Paul began his letter to the Romans declaring the gospel as the power of God for salvation. He now ends his letter telling these Christians that God is able to strengthen them by the gospel and the preaching of Christ. Today we reflect back on Romans and see the ways that we, a congregation, become strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
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Grace Community Church is committed to building spiritually healthy people for ministry in the world. We are a disciple-making church with God-centered worship and biblical teaching, mutual encouragement toward spiritual growth, and engagement with the world through evangelism, missions, and service.
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Sunday Jun 06, 2021
Sunday May 30, 2021
Sunday May 30, 2021
The voice of God in his word speaks warnings, instructions, and promises. God’s voice is clearly heard in this passage. The church of Jesus Christ is warned of the divisions and doctrinal error that Satan promotes through false teachers. We are instructed to be wise, discerning and avoiding evil while clinging to what is good. And, we are promised that soon God will crush the enemy under our feet. These are fitting final words for Christians waiting for Christ’s return.
Tuesday May 25, 2021
Tuesday May 25, 2021
This week, Justin and Scott look at the final greetings in Romans 16 , discussing what it looks like to serve together in the church and in the world.
Sunday May 23, 2021
Sunday May 23, 2021
The personal greetings of Paul to the Christians in Rome reveal the beauty of friendships forged in Christ. These Christians shared life in Christ and gave service to Christ. They expressed their friendship with affection for one another. This is another picture for us of a healthy congregation.
Monday May 17, 2021
Monday May 17, 2021
When we have a vision for God’s global agenda of gospel proclamation and the expansion of his church, we want to be used by Christ to accomplish this good work. We find in this passage practical ways our congregation can do ministry beyond ourselves.
Tuesday May 11, 2021
Tuesday May 11, 2021
Justin and Scott discuss the truth that God has given us all we need to instruct one another in the faith.
Sunday May 09, 2021
Sunday May 09, 2021
With the Spirit of Christ filling us with the fruit of goodness, and the Word of Christ filling us with spiritual knowledge, we have what we need to help each other grow in faith, hope, and love. We find in this passage another vision of a beautiful congregation that helps people and glorifies God.
Tuesday May 04, 2021
Tuesday May 04, 2021
This week, Justin and Scott finish their discussion on “Dealing with Differences.” What do we do when we don’t agree on the essentials, and how do we handle the tension between each other when our opinions differ on the non-essentials?
Sunday May 02, 2021
Sunday May 02, 2021
As the Christians in Rome were reasoning about issues of discipleship, Paul shows them how to reason well and gives them reasons for welcoming one another. Imagine the beauty and health of a congregation committed to the essential truths and practices of the Christian faith, and welcoming one another in a way that reflects the welcoming heart of Christ. May the Lord grant us this gift.
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
Justin and Scott continuing their discussion on dealing with differences, This week, they talk about what to consider when we approach others we disagree with in the church.