Grace Bible Church Sermons

Speaker: Adam GodhsallSeries: 2 PeterText: 2 Peter 1:5-11Theme: Because Christ Has Given Us Everything We Need for Godly Living, We Must Pursue Godly Living. One: The Pursuit Itself Diligent effort: commanded and enabled In sanctification, we cooperate by God's grace with his purpose to conform us to the character of Jesus. Two: The Pursuit of Godly Living A constant pursuit of... Faith → virtue → knowledge → self-control → steadfastness → godliness → brotherly affection → love Three: The Benefits of Pursuing Godly Living The accomplishment of God's purpose The acknowledgement of saving grace The assurance of full sanctification The anticipation of eternal acceptance For if these qualities are yours... ~ 2 Peter 1:8

Speaker: Dennis Clemons, Dave CaldwellSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Judges, 1 SamuelTheme: Judges and 1 Samuel

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 PeterText: 2 Peter 1:3-4Theme: In Christ, We Have All We Need to Live the Christian Life One: God gives everything necessary for life and godliness... Salvation - repentance and faith for a rescue from sin and to _ Sanctification - God's continued work of transforming us to the character of Jesus Two: ...through the knowledge of Christ... Three: ...as known through the promises... Four: ...so that we can be holy in sinful world. Conclusion Believe that you lack nothing. Pursue knowing Christ. Rehearse the promises. Choose to do right. All things that pertain to life and godliness ~ 2 Peter 1:3

Speaker: Adam Godshall, Randy MaglingerSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Deuteronomy, JoshuaTheme: Deuteronomy and Joshua

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 PeterText: 2 Peter 1:1-2Theme: We must treasure God's gift of knowing Christ.

Series: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Leviticus - NumbersTheme: Leviticus and Numbers

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Luke 24:27Theme: You should know the story of the Bible Part 4 The New Testament (Covenant) One: The Gospels: the introduction of the person and work of Jesus Christ Two: Acts: the proclamation of the person and work of Jesus Christ Three: The Epistles: The explanation of the person and work of Jesus Christ Four: Revelation: the consummation of the person and work of Jesus Christ Conclusion The OT is the anticipation of Christ. The NT is the manifestation of Christ. The Bible is the story of God's purpose in Christ. For all the promises of God find their "Yes" in Christ. ~ 2 Corinthians 1:20

Speaker: Daniel Moorhead, Clark McClurgSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Genesis - ExodusTheme: Genesis and Exodus

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Luke 24:27Theme: You Should Know the Story of the Bible: Part 3 The Books of Prophecy One: The Content Preaching Prediction Two: The Issue = Loyalty To God To the covenant Three: The Function = to prepare us for a perfect prophet with a perfect message. Conclusion Overall, the Old Testament is anticipation. The Old Testament is the anticipation of the person and work of Jesus Christ. For all the promises of God find their "Yes" in Jesus Christ. ~ 2 Corinthians 1:20

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Revelation

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible Overview 2 of 4Text: Luke 24:27 And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning himself.Theme: You should know the story of the Bible: part 2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Understanding Part 2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Beginning with Moses: Bible OverviewText: Luke 24:27Theme: Part 1 - You should know the story of the Bible One: The content of the Books of the Law Law Sacrifices Two: The issue of the Books of the Law Holiness God is Holy and man is sinful. Three: The function of the Books of the Law To prepare us for a perfect priest with a perfect sacrifice. To create a longing for a better covenant. For all the promises of God fine their "Yes" in Jesus Christ. ~ 2 Corinthians 1:20

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Understanding

Speaker: Daniel MooreheadText: Psalm 2Theme: Christ is King in 2026, Act Accordingly ...your kingdom come, your will be done... ~ Matthew 6:10

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ChristmasText: Matthew 1:18-25Theme: Choosing Wisely Is Not Always Easy, but It Is Possible One: This troubled life is marked by difficult decisions. Two: Our righteousness is revealed, exercised, and honed in the valley of decision. Three: We are not without light for our path. Four: God is always at work in our distress for our good and for his glory. Trust in the Lord with all your heart,and do not lean on your own understanding.In all your ways acknowledge him,and he will make straight your paths.*~ Proverbs 3:5-6

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ChristmasText: Matthew 1:1-12Theme: Wisdom Calls for a Life of Worship One: A life of worship begins with revelation from God. Two: A life of worship is sustained by desire for God. Three: A life of worship is marked by humility. Four: A life of worship is expressed by giving to God. Five: A life of worship is expressed by giving to God. We have come to worship him ~ Matthew 2:2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ChristmasText: Matthew 1-2, Luke 2Theme: When Did the Wise Men Come?

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18Theme: You Can Live in Christmas-Promised Peace One: God-sourced peace Two: Circumstance-transcending peace Three: Relationally-experienced peace Four: Truth-anchored peace Five: Grace-enabled peace Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Power Part 2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15Theme: Demonstrate Faithfulness by Rejecting Laziness in Your Daily Work Ethic One: Laziness...is a bad influence. Two: Laziness...needs a good example. Three: Laziness...suffers a practical consequence. Four: Laziness...warrants a firm instruction. Five: Laziness...can be exchanged for faithfulness. If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Power

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ThanksgivingText: 2 Chronicles 20:1-22Theme: Your Faith Must Fight with Thanksgiving One: Faith...in the midst of fear. Two: Faith...anchored to God's faithfulness. Three: Faith...in the face of the unknown. Four: Faith...in God's kingdom agenda. Five: Faith...in God's words. Six: Faith...to fight with thanksgiving. Seven: Faith...that produces triumphant joy. "We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you" ~ 2 Chronicles 20:12

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ThanksgivingText: Various PassagesTheme: Praying With Thanksgiving

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be faithful until Christ returnsText: 2 Thessalonians 3:5Theme: Pray that our hearts would be directed to God's heart Who do we pray this for? For those who are growing, but need to grow more. For those who are facing opposition, but are hoping in the ultimate victory of Jesus. For those who are alarmed by the prevalent evil, but desire to stand for good. For those who are aiming at obedience, but are in need of God's establishing and guarding. Why do we pray this? Because of distracted hearts. Because of wandering hearts. What is the desired outcome of this prayer? To know God's love...and to love him. To know Christ's steadfastness...and to follow him. Conclusion: "Lord, direct _________'s heart to your love and faithfulness."

Speaker: Matt HargraveSeries: ThanksgivingText: Various PassagesTheme: Lessons from the Leaf

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 3:3-4Theme: The Lord is faithful. Because the Lord is faithful... One: ...You can rightly view a faithless culture. Two: ...You can firmly stand in your faith. Three: ...You cdan confidently rest in the Lord's keeping. Four: ...You can faithfully live in biblical obedience. ...but the Lord is faithful. He will establish you... ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:3

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Agendas Part 2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalnonians 3:1-2Theme: Faithfulness in spreading the truth 4 Questions that call for Faithfulness in spreading Truth Question 1: Are you embracing—by conviction—the necessity of prayer? Question 2: Are you communicating—by word and walk—the authority of God's Truth? Question 3: Are you hoping—by God's promise—in the gospel's life-transforming power? Question 4: Are you ready—by God's grace—to face opposition? ...pray...that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored... ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Agendas

Speaker: Daniel MooreheadSeries: Reformation SundayText: 1 Kings 16:29-33; 17:1-5; 18:20-41; 19:17-18Theme: Faithfulness: Our Roles May Vary One: Look at a stage set with sin. Two: Look at four faithful roles Three: Look at how we ought to live Moreover, it is required of stwards that they be found faithful ~ 1 Timothy 4:2

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Reformation SundayText: Various PassagesTheme: The Reformation and Church History

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17Theme: Christians Must Be Confident in the Face of Apostasy. One: Clearly see salvation. (What God has done.) You were loved, chosen, & called You were set apart by the Spirit You believed the gospel You share in Christ's glory Two: Firmly believe truth. (What God has said.) Because of your firm foundation... ...keep on clinging... ...to God's revealed word. Three: Boldy pursue godliness. (What God is doing.) Inwardly rejoice in the kindness of God Outwardly reflect the character of God But we give thanks...because God chose you as the first fruits to be saved... ~ 2 Thessalonians 2:13

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Keeping

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 2:9-13Theme: Don't Be Unsettled when Unbelievers Reject Christian Faith and Its Foundation of Biblical Truth One: What is apostasy? to depart; to forsake; to rebel against. Someone who before claimed he was a Christian is now saying he is not a Christian anymomre. Two: A Biblical Anchor: true believers will never fully or finally fall away from the faith. Three: The Biblical Explanation: the realization that a person was never truly transformed by the gospel. The Visible Church = as Christians see it; those who claim to be Christian and give evidence of it. The Invisible Church = as God sees it; those who repent & believe in Jesus as Savior and Lord Examples of apostasy: Judas and Demas Four: What should characterize our response to apostasy? Humility Prayer Truth ...they refused to love the truth and be saved ~ 2 Thessalonians 2:10

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Service

Speaker: Adam GoshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Chris ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12Theme: Amid the uncertainty of the "end times," be faithful until Jesus comes One: You can be certain that the Devil is at work in the world. His work is characterized by deception, rebellion, & lawlessness. The believer is tempted with confusion & concern. The unbeliever is tempted to embrace lies & to enjoy evil. Two: You can be certain that Jesus is coming in total victory. God is in control of present victory. God is control of future vicroty. Applications: Resist evil with holiness. Resist discouragement with hope. Now concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ...let no one deceive you in any way... ~ 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Secret Loves

Speaker: Adam GodshallText: Psalm 23, Jeremiah 23, Ezekiel 34Theme: Shepherding

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12Theme: Jesus is Glorified as Savior and Lord The glory of Jesus as Savior and Lord is... One: ...the past testimony of the church. Do not be bashful about our legacy of truth. Speak boldly. Two: ...the future hope of the church. Do not be bullied by evil in the world. Endure courageously. Three: ...the present duty of the church. Do not be discouraged in the struggle with sin. Grow spiritually. Four: ...the eternal reward of the church. Do not be forgetful of your glory to come. We will celebrate joyfully. To this end, we always pray for you... ~ 2 Thessalonians 1:11

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Various PassagesTheme: Hiding Our Sin

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 ThessaloniansText: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12Theme: The promise of Christ's future coming should influence the faithfulness of our present praying. How can we imitate Paul's model of prayer One: Pray Our prayer should be Constant Our prayer should be Caring Two: Pray with Biblically-defined Purpose That we would be Conformed to the character of Christ That we would be Bold in the pursuit of goodness That we would do what we are called to do in his Power Three: Pray for the glory of Jesus Christ His Sovereign glory; He is Lord His Saving glory; He is Savior To this end, we always pray for you ~ 2 Thessalonians 1.11

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: Secret ThingsText: Deuteronomy 29Theme: Secret Things

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4Theme: God Will Make All Things Right in the End

Speaker: Adam GodshallText: 2 Kings 18-19Theme: When Problems Arise, We Must Take Them to the Lord

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 Thessalonians: Be Faithful Until Christ ReturnsText: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4Theme: Keep Growing - For the Good Of Others and For the Glory Of God One: Keep growing - for the good of others. Model a robust confidence in God Model a robust love for others Model a robust endurance in hardships Two: Keep growing - for the glory of God. Faithfulness is worthy of recognition. Faithfulness is rooted in grace. Faithfulness is cause for praise. We ought always to give thanks to God for you, because your faith is growing abundantly, and the love of every one of you for one another is increasing...and that you are enduring. ~ 2 Thessalonians 1:3-4

Speaker: Various SpeakersText: Various PassagesTheme: Thoughts from the Sing! Conference

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: 2 ThessaloniansText: Overview of 1 ThessaloniansTheme: The gospel will keep working until Jesus comes again. One: Hope in the Gospel of Jesus Christ = the purpose, Church, and coming of Jesus. Two: Hope in the purpose of Jesus Christ. To imitate God; 1:6 To walk worthy; 2:12 To abound in love; 3:12 To be holy; 3:3,7 To be alert; 5:6 Three: Hope in the Church of Jesus Christ. Four: Hope in the coming of Jesus Christ. Jesus is coming back to earth. Until then, believe that the gospel is still turning the world upside-down.

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ForgivenessTheme: Covering Sin in Love

Speaker: Adam GodshallSeries: ForgivenessText: Various PassagesTheme: Forgiveness Q & A One: How do I deal with large offenses where forgiveness is never requested? Leave it to God - Romans 12 Two: What if the offender is dead? No one escapes the justice of God. Psalm 58:10-11 Three: What do I do with someone who takes advantage of my obligation to forgive? Expect fruits in keeping with repentance; Luke 3:8 Four: Is God's forgiveness the same in the OT as it is in the NT? Yes. Forgiveness is always granted on the basis of God's promise of the work of Christ. Five: How should I respond when someone says, "I need to forgive myself"? Steer the focus to understanding how God forgives us in Christ. Conclusions: Be ready to forgive. Psalm 86:5 Trust your God. a. To do good to you. b. To make all things right.