When a Christian experiences trials, God is working in the heart. He is revealing himself as a generous Father and strengthening us for enduring faithfulness. Our joy comes from knowing God's purpose and relying on his promise as we walk through our trials. Text: James...
This week Justin and Scott talk about why the mindset of being a bondservant of Christ is important. They explore the need to define God correctly, and know his heart, in order to understand the meaning of being Christ's servant. https://s3.amazonaws.com/grace-audio/WoGP/2019/2019WoGP0121.mp3...
A close look at the life of James shows us that though he was the half-brother of Jesus and leader of the church in Jerusalem, it was a resurrection encounter with Christ that changed his heart. James introduces himself as one who moved from unbelief...
In light of our new sermon series in the book of James, Scott and Justin talk abut the need for searching our hearts, and how we can focus on the heart rather than on gaining head-knowledge. https://s3.amazonaws.com/grace-audio/WoGP/2019/2019WoGP0114.mp3...
A close reading of James shows us that every topic mentioned in this little book relates to the heart. Humility of heart before God is the foundation for living as a follower of Christ. Text: The Book of James https://s3.amazonaws.com/grace-audio/Sermons/20190113.mp3...
This week, Justin and Scott discuss Rob Tims' sermon from 2 Peter 3:16-17. How can we identify when we begin to drift towards lawlessness? How can we be consistent in our own Bible reading and prayer for the purpose of growing spiritually? What are our...
The promise of the new heaven and new earth is not a new plan of God. It is the fulfillment and finality of God's eternal plan for his kingdom. In light of this promise, we live now as God's kingdom people by faith, hope, and...
Often we view the birth of Christ as the end of our waiting on the promises of God. But the first coming of Christ is our assurance that he will come again. The promise of Christ's return and the new heaven and new earth awaits...
[This podcast episode was originally posted on January 23, 2018.] Looking back at Paul's prayer in Colossians 1, Justin and Scott discuss the importance of prayer, and ways we can pray for the church. https://s3.amazonaws.com/grace-audio/WoGP/2018/2018WoGP0122.mp3...
When we come to Christ we become his church. Christ is the Living Cornerstone of his church. In Christ we are living stones being built up as the church for ministry in world. Our ministry as a congregation is to witness to the greatness, grace,...
