Grace Community Church Clarksville, TN

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

In his very last words, David chooses to communicate that God values character built through obedience and faithfulness to God over time. His words impress upon us our best chance to impact the world through a God valued character forged in the fires of obedience and long-term faithfulness over the course of our entire lives. Scriptures: 1 Kings 2:1-4 Keywords: faithfulness, character, heart, David, last words

David finds himself at a critical turning point in his life when he is confronted about his sin. The repentance we see in David is the same kind of response we desperately need in our own lives. Discover why repentance is the starting point for healing in our own lives. Scriptures: 2 Samuel 12:1-14 Keywords: Repentance, Sin, Forgiveness, David, Nathan, Repent, 2 Samuel, Confrontation

As David grows older, he experiences a new fight against temptation - one that he loses. In this fight, we see the true nature of temptation, why it's important to understand, and how we can still have hope. Scriptures: 2 Samuel 11:1-5, James 1:1-5 Keywords: David, Bathsheba, Sin, Temptation, 2 Samuel, Lust, Desire

With a kingdom settled, David honors his promise to show mercy to Saul's descendants, showing us what true mercy is and why we need it still today. Scriptures: 2 Samuel 9:1-7 Keywords: David, 2 Samuel, Mercy, Kindness, Forgiveness, Mephibosheth

This week we look at how, in the midst of making his plans, David hears a challenging and comforting promise from God. Scriptures: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 Keywords: Life of David, David, Covenant, Faithfulness, 2 Samuel, Sovereignty

Everyone has experienced hurt and pain at the hands of someone else. David gives us a powerful example of how we can respond to our enemies in sparing Saul. Scriptures: 1 Samuel 26:2-12 Keywords: The Life of David, Saul, 1 Samuel, Mercy, Forgiveness, Revenge, Grace, Relationships

David and Goliath is one of the most famous stories in the Bible. More than the slaying of a giant, this story shows us how to live with one of God's greatest truths. Scriptures: 1 Samuel 17:41-50 Keywords: The Life of David, 1 Samuel, David, Goliath, Courage, Fear, Pride, Suffering

How God chose David to become a king reveals one of the greatest insights into how God calls his followers and how he works in their lives. Scriptures: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Keywords: David, 1 Samuel, The Life of David, Grace, Gospel

A call to accept and acknowledge the significance of the imperfect moments in our story. Through painful moments God both provides for our needs and reveals himself as a Savior. Scriptures: Matthew 14:13-21 Keywords: imperfection, grace, savior, life story

Change is possible but lasting change never happens in isolation. Join us this week as we discover how change and our need for others are connected. Scriptures: Acts 9:10-19 Keywords: change, hope, endurance, relationship, friendship, community

Change takes work. This week we look at how establishing new patterns in our lives can lead to experiencing God's power and grace. Scriptures: Philippians 2:12-13 Keywords: Spiritual growth, spiritual formation, spiritual disciplines, Philippians, Paul, You Can Change

One of the main reasons why we don't experience change in our lives is because we worship the wrong things. This week we see how we can navigate our hearts and make real progress in the areas we want to see changed. Scriptures: Acts 17:22-32, Psalm 115:2-9 Keywords: You Can Change, Acts 17, Psalm 115, Paul, Personal growth, spiritual formation

Change is often hard and it is easy to become discouraged.. But God gives us hope for real and lasting change in our lives. Scriptures: John 3:1-8, Romans 8:9-13 Keywords: Change, Growth, Spiritual Formation, Hope, John 3, Romans 8, You Can Change

In this concluding passage, Jesus gives his listeners a final illustration with a final call: build your life on his firm foundation. Scriptures: Matthew 7:24-29 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, Matthew, Jesus, Discipleship, Spiritual Growth

How do we know that we know God? Jesus shows us the importance of bearing good fruit, while at the same time giving us a solemn and serious warning. Scriptures: Matthew 7:15-23 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, hypocrisy, good works, faith, spiritual growth, Matthew

These three verses are some of the most famous words of Jesus recorded in Scripture. This week we will see that this was a call to action and not just wise advice for followers of Jesus. Scriptures: Matthew 7:12-14 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, Golden Rule, Life, Discipleship, Growth

Jesus teaches us that how we pray is really important. In this passage, he shows us that God wants to be asked to be involved with every area of our lives. Scriptures: Matthew 7:7-11 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, prayer, Matthew, Jesus, petitionary prayer

As Jesus closes his most famous sermon, he addresses what it means to live in community with other people. This week we hear Jesus speak to the danger of judging others. Scriptures: Matthew 7:1-6 Keywords: Judging, Judgment, Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, Grace, Relationships, Conflict

Why did Jesus die? What happened when he came to life again? What difference does his death and new life make for us today? Join us this Easter as we celebrate our risen King. Scriptures: Romans 5:6-11 Keywords: Easter, resurrection, Romans, Jesus, new life, justification, grace

How do we stop worrying? Jesus confronts this problem and exposes why it is more than just a bad habit. Scriptures: Matthew 6:25-34 Keywords: Worry, anxiety, stress, Sermon on the Mount, Matthew, spiritual growth, peace

In this sermon we have the intentions of our heart and motivations for our actions examined by Jesus' words. Scriptures: Matthew 6:1,19-24 Keywords: Treasure, Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, Matthew, Heart, Eternity, Reward

In this sermon we see the forgotten importance of fasting and how God uses this discipline to grow us. Scriptures: Matthew 6:1,16-18 Keywords: Fasting, Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, Matthew, Self-control, Self-denial, Spiritual formation, Spiritual disciplines

Perhaps the most famous prayer ever taught, this week we look at the Lord's Prayer. Scriptures: Matthew 6:9-15 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, Prayer, The Lord's Prayer, Matthew 6, Spiritual Growth, Jesus, Adoption, Father

How does God want us to pray? Jesus shows us something to avoid, and two things to pursue. Scriptures: Matthew 6:1, 5-8 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, Matthew, Prayer, Jesus, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Disciplines, Sin

Using the practice of giving to the poor as an illustration, Jesus teaches us about the dangers of our inner motivations and the hope we have for change in him. Scriptures: Matthew 5:38-48 Keywords: Sermon on the Mount, Spiritual Growth, Matthew, Jesus, Giving, Generosity, Poor, Wealth

Every year we face new choices. What will we do? How will we live? Who will we become? This week we will look at the choice to choose love. Scriptures: Mark 2:1-12 Keywords: community, love, connection, serve, mission, evangelism, ministry

At the heart of what we believe is a God who gives to us. This week we see how the Bible connects God's giving nature to our giving practices. Scriptures: Malachi 3:7-12 Keywords: Four Choices, Spiritual Growth, Malachi, Giving, Money, Generosity, Mission

Prayer is foundational to our relationship with God. This week we look at what true prayer is and how we can practice it better in our lives. Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11, Romans 8:38-39 Keywords: Prayer, Paul, 2 Corinthians, Four Choices,

As we begin a new year, we look at how listening to God through the Bible sets us up to know Him in a deeper, more meaningful way. Scriptures: John 6:53-59, 66-69 Keywords: Four Choices, Spiritual Growth, Bible, John 6, Belief, Jesus

As a new year begins, Adam Dressler shares how living with open hands can shape your life and connect you deeper with God. Scriptures: Job 1:20-21 Keywords: Job, Surrender, Trust, Faith, Purpose, Meaning, Significance

At the turn of every year we all have hopes that the new year will bring possibility of something better. Join us this week as we look at what it will take to see lasting change in our lives in the year ahead. Scriptures: Luke 2:41-52 Keywords: start, change, direction, future, faith, possibility

When Jesus comes into the world, he shows us not only who God is, but how God works. This week, we anticipate the arrival of the King before as we look to celebrate Christmas Day. Scriptures: Luke 2:1-7 Keywords: Jesus, Christmas, Advent, Luke, The Coming King, Incarnation

When Jesus comes into our world, he comes as a King. This week, we begin our Christmas series by looking at how we search for Jesus, and how he searches for us. Scriptures: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 Keywords: Christmas, Advent, Isaiah, The Coming King, Jesus, Suffering, Hope, Emotions

When Jesus comes into our world, he comes as a King. This week, we begin our Christmas series by looking at how we search for Jesus, and how he searches for us. Scriptures: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Keywords: Christmas, Advent, Kingdom, King, Jesus, 1 Samuel, Significance

Jesus makes a seemingly unreasonable command to his followers - "love your enemies." In this sermon, we see how obeying this command is possible. Scriptures: Matthew 5:38-48 Keywords: Enemies, Peace, Conflict, Forgiveness, Justice, Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, Matthew