Grace Upon Grace

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jason Alligood about the value of studying theology both in the academy and for the church. We aim to show how theology is the life-giving discipline of knowing God that equips the church for faithful Christian living. We also discuss Christian liberty, how those in the church can disagree well, and the importance of theological retrieval for the health of the chur...

Title: Faith on the Watchtower Text: Habakkuk 1:12—2:4 Originally delivered on 18 May 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: God’s Hidden Providence Text: Habakkuk 1:1–11 Originally delivered on 11 May 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this episode, Pastor Eric and I discuss the rise of deliverance ministries and how Christians can discern spiritual warfare through a biblical lens. Looking at Acts 16 and Paul’s encounter with the demon-possessed girl in Philippi, we explore the dangers of both denying and sensationalizing demonic activity, showing how many modern ministries stray from Scripture and exploit fear for profit. Tr...

Title: This Is Amazing Grace Text: Luke 15:1–32 Originally delivered on 4 May 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: The Gospel Matters More Text: 1 Corinthians 8:1—10:31 Originally delivered on 27 April 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this episode, I get to chat with David Zahl about his brand new book, The Big Relief , which explores what makes the message of grace so essential not only to the Christian faith but also to the human experience. In a world that is fraught with weariness, brokenness, and the incessant pressure to perform, the gospel of grace is the counterintuitive announcement of the gift of relief. Dave and I...

Title: What Easter Really Means Text: Acts 7:54–60 Originally delivered on 20 April 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Obstacles, Opportunities, and the Unstoppable Gospel Text: Acts 16:16–34 Originally delivered on 13 April 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this episode, I chat with Philip Nation about how Bible publishers can promote more engagement with Scripture and help stem the tide of biblical illiteracy in churches, and some of the current challenges facing church leaders. Philip also shares his heart for encouraging and shepherding pastors in a cultural climate that is rapidly changing and offers some insight into the unique benefits of Th...

Title: Jesus Meets You in the Storm Text: Matthew 14:22–33 Originally delivered on 6 April 2025 at 5 Stones Fight Club, Inc., Annville, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this episode, Pastor Eric and I discuss how Christians can biblically and thoughtfully navigate the blistering speed of social media and the omnipresence of social media. Similar to stand-up comedians who are constantly mining their lives for material, unchecked social media use can quickly lead to distraction and inauthenticity. Our aim is to think theologically about how believers can engage...

Title: The King Who Lost It All Text: 2 Chronicles 26:1–23 Originally delivered on 23 March 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Grace for Unbearable Days Text: John 16:12–15 Originally delivered on 16 March 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: A Question for the Ages Text: Matthew 16:13–23 Originally delivered on 9 March 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Do It Again, Lord Text: Psalm 85:1–13 Originally delivered on 2 March 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this episode, Pastor Eric and I explore the reasons why systematic theology is so important for the church. Those who study systematic theology will deepen their faith and guard themselves against false teachers. From the prodigal son to the Good Samaritan, we endeavor to uncover Scripture’s deeper truths and challenge biblical illiteracy. Eric is on staff with me at Stonington Baptist Church i...

Title: The Gospel of Grief Text: Lamentations 3:1–66 Originally delivered on 23 February 2025 at Colonial Hills Baptist Church, Taylors, SC For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: The Gospel Moves Forward Text: Colossians 4:2–18 Originally delivered on 16 February 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Life in the Overflow of God’s Grace Text: Colossians 3:12—4:1 Originally delivered on 9 February 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Leaving the Old You in the Grave Text: Colossians 3:5–11 Originally delivered on 2 February 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: God’s Quiet Power in a World Full of Chaos Text: 1 Kings 18:41—19:18 Originally delivered on 28 January 2025 at Good News Club, Inc., Northumberland, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: New Life in the Gospel of Christ Text: Colossians 3:1–4 Originally delivered on 26 January 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this episode, Pastor Eric and I talk about what happens when a preacher’s sermon outline goes from helpful to hazardous. We discuss the purpose of preaching from an outline and why sermons are more like stories than they are like lectures. Eric is on staff with me at Stonington Baptist Church in Paxinos, Pennsylvania, where he lives and serves with his wife, Jade, and their son, Rosco. You can...

Title: The Scandal and Triumph of the Cross Text: Colossians 2:13–15 Originally delivered on 19 January 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PA For more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe