Not Dwelling on the Past | Isaiah 43:18-19 | 02/01/22 | Peter Bowley
Not Dwelling on the Past | Isaiah 43:18-19 | 02/01/22 | Peter Bowley by Grace Church Bristol
Jan 02, 2022•25 min
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Carol Service: Good News for All the People | Luke 2:8-20 | 19/12/21 | Matt Chapman
Carol Service: Good News for All the People | Luke 2:8-20 | 19/12/21 | Matt Chapman by Grace Church Bristol
Dec 19, 2021•16 min
Beholding the Greatness of Christ this Christmas | Isaiah 11:1-10 | 05/12/21 | Matt Chapman
Beholding the Greatness of Christ this Christmas | Isaiah 11:1-10 | 05/12/21 | Matt Chapman by Grace Church Bristol
Dec 05, 2021•40 min
Priorities in Prayer | Colossians 1:9-12 | 28/11/21 | Matt Chapman
In this message, we explore Paul’s utmost priorities in prayer as he prays that the Colossians would be filled with Christ-centred knowledge and so live out Christ-honouring lives.
Nov 28, 2021•37 min
The Gifts of the Spirit | 1 Corinthians 12-14 | 21/11/21 | Peter Bowley
In this sermon on 1 Corinthians 12-14, we look at Paul’s teaching on the gifts of the Holy Spirit with a particular focus on the gift of prophecy.
Nov 21, 2021•39 min
Celebrating the Work of God in Our Lives | Colossians 1:1-8 | 14/11/21 | Matt Chapman
The first sermon in a new series exploring the book of Colossians. In this message we unpack Paul’s gratefulness for the work of God in the lives of the Colossians and in turn celebrate his gracious saving work in our own lives as well.
Nov 14, 2021•33 min
The Message of Colossians | 07/11/21 | Matt Chapman
In this message we take a journey through all four chapters of Colossians to draw out the overarching themes of this gloriously Christ-centred letter. This message is part of our Read the Bible Together series and also launches our brand new sermon series: ‘Colossians - Complete in Christ’
Nov 10, 2021•35 min
Truth-Inspired Worship | Psalm 100 | 31/10/21 | Peter Bowley
In this sermon on Psalm 100 we explore the Bible’s call to passionate, truth-inspired worship.
Oct 31, 2021•35 min
The Power of the Holy Spirit | 2 Timothy 1:3-14 | 24/10/21 | Peter Bowley
A message on The Power of the Holy Spirit from 2 Timothy 1:3-14
Oct 24, 2021•36 min
From Guilt to Gladness | Romans 14:17 | 17/10/21 | Peter Bowley
What should our expectations be for the Christian life? According to the Apostle Paul, it should be characterised by righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit - it should be characterised by gladness. This sermon explores the journey from guilt to gladness that is ours when we fix our eyes on Christ and the cross. This is the final message in our ‘One Verse Wonders’ series.
Oct 18, 2021•38 min
Overcoming the Fear of Death | John 10:28 | 10/10/2021 | Matt Chapman
We all wrestle with a multitude of fears in life. But no fear is perhaps more universal, more unshakeable, and more paralysing than the fear of death. So how can we fight it? Is there any hope of ever overcoming it? There is through Jesus! And the words of Jesus in John 10:28 powerfully address this chief of all fears with the sure and certain promises of eternal life and eternal security for all who believe and follow him.
Oct 10, 2021•31 min
Doing Christ’s Work In Christ’s Power In Christ’s Way | Acts 1:8 | 03/10/21 | Peter Bowley
To be a follower of Christ is to follow in the ways of Christ, both in terms of our character and our service. But how do we do Christ’s work, in Christ’s power, in Christ’s way? This sermon seeks to answer this most important question by exploring Jesus’ final words to his disciples before his ascension in Acts 1:8.
Oct 03, 2021•33 min
A Culture of Forgiveness and Grace | Ephesians 4:32 | 26/09/21 | Matt Chapman
As people who follow a compassionate and tenderhearted Saviour, what kind of people ought we to be, and what sort of culture should we be cultivating in the church? This sermon explores three vitally important character traits from Paul’s exhortation to the church in Ephesians 4:32.
Sep 28, 2021•38 min
Christ the Tender Saviour of the Bruised and Faint of Heart | Matt 12:20 | 19/09/21 | Matt Chapman
Jesus invites sinners to come to him, but with what kind of heart for them does he invite them to come? How does he feel about bruised, weary and faint-hearted people? This sermon explores the tender kindness with which Christ treats all who turn to him for mercy, grace and help.
Sep 19, 2021•34 min
Promises to Cling To | John 16:33 | 12/09/21 | Nathan Smith
Following Jesus is difficult. The Bible teaches it and our experience in life confirms it. When the going gets tough, Jesus gives us some great and precious promises to cling to. This sermon, from John 16:33, explores the some of last words of Jesus to his disciples before his death - words of comfort, encourgament and hope. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Sep 14, 2021•32 min
The Assurance of God's Love | Romans 5:8 | 05/09/21 | Matt Chapman
Does God love me? Really?? How can I know for sure? This sermon from Romans 5:8 explores the proof of God's love to us in Jesus Christ. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Sep 08, 2021•33 min
The Sufficiency Of God's Grace | 2 Corinthians 12:9 | 29/08/21 | Peter Bowley
In a world where everyone is striving to put forward images of strength and self-sufficiency, how should Christians think about our weaknesses? This sermon, from 2 Corinthians 12:9, helps us understand what they are, where they come from and what purpose God intends for them. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Sep 02, 2021•27 min
Heartfelt Service | Romans 12:11 | 22/08/21 | Matt Chapman
Noone enjoys lukewarm food or drinks. Jesus tells us that we shouldn’t settle for lukewarm hearts and lukewarm deeds either. In this sermon, from Romans 12:11, we discover that genuine love in action looks like heartfelt service towards opthers. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Aug 25, 2021•34 min
The Secret of Contentment | Philippians 4:13 | 15/08/21 | Matt Chapman
We live in a world and a society that is deeply discontent: there's an endless, exhausting rush to keep reaching for more; and it's a battle Christians face too -- every day. In this sermon from Philippians 4:13, we discover the secret to experiencing genuine contentment through Christ. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Aug 25, 2021•32 min
Proper Mindfulness | Philippians 4:8 | 08/08/21 | Nathan Smith
Every second of our lives — sometimes without even realising it — we are thinking. God is concerned about how Christians think and what we think about. This sermon, from Phillipians 4:8, explores why God is so interested in what we do with our grey matter, and how we can think in ways that please him. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Aug 25, 2021•29 min
What To Do When You Don't Know What To Do | 2 Chronicles 20:12 | 01/08/21 | Nathan Smith
We all know that stomach-churning feeling when something happens and we don’t know what to do! In such situations, the story of King Jehoshophat in 2 Chronicles 20 is instructive for us: We are to fix our eyes on God. This sermon explores what it actually means to do that. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Aug 03, 2021•30 min
A Life-Changing Invitation | Romans 10:13 | 25/07/21 | Matt Chapman
What would a life-changing invitation look like to you? They'd be different for all of us, but one thing they’d have in common is that life wouldn’t changed because you simply received the invite. What counts is whether you respond. In this sermon from Romans 10:13 we find the ultimate life-changing invitation. How will we respond? Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jul 28, 2021•31 min
Saving Our Most Priceless Possession | Matthew 16:26 | 18/07/21 | Matt Chapman
What does it profit a man to gain the whole world? How valuable is the human soul and how great a loss would it be to lose it? What can be given in exchange for our souls? In this sermon, from Matthew 16:26, we hear Jesus provide the answers. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jul 18, 2021•33 min
A Life of Faith | Galatians 2:20 | 11/07/21 | Nathan Smith
Sometimes we can mistakenly think the gospel is just an escape route from eternal punishment to eternal paradise; however in this sermon from Galatians 2:20 we see it's so much more than that -- a powerful fact has brought about a powerful reality that results in a powerful purpose. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jul 13, 2021•27 min
The Message of Proverbs | 04/07/21 | Nathan Smith
An overview of the Old Testament book of Proverbs. Part of our Read the Bible Together (RBT) project.
Jul 06, 2021•36 min
The Work of Christ in Heaven | Hebrews 7:25 | 27/06/21 | Nathan Smith
Ever wondered what Jesus is doing now while he awaits his return? This sermon, from Hebrews 7:25, encourages us that Jesus is ever-working to provide daily supplies of fresh mercy and grace for his poor, weak, needy people. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jun 30, 2021•31 min
The Heart Of Christ In Heaven | Hebrews 4:15 | 20/06/21 | Matt Chapman
This sermon, from Hebrews 4:15, shows us that in all his glorious holiness in heaven, Christ is not sour towards his people; if anything, his gracious heart beats more strongly than ever with tender love for them. And in particular, two things stir his compassion: our afflictions and — almost unbelievably — our sins. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jun 22, 2021•26 min
What God Begins, God Completes | Philippians 1:6 | 06/06/21 | Peter Bowley
What a relief! Salvation is not up to you. God is the One who started it, and he is the One who will complete it. He is doing a good work, and it's a sure work. We can rest in his capable hands. This sermon, from Philippians 1:6, is part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jun 15, 2021•29 min
The Message of Titus | 13/06/21 | Nathan Smith
An overview of Paul's letter to Titus. Part of our Read the Bible Together (RBT) project.
Jun 13, 2021•28 min
Fear Not! | Luke 12:32 | 30/05/21 | Greg Cruse
Jesus tells his followers not to be afraid. This sermon on Luke 12:32, from our friend and guest preacher Greg Cruse, explores one big reason why we should not fear: God's love, grace and holiness — all of his perfections — combine to provide the most glorious future possible for his people. Part of our "One Verse Wonders" series.
Jun 02, 2021•25 min
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