
Grace Talks Daily Devotions
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Why You Shouldn't Keep Score
Do you find your identity in keeping score of your accomplishments? If so, that's not healthy. Instead, Pastor Ben shares the record that really matters. – Pastor Ben Sadler. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How You Find Joy During Unlikely Times
"This shouldn't happen this way." How many times have you found yourself thinking these words this year? Pastor Ben says to focus instead on another phrase in order to find joy during these times. – Pastor Ben Sadler. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Lies About God, Compilation
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Dave debunks common lies about God in this 2018 throwback series. – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Lies About God: "God Doesn't Care"
Does God really care? Here's how God showed that he cares about you and the world. – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Lies About God: "God Says Not to Judge"
Jesus didn't condemn all judging. Because there IS a way to judge—and it leads to a greater goal. – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Lies About God: "God Won't Send People to Hell"
How can a loving and just God send people to hell? – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Lies About God: "God Helps Those Who Help Themselves"
God does help. But he helps only those who can't help themselves. Pastor Dave explains. – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Lies About God: "God Wants Me to Be Happy"
God doesn’t want you just to be happy; he wants something more. – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How to Be a Good Neighbor, Compilation
Watch the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Matt shows us how we can be neighbors to one another the way God called us to be, despite the unrest and uncertainty in our world. – Pastor Matt Ewart. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How to Know You're a Good Neighbor
Are you building the right kind of bridges with your neighbors? – Pastor Matt Ewart. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Are You in a Good Place?
In order to be a good neighbor, you need to take care of yourself and be in a good place. How do you get there? Jesus told his disciples the simple answer. – Pastor Matt Ewart. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
The Mercy Rule of Being a Neighbor
These five words are a sign you need to think differently about how to be a neighbor. – Pastor Matt Ewart. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
What Does Neighborly Love Look Like?
Being a good neighbor isn't about what you can do for others. It's about what was done for you. – Pastor Matt Ewart. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How Do I Love ALL My Neighbors?
Can you love EVERYONE as your neighbor? Well, for starters, you're not obligated to be a good neighbor. Pastor Matt explains. – Pastor Matt Ewart. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Little Things: Did You Forget?
Are you looking for the "Little Things" podcast from Amber Albee Swenson? In case you missed the news last week, "Little Things" is its own podcast now! Search for it on your favorite podcast app!
Little Things: In Case You Missed It
Did you catch Amber's announcement on this past Sunday's episode of "Little Things"? If not, you'll want to make sure you're in the know!
Little Things: Submit Like This
In this episode we explore the Biblical concept of a wife submitting to her husband. What does it mean? What doesn't it mean? And what can we do to make it easier? Bonus: Amber has a special announcement! Listen to find out about the exciting news she has to share! Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
The Age of Outrage, Compilation
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week. We live in a world where it feels impossible to have civil disagreements. How are we supposed to behave in this age of outrage? Though this series first aired in February 2019, God's Word is timeless as Pastor Jon helps us see how we should act during these challenging times. – Pastor Jon Bauer. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Age of Outrage: You Don't Need Validation
Our conduct in this age of outrage is not our own personal audition tape to get into heaven. God already has the audition tape he needs. We live in a world where it feels impossible to have civil disagreements. How are we supposed to behave in this age of outrage? Though this series first aired in February 2019, God's Word is timeless as Pastor Jon helps us see how we should act during these challenging times. – Pastor Jon Bauer. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Age of Outrage: How You Can Impact the World
It's normal to think that the bigger the platform, the bigger the influence. But don't be normal. Pastor Jon explains. We live in a world where it feels impossible to have civil disagreements. How are we supposed to behave in this age of outrage? Though this series first aired in February 2019, God's Word is timeless as Pastor Jon helps us see how we should act during these challenging times. – Pastor Jon Bauer. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Age of Outrage: Be Strange by . . . Listening?
It's normal to think we need to be the first and fastest to let our voices be heard. But instead of being normal, be strange. We live in a world where it feels impossible to have civil disagreements. How are we supposed to behave in this age of outrage? Though this series first aired in February 2019, God's Word is timeless as Pastor Jon helps us see how we should act during these challenging times. – Pastor Jon Bauer. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Age of Outrage: How to Stay Calm When Others Freak Out
While everyone else freaks out about today's contentious issues, here's why you can remain calm. We live in a world where it feels impossible to have civil disagreements. How are we supposed to behave in this age of outrage? Though this series first aired in February 2019, God's Word is timeless as Pastor Jon helps us see how we should act during these challenging times. – Pastor Jon Bauer. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Age of Outrage: Your Good Reason to Be Strange
It can be exhausting these days to try to have a civil conversation over disagreements. But that's also why it's a golden opportunity for Christians to be different. We live in a world where it feels impossible to have civil disagreements. How are we supposed to behave in this age of outrage? Though this series first aired in February 2019, God's Word is timeless as Pastor Jon helps us see how we should act during these challenging times. – Pastor Jon Bauer. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Little Things: The Habits that Make Us
Habits can make or break us. Good habits can put us on the path of excellence and integrity while bad habits can shipwreck our good intentions. This is a great time to consider our habits and change the ones that aren't in line with where we want to be. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Essential Faith Against COVID-19, Compilation
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Mike helps us see what we need to get through the COVID-19 pandemic. – Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
All That You Need to Endure COVID-19
What's the most essential truth you need to get through this pandemic? – Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
What Shapes Your Heart?
Our attitude is shaped by those around us. So who's got your ear and heart during this pandemic? – Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
The Secret to Contentment—Even During COVID-19
Do you think you deserve better than the unfairness you've been dealt from the coronavirus pandemic? Pastor Mike's answer may surprise you. – Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Push Back Against the Pandemic
We need to have a spiritual plan to push back against the coronavirus pandemic so we don't lose our faith. Pastor Mike shares how we can do that. – Pastor Mike Novotny. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Little Things: Running Scared
Too often God's people run around scared because of the circumstances in their life. God's word gives us so many examples of why we don't need to be afraid. We can rest in God, whatever comes our way. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Little Things: Our Coping Toolbox
What coping tools do you have for when the worse hits you? For the Christian, we need to fill our coping toolboxes with some important truths from God's Word; truths like: God heals, sometimes we have to wait, and God is our rest. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Little Things: The Best Revenge
What can we do to inflict revenge on those who have harmed us? I'll tell you! And don't worry—it’s biblical! Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Little Things: Don’t Give Up
In this episode I talk about the three things that have helped me cope when the struggle was real. If you're in a season of struggle, I pray this will bless and comfort you. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Overcoming Anxiety, Compilation
As we continue this roller-coaster ride that is 2020, we've opened the vault to bring you this series about how you can overcome anxiety. This series from Pastor James first aired in 2016. – Pastor James Hein. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Move Past the Fear of Rejection
One of our biggest fears is rejection, putting us on a quest for acceptance. But we often look for it in the wrong places. We've opened the vault to bring you a series that speaks to what many are feeling today. This series about anxiety from Pastor James first aired in 2016. – Pastor James Hein. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
The Remedy for Your Guilt
Are you still haunted by your past mistakes? We've opened the vault to bring you a series that speaks to what many are feeling today. This series about anxiety from Pastor James first aired in 2016. – Pastor James Hein. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Do You Worry About Control?
Do you stress about your lack of control over your life? Pastor James shares how you can calm those worrries. We've opened the vault to bring you a series that speaks to what many are feeling today. This series about anxiety first aired in 2016. – Pastor James Hein. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How to Cast Your Anxiety
When you try to cast your anxiety, should you listen to your heart and feelings? or your brain? We've opened the vault to bring you a series that speaks to what many are feeling today. This series about anxiety from Pastor James first aired in 2016. – Pastor James Hein. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
How to Pray About Anxiety
How can you manage some of your anxiety? A lot of it has to do with how you pray. Pastor James explains. We've opened the vault to bring you a series that speaks to what many are feeling today. This series about anxiety from Pastor James first aired in 2016. – Pastor James Hein. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Little Things: Theory vs. Reality
Are you a planner or do you tend to fly by the seat of your pants? What would God have us do? Let's look through Scripture to get a grasp on how we can best live to bring glory to God. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Little Things: The Cover-Up
When someone confronts you with a sin, are you prone to covering it up or repenting? By nature we tend to want to keep our shortcomings a secret. God would have us turn from our sin. Hear how to do it in this episode. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Little Things: You Can Take the People Out of Egypt, But ...
As I read through the Bible, I see how the people of Israel so easily fell into idolatry. Unfortunately, I think we do too. We don't worship calves or goats. We worship entertainment, worldly philosophy, money, power, and fame. How do we counter the pull of the world? Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
How You Move Forward in Life, Compilation
Listen to the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Jeremy helps us see how God always gives us a way to move forward in life. – Pastor Jeremy Mattek. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
When Doubt Is Good
Do you sometimes doubt God? Rest assured: doubt and faith go hand in hand. – Pastor Jeremy Mattek. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Freedom From Fear
Pastor Jeremy reminds us why we don't have to be afraid of anything. – Pastor Jeremy Mattek. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
There's Good That Comes From Pain?
Are there reasons why God allows adversity in your life? – Pastor Jeremy Mattek. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
You Don't Need to See to Believe
Just because you can't see how something is going to happen, doesn't mean it can't. – Pastor Jeremy Mattek. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
God Will Fight for You
When you're searching for a way to move past your struggles, just stretch out your hand. Pastor Jeremy explains. – Pastor Jeremy Mattek. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4
Little Things: Lend a Hand
It's an easy thing to get annoyed with people who always want something from you. Scripture asks us to consider it a privilege and a responsibility to help the weak. Instead of being annoyed, let's try to lovingly encourage one another and build each other up. Here on Grace Talks every Sunday, we’re giving you the podcast "Little Things" by Amber Albee Swenson, one of our Time of Grace writers and bloggers! Every week, Amber will help you navigate through some of life’s challenges and struggles by using Scripture and her own experiences of being a mom, wife, speaker, teacher, and forgiven child of God ... Because in God's kingdom, the little things ARE the big things. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ
Seeing God's Plans for Your Life, Compilation
Watch the entire devotional series from this past week, as Pastor Dave helps us see how God's plans are working in our lives. – Pastor Dave Scharf. Time of Grace is a donor-supported effort. If you would like to give a gift of support, please donate here: http://bit.ly/2K06lcJ You can also watch Time of Grace daily video devotionals by subscribing to get new videos each weekday: http://bit.ly/385Piz4