Sermons by Jon Gruss

God doesn't call the prepared, He prepares the called

Introduction You can tell a lot about a culture by who steps forward when trouble comes. In every crisis, someone has to stand up — to say, “I'll go.” But sometimes, the ones who should step up, don't. You might remember the 2022 school shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, as one of the most…

Judges: When God Delivers Unexpectedly

Living Life on Purpose: Finishing the Race Well

Built to Belong

Introduction Good morning, church family! I want to start with a little parenting humor. Someone once said: “The quickest way for a parent to get a child's attention is to sit down and look comfortable.” Isn't that true? The second you sit down—“Mom! Dad! I need water. I lost my toy. I can't find my…

Living on purpose: Dating; more than a swipe.

INTRO MESSAGE 19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. 20 For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. 21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know Timothy's proven worth,…

Proof of the Resurrection Mark 16:1-8; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4,13-22

The Caterpillar and The Moth (Mark 8:27-9:13)

Pursuit of Purity and Holiness (Mark 7:1-23)

Main Idea: Jesus demonstrates His absolute authority through His teachings and power, serves humanity as the Messiah King, and advances the Kingdom of God through prayer, preaching, and healing. INTRO Good morning, everyone! Today, we gather to explore a figure whose life and teachings have transformed…

INTRO Good morning, beloved friends! Today, we embark on an exciting journey through the Gospel of Mark, where we encounter the thrilling beginning of something extraordinary—the ministry of Jesus Christ. In Mark 1:1-20 , we discover the profound declaration that the good news is not just a message,…

"The Peace of Christmas: Good News for All" Theme: Finding true peace through the message of Christ's birth. ✨ #Peace #Christmas #GoodNews # Luke2 INTRO Luke was a physician, a man of education and empirical knowledge. A man of science and logic. a man of proofs and facts! This is how he starts his letter::…