Grace Reformed Church

"God & Country" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 07-02-2023.This Sunday's service pays special tribute (led by retired serviceman, Will McCollum) to our country, flag, and veterans. Pastor Dave brings our scripture passage from Mark 12:13-17 which calls us to consider what Jesus said about the tricky relationship between God and country, Church and state.

Ever been charged with taking care of something really important? Truth is, God's people are charged with taking care of the "vineyard" of God's Kingdom on earth! We are to be the "keepers" of the Kingdom, cultivating and stewarding its growth and fruit to bless and refresh others. This is something the early Jewish religious leaders didn't do very well, according t...

"Our Laughable God" by Pastor Dave Van Netten. Hebrews 11:1 says, "Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see." The Bible exhorts us to walk by faith and not by sight. We often fail to see God for who He is. We fail to see the goodness, bigness, majesty, and mystery of God. We fail to see God as the God of improbabilities and impossibilities. Just...

Ever get caught in a storm? Jesus and his disciples were out in boat on a lake when suddenly a storm caught them off-guard. The disciples were freaking out and afraid they would drown. Jesus is peacefully asleep in the middle of the storm. How can we find peace in the storms of our lives? Join Grace Church for this outdoor worship service and discover five practical ways to keep calm in the chaos...

"Sowing Seeds" by Pastor Dave Van Netten, 06-04-2023. Incredibly, Jesus had a lot to say about farming in the Bible. In Mark 4, Jesus shares a parable about the Sower. In it, he talks about sowing seeds, differing types of soil, and the resulting outcomes of produce. Why does Jesus tell his hearers this parable about a farmer? And what does it all have to do with Grace Church? Listen to...

Does your memory ever fail you? On this Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Dave encourages us to remember four amazing things, including "remembering your Creator in the days of your youth." It's a word for graduates and for everyone. Join Grace Church for this musically blended service of worship on Pentecost Sunday and be renewed in the Spirit!

We welcomed Rev. Dr. J.P. Sundararajan, Director of Global Mission, for the RCA. J.P. shares stories of God's working and doing amazing things through ordinary people all across the world. Listen and be inspired.

This Sunday, we conclude our Supernatural Living sermon series with my message, "Living More Victoriously." We've heard some great teachings and learned some good theological truths. But how do we now put it together and live it out in practical ways? In other words, how can we "grow big" and live the supernatural life more abundantly? Join us and listen to learn three prac...

Do you like opening presents? Then, join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service of worship and message in which we unwrap the present of your new heart. Discover four gifts given by God contained in your new heart - gifts that will empower you to live your supernatural life!

We all long for more of God. Yet something keeps getting in the way. The reason we don't experience supernatural living is because sin blocks the blessings of God from getting through. Our sinful nature leaves us completely and utter bankrupt before God. We need help! Thankfully, one of the provisions of God under the New Covenant is a new heart. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave to discover t...

There's one thing every person on the planet has in common. What we all long for is more energy, more passion, more spirit, more love, and more life. Listen to this message and see that God has a "whopper" of a surprise for you!

Every person has a soul. And every soul cries out for something more, something deeper, something higher than all the stuff this world can offer. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave as we consider the cry of your soul. Discover the answer to your heart and soul's deepest question and longing. You were made for eternity!

He has risen indeed! Listen to our worship service this Easter Sunday as we celebrated the greatest event in all human history - the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.!

Many people jump from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday praises. But they are missing a very important and critical component of our Christian faith. The events of Holy Week must not be forgotten as they set the stage and context for Easter. Remember the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus for you in this moving Maundy-Thursday service and message. Discover three important aspects to Jesus' suffering...

Who has authority in our lives? To whose authority do you submit? Are we beholden to the "authority" of others' opinions, the number of "likes" we receive on Facebook, or dead religious rituals and routines? This Palm Sunday, Jesus is challenging us to embrace his authority in our lives.

Are you good at keeping your house clean? Despite my best efforts, I don't think my living room would pass "the white glove test." Today's message is about a time Jesus did some "house cleaning" and highlights five ways the religious people and Jewish leaders were guilty of robbery in the first degree.

Do you have a favorite destination that you look forward to? Jesus looked forward to a destination with his whole life. But unlike a beautiful vacation destination or going to visit the house of someone we love, Jesus' destination was the cross on a hill called Calvary. Jesus' entire life was moving in this direction, even his arrival into Jerusalem. Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for t...

How often aren't we tempted to give up on God? How often don't we feel like giving up on our faith, or on life itself? Perhaps you too have had seasons in your life when you doubted God or wanted to give up on your faith. If so, this message is just for you.  "Don't Stop Believing."

Ever feel trapped, stuck, or beholden to the systems and values of this world?  Asked to work more and more overtime?  Always climbing the corporate ladder?  Addicted to the pleasures of this life?  The Enemy loves to make us hostage to the stuff of this world.  But Jesus pays the ransom and releases prisoners.  Join Grace Church for this service and message and learn...

Have you ever been let in on a secret?  In today's message, Jesus is graciously revealing some "insider information" for you and me.  Information that is privileged and helpful to us while we journey through the hardships of life.

What must I do to experience life - abundant, infinite, and eternal?  In Mark 10, God challenges us to consider the idols of our lives, and to part with them in order to become fully devoted followers of Jesus and thereby experience the abundant life Jesus wants to give you.  Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service of worship and message calling us all to 100% devotion to Jesu...

How's your attitude toward children and youth?  Do you think they should be seen and not heard?  I suppose we've all had times when children have irritated and annoyed us. But there's also a lot we can learn from children. Jesus said, "Unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." This message will challenge, convict, and comfort us as we...

Have you or someone you know gone through the pain of a divorce?  It's not easy as many people can attest to.  So, what does Jesus say about divorce?  What does Jesus teach about marriage?  This service and message based on Mark 10:1-12 will bring a word of comfort and challenge to all - whether single, dating, married, or divorced.  To him who has ears, let him hear what...

Do you believe in sin? Many people in today's world do not. To talk about sin only brings up harmful feelings of guilt and shame. Perhaps it'd be better if we never mention it.  You do what you want; I'll do what I want.  Those are popular notions. But that's not what Jesus taught. Listen what Jesus said from Mark 9:42-50.

Are you contagious?  Hopefully not with the flu or COVID or the common cold, but I hope you are contagious in a positive way.  The Kingdom of God is spreading across the world in seemingly small yet significant ways.  Join Grace Church and Pastor Dave for this service of worship and an inspiring message of hope and encouragement.  The Kingdom of God is contagious.  May we...