Grace Church Stockholm Weekly Sermons

In this sermon from the 'Overcoming Babylon' series, Steve Ferris introduces the Book of Daniel as a guide to living faithfully amidst evil systems that demand total allegiance. He defines the spirit of Babylon as human pride reshaping believers and contrasts it with God's sovereign kingdom, noting how God used a wicked empire for His purposes. Focusing on Daniel chapter one, the message highlight...

This sermon series explores Colossians 4, framing life's challenges as missions to love God and others. The speaker uses historical examples like Tychicus's grueling journey, Onesimus's redemption, and Demas's departure to warn against worldly comfort and spiritual lukewarmness. Key themes include persistence despite weariness, the transformative power of grace over past failures, and the urgency...

This concluding Hebrews sermon contrasts the fearful Mount Sinai with the joyful Mount Zion, where believers gather as forgiven children of a welcoming Father. The speaker uses his Three Peaks Challenge to illustrate this shift from terror to access, emphasizing that Jesus mediates a superior covenant unlike the old legal status. Practical exhortations from Hebrews 13 include loving strangers as a...

Steve Ferris preaches through Colossians 3 and Ephesians 4–6, teaching that our identity is secured in Christ rather than built by culture. He contrasts worldly self-definition with the truth that we are already raised with Jesus, urging a shift in focus from fleeting feelings to heavenly realities. The sermon calls for putting to death sinful behaviors like impurity, greed, and anger, while learn...

James explores the eschatological timeline in Revelation, distinguishing between the end of the age and the literal end of the world. He argues that we are currently living in the 'end of the age,' a period characterized by the reign of the Antichrist and the final judgment of nations, yet distinct from the imminent cosmic dissolution. The sermon clarifies that the current era is defined by spirit...

Steve addresses the difficult tension between God's love and justice, using Exodus 34 and the Book of Job to show that God does not clear the guilty. The sermon balances the assurance of salvation in Christ with the reality of divine discipline, explaining that God cannot coexist with sin and therefore requires a final resolution for evil. Listeners are urged to examine their lives for violations...

Drawing on Hebrews, James explores Jesus as the ultimate High Priest who eternally advocates for humanity. Using personal anecdotes about advocacy and biblical parallels to Melchizedek, the speaker outlines five key attributes of Christ: King of Righteousness, King of Peace, eternal existence, distinction from Levitical lineage, and supremacy over previous priests. Thackeray contrasts Jesus' perfe...

This sermon series through Colossians invites believers to move beyond surface knowledge to a transformative understanding of God's grace. The pastor emphasizes Paul's authority and the essential trio of faith, hope, and love, contrasting worldly happiness with supernatural joy rooted in our heavenly inheritance. Addressing heresies that diminish Christ's divinity, the message argues for placing J...

This sermon introduces a new Hebrews series arguing that Jesus is the supreme revelation of God and the exact radiance of the Father, sustaining all things by His powerful word. The speaker contrasts modern film character building with the direct power of Scripture, emphasizing that Christ is not merely a reflection but the true glory of the Creator who endured physical agony to provide purificati...

This episode explores the question of what it means for something to be alive and applies it to the Christian claim that Jesus rose from the dead. Through reflections on 2 Corinthians 5 and historical context, the speaker explains how Jesus’ death and resurrection offer forgiveness, new life, and reconciliation with God. The talk contrasts worldly expectations with the gospel’s message of uncondit...

This sermon examines a major objection to Christianity: that the church has been responsible for great injustice. Starting with Matthew 23, it explores Jesus’ critique of religious hypocrisy and surveys historical abuses committed in Christianity’s name, from the Crusades and colonialism to sexual abuse scandals.

This sermon explores the biblical story of Job and wrestles with why God allows suffering, outlining its sources—fallen creation, human free will, Satan, and sometimes God’s judgment or discipline—and discussing common theological responses. Enduring suffering requires acknowledging pain, rejecting simplistic answers, trusting God’s greater purposes and holiness, leaning into prayer and community,...

In this sermon, Karin reflects on the last two verses of Psalm 59, showing how David praised God as his strength and refuge while fleeing King Saul. It explores God’s dependable power and unfailing love, urging us to turn to worship and trust in times of fear, doubt, and suffering. It involves admitting weakness, leaning on God’s steadfast love, and supporting one another with compassion and praye...

James explores Jesus’ parable of the weeds (Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43), explaining who the main players are and what the story means for us today. He draws out three practical messages: a call to urgent repentance and evangelism, a reminder to be patient and trust God’s timing, and a message of hope in the promise of salvation and eternal life for the righteous. We invite to reflect, pray, and consi...

In this sermon, Phil reflects on Jesus' parable of the workers in the vineyard, showing how Gods kingdom is marked by unexpected generosity and grace. Using everyday scenes and personal stories, he challenges listeners to abandon comparisons and embrace gratitude, reminding them that salvation and blessings are gifts not earned but freely given.

James Thackeray offers a response to the supposed loss of freedom if one accepts the rule and reign of Christ in their life. What does the Bible say about freedom and satisfaction in life? Why do we need laws and principles from God? Listen in to learn more.

Steve navigates some common doubts about Christianity’s exclusive claim that Jesus is the only way to God in this teaching. He addresses cultural objections (arrogance, religious pluralism, and the history of violence), contrasts works-based “ladder” religions with Christianity’s “rescue mission,” and acknowledges the struggle we may have in accepting "one way" while living in a culture that value...

Today’s premiere of the "Help My Unbelief" series gives a clear, rational case for trusting the Bible beyond circular arguments, explaining how it was transmitted and why it still matters. James outlines five key reasons for confidence: the large number of early manuscripts, high textual agreement, short gaps between originals and copies, support from archaeology and non-Christian sources, and eye...

Our friend, Tom Scrivens, leads Hope Church Ipswich. In this encouraging message, Tom reminds us to live ready for Jesus' return. To understand there is a great reward to pursue in our lives devoted to Christ. And when Christ returns, that reward will be with him. Tom shares a very exciting perspective on the wedding culture of Jesus' day, and it offers new freshness to anticipate that wonderful d...

Steve finishes this series on spiritual maturity, using the seven characteristics of living organisms as a framework to examine our spiritual health. He discusses practices like prayer, scripture, confession, and knowing our identity in Christ. Through it all, love is the predominant sign of growing in the Spirit of God.

James leads us through Ephesians 4, urging us to live a life worthy of our calling by pursuing unity, spiritual maturity, and personal purity. His message highlights humility, patience, and the church's shared hope in Christ. Practical steps talked about here include putting off the old self and putting on the new, speaking truth in love, forgiving one another, and building the body of Christ thro...

Phil Whittall explores the idea of an "architecture of holiness" and how God shapes our lives through time, space, and spiritual practice. Using five building blocks—learn, receive, hear, see, and practice—he encourages us to grow in Christ through Sabbath, community, the Spirit, and intentional habits.

Phil Whittall teaches us about the biblical theme of "God with us" from Genesis through the stories of Abraham, Moses and Gideon, and into the coming of Jesus as Immanuel. God’s presence brings comfort, rest and strength even amid suffering and doubt. We will hear how Jesus and the Holy Spirit make God present in our lives, invites listeners to trust in that presence, and offers a simple call to a...

Andreas Frankner, paster of Korskyrkan sthlm and a missionary with decades of experience, speaks at Grace Church Stockholm about Psalm 126 and God’s promise to restore and bring harvest. He shares testimony from revival in Russia and calls us to pray, sow, and be ready to reap the harvest in Stockholm. We explores themes of sowing and harvesting, the work of the Holy Spirit, and receive a hopeful...

The elders of Grace Church share encouragement about testimony, community care, and the church's plans, inviting members to give and celebrate what God has done in their lives. Phil teaches how meals and hospitality tell the gospel story—especially at Christmas—and urges us to welcome others to our tables as a simple, powerful way to share God’s grace.