Living Grace Church

Join us as we dive into James 5:7-12, where James reminds us to be patient in our faith, just like a farmer patiently waits for his crops to grow before harvesting them. He also warns us against grumbling and complaining about each other, emphasizing the importance of speaking truthfully and letting our "yes" be yes and our "no" be no. Ultimately, James encourages us to trust in God's timing and justice and to live our lives in a way that reflects our faith.

In this week's sermon podcast, we'll be exploring James 4:11-17. James challenges us to examine our attitudes towards others and our own plans for the future. What do we do with judging others? Are we supposed to judge? Additionally, James encourages us to submit ourselves to God's will and to seek His guidance in all that we do. This means surrendering our own desires and ambitions to God, trusting that He knows what is best for us. Through this sermon podcast, we hope to encourage listeners to live a life of humility, love, and submission to God's will. Join us as we explore this powerful passage from James and seek to apply its wisdom to our daily lives.

In James 4:1-10, the author challenges us to confront our sinful nature and to submit ourselves to God in humility. Despite this difficult message, there is hope and encouragement to be found in the abundant grace that God offers to all who seek it. Through this passage, we learn how to resist the temptations of the world and draw near to God in repentance and faith. This sermon explores the theme of God's grace and the importance of humility and submission in our relationship with Him, inspiring us to experience the fullness of His love and mercy in our lives.

Join us for this week's sermon, "Wisdom from Above," as we explore James 3:13-18 and its message about the connection between wisdom and meekness. If we understand who God is in comparison to us, it should cause us to live lives of wisdom, not envy or selfish ambition.

Welcome to "Watch Your Mouth," a reflection on James 3:1-12. James urges us to recognize our words' power and use them with care and intention. Our tongues have the ability to build up or tear down, to bless or curse. As followers of Christ, we are called to use our words to build up and encourage others, rather than to harm and destroy. James reminds us that no human being can tame the tongue, but with God's help, we can learn to control our speech and use it for good. Let us watch our mouths and ask God to give us the wisdom and discernment to use our words for His glory and the benefit of others.

Are good works necessary for our faith? Join us as we delve into James 2:14-26 and discover the importance of good works in our Christian walk. James challenges us to examine our motivation for showing good works, reminding us that faith without works is dead. We must not only believe in Christ, but also demonstrate our faith through our actions. What good works can we show in our lives? How can we use our gifts and resources to serve and bless others? Let us reflect on our lives and ask God to show us ways to actively demonstrate our faith through good works.

Join us as we explore what it means to live the "Kingdom Life" in James 2:1-13. James reminds us that as followers of Christ, we must not show partiality or favoritism to anyone based on their outward appearance or status. Instead, we are called to love and show mercy to all, just as Christ loved and showed mercy to us. Living the "Kingdom Life" means that we must not only believe in Jesus as our Savior, but also actively follow His example in our daily lives. We must do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. Let us strive to live out our faith by showing mercy and love to all, as we seek to reflect the Kingdom of God in our words and actions.

Let us reflect on James 1:19-27 and what it means to truly live as a follower of Jesus. James urges us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger. We must also put aside any filthiness and wickedness and humbly receive the Word of God, allowing it to transform our hearts and actions. James reminds us that simply calling Jesus "Lord" is not enough to be saved, but it is through living out our faith that we demonstrate our true commitment to Christ. May we strive to live out our faith in both our words and actions, reflecting the love and grace of our Savior.

Join us as we dive into James 1:12-18 and explore the source of sin. Is it the people around us? Is it us? Is it the devil? In these verses, James reminds us that God does not tempt us to sin; instead, our desires lead us astray. However, we can resist temptation and receive the crown of life by remaining faithful to God. Let us reflect on our actions and motivations and turn to God for strength to overcome temptation and pursue righteousness.

Join us as we delve into the book of James and explore the relationship between trials, temptations, and true saving faith. The world today is filled with challenges and hardships, but with the guidance of James, we can learn how to find joy and purpose in the midst of them. By carefully examining the text, we will gain insight into how our faith is tested and revealed. This sermon series will help us determine whether or not we truly have saving faith, and if not, how to acquire it. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of faith and how to live it out today.

Join us as we delve into the book of James and explore the relationship between trials, temptations, and true saving faith. The world today is filled with challenges and hardships, but with the guidance of James, we can learn how to find joy and purpose in the midst of them. By carefully examining the text, we will gain insight into how our faith is tested and revealed. This sermon series will help us determine whether or not we truly have saving faith, and if not, how to acquire it. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of faith and how to live it out today.

Join us for a journey as we explore the biblical foundations of Christian expectation and anticipation for the return of Jesus. Through revisiting the Garden of Eden, the annunciation to Mary, and the birth of Jesus, we will gain a deeper understanding of how these foundational stories shape our understanding of what it means to be a Christian. By gaining a more profound understanding of these events, we can better align ourselves with the purpose for which Christ died for us. Take advantage of this opportunity to deepen your faith and understanding of the Christian journey.

Join us for a journey as we explore the biblical foundations of Christian expectation and anticipation for the return of Jesus. Through revisiting the Garden of Eden, the annunciation to Mary, and the birth of Jesus, we will gain a deeper understanding of how these foundational stories shape our understanding of what it means to be a Christian. By gaining a more profound understanding of these events, we can better align ourselves with the purpose for which Christ died for us. Take advantage of this opportunity to deepen your faith and understanding of the Christian journey.

Join us for a journey as we explore the biblical foundations of Christian expectation and anticipation for the return of Jesus. Through revisiting the Garden of Eden, the annunciation to Mary, and the birth of Jesus, we will gain a deeper understanding of how these foundational stories shape our understanding of what it means to be a Christian. By gaining a more profound understanding of these events, we can better align ourselves with the purpose for which Christ died for us. Take advantage of this opportunity to deepen your faith and understanding of the Christian journey.

Do you struggle with pride? Are you a humble person? What is your motivation for dying to yourself? Join us as we continue our series through Philippians. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 11/06/2022

Is Christianity a bunch of rules? Is there more to it than culture says about it? Join us as we continue our series through Philippians. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 10/30/2022

Where does your joy come from? How are you when the world comes crashing around you? Are you steady? Join us as we dive through Philippians and see where our joy should emerge from.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 10/23/2022

As we finish our last sermon in Colossians we get to see which way of life Paul was imploring the church in Colossae to live.  Speaker: Jim Burns Date: 10/16/2022

Paul calls us to set our minds on things above. What does this mean? How do we do it?  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 10/09/2022

Because of our identity in Christ, we are to be thankful people. How do we do so? Join us as we see what Paul has laid for us in this letter. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 10/02/2022

Who is Christ in your life? Do you live in submission to Him or in rebellion? Do you hold your world together or do you trust it to Him? Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 9/25/222

The believers in Colossae were known for their love, but how did they love so well? What was their motivation?  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 9/18/222

What does it mean to actually be the church? How should we be individually and how should we be corporately? This week we look at the churches in Galatia and see what Paul was telling them and then how we can apply it to our lives.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 9/11/222

As we continue on our journey to be the church Christ intends for us to be, we start a new series looking at what it means to actually be the church. How should we be individually and how should we be corporately?  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 9/04/222

What does it mean that God is holy? How should His holiness affect the way we see all of His other attributes? How should we live in light of His holiness? Join us as we continue this series understanding the God we serve. Speaker: Dr. Brandon Holiski Date: 8/28/222

What does it mean that God is patient? How should His patience affect the way we live and are patient towards those around us? Join us as we continue this series of understanding the God above. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 8/21/222

What does it mean that God is merciful? How should His mercy affect the way we live? Join us as we continue this series understanding the God we serve.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 8/14/222

What does it mean that God is Love? Does this mean that He just loves? Could it mean more than we realize? If God is love, what does it mean for our daily walks? Join us as we study one of the most popular attributes of God.  Speaker: Josh Gosney Date: 8/07/222

What does it mean that God is Omnipresent? If He is everywhere at all times, all at once, what does that mean for us? May this message encourage you to live in light of God's omnipresence.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 7/31/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how God is omniscient. If He knows all, then we can confess our sins. We can find freedom in Him knowing our sins and we can rejoice He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 7/24/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how God is omnipotent, meaning, all-powerful. Because He is omnipotent, we can suffer well, you can suffer well.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 7/17/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how God is glorious and how He alone deserves the glory. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 7/10/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how God is completely sovereign over everything.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 7/3/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how God is self-sufficient and self-existent.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 6/26/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how God is our good Father.  Speaker: Ken Merrifield Date: 6/19/2022

Join us for our series "God Is..." as we're looking at who God is. Because the more you understand who God is, the more you will understand your place in this world and your purpose in it. This week we look at how we can be fully devoted to the Lord because of how faithful He is to us and to Himself.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 6/12/2022

Join us for our series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, and what habits defined His life? Deep within us is this lie that if we arrive at a certain place in our life, then we can slow down. But thats not the case is it? We reach and attain only to push further. This week we learn why we can slow down, stop, rest, and enjoy all that God has given us.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 6/5/2022

Join us for our series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, and what habits defined His life? Living a simple life isn't what most people think. Journey with us in figuring out where the postures of our hearts should be in this world.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 5/29/2022

Join us for our series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, and what habits defined His life? What did Jesus do in between His ministry and being a kid? What kind of life did He live?  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 5/22/2022 *The front part of the sermon didn't record. Sorry about that. 

Join us for our series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, and what habits defined His life? What did it mean that the Spirit led Jesus to the wilderness? How do we make no provisions for the flesh? Have we been starving ourselves spiritually? Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 5/15/2022

Join us for our series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, what habits defined His life? Why did Jesus pray and how can we pray like Him? What should prayer look like in our lives and are we truly praying?  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 5/08/2022

Join us for our new series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, what habits defined His life? Fasting usually comes with a lot of rules, but when we look at fasting biblically, it's not that complicated. Join us as we learn why fasting should and can be a part of our lives. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 5/01/2022

Join us for our new series "The Way of Jesus." We're looking at the life Jesus lived when no one was looking. How was He able to do all that He did? What disciplines did He have in place, what habits defined His life? Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 4/24/2022

Join us for the final sermon in our series "Our Jesus" as we look to the last days of Jesus before his death, burial and resurrection. Most people spend their last days selfishly, but not Jesus. We see Him comforting His disciples, praying for them and us, and then going to trial and be wrongly executed. Through His death, death has lost its sting and we can now life the life Christ intended for us to live.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 4/17/2022

Join us in our series "Our Jesus" as we look to the last days of Jesus before his death, burial and resurrection. Most people spend their last days selfishly, but not Jesus. We see Him comforting His disciples, praying for them and us, and then going to trial and be wrongly executed. Speaker: Ken Merrifield Date: 4/10/2022

Join us in our new series "Our Jesus" as we look to the last days of Jesus before his death, burial and resurrection. Most people spend their last days selfishly, but not Jesus. We see Him comforting His disciples, praying for them and us, and then going to trial and be wrongly executed.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 4/3/2022

Join us in our new series "This House" as we look towards where we are headed as a church. Where does compassion for those in need come from? Why do we give of our time and money? What would our church look like if we truly counted everything as loss for the cause of Christ, for Christ.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 3/27/2022

Join us in our new series "This House" as we look towards where we are headed as a church. Why do we meet in house churches? Why is community needed?  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 3/20/2022

Join us in our new series "This House" as we look towards where we are headed as a church. We will discuss why we gather as a church. What did Jesus intend for His church to look like? Join us as we dive into the scriptures. Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 3/13/2022 *We had some minor audio issues with this one. 

Join us in our new series "This House" as we look towards where we are headed as a church. We will discuss what it means to "Enjoy God" and what a life fully satisfied in God is supposed to look like.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 3/6/2022

Join us in our new series "This House" as we look towards where we are headed as a church. This week is about what it means to be a disciple-making disciple.  Speaker: Kai Ordonio Date: 2/27/2022