Podcasts about Grace Community Church

Gray Areas, Week 1 Pastor Nathan Zickert · 1 Corinthians 10:31 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

What is happening in the Christian world right now?In this news roundup, Jon Harris covers a wide range of stories affecting Christians, including the collapse of the G3 Church Network, Phil Johnson's recent comments on Christian nationalism, a controversial surrogacy battle, Skillet's decision to drop its opening act, the Protestant Accountability website, and the death of Dolly Parton.We also discuss whether Christians should be more politically involved, the relationship between political action and evangelism, the problem of evil and natural disasters, terrorism in New York, declining marriage and dating among young people, the George Floyd case, and recent developments involving Israel.Throughout the episode, the goal is not simply to react to the news, but to think through these issues from a Christian worldview.Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Plus, Jon discusses the upcoming Restoring Virtue Conference and the new Truthscript review of Mr. Burton.Subscribe to Conversations That Matter for more Christian commentary, cultural analysis, and news from a biblical perspective.00:00 — Christian Nationalism and the Christian's Political Duty03:15 — Why Virtue Is Necessary for Liberty06:45 — The Surrogacy Battle: Who Should Get the Baby?18:55 — Skillet Drops Its Opening Act21:30 — The Protestant Accountability Website Controversy25:20 — Dolly Parton, Death, and Can We Know Someone Is in Heaven?37:20 — G3 Church Network Shuts Down40:05 — Phil Johnson, Grace Community Church, and Christian Nationalism53:20 — Terrorism, New York Politics, Dating, and George Floyd59:30 — Natural Disasters, Israel, and the Problem of EvilSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In today's extra episode, I talk with Warren Smith about some news items that are slightly (even significantly) outside of our normal charity and philanthropy “beat.” They include:   John MacArthur's replacement has been named.  WORLD and other news outlets are reporting that “Grace Community Church in California affirmed a new senior pastor, more than a year after the death of renowned theologian John MacArthur. World Compassion Terry Law Ministries has a new name. Another sports gambling tragedy. It's an epidemic that churches and ministries have largely ignored, as our own Makella Knowles reported here. And, if you see something, say something. If you have not discovered our YouTube channel, check it out here. We now have 200 videos there, and they have attracted tens of thousands of views. Subscribe, like, and share to spread the word about our work. Warren is in Nashville in September. If you live there, reach out to him. He would love to share a meal or a cup of coffee with you. His email is wsmith@ministrywatch.com.  The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. This episode is based on Warren Smith's weekly “Signs and Wonders” column. To read that column, which includes more links to the resources we've mentioned today, click here. Until next time, may God bless you.

Sponsored by Wycliffe: There are still people whose Bibles are blank, while millions of others have incomplete stories. Help make God's Word accessible. Give today at: https://bit.ly/3Thk8SHTop headlines for Tuesday, August 25, 2026William Lane Craig sparks heresy accusations after rejecting a Nicene Creed doctrine. California parents petition the Supreme Court over a ban on religious homeschool curriculum. A freed missionary pilot thanks Trump and praying Christians after ten months in ISIS captivity. Plus, Grace Community Church names John MacArthur's successor.0:11 William Lane Craig draws backlash for questioning Nicene Creed0:59 Parents ask SCOTUS to end California ban on religious education1:44 1 person fatally shot at historic church camp meeting3:38 Freed missionary meets Trump, thanks praying Christians4:26 James Talarico claims 'Muslims, Christians worship the same God'5:14 Grace Community Church names John MacArthur replacement6:02 Moms for Liberty candidates lose school board majoritySubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsWilliam Lane Craig draws backlash for questioning Nicene Creed | Church & MinistriesParents ask SCOTUS to end California ban on religious education | Education1 person fatally shot at historic church camp meeting | U.S.Freed missionary meets Trump, thanks praying Christians | Church & MinistriesJames Talarico claims 'Muslims, Christians worship the same God' | PoliticsGrace Community Church names John MacArthur replacement | Church & MinistriesMoms for Liberty candidates lose school board majority | Politics

Grace Community Church has named John MacArthur's successor, while another controversy surrounding G3 Ministries raises serious questions about church leadership and accountability. Segment 1 • Grace Community Church announces Nathan Busenitz as its new pastor following John MacArthur. • Why Todd believes GCC handled this enormous transition well. • Nathan Busenitz examines capitalism vs. socialism from a biblical worldview. Segment 2 • Is capitalism actually more biblical than socialism? • Why biblical generosity is voluntary rather than compelled by government.How our understanding of human nature changes the capitalism vs. socialism debate. Segment 3 • Todd addresses the latest G3 Ministries controversy—and explains why Wretched waited to discuss it. • Anonymous plagiarism accusations, a bizarre mailing campaign, and the resignation of all four elders at Praise Mill Baptist Church. • When a church is rocked by controversy, how should Christians respond without gossiping or rushing to judgment? Segment 4 • How should churches hold elders accountable without undermining their biblical authority? • Why church members sometimes need to trust elders even when confidentiality prevents them from explaining a decision. • What decisions should require congregational involvement—and could better accountability help prevent future church scandals? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Postcards of the Bible, Week 10  Pastor Nathan Zickert · Jude 20-25 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

Postcards of the Bible, Week 9  Pastor Nathan Zickert · Jude 1-19 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

Grace Community Church at Deerfoot

#bible #biblia #Jesus #jesuschrist #thelawofchrist In this episode, we explore how the Pharisees could challenge Jesus, the very one who gave the law. We'll also consider what it means to live faithfully in our everyday lives and walk in the path Jesus has called us to follow.

Show Transcript https://youtu.be/hUrTdobKXHE Seventeen years ago, Mauricio Calderon heard a sermon by the late John MacArthur that prompted him to repent and turn to Christ. And since then, MacArthur's Grace Community Church has served as his spiritual family. But now, Mauricio says the church that saved his life also risked it. He and two other […]

Back from the summer break, Scott and Josh unpack what it means to walk by the Spirit. The Words of Grace Podcast seeks to clarify, amplify, and apply the Sunday morning sermon at Grace Community Church. From time to time, we will address other topics. We hope these podcasts help impress the Word of God into your everyday life. Episodes are hosted by Josh Hussung and Scott Patty.

Let's talk about Grace.

The message of Galatians has been that we are justified before God by the merits of Christ that we receive by faith, and not by our merit achieved by keeping the law. Now we hear that we are made holy by walking in the Spirt who we have also received by faith. The grace that sent Christ to the cross to save us from our sins is the grace that sent the Holy Spirit into our hearts to make us holy like Christ. Let's respond to this grace by faith and keep in step with the Spirit. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

A Person After God's Own Heart, Week 2  Pastor Chuck Cassise · 1 Samuel 13:13 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

by Jason Blackley | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-40 | Download Audio

by Jason Blackley | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-40 | Download Audio

Grace Community Church at Deerfoot

When Jesus walked on the water, the disciples were afraid until they were close enough to recognize Him. The description of Peter stepping out of the boat and beginning to sink when he took his eyes off Christ serves as a powerful example. It illustrates how being grounded in God's Word helps us keep our focus on Christ rather than on ourselves. In this episode, we ask: Do we truly place our full weight and trust in God's Word and what it actually teaches? Or do we try to interpret God's Word through our own understanding?

Don't miss this week's message with Lead Pastor, Jeff Evans

This is a bit of a doozy.

A Person After God's Own Heart, Week 1  Pastor Chuck Cassise · 1 Samuel 13:14 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-40 | Download Audio

Josh Hussung preaches from Galatians 5:1-15. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-40 | Download Audio

Grace Community Church at Deerfoot

Ben Chally preaches from Galatians 4:12-31. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

Postcards of the Bible, Week 8  Pastor Nathan Zickert · 3 John 2 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

by Scott Heemstra | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-28 | Download Audio

by Scott Heemstra | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-28 | Download Audio

Grace Community Church at Deerfoot

Cliffe and Stuart Knecthle are two of the most influential apologists today. As a father-son duo, they travel to college campuses to engage skeptical students today with their toughest questions. Along with being pastors, they have recently written a new book called "Demolishing Doubt," in which they address the most difficult questions about God. In this special episode, Sean is also joined by his son Scottie, a Biola student, to ask Cliffe and Stuart questions that were raised by the Biola community. This first appeared on Sean's YouTube channel. You can watch it here.Cliffe and Stuart Knecthle are a father-son team who co-host the popular YouTube channel "Give Me An Answer." They are also both pastors at Grace Community Church in New Canaan, CT==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.   Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically.   To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.  

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

In 1898, Jim White discovered for himself a cave of wonders. "I found myself gazing into the biggest and blackest hole I had ever seen, out of which the bats seemed literally to boil." And if you've ever been to Carlsbad Caverns when the bats take flight, you know what he's talking about! But caves can be a metaphor of darkness, the unknown, of feeling trapped, and sinister intent. What do we do when were in a cave and not only do we not know when we're getting out - there isn't a snack shop and souvenirs! That's the topic of this series and this podcast! ⚠️

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

Jason Miller preaches from Galations 3:26-4:11. Paul continues to defend the gospel of justification by faith in Christ alone by listing the many benefits that believers receive in Jesus. Faith in Christ unites us with His death and resurrection, and with all believers despite our external differences. God sent Jesus at just the right time to accomplish the redemption and adoption of His people. God sends his Holy Spirit into our hearts to confirm our relationship to the Father. With all these blessings available to us, why would we turn back to legalistic religious performance to win God's favor? Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

Postcards of the Bible, Week 7  Pastor Nathan Zickert · 3 John 1-15 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

In spite of being named after a famous whiskey, Jack Daniel Napier has been called to a life of sobering inspiration. Jack aims to make relevant truth come alive in the heart and mind. Not raised in a Christian home, God saved him as a teenager and he went on to earn degrees in Biblical Studies and Business. Jack serves as lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Newton, Kansas, residing with his wife and five rambunctious children.

by Jason Blackley | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12 | Download Audio

by Jason Blackley | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12 | Download Audio

Douglas Adams, famous English author, quipped: "You live and learn. At any rate, you live."Sometimes we assume that we live and learn but, if we're honest, we know that's not true. We have to put faith and energy into it. And what do we call it when faith, energy, and living meet circumstances beyond our control? A test. Nobody - not Christians, atheists, or mole-people - like testing. But testing is a gift! And our Lord's testing? It was a gift to us - not just as an example in discipleship, but the whole world to see that he is absolutely in control. Are you going through a struggle? Join us in this week's podcast as guest speaker, and Grace Youth Pastor, Ryan Balderrama talks about Life off the Grid!⚠️

Josh Hussung preaches from Galatians 3:15-25. Grace Community Church exists to build spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. One of the ways that we pursue this mission is by gathering each Sunday for corporate worship, prayer, and biblical teaching. The corporate nature of this gathering is both edifying to the believer and a witness of God's grace to the world. Sermon speaker is Scott Patty unless otherwise noted.

Postcards of the Bible, Week 6  Pastor Nathan Zickert · 2 John 1:7-13 A video recording of this sermon is available here. For more information about Grace Community Church of Riverside, visit us online at https://www.gccriverside.com.

Carl Hargrove • Lamentations 3:19–3:24 • Devotional from God's Word and testimonies to His faithfulness • Anchored

by Brooks Simpson | From the Series: Living by Faith | Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19 | Download Audio

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Segment 1 • Todd revisits a memorable conversation with John MacArthur and reveals the hymn he struggled to choose as his favorite. • Are pastors neglecting a surprisingly important communication skill that can make biblical preaching more effective? • What encouraging signs are emerging at Grace Community Church following MacArthur's passing? Segment 2 • One church's "What to Expect" page raises bigger questions about what churches are really trying to attract people with. • What happens when churches promise great coffee, entertained kids, and a better family life? • Todd contrasts seeker-sensitive strategies with a long-term vision of generational discipleship and spiritual legacy. Segment 3 • Why are some rapidly growing churches still embracing methods and messages that critics say are spiritually dangerous? • Todd examines recent controversies surrounding Bethel Church and asks whether reform efforts go far enough. • Has the prosperity gospel become far more mainstream than many Christians realize? Segment 4 • A surprising statistic suggests most professing Christians believe God wants them to be financially prosperous. • Would you rather have a larger bank account—or peace, joy, and a clear conscience? • Todd challenges popular assumptions about blessing, wealth, and what true prosperity actually looks like. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!