Gratis Church Sermons

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...

Isaiah 40:3;  Malachi 3:1, 4:5-6;  Matthew 11:9-10, 13-15;  Luke 1   How do you prepare when you have someone special coming?   The backstory of John:            It was told John would prepare the way:  Isaiah 40:3,  Malachi 3:1, 4:5-6.           Jesus explained to His disciples who would prepare the way:  Matthew 11:9-10, 113-15          The miraculous birth of John.  Luke 1                   - D...

Prov. 4:23 What you allow - HABITS, LIFESTYLE, R'SHIPS - to influence you, DIRECTLY impacts your heart. If you want to change your life, change your habits. If you want to change your habits, GOD must CHANGE YOUR HEART.

Since 2010, God has shown His faithfulness to Gratis Church through countless acts of generosity. From a $100,000 gift to purchase land, to donated labor, materials, and expertise, individuals, families, businesses, and churches have stepped in to meet every need. Each contribution, from building systems to furnishings, reflects God's provision and the selfless hearts of His people. Reflection: Ho...

 Revelation 19:17-21;  20:1-10   Isaiah 65:17-25. 11:1, 6-10   - What is the Millennial Kingdom?   - It is the future reign of Jesus Christ on earth as He sits on David's throne in Jerusalem.     - When will the Millennial Kingdom take place?   - It will take place after the Second Coming of Jesus.  Revelation 19:11-21     - Who will be in the Millennial Kingdom?   - Only believers will enter the...

The Seven-Year Tribulation is a time when God will discipline Israel and judge unbelievers. Scripture confirms two truths: God is in control , and His Word is true . Key Prophetic Events Daniel 9:24-27 and Matthew 24:15, 21-22 describe the Tribulation, divided into two halves. The "abomination of desolation" marks the start of the Great Tribulation. Revelation 5 reveals Jesus as the only one worth...

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18;  1 Corinthians 15:51-52;  Revelation 19:11-16   - What is the Rapture?  1 Thess. 4:17   - to be caught up = rapto, which means to seize, to carry off   1.   At the Rapture: the Church (Believers) will meet Jesus in the air.  1 Thess. 4:17       At the Second Coming:  Jesus will return with His Church (Believers) to the earth.  Revelation 19:14     2.   The Rapture occurs b...

2 Chronicles 34   Lessons for Us 1. Josiah heard the Word of God. 2. Josiah responded to what he heard. 3. Josiah pursued deeper understanding of God's Word. 4. Josiah shared God's Word with others. 5. Josiah rescued his generation.

Are we living in the end times?  The Last Days   If so, how are we to live?   - The disciples asked Jesus, "Tell us when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming, and the end of the age?"  Matthew 24:3     - SIGNS of the END TIMES   - Spiritual Signs:   Matthew 24:4-5   Negative - False prophets, false teachers, false Christ,  Many will be misled.    Positive - Great outp...

What storm are you in right now?   The Big Question in the storm is, "Where is God?"   Mark 4:35-41   - You can be assured of God's presence in the storm.  Vs. 35-38   - God's presence is with you in the storm.   - Jesus is in the boat.    - You can experience God''s peace in the storm.  Vs. 39-40.   - Jesus rebuked the wind and the waves. v. 39 - Jesus rebuked the disciples. v. 40   - God's peace...

Key Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17   Paul continues with his instructions (I Thes. 5:12-22): • Respect your spiritual leaders • Live in peace • Warn the idle • Encourage the timid • Help the weak • Be patient with everyone • Be kind • Be joyful • Pray Continually • Give thanks • Don't quench the Spirit  - Believe the Word • Test everything • Hold on to the TRUTH • Avoid all evil Right in the midd...

Ephesians 6:10-12   30 Day Prayer Challenge September 1-30   - Ephesians 6:10-12   - STAND FIRM = is a military term that speaks of holding your ground while under attack.     - STAND FIRM in the strength of the Lord.  v. 10   - You can be greatly used of God when you acknowledge and admit you can't do something in your strength and ability.   - In Jesus, you have every resource you need to STAND...

Luke 11:1;  Matthew 6:9-13   How comfortable are you praying?  In private?  In public?   - Definition of Prayer:  Prayer is communication between God our heavenly Father with one or more of His children.   All communication involves both talking and listening.   - "It happened that while Jesus was praying in a certain place, after He had finished, one of His disciples said to Him,  Lord, teach us...

Text:  Matthew 16:18;  Ephesians 1:22-23;  Romans 12:4-5;  1 Corinthians 12:13-27;  Matthew 20:28   In Church:  Whose Church is it?  Matthew 16:18   In Church:  What does it mean?     - Church = ekklesia = assembly, "called-out ones"   In Church:  Jesus is the Head of His Church:  Ephesians 1:22-23   In Church:  The Church is the Body of Christ.  Romans 12:4-5;   - You are part of His body.  1 Cor...