Have you ever wondered if people can tell that you are a follower of Jesus just by observing your life? In John 15:1-8, Jesus declares, 'I am the true vine,' a statement that underscores His role as the only way to God. As branches, we are called to abide in Him, allowing His life to flow through us and produce fruit. This fruit, which includes good works and godly character, makes it evident to others that we follow Jesus. God prunes us through His Word and life's challenges, removing dead or d...
Dec 01, 2024•45 min
Today, we continue in our series on the seven "I Am" statements made by Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John. As we turn the pages to John 6, we discover that "many" left Jesus. You might ask, "What did Jesus say caused so many to go?" After all those miracles and multiple sermons, thousands are reduced to dozens because Jesus said one thing.
Nov 24, 2024•41 min
This week, we continue our series in the I AM statements of Jesus as we explore what a life surrendered to Jesus requires of us.
Nov 17, 2024•48 min
On a scale of 1 to 10, HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW JESUS? Whatever we know about Jesus, we need to take it to the next level. We need to know Him better and deeper than we do at present. We need to embrace the truth about Him and allow that truth to change our lives. And that’s where we are going over the next eight weeks of worship at GCC. We’re going to take what we presently know about Jesus, and take it to the next level. We will do that by diving deep into what Jesus says about Himself each time h...
Nov 10, 2024•46 min
The story of Joseph, as told in Genesis 37-50, can be summarized by three key words: pit, prison, and palace. Over recent weeks, we've explored Joseph's journey, from being thrown into a pit by his brothers and sold into slavery, to being imprisoned due to Potiphar's wife, and finally being restored from the prison to the palace as second-in-command. Joseph's story is a testament to God's providential hand, yet as we turn to Genesis 42 and 43, we wonder if God will bring total justice to Joseph ...
Oct 20, 2024•51 min
Are you feeling stuck in life's "pit moments," wondering if there's any hope for change? Join us this Sunday as we continue our “Meant for Good:The Life of Joseph" series with a message that will give you new perspective on life's ups and downs.Discover how Joseph's journey from prison to Pharaoh's right hand reveals God's unwavering presence in both our darkest valleys and highest peaks. Together, we will discover that God is with us and God is for us.
Oct 13, 2024•35 min
Waiting is often a difficult and frustrating experience, but the story of Joseph in Genesis 40 provides profound insights into how we can 'win the wait' by trusting in God's timing and faithfulness. Joseph, sold into slavery by his brothers and later imprisoned due to false accusations, spent thirteen years in Egypt, much of it in prison. Despite these hardships, Joseph remained faithful to God, interpreting dreams for Pharaoh's cupbearer and baker, even though the cupbearer forgot him for two m...
Oct 06, 2024•45 min
We are two weeks in to our study of the life of Joseph as recorded in Genesis 37-50, and it certainly does have all the makings of a soap opera! This weekend, we turn the pages to Genesis 39. When we concluded last week, we left Jacob in a state of overwhelming grief, mourning and weeping over the loss of the son whom he loved more than any of his other sons. And we left Joseph in the hands of some Midianite merchants who, according to Genesis 37:36, “sold Joseph in Egypt to Potiphar, one of Pha...
Sep 29, 2024•36 min
Last weekend, we launched this sermon series on the life of Joseph whose story is told in Genesis 37-50. He is best known for his coat of many colors, but there is so much more to his life than his coat. However, the hero of his story is not Joseph, but God and God alone. Joseph’s story is a story of God’s providence, and God’s providence is best defined as GOD FOR US. God cares for us, provides for us and guides us through life. You will see God do this very work in Joseph’s life as we continue...
Sep 22, 2024•38 min
This Fall, GCC will journey through Genesis 37-50 with the family of Jacob, a father, and his sons, as God's providential hand is vividly on display in the life of one of Jacob's younger sons, Joseph. We meet him as a 17-year-old young man quarreling with his brothers, but quickly, he is tossed into a pit and then thrown into prison. He ultimately enters the palace of Pharaoh. His position in the palace magnifies the power of divine intervention in Joseph's life. We learn what was meant for evil...
Sep 15, 2024•40 min
This weekend, we are finishing the letter of Jude. Last week, Pastor Mike led us through the deep waters of Jude 1-16, where Jude filleted false teachers because false teachers often paint a beautiful picture. Still, the aftermath is one of division and devastation. The first half of Jude calls us to contend for the faith, and the second part gives us four steps to contend. Join us this weekend as we lean into Jude 17-25 and discover how to fight for the faith.
Sep 08, 2024•37 min
Let’s talk about fighting! There are laws against fighting, and there are punishments for fighting. Then, we open the Bible to the little New Testament letter of Jude, and Jude urges us to fight. He urges faithful, law-abiding, peace-loving followers of Jesus to fight for the faith. Join your GCC family this Labor Day weekend as we dive into Jude 1-16 and learn how to protect and preserve God’s truth in this world. This is the first of a two sermon series in Jude. Be sure to livestream or tune i...
Sep 01, 2024•43 min
Explore the power of unity at Grace Community Church. Discover how, despite our differences, we are united as one body in Jesus Christ. Join us this weekend as we delve into Psalm 133 and grow together in the unity of faith.
Aug 25, 2024•32 min
Did you know that the Bible encourages us to imitate to become more like Jesus? Join us as reflect on 3 John.
Aug 18, 2024•38 min
As one scholar has said, “The truth makes true love possible.” Since the beginning of April, GCC has been in a series on the letters of John. We just wrapped up 1 John, and this weekend, we shift our attention to 2 John. 2 John is just 13 verses, less than 300 words, and yet do not let the brevity of 2 John deceive you. Sometimes less is more. 2 John powerfully helps avert a theological crisis – maintains unity – and upheld love. Join us this weekend, as we learn how to practice and protect the ...
Aug 11, 2024•46 min
How do we stay true to our faith in a world where distractions abound? Join us as we reflect on the end of 1 John and consider what 1 John 5:16 -21 tells us about prayer, community, and avoiding modern-day idols. Discover how to live an "eternal life" that stands out in today's culture and keep Jesus at the center of your life.
Aug 04, 2024•42 min
Learning how to pray with confidence will be the focus of our study this weekend as we begin to dig into the final verses of 1 John. 1 John 5:14-1514 This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. 15 And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him.
Jul 28, 2024•41 min
Do you know with absolute certainty that when your life on earth is over, you will live forever with Jesus Christ in Heaven? Last weekend, we learned how to be triumphant in life – how to overcome the troubles we face in this life. This weekend, we will learn how to be triumphant in death – how to overcome the fears and doubts we may have as we think about dying. The key to both is the same – faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
Jul 21, 2024•41 min
We discuss overcoming challenges in this broken world by living a triumphant life in Jesus! 1 John 5:1-5 Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who loves the father loves his child as well. 2 This is how we know that we love the children of God: by loving God and carrying out his commands. 3 In fact, this is love for God: to keep his commands. And his commands are not burdensome, 4 for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has ove...
Jul 14, 2024•41 min
Learn about how Jesus is the savior of the WHOLE WORLD and not just our little part of the world.
Jul 09, 2024•35 min
This powerful reflection on 1 John 4:7-21 shows us how we can love in a way that reflects Christ.
Jun 30, 2024•45 min
With so many different churches saying seemingly different things, how can we know what is true? Find out with us as we study 1 John 4:1-6. The church of John’s day was facing a threat and it was the threat of false teaching. It is not unlike some of the threats facing the larger church today.
Jun 23, 2024•37 min
Have you ever had doubts about your relationship with God? You believe in and trust Jesus Christ, and you are striving to live out your faith in Christ, but doubts still ‘rear their ugly head.’ How do you deal with those doubts? There is only one answer to those questions, and that answer: TRUST IN GOD. The path to assurance in times of self-doubt is trust in God. How that truth works itself out in our life, amidst your doubts, will be the focus of our attention this weekend as we study 1 John 3...
Jun 16, 2024•43 min
Actions speak louder than words! That’s the truth, and that’s the truth John drives home in 1 John 3:11-18. This catchy phrase can be, and has been, used to describe all kinds of behavior in life. It underscores the importance of living out what you believe rather than just talking about it. It encourages people to take action and, in our Scripture study this weekend, it encourages us to ACTIVELY LOVE others. How we do that will be the focus of study and God’s challenge to our hearts....
Jun 09, 2024•32 min
Struggling with life's challenges? Join us as we dive into 1 John and find practical ways to live as God's child, confident and unashamed. Learn how to shift your perspective, embrace your identity in Christ, and hold on to the hope of His return. We are praying that you will be encouraged in your daily walk and leave church with a better understanding of God’s perspective!
May 26, 2024•41 min
Who is the Antichrist? When will he come? What will he look like? Is he alive today? How do I know I will not follow him by mistake? According to the Apostle John, we are led astray by overthinking answers to questions we are not privileged to know. What matters most is for the believer to remain in Jesus – stay with Jesus – keep their eyes fixed on Jesus. All too often in our world, people are more concerned about the Antichrist than Christ – they want to point out every false teacher coming ra...
May 19, 2024•43 min
Welcome to 1 John 2:12-17! These next verses in our study of 1 John unearth the truth about living a double life. They begin with a beautiful description of the life that God gives us in Christ, but they end with a warning. It’s a strong, sobering warning to Christians to flee from the temptation to live a double life in this world. What is a double life? It is a life lived in love with “the world or anything in the world” (1 John 2:15). Join me this weekend as we discover what “world” God is ta...
May 12, 2024•43 min
Last weekend, Pastor Paul taught from 1 John 2:3-6 that obedience, not results, makes the difference in the Christian life. Obedience is evidence of a life changed by Christ – doing what God says we should do. In 1 John 2:7-11, John zeroes in on that one command which he, and Jesus, consider the greatest command – the command to love. This weekend, we will do a deep dive into what it means to love one another. In the process, we will learn how to avoid the temptation to hate and how to escape fr...
May 05, 2024•42 min
Sometimes, the end seems to justify the means in a world motivated by results. Sometimes, believers can ignore sin as long the results appear positive. Not so, John writes, in 1 John 2:3-6. Join us this weekend as we continue our sermon series in the book of 1 John and discover that obedience, not results, makes a difference.
Apr 28, 2024•38 min
This weekend, we will dig into 1 John 2:1-2. As you read these verses to prepare for worship, consider this: God traded places with us when He sent His only Son to die on a cross for our sins. God turned his wrath in punishment toward himself so he could turn his mercy in forgiveness toward us! This is amazing love! cbHr5ftAk7FSQs2oChWn
Apr 21, 2024•41 min
