Center Grace Church Podcast

Following Love - 10/22/2023 sermon

Text: John 13:1-17
Preacher: Derek Baker

Why do churches disagree over LGBTQ issues? How do we love our gay and trans neighbors? - Ask Us Anything

Matt, Nathaniel and Derek discuss the complexity of applying the biblical teaching of sex to our cultural moments. They explore how Scripture gives us clarity around this issue, but how Christians need to apply this teaching in a nuanced and comprehensive way due to all of the different presuppositions others may have. They then discuss why some churches have abandoned biblical teaching and how we can intentionally love our gay and trans neighbors even if we have disagreements.

The Reality of Suffering - 10/16/2023 sermon

Text:  2 Corinthians 4:7-18
Preacher: Nathaniel Lee

Should Christians sue? What does Paul mean when he says he seeks to ”attain resurrection”? J-Curve personal examples - Ask Us Anything

This week Pastor Derek & Pastor Nathaniel sit down with Matt to give some personal examples of "J-Curves" in their lives. They then discuss what Paul likely meant when he said he was trying to "attain resurrection". They end with a discussion on whether or not Christians should sue one another or those outside the church.

A Whole Life Of Repentance -10/8/2023 sermon

Text: Colossians 3:1-7
Preacher: Derek Baker

The Prosperity Gospel and Generational Blessings and Curses - Ask Us Anything

This week Pastor Derek joins Matt to discuss how the "J curve" stands opposed to the Prosperity Gospel. Pastor Derek also explains how to interpret scriptures relating to generational blessings or curses and how we sometimes need to "Kill the Grandpa in our bones"

Recognizing and Embracing Everyday J-Curves - 10/1/2023 sermon

Text: Philippians 3:1-12Preacher: Derek Baker

Is “Accepting Jesus into your Heart” Biblical? Did Jesus have long hair? Does Jesus sleep now in Heaven? - Ask Us Anything

This week Nathaniel and Matt discuss the following:
Did Jesus have long hair?Does Jesus sleep now that He is in Heaven?Is “accepting Jesus into your heart” biblical? A reaction to David PlattThoughts on altar calls.How do you shepherd a new believer?
David Platt video can be found on youtube:
https://youtu.be/JPhEEzjU8xQ?feature=shared

A New Way to be Human - 9/24/2023 sermon

Text: Philippians 3:8-12Preacher: Nathaniel Lee

Boasting at work, FPC connection, and Who should take the Lord’s Supper? - Ask Us Anything

Today Matt, Derek and Nathaniel discuss three topics: 1. How we can live out Paul’s teaching on boasting when we are required to highlight our work during performance reviews. 2. What is our history and relationship with FPC Ipswich? 3. Who should take the Lords Supper?