Grace CMA Church Messages Podcast

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Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!https://gracecma.org/mystoryIf you’d like to support what aGod is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.https://gracecma.org/giveThank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!https://gracecma.org/mystoryIf you’d like to support what aGod is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.https://gracecma.org/giveThank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!https://gracecma.org/mystoryIf you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.https://gracecma.org/giveThank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!https://gracecma.org/mystoryIf you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.https://gracecma.org/giveThank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

In a society often preoccupied with digital communication and surface-level interactions, the skill of asking meaningful questions has become a rare gem. Whether it's fostering connections with friends, family, colleagues, or even strangers, the ability to inquire thoughtfully can pave the way for deeper, more fulfilling relationships.Join us as we uncover the power of asking the right questions—those that spark genuine conversations, unveil shared experiences, and cultivate empathy and understanding. Through insightful anecdotes, practical tips, and actionable advice, we'll equip you with the tools to navigate conversations with intentionality and authenticity.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!https://gracecma.org/mystoryIf you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.https://gracecma.org/giveThank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we start our new series, "Connect: Building Strong Relationships In a Lonely World," where we delve into the heart of what it means to truly connect with one another. In this series, we'll explore practical ways to cultivate meaningful relationships, both within our church community and beyond. Through engaging discussions, heartfelt stories, and biblical wisdom, we'll discover how to break down barriers, foster deeper connections, and build lasting bonds in an increasingly disconnected world.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

In this message, Pastor Joe Le-Mon wraps up our series, “I Doubt It,” with a message on the transformative power of faith in overcoming life's giants. He tells the story of the Israelites, who saw themselves as grasshoppers in the eyes of giants, a reflection of their own insecurities and fears. He draws parallels to our modern struggles with feelings of inadequacy and the importance of seeing ourselves as God sees us—more than conquerors through Christ who loves us. Join us as we discuss how shifting our perspective from a 'victim mindset' to a 'victor mindset' can change the stories we tell ourselves and empower us to live in the fullness of our God-given identity. We’re praying that, wherever you are, as you listen you’ll be inspired, challenged, and reminded of the authority you carry in Jesus.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we continue our series "I Doubt It," where we'll explore the awe-inspiring connection between the vastness of the universe and the intimate care of God. This week Pastor Jonathan takes us on a journey through the scriptures and scientific thought, revealing how both realms—faith and science—complement and enrich our understanding of the world and the Creator behind it all.Starting with the words of Isaiah and the encouragement to look to the heavens, our pastor reminds us of the power and meticulous care of God who knows each star by name. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration into how the natural world points us towards the divine qualities of God, as emphasized in Romans 1:19-20, where Paul argues that God's eternal power and divine nature are clearly seen through what has been made.The message navigates through philosophical and scientific discussions, including the cosmological and teleological arguments. These arguments challenge us to consider the origins of the universe and the intricate design of creation, suggesting a deliberate Designer behind the complexities of life. A particularly striking moment in the sermon is the discussion on how even renowned scientists like Richard Dawkins acknowledge the cultural impact of Christianity, hinting at the universal longing for meaning beyond the empirical.Pastor Jonathan doesn't shy away from addressing the apparent tensions between science and faith. Instead, he invites us to see them as complementary ways of understanding the world. He reassures us that pursuing scientific inquiry does not diminish faith but can actually deepen our awe and reverence towards God. He calls us to not let our questions about the natural world impede our relationship with Jesus. It's a powerful reminder that our ultimate clarity and understanding come from God, and that faith and science together can lead us to a fuller appreciation of His creation.Join us in this week as we reflect on the magnificence of the cosmos and the even more magnificent Creator who invites us to know Him personally and profoundly. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a seeker of spiritual truths, or somewhere in between, this message offers valuable insights into the harmony of science and faith.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

This week in our series "I Doubt It: Confronting Issues That Challenge Our Faith", Pastor Jonathan delves into the profound truths about suffering, faith, and the redemptive power of Christ. Drawing from personal experiences and biblical narratives, he explores the theme of pain and its place in our spiritual growth and understanding of God's ultimate plan.1. The Place of Cleansing: Discover the pivotal moment when Pastor Jonathan understood the true meaning of the Gospel during a rally in New York City, where he learned that the Ten Commandments alone cannot save us—it is through Christ's sacrifice that we find true cleansing.2. Trusting God in Tragedy: Listen as Pastor Jonathan shares how personal tragedies can be transformative, guiding us to a deeper trust in God who writes the final chapter of our stories.3. The Consistency of Christ's Compassion: Reflect on the comforting truth that Jesus Christ's compassion is unchanging, as evidenced in the biblical account of the widow in Luke chapter seven, reminding us that God's heart goes out to us in our suffering.4. Global Outreach and Personal Reflections: Join Pastor Jonathan as he recounts recent mission experiences in West Africa, highlighting the impact of community and service in spreading the Gospel.5. The Power of Communion and Reflection: Engage with a poignant discussion on the symbolism of pottery in scripture and life, and how it relates to our own transformation through Christ's sacrifice.6. Job's Endurance and Our Response: Delve into the story of Job, a man of great endurance, whose life challenges us to maintain faith amidst suffering, encouraging listeners to hold onto hope and trust in God's good ending.This message is a journey through scripture, personal faith, and collective endurance in the face of life's challenges. Whether you're struggling with personal pain or seeking deeper theological insights, this message offers a powerful perspective on suffering and the sovereign hand of God in our lives. Join us as we explore these themes, grounded in the hope and healing found in Jesus Christ.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we continue our series "I Doubt It," where Pastor Tom Sefik delves into the challenging questions surrounding the exclusivity of Christianity in a pluralistic world. Addressing the common objection, "How can there be only one true religion?" Pastor Tom provides a compelling exploration of the logical and historical evidence supporting the uniqueness of Christianity. Discover the profound implications of Jesus' declaration, "I am the way, the truth, and the life," and why this claim sets Christianity apart from all other faiths. Learn about the logical inconsistencies of pluralism, the historical veracity of the Gospels, and the unparalleled nature of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. Whether you're a skeptic, a seeker, or a long-time believer, this message offers a deep dive into why Christianity claims to be the singular path to God amidst a world of diverse beliefs.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we start our new series, "I Doubt It: Confronting Issues That Challenge Our Faith," where we delve into the compelling evidence for the historical accuracy of the New Testament compared to other ancient texts. Discover how the proximity of eyewitness accounts and manuscript evidence supports the reliability of the Gospel narratives. We explore why the New Testament's claims are not only credible but also crucial for understanding the impact of Jesus' life and resurrection on history and our personal lives today. Tune in to strengthen your faith and address any doubts with solid historical insights.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we continue our teaching series, Clean: Finding Jesus in Leviticus.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Thanks for joining us for GO Week 2024! This week, we welcome special guests, Mark and Cinda Wood, who have been serving as aXcess international workers serving in Mongolia for 16 years. Mark digs into Psalm 1 and answers the question, “How do you grow a network of healthy churches in Mongolia?” Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we continue our teaching series, Clean: Finding Jesus in Leviticus.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we continue our teaching series, Clean: Finding Jesus in Leviticus.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we continue our teaching series, Clean: Finding Jesus in Leviticus.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us as we begin our teaching series, Clean: Finding Jesus in Leviticus.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join Pastor Josiah Stumbo as he wraps up our new teaching series, Near: God's Heart For Us.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join Pastor Kareem Smith as he continues our new teaching series, Near: God's Heart For Us.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

We are God's masterpiece. But we often believe the lies. We question our worth. We feel insecure. Maybe you look in the mirror and wish something were different. You think, If only this one thing about me could change. We question how we’ve been put together. But God’s perspective? We are his masterpiece. The 1 st chapter of the Bible makes it clear that humans are the climax of God’s creation. We are set apart from all other animal life, and even from the angels. God’s love for us, and His redemptive involvement in our story, is unique in all creation. We are God’s masterpiece.Join Pastor Jonathan as he continues our new teaching series, Near: God's Heart For Us.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

There are lot of things we can’t see, yet we believe they are real, right? Just because we can’t see an invisible God doesn’t mean he isn’t real. God is with us…even if we don’t see him. Sometimes you just need to practice his presence. Join Pastor Jonathan as he continues our new teaching series, Near: God's Heart For Us.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Christianity, at the core, is a relationship. God has always been about relationships - and he's closer than you think, even when you can't see him. Join Pastor Jonathan as he begins our new teaching series, Near, and teaches from a favorite psalm written nearly 3,000 years ago. Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join Pastor Jelani Pinnock as he preaches a message called The Great Erosion.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Merry Christmas! Thanks for joining us for our Christmas Eve service as we continue our Advent focused series, Tell The Whole Story.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join us for a special presentation from our special guest, Marquis Laughlin from Acts of the Word Ministries. Every single word spoken during his message is memorized scripture. Read more about Marquis at https://actsoftheword.com/.Thanks for joining us as we continue our Advent focused series, Tell The Whole Story.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Whether it's related to work, family, health concerns or countless other things a pandemic of anxiety is sweeping across our nation, and the church is still susceptible to its harmful effects. We long for peace, don’t we? Shalom. That’s exactly what Christmas is about. And it’s what we commemorate with the second candle of Advent. Peace.Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer as we continue our Advent focused series, Tell The Whole Story.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join Pastor Kareem Smith as we begin our Advent focused series, Tell The Whole Story.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Jesus wants us to live each day in relationship with him. And that means practicing the grace of giving, taking time to serve others, standing strong knowing He lives in you, and letting everything flow from love.Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer this week as he wraps up our teaching series in 1 Corinthians "Whitewater: Navigating Life's Rapids as a Church Centered on Christ."Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

How do you deal with disappointments in life? Or overcome anxiety? While it's true that you never know what's going to happen, you can prepare yourself! In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul reveals some hopeful details about the resurrection of Jesus. Like Tim Keller said shortly before he died, "If If he was raised from the dead, then you know what? Everything is going to be alright."Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer this week as he preaches from 1 Corinthians 15 and continues our series "Whitewater: Navigating Life's Rapids as a Church Centered on Christ."Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Paul says that until our spirit leaves our bodies, in the meantime time, our goal is to please the Lord in all that we think, do and say. If you're having a tough time right now, praise God, even during the trials and difficult times of your life. Stay in the boat! Learn about our Savior. Spend time with Jesus.Join Pastor Scott Lessing, campus pastor of our campus inside of Lorain Correctional, as he digs into the text of 1 Corinthians 15.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Our relationship with Jesus should influence every part of our daily lives. In the old testament, Micah tells us to love mercy. To love others like Jesus would love them. Even when there are people who disagree with you. Don't be rude. Don’t seek revenge. Love mercy.Join Pastor Jonathan as he tackles another tough topic this week and evaluates how Jesus followers can respond to Ohio Issue 1 on the ballot this election.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Looking for our holiday giving challenge, The Big Give? Check out all the ways you can help on a local or global level!Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

The gifts of tongues and prophecy are just two of many spiritual gifts mentioned in the Bible. Paul expresses in his first letter to the Corinthian church, that he "wishes they could all speak in tongues, but even more that they could all prophesy." Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer as he uncovers what Paul meant by that statement and how these two spiritual gifts can still be used by people in the church today.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Love. Without it, we are nothing and nothing else matters! Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer as he digs into possibly the most recognized section of scripture in the Bible, 1 Corinthians 13.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

We all come from God, and we can’t make it without each other. God created both men and women, because we complement eachother…we complete each other. And the center of our faith is the Lord Jesus, who unites us. Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer in the second part of his message, Men & Women In Church, as he unpacks both the cultural and practical side of what Paul is writing to the Corinthian church about the roles of men and women in church.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

We all come from God, and we can’t make it without each other. God created both men & women, because we complement eachother…we complete each other. And the center of our faith is the Lord Jesus, who unites us. Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer as he unpacks both the cultural and practical side of what Paul is writing to the Corinthian church about the roles of men and women in church.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

Join Dr. Tim Meier, VP of Development of The Alliance, as he shares about how churches in The Alliance along with international workers are going to the hard places and sharing the life-changing news of Jesus and the gospel.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

We are responsible to manage the gifts God has given us, always seeking to serve and improve in the areas he has assigned us. Every person is designed and gifted by God, so it is vital that we value others, whether their gift is highly visible or not.Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer as he dives into 1 Corinthians 12 and talks about how the church is a body made up of many parts and YOU have a significant part to play in that.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

You cannot worship Jesus at the table of Communion if you ignore the unity of the church. We are not just connected to Christ by faith, we’re connected to one another through love. Our harmony and oneness in the body makes a statement to the watching world, that there is power in the blood of Christ. Jesus makes all things new by making all of us ONE!Join Pastor Kareem Smith as he dives into 1 Corinthians 11 and talks about how NOT to ruin a good meal & the importance of communion in the Christian church.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.

You might feel like you've failed a ton. But God gives us more grace and mercy than we could ever deserve. He loves to rescue people who feel lost. People who feel they've messed up. God says, "I'll be faithful to you. You don't have to keep on giving in. There's a way out. Trust me. I'll help you." So the choice is yours. No matter where you've been, where will you go starting today? God will help you write a new chapter if you'll trust him.Join Pastor Jonathan Schaeffer as he dives into 1 Corinthians 10 and talks about learning from failure.Have a recent story of life transformation? We want to hear it. Share your story here!If you’d like to support what God is doing here at Grace, in our communities, and around the world, you can give here.Thank you, Grace Family, for the way you love, grow, and serve together.