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In this episode of Grace Hill Church's podcast, we explore one of Jesus' most challenging commands: love your enemies (Luke 6:27-36). This radical, self-sacrificing love isn't based on feelings but on action—breaking cycles of retaliation and mirroring Christ's heart. In a culture driven by division and outrage, Jesus calls His followers to embody costly love, not the cheap, conditional love the world offers. Tune in to this week's teaching to consider the life-changing power of loving your enemies—because in doing so, you'll never look more like Jesus.
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Teaching Text: Luke 5:27-3227 After that He went out and looked at a tax collector named Levi sitting in the tax office, and He said to him, “Follow Me.” 28 And he left everything behind, and got up and began following Him.29 And Levi gave a big reception for Him in his house; and there was a large crowd of tax collectors and other people who were reclining at the table with them. 30 The Pharisees and their scribes began grumbling to His disciples, saying, “Why do you eat and drink with the tax collectors and sinners?” 31 And Jesus answered and said to them, “It is not those who are healthy who need a physician, but those who are sick. 32 I have not come to call the righteous to repentance, but sinners.” Primary Sources:Fighting Shadows- Jon Tyson and Jefferson BethkeFor Everyone (Matthew and Luke)- N.T. WrightLuke: An Introduction and Commentary TNTC- Leon Morris
A new MP3 sermon from Grace Hill Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Without the Blood Speaker: Lee Callicutt Broadcaster: Grace Hill Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 1/14/2024 Length: 43 min.
Outline:1. Reveal Yourself to Us, God (1-2): A plea for God to dramatically reveal Himself, tearing through the heavens, and making His name known to the nations. Seeking God's presence in the midst of uncertainties. 2. Remember God's Good Deeds (3-4): Recounting the awesome things God has done unexpectedly. Reflecting on personal experiences of God's unexpected goodness and relating them to Psalm 77. 3. Remember Your Best Efforts Fall Short (5-7): Acknowledging our uncleanliness and the inadequacy of our best efforts. Recognizing the need to surrender to God's grace in our shortcomings. 4. Release the Future into God's Hands (8-9): Surrendering the future into God's hands, acknowledging God as the Potter and trusting in His control. A call to release worries about the future into God's care. As we journey through Isaiah's prayer, we unveil a resilient hope that thrives not in the absence of challenges but in the steadfast assurance of God's enduring promises. It's a hope grounded in the unchanging character of God, bringing light into the darkest corners of our lives. Join us in preparing hearts for Advent, cultivating a hope that endures beyond circumstances. Scripture References:Isaiah 64Psalm 119:18; Psalm 77; Proverbs 3:5-6Isaiah 63:91 Corinthians 1:3-9Numbers 6:24-26
Scripture References: Malachi 3:1-6Isaiah 40:3; Isaiah 54:7-8; Isaiah 29:13; Micah 6:8Hebrews 9:14; 1 Peter 1:18-19Ephesians 1:15-23Numbers 6:24-26Episode Highlights: Anticipating the Messenger's Arrival: Reflect on John the Baptist preparing the way and the significance of waiting for Christmas.Allowing Our Hearts to Be Refined: Understanding God's refining fire and how it shapes us into vessels of grace.Pursuing Truer Worship: Exploring the call for genuine worship and its restoration through Jesus Christ.The Gospel Message: Unpacking the Covenant Messenger, the Refining Fire, and the Restoration of True Worship in the context of the gospel.Scripture Reflections: Isaiah 40:3, Isaiah 54:7-8, Isaiah 29:13, Micah 6:8, Hebrews 9:14, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Ephesians 1:15-23, Numbers 6:24-26.Closing Invitation:Join us in preparing hearts for Advent—embracing anticipation, allowing refinement, and pursuing truer worship. The gospel unfolds the transformative power of Christ's coming, bringing fulfillment to ancient prophecies and redemption to our lives. May this Advent be a time of profound reflection and spiritual preparation. As we await Christ's second coming, may our worship be genuine and our hearts surrendered.
Philip Yancey once said, "Grace means there is nothing we can do to make God love us more, and grace means there is nothing we can do to make God love us less." In this captivating episode, we embark on a journey to unravel the profound nature of God's grace. We confront a universal problem—we often strive for satisfaction through experiences, material possessions, self-interest, community, and joy but find ourselves unfulfilled. Drawing wisdom from the parable of the prodigal son, we explore how grace is experiential, material, individual, communal, and joyful. Discover how the grace of Jesus transforms lives, offering the ultimate satisfaction we all seek.
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the timeless parable of the prodigal son, exploring its profound lessons on grace and belonging. The episode begins with a compelling quote from Tim Keller, painting a vivid picture of two sons, one 'bad' and one 'good,' both alienated from their father, using him as a means to their ends rather than seeking a genuine relationship. The problem is universal: we all relate to God differently and sometimes bargain with Him, creating agreements that we hold up only if God meets our desires. But when life doesn't go as planned, we feel abandoned. The context is set with Jesus' ministry, where He associated with both 'sinners' and 'Pharisees,' paving the way for this powerful parable. In this episode, we will learn about the younger son, who says, "I want my share now." His journey is marked by self-centeredness and immediate gratification. Similarly, the older brother, bitter and resentful, declares, "You owe me." Both represent lost paths. The episode culminates with the profound message of the Gospel: where sin abounds, grace abounds even more; grace is found when we humbly confess our unworthiness, and with the Father, there is always a place back home.
In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of our series, exploring how to navigate the fear and chaos that surrounds us. We begin with a touching story about a fearful child seeking comfort, highlighting the very real fears we all face today. From shifting societal values to concerns about religious freedom and political polarization, there's much that can cause anxiety. But, as we'll discover, the incarnation of Jesus is our guide in these turbulent times. The incarnation represents God's profound act of becoming fully human in Jesus Christ. It's a testament to God's love for humanity and His desire for reconciliation. Jesus entered the world of others, demonstrating love by stepping into their lives. We'll learn that, like Jesus, we should enter the worlds of those around us, showing love and compassion, even when we may not fully understand or agree with them. This requires us to hold onto our convictions while embracing others. It's a delicate balance, but one worth striving for. Moreover, we'll explore the tension of living between two worlds - the "already" and the "not yet." Just as Jesus said, "My kingdom is not of this world," we, too, must seek a kingdom perspective in navigating chaos. We'll wrap up by emphasizing that love must have a face, and the face of love is Jesus Christ. As we follow His example of love, patience, and kindness, we can make the incarnation our model for loving well. The episode concludes with a reminder from 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 about what love truly means, and the importance of allowing Jesus' love to shine through us as we face the chaos of the world.
In this episode, we explore the profound message of grace and belonging through a captivating parable. We begin with a striking painting, diving into its details and the emotions it evokes, setting the stage for our journey. The problem is universal – we all long for moments of "homecoming," where grace and belonging embrace us. We see this echoed in the stories of the 'sinners' and 'Pharisees' drawn to Jesus, and we realize that we, too, seek these elements in our lives. The context unfolds, revealing Jesus' association with 'sinners' and 'tax collectors,' much to the dismay of the religious elite. We delve into the significance of teaching, associating, and eating with these groups, emphasizing Jesus' incarnational love. The message is clear: Jesus teaches us to seek grace and belonging not through fleeting pursuits like pleasure, power, envy, or greed, nor through rigid religious rituals, but through Him. His death and resurrection offer lasting satisfaction and belonging, unburdening us from the fruitless pursuit of worldly desires. As we close, we invite you to confess and find rest in Him, discovering the ultimate satisfaction and belonging that only Jesus provides.
In this inspiring episode, we journey through the profound concept of grace, exploring how it stands as a powerful game-changer in our lives. The episode opens by highlighting the common struggle of many: misunderstanding or underestimating God's grace. In a world that celebrates achievement and merit, grace often feels too good to be true, leaving us hesitant to accept it. The core problem is our varied ways of relating to God, either dismissing grace as unattainable or trying to earn it through our own efforts. The episode goes on to explain that grace is free to receive, offering an essential lifeline in our imperfections. The heart of the episode centers on the parable of the prodigal son. Three key insights into the father's grace are unveiled: The Father's Grace Was Waiting: The father's love and compassion were unwavering, even when his son was a long way off. The Father's Grace Was Immediate: The father didn't hesitate to embrace his son and celebrate his return. The Father's Grace Was Costly: A feast was prepared, illustrating the richness of God's grace. Listeners are encouraged to avoid dismissing grace as unattainable or trying to earn it through their actions. Tim Keller's quote underscores that God's grace is a free gift that we can never be too bad to receive nor too good to earn. The episode beautifully articulates that grace transcends our imperfections. It reveals that through Jesus and His sacrifice, we can freely receive God's grace. A transformative story is shared to illustrate this message. In conclusion, the episode emphasizes that God's grace is both costly and free, and it awaits everyone, ready to change lives. The podcast encourages listeners to embrace this priceless gift, emphasizing that God's grace is "more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope."
In today's insightful episode, we're diving deep into the timely topic of tribalism – how our differences can divide us, both in the church and in our world. Join us as we unpack Romans 14:1-13, exploring practical ways to pursue unity, resist judgment, and embrace a Kingdom-centered perspective. Get ready to trade tribalism for unity and become a community of grace and peace. Tune in now!
This series message content is largely based off of Pete Scazzarro's book, "Emotionally Healthy Discipleship."Buy the book HERE
Saint Augustine writes in his Confessions, “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.” This is the reality. We search for a savior or a king, we will always be restless in that search until we rest in Jesus. Tune in this week as we hear from Pastor Jason in week 14 of our latest teaching series, "Encountering Jesus."
Join us for Week 13 of our 'Encountering Jesus' message series on gracehill901.com! In this episode, we explore the profound theme of rescue in the kingdom of God. Throughout Scripture, we see how God has consistently rescued His people through divine acts, individuals, or circumstances. In Mark 4, we encounter Jesus as the great rescuer, calming the storm and revealing His power over the chaos in our lives. Discover how the story of Jesus resonates with the need for rescue in our own hearts and learn how His presence is our ultimate peace in the fiercest storms. Tune in for a powerful reminder that Jesus not only rescues us but becomes our rescue.
Join us for Week 10 of our "Encountering Jesus" podcast at Grace Hill Church. In this episode, we dive into the captivating story of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. Discover the deeper meaning behind this encounter and its relevance to our lives today. We'll explore two significant temptations Jesus faced: questioning His identity and forsaking His allegiance to God. Through Scripture, we see how Jesus responds flawlessly, showing us the way to overcome temptation. Find encouragement in the truth that Jesus, through His triumph, seals our identity as beloved children of God and calls us to prioritize our allegiance to Him above all else. Don't miss this powerful episode as we navigate the timeless lessons from Jesus' wilderness experience.
Welcome to Week 4 of the "Encountering Jesus" series, brought to you by Grace Hill Church. In this episode, we dive deeper into the profound teachings from Luke 24, exploring the questions that both the disciples and we wrestle with in our lives when encountering the resurrected Jesus. What does it mean for us? How does it change us? Last week, we discovered that when we encounter Jesus, we begin to see that He is the center of a grander story, the cause of a greater hope, and the certainty of a gentler promise. Today, we focus on the latter. Certainty is often elusive in our lives. We've experienced broken promises and have let others down with broken promises of our own. We are tempted to find certainty in our careers, health, family, hobbies, or even politics. However, placing our certainty in anything other than Jesus and His promises will inevitably disappoint and leave us feeling defeated. But Jesus is different. He is the certainty of a gentler promise, a promise that is a gift we do not earn or deserve. He knew we would need help and reminders of His faithfulness, so He sent the Holy Spirit out of His love and mercy. The Holy Spirit comforts, guides, teaches, and helps us because Jesus loves us. He keeps His promises. Join us for this enlightening episode as we delve into the certainty of a gentler promise in Jesus. Discover how placing our trust in Him brings true rest, peace, and a hope that never disappoints.
Welcome to the Grace Hill Church sermon podcast! This week marks "Think Differently Week 8," and we are excited to feature a message by Randall Johnson, one of our elders, who spoke on Philippians 3:1-11. In his message, Randall explores the two paths to salvation taught by the world's religions: works and faith. While every other religion teaches salvation by works, Christianity offers a different path. Christianity recognizes that we don't have the ability to win God over by our goodness alone. We need someone to pay the penalty for our rebellion, and that someone is Jesus. Randall reminds us that false teachers may try to convince us that we need to keep the Law of Moses or submit to circumcision to earn God's favor. But Paul, in his letter to the Philippians, warns against putting confidence in the flesh. As followers of Jesus, we are truly circumcised when we worship by the Holy Spirit of God. Join us as we reflect on this powerful message and learn how we can embrace salvation by faith alone. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to stay up-to-date with our weekly sermons!
Noah Joyner, the President and Founder of the Hispaniola Institute of Theology (HIT), visits us to share about their work in the Dominican Republic and take us through a similar workshop they teach their students. Grace Hill Church has been a partner with HIT for the last five years.
Noah Joyner, the President and Founder of the Hispaniola Institute of Theology (HIT), visits us to share about their work in the Dominican Republic and take us through a similar workshop they teach their students. Grace Hill Church has been a partner with HIT for the last five years.
SCRIPTURE TEXT:Philippians 1:3-11
On the 5th Anniversary of Grace Hill Church, guest speaker Chris Gaynor guides us through 2 Chronicles 14:11, to study […]
On the 5th Anniversary of Grace Hill Church, guest speaker Chris Gaynor guides us through 2 Chronicles 14:11, to study the prayer of Asa as an example of one that admits dependency on, and faith in, God.
THIS EPISODE:Prayer is one of life's great mysteries. Most people pray at least sometimes; some people a great deal. For some, it seems like shouting into a void on the off-chance there may be someone out there listening. For others, prayer merges into love, and the presence of God becomes palpable. But for most Christians, it's somewhere in the middle. And for many of us, it's not just a mystery but a puzzle. We know we ought to do it, but aren't quite sure how to “do it right.”Jesus gave us a model for prayer placing it in the context of relationship with our heavenly Father. Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Matthew 6:5-9 (NIV)—5 “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full.6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words.8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.9 “This, then, is how you should pray: “ ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name,
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SOLA Network had the privilege of speaking to Thomas Hwang, lead pastor at Grace Hill Church and co-host of the podcast Off the Pulpit. He is also a SOLA Network editorial board member. Thomas Hwang talked to Aaron Lee, social media manager at SOLA Network about the trends and blindspots of the Asian American church. We hope you are challenged by this important interview in which they discuss trends in the Asian American churches, reaching unchurched people, blindspots of older Asian American leaders, and blindspots of younger Asian American leaders. Video and transcript: https://sola.network/article/trends-and-blindspots-asian-american-church-interview/ Shownotes: Article: https://sola.network/article/spiritual-abuse-why-the-church-needs-to-talk-about-this-problem/ Article: https://sola.network/article/why-does-spiritual-abuse-take-place-in-a-church/ Article: https://sola.network/article/sex-before-marriage/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-pulpit/id1530814844 Panel interview: https://youtu.be/lASSHNdRQuA Links: Weekly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif Monthly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesolanetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg Podcast: http://anchor.fm/solanetwork Website: https://sola.network
Churches today have made national headlines due to members experiencing spiritual abuse from church leaders. But what is spiritual abuse and what does it look like in an Asian American church context? How can churches create a culture that guards against this spiritual abuse and bring healing to those who have experienced it? The fifth session of the Asian American Leadership Conference (AALC) addressed these questions in a panel discussion moderated by Pastor Thomas Hwang. Thomas Hwang is the lead pastor at Grace Hill Church and a SOLA Network editorial board member. The speakers on the panel were Soojin Park, Joanna Wong, and Jason Min. Soojin Park is the director of Youth Ministry and CCI at Christ Central Presbyterian Church in Centreville, Virginia. Joanna Wong is a deacon and lay counselor at Center Church in Irvine, CA. She is also a supervising family law attorney at a pro bono law firm and a Certified Domestic Violence Victim Advocate. Jason Min is the Lead Pastor at Citizens LA in Downtown Los Angeles. Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lASSHNdRQuA Links: Weekly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/tgif Monthly Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/sola/newsletter Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesolanetwork Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesolanetwork Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesolanetwork YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsoKbSYBbZZoovA24PhqAg Podcast: http://anchor.fm/solanetwork Website: https://sola.network
THIS EPISODE:“Where are you God? Why is this happening?” Pain, trauma & tragedy are inevitably circumstances that seem to challenge everything we think we know about the goodness of God. As followers of Jesus trying to process these things, it's the deep questions we find ourselves facing & wrestling with (often quietly) that make us timidly wonder, “Can I really even say that out loud?”The answer is yes. The “Psalms of Lament” give us permission & even a framework of sorts to how we can (and need to) say the hard things out loud that we can't make any sense of in life. It's a spiritual process of moving from heartbreak to hope that gives us permission to honestly process the pain, all while searching for God's grace and understanding.Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Psalm 13 (CSB)—Psalm 13A Plea for Deliverance | A psalm of David1 How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever?How long will you hide your face from me?2 How long will I store up anxious concerns[a] within me,agony in my mind every day?How long will my enemy dominate me?3 Consider me and answer, Lord my God.Restore brightness to my eyes;otherwise, I will sleep in death.4 My enemy will say, “I have triumphed over him,”and my foes will rejoice because I am shaken.5 But I have trusted in your faithful love;my heart will rejoice in your deliverance.6 I will sing to the Lordbecause he has treated me generously.
THIS EPISODE:Don't we have a few things worth lamenting together?A lament is spiritual permission to process the pain of life all while searching for God's grace and understanding. We'll never escape pain, heartache, or disappointment in this lifetime, but we can more surely become better equipped to process it with the Lord. In this episode we look at when a group or nation vocalizes corporate pain, grief, fear, or some other strong emotion together. And we consider how communal lamenting can help us process our pain as a people, and simultaneously remind us of the goodness of our great God.Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Psalm 12:1-8 (CSB)—1 Help, Lord, for no faithful one remains; the loyal have disappeared from the human race. 2 They lie to one another; they speak with flattering lips and deceptive hearts. 3 May the Lord cut off all flattering lips and the tongue that speaks boastfully. 4 They say, “Through our tongues we have power; our lips are our own—who can be our master?” 5 “Because of the devastation of the needy and the groaning of the poor, I will now rise up,” says the Lord. “I will provide safety for the one who longs for it. 6 The words of the Lord are pure words, like silver refined in an earthen furnace, purified seven times. 7 You, Lord, will guard us; you will protect us from this generation forever. 8 The wicked prowl all around, and what is worthless is exalted by the human race.
Is it okay to pray for the destruction of your enemy?Recently we've come to understand Biblical lamenting as honestly bringing our raw complaints to God (even if they are about Him), praying boldly for Him to right the wrongs, and choosing to trust Him with His answer.But what when Godly people pray for children of their enemy to be harmed? Or what about Jonah earnestly praying to God for God to destroy the Ninevites? Is this a good way of lamenting or simply mean-spirited?These are prayers of imprecation, and understanding their purpose and meaning can help us grapple with the seeming tension between making heartfelt pleas to God for specific justice against evil, and also loving our enemies and even praying for them. Loving our enemy does not absolve them of sin or from the justice their sin deserves, and grasping God's heart for both is imperative to understanding the place for prayers of imprecation in our lives.Let's unpack this and more in today's message…
THIS EPISODE:How much does the Trinity matter to you? If you found out tomorrow that God is actually only one person instead of three, would your relationship with God feel any different? Would it require a drastic overhaul in the way you think or witness or pray?While most Christians have retained a formal belief in the Trinity, what we need to recover is an understanding of what it really means and why it matters so much. Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—John 16:12-15 (CSB)—12 “I still have many things to tell you, but you can't bear them now. 13 When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth. For he will not speak on his own, but he will speak whatever he hears. He will also declare to you what is to come. 14 He will glorify me, because he will take from what is mine and declare it to you. 15 Everything the Father has is mine. This is why I told you that he takes from what is mine and will declare it to you.
THIS EPISODE:It's astonishing how much a medical crisis can bring us to the point of hopelessness. Despairing of any healthy, normal living, all the color seems to fade out of life, and the joy you once had seems gone.And perhaps even more devastating when your child is on a course for destruction, and you feel totally unable to do anything to stop it. How can you have joy in life if your child is suffering? You'd gladly take your child's place, but you cannot.In today's message we consider two people seeking Jesus' help from serious crises, but who did not resign themselves to suffering in the grave of hopelessness, and instead found help and healing in the garden of new life.Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Luke 8:40-56 (CSB)—A Girl Restored and a Woman Healed40 When Jesus returned, the crowd welcomed him, for they were all expecting him. 41 Just then, a man named Jairus came. He was a leader of the synagogue. He fell down at Jesus's feet and pleaded with him to come to his house, 42 because he had an only daughter about twelve years old, and she was dying.While he was going, the crowds were nearly crushing him. 43 A woman suffering from bleeding for twelve years, who had spent all she had on doctors[a] and yet could not be healed by any, 44 approached from behind and touched the end of his robe. Instantly her bleeding stopped.45 “Who touched me?” Jesus asked.When they all denied it, Peter[b] said, “Master, the crowds are hemming you in and pressing against you.”[c]46 “Someone did touch me,” said Jesus. “I know that power has gone out from me.” 47 When the woman saw that she was discovered, she came trembling and fell down before him. In the presence of all the people, she declared the reason she had touched him and how she was instantly healed. 48 “Daughter,” he said to her, “your faith has saved you.[d] Go in peace.”49 While he was still speaking, someone came from the synagogue leader's house and said, “Your daughter is dead. Don't bother the teacher anymore.”50 When Jesus heard it, he answered him, “Don't be afraid. Only believe, and she will be saved.”[e] 51 After he came to the house, he let no one enter with him except Peter, John, James, and the child's father and mother. 52 Everyone was crying and mourning for her. But he said, “Stop crying, because she is not dead but asleep.”53 They laughed at him, because they knew she was dead. 54 So he[f] took her by the hand and called out, “Child, get up!” 55 Her spirit returned, and she got up at once. Then he gave orders that she be given something to eat. 56 Her parents were astounded, but he instructed them to tell no one what had happened.
THIS EPISODE:Have you ever had something that really mattered stolen from you? In reality we've all had something essential taken from us—something of great consequence stolen from us when sin entered the world & started corrupting everything. But Jesus came to the world to absolutely put things back to rights.In this message we consider five indispensable things that've been stolen from us all because of this world's brokenness, and how deeply King Jesus cares to restore them whole to us again.Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Luke 8:26-39 (NLT)—Jesus Heals a Demon-Possessed Man26 So they arrived in the region of the Gerasenes,[a] across the lake from Galilee. 27 As Jesus was climbing out of the boat, a man who was possessed by demons came out to meet him. For a long time he had been homeless and naked, living in the tombs outside the town.28 As soon as he saw Jesus, he shrieked and fell down in front of him. Then he screamed, “Why are you interfering with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? Please, I beg you, don't torture me!” 29 For Jesus had already commanded the evil[b] spirit to come out of him. This spirit had often taken control of the man. Even when he was placed under guard and put in chains and shackles, he simply broke them and rushed out into the wilderness, completely under the demon's power.30 Jesus demanded, “What is your name?”“Legion,” he replied, for he was filled with many demons. 31 The demons kept begging Jesus not to send them into the bottomless pit.[c]32 There happened to be a large herd of pigs feeding on the hillside nearby, and the demons begged him to let them enter into the pigs.So Jesus gave them permission. 33 Then the demons came out of the man and entered the pigs, and the entire herd plunged down the steep hillside into the lake and drowned.34 When the herdsmen saw it, they fled to the nearby town and the surrounding countryside, spreading the news as they ran. 35 People rushed out to see what had happened. A crowd soon gathered around Jesus, and they saw the man who had been freed from the demons. He was sitting at Jesus' feet, fully clothed and perfectly sane, and they were all afraid. 36 Then those who had seen what happened told the others how the demon-possessed man had been healed. 37 And all the people in the region of the Gerasenes begged Jesus to go away and leave them alone, for a great wave of fear swept over them.So Jesus returned to the boat and left, crossing back to the other side of the lake. 38 The man who had been freed from the demons begged to go with him. But Jesus sent him home, saying, 39 “No, go back to your family, and tell them everything God has done for you.” So he went all through the town proclaiming the great things Jesus had done for him.
THIS EPISODE:“Storms” in life are inevitable. They often come suddenly, with no clear timeline or certain outcome, and almost always demand our full attention to contend with.In this series we've been looking at the stories of people who felt all hope was lost, fear had consumed, and tragedy had won—until Jesus arrived. When the "storms" of life suddenly emerge, we're faced with the same two questions Jesus' followers were faced with on one fateful night: “Who is Jesus?” and “Will I really trust him?”Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Luke 8:22-25 (CSB)—Wind and Waves Obey Jesus22 One day he and his disciples got into a boat, and he told them, “Let's cross over to the other side of the lake.” So they set out, 23 and as they were sailing he fell asleep. Then a fierce windstorm came down on the lake; they were being swamped and were in danger. 24 They came and woke him up, saying, “Master, Master, we're going to die!”Then he got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waves. So they ceased, and there was a calm. 25 He said to them, “Where is your faith?”They were fearful and amazed, asking one another, “Who then is this? He commands even the winds and the waves, and they obey him!”
THIS EPISODE:We all face moments in life when our future seems hopelessly stolen away. Suddenly steeped in insecurity, uncertainty swells, dreams are dashed. How can you find hope in these moments?In this episode we consider what happens when Jesus interrupts a funeral procession of a now-childless widow, and turns her grave of insecurity into a garden of provision. In thoughtfully considering the 3 ways Jesus responded to this dire situation, we can see how he interacts in the same way with us, graciously restoring our lost hope in the deeply insecure moments we face.Let's unpack this and more in today's message… ___PRIMARY TEXT:—Luke 7:11-15 (CSB)—A Widow's Son Raised to Life11 Afterward he was on his way to a town called Nain. His disciples and a large crowd were traveling with him. 12 Just as he neared the gate of the town, a dead man was being carried out. He was his mother's only son, and she was a widow. A large crowd from the town was also with her. 13 When the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said, “Don't weep.” 14 Then he came up and touched the open coffin, and the pallbearers stopped. And he said, “Young man, I tell you, get up!”15 The dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him to his mother.
THIS EPISODE:The struggle of power. It's clear that there are powerful forces all around us constantly competing for preeminence and authority over each other. From macro political & cultural ideologies to struggling friendships and marriages, these opposing forces seem stuck in cycles of constantly grappling with each other for greater influence, control, and ultimately power.In this episode we look at a different kind of power—In considering Jesus' encounter with an unlikely character, we see through his eyes an unexpected, seemingly counterintuitive kind of power unlike anything we typically find ourselves drawn to. Let's unpack this and more in today's message…___PRIMARY TEXT:—Luke 7:1-10 (CSB)—A Centurion's Faith7 When he had concluded saying all this to the people who were listening, he entered Capernaum. 2 A centurion's servant, who was highly valued by him, was sick and about to die. 3 When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to him, requesting him to come and save the life of his servant. 4 When they reached Jesus, they pleaded with him earnestly, saying, “He is worthy for you to grant this, 5 because he loves our nation and has built us a synagogue.”6 Jesus went with them, and when he was not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to tell him, “Lord, don't trouble yourself, since I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. 7 That is why I didn't even consider myself worthy to come to you. But say the word, and my servant will be healed.[a] 8 For I too am a man placed under authority, having soldiers under my command. I say to this one, ‘Go,' and he goes; and to another, ‘Come,' and he comes; and to my servant, ‘Do this,' and he does it.”9 Jesus heard this and was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following him, he said, “I tell you, I have not found so great a faith even in Israel.” 10 When those who had been sent returned to the house, they found the servant in good health.
Jesus is risen! Join us at Grace Hill Church as we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus through studying Luke 24:1-12.
Jesus is risen! Join us at Grace Hill Church as we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus through studying Luke 24:1-12.
Jesus is risen! Join us at Grace Hill Church as we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus through studying Luke 24:1-12.
THIS EPISODE:Have you ever felt deeply wounded by disappointment? Chances are we all have at some point for one reason or another. But have you ever found yourself feeling disappointed with God? Being completely honest, it's only human at times when facing our own unmet expectations or when circumstances suddenly seem changed against us.It seems an enduring truth that we can never seem to escape deep disappointments in others and sometimes even in God while living in this world. But a deeper truth also exists—that we can also never escape Jesus' abiding grace in our lives. And this truth, when understood, means we don't have to carry the shame or bitterness of our disappointments anymore.Let's unpack this and more in today's message…___PRIMARY TEXT:—Luke 24:1-12 (NIV)—Jesus Has Risen24 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. 2 They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them. 5 In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? 6 He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: 7 ‘The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.' ” 8 Then they remembered his words.9 When they came back from the tomb, they told all these things to the Eleven and to all the others. 10 It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the others with them who told this to the apostles. 11 But they did not believe the women, because their words seemed to them like nonsense. 12 Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. Bending over, he saw the strips of linen lying by themselves, and he went away, wondering to himself what had happened.
As we enter 2022, our Lead Pastor, Allan McCullough, walks us through 1 John 4:7-12 to help us understand our desire for every person who is a part of Grace Hill Church this year.
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