Grace alone. Faith alone. Christ alone.
Five terms for which free grace theologians must be able to explain the philosophy, theology, and context lest they reduce their ministry to the talking points or pet positions of others.
Clarity in Philosophy: The Importance of Language Read More »
There’s only one way to honor a foundation, and it’s the job of those who understand the gospel to do just that. This sermon covers the second of four principles for pastoring a free grace church.
Building Upon the Foundation Read More »
Reflecting upon his four-year anniversary, Pastor Michael shares with the church for the first time his initial thoughts about accepting the role. This week covers the first of four guiding principles for pastoring a free grace church.
Celebrating What We’re For, Not What We’re Against Read More »
We conclude our Laying On of Hands subseries with an ordination service, installing new deacons.
As we near the conclusion to the topic of laying on of hands, we learn 7 reasons to not rush the process.
Laying On of Hands: Guidelines and Principles—Exercise with Caution Read More »
Voluntary or directed? Who has the authority or power? These are questions we’ll answer as we consider the guidelines for this practice in light of apostolic succession.
Laying On of Hands: Guidelines and Principles—Who May Lay on Hands? Read More »
Laying on of hands as a public act of ordination or commissioning acknowledges four key areas, revealed in both Old and New Testaments.
Laying On of Hands: For What Purpose? Commissioning/Ordaining Read More »
Laying on of hands was an integral part to Israel’s participation in the law. The ancient practice teaches us about the important doctrine of substitution.
Laying On of Hands: For What Purpose? Guilt & Substitution Read More »
As we conclude our Vacation Bible School, Pastor Michael uses the anchor points of history to expound upon a Christian worldview of children and how we approach children’s ministry at GraceLife.
Creation, Corruption, and Consummation: How They Inform Children’s Ministry Read More »
We look at the story of Scripture as told through 7 C words (creation, corruption, catastrophe, confusion, Christ, cross, and consummation), explored in this week’s Vacation Bible School.
VBS Celebration: Sailing the Seven Cs Read More »