Grace Church Weekend Messages

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Weekly Podcasts from the Grace Church Series

  1. 13h ago

    Managing Our Finances God's Way - Giving as an Act of Worship

    Grace Church Weekend Messages

    Managing Our Finances God's Way - Giving as an Act of Worship

  2. Oct 26

    Plan Your Spending | Rick Long

    In this message (0:02:46), Pastor Rick Long of Grace Church continues his series on managing finances God's way, emphasizing that the primary reason people struggle with debt is that they lack a solid, proactive financial plan. He draws wisdom from the story of Joseph in the Bible to outline a biblical approach to spending and preparation. Everything we have is a gift from God—and how we manage it matters. God wants more for us than financial stress and worry; He wants us to experience freedom. Join us for this 7-week series "Managing Our Finances God's Way as we discover practical, biblical principles for contentment, spending, saving, debt, and giving so we can faithfully manage what God has entrusted to us and experience greater financial freedom as we live lives of Key principles for godly financial management: Live in reality, not fantasy: Many people stay in debt because they avoid looking at their actual numbers, pay only minimums on credit cards, or fail to save for emergencies (0:05:13 - 0:08:45). Joseph prepared for both the abundant years and the famine, showing that God's provisions don't eliminate the need for careful planning (0:15:43 - 0:17:01). Put God’s priorities first: A godly plan involves setting aside your tithe and savings before spending on wants, rather than treating them as leftovers (0:24:38 - 0:31:25). Practice saying "not now": Financial freedom requires self-control to defer gratification, choosing to wait rather than using debt to fund impulsive purchases (0:38:48 - 0:43:32). Create financial breathing room: Just as Joseph stored grain, we should create margin between our income and expenses so that emergencies become manageable expenses and opportunities become possibilities (0:43:34 - 0:48:37). Use resources for something bigger than wants: God entrusts us with resources to accomplish His mission. By managing what is currently in our hands, we can support ministries, help families in need, and share the gospel (0:48:42 - 0:56:25). Pastor Long concludes by sharing the ultimate financial metaphor: that we are all spiritually "bankrupt" by sin, but through Jesus Christ, our debt is paid and we are reconciled to God (0:56:28 - 1:00:08). If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthly To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/ 0:00 - Introduction and Announcements 1:42 - Managing Finances God’s Way 3:34 - Why People Stay in Debt 9:57 - Biblical Principles of Planning 15:43 - Living in Reality, Not Fantasy 24:38 - Putting God’s Priorities First 38:48 - Practicing "Not Now" 43:34 - Creating Financial Breathing Room 48:42 - Using Resources for a Higher Purpose 57:58 - The Gift of Salvation

    Plan Your Spending | Rick Long

  3. Oct 19

    Dedicate it All to God | Rick Long

    This video, titled Dedicate it All to God by Rick Long at Grace Church CO, explores the concept of surrender as a spiritual discipline. Everything we have is a gift from God—and how we manage it matters. God wants more for us than financial stress and worry; He wants us to experience freedom. Join us for this 7-week series "Managing Our Finances God's Way as we discover practical, biblical principles for contentment, spending, saving, debt, and giving so we can faithfully manage what God has entrusted to us and experience greater financial freedom as we live lives of Video highlights include: Celebrating Achievement: The message begins by celebrating the Forge Christian High School boys' golf team for winning their first state championship (0:40 - 7:02). Core Theme of Surrender: Rick Long teaches that while many believe God owns everything, true surrender involves letting God take control of our plans, finances, and future (9:14 - 11:51). The Story of Abraham and Isaac: The speaker uses the biblical account of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22 as a model for this type of surrender (13:10 - 22:00, 49:29 - 54:34). Five Principles of Surrender: Identify what you are most afraid to surrender (18:59 - 30:00). Obey God before knowing the outcome (30:03 - 39:24). Release the need to control the outcome (39:25 - 49:28). Allow God to redirect your plans (49:29 - 53:25). Leave the results in God's hands (53:26 - 57:36). The Connection to Christ: Rick Long draws a parallel between the mountain of Moriah in the Old Testament and the location of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, explaining that Isaac acts as a foreshadowing of the sacrifice made by the son of God (58:27 - 1:02:07). If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthly To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/ 0:00 Introduction to Grace Church 0:40 Celebrating Forge Christian High School 8:52 Alignment Series: Who is in Control? 11:06 Definition of Surrender 13:10 The Story of Abraham and Isaac 18:59 Principle 1: Identify What You Fear to Surrender 30:03 Principle 2: Obey Before You Know the Outcome 39:25 Principle 3: Release the Need to Control 49:29 Principle 4: Allow God to Redirect Your Plans 53:26 Principle 5: Leave the Results in God's Hands 58:27 The Connection to Christ and Calvary 1:02:07 Call to Salvation and Final Prayer

    Dedicate it All to God | Rick Long

  4. Oct 12

    The Big Picture | Rick Long

    This video, titled The Big Picture, features Rick Long, a Lead Elder at Grace Church, presenting the first installment of a 7-week series titled "Managing Our Finances God’s Way." The primary goal of the session is to shift the perspective of the congregation from financial stress to financial freedom by rooting money management in biblical principles. Key takeaways discussed include: God as the Source: True financial freedom begins when we recognize that God is the source of all our resources (0:20:17 - 0:22:17). We are encouraged to move away from the mindset of "I earned this" and embrace gratitude for the ability God provides to earn (0:22:17 - 0:25:17). Surrendering Ownership: A crucial step to freedom is acknowledging that we are merely managers, not the owners, of God's possessions (0:27:00 - 0:34:00). Managing money involves aligning our spending and saving with God’s purposes (0:45:17 - 0:52:00). Contentment: The speaker emphasizes that "enough" should be defined by God, as greed and the constant desire for more keep us from true contentment (0:35:00 - 0:41:17). Choosing a Master: Financial choices reflect who or what we serve. The message stresses that we cannot serve both God and money, urging the congregation to make God their ultimate master (0:56:42 - 0:59:51). Additionally, the video includes a segment showcasing the Samaritan's Purse ministry, highlighting how generous giving and stewardship impact lives globally, such as in the Peruvian Amazon (0:52:25 - 0:55:00). Everything we have is a gift from God—and how we manage it matters. God wants more for us than financial stress and worry; He wants us to experience freedom. Join us for this 7-week series "Managing Our Finances God's Way as we discover practical, biblical principles for contentment, spending, saving, debt, and giving so we can faithfully manage what God has entrusted to us and experience greater financial freedom as we live lives of generosity. If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthly To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/ 0:00:00 Introduction 0:02:25 The Reality of Debt 0:11:06 The Principle of the Pairs 0:20:17 God as the Source 0:27:00 Surrendering Ownership 0:35:00 The Meaning of Contentment 0:45:17 Aligning with God’s Purposes 0:52:25 Samaritan's Purse Ministry 0:56:42 Choosing Your Master 1:01:12 Dedicate Before You Manage 1:05:26 Closing

    The Big Picture | Rick Long

  5. Sep 28

    Make Room For What Matters Most | Rick Long

    If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthly To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/ The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence. In this message, Pastor Rick Long concludes a 5-week series titled "The Hurry Problem" by emphasizing the importance of intentionally creating margin in life to make room for what matters most: God, His purposes, and people. He warns against living a life dictated by the "urgent" and highlights that true flourishing requires slowing down. Key Principles for Making Margin (Using the acronym MARGIN): M - Make God's Presence Your First Priority: (16:32) Cultivate a daily habit of starting with God (23:45) and scheduling uninterrupted time with Him. A - Allow Your Soul to be Renewed: (24:47) Develop weekly rhythms of rest and refuse to view busyness as a status symbol (31:51). R - Resist the Rush for More: (32:27) Recognize that "more" will never satisfy the soul. Pastor Rick shares the story of Stanley Tam (35:32) as an example of living with an open-handed, kingdom-focused mindset. G - Give Generously: (40:34) Understand that all resources belong to God. Generosity is not about capital campaigns but living a lifestyle of contribution over consumption (44:41). I - Invest in What Outlives You: (46:42) Focus on things with eternal value, such as mentoring the next generation (48:43). N - Notice People More Than Your Schedule: (51:02) Hurried people often overlook others. Pastor Rick encourages viewing others with compassion, encouraging them with sincerity, and serving with humility (54:11-55:15). The message concludes by inviting viewers to accept the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ and commit to changing their patterns to live a life of purpose rather than constant chaos. 0:00 Introduction and Welcome 0:40 The Hurry Problem Series Conclusion 2:47 Making Room for What Matters Most 4:15 Dictated by the Urgent 8:27 The Theory of Margin (Howard McCluskey) 13:52 Defining Margin 15:15 M - Make God's Presence Your First Priority 24:47 A - Allow Your Soul to be Renewed 32:27 R - Resist the Rush for More 35:32 The Story of Stanley Tam 40:34 G - Give Generously 46:42 I - Invest in What Outlives You 51:02 N - Notice People More Than Your Schedule 56:14 Summary and Challenge 58:59 Invitation to Salvation

    Make Room For What Matters Most | Rick Long

  6. Sep 21

    The Hurry Problem | The Weekly Reset

    If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthly To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/ The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence. This video, led by Jacob Knox, the Pastor of Grace Students at Grace Church, explores the concept of the Sabbath as a necessary, God-given rhythm to combat the modern "hurry" problem. Key Takeaways on the Sabbath: Definition: The Sabbath is more than just a day off; it is a divine gift of a weekly rhythm that restores our relationship with God, others, and ourselves (05:42). God-Centered Living: It serves as a practical way to stop and remember that we are not God (10:25), allowing us to re-center our lives on His presence (36:34). Practical Steps to Practice Sabbath: Stop: Identify what is hardest to pause, set aside a specific time, and leave unfinished work for later (18:17 - 19:00). Renew: Choose activities that genuinely refresh your spirit rather than drain you (27:00). Slow Down: Use the time to enjoy God’s gifts, such as sharing a meal without rushing and expressing gratitude (28:08 - 36:00). Re-center: Spend intentional, unhurried time in the Bible, prayer, and worship to rely on God's provision rather than self-reliance (46:17 - 47:17). Throughout the message, Jacob Knox highlights that while some view the Sabbath as a list of legalistic rules, Jesus taught that the Sabbath was made for humanity, prioritizing relationship over rigid requirements (20:34 - 23:34). 0:00:00 Introduction 0:00:45 Defining the Sabbath Problem 0:05:42 What is Sabbath? 0:10:25 Sabbath as Stopping 0:20:17 Sabbath as Renewing 0:28:17 Sabbath as Slowing Down 0:36:42 Sabbath as Re-centering 0:41:00 Worship Segment 0:43:51 The Goal of Abiding in God

    The Hurry Problem | The Weekly Reset

  7. Sep 15

    The Hurry Problem | The Gift of Rest

    Grace Church Weekend Messages

    The Hurry Problem | The Gift of Rest

  8. Sep 8

    The Hurry Problem | The Hidden Cost of Hurry

    If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthly To Learn more about Grace Church go to https://gracechurchco.com/ The Hurry Problem is a 5-week journey to help you slow down and reconnect with God and others. Learn how to replace stress and distraction with rest, rhythm, and intentional living—because life is better with less rush and more presence. This video, led by Paul Faust, explores the "hurry problem" in modern life and the hidden costs it imposes on our well-being, relationships, and spiritual health (1:33). Key takeaways from the message: Defining the Hurry Problem: Paul explains that our culture is driven by excessive pace, demands, and constant connectivity via smartphones, leading to a mindset of constant busyness (3:24 - 5:51). He emphasizes that a full schedule does not have to be frantic (7:48). The Pace of Jesus: The speaker highlights that Jesus lived with immense pressure, yet he modeled a life of peace by withdrawing often to pray and connect with God (9:23 - 13:30). Building Presence: Drawing on the story of the woman who touched Jesus's robe in Mark 5 (24:15 - 28:15), the video teaches that being interruptible and prioritizing presence over productivity is essential. We are encouraged to remove distractions, focus fully on others, and value people as opportunities rather than interruptions (31:21 - 33:00). Deepening Relationships: Real connections require time and attention, much like the relationship Jesus had with his disciples (35:50). We are urged to slow down our conversations and ask deeper, meaningful questions instead of sticking to surface-level interactions (39:38). Joy and Resilience: Finally, the speaker notes that joy is relational and serves as the fuel for resilience and endurance (49:00 - 50:40). By connecting with God, we can experience peace that carries us through life's struggles, as modeled by Jesus enduring the cross (50:45 - 53:30). The message concludes with an invitation to receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ (59:08 - 1:02:50). 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Welcome and Introduction 1:33 - Defining the Problem: The Hurry Problem 3:07 - What Drives Our Hurry? 7:46 - Full Doesn't Have to Mean Frantic 8:39 - The Pace of Jesus 12:21 - 1. Peace Replaces Anxiety 16:53 - A GPS Plan for Rest 19:15 - Song: Rest and Reset 23:45 - 2. Presence Replaces Distraction 35:10 - 3. Deeper Relationships Over Surface Connection 43:05 - 4. Spiritual Sensitivity Replaces Numbness 48:47 - 5. Joy Replaces Exhaustion 55:36 - Closing Blessing: Numbers 6 58:55 - How to Receive the Gift of Salvation 1:02:00 - Closing Prayer

    The Hurry Problem | The Hidden Cost of Hurry
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