Grace Family Church Podcast

Why study the Bible? Our response to every situation will change drastically when we trust God's hand. visit us at mygracefmaily.church

What did the text mean to the Biblical audience? What are the differences between the Biblical audience and me? What is the theological principle in this text? How should Christians today apply this theological principle in their lives?

The scriptures were written to inspire chance in our lives. I've got my Bible... now what? visit us at mygracefamily.church

How did we get the Bible we have today? The scriptures were written to inspire change in our lives. Spiritual fruit is a result of Biblical application. visit us at mygracefamily.church

Sin is always first and foremost against God. Our sin might be personal, but its effects are always communal. Sin has consequences! God takes sin seriously! visit us at mygracefamily.church

In the midst of persecution the early church recognizes the sovereignty of God. The events of our lives don't have to be good for God to be good. We wonder why we don't see God do miraculous things while filling every ounce of our lives with comfort. God does the miraculous when we choose discomfort to show our dependence. The early church shared an identity in Christ. The early church s...

When God shows up, get yourself out of the way and put Jesus in the way. What the disciples believed about Jesus can never be disputed. We exist to establish every person on the foundation of Jesus. Lives are changed in the name of Jesus. Look for opportunities to bring Jesus into your everyday conversations. Pray for Jesus to use this unique season in your life and in the lives of those around yo...

Sometimes God doesn't give us what we ask for... and that's a good thing. We get so used to being blessed we forget the one who blessed us. When we repent we turn from sin and point our feet in a direction to run. What are the blessings you take for granted that should bring joy to your life today? visit us at: mygracefamily.church

Women are sometimes seen as subjugated in Christianity. God created men and women uniquely with purpose and equality. Jesus elevated women in a culture that saw them as less than. Jesus invests in women when the culture said they weren't worth the time. Women were responsible for sustaining the ministry of Jesus. Women were the first witnesses of the resurrection. God created men and women to...

Life is a battle. Whether that battle is simply physical or also spiritual is the question. If we are followers of Jesus we are called to take part in the battle. If we aren't against the devil we are aligned with him or used by him. The god of this world plans to use any means necessary to take as many people with him as he can. How do we know who or what to fight? visit us at: mygracefamily...

How do we know the Holy Spirit is God? What does the Holy Spirit do? The Spirit teaches us, sanctifies us, prays for us and seals us for Heaven. The Holy Spirit is evidence of our adoption as God's children. The Holy Spirit gives us confidence to engage in spiritual warfare. Where do you find your confidence? visit us at: mygracefamily.church

Pastor Andrew explores the biblical truths about what angels really are. From what angles actually looks like to the rolls they play in the spiritual realm as well as on earth. What does the Bible say about how angels are still relevant and could be working in the world today. visit us at: mygracefamily.church

What is spiritual warfare? Life is a battle. Whether that battle is simply physical or also spiritual is the question. Spirituality is a topic many people want to engage in but few people have a firm understanding. We are pretty sure something is out there, we just don't know what. Where do we turn for answers? visit us at mygracefamily.church

Why Jesus? Because Jesus Changes Everything. Jesus is the only God who has ever reached out his hand to you and me. Following Jesus is knowing and trusting the only God who truly knows us. If Jesus changes Everything, then... ? visit us at: mygracefamily.church

Why does a commitment to church matter? There will come a time in your church life where leaving is going to be easier than staying. How do we handle the challenges of church life? It is always easier to be right than to be helpful. Bearing with someone is a willingness to stick with them through their sin, mistakes, and offenses. Growth happens when we choose to stay through the tension. Growth i...

Generosity was a core value of the early church. It is the Biblical model that we support the churches, leaders, and pastors who invest spiritually in us. We give from the top of the stack not the bottom of the barrel. Generosity is a spiritual gift. We are all called to give sacrificially. Some of us are given the opportunity and privilege to give in ways others can't. Do I have to trust God...

Why do we sing? Singing is giving our breath back to God as a sacrifice. From the beginning, singing has been a part of worship to God. Singing connects us to other people and connects what we believe to what we remember. Worship is even more meaningful when we choose to worship through our pain. visit us at: mygracefamily.church

Church can be a loaded word. Gathering was essential in the early church. If you are a follower of Jesus you are a part of the body of Christ. Why the church in the first place? Jesus established the church as his vehicle for the Gospel. Our Christian life would be richer if our understanding of the church was deeper. Why go to church? Because we get to worship a savior who has given us life and p...

The early church was devoted to the teachings of the apostles. The church during the time of Acts was committed to fellowship and they observed communion by breaking bread with one another. The early church was also devoted to prayer. visit us at: mygracefamily.church

God endorsed Jesus through miracles - the restoration of what was broken. How do we understand the arrival of the Holy Spirit today? In order to invite people to Jesus, we need to speak their language. Be the fire someone runs to, not the fire they run from. visit us at: mygracefamily.church

How do we make decisions as followers of Jesus? Surround yourselves with the right people. The ability to make a good decision starts long before the decision needs to be made. Know what God has to say about your decision and pray. Does this decision help or hinder my ability to advance the Gospel? visit us at: https://mygracefamily.church

The book of Acts is historical, missional, and evangelistic. We can get stuck hoping for what once was, what could be, or what we want. Jesus knows how to build His Kingdom better than we do. At some point our admiring has to become inspiring. Will you sit and admire or will you live inspired? visit us at: http://www.mygracefamily.church

Why are we so lonely? As those who bear his image, we were created to exist in community. Individualism and self-reliance have become our idols. We need other people to become who we are called to be. How do we create a deeper community? join a proximity group at: https://mygracefamily.church/proximity-groups visit us at: mygracefamily.church

Sometimes our relationships are nice…but they stay on the surface. Sometimes our relationships are transparent, but they have a look only policy. What we need is relationships of vulnerability. Why does vulnerability help fight loneliness? Visit us at: mygracefmaily.church

As those who bear His image, we were created to exist in community. If God's plan requires community, Satan will always pursue disunity. The biblical community serves and uplifts one another. We all long to belong but we will fight to maintain our autonomy. We cannot live effective lives as followers of Jesus outside of community. visit us at: mygracefamily.church