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Give and Serve | Pastor Vern Martin | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

Panel With the Pastors // The Relationship Playbook (Part 3) // Rolando & Lisa Remedios + Jose & Ana Marquez by The Grace Church

Panel With the Pastors // The Relationship Playbook (Part 3) // Rolando & Lisa Remedios + Jose & Ana Marquez by The Grace Church

When their Know Your Community report revealed different nationalities in their community, Sherwood Forest Church took action. Pastor Jeff Davis shares how the church partnered with Grace Church to provide space and support for Vietnamese Montagnard visitors. The group has grown from 15 to 40 attendees and now holds monthly worship services in their language.   Find out more about your community with a Know Your Community report: https://nafwb.org/know/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Church #Outreach #Community

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyTo Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence.In this message, Pastor Rick Long concludes a 5-week series titled "The Hurry Problem" by emphasizing the importance of intentionally creating margin in life to make room for what matters most: God, His purposes, and people. He warns against living a life dictated by the "urgent" and highlights that true flourishing requires slowing down.Key Principles for Making Margin (Using the acronym MARGIN):M - Make God's Presence Your First Priority: (16:32) Cultivate a daily habit of starting with God (23:45) and scheduling uninterrupted time with Him.A - Allow Your Soul to be Renewed: (24:47) Develop weekly rhythms of rest and refuse to view busyness as a status symbol (31:51).R - Resist the Rush for More: (32:27) Recognize that "more" will never satisfy the soul. Pastor Rick shares the story of Stanley Tam (35:32) as an example of living with an open-handed, kingdom-focused mindset.G - Give Generously: (40:34) Understand that all resources belong to God. Generosity is not about capital campaigns but living a lifestyle of contribution over consumption (44:41).I - Invest in What Outlives You: (46:42) Focus on things with eternal value, such as mentoring the next generation (48:43).N - Notice People More Than Your Schedule: (51:02) Hurried people often overlook others. Pastor Rick encourages viewing others with compassion, encouraging them with sincerity, and serving with humility (54:11-55:15).The message concludes by inviting viewers to accept the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ and commit to changing their patterns to live a life of purpose rather than constant chaos.0:00 Introduction and Welcome0:40 The Hurry Problem Series Conclusion2:47 Making Room for What Matters Most4:15 Dictated by the Urgent8:27 The Theory of Margin (Howard McCluskey)13:52 Defining Margin15:15 M - Make God's Presence Your First Priority24:47 A - Allow Your Soul to be Renewed32:27 R - Resist the Rush for More35:32 The Story of Stanley Tam40:34 G - Give Generously46:42 I - Invest in What Outlives You51:02 N - Notice People More Than Your Schedule56:14 Summary and Challenge58:59 Invitation to Salvation

September 27, 2026 - Galatians 5:16-26 Part 1 by Grace Church of Mentor

Paul's greeting establishes his God-given authority and reminds believers of their identity as saints and faithful followers of Jesus.

Send us Fan MailGuest: Pastor Travis Allen, Grace Church (Greeley, CO)It was a beautiful fall evening at Stone House Farm in Jordan, MN for our recent Speaker Series event featuring Travis Allen, pastor of Grace Church in Greeley, CO and former Managing Director of Grace to You and member of the U.S. Navy Seal teams.135 attendees gathered at the farm for a time of fellowship and dinner on the lawn beside the stone farmhouse, followed by dessert and coffee. Then, as the sun made its downward arc over the rural landscape, we all gathered outside the North Barn for an interview with Travis about current events and issues of the faith. It was a blessed time.We weren't able to fit the entire interview with Travis into today's program but you will hear most of it. So let's get out to Stone House Farm for this interview with Travis Allen at our recent Speaker Series event.

House to House | Pastor Vern Martin | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

Welcome to our series in John's gospel!Over the course of the year we will be looking through the themes of John's gospel, starting with a teaser trailer to get ready for the year ahead. GracePod is an expository podcast, and is a ministry of Grace Church Greenwich. For more info about Grace Church and to find other talks and resources, visit www.greenwich.churchIf your enjoying GracePod don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on our new Instagram @gracepodgreenwich!

September 16, 2026 - Jeremiah & Lamentations Overview by Grace Church of Mentor

September 20, 2026 - Romans 5:17-21 by Grace Church of Mentor

September 20, 2026 - Exodus 20 by Grace Church of Mentor

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyTo Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence.This video, led by Jacob Knox, the Pastor of Grace Students at Grace Church, explores the concept of the Sabbath as a necessary, God-given rhythm to combat the modern "hurry" problem.Key Takeaways on the Sabbath:Definition: The Sabbath is more than just a day off; it is a divine gift of a weekly rhythm that restores our relationship with God, others, and ourselves (05:42).God-Centered Living: It serves as a practical way to stop and remember that we are not God (10:25), allowing us to re-center our lives on His presence (36:34).Practical Steps to Practice Sabbath:Stop: Identify what is hardest to pause, set aside a specific time, and leave unfinished work for later (18:17 - 19:00).Renew: Choose activities that genuinely refresh your spirit rather than drain you (27:00).Slow Down: Use the time to enjoy God's gifts, such as sharing a meal without rushing and expressing gratitude (28:08 - 36:00).Re-center: Spend intentional, unhurried time in the Bible, prayer, and worship to rely on God's provision rather than self-reliance (46:17 - 47:17).Throughout the message, Jacob Knox highlights that while some view the Sabbath as a list of legalistic rules, Jesus taught that the Sabbath was made for humanity, prioritizing relationship over rigid requirements (20:34 - 23:34).0:00:00 Introduction0:00:45 Defining the Sabbath Problem0:05:42 What is Sabbath?0:10:25 Sabbath as Stopping0:20:17 Sabbath as Renewing0:28:17 Sabbath as Slowing Down0:36:42 Sabbath as Re-centering0:41:00 Worship Segment0:43:51 The Goal of Abiding in God

An introduction to Colossians and its central message that Jesus is preeminent and believers are complete in Him.

September 13, 2026 - Exodus 19 by Grace Church of Mentor

September 13, 2026 - Romans 5:12-17 by Grace Church of Mentor

Water & Fire | Caleb Greiner | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

What if your biggest breakthrough isn't a dramatic life change, but simply knowing Jesus? In this episode, Karen Berg-Johnson shares how a lifelong relationship with Jesus can transform how you face adversity, grow in faith, and share the gospel naturally.Karen gave her life to Jesus when she was just four years old, and her story challenges the idea that a “real” breakthrough has to involve a dramatic before-and-after moment.Instead, Karen talks about what it looks like to walk with Jesus through every season of life, including seasons of deep adversity and suffering. She shares how her faith was tested when both of her daughters faced serious health struggles, and how she learned to trust God even when she didn't have answers.One of Karen's biggest reminders is simple: you don't have to have everything figured out before you come to Jesus. Whether you're four or ninety-four, today can be a new beginning.If you're hurting, questioning God, or wondering whether you've gone too far to come back to Him, Karen's closing encouragement is especially for you.

Little Foxes // The Relationship Playbook (Part 2) // Thomas & Almarie Ransome by The Grace Church

Little Foxes // The Relationship Playbook (Part 2) // Thomas & Almarie Ransome by The Grace Church

Our confidence in adversity rests not in our own righteousness, but in the righteousness God has freely given us through Jesus.

Send us Fan MailGUEST: TRAVIS ALLEN, pastor, Grace Church (Greeley, CO)In our country today there is no shortage of violent acts that shock the senses. We did a recent program on the man who falsely believed he was a women who opened fire at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, killing two young children.On the heels of that was a young Ukrainian immigrant minding her own business on a train in North Carolina only to have the man sitting behind, 14 times previously arrested, suddenly stand up and stab her to death. The video shakes one to the core.And then on Wednesday of this week, Charlie Kirk, founder and president of Turning Point USA, a conservative organization on high school and college campuses, and perhaps the most influential conservative leader in the country other than President Trump, was assassinated by a sniper as he spoke at an event at Utah Valley University. Charlie Kirk was married and the father of two young children. He was just 31 years old.Kirk was known for his sharp intellect, determination, leadership, and articulate, persuasive and bold debate style. At his events on college campuses, he would answer questions from everyone, even those vehemently opposed to his views.Charlie Kirk was also known for being a forthright Christian who boldly proclaimed the gospel of Jesus Christ.The killing of Kirk has been a collective gut punch to those on the right. But to some on the left, his death has been disturbingly celebrated.This reveals not just a divide in our country but a dark and wicked deception that has hardened the hearts of too many. In a country with freedom of religion and speech in our Constitution, no one should be assassinated for viewpoints. But to the modern left, to disagree with them is to be a danger in need of silencing.Charlie Kirk has been silenced from speaking in this life but he has no doubt inspired a generation to stand up for their Christian and conservative beliefs.Travis Allen, pastor of Grace Church in Greeley, CO, joins us to discuss the several aspects of the murder of Charlie Kirk.--------------------This program is a rebroadcast from September 13, 2025

September 9, 2026 - Isaiah Overview by Grace Church of Mentor

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyTo Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence.This video, led by Paul Faust, explores the "hurry problem" in modern life and the hidden costs it imposes on our well-being, relationships, and spiritual health (1:33).Key takeaways from the message:Defining the Hurry Problem: Paul explains that our culture is driven by excessive pace, demands, and constant connectivity via smartphones, leading to a mindset of constant busyness (3:24 - 5:51). He emphasizes that a full schedule does not have to be frantic (7:48).The Pace of Jesus: The speaker highlights that Jesus lived with immense pressure, yet he modeled a life of peace by withdrawing often to pray and connect with God (9:23 - 13:30).Building Presence: Drawing on the story of the woman who touched Jesus's robe in Mark 5 (24:15 - 28:15), the video teaches that being interruptible and prioritizing presence over productivity is essential. We are encouraged to remove distractions, focus fully on others, and value people as opportunities rather than interruptions (31:21 - 33:00).Deepening Relationships: Real connections require time and attention, much like the relationship Jesus had with his disciples (35:50). We are urged to slow down our conversations and ask deeper, meaningful questions instead of sticking to surface-level interactions (39:38).Joy and Resilience: Finally, the speaker notes that joy is relational and serves as the fuel for resilience and endurance (49:00 - 50:40). By connecting with God, we can experience peace that carries us through life's struggles, as modeled by Jesus enduring the cross (50:45 - 53:30).The message concludes with an invitation to receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ (59:08 - 1:02:50).0:00 - Intro0:40 - Welcome and Introduction1:33 - Defining the Problem: The Hurry Problem3:07 - What Drives Our Hurry?7:46 - Full Doesn't Have to Mean Frantic8:39 - The Pace of Jesus12:21 - 1. Peace Replaces Anxiety16:53 - A GPS Plan for Rest19:15 - Song: Rest and Reset23:45 - 2. Presence Replaces Distraction35:10 - 3. Deeper Relationships Over Surface Connection43:05 - 4. Spiritual Sensitivity Replaces Numbness48:47 - 5. Joy Replaces Exhaustion55:36 - Closing Blessing: Numbers 658:55 - How to Receive the Gift of Salvation1:02:00 - Closing Prayer

Are you Saved? | Pastor Vern Martin | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

Relationship Game Planning // The Relationship Playbook (Part 1) // Jose & Ana Marquez by The Grace Church

September 6, 2026 - Romans 5:6-11 by Grace Church of Mentor

Relationship Game Planning // The Relationship Playbook (Part 1) // Jose & Ana Marquez by The Grace Church

Pray before trouble comes, trusting the Holy Spirit to help you avoid unnecessary trials and heartache.

September 6, 2026 - Baptisms by Grace Church of Mentor

Pastor Troy Dobbs explains why Grace Church exists: to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ across the street and around the world. From Matthew 28:18-20, he shows that Jesus gives the church its authority, command, scope, process, and sustaining promise. Discipleship is more than helping someone say yes to Jesus; it means helping people follow, learn from, and obey Him for a lifetime. Pastor Troy challenges believers to reflect God's greatness in everyday life, share the gospel with the people already around them, and remain engaged in God's work among all nations. He encourages the church to move from merely stating its mission to living it with courage, faithfulness, and dependence on the Holy Spirit.

Pastor Troy Dobbs explains why Grace Church exists: to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ across the street and around the world. From Matthew 28:18-20, he shows that Jesus gives the church its authority, command, scope, process, and sustaining promise. Discipleship is more than helping someone say yes to Jesus; it means helping people follow, learn from, and obey Him for a lifetime. Pastor Troy challenges believers to reflect God's greatness in everyday life, share the gospel with the people already around them, and remain engaged in God's work among all nations. He encourages the church to move from merely stating its mission to living it with courage, faithfulness, and dependence on the Holy Spirit.

September 2, 2026 - Song of Solomon Overview by Grace Church of Mentor

This week on So Brook Hills, Matt and Daniel step away from sermon application questions to talk with Matt's son, Will Mason. Will recently joined Grace Church in New Orleans, a church plant supported by Brook Hills.

Scott Lessing shares the remarkable story of planting a church inside Lorain Correctional Institution and how prison ministry can become true disciple-making and church planting. Through consistent relationships, weekly worship, leadership development, and reentry ministry, Scott and Grace Church are seeing God transform lives both inside and outside the prison. Scott serves at Grace Church, a Christian and Missionary Alliance church near Cleveland, Ohio. What began when the warden asked for something more than traditional prison ministry has grown into a church community with weekly services, dozens of volunteers, Bible studies, Alpha, Rooted, recovery ministry, baptisms, a School of Ministry, and intentional discipleship. Greg and Scott also explore the biblical foundation for this work through Luke 4:18 and Matthew 25, discussing Jesus' call to proclaim good news to the poor, freedom for prisoners, and to care for those who are incarcerated. Scott explains why the goal isn't simply to bring a church service into a prison but to build relationships and make disciples who can eventually disciple and lead others. One of the most powerful stories is of a man who spent 47 years incarcerated, completed Grace Church's School of Ministry, was released, joined the church's staff, and was preparing to return to the prison—this time to preach. The church also walks alongside people after release through employment connections, housing support, community, and continued discipleship. Scott's story challenges every church leader to reconsider what it means to go to people instead of simply expecting people to come to church. As he explains, their prison ministry has changed Grace Church itself, creating a congregation that looks more diverse, more broken, and, in his words, more like the first-century church. Resources: True Freedom Ministries — the Ohio prison ministry discussed in the episode; its current site describes ministry at Lorain Correctional Institution. True Freedom Ministries Leadership / Michael Swiger — learn more about Michael Swiger, whom Scott discusses in the episode. Scripture mentioned: Luke 4:18, Isaiah 61, Matthew 25 Table of Contents:  00:00 – Meet Scott Lessing and the prison church story 03:27 – Why prison ministry matters for church planting 06:18 – How the prison church began 11:16 – Luke 4, Matthew 25 & the biblical foundation 13:43 – Reentry ministry and discipleship after prison 14:33 – What a weekly prison church service looks like 16:07 – Developing leaders inside the prison 18:27 – Baptisms, Bible questions & life transformation 21:37 – Going to people instead of waiting for them to come

f you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src...To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence.In this message, Pastor Rick Long of Grace Church addresses the pervasive problem of the "hurry trap"—a state of constant busyness that he identifies not just as a scheduling issue, but as a deep-seated spiritual problem (7:01). Drawing from the biblical story of Mary and Martha (9:51), he explains that while both sisters had good intentions, Martha became overwhelmed by her attempts to serve, while Mary chose the "one thing" that mattered most: sitting at the feet of Jesus (10:36, 18:27).Pastor Rick offers five practical principles to help believers escape the cycle of hurry and find rest for their souls:Abide before attempting to achieve: Prioritize your relationship with God through worship and prayer before checking your phone or starting your to-do list (17:27, 23:18).Stop obsessing over every detail: Do not let the pursuit of perfection or urgent tasks distract you from being present and connected with people (25:55, 30:51).Focus on the one thing that matters most: Continually evaluate your priorities, eliminate distractions, and elevate God and your relationships to the top of your list (32:29, 37:05).Be fully present: Practice single-tasking, give others your full attention, and remember that life is short—be wise with your time (41:51, 46:07).Create margin for connection: Build quiet moments into your day, observe a weekly Sabbath, and leave space for God to interrupt your plans (47:39, 52:10).The message concludes with an invitation to find rest in Jesus, emphasizing his promise in Matthew 11:28-30: "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest" (54:43).0:00 Welcome and Announcements2:03 Escaping the Hurry Trap7:06 Hurry is a Spiritual Problem9:51 The Story of Mary and Martha12:13 Five Ways Hurry Becomes a Problem17:26 Principle 1: Abide Before Attempting to Achieve25:56 Principle 2: Stop Obsessing Over Every Detail32:29 Principle 3: Focus on the One Thing That Matters Most41:51 Principle 4: Be Fully Present47:38 Principle 5: Create Margin for Connection54:43 Matthew 11;28-30 and Conclusion

Suffering is Temporary but Glory is Forever // 1 Peter (Part 9) // Ro Remedios by The Grace Church

Under Authority | Pastor Alicia Martin | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

Suffering is Temporary but Glory is Forever // 1 Peter (Part 9) // Ro Remedios by The Grace Church

August 30, 2026 - Romans 5:1-5 by Grace Church of Mentor

Daniel Gillespie (Colossians 2)

August 26, 2026 - Ecclesiastes Overview by Grace Church of Mentor

The Courts of Heaven | Pastor Vern Martin | Grace Church PA by Grace Church

The Fathers, The Flock, & The Fight // 1 Peter (Part 8) // Jose Marquez by The Grace Church

f you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src...We were never meant to follow Jesus alone. Join us as we launch WE OVER ME, a theme that will shape our teaching, conversations, ministries, and culture throughout the year at Grace as we discover why we really are better together.To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/This video, led by Pastor Rick Long at Grace Church, introduces the church's annual theme for the year: "We Over Me." The message focuses on the biblical principle of humility and prioritizing others above oneself (14:11 - 15:02).Core Pillars of "We Over Me":Stop making everything about yourself: Pastor Rick emphasizes that we have become a culture obsessed with self-importance, but life is ultimately about God and serving others (18:46 - 19:10).Choose connection over isolation: The pastor urges the congregation to commit to the local church body rather than choosing isolation, highlighting that we are designed for community (31:49 - 32:00).Look for ways to serve: Using the example of Jesus in Mark 10:45, the message challenges believers to shift their mentality from "what can I get?" to "what can I give?" (45:36 - 46:27).Care more about unity than being right: The pastor warns against division and encourages maintaining unity in the church, rather than winning arguments or proving points (51:51 - 52:07).Additional Highlights:Salvation Invitation: The pastor offers an opportunity for those watching or present to accept Jesus as their savior (1:01:34 - 1:03:30).Forge Christian High School: The video concludes with a brief presentation about the Education Freedom Tax Credit coming in 2027, encouraging church members to support scholarships for students (1:04:34 - 1:07:53).0:00 Introduction0:40 Annual theme: We Over Me6:06 The importance of vision14:11 Introducing the theme: We Over Me18:46 Pillar 1: Stop making everything about yourself31:49 Pillar 2: Choose connection over isolation45:36 Pillar 3: Look for ways to serve51:51 Pillar 4: Care more about unity than being right1:01:34 Salvation invitation1:04:34 Forge Christian High School and Tax Credit

The Fathers, The Flock, & The Fight // 1 Peter (Part 8) // Jose Marquez by The Grace Church

August 23, 2026 - Galatians 5:13-15 by Grace Church of Mentor

The Fire is Not the End // 1 Peter (Part 7) // Almarie Ransome by The Grace Church

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyStories of Struggle: The Pathway Through is a 10-week series where we look at real people in Scripture who faced fear, rejection, waiting, and more—and how God led them through. Discover how He meets us in our struggles and leads us forward with faith, courage, and purpose.To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/