Grace & Peace Presbyterian

The sermon contrasts human reliance on external appearances with God's focus on the inner heart, using the anointing of David as a primary example. It argues that people often seek salvation in political leaders, physical beauty, or worldly power, yet these are insufficient and ultimately disappointing. The preacher identifies Jesus as the true King who, though outwardly unimpressive, possesses th...

This sermon addresses the ordination and installation of new elders and deacons at Grace & Peace PCA, grounding the event in the biblical precedent of Acts 6. The preacher emphasizes that church leadership is a spiritual calling rather than a position of status, requiring both teaching and mercy ministries to function effectively together. Using analogies of combined powers and fruit-bearing trees...

This week we will conclude our study of wise relationships by studying what the proverbs teach concerning marriage. Marriage relationships provide a fundamental pathway for wise relationships in all of life. They can lead us to wisdom more priceless than gold, silver, and ultimately, into eternal life. Conversely, foolish marriages lead us down the path of folly, deeper and deeper into sin and mis...

This sermon, rooted in Proverbs 22:1–9, calls believers to a gospel-centered, wise care for the vulnerable by emphasizing that every person bears God's image and thus deserves dignity, regardless of circumstance. It underscores that God takes personal offense at the mistreatment of the poor, widows, orphans, and strangers, framing such care not as mere social ethics but as a vital expression of fa...

This sermon presents a biblically grounded framework for wise dating, rooted in Proverbs 3:5–8 and the principle of trusting God's wisdom over personal understanding. It reframes dating not as a pursuit of romance, but as a process of building a Christian friendship to evaluate long-term compatibility in social, theological, vocational, and physical dimensions, all within the context of a shared s...

This week we will continue our study of wise relationships by studying wise friendships. Nothing is more natural than making friends. But making wise friendships takes more than merely mastering a set of skills. To build wise friendships, we must cultivate a set of virtues that can only come in the context of following Jesus. Join us as we seek to become followers of Jesus who are transformed into...

This is the ordination service for Rev. Jon Maust and installation as the Assistant Pastor of Grace & Peace PCA of Tulsa, OK. Saturday June 6th, 2026 www.gptulsa.com

One of our new elders, Steve Harden, is preaching on Mark 1:16-20. Looking at what a 1st-century Jewish reader of Mark's Gospel would have understood by Jesus' call to "follow me," and the 21st-century implications of our own call to follow.

Relationships are inescapable. A famous philosopher once said, "No man is an island." As Christians, we know this is true because God created us in his image. He is one God in three persons- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To be human is to be born into relationships. And to be human is to be called to build relationships. God commands us to be fruitful and multiply. In other words, we display the i...

he sermon explored how our hunger for wisdom in relationships can only be truly satisfied when we build on the right foundation—a thriving relationship with God. Drawing from Proverbs 1 and 3, we examined why God must be our foundation for all relationships and how we can make Him that foundation in practical ways. Just as a house without a proper foundation will inevitably collapse, our relations...

Sunday's sermon from Titus 2:15-3:8. As we continue our series on God's blueprint for churches on mission, we explored how Christians navigate the tension of dual citizenship—belonging to God's kingdom while living as citizens in this world. Summary: The sermon explored how the doctrines of grace create Christians of heaven who devote themselves to good works while citizens on Earth. We examined t...

The sermon centers on the transformative power of God's grace and the hope of Christ's return, calling believers to live self-controlled, godly lives in the present age as a response to their salvation and future inheritance. Drawing from Titus 2:11–14, it emphasizes that grace has appeared in Christ's first coming, redeeming believers from sin and purifying them as God's own possession, not for s...

The sermon, drawn from Titus 2:7–10, calls the church to live as a unified household of God, where every believer—whether leader or servant—adorns the gospel through consistent, Christ-honoring conduct. It emphasizes that true Christian leadership is defined not by authority but by integrity, dignity, and a life that models the good works of Christ, thereby silencing critics and glorifying God. Fo...

This sermon, drawn from Luke 24:18–35, centers on the transformative encounter of two disciples on the road to Emmaus, where Jesus reveals Himself through the breaking of bread, symbolizing divine illumination amid spiritual blindness. The passage unfolds as a profound narrative of healing, resurrection, and intimate fellowship, illustrating how Christ's death on the cross atones for sin, His resu...

Summary: The sermon explored Titus 2:1-6, which teaches that when God heals our spiritual sickness and brings us into His household, our conduct should reflect that transformation. Just as marriage creates new responsibilities that fit the covenant relationship, our new relationship with God calls us to live differently. Paul instructs Titus to teach conduct that "accords with sound doctrine"—beha...

What if I told you that the entire Bible—from Genesis to Revelation—is fundamentally about one grand mission? Not a side note or an optional add-on for particularly adventurous Christians, but the very heartbeat of God's redemptive work throughout all of human history. Many of us grow up with certain ideas about what life is supposed to look like. Perhaps we're told to get a good education, land a...

This sermon draws from Isaiah 40 to proclaim that true renewal of strength is found not in human effort or temporary escapes, but in patiently waiting on the Lord, who is the everlasting, unwearying God. It identifies two kinds of weariness—natural fatigue from good labor and deeper, hopelessness born of feeling trapped by human limitations—and contrasts them with the divine source of strength, wh...

In this sermon, we explore what it means to walk in renewed obedience to God. Even when we've drifted, delayed, or grown spiritually dull, the Lord is faithful to call His people back. This message is a reminder that obedience isn't about perfection — it's about surrender, repentance, and returning to the voice of God with a willing heart. 📖 Be encouraged, challenged, and renewed as we learn what...

We pray you have experienced the renewing power of the Holy Spirit through our renewal initiative sermon series. The positive feedback we received from you has overwhelmed us! The devotionals, small group questions and exercises seem to have really resonated with everyone and helped them internalize the messages. As we pass the halfway point of our Renewal Initiative sermon series, let me encourag...

Worship Info for February 1, 2025 Text: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15; 9:5-15 Title: Renewed Generosity Thank you for joining us on the renewal initiative journey! It's been so encouraging to hear how the Lord has used this study in our congregation already. We've heard encouraging reports from people who love that the curriculum aligns for all ages and stages, that the devotional gives them a guide for me...