One of the ways Hebrews 11 can be viewed, is from ‘God’s perspective.’ How HE moved through each of the individuals named provided they would trust Him. And while the God of Israel doesn’t NEED any of the, limited resources, people provide; He invited the likes of Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah AND us, to play an active part in His plans for humanity. That’s what makes this chapter so exciting! It is His invitation to all of us, to ‘see God BE God and believe He will do what He says He will do’ -- so this morning we are going to study the life of Moses and see, from the scriptures... What God Can Do...!! To watch the whole service click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbMawHvQqdE&t=5s have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!

Grace Christian Church Sermons

2021.10.17 Joe Helg (FAITH: What God Can Do...!)

Today we’re going to look at a man referred to in Gal 3:9 as the ‘Man of Faith’ (Abraham). he is acknowledged as the patriarch of Israel and one who had the righteousness of God imputed to him because of faith in the one true God.  We read in Hebrews 11:17-19 of a specific event that he is commonly associated with… so as we continue our study in the 'Faith Hall of Fame' - we are going to be referring back to this account as recorded in Genesis 22. The focus today isn’t solely upon Abraham's display of faith, but also the SOURCE of his faith that enabled him to carry out what was asked of him.  So join us today as we go through "FAITH: Tried & Tested – Toughened & Triumphant." Have a blessed day Saints!! to watch the whole service click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SlwYY7moqA&t=3320s

2021.10.10 Joe Helg (FAITH: Tried & Tested - Toughened & Triumphant)

Today we begin a new series looking at Faith from Hebrews 11... a chapter commonly referred to as the 'Faith Hall of Fame.' And while we are quick to acknowledge the accomplishments these men & women of God we must never lose sight of the fact that the focus is what GOD could do through these people - by faith. Have a listen as we look at this introductory message about faith defined, faith exercised, & faith rewarded. to watch the service click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiAZ7cLumZQ&t=2 Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!

2021.10.03 Joe Helg (FAITH: Defined, Exercised & Rewarded)

Today we 'close out' our study in Jonah… as we see more of God in his dealing with those who know him (Jonah), those who don’t know him (the sailors) and most amazingly those who are known to have nothing to do with Him at all (Nineveh). The greatness of His patience, the wonder of His love, and the extent of His grace are all exemplified in Jonah’s account and what’s more, reaches even further when we’re given an insight to God’s reasoning for His persistence.  So, regardless of the context of our various circumstance we need to take a step back and filter our feelings, our thoughts, and our circumstances through the truths of God’s word, by the unction of the Holy Spirit, and with our eyes on the Lord Jesus -- otherwise our feelings will run away with us; our arguments will steel themselves within us, and the bitterness that may have began as a ‘seed’ will be used by the enemy to grow it into full blown defiance. Thus in the final message from Jonah, let us look at "God’s Grace Upon Him" by comparing "God’s Reasoning to Jonah’s Feelings" to watch the whole service just click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf_7XhrZJJ8&t=2248s Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!! 

2021.09.26 Joe Helg (God's Grace Upon Him: Reasoning to Jonah's Feelings)

Today we get to see the steps God takes in restoring to Jonah the honour & privilege to continue in service of the Almighty. Thus, the God of Second Chances is revealed; the authority of God's Strong Word is made manifest; and the Supernatural Miraculous take place because 'For God so loved the world...' (Jn 3:16a). And, in turn, we see the these same truths made evident to us as the children of God through Jesus Christ. to watch the service click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2YVoX1sEfk&t=533s have a blessed day brothers & sisters!! 

2021.09.19 Joe Helg (God's Grace Upon Him: Restored the Privilege to Serve)

Last week we began a study in Jonah… we looked at his calling and drew some important lessons that could be applied to us as Christians (specifically Fathers as we celebrated Fathers Day). Today we continue the study in Jonah, and we'll look at his response (as he flee's God's call) and the gracious persistence God shown toward him. Never should we allow the shadow of familiarity to lessen the lustre of the tremendous truths of God's Word, never should we become casual about the power and great glory that is encased within the gospel of grace, and the continual persistence of God's love reaching out to us!! to watch the service click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjtMNILog4s Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!

2021.09.12 Joe Helg (God's Grace Upon Him: The Enduring Persistence of God's Love)

For Mothers Day in March we had a look at Jochebed, a mother that entrusted her son to the Lord as looked at ‘God’s Grace Upon Her’ ... a miraculous moving of the Lord in her life, as she did what she could but, in the end, could only commit her son into the hands of God Almighty. Today is Father’s Day, and today we’re going to look at a biblical character that, while not a dad, see how he conducts himself in connection with his divine call. The focus, then, is that of calling... one’s response to that calling... and the grace one experiences despite the response. Thus, we’re going to look at “God’s Grace Toward Him: A Father’s Day Lesson” as displayed through Jonah. to watch the service just click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYT37fxgjm8&t=2s have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!

2021.09.05 Joe Helg (God's Grace Upon Him: A Fathers Day Lesson)

Brother Jono Hui shares the word from the book of Habakkuk and follows his journey with God. How God moves the prophet from a place of despair and brings him to the place of hope... not by changing his circumstances, but rather revealing Himself that Habakkuk's focus would change. Have a listen to see what lessons apply to us too as we look at what in means to 'live with hope' in our God. to watch the whole service just click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IL2SUwpnpdA

2021.08.29 Jono Hui (Living With Hope: Habakkuk)

When confronted with a challenge, a problem, or an obstacle, the way it is seen… or the perspective you have, plays a huge part in how the next step is taken. So too in our walks with Jesus… if all you see is what God isn’t doing (from your perspective) then you’ll totally miss out of witnessing what God IS doing from His perspective. If all you see is what you DON’T have (from your perspective) then you’ll totally overlook everything you DO have in Christ. If all you see is what others are NOT doing then you’ll completely dismiss all that others have done, are doing, or trying to do in your life as well! Not having the right perspective, or more accurately, not having God’s perspective in connection with what’s taking place around us, with us, and through us can result in us missing out on the abundance promised us - in Christ. Have a listen as we look at an example from Elisha's life and what he witnessed God do! to watch the service just click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJg0dEek7WA&t=2399s Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!

2021.08.22 Joe Helg (Living With Perspective: 2 Kings 6:8-23)

When you read the scriptures we can quickly see that living with some sort of ‘restrictions’ was nothing new to the saints of old. From the days of Moses – to the time of the Apostles – at the age of the Reformers – and today’s conditions for the persecuted church… the capacity for & the opportunity to grow, develop, & mature as followers of Jesus Christ has always been present, even in the midst of restrictions of some sort. Last year, when this ‘pandemic adventure’ began, a phrase was mentioned that stays true today… “…that while the context may change… the call remains the same” So this morning we're going to draw from Paul's letter to Timothy how we, as believers, can take up the call to 'fight the good fight of faith' - even if we're living under restrictions. to watch the whole service just click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=httjZZiU6ko&t=3658s

2021.08.15 Joe Helg (Living Under Restrictions: 1 Timothy 6:11-16)

What is Anxiety? Why do we get anxious and how do we go about our lives when faced with so much distress in the world today? Today we look at a well known passage of scripture from Paul's letter to the Philippian church... in this passage we'll look at three instructions that, prayerfully, will equip us to live above anxiety. [1] standing firm in the Lord - in this way  [2] do not be anxious - for anything [3] in every instance - pray If anxiety is the distress or uneasiness of mind that is caused by the fear of danger or misfortune, then the key to overcome it is found in Christ. to watch the service just click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUfJyv7TTwU

2021.08.08 Joe Helg (Living Above Anxiety)

This is the final Core Value of Grace Christian Church... and that is how we, as disciples of Jesus Christ, are not only a Building (built on a the firm foundation of Christ), a Body (diverse and yet united in Christ), and a Bride (loved to death by Christ), but we are also set apart to as the Family of God too. Purchased by His blood, sealed by His Spirit, secured by His love... thus, we get to look at today the 'Shape' we take as God's family, and the 'Function' we fulfill as that family. Spend a bit of time going through the word as we examine this last of the 10 Core Values we have at G.C.C. to watch the service click on the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ntt15lo6ehQ&t=2811s Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!

2021.08.01 Joe Helg (Family: The Shape of the Church)

Today's sermon is looking at two of the greatest expressions we have been blessed with as followers of Jesus... that of Prayer & Worship.  For much of the church today, there is a loss of appreciation & valuing of these aspects in our Christian journey...they are not expectations we have earned but rather blessings we have been given. So this morning we are going to look a little more in depth at these wonderful privileges we have received from God the Father because of God the Son. to watch the service just click on the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=088Sa4OKJkA Have a blessed day brothers & sisters!!

2021.07.25 Joe Helg (Prayer & Worship: The Expressions of the Church)

The definition of ‘culture’ is very formal and interpreted differently due to one’s context; in light of this, Culture can be defined as ‘…the qualities for which a specific group (i.e. family, team, church, etc.) or location (i.e. country, district, community, etc.) is defined or known by (a family culture defined by love; a winning culture defined by success; a toxic culture defined by tearing down… etc.)’ In light of this, what ‘culture’ have we created here in GCC and what steps can we take to bring about a culture ‘scented’ with the touch of heaven? Core Value #8 Church culture: We promote mutual acceptance, cultural relevance & doctrinal purity. Things that are necessary & interdependent with each other, as one looks to develop a God honouring & God glorifying church culture... thus, ‘from the get go’ one must ask themselves… [1] what can I do to promote acceptance… especially with those I don’t get along with? [2] how can I be active in making myself relevant to every person that are of different ages, races, languages, even mindsets, within our church? & [3] am I living in obedience to the Word of God in a way that draws people to Jesus (as He is lifted up in my life, family, & church)? to watch the service please click the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpiRxOblDRE&t=2439s Have a blessed day saints!!

2021.07.18 Joe Helg (Church Culture: The Condition of the Church)

Now there is an interesting wording in this core value that, to me, makes it stand out from the others.  You see the previous Core Values can be considered ‘reminders or prompts’ that align us as a church and as individuals with the heart, mind, & goals of God as revealed through Jesus Christ. This Core Value isn’t a prompt or reminder but rather an exhortation, or an expectation placed upon us because it is a core value that appeals to US ‘being a specific way’ now that we are, in Christ.  This is all communicated by the use of one single word ‘SHOULD’ and there, in that word is our expectation… if you are a Christian, if you have trusted in Jesus for the forgiveness of sins, & committed your life to Him through faith in Jesus, then according to THE BIBLE (not the core value), then you SHOULD yearn for growth & devotion as His disciple. Core Value #7: Spiritual growth — every believer should yearn for continuous growth and become a fully devoted disciple of Christ. to watch the service click on this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZ22RE6SZBo&t=1654s Have a blessed day saints!!

2021.07.11 Joe Helg (Spiritual Growth: The Maturing of the Church)

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