Grand Valley Church

Today we prepare our hearts for Advent by returning to the communion table—the place that unites us, reorients us, and reminds us of what truly matters. Pastor Andrew invites us to slow down, refocus, and lean into three essentials for this season: God’s Word, God’s people, and God’s presence. Through scripture, reflection, and a call to intentional faith, we’re reminded that Christ alone is our s...

In this final message of the Kingdom of Heaven series, Rudy reminds us that God is King —His kingdom is active on earth through His church. Teaching from Matthew 16, he explains that Jesus has given His church the keys of the kingdom —the authority and responsibility to bind what opposes God’s will and to release His blessings into the world. The church isn’t meant to hide from darkness or accommo...

In week 5, Rudy continues our Life in the Kingdom series, exploring what true greatness looks like in God’s kingdom. From Matthew 20, we see the disciples’ struggle for status contrasted with Jesus’ radical call to humility. The kingdom of heaven doesn’t elevate power or position—it exalts those who serve. Jesus himself, the King of all, came not to be served but to serve and give his life for man...

In week 4 of this series Rudy explores Jesus’ parables in Matthew 13 to reveal how the Kingdom of Heaven works in the world and in our hearts today. Though the kingdom can seem small or hidden, it is powerful, alive, and unstoppable—growing wherever God’s Word takes root. We are God’s evidence to the world that His kingdom has come, and His Spirit is producing fruit through His people. Through sto...

Today we celebrated and sent off Matt and Jen Robinson with love and gratitude.  After two incredible years serving as our Worship and Family Pastors, they are stepping into a new season as Co-Lead Pastors at CityGate Church in Stratford. We’re thankful for their obedience, their leadership, their humour, and their heart for Jesus and people. Their time here has left a lasting impact on our church...

This Thanksgiving weekend at Grand Valley Church, we gather as one family to worship, reflect, and share communion. Gratitude begins at the cross—where Jesus gives everything so we can live in freedom. Through worship, communion, and reflection, we realign our hearts, forgive, and surrender again to Christ, our King. “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” In this week’s message from Matthew 6:19–33, we discover that the Kingdom of Heaven is the greatest treasure we could ever find. Everything else fades, but God’s kingdom lasts forever. When we seek His Kingdom first—with our whole heart—everything else we need falls into place.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount wasn’t just beautiful words. It was a radical blueprint that turned the values of the world upside down. The world tells us success, power, and comfort are the path to happiness.   Jesus said the truly blessed are the meek, the merciful, the pure in heart, and even the persecuted. The Kingdom of Heaven is not about fitting in with the world. It is about living under God’...

Join us this week as we start a new series called “Life in the Kingdom: Jesus and the Kingdom of Heaven”.   Jesus’ central message was the good news of the Kingdom of Heaven. In Matthew 6, He taught us to pray “Your Kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” The Kingdom is not far away but present wherever God’s will is done.  Jesus showed this through His teaching, miracles, an...

Dr. S. Brick Cliff , President of Nation 2 Nation Christian University, was our guest. Dr. Cliff was one of the keynote speakers for the Elim Fellowship Canada conference held here September 15-17th.  He reminded us that we are living in the greatest harvest season in history. ‘ Every day thousands are coming to Christ, and God has placed us in this generation for a reason. From John 4, we see Jes...

This Sunday we took a moment to pause, breathe, and simply rest in God’s presence. New seasons often bring busyness, excitement, and even a little anxiety. But the cross reminds us that God has already provided what we truly need. Whether it’s rest, peace, healing, strength, or provision, we find it in Him. At the table of communion we don’t come to show what we’ve done for God —we come to remembe...

The Lord is calling us to the threshing floor, a place of reflection, surrender, and renewal. Just as wheat is separated from the chaff, God invites us to lay down what no longer serves us so that the good seed can remain and flourish. This season, may we have the courage to embrace the crushing, let go of the old, and step into the new He has prepared.

We live in a culture that constantly whispers “you’re not enough” and “you don’t have enough.” But scripture reminds us that godliness with contentment is great gain. When we let discontent take root, it grows into envy, greed, and even idolatry. But when we surrender it to God, He gives us peace, gratitude, and purpose. This week’s message challenges us to trade fear, striving, and comparison for...

Following Jesus isn’t just about standing firm in faith… it’s also about walking with Him in the paradox of everyday life. In Matthew 9–10, we see Jesus call ordinary people to walk with extraordinary authority, to live as sheep among wolves, and to be both wise as serpents and innocent as doves. It doesn’t always make sense but that’s the paradox of the Kingdom. The path of following Jesus will s...

Have you ever walked through a spiritual wilderness? Isaiah 35 reminds us that even in dry and barren places, God is at work. The wilderness is not wasted. It’s where God meets us, realigns our hearts, and leads us onto the Highway of Holiness. He turns deserts into streams, sorrow into joy, and brokenness into transformation. No matter what season you’re in, God sees you, He loves you, and He’s l...

When offense takes root, it derails destiny. This week’s message continues our Unoffendable series with a deeper look at guarding your heart before offense ever takes hold. Drawing from the tragic story of King Saul, we explore how insecurity, assumptions, and jealousy can quietly ruin what God intended for good. You’ll walk away with practical ways to protect your peace:✅ Take every thought capt...

What does it mean to remain Christlike in a culture that’s always changing? In this message, Matt Blyth dives into the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and asks the deeper question: how do we take a stand for God when the pressure is on? You’ll learn how faith survives fire, why biblical literacy matters now more than ever, and how believers are never alone in their trials. It's real,...

Many Christians live with a one-dimensional view of the cross, but what if there's more? In this episode, Rudy teaches us that seeing the cross in three dimensions can change how you live out your faith. It’s not only about forgiveness of sins. It's also about joy, freedom, power, and daily victory. If you feel stuck, worn out, or just ready to grow deeper, this message will remind you wha...

What if you could live a life without being offended? That’s the heart of this week’s message.  Offence will come, but staying offended is a choice. When you hold on to hurt, it binds you. When you give it to Jesus, you're free! Forgiveness doesn't mean ignoring the pain or pretending it didn’t happen. It means trusting God with justice and choosing peace. Unforgiveness can cloud your mind...

Jesus did not avoid death. He walked through it. Because of that, we now have access to His presence, His provision, and His power through the Holy Spirit. We are not asked to avoid death. We are invited to go through it with faith. As we let go of what is broken, God makes space for what is new. Today, as we gather at the table, we reflected on a few simple but powerful questions. What is God ask...

Worship is more than music. It’s a lifestyle of surrender, a posture of the heart, and a daily invitation to encounter God. In this message, Pastor Matt explores how praise brings us into God’s presence—and how worship keeps us there. You’ll discover:• Why worship requires sacrifice• How it changes us from the inside out• What it means to keep God at the center of everything• And how true worship...

This week’s message is all about the power of praise and why it’s often the first step when we feel stuck. Praise shifts our focus, breaks chains, and opens the way for God to move. From Jericho’s walls to blind Bartimaeus laying down his identity, we see that praise isn’t just a song, it’s a posture that invites God in. If you missed it, take some time to listen. It’s a message that meets you rig...

This past Sunday Pastor Ralph shared real life stories of what God is doing in the world through Elim Fellowship Canada.  As we partner with Elim we can know that people in Kenya, Tanzania, Pakistan, Quebec and many other unreached areas around the world are experiencing hope, healing and the gospel!   We’re not just recipients of God’s glory, we’re carriers of it!  Isaiah gives a clear challenge...

This past Sunday, we had the privilege of honouring Ralph and Deb Byma for their 28 years of faithful service at Grand Valley Church. Though Ralph is stepping down from his formal pastoral role at the end of June, both he and Deb remain deeply rooted in our church family and community. Together, they have led with humility, compassion, and unwavering faith, leaving a legacy marked by outreach, dis...

This week at Our Stories we had the privilege of hearing from Katie Stelpstra , Pastor Andrew’s Oma. Her story was full of wisdom, faith, and a deep trust in God that’s been built over a lifetime. What a gift it was to hear from someone who’s walked with Jesus through so many seasons. The morning was a powerful reminder that every story matters. Whether it’s a quiet moment of trust or a major brea...