this, so we can rest in His sovereignty. He also made us in His image so that we can take action - vote, serve, sacrifice, live out your faith. Let's be salt and light as we bring the hope of Jesus to a broken world.

Joshua 5:13-15

This year's contentious presidential election offers us two powerful opportunities to glorify God and impact the world. Discover how to vote and serve like followers of Christ.

Luke 10:30-37

In the face of this stressful election season, we can avoid both panic and fatalism by grounding ourselves in the truth of God's Word. God sits above our human politics, but He cares about the government. We are called to faithfully represent Him in the world, but to recognize that He is ultimately in control of the world. We take those truths into the voting booth and into our community as we engage in every day acts of ordinary faithfulness.

Every Christian feels inadequate in prayer. EVERY! SINGLE! CHRISTIAN! So don't feel paralyzed by guilt. Instead, learn to pray better and bigger from the Greatest Pray-er ever, Jesus Christ.

 

 

 

Mark 1:35

Every Christian feels inadequate at prayer. EVERY. CHRISTIAN! But there is hope! You can learn to pray better, bigger, and more consistency by learning from the best prayer warrior in history: God's Son, Jesus.

 

 

 

Despite the chaos of our world, we can trust that Jesus is always present, and always more powerful than the chaos around us.

Matthew 14:22-33

Some churches shrivel and die. Other churches thrive and flourish. What about your church? Will it fade, or will it flourish for generations to come? And more specifically, what can you do to help your church become or remain a vibrant, growing community of faith?

 

 

Our natural tendency is to make far too much of our disappointments in life and far too little of our blessings. Psalm 103 challenges us to flip that ratio around and focus on God's great power and grace. Discover the power of gratitude.

 

 

Psalm 103

Like every organization, the values of Grace Bible Church determine what we believe and do. We are a church that values the gospel of grace, the Word of God, and people. As a result, we desire to teach God's Word, and to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ to men and women in this community and around the world.

 

 

Our response to unexpected, and often unwanted experiences shapes our souls toward wholeness or barrenness. How will you respond to each of the burdens God calls you to carry through life? Will you allow them to make you or to break you?

 

 

Luke 1-2

Biblical truth and practical advice to help you find freedom from feelings of guilt, fear, and isolation.

 

 

Treasure your God-given role as a mom, and pray for your children to grow in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and men.

 

 

Luke 2:41-52

Faithfully following Christ each and every day for a lifetime is actually one of the hardest things we will attempt to do in this life. There is potential for great reward, but there is also the possibility of great loss. May we all stay on the path of faith by encouraging one another, by remembering that life today affects life after death, and by learning from the lessons of the past.

 

 

Hebrews 3:12-15

God expects His people to act in ways that He has already modeled in the Gospel.

 

 

James 1:27