Grace City Church

What was Nicodemus hoping to get from Jesus? Why was Jesus’ response to him so surprising? What does this teach us about the Kingdom of God?

What does the wedding feast at Cana teach us about Jesus? Why was this first “sign” so important to Jesus’ ministry?  

What is the significance of the word “logos” and John’s use of it? Why does John start his Gospel account the way that he does?

What should we do when we feel powerless to bring about change? What gives us courage to move forward. What specific lies keep us from embracing the power we have in Christ?

How do we recognize and address the lie that we should see ourselves as self-sufficient people?

How do we know if God loves us? What are the practical implications of being loved by God?

What exactly is a lie? Where do lies come from? Why are lies so destructive?

What is it about Christianity that makes our culture so nervous? Why do some consider Christians dangerous people?

How is it possible that Daniel can withstand the cultural pressure of his day? What keeps us moving forward?

Our God cares more for our peace than we do. David preaches about Peace from the Prophecy of Zechariah, and how we can know Peace with God, Peace with ourselves, and Peace with one another.

What really is joy? How do we have it in difficulty? What role does joy play in the biblical story and in our life in particular?

What can we learn from Jospeh’s example? What are the key elements to receptive faith?

The persistent friend

Luke 10:25-37 (CSB) Jesus shows us how the Kingdom of Heaven is reaching beyond dividing lines by telling us this parable of the Good Samaritan. David teaches  about Context and Cognitive Bias, Priests and Pain, and Love beyond Enemy Lines.

What does Jesus want people to know about the kingdom through this hypothetical scenario of the two sons?

Why did Jesus use parables? What do they teach us about the kingdom of God? What can we learn from the parable of the sower and the seed? How does this parable propel us forward?

What is the role of justice in our life with God? What is biblical justice? What are the central elements to biblical justice. Tim Keller article Brian references: https://quarterly.gospelinlife.com/a-biblical-critique-of-secular-justice-and-critical-theory/

What does it mean to be holy as God is Holy? How can an unholy people exist in the presence of a holy God? And what can we expect in life as a people called to pursue holiness?

Why is it impossible to be spiritually mature and emotionally immature? How do we experience emotionally healthy spirituality? What role do our emotions play?

Why are we so exhausted? King Solomon calls us to realize we are limited, and God calls us to enjoy Sabbath rest.

What role should work play in the life of a believer? What is the danger of careerism?

Why did our current political climate turn hostile? What role does politics play in the life of a believer? Three suggestions to help navigate our unique political climate.

What are we to do about the rampant  ideologies of our day? How have these influenced the church? What is the way forward?

How did our culture move from valuing, “we” to valuing “me”? Why do we not embrace being involved in a loving community? In what ways do we isolate ourselves? How are we suppose to be a loving community?

What is the correct Christian approach to our cultural moment? What is our role and responsibility?