Grace Community Church Clarksville, TN

Description: The prayers and songs found in Psalms help to direct our wills both by giving us examples of wisdom and by commanding us to trust fully in him. Yet, our view of God will determine our response to this call. Key Verses: Psalms 37:1-7a, Psalms 119:97-98 Key Words: Prayer, Wisdom, Trust, Delight in Him, Worry Not

Confession is the beginning of all relational healing with God and others. Confession is key in our communication with God. Scriptures: Psalm 51, 2 Samuel 12: 1-14, 1 John 1:9 Keywords: Confess, Transgressions, Mercy, Purge, Clean heart, Renew, Forgiveness

Words of thanksgiving often escape us when we most need to talk to God. How can we express our gratitude to a heavenly father when gratitude is oftentimes the furthest from our hearts? Leaning on the words of Psalms 34 we can let god shape heart into one of gratitude. Scriptures: Psalms 34:1-10, Psalms 136:1-16,23-26 Keywords: Gratitude, Thanksgiving, Magnify, Contentment, Emotions

As we look at how we talk to God there's an area where we lack communication with God, and it's one of the most important, how we feel. God desires to hear our honest feelings, and hearts, but how do we begin to look to God, pour out our hearts to Him, and admit, "God, I'm in trouble." Scriptures: Psalm 62:1-8 Keywords: Lament, heart, pain, suffering, sadness, Psalm, talking, pouring out

As we try to follow God, we can often feel discouraged. In this sermon we look at the importance of not giving up, even as we feel discouraged. Scriptures: 1 Timothy 1:1-5 Keywords: Calling, God's call, discouragement, hope, faith, 1 Timothy, Paul

Every human being carries the image of God. This great truth transforms how we view others, as well as ourselves. Scriptures: Genesis 1:26-27 Keywords: Image of God, Genesis 1, Creation, Humility, Kindness, Justice

In this sermon we look at how God speaks to us, and how we can better hear him when he does. Scriptures: 1 Kings 19:9-18 Keywords: Elijah, 1 Kings, God's voice, stillness, quietness, spiritual disciplines

In Jesus, we have a promise of real, deep freedom - a freedom that comes from God's deep love. Scriptures: Philippians 1:21-26; Galatians 2:20 Keywords: Freedom, God's love, Paul, Philippians, Galatians, Desires, Hope

As we end our series on 1 Peter, we see what Peter wants for us remember, above everything else: grace and peace. Scriptures: 1 Peter 5:12-14 Keywords: 1 Peter, grace, peace, suffering, perseverance, joy

At the end of this letter Peter reminds us that followers of Jesus have a real enemy we face named Satan. Join us as we unpack what spiritual warfare looks like for followers of Jesus. Scriptures: 1 Peter 5:6-9 Keywords: satan, enemy, spiritual warfare, Jesus, battle, opposition

Scriptures: 1 Peter 5:6-7 Keywords: Worry, anxiety, fear, depression, control, 1 Peter, humility, hope

One of the marks of true change in our character is humility. Peter describes what this can look like in our lives. Scriptures: 1 Peter 5:1-5 Keywords: Humility, character, elders, church, 1 Peter

God wants to change our character. This week, we see how a changed character leads to a differently, godly perspective on suffering. Scriptures: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Keywords: Suffering, pain, trials, character, hope, Peter, 1 Peter

God wants to change our character. This week we look at how a changed character leads to a different way of living. Key Verses: 1 Peter 4:1-11

We look at how the death and resurrection of Jesus tell us two things we need to know about Easter. Scriptures: Philippians 3:7-11 Keywords: Easter, Philippians, Paul, Jesus, Resurrection, Cross, Gospel

This week we prepare our hearts for Easter by looking at how Jesus comes to the cross as a king - but a different kind of king than people would have expected. Scriptures: John 12:12-16 Keywords: Palm Sunday, Easter, Jesus, Resurrection, John 12

Very few of us would choose to suffer for Christ but in this passage we learn that as we suffer we are unified with Christ. This week we will process the why behind the suffering Peter calls followers of Jesus toward. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Peter stresses the importance of continuing to do good, even while we face suffering. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:8-17 Keywords: Suffering, holiness, righteousness, Psalm 1, David, Jesus, 1 Peter, pain, despair

When Peter says that husbands are called to honor their wives, what does he mean? This week we look at what biblical authority means and how it should shape a husband's role within a marriage. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:7 Keywords: Marriage, husbands, men, honor, service, understanding, relationships, 1 Peter, headship

Marriage is hard, but also powerful. In this sermon we see how Peter encourages wives to give their greatest gift to their husbands - and the power that comes from that gift. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:1-6 Keywords: Marriage, wives, husbands, submission, gender, gender roles, 1 Peter, surrender

How does God want us to treat the people that we work for? Peter reminds us that Jesus gives us freedom to serve them, even if they treat us unfairly. Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:11-12, 18-25 Keywords: 1 Peter, submission, authority, obedience, servants, masters, work, freedom, revenge

Peter tells the readers of his letter to "Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor." These were hard words then and they can be hard words today, yet in our submission we see God open the doors of Justice in our world. Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:11-17 Keywords: Government, Submission, Freedom, Honor, Rebellion

What is God doing with our world? With our lives? Peter shows us that God is building a people to worship him and live as witnesses to the world around them. Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:4-12 Keywords: 1 Peter, cornerstone, Jesus, worship, witness, church, holiness, temple, tabernacle

Part of belonging to God's community means we will love each other well. In order to love others, we need to have our actions and our hearts changed by the goodness of God. Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:1-3 Keywords: 1 Peter, love, community, growth, spiritual formation, sin, change, desire, Psalm 34

As part of our growth and maturity, God calls us to love one another. In these versus, Peter reminds us that God's Word purifies our souls when we obey and loving each other is evidence of His work in our lives. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:22-25 Keywords: Purify, Word, Soul, Love, Earnestly, Pure Heart

As a part of our growth and maturity, God calls us to be holy. In this sermon, we see what holiness is, why we need it, and how we can grow in it. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:13-21 Keywords: Holiness, hope, 1 Peter, Maturity, Growth,

When we face trials, we often discover what we really believe. In this sermon we see how having the right beliefs about God enables us to trust him and his work in our lives. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:10-12 Keywords: Patience, endurance, trials, suffering, trust, faith, 1 Peter, Hope

How we handle the trials in our lives reveals who we really are - and where God wants us to grow. Because of Jesus, real growth is possible. And so is real joy. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:3-9 Keywords: 1 Peter, Suffering, Trials, Joy, Hope, Conversion, Gospel, Salvation, Maturity, Faith

In this sermon we introduce our series on 1 Peter, looking at Peter's primary hope in writing his letter: that we stay connected to God in the midst of a world that does not know him. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:1-2 Keywords: 1 Peter, Spiritual Growth, Election, Culture, Renewal,

As Moses seeks to prepare his people for the promised land; he gives them three distinct reminders for the days ahead. They serve as his last words to the grandchildren that would fulfil God's covenant with His people. Scriptures: Deuteronomy 8:7-18 Keywords: Gratitude, Remembering, Weakness, Honor, Jesus Christ

In this sermon we the God who gives us joy and enters our brokenness also comes with what we need most: gentleness. Scriptures: Luke 2:8-16 Keywords: Christmas, Advent, Luke, Jesus, Joy, Happiness, Gentleness, Grace

This week we see how it's possible, because of God, to have great joy in the midst of our brokenness. Scriptures: Luke 2:1-7 Keywords: Christmas, Advent, Luke, Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Brokenness, Manger, Holidays

God wants to make us holy. But what if he also wants to make us happy? In this sermon we look at how God gives us real joy when he comes near to our lives and hearts. Scriptures: Luke 1:39-45 Keywords: Christmas, Advent, Tidings of Joy, Happiness, Joy, Holiness, Luke, Mary

We are all wired to be pretty selfish people but Jesus modeled a selfless not selfish life. The life we all long for is discovered in the pursuit of selfless living. Scriptures: Philippians 2:1-11 Keywords: selfish, people, relationships, serve, selflessness, sacrifice

When God puts his work into the hands of his followers, he asks for two important things: leadership and love. This week we learn about the importance of both. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Titus 1:1-5, Colossians 1:28-29 Keywords: Church, Structure, Leadership, Elders, Pastors, Grace

Why do we stress serving and volunteering at church? We each share the responsibility to extend God's concern for the world through the local church. Scriptures: Ephesians 4:11-16 Keywords: Volunteer, serving, work, Body of Christ,

During most worship services, churches take an offering. Why? This week we look at the importance of giving generously and the blessings we experience because of it. Scriptures: Acts 4:32-37 Keywords: Praxis, Acts, Early Church, Giving, Generosity, Stewardship, Spiritual Growth, Tithing

When we encounter Jesus, he changes our lives. But it doesn't end there. This same Jesus calls us to share our story of change with those around us. Scriptures: John 4:27-30, 39-42 Keywords: Evangelism, Faith, Testimony, Witness, John 4, Praxis, Mission

Today we celebrate our first service in our new church home. Scriptures: Ephesians 2:11-20 Keywords: Church, Building, Dedication Service, Next Ten

Gathering together as a church is important and needed, but something more is needed for real, deep growth to happen in your life. This week we look at why everyone needs spiritual friendships in our lives. Scriptures: Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 28:16-20 Keywords: Spiritual friendship, spiritual growth, Praxis, Matthew, Discipleship, Church, Community

Central to the life of a follower of Jesus is the idea and action of worship. This week we unpack what worship is and why we strive to help people worship each week. Scriptures: 1 Chronicles 16:7-27 Keywords: worship, music, singing, scripture, Bible, silence, prayer, sacrifice

Prayer is one of the most important practices in the life of a Christian. This week we see how prayer matters not only in our own lives, but in the life of the church as well. Scriptures: 2 Chronicles 7:11-16 Keywords: Prayer, Church, Praxis, Spiritual Growth, 2 Chronicles, Temple

Sermons are central to our public gatherings as a church - but why? This week we look at why we we preach, what makes a good sermon, and how we can experience God through this practice. Scriptures: Romans 10:13-17 Keywords: Praxis, Romans 10, Acts 2, Preaching, Truth, Vision, Community, Values

How and why we practice our faith as a church truly matters. This week we look at the biblical practice of hospitality and how it can shape our lives and our community. Scriptures: Matthew 25:34-40 Keywords: Hospitality, Praxis, Church, Spiritual Growth, Mission

Gathering together. Singing. Preaching. Praying. Free coffee. Why do we do the things we do as a church? This week we begin our new series by looking at God's mission for his people. Scriptures: Acts 1:4-9 Keywords: Praxis, Acts 1, The Church, Mission, Vision, Community, Values

The Holy Spirit does more than speak in critical moments of our lives. He leads us every day. Join us this morning as we explore how the Holy Spirit is our guide. Scriptures: John 16:12-15 Keywords: Holy Spirt, guide, direction, future

One of the Holy Spirit's primary roles in our lives is to help us live new lives. By changing our character, he shows us - and the world around us - the power of God's Kingdom here and now. Scriptures: Galatians 5:16-25 Keywords: Holy Spirit, Fruit of the Spirit, Galatians 5, New Life, Spiritual Growth, Character, Holiness

One of the central roles of the Holy Spirit is to give us new life. This week we see why we need this new life and how we can get it. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11,14:1 Keywords: Holy Spirit, Spiritual Gifts, 1 Corinthians 12, Church, Spiritual Growth

One of the central roles of the Holy Spirit is to give us new life. This week we see why we need this new life and how we can get it. Scriptures: Titus 3:3-7 Keywords: Holy Spirit, New Life, Titus 3, Regeneration, Renewal, Spiritual Growth, Salvation

The Holy Spirit is vital to our understanding of the Christian faith. In this sermon, we look at who the Holy Spirit is, what he does, and why all of this matters for us today. Scriptures: John 14:15-17, 25-26 Keywords: Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, New Life, Doctrine, John 14