grace of god

Is there anything - or anyone - beyond God's grace? That's a good question... There are people and actions that are so repulsive and so offensive that it's hard to imagine grace being made available to or for them. In fact, were it up to us, most of us would choose not to show grace and instead would feel justified in feeling or believing that they don't deserve our grace.

The Lord Jesus often used many contrasts in order that we might feel the full impact of the lessons He was teaching. This week’s message is about the story of the Pharisee and the publican in which such a contrast could not be greater. There were two individuals who attempted to approach God is diametrically opposing ways. Only one received God's mercy and forgiveness. Which way will you take? 

The prophet, Isaiah, over 750 years before the birth of Christ, foretold the Saviour who would come and what would happen to Him. He would be rejected and despised. He would be crucified. He would carry our sorrows. He would bare our iniquities. Isaiah asked a probing question, “Who has believed this report?” The same question can be asked today whenever the gospel is preached. Who is going to believe this marvellous story? Who is going to trust in this good news? Will you?

Airtime: April 7-0, 2023

Message Title: The Resurrection, Truth or Conspiracy rerun

Speaker: Sandy Higgins

The topic of the resurrection is the foundation of the Christian faith, so it comes as no surprise that it is the doctrine that has been attacked most by atheists and other unbelievers down through the ages. Yet, the four gospels carefully preserve the details of the crucifixion and resurrection story. We trust that this message will help you to understand the gospel accounts more fully and that, if not saved, you would solemnly realize the implications of a risen Saviour and His claims upon YOUR life.

There are moments in life that define us. In this natural realm, they may appear as mere random moments, opportunities, or forks in the road - if we even consider them at all. But in the design of God, these defining moments of grace make us who we are (or who we are not). In this final episode in the series on Grace - The Energy of God, JB Shreve looks at the parable of the sower and the life of Esau to explore the difference in perspectives regarding these defining moments of grace. 

We encourage you to join us for each episode in this podcast series and your personal Bible Study as we spend the month discovering Grace – The Energy of God!

We encourage you to join us for each episode in this podcast series and your personal Bible Study as we spend the month discovering Grace – The Energy of God!

We encourage you to join us for each episode in this podcast series and your personal Bible Study as we spend the month discovering Grace – The Energy of God!

We encourage you to join us for each episode in this podcast series and your personal Bible Study as we spend the month discovering Grace – The Energy of God!

We encourage you to join us for each episode in this podcast series and your personal Bible Study as we spend the month discovering Grace – The Energy of God!

We encourage you to join us for each episode in this podcast series and your personal Bible Study as we spend the month discovering Grace – The Energy of God!

What do you think of when you think of grace? Unmerited favor? Forgiveness? Charity? This episode is the first in a new series we will look at throughout this month. The grace of God is so much more than most of us realize or have been taught. Grace is the energy of God that He uses not only to save us but to change us and shape us. In this podcast episode, JB Shreve explains that if you make the grace of God your primary focus this year, you will see the changes in your life you have been looking for!

Though there are many stories of love and many stories of sacrifice in the Bible, the two only truly come together for the first time at Calvary where Christ in love provided the ultimate sacrifice for sin. Why? So that we could be sure of being in heaven with Him. The Bible speaks of only two destinations. Those who trust Christ are saved and enter heaven through His blood, but those who refuse to receive God's forgiveness must be banished from the holy presence of God forever. Which destiny will it be for you?

Whenever your quiet times of rest occur, take a moment to thank the Lord. Every restful blessing is a small, grace-filled gift from him.
 

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“Amazing Grace” is a truly beautiful song. But how sad that many music artists around the world while lending their beautiful voices and instrumental skills to the song hardly appreciate what the song is truly all about! Well, it contains the simple gospel message of the awareness of sin, the grace of God in saving souls, and the joy of the believer upon receiving that message. Is grace amazing to YOU? Are the words of this beautiful hymn the language of your heart?