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384 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -Enjoy weekly messages from Grace Church located in South Springfield, Missouri.
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According to Mark, Mark 10, The Servant Who Suffers
April 22, 2024 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBTo embrace Kingdom greatness is not really what we think it is. As a matter of fact, it's the opposite of what the world tells us. This Sunday, Pastor Tim discusses the interaction between James, John and Jesus from Mark chapter 10 and how the disciples declare that they are ready for the "bitter cup of suffering." But, they truly didn't know the real meaning of it.
According to Mark, Mark 9, The Patient Miracle Worker
April 15, 2024 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIn Mark, chapter 9, we see Jesus interact with a man who proclaims his lack of faith - as many of us have encountered in our own lives! But, all of us can find encouragement in this text that our doubts don't disqualify us from God's grace.
According to Mark, Mark 8, The Provider
April 08, 2024 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBThis Sunday, Pastor Jack reminds us that not only is Jesus our Provider, he is also our Provision.
Resurrection Sunday Service, 3/31/2024
April 01, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBHe is RISEN! He is risen INDEED! This Sunday, Pastor Tim takes us to Luke 24 to talk about a unique encounter Cleopas and his friend experience on the road to Emmaus.
According to Mark, Mark 7, The Defender of Truth
March 25, 2024 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBJesus never backed down from Pharisee questions or accusations; often responding to them with scripture to not only help them see the truth but to correct them. This Sunday, we see in Mark chapter 7, the Pharisee's accuse Jesus' disciples of not following tradition revealing that they have elevated the "rules" over the Word of God.
According to Mark, Mark 6, The Greatest Leader
March 18, 2024 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBJesus is the greatest leader -- ever. As he leads and trains his disciples he equips and empowers them to not just follow in ministry but to DO ministry, he shows them balance between a life of ministry and rest, and finally he continually encourages them in their faith through grace and compassion.
According to Mark, Mark 5, Deliverer
March 11, 2024 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn the story of the demon possessed man we learn that Jesus has the absolute authority over every demonic spirit that terrorizes humans; and that only through faith in him can we find salvation, healing and freedom.
According to Mark, Mark 4, Revealer of God's Kingdom
March 04, 2024 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn Mark chapter 4, there are several parables Jesus teaches on. And all of them reveal the Kingdom of God as upside down when compared to the priorities of this world. So... will you embrace the Kingdom way of life?
According to Mark, Mark 3, Revealer of God's Heart
February 26, 2024 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBIn Mark chapter 3, Pastor Tim walks us through verses 1-6 and reminds us that as much as we are rooting for Jesus to show those Pharisees, often times we find ourselves to be the Pharisees. We have to daily seek Him, daily walk with Him through God's Word, daily let Jesus become more a part of our lives.
According to Mark, Mark 2, Savior & Healer
February 20, 2024 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBThis Sunday, Pastor Tim focuses on Jesus healing the paralytic from Mark chapter 2 and discusses the value of forgiveness of sins, which happened first, and the value of healing, which happened second.
According to Mark, Mark 1, Son of God
February 12, 2024 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBIn chapter one of the book of Mark, we see Jesus being baptized by John, the beginning of his ministry, and most importantly we see Jesus established as the Son of God.
Fighting (is not Optional), Week Five, The Prize
February 05, 2024 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBPrayer is the priority. Worship is on our lips. God's Word is our sword. Now, as we fight, we need to constantly remember that our battlefield isn't a street or a neighborhood, it's in the mind, will and emotions. After all, we are not fighting WITH people; we fight FOR people.
Fighting (is not Optional), Week Four, Scripture
January 29, 2024 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this final week, Pastor Tim talks about the scripture and the importance it holds in our lives as we fight.
Fighting (is not Optional), Week Three, Worship
January 22, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBExamples of worship leading the way in battles are throughout the Bible. For us, it's one of the primary weapons we can use to spiritually fight.
Fighting (is not an Option), Week Two, Prayer
January 15, 2024 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB"In Jesus name." It's more than a tagline at the end of a prayer. It's what brought us to our salvation and it's praying the power and authority of Christ INTO our circumstances. This Sunday, Pastor Tim talks about the importance of using the name of Jesus when it comes to fighting spiritual battles and how we too can see miracles.
Fighting (is not Optional), Week Two, Prayer
January 15, 2024 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB"In Jesus name." It's more than a tagline at the end of a prayer. It's what brought us to our salvation and it's praying the power and authority of Christ INTO our circumstances. This Sunday, Pastor Tim talks about the importance of using the name of Jesus when it comes to fighting spiritual battles and how we too can see miracles.
Fighting (is not an Option), Week One, Introduction to War
January 08, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn the spiritual realm, we are called to fight. We are warriors outfitted with God's armor and set to do battle with the enemy who is always trying to deceive us and convince us to give up or give in. In this new series, Pastor Tim lays out each side of the battle reminding us that the "Father of lies" is the one we fight against. NOT each other.
Fighting (is not Optional), Week One, Introduction to War
January 08, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn the spiritual realm, we are called to fight. We are warriors outfitted with God's armor and set to do battle with the enemy who is always trying to deceive us and convince us to give up or give in. In this new series, Pastor Tim lays out each side of the battle reminding us that the "Father of lies" is the one we fight against. NOT each other.
Stand Alone Message, Unforgiven, Scott C Lewis
January 03, 2024 22:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBThis Sunday we welcomed Scott C Lewis, as he shared a new way to think and walk as we enter into the New Year.
Incarnation, Week Four, Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
December 27, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThis Christmas Eve, Pastor Tim discusses "peace" through the Christmas Carol, "Silent Night."
Incarnation, Week Three, Reconciliation Through the Incarnation
December 11, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn week three of our Advent series on Christmas carols, we enjoyed "Hark the Herald Angels Sing," and Pastor Tim showed us how the carol writer used much of the scriptures to remind us of Jesus' birth and the reconciliation available for all mankind through Him.
Incarnation, Week Two, Worship at the Incarnation
December 04, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn week two of our Advent series on Christmas carols, Pastor Tim reminds us through the carol "Angels from the Realms of Glory," that worship of the Lord God is the first, and best, response to any situation we are presented with.
Incarnation, Week One, Longing for the Incarnation
November 27, 2023 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIn the first week of our Advent series on Christmas carols, Pastor Tim looks first at, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," and reminds us that "longing" for the Lord is something that we must never lose sight us during the Christmas season.
107, Session Three, Pastor Tim May
November 20, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBIn this final session of Psalm 107, Pastor Tim reminds us of the HOPE that we find in Jesus Christ will always remain, no matter what storm we went through, what storm we are in, or what storm is on the horizon.
107, Session Two, Pastor Jeff Fischer
November 13, 2023 17:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBPastor Jeff shares with us session two of Psalm 107 reminding us that gratitude and kindness are at the very heart of our Savior, Jesus Christ.
107, Session One, Pastor Jack Gilbert
November 06, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBPastor Jack shares with us the first portion of Psalm 107 reminding us to not only give thanks during this time of the year, but to always remember the "why."
Standing in the Middle, Session Nine, Actively Standing
October 30, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBAs Pastor Tim concludes his the series, he reminds us that standing in the middle requires us to be active and NEVER allow the destructive quality of "passivity" to invite our hearts or minds.
Standing in the Middle, Session Eight, Technology
October 23, 2023 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBAs Pastor Tim looks at both the progressive viewpoint (pro), and the conservative viewpoint (con) he shares three "cautions" to consider when engaging with and through technology in our world today.
Standing in the Middle, Session Seven, Politics
October 16, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBMany things in our current culture get people amped up -- and politics is certainly one of those. But do politics and political ideas work with those who are kingdom minded? This Sunday, Pastor Tim tackles that question, along with many other thoughts on how followers of Christ can stand in the middle when it comes to the topic of politics.
Standing in the Middle, Session Six, Racial Tension, Part Two
October 09, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB"Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try my and know my thoughts and see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting." Psalm 139:23-24, ESV To Stand in the Middle, between truth and love, with regard to racial tensions, we must look to the Lord balance us. Not leaning fully to one side or the other, but always recognizing differences and celebrating, rather than stereotyping. And always remembering, that it starts with each one of us.
Standing in the Middle, Session Five, Racial Tensions, Part One
October 02, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBRacial tensions have existed for a long time, and one of the most prominent racial divides in history is that between Jews (Hebrews) and Gentiles. But, as Paul writes in Ephesians, Jesus "put to death" that dividing line through his sacrifice on the cross and it is His desire that we live united.
Standing in the Middle, Session Four, Sexual Chaos, Part Two
September 25, 2023 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBIn part two, Pastor Tim details out ways we can respond like Christ either individually, or broadly, within appropriate public settings. No matter where we are, or who we are speaking to, we always have to remember that the person we engage with is loved by Jesus. And we must stand in the middle with deep humility and genuine compassion.
Standing in the Middle, Session Three, Sexual Chaos, Part One
September 18, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this session, Pastor Tim calls out, by name, the sexual chaos that this world has come to accept over the last 100 years. Even though the this list sounds egregious, many of these activities have become accepted by Christians in our world today. And as a result, we need to repent of these sins and live out the truth of scripture as an example to the culture around us, showing them the real Jesus living through us.
Standing in the Middle, Session Two, The Truth of God
September 11, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBThis Sunday, Pastor Tim reminds us that truth is everything. It has to be the start to our conversations and the end. We can't just grab the parts that "work to our favor" or accommodate our lives in the way we want. It's indivisible and is there to equip us to do the Father's will.
Standing in the Middle, Session One, The Heart of God
September 04, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this new series, Pastor Tim seeks to explore the challenges that Christians face daily to remain faithful to God's truth and yet show the love and compassion of Jesus. In this first session, Pastor Tim explains how we are all under the wrath of God -- but through faith in Jesus Christ, we all live our lives under grace so that we may return to Him.
A Month of Mission, Week Four, Pastor JT Patton
August 28, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBPastor JT Patton visits us from Freshwater Church in the Tom Watkin's Neighborhood in North Springfield. As ministry partners, Freshwater and Grace Church desire to bring the love of Jesus to the local elementary school and a neighborhood of 2,200 people. Pastor JT shares of the impact WE can have whenever we take the love and message of Jesus wherever we go.
A Month of Mission, Week Three, Nolan & Kami
August 21, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week we get to hear from missionaries who share a new approach to sharing the Word of God where books aren't often able to go.
A Month of Mission, Week Two, Pastor Jeff & Lisa Fischer
August 14, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBGod can call you at the most unexpected time and into the most unexpected places. But following his call should never be an option...it's love and obedience to what he has for us! This Sunday, we hear from Pastor Jeff & Lisa Fischer about following the call to start a ministry reaching the abundance of college students that come to Springfield each year -- some who've never heard about the love of Jesus, some who were hurt by the church, and some who hold opposite, worldly views.
A Month of Mission, Week One, Pastor Carey Higgins
August 07, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBFor week one, we welcomed Matt & Abby Edwards, missionaries to Linz, Austria to join us and share an update on the Ukraine conflict and the impact it has had to their church in Austria and how general life as a missionary has changed their perspective on sharing the love of Jesus. Additionally, Pastor Carey Higgins shared a word with us setting the stage for our Month of Mission.
Barnabas, Session Four, Enduring Legacy
July 31, 2023 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBAll throughout the series we have learned that Barnabas was behind the scenes, following God's call on his life. In this final session, Pastor Tim shares how Barnabas continued to provide encouragement and advocate for those called to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Summer Study, Exploring Spiritual Language, Session Four
July 27, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBOur Summer Study series focuses on Biblical principles to learning and speaking in our spiritual language.
Barnabas, Session Three, Kingdom Vision
July 24, 2023 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBWould you be willing to step out of the "spotlight" to allow the furthering of God's Kingdom? What if it meant someone else leading, and you supporting? We see Barnabas doing this very thing in Acts, chapter 11, at Antioch. He encouraged them, supported them, and helped to guide the ministry there by ensuring they had the leader they needed.
Summer Study, Exploring Spiritual Language, Session Three
July 20, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBOur Summer Study series focuses on Biblical principles to learning and speaking in our spiritual language.
Barnabas, Session Two, Building Bridges
July 17, 2023 15:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThis Sunday, Pastor Tim explains to us how Barnabas changes the course of early church history by simply advocating for Saul (later to be called Paul) when the leaders of the church didn't fully trust him.
Summer Study, Exploring Spiritual Language, Session Two
July 14, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBOur Summer Study series focuses on Biblical principles to learning and speaking in our spiritual language.
Barnabas, Session One, The Son of Encouragement
July 10, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this first session, Pastor Tim sets the stage for this four part series on a man who sets an example for us through his giving and his encouragement.
Summer Study, Exploring Spiritual Language, Session One
July 07, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBOur Summer Study series focuses on Biblical principles to learning and speaking in our spiritual language.
Stand Alone Message, Living in Babylon, Pastor Tim May
June 26, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBAs God's people, we are part of this world, but not permanent residents. Looking to find the balance between speaking uncompromising truth and finding ways to learn how to share the love of Jesus in our words and actions. This Sunday, Pastor Tim gives us a "preview" of a series that is coming in Fall of 2023 that will look at hot topic issues we see, hear, and deal with everyday.
Ekklesia, Session Nine, The Ministry Mosaic, Pastor Tim May
June 19, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this final session, Pastor Tim discusses the Ministry Mosaic and how we, at Grace Church, are going to minister, serve, and love both inside and outside our building.
Ekklesia, Session Eight, Ministers and Ministry, Part Two, Pastor Tim May
June 12, 2023 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWe are all ministers, but are we all ministering? We are all servants, but are we all serving? This Sunday, Pastor Tim shares part two of Ministers and Ministry looking at how the freedom and grace that we are called to leads us to serving the ekklesia, the church, in any capacity that we are able to.