Gratis Church Sermons

Matthew 22:34-46;  Psalm 110   Have you been questioned about your belief in Jesus?   At some point you will be challenged about your belief in God.  You will be tested.   - Jesus is questioned by an expert in the Law of Moses:  Matt. 22:34-40        - The purpose of the question was to test Jesus.  vs 35         - Jesus responds with the correct answer.  vs. 37-40   - Jesus questions those who ha...

Join Pastor Mike and Angie Peavy at Gratis Church this Mother's Day 2025 as they reflect on the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 6:20-22 and the hopeful call of Jeremiah 29:4-7. In this special episode, they explore the sacred role of mothers and parental guidance-how a mother's teaching, bound closely to the heart, leads and protects us throughout life. They also draw encouragement from Jeremiah's mes...

Numbers 11:16-17; 25-29.   Joel 2:28-32.  Acts 1:3-8.  Acts 2:1-4   What does Pentecost mean?       - It means 50.  Year of Jubilee - Freedom, Grace, New Start          - Moses in Numbers 11        - Joel spoke of it Joel 2:28-32   - The Importance of Pentecost:  Read Acts 1:3-8           Pentecost was sent by God according to His sovereign will.           Jesus commanded His followers to wait for...

Luke 24:50-53;  Acts 1:9-11;  John 16:16-20;  John 17:1-5   - The Ascension is very important because of where Jesus is going to and what He is going for.   - Luke describes the Ascension:  Luke 24:50-53;  Acts 1:9-11   The Ascension is important because:      -  Jesus is glorified.  The cloud:  John 17:1-5      -  Jesus is exalted.  He is seated on His throne.  Ephesians 1:19-21      -  Jesus lea...

Luke 24:1-12;   1 Corinthians 15:1-22   Last week:  I asked what would you list as the TOP 5 most important dates in history?   - The Resurrection of Jesus is the greatest news ever.                  - Bad news:  (Matthew 16:21)            - Good news:  (Luke 24:1-12)   - The Resurrection of Jesus reveals God's power.  (1 Corinthians 15:1-11)        - The power of the Gospel. vs.1-4      - The pow...

1 Corinthians 1:18:  John 10:14-18:  Luke 23   What would you list as the Top 5 dates in history?   - The Day Jesus was crucified on the cross.    "For the word (message) of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God."  (1 Corinthians 1:18)   - What did Jesus say about that day?               "I am the good shepherd, and I know My own...

How many of you struggle with remembering things?   - The Point of Remembrance:  (Luke 22:1-13)         Passover was the most sacred feast of the Jewish religious year. (Exodus 12)         Disobedience is associated with the forgetfulness of God.       Obedience is the result of remembering Him.     - The Power of Remembrance:  (Luke 22: 14-20)         The Lord's Supper is a celebration.         -...

Life is lived at the feet of Jesus and is where you can experience UNDISTRACTED DEVOTION in a world filled with DISTRACTIONS.   …remember this… Jesus invites you to experience life to the fullest.  …a life of purpose, joy, and overflowing love.  Will you… Choose Jesus?  Will you turn away from the path you're on and follow Him?  Will you receive Him and believe in His name? Surrender and Trust Jes...

Do you live with an awareness of God's presence?   1.  There is the Omnipresence of God:            - God is everywhere even when you do not experience His presence.          - God's omnipresence can exist without our awareness.          - Psalm 139:7-12:  Where can I flee from God's presence?                    v. 8. Death cannot separate you from His presence.             vs. 9-10. Distance cann...

God desires our obedience, but He does not force us to obey.   - You have a choice:                If you choose wisely and obey, you experience God and His blessings.            If you do not choose wisely and disobey, you experience the consequences.   - Joshua chose wisely and was blessed.  (Joshua 24:15)   - Gideon chose wisely and experienced a great victory.  (Judges 7)   - Moses chose wisel...

Our first ladies breakfast gathering in our new space was a blast! Listen to the message shared with Angie Peavy and Lisa Breedlove on how God loves you, pursues you, and sees you.

John 14:15;  1 John 5:2-3;  Genesis 22:1-18   How obedient are you with . . .   - Obedience is defined as:    "Dutiful or submissive compliance to the commands of One in authority."        dutiful = it is our obligation to obey God.      submissive = it is a yielding of our will to God's will.      compliance = is following a set of rules, laws or standards.      commands = is God's Word.      One...

Pastor Spencer brings a powerful message about the purpose of trials and how perseverance shapes us into who God has called us to be. Life's challenges aren't a matter of if but when —and when they come, they serve as proving grounds for our faith, character, and righteousness. Drawing from the Book of James and the words of the Apostle Paul, Pastor Spencer reminds us that trials are like fire—mea...

What a great time of fellowship at the 2025 Wild Game Dinner.   Guest speaker Pastor Matt Alexander from Fusion Church in Madison, GA shared the Gospel and encouraged us through this night.   Take a listen!

Focus on Relational Needs   Put up picture of 4 animals then put of pick of Doodle dog - Good for nothing   Text:  Philippians 2:3-4; 5-11; 20-21   1.  God has called you to consider the needs and interests of others, not just your own.        Philippians 2:3-4   2.  This is not natural.  Phil. 2:20-21   3.  It is supernatural.  Phil. 2:5-11   Relational Needs:   - How to Communicate:   - Lion:  B...

Pastor Mike and his wife Angie speak on relationships and learning your strengths and weaknesses with any relationship. Take a listen!   Matthew 22:37-39 Psalm 139:13-14 2 Corinthians 12:9-10   Take the assessment here: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/4-animals-personality-test/    

1 Corinthians 1:9, 10. 12:18;  Acts 2:42;  1 John 1:3   What are your first thoughts when you think of fellowship?   - Fellowship is a core value at Gratis.   - What is Christian fellowship?  It comes from the word, Koinonia, which means participation, partnership, community, communion.   - Christian fellowship begins with a relationship.  1 Corinthians 1:9;  1 John 1:3         - God calls you to...

John 13:35;  Philippians 2:1-4   - Unity is a Core Value at Gratis.   - Why is unity important in our church?  John 13:35.   Philippians 2:1         - Unity is the result of love.        - Because there is encouragement in Christ.      - Because there is consolation (comfort) in love from our Heavenly Father.      - Because there is fellowship of the Spirit.      - Because there is affection and c...

Text:  Matthew 4:18-22;  Luke 6:12-13   Have you ever experienced going on a fishing trip?   - Matthew 4:18-22:  Focus on v. 19   - The four men that Jesus asked to follow Him were professional fishermen.   - Jesus said, "Follow Me"          - A disciple is someone who knows and follows Jesus.  (Head)   - Jesus said, "and I will make you"           - A disciple is someone who is being changed by J...

Matthew 5:6. Matthew 6:16-18. John 6:35.  Zechariah 7:4-6. Acts 13:2-3.  Acts 14:23   Have you ever thought about why God made you feel hungry and thirsty?     Jesus said,  "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied."  Matthew 5:6           "I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me will not hunger, and he who believes in Me will not thirst."  John 6:3...

Mark 1:35;  Matthew 4:1-4   Do you like going to meetings?  How many of you have jobs that require them?   - As a follower of Jesus the most important meeting of your day is ____________________.   - Jesus demonstrates the importance of meeting with God.  Mark 1:35            "And in the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went away to a secluded place, and wa...

He Must Increase, but I Must Decrease   John 3:22-30; 4:1.  Matthew 11:2-6;  Matthew 14:1-13   Have you ever met someone who thought the world centers around them?   - John's disciples thought everything centered around John.  John 3:22-26.            - They wanted to hold onto their positions or roles of authority.          - Issues of control, power, envy, and comparison.   - John teaches that e...

The Baptism of Jesus:  Why was Jesus baptized?   Matthew 3:13-17;  John 1:29-34;  2 Corinthians 5:21   Have you ever experienced being baptized?  If so, what is your story?  If not, why?   - John's baptism was a baptism of repentance.  Matthew 3:11   - So, why is Jesus getting baptized?  Matthew 3:13-15;  2 Corinthians 5:21   - The Holy Spirit of God anoints Jesus after He is baptized.  Matthew 3:...

Matthew 11:11;  Luke 1:80;  Matthew 3:1-11   Who is the greatest person to ever live?   "Truly I say to you, among those born of women there has not arisen anyone greater than John the Baptist!"  Matthew 11:11   1.  John - The Man:  Matthew 3:1,4   2.  John - His Message:  Matthew 3:2   3.  John - His Ministry:  Matthew 3:5-6   So what about you and me?  Have you repented and been baptized?   "Yet...