Full Life with Grace Church Wooster

Have you ever encountered someone where it just feels like God could never reach them? You know they've heard the Gospel. You've tried to share your faith with them.  You've invited them to church with you, and yet it just seems like their heart is too hardened. Sometimes we believe that God could ever reach a person like that. But, is that the truth? Is there anyone God cannot reach? Check out this podcast to hear how God can reach anyone, even after a lifetime of resisting. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/-2-D1i2ESt0Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus8:30AM9:45AM11:00AMMedina Campus9:45AMOnline9:45AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Do you feel stifled in your faith? Have you written it off? If you have, maybe you're caught up in the do's and don'ts rather than living in the power of grace from God. Chris and Rachel Franks speak on how they have taken steps to break free from legalism into the freedom found in grace. 

What if you had a second chance at life? Would you take it? In this podcast, we get to hear from our guest, Kelly Lawson, as she shares the story of how she found hope in her darkest season. It's a story of second chances.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/XswZTQ2fYQkCatch up on this Jonah: A Man On the Run series:https://graceforohio.org/series/jonah-a-man-on-the-run/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus8:30AM9:45AM11:00AMMedina Campus9:45AMOnline9:45AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Say good-bye to New Year's resolutions. Instead, learn this self-leadership tip: the 4 Stages of Competence you need to grow and achieve what you value most in life.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/PZP3FfHSs20Catch up on this Turn the Beat Around series:https://graceforohio.org/series/turn-the-beat-around/Check out Dan's book, Authentic Leadership: https://www.dan-owolabi.com/books Want to purchase a copy of Authentic Leadership?  Here's a link: https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Leadership-Lead-Nothing-Prove/dp/1735047309Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus8:30AM9:45AM11:00AMMedina Campus9:45AMOnline9:45AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

When's the last time you extended an invite to someone? Maybe you invited somebody over for dinner or told someone about a movie or show they should watch. The truth is, we extend invites all the time. It's a natural part of our daily life, and yet we sometimes hesitate to extend the most important invite of all: the invitation to the full life that Jesus has for us. Listen to this podcast to gain inspiration, be challenged, and receive clarification on what it looks like to invite someone to church.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/Wf-AgMk8aR0Podcast on How to Pray:https://youtu.be/JRtDfm_nAds Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus8:30AM9:45AM11:00AMMedina Campus9:45AMOnline9:45AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

What if your overall day-to-day mental health could be positively changed with an adjustment of this one simple disposition: gratitude. Pastor Dave Lawson and Pastor Randy Moomaw sit down to talk about gratitude and how even just small changes can make a big difference!Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gY2RVtLLQ1w Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus8:30AM9:45AM11:00AMMedina Campus9:45AMOnline9:45AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Anxiety is the leading mental health issue in the world. Chances are you've felt anxiety at one point or another, and maybe it's even something you struggle with on a daily basis. In this podcast, Pastor David Lawson talks with clinical psychologist Dr. Charles Gibson about anxiety and how to deal with this abounding mental health issue. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/bUnMC7iVNesWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus9:00AM10:30AMMedina Campus9:30AMOnline10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Have you ever felt like you just need a win? Maybe you've felt like life is beating you down and you just need a victory. If you've felt that way, here's some good news: God gives us victory in Christ Jesus. In Ephesians chapter 2, Paul lays out for us three reasons that God has given us these victories. In this podcast, Pastor David Lawson walks us through what it means to live a full life in the victories God has given us. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hS41sBt1c44 Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:Wooster Campus9:00AM10:30AMMedina Campus9:30AMOnline10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

If you're a follower of Jesus, Jesus has equipped you and empowered you to be a loving and gracious spiritual influencer in the lives of people. In today's episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor David Lawson talks about how to pray as a spiritual influencer!Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7oW21rF9S_dk0p64b5c7SjGx56Z9yiJEWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

If you're a follower of Jesus, Jesus has equipped you and empowered you to be a loving and gracious spiritual influencer in the lives of people. In today's episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor David Lawson talks about how to pray as a spiritual influencer!Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7oW21rF9S_dk0p64b5c7SjGx56Z9yiJE Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this:https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

If you're a Christian, the thought of sharing your faith is intimidating. Do I know enough? Can I answer their questions? Will I come across as weird? What if I don't get “it” right? But what if what you think about evangelism is all wrong? What if it's as easy as being… you? Well, it is. In this episode of the Full Life Podcast we talk about what it means for your faith to simply be a natural expression of who you are.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/xwOgvehiwYcHospitality Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hospitality/id1606191051?i=1000583947745https://open.spotify.com/episode/2meSJYybEu822ybPE604mN?si=5797a5933e9040a6Share Story Podcasthttps://youtu.be/P7Bjh8-lSkYWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

We all love hearing stories. Stories connect us to each other, challenge us to look deeper into our lives, or just for sheer enjoyment! We all have a story to tell but, some of us may not be strong or confident story tellers. On this episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor Dave and Pastor Randy teach us how to share our testimony from spiritual death to spiritual life in Jesus! Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Media is consuming our culture and out world. It can be hard to keep up with new tech, apps, trends, and so on. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by it all, why not get a leg up on the ever-changing realm of digital media? On today's episode of the full life podcast, Pastor Dave and Sean Snyder discuss the pros and cons of digital media and some tips for parents to help their kids utilize media better as well. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/3mv2E3Qb9FwWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

We all look to Google to answer our biggest questions. When it comes to relationships, we do just the same! But what does the Bible have to say about these questions that we ask Google? Find out on this episode of the Full Life Podcast.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast here:Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

We tend to feel like we have the weight of the world on our shoulders. There are every day anxieties, struggles, and pressures. What would life look like if we could feel freedom from depression and anxiety? What if we could experience true peace? On this episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor Dave sits down with Tricia Yoder to discuss her life change story, her heart for the church, and her hopes for her family. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/Rl03pxmWDTAWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

In today's episode, we talk about three essential attitudes and behaviors to help you win with your personal finances.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/A9FA2hjvpyQSermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

It's a new year, and with the new year comes new hopes and new resolutions. However, those resolutions can fall short and leave us disappointed! Let's start off the new year right by getting the right perspective on what goals and resolutions should look like. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/TUMNnBdyQZISermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

What evidence is there for Adam and Eve?  Did dinosaurs exist? Do pets go to heaven? Why is there evil in the world? Everyone has questions. In today's Full Life Podcast, we answer these questions and more that you've asked about faith.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/e2gO7L_a7M0Sermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Your prayer life might be missing something. That seems like a strong statement, but it's rare to  know anyone who said they were fully satisfied with their spiritual practice of prayer. In this episode of the Full Life podcast, Pastor Dave sits down with Aaron Justice, Grace Church's Campus Pastor, to talk about what might be the most neglected practice of prayer: fasting. A lot of Christians have questions about fasting. You might be one of them. So, as we continue in our series “You Asked for It,” Aaron will provide you with some great insight and practical next steps, which will benefit your spiritual life.Prefer to watch? Check out the podcast here:https://youtu.be/5Hl2BPzYBRQFasting Resource Here:https://gracechurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/515/responses/newSermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

As a parent, I'm sure you're looking to get better. I don't know any parent who wouldn't appreciate a little help.Parenting is hard. It's exhausting. It's exasperating. And sometimes it's replete with guilt and uncertainty. But, yet, it's very rewarding!Adding to the stress, if you're a Christian parent, you are constantly facing this tension about how to raise kids in a culture that is oftentimes contrary to your beliefs. Yet, you want to parent your kids not just in truth, but also in love and grace.How do you do that? In this episode of the Full Life podcast, I sit down with Grace Church's Kids Director, Tim Boucher. He talks about three important filters you need to help you navigate parenting in today's culture.Be sure to lean it… and take notes. You'll get some takeaways that you can put into practice right away.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast here:https://youtu.be/YLJKeAiULI8Parent Support Videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZexfmLjpEb4&list=PL7oW21rF9S_d8igeK6utCFg1gAdWJU4NFSermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Insecurity leads to anxiety. And many Christians are anxious about their salvation. They wonder if they're really saved. They wonder if that last sin or that bad day put their salvation in jeopardy. The good news is that God doesn't want you to be insecure about your relationship with Him. In fact, He has gone to great links to ensure that you can know for sure. In this episode, we talk about 10 reasons Christians can know for sure they are saved.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/4eyEfU1NuzQSermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

When you're faced with questions about your faith, do you begin to feel anxious? Unsure? Insecure? Is your first response, “Uh oh,” rather than “Yes!” And if you're an “Uh oh” person, your immediate tendencies might not be the best. You might try to avoid the question. You might shy away from answering it. You might get defensive, or feel embarrassed because you don't know even where to begin answering the question.Well before we dive into specific questions, it might be smart to look at what our response will look like.On this episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor Dave and, resident, Micah Boggs are continuing the conversation on how to handle tough question. What should be your approach?  Because how you respond might reveal whether you can be trusted.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/0Cm5OnWD2ocSermon Series Here:https://graceforohio.org/sermon-series/ Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Everyone wants it, but it's so hard to gain. We say we're going to get into a good routine, make good habits, cut out certain foods, yet we go back to the same old habits. What is standing in the way of us getting better? On the final episode of the Exchange the Life You Have for the Life You Want series, Pastor Dave and Pastor Randy are talking about self-control. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/osrJl0mx3vIBreaking Free From Normal Series: https://graceforohio.org/series/break...Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

It can be frustrating navigating tough conversations. People can also upset us. Tension gets high, then all the sudden we can be harsher than we intended. How can be be gentle in a world that says it's okay to push back? How can we stand firm, but be gentle to others? That's what Pastor Randy and Pastor Dave uncover on this episode of the Full Life podcast. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/baYiH89nRn0Breaking Free From Normal Series: https://graceforohio.org/series/break...Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:graceforohio.org

Are you the reliable friend that anyone and everyone can go to at any time? Are you consistent in your relationships and responsibilities? On this episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor Dave and Pastor Randy talk about what faithfulness looks like within our everyday lives. Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/6uXFAHxjMTgBreaking Free From Normal Series: https://graceforohio.org/series/breaking-free-from-normal/Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://www.graceforohio.org (NEW WEBSITE)

We all want to be known as a good person or a person that does good. But what does goodness really look like? On this episode of the Full Life podcast, Pastor Dave and Pastor Randy talk about all things good!Prefer to watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/q4wCHnNilzoCore24 Book:https://www.amazon.com/Core24-Fundamental-Elements-Disciple-Jesus/dp/1674501382/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38TBRLRIPYKE8&keywords=steve+kern+and+nick+cleveland&qid=1660241240&sprefix=steve+kern+and+nick+cleveland%2Caps%2C43&sr=8-1Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://www.graceforohio.org (NEW WEBSITE)

In today's Full LIfe Podcast, we'll be talking about how kindness not only benefits others, but it also nourishes your own soul. It's our fifth conversation on How to Exchange the Life You Have for the Life You Want.Prefer to Watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/DybVVnDBFgkWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://www.graceforohio.org (NEW WEBSITE)

Patience can be hard, especially when people can really test your nerves or things just don't seem to be going your way. We all say we wish we can have more patience... On this episode of the Full Life Podcast, Pastor Randy and Pastor Dave discuss how to practice patience more in your life. Prefer to watch? Check out the podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/3hkRrcqbOYAWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Check out these Links!https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311ehttps://woostergrace.org/next-steps/meet-jesus/Sunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://www.graceforohio.org

It seems as if the world gets more stressful. We look everywhere for solutions, but the stress seems to always come back. Pastor Randy and Pastor Dave sit down and discuss stress management and learning to seek peace in this episode of the Full Life PodcastPrefer to watch? Check out the podcast on:https://youtu.be/he8MYsCS-xMWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Check out these Links!https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311ehttps://woostergrace.org/next-steps/meet-jesus/Sunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://www.graceforohio.org

Hardships, Trials, Frustration, Worry... All of these things can rob us from experiencing joy to the full. On this episode of the Full Life Podcast Pastor Dave and Pastor Randy discuss ways to experience joy even through the struggles.Prefer to watch? Check it out here:https://youtu.be/SL9IQGmT1RgWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://woostergrace.org

Do you have the right definition of love? What is love? Find out how to exchange false love for true love on this episode of the Full Life Podcast. Prefer to Watch? Check out the Podcast on YouTube:https://youtu.be/QddYksHP03Want to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311eSunday Services:9:00AM10:30AMMore Information about Grace here:https://www.graceforohio.org

Today we will be discussing how the Full Life that Jesus offers influences your work and how the full life Jesus offers influences a  business owner.  Our guest today is business owner Bill Buckwalter.

What help does God give you to live out the purpose of your life? That's what we'll be talking about in today's Full Life PodcastWatch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistWe'd love for you to join us for a service Sunday at 9:00am or 10:30am!

You want to change, but you've failed so many times. Is it really possible? And if so, how? We'll answer those questions on today's Full Life Podcast.Watch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistWe'd love for you to join us for a service Sunday at 9:00am or 10:30am!

What do you do when your dreams are dashed? Where do I find hope when everything seems hopeless? That's what we'll be talking about in today's Full Life Podcast.Watch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311e

Do you think God is distant and unapproachable? Do you think He's always mad at you? What if your perception of God is all wrong? What if He's actually inviting you to know Him? What if He's FOR you! Spoiler alert… He IS! That's what we'll talk about in today's Full Life PodcastWatch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311e

We all like stories of heroism. A fireman rescuing a baby from a burning building. A soldier rescuing a wounded comrade. We are especially inspired by stories of men and women paying the ultimate sacrifice for the benefit of another. That's the story of Good Friday. It's about Jesus paying the ultimate sacrifice for you and me. We'll be talking about WHY in today's Full Life Podcast.Watch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311e

If you mess up and no one knows about it, does it matter? No harm, no foul, right? Well, not so fast. The fact is, sin causes grief and pain, both for you AND others. There's no way around it. And full disclosure, Jesus took the brunt of it… head on. That's what we'll talk about in today's Full Life Podcast.Watch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistWant to make a first-time decision to follow Jesus? Watch this: https://vimeo.com/682253484/7de40b311e

Have you ever been falsely accused? Has anyone ever spread gossip, innuendo or falsehoods about you? How do you handle that? How should you respond? That's a question we'll be addressing in today's Full Life Podcast. Watch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistMore Information about Grace here:https://woostergrace.org

No one is immune to difficulty and disappointment. Pain is an equal opportunity offender. How do you respond during the challenging times of life? That's what we're going to talk about in today's Full Life Podcast.Watch the Podcast on Youtube: GraceChurchWoo – Full Life Podcast PlaylistMore Information about Grace here:https://woostergrace.org