miGraceChurch Podcast

Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount November 1, 2020 The Disciple of Jesus will enjoy the blessing of pursuing God's glory and man's good forever. 1. The intensity of this craving is all-consuming 2. The object of the craving is righteousness 3. The result of the craving is satisfaction » What is your next step in pursuing righteousness? CONNECT WITH US - www.migracechurch.com

Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount October 18, 2020   The Disciple of Jesus Christ will be Characterized by Meekness   CONNECT WITH US - www.migracechurch.com

Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount October 11, 2020   What are two blessings that stem from being Poor in Spirit? 1. Deep Conviction - Brokenness Disciples of Jesus feel deep sorrow over sin. 2. Divine Comfort - Beauty Disciples of Jesus find great deliverance from sin.   CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/

Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount October 4, 2020   Three questions to understand the blessedness of being poor in spirit: › The Blessed are those whose delight is in God › The Blessed confess we are poor in spirit ›The Poor in Spirit have been given the Kingdom of Heaven » Have you admitted your spiritual bankruptcy to God? » What is your next step? » How can we help you take your next step?...

Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount September 27, 2020 What must we grasp to receive the most benefit from the sermon on the mount?   QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION » How should you respond to the message of Jesus the King? » What is your next step? www.migracechurch.com

Highest Praise in Hardest Times September 13, 2020 The LORD is my Maker — Psalm 134 What happens when God's people dwell together in unity — in God's presence? » What moves me to bless the LORD? » Which area or areas do I need to grow in blessing the LORD? » Where do we long to see God's blessing this week? CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/

Highest Praise in Hardest Times September 6, 2020 God is my Father in Heaven — Psalm 133 How can we enjoy the sweet fellowship of Christian unity for life? » What are the differences between unity and uniformity? » What happens when unity is missing among people who call themselves Christians? » God, help me to __________ so that I can encourage unity in my church family. CONNECT WITH US https://m...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 30, 2020 God is my Covenant Keeper — Psalm 132 What is the universal significance of God's covenant with David and Mt. Zion? » What promise of God stirs me up to prayer? Why? » Why do I prioritize (or not prioritize) gathering with my church to worship? » Knowing that Jesus will come again soon — Lord, help me and help our church to...   CONNECT WITH US -  ht...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 23, 2020   God is my Covenant Keeper — Psalm 132 What is the universal significance of God's covenant with David and Mt. Zion? 1. David's Legacy - He exalted the LORD 2. David's People - They worshiped the LORD » What helps me to worship God from Today's study? » How have I attempted to serve God on my own terms? » One step I will take to grow in glorifying a...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 16, 2020 The LORD is my Covenant Keeper — Psalm 132 What is the universal significance of God's covenant with David and Mt. Zion? 1. David's Legacy: He exalted the LORD (v. 1-7) » How does God's covenant with David effect me? » What is my reaction when God tells me "no"? Compare and contrast my response with David's. » Where do I need to grow in my devotion t...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 9, 2020 The LORD is my Hope — Psalm 131 Maturity in the LORD is displayed through our: 1. Contentment of heart (v. 1) Trust the LORD instead of trying harder. 2. Composure of soul (v. 2) Trust the LORD in Trials. 3. Compassion from our lips (v. 3) Tell others of the goodness of God. » What easily occupies my heart and steals my contentment? How should I fight...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 2, 2020 God is my Redeemer — Psalm 130 What do we need from the LORD to have an unshakable confidence? 1. Help (v. 1-2) Be humble before the LORD. 2. Mercy (v. 3) Be honest with the LORD. 3. Forgiveness (v. 4) Be contrite before the LORD. 4. Hope (v. 5-8) Wait patiently for the LORD » When is it most difficult to ask for help. Why? » How have I experienced th...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 26, 2020   God is my Defender - Psalm 129 Three truths to strengthen believers in times of suffering: 1. The wicked inflict pain on the righteous. (v. 1-3) 2. The LORD will preserve the righteous. (v. 4) 3. The LORD will punish the wicked. (v. 5-8)   CONNECT WITH US -  https://migracechurch.com

Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 19, 2020   A person who delights in God as their greatest reward is promised... 1. True happiness (v. 1) Trust & Obey 2. Lasting fruitfulness (v. 2-4) Taste & See 3. Peace and prosperity (v. 5-6) Believe & Pray » What makes fearing the LORD a really good thing? » Why is my obedience directly connected to my fear of the LORD? » How should my life of prayer stren...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 12, 2020 Under the provident hand of God my life becomes eternally significant when I 1. Live with a Divine purpose (v. 1-2) 2. Leave a devoted posterity (v. 3-5) » Does my life look more like striving or trusting? » What am I doing to leave a lasting legacy? » After Psalm 127, what needs to change?   CONNECT WITH US -  https://migracechurch.com

Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 5, 2020   Three responses of the People of God during hard times: 1. Give praise. (v. 1-3) 2. Offer prayer. (v. 4) 3. Trust in God's promises. (v. 5-6) » How have you seen God's ability to turn things around? » What are you praying for right now? » What promise of God can you hold on to as you step out in faith and obedience?   CONNECT WITH US -  https://migrac...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 28, 2020 There have always been two types of people — which one are you? 1. Those who trust in the LORD. 2. Those who do not trust in the LORD. » Those who trust in the LORD are compared to a mountain (Mount Zion). Why is this significant? » When have you felt overwhelmed and how does knowing you are protected by God make a difference? » How have you personally...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 21, 2020 We can trust the LORD with our present and future rescue as we remember: 1. The LORD's presence. (v. 1-2) 2. The LORD's protection. (v. 3-5) 3. The LORD's provision. (v. 6-7) 4. The LORD's power. (v. 8) » What impact does God's presence have upon your daily life? » How have you experienced God's protection in your life? » Who has the Lord provided to h...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 14, 2020   When the LORD is our master we can look to God for His mercy and say with the Psalmist: 1. LORD, I am desperate for you. (v. 1) 2. LORD, We are devoted to you. (v. 2) 3. LORD, Our deliverance comes from you. (v. 3-4) » In what way(s) am I desperate for God right now? » Describe God's mercy. How have I experienced God's mercy in my life? » How can I e...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 7, 2020 When we rest in the reality that the LORD is our peace we will be known by our: 1. Passion for God's glory. (v. 1-2) 2. Praise for God's works. (v. 3-5) 3. Prayer for God's will. (v. 6-9) » Why is it impossible for us to be passionate for God's glory and our own glory at the same time? » What do you find encouraging about the reality that God wants to u...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times May 31, 2020   When we understand that the LORD is our Helper we will graciously: 1. Encounter every trial. (v. 1a) 2. Embrace the tension (v. 1b) 3. Express personal trust (v. 2) 4. Experience ultimate triumph. (v. 3-8) » Why is the Creator worthy of all my trust? » Where does your help come from? »When I encounter trials, where do I tend to look first and why? » I...

Highest Praise in Hardest Times May 24, 2020   If our hope is in the LORD - when hard times come we can: 1. Ask for help. (v. 1-2) 2. Take issue with deceit. (v. 3-4) 3. Long for peace. (v. 5-7) » Are you more likely to pray or complain? » Consider how the faithfulness of the God encourages you in this life? » How well do you deal with the serious evil of slander? » What can you do to help promote...

Four right responses to Paul's conclusion: 1. Look closely at the letter. (v. 11) 2. Listen carefully to the warning. (v. 12-13) 3. Lift exclusively up the cross. (v. 14-15) 4. Live boldly in the grace of Christ. (v. 16-18)

Four right responses to Paul's conclusions: 1. Look closely at the letter. (v. 11) 2. Listen carefully to the warning. (v. 12-13)

If we are Spirit-filled people, then we will be good stewards who are: 1. Generous in our giving. (v. 6-8) 2. Selfless in our serving. (v. 9) 3. Gracious in our helping. (v. 10)