Gratis Church Sermons

In Part 2 of our study through Isaiah 53, we explore how Jesus not only identifies with our suffering but also with our sin. These verses show the heart of the Gospel: Christ bore our griefs, carried our sorrows, and took the punishment we deserved. Though all of us have gone astray, God placed our sin on Him so we could be healed, forgiven, and made right with God. A powerful continuation of the story of the Savior who became sin for us out of perfect love.

In this sermon, we begin our series The Suffering Servant by looking at Isaiah 53:1–3, a powerful prophecy written nearly 700 years before the birth of Jesus. Often called "The Gospel of the Old Testament," Isaiah 53 points clearly to the suffering and rejection that Jesus would experience. We explore how Jesus came as God's revelation to the world, yet He was overlooked, rejected, and despised by His own people. Even though He did not fit their expectation of a king, His suffering was part of God's plan for redemption. Most importantly, this passage reminds us that Jesus understands our pain. Because He experienced suffering at the deepest level, He is able to identify with us in our struggles today. If you are walking through a difficult season, this message is a reminder that you are not alone—Jesus sees you, understands you, and invites you to believe His message and receive Him as Lord and Savior.

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:a1aa5628-0593-492e-856f-1742cbdd31c6-1" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> As Easter approaches, we're reminded that one of the most powerful ways people come to faith is through a simple invitation. In this message from Leading People to Jesus, we look at the life of Andrew in the Gospel of John and how he consistently brought people to Christ—including his brother Peter, a young boy with a small lunch, and a group of Greeks seeking Jesus. Andrew's story reminds us that anyone can play a role in leading others to Jesus, and that a simple step of faith can have an eternal impact. Key texts: John 1:35-42 John 6:8-9 John 12:20-23

In this week's message from Acts 8:25–40, we look at the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch and what it means to join God where He is already at work. Through this powerful encounter, we're reminded that God arranges divine appointments, His Spirit leads and guides us, and our role is simply to share Jesus. How will God use you to advance His Kingdom? Be willing. Be obedient. Be ready to share Christ.

In this powerful message, Pastor Mike walks us through the Gospel of John 3:1–8 and the life-changing conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus. BUBBA: Believe You Be Born Again Through the story of Greg "Bubba" McCall and Jesus' words in John 3:1–8, we're reminded that sharing our faith starts with understanding what it truly means to be born again. This message challenges us personally: Are you a BUBBA? And do you know someone who needs to be? Listen in and be encouraged to boldly share the hope of new life in Christ.

In this message, Pastor Mike teaches from First Epistle to the Corinthians 13:13 and Gospel of Matthew 5:43, challenging us to raise our standard of love. Instead of loving only those who love us back, we're called to pray for others, ask God to open their eyes to the truth, and trust that His will be done. The question we must ask ourselves is simple but powerful: What is your standard of love?

In this message, Pastor Mike unpacks the power and purpose of prayer and how it transforms our relationship with God. With clear biblical teaching and practical application, he shows that prayer is more than a ritual — it's an ongoing conversation that strengthens our faith, aligns our hearts, and invites God into every part of our lives. You'll be encouraged to move beyond routine words and into authentic connection, learning how to pray with honesty, confidence, and consistency. Whether you feel strong in your prayer life or struggle to know where to start, this message will give you simple, actionable steps to grow deeper and stay connected to God through prayer. Listen in and be challenged to make prayer a daily priority, not a last resort.

Choose Discomfort | Luke 9:23–25, 57–62 Sermon by Pastor Spencer Life is complicated—busy schedules, financial pressure, relational strain, comparison, anxiety, and the constant noise of a fast-paced world. We all want simplicity. But what if the way to an uncomplicated life actually leads straight through discomfort? In this message from Luke 9, Pastor Spencer unpacks Jesus' clear yet challenging invitation: deny yourself, take up your cross daily, and follow Him. Following Jesus isn't complicated—but it is uncomfortable. And that discomfort is where true clarity, purpose, and life are found. Through the context of Jesus' ministry and His sobering words to would-be disciples, this sermon calls us to "rep" our faith daily—relinquishing our own agendas, embracing the cost of obedience, and patterning our lives after Christ. Jesus confronts our desire for comfort, delay, and divided devotion, and invites us instead into wholehearted allegiance to Him. The bottom line is simple and searching: Choose discomfort. Follow Jesus. Because the one who chooses discomfort for Christ will find joy for the soul, comfort for the heart, and hope that lasts.

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:e22933b1-d4fc-49c8-956b-182b745e1220-7" data-testid= "conversation-turn-10" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Join us for the 40-Day Prayer Challenge: Draw the Circle at Gratis Church, happening January 12–February 20, 2026. For these 40 days, we're committing to bold, faith-filled prayer and trusting God to move in powerful ways. This is a time to draw the circle around God's promises and believe Him for breakthrough in our lives, families, and church. Let's pray together and watch what God will do.

In this episode, Pastor Mike Peavy walks us through the moment the angels appeared to the shepherds and announced the birth of Jesus. We're reminded that the greatest news in history was first shared with ordinary people in an unexpected way. Pastor Mike then challenges us with a powerful question: How was our own birth announced?

Listen in as we continue The True Christmas Story and discover why the virgin birth matters more than we may realize. This week, we'll explore how this miraculous moment reveals who Jesus truly is and how God's plan of redemption begins not through human strength, but through divine power. The virgin birth reminds us that God enters our world in unexpected ways, fulfills His promises, and brings hope where it seems impossible.

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:d9ed7e1e-4efb-4c0a-a131-bced13d8b821-1" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Join Pastor Mike for an energizing deep dive into the only reliable source of the true Christmas story—God's Word! In this message, he tackles two essential questions: How reliable is Scripture? and How relevant is it today? Through powerful passages in 2 Timothy, 2 Peter, and Hebrews, Pastor Mike shows how God's Word is inspired, trustworthy, alive, and actively speaking into our lives. In a world full of noise, opinions, and constant "fact checking," this episode points us back to the unchanging truth we can build our lives on. The true Christmas story still matters—so how will you respond?

In this episode, Pastor Mike Peavy unpacks what it really means to give through the church rather than to the church. Rooted in Ephesians 3:20–21, he reminds us that there is no limit with God — He can do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine. This message encourages a posture of open-handed generosity, trusting that every gift ultimately brings glory to God and fuels His Kingdom work. All glory to God!

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:da3d8dfc-f449-44f5-91ef-bcadeb0ec558-1" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> In this message, The Importance of Giving Thanks to God, Pastor Mike walks through James 1:17, Luke 17:11–19, and 2 Corinthians 9:15 to remind us that gratitude is more than a feeling—it's a response God both deserves and desires. Through the story of the ten lepers, we see the difference between receiving God's gifts and returning thanks to the Giver. As we reflect on where our deepest satisfaction is found, we're challenged to make gratitude a daily practice. This week, take time to list what you're most thankful for—because every good and perfect gift is from Him, and His greatest gift is truly indescribable.