Rick Grundy Live

Yes, I know 2017 has just begun. I also know that the choices we make right now are shaping not only 2017, but they’re preparing a future for us that we will be required to embrace (like it or not). In this episode we’re exploring Hebrews 6:4-12 and I’m going to encourage you to make […] The post Three Choices To Prepare For A Great 2018 appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I have some really great memories waking up early and spending Christmas Day with my kids. My kids really contribute to my idea of what a perfect Christmas Day looks like. You probably have some great memories and an idea of what the perfect Christmas Day is, too. In this episode we talk about the […] The post Christmas Special: How To Have The Perfect Christmas appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Every gift wrapped under my tree is a promise to my children (and especially my wife) that something awesome awaits them on Christmas morning. My kids believe that their daddy isn’t going to let them down. Christmas is a promise. Every Believer knows that the promises that God made to us are going to be […] The post Christmas Special: Christmas Is A Promise To You appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

This is a halloween special. In this episode it’s time to demystify the devil and demons. It’s time to discover their secret powers, and find out more about demon possession and how demons are cast out. You’re going to find out how they effect you and how to protect yourself (sorry, garlic and silver bullets […] The post Halloween Special: The Devil, Demons & Disciples appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

  Everyone who wants to can enter into a friendship with God purely by choosing to believe in Jesus. Easy, peasy, no effort required – it’s a total act of faith. However, after that initial choice there is absolutely some relational elbow grease needed to stay in the relationship – faith eventually comes to look […] The post HEB 08, Is Christianity Harder Than The Work You’re Putting Into It? appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Lawnmowers and Christians have something in common. I have an electric lawnmower – the kind that requires a really long extension cord that’s never quite long enough. As I’m mowing the edge of my property I repeatedly pull the cord out of the wall. Disconnecting a plug is annoying. Similarly, I have a friendship with […] The post HEB 07, How To Avoid Disconnecting appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Distraction isn’t unusual, it’s the norm. Most people I see follow very busy routines that welcome (and even invite) distraction. Within Christianity, distraction isn’t the problem that apostasy is, but it can be just as deadly. Both distraction and apostasy can end with a broken relationship with Jesus. That’s a really big deal, and it’s […] The post HEB 06: Slay The Three Headed Monster Of Distraction appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Hebrews can be a really scary book, or a really encouraging book. On the one hand, if you are actively pursuing Jesus as a friend, you’re sacrificing for Him, and you’re prioritizing Him, then Hebrews is awesome! However, if Jesus is one option among many, if He sometimes gets your attention and other times not, […] The post HEB 05: Why Only Jesus Can Reconcile You appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

  As my dad and I were fishing, sitting in his homemade canoe, we allowed the gentle breeze and the current to carry us along. We may have started in a good location, but because we weren’t paying attention we ended up drifting toward the shore and beaching ourselves. On that day, the fish were […] The post HEB 03: Three Reasons Not To Drift appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I have heard that our generation is the most advertised to generation that has ever existed. Advertisement doesn’t only take the form of products and services, it also includes spirituality. There are many spiritual options to pursue these days, and it seems as though people are making up something new almost daily. How is one […] The post HEB 02: Why Following Jesus Is Your Best Option appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this awesome episode we’re beginning a new series through Hebrews! Based on your feedback (thanks for connecting!) the format is changing just a little. Rather than providing a commentary like I did through Romans, the series through Hebrews will be based on my sermon series at Hillside Community Church.  So, lets jump into this new […] The post HEB 01: Why Jesus’ Way Is Best appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I can’t tell you how many mature people I have met who are lacking maturity. Truthfully, I’m one of those mature people lacking some maturity. In Romans 15:1-13, Paul offers a profile of a mature Christian, helping us to recognize maturity in others and inspiring us to find maturity in ourselves.  In this episode we […] The post Rom 47: What Mature Faith Looks Like appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode we look at Romans 14, the goto chapter for anyone who wants to reconcile the line between acceptance and judgement. We explore unity, condemning, diversity, arguments, what is truly essential, and how great churches are caring into community.   Show Notes: • Romans 14:1 [01:10] • Romans 14:2 [03:35] • Romans 14:3 […] The post Rom 46: Caring Into Community appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode we summarize everything that God requires of us (namely what He wants us to do for Him and for others) as we discover what love looks like in Romans 13:8-14. With just one word, the complicated thoughts that stem from Bible discussions can become simplified and quickly actionable.   Show Notes: • […] The post Rom 46: What Love Looks Like appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

There’s always a lot of talk about politics filling my FaceBook news feed and creeping its way into my conversations. I’ve noticed something missing in almost all of the political talk that comes my way – no one talks about the need of submitting to the government. In this episode we look at Romans 13:1-7 […] The post Rom 45: Submitting To The Government appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

The presence of evil in the world is undeniable. Every Believer’s call to faith and obedience makes life complicated in a world like this. What’s a Believer to do? In Romans 12:9-21 Paul gets really practical with a rubber-meets-the-road approach to Christian living, pointing toward a path to overcoming evil.     Show Notes: • […] The post Rom 44: Overcoming Evil appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode we explore Romans 12:1-8 and discover what worship really is. It’s not singing, although it can be a part of it. It’s not the style of church music, although it could be a part of it. Real worship is bigger. Find out why real worship often looks gritty and sweaty.   Show […] The post Rom 43: Real Worship appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode we explore Romans 11:25-36, God’s mysterious mercy. If you think the Bible’s easy to understand, think again. There are so many mysteries that have not yet been revealed to us, and we find a couple in today’s passage.  For example, how is it that God has rejected the Jews and yet we […] The post Rom 042: God’s Mysterious Mercy appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I’ve had some people get bored of me, get frustrated with me, stop liking me, take offence at me, and they have chosen to move on. That’s really ok, it’s their choice. But, the bigger question is, does God treat us the same way? Does God ever move on from us? Does God get tired […] The post Rom 041: Does God Get Tired Of You? appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode we explore a question of rejection: “Does God reject people?” In Romans 11:1-10 Paul asks if God has rejected Israel, His chosen people of the Old Testament. If God has rejected people who were once accepted, then what’s to say He won’t also reject us. And, if He didn’t reject them, then […] The post Rom 040: God’s Mercy Or Rejection? appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode we explore Romans 9:30-10:21, the tragic result of Israel’s unbelief and the resulting spread of the Gospel through the world. We explore why Jesus is referred to as both a stumbling stone and a secure foundation.   Show Notes: • Romans 9:30 [00:49] • Romans 9:31-32 [02:22] • Romans 9:33 [03:56] • Romans 10:1 […] The post ROM 039: The Tragedy Of Unbelief appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I wish all of Romans could be like chapter 8. However, Paul is called to take on the seriously challenging work of teaching about both acceptance and rejection, particularly as it applies to both Jews and Gentiles. Romans 9:1-29 is a really heavy, but really necessary chapter. In this episode of Christianity 101 we explore the huge […] The post ROM 038: God’s Sovereignty appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Romans 8:28-39 is a go-to passage for anyone who needs assurance because it explains so clearly why we can trust God’s love, and how far that love will reach.   Show Notes: • Romans 8:28 [01:12] • Romans 8:29-30 [04:04] • Romans 8:31-32 [08:31] • Romans 8:33-34 [10:08] • Romans 8:35 [12:07] • Romans 8:36 […] The post ROM 37: God’s Love For You appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode of Christianity 101 we explore Romans 8:18-27, a glimpse at Your Future Glory. Your life may look like challenge after challenge, and you may be weighed down and not wanting to get out of bed in the mornings, but this passage is going to encourage you and get your eyes off your […] The post ROM 36: Glory Is In Your Future appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

In this episode of Christianity 101 we explore Romans 8:1-17, what it means to have the Holy Spirit living in us.   Show Notes: • Romans 8:1 [01:03] • Romans 8:2 [02:58] • Romans 8:3 [05:57] • Romans 8:4 [09:55] • Romans 8:5 [12:11] • Romans 8:6 [12:47] • Romans 8:7-8 [13:59] • Romans 8:9-11 […] The post ROM 35: Understanding The Role Of The Holy Spirit Within You appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Here is our last daily episode of the Minecraft Podcast, a podcast where I interview the best Minecraft players I know.  Today’s guest is: me.  My son, Luke, interviews me about playing Minecraft together.  (AND, heads up, on Wednesday I continue our series through Romans with a new Romans podcast, continuing where we left off […] The post Minecraft 06: Rick appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Only two more daily episodes of Minecraft.  Thanks for tuning in!  In today’s episode a member of Hillside Community Church‘s Kids Night is interviewed. RJ is an awesome Minecraft player. He answers a few of my questions and tells us what’s so great about playing Minecraft. The post Minecraft 05: RJ appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Off topic for three more daily episodes of Minecraft!  This time I think some of you (adults) will benefit.  Today’s guest is my wife, Michelle. Our kids are awesome Minecraft players. Michelle has never played, but she knows it as deeply as other moms do.  She answers a few of my questions and tells us […] The post Minecraft 04: Michelle appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Thanks for sticking with me while I get creative as I learn to podcast.  Here’s another totally off topic and daily podcast episode about Minecraft to entertain you (but, most likely, your kids).  I’m interviewing our guest, Tina. Tina is an awesome Minecraft player. She answers a few of my questions and tells us what’s […] The post Minecraft 03: Tina appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I’ll be off topic for another few posts while I learn (as quickly as I can) how to put out some quality material.  However, I think I’ll be a little entertaining for some of your kids, at least! My son, Luke, is an awesome Minecraft player. He answers a few of my questions and tells […] The post Minecraft 02: Luke appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I’ve been learning how to podcast in order to serve you better as we study through Romans (“Christianity 101”). I know that these next few posts are way off topic, but it’s part of my learning curve. To learn how to podcast quickly I chose a topic that was easy.  So, I have prepared six […] The post Minecraft 01: Samantha appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

If you’re a Believer, then you’re not the product of your past mistakes.  Jesus has forgiven you and made you something you could have never been without Him.  Also, the future you won’t be the product of your future mistakes.  You have been equipped to find maximum success. Today’s video on Romans 7:7-25 (part 3) focuses on the […] The post ROM 34: Equipped To Succeed appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

When I was a teen I absolutely loved riding my 12 speed down the hill behind the zoo.  It was so steep that I could pick up incredible speeds that would make it feel like my body was lifting away from my bike.  On one particular day, though, I got brave.  I picked up a […] The post ROM 33: Don’t Coast [video/audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I wish it wasn’t the case, but after 30 years I’m still tempted to sin.  It’s hard to talk about “the old man” coming back to life because I became a Christian when I was 13.  The reality that we are all faced with is our struggle against our sinful nature.  Sin is alive and active, […] The post ROM 32: The Struggle Within [video/audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

As Believers who are no longer obligated to obey The Law, why are we not free to follow our every whim?  As a Believer, I still feel compelled to sin, how do I overcome my temptations?  These questions and more are answered in today’s video about Romans 7:1-6, Released Into Friendship. Watch:   Listen: http://traffic.libsyn.com/rickgrundylive/Romans_8.1_7v1-6.mp3 […] The post ROM 31: Released Into Friendship appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I’m very grateful that Jesus gives me gifts according to His grace instead of giving me what I deserve.  In today’s passage Paul talks about the gruesome wages I’ve earned for the poor performance I’ve given God.   Watch:   Listen: http://traffic.libsyn.com/rickgrundylive/Romans_7.2_b_6v15-23.mp3     Show Notes: If you’d like a digital version of the study guide […] The post ROM 30: Gifts Are Better Than Wages appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Do Believers really have freewill?  Or, is it lost when we choose to follow God?  If we have freewill, then why does Paul seem to celebrate the idea that we are God’s slaves, and why are Believers restricted from so many things?  These questions, and more, are answered in today’s video/audio. This video/audio explores Romans 6:15-23, […] The post ROM 29: Are We Really God’s Slaves? appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

You are a conqueror.  Your future is not diminished by the failure of your past.  Because of your faith in Jesus, you have victory, freedom & grace. This video/audio explores Romans 6:1-14 (part 3), highlighting the victory and freedom that you have because of Jesus’ grace.   Watch:   Listen: http://traffic.libsyn.com/rickgrundylive/Romans_7.1c_6v1-14.mp3   Show Notes: If you’d like a digital […] The post ROM 28: Victory, Freedom & Grace appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

It seems to me that there are a lot of good people in the world who want to do a lot of really good things.  They have my respect, and they probably have yours, too.  Actually, you’re probably one of those people.  Sometimes, though, good deeds just don’t seem to be enough.   In today’s sermon […] The post Sermon 002: Why Your Words Are So Important To The Gospel appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I have recently discovered that the average person makes about 35,000 choices (consciously) each day.  I don’t know how to confirm that number, or how to challenge it, I’ve just found it to be the general conclusion.  Regardless of the actual number, what’s most important is the first choice we make.  In today’s video/audio our […] The post Rom 27: Choose Personal Engagement [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Preparing the video/audio for this post got me excited.  I really like being reminded of the victory that I have in Jesus, and the defeat of everything that would separate me from God for all eternity.  If you’re feeling a little down, this next set of videos/audios may encourage you, too.  Your past is not […] The post Rom 26: Sin’s Power Is Broken [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

Without giving away any really big, embarrassing moments, I can say that I have given my wife many opportunities to feel justified about becoming wrathful.  However, “wrathful” is absolutely not a word I’d use to describe our marriage.  One key ingredient in our successful marriage (and my longevity… to this point, at least) is forgiveness. […] The post ROM 25: Grace Wins Every Time [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I honesty thought they were lying to me!  I was in grade 5 when I received the news, but I couldn’t fathom how a wrestling match with Hulk Hogan in it could possibly be fake!  Royal Rumbles had to be real!   After I recovered from the shock, I continued to like wrestling for about […] The post ROM 24: Adam VS Jesus [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

My two older girls (6 yrs and 9 yrs) were playing so nicely in the living room with their toys that the transition to screaming and hitting shocked me.  But, no problem, I’m already prepared for this!  I put them on the naughty step for a time out, restoring both the calm and the relationship.  The […] The post ROM 23: You’ve Been Reconciled [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

As I read I reflect and admit the truth revealed about me.  It’s true that I had been completely rejecting God, and more than that, I was completely hostile to Him.  Yet, as I continue to read, something within me jumps and shouts and feels confused yet elated as I discover that in my most […] The post ROM 022: God’s Great Love [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

As a husband and a dad of four, I’ve had some awesome moments to get really excited about.  More exciting than any other moment in my life is the moment when I changed from being considered an enemy of God to being considered His friend.  Today’s video/audio is filled with reasons why we can get […] The post ROM 021: Faith Brings Joy [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

He was probably a mild-mannered man following in his daddy’s business (as an idol maker), absolutely no one of consequence.  Yet, with just one character trait he managed to become one of the greatest heroes in human history.  Abraham believed God, revealing the effectiveness of faith… This video/audio explores Romans 4:1-25 (part 3), highlighting what Abraham’s faith looked […] The post Rom 020: Effective Faith [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

It’s about 1am or so, I’m dizzy from the event I just brought the youth group back from, the last teen was just picked up and now I’m standing all alone in the church foyer looking at a big puddle on the carpet from a new leak in the church’s roof.  Tomorrow’s Sunday, I definitely […] The post Rom 019: Why Faith Is Essential [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

I couldn’t believe how quickly he did it!  Within two weeks, my friend totally renovated his basement from just bare, concrete walls to fully functional family room.  He’s got a talent that I was completely lacking!  But, I’m not completely lacking it anymore because my friend has become my example – he’s volunteering to show […] The post Rom 018: Why Abraham Is A Good Example For You (part 1) [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.

A friend wanted to do something extravagantly nice for us, so she gave my wife and I tickets to see a musical.  Additionally (she felt this second part was less valuable), there was an offer of free babysitting cast into the gift.  (As parents of four, we can tell you that babysitting, alone, is an […] The post Rom 017: Befriending God (part 3) [Video/Audio] appeared first on Rick Grundy Live.