Sermons
Sermons + 'Scripts
The Empty Tomb: Does It Necessitate Resurrection?
We consider the empty tomb in light of two strong indicators of resurrection: pre-crucifixion prophecies and post-death appearances. In doing so, we also consider why the disciples didn’t immediately conclude that a resurrection had taken place.
Empty Tomb Alternatives: Wrong Turns, Wily Thieves, and Wild Trips
Part detective, part defense attorney, we tackle remaining theories that challenge the resurrection of Jesus, including the stolen body, wrong tomb, and hallucination theories.
Empty Tomb Alternatives: What If Jesus Didn’t Die?
Some discount the resurrection by attacking the core necessities, challenging that there was no resurrection … because there was no death. We answer the challenge with Scriptural, historical, and even medical evidence that leads to compelling conclusions about the body of Christ.
Chronological Credibility: The True Testimonies of the Resurrection
This presentation of the Gospel narratives (complete with visual aids and audience assistance!) helps us understand why each writer records exactly what he does.
The Dilemma of Different Reports
As we review all four Gospel narratives about the resurrection of Jesus, something seems amiss. How should we react to the potentially troubling testimony?
Necessary Doctrine, Necessary Death
We resume our Oracles series with an introduction to the fifth elementary principle: the resurrection from the dead.
Growth, Goals, and the Odd Pattern of Church Decline in America
Pastor Michael considers the future of GraceLife, both individually and within its larger cultural and national context.
The Church Is Weak … The Outlook Is Good
A look to the future of GraceLife Church in consideration of our past 120 years.