Grace City Church Ottawa

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Grace City Church exists to help people follow Jesus, raise leaders, and start churches. Listen to our weekly Sunday morning teaching to hear more about who Jesus is, what he has done for us, and how this good news changes absolutely everything.

  1. Romans 7:1-6 // The End of Performance: Dead to the Law, Alive to the Spirit

    Jun 21

    Romans 7:1-6 // The End of Performance: Dead to the Law, Alive to the Spirit

    Are you tired of running on the treadmill of "good behavior" just to please God? Many of us grew up thinking Christianity was just a long list of rules to keep—or things to stop doing. But what if the "good news" isn't actually about being good? In this sermon, we open Romans 7 to explore the radical difference between living under the exhausting weight of the law and walking in the life-giving freedom of the Spirit. We’ll look at the burden of performance, the gift of our new "marriage" to Christ, and how to stop trying to please an old master. If you’ve felt like you’re constantly trying to "win" your faith but are only finding low-grade exhaustion, this sermon is an invitation to rest in the finished work of Jesus. Discover how to stop performing, start living, and embrace a relationship with the Saviour who loves you at your worst. Support the show

    49 min

  2. May 3

    Grace City Church Membership // What We Believe About Gender & Gender Roles

    When conversations around gender often feel like navigating a minefield of power struggles, how do we find a path that leads to flourishing rather than friction? In this sermon, we're continuing our series on church membership by exploring one of our core distinctives: the biblical design of family, and how that pertains to gender and gender roles. Moving beyond "who gets to be in charge," we look at God’s original design in Genesis as a "lighthouse"—not a restriction to bind us, but a means of mercy to keep us from drowning in the chaos of a broken and confused world. Support the show

    44 min

  3. Apr 26

    Grace City Church Membership // What We Believe About Sex & Marriage

    Our culture hasn’t just drifted from God’s design for sex and marriage — it has inverted it, treating personal sexual freedom as sacred and God’s wisdom as the problem. This sermon looks at what’s behind that shift, what the Bible actually teaches about marriage from Genesis to Revelation, and what it means to respond faithfully — whether that calls us to repentance, to costly obedience, or simply to pursue Jesus with fresh wonder. Support the show

    40 min

  4. Apr 19

    Grace City Church Membership // The Story of Grace City Church

    What is the difference between knowing the language of Christianity and actually being surrendered to Jesus? In this sermon, and as part of our series on church membership, Rich and Natalia Crosby share the story of Grace City Church, including their own story of moving past a "christianized" upbringing to discover the transformative power of grace. From the early days of planting Grace City Church in Ottawa, to the restorative power of the cross in their own marriage, this conversation challenges our modern desire for comfort and invites us into a more authentic, open-door faith. Support the show

    56 min

  5. Apr 12

    Grace City Church Membership // Why Membership?

    The Bible pictures the church as a human body — many different parts, all belonging to one whole. This idea shapes everything about membership. When someone becomes a Christian, they are not only saved from sin - they are added to a community of people. This means being truly interconnected, because you cannot follow Jesus alone. It also means knowing your family — the specific people you are called to love, serve, and be honest with. Membership also matters when things go wrong. A clearly defined community makes loving discipline and restoration possible. Finally, it works in both directions: leaders need to know their people, and every member needs to know their leaders — the people God has given them to follow. Support the show

    46 min

  6. Mar 22

    1 Peter 5:1-4 // Follow the Leader: The Under-Shepherd’s Call to Courage and Sacrifice

    The Bible calls church leaders to be shepherds—a rich, ancient image running through the entire biblical narrative—not CEOs, therapists, or entertainers. Leadership is a gift from God to His people. Good shepherding means knowing your people personally, feeding them on Christ through the Word, leading them courageously (even when that requires correction), and protecting them sacrificially. The only right motive is love for Jesus: 'Do you love me? Feed my lambs. Support the show

    43 min

  7. Mar 1

    1 Peter 3:1-7 // The Quiet Revolution: Finding Strength in Submission

    In a culture of self-promotion and competing rights, Peter calls for a countercultural marriage rooted in Christ. Wives are invited to a "quiet spirit"—not out of timidity, but as a bold trust in God that prioritizes inner beauty over outward attention. Similarly, husbands are called to lead through self-giving sacrifice rather than entitlement. Together, they mirror the Gospel: a partnership where submission and leadership both reflect the selfless love of Jesus. Support the show

    44 min

  8. Feb 1

    1 Peter 2:11–12 // Beloved Outsiders & Why We Don’t Fit In

    Peter’s message in 1 Peter 2:11–12 is simple: because we are God’s beloved exiles, we should live differently. We are called to trade soul-crushing passions for a life of such visible goodness that our neighbours see Christ in us. Transforming change doesn't come from just trying harder—it comes from loving Jesus more. Support the show

    45 min
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Grace City Church exists to help people follow Jesus, raise leaders, and start churches. Listen to our weekly Sunday morning teaching to hear more about who Jesus is, what he has done for us, and how this good news changes absolutely everything.

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  • Creator
    Grace City Church
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    345
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Grace City Church Ottawa
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    Grace City Church Ottawa