Sermons Podcast for Grace Church of the Valley http://www.graceofthevalley.org en-us Grace Church of the Valley no Grace Church of the Valley jared@graceofthevalley.org ℗ & © 2010 Grace Church of the Valley 720 Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The path to the cross marks Jesus with ultimate greatness. The path to the cross marks Jesus with ultimate greatness. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/ultimate-greatness http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/ultimate-greatness Sun, 25 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Sovereign grace is the equalizer of the Kingdom. Sovereign grace is the equalizer of the Kingdom. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/last-will-be-first http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/last-will-be-first Sun, 18 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor David Morris Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Kingdom citizens view life with their King's perspectives. Kingdom citizens view life with their King's perspectives. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/kingdom-perspectives http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/kingdom-perspectives Sun, 11 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Jesus is Lord of marriage. Jesus is Lord of marriage. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/lord-of-marriage http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/lord-of-marriage Sun, 04 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Jesus Christ reigns supreme in His Church and in His people. Jesus Christ reigns supreme in His Church and in His people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jesus--lord-of-all http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jesus--lord-of-all Sun, 27 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Limitless forgiveness is both the experience and the lifestyle of Kingdom people. Limitless forgiveness is both the experience and the lifestyle of Kingdom people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/limitless-forgiveness http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/limitless-forgiveness Sun, 20 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Garth Gaddy Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The authority to confront and restore, or confront and remove, comes from Jesus as we adhere to the purity of His process. The authority to confront and restore, or confront and remove, comes from Jesus as we adhere to the purity of His process. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-church-discipline http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-church-discipline Sun, 13 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Heaven’s concern for the “little ones” must dictate your concern for the “little ones.” Heaven’s concern for the “little ones” must dictate your concern for the “little ones.” http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/kingdom-care-for-kingdom-people http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/kingdom-care-for-kingdom-people Sun, 06 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The severity of sin's consequences determines the severity with which Kingdom citizens deal with sin. The severity of sin's consequences determines the severity with which Kingdom citizens deal with sin. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/severe-consequences--severe-measures http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/severe-consequences--severe-measures Sun, 30 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Your relationship to Christ's people is evidence of your relationship to Christ Himself. Your relationship to Christ's people is evidence of your relationship to Christ Himself. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/utterly-undivided-from-jesus http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/utterly-undivided-from-jesus Sun, 23 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The humble King Jesus leads a humble Kingdom people. The humble King Jesus leads a humble Kingdom people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/humble-king-jesus http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/humble-king-jesus Sun, 16 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The wisdom of Heaven is gleaned by observing the life of Jesus and by receiving the instruction of Jesus. The wisdom of Heaven is gleaned by observing the life of Jesus and by receiving the instruction of Jesus. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/faithless-disciples-and-mighty-jesus http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/faithless-disciples-and-mighty-jesus Sun, 09 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The glory of Jesus establishes the supremacy of Jesus and informs the confident expectation of his followers. The glory of Jesus establishes the supremacy of Jesus and informs the confident expectation of his followers. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/coming-in-his-kingdom http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/coming-in-his-kingdom Sun, 02 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Jesus values his own lordship–his right to absolute authority and worthiness of absolute allegiance. Jesus values his own lordship–his right to absolute authority and worthiness of absolute allegiance. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-high-value-of-lordship http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-high-value-of-lordship Sun, 25 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Those who rightly identify Christ must also share the values of Christ if they are to be recognized as followers of Christ. Those who rightly identify Christ must also share the values of Christ if they are to be recognized as followers of Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/values-of-the-messiah http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/values-of-the-messiah Sun, 18 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Your identification of Jesus identifies you. And correct identification of Jesus is revealed by the Father. Your identification of Jesus identifies you. And correct identification of Jesus is revealed by the Father. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/frequently-given-answers http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/frequently-given-answers Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Pastor Adam teaches from 1 Corinthians 15 on what a life lived in light of the resurrection will look like. Pastor Adam teaches from 1 Corinthians 15 on what a life lived in light of the resurrection will look like. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/living-in-light-of-the-resurrection http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/living-in-light-of-the-resurrection Sun, 04 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor David Morris Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Through His powerful care, pointed confrontation, and pastoral cautions, Jesus demands that we believe in Him as Messiah and beware any teaching that says otherwise. Through His powerful care, pointed confrontation, and pastoral cautions, Jesus demands that we believe in Him as Messiah and beware any teaching that says otherwise. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/believe-and-beware http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/believe-and-beware Sun, 28 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Within the American evangelical church, there is a seeming ignorance or indifference toward the marvel of the New Covenant plan for mass salvation of Gentiles. Join our study, as we walk along with our Lord in the Gentile land, and watch Him display the wonder of the gospel, dogs are grafted in as sons! Within the American evangelical church, there is a seeming ignorance or indifference toward the marvel of the New Covenant plan for mass salvation of Gentiles. Join our study, as we walk along with our Lord in the Gentile land, and watch Him display the wonder of the gospel, dogs are grafted in as sons! http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-wonder-of-the-gospel http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-wonder-of-the-gospel Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom There is no wavering with Jesus in the face of opposition, especially with the false religious leaders of His day. Join our study as we are reminded once again that only a new heart will do. There is no wavering with Jesus in the face of opposition, especially with the false religious leaders of His day. Join our study as we are reminded once again that only a new heart will do. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/from-the-inside-out http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/from-the-inside-out Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EST David Whitcomb David Whitcomb preaches from 1 Peter 3:13-17 on the importance of honoring Christ in your defense of the Gospel. David Whitcomb preaches from 1 Peter 3:13-17 on the importance of honoring Christ in your defense of the Gospel. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/honor-christ-when-you-defend-the-gospel http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/honor-christ-when-you-defend-the-gospel Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EST Nathan Busenitz Nathan Busenitz from Grace Community Church preaches from 2 Corinthians 5:1-10. We need not fear death because we know what awaits us. Nathan Busenitz from Grace Community Church preaches from 2 Corinthians 5:1-10. We need not fear death because we know what awaits us. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/why-were-not-afraid-to-die http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/why-were-not-afraid-to-die Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Jesus is exclusively worthy of our worship and thus the Spirit, through Matthew, calls us to this life of unwavering allegiance. Jesus is exclusively worthy of our worship and thus the Spirit, through Matthew, calls us to this life of unwavering allegiance. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/exclusively-worthy-of-our-worship http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/exclusively-worthy-of-our-worship Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST Pastor David Morris Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Christ's miraculous feeding of the 5,000 puts His unreserved compassion and unrestricted power on display. Despite His character and power, He was still rejected by the crowds who refused to believe in Him. In contrast, we should bow before the real Jesus in wonder and worship. Christ's miraculous feeding of the 5,000 puts His unreserved compassion and unrestricted power on display. Despite His character and power, He was still rejected by the crowds who refused to believe in Him. In contrast, we should bow before the real Jesus in wonder and worship. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/unreserved-compassion--unrestricted-power http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/unreserved-compassion--unrestricted-power Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST power, rejection Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Re-entering the study of Matthew’s gospel in the 14th chapter, we find that proper identification of Jesus is no small matter and identification with Jesus promises both high costs and eternal rewards. Re-entering the study of Matthew’s gospel in the 14th chapter, we find that proper identification of Jesus is no small matter and identification with Jesus promises both high costs and eternal rewards. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/revelation-and-sure-persecution http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/revelation-and-sure-persecution Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST Pastor Adam Bailie Who We Are and What We're All About In this final study in our mini-series on the church, we find that ministry is not only called for but defined by the Word of God. At Grace Church we are all about every-member-ministry; life-on-life speaking of the truth in love to one another. In this final study in our mini-series on the church, we find that ministry is not only called for but defined by the Word of God. At Grace Church we are all about every-member-ministry; life-on-life speaking of the truth in love to one another. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/every-member-ministry--part-2- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/every-member-ministry--part-2- Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST Pastor Adam Bailie Who We Are and What We're All About Our identity is set in the clutch of the gospel of grace, which informs our priorities and pursuits as a local church. Our identity is set in the clutch of the gospel of grace, which informs our priorities and pursuits as a local church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/every-member-ministry--part-1- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/every-member-ministry--part-1- Sun, 24 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST diversity, ministry, saints, teachers, shepherds, evangelists, prophets, apostles, church Pastor Adam Bailie Who We Are and What We're All About Grace Church of the Valley must be a unified gathering of God's people, if it desires to be an obedient gathering of God's people. Grace Church of the Valley must be a unified gathering of God's people, if it desires to be an obedient gathering of God's people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-unity http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-unity Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST gathering, unified, doctrine, unity, body Pastor Adam Bailie Who We Are and What We're All About Grace Church of the Valley is a gathering of the people of God, founded upon the New Testament Word of God, and unified around the Son of God. Grace Church of the Valley is a gathering of the people of God, founded upon the New Testament Word of God, and unified around the Son of God. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-identity http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-identity Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST church, strangers, aliens, citizens, cornerstone Jordan Thiesen Do you relate biblically to the Bible? If the Word of God is to have its way in the people of God, the people of God must relate rightly to the Word of God. Do you relate biblically to the Bible? If the Word of God is to have its way in the people of God, the people of God must relate rightly to the Word of God. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/relating-rightly-to-the-word http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/relating-rightly-to-the-word Sun, 03 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST prepare, receive, apply, word, relate Jordan Thiesen Mere assent to the idea that God sovereignly accomplishes His will in all things is not enough. The Christian's words, plans and attitude must be affected by this glorious truth, lest arrogant self-confidence and boasting arise. Mere assent to the idea that God sovereignly accomplishes His will in all things is not enough. The Christian's words, plans and attitude must be affected by this glorious truth, lest arrogant self-confidence and boasting arise. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/christian-atheism http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/christian-atheism Sun, 27 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST plans, future, atheism, christian, will Jordan Thiesen Christmas is often a time of expectations unsatisfied, but this need not be the case for the believer. Christmas is often a time of expectations unsatisfied, but this need not be the case for the believer. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jesus:-expectations-satisfied http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jesus:-expectations-satisfied Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST consolation, incarnation, jesus, simeon Jordan Thiesen Matthew: Life in the Kingdom In the parable of the dragnet, Jesus assures the disciples and our church family that the end of the age will bring the promised destruction of all enemies of Christ. In the parable of the dragnet, Jesus assures the disciples and our church family that the end of the age will bring the promised destruction of all enemies of Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:47-50 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:47-50 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST angels, net, fish, gnashing, weeping, hell Pastor David Morris God sovereignly accomplishes His gracious plans. Those plans are demanding and compassionate. God sovereignly accomplishes His gracious plans. Those plans are demanding and compassionate. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jonah-3-4 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jonah-3-4 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST jonah, sovereign, plan, unstoppable, nineveh, evil Jordan Thiesen Thanksgiving is not just a holiday for the Christian–it's a life habit! Thanksgiving is not just a holiday for the Christian–it's a life habit! http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:12-14 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:12-14 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST present, past, thanksgiving, thankful, gratitude, gratefulness, habitual Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Only one investment can ever guarantee profit for all who lose their lives to gain it. Only one investment can ever guarantee profit for all who lose their lives to gain it. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:44-46 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:44-46 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST treasure, value, matthew, parables Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Though it started small, with time and cultural permeation the Kingdom has a promising and enormous Christ-exalting conclusion. Though it started small, with time and cultural permeation the Kingdom has a promising and enormous Christ-exalting conclusion. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:31-35 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:31-35 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST parable, leaven, seed Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The Kingdom present will include both belief and unbelief; but this will not always be. The end of the age will bring the judgment of all peoples. The Kingdom present will include both belief and unbelief; but this will not always be. The end of the age will bring the judgment of all peoples. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:24-30--36-43 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:24-30--36-43 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EDT unbelievers, believers, weeds, tare, wheat Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The Kingdom purposes of God were not and will not be thwarted by rejection and false belief toward Jesus, though these will be a part of the church until He returns. The Kingdom purposes of God were not and will not be thwarted by rejection and false belief toward Jesus, though these will be a part of the church until He returns. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:3-9--18-23 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:3-9--18-23 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT path, thorn, rocky, soil, sower Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Blessed are those with eyes that see, ears that hear, and hearts that understand! Blessed are those with eyes that see, ears that hear, and hearts that understand! http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:10-17 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-13:10-17 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT see, hear, matthew, parables Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Everyone relates to Jesus...everyone. Everyone relates to Jesus...everyone. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:38-50 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:38-50 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT sign, jonah, corrupt, conform, family, follow, doomed, demand Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Character, not environment, drives our conduct. Jesus is concerned with the inside–the heart of man–for He knows that from the heart the mouth speaks. Character, not environment, drives our conduct. Jesus is concerned with the inside–the heart of man–for He knows that from the heart the mouth speaks. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:33-37 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:33-37 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT internal, external, three, fruit, bad, good Pastor David Morris God sovereignly accomplishes His gracious plans. God sovereignly accomplishes His gracious plans. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/unstoppable--praiseworthy-grace http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/unstoppable--praiseworthy-grace Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom To be ignorant of Jesus is to reject Jesus, but to know His fullness and deny Him is to be rejected by Jesus! To be ignorant of Jesus is to reject Jesus, but to know His fullness and deny Him is to be rejected by Jesus! http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:22-32 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:22-32 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT unforgivable, sin, blasphemy, ignorance, reject Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom To be ignorant of Jesus is to reject Jesus, but to know His fullness and deny Him is to be rejected by Jesus! To be ignorant of Jesus is to reject Jesus, but to know His fullness and deny Him is to be rejected by Jesus! http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:22-32 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:22-32 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT To be ignorant of Jesus is to reject Jesus, but to know His fullness and deny Him is to be rejected by Jesus!, unforgivable, sin, blasphemy, ignorance, reject Pastor Adam Bailie Christ's death is not only the ultimate example of humility, but also the ultimate cause for humility. Christ's death is not only the ultimate example of humility, but also the ultimate cause for humility. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/philippians-2:1-11 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/philippians-2:1-11 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT unity, church, faithful, marks, humble, christ, humility Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Conflict is the constant theme in Matthew 12, but there is a glorious hope in this Sabbath conflict–Jesus Christ. Conflict is the constant theme in Matthew 12, but there is a glorious hope in this Sabbath conflict–Jesus Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:9-21 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:9-21 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT victory, justice, pharisees, sabbath, hand, withered Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Like all humans, the Pharisees desperately tried to set aside God’s righteous requirements by their own means. Jesus is the Lord of the Law. Like all humans, the Pharisees desperately tried to set aside God’s righteous requirements by their own means. Jesus is the Lord of the Law. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:1-8 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-12:1-8 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT pharisees, disciples, jesus, legalism, law, sabbath Pastor Adam Bailie There is a form of Christianity that leads straight to an eternal hell. There is a form of Christianity that leads straight to an eternal hell. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/john-8:30-59 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/john-8:30-59 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT unbelief, non-saving, faith, saving, believe, stone Josiah Grauman In this sermon, Josiah unpacks Hebrews 2:14-18 and shows why we must be careful to rightly understand Jesus' full humanity and full deity. In this sermon, Josiah unpacks Hebrews 2:14-18 and shows why we must be careful to rightly understand Jesus' full humanity and full deity. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/hebrews-2:14-18 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/hebrews-2:14-18 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT tempted, kenosis, deity, divinity, humanity, jesus Pastor Adam Bailie Favoritism is anti-Gospel. You cannot hold to the Christian faith and favoritism at the same time. Favoritism is anti-Gospel. You cannot hold to the Christian faith and favoritism at the same time. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/favoritism-is-anti-gospel http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/favoritism-is-anti-gospel Sun, 09 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT gospel, missionary, kingdom, partiality, favoritism Pastor David Morris What about ______? The Gospel is the best antidote for and argument against racism. The Gospel is the best antidote for and argument against racism. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/what-about-christians-and-racism http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/what-about-christians-and-racism Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT christians, racism, ethnicity, bob, jones Pastor Adam Bailie What about ______? God is good, has a good plan for His people, and is faithfully bringing that plan to completion. God is good, has a good plan for His people, and is faithfully bringing that plan to completion. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/what-about-gods-plan-for-suffering http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/what-about-gods-plan-for-suffering Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT conformed, christ, image, trials, suffering Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The offer of gracious spiritual rest is made only for those who come desperately and exclusively to Jesus, submitting to His Lordship and learning from His Word. The offer of gracious spiritual rest is made only for those who come desperately and exclusively to Jesus, submitting to His Lordship and learning from His Word. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:28-30 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:28-30 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT soul, laden, heavy, easy, yoke, rest Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The sovereign choice of God is the invisible, deciding factor in the revelation of Jesus Christ to sinners. The sovereign choice of God is the invisible, deciding factor in the revelation of Jesus Christ to sinners. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:25-27 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:25-27 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT sovereign, election, will, children, understanding, wise Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Indifference toward Jesus is opposition to Jesus. Indifference toward Jesus is opposition to Jesus. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:20-24 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:20-24 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT tolerable, judgement, accountable, indifference Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom If you have concluded wrongly regarding John, then you have no doubt concluded wrongly regarding Jesus. If you have concluded wrongly regarding John, then you have no doubt concluded wrongly regarding Jesus. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:7-19 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-11:7-19 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT demon, drunkard, honey, camel, reed, baptist, john, kingdom, matthew Pastor David Morris What about ______? Jesus will personally evaluate the works of all Christians in order to give them rewards. Jesus will personally evaluate the works of all Christians in order to give them rewards. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/what-about-eternal-rewards http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/what-about-eternal-rewards Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT bema, seat, rewards, judgement Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Jesus concludes His instructions for the Kingdom Mission in these final verses of chapter ten, and calls His disciples to anticipate the blessing of reception from some of those who will hear the gospel. Jesus concludes His instructions for the Kingdom Mission in these final verses of chapter ten, and calls His disciples to anticipate the blessing of reception from some of those who will hear the gospel. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:40-42 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:40-42 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT receive, sender, gospel Nathan Williams In Psalm 63, David presents three vital characteristics of the God-focused life: a soul thirsting for God, satisfied in God, and content in circumstances. In Psalm 63, David presents three vital characteristics of the God-focused life: a soul thirsting for God, satisfied in God, and content in circumstances. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/psalm-63 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/psalm-63 Sun, 31 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT thirst, satisfied, content Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Do we really think of the ministry of Jesus properly? And more importantly, do we rightly understand what it means to follow him? Do we really think of the ministry of Jesus properly? And more importantly, do we rightly understand what it means to follow him? http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:34-39 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:34-39 Sun, 24 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT brother, sister, mother, father, him Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Fearless faithfulness is the result of belief in the promises of Jesus more than the reality of persecution. Fearless faithfulness is the result of belief in the promises of Jesus more than the reality of persecution. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:26-33 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:26-33 Sun, 17 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT fear, kingdom, mission, faithfulness, persecution Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Pastor Adam unfolds the clear instruction from our Lord that will guard our hearts from the paralyzing affects of fear in the face of persecution. Pastor Adam unfolds the clear instruction from our Lord that will guard our hearts from the paralyzing affects of fear in the face of persecution. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:26-28 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:26-28 Sun, 10 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Pastor Adam concludes our study from last week. The Kingdom Mission may cost us everything, but the fellowship will be sweet with our Christ and His people. Pastor Adam concludes our study from last week. The Kingdom Mission may cost us everything, but the fellowship will be sweet with our Christ and His people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:16-25 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:16-25 Sun, 03 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT kingdom, mission, cost Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Pastor Adam outlines what is expected of our life in the Kingdom Mission field. Pastor Adam outlines what is expected of our life in the Kingdom Mission field. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:16-22 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:16-22 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT sheep, wolves, witness, hated Nathan Busenitz When you finally stand before the Lord, will He care whether the world thought you were successful? When you finally stand before the Lord, will He care whether the world thought you were successful? http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/true-success http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/true-success Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT success, failure, money, fame Pastor David Morris The resurrection we celebrate today was a guaranteed reality. It was impossible for Jesus to stay dead; therefore, we must repent and believe in Him. The resurrection we celebrate today was a guaranteed reality. It was impossible for Jesus to stay dead; therefore, we must repent and believe in Him. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/acts-2:22-41 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/acts-2:22-41 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT impossibility, resurrection, raised Pastor David Morris Pastor David presents 13 Blessings of the Blood. Pastor David presents 13 Blessings of the Blood. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/good-friday-service--the-seven-words- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/good-friday-service--the-seven-words- Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT 13, blessings, blood, crucifixion, sacrifice, good, friday Pastor David Morris The crucifixion is the most crucial story of all time for all cultures. In Acts 3, Peter presents historical realities and theological ramifications of the crucifixion. The crucifixion is the most crucial story of all time for all cultures. In Acts 3, Peter presents historical realities and theological ramifications of the crucifixion. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/acts-3:11-26 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/acts-3:11-26 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT historical, realities Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Discover the current (and timeless) implications that the Holy Spirit intends for us in Matthew 10:5-15. Discover the current (and timeless) implications that the Holy Spirit intends for us in Matthew 10:5-15. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:5-15 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:5-15 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT belt, tunic, dust, silver, copper Nathan Williams Five facets to the Bible's majestic portrait of the preeminent Son of God, Jesus the Christ. Five facets to the Bible's majestic portrait of the preeminent Son of God, Jesus the Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/colossians-1:15-20 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/colossians-1:15-20 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie With so much of our culture crying for inner power and self-promotion, Matthew presents a contrast in the Kingdom Mission of our Lord and His followers. With so much of our culture crying for inner power and self-promotion, Matthew presents a contrast in the Kingdom Mission of our Lord and His followers. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:1-4 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-10:1-4 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT ordinary, people Pastor Adam Bailie How can Christians endure in long-term difficulties, serving as effective ministers of mercy? Endurance in ministry comes from maintaining a biblical perspective. How can Christians endure in long-term difficulties, serving as effective ministers of mercy? Endurance in ministry comes from maintaining a biblical perspective. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-corinthians-4:16-18- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-corinthians-4:16-18- Sun, 08 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EST endure, difficulties, persecution Daniel Gillespie Guest pastor Daniel Gillespie asks us to consider our approach and response to the Word of God. Guest pastor Daniel Gillespie asks us to consider our approach and response to the Word of God. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/fear-gods-word http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/fear-gods-word Sun, 01 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EST tremble, fear, word Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom A challenging look at the model missionary, Jesus the Christ. A challenging look at the model missionary, Jesus the Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:35-38--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:35-38--am- Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST missions, evangelism, harvest, labor Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning As Paul concludes his pastoral letter to Titus, his final inspired words point us to the planning, partnership, and priorities necessary for all healthy ministry. As Paul concludes his pastoral letter to Titus, his final inspired words point us to the planning, partnership, and priorities necessary for all healthy ministry. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-3:12-15--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-3:12-15--pm- Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST conclusion, partnership, priorities Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Jesus is the Messiah, and Matthew's intention is to leave that truth unarguably imprinted upon the reader's mind. Jesus is the Messiah, and Matthew's intention is to leave that truth unarguably imprinted upon the reader's mind. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:18-34--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:18-34--am- Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST life, sick, mute, blind, miracles Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Join Adam as he unpacks the final paragraph of the main body of Titus and explores the reminder Paul provides and the fearful end that must be the church's response to false teachers and those who embrace their teaching. Join Adam as he unpacks the final paragraph of the main body of Titus and explores the reminder Paul provides and the fearful end that must be the church's response to false teachers and those who embrace their teaching. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-3:8-11--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-3:8-11--pm- Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST response, false Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Following closely on the heals of the Pharisees' frustration with Jesus and His relationship to sinners, John the Baptist's disciples confront Jesus regarding His seeming disregard for the Old Covenant religious fasting. Following closely on the heals of the Pharisees' frustration with Jesus and His relationship to sinners, John the Baptist's disciples confront Jesus regarding His seeming disregard for the Old Covenant religious fasting. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:14-17--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:14-17--am- Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST wineskins, wine, patch, garment Pastor David Morris Matthew: Life in the Kingdom The purpose of the authoritative King was to call sinners out of their sin. The purpose of the authoritative King was to call sinners out of their sin. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:9-13--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-9:9-13--am- Sun, 01 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST healthy, doctor, righteous Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning In one sentence, Paul presents the single most comprehensive statement on salvation in the New Testament. In one sentence, Paul presents the single most comprehensive statement on salvation in the New Testament. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-3:3-7--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-3:3-7--pm- Sun, 01 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Matthew continues his validation of these claims through two more powerful miraculous historical accounts. Matthew continues his validation of these claims through two more powerful miraculous historical accounts. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:28-9:8--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:28-9:8--am- Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST miracle, validation, account Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning David teaches that the Gospel places clear demands on believers' relationships to government and all unbelievers. David teaches that the Gospel places clear demands on believers' relationships to government and all unbelievers. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:15-3:2--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:15-3:2--pm- Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST government Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Twelve disciples, a boat, and a napping Jesus set the table for still more validation of Jesus as the Messiah King he claimed to be. Twelve disciples, a boat, and a napping Jesus set the table for still more validation of Jesus as the Messiah King he claimed to be. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:23-27--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:23-27--am- Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST storm, calm Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Titus has been called to inform God's people that lifestyle and doctrine go hand in hand. Titus has been called to inform God's people that lifestyle and doctrine go hand in hand. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:11-15--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:11-15--pm- Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST titus, doctrine, radical Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning As Paul instructs Titus how to teach young men and slaves, he commands purposeful righteousness that goes hand in hand with sound doctrine. As Paul instructs Titus how to teach young men and slaves, he commands purposeful righteousness that goes hand in hand with sound doctrine. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:6-10--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:6-10--pm- Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST paul, slaves, righteousness, doctrine Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom This week's study combined two themes into one. Adam helps present a look at Grace Church for 2009, as well as a quick examination of the costly nature of true discipleship. Jesus demands everything...everything. This week's study combined two themes into one. Adam helps present a look at Grace Church for 2009, as well as a quick examination of the costly nature of true discipleship. Jesus demands everything...everything. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:18-22--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:18-22--am- Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST jesus, matthew, leave, rest, bury, dead Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Join Adam as he leads in a practical study regarding the character of God's people toward God's people. Join Adam as he leads in a practical study regarding the character of God's people toward God's people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:1-5--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-2:1-5--pm- Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST character, women, titus Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom With the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthews moves now to establish a testimony of Jesus' authority in action. With the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthews moves now to establish a testimony of Jesus' authority in action. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:1-17--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-8:1-17--am- Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST miracle, matthew Pastor David Morris David preaches 2 Corinthians 3:12-18. This New Year, we will become what we behold. God promises gradual spiritual transformation for all believers who will focus on His glory through His Word. David preaches 2 Corinthians 3:12-18. This New Year, we will become what we behold. God promises gradual spiritual transformation for all believers who will focus on His glory through His Word. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-corinthians-3:12-18--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-corinthians-3:12-18--am- Sun, 28 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST behold, spiritual, transformation Pastor Adam Bailie Christmas is the celebration of the unimaginable truth that God the Son left heaven for humanity, that baby Jesus is the Creator of all that is. Christmas is the celebration of the unimaginable truth that God the Son left heaven for humanity, that baby Jesus is the Creator of all that is. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-theology-of-christmas--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-theology-of-christmas--am- Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST christmas, theology Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom In this week's study, Adam poses two questions to help clarify the appropriate response and application of the Sermon on the Mount. In this week's study, Adam poses two questions to help clarify the appropriate response and application of the Sermon on the Mount. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:28-29--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:28-29--am- Sun, 14 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST authority, matthew, mount, sermon Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Concluding the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus takes us to the future day of judgment and warns of a terrifying scenario. Concluding the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus takes us to the future day of judgment and warns of a terrifying scenario. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:21-27--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:21-27--am- Sun, 07 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST mount, sermon, matthew, me, from, depart Pastor David Morris Though not a popular subject, God's Word clearly defines and describes sin. This story painfully but honestly recounts David and Uzzah's sin, forever standing as an example of God's holiness and the sinfulness of sin. Though not a popular subject, God's Word clearly defines and describes sin. This story painfully but honestly recounts David and Uzzah's sin, forever standing as an example of God's holiness and the sinfulness of sin. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-samuel-6:1-11--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-samuel-6:1-11--pm- Sun, 07 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST samuel, sin Pastor Adam Bailie Psalm 92 Psalm 92 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/psalm-92--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/psalm-92--pm- Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST psalm, gratitude Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Continuing on in our study of the final four warnings of the Sermon on the Mount, Adam unfolds Christ's clear warning regarding false prophets. Jesus brings the Kingdom Citizens back to the necessity for discernment until His return. The shocking reality is that the false prophets' inward corruption can and will be known by their outward acts. The heart will produce fruit, either corrupted or pure..."Thus you will recognize them by their fruits" (v. 20). Continuing on in our study of the final four warnings of the Sermon on the Mount, Adam unfolds Christ's clear warning regarding false prophets. Jesus brings the Kingdom Citizens back to the necessity for discernment until His return. The shocking reality is that the false prophets' inward corruption can and will be known by their outward acts. The heart will produce fruit, either corrupted or pure..."Thus you will recognize them by their fruits" (v. 20). http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:15-20--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:15-20--am- Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST false, prophets, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie With the Thanksgiving season upon us, Adam encourages believers to view gratitude not as a holiday, but as a habit. The study includes a closer look at two of Paul's "thanks be to God" statements. These provide a grid through which true, lasting, and habitual thankfulness must flow. With the Thanksgiving season upon us, Adam encourages believers to view gratitude not as a holiday, but as a habit. The study includes a closer look at two of Paul's "thanks be to God" statements. These provide a grid through which true, lasting, and habitual thankfulness must flow. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/gospel-gratefulness--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/gospel-gratefulness--am- Sun, 23 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST gratefulness, gospel, thanks, thanksgiving Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom While the popular notion of our culture is that many ways lead back to God, Jesus has a different message entirely. This week Adam unfolds the beginning of the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount and the hard reality that there is only One Way to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. While the popular notion of our culture is that many ways lead back to God, Jesus has a different message entirely. This week Adam unfolds the beginning of the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount and the hard reality that there is only One Way to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:13-14--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:13-14--am- Sun, 16 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST wide, path, narrow, gate, kingdom Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Having called for a Biblically qualified leadership, the Apostle Paul now turns to explaining the need for such leadership in the local church. The dangerous reality of false teachers and false teaching demands an eldership that is qualified in character, gifting, and doctrine. Having called for a Biblically qualified leadership, the Apostle Paul now turns to explaining the need for such leadership in the local church. The dangerous reality of false teachers and false teaching demands an eldership that is qualified in character, gifting, and doctrine. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:10-16--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:10-16--pm- Sun, 16 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST rebuke, works, pure Pastor David Morris Orthodoxy and humility are two necessary sides of the same coin. Without orthodoxy, humility will only earn Hell. Without humility, orthodoxy shamefully steals from and distracts from God's glory. Orthodoxy and humility are two necessary sides of the same coin. Without orthodoxy, humility will only earn Hell. Without humility, orthodoxy shamefully steals from and distracts from God's glory. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-corinthians-1:1-4:21--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-corinthians-1:1-4:21--am- Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST morris, david, orthodoxy, humility, humble Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Elders must have personal belief in right doctrine that enables them to teach and rebuke others. Elders must have personal belief in right doctrine that enables them to teach and rebuke others. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:9--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:9--pm- Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST titus, morris, david Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches on Matthew 7:12. Adam preaches on Matthew 7:12. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:12--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:12--am- Sun, 02 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EDT kingdom, rule, adam, bailie, grace, church, valley Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning David preaches Titus 1:5-8. David preaches Titus 1:5-8. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:5-8--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:5-8--pm- Sun, 02 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EDT titus, david, morris Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches Titus 1:1-4. Adam preaches Titus 1:1-4. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:1-4--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1:1-4--pm- Sun, 26 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT adam, bailie Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 7:7-11. Adam preaches Matt. 7:7-11. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:7-11--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:7-11--am- Sun, 26 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, prayer Pastor Adam Bailie Adam preaches a Gospel message, the first of a regular series for days we celebrate the Lord's Supper. Adam preaches a Gospel message, the first of a regular series for days we celebrate the Lord's Supper. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/history-at-the-cross--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/history-at-the-cross--am- Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT colossians Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam gives an introduction to Titus. Adam gives an introduction to Titus. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/titus-1--pm- Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues in the Sermon on the Mount. In Matt. 7:6, Jesus teaches the balancing perspective to judgmentalism. While judgmentalism is forbidden, discernment is required. Adam continues in the Sermon on the Mount. In Matt. 7:6, Jesus teaches the balancing perspective to judgmentalism. While judgmentalism is forbidden, discernment is required. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:6--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:6--am- Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, jesus, pigs, dogs, discern, judge Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam returns to the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 7:1-5 demands kingdom relationships between brothers be free of ungodly judgmentalism. Adam returns to the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 7:1-5 demands kingdom relationships between brothers be free of ungodly judgmentalism. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:1-5--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-7:1-5--am- Sun, 05 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT speck, judgmentalism, judged Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam concludes preaching the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's life and ministry ended with the same earmarks of grace and love that characterized his exemplary life. Adam concludes preaching the book of 2 Timothy. Paul's life and ministry ended with the same earmarks of grace and love that characterized his exemplary life. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-4:9-22--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-4:9-22--pm- Sun, 05 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT books, cloak Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam concludes this final message of a series on the church. Part 2 of a sermon on membership highlights the value and purpose of church membership. Adam concludes this final message of a series on the church. Part 2 of a sermon on membership highlights the value and purpose of church membership. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-members-of-the-body-part-2--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-members-of-the-body-part-2--am- Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT local Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 4:6-8. Within Paul's personal testimony of finishing well, all Christians can find encouragement and dependence on the same Source of grace. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 4:6-8. Within Paul's personal testimony of finishing well, all Christians can find encouragement and dependence on the same Source of grace. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-4:6-8--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-4:6-8--pm- Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT fought, fight, race, finish, crown Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 4:1-5. This crucial section demands careful preaching as well as careful listening from Christ's Church. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 4:1-5. This crucial section demands careful preaching as well as careful listening from Christ's Church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-4:1-5--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-4:1-5--pm- Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT expository, ears, itching, charge, preach Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam continues this mini-series on the Church. Scripture presents not only the Leader of the Body, the core commitments of the Body, and the leadership of the Body, but also the necessity of membership in the local Body. Adam continues this mini-series on the Church. Scripture presents not only the Leader of the Body, the core commitments of the Body, and the leadership of the Body, but also the necessity of membership in the local Body. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-members-of-the-body-part-1--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-members-of-the-body-part-1--am- Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT church, local, christ, jesus, body, membership, members Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam preaches part 2 of a message on the church body, specifically regarding leadership. Scripture clearly identifies the character leadership must meet and the function they must fulfill. Adam preaches part 2 of a message on the church body, specifically regarding leadership. Scripture clearly identifies the character leadership must meet and the function they must fulfill. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-body-of-the-church-part-2--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-body-of-the-church-part-2--am- Sun, 14 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT pastors, leadership, qualifications, character Pastor David Morris David preaches a theological message on the image of God from Gen. 1:26-27. God's choice to create mankind in His own image determines the value and responsibility placed on the human race. David preaches a theological message on the image of God from Gen. 1:26-27. God's choice to create mankind in His own image determines the value and responsibility placed on the human race. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/created-in-his-image--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/created-in-his-image--pm- Sun, 14 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT genesis, image, God, race, ethnicity, value, man, mankind Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam continues this detailed look at the church by turning to the body of the church. God's Word details both the roles and qualifications Christ expects for the leadership of His body. Adam continues this detailed look at the church by turning to the body of the church. God's Word details both the roles and qualifications Christ expects for the leadership of His body. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-body-of-the-church-part-1--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-body-of-the-church-part-1--am- Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT elders. Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam continues a small series on the church, outlining 6 ministry commitments of Grace Church. Adam continues a small series on the church, outlining 6 ministry commitments of Grace Church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-guts-of-the-church-part-2--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-guts-of-the-church-part-2--am- Sun, 31 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT commitment Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam continues this small series on the Church, focusing specific attention and application on what Grace is committed to and why we are committed to it. Adam continues this small series on the Church, focusing specific attention and application on what Grace is committed to and why we are committed to it. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-guts-of-the-church-part-1--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-guts-of-the-church-part-1--am- Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT commit Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam continues teaching this pivotal passage on the Word of God. 2 Tim. 3:14-17 teaches that the Bible is breathed out by God, containing no errors as well as being completely sufficient to fully mature the man of God. Adam continues teaching this pivotal passage on the Word of God. 2 Tim. 3:14-17 teaches that the Bible is breathed out by God, containing no errors as well as being completely sufficient to fully mature the man of God. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-3:14-17--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-3:14-17--pm- Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT inspiration, breathed, competent, equipped Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam begins a mini-series on the Church. To answer practical questions about why Grace Church exists, where we're heading, and what strategy we should use, we must turn to the revelation provided by our Head, Jesus Christ. Adam begins a mini-series on the Church. To answer practical questions about why Grace Church exists, where we're heading, and what strategy we should use, we must turn to the revelation provided by our Head, Jesus Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-head-of-the-church--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-head-of-the-church--am- Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT strategy, head Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 3:14-17. Like Timothy, in these last days we must continue in the true Word breathed out by God. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 3:14-17. Like Timothy, in these last days we must continue in the true Word breathed out by God. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-3:14-17--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-3:14-17--pm- Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT continue Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning David preaches 2 Tim. 3:1-5. Paul warns Timothy that difficult times marked by difficult people will raise external opposition to enduring ministry. David preaches 2 Tim. 3:1-5. Paul warns Timothy that difficult times marked by difficult people will raise external opposition to enduring ministry. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-3:1-5--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-3:1-5--pm- Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, last, days, difficult Pastor David Morris David preaches Joel 1:1-2:17. Joel reveals that God disciplines His own people, and one day He will universally judge sin. Therefore, both believers and unbelievers must repent from their sin with heart repentance. David preaches Joel 1:1-2:17. Joel reveals that God disciplines His own people, and one day He will universally judge sin. Therefore, both believers and unbelievers must repent from their sin with heart repentance. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/discipline--repentance--and-judgment--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/discipline--repentance--and-judgment--am- Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT punish Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam finishes teaching from Matt. 6. Matt. 6:25-34 challenges Kingdom citizens to place complete trust in Sovereign God, abandoning the constant pursuit of control and worry rampant in our lives. Adam finishes teaching from Matt. 6. Matt. 6:25-34 challenges Kingdom citizens to place complete trust in Sovereign God, abandoning the constant pursuit of control and worry rampant in our lives. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:25-34--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:25-34--am- Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, worry, anxious, concern Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt 6:24. Jesus demands loyalty from His true followers. Kingdom citizens must prize God over every other competing treasure or pleasure. Adam preaches Matt 6:24. Jesus demands loyalty from His true followers. Kingdom citizens must prize God over every other competing treasure or pleasure. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:24--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:24--am- Sun, 20 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, master, masters, money Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:22-26. Paul's final commands in his action list for enduring ministry are to flee unholiness and pursue righteousness. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:22-26. Paul's final commands in his action list for enduring ministry are to flee unholiness and pursue righteousness. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:22-26--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:22-26--pm- Sun, 20 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT timothy, paul, youthful, lusts, flee Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 6:22-23. Just as our treasure will demonstrate what our hearts most value, our treasure will also determine the direction of our lives. Adam preaches Matt. 6:22-23. Just as our treasure will demonstrate what our hearts most value, our treasure will also determine the direction of our lives. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:22-23--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:22-23--am- Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, lamp, eye, light, darkness Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:20-21. Paul contrasts honorable and dishonorable ministers and ministries, challenging Timothy to be separate from error and therefore useful to God. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:20-21. Paul contrasts honorable and dishonorable ministers and ministries, challenging Timothy to be separate from error and therefore useful to God. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:20-21--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:20-21--pm- Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, vessel, useful Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches the second part of Paul's action list for enduring ministry in 2 Tim. 2:16-19. False teaching must be shunned and treated as the dangerous gangrene that it is to the Body of Christ. Adam preaches the second part of Paul's action list for enduring ministry in 2 Tim. 2:16-19. False teaching must be shunned and treated as the dangerous gangrene that it is to the Body of Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:16-19--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:16-19--pm- Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, shun, babble, gangrene Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 6:19-21. Christ moves from hypocrisy in religious activity to materialism in daily activity, repeatedly exposing the radical and singular devotion required of Kingdom citizens. Adam preaches Matt. 6:19-21. Christ moves from hypocrisy in religious activity to materialism in daily activity, repeatedly exposing the radical and singular devotion required of Kingdom citizens. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:19-21--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:19-21--am- Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, treasure Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches the second part of Paul's action list for enduring ministry in 2 Tim. 2:16-19. False teaching must be shunned and treated as the dangerous gangrene that it is to the Body of Christ. Adam preaches the second part of Paul's action list for enduring ministry in 2 Tim. 2:16-19. False teaching must be shunned and treated as the dangerous gangrene that it is to the Body of Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:16-19--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:16-19--pm- Sun, 06 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, shun, babble, gangrene Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 6:16-18. Though fasting is not a common practice in current church culture, Christ deals with its latent danger of hypocrisy and so must we. Adam preaches Matt. 6:16-18. Though fasting is not a common practice in current church culture, Christ deals with its latent danger of hypocrisy and so must we. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:16-18--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:16-18--am- Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, fast, fasting Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:14-15. Paul gives Timothy, and hence to us, an action list for pursuing successful ministry. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:14-15. Paul gives Timothy, and hence to us, an action list for pursuing successful ministry. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:14-15--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:14-15--pm- Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, workman Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Matt. 6:12-15 concludes this model prayer with 3 last petitions and a commentary on forgiveness. Matt. 6:12-15 concludes this model prayer with 3 last petitions and a commentary on forgiveness. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:12-15--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:12-15--am- Sun, 22 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, forgive, forgiveness, pray, prayer Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt 6:11-12. Having established the God-ward priority that runs throughout all prayer, Jesus teaches His disciples to pray for physical needs as well as fatherly forgiveness. Adam preaches Matt 6:11-12. Having established the God-ward priority that runs throughout all prayer, Jesus teaches His disciples to pray for physical needs as well as fatherly forgiveness. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:11-12--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:11-12--am- Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT jesus, matthew, sermon, mount, prayer, pray, bread, daily, forgive Andy Brown Guest speaker Andy Brown preaches Eph. 5:1-5. Imitating God comes from a heart radically changed and leads to a consistent lifestyle of love and purity. Guest speaker Andy Brown preaches Eph. 5:1-5. Imitating God comes from a heart radically changed and leads to a consistent lifestyle of love and purity. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/imitate-god--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/imitate-god--pm- Sun, 08 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT ephesians, paul, imitate, imitating, love, sex, immorality Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues through the Disciples' Prayer in Matt. 6:10, covering the last two foundational priorities of un-hypocritical prayer. Prayer must begin with what God plans and what He desires. Adam continues through the Disciples' Prayer in Matt. 6:10, covering the last two foundational priorities of un-hypocritical prayer. Prayer must begin with what God plans and what He desires. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:10--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:10--am- Sun, 08 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT will, kingdom, prayer, mount, sermon, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches the first verse of the Disciples' Prayer, found in Matt. 6:9. This model prayer demands that prayer begin with who God is and what God deserves. God is personal, paternal, and powerful. Adam preaches the first verse of the Disciples' Prayer, found in Matt. 6:9. This model prayer demands that prayer begin with who God is and what God deserves. God is personal, paternal, and powerful. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:9--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:9--am- Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT lord's, disciples, prayer, jesus, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:8-13. Paul revealed to Timothy his driving motivation as he persevered through amazing suffering. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:8-13. Paul revealed to Timothy his driving motivation as he persevered through amazing suffering. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:8-13--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:8-13--pm- Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT timothy, paul, motivation Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam returns to Matt. 6:5-8. Kingdom citizens must fight hypocrisy in their prayer lives, never praying for show or with mindless emptiness. Adam returns to Matt. 6:5-8. Kingdom citizens must fight hypocrisy in their prayer lives, never praying for show or with mindless emptiness. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:5-8--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:5-8--am- Sun, 25 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, jesus, sermon, mount, prayer, hypocrisy Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam sets the table for our future study of Matthew 6:5-14. The second righteous practice that lends itself to hypocrisy is prayer. Public prayer must never mask a lack of private prayer. Adam sets the table for our future study of Matthew 6:5-14. The second righteous practice that lends itself to hypocrisy is prayer. Public prayer must never mask a lack of private prayer. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:5-6--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:5-6--am- Sun, 18 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, prayer Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:3-7. Paul uses three helpful illustrations to urge Timothy and now us to do the work of ministry. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:3-7. Paul uses three helpful illustrations to urge Timothy and now us to do the work of ministry. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:3-7--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:3-7--pm- Sun, 18 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, soldier, athlete, farmer Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 6:2-4. Christ continues to warn about hypocrisy in worship by illustrating several common areas of high risk. Giving must be done, yet it must be done without the slightest hint of self-promotion. Adam preaches Matt. 6:2-4. Christ continues to warn about hypocrisy in worship by illustrating several common areas of high risk. Giving must be done, yet it must be done without the slightest hint of self-promotion. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:2-4--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:2-4--am- Sun, 11 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT sermon, mount, matthew, giving, worship, hypocrisy Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:1-2. These foundational verses demand passing the apostolic Word on to faithful disciples who will do the same. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 2:1-2. These foundational verses demand passing the apostolic Word on to faithful disciples who will do the same. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:1-2--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-2:1-2--pm- Sun, 11 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT timothy, leadership, disciple, maker Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 6:1. The Kingdom is a lifestyle generated by a transformed heart, not some sort of church-ianity. Christ powerfully warns about a typical setting, a temporal motive, and a tragic result of religious hypocrisy. Adam preaches Matt. 6:1. The Kingdom is a lifestyle generated by a transformed heart, not some sort of church-ianity. Christ powerfully warns about a typical setting, a temporal motive, and a tragic result of religious hypocrisy. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:1--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-6:1--am- Sun, 04 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT credibility, hypocrisy, mount, sermon, christ, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 1:12-18. Paul continues to urge Timothy to share in the suffering of the Gospel without shame, faithfully holding to doctrine and joining the fellowship of other Christians who similarly suffer faithfully for the Gospel. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 1:12-18. Paul continues to urge Timothy to share in the suffering of the Gospel without shame, faithfully holding to doctrine and joining the fellowship of other Christians who similarly suffer faithfully for the Gospel. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:12-18--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:12-18--pm- Sun, 04 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT timothy, paul, suffering, shame, gospel, faithful Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues through the Sermon on the Mount (5:43-48). Jesus' demands for love far surpassed the demands of Jewish culture then and the natural ability of our hearts now. Only the Gospel of grace can enable us to meet God's standard of perfection. Adam continues through the Sermon on the Mount (5:43-48). Jesus' demands for love far surpassed the demands of Jewish culture then and the natural ability of our hearts now. Only the Gospel of grace can enable us to meet God's standard of perfection. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:43-48--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:43-48--am- Sun, 27 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, jesus, sermon, mount, love, perfect, perfection, hate, enemy Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 1:8-12. This one long sentence from Paul highlights God's remarkable grace as the driving motivation for shameless suffering for the Gospel. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 1:8-12. This one long sentence from Paul highlights God's remarkable grace as the driving motivation for shameless suffering for the Gospel. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:8-12--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:8-12--pm- Sun, 27 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT suffering, grace, timothy, paul Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam returns to Matt 5:38-42 and Jesus' presentation of a radical Kingdom view of love. Kingdom love demands the surrender of our culturally expected, deeply ingrained, daily habit of personal promotion and defense. Adam returns to Matt 5:38-42 and Jesus' presentation of a radical Kingdom view of love. Kingdom love demands the surrender of our culturally expected, deeply ingrained, daily habit of personal promotion and defense. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:38-42--am----pt-2 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:38-42--am----pt-2 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, jesus, love, retaliation, lawsuit Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 2 Tim. 1:3-7. Paul continues the opening of his letter to Timothy by writing of his grateful memory as well as challenging Timothy to a courageous mandate. Adam preaches 2 Tim. 1:3-7. Paul continues the opening of his letter to Timothy by writing of his grateful memory as well as challenging Timothy to a courageous mandate. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:3-7--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:3-7--pm- Sun, 20 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT timothy, paul, introduction, remember, memory Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:38-42. Jesus again confronts the religious norms of His day. The Pharisees abused the Mosaic Law to allow personal retaliation, but Jesus outlined both the spirit of the Mosaic Law and the demand of the Kingdom Law for love. Adam preaches Matt. 5:38-42. Jesus again confronts the religious norms of His day. The Pharisees abused the Mosaic Law to allow personal retaliation, but Jesus outlined both the spirit of the Mosaic Law and the demand of the Kingdom Law for love. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:38-42--am----pt-1 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:38-42--am----pt-1 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, jesus, sermon, mount, love, retaliation Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam introduces the book of 2 Timothy and continues our study through the Pastoral Epistles. He provides an overview of the book, presents its opening statement, and calls us to learn and apply this letter for true church success. Adam introduces the book of 2 Timothy and continues our study through the Pastoral Epistles. He provides an overview of the book, presents its opening statement, and calls us to learn and apply this letter for true church success. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:1-2--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/2-timothy-1:1-2--pm- Sun, 13 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT timothy, paul, church, success, introduction Phil Johnson Guest speaker Phil Johnson preaches 1 Cor. 15:1-5. The Gospel, as presented by Paul in 4 simple points, must be believed. Guest speaker Phil Johnson preaches 1 Cor. 15:1-5. The Gospel, as presented by Paul in 4 simple points, must be believed. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/4-simple-gospel-truths--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/4-simple-gospel-truths--am- Sun, 06 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT johnson, phil, paul, gospel David Whitcomb Guest speaker David Whitcomb preaches John 17:14-17. God's plan to make a unique people is accomplished through His Word. Guest speaker David Whitcomb preaches John 17:14-17. God's plan to make a unique people is accomplished through His Word. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/your-word-is-truth--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/your-word-is-truth--pm- Sun, 06 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT sanctify, truth, sanctification, john Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:33-37. Christ makes the highest demands possible on kingdom citizens to be people of truth. Adam preaches Matt. 5:33-37. Christ makes the highest demands possible on kingdom citizens to be people of truth. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:33-37--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:33-37--am- Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT matthew, sermon, mount, oath, kingdom, truth Pastor David Morris David preaches Acts 1:1-11. Jesus Christ, the resurrected Lord, returned to Heaven bodily. His ascension has major ramifications, including His greatness to be worshiped and His return to be expected. David preaches Acts 1:1-11. Jesus Christ, the resurrected Lord, returned to Heaven bodily. His ascension has major ramifications, including His greatness to be worshiped and His return to be expected. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/ascended-lord--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/ascended-lord--pm- Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT ascend, ascension, lord, return Pastor Adam Bailie For Resurrection Sunday, Adam preaches 1 Cor. 15:20-28. Christ's resurrection guarantees imputed and victorious life. For Resurrection Sunday, Adam preaches 1 Cor. 15:20-28. Christ's resurrection guarantees imputed and victorious life. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/resurrection-realities--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/resurrection-realities--am- Sun, 23 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT easter, resurrection, reality, life, corinthians Pastor Adam Bailie In light of Passion Week, Adam preaches Col. 1:15-23 in order to focus right thinking about Jesus. Paul presents Christ's person, work, and reward. Only faith in Jesus as revealed in Scripture leads to eternal life. In light of Passion Week, Adam preaches Col. 1:15-23 in order to focus right thinking about Jesus. Paul presents Christ's person, work, and reward. Only faith in Jesus as revealed in Scripture leads to eternal life. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jesus-christ--son-of-god--savior--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/jesus-christ--son-of-god--savior--am- Sun, 16 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT palm, colossians, paul Pastor Adam Bailie Biblical Parenting Adam continues this short series on parenting by discussing discipline. Eph. 6:4 teaches us that discipline in the Lord is a necessary part of the Christian family. Adam continues this short series on parenting by discussing discipline. Eph. 6:4 teaches us that discipline in the Lord is a necessary part of the Christian family. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-discipline--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-discipline--pm- Sun, 16 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT parent, parenting, discipline Pastor Adam Bailie Biblical Parenting Adam continues this short series on parenting. Responsibility for a Christian family starts with dad, who must lead biblically, and continues with moms, who are absolutely critical to biblical parenting. Both must lead and discipline in God-glorifying ways. Adam continues this short series on parenting. Responsibility for a Christian family starts with dad, who must lead biblically, and continues with moms, who are absolutely critical to biblical parenting. Both must lead and discipline in God-glorifying ways. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-principles--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-principles--pm- Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EST parent, parenting Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Christ continues to present His commands for kingdom citizens. By limiting divorce, Christ exalts the covenant of marriage and establishes yet another high, counter-cultural kingdom standard. Christ continues to present His commands for kingdom citizens. By limiting divorce, Christ exalts the covenant of marriage and establishes yet another high, counter-cultural kingdom standard. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:31-32--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:31-32--am- Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EST matthew, sermon, mount, divorce Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:27-30. Christ deals yet another devastating attack on self-righteousness as He clarifies His expectations about lust. Radical amputation is the only right response kingdom citizens have to both actions and attitudes of sin. Adam preaches Matt. 5:27-30. Christ deals yet another devastating attack on self-righteousness as He clarifies His expectations about lust. Radical amputation is the only right response kingdom citizens have to both actions and attitudes of sin. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:27-30--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:27-30--am- Sun, 02 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EST matthew, sermon, mount, jesus, lust Pastor Adam Bailie Biblical Parenting Adam continues this short series on parenting. After focusing on husbands last week, Adam moves on to discuss biblical principles for wives. Adam continues this short series on parenting. After focusing on husbands last week, Adam moves on to discuss biblical principles for wives. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-wives--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-wives--pm- Sun, 02 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EST women, wives, parenting, parent Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:21-26. Christ begins His presentation of kingdom demands by focusing on the heart of murder: anger against a brother. Adam preaches Matt. 5:21-26. Christ begins His presentation of kingdom demands by focusing on the heart of murder: anger against a brother. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:21-26--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:21-26--am- Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST matthew, sermon, mount, anger, murder Pastor Adam Bailie Biblical Parenting Adam begins a short series on parenting by focusing on the primary relationship within the family: husband and wife. Before parenting comes marriage, and God speaks clearly about the ideal relationship between husband and wife. Adam begins a short series on parenting by focusing on the primary relationship within the family: husband and wife. Before parenting comes marriage, and God speaks clearly about the ideal relationship between husband and wife. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-husbands--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/biblical-parenting:-husbands--pm- Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST parenting, parents, marriage, husbands Pastor David Morris Matthew: Life in the Kingdom David preaches Matt. 5:17-20. With this crucial intro to the rest of the Sermon on the Mount, Christ explains and elevates the standard of righteousness. David preaches Matt. 5:17-20. With this crucial intro to the rest of the Sermon on the Mount, Christ explains and elevates the standard of righteousness. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:17-20--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:17-20--am- Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST matthew, sermon, mount, righteousness, legalism, pharisee Pastor David Morris David shares his concern for the direction of children's ministry at Grace. Biblical principles of parental responsibility, children as sinners, and evangelism must direct our practical attempts to serve both parents and kids. David shares his concern for the direction of children's ministry at Grace. Biblical principles of parental responsibility, children as sinners, and evangelism must direct our practical attempts to serve both parents and kids. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/childrens-ministry-philosophy--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/childrens-ministry-philosophy--pm- Sun, 17 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST children, parents, evangelism, original, sin Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:13-16. Christ moves on from presenting the character of kingdom citizens to explaining the preserving and illuminating effect they should have on the watching world. Adam preaches Matt. 5:13-16. Christ moves on from presenting the character of kingdom citizens to explaining the preserving and illuminating effect they should have on the watching world. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:13-16--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:13-16--am- Sun, 10 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST matthew, sermon, mount, kingdom, salt, light Pastor Adam Bailie Adam completes a Sunday school mini-series on God's sovereignty and the problem of evil. He answers questions as well as providing the foundational reasons God cannot be chargeable with the evil the second causes do. Adam completes a Sunday school mini-series on God's sovereignty and the problem of evil. He answers questions as well as providing the foundational reasons God cannot be chargeable with the evil the second causes do. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-problem-of-evil-pt--2 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-problem-of-evil-pt--2 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST problem, evil, God, cause, sin Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches the final beatitude. True kingdom citizens ought to expect persecution, not for obnoxious character or outlandish comments, but for living an insistent Christ-like life. Lack of persecution calls true conversion into question. Adam preaches the final beatitude. True kingdom citizens ought to expect persecution, not for obnoxious character or outlandish comments, but for living an insistent Christ-like life. Lack of persecution calls true conversion into question. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:10-12--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:10-12--am- Sun, 03 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST persecution, beatitude, mount, sermon, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam concludes preaching through 1 Timothy. Paul ends with straightforward commands for wealthy Christians and a final charge for his precious son in the faith, emphasizing the dangers and duties facing both. Adam concludes preaching through 1 Timothy. Paul ends with straightforward commands for wealthy Christians and a final charge for his precious son in the faith, emphasizing the dangers and duties facing both. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:17-21--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:17-21--pm- Sun, 03 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST paul, timothy, rich, gospel, stewardship Pastor Adam Bailie In adult Bible study time, Adam briefly steps aside from Galatians in order to deal with some difficult questions about God's relationship to evil. Is sin outside of God's control? Does God will sin? If God is sovereign, why isn't He tainted by sin? Adam looks for answers that Scripture does reveal while stopping where Scripture is silent. In adult Bible study time, Adam briefly steps aside from Galatians in order to deal with some difficult questions about God's relationship to evil. Is sin outside of God's control? Does God will sin? If God is sovereign, why isn't He tainted by sin? Adam looks for answers that Scripture does reveal while stopping where Scripture is silent. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-problem-of-evil-pt--1 http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-problem-of-evil-pt--1 Sat, 02 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST problem, evil, God, sin Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Matt. 5:9 reveals the exclusive right to internal and eternal happiness for the peacemakers. In contrast to the world's constant pursuit of war or of cheap peace, kingdom peacemakers actively make peace happen on the basis of truth and in imitation of the greatest Peacemaker, the crucified Christ. Matt. 5:9 reveals the exclusive right to internal and eternal happiness for the peacemakers. In contrast to the world's constant pursuit of war or of cheap peace, kingdom peacemakers actively make peace happen on the basis of truth and in imitation of the greatest Peacemaker, the crucified Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:9--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:9--am- Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST God, sons, peacemakers, peace, mount, sermon, jesus, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Paul brings his exhortation to Timothy to a close by challenging him to live as a genuine man of God. The thought of blameless living leads Paul to exalt Christ who will one day return and who is supremely great. Paul brings his exhortation to Timothy to a close by challenging him to live as a genuine man of God. The thought of blameless living leads Paul to exalt Christ who will one day return and who is supremely great. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:11-16--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:11-16--pm- Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST paul, timothy, man, God, righteous Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Paul brings his exhortation to Timothy to a close by challenging him to live as a genuine man of God. The thought of blameless living leads Paul to exalt Christ who will one day return and who is supremely great. Paul brings his exhortation to Timothy to a close by challenging him to live as a genuine man of God. The thought of blameless living leads Paul to exalt Christ who will one day return and who is supremely great. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:11-16--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:11-16--pm- Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST paul, timothy, man, God, righteous Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:8. Focused on internal heart reality, this Beatitude announces blessing for those whose entire person is devoted to spiritual cleanliness. Kingdom citizens, clean from the inside out, will see God personally for all eternity. Adam preaches Matt. 5:8. Focused on internal heart reality, this Beatitude announces blessing for those whose entire person is devoted to spiritual cleanliness. Kingdom citizens, clean from the inside out, will see God personally for all eternity. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:8--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:8--am- Sun, 20 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST legalism, God, see, heart, pure, mount, sermon, jesus, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning In 1 Tim. 6:6-10, Paul uncovers the irony that godliness is a means of gain, just not the financial gain that the false teachers wanted. Paul then expresses his concern that the church desire spiritual prosperity rather than this world's riches. In 1 Tim. 6:6-10, Paul uncovers the irony that godliness is a means of gain, just not the financial gain that the false teachers wanted. Paul then expresses his concern that the church desire spiritual prosperity rather than this world's riches. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:6-10--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:6-10--pm- Sun, 20 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST gain, contentment, wealth, paul, timothy, money Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Tim. 6:3-5. Paul returns to confronting false teachers a third time, once again clearly describing their corrupt "ministry." Though Paul's language is harsh, it portrays the unchanging priority of biblical doctrine for the local church. Adam preaches 1 Tim. 6:3-5. Paul returns to confronting false teachers a third time, once again clearly describing their corrupt "ministry." Though Paul's language is harsh, it portrays the unchanging priority of biblical doctrine for the local church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:3-5--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:3-5--pm- Sun, 13 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST seperate, paul, timothy, false, teachers Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues the Beatitudes with Matt. 5:7. In contrast to popular thinking, Jesus further defines the kingdom citizen as one who has a transformed heart of compassion. Those who possess this heart are the exclusive recipients of mercy at the final judgment. Adam continues the Beatitudes with Matt. 5:7. In contrast to popular thinking, Jesus further defines the kingdom citizen as one who has a transformed heart of compassion. Those who possess this heart are the exclusive recipients of mercy at the final judgment. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:7--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:7--am- Sun, 13 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST Adam continues the Beatitudes with Matt. 5:7. In contrast to popular thinking, Jesus further defines the kingdom citizen as one who has a transformed heart of compassion. Those who possess this heart are the exclusive recipients, righteous, compassion, merciful, jesus, mount, sermon, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matt. 5:6. True followers of Jesus as King long to live righteously. Their desperation for righteousness makes them blessed, because only they find the lasting source of satisfaction. Adam preaches Matt. 5:6. True followers of Jesus as King long to live righteously. Their desperation for righteousness makes them blessed, because only they find the lasting source of satisfaction. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:6--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:6--am- Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST satisfaction, righteousness, thirsty, hungry, kingdom, mount, sermon, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Tim. 6:1-2. Paul directs slaves in the church at Ephesus to serve and respect their masters, regardless of their masters' spiritual condition, so that the message of the cross would remain credible. Adam preaches 1 Tim. 6:1-2. Paul directs slaves in the church at Ephesus to serve and respect their masters, regardless of their masters' spiritual condition, so that the message of the cross would remain credible. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:1-2--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-6:1-2--pm- Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST slaves, masters, timothy, paul Pastor David Morris David preaches Genesis 50:15-21. God's plans, always revealed in His Word, always work to accomplish God's purposes. David preaches Genesis 50:15-21. God's plans, always revealed in His Word, always work to accomplish God's purposes. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/gods-plan http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/gods-plan Sun, 30 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST plan, sovereign, joseph, genesis, narrative Pastor David Morris Many Christians believe that God’s will is a mystery that we spend a lifetime discovering. In reality, God’s will is given to us in His Word. Learning to understand and apply His Word is the key to knowing His will for your life. Many Christians believe that God’s will is a mystery that we spend a lifetime discovering. In reality, God’s will is given to us in His Word. Learning to understand and apply His Word is the key to knowing His will for your life. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/finding-gods-will--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/finding-gods-will--pm- Sun, 30 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST god's will Pastor Adam Bailie While our modern culture celebrates Christmas with decorations, songs, and gifts, many Christians take time to remember the “reason for the season”. Beyond a superficial understanding that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday, we must dig deeper into the ultimate consequences of Christ’s birth. While our modern culture celebrates Christmas with decorations, songs, and gifts, many Christians take time to remember the “reason for the season”. Beyond a superficial understanding that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday, we must dig deeper into the ultimate consequences of Christ’s birth. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-good-news-of-christmas--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-good-news-of-christmas--am- Sun, 23 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST jesus christ, manger, mary, nativity Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Many associate meekness with weakness; the opposite is true. Meekness in God's kingdom could be described as power or strength under control. While our culture does not put a high value on meekness, it is a requirement in God's kingdom. Many associate meekness with weakness; the opposite is true. Meekness in God's kingdom could be described as power or strength under control. While our culture does not put a high value on meekness, it is a requirement in God's kingdom. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:5--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:5--am- Sun, 16 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST meek, meekness, beatitudes, beatitude Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Once we understand our sinful condition and our utter lack of ability to change ourselves, the natural and appropriate response is spiritual mourning. Jesus promises that those who mourn will be comforted. Once we understand our sinful condition and our utter lack of ability to change ourselves, the natural and appropriate response is spiritual mourning. Jesus promises that those who mourn will be comforted. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:4--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:4--am- Sun, 09 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST mourn, mourning, blessed, comforted Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Those elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor. Those who persist in sin are to be disciplined fairly and publicly. Due to the awesome responsibility placed on them, elders are to be chosen carefully and without haste. Those elders who rule well are to be considered worthy of double honor. Those who persist in sin are to be disciplined fairly and publicly. Due to the awesome responsibility placed on them, elders are to be chosen carefully and without haste. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-5:17-25--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-5:17-25--pm- Sun, 09 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST elder, elders, double honor Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Being "poor in spirit" is mandatory to be a part of the kingdom of heaven. Those who are "poor in spirit" have realized their complete inadequacy before a holy God and their need for salvation through Jesus Christ. Being "poor in spirit" is mandatory to be a part of the kingdom of heaven. Those who are "poor in spirit" have realized their complete inadequacy before a holy God and their need for salvation through Jesus Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:3--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:3--am- Sun, 02 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST poor, spirit, beatitudes Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Qualified widows have special work to do within the church. Learn what it means to be qualified to be enrolled for this special service. Younger women should also heed these qualifications as something to which to aspire. Qualified widows have special work to do within the church. Learn what it means to be qualified to be enrolled for this special service. Younger women should also heed these qualifications as something to which to aspire. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-5:9-16--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-5:9-16--pm- Sun, 02 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST widow, widows, enrolled, qualified Pastor Adam Bailie As Christians, we are thankful for a God who meets our needs and offers us joy and purpose in our lives. We must also think deeply about God's ultimate gift to us: salvation from our sins. As Christians, we are thankful for a God who meets our needs and offers us joy and purpose in our lives. We must also think deeply about God's ultimate gift to us: salvation from our sins. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/a-lifestyle-of-thanksgiving--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/a-lifestyle-of-thanksgiving--am- Sun, 25 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST grateful Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Building upon his concern for Timothy as a young leader, Paul turns his attention to address Timothy's relationships with those in the local church. In verses 3-8, Paul specifically addresses church leadership's relationship with widows in the church. Building upon his concern for Timothy as a young leader, Paul turns his attention to address Timothy's relationships with those in the local church. In verses 3-8, Paul specifically addresses church leadership's relationship with widows in the church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-5:1-8--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-5:1-8--pm- Sun, 25 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST local church, church, relationships, widows, leadership, youthful, young Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Tim. 4:11-16. True ministry success is speaking the truth, overcoming youthful criticism, making much of the Word, exercising the Spirit's gifting, habitually practicing God's expectations, staying focused, and staying faithful. Adam preaches 1 Tim. 4:11-16. True ministry success is speaking the truth, overcoming youthful criticism, making much of the Word, exercising the Spirit's gifting, habitually practicing God's expectations, staying focused, and staying faithful. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-4:11-16--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-4:11-16--pm- Sun, 18 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST youth, young, character, paul, timothy, success Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matthew 5:1-2. This crucial message prepares for Jesus' most well-known and most misunderstood sermon. Adam preaches Matthew 5:1-2. This crucial message prepares for Jesus' most well-known and most misunderstood sermon. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:1-2--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-5:1-2--am- Sun, 18 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST beatitudes, mount, sermon, jesus, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matthew 4:23-25. Here in the final section of Matthew's conclusion, Matthew summarizes Jesus' ministry and right to be called Messiah while looking forward to Jesus' message and miracles. Adam preaches Matthew 4:23-25. Here in the final section of Matthew's conclusion, Matthew summarizes Jesus' ministry and right to be called Messiah while looking forward to Jesus' message and miracles. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:23-25--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:23-25--am- Sun, 11 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST matthew, jesus, messiah Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam teaches from 1 Timothy 4:6-10. In contrast to the external restrictions of the false teachers at Ephesus, Paul outlines the spiritual disciplines of the good servant who pursues godliness as his ministry goal. Adam teaches from 1 Timothy 4:6-10. In contrast to the external restrictions of the false teachers at Ephesus, Paul outlines the spiritual disciplines of the good servant who pursues godliness as his ministry goal. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-4:6-10--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-4:6-10--pm- Sun, 11 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST paul, false, discipline, godliness Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matthew 4:18-22. As Messiah, Jesus issued a reasonable call to the men who would become His closest followers. Immediately the two groups of brothers responded, an appropriate reaction to the words of the One who had already been proven as the Messiah. Adam preaches Matthew 4:18-22. As Messiah, Jesus issued a reasonable call to the men who would become His closest followers. Immediately the two groups of brothers responded, an appropriate reaction to the words of the One who had already been proven as the Messiah. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:18-22--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:18-22--am- Sun, 04 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EDT follow, john, andrew, james, peter, fishermen, fish, call, jesus, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam teaches from 1 Timothy 4:1-5. Paul continues his instruction about what the church must be. The Church must be on guard against false teachers who desecrate the Word of God by adding commands to what is already perfect. Adam teaches from 1 Timothy 4:1-5. Paul continues his instruction about what the church must be. The Church must be on guard against false teachers who desecrate the Word of God by adding commands to what is already perfect. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-4:1-5--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-4:1-5--pm- Sun, 04 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, bible, false Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam concludes Matthew's introduction of Jesus as the Messiah in Matt. 4:12-17. Even Jesus' movements from city to city confirmed His Messianic claims by fulfilling OT prophecy, and His spoken message announced the good news of the Messiah's arrival. Adam concludes Matthew's introduction of Jesus as the Messiah in Matt. 4:12-17. Even Jesus' movements from city to city confirmed His Messianic claims by fulfilling OT prophecy, and His spoken message announced the good news of the Messiah's arrival. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:12-17--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:12-17--am- Sun, 28 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, messiah, repent, kingdom, disciples Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Timothy 3:14-16. These verses explain why Paul wrote the letter to Timothy. They define what the Church is supposed to be, and they end with a hymn that reveals the Church's Master. Adam preaches 1 Timothy 3:14-16. These verses explain why Paul wrote the letter to Timothy. They define what the Church is supposed to be, and they end with a hymn that reveals the Church's Master. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-3:14-16--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-3:14-16--pm- Sun, 28 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT truth, jesus, church, timothy, paul Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Tim. 3:8-13, which presents qualifications for the office of deacon and deaconess. Christ designed deacons to be servant examples to the entire church, fleshing out the direction of the elders. Adam preaches 1 Tim. 3:8-13, which presents qualifications for the office of deacon and deaconess. Christ designed deacons to be servant examples to the entire church, fleshing out the direction of the elders. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-3:8-13--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-3:8-13--pm- Sun, 21 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT timothy, deacon, deaconess, character, qualification Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues through Matthew in 4:1-11. Far more than illustrating how to deal with temptation, Jesus' temptation vividly proves His claim to deity. Adam continues through Matthew in 4:1-11. Far more than illustrating how to deal with temptation, Jesus' temptation vividly proves His claim to deity. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:1-11--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-4:1-11--am- Sun, 21 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, jesus, sin, temptation, God Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues through Matthew, preaching 3:13-17. Matthew presents four marvels that announce Jesus to be the Messiah--Jesus came to be baptized, John tried to stop Him, the Spirit came from heaven, and the Father spoke. The Messiah was associated with the remnant, anointed by the Spirit, and announced by the Father. Adam continues through Matthew, preaching 3:13-17. Matthew presents four marvels that announce Jesus to be the Messiah--Jesus came to be baptized, John tried to stop Him, the Spirit came from heaven, and the Father spoke. The Messiah was associated with the remnant, anointed by the Spirit, and announced by the Father. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-3:13-17--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-3:13-17--am- Sun, 14 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, jesus, john, baptist, baptize, water, remnant, repentance Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Tim. 3:1-7. Christ clearly demands that elders meet His qualifications. His standards are high, but they must be clearly understood and insistently upheld in the Church. Adam preaches 1 Tim. 3:1-7. Christ clearly demands that elders meet His qualifications. His standards are high, but they must be clearly understood and insistently upheld in the Church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-3:1-7--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-3:1-7--pm- Sun, 14 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, elder, qualifications, blameless Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam continues in Matthew 3. Verses 1-12 present the revelation of, rebuke from, and reasons for John's ministry. John demanded true repentance in order to prepare Israel for the Messiah's coming, a demand still put on those who would receive the Messiah today. Adam continues in Matthew 3. Verses 1-12 present the revelation of, rebuke from, and reasons for John's ministry. John demanded true repentance in order to prepare Israel for the Messiah's coming, a demand still put on those who would receive the Messiah today. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-3:1-12--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-3:1-12--am- Sun, 07 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT jordan Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches 1 Tim. 2:11-15. Though not difficult to understand, this passage can be tough to apply. However, God clearly establishes roles within the Church, roles that in no way diminish equality but do establish leadership organization. Adam preaches 1 Tim. 2:11-15. Though not difficult to understand, this passage can be tough to apply. However, God clearly establishes roles within the Church, roles that in no way diminish equality but do establish leadership organization. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:11-15--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:11-15--pm- Sun, 07 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT timothy, paul, women, worhip, silence, submission Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matthew 2 in its entirety. Jesus is the Messiah, as seen from chapter 1 in His genealogy and virgin birth and now in chapter 2 in His fulfillment of prophecy. Jesus fulfills God's promises made centuries earlier--born in Bethlehem, called out of Egypt, rescued from Ramah, called a Nazarene. Adam preaches Matthew 2 in its entirety. Jesus is the Messiah, as seen from chapter 1 in His genealogy and virgin birth and now in chapter 2 in His fulfillment of prophecy. Jesus fulfills God's promises made centuries earlier--born in Bethlehem, called out of Egypt, rescued from Ramah, called a Nazarene. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-2:1-23--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-2:1-23--am- Sun, 30 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, king, magi, wise, men, prophecy, fulfill Pastor David Morris Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning David continues the series from the pastorals, preaching 1 Tim. 2:8-10. God places specific, direct requirements on both men and women in public worship. Both must come to worship with heart attitudes that result in external actions. David continues the series from the pastorals, preaching 1 Tim. 2:8-10. God places specific, direct requirements on both men and women in public worship. Both must come to worship with heart attitudes that result in external actions. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:8-10--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:8-10--pm- Sun, 30 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, prayer, men, women, modesty, clothes, worship Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches Matthew 1:18-25, the story of Christ's birth. God supernaturally used normal sinful people to bring His Divine Son into the world, fulfilling Messianic prophecy and providing the way for God's people to be saved from their sins. Adam preaches Matthew 1:18-25, the story of Christ's birth. God supernaturally used normal sinful people to bring His Divine Son into the world, fulfilling Messianic prophecy and providing the way for God's people to be saved from their sins. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-1:18-25--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-1:18-25--am- Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, jesus, mary, virgin, birth, sin, save, miracle Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam preaches from 1 Tim. 2:3-7. The reasons we should pray evangelistically are found in the character of God. Salvation is God's gracious plan that He orchestrates for His good pleasure. Adam preaches from 1 Tim. 2:3-7. The reasons we should pray evangelistically are found in the character of God. Salvation is God's gracious plan that He orchestrates for His good pleasure. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:3-7--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:3-7--pm- Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT timothy, salvation, election, mediator Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom Adam preaches the genealogy that begins Matthew's gospel. Far from being a dry and irrelevant list of names, this genealogy presents Jesus' right to the Messianic throne, highlights the wonders of God's grace to wicked sinners, and magnifies God's faithfulness to keep all His promises. Adam preaches the genealogy that begins Matthew's gospel. Far from being a dry and irrelevant list of names, this genealogy presents Jesus' right to the Messianic throne, highlights the wonders of God's grace to wicked sinners, and magnifies God's faithfulness to keep all His promises. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-1:1-17--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-1:1-17--am- Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, genealogy, jesus, christ, messiah Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam continues the series in Timothy, preaching 1 Tim. 2:1-2. God requires corporate, evangelistic prayer from the Church for all people and especially for the government, the results of which are both external and internal. Adam continues the series in Timothy, preaching 1 Tim. 2:1-2. God requires corporate, evangelistic prayer from the Church for all people and especially for the government, the results of which are both external and internal. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:1-2--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-2:1-2--pm- Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT timothy, prayer, government Pastor Adam Bailie Matthew: Life in the Kingdom On our first official Sunday morning worship service, Adam preaches Matt. 28:16-20. Christ presents His authority over all the earth and His plan for the Church to make disciples from every people group in the world. He demands that people follow Him as His disciples, and then those believers must intentionally go to make other obedient disciples. On our first official Sunday morning worship service, Adam preaches Matt. 28:16-20. Christ presents His authority over all the earth and His plan for the Church to make disciples from every people group in the world. He demands that people follow Him as His disciples, and then those believers must intentionally go to make other obedient disciples. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-28:16-20--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/matthew-28:16-20--pm- Sun, 09 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT authority, lordship, gospel, commission, great, christ, jesus, matthew Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam continues a series in the Pastoral Epistles. After examining the damning work of the Law, Paul now extols the glories of God's grace. He praises the triumph of grace seen in his own conversion and exalts the work and character of Jesus Christ. Adam continues a series in the Pastoral Epistles. After examining the damning work of the Law, Paul now extols the glories of God's grace. He praises the triumph of grace seen in his own conversion and exalts the work and character of Jesus Christ. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:1-17--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:1-17--pm- Sun, 02 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, grace, salvation, jesus, christ, praise, chief, sinners Daniel Gillespie Guest speaker Daniel Gillespie preaches a hard-hitting message on John 12:1-11. This passage elevates, not Mary as an example of worship, but Jesus as the One worthy of extravagant worship. While some view sacrificial worship of Christ a waste, the true believer recognizes the value of Christ and responds with whole-hearted worship. Guest speaker Daniel Gillespie preaches a hard-hitting message on John 12:1-11. This passage elevates, not Mary as an example of worship, but Jesus as the One worthy of extravagant worship. While some view sacrificial worship of Christ a waste, the true believer recognizes the value of Christ and responds with whole-hearted worship. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/wasteful-worship http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/wasteful-worship Sun, 26 Aug 2007 12:00:00 EDT john, mary, worship, sacrifice, giving, time, money, waste Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning This second message from 1 Timothy continues Paul's confrontation of false teachers. He encourages a thoroughly Christian persepective and use of the Law while magnifying the glorious Gospel. This second message from 1 Timothy continues Paul's confrontation of false teachers. He encourages a thoroughly Christian persepective and use of the Law while magnifying the glorious Gospel. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:8-11--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:8-11--pm- Sun, 19 Aug 2007 12:00:00 EDT paul, timothy, law, false, teachers Pastor Adam Bailie Pastoral Epistles: Loving, Leading, Learning Adam begins a series in the pastoral epistles, three letters written to young pastors that are full of application for our church. In his opening, Paul presents the high priority of defending the flock from error and guarding the truth revealed in God's Word. In verses 1-7, Paul exposes the content of false teaching and the motives of false teachers, both of which should cause the young elder Timothy great concern. Adam begins a series in the pastoral epistles, three letters written to young pastors that are full of application for our church. In his opening, Paul presents the high priority of defending the flock from error and guarding the truth revealed in God's Word. In verses 1-7, Paul exposes the content of false teaching and the motives of false teachers, both of which should cause the young elder Timothy great concern. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:1--pm- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/1-timothy-1:1--pm- Sun, 12 Aug 2007 12:00:00 EDT timothy, elder, truth, false, teaching, motives, love Pastor Adam Bailie Adam presents an overview of the entire book of Ruth, a story of God's providence in providing for His people. He calls us to trust the God who is just as sovereign today as He was for Ruth and who continually makes all things work together for His people's good. Adam presents an overview of the entire book of Ruth, a story of God's providence in providing for His people. He calls us to trust the God who is just as sovereign today as He was for Ruth and who continually makes all things work together for His people's good. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/a-survey-of-ruth http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/a-survey-of-ruth Sun, 05 Aug 2007 12:00:00 EDT ruth, redeemer, sovereign, providence, faithful, suffering Pastor David Morris Foundations for the Church David preaches from the classic chapter on love, 1 Corinthians 13, as the necessary foundation for our church. Love should be the context we use our gifts in, and the standard is the biblical love Paul describes so eloquently throughout the chapter. David preaches from the classic chapter on love, 1 Corinthians 13, as the necessary foundation for our church. Love should be the context we use our gifts in, and the standard is the biblical love Paul describes so eloquently throughout the chapter. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/a-more-excellent-way http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/a-more-excellent-way Sun, 29 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT 1 corinthians 13, love, church, foundation, spiritual, gifts, maturity Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam presents the need to examine spiritual maturity closely. The church must be able to speak the truth in love and build itself up if it is ever to mature as a body. Adam presents the need to examine spiritual maturity closely. The church must be able to speak the truth in love and build itself up if it is ever to mature as a body. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-4- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-4- Sun, 22 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT ephesians, love, maturity, growth Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam preaches the 3rd message in a foundational series studying God's plan to begin, grow, and establish the Church. In this message, he proclaims God's plan for leadership in the church. Adam preaches the 3rd message in a foundational series studying God's plan to begin, grow, and establish the Church. In this message, he proclaims God's plan for leadership in the church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-3- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-3- Sun, 15 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT church, ephesians, elders, apostles, leadership Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam preaches Acts 2:42-47, the beginning of the church at Pentacost. The powerful presence of the Spirit marks the first Christians and provides a powerful benchmark for every church to observe and pursue. Adam preaches Acts 2:42-47, the beginning of the church at Pentacost. The powerful presence of the Spirit marks the first Christians and provides a powerful benchmark for every church to observe and pursue. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-2- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-2- Sun, 08 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT acts, holy spirit, pentacost, church Pastor Adam Bailie Foundations for the Church Adam preaches Matt. 16:13-20, the very first mention of the Church in the New Testament and from Jesus. The person of Christ rightly grasped, as Peter did and evidenced in his magnificent confession, stands as the unshakeable support of the church. Adam preaches Matt. 16:13-20, the very first mention of the Church in the New Testament and from Jesus. The person of Christ rightly grasped, as Peter did and evidenced in his magnificent confession, stands as the unshakeable support of the church. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-1- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/the-church--part-1- Sun, 01 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT matthew, church, peter, rock, confession Pastor David Morris David preaches Joel 2:18-3:31. God promises specific restoration blessings for His repentant people. David preaches Joel 2:18-3:31. God promises specific restoration blessings for His repentant people. http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/restoration-blessings--am- http://www.graceofthevalley.org/sermons/sermon/restoration-blessings--am- Wed, 30 Nov -0001 12:00:00 EST joel, minor, prophets, restore, locusts, day, lord, decision, multitudes