Grace Fellowship Church - Brunswick MD

SUMMARY In the Lord's prayer, Jesus tells us to pray “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors.” He goes on to say that God will forgive us our sins when we forgive others. This challenging teaching needs to consider what sin is and how God's forgiveness enables us to forgive others.  […]

SUMMARY This sermon series is considering Jesus' instructions on prayer- line by line. This week we looked at what it means to pray “Give us this day our daily bread” When Jesus uttered these words, he wasn’t merely instructing his disciples to recite a rote prayer; he was inviting them into a deeper understanding of […]

SUMMARY This sermon series is considering Jesus' instructions on prayer- line by line. This week we looked at what it means to pray “Give us this day our daily bread” When Jesus uttered these words, he wasn’t merely instructing his disciples to recite a rote prayer; he was inviting them into a deeper understanding of […]

SUMMARY In our ongoing series on prayer, we’ve been exploring the profound teachings embedded within the Lord’s Prayer. This prayer, taught by Jesus to his disciples, serves not only as a set of words to recite but as a profound model for how we should engage in prayer. Prayer, for many, is a complex and […]

SUMMARY Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 on prayer show us that prayer is something that can be taught and it’s something that can be learned. Which means that it can be done the right way and it can be done the wrong way. When Jesus teaches us to pray- he shows us that our prayers […]

SUMMARY Many struggle with prayer due to confusion, perceived lack of necessity, and skepticism about its efficacy. Yet, the Scriptures show that prayer is a teachable and learnable practice, demonstrated by Jesus’ instructions to his disciples on prayer. Understanding prayer is crucial because it reflects one’s view of God. People may approach God as a […]

Prayer is probably the most powerful spiritual discipline for our lives. 94% of people in North America pray, and yet most people have challenges praying. If God already knows everything then why pray? And what difference does prayer even make? As a result many turn to prayer as a last resort.  It's normal to feel […]

SUMMARY Our world view is shaped by how we understand we came to be. There is no basis on science by which human beings have any greater worth or value than a gnat.  But a critical doctrine in Genesis 1:26-27 is that of the IMAGO DEI – or being made in the image of God.  […]

SUMMARY Our world view is shaped by some significant and serious questions; how did we get here, is God real, am I just a random collection of cells? How we answer that impacts everything.  The problem is our human experience probes questions our human experience cannot answer. Everyone fills the gap with faith of some […]

SUMMARY Gratitude is an attractive and powerful characteristic or trait. It’s something that when we see it in others, we wish it were true of ourselves. Gratitude is thankfulness, gratefulness, joy, peace and over all positivity. It’s not only an inward attitude, but it’s an outward expression that others get to experience. People with an […]

SUMMARY Jacob was the grandson of Abraham and was a part of the lineage of God's promise to Abraham. So he was a really significant figure in the bible. But he was also deeply flawed. From birth, he had a “me first” mentality. Throughout his life, he deceived, manipulated and lied to put himself forward […]

SUMMARY Walking by faith means being patient for God to fulfill his promises. Often times we want to take things into our own hands because we want control and we want things done on our own timeline. So we just “help God out a little bit”.  The results are often disastrous.  We see this work […]

SUMMARY Popular cultural views of romantic love insists on someone being a “soul mate” and highly “compatible.” For many, this means finding someone who doesn't want to change them. But in the New Testament, no two people are ever compatible. Because we are all sinners and we all change, we have to learn to love […]

SUMMARY Deeply ingrained into our ideas about romantic love is the myth that once I find the right person, I'll be completed. And so it doesn't matter what I've done or who I am between now and then. All I need is a promise and I don't have to work at becoming the right kind […]

SUMMARY Life is full of enough challenges, and often times we make it more challenging when we make relational decisions that ultimately undermine our relationships. Two myths cause a lot of the confusions.  The right person myth is that once you meet the right person, everything will be all right. The second myth is the […]

Main Idea: The One Relational Principle Text: John 15:1-13 SUMMARY Stories of people falling in love makes for great movies. But falling in love only requires a pulse, staying in love requires so much more. Real relationships are messy and complicated. And many times we make relational decisions that ultimately undermine our relationships. Such decisions […]

TALK IT OUT Read Galatians 5:19-21. Rank the items in this list from 1(least serious) to 10 (most serious). Read James 2:10. How does God see even small sins? Read 1 John 2:1-2 – for those that are sinners, what does Jesus do? According to Hebrews 9:22 what is required for forgiveness? How many times […]

TALK IT OUT When it comes to legitimate hurts, do you tend to dismiss them or be defined by them? What's the danger in each? Read Matthew 18:12-14, and 21-22. How do these surrounding passages help us understand the heart of God when it comes to relational conflict? Read Matthew 18:15-16 – Summarize the steps […]

TALK IT OUT •Of the frustrations in your life in any given week, how many have to do with relationships? •Read Matthew 22:35-40. What does Jesus say is the connection between our regard for God and our regard for others? •Rapid fire, read Matthew 6:14-15, Colossians 3:13, Eph 4:31-32, 1 Cor 13:4-6. What theme emerges? […]

SUMMARY The early church went from massive growth to persecution. That kind of hardship can cause us to think something is wrong with us, or something is wrong with God. But what the enemy intended for evil, God used for good.  Steven was a man full of the Holy Spirit who became the first Martyr […]

SUMMARY The early church exploded with growth and had to figure out how to disciple all these new converts. The actions and values of the early church set an example for us of what a healthy church looks like. Acts 2:42 says the early church was devoted (persistent in the face of adversity) to the […]

TALK IT OUT 1. Read Galatians 5:16-17. What does Paul says is going on in the heart of every believer? What is encouraging about this truth? What is challenging? 2. Should we expect that kind of internal battling? Is it a sign that something is wrong or that something is right? 3. Read Galatians 5:19-21. […]

TALK IT OUT Self-righteoussness often shows up from someone who asserts their moral superiority. How does it feel when you encounter someone who is self-righteous? Read Galatians 4:4-7. The word “redemption” refers to purchasing the freedom of a slave or servant. Imagine what it must feel like to be a slave on the selling market. What emotions […]

•How do you believe someone would grow spiritually? What activities would promote such spiritual growth? •Read Galatians 3:1-3. How would Galatians answer the question? What did they get wrong? •What are some ways we think we are perfected by the flesh? (Vs 3) •How did Abraham become right with God (vs 6). How was this […]

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS •Read Galatians 1:1-9. As Paul begins his letter, what does his mood seem to be? What reasons do these verses give for his frame of mind? •How does Paul describe himself in Vs. 1? What does this verse tell us about what he means by this word? •Read Romans 1:8-10, 1 Corinthians 1:4-7, […]

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  •If you had $30k to do something that delighted your soul and would make your heart sing— what would it be? (It can be ANYTHING) •When you hear or think of “Sabbath”, what images, concepts or notions come to mind? Did you ever grow up observing anything like a sabbath? What did that […]

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  •If you had $30k to do something that delighted your soul and would make your heart sing— what would it be? (It can be ANYTHING) •When you hear or think of “Sabbath”, what images, concepts or notions come to mind? Did you ever grow up observing anything like a sabbath? What did that […]

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  Pastor Scott said that “stuff expands to fill the space allotted.” What area in your home is like his wood shop; always filling up with stuff? If you had an extra 10 hours each day- how would you spend it? Read Hebrews 4:15. Do you think Jesus knows what it’s like to feel […]

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  •What's one song you often get stuck in your head? Any tried and true ways of getting rid of them? •How do you do fulfilling your commitments? When you say you'll be there, are you usually there? How would your spouse/kids/friends answer that about you? •Read, Matthew 5:33-37 (660) – Why do you […]

DIG IN DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  •What is one of your favorite family Christmas traditions? Why is it special to you? •Why do you think it's so difficult for people to recognize the connection between disobedience and disaster in their own lives? •Read Ruth 1:15–19. What reasons may God have had to include Ruth—a woman who wasn't even […]

 DIG IN QUESTIONS  •What is one thing you haven't done that you want to do before you die? Have you taken any steps to do it? Why or why not? •Read Judges 6:11–16. In what ways do you find yourself holding God's plans for your life at arm's length? What causes you to do so? […]

DIG IN Chances are your greatest regret can be traced back to a decision where your body wanted something that your heart knew was wrong. An appetite was raging. You saw something or someone you wanted . . . even though he, she, or it wasn't healthy for you. But you gave in to your […]

DIG IN When you were a child, who did you want to grow up to be like? What did you admire about that person? Looking back, how realistic was your perception of that person? What are some things you do to make sure people only see your life's highlight reel? How does that influence whether […]

DIG IN:  Do you ever daydream about a life in which you don't have to answer to anyone—your boss, your parents, your spouse, the IRS? What is the allure of that kind of fantasy?  As you look around the cultural landscape, what consequences do you see of people doing what they want, when they want, […]

DIG IN:  Read the lyrics to If I had a Million Dollars by BNL. What assumptions does this artist have about money?  If you had a million dollars, what would you do with it?  Read Proverbs 30:7-9. What surprises you about Agur's prayer?  3. What is his concern about poverty? According to Agur, what does poverty […]

DIG IN:  Have you ever found an activity, job or location that made you feel like “i was made for this!”? What made it such a great fit for you?  What do you want to be known for? What adjectives do you want others to use when describing you?  When do you find it hard […]

We are gladly participating in Operation Christmas Child. Pick up a box at Grace Central for either a boy or a girl and follow the instructions in the box. Return to Grace Central November 6 or 13 to bless these kids for Christmas this year!

Dig In: Of the four “layers” of relationships;  You/God, You/Christians, You/You, You/World- which is the most challenging for you?  Have you ever seen cancelling someone ever produce significant changes in someone's behavior or heart?  Pastor Scott said “anyone can act like a Christian, not anyone can react like one”. What's the difference between acting and […]

Dig In: 1. How did your parents handle confrontation? Chances are it influenced how you handle it today. 2. What is your emotional reaction to the notion that reconciliation begins with you even if you're not the one responsible for what started it? 3. What are the steps of reconciliation outlined by Jesus? Why is […]

Dig In: When you are caught in sin, do you tend to run away from the consequences, Deny wrong doing or shift blame? Read 2 Samuel 11 through 2 Samuel 12-13 — how did David deceive himself? What was his turning point? Read Psalm 51 – What surprises you about David's confession? In Psalm 51 […]