Grace Fellowship Church - Timonium, MD

Why does God care about sex? Is He a kill-joy, a control freak, or a prude? No. He simply understands that one of the most powerful elements of a culture is how it views sex because it touches the core of who we are. Throughout history, God’s original design for sex has been twisted in every possible way. Christians have often been perceived as judgmental and backwards because they viewed sex diff...

The evil one has created confusion in our culture around one of the most basic biblical truths that we were created in the image of God, as male and female.  The transgender movement is rooted in two questions: Where does our body come from and what makes us happy? Culture answers those questions by encouraging people to resolve the tension between biological sex and gender identity by changing yo...

The evil one has created confusion in our culture around one of the most basic biblical truths that we were created in the image of God, as male and female.  The transgender movement is rooted in two questions: Where does our body come from and what makes us happy? Culture answers those questions by encouraging people to resolve the tension between biological sex and gender identity by changing yo...

In our suffering we can question if God is real and wonder if He cares. If God is good and powerful, then why is there suffering? Join us as we walk through the story of Joseph and see the incredible, encouraging way God used Joseph’s hardships to transform him and turn his situation for good. God doesn’t always answer us in the way we expect but knowing that He is good gives us hope. Join us as w...

In our suffering we can question if God is real and wonder if He cares. If God is good and powerful, then why is there suffering? Join us as we walk through the story of Joseph and see the incredible, encouraging way God used Joseph’s hardships to transform him and turn his situation for good. God doesn’t always answer us in the way we expect but knowing that He is good gives us hope. Join us as w...

Questions about heaven and hell are too important to leave to our feelings or assumptions. (Francis Chan) If God is loving, don’t we all go to heaven? The idea of a loving God and the existence of Hell seem to contradict each other. This week, we will see how the solution is found in Jesus and what He does for us on the cross—the place where Heaven and hell meet—for our good. Join us as we put the...

Questions about heaven and hell are too important to leave to our feelings or assumptions. (Francis Chan) If God is loving, don’t we all go to heaven? The idea of a loving God and the existence of Hell seem to contradict each other. This week, we will see how the solution is found in Jesus and what He does for us on the cross—the place where Heaven and hell meet—for our good. Join us as we put the...

There is a fight in our culture over masculinity. In one corner is the argument that men have been feminized and the lack of “real men” is hurting our society. In the other corner is the argument that those celebrated as “real men” are toxic and damaging t o others. So, what does the Scripture encourage men to be? Join us as we discover what healthy masculinity looks like through Jesus’ example!

There is a fight in our culture over masculinity. In one corner is the argument that men have been feminized, and the lack of “real men” is hurting our society. In the other corner is the argument that those celebrated as “real men” are toxic and damaging to others. So, what does the Scripture encourage men to be? Join us as we discover what healthy masculinity looks like through Jesus’ example! 

Can I really trust that the Bible is true? What do I do with the parts of the Bible that seem unbelievable? As the best-selling book in all of history, the Bible has been subjected to centuries of criticism, and it has prevailed because it is full of truth. Written by approximately 40 different authors from various locations and cultures over the period of 1,500 years, the Bible is God’s story of...

Can I really trust that the Bible is true? What do I do with the parts of the Bible that seem unbelievable? As the best-selling book in all of history, the Bible has been subjected to centuries of criticism and it has prevailed because it is full of truth. Written by approximately 40 different authors from various locations and cultures, over the period of 1,500 years the Bible is God’s story of H...

In the Baltimore region, 92% of residents, over one million people, are living without a life-giving church home, and we believe God is calling us to do something about it. For over a decade, we’ve been reaching the lost and making disciples at our Timonium campus, seeing thousands come to Christ and lives completely transformed. Now, we believe it’s time to take what God is doing here and multipl...

On the road to Damascus, Paul was unaware of the magnitude of God’s calling on his life until Jesus revealed Himself in a blinding light. Paul’s unawareness kept him focused on his own agenda, unable to see the greater purpose God had for him. Like Paul, we can miss God’s call when we aren’t tuned in to His voice, consumed by the noise of life or unaware that He’s speaking to us. But God’s call is...

In the story of Martha and Mary, Martha was so consumed with her many tasks that she missed the opportunity to sit at Jesus’ feet and listen to His teaching. Her busyness became a barrier, distracting her from the one thing that truly mattered: being present with Jesus. Like Martha, we can let our overloaded schedules keep us from hearing God’s voice and stepping into His calling. But Jesus gently...

When God called Moses from the burning bush, fear immediately became a barrier. Moses doubted his abilities, questioned God’s choice, and let his insecurities nearly keep him from stepping into the assignment God had prepared for him. Like Moses, we often feel inadequate or overwhelmed by fear when God calls us to something greater. But God’s response to Moses is the same for us: “I will be with y...

Jonah had a calling to reach the people of Nineveh, but resisted because he felt   they were unworthy of God’s mercy. Instead of going to them, he ran in the other direction!  However, God used bold circumstances to lead Jonah back to his mission. Jonah went on to reach Nineveh, and the entire city was saved. Where is God calling you to go?

Jesus encountered a man tormented by evil spirits, living isolated and in chains. He had forgotten who he was, responding, “My name is Legion.” Jesus restored him and brought him back to his right mind. What is controlling your life? Do you know that you are not your struggle? Jesus can break the chains that bind you. Themes: Addiction, control, breaking free, identity. 

What if the thing you’ve been hiding is the very place Jesus wants to meet you? In this powerful message from John 4, Pastor Shea takes us to the ancient well where Jesus had a life-changing conversation with a Samaritan woman—and shows how her story could be ours. Discover what happens when we stop chasing empty wells and start drinking from the one that never runs dry. You’ll walk away challenge...

Fear isn’t something to ignore—it’s something to confront, prepare for, and reframe. Peter’s bold step out of the boat wasn’t foolish—it was faithful. But the moment he took his eyes off Jesus and focused on the storm, he began to sink. Through this powerful moment in Scripture, we’re learning three truths: fear will sink you, fear thrives when we lose focus, and we win the battle over fear when w...

Paul was on a mission when he encountered a storm that shipwrecked him. Despite the chaos, Paul remained calm and hopeful, leading others to safety. Even in life’s worst storms, God’s plan for us remains intact. Are you shipwrecked in your faith? God can still use those moments to bring you closer to Him. Themes: Trusting God in chaos, God’s protection, surviving life’s storms, faith in adversity....

In our culture we perceive every situation through the lines of “in-group” and “out-group”. At a football game, who are “my people”? At school, where are my friends? In family gatherings or at work, where are the people on my side of the arguments? Most of the time, we are looking inside of our circle of allies for validation and encouragement while we make every effort to completely ignore those...

Who is the enemy in your world, the person or group of people who lives and acts contrary to your value system? In Jesus’ day, the enemy of the Jews and the Christians was the Romans. In the story of the Roman Centurion, Jesus finds pure faith in an unexpected place. Understanding the chain of command, the Roman Centurion believes that Jesus can heal his servant even from a distance just by speaki...

Have you ever felt unworthy of someone’s love or attention? Our sense of self-worth can be dictated by our own past sin or by how we perceive that others see us. This was the case with Saul, the Pharisee who relentlessly murdered Christians in the name of upholding the Jewish law. Upon encountering the risen Christ, his life is radically changed. As God speaks a new identity into his life, Saul be...

Have you ever feared a serious diagnosis? Sickness can come with physical as well as social implications, and that was the case with leprosy in the ancient world—it was not only a death sentence, leprosy also led to exclusion and isolation. Naaman was a very highly respected commander of the Syrian army who had earned the applause of the world with his success, but he was also a repulsive leper. U...

Have you ever felt desperate? Whether you need help in finances, provision, health, or any other area of life, desperation can lead you to do unusual and sometimes unflattering things. In first-century Palestine, certian medical issues resulted in some of the most vulnerable because they were left without legal rights or a way to provide for themselves. The woman with the issue of blood was so des...