The sermon explores Isaiah 9, connecting the themes of the birth of Jesus with political and societal implications. Pastor Josh McPherson critiques the apathy and extremism in modern Christian engagement with politics and emphasizes Jesus' role as a just, wise, and powerful ruler. Using Isaiah's prophecy, the Pastor Josh discusses Jesus’ governance as a blend of justice, righteousness, peace, and divine wisdom, offering a hopeful outlook on the coming of God’s eternal kingdom. 

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit to ask the question... what does it mean to make earth great again? Pastor Josh reminds us of the Genesis 1:28 command to "Be fruitful and multiply," and he further unpacks the progress in our Be Fruitful initiative of Grace City Church which started about a year ago, including an update on Garden City Academy. 

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This episode of the Stronger Marriage Podcast Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon McPherson tackle a variety of difficult questions surrounding In-Laws, Holidays, and Relatives. 

- How do I become a good gift giver?
- What do I do if I receive a bad gift at Christmas?
- How do I navigate conversations with people who don't share my political beliefs?
- What do I do when my aunt wears "Smash the Patriarchy" shirt at a holiday gathering?
- How do I avoid projecting my past of bad holiday dysfunction onto my current family?
- How do I spread the gospel during conversations around the holidays with my family?
- What are the worst Christmas songs?

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Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon discuss all things family dysfunction in this podcast. 

- How should newlyweds setup boundaries with dysfunctional extended families?
- Should I attend holiday gatherings with relatives who are openly living in sin?
- What do I do if my relatives still haven't asked for forgiveness and act like nothing has happened?
- What boundaries should be set up during Christmas with our In-laws?

All this and more as Josh and Sharon ask the question to the listener...
- Is your extended family dysfunctional, or is your marriage the dysfunctional party?

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How do you set healthy boundaries with family during the holidays?
What is the role of in-laws in supporting young couples starting new traditions?
What are some practical tips for gift-giving and communication with extended family?
Pastor Josh McPherson talks with his mom, Candy, and his wife, Sharon McPherson, as they discuss all things holidays and traditions. They unpack the joys and challenges of merging families during the holidays, offering practical advice on creating traditions, managing in-law relationships, and avoiding common pitfalls that can add unnecessary stress.

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In this concluding sermon of a 49-week series on the Book of Acts, Pastor Josh McPherson emphasizes the transformative power of studying the Bible with a focus on Jesus Christ. Highlighting the literary device of inclusio, the sermon underscores that both the beginning and end of Acts revolve around preaching the Kingdom of God empowered by the Holy Spirit. Pastor Josh warns against "missional drift," where church needs overshadow the primary mission of building God's Kingdom, and stresses the importance of maintaining theological purity, especially amidst modern societal pressures like the LGBTQ+ debate. Through personal anecdotes of church growth and unwavering faith, Pastor Josh calls us to to boldness in our mission, encouraging us to prioritize Jesus in all aspects of church life and anticipate a significant move of God in the coming year.

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In Acts 28, Pastor Josh McPherson reminds us that following Jesus is a call to a Kingdom-minded life, marked by a consuming passion for God’s mission. This life often involves a paradoxical blend of suffering and joy, as well as experiencing victory through apparent setbacks. The Christian journey can be likened to a train moving forward on parallel tracks of blessing and hardship. When our plans unravel and confusion takes over, we are encouraged to ask, "What’s next?", instead of, “Why me?”, to see every crisis as an opportunity, and to hold onto the truths revealed to us in times of clarity. We must resist compromise, choose integrity, and remain steadfast, understanding that every trial is a chance to persevere and grow.

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This sermon explores Acts 27, where Paul endures a treacherous sea journey. Pastor Josh McPherson uses this narrative to illustrate how God's sovereignty extends over life's storms, even when circumstances feel dire or hopeless. He emphasizes that suffering doesn't always signify divine punishment; rather, God often works through adversity to strengthen faith. Through the story, believers are encouraged to find hope, not in sentimentality, but in God's promises. Ultimately, the sermon calls on listeners to trust in God’s presence and purpose amid life’s storms.

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson delves into the role of Christian ethics in politics, examining biblical narratives where figures like Joseph, Daniel, and Esther influenced rulers and governments. Emphasizing that God's kingdom has a political dimension, Pastor Josh advocates for Christian involvement in politics as a means to resist policies that contradict biblical principles. He argues that sometimes obedience to God requires civil disobedience, especially when governing authorities impose ungodly mandates. He challenges believers to uphold moral values, resist conforming to secular pressures, and advocate for a society aligned with biblical teachings. 

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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson shares his perspective on the upcoming election, discussing why he supports Donald Trump from a Christian and moral standpoint. He delves into Trump’s alignment with religious freedom, traditional family values, and his willingness to work alongside faith leaders. Pastor Josh also addresses opposing candidates’ policies, which he views as fundamentally incompatible with a biblical worldview. If you’re wrestling with the decision of how to vote, tune in for insights on why religious values are at the forefront of this election.

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In this episode of the Stronger Man Nation Podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson dives into a unique experience he had at an event in Atlanta, Georgia, where he joined other faith leaders to gather with President Donald Trump. Pastor Josh shares insights into discussions around the intersection of faith and politics, with leaders calling for active Christian involvement in national issues. He explains the impact of the National Faith Advisory Board’s "Pastor’s Bill of Rights," which supports religious freedom and advocates for pastors’ rights to speak freely without fear of government retribution. This episode offers a unique look at how religious freedom is at stake in upcoming elections, as well as why Christian leaders must stay engaged in guiding their congregations and speaking openly.
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In this episode, Pastor Josh McPherson tackles the complexities Christians face in the current election, providing a three-tier framework for assessing political issues and candidates. By breaking down policies into realms of opinion, wisdom, and obedience, he explains why some political matters require Christian discernment and debate, while others demand a clear biblical stance. Pastor Josh highlights why this election cycle is unique, with most issues falling under the moral guidance of Scripture, and urges Christians to vote not just for candidates but for the values and policies that align with their faith. This episode aims to equip believers with tools for making informed, biblically grounded decisions this election season.

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Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks "The Six Dragons Every Man Must Kill" across the different seasons of life. Josh outlines how each season of a man's life, from youth to old age, presents unique "dragons" or obstacles, which must be slain through faith, discipline, and personal growth. As men, we must embrace responsibility, rely on God’s strength, and become stronger men through defeating the dragons that hinder spiritual growth. 

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In this sermon Pastor Josh McPherson focuses on the metaphor of "killing dragons," representing the battle against evil and sin in both personal and cultural spheres. Josh emphasizes that confronting these metaphorical dragons—anything opposing God's truth and righteousness—is difficult but necessary. As stronger men, we must be ready, willing, and able to fight these battles. Men must take responsibility, lead with courage, and slay the dragons of sin, temptation, and evil influences in their lives and communities. 

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How should Christians vote? Should Christians vote at all? 
Pastor Josh McPherson emphasizes the importance of aligning our votes with biblical principles and Christian values rather than political parties or personal preferences. When Christians vote (and yes, they should vote), we need to think in the category of "Thus sayeth the LORD." We need to first acknowledge that our ultimate allegiance is to Christ. 

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In this podcast Pastor Josh McPherson interviews the two candidates for the Chelan County Commissioner position; Flint Hartwig and Brad Hawkins. Josh hones in on the point that local politics are very important, which is impacts people's lives more than whoever is in the White House. Listen to hear how these two intelligent men dialogue on how to tackle issues of homelessness, wildfires, and the housing crisis. 

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In this episode Pastor Josh McPherson of Grace City Church in Wenatchee, Washington and Pastor Mark Driscoll of Trinity Church in Scottsdale, Arizona discuss the future of America and the American church in light of current events that don't seem to bode well for a Spirit-filled future.

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Was America truly founded as a Christian nation? Are we still considered a Christian nation now? In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks the historical evidence surrounding the nation's founding and the faith of the Founding Fathers. By examining key documents like the Constitution and Declaration of Independence, as well as writings from early leaders, we aim to understand the role that Christianity played in shaping the U.S. government and society as we know it today. 

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In this week's sermon, we dive into Romans 13 to uncover God's purpose for government. Pastor Josh McPherson explores the essential role of government as ordained by God to administer justice, punish evil, and reward good. Learn why it's crucial for the government to stay within its assigned responsibilities and how overreaching can be destructive to families, churches, and society as a whole. As citizens, we have a responsibility to engage the government with a biblical perspective.

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Pastor Josh McPherson brings the message, this second week of the Jesus & Politics sermon series, answering important questions... What is government? What system is best for wielding and checking power? Why is there a danger to the ideology of Democracy? 

Josh lays out the foundational guardrails that the government needs to stay inside of for an ordered society to flourish. The answer to experience an ordered society is in nationalism and in maintaining a righteous government. 

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Why talk about Jesus & Politics? How should Christians navigate the political landscape? With insights from Psalm 2 and Matthew 22, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks how our hope lies not in political systems but in Christ. Politics can be a way we serve and love others, but we must ensure our ultimate allegiance is to Jesus. Join us as we discuss how to think biblically, discern wisely, and act faithfully in a world where politics often pulls us away from our true calling.

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Pastor Josh McPherson teaches the foundational principles that the Garden City Academy Farmers secondary students learned during this inaugural 'Ruck Week'. What is a Ruck? Stay tuned to find out!

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In this "Hey Dad!" Podcast episode, we discuss the importance of encouraging children to ask thoughtful questions, and how parents should instill this habit in them. Pastor Josh McPherson is asked a variety of questions by two of his kids; Levi and Ella Mae McPherson...
 - What a does an upcoming freshman in college do to prepare to move out of their parent's house?
 - What should I do as a young man in preparation for marriage? 
 - How should a young women prepare for marriage, without being passive? 
 - While in the parent's home, what are practical habits to do now to succeed as an adult?

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In a wide-ranging conversation, Josh McPherson hosts John Lovell, who reflects on his military service and the broader implications of patriotism. He challenges the notion that military service is the sole form of patriotism, highlighting other vital community roles like teaching and emergency services. The discussion also covers personal beliefs on firearms, the impact of cultural shifts within the military, and how to navigate increasingly complex societal norms, particularly in education and parenting.

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Live podcast on stage from the "Kill Dragons" Stronger Man Conference! 
Pastor Josh's son Levi and Pastor Adam's son Ben each ask their father questions sent in from the audience. 
Some questions include the following: 

• How do I redeem going to college?
• What do I do if someone keeps "drilling holes in the boat" in Christian community?
• What do I do if my In-Laws are the biggest dragon in my life?
• How do I prepare for my son's next season of life?
• How to encourage your son to grow towards the Lord?

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How do I handle family dysfunction? Is there a way to break free from generational curses? What do I do if I am becoming my mom in all the worst ways? How do I forgive a spouse who is unrepentant? How you practically apply God's power? Pastor Josh and and his wife Sharon answer your questions from week 8 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of God's Power."

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Josh took his son and several other men through the Grand Canyon on the Rim-to-Rim Hike. This sermon draws out several faith lessons from that hike. There are lessons from the trail that can be applied to our own "trail" of life.

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How do you honor a parent who has hurt you while maintaining boundaries? What does honoring your parents actually mean? How do you set up boundaries with a manipulative parent? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 8 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of God's Power."

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In this engaging Stronger Man Nation podcast episode, Josh McPherson discuss the reality of online censorship and agenda-driven big tech with guests, Mark Driscoll, and John Lovell who share their experiences and insights. These men delve into the rise of artificial intelligence and its cultural implications. The conversation wraps up with a deep dive into men, masculinity, and the importance of strong leadership in churches. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing Christians today. 

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Our life is chaotic, how do we make changes? How do we break free from enmeshed family systems? I have been prioritizing hobbies and "me time" over my kids, how do I repair the damage? We're new believers, is it okay to go "scorched earth" on everything? 
Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 7 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Planning."

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Stronger Marriage #8 - The Law of God's Power 
Welcome to the final episode of the Stronger Marriage series! Josh brings an extra part to the 7-week marriage series, making this Law #8 of building a Stronger Marriage. Join us as we delve into the power of planning and the transformative role of God's power in overcoming sin, temptation, and brokenness through forgiveness. Discover the key takeaways from last week's sermon on purposeful planning and explore this week's focus on the law of God's power. Tune in for an inspiring conclusion to our series, where Josh unpacks the critical elements of integrity, honor, humility, and forgiveness in building a Stronger Marriage. 
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 - All of today's questions are in relation to sex and sexuality -
How do you talk to your children about sex? How can my husband help me in the area of physical fitness and body image? What do I do if my husband is addicted to pornography? How is sex like fast-food and fine-dining? 
Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 6 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Pleasure" [pt. 2]. 

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Stronger Marriage #7 - The Law of Planning
In this sermon, Josh brings the last of the 7 Laws of a Stronger Marriage. While the previous six laws are crucial, without the seventh, they won’t be effective. This law, although simple and intuitive in other aspects of life, is often neglected in marriage. Couples need to proactively apply wisdom, make plans, and set goals to ensure a strong and thriving marriage. The marriages that fail to plan should plan to fail. 

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 - All of today's questions are in relation to sex and sexuality -
How do you bring up uncomfortable topics with your spouse? Is masturbation ever acceptable as a single person or while you are married? What do I do with constant criticism from my husband?
Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 6 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Pleasure" [pt. 1]. 

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Stronger Marriage #6 - The Law of Pleasure
Pastor Josh McPherson is back with week 6 of our Stronger Marriage series, focusing on the gift of sex between a husband and a wife in the covenant of marriage. It as a gift from God meant to be enjoyed exclusively within the confines of marriage. Pastor Josh points out that the best sexual experience does not come from any mastering of technique, but through cultivating your covenant with your husband or wife. 

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This episode of the Stronger Marriage Podcast is in relation to Stronger Marriage Law #5 - "The Law of (her) Power." 

Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife, Sharon, delve into the crucial role of a wife as a helper in marriage. Sharon breaks down the acronym "HELPER," with each letter corresponding to a way a wife can become a better helper. They discuss the practical and spiritual aspects of this role, emphasizing the need for wives to empower, respect, and support their husbands. Sharon shares her insights on being a proactive and loving wife, including her strategies for praying for Josh, encouraging him, and maintaining a strong, intimate connection. 

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What if I don't feel the role of "Helper" is a noble role?  Who should mow the lawn and who should do the dishes? My husband hasn't apologized in 40 years; what do I do? When does a young woman know if she is ready to leave the home? What do you do as a wife if you feel unheard and disrespected? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 5 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (her) Power" [pt. 2]

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How do I respectfully point out blind spots in my spouse? What to do if I am a wife who struggles with the idea of submission? What did Josh notice in Sharon that reflected inner beauty? What to do if I am a single, loud woman who wants to exercise quiet strength? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 5 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (her) Power" [pt. 1]

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Stronger Marriage #5 - The Law of (her) Power
In this sermon, Pastor Josh explores the complexities of submission and leadership within marriage, challenging cultural perceptions and urging both spouses to embrace their God-given roles. A wife has a divine calling to be a helper to her husband; to respect, affirm, and support her husband's headship. 

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 - PART 2 -
 What do I look for in a potential spouse, and what do I avoid? What to do when you've failed in spiritual leadership? How to respond in a respectful way when I am commonly defensive and emotional when my husband confronts me? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 4 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (his) Power"  

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 - PART 1 -
How do you architect your life so you can actually lead your family? How does a wife avoid usurping her husband's leadership as Head? How do I break free from years of following the same bad habits whilst not following God's design? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 4 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of (his) Power"  

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The Law of (his) Power - Stronger Marriage Week 4

Pastor Josh unpacks biblical headship and the roles husbands and wives play in a Christian marriage. He emphasizes the importance of living under God's authority and the consequences of not doing so. God has given both men and women unique and distinct powers to either build or break their marriages. Husbands should wield their God-given power responsibly to nurture and strengthen their marriages. 

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What to do when sports is taking up all your time? When you don't have privacy in the bedroom? How to know if you are violating the Law of Priority? How to be a good mother of boys and encourage differentiation? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 3 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Priority."  

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What do you do when you have no time or energy for sex as a mom? What do you do when your husband's mom makes you feel inferior? What do you do when you feel jealousy in a marriage? How do you unlock the mysteries of your wife? Pastor Josh McPherson and his wife Sharon answer your questions from week 3 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Priority."  

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Stronger Marriage #3 - The Law of Priority
Welcome to week 3 of our Stronger Marriage series. Explore the fundamental aspects of building a stronger marriage in focusing on "The Law of Priority." Josh delves into the biblical basis for prioritizing one's spouse over all other earthly relationships and endeavors, using Genesis 2:24 as a foundational verse. How does a couple actively leave, cleave, and unite to form a solid marital relationship? 

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 What should you do when your spouse thinks everything is okay in your marriage, but you believe something needs to change? What should young Christians do about dating today? Should Christians get prenuptial agreements? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 2 of the Stronger Marriage series, "The Law of Promise." 

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Stronger Marriage #2 - The Law of Promise
What is the Law of Promise and how does it help to form the foundation of a stronger marriage? Join Pastor Josh McPherson for week 2 of our Stronger Marriage sermon series as he explains God’s design for marriage, our culture’s contempt for it and how to cultivate a safe, stable intimate marriage through covenant love. 

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What do you do if your spouse won't change? Or if they are self-destructing? How do you maintain hope as the spouse of an unbeliever? How do you know when a spouse who is struggling with addiction is safe? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 1 (Part 2) of the Stronger Marriage sermon series. 

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What do you do if your marriage is stuck? Is it possible to change your spouse? How do I earn back trust from my spouse? Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson answer your questions from week 1 Part 1 of the Stronger Marriage sermon series. 

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Stronger Marriage #1 - The Law of Preeminence
Join Pastor Josh as we embark on a seven-week journey with our new series, "Stronger Marriage." Whether you're seeking to rejuvenate your marriage or lay a strong foundation for a future relationship, this series is designed to fortify your relationship against the trials of life and deepen your bond with your spouse.

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 In this sermon Pastor Josh delivers a message on the necessity of a Spirit-filled church, drawing wisdom from the Book of Acts and the trials early Christians endured amid a hostile world. He outlines the societal pivot from viewing Christianity with favor, to indifference, and now hostility, marking the legal and cultural shifts that sideline Christian tenets. Amidst adversity, Pastor Josh underscores the imperative of unwavering faith, a Christ-centered life, and embodying Christian virtues. Highlighting Paul's fearless proclamation of the Gospel to King Agrippa, he calls for Christians to stand firm in their faith, practice compassion, and ensure Jesus remains the epicenter of their lives. 

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson discusses the story of Paul in Acts chapter 23 and highlights three things to remember about God in a negative world reality. The first point is that the plot of the enemy only serves to propel the purposes of God. Pastor Josh emphasizes that even in the face of opposition and attacks, God is sovereign and in control. The second point is that evil men, godless men, and secular infrastructures can be used by God to fund and facilitate His kingdom work. Pastor Josh uses the example of Paul being protected by Roman soldiers and being provided for by the Roman government while in prison. The third point is that in the midst of negative circumstances, we should stay alert, open, sharp, and ready to say yes to God. Pastor Josh encourages pastors and leaders to not be discouraged by the increasing hostility towards Christianity and to continue faithfully preaching the truth. 

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back to explore the concept of navigating a "Negative World" as Christians - drawing lessons from Paul's life on standing firm in faith amidst opposition. We need to fully understand the importance of living according to Christian principles, actively engaging in one's duties, maintaining a clear conscience, and trusting in God's sovereignty and protection. 

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In this video, we dive deep into the foundation of Paul's dissidence as outlined in the Acts of the Apostles, exploring the intricate balance between divine law and civil obedience. Paul's teachings provide a robust framework for understanding our responsibilities as believers in both the heavenly and earthly realms.

1. Holy Jurisdiction: We begin by acknowledging that God has established a specific domain of governance, setting the stage for a discussion on divine versus human authority.

2. Holy Limitations: The video examines the clear boundaries within which this divine jurisdiction operates—punishing evil, rewarding good, and protecting citizens, highlighting the role of government as both a friend to the righteous and an adversary to wrongdoers.

3. Holy Submission: Submission to authority emerges as a recurring theme throughout scripture, serving as a foundation for order, blessing, unity, and human flourishing.

4. Holy Responsibility: We explore the dual aspects of responsibility, addressing those in authority as well as those under authority.

5. Holy Accountability: The discussion shifts to the accountability of governments that act unrighteously, emphasizing the fear that should be instilled in them, as warned by Paul.

6. Holy Foundations: This section delves into the moral and natural laws that underpin and support civil law, establishing a higher standard of justice and righteousness.

7. Holy Dissidence: We then tackle the concept of legitimate versus illegitimate government, focusing on the conditions under which dissidence becomes a necessary response to authority that contradicts God's Law.

8. Higher Allegiance: The video clarifies the nature of our allegiance, asserting that our primary loyalty is to God, even when it means opposing earthly powers.

9. Greater Good: Finally, we discuss the role of the Church in advocating for righteousness, emphasizing the collective benefit of speaking up against injustice and the consequences of silence.

Tactics of Paul’s Dissidence:

• Know Your Jesus Story: Understanding and articulating your faith story is crucial.
• Tell Your Jesus Story: Boldly and openly share your journey with Christ.
• Live Your Jesus Mission: Commit to your divine mission with courage and conviction.
• Exercise Your Rights: Navigate your civic duties with wisdom and insight.

Pastoral Hacks for Navigating a Negative World:

• Embrace unpopularity for the sake of the Gospel.
• Develop resilience in the face of criticism.
• Sacrifice your reputation as part of your devotion to Christ.
• Prioritize a fear of God over the fear of man.
• Redefine love and faithfulness through the lens of truth-telling.

Big Ideas:

• The Gospel must not only be preached but also felt, often stirring the waters of complacency and indifference.
• Our heavenly citizenship should enhance, not negate, our engagement with the world around us.

This video aims to equip believers with the insights and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of faith, authority, and societal engagement in a manner that honors God and fosters genuine human flourishing. Join us as we explore Paul's timeless wisdom and its application for Christians today.

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back with a recap of the Glenn Beck Podcast experience and a teaching on the foundation and story of Paul’s dissidence in Romans 13 and Acts 22. 

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What is the demonic? Does the Old Testament have anything to say about what we are seeing throughout our culture today? Pastor Kyle McMullen delivers another great practical teaching from the book of Leviticus Chapter 17:1-7. 

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What does the Levitical priesthood have to do with following Jesus today? Come find out as Pastor Kyle McMullen preaches from the book of Leviticus chapter 6:8-13. Hint: It's all about the blessing, calling, and transformation. 

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 Pastor Adam James is back to deliver five marks of a Jesus-Filled Church in a Negative World. 

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 Pastor Josh McPherson delivers Part 2 of his sermon from Acts Chapter 20 with a review of the history of Evangelicalism and the three stages of, "Positive World", "Neutral World", and "Negative World" and what we as followers of Jesus need to understand about our missiological plan in this Negative World reality. In short, we as the Church need to... figure it out faster. 

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 ⁠Pastor Adam James is back in the pulpit this week to deliver an encouraging message on gospel advancement from Acts Chapters 19:8-20:24. 

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 Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit this week to deliver a message on leadership as we continue through the book of Acts. 

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Join Pastor Josh as he introduces the Garden City Academy team! 

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 You may have heard that the people of Grace City have raised $15.5 million to launch a school in town, plant a church in GA, and add more space for our preschool and other children’s ministries. It’s true. It’s incredible!! And it’s unexpected. ⁠ ⁠ We learn over and over that even our wildest dreams and most audacious goals are too small for the Lord when He moves. We’re rejoicing in what the Lord has done. ⁠ ⁠ It is good and right to take time to talk about it, look back at the river we crossed, point at the stones we stacked, and tell the story…so none of us miss it. 

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 Mission happens not in spite of the mess, but in the middle of the mess. Whether you've been a Christian for many years, or you are a brand new believer, you know that mission is messy.  In Acts 18:1-17 we see the real-life mess that Paul was in - traveling, marriages, political persecution, racial tensions, relocation, loss, new friends, starting over, housing, schools, hard work, business partnership, planning, marketing, budgets, coordinated attacks, increased resistance, courts, lawsuits, false charges, reputation and character assassination... All this while sowing seeds for a spiritual harvest. So what's Paul trying to tell us? - Saying yes to God in the mess is what turns the mess into mission and the Kingdom of God steadily advances through a series of decisive victories cleverly disguised as defeats. 

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Pastor Kyle McMullen is preaching from Acts 19:1-7 in our 36th message from the Book of Acts. 

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit today to deliver our next message, "The Upside Down Kingdom of God" from the book of Acts Chapter 16:16-40.

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 Pastor Adam James is back in the pulpit to deliver 10 lessons and 4 applications from Acts Chapter 17. 

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In this sermon we jump back into the book of Acts with Pastor Josh and look at three missional lessons for a Church living effectively in a constantly changing culture. 

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In this final sermon of our Be Fruitful series, Pastor Josh McPherson delivers 10 lessons of legacy leadership from Joshua chapter 24 all culminating in the truth that present obedience secures future anointing for coming generations.

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When It comes to our children, the question is simple: will we surrender the future or secure it? While the world goes off the rails calling all that is good evil, and all that is evil good...God's people are steadily preparing to do whatever it takes to stand for truth and contend for the faith. Through sustained obedience to a Kingdom vision we will strive for generational legacy. By God's grace, we will Be Fruitful. 

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 BIBLICAL GENEROSITY IS... celebrated in the Church ...the overflow of grace ...not circumstantial ...personal & proportionate ...sacrificial & faith-filled ...voluntary ...get to, not got to ...worship ...to be pursued ...a love barometer ...how we follow Jesus' example ...planned for & followed thru on ...about the heart, not the number ...an expression of our interdependence ...requires good systems ...shared for encouragement ...planned in advance, pledged in faith, finished by grace ...tied to your reward ...between you and God ...about being conduits, not buckets ...uses wealth to increase standard of giving ...spreads to others. 

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There's never a good time, from a human perspective, to do something that requires a miracle to happen. It's never the wrong time to do the right thing. The worst time in our eyes for man to accomplish something is always the best time for God to show up and do the miraculous. 

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The rejection of truth brings cultural chaos and individual destruction and we see the effects of this everywhere today. This week Pastor Josh McPherson delivers 10 truths about truth from Joshua 1:1-11 that when embraced, bring comfort to your soul and grounding to your world.

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 On this historic day, Pastor Josh lays out the vision for starting a regional Christian school that serves families in our valley and beyond. As a bold call to Christians and churches everywhere to take seriously the charge of raising children in the fear of God. This exciting new initiative will be one part of the ecosystem we intend to build for children and parents to thrive as we endeavor to homestead the family capital of the world. Go Garden City Academy Farmers! 

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God put the vision of Be Fruitful on my heart over 3 years ago. I can hardly believe I get to start sharing it with you these next 8 weeks.

Without a doubt, this campaign contains the most exciting announcements we have ever made. 

With Be Fruitful, we will move, as a church, to the prophetic front-line battle of our generation. 

It all starts this weekend. Each week, I will unpack a new, exciting initiative for us, culminating in our Premiere Night event on October 1st. Be sure to get your (free) tickets this weekend. We want to make sure there's enough room for all. If tickets sell out, we will open a third showing. We want everyone in on this action. 

Be Fruitful is an all-hands-on-deck moment. I hope to see you there.

This wagon train is rollin!

Pastor Josh

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God put the vision of Be Fruitful on my heart over 3 years ago. I can hardly believe I get to start sharing it with you these next 8 weeks.

Without a doubt, this campaign contains the most exciting announcements we have ever made. 

With Be Fruitful, we will move, as a church, to the prophetic front-line battle of our generation. 

Each week, I will unpack a new, exciting initiative for us, culminating in our Premiere Night event on October 1st. Be sure to get your (free) tickets this weekend. We want to make sure there's enough room for all. If tickets sell out, we will open a third showing. We want everyone in on this action. 

Be Fruitful is an all-hands-on-deck moment. I hope to see you there.

This wagon train is rollin!

Pastor Josh

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Pastor Brian Blair is back for this week's installment of Summer In The Psalms as he walks us through Psalm 119 and a training program for our affections.

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Psalm 24 is a powerful song of praise to the Lord of Creation and the King of Glory. It begins with the sweeping perspective of the opening verses, "The earth is the Lord's and everything in it," and leads us to contemplate the holiness of God, asking, "Who may stand in his holy place?" In this psalm, we encounter profound truths about the one who has clean hands and a pure heart, paving the way for a generation that seeks God and longs for the triumphant King of Glory to dwell among us. It raises the question: How can sinful humans ascend the hill of the Lord and be welcomed into His presence? Pastor Adam unpacks Psalm 24 in a way that stirs the hearts of those who desire to know this King of Glory. 

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Let the truth of Psalm 139 land: The God who knows all things personally and intimately knows you. The God, whose presence is inescapable, is inviting you to be present with Him everywhere you go. His purpose and plan for every moment of your life are written and under His control. The question is, how will you respond to this God? Is all of this good news to you? Will you let Him in? 

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 The Psalms are God’s greatest hits. They provide the soundtrack for the epic unfolding story of God. And the most quoted, most referenced, most recognizable of all is unquestionably Psalm 23. Don’t let Its familiarity keep you from savoring every note, every word.  Why is Psalm 23 so amazing? Listen as Pastor Adam unpacks 6 life-changing blessings in the 6 verses of this well known, well loved #1 hit.  

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The trademark of faith is to stand on the brink of agony and laugh. The Bible really has no category for pessimistic Christians. Psalm 16 pictures the victorious God of Joy in the person of the Son, Jesus, who stood on the brink of the ultimate agony - the cross - enduring it for the joy set before Him. Following Him is a journey of joy. 

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Pastor Josh McPherson preaching from Acts 15 on the topic of unity within the church.  

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Pastor Josh McPherson is back in the pulpit to deliver 5 observations, 5 takeaways, and 2 big ideas from the Book of Acts Chapter 15.

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What do virgin alligator births & Ancient Greek philosophers have to do with your worldview? 

Listen in as John Lovell, founder of Warrior Poet Society, takes us on a fun, engaging, and intellectually challenging journey of understanding the nature of truth. Using reason, logic, evidence, and facts, John masterfully shows the utter reasonableness of the Christian faith. 

If you’re a critic, a doubter, or just curious about what Christians believe and why, this message is for you.

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Graduation ceremony of the Vector Academy class of 2023.

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 Bartimaeus was a nobody. A blind beggar. But Jesus passed by, heard him cry out, and stopped. Jesus saw him, called him, loved him and healed him. In this sermon Pastor Adam unpacks Jesus’ healing of blind Bartimaeus in Mark chapter 10. Where do you find your sense of significance? The world, and even the disciples, often desire to be seen by others, but Bartimaeus simply wanted to see and be seen by Jesus. He cried out in humble faith, believing Jesus was the Messiah, the “Son of David,” and it changed everything. Be encouraged, Jesus still passes by, still hears, still stops, and still saves! 

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How do you bolster your hope and strength in the face of discouragement and overwhelming situations? 

Never forget the freedom Jesus came to bring. 

In this sermon from Luke 8:26-39, Pastor Adam looks at an incredible story of Jesus setting a demon-possessed man free. Be reminded of the life-changing power and love of Jesus, as well as the destructive but doomed plans of Satan. 

Whom the Son sets free is free indeed!

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The gospel is the most important thing people need to hear. But how do we—who know it is true—share it with people who don't? They might think it's an intolerant, narrow-minded, or even bigoted message. Pastor Larry Osborne uses a common theme from the Gospel of John to share five simple things for us to keep in mind when it's time to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

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 There is a LOT happening in Chapter 14.  The Apostle Paul & Barnabas are on the road and preaching powerfully & effectively so that many believe. Paul & Barnabas even have to correct a crowd who tries to designate them as gods when they witness Paul heal a lame man. But as Pastor Josh points out - whenever there is a mighty work of God, the enemy attacks. From unholy alliances to mobs who thought they had stoned Paul to death, to getting right back onto the preaching field, Chapter 14 is a great reminder that in this life we will have trouble, but we who believe can take heart because Jesus has overcome the world. 

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Struggle with joy? See the world as a glass half empty? Feeling discouraged? There's grace for you too. Listen as Pastor Josh unpacks the key to living a joy-filled life. 

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Join us for week 26 in our Book of Acts series as Pastor Josh McPherson gives us 8 takeaways from Chapter 13 and reminds us to be encouraged even as we face modern-day false prophets and vicious attacks—Jesus wins.

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 Join us for week 25 as Pastor Josh McPherson continues to preach through the Book of Acts. 

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Pastor Josh McPherson preaches from Acts 12 as we continue through our Book of Acts series.

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 Easter 2023 was historic at Grace City. On a weekend in which we ribbon-cut our new Atrium and baptized more people than we did in all of 2022, Pastor Josh brought a prophetic word for our troubled culture from the obscure book of Ezekiel. 

In a vivid vision of the state of Israel, God leads His prophet Ezekiel to a desolate valley full of human dry bones. This is Israel. She has lost her national identity and abandoned faith in God. She is mired in corruption, sexual perversion, & moral decadence. Her soul is dead. 

Looking out over so much death and carnage, God asks the central question of humanity, ”Can these dry bones live?”

The answer changes everything. 

God moved powerfully in the hearts of all who heard His answer thunder from Heaven on Easter Sunday, 2023, and we pray He would do the same for you as you listen to this sermon and hear Heaven’s Prophet, the risen Christ, declare over your life, ”Dry bones…Live!”  

Jesus Is Revival. 

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Barnabas ("son of encouragement") is a man few know about, but all have been impacted by. He was Paul's right-hand man who played an integral role in his discipleship. In this sermon on Acts 11:19-30, Pastor Josh shows us why all of us should strive to follow Barnabas' example. 

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God wants you to have a critical mind, not a critical spirit. Unfortunately, “Christian discernment bloggers” is code word for Jerk, and criticizing the church has become a budding cottage industry. Pick on a church and you’re sure to gain a following. 

But the spirit of the critic originated from the first Critic, Satan himself, and when we become critical, we pull hell up into our relationships. In this sermon Pastor Josh unpacks the difference between the spirit of the critic, the work of the prophetic, and how to cultivate discernment without becoming a life-sucking critic to yourself and relationships around you.

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Part 2 of Pastor Josh McPherson's sermon on Acts Chapter 10.

From HR departments across the land to school administrations and legislation, the unholy trinity of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has become the doctrinal backbone of the new state religion of wokeism—the secular orthodoxy that cannot be questioned or challenged. 

But the new woke religion is no more than new packaging on the oldest false religion, which started in Genesis 3 when the serpent said, ‘Eat and you can become like God.’

In this pull-no-punches sermon, Pastor Josh brings a prophetic word exposing the attractive lie of DEI and unpacking the power of the truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive Gospel of Jesus Christ. 

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 Part 1 of Pastor Josh McPherson's sermon on Acts Chapter 10. 

From HR departments across the land to school administrations and legislation, the unholy trinity of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has become the doctrinal backbone of the new state religion of wokeism—the secular orthodoxy that cannot be questioned or challenged. 

But the new woke religion is no more than new packaging on the oldest false religion, which started in Genesis 3 when the serpent said, ‘Eat and you can become like God.’

In this pull-no-punches sermon, Pastor Josh brings a prophetic word exposing the attractive lie of DEI and unpacking the power of the truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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 Does God still heal? Does he bless people with a specific gift of healing? Why are some people seemingly miraculously healed while others continue to suffer? In this sermon, Pastor Josh leads us through these common questions on healing in relation to Acts 9:32-43. Also included is a personal testimony from a very special guest. 

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The most compelling apologetic for Jesus is not a well-turned phrase but a radically changed life. In Week 18 of our Book of Acts series, Pastor Josh McPherson guides us through the process God uses to sanctifies saints as demonstrated in the story of Saul of Tarsus becoming the Apostle Paul. Before God knocked him off his horse he was a well-off, gritty, genius, workhorse, who was a single, religious, zealous, wrong man who God radically redeemed and transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit through one simple act of obedience at a time.

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When asked to describe Christianity, Theologian J.I. Packer said, “God Saves Sinners”.  Nowhere is this truth more powerfully described than in the story of the Apostle Paul’s conversion in Acts Chapter 9. In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson walks us through just how God can take broken sinners who are far from Himself to people who powerfully live their new lives for God’s glory in Jesus’ name.

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Vector Academy 2023 update and sermon from the book of Leviticus by Pastor Kyle McMullen.

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Anchored Youth yearly update from Pastor Brian Blair.

Anchored Evidence - It matters how you respond to the person and work of Jesus - his work in you and his work in others.

Look and see how the students at Grace City church are responding. Be encouraged and challenged by their example and let the message ring out!

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Following Jesus on mission can get messy, but it’s a mess worth making. Sometimes you’ve got to go through hard places to get to the low-hanging harvest. 

In this sermon from Acts 8:4-25, Pastor Adam looks at the ministry of Phillip in Samaria and unpacks five ways mission is messy and five reasons it’s worth it. 

If you need encouragement to press through the hard times and keep leaning into a life on the frontlines of the advancing kingdom of God, this sermon is for you. And if you feel like your life is a mess, you’ll be reminded that Jesus stepped into the mess to rescue and redeem.

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 In this sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson preaches from Acts 8:26-40 on listening to the lead of the Holy Spirit, how to look for "low-hanging fruit", and how to tell others about Jesus. “Maybe God has put you right where you are in order to share Jesus boldly right where you are.” 

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If you’re going to follow Jesus, you’re going to get attacked. There’s no world where you follow a guy who was crucified and don’t get shot at yourself. Now more than ever before in our nation, following Jesus comes with a price. Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Stephen and gives 9 keys to standing for Jesus against the angry God-hating mob. 

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 Pastor Josh McPherson preaching on leadership from Acts 6:1-10 

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 America is a post-Christian nation. In this new and ever-increasing hostile environment towards Christianity, how do we respond? When businesses, corporate employers, schools, and culture demands we keep Jesus out of the equation or else face retribution, what does it look like to be faithful to Jesus?

In this timely sermon, Pastor Josh takes these difficult questions head on as he unpacks the similar position the apostles faced in their day in Acts 5. The result is a road map for believers on how to be faithful to God in a hostile culture. 

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 Before God asks us to give anything, he gives us everything. 

In this vintage Grace City sermon on generosity, Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Annanias & Saphira, compares the greedy life to the generous life, and ends with a powerful story of God’s redemption in the life of a man who grew up homeless and now runs his own business. 

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 The Kingdom of God advances through Spirit-filled normal people boldly proclaiming Jesus Christ. That means you. In this provocative sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson unpacks the truth that the only ones who can censor the Church is a church itself. The enemy cannot silence disciples who aren’t afraid of the enemy’s threats. Need some courage? Hit play on this sermon. 

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In response to a miraculous healing of a lame man, Peter boldly preaches near the temple in Jerusalem to a crowd about the risen Jesus, with a call to repentance. 

Just as in the days of Acts, the church still advances through the work of God displayed, the Word of God declared, and the witnesses of God deployed. 

In this message from Acts 3:11-26, Pastor Adam James unpacks takeaways, action steps, and the blessing of repentance for believers and unbelievers today.

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There is no shortage of strange practices in relationship to supernatural healing throughout the Church. Magic, mail-order healing oils from Jerusalem and “healing preachers” on TV have muddied the already confusing waters and made it appear to the casual observer that it’s all quite absurd. 

In this sermon, Pastor Josh digs into the 10 most common questions and about healing, including the different kinds of healings, the very definition of supernatural, and the relationship between healing and modern medicine. The good news of the gospel, and the hope of every Christian, is that that—YES—God will answer every prayer for healing for His children. 

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Habakkuk, the only OT prophet to initiate a conversation with God, shows us how to go from wondering and wrestling to waiting on and worshiping an Almighty God.  

Come see how it takes the right posture of faith and obedience.

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Pastor Kyle McMullen teaching on the Holiness of God in Leviticus 19.

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 Trust is the currency of leadership and the backbone of relationships. In this practical sermon pastor Josh teaches the 3 pillars of trust, and how you can become a person whom God, and others, can trust. 

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What makes a church a church? Are two guys fishing a church? Is one person walking in the mountains a church? Is any group that gets together around religious things a church? The reality is becoming more and more clear in our day…there are true churches and false churches. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the markers of a true biblical church.

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In the ongoing saga of the birth of the church in the books of Acts, Pastor Josh unpacks the first Christian sermon preached by Peter and what we can learn about what happens when the Holy Spirit fills people with His power. 

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In Week 4 of our Acts series, Pastor Josh leads us through 7 Starting Points for understanding the person and work of the Holy Spirit and answers some common questions associated with the gift of tongues.

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In this 3rd week of our Book of Acts series Pastor Josh leads us through 10 lessons for the Church based on verses 1:12-26.

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In this second sermon of our Acts series Pastor Josh McPherson leads us through 5 things that Jesus did just prior to his ascension, and what we are to do in light of these things.

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In this opening sermon of our series on the Book of Acts, Pastor Josh explains the importance of authorial intent when interpreting God's Word, what the Book of Acts is not, and the 4 main themes of this second book written by Luke.

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Pastor Josh McPherson shares the vision that drives Grace City Church - We exist to help more people meet, love, and follow Jesus. Also included is the Ballard | Direction North story.

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In an incredible text from Deuteronomy, God’s people are commanded to face their enemies without fear or dread, because God fights for them. When their enemy outnumbers them, they are not to scramble for reinforcements, but are actually supposed to shrink their army down even more until only the courageous men remain. The principles regarding spiritual warfare for the Church could not be more timely. God’s word to His people has not changed…don’t be fainthearted. 

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“The fool says in his heart there is no God.” What’s really going on in the rejection of God and what is the fruit of that worldview? How should Christians think in times of moral decay? Pastor Adam James unpacks Psalm 14, that speaks to the foolishness and depravity of godlessness but also points to the faithfulness and inescapableness of God. 

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God is big and we are small. It’s all about Him and it’s not about us. He’s the One on center stage. He’s the One worthy of the spotlight. He’s the One orchestrating the story of redemption. He’s working all things and overseeing all things according to His ultimate purposes. Nothing and no one can stop God from being God. Nothing and no one can stop God from fulfilling His promises. At the end of the day, we want to clearly proclaim our faith in the Lord to sovereignly bring about His good plans and purposes, in His timing, through His people. As the traditional doxology of the Lord’s Prayer states, let us be careful to give all glory and all honor to God alone. We exist by Him and for Him. In the end, we know that Jesus wins. As we near the end of this reflection on the Lord’s Prayer, we return to the theme of faith-filled worship, focusing on WHO OUR GOD IS and ALL HE HAS DONE, IS DOING, AND WILL DO. God is absolutely Sovereign, altogether Good, All-Powerful, abundantly Gracious, and Glorious beyond all comparison. He who was and is and is to come…to Him be all glory, honor, power, and dominion now and forever. Amen! 

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Satan is real. Demons are real. No, they are not behind every bush, but they would love nothing more than to derail the mission, leaders, and people of the Church. Like a hungry lion looking for someone to devour, the devil would enjoy eating you for lunch. He wants to destroy your faith, your marriage, your children, your hope, your integrity, your witness, and ultimately your soul. Do not be deceived. Spiritual attack and spiritual warfare are REAL. The Christian life = WAR. Period. We are on the offense. We do not want to give our adversary, the devil, an ounce more or less of the attention than God’s Word calls us to give. We are not to be ignorant or unaware of his schemes. We are to pray for God’s divine protection, leadership, and deliverance from temptation and evil. We have the armor of God, mighty weapons for warfare, the ability to resist and rebuke the enemy, the triumph of the Cross to daily remember, and the confidence of victory past, present, and future as we worship the Victorious Serpent-Crusher, King Jesus! Let us humbly—yet boldly—ask for God’s protection, and live lives of vigilance as we fight the good fight of faith! 

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A distinguishing mark of Christianity is FORGIVENESS. Not only do we accept the radical gift of God’s forgiveness in and through Christ, we also extend the radical gift of forgiveness to others, especially those who have sinned against us. One of the signs of the Spirit’s work among us will be our relational health and unity. This isn’t possible without forgiveness. Let us be slow to anger and quick to forgive. Let us be quick to ask for forgiveness and gracious to grant it. Do not give place to bitterness or harbor hidden sin in your life. Let us confess our sins to God and each other. Let us get in right relationship with God and each other that we might tell the truth to the watching world about the Gospel of Jesus Christ. What sin(s) do you need to confess? Who do you need to seek forgiveness from? Who do you need to forgive? Let’s keep short accounts, friends, not long lists of records of wrongs. Let’s walk in integrity with God and in humility and unity with one another. Take whatever steps necessary TODAY to walk in forgiveness.

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“Give us this day our daily bread.” Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! He Himself is our daily Bread. The Bread of Life has come down to give life to the world. Do you daily hunger for this Bread? Do you seek it and secure it with a heart of faith and gratitude? Our spiritual satisfaction and sustenance are even more crucial than our physical life. Man does not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. So seek Him today for the daily Bread of Life that you need. And then trust Him to graciously provide for your physical well-being, as well. Let’s be clear—at the heart of prayer is “asking.” God is the giver; we are the receivers. God is glorified when we make much of Him by expressing His worth and fullness through our asking. Jesus commanded us to “ask,” to “seek,” to “knock,” and to keep on asking, seeking, and knocking. So be bold in this season of prayer to ASK! Do you have a physical or financial need? Present your request to God. Take a moment to consider God’s provision in your life. The clothes you are wearing, the food you will eat today, the transportation you use, the house you rest in, the bed you sleep in. Acknowledge these good gifts today and give thanks to the One who sustains you day by day!

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The central request of the Lord’s Prayer, which brings every other blessing with it, is the request for the Kingdom of God to come and
the Lord’s will to be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. The blessing of the rule and reign of God over His people and into the world brings life to the fullest! Every revival and renewal in history is preceded and marked by intensifying Kingdom-centered prayer. There is nothing better than life in the Kingdom and no agenda better than the Lord’s will. Every other will and agenda disappoints, disillusions, and destroys. God’s King and Kingdom alone has authority to set captives free and usher in the blessings of salvation and restoration. Jesus came preaching, “The Kingdom of God is at hand.” May we have eyes to see it and welcome it where we are! Your Kingdom come!

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 Week one of the Kingdom Come sermon series - The highest and greatest truth that we can know and experience is to be called a son or daughter of God. Of all the blessings bestowed upon us through the Gospel, none is greater than our adoption. Knowing God as your Father is a game-changer. Some people struggle with the concept of relating to God as Father because of the broken or painful relationship they have with their earthly father. Rather, He is the perfection of everything a good father is and should be. Regardless of what kind of father you've had, the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is that you get a better Father. The perfect Father. And He loves you. In Christ, He's chosen you and adopted you as His own. And if God is for us, who can be against us? If God is our Father, who or what could we have to fear? 

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“Lord, teach us to pray.” This is itself a great prayer. It’s also the request of the disciples that prompted Jesus’s teaching on the Lord’s Prayer in Luke 11. In this introductory sermon to a new 8 week series titled “Kingdom Come” on the Lord’s Prayer, Pastor Adam James unpacks the purpose, common pitfalls, and preconditions to true prayer. No matter where you are as a follower of Jesus in your understanding or practice of prayer, this sermon aims to awaken a fresh desire in your own heart to join in the disciples prayer, “Lord, teach us to pray!”

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Pastor Hank Stanley

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 Life is often filled with pain, trials, and adversity.  In this sermon Pastor Josh shares 4 life hacks for hard times. 

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"The Kind of Church the World Needs"
Pastor Adam James

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 In Titus chapter 2, the Apostle Paul gives specific instructions on God's created roles for patriarchs, matriarchs, young women, and young men. Pastor Kyle walks through each then tackles the hot-button topics of ‘slavery and the Bible,’ ‘slavery and our culture,’ and ‘slavery and the gospel.’ 

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How do you live as an authentic, healthy Christian & Church, specifically in a culture where:
- the media & government are dishonest and it’s hard to know who to trust for reliable information
- there are rising levels of crime, riots, tensions, brutality, & lawlessness 
- people are unwilling to work and yet given to overeating
- society/culture is confused about gender and antagonistic to God’s design
- many religious leaders and “churches” lack integrity and are blurring the lines with false teaching and empty ritualism 
- many claim to be “Christians” but deny truth in their beliefs and lack the life-changing power of godliness in their actions

This was the context of the island of Crete in the early AD 60’s where the Apostle Paul sent Titus to “straighten out what was left unfinished.” God’s word is relevant and timely to all peoples in all times and all places. Listen as Pastor Adam unpacks the first chapter of Titus.

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Who is Jesus?  Pastor Josh McPherson answers that question in this final sermon from his series on the Gospel of Luke.

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Have you considered your hermeneutic today? Did you know you have one? This sermon highlights Jesus' own hermeneutic, His method of literary interpretation, which He uses to accurately show how all of scripture points to Himself. Pastor Josh McPherson highlights the fact that Jesus did this in His first interactions following His resurrection and invites us all to apply this same, right hermeneutic to Bible reading.

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Can you believe it’s been 11 months since the start of Lift Off?! Twelve ‘rockets’ were launched with missions to Build, Train, and Reach. Pastor Josh is thrilled to bring you a Status Update for each. Get ready to be encouraged.

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 We deserved and earned death, but Jesus said, "I'll die in your place." Why? Because Jesus Ain't Fair. 

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In our modern era of science, medicine administered by white-robed doctors in sterile hospitals, and courtrooms with endless appeal processes, we know very little of the state-sponsored terror that was capital punishment under the Roman Empire. Jesus was sent from sham trial to tragic death in less than 24 hours. In this meditation on the Murder of God, Pastor Josh draws out (in truthful and gruesome detail) what Jesus experienced in the last hours of his life…and why we call that hideous injustice “Good News.” 

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History is divided into two categories of people…those who will experience the wrath of God, and those who will be saved from it. Do you know which one you are?

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In perhaps the dumbest argument in history, the disciples squabble over who is greater. Jesus interrupts them to define true greatness.

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 Many wrong ideas have spread in the Church based on Jesus’ teaching of the end times, often resulting in people being fearful or confused. But that wasn’t His purpose at all. In this sermon, Pastor Josh untangles one of the most misunderstood passages in all of Luke, and in so doing, helps believers think rightly about history, the end times, and how we should prepare now. 

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 From navigating ‘gotcha’ questions about heaven to responding to the false presuppositions of critics, from exposing the dangers of hypocrisy to highlighting the kind of giving that truly honors God, Jesus leaves no stone unturned in this power-packed passage of scripture. 

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 Jesus was no pushover. Neither was He afraid of getting ‘political.’ Many people believe that ‘separation of church & state’ is a modern concept. Pastor Josh clarifies in this sermon that it was Jesus who set this idea in motion. Be encouraged, Christians—Jesus is Lord over all things, including politics. 

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Parables are small stories that make a big point, giving us a heavenly perspective on earthly matters. In the Parable of the Tenants, Jesus tears down false dichotomies as He reveals a loving God who deals harshly with evil, the righteous judgement of hell and the marvel of heaven, and how God can offer forgiveness to sinners.

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Jesus sets prophecy into motion as He demonstrates His divine authority in Luke 19:45-20:8. In this power-packed sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson highlights Jesus shocking the self righteous and prompting each of us to ask, "If Jesus arrived at the temple of my heart, where would He go and what would He clean out first?”

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Ever feel like life is a roller coaster? Good news! Bad news. Happy! Sad. Winning! Losing. Victories! Defeats. The emotional whiplash can be exhausting. In this message, Pastor Josh teaches on the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, a moment mixed with excitement and sadness, and the way in which Jesus shows His full humanity. We can all learn from His example as we walk through a life that’s riddled with complex joy and grief.

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Life sometimes seems like a dangerous task with insurmountable odds.  In this sermon, Pastor Brian Blair shows us that we don't have to face life's challenges alone.  There is one who has gone before us and made a way to recover from broken beginnings and live exhilarating lives that bring glory to God.

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In this aptly named sermon, Pastor Kyle McMullen walks us through a timeless ‘deep track’ of the Old Testament—the Book of Haggai—to highlight God’s future grace and ultimate glory to come.

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Pastor Kyle McMullen brings the Gospel Hot Sauce as he preaches through the Book of Jude in one sermon.

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 Ever wonder what God’s will is for your life? Ever face hard decisions brought on by difficult circumstances? Or struggle to decide between multiple good opportunities? In this sermon, Pastor Josh explains the nature of God’s will and shares a practical decision-making grid he’s used for 20 years to make muddy decisions clear. You don’t have to live life second-guessing God’s will for you life. You can move forward with intentionality and confidence. 

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How will you live a life that makes a difference in the coming year?  In this first sermon of 2022, Pastor Josh unpacks his New Year routine and explains the importance of zero-based planning in your life.

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Jesus expects those who follow Him to get the “business end” of life right. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks why following Jesus requires risk, effort, planning, and (most importantly) never ever mailing it in. 

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 Jesus not only forgives people completely, He changes people deeply. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Zacchaeus, complete with teachings on the Christian’s relationship to rule of law, the nature of critics (and how to respond), the difference between penance and restitution, the similarities of the rich and the poor, and the incredible truth and proof of Jesus’ love for sinners. 

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If you were to meet Jesus, what would you ask him? Your answer reveals a lot about you. In this sermon, Pastor Josh takes us on a remarkable journey through the Exodus story, a prophecy in Isaiah, and a king's adultery in II Samuel and how they all culminate in a miraculous interaction Jesus has with a blind man in Jericho. And in so doing, we see the 5 most important words anyone could say to Jesus.

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 In 4 short verses Jesus makes a stunning declaration, and in so doing gives us a road map for how to understand the Bible we read. Is it myth? Fairy tale? Fable? Folklore? History? Allegory? Moral tales? Many attack the Bible’s credibility with “gotcha” verses pointing out apparent contradictions, which only reveals a naivety and ignorance in failing to read the Bible on its own terms. The fundamental key to understanding the Bible is simply this: that the Bible is NOT a recorded history of man’s understanding of God. But if not that, then what is it? That is the question Pastor Josh unpacks from the words of Jesus in this story. 

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 In this story, Jesus gets asked the most important question in the world by a rich young influencer. Picture a social media tech CEO driving a Lamborghini asking Jesus how to get to Heaven. Jesus' answer is, as always, stunning. 

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Whether you've walked with Jesus for 30 years or 3 months, we grow in our relationship with Jesus by believing and applying what we know.  In this teaching to His disciples, Jesus gives 7 keys to growing up as a Christian.

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Sermon by pastor Hank Stanley at Grace City Church Wenatchee.Download

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Sinners in the Hands of a Laughing God

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Is it ever ok to complain or protest to God about your situation? The book of Psalms contains a wide diversity of people's emotional journey and how to talk to God not just when things are going well but particularly when things are bad. The Psalms teach us that if we stay with God and process everything with Him in prayer, it always ends in praise. The call of Psalms is a call to unburden yourself by bringing your protests to the One who can actually do something about your situation.

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In this Special Sermon for Independence Day 2021, Pastor Kyle Mcmullen describes a nation that is coasting on the mere memory of the values it was founded upon.  As people of the Word, we can be encouraged that our Lord has prepared us for this time and called us into the work of revival and renewal. 

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Do you ever struggle to get into prayer?  Does it feel complicated?  In modeling prayer for his disciples, Jesus shows us a framework that is simple in form, relational in nature, practical in content, and eternal in perspective.

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Our lives are marked by choices.  Speaking in Martha’s home, Jesus makes a distinction between choosing great things and best things.  In a world filled with opportunities to do great things, Jesus still invites us to return to the best thing—joy in His presence in all that we do.

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For many, these recent days have been filled with worries and hardships. It can be difficult to be happy at times. But Jesus gives us great cause to rejoice! His ministry changed the world then and has the power (fueled by His Spirit) to change our outlook today.

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In Luke chapter 10, Jesus does something totally SHOCKING…again.  This time, He sends out 72 untrained (and unnamed) followers to proclaim the arrival of the Kingdom of God.  Pastor Josh examines 7 ways Jesus works through this first church body and is always doing so through His Church.

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“Critical Race Theory” has only recently become a topic of public discourse, but is it new?  How is it impacting American culture?  And how should we, as believers, respond?  Pastor Adam exposes the spirit of division at its core, along with 5 active and wise responses.

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God has shown us the infinite value of following Jesus.  But what is Jesus looking for in his followers?  Pastor Adam walks through key scenes in Luke’s gospel in which Jesus, like a master sculptor, works to define, refine, and reorient His followers into His likeness.

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Jesus Christ is sitting at the right hand of God the Father and ruling over all of history.  Following Him is of infinite value.  But how do we come to know this?  Pastor Kyle Mcmullen draws insight from Jesus’ transfiguration in Luke chapter 9 to highlight our reliance on God to reveal the identity and inherent value of his His son to each of us. 

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What does it mean to be “these days” Christians?  Pastor Josh and special guest Hank Stanley exhort us to watch for and expect God’s gracious activity in the present (to not just remember it from back in “those days”) and to look forward to greater things that are to come.

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We as believers have been commissioned, empowered, and sent. But how are we called to step into preaching and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God? Pastor Josh unpacks 4 keys to walking with Jesus on mission — doing so in purpose, in faith, in conviction, and ultimately in His power.

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The world is jacked up. Actually, the world has always been jacked up (since Genesis 3!). And that can be strangely comforting in a time like ours. We saw evidence of this in Daniel chapter 11, as Pastor Josh walked through a sweeping chapter of the Bible that demonstrates again the sovereign hand of God over both global events and the personal details of our lives.

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Discouraged and overwhelmed? How do we rightly respond to the pain, suffering, and loss that we face in life? In Daniel chapter 10, Pastor Josh walks us through what the process of lamenting is and what it is not. We learn that it is the love of God, not details of the future, that will get us through the darkness.

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Changing your circumstances doesn't change your reality.  Instead of packing up and making a run for it, let our first response in all of life, especially in difficult situations, be prayer.  In Daniel 9, we learn about the importance of our heart posture in prayer and the faithfulness of our God.  

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God is always at work, even when you can't see it, even in hardship and suffering. Daniel receives a vision of events that would occur hundreds of years later (recorded in our present-day history books) that displays both God's infiniteness and His power. Though Daniel is grieved and burdened with the revelation of things to come, he sees the assurance of God's ultimate sovereignty over all things, past and future. With this hope, he finds the courage to face the events of his day no matter how hopeless or evil.

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How many of us have experienced some form of fear or anxiety observing the chaos and confusion of our time?  What God is reminding us in Daniel chapter 7 is that He knows all things and He holds the future.  Listen as Pastor Josh unpacks how we can persevere through the darkness of these days because of the glory and brightness to come.

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We live in a day and age where the highest cultural virtue is inclusivity. Not all worldviews, not all truth claims, not all ways of life are created equal. The message of the Bible is not that Jesus is one of many equally valid paths. Jesus Christ is the only way. We don't listen to the spirit of the age, we listen to the Spirit of the ages, who is calling the Church in our day to once again recover and recalim the exclusivity of Jesus Christ.

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Do “For some, Christmas is the best of times. For others, it is the worst of times. No matter what you’re facing this Christmas, we all need the same thing... to see Jesus Christ as supreme and sufficient. The glory of the eternal Son of God filling the manger. Colossians intends to thrill you in Christ, fill you with Christ, and propel for Christ. Do you have the hope of glory this Christmas?”

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Is it ever right for a Christian to disobey the law? In one of the most famous Bible stories of all time, Daniel is punished by the government for serving Jesus. But Daniel's faith remains firm in the worship of the true King, and God shows up in a powerful way to rescue his servant. Also, Pastor Josh interviews a public servant and discusses Christians serving the role of politics.

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The first act of obedience for Christians is the practice of nonconformity to the pattern of the world. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle unpacks what this nonconformity looks like.

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Nebuchadnezzar spent his whole life building his own kingdom, but his day of judgment was coming. Even in this shocking story of swift judgment, we see the astounding patience of God with people who throw parties for themselves. Nebuchadnezzar is no different from us...we can spend our time building our own kingdom or God's, but we can't do both.

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The story of Nebuchadnezzar is a story of a man being successful in the world's eyes but not in God's. God will disrupt your comfort to mature your faith, which means when life is coming apart, look for the hand of God. Jesus has come to infuse meaning and significance into our life. However successful we are with our kingdom, it will ring hollow unless we have a relationship with God our Father.

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Fear is contagious, but so is courage. In one of the most famous Bible stories of all time, 3 guys take their stand against the most powerful ruler of the known world. Courage Listen to Pastor Josh as we see how God powerfully intervenes on behalf of His people. Christians aren't guaranteed that God will deliver them from every trial, but God does promise He will be with them through the trial.

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God has built into His world the jurisdictions of the Family, Church, and State. When these jurisdictions stay in their proper lane, justice, mercy, and order reign. But what happens when those jurisdictions cross lines and swerve into the other lane? Daniel helps us see how God's people humbly, lovingly, and firmly call kings and rulers throughout history to come into alignment with God's design.

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The Kingdoms of the world clash for power. Evil rulers reign with thirst for domination. How are the people of God to live under these kingdoms? Daniel gives us a clear picture of how Man's Kingdoms will always fall, but God's Kingdom will stand strong to the end, and believers must put their hope in God's control and care.

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The Kingdoms of the world clash for power. Evil rulers reign with thirst for domination. How are the people of God to live under these kingdoms? Daniel gives us a clear picture of how Man's Kingdoms will always fall, but God's Kingdom will stand strong to the end, and believers must put their hope in God's control and care.

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Babylon is coming for you. It wants to inculcate and destroy you. Can you see it? Babylon is not a geographical place on a map, it's a system of ideas that sets itself up against God and His people. Fortunately, Daniel gives us key instructions for how live amidst the chaos.

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Daniel was living during a period of political and cultural chaos. Taken from his land, taken from his people, he was forced to live in a culture who hated his God. But Daniel reminds us that while it can appear that Christians are losing, God is still in charge of those who are in charge.

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Unity is the high ground of spiritual warfare. When you understand the principle of unity, you will win in your relationships. On the contrary, the one thing the enemy wants is to divide people or unity them around things that are contrary to God and His Kingdom. It's time to get unity right.

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These are trying days. We're frustrated, we're tired, we're fearful, we're angry. All these things can grip our hearts in an environment like this. If there's one thing we need in these days, in these times, in order to live for the glory of God and survive, it's the Holy Spirit. Threats are real. But the good news is if you are in Christ, then Christ is in you and the Spirit of God resides within you. You can overcome.

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We all need a lot right now. Routine. Stability. Normal. Sanity. Especially in these moments. But what is the one thing we need more than anything else?

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In this sermon Pastor Josh walks us play-by-play through Jesus and his disciples caught in a maritime disaster, and Pastor Adam adds his color commentary as together they pull out gospel truths about the power of Jesus and the nature of following him. 

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Common in the human experience is the feeling that life is completely out of our control, and yet this doesn't stop us from futilely trying everything we can to be in control. Where is God when life feels out of control? Does He have anything to say to us in these times? Yes, He does. There's a jaw-dropping story in the Bible about a kid named Joseph, whose life path could not have been more outside of his own control...from betrayal, to slavery, to a false accusation that lands him in prison, Joseph experienced unthinkable circumstances. And yet, he emerged on the other side of all it with God-given power that enabled him to be better, not bitter. In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks powerful and practical truth from Joseph's story that is strikingly relevant for today.

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What do you do when life circumstances force you into isolation? When you feel alone, fearful, or frustrated? In this powerful story of Elijah, we learn 3 key lessons about ourselves and 1 powerful lesson about God that will restore our perspective and give us hope to persevere through even the loneliest of trials.

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“CANCELED” is a word we’ve all gotten used to hearing, and let’s be honest...it’s not fun when “life” gets canceled. But what if the tables could be turned? What if, instead of the word “canceled” being the theme of bad news, it was actually the headline of not just good news, but the best news? In this first installment of an original series called “REFOCUS” from Pastor Josh McPherson, the word “canceled” takes on a whole new meaning. Here’s a hint: what do Jesus, a prostitute, a religious snob, and the Apostle Paul have to do with the word “canceled”?

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The human mortality rate is 100%. Death is the inevitable fact of life. But...there is a KING who conquered death. You will die, but your death doesn't have to have the last word over you. In this unique, cinematic sermon, Pastor Josh McPherson delivers a powerful, story-driven message about how Jesus Christ is King over death. You'll probably recognize one of the stories he tells...Here's a hint: there's an epic showdown between a boy and a giant. It may be the most popular Bible story of all time...but it is almost always misunderstood.

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Just because we have the experience doesn’t mean we always get the message. In this sermon, Pastor Josh reflects on living out life in quarantine, the one word that sums up this weeks dominate emotion, a critical lesson he learned from his wife, and 3 steps to ensuring you don’t waste this Corona crisis. And the first step might surprise you.

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How does the Church respond in times of uncertainty and fear? Pastor Josh answers that question as he lays out the Action Plan for Grace City Church to stay in step with Jesus as we walk through this social crisis in a way that keeps us close to Jesus and loving those around us. The church was made for these moments, and together we will rise to meet this historic moment together.

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Jesus has placed the potential for greatness inside every person. In this sermon, pastor Josh unpacks Jesus’ litmus test for greatness, and in the process covers Jesus’ antidote for doubt, how to handle critics, and why the secret to greatness is refusing to dance.

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There is good news for anyone who have ever experienced suffering. In this story, an odd request from a Roman warrior gives us the opportunity to see that Jesus was more than a teacher, he was a miracle worker. And in those miracles we get a glimpse into the world the way God intended.

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How does Christianity on Sunday connect to the “real world” on Monday? Surprisingly, in a thousand ways. In this practical sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks the Christian world view that gives intrinsic worth and value to the sometimes mundane and ordinary “work” of life. When the doctrine of vocation is grasped, you’ll never see the world the same again.

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In this practical sermon on money from Pastor Kyle Strong, you will be given 4 biblical principles and 4 essential habits for your pursuit of financial freedom.

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All of our bodies are broken. The Fall has affected every area of who we are. There's disabilities, chronic pain, illness, food allergies, heart attacks, back pain, hormonal imbalance, diabetes and strokes. All of us have something we don't like about our bodies. But the truth is, our bodies are a unique, complex, amazing gift from God that houses His Spirit. And He has asked us, to the best of our ability, in whatever condition we're in, to steward it so we can carry out the assignments He's given us.

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This is our reality as humans...we are fundamentally relational beings. Human thriving is predicated upon the quality of our relationships. In this sermon, Pastor Josh draws out of the Bible 4 Relationship Principles guaranteed to increase your relational IQ. 

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In this sermon, Pastor Josh and Pastor Adam co-teach on the important topic of spiritual life. No matter where you're at in life, there is hope for you to have a thriving relationship with God. This sermon will encourage you and equip you with foundational principles and practical tools for experiencing ongoing, life giving spiritual formation in Christ.

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Let’s be honest...most of life is made up of the mundane. Success comes when we learn to do mundane things really well for a long period of time. 

In this sermon Pastor Josh encourages us to “get into the garage” so we can work ON our life, and not just be constantly caught up with the craziness IN our life. So that we can make sure we’re doing the boring but world-changing mundane well.

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In this practical and helpful message, Pastor Josh points out the obvious but often overlooked truth...wrong destination + wrong course = wasted journey. That’s the reality of many of our lives. It’s not that we don’t know where we were going, it’s that when we arrive there we often realize it was the wrong destination to begin with.

In this second part follow-up message, Pastor Josh unpacks the last 3 practical pieces of life wisdom that applies to anyone who wants to make their journey count, including picking a compelling destination, finding a competent guide, and journeying with a committed crew of like-minded travelers. This second installment of Vector 2020 is the perfect message to refocus you going into this new decade. 

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First Sunday of the new year. The year that kicks off a new decade. A decade full of unknowns. And the question arises...what will the next 10 years hold? What direction will my life take? What kind of person will I become? How can I chart a course for a life that matters?

That’s the topic Pastor Josh tackles in kicking off this 5-week series. Listen in as he shares funny stories and wild adventures that led to 3 key life lessons he learned while trying to survive the mountain bike trails of the Wenatchee valley with his son Levi this last summer. And hear the riveting words of God from the Apostle Paul that will establish the posture of our heart in preparation to enter the new year with a clear sense of direction and purpose.

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Jesus often taught on fear, anxiety, materialism, and greed, but in this provocative parable, he gives the antidote to all of those vices. In two stories and an unusual twist, Jesus summarizes the three most common teachings of the NT and in so doing gives us a road map for how to think about all of the practical moments of everyday life. 

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