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Washed by the Holy Spirit

Tim Theule | Titus 3:4-7 | 05/26/2019 Baptism Sundays are favorite Sundays at Grace Central Coast!  Titus 3:4-7 reminds us of all that baptism pictures.

What Does Godly Citizenship Look Like?

Ben Collins | Titus 3:1-3 | 05/19/2019 Following Jesus in all of life includes following him as we live out our lives in the public square. This week we're invited to consider what it means to be a Godly Citizen.

Why Does Godly Living Matter?

Tim Theule | Titus 2:1-15 | 05/12/2019 The Gospel is not just truth to be believed, it’s truth to be lived.  But there seems to be a split between the belief and behavior of the Cretan Christians.  Paul instructs Titus to challenge the Cretan Christians forward toward grace-driven Godly living . . . 

Why are Godly Leaders Essential?

Tim Theule | Titus 1:5-2:1 | 05/05/2019 Paul charges Titus to set things in order among the churches on the island of Crete.  Not surprisingly, Paul tells Titus to begin with installing leaders with Godly character. Nothing is more important than a church's leaders. 

What Are Faith & Knowledge For?

Tim Theule | Titus 1:1-5 | 04/28/2019 In this kickoff to our Titus series, we consider the context, themes and introduction of the book as we begin to answer 'What is the Church For?' 

Our Eternal King

Tim Theule | Matthew 28:1-20 | 4/21/2019 The resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith.  If the resurrection didn't happen, then Christianity is a farce and a like.  But it if DID happen, that changes history and everything else.   If it did happen, what does it mean?

The Promised King

Tim Theule | Matthew 21:1-16 | 04/14/2019  As we jump into Holy Week and Easter, we fix our eyes on Jesus our King.  In this first of 3 messages, we see Jesus presenting himself as the  'The Promised King' in Matthew 21:1-16.

Begging Jesus

Ben Collins | Mark 5:1-20 | 04/07/2019 As we continue to explore various Encounters with Jesus, this week we'll see how Jesus meets three different beggars: a group of demons, a group of Greeks, and one outcast.

Week 5: The Radical Giving of the Forgiven

Tim Theule | Luke 7:36-50 | 3/24/2019 We are seeking the Lord for what's NEXT in our pursuit of the mission of Jesus as a church.  At the same time, we are personally seeking what's next in our own relationship with Jesus.  Today we are looking at a sinful woman's intimate and radical gift to Jesus.

Week 5: The Radical Giving of the Forgiven

Tim Theule | Luke 7:36-50 | 3/24/2019 We are seeking the Lord for what's NEXT in our pursuit of the mission of Jesus as a church.  At the same time, we are personally seeking what's next in our own relationship with Jesus.  Today we are looking at a sinful woman's intimate and radical gift to Jesus.

Week 4: Do You Love Me

Tim Theule | John 21:1-22 | 3/17/2019 We are seeking the Lord for what's NEXT in our pursuit of the mission of Jesus as a church. At the same time, we are personally seeking what's next in our own relationship with Jesus. Today we look at Peter's encounter with Jesus after a big failure.

Week 3: Engaging Lost People

Tim Theule | Luke 19:1-27 | 3/10/2019 We are seeking the Lord for what's NEXT in our pursuit of the mission of Jesus as a church.  At the same time, we are personally seeking what's next in our own relationship with Jesus.  Today we look at how a small man in a tree encounters Jesus.

Get Out of the Boat

Tim Theule | Matthew 14:22-33 | 03/03/2019 We are seeking the Lord for what's NEXT in our pursuit of the mission of Jesus as a church.  At the same time, we are personally seeking what's next in our own relationship with Jesus. Today, Peter's encounter with Jesus is in the middle of a stormy sea.

Week 1: Following Jesus

Tim Theule | Luke 18:15-30 | 2/24/2019 We are seeking the Lord for what's NEXT in our pursuit of the mission of Jesus as a church.  At the same time, we are personally seeking what's next in our own relationship with Jesus.  Today, we look at a questioning rich man's encounter with Jesus.

The Last Words of David

Ben Collins | 2 Samuel 23:1-7 | 02/17/2019 We’ve reached the end of our life of David series and in doing so, we've reached the end of David's life. This morning we’ll take a close look at David’s final words, which bring promise, hope, warning, and inspire worship.

David and Absalom

Tim Theule | 2 Samuel 15-18 | 02/10/2019 As a young man, David's struggle is with the older Saul.  He refuses to usurp, but trusts the Lord.  As a much older man, David's struggle is with his own son, the younger Absalom.  It is another test.  Another wilderness.  How will David respond this time? 

David's Restoration

Tim Theule | 2 Samuel 12:1-15 Psalm 51:1-12 | 02/03/2019 Whereas 2 Samuel 11 is a case study of sin, 2 Samuel 12 is a case study of grace.  Chapter 11 shows us how a person blows up their life. Chapter 12 show us how a person gets their life back.  2 Samuel 12 is 'David's Restoration.'

David's Sin

Tim Theule | 2 Samuel 11:1-15, 26-27, 12:1 | 01/27/2019 If we thought the story of David was a propaganda piece for the David regime, that theory crumbles with the straightforward account of David's sin with Bathsheeba.  The story serves as a hearty warning to God's people in all times about the ravaging destructiveness of sin.  May we hear it and be humbled by it.  

David and God's Promise

Tim Theule | 2 Samuel 7:1-18 | 01/20/2019  Examining the life of another gives us the opportunity to examine our own lives.  In the unique case of David, examining his life also provides an opportunity to examine the life of Jesus.  In 2 Samuel 7, we examine how God's huge promise to David is also His huge promise to us. 

David And The Ark

Tim Theule | 2 Samuel 6:1-16 | 01/13/2019 In 2 Samuel 6, as King David attempts to bring the ark of the covenant into Jerusalem, tragedy strikes.  What is the meaning of the ark and why does David want it in Jerusalem?  What is the meaning of this tragedy?  And how will King David respond?    

David Becomes King

Tim Theule | 2 Samuel 2-5 | 01/06/2019 We restart our Life of David series with a look at 'David Becomes King.'  It's never easy, simple or straightforward for David. After wandering the wilderness and waiting on the Lord for over a decade, David now must wait another 7 years before he becomes king over all Israel. 

Simeons Song

Duane Johnson | Luke 2:29-35 | 12/30/2018 An older man, waiting for the fulfillment of a promise made to him, sees the child that keeps that promise and responds with a statement of praise that reminds us of different characteristics of our Lord.

Zechariah's Song

Ken Peet | Luke1:67-79 | 12/23/2018 Zechariah’s song of prophetic praise, called the Benedictus, comes after 9 months of not being able to hear or speak.  It speaks of the coming of Jesus as the horn of salvation from the house of David.

Mary's Song

Pat Curtis | Luke 1:46-55 | 12/16/2018 Mary responds to Elizabeth’s prophetic blessings by joyfully praising God because through the Savior to be born to her He is fulfilling His promises to Abraham and to Israel and will exalt the humble, reversing the Fall, turning the world right-side-up.

Gabriel's Song

Ben Collins | Luke 1:26–38 | 12/09/2018 Tim Keller notes that one of the great challenges of Christmas worship is that we go back to familiar words and familiar themes. Our hearts need to be addressed rather than lulled to sleep. Gabriel’s Song definitely didn’t lull Mary to sleep and this morning we will see its challenge for us today.

David and the Death of Saul

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 31, 2 Samuel 1 | 12/02/2018 One crucial question to keep asking as we study God's Word is 'Why is this here?' And so we ask that question as we explore the narration of the death of Saul in 1 Samuel 31 and 2 Samuel 1 as we continue our series on 'The Life of David.'

David and the Burning of Ziklag

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 30:1-10, 17-25 | 11/25/2018 As if things weren't bad enough in the wilderness, David, in 1 Samuel 30, faces the burning of his camp, the capture of his family, and the rebellion of his troops.  How will David respond to this leadership crisis?  We find out as we continue our study of The Life of David.  

David and Abigail

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 25:2-22 | 11/18/2018 It’s easy to see David as too squeaky clean.  But David, like all of us, has many flaw, failings, and sins.  In 1 Samuel 25, as we continue our study of the Life of David, we see a vengeful David about to murder a foolish man who insults his pride.  God graciously provides a surprising intervention to save David from this grave evil.

David in the Wilderness

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 21:10-22:5 | 11/11/2018 The wilderness in the Bible is a place of testing and training.  It's a place where the servants of God encounter God and are shaped by God.  As we continue our Life of David series, we see 'David in the Wilderness' and consider together the wilderness experiences of our own lives.  

David and Saul

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 24:1-22 | 11/04/2018 The relationship between David and Saul is one of the most fascinating, instructive, and challenging in all the Bible and so worth our careful contemplation. It begs the question, 'What do you do when someone throws spears at you?'

David and Jonathan

David and Goliath

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 17:2-11, 17-18, 25-51 | 10/21/2018 We continue our 'Life of David' series with a look at the very familiar story of David and Goliath.  Rather than write the story off as 'just for kids' and rather than misapply the story as a moral lesson for how we can conquer the giants of our lives, we want to 'see through' the story to see Jesus, our true and better Goliath slayer.  

David's Anointing

Tim Theule | 1 Samuel 16:1-13 | 10/14/2018 We continue our Life of David series with our first surprising and dramatic introduction to David in 1 Samuel 16.  Here we begin to see how the story of David, with all its triumph and tragedy, powerfully points beyond itself to Jesus, our 'true and better' David.  

Three Kings

Ben Collins | 1 Samuel 8:1-22 | 10/07/2018 To rightly understand the significance of the life of David, we have to gain some context. This week we will look back at God's promise for a King in Israel, the wrongful desire for a King in Israel, and the deep longing in every soul for the true and better King of kings.

David's Shepherd - 2018 Grace5Cities Fall Kick Off

Tim Theule | Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:11-18 | 09/23/2018 Every year, our Fall Kick-Off Sunday is a BIG day of outreach and fellowship in our community.  It's a day when we 'turn the inside out to welcome the outside in.'  This year Fall Kick-Off Sunday also launches our Fall 2018 series, The Life of David with a look at the most well known and beloved chapter in all the Bible . . . Psalm 23, the Shepherd Psalm. 

David's Shepherd - 2018 GraceSLO Fall Kick Off

Tim Theule | Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:11-18 | 09/30/2018 Every year, our Fall Kick-Off Sunday is a BIG day of outreach and fellowship in our community.  It's a day when we 'turn the inside out to welcome the outside in.'  This year Fall Kick-Off Sunday also launches our Fall 2018 series, The Life of David with a look at the most well known and beloved chapter in all the Bible . . . Psalm 23, the Shepherd Psalm

Stories Of Transformation

CORE : who we are, what we care about, what we're committed to PT II

Tim Theule | Philippians 1:27-2:5 | 09/16/2018 'When I say CORE, you say ________.' In this two-part message, we consider 8 core values that define as a church who we are, what we care about and what we're committed to.

CORE: who we are, what we care about, what we're committed to

Tim Theule | Romans 1:8-17 | 09/09/2018 'When I say CORE, you say ________.'  In this two-part message, we consider 8 core values that define as a church who we are, what we care about and what we're committed to.  

Gospel Shadows in Black Panther

Tim Theule | 1 Peter 2:9-12 | 09/02/2018 We wrap up our 2018 Reel Grace series with a look at Black Panther, an intriguing addition to the Marvel Comics Universe. Black Panther reflects and points us to the Gospel in some powerful and fun ways.

So Far As It Depends on You

Tim Theule | Romans 12:14-21 | 08/26/2018 We wrap up our Waging Peace summer series with a straightforward look at the reality that conflict is messy, repentance doesn't always happen, reconciliation and restoration isn't always achieved, and peace isn't always possible.  What do we do in these situations?

Look Also to the Interest of Others

Nick Shorts | 1 Samuel 25:23-35 | 08/19/2018 At the end of the day, conflict often demands a solution in regards to material items. If glorifying God is our ultimate goal, then we should aim to wisely and compassionately serve the interests of others alongside our own.

Giving Forgiveness in Conflict

Tim Theule | Matthew 18:21-35 | 08/12/2018 We continue our Waging Peace series with a look at 'Giving Forgiveness in Conflict' as we explore the complexities and challenge of forgiving one another from the heart.

Gospel Shadows in Wonder

Tim Theule | Micah 6:6-8 | 08/05/2018 In the 3rd installment of our 2018 Reel Grace series we explore some 'Gospel shadows' in the movie 'Wonder', which tells the story of Auggie Pullman, a boy born with facial differences, and those around him.  

Gently Restoring in Conflict

Al Streder | Matthew 18:15-17 | 07/29/2018 Continuing our summer series Waging Peace we move from confronting our own part in a conflict to gently confronting the other party with a goal of restoration. 

Confession & Repentance

Getting Real About Your Own Part in Conflict

Tim Theule | Matthew 7:1-5 | 7/15/2018 We continue our practical look at how to deal with the everyday conflicts we all face in our series Waging Peace. In this message we think about 'getting real about your part in conflict'

Gospel Shadows in Darkest Hour

Tim Theule | Isaiah 40:21-31 | 07/08/2018 We continue our fun summer Reel Grace series with a look at Gospel shadows in the Darkest Hour, about Winston Churchill and a crucial turning point in World War II.

Glorifying God in Conflict

Tim Theule | 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1 | 07/01/2018 We continue our Waging Peace summer series with the first of several practical Biblical principles for resolving the conflicts we face every day.

Power of One

Ben Collins | John 17:20-26 | 06/24/2018 Conflict is inevitable, and yet God's vision for his people is one of peace and unity. This week we'll focus on the call to be One and the power to be One from Jesus' prayer from John 17.