Grace 242
233 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWe don't go to church, we are the church. Listen in on a church plant striving to be the church who make disciples of Jesus.
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Why Pray if God's Will Prevails?
June 30, 2024 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBSeries: I Wonder... Title: I Wonder...Why Pray if God's Will Prevails? Scripture Reading: James 5:13-18 This summer we are diving into your Bible and faith wonderings. If God is sovereign and if His will will always prevail, why pray? If God foreknows what will transpire, is there a point to praying?
Why Don't We Have Burnt Offerings Anymore
June 23, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBSeries: I Wonder... Title: I Wonder...Why Don't We Have Burnt Offerings Anymore Scripture Reading: Leviticus 1:9b This summer we are diving into your Bible and faith wonderings. In the Old Testament, burnt offerings were a feature of worship. Why don't have to make offerings anymore today?
Can the Elect be Deceived?
June 16, 2024 19:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBSeries: I Wonder... Title: I Wonder...Can the Elect be Deceived?? Scripture Reading: Matthew 24:24-25 This summer we are diving into your Bible and faith wonderings. What is Jesus talking about when He says that false prophets, false messiahs, and deceivers will attempt to deceive the elect? Who are the elect and can they be deceived?
Do We Go to Heaven Immediately When We Die?
June 09, 2024 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBSeries: I Wonder... Title: I Wonder...Do We Go to Heaven Immediately When We Die? Scripture Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 This summer we are diving into your Bible and faith wonderings. The Bible seems to indicate that there is a period of time between the death of believers and believers receiving their resurrected bodies. What's the timeline after we die and what are we to make of it?
How to Wonder
June 02, 2024 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBSeries: I Wonder... Title: I Wonder...How to Wonder Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 This summer we are diving into your Bible and faith wonderings. Today Job shows us that wonder requires both understanding and mystery. Our wonder ought to drive us to worship the Wondrous One.
Triangulating the Mission
May 19, 2024 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBLast week we discovered the triangular shape of Jesus' life. This week we seek to pattern our lives off of Jesus' life. As Jesus was UP, IN, and OUT, Grace 242 is called to Being, Making, and, Multiplying Disciples. Scripture Reading: Acts 2:42-47
Have You Learned Your Shapes?
May 12, 2024 20:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBThis week in our "Simple Mission" series we look at the triangular shape of Jesus' life. Luke 6:12-19 follows Jesus as He is UP with the Father, IN with His disciples, and OUT with the crowds. Jesus' life takes a triangular shape which means we ought to pattern our lives in the same way. Scripture Reading: Luke 6:12-19
How to Stay Weird
May 05, 2024 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBOur "Simple Mission" series continues with a look at the Great Commission. From Jesus' ascension through the first three centuries the church was a weird, disciple-making movement. But Roman Emperor Constantine changed the church from a disciple-making movement, to a central cultural institution. Now that Grace 242 has gone from house churches to a worship location, how can we stay weird? Scripture Reading: Matthew 28:18-20
What do Mary and an Uncle Have in Common?
April 28, 2024 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBContinuing in our "Simple Mission" series, today we look at Mary of Bethany to see how she exemplifies a disciple - a learner of Jesus. Scripture Reading: Luke 10:38-42
The Problem of Overchoice
April 21, 2024 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBToday we begin a new series on why Grace 242's exists called "Simple Mission." Jesus' healing of a Gentile woman's daughter gives us insight into Jesus' ministry scope and focus. As a church, we ought not do everything; rather, we should focus our efforts on only those things that God is calling us to. Scripture Reading: Matthew 15:21-28
Stirring Up Controversy
April 07, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBScripture Reading: John 12:12-19 We just got done with Easter, but now we're going back to Palm Sunday to discover three identity markers of Jesus: 1. Prophet 2. Miraculous 3. Messianic.
It's Not What You Know It's Who You Know
March 31, 2024 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.4 MBThis message concludes our Lent series on the prayer of our Lord Jesus in John 17. It's not what you know, it's who you know. In John 17:3 Jesus gives us the best definition of salvation, salvation is knowing Jesus. On this Resurrection Sunday, do you know Jesus?
The Misunderstood Revolutionary
March 24, 2024 19:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBOn this Palm Sunday, we welcome Pastor Barrett Marcantel from Hingham Church to preach on Mark 11:1-11.
In the World Not of the World
March 17, 2024 19:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBThis Lent we are studying our Lord Jesus' prayer in John 17. In John 17:13-18 Jesus prays that His followers would be in the world, but not of the world. What does it mean to be in the world, but not of the world and how can we live that out?
An Unlikely Evangelism Plan (Part 2)
March 10, 2024 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBThis Lent we are studying our Lord Jesus' prayer in John 17. Jesus' plan of evangelism in John 17:20-23 is a supernatural unity. This is part 2 of a two-part message. In part 1 one of this message, we saw that Jesus' unlikely plan of evangelism is supernatural unity? In part 2 of this message we are asking, "How can we live into supernatural unity?" This week we survey two false expressions of unity and one true expression of supernatural unity.
An Unlikely Evangelism Plan (Part 1)
March 03, 2024 20:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBThis Lent we are studying our Lord Jesus' prayer in John 17. Jesus' plan of evangelism in John 17:20-23 is a supernatural unity. In part 1 one of this message, we investigate, what is this supernatural unity that Jesus prays for? In part 2 of this message we will look into how we can live out this supernatural unity.
Why Did Jesus Pray?
February 25, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBThis Lent we are studying our Lord Jesus' prayer in John 17. This week we orient ourselves to Jesus' prayer in John 17 by asking, "Why did Jesus Pray?" The diagram for this week's sermon is here: https://is.gd/Fi1ruu
Why Sing?
February 11, 2024 20:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBThis is the first new year in Grace 242's worship home! Therefore, we're going through our worship serving asking, "Why do we do this?" This week we ask, "Why sing?" Psalm 9:11 shows us that there is a vertical and a horizontal dimension to singing. Why sing? Because God deserves it. Message: Why Sing? Scripture Reading: Psalm 9:11
Why Pray?
January 28, 2024 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBThis is the first new year in Grace 242's worship home! Therefore, we're going through our worship serving asking, "Why do we do this?" This week we ask, "Why pray?" James 5:13-18 shows us that we pray earnestly when we bring our whole selves to God for the purpose that He may increase, and we may decrease. Message: Why pray? Scripture Reading: James 5:13-18
Why Preach a Message?
January 21, 2024 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThis is the first new year in Grace 242's worship home! Therefore, we're going through our worship serving asking, "Why do we do this?" This week we ask, "Why preach a message?" As Mark 1:14-15 instructs us, we repent and turn away from our will. Then we believe and turn to God's will. This is why we preach a message. Message: Why preach a message? Scripture Reading: Mark 1:14-15
Why Welcome God?
January 14, 2024 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBThis is the first new year in Grace 242's worship home! Therefore, we're going through our worship serving asking, "Why do we do this?" This week we ask, "Why welcome God?" Hosea 6:6 reveals two things that God requires of us in worship. Message: Why welcome God? Scripture Reading: Hosea 6:6
Why Gather for Worship?
January 07, 2024 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBThis is the first new year in Grace 242's worship home! Therefore, we're going through our worship serving asking, "Why do we do this?" This week we answer three objections to gathering for a worship service. Message: Why Gather for Worship? Scripture Reading: Acts 2:44
Encountering the Light of Life
December 24, 2023 22:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBThe Gospel of John calls Jesus the "Light of Life." It's Christmas Eve so we're looking at four times in the Bible where people were drawn to Jesus by light. No matter your situation, come to the Light of Life. Scripture Reading: John 12:46
How Can I Be a Child of the Light?
December 17, 2023 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBThe Gospel of John calls Jesus the "Light of Life." This Advent we prepare our hearts to welcome the Light of Life. Today we look at two misinterpretations of Matthew 5:14-16 to see how we can live as children of the light. Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:14-16.
A Life Who Loves the Light
December 10, 2023 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBThe Gospel of John calls Jesus the "Light of Life." This Advent we prepare our hearts to welcome the Light of Life. Today we trace the themes of light and darkness throughout scripture. Scripture Reading: John 1:1-5
Signs You Might Love the Darkness
December 03, 2023 20:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBThe Gospel of John calls Jesus the "Light of Life." This Advent we prepare our hearts to welcome the Light of Life. Today we see that even though Jesus is the Light of Life, we still gravitate toward the darkness. Scripture Reading: Isaiah 9:1-2
God’s Power for Us who Believe Him
December 02, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBBob Turner preaches on Ephesians 1:18-19.
Now That's Unique
November 19, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 20 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. In Solomon's temple dedication ceremony prayer, he praises God as the one who transcends the temple, but at the same time hears Solomon's prayer. Our God is both transcendent and immanent at the same time! Now that's unique! Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 6:12-14
Who's in Charge Here
November 05, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. At the entrance to the temple, Hiram constructs two pillars, one named "Jakin" and the other named "Boaz." What did these pillars mean for Israel and what do these pillars mean for us? Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 3:17
The Solution to Sadness
October 29, 2023 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. In 2 Chronicles 7:8-10 the people return home from the temple celebration with great joy. How can we impact our world so full of sadness? We cultivate the joy of the Lord in our own lives. Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 7:8-10
A Place of Grace
October 22, 2023 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. Solomon's prayer at the temple dedication ceremony anticipates Israel's failure to follow God's law. Solomon knew the people would be at mercy of God's grace. Will we be a people who reflect God's grace? Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 6:16-21
How to Carry the Name
October 15, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. In 2 Chronicles 7:19-22 God warns Solomon and the Israelites never to abandon the name of the Lord. With this warning in mind, how can we, the people of God, carry the name of the Lord? Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 7:19-22
Where Does My Help Come From?
October 08, 2023 18:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBChaplain Bob Turner preaches on Psalm 121:1-2.
Location of Salvation Part 2
October 01, 2023 19:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. 2 Chronicles 3:1-2 gives two names for the construction site of the temple. Today we look at the second of those names, "The Threshing Floor of Araunah." Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 3:1-2
Location of Salvation Part 1
September 24, 2023 18:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. 2 Chronicles 3:1-2 gives two names for the construction site of the temple. Today we look at the first of those names, "Mount Moriah." Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 2 Chronicles 3:1-2
What We Want < What God Deserves
September 10, 2023 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. With the completion of the worship home, how can we get away from what we want out of worship and rather focus on what God deserves? 1 Chronicles 5:13-6:2 gives us two things to think about: 1. God is good. 2. God is faithfully kind. Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 5:13-6:2
What We Want < Than What God Deserves
September 10, 2023 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBAs Grace 242 rises to our new worship home, we are looking at the rise of the temple in Jerusalem. With the completion of the worship home, how can we get away from what we want out of worship and rather focus on what God deserves? 1 Chronicles 5:13-6:2 gives us two things to think about: 1. God is good. 2. God is faithfully kind. Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 5:13-6:2
Courage to Obey
September 03, 2023 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBAs Grace 242 rises to its new worship home, we begin a new series called "Rise" where we are looking at the rise of the Temple in Jerusalem. In 1 Chronicles 22:11-13 King David charges his son Solomon to be courageous and obedient to the Lord. How can we be courageously obedient? Series: Rise Scripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 22:11-13
Foolishness Will Beat You Down
August 13, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at Proverbs 14:1-3 which continues in the theme of discipline in the book of Proverbs. We look at three biblical characters who played the fool of Proverbs 14:1-3. Not only do Eve, Solomon, and Rehoboam all play the fool, but because of sin, we all play the fool. Jesus is the one who breaks us out of our foolishness. Jesus, though he was no fool, was beaten as the fool, to make us wise.
Ensured by Us Endured by Him
August 06, 2023 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at Proverbs 23:13-14 which continues in the theme of discipline in the book of Proverbs. What should parents do about physical discipline? Should we use spanking as a form of discipline or not? Ultimately the rod of discipline was ensured by us, yet endured by Jesus.
The Value of a Stick
July 17, 2023 15:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at Proverbs 3:11-12 which gets us into the theme of discipline in the book of Proverbs. It can be unsettling to read about the rod of discipline in Proverbs so how can we deal with it? How can we approach the rod of discipline in our own lives? Proverbs 3:11-12 gives us a two word answer: 1. We can be "receptive" and 2. We can be "confident."
Should I Be Afraid of God?
July 10, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at Proverbs 3:5-8 which contrasts the foolish person with the wise person. The wise person fears the Lord (Proverbs 3:7). Does fearing God mean I need to be afraid of him?
Don't Let Your Eyes Kill You
July 03, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we examine two biblical events in light of Proverbs 3:5-8.
Portrait of a Wifey
June 24, 2023 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at how the portrait of a godly wife in Proverbs 31 applies to everyone.
Dad Will Shoot You Straight
June 18, 2023 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. On this Father's Day, we look at Solomon's wisdom for his kids in Proverbs 4:23-27. Solomon instructs his son to guard his heart by watching three extremities: our mouths, our eyes, our feet.
Habits of the Household
June 11, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at Proverbs 22:6 in light of the biblical household. Then we explore three habits of households that are living into Proverbs 22:6.
Word to the Wise, Fear God
June 04, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBThis summer we're preaching Proverbs that people reference often. This week we look at Proverbs 1:1-7 and explore the essence of Biblical wisdom.
Earthly Body vs Heavenly Body
May 21, 2023 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBThe Apostles' Creed ends with, "I believe in the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting." 1 Corinthians 15 gives us a future hope and a present encouragement. Future hope: Jesus rose to a resurrected body so we will rise to a resurrected body. Present encouragement: Jesus crucified our sin in his mortal body on the cross.
Small "c" catholic
May 14, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBThe Apostles' Creed says, "I believe in the holy catholic church." Why do we say this when we aren't Catholic?
The Lesser-Known Sibling of Jesus' Ministry
May 07, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBThe Apostles' Creed reads, "He ascended into heaven." With all the focus on Jesus' incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection, His ascension is often an afterthought. Why do we need an ascended Jesus?