This week, Justin and Scott talk about our new sermon series in Isaiah and what they hope the church gains from this prophetic book. You can listen on your favorite podcast app or online below. The Words of Grace Podcast seeks to clarify, amplify, and apply...
The opening words of the Lord in Isaiah are to his children. The Lord exposes their sin and displays his grace. His children have turned from him, he calls them back. If they return, he promises cleansing, restoration, and renewal. The book of Isaiah is...
The rich grace of God by which he saved us also supplies everything we need to grow in godliness. Today, we consider what God has granted us by grace, and how we build on our faith. The earnestness with which Peter reminds the church of...
At the end of the Apostle Peter’s first letter to the churches we hear the great promise that gives us hope in our present suffering. As sojourners in this world, our suffering comes in many forms. In this passage, the suffering is in the form...
This week Justin and Scott discuss how we can submit under God’s hand, and how to live with tension as Christians in our world. The Words of Grace Podcast seeks to clarify, amplify, and apply the Sunday morning sermon at Grace Community Church. From time to...
The command to humble ourselves is based on the promise that God gives grace to those who do so. Humility is a posture of mind and heart that is consistent with the reality that God is Lord. It is an attitude toward God and others....
“Feed my sheep,” Jesus said to Peter just before he ascended into heaven. Peter carried out his ministry to the sojourning and suffering congregations with these words ringing in his ears. Now, he is passing the exhortation on to elders who will do the same....
This week, Justin and Scott consider how a healthy congregation helps during times of suffering. 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...
The congregation that is faithful to Christ and helpful to suffering sojourners prays effectively, loves earnestly, shows hospitality, and stewards the gifts of God by serving one another. As the church is obedient in these things, the Lord glorifies his name in the world. Each...
Some level of suffering is inevitable for the follower of Christ. This passage exhorts Christians to arm themselves with the attitude of Christ for the purpose of suffering. These mindset munitions include living for the will of God, rejoicing in our partnership with Christ, and...
