Sermons
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Creation, Corruption, and Consummation: How They Inform Children’s Ministry
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.
VBS Celebration: Sailing the Seven Cs
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.
Laying On of Hands: For What Purpose? Conferring Blessing
On Father’s Day, we consider the first instance of laying on of hands in Scripture: the conferring of blessing upon children.
Laying On of Hands: Why Study It?
Admittedly—this one seems like an odd fit. What is “laying on of hands” doing in this list of otherwise expected foundational topics? Our introduction to this elementary principle focuses on 3 key reasons to take this topic seriously.
Our Map at the Midpoint: Paths and Patterns of the Elementary Principles of the Oracles of God
We’ve traveled halfway there. Do we change course, catch up, or keep going? These are the choices as we consider multiple frameworks for understanding our continued journey through the six elementary principles discussed in Hebrews.
Baptism Reservations, Part 2: Personal Objections
We conclude our series on baptisms by addressing four personal objections to baptism.
Baptism Reservations, Part 1: Theological Objections
In our next-to-last sermon on baptisms, we address uncertainties related to whether one should be baptized and its requirement for church membership.
Explaining Baptism to Children
As we celebrate Mother’s Day and a Child Dedication Sunday, we consider questions about baptism and children—questions like When should a child be baptized? How can I explain baptism in ways a child understands? How will I know my child is ready to be baptized?