Podcast appearances and mentions of grace upon grace

In this Advent message, we turn to John 1:14–18 to behold Jesus Christ—the eternal Word made flesh, full of grace and truth. This sermon reminds us that the Christian life doesn't begin with grace and then move on without it. From first to last, we live by drawing from the fullness of Christ: grace upon grace.Discover how Jesus is greater than all who came before Him, supplies what we can never provide for ourselves, fulfills what the law could not, and makes the invisible God fully known. Whether you're weary, striving, or simply in need of renewal, this message calls us to return again and again to Christ Himself—the living source of our life and hope.Mission Church — www.missionlasvegas.com

Title: Joy to the WorldText: Psalm 98:1–9Originally delivered on 21 December 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

As we journey into the Christmas season, Charlette and David discuss this week's Gospel reading from John. Charlette reflects on the grace upon grace piled up by God for us. And David reflects on how Joseph's fatherhood exemplifies that lived grace. We wish you a very Merry Christmas season. Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. Click here to learn more about EDSD's great work in our region and how you can support this ministry.Remember to get in contact with us!Email: faithtogo@edsd.orgInstagram: @faithtogo

Christmas Love“God with us” is the tangible expression of God's love—a love that was promised, embodied, and then poured out, so that it can now be received and extended to others.  Join us as we ponder what the incarnation reveals about God's love.

Title: Long Live the KingText: Psalm 72:1–20Originally delivered on 14 December 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: The King's Advent and His Unstoppable DecreeText: Psalm 2:1–12Originally delivered on 7 December 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this stirring and deeply encouraging Advent message, Pastor Karl continues the series The King Has Come with a raw and life-giving exploration of the second great gift Jesus brings: peace.Turning to the familiar yet profound scene in Luke 2:8–20, Pastor Karl invites us into the midnight terror of ordinary shepherds—suddenly confronted by the blinding glory of God—and shows how the very first words from heaven that night were not “Merry Christmas,” but “Fear not.” That first Christmas did not begin with sentimental calm; it began with paralyzing, mega-fear. And right there, in the middle of stacked-on-stacked fear, the angel announced good news of great joy: a Savior has been born who is Christ the Lord, the Prince of Peace.With pastoral tenderness and unflinching honesty, Pastor Karl unmasks fear as the mortal enemy of peace—how it magnifies threats, shrinks our view of God, and paints our future in colors darker than God ever intended. Yet the gospel is stronger: peace is not the absence of trouble but the presence of a Person. Peace is not something Jesus gives; peace is who Jesus is—and He gives Himself.Through the shepherds' journey from terror to testimony, we're given clear, scriptural paths out of fear and into the unshakable peace of Christ: speaking God's truth over fear's lies, refusing to agree with the spirit of fear, drawing near to Jesus through spiritual disciplines, and taking bold steps of obedience that move us against comfort and toward surrender.This is a word for everyone whose heart has been ruled by anxiety, worst-case scenarios, or the quiet fears that steal joy—especially in this season. A tender yet urgent call to stop trusting the unknown future to our own control and start trusting it to the known God who entered our fear as a baby in a manger.Because the King has come, fear does not get the final word. Peace does. And when the Prince of Peace takes over a life, what spills out is no longer fear—but praise, testimony, and unshakable confidence in the goodness of God.Essential listening for anyone who longs to trade fear for the peace that passes all understanding this Christmas.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Title: The God of the Poor and NeedyText: Psalm 70:1–5Originally delivered on 23 November 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

In this sobering and soul-searching message, Pastor Karl dives deep into Matthew 5:17–48, where Jesus declares that He came not to abolish the Law but to fulfill it—and then raises the bar of righteousness far beyond anything the scribes and Pharisees ever imagined.Through six piercing examples—anger that murders the heart, lust that commits adultery in the mind, casual divorce, manipulative oaths, retaliation, and hatred disguised as justice—Jesus exposes the truth we all try to avoid: outward obedience is never enough. God judges the heart. Every single one of us stands guilty before His perfect standard.Yet the bad news is meant to drive us to the best news. Pastor Karl powerfully unpacks how Jesus' command in verse 48—“You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect”—is not a cruel impossible demand, but the very reason the Son of God came. We cannot achieve the righteousness God requires, so God freely gives it to us through faith in Christ. Jesus took our unrighteousness and imputes His perfect righteousness to all who repent and trust Him.A hard-hitting, heart-exposing sermon that leaves no room for self-righteousness, but ends with the liberating joy of the gospel: guilty sinners can be clothed in the very righteousness of God and stand before Him as if we had never sinned. Essential listening for anyone who wonders, “How can I ever be right with a holy God?”Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Title: Worthy Is the LambText: Exodus 12:1–42Originally delivered on 16 November 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: The People of the PassoverText: Exodus 11:1—13:16Originally delivered on 9 November 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: The God Who Hardens and HealsText: Exodus 8:20—10:29Originally delivered on 2 November 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Lessons from the PlaguesText: Exodus 7:14—8:19Originally delivered on 26 October 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: The Staff, the Serpent, and the Sovereign OneText: Exodus 7:8–13Originally delivered on 19 October 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Excuses, Expectations, and the Faithfulness of GodText: Exodus 5:1—7:7Originally delivered on 12 October 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

God said this is a year to XPAND, and He is awakening the Church to be spiritually alert and to defeat the enemy on every side! We are “loving God passionately and serving others significantly,” by being the encounter with God that someone needs! Several people came to the front to tell how God is helping them to “embrace, display and share” God's love. Pastor Dawn made a prophetic declaration that we are in a new season of God's blessings being poured out! Breakthroughs are coming, prodigals are continuing to come home, and many are giving testimonies of finding salvation and acceptance in Jesus. Pastor Dawn led us in joining our hearts with the “Communion America” event held in Washington DC this weekend that released unity, healing, repentance and blessing. God is healing our land, and we are being empowered by the Holy Spirit to shift into a new season where GRACE UPON GRACE is being poured out on us!

Title: The Great Exchange and the Doctrine That Defines Your FaithText: Romans 4:1–25Originally delivered on 5 October 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Title: Crooked Accounting and the Scandal of GraceText: Luke 16:1–13Originally delivered on 28 September 2025 at Stonington Baptist Church, Paxinos, PAFor more content like this, visit www.graceupongrace.net Get full access to Grace Upon Grace at www.graceupongrace.net/subscribe

Andrew Phillips-9/21/25-Grace upon Grace

When we get to heaven we are not only be in awe of the glory of God, but also at that of our brothers and sisters. The grace that would take us from rebels to saints is amazing. Paul prays that God will resolve our every resolve for good and every work of faith by His power.

The sermon explores the relationship between the Old Testament Mosaic law and the New Testament grace offered through Jesus Christ, arguing that the phrase 'grace upon grace' signifies a fulfillment rather than a replacement of the law. It contends that the Old Testament covenant, while structured by law, was itself a gracious expression of God's covenant with his people, and that the law served to intensify blessings and reveal God's character. Drawing on Reformed theological tradition, the sermon emphasizes that the law is an integral aspect of God's covenant, guiding believers toward a deeper understanding of God's will and ultimately pointing to the need for Christ, and that the New Testament builds upon the Old Testament, blossoming from its foundations to offer a fuller revelation of God's grace.

Recorded live on Sunday, June 15th, 2025.

Recorded live on Sunday, June 8th, 2025.

Recorded live on Sunday, June 22nd, 2025.

Recorded live on Sunday, June 29th, 2025.

I'm FINALLY back! After a break for travel and retreat, I'm now back at it with my podcast. I hope that you find what I have to share to be of value in helping you become the saint God has created you to be, and I am excited about what is to come in the weeks and months ahead. Enjoy!In this episode, Christina Semmens reflects on her recent pilgrimage to Ireland and Scotland, emphasizing the importance of patient trust in God's timing and grace. She shares insights from her experiences, including the beauty of nature and the lessons learned during her retreat. Christina discusses the gradual maturation of ideas and the necessity of faithfulness in spiritual practices, encouraging listeners to embrace the slow work of God in their lives. She concludes with practical resolutions for personal growth, focusing on patience and faithfulness.TakeawaysThe summer was a time of grace and reflection.Patient trust is essential in our spiritual journey.Ideas mature gradually; we must allow them to grow.Trusting in God's timing can be challenging but necessary.Faithfulness is more important than success.We often resist change due to our desire for control.Spiritual growth takes longer than we anticipate.Practicing patience can be integrated into daily tasks.Remaining faithful to spiritual practices is crucial.Accepting feelings of suspense and incompleteness is part of the journey.Sound Bites"Trust in the slow work of God""Your ideas mature gradually""Jesus, I trust in you"Chapters00:00 Return from Pilgrimage: A Journey of Grace06:47 Patient Trust: Embracing God's Timing14:46 Faithfulness in the Journey: Lessons from St. Paul22:01 Resolutions for Growth: Practicing Patience and Faithfulness

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In our exploration of Ephesians, we've uncovered a profound truth about God's grace. It's not just a one-time gift that saves us; it's an ongoing power that transforms us. We're reminded that each of us has been given unique spiritual gifts, apportioned by Christ himself. These gifts aren't for our own benefit, but to build up the body of Christ. As we delve into Ephesians 4 and parallel passages, we see how God's grace empowers us to serve others, fostering unity and maturity in the church. This message challenges us to recognize the gifts we've been given and to use them boldly, knowing that we are part of God's continuing mission of rescue and redemption. It's a call to move beyond spiritual infancy, growing in faith and knowledge, and becoming living examples of God's grace to those around us.

This sermon explores the parable of the Prodigal Son, emphasizing God's unconditional love and grace towards both the wayward and the self-righteous. It highlights the contrast between the father's compassionate response and the older brother's resentment, illustrating God's desire for reconciliation and the true meaning of sonship. The message encourages listeners to understand and embrace the heart of the Father, regardless of their past or present spiritual condition.

Is the law a burden, something good, or something else? Join us this morning as Hunter Wolfram brings a word that delivers grace upon grace. Former Pastoral Intern Hunter now works as the Pastor of Discipleship & Community Life at Christ Community Church. We're please to have our friend bring the word this morning!

Grace changes everything.

Recorded live on Sunday, June 1st, 2025.

Psalm 103:title–22 (ESV): 103 OF DAVID. 1 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! 2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, 3 who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, 4 who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, 5 who satisfies you with good so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. 6 The LORD works righteousness and justice for all who are oppressed. 7 He made known his ways to Moses, his acts to the people of Israel. 8 The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. 9 He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. 10 He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. 11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; 12 as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us. 13 As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him. 14 For he knows our frame; he remembers that we are dust. 15 As for man, his days are like grass; he flourishes like a flower of the field; 16 for the wind passes over it, and it is gone, and its place knows it no more. 17 But the steadfast love of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children's children, 18 to those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments. 19 The LORD has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all. 20 Bless the LORD, O you his angels, you mighty ones who do his word, obeying the voice of his word! 21 Bless the LORD, all his hosts, his ministers, who do his will! 22 Bless the LORD, all his works, in all places of his dominion. Bless the LORD, O my soul!

Recorded live on Sunday, May 18th, 2025.

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Recorded live on Sunday, May 4th, 2025.

Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound? What is it that makes grace so sweet, and how does it make a sound? Join Pastor Joel as he shares why grace is so sweet, and to whom it belongs!

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