Grace Point Church

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  1. 6d ago

    What Does God Actually Want From You? | Deuteronomy 10:12–22

    You've received mercy — now what? In Deuteronomy 10, Moses turns to a rebellious people who deserved judgment but got grace, and asks a simple but profound question: what does God actually require of you? The answer is both simpler and harder than we expect. Pastor Joel Hastings walks through Deuteronomy 10:12–22, unpacking what it looks like to live fully for God in response to his mercy — fearing him, walking in his ways, and softening a stubborn heart. The passage lands with a call to love the outsider and the forgotten, because those who've been shown undeserved grace should be the first to give it away. Here's a couple key takeaways - God's commands aren't restrictions — they're for your good, given by a Father who chose you knowing everything about you. - A softened heart (not just outward obedience) is what God is after; true transformation shows up in how you treat the people around you. - Because Jesus took the judgment you deserved, the grace you've received should change everything — how you forgive, how you love, and who you're willing to pursue. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    33 min

  2. May 24

    Grace for Stubborn Hearts | Deuteronomy 9:7-10:11

    Israel had just witnessed miracle after miracle — parted seas, daily manna, the very presence of God on a mountain — and within weeks they were bowing to a golden calf. In Deuteronomy 9–10, Moses recounts one of the most sobering moments in Israel's history: God's righteous anger at a rebellious people, and a mediator who threw himself flat on the ground and refused to stop praying. Pastor Joel Hastings walks through the golden calf incident, Moses's two rounds of fasting and intercession, and the construction of the Ark of the Covenant — ultimately showing how all of it was pointing toward a mercy seat, a cross, and a Savior who would take the judgment so we don't have to. Here's a couple key takeaways - Sin is a bigger deal than we think — God's anger at Israel's rebellion wasn't overreaction, it was the rightful response to betrayal, and the same is true of our sin today. - The right response to sin — ours or those around us — is to get on our knees in prayer, not to post about it or pick a fight. - The mercy seat changes everything — God never planned to meet his people inside the law and judgment, but on top of it, in mercy — and that mercy is fully realized in Jesus. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    38 min

  3. May 17

    The Danger of Forgetting (Thinking We Deserve It) | Deuteronomy 8:11–9:6

    It's easy to look at everything you've built — your career, your family, your home — and quietly think, "I did this." But Deuteronomy 8 has a warning for exactly that moment: the more comfortable life gets, the more tempted we are to forget the One who made it possible. In this sermon spanning Deuteronomy 8:11–9:6, Pastor Joel Hastings walks through Moses' parting words to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land — a call to remember that God's provision, not our own power or righteousness, is the source of every good thing. From the wilderness to the land of plenty, the lesson is the same: humility and gratitude, not pride. Here's a couple key takeaways - When life gets comfortable, the danger of forgetting God is greatest — stay watchful. - Pride creeps in when we take credit for blessings God gave us; remembering His faithfulness is the antidote. - Trusting God isn't just spiritually right — it's restful; exhaustion is often a sign we've been carrying what was never ours to carry. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    31 min

  4. May 10

    What the Wilderness Is Actually Trying to Teach You | Deuteronomy 8:1-10

    What if the hardest season of your life is actually the most important one? In Deuteronomy 8, Moses gives Israel one final charge before they enter the Promised Land — but his message isn't just for them. It's for anyone who feels stuck in a desert season, wondering why God hasn't moved yet. Pastor Joel Hastings walks through what God was doing during Israel's 40 years in the wilderness — stripping away self-reliance so they could learn true dependence. From manna on the ground to clothes that never wore out, every provision pointed to the same truth: the desert develops humility, and humility creates dependence on God. Joel also shares a personal story of trusting God through eight months of paying two mortgages after moving to Arkansas — a reminder that the wilderness is never wasted. Here's a couple key takeaways - The wilderness isn't punishment — it's preparation. God humbles us by stripping away self-reliance so we can learn to trust him before he leads us into blessing. - The greatest threat to your faith often comes from abundance, not hardship. The generation formed in the desert stayed faithful; those born into prosperity drifted. - When you're in a desert season, go back to the Word. Just as Jesus answered temptation with Scripture, God's words are the sustaining food that carries us through. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansasSonnet 4.6

    33 min

  5. May 3

    God's Blessing Begins Where Compromise Ends | Deuteronomy 7:12–26

    What would it look like to actually live a blessed life — not someday, but right now? In Deuteronomy 7, Moses stands on the edge of the Promised Land and gives Israel a clear picture: God has loaded up every blessing they could ever want, and the path to all of it runs straight through obedience. But there's a catch — compromise quietly closes the door. In this message, Pastor Joel Hastings walks through Deuteronomy 7 and unpacks why Israel kept missing out on what God had already promised them — and why we do the same. From the snare of temptation to the trap of fear, Joel shows how God clears the path forward one step at a time, and why trusting Him with the next step is the whole game. Here's a couple key takeaways • God's blessing and compromise can't coexist — obedience isn't just a rule to follow, it's the path that leads directly to the life God wants for you. • Temptation works like a hook — what looks like a good thing can pull you off the path God has set, so keep your eyes on where He's leading you, not on what's dangling to the side. • The antidote to fear is remembering God's faithfulness — when the next step feels too big, look back at every time He came through before, and trust He'll do it again. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    34 min

  6. Apr 26

    You Are God's Treasured Possession — So Tear Down What Competes With Him | Deuteronomy 7:1-11

    What does it look like to actually live like you belong to God? In Deuteronomy 7, Moses calls Israel to enter the Promised Land and destroy everything that would pull their hearts away from God. Pastor Joel Hastings digs into one of the Bible's harder passages — and unpacks why it's actually some of the best news you'll hear. Joel walks through the call to radical holiness, the danger of modern-day idols, and the stunning reason God chose Israel in the first place: not because they were strong, impressive, or deserving — but simply because he loved them. That same unconditional love is the foundation for everything God asks of us. Here's a couple key takeaways God's love for you is not based on your performance — you can't earn it, and you can't lose it. His love is rooted entirely in who he is. Anything that competes with God in your heart is an idol — and if you don't tear it down, it will tear down your life. Because you are God's treasured possession, you are called to be different — to live set apart in a way that reflects whose you are. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    38 min

  7. Apr 19

    Don't Forget What God Has Done | Deuteronomy 6:10–25

    It's easy to trust God in the hard seasons — but what about when life is going well? In Deuteronomy 6, Moses delivers one of his final sermons before Israel enters the Promised Land, and his urgent warning is simple: don't forget what God has done. Because forgetting God's faithfulness doesn't usually look like rejection — it looks like distraction. Pastor Joel Hastings walks through three generations in this passage — those who saw God move, those who heard about it, and those who never knew Him at all — and challenges us to ask honestly: which chair are we in? He unpacks what it means to truly know God (not just know about Him), why trust always shows itself through obedience, and why sharing our story with the next generation isn't optional. Here's a couple key takeaways - Prosperity is often where we're most tempted to forget God — actively remember His faithfulness before you need a crisis to wake you up. - Real trust in God isn't just a feeling; it shows up in obedience with your time, finances, and family. - Don't just pass down church attendance — pass down a living, personal story of how God has worked in your life. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    37 min

  8. Apr 12

    What Does It Mean to Love God with Everything You Have? | Deuteronomy 6

    Most of us would say we love God — but what does that actually look like on a Tuesday morning, at the dinner table, or when life feels hard? In Deuteronomy 6, Moses delivers one of the most important passages in all of Scripture: the Shema. And the call isn't just to believe the right things — it's to love God with your whole heart, soul, and strength, every single day. Pastor Joel Hastings opens a new series in Deuteronomy by unpacking what it means to live with God at the center — not just in big spiritual moments, but in the daily rhythms of home, work, and family. He walks through how obedience flows from love, why your habits matter more than your intentions, and how the gospel changes everything about how we relate to God's commands. Here's a couple key takeaways - Blessings follow obedience — when you align your life with God's Word, it shapes your marriage, finances, and faith in ways that lead to real flourishing. - Obedience flows from love, not rules — the goal isn't just behavior change but loving God with your whole heart, soul, and strength so that everything else follows. - Discipleship happens daily, not just on Sundays — sharpening your children and your own faith happens in the everyday moments: the dinner table, the car ride, the morning routine. SUBSCRIBE for weekly sermons, stories, and other resources: https://www.youtube.com/@GracePointNWA?sub_confirmation=1 ============================= Connect with Grace Point Church: ============================= Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa Website: https://gracepointchurch.net #Sermon #GracePointChurch #NorthwestArkansas

    40 min
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  • Creator
    Various Speakers
  • Years Active
    2009 - 2026
  • Episodes
    228
  • Rating
    Clean
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