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Grace Reformed Church

Grace Reformed Church
Listen to weekly messages and hear inspiration from Pastor Dave Van Netten of Grace Church in Waterloo, Iowa. gracereformedchurch.com
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"The Proliferation of Man & Sin" by Joshua Mulnix, 7/20/25

Join Grace Church and guest speaker Joshua Mulnix (& family) for this service of worship and a message, highlighting the spread of man and sin throughout the earth. How did man spread throughout the world? How did sin spread throughout the world? Enjoy worship led by the Mulnix family and this teaching offering historical perspective and a personal challenge to each of us. Thank you, Josh, for leading and bringing the message while Pastor Dave was away!

Jul 20, 202549 min

An Amazing God by Pastor Ed Baker

Pastor Baker reminded us of God's amazingness, using numerous examples from our world, the universe, and personal experiences.

Jul 13, 202536 min

"Against All Odds" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 07/06/25

Have you ever felt the odds were stacked against you? You faced an impossible situation? If so, this message is just for you! Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave as we consider the story of Naaman and how God worked through him and in his life. Discover four incredible "Good News" truths that will surely inspire and lift your spirit on this Independence Day weekend!

Jul 06, 202530 min

"My Lord is My Life" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 06/29/25

What is your life about? For some, its family, friends, social media, a job, a career, a hobby, or maybe even a secret vice or addiction. Yet, for David, his life was found completely and utterly in the Lord his protector and provider. Psalm 16 inspires us to let God be everything for us as well, finding new and abundant life through Jesus, God's Son! Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service and message of inspiration and hope. May you, like David, become fully alive in God alone!...

Jun 29, 202529 min

"Answering the Call" by Pastor Dave Van Netten

Today Grace Church proudly recognized and honored our four high school graduates, so we focused on the call of "wisdom upon our lives." This message is based on Proverbs 8:1-36. It's not just a message for graduates, but for everyone!

Jun 22, 202527 min

"O Lord, Our Lord!" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 6/15/25

Have you ever pondered the greatness of God? The Psalmist tells us that the heavens declare his majesty and glory! We are small compared to God, yet the Lord crowns us with glory and honor as people created in his image who are to act as God's regents in today's broken world. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for Father's Day and "Sunday in the Park" (in the church:) as we explore these themes based on David's hymn of praise recorded in Psalm 8. Please join us in declaring: "How majestic is the ...

Jun 15, 202530 min

Celebrating God's Grace! by Pastor Dave Van Netten

Today, we celebrated 75 years of God's faithfulness to Grace Church. How good and gracious is our God to us. After all these years, Grace Church is still going strong, touching lives, worshipping God, and impacting our community.

Jun 01, 202532 min

"Witnessing in Power" by Pastor Dave Van Netten

Have you ever seen something so amazing that you simply had to tell others about it? If you have ever done that, you already know what it means to be a witness. That's exactly what Jesus wants us to do. That's what being a witness for Jesus Christ means!

May 11, 202549 min

"Waiting on the Spirit" by Pastor Dave Van Netten

What is a Disciple? If we are going to make disciples, we should know what a disciple is. And before we can make authentic disciples of Jesus, we would do well to be and become one ourselves. Together, we will discover from Scripture the qualities of true disciples.

May 04, 202534 min

"The Great Omission" by Pastor Dave Van Netten

I am always amazed at how people and churches respond to the resurrection of Jesus. How do we react to the greatest event in all human history? We consider what comes after the resurrection.

Apr 27, 202551 min

"Resurrection Revival!" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 04/20/25 (Easter Sunday)

Jesus has risen from the dead! Hallelujah! That's great for Jesus. But what does it mean for me? How does Jesus' resurrection affect my day-to-day life here and now? Join Grace Church for this Easter Celebration Service where Pastor Dave shares four "Good News" truths for our lives that flow from the resurrection of Jesus. May you be encouraged and find revival in your life personally!

Apr 20, 202530 min

"Hope, Heartache, & Heaven" (An interview with Cal & Pam Boeve), 04/13/25

Has life ever 'kicked you in the gut' or thrown you a 'curve ball'? Have you ever had to battle through grief, struggles, or sickness? Jesus was right: "In this world you will have trouble." But he is also right when he said: "Take heart; I have overcome the world." Join Grace Church for this Palm Sunday service in which Pastor Dave interviews his childhood friend, Cal Boeve. Cal was diagnosed with stage four liver cancer and give 6-9 months to live. That was one year ago! And, by the grace of G...

Apr 13, 202534 min

"The Servant" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 4/6/25

I like to lead. I like to be first. I like to be in "poll position" at a stop light. And so does most everyone I know! But being "on top" is not the way of Jesus, nor of his followers. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service of worship and message reminding us of what it truly means to be a Christ-follower. May Paul's words to the Church of Philippi be instructive for us today too!

Apr 06, 202531 min

"Holy, Holey, Wholly" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 3/30/25

What is Lent all about anyway? One aspect of Lent is that behind the scenes and coming of Jesus is a holy God who is perfect and righteous in every way. But we are not; we are sinners in need of salvation. That's where the cross of Jesus comes in. Jesus died to set us free from the power of sin, and to also share his righteousness with us. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this powerfully inspiring Gospel message!

Mar 30, 202531 min

"I Am the True Vine" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 03/23/25

Do you sometimes feel like quitting? Do you ever experience "burn-out?" If so, this message is just for you! Jesus offers words of refreshing and blessing to all who are weary. Join Pastor Dave for this service and message, highlighting the seventh "I AM" statement of Jesus. What does it mean for those who feel they are "withering on the vine?" Come, be refreshed and renewed in the Word with your friends at Grace Church!

Mar 23, 202534 min

"I Am the Way, the Truth, & the Life" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 03/16/25

Have you ever felt lost and confused? You are not alone. Life is hard. And the way before us is not always clear. How do we find fulfillment in life? How do we live rightly before God? In a world of so many options and so-called "experts," what is the truth? Thankfully, Jesus has not left us to wander aimlessly in this world! He articulates a clear path forward to find God, truth, and everlasting life. May this message speak to you and give you hope!

Mar 16, 202538 min

"The Resurrection" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 03/09/25

Have you ever lost a loved one? Do you look around and see only death, destruction, and despair in this world? Do you sometimes feel that you are merely going through the motions? If so, this service and message is just for you! Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this message focusing on the remarkable words of Jesus: "I Am the Resurrection and the Life." Discover comfort for those who mourn, faith for those who doubt, and hope for those feeling despair. It's time to experience a "resurrectio...

Mar 09, 202530 min

"The Good Shepherd" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 03/02/25

Have you ever felt lost in life? Do you ever feel the need for clear direction? If so, join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service of worship and message focused on the fourth "I AM" statement of Jesus from John's Gospel. Explore five "Good News" aspects to the meaning of Jesus' words, "I AM the Good Shepherd." Are you listening to the voice of the Good Shepherd? Can you say with King David, "The Lord is my Shepherd"?

Mar 02, 202531 min

"The Gate for the Sheep" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 02/23/25

One of the most important aspects of flying is finding the right gate on time, but navigating airports can be challenging. There are many so-called "gates" to salvation these days but Jesus says in John 10:7-9; "I AM the gate for the sheep ... whoever enters through me will be saved."

Feb 23, 202534 min

"The Light of the World" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 02/16/25

Are you afraid of the dark? There's a lot of darkness in our world today. It could be the darkness of short winter days and long cold nights, emotional pain and grief, mental despair and depression, or even spiritual demonic attack. If we're not vigilant, the darkness can creep into our hearts and lives. But Jesus said: "I AM the Light of the World." Check-out this service and message by Pastor Dave highlighting five practical and personal ways in which Jesus can light up your life!

Feb 16, 202534 min

"The Bread of Life" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 02/09/25

Are you hungry? Whether it's pizza, a juicy steak, chicken, or a good old-fashioned cheeseburger, we all love to eat! But what about your spiritual hunger? How do you satisfy that? Jesus himself said something truly amazing: "I AM the Bread of Life. Whoever comes to me shall never go hungry, and whoever believes in me shall never be thirsty." Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for the first of Jesus' revolutionary "I AM" statements from John's Gospel. Discover how Jesus himself is the Bread of Li...

Feb 09, 202534 min

"Fully Alive in '25" part 2 by Pastor Dave Van Netten

Jesus said: "If anyone would come to me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me and for the gospel will save it." In part two of "Fully Alive in '25" we discover three things that each of us must die to in order to truly live life to the fullest.

Jan 19, 202526 min

"Fully Alive in '25" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 01/12/25

Are you tired of the same-old routines? Has your life become a series of habits or an endless 'to do' list to complete each week? There's no better time to evaluate your life and make positive changes than at the beginning of a new year. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service and message revealing three steps everyone can take toward becoming more fully alive in 2025. Jesus has come to give us life abundantly. Let us learn how to live into that life!

Jan 12, 202528 min

"Our Love from the Love of God" by Pastor John Wanders

Reading 1 Corinthians 13, this verse is titled "Love" and now I will show you the most excellent way. Pastor John leads us in an exercise of self-examination. The Bible says "Love is patient." Now put your name in the place of the word love. For example, "John is patient always." Starting with 13:4 see how you do .... Listen to this sermon and be renewed and refreshed on how to love.

Jan 05, 202532 min

"Sharing the Light of Christ" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 12/24/24

There is a lot of darkness in our world, but thankfully, there is also a lot of light. In fact, Jesus is the True Light who gives light to every person. Believers can radiate the Light of Jesus into the darkness around us. May Jesus Christ give you light and brighten your world this Christmas and always! How will you now shine the light of Jesus to others? Merry Christmas!

Dec 25, 202452 min

"Singing Defiantly" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 12/22/24

Do you like to sing? Or would you have trouble carrying a tune in a bucket across the room? Whether you are good singer or not, singing has been a trademark of God's people down through the ages. This service and message highlights four reasons why singing is so important and beneficial for believers. Singing might even be considered an "act of defiance" as we sing of God's Kingdom coming through Jesus in a lost and broken world of darkness. No wonder we love to sing Christmas carols!...

Dec 22, 202429 min

"Sharing Generously" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 12/15/24

What do Elisha, the coming of Jesus, and the early church have to do with each other? How do biblical stories of abundance inform our ability to be generous at Christmastime and all throughout the year? Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this unique message drawing upon lessons of the past to empower our sharing generously in the present. Discover how Jesus' coming to earth means anything is possible!

Dec 15, 202431 min
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