Grace Hill Church - Collierville, TN

In a world overflowing with choices, allegiances, and competing voices, what does it mean to confess, "We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth"? This week, we explore the first article of the Nicene Creed and the invitation it offers us to re-anchor our lives in the one true God. Left to ourselves, we are prone to create idols, good things turned into ultimate th...

Primary Sources What is a Christian Anyway?- Glenn Packiam The Nicene Creed- Kevin D. Young The Nicene Creed: An Introduction- Phillip Carey Practicing Christian Doctrine- Beth Felkner-Jones

In today’s teaching, we return to the empty tomb in Luke 24 to rediscover the power of Jesus’ words when everything else feels lost. Through the stories of Bonhoeffer, Polycarp, and the women at the tomb, we’re reminded that resurrection hope doesn’t begin when everything is fixed—it begins when we remember what Jesus has already said. If you’re feeling weary, uncertain, or walking through a valle...

On Palm Sunday, Jesus rides into Jerusalem not as a coming king, but as THE King—humble, unexpected, and unlike anything the crowd hoped for. In this teaching, Jason unpacks how the colt, the cheers, and even creation reveal who Jesus truly is. But five days later, the same crowd that shouted “Hosanna” cries “Crucify him.” Why? Because Jesus refuses to be the King we want—He insists on being the K...

Kara's message this week is from Luke 15-- the story we know as the Prodigal Son. But it's not just a story about one lost son. It's a story about two very different kinds of people-- both equally in need of grace. Kara's message will challenge your assumptions, soften your heart, and help you experience the grace of God in a deeper way-- not just so you can receive it, but so you can mirror it. B...

In today’s teaching, Jason dives into the concept of courage, drawing inspiration from the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz. Much like the lion, many of us know courage is necessary in our lives, but we often struggle to find it. Jesus' journey to Jerusalem in Luke 13 serves as a powerful example of courage in the face of threats, bullies, and the unknown. Through examining Jesus' responses to th...

Who are the people we gravitate toward? And who do we tend to overlook? In today's teaching, we examine Jesus' radical teaching in Luke 6:17-26 to see who is truly blessed in the kingdom of God. While the world values success, wealth, and influence, Jesus flips the script—declaring the poor, the hungry, and the persecuted as blessed. We’ll explore how this challenges our natural biases, the way we...

Today's teaching focuses on Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, as recorded in Luke 4:1-13. Temptation is something we all face, and whether we give in or stand strong, the consequences are real. But how did Jesus resist temptation? And what can His example teach us about standing firm in our faith? Join us as we learn how to mirror Jesus’ overcoming of temptation and find strength to resist the...

This week we are exploring how the voices and influences in our lives—whether they be from social media, newsfeeds, political affiliations, or even friends—shape our worldview and ultimately guide our paths. We are looking at Luke 6:39-49 to help us reflect on how following the wrong voices can lead us into destructive patterns, and how critical it is to intentionally examine the voices that we li...

In this episode of Grace Hill Church’s podcast, we explore one of Jesus' most challenging commands: love your enemies (Luke 6:27-36). This radical, self-sacrificing love isn’t based on feelings but on action—breaking cycles of retaliation and mirroring Christ’s heart. In a culture driven by division and outrage, Jesus calls His followers to embody costly love, not the cheap, conditional love the w...

Ancient views often linked suffering to divine judgment: poverty, captivity, blindness, and oppression were seen as consequences of sin or divine abandonment. But today, we see how Jesus challenged this in Luke 4: 18-27 by proclaiming Himself as the one who came to set the oppressed free and bring healing to all— not just the chosen few. His message was initially met with applause, but this soon t...

 In this conversation, we’ll reflect on how the light of Jesus guides us in three key areas: 1. Spiritual Formation over Ideological Formation – Choosing to be shaped by God's truth instead of cultural trends. 2. Embrace over Exclusion – Reflecting Jesus' inclusive love, welcoming people of all backgrounds into our community. 3. Jesus over Everything – Ensuring that Jesus remains the center of our...

In this special Christmas Eve teaching, we dive into the timeless longing for a Savior. As we await gifts and gatherings, there’s a deeper ache in our hearts for something—or Someone—to break through the darkness. Join us as we reflect on Isaiah’s ancient prophecy of a child who will bring light to our world and salvation to our souls. From the unexpected vulnerability of a newborn to the powerful...

Dec. 8th. 

Living with Hope in Uncertain Times: A Look at Luke 21 In this Advent season, we often focus on the sweetness of Christmas—on the birth of Jesus, the infant in the manger. But in today's episode, we turn to a very different part of Scripture: Luke 21. This chapter takes us beyond the peaceful scenes of Bethlehem and into a challenging, sobering glimpse of the future. Jesus, speaking to His discipl...

Primary Teaching Sources: Foster, Richard. Prayer: Finding the Heart’s True Home . HarperOne, 1992. Kinder, Derek. Ezra and Nehemiah: The Old Testament Commentary Series (TOTC) . InterVarsity Press, 1984. Bird, Michael F. Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction . Zondervan, 2013. Keener, Craig S. The Bible Background Commentary: New Testament . InterVarsity Press, 1993.

Lament is a universal part of the human experience.  Life’s challenges—whether health, financial, relational, or mental—can overwhelm us, but how can we navigate through these hardships in a way that can brings healing and purpose?    In today's teaching, we will draw from the book of Nehemiah to see how lament can lead us from heartbreak to hope.  If you are currently walking through hardship and...

Today, we are studying Nehemiah’s heartfelt response to a broken world.  It's the year 430 BC, and Nehemiah is serving as a cupbearer to the Persian king in the capital city of Susa. The exiles have returned to Jerusalem, but the city’s walls are still in ruins, leaving the people vulnerable to attack.  Nehemiah, though miles away, hears about the devastation and is deeply moved. He could have sta...

Join us on our podcast as we continue series " The Heart Of The Church" with this episode on Listening. Have you ever been in a conversation with someone and walked away feeling like you were really heard and understood? As humans, listening is important, but as followers of Jesus, listening to others is vital. Don't miss this insightful conversation that will draw you closer to Jesus and the lost...

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Teaching Text: Luke 5:27-32 27 After that He went out and looked at a tax collector named Levi sitting in the tax office, and He said to him, “Follow Me.” 28 And he left everything behind, and got up and began following Him. 29 And Levi gave a big reception for Him in his house; and there was a large crowd of tax collectors and other people who were reclining at the table with them. 30 The Pharise...

Outline: 1. Reveal Yourself to Us, God (1-2): A plea for God to dramatically reveal Himself, tearing through the heavens, and making His name known to the nations. Seeking God's presence in the midst of uncertainties.   2. Remember God's Good Deeds (3-4): Recounting the awesome things God has done unexpectedly. Reflecting on personal experiences of God's unexpected goodness and relating them to Ps...

    Scripture References:   Malachi 3:1-6 Isaiah 40:3; Isaiah 54:7-8; Isaiah 29:13; Micah 6:8 Hebrews 9:14; 1 Peter 1:18-19 Ephesians 1:15-23 Numbers 6:24-26 Episode Highlights:   Anticipating the Messenger's Arrival: Reflect on John the Baptist preparing the way and the significance of waiting for Christmas. Allowing Our Hearts to Be Refined: Understanding God's refining fire and how it shapes us...

Philip Yancey once said, "Grace means there is nothing we can do to make God love us more, and grace means there is nothing we can do to make God love us less." In this captivating episode, we embark on a journey to unravel the profound nature of God's grace. We confront a universal problem—we often strive for satisfaction through experiences, material possessions, self-interest, community, and jo...