Grace City Church Podcast

In this message, we look at the story of Naaman, a powerful commander who was desperate for healing—but almost missed it because of pride and partial obedience. When Naaman finally followed God's instructions completely—no shortcuts, no edits—he received more than just physical healing; he stepped into a future of transformation and belief. This message will challenge you to stop delaying or diluting your obedience and start trusting that what God asks of you now is the key to the future you've been praying for. God's design for your destiny always requires your full surrender. Partial obedience may seem easier, but it won't unlock the fullness of what He's prepared for you.

John the Baptist lived in the wilderness—far from comfort, predictability, or security. Yet in that unstable and uncertain environment, God raised up a man whose heart was firmly grounded in purpose and truth.  In Saints Like Us, part three, we'll examine John the Baptist's life to see how flourishing doesn't come from avoiding chaos but from allowing God to anchor us in the middle of it. John didn't need the world to be stable—he just needed to be sure of who God was and who he was called to be. When we learn to let God bring stability to our hearts, we can stand strong in any season, just like John.

Character Matters. In part two of our series, Saints Like Us: Solomon, Pastor Andrew dove into a critical truth for every believer: Character matters to God. It's easy to live with divided character—acting one way in public while hiding brokenness or compromise in private. But compartmentalized character leads to cracks in our foundation that eventually impact everything. God isn't just interested in how we show up on Sunday—He's after who we are on Monday, behind closed doors, in unseen moments. When our integrity is whole and consistent, we reflect Christ more clearly and walk in the fullness of His calling. Listen and explore what it means to live an integrated life, where our public faith is backed by private faithfulness—and why God desires wholeness, not performance.

How you see yourself matters.It can be hard to believe, but when we enter into a relationship with Jesus, our identity is transformed — from sinner to saint. In Saints Like Us: Part One, Pastor Andrew kicks off our new series by looking at the life of Moses. When God calls Moses to lead His people out of Egypt, Moses quickly points to all the reasons he's unqualified. But God responds with a powerful reminder: If I've called you, I'll also equip you — and I'll be with you. One of the most incredible truths about God is that He invites us into His work, knowing full well our weaknesses. He designed us on purpose. Your past doesn't disqualify you, and your limitations don't limit Him. When God calls, He also carries.

We all face moments when trusting God feels risky—when circumstances don't make sense, prayers seem unanswered, or the path ahead is unclear. In his message, Trust Issues, Pastor Andrew confronts the struggle of conditional faith and explores what it means to trust God without deadlines or limitations. His message uncovers how unwavering trust unlocks the fullness of God's purpose and power in our lives. If you've ever felt like giving up on what God promised, this sermon will encourage you to hold on, lean in, and let God finish what He started..

Revival doesn't start with just one person—it starts when all of us show up, step into the roles God gave us, and work together. In part five of our A Grace City series - Role Players - Pastor Andrew talks about how we play a unique part in what God is doing through the Church. When we all bring our gifts, our hearts, and our willingness to serve, something powerful happens: unity grows, and revival follows. You don't have to be perfect or have it all figured out—you just have to show up and play your part.

Life can feel pretty heavy sometimes. Between work, family, expectations, and everything in between, it's easy to get weighed down. But Jesus offers us something different — a lighter, freer way to live. In Pastor Andrew's message, "A Light Spirit," from our "A Grace City" series, he explores why traveling light isn't just a nice idea, but something we must do if we want genuine peace. Based on Matthew 11:28–30, we see how Jesus invites us to drop the heaviness and find true rest for our souls.

Pastor Andrew taught part two of his series "A Grace City." In part two, "What We Want To Hand Down," he teaches on Grace City's values regarding leading a church that spans all generations. At Grace City, generational ministry is a central focus—raising up a legacy of faith that spans across ages and seasons.  However, this mission can be challenged by five key issues:• Inconsistency in God's House – When attendance and engagement with the church community are inconsistent, it sends mixed signals to the next generation about the value of God's presence and people.• Repeated Patterns of Sin – Without intentional discipleship and accountability, unhealthy cycles can persist, becoming normalized within families and communities.• Uncommunicated Devotion – Private faith that is never expressed or explained to the next generation can lead to spiritual confusion or indifference.• Unbiblical Traditions – Customs that lack scriptural foundation can overshadow true biblical teaching and misguide younger believers.• Ungracious Responses – A lack of grace in correction, communication, or leadership can push people away instead of drawing them closer to Christ. To truly build a church that ministers generationally, Grace City must confront these barriers with truth, grace, and intentionality—so that faith doesn't just survive, but thrives through every generation.

In our new series, A Grace City, Pastor Andrew teaches a message called The Making Of A Grace City. In his message, he describes Grace City as a place that thrives because it calls out the best in people, nurtures a culture where grace and truth work together in harmony, and offers everyone the chance to rise again after they fall.

God calls us while we're plowing—faithfully working where He has placed us. Like Elisha, we must respond in obedience, trust God's plan without full understanding, and be willing to let go of anything that holds us back. When we plow where we are planted, we position ourselves for God's greater purpose. Plow Where You Are Planted focuses on Elisha's calling and the powerful lessons we can learn from his immediate obedience. God often calls us where we are, and our response determines how He can use us for His purposes. In her message, Plow Where You Are Planted Pastor Christina leaves us with these three points to ponder in regards to walking in obedience: 1.  Everyone wants to be clothed in power, not stripped of self2.  Those who hold onto the least can be used the most3.  You may have to burn some bridges to walk on the one God called you to 

God has called you to a new life, but you cannot step into His purpose while still holding on to who you used to be. Transformation requires surrender—something has to die. In this message, Before And After, Pastor Ryon teaches us to let go of our past selves so we can fully embrace God's divine plan. Whether it's old habits, mindsets, or relationships that hold us back, true spiritual growth requires a death to the old and a resurrection into the new.

Pastor Andrew's message Sunday, When Your Heart Has Been Broken guided us through overcoming a broken heart.  Heartbreak, though painful, holds the potential for profound growth and healing if we allow it to guide us toward transformation. First, cultivate a good memory of what you've learned from the experience—cherish the wisdom gained and the strength you've developed. Be honest about where you are emotionally, acknowledging the depth of your pain without shame. Surround yourself with a personal prayer team who can uplift you spiritually, offering support and encouragement when you're too weary to pray for yourself. As your heart heals, it's crucial to hold on and trust the process, even on the most challenging days. Finally, when God brings you through the storm, take a moment to celebrate your resilience and the peace that follows—because your journey of healing will never be in vain. 1.) Cultivate a good memory2.) Be honest about where you are3.) Build a personal prayer team4.) Hold on while your heart is healing5.) Celebrate when He brings you through 

Surrendering to God is an act of profound trust and humility, recognizing that His wisdom and plans surpass our understanding. It means letting go of control, releasing our fears, doubts, and desires, and choosing to place our lives in His hands. In surrender, we acknowledge that our own strength is limited, but His power is limitless. This submission isn't about weakness but about strength found in faith—knowing that God's will, though sometimes mysterious or challenging, is always for our greater good. It's a decision to trust, even in the unknown, and to seek peace in His guidance, knowing that surrender doesn't mean giving up but rather giving over our lives to a higher purpose. This week, Pastor Hollie Jo's message Lay It Down helps us to understand what surrender means and how it impacts our faith: 1. Surrender is not a sign of defeat - it is a statement of trust2. Surrender breaks the chains of fear of the future and gives you freedom for today3. Surrender leads to an internal transformation

In his message, Let It Burn, Pastor Andrew encourages us to recognize and nurture the deep, burning desire within us to fulfill the purpose God has placed on our hearts. He reminds us that these desires are not random but divinely inspired, calling us to act with passion and perseverance in pursuit of what God has entrusted to us. By paying attention to these inner longings, we allow the fire of God's purpose to ignite our actions and guide us toward a life of fulfillment and impact. Pastor Andrew emphasizes that this spiritual fire, if tended to, can lead to extraordinary transformation, both within ourselves and in the world around us.

In part six of our I'm Believing For It series, Pastor Andrew dives into the crucial topic of recognizing growth in our faith journey. He highlights that spiritual growth is often a gradual process, and the subtle changes within us may not always be immediately apparent. To help us identify this growth, Pastor Andrew outlines four key signs that show we are becoming new creations in Christ:A new point of originA new frame of referenceA new sensibilityA new way of scoringHe reassures us that even during times of challenge or doubt, growth is still taking place as we lean into God's promises and trust in His guidance. This powerful message encourages believers to celebrate their progress and remain steadfast in the ongoing process of becoming more like Christ.

Best-selling author, speaker, and activist Christine Caine delivered a message challenging us to examine our hearts and ask whether we are living as true believers or as unbelieving believers—claiming faith but lacking trust in God's power.  The message reminded us that in today's culture, it's easy to settle into comfort and fear, hesitating to step into the bold calling God has placed on our lives. Too often, we believe in God, but we don't truly believe God—His promises, His power, and His plan for our lives. Yet, true faith requires action, courage, and a willingness to take risks, even when the outcome is uncertain. We were encouraged to stop playing it safe and start living with the kind of belief that moves mountains.  The question was posed: Will we amaze God with our faith or with our unbelief? Just as Scripture shows how Jesus was amazed by both great faith and the lack of it, we were reminded that our response to His call will either inspire His joy or His heartbreak. It's time to step out, trust Him fully, and live a life that testifies to our belief in His promises.

Pastor Tyler Johnson, Lead Pastor of Mission Church, joined us on Sunday and preached a message titled Why So Much Wine? His message from the book of John centered on Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana, where he turned six large jars of water into wine. Pastor Tyler spoke insight and wisdom into why Jesus' first miracle was to "fix a catering mistake." He reminded us that when we fall short, are quick to settle or miss-calculate how sin affects us, Jesus can turn our water into wine. He can take our broken things and make them whole. Jesus saves the best "wine" for the end. He always has our best in mind.

Pastor Andrew taught part five of our I'm Believing For It series on Sunday. In his message, My Pain Can Serve A Purpose, he teaches about filtering our pain through God's sovereignty. He says, "There is little in life that is as important as how you filter your pain."  Teaching from the story of Joseph in Genesis 45, he describes how Joseph recognized that everything he went through, being thrown in a pit by his brothers, sold into slavery, and falsely imprisoned, was a setup for God's purpose and plan for his life. So often, we get stuck in our pain, but if we process our pain with God and allow Him to heal us, He can give purpose to it. 

Pastor Christina Gard taught part four of our I'm Believing For It series on Sunday. In her message, The Fruit of Belief, she helps clarify the part we play in allowing God to work in our lives. She taught that we have to move in the natural for God to move in the supernatural. She left us with three statements related to our belief system:1. Beliefs that don't move us to action are just thoughts in our heads.2.  My belief determines where I spend eternity, and my behavior determines how.3. What I do is louder than what I say.

In part three of our I'm Believing For It series, Pastor Andrew's message, Even When I Can't Really See It, he teaches about how we demonstrate our faith when we believe for things we can't see, can't do on our own, and often, have to wait for patiently.

In part one of our "I'm Believing For It" series, Pastor Andrew encourages us to take God at His word and pray boldly and specifically for what we believe He is capable of doing.

In part three of our Light Of The World Series, Pastor Christina's message, How I See Others, teaches us to look at others with spiritual eyes so that we can give them the value that God places on them rather than devalue them for the pain they may have caused us.

In part two of our Light of the World series, Pastor Andrew spoke on following the light of Jesus to guide and direct our path.

In part two of our Light Of The World Series, Pastor Andrew's message, How He Sees Me, teaches that God's vantage point is the only one that matters, and if we don't recognize that, we will continually struggle with our self-worth.

This week, we launched our Light Of The World Series. In part one - How I See The World, Pastor Andrew taught how the Light of Jesus gives us vision and clarity to see the path before us more clearly. 

In his message, All The Small Things, Pastor Ryon challenges us to recognize the small habits and how we can adjust to better live out God's calling for our lives.

Pastor Christina taught part three of our "Can I Speak To The Manager?" Series. In her message "Leaving a Legacy," she teaches about leaving a legacy of generosity by storing up our treasures in heaven. She gave us five ways that we can prepare for legacy:• Talk About Money• Prioritize Values• Set Goals• Eliminate Debt• Make A Plan

Continuing in our Can I Speak To The Manager? Series, Pastor Andrew's message, This Is What WE Are Building, emphasizes what we can do as a collective body of believers to accomplish the work of the kingdom. He encouraged and challenged us to think about how our collective generosity will impact this generation and leave a legacy for generations to come of God's faithfulness.

Pastor Andrew launched a new series on Sunday called Can I Speak To The Manager? In part one, he outlines the biblical precedence for tithing and teaches what it means to live a generous life. He reminds us that we are not owners but managers who steward what God has given us. He taught that as managers, we need to carry the heart of God for tithing in these four things:• Consistency (Tithing: The reminder that God is first)• Sacrifice (Carry an overall generous spirit in all areas of life)• Growth (We are going to pass tests and watch the Lord honor His word)• Blessing (The byproduct of godly stewardship - you reap what you sow)

In part six of our Make Me What You Want series, Pastor Andrew Gard helps us understand how God works in us to grow our faith and how His plan is always to finish the good work He started. He encouraged us to look back occasionally, remember how far we've come, and stay focused when we fall short of where we want to go. The goal is to remain on the potter's will and let God keep working in us. 

In part five of our Make Me What You Want series, Pastor Andrew teaches what happens when we drift from the fruit of the spirit.

Pastor Andrew hosted a panel discussion with Pastor Christina, Pastor Ryon, Pastor Hollie Jo, and Nick Ward for part four of our "Make Me What You Want' series. They discussed how the hardships of life have formed them into who they are today and how they learned to grow from their pain rather than let it cause bitterness in their lives.

In “Do Something New,” Pastor Daniel warns us not to let our faith get stuck in a rut and encourages us to be open to learning how to use new weapons to fight our battles.

Pastor Daniel Floyd from Lifepoint Church preaches "A Focused Life." In his message, he teaches that to live a focused life, we need to remember our identity in Christ, remember to forget our past and remember the prize ahead.

In part two of "Make Me What You Want," Pastor Andrew preaches a message called "Getting Older Or Growing Up." In his message, he differentiates between getting older and growing in wisdom.

In Make Me What You Want, Part One, Pastor Andrew preached from the story of the potter and the clay in Jeremiah 18. He taught that our commitment to be shaped by God should be accompanied by how much God loves us.

In part four of "I'm Hanging On His Words," Pastor Andrew's message, "Wheat And Weeds," teaches how our environment can outdo our condition.

On Sunday, Pastor Christina preached part five of our I'm Hanging On His Words series: Rotten Fruit. In her message, she teaches on learning to tame our tongue. She gave us three helpful thoughts to help us use our words carefully:• You don't have to watch what you say if you watch what you think• If you don't heal what hurt you, you will bleed on people who didn't cut you• Once said, your words can only be forgiven, not forgotten

Pastor Jimmy Rollins teaches about hearing God's voice and gives us key things to do while we're training our ears to hear God's voice.1. Don't Miss The Meanwhile2. Worship When You're Weary3. Go To Sleep On It

Pastor Andrew teaches on Biblical reconciliation in part four of our “I'm Hanging On His Words series. He gives us five questions to ask and four steps to take from Matthew 18 from his message, Make It Right. Question For Reconciliation:1.) Am I in a context with this person?2.) Am I being reasonable?2.) How soon can I go to this person?3.) Is my true goal to “win my brother”?4.) Where does/can the relationship go after?  Steps Toward Reconciliation:1.) Go to them (with humility and love)2.) Take someone with you (a mediator who you both respect)3.) Bring it before the church (pastoral leadership)4.) Treat them as an unbeliever

In part three of our I'm Hanging On His Words Series, Pastor Andrew preached The Problem With Worry. In his message, he helps us understand the Fruit of Worry in four key areas:When we worry, we are sharper with those around us in our speech.When we worry, we can't get a vision for our life.When we worry, we go into survival mode, and our integrity takes a hit.When we worry, we get insecure instead of relying on God.

Pastor Andrew taught part two of our I'm Hanging On His Words Series on Sunday. In this week's message, Judge Not cautions us not to sit in God's judgment seat. He teaches from the passage in Matthew 7 about judging others when Jesus talks about removing the log from our own eyes before trying to remove the speck in others' eyes.