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Enjoy weekly messages from Grace Church located in South Springfield, Missouri.
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Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 27
In Acts 17:1–15, Paul and Silas continue sharing the gospel despite opposition and persecution. In Berea, they encounter people who eagerly receive their message while examining the Scriptures for themselves. Their example challenges us to rema...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 26
Continuing in Acts, chapter 16, Paul and Silas respond to suffering in a remarkable way—not with despair, but with prayer and worship. Before the prison doors ever opened, God was already doing a miracle in their hearts, and their faithfulness ...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 25
In Acts 16, Paul and Silas experience severe persecution after an act of mercy and obedience leads to their arrest, beating, and imprisonment. Their story reminds us that following Jesus doesn’t mean avoiding hardship — in fact, persecution can...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 24
Acts 15 tackles a major challenge in the early church: how Jewish and Gentile believers could become one family without adding requirements to the gospel of grace. Through the Jerusalem Council, we’re reminded that salvation comes by grace thro...
Additional Messages in Acts, Two Directions - Same Mission, Paul Bartels
Paul and Barnabas had a sharp disagreement over John Mark that ultimately sent them in two different directions—but they continued pursuing the same mission. Their story reminds us that conflict, disappointment, our past, or the opinions of oth...
Remember & Celebrate Sunday, August 2026
This Sunday, we spent an entire morning remembering what God has done, and celebrating what he is and is going to do in our lives.
Additional Messages in Acts, Take the Opportunity, Pastor Susan May
None of Jesus’s followers get an “out” on the Great Commission, but it can be hard to share the truth freely with others.This Sunday Pastor Susan May shares with us from Acts chapter 3 and reminds us how we can take advantage of opportun...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 23
In Acts 14, Paul and Barnabas experience everything from enthusiastic praise to violent rejection as they continue sharing the gospel. Through it all, they refuse to take credit for what God accomplishes through them, reminding us that we are s...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 22
In Acts 13, Paul boldly proclaims that no one can be made right with God by keeping the law—salvation is a gift of grace received through faith in Jesus Christ alone.This Sunday, Pastor Tim shows us why this message brought incredible j...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session 21
As followers of Jesus, we’re called to recognize what’s truly worth fighting for and to be ready for spiritual battle. Our weapon is the Word of God—and as we know Scripture and pray it with faith, we become better equipped to stand firm and fi...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Twenty
What happens when God's people pray with bold faith? In Acts 12, Pastor Tim reminds us that even when we don't understand God's ways, we can trust His heart. Discover how earnest, expectant prayer opens the door for God to move in powerful ways...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Nineteen
In Acts 11:19–30, we see the church in Antioch become a thriving center for the spread of the gospel. As Barnabas and Saul invest deeply in new believers, Pastor Tim reminds us that following Jesus is more than gaining knowledge—it's a lifelong...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Eighteen
God often works in ways we don't expect. For example, in Acts 10–11, Peter witnesses the Holy Spirit being poured out on Gentiles, revealing that God's grace is for all people and that His Spirit cannot be confined to our traditions or expectat...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Seventeen
This Sunday, Pastor Tim focuses on Acts 10:1–23, where we see God beginning to tear down barriers as He prepares Peter to take the gospel beyond the Jewish people. Through the stories of Cornelius and Peter, the Holy Spirit can transform our pe...
Stand Alone Message, Why Camp Matters, Pastor Jack Gilbert
There’s something powerful about getting away from the busyness of life. Church summer camp creates space for students to unplug, grow in faith, build community, and experience God in ways that can shape a lifetime.This Sunday, our Next...
Additional Messages in Acts, Holy Spirit Baptism & Tongues, Pastor Tim May
This Sunday, Pastor Tim pauses our journey through Acts to explore what Scripture teaches about Spirit baptism, spiritual language, and spiritual gifts. Looking at Acts and 1 Corinthians together, we discover that the Holy Spirit is already act...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Sixteen
This Sunday, Pastor Tim covered the remainder of Acts 9, reminding us that God still does the impossible. Saul’s story shows that no background, gift, failure, or season is beyond redemption, and Peter’s ministry reveals how God’s power points ...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Fifteen
Acts 9 is a powerful reminder that God never gives up on people. Through Saul’s encounter with Jesus and Ananias’ willingness to obey, we’re challenged to pray boldly, trust God’s timing, and believe that even the most impossible stories can be...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Fourteen
In Acts 8:26-40, we witness the incredible encounter between Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch — a moment that reminds us how the Holy Spirit works through ordinary obedience to accomplish extraordinary things.This Sunday, Pastor Tim expl...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Thirteen
Acts 8 marks a turning point in the growth of the early church. It reminds us that even in seasons of hardship and uncertainty, God is still moving powerfully through His people. As the gospel spreads into Samaria through Philip’s Spirit-filled...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Twelve
Stephen’s story in Acts 6–7 challenges us to consider what it truly means to follow Jesus with courage, grace, and unwavering faith. This Sunday, we explore Stephen’s powerful defense before the religious leaders, the cost of Christlikeness, an...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Eleven
As the early church grew, real problems emerged—but so did a powerful solution. As we move into Acts chapter 6, we learn that healthy leadership multiplies by empowering others, not controlling everything. When every role is valued and every pe...
Additional Messages on Acts, Pastor Susan May, Steadfastness in Prayer
What do we do when we pray and nothing seems to change? Pastor Susan May challenges us to remain persistent in prayer trusting God’s timing, His character, and His unseen work. With practical steps and biblical encouragement, we’re called to ke...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Ten
As we continue in Acts chapter 5, we see opposition rise, yet the apostles remain steadfast —choosing obedience to God over man and rejoicing even in suffering. This Sunday Pastor Tim invites us to evaluate the “hills we die on,” trust God when...
Acts: God's People and Spirit...Then and Now, Session Nine
Acts 5 reminds us that God cares about both the unity of His church and the integrity of His people. As the early church grows in power and influence, we see that prayer, humility, and gospel clarity fuel real, lasting impact. This message call...
