Grace CMA Church Messages Podcast

Failure is something we all face—but what if it’s not the end of the story? Looking at Peter’s life, this message explores how our desire to prove ourselves or protect our image can lead us off track. But through Jesus’ response, we’re reminded that failure can become a turning point. When met with the grace of God, it can lead us into deeper trust and a renewed invitation to follow Him.Want to take a next step? 👋 New to Grace? Learn more at gracecma.org/new 🙏 Need prayer? Submit a request at gracecma.org/prayer 💙 Support what God is doing at Grace: gracecma.org/give

Doubt is something we don’t always talk about, but it’s part of the journey. In this message, we look at Thomas’ story in John 20 and what it shows us about being honest in our questions, recognizing that God is still pursuing us, and choosing to trust Him even when we don’t have all the answers. Doubt isn’t the end of faith—it can lead to something deeper.

In Matthew 27, Pilate presents the crowd with a choice: Jesus the Messiah or Jesus Barabbas. One is innocent. One is guilty. Yet the crowd chooses Barabbas. This moment reveals more than a historical injustice—it exposes the human tendency to prefer a version of salvation that fits our expectations. While the crowd hoped for a deliverer who would fight for their freedom, Jesus came to bring a deeper freedom through the cross. In this message, we look at the contrast between these two figures and the powerful gospel truth behind the story. The innocent Son of God willingly took the place of the guilty so that we could become children of God.

Alliance World Tour is a global glimpse of what God is doing through our Alliance family around the world. In this unique service, Pastor Tim shares stories of gospel movement, church planting, and faithfulness in the midst of chaos — reminding us that we are part of God’s ongoing mission. Rooted in Romans 10, this message invites us to consider our role in praying, giving, and going.👋 New to Grace? | gracecma.org/new 🙏 Need prayer? | gracecma.org/prayer 👏 Give | gracecma.org/give 📱 Find out more www.gracecma.org

In this message, Tim walks through Haggai 1–2 and calls us to remember well — remembering God’s faithfulness, our purpose, and our unique assignment as a church. We are invited not to settle into distraction or survival, but to step forward in obedience, courage, and hope. Our assignment for this season: Extending the transformative love of Jesus to our neighbors and the nations. He has done it before. He will do it again.

What is the posture of your heart? In this message from Philippians 2:5–11, Zach Meerkreebs explores humility through the life of Jesus — who did not cling to His position, but emptied Himself. From pride in prayer to the cross and the throne, this teaching invites us to consider what we’re holding onto and where self may still be enthroned. Humility is not weakness. It is consecrated confidence — and the way down is the way up.Want to take a next step? 👋 New to Grace? Learn more at gracecma.org/new 🙏 Need prayer? Submit a request at gracecma.org/prayer 💙 Support what God is doing at Grace: gracecma.org/give

Following Jesus is more than believing — it’s an invitation to join Him. In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ call to His first disciples and what it means to follow Him today. As we grow in knowing Jesus and being known by Him, our purpose shifts beyond personal fulfillment and into participation in His mission. Through prayer and attentiveness to the Spirit, we learn to recognize where God is already at work and respond by joining Him in everyday life.Want to take a next step? 👋 New to Grace? Learn more at gracecma.org/new 🙏 Need prayer? Submit a request at gracecma.org/prayer 💙 Support what God is doing at Grace: gracecma.org/give

What happens when we remember how the story ends?In this message from the PR4Y series, we reflect on Jesus as the Coming King and the promise that God is restoring all things. Rather than living in fear or uncertainty, Scripture invites us to live awake, hopeful, and ready—knowing that Jesus is returning and God’s kingdom will fully come.This message encourages a life of confident prayer, purposeful living, and alignment with God’s mission as we wait with expectation for what God has promised.Want to take a next step? 👋 New to Grace? Learn more at gracecma.org/new 🙏 Need prayer? Submit a request at gracecma.org/prayer 💙 Support what God is doing at Grace: gracecma.org/give

What does it mean to pray to a God who heals?In this message from PR4Y Week 3, we see how Jesus introduces a Kingdom that brings healing—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Through Matthew 8:1–4, we’re invited to come to Jesus with worship, faith, humility, and surrender, trusting His character even when outcomes are uncertain.Jesus doesn’t just talk about healing—He demonstrates compassion, power, and purpose as signs of God’s Kingdom breaking into real life. Whether you’re seeking healing yourself or longing to see God at work in others, this message invites you to trust the Healer who is present and willing.📖 Key Passage: Matthew 8:1–4🙏 Series: PR4Y – Prayer that begins & ends with JesusWant to take a next step? 👋 New to Grace? Learn more at gracecma.org/new 🙏 Need prayer? Submit a request at gracecma.org/prayer 💙 Support what God is doing at Grace: gracecma.org/give

In this message from our PR4Y series, Pastor Tim talks about transformation—not as self-improvement or behavior management, but as the faithful work of God in our lives.Using 1 Thessalonians 5:23–24, we’re reminded that prayer is relational and deeply connected to how we live. God’s desire for us goes beyond forgiveness to sanctification—an inner work that brings freedom, healing, and purpose. Holiness isn’t something we achieve; it’s something we receive as we surrender and trust the One who calls us.This conversation invites us to stop striving, open our lives fully to God, and rest in the truth that He is faithful to complete the work He begins.👋 New to Grace | gracecma.org/new 🙏 Prayer Requests | gracecma.org/prayer 👏 Give | gracecma.org/give 📱Website: www.gracecma.org

Prayer isn’t meant to be transactional, distant, or reserved for a select few — it’s relational.In this opening message of the PR4Y series, Jesus Is Salvation, we look at how prayer begins and ends with Jesus. From humanity’s original walk with God to the restored access we now have through Christ, prayer is rooted in relationship. Because of Jesus’ finished work, we are invited into continual access to God’s presence.This message also explores the prayer of salvation — confessing Jesus as Lord, receiving His grace, and stepping into a redeemed life. Salvation secures our future and transforms our present, reshaping how we live and how we pray.Whether prayer feels natural or challenging for you, this message offers a clear and hopeful foundation for a life of prayer centered on Jesus.

In this message from Mark 10:46–52, Pastor Joe explores one of Jesus’ most direct and challenging questions: “What do you want me to do for you?”Through the story of Bartimaeus, we see how perception shapes response, why Jesus invites us to clearly name what we’re asking for, and how answered prayers can bring both blessing and pressure. The message reminds us that receiving what we want is never the finish line — following Jesus is.This teaching invites us to reflect on our prayers, our expectations, and whether the things we’re asking God for are drawing us closer to Him.👋 New to Grace | gracecma.org/new 🙏 Prayer Requests | gracecma.org/prayer 👏 Give | gracecma.org/give 📱Website: www.gracecma.org