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miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPaul's Christ-centered Preaching // Acts 17:16-31August 3, 2025 — Five Distinctives at Grace Paul's Biblical pattern for life and ministry. Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-08-031h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastStephen's Christ-centered Preaching // Acts 7July 27, 2025 — Five Distinctives at Grace What makes the testimony of Stephen so powerful? Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-07-271h 01miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPeter's Christ-centered Preaching // Acts 4:1-22July 20, 2025 — Five Distinctives of GCC Six expectations of a church on mission. Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-07-211h 00miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTo the Coming Generation // Psalm 78:1-8July 13, 2025 — Five Distinctives GCC How do we build a righteous legacy that reaches the future? Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-07-1358 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastDaniel's Conclusion(s) Part II // Daniel 12July 6, 2025 — Daniel: God is in Control This Divine Message brings ultimate clarity and comfort in a world of chaos and confusion. Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-07-1352 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPrayer is Spiritual Warfare // Daniel 10June 8, 2025 — Daniel: God is in Control Four Observations from Daniel's life of prayer. Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-06-0856 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastAnswer to Prayer // Daniel 9:20-27June 1, 2025 — Daniel: Answer to Prayer God loves to respond to the prayers of his people! Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-06-0158 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastDaniel's Prayer Part III // Daniel 9:1-19May 25, 2025 — Daniel: God is in Control How to pray Spirit-led and Scripture-fed prayers? Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-05-2851 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastDaniel's Prayer Part II // Daniel 9:1-19May 18, 2025 — Daniel: God is in Control How to pray Scripture-fed and Spirit-led prayers. Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-05-1956 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFour Portraits of Grace // Matthew 1:1-6May 11, 2025 — Mother's Day 2025 Behold the beautiful and scandalous grace of God! Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-05-1154 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe LORD Reigns Part III // Daniel 7:15-28April 6, 2025 — Daniel: God is in Control Our confidence rises when we see that the LORD reigns... Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-04-071h 04miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe Unfailing Love of God // 1 Samuel 20February 16, 2025 — Guest Speaker: Doug Long Four truths about the unfailing love of God. https://migracechurch.com/ https://harvesttraversecity.org/ 2025-02-1854 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe Dreadful Dream Part I // Daniel 2:1-23January 19, 2025 — Daniel: God is in Control Four scenes of God's goodness, grace, and sovereignty. Part I https://migracechurch.com/ 2025-01-191h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastZachariah: Your Prayer has been Heard // Luke 1December 22, 2024 — Advent 2024 Seven moments of faith from Zachariah's life. https://migracechurch.com/ 2024-12-2248 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastAbraham: God Will Provide // Hebrews 11December 15, 2024 — Advent 2024 Three timeless lessons from Abraham https://migracechurch.com/ 2024-12-2254 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA National Crisis // Nehemiah 1:1-4Let Us Rise Up and Build January 30, 2022   Four steps to effectively meeting needs in the work of God. Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI. 2022-02-021h 00miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastNew Sermon Series // Rise Up and Build through NehemiahBeginning January 2022 we will study verse-by-verse through the book of Nehemiah. The need is great. The mission is divine. The invitation is for you. The time is now. Let us rise up and build! Grace Community Church - Richmond, MI.   2022-02-0201 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastAppointing Elders // Acts 14:23 Five Distinctives at Grace January 23, 2022   Four biblical requirements for elders in the church. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-021h 03miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe Glorious Church // Ephesians 5:22-33 Five Distinctives at Grace January 9, 2022   Three truths that shape the identity and mission of the church. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-021h 03miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastLive in God’s Blessing // Deuteronomy 6:1-15 Five Distinctives at Grace January 2, 2022   Three responses to abide in God's blessing Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0245 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTo the Only God // Jude 24-25 Jude: Contend for the Faith December 12, 2021   In Christ alone, we have the confidence to offer our lives with unfading hope and unending joy. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0156 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastEndurance in the End Times Part II // Jude 17-23 Jude: Contend for the Faith November 28, 2021   Dearly beloved, we need godly wisdom and biblical discernment as we wait for Christ's return. Part II Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastEndurance in the End Times Part I // Jude 17-23 Jude: Contend for the Faith November 21, 2021   Dearly beloved, we need godly wisdom and biblical discernment as we wait for Christ's return. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 00miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastUnmasking Ungodliness // Jude 14-16 Jude: Contend for the Faith November 14, 2021   What should we remember and recognize to unmask ungodliness? Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0159 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastBad Company // Jude 11-13 Jude: Contend for the Faith November 7, 2021   False teachers are destined for judgment - Let us choose to surround ourselves with influences of godliness. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0157 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThree Errors // Jude 8-10 Jude: Contend for the Faith October 31, 2021   What are the enduring problems with false teachers? Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThree Examples // Jude 5-7 Jude: Contend for the Faith October 24, 2021   Wake up and live in the reality of God's goodness and justice by remembering these three examples. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 08miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTwo Letters // Jude 3-4 Jude: Contend for the Faith October 17, 2021   How should Christians learn conviction and courage from Jude? Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastIntro to Jude // Jude 1-2 Jude: Contend for the Faith October 10, 2021   Christians should gain clarity and confidence from Jude's introduction Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 01miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPurposeful Disciple-making // Acts 1:6-11 Five Distinctives at Grace October 3, 2021   We will be intentional about making disciples locally and globally. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 07miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastCourageous Evangelism // Romans 1:8-17 Five Distinctives at Grace September 26, 2021   We will share the gospel boldly when we are... Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFervent Prayer // James 5:13-18 Five Distinctives at Grace September 19, 2021   Believing in the power of God we are devoted to praying boldly without ceasing. Let us resolve to... Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 06miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPassionate Worship // Mark 12:28-34 Five Distinctives at Grace September 5, 2021   How can we lift high the name of Jesus in Spirit and in Truth? By God's grace, we will...   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 08miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastChrist-centered Preaching // Hebrews 4:11-13 Five Distinctives at Grace August 29, 2021   Seven characteristics of Scripture that cause the church to proclaim it without apology. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 03miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe Finale // Matthew 7:28-29 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount August 22, 2021   The word of Christ is enduring and demands our obedience. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0158 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTwo Builders // Matthew 7:24-27 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount August 15, 2021   Warning #4 - Beware a faulty foundation. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTwo Followers // Matthew 7:21-23 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount August 8, 2021   Warning #3 - Beware of false conversion. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 03miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTwo Trees // Matthew 7:15-20 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount August 1, 2021   Warning #2 — Beware false prophets. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0159 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastTwo Ways // Matthew 7:13-14 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount July 25, 2021   Warning #1 — Carefully consider the way you choose. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 06miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe Golden Rule // Matthew 7:12 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount July 18, 2021   Three questions to help me understand and obey the golden rule. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0157 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPersevering Prayer // Matthew 7:7-11 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount July 11, 2021   How did Jesus encourage his disciples to pray? Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 04miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJudge or Judge Not // Matthew 7:1-6 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount June 27, 2021   Four choices disciples must make to avoid apathy and abuse in the name of religion. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 11miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastOvercoming Anxiety Part II // Matthew 6:25-34 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount June 13, 2021   Disciples fight anxiety by listening to Jesus to learn where to look. Part 2 Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastOvercoming Anxiety Part I // Matthew 6:25-34 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount June 6, 2021   Disciples fight anxiety by listening to Jesus to learn where to look. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 11miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastStoring Up Treasure // Matthew 6:19-24 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount May 30, 2021   How can Jesus' disciples live with eternal significance? Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0155 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastHungry for God // Matthew 6:16-18 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount May 23, 2021   Three lessons from Jesus to guide and grow us in fasting.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastForgiveness // Matthew 6:14-15 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount May 16, 2021   Four kingdom truths about forgiveness that abound in grace.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0159 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastThe Pattern for Prayer // Matthew 6:9-13 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount May 2, 2021   Jesus taught his disciples to pray with divine purpose. Prayer exists for two main reasons.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-0159 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastKingdom Prayer // Matthew 6:5-9 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount April 25, 2021   Jesus taught His disciples to seek the Father's tender heart in their praying.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com   2022-02-011h 04miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastKingdom Generosity // Matthew 6:1-4 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount April 11, 2021   Jesus taught his disciples to reflect the Father's gracious heart in their giving.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0158 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastBe Perfect // Matthew 5:48 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount March 21, 2021   A person cannot truly live without the righteousness of Jesus Christ. Jesus' call to discipleship is a divine call to righteousness. What does Jesus require?   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0158 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJesus on Love // Matthew 5:43-47 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount March 14, 2021   Jesus' love is so radical that His followers can never blend in as "normal".   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-011h 02miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJesus on Revenge // Matthew 5:38-42 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount March 7, 2021   Three reasons why Jesus' disciples lay down their rights for the glory of God and the good of all men.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-011h 03miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJesus on Truthfulness // Matthew 5:33-37 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount February 21, 2021   Two lessons from Jesus that help us expose deception and embrace truth.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0153 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJesus on Divorce // Matthew 5:31-32 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount February 14, 2021   Three lessons from Jesus to encourage strong and healthy marriages for life. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-011h 10miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJesus on Lust // Matthew 5:27-30 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount February 7, 2021   Three lessons from Jesus to resist temptation and live in holiness. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-011h 04miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastJesus on Anger // Matthew 5:21-26 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount January 24, 2021   Three lessons from Jesus about anger and reconciliation that will make or break a disciple's witness.   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-011h 08miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastChrist our Righteousness // Matthew 5:17-20 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount January 17, 2021   Two critical observations from Jesus' introduction that display the subject and substance of his sermon. Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0158 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastMaking a Difference // Matthew 5:13-16 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount January 10, 2021   What has God graciously given to every follower of Christ?   Connect with us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0149 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastPreparing for Persecution // Matthew 5:10-12 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount December 6, 2020 Basic Training 101 for lifelong Christian discipleship 1. Expect Persecution - don't be surprised by trials 2. Elevate Jesus' Promise - never lose sight of eternity 3. Embrace the Process - Remember that God is always working for our good and His glory » In what ways do our lives reflect Christ's righteousness? » Is there anything in Christ's righteousness that might be offensive or attractive to a nonbeliever? » How can we help you grow in following Jesus? CONNECT WITH US htt...2022-02-0153 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastMaking Peace // Matthew 5:9 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount November 29, 2020 What are the four essential truths for disciples to be effective peacemakers? 1. The problem of lost peace is us. 2. God's solution for our peace is Jesus 3. Our mission is global: instruments of peace. 4. Our identity is radical: sons of God. » What is your next step in experiencing God's peace? » What is your next step in sharing God's peace?   Connect with Us - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-011h 03miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastHoly Ambition // Matthew 5:8 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount November 15, 2020   Authentic faith will be evident in our worship, walk, work, and witness.   CONNECT WITH US - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0156 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastVessels of Mercy // Matthew 5:7 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount November 8, 2020 Enjoy the blessings of being mercied by God to mercy others. 1. Mercy Explained 2. Mercy Experienced 3. Mercy Exemplified 4. Mercy Expressed » How merciful am I? » Where do I need to grow and change? » How merciful are we as a church? » Where can we show more mercy? CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/ 2022-02-0155 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastCraving Righteousness // Matthew 5:6 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount November 1, 2020 The Disciple of Jesus will enjoy the blessing of pursuing God's glory and man's good forever. 1. The intensity of this craving is all-consuming 2. The object of the craving is righteousness 3. The result of the craving is satisfaction » What is your next step in pursuing righteousness? CONNECT WITH US - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0155 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastGentle Giants // Matthew 5:5 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount October 18, 2020   The Disciple of Jesus Christ will be Characterized by Meekness   CONNECT WITH US - www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0151 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastBeauty from Ashes // Matthew 5:4 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount October 11, 2020   What are two blessings that stem from being Poor in Spirit? 1. Deep Conviction - Brokenness Disciples of Jesus feel deep sorrow over sin. 2. Divine Comfort - Beauty Disciples of Jesus find great deliverance from sin.   CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/ 2022-02-0149 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastBankrupt to Blessed // Matthew 5:1-3 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount October 4, 2020   Three questions to understand the blessedness of being poor in spirit: › The Blessed are those whose delight is in God › The Blessed confess we are poor in spirit ›The Poor in Spirit have been given the Kingdom of Heaven » Have you admitted your spiritual bankruptcy to God? » What is your next step? » How can we help you take your next step? CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/ 2022-02-0154 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastCrowds, Disciples, and Kingdoms // Matthew 5:1-2 Counter Culture - Sermon on the Mount September 27, 2020 What must we grasp to receive the most benefit from the sermon on the mount?   QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION » How should you respond to the message of Jesus the King? » What is your next step? www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0146 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Worship // Psalm 134 Highest Praise in Hardest Times September 13, 2020 The LORD is my Maker — Psalm 134 What happens when God's people dwell together in unity — in God's presence? » What moves me to bless the LORD? » Which area or areas do I need to grow in blessing the LORD? » Where do we long to see God's blessing this week? CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/ 2022-02-0151 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Unity // Psalm 133 Highest Praise in Hardest Times September 6, 2020 God is my Father in Heaven — Psalm 133 How can we enjoy the sweet fellowship of Christian unity for life? » What are the differences between unity and uniformity? » What happens when unity is missing among people who call themselves Christians? » God, help me to __________ so that I can encourage unity in my church family. CONNECT WITH US https://migracechurch.com/ 2022-02-0157 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Zion Part III // Psalm 132Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 30, 2020 God is my Covenant Keeper — Psalm 132 What is the universal significance of God's covenant with David and Mt. Zion? » What promise of God stirs me up to prayer? Why? » Why do I prioritize (or not prioritize) gathering with my church to worship? » Knowing that Jesus will come again soon — Lord, help me and help our church to...   CONNECT WITH US - https://migracechurch.com 2022-02-0144 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Zion Part II // Psalm 132 Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 23, 2020   God is my Covenant Keeper — Psalm 132 What is the universal significance of God's covenant with David and Mt. Zion? 1. David's Legacy - He exalted the LORD 2. David's People - They worshiped the LORD » What helps me to worship God from Today's study? » How have I attempted to serve God on my own terms? » One step I will take to grow in glorifying and enjoying God... www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0153 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Zion Part I // Psalm 132 Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 16, 2020 The LORD is my Covenant Keeper — Psalm 132 What is the universal significance of God's covenant with David and Mt. Zion? 1. David's Legacy: He exalted the LORD (v. 1-7) » How does God's covenant with David effect me? » What is my reaction when God tells me "no"? Compare and contrast my response with David's. » Where do I need to grow in my devotion to "God's house" the church? https://www.migracechurch.com/ 2022-02-0153 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Tranquility // Psalm 131 Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 9, 2020 The LORD is my Hope — Psalm 131 Maturity in the LORD is displayed through our: 1. Contentment of heart (v. 1) Trust the LORD instead of trying harder. 2. Composure of soul (v. 2) Trust the LORD in Trials. 3. Compassion from our lips (v. 3) Tell others of the goodness of God. » What easily occupies my heart and steals my contentment? How should I fight this? » How should I respond when the LORD withholds something I want? » How can my voice be more effective in bring...2022-02-0146 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Confession // Psalm 130 Highest Praise in Hardest Times August 2, 2020 God is my Redeemer — Psalm 130 What do we need from the LORD to have an unshakable confidence? 1. Help (v. 1-2) Be humble before the LORD. 2. Mercy (v. 3) Be honest with the LORD. 3. Forgiveness (v. 4) Be contrite before the LORD. 4. Hope (v. 5-8) Wait patiently for the LORD » When is it most difficult to ask for help. Why? » How have I experienced the Lord's mercy and forgiveness in my life? » Who needs to hear from me: "I am sorry, pleas...2022-02-0152 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Sorrow // Psalm 129 Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 26, 2020   God is my Defender - Psalm 129 Three truths to strengthen believers in times of suffering: 1. The wicked inflict pain on the righteous. (v. 1-3) 2. The LORD will preserve the righteous. (v. 4) 3. The LORD will punish the wicked. (v. 5-8)   CONNECT WITH US - https://migracechurch.com 2022-02-0156 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Blessing // Psalm 128 Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 19, 2020   A person who delights in God as their greatest reward is promised... 1. True happiness (v. 1) Trust & Obey 2. Lasting fruitfulness (v. 2-4) Taste & See 3. Peace and prosperity (v. 5-6) Believe & Pray » What makes fearing the LORD a really good thing? » Why is my obedience directly connected to my fear of the LORD? » How should my life of prayer strengthen in light of this psalm of blessing?   www.migracechurch.com 2022-02-0148 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Significance // Psalm 127 Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 12, 2020 Under the provident hand of God my life becomes eternally significant when I 1. Live with a Divine purpose (v. 1-2) 2. Leave a devoted posterity (v. 3-5) » Does my life look more like striving or trusting? » What am I doing to leave a lasting legacy? » After Psalm 127, what needs to change?   CONNECT WITH US - https://migracechurch.com 2022-02-0146 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Joy // Psalm 126 Highest Praise in Hardest Times July 5, 2020   Three responses of the People of God during hard times: 1. Give praise. (v. 1-3) 2. Offer prayer. (v. 4) 3. Trust in God's promises. (v. 5-6) » How have you seen God's ability to turn things around? » What are you praying for right now? » What promise of God can you hold on to as you step out in faith and obedience?   CONNECT WITH US - https://migracechurch.com 2022-02-0158 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Safety // Psalm 125 Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 28, 2020 There have always been two types of people — which one are you? 1. Those who trust in the LORD. 2. Those who do not trust in the LORD. » Those who trust in the LORD are compared to a mountain (Mount Zion). Why is this significant? » When have you felt overwhelmed and how does knowing you are protected by God make a difference? » How have you personally experienced the goodness of God? » Consider the end of all who never put their...2022-02-0147 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Rescue // Psalm 124 Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 21, 2020 We can trust the LORD with our present and future rescue as we remember: 1. The LORD's presence. (v. 1-2) 2. The LORD's protection. (v. 3-5) 3. The LORD's provision. (v. 6-7) 4. The LORD's power. (v. 8) » What impact does God's presence have upon your daily life? » How have you experienced God's protection in your life? » Who has the Lord provided to help you in your life to know and follow Jesus? » Where do you need God's power at work in and arou...2022-02-0142 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Mercy // Psalm 123 Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 14, 2020   When the LORD is our master we can look to God for His mercy and say with the Psalmist: 1. LORD, I am desperate for you. (v. 1) 2. LORD, We are devoted to you. (v. 2) 3. LORD, Our deliverance comes from you. (v. 3-4) » In what way(s) am I desperate for God right now? » Describe God's mercy. How have I experienced God's mercy in my life? » How can I express God's mercy toward others?   CONNECT WITH US - https://migrac...2022-02-0151 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Peace // Psalm 122 Highest Praise in Hardest Times June 7, 2020 When we rest in the reality that the LORD is our peace we will be known by our: 1. Passion for God's glory. (v. 1-2) 2. Praise for God's works. (v. 3-5) 3. Prayer for God's will. (v. 6-9) » Why is it impossible for us to be passionate for God's glory and our own glory at the same time? » What do you find encouraging about the reality that God wants to use you in building His church? » The steps that I need to take to...2022-02-0154 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Protection // Psalm 121 Highest Praise in Hardest Times May 31, 2020   When we understand that the LORD is our Helper we will graciously: 1. Encounter every trial. (v. 1a) 2. Embrace the tension (v. 1b) 3. Express personal trust (v. 2) 4. Experience ultimate triumph. (v. 3-8) » Why is the Creator worthy of all my trust? » Where does your help come from? »When I encounter trials, where do I tend to look first and why? » If you are in Christ, the Maker of heaven and earth is for you. How should this reality transform your...2022-02-0133 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastA Song of Deliverance // Psalm 120 Highest Praise in Hardest Times May 24, 2020   If our hope is in the LORD - when hard times come we can: 1. Ask for help. (v. 1-2) 2. Take issue with deceit. (v. 3-4) 3. Long for peace. (v. 5-7) » Are you more likely to pray or complain? » Consider how the faithfulness of the God encourages you in this life? » How well do you deal with the serious evil of slander? » What can you do to help promote peace in your relationships? CONNECT WITH US - https://migracechurch.com 2022-02-0142 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastOur Living Hope // 1 Peter 1:3-9We will live boldly when we remember these two truths about our living hope: 1. Our living hope provides a future inheritance. (v. 3-5) 2. Our living hope provides present joy as we walk through life. (v. 6-9) » What aspect of your future inheritance comforts you the most in difficult times? » How does knowing that God has a purpose in your trials help you through them? » Is there a brother or sister in Christ who is struggling with anxiety that you could go to with these promises and share with and enc...2022-02-0130 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFinding Faith // John 1, 3 & Matthew 11Four resolutions to live boldly for God — for my whole life: 1. Give my best for God. (Jn. 1:6-8; 19-37) 2. Strive for humility. (Jn. 3:22-30) 3. Address every doubt by pursing the truth. (Mat. 11:1-6) 4. Take my refuge in Jesus. (Mat. 11:7-19)   https://www.migracechurch.com2022-02-0132 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFinding Sight // John 9What are the five steps of boldness that I must learn from the Man Born Blind? 1. Admit that I have a problem. (9:1-10) 2. Do not delay in obeying Jesus. (9:11-12) 3. Tell the truth about what God has done. (9:13-17) 4. Be willing to stand alone. (9:18-34) 5. Surrender me all to Christ. (9:35-41) www.migracechurch.com2022-02-0134 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFinding Life // John 3, 7, 19Four truths about Jesus from the transformation of a religious person: 1. Jesus is patient with our questions. (3:1-9) 2. Jesus is the answer that brings clarity to our questions. (3:10-15) 3. Jesus is the central figure that causes division. (7:37-52) 4. Jesus is worthy of our highest adoration. (19:38-40) www.migracechurch.com2022-02-0153 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFinding Love // John 4How does the love of Jesus transform a social outcast? 1. Jesus finds people in need of love. (4:1-15) 2. Jesus tells the truth in love. (4:16-26) 3. Jesus changes everything by His love. (4;27-38) 4. Jesus uses the useless to spread His love. (4:39-42) www.migracechurch.com2022-02-0153 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFinal Words of Grace Part II // Galatians 6:11-18Four right responses to Paul's conclusion: 1. Look closely at the letter. (v. 11) 2. Listen carefully to the warning. (v. 12-13) 3. Lift exclusively up the cross. (v. 14-15) 4. Live boldly in the grace of Christ. (v. 16-18) 2022-02-0151 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastFinal Words of Grace Part I // Galatians 6:11-18Four right responses to Paul's conclusions: 1. Look closely at the letter. (v. 11) 2. Listen carefully to the warning. (v. 12-13) 2022-02-0149 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastSpirit-filled Stewardship Part II // Galatians 6:6-10If we are Spirit-filled people, then we will be good stewards who are: 1. Generous in our giving. (v. 6-8) 2. Selfless in our serving. (v. 9) 3. Gracious in our helping. (v. 10) 2022-02-0149 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastSpirit-filled Stewardship Part I // Galatians 6:6-10If we are Spirit-filled people, we will be good stewards who are: 1. Generous in our giving. 2022-02-0156 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastRestoration of the Redeemed // Galatians 6:1-5Spiritual restoration will take place when we have hearts that: 1. Love our brothers and sisters. 2. Guard against temptation. 3. Pursue the love of Christ and fulfill the law of Christ. 4. Are humbled by God's grace. 5. Answer the call of God. 2022-02-011h 08miGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastSelf vs Spirit Part II // Galatians 5:19-26The church that stands firmly in grace together will: 1. Expose the works of the flesh (v. 19-21) 2. Experience the fruit of the Spirit (v. 22-23) 3. Exemplify the power of Gospel community (v. 24-26) 2022-02-0159 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastSelf vs Spirit Part I // Galatians 5:19-26The church that stands firmly in grace will: 1. Expose the works of the flesh. (v. 19-21) 2022-02-0156 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastInternal Rivalry // Galatians 5:16-18Three steps I should take to live before God and with others in freedom, peace, and victory: 1. Find new life in the Holy Spirit. (v.16) 2. Fight the lusts of the flesh in the power of the Holy Spirit. (v.17) 3. Follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. (v.18) 2022-02-0149 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastCalled to Freedom // Galatians 5:1-15How can we live in the joy of Christian freedom? Three questions that will help you grow and stand in grace: 1. What is gospel freedom? (v. 1) 2. What threatens gospel freedom? (v. 2-12) 3. What is the result of gospel freedom? (v. 13-15) 2022-02-0159 minmiGraceChurch PodcastmiGraceChurch PodcastChildren of Promise // Galatians 4:21-31How can I live in a right relationship with God? 1. Receive the message of the whole bible, not just selected texts. (v. 21) 2. Come to God on His terms, not your performance. (v. 22-26) 3. Trust in the Gospel that opposes all systems of works-righteousness. (v. 27) Jesus + Nothing - Nothing = Salvation 4. Be ready for resistance from religious opposition. (v. 28-30) 5. Live in freedom as children of God. (v. 31) 2022-02-0154 min