https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com no en-us ℗ & © 2026 Grace Church Abu Dhabi Sermons from Grace Church Abu Dhabi Grace Church Abu Dhabi Grace Church Abu Dhabi Sermons Grace Church Abu Dhabi Sermons info@gracechurchabudhabi.com God Demands Our Love https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-09/god-demands-our-love God demands that we love Him with our all and more than all, because He is the only one worthy of such love. God demands that we love Him with our all and more than all, because He is the only one worthy of such love. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-09/539/god-demands-our-love Sat, 9 May 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Covenant Basics https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-02/covenant-basics The passage is the beginning of Moses' second sermon to the people of Israel across the Jordan. Moses begins to set the Law before the people of Israel to teach them its statues and rules that they might learn them, keep them, and thereby enjoy long life in the Promised Land. Moses' begins his sermon with a reminder of the basics of the covenant made at Horeb, the Ten Commandments. While the upcoming generation will prove faithful and enter the land to possess it, ultimately the text points us to the better mediatior, Jesus Christ, and his better covenant, the New Covenant! Only through jesus and the New Covenant in His blood are we promised and assured eternal life in the presence of God. The passage is the beginning of Moses' second sermon to the people of Israel across the Jordan. Moses begins to set the Law before the people of Israel to teach them its statues and rules that they might learn them, keep them, and thereby enjoy long life in the Promised Land. Moses' begins his sermon with a reminder of the basics of the covenant made at Horeb, the Ten Commandments. While the upcoming generation will prove faithful and enter the land to possess it, ultimately the text points us to the better mediatior, Jesus Christ, and his better covenant, the New Covenant! Only through jesus and the New Covenant in His blood are we promised and assured eternal life in the presence of God. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-02/538/covenant-basics Sat, 2 May 2026 11:30:00 +0400 The Death of Idolatry https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-25/the-death-of-idolatry God is jealous for His glory and our good, and so He ensures no competitors in the hearts of His people. God is jealous for His glory and our good, and so He ensures no competitors in the hearts of His people. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-25/537/the-death-of-idolatry Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Behold the Kindness and Severity of God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-18/behold-the-kindness-and-severity-of-god God is severe toward the unrepentant, and He is kind toward the repentant because of the cross of Christ. Looking back at that past grace fuels our faith that God will be kind to us in the future. God is severe toward the unrepentant, and He is kind toward the repentant because of the cross of Christ. Looking back at that past grace fuels our faith that God will be kind to us in the future. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-18/536/behold-the-kindness-and-severity-of-god Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0400 "Only by Trust Will You Take the Land" https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-11/-only-by-trust-will-you-take-the-land At the root of the rebellion that keeps us from the Promised Land is unbelief. At the root of the rebellion that keeps us from the Promised Land is unbelief. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-11/535/-only-by-trust-will-you-take-the-land Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Never Hunger Again https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-04/never-hunger-again Jesus will not fail in securing the satisfaction of our deepest longings in Himself. Jesus will not fail in securing the satisfaction of our deepest longings in Himself. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-04/534/never-hunger-again Sat, 4 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Necessary Sufferings https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-28/necessary-sufferings In His first prophecy of his imminent death and reserrection in Jerusalem, Jesus makes plain that his path as the Christ will not match the hopes of the crowds or the expectation of the disciples. But Jesus makes plain that His disciples will not only believe in His sufferings for their salvation and eternal glory, but also follow Him on a similar path to glory that passes through suffering. In His first prophecy of his imminent death and reserrection in Jerusalem, Jesus makes plain that his path as the Christ will not match the hopes of the crowds or the expectation of the disciples. But Jesus makes plain that His disciples will not only believe in His sufferings for their salvation and eternal glory, but also follow Him on a similar path to glory that passes through suffering. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-28/533/necessary-sufferings Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0400 How to Be Filled with the Fullness of God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-21/how-to-be-filled-with-the-fullness-of-god Knowing the fully-unknowable love of Christ is how God fills us with all His fullness. Knowing the fully-unknowable love of Christ is how God fills us with all His fullness. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-21/532/how-to-be-filled-with-the-fullness-of-god Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Crucified into New Creation https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-14/crucified-into-new-creation We die to this world when we come to the cross of Christ, but the cross makes us new. We die to this world when we come to the cross of Christ, but the cross makes us new. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-14/531/crucified-into-new-creation Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Your Glory Guaranteed https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-07/your-glory-guaranteed Held by the love of Jesus our guaranteed hope is that everything moves us toward future glory. Held by the love of Jesus our guaranteed hope is that everything moves us toward future glory. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-07/530/your-glory-guaranteed Sat, 7 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Called to Serve https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-21/called-to-serve This sermon explores the urgency of serving others based on Galatians 6: 6-10, emphasizing the importance of love as the driving force behind selfless service and highlighting the transformative power of God's grace in fulfilling our highest calling-to bring glory to the One Who is worthy of all praise, honor, and adoration. This sermon explores the urgency of serving others based on Galatians 6: 6-10, emphasizing the importance of love as the driving force behind selfless service and highlighting the transformative power of God's grace in fulfilling our highest calling-to bring glory to the One Who is worthy of all praise, honor, and adoration. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-21/529/called-to-serve Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Love Lifts Another's Load https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-14/love-lifts-anothers-load When we bear the burdens of others we increase our confidence for the Day of Christ. When we bear the burdens of others we increase our confidence for the Day of Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-14/528/love-lifts-anothers-load Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0400 How to Walk by the Spirit https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-07/-how-to-walk-by-the-spirit Christians have power by the Holy Spirit to bear lasting fruit for God. Christians have power by the Holy Spirit to bear lasting fruit for God. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-07/527/-how-to-walk-by-the-spirit Sat, 7 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0400 By Scandal Set Free https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-31/by-scandal-set-free The cross offends our pride but sets us free. The cross offends our pride but sets us free. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-31/526/by-scandal-set-free Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Stand Firm in Freedom https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-24/stand-firm-in-freedom In Galatians 5:1-6, Paul issues an urgent warning: the freedom Christ won for us under attack. The danger isn't obvious-it looks like being more faithful, more religious. But adding anything to Christ means losing everything. This week we'll see what it means to stand firm in gospel freedom and resist the slavery of self-justification. In Galatians 5:1-6, Paul issues an urgent warning: the freedom Christ won for us under attack. The danger isn't obvious-it looks like being more faithful, more religious. But adding anything to Christ means losing everything. This week we'll see what it means to stand firm in gospel freedom and resist the slavery of self-justification. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-24/525/stand-firm-in-freedom Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Hagar, Sinai, Slavery, and You https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-17/hagar-sinai-slavery-and-you Self-reliance is slavery. Freedom is found in relying on God as the Giver of every good. Self-reliance is slavery. Freedom is found in relying on God as the Giver of every good. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-17/524/hagar-sinai-slavery-and-you Sat, 17 Jan 2026 11:30:00 +0400 The Fatal Flattery of False Ministry https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-10/the-fatal-flattery-of-false-ministry A ministry that tells people what they want to hear is both using them and shutting them out of the kingdom of God. A ministry that tells people what they want to hear is both using them and shutting them out of the kingdom of God. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-10/523/the-fatal-flattery-of-false-ministry Sat, 10 Jan 2026 11:30:00 +0400 The Kind of Praying God Rewards https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-03/the-kind-of-praying-god-rewards Jesus teaches us the kind of praying God rewards. Jesus teaches us the kind of praying God rewards. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-03/522/the-kind-of-praying-god-rewards Sat, 3 Jan 2026 11:30:00 +0400 Jesus, Scripture, and our Joy https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-27/jesus-scripture-and-our-joy Jesus is both our perfect example of devotion to Scripture and the fulfiller of Scripture for our eternal joy. Jesus is both our perfect example of devotion to Scripture and the fulfiller of Scripture for our eternal joy. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-27/521/jesus-scripture-and-our-joy Sat, 27 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Only Holy and Lowly Can Save https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-20/only-holy-and-lowly-can-save The Magnitude and meekness of Jesus together is what saves us. Luke 2:1–21 The Magnitude and meekness of Jesus together is what saves us. Luke 2:1–21 https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-20/520/only-holy-and-lowly-can-save Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0400 God breaks the Silence and Keeps His Promises in Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-13/god-breaks-the-silence-and-keeps-his-promises-in-christ After centuries of waiting, God breaks His silence not with spectacle but with mercy, promise, and salvation. In Zechariah’s song, we see that God keeps His covenant, rescues His people to become worshipers, and sends witnesses to point the world to Christ. After centuries of waiting, God breaks His silence not with spectacle but with mercy, promise, and salvation. In Zechariah’s song, we see that God keeps His covenant, rescues His people to become worshipers, and sends witnesses to point the world to Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-13/519/god-breaks-the-silence-and-keeps-his-promises-in-christ Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Christmas and the Upending of All Things https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-06/christmas-and-the-upending-of-all-things What is the blessedness of Mary? And how will Jesus turn this world upside down? What is the blessedness of Mary? And how will Jesus turn this world upside down? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-06/518/christmas-and-the-upending-of-all-things Sat, 6 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Jesus, the Holy King https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-29/jesus-the-holy-king Gabriel announces that Mary’s child will rule the world. Gabriel announces that Mary’s child will rule the world. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-29/517/jesus-the-holy-king Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:30:00 +0400 From Slaves to Sons: Freedom in Christ Alone https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-22/from-slaves-to-sons-freedom-in-christ-alone Looking at Paul's teaching that the true freedom comes not from self-rule or performance, but from Christ's children redemption, our adoption as God's children, and the Spirit's witness that we are fully known and loved. Looking at Paul's teaching that the true freedom comes not from self-rule or performance, but from Christ's children redemption, our adoption as God's children, and the Spirit's witness that we are fully known and loved. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-22/516/from-slaves-to-sons-freedom-in-christ-alone Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Law for Sons of God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-15/the-law-for-sons-of-god Christians are not under the Law. So how do we relate to it? Christians are not under the Law. So how do we relate to it? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-15/515/the-law-for-sons-of-god Sat, 15 Nov 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Abraham's Blessing and the Law https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-08/abrahams-blessing-and-the-law The Law is not opposed to God's promises of grace - it leads us to receive them. The Law is not opposed to God's promises of grace - it leads us to receive them. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-08/514/abrahams-blessing-and-the-law Sat, 8 Nov 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Curse Transfer https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-01/-the-curse-transfer Jesus becomes our curse, and the blessing of Abraham is poured out. Jesus becomes our curse, and the blessing of Abraham is poured out. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-01/513/-the-curse-transfer Sat, 1 Nov 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The True Children of Abraham https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-25/the-true-children-of-abraham Paul argues that true children of Abraham are not so because of DNA or cultural traditions, but through faith. This gospel truth is not simply a New Testament reality, but indeed something that the Scripture itself proclaimed, even in Genesis. This is especially good news to those whom God calls to himself and saves from non-Christian backgrounds, like Abraham who came from a family of idol worshipers. Paul argues that true children of Abraham are not so because of DNA or cultural traditions, but through faith. This gospel truth is not simply a New Testament reality, but indeed something that the Scripture itself proclaimed, even in Genesis. This is especially good news to those whom God calls to himself and saves from non-Christian backgrounds, like Abraham who came from a family of idol worshipers. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-25/512/the-true-children-of-abraham Sat, 25 Oct 2025 11:30:00 +0400 If You Want the Spirit, Hear With Faith https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-18/if-you-want-the-spirit-hear-with-faith Paul tells us the way God intends to continue filling us with the Holy Spirit. Paul tells us the way God intends to continue filling us with the Holy Spirit. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-18/511/if-you-want-the-spirit-hear-with-faith Sat, 18 Oct 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Does Jesus Make My Sin Worse? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-11/does-jesus-make-my-sin-worse Leaving the law doesn’t make you lawless if Christ empowers your life by faith. Leaving the law doesn’t make you lawless if Christ empowers your life by faith. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-11/510/does-jesus-make-my-sin-worse Sat, 11 Oct 2025 11:30:00 +0400 By Works of the Law No One Will Be Justified https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-04/-by-works-of-the-law-no-one-will-be-justified "By Works of the Law No One Will Be Justified" "By Works of the Law No One Will Be Justified" https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-04/509/-by-works-of-the-law-no-one-will-be-justified Sat, 4 Oct 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Standing Firm on the True Gospel https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-27/standing-firm-on-the-true-gospel Paul defended the grace-alone gospel against false teachers and the affirmation of that gospel by the Jerusalem apostles. Together they show us the need to guard the purity of the gospel, embrace unity for mission, and let the gospel overflow in compassion and care. Paul defended the grace-alone gospel against false teachers and the affirmation of that gospel by the Jerusalem apostles. Together they show us the need to guard the purity of the gospel, embrace unity for mission, and let the gospel overflow in compassion and care. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-27/508/standing-firm-on-the-true-gospel Sat, 27 Sep 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Gospel is Not Man's Gospel https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-20/the-gospel-is-not-mans-gospel Paul didn’t receive his message of salvation from men, which is why it is the only proposal for salvation completely of grace. Paul didn’t receive his message of salvation from men, which is why it is the only proposal for salvation completely of grace. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-20/507/the-gospel-is-not-mans-gospel Sat, 20 Sep 2025 11:30:00 +0400 All Grace or No Gospel at All https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-13/all-grace-or-no-gospel-at-all The gospel Paul preaches is all about grace and can never be changed. Believing it transforms you so that you are no longer a slave to people’s opinion of you. The gospel Paul preaches is all about grace and can never be changed. Believing it transforms you so that you are no longer a slave to people’s opinion of you. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-13/506/all-grace-or-no-gospel-at-all Sat, 13 Sep 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Gospel Given to Paul https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-06/the-gospel-given-to-paul The life and death stakes in the preaching of Paul. The life and death stakes in the preaching of Paul. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-06/505/the-gospel-given-to-paul Sat, 6 Sep 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Plans God Has For You https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-30/the-plans-god-has-for-you The promises God gives israel as they are in exile are confirmed and enlarged by Christ, and bring us deep security, comfort, and hope. The promises God gives israel as they are in exile are confirmed and enlarged by Christ, and bring us deep security, comfort, and hope. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-30/504/the-plans-god-has-for-you Sat, 30 Aug 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Kept by Christ Through Prayer https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-23/kept-by-christ-through-prayer 1 John 5:13-21- God gives us a prayer he promises to answer. 1 John 5:13-21- God gives us a prayer he promises to answer. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-23/503/kept-by-christ-through-prayer Sat, 23 Aug 2025 11:30:00 +0400 16 August 2025- True Life in the True Jesus https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-16/16-august-2025-true-life-in-the-true-jesus 1 John 5:6-12- We have the evidence we need to know the real Jesus. 1 John 5:6-12- We have the evidence we need to know the real Jesus. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-16/502/16-august-2025-true-life-in-the-true-jesus Sat, 16 Aug 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Faith that Overcomes https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-09/faith-that-overcomes From 1 John 5:1-5 we see that true and lasting victory is not achieved through our stiving but is alreay ours through faith in Jesus Christ. Being born of God transforms belief, love and obedience from duties into joyful evidence of a life secured in His victory over the world. From 1 John 5:1-5 we see that true and lasting victory is not achieved through our stiving but is alreay ours through faith in Jesus Christ. Being born of God transforms belief, love and obedience from duties into joyful evidence of a life secured in His victory over the world. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-09/501/faith-that-overcomes Sat, 9 Aug 2025 11:30:00 +0400 How to Become More Loving https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-26/how-to-become-more-loving In these verses John not only calls us to love others,he also tells us that love for others comes from God, and how we can receive it from God. In these verses John not only calls us to love others,he also tells us that love for others comes from God, and how we can receive it from God. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-26/500/how-to-become-more-loving Sat, 26 Jul 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Test the Spirits https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-19/test-the-spirits In these verses John urges us to test the spirits to see if we are listening to false prophets, and gives us ways to discern whether what we are hearing is true or false. In these verses John urges us to test the spirits to see if we are listening to false prophets, and gives us ways to discern whether what we are hearing is true or false. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-19/499/test-the-spirits Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Rock-Solid Assurance: Finding Confidence Before God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-12/rock-solid-assurance-finding-confidence-before-god This sermon describes how Christians can find unwavering assurance and confidence in their salvation, as explored in 1 John 3:19-24. It outlines how genuine love for others, faith in Jesus, and the sealing work of the Holy Spirit provide a rock-solid foundation, even when our hearts condemn us. The sermon explains how to trust God's perfect knowledge over personal feelings and outlines the freedom and confident prayer that comes from abiding in Christ. This sermon describes how Christians can find unwavering assurance and confidence in their salvation, as explored in 1 John 3:19-24. It outlines how genuine love for others, faith in Jesus, and the sealing work of the Holy Spirit provide a rock-solid foundation, even when our hearts condemn us. The sermon explains how to trust God's perfect knowledge over personal feelings and outlines the freedom and confident prayer that comes from abiding in Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-12/498/rock-solid-assurance-finding-confidence-before-god Sat, 12 Jul 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Assurance Through Abiding https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-28/assurance-through-abiding John's burden for believers is that they abide in Christ throughout their lives so that they have assurance of eternal salvation and no reason to be ashamed when Jesus returns (1John 2:28). John teaches that those who abide in Christ practice righteousness. The reason they do so, is because abiding branches know God's love for them in Christ, have been transformed by God's Spirit through new birth, and are setting their hope on the glory coming to them when Jesus returns. By focusing in faith on God's past saving grace through Christ's saving work, the Spirit's ongoing work, and the grace coming to believers when Jesus returns, one will abide in Christ and enjoy assurance of eternal life with God! John's burden for believers is that they abide in Christ throughout their lives so that they have assurance of eternal salvation and no reason to be ashamed when Jesus returns (1John 2:28). John teaches that those who abide in Christ practice righteousness. The reason they do so, is because abiding branches know God's love for them in Christ, have been transformed by God's Spirit through new birth, and are setting their hope on the glory coming to them when Jesus returns. By focusing in faith on God's past saving grace through Christ's saving work, the Spirit's ongoing work, and the grace coming to believers when Jesus returns, one will abide in Christ and enjoy assurance of eternal life with God! https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-28/497/assurance-through-abiding Sat, 28 Jun 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Protect Yourself from Antichrists https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-21/protect-yourself-from-antichrists The threat of antichrists pose to your soul is everlasting, but God gives us two protections. The threat of antichrists pose to your soul is everlasting, but God gives us two protections. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-21/496/protect-yourself-from-antichrists Sat, 21 Jun 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Do Not Love the World https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-17/do-not-love-the-world Power for saying “no” to things of the world and embracing the love of God. 1 John 2:15-17 Power for saying “no” to things of the world and embracing the love of God. 1 John 2:15-17 https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-17/495/do-not-love-the-world Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Why Loving One Another Is So Important https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-07/why-loving-one-another-is-so-important In this passage John explains why it's so important that we love one another, where this sort of love comes from, and how we can grow in experiencing it. In this passage John explains why it's so important that we love one another, where this sort of love comes from, and how we can grow in experiencing it. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-07/494/why-loving-one-another-is-so-important Sat, 7 Jun 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Saved So That You May Not Sin https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-31/saved-so-that-you-may-not-sin How does knowing Christ make us commandment keepers? How does knowing Christ make us commandment keepers? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-31/493/saved-so-that-you-may-not-sin Sat, 31 May 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Blood-Washed Fellowship With the Light https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-24/blood-washed-fellowship-with-the-light Fellowship with God is for those who walk in the light. 1 John 1:5-10 Fellowship with God is for those who walk in the light. 1 John 1:5-10 https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-24/492/blood-washed-fellowship-with-the-light Sat, 24 May 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Eternal Life You Can Touch https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-17/eternal-life-you-can-touch Fellowship with the God of Life is offered to those who trust the historical Jesus. Fellowship with the God of Life is offered to those who trust the historical Jesus. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-17/491/eternal-life-you-can-touch Sat, 17 May 2025 11:30:00 +0400 How Can I Be Safe? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-10/how-can-i-be-safe Psalm 16 beautifully expresses a heart of humble submission to God as our refuge, Lord, and treasure. In this psalm, David proclaims that only by trusting in God as our Savior, Lord and Treasure, can we experience full security, lasting joy and deep pleasures found in Him alone. Psalm 16 beautifully expresses a heart of humble submission to God as our refuge, Lord, and treasure. In this psalm, David proclaims that only by trusting in God as our Savior, Lord and Treasure, can we experience full security, lasting joy and deep pleasures found in Him alone. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-10/490/how-can-i-be-safe Sat, 10 May 2025 11:30:00 +0400 A Desire for Home https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-03/a-desire-for-home Psalm 84 declares that the joy of being in God's house is greater than anything else. Those who dwell permanently in God's house, as well as those who are on pilgrimage to his house, are blessed forever. For us as Christians, Psalm 84 is a reminder of our final destination of dwelling in God's presence forever and that our lives even now are to be marked by joy as we journey through this present evil age up towards eternal glory in Christ. Psalm 84 declares that the joy of being in God's house is greater than anything else. Those who dwell permanently in God's house, as well as those who are on pilgrimage to his house, are blessed forever. For us as Christians, Psalm 84 is a reminder of our final destination of dwelling in God's presence forever and that our lives even now are to be marked by joy as we journey through this present evil age up towards eternal glory in Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-03/489/a-desire-for-home Sat, 3 May 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Trusting God and lamenting through Suffering https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-26/trusting-god-and-lamenting-through-suffering How do we trust God through pain and suffering? How do we trust God through pain and suffering? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-26/488/trusting-god-and-lamenting-through-suffering Sat, 26 Apr 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Know the Power of His Resurrection https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-19/know-the-power-of-his-resurrection We can have the greatest treasure in the universe, if we know the risen Jesus. We can have the greatest treasure in the universe, if we know the risen Jesus. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-19/487/know-the-power-of-his-resurrection Sat, 19 Apr 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Why and How to Confess Sin to God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-12/why-and-how-to-confess-sin-to-god In this sermon we start with Colossians 2:13-14, which shows that God has already forgiven all the sins of all who trust Christ, and then learn from Psalm 51 that the reason we confess sin is to confirm to us that we are already forgiven, and to cleanse and fill us with God's forgiving love in Christ. In this sermon we start with Colossians 2:13-14, which shows that God has already forgiven all the sins of all who trust Christ, and then learn from Psalm 51 that the reason we confess sin is to confirm to us that we are already forgiven, and to cleanse and fill us with God's forgiving love in Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-12/486/why-and-how-to-confess-sin-to-god Sat, 12 Apr 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Our Blessing and Joyful Praise of God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-05/our-blessing-and-joyful-praise-of-god God blesses his people that that he may be worshiped joyfully among all nations. God blesses his people that that he may be worshiped joyfully among all nations. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-05/485/our-blessing-and-joyful-praise-of-god Sat, 5 Apr 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Finding Refuge in God's Steadfast Love https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-29/finding-refuge-in-gods-steadfast-love When we are threatened by wicked people, Psalm 36 reminds us to meditate on God's love and faithfulness and to pray that we may experience God as a refuge and treasure. When we are threatened by wicked people, Psalm 36 reminds us to meditate on God's love and faithfulness and to pray that we may experience God as a refuge and treasure. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-29/484/finding-refuge-in-gods-steadfast-love Sat, 29 Mar 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Fully Known, Fully Loved https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-22/fully-known-fully-loved God’s omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence reveal His greatness, yet Psalm 139 shows He is not distant. He knows us completely, is with us always, and loves us faithfully. God’s omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence reveal His greatness, yet Psalm 139 shows He is not distant. He knows us completely, is with us always, and loves us faithfully. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-22/482/fully-known-fully-loved Sat, 22 Mar 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Treasuring Christ in the Psalms https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-15/treasuring-christ-in-the-psalms Psalm 22- Jesus says in Luke 24:44 that everything written about him in the Psalms must be fulfilled. Psalm 22 is referred to often in the New Testament, particularly in relation to Jesus' crucifixion. Seeing such connections help us to treasure Jesus, rejoice in our salvation, and learn how to suffering well in faith with Christ to the glory of God. Psalm 22- Jesus says in Luke 24:44 that everything written about him in the Psalms must be fulfilled. Psalm 22 is referred to often in the New Testament, particularly in relation to Jesus' crucifixion. Seeing such connections help us to treasure Jesus, rejoice in our salvation, and learn how to suffering well in faith with Christ to the glory of God. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-15/481/treasuring-christ-in-the-psalms Sat, 15 Mar 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Power God's Word -- and Prayer https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-08/the-power-gods-word-and-prayer In Psalm 19 David's aim is to help us feel the value and pleasure we have in God's Word, so we will devote ourselves both to God's Word, and to prayer that God will use his Word in our lives. In Psalm 19 David's aim is to help us feel the value and pleasure we have in God's Word, so we will devote ourselves both to God's Word, and to prayer that God will use his Word in our lives. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-08/480/the-power-gods-word-and-prayer Sat, 8 Mar 2025 11:30:00 +0400 What to Do When Feeling Far from God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-01/what-to-do-when-feeling-far-from-god This psalm teaches us how we should respond when we're trusting Christ, walking in obedience, but have been feeling far from God for a while. This psalm teaches us how we should respond when we're trusting Christ, walking in obedience, but have been feeling far from God for a while. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-01/479/what-to-do-when-feeling-far-from-god Sat, 1 Mar 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Shepherd God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-22/the-shepherd-god If God is your shepherd, you can trust him to give and be everything you truly need. If God is your shepherd, you can trust him to give and be everything you truly need. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-22/478/the-shepherd-god Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Two Paths: Walking in the way of righteousness https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-15/two-paths-walking-in-the-way-of-righteousness Psalm 1 presents a striking contrast between the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. This sermon explores what it means to delight in God's Word, remain firmly rooted in Him, and avoid influences that lead us away from His truth. As we reflect on this psalm, we are challenged to evaluate our walk with God and commit to a life that flourishes under His guidance. Psalm 1 presents a striking contrast between the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. This sermon explores what it means to delight in God's Word, remain firmly rooted in Him, and avoid influences that lead us away from His truth. As we reflect on this psalm, we are challenged to evaluate our walk with God and commit to a life that flourishes under His guidance. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-15/477/two-paths-walking-in-the-way-of-righteousness Sat, 15 Feb 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Faith and Temptation https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-08/faith-and-temptation To effectively battle temptation, we must understand the root cause of temptation, and focus on that root cause. In this message we learn from Scripture that the root cause of temptation is unbelief, since unbelief blinds us to the superior joy we have in Christ. We also discover that the way to overcome unbelief is by strategically using God's word, since "faith comes by hearing" (Rom 10:17). To effectively battle temptation, we must understand the root cause of temptation, and focus on that root cause. In this message we learn from Scripture that the root cause of temptation is unbelief, since unbelief blinds us to the superior joy we have in Christ. We also discover that the way to overcome unbelief is by strategically using God's word, since "faith comes by hearing" (Rom 10:17). https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-08/476/faith-and-temptation Sat, 8 Feb 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Faith and Obedience https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-01/faith-and-obedience The fact that God has attached promises to every command in the Bible shows that God wants all of our obedience to be helped and motivated and empowered by his promises. In this sermon we see this truth taught in 2 Peter 1:4, and illustrated in the life of Moses (Heb 11:24-26). The fact that God has attached promises to every command in the Bible shows that God wants all of our obedience to be helped and motivated and empowered by his promises. In this sermon we see this truth taught in 2 Peter 1:4, and illustrated in the life of Moses (Heb 11:24-26). https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-01/475/faith-and-obedience Sat, 1 Feb 2025 11:30:00 +0400 Faith and Trials https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-25/faith-and-trials In Romans 8:28 Paul tells us that God promises that every trial that comes our way is planned by God to bring us good, and vv.29-30, along with 2 Corinthians 3:18, help us see what that amazing good is. In Romans 8:28 Paul tells us that God promises that every trial that comes our way is planned by God to bring us good, and vv.29-30, along with 2 Corinthians 3:18, help us see what that amazing good is. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-25/474/faith-and-trials Sat, 25 Jan 2025 11:30:00 +0400 What It Means to Live by Faith https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-18/what-it-means-to-live-by-faith Some people think we start the Christian life by faith, but then continue by our own efforts. But in this message you will learn why it's so important to live by faith, and how that means trusting all that God promises us in Christ Jesus. Some people think we start the Christian life by faith, but then continue by our own efforts. But in this message you will learn why it's so important to live by faith, and how that means trusting all that God promises us in Christ Jesus. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-18/473/what-it-means-to-live-by-faith Sat, 18 Jan 2025 11:30:00 +0400 What Ezra Teaches Us About Prayer https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-04/what-ezra-teaches-us-about-prayer As we begin our annual Week of Prayer, we dig into Ezra 8:21-23 and ask (1) why should we fast, (2) how should we pray, and (3) why should we pray. This passage gives motivating and encouraging answers to each question. As we begin our annual Week of Prayer, we dig into Ezra 8:21-23 and ask (1) why should we fast, (2) how should we pray, and (3) why should we pray. This passage gives motivating and encouraging answers to each question. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-04/471/what-ezra-teaches-us-about-prayer Sat, 4 Jan 2025 11:30:00 +0400 The Cause of Conflicts https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-28/the-cause-of-conflicts In James 4:1-10 we learn what causes quarrels, why this cause is so serious, and how God in his grace can free us from this problem. In James 4:1-10 we learn what causes quarrels, why this cause is so serious, and how God in his grace can free us from this problem. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-28/469/the-cause-of-conflicts Sat, 28 Dec 2024 11:30:00 +0400 "He Will Save His People from Their Sins" https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-21/-he-will-save-his-people-from-their-sins Matthew 1:18-2:12. In this passage Matthew tells us why Jesus' birth is so important, and gives us three reasons we can be confident that Jesus is the Messiah sent from God. Matthew 1:18-2:12. In this passage Matthew tells us why Jesus' birth is so important, and gives us three reasons we can be confident that Jesus is the Messiah sent from God. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-21/468/-he-will-save-his-people-from-their-sins Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Prophecies Fulfilled: The Promise of Jesus' Birth https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-14/prophecies-fulfilled-the-promise-of-jesus-birth Isaiah 9:6-7. This sermon explores the Old Testament prophecies foretelling the birth of Jesus, highlighting the anticipation and fulfillment of God's promises through the arrival of the Savior. It emphasizes the significance of Jesus' birth as the ultimate realization of divine prophecy and the hope it brings to the world Isaiah 9:6-7. This sermon explores the Old Testament prophecies foretelling the birth of Jesus, highlighting the anticipation and fulfillment of God's promises through the arrival of the Savior. It emphasizes the significance of Jesus' birth as the ultimate realization of divine prophecy and the hope it brings to the world https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-14/467/prophecies-fulfilled-the-promise-of-jesus-birth Sat, 14 Dec 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Why God Is Still Giving the Gift of Prophecy https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-07/why-god-is-still-giving-the-gift-of-prophecy In this sermon we learn from Acts 2:14-21 that God is still giving the more supernatural spiritual gifts like prophecy, and that in the New Testament prophecy is an encouraging gift from God, but it is not equal to Scripture. It must be judged by Scripture. In this sermon we learn from Acts 2:14-21 that God is still giving the more supernatural spiritual gifts like prophecy, and that in the New Testament prophecy is an encouraging gift from God, but it is not equal to Scripture. It must be judged by Scripture. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-07/466/why-god-is-still-giving-the-gift-of-prophecy Sat, 7 Dec 2024 11:30:00 +0400 For Love's Sake, Earnestly Desire Spiritual Gifts https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-02/for-loves-sake-earnestly-desire-spiritual-gifts In this passage Paul says that for the sake of loving others, and because God is still giving the more obviously supernatural spiritual gifts, we should earnestly desire them, especially prophecy. In this passage Paul says that for the sake of loving others, and because God is still giving the more obviously supernatural spiritual gifts, we should earnestly desire them, especially prophecy. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-02/465/for-loves-sake-earnestly-desire-spiritual-gifts Mon, 2 Dec 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Hearing and Doing His Word https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-23/hearing-and-doing-his-word The Word of God, both the preaching and hearing of it, must be central in our worship if we want to truly enjoy God's presence. In the example of Josiah in 2 Chronicles 34 we see what it looks like for the Word of God to be central in our worship as the church. The Word of God, both the preaching and hearing of it, must be central in our worship if we want to truly enjoy God's presence. In the example of Josiah in 2 Chronicles 34 we see what it looks like for the Word of God to be central in our worship as the church. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-23/464/hearing-and-doing-his-word Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How to Worship in Spirit and Truth https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-16/how-to-worship-in-spirit-and-truth In John 4 Jesus explains that true worship must be in spirit and truth, and in this message we dig into what those each mean, and why they are so important. In John 4 Jesus explains that true worship must be in spirit and truth, and in this message we dig into what those each mean, and why they are so important. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-16/463/how-to-worship-in-spirit-and-truth Sat, 16 Nov 2024 11:30:00 +0400 What it Means to be the Temple of the Living God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-09/what-it-means-to-be-the-temple-of-the-living-god Because each church family is to be God's temple, God's dwelling place, our purpose in gathering is to meet God together. This sermon shows where that's taught in Scripture, and gives practical ways we can pursue this amazing purpose. Because each church family is to be God's temple, God's dwelling place, our purpose in gathering is to meet God together. This sermon shows where that's taught in Scripture, and gives practical ways we can pursue this amazing purpose. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-09/462/what-it-means-to-be-the-temple-of-the-living-god Sat, 9 Nov 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Why Salvation Is a Miracle https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-02/why-salvation-is-a-miracle In 2 Corinthians 3:12 - 4:6 Paul describes how the New Covenant is superior to the Old Covenant, and answers three crucial questions: (1) if the New Covenant is superior, why do some not believe? (2) If Satan blinds people, why do some end up seeing? (3) What does this mean for how we do ministry? In 2 Corinthians 3:12 - 4:6 Paul describes how the New Covenant is superior to the Old Covenant, and answers three crucial questions: (1) if the New Covenant is superior, why do some not believe? (2) If Satan blinds people, why do some end up seeing? (3) What does this mean for how we do ministry? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-02/461/why-salvation-is-a-miracle Sat, 2 Nov 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How Christ's Infinite Worth Transforms Us https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-26/how-christs-infinite-worth-transforms-us This message summarizes Colossians' main point, which is that Christ's infinite worth motivates us not to drift from him, but instead to walk in him. It also unpacks the last 12 verses of Colossians to show some ways that Christ's infinite worth transforms us. This message summarizes Colossians' main point, which is that Christ's infinite worth motivates us not to drift from him, but instead to walk in him. It also unpacks the last 12 verses of Colossians to show some ways that Christ's infinite worth transforms us. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-26/459/how-christs-infinite-worth-transforms-us Sat, 26 Oct 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Living and Speaking Faithfully as a Christian https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-19/living-and-speaking-faithfully-as-a-christian How do we live faithfully toward outsiders as believers? Paul calls believers in Colossians 4:5-6 to live and speak faithfully toward outsiders with wisdom How do we live faithfully toward outsiders as believers? Paul calls believers in Colossians 4:5-6 to live and speak faithfully toward outsiders with wisdom https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-19/458/living-and-speaking-faithfully-as-a-christian Sat, 19 Oct 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Be Steadfast in Prayer https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-12/be-steadfast-in-prayer Paul calls us to be make prayer a regular part of our lives, to pray against temptations we face, to pray with thankfulness to God for all he has done, and to pray for the advance of the gospel. Paul calls us to be make prayer a regular part of our lives, to pray against temptations we face, to pray with thankfulness to God for all he has done, and to pray for the advance of the gospel. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-12/457/be-steadfast-in-prayer Sat, 12 Oct 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Paul's Word to Bondservants and Their Masters https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-05/pauls-word-to-bondservants-and-their-masters In this passage Paul helps believing bondservants and their believing masters know how God wants them to relate to each other. In this passage Paul helps believing bondservants and their believing masters know how God wants them to relate to each other. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-05/456/pauls-word-to-bondservants-and-their-masters Sat, 5 Oct 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Renewed Families https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-28/renewed-families In these two verses the Apostle Paul calls on children and parents to fulfill their familial roles as those who have been renewed in the image of their Creator through faith in Christ. Through the power of Christ and his Spirit both parents and children can please the Lord and bring glory to him by obedience, discipline, and love! In these two verses the Apostle Paul calls on children and parents to fulfill their familial roles as those who have been renewed in the image of their Creator through faith in Christ. Through the power of Christ and his Spirit both parents and children can please the Lord and bring glory to him by obedience, discipline, and love! https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-28/455/renewed-families Sat, 28 Sep 2024 11:30:00 +0400 God's Call to Husbands and Wives https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-21/gods-call-to-husbands-and-wives As we see in Colossians 3:18-19 and Ephesians 5:22-33, God calls husbands and wives to different roles in marriage, because these roles will give the world a beautiful picture of Christ's love for the church. As we see in Colossians 3:18-19 and Ephesians 5:22-33, God calls husbands and wives to different roles in marriage, because these roles will give the world a beautiful picture of Christ's love for the church. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-21/454/gods-call-to-husbands-and-wives Sat, 21 Sep 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How to Grow in Loving Others https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-14/how-to-grow-in-loving-others In this passage Paul tells us what we can do individually and together to grow in love, and provides four powerful reasons that the Holy Spirit will use to empower us to obey. In this passage Paul tells us what we can do individually and together to grow in love, and provides four powerful reasons that the Holy Spirit will use to empower us to obey. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-14/453/how-to-grow-in-loving-others Sat, 14 Sep 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How to Put Sin to Death https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-07/how-to-put-sin-to-death In this passage Paul gives his readers challenging commands regarding sins like sexual purity, covetousness, and anger. But he also gives us reasons that God will use to help us obey these commands -- reasons which all connect to the fact that Christ is our only source of true life. In this passage Paul gives his readers challenging commands regarding sins like sexual purity, covetousness, and anger. But he also gives us reasons that God will use to help us obey these commands -- reasons which all connect to the fact that Christ is our only source of true life. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-07/452/how-to-put-sin-to-death Sat, 7 Sep 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Seek Christ as Your Life https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-31/seek-christ-as-your-life Paul urges his readers to seek our life in Christ by beholding him as supreme over all, and gives four powerful reasons to motivate us to persevere in this. Paul urges his readers to seek our life in Christ by beholding him as supreme over all, and gives four powerful reasons to motivate us to persevere in this. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-31/451/seek-christ-as-your-life Sat, 31 Aug 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Shadows and Substance: Finding True Freedom in Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-24/shadows-and-substance-finding-true-freedom-in-christ This sermon examines Colossians 2:16-23, challenging believers to focus on Christ as the substance of their faith, rather than getting sidetracked by religious rituals, worldly pressures, or human-made rules that cannot stop the indulgence of the flesh. This sermon examines Colossians 2:16-23, challenging believers to focus on Christ as the substance of their faith, rather than getting sidetracked by religious rituals, worldly pressures, or human-made rules that cannot stop the indulgence of the flesh. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-24/450/shadows-and-substance-finding-true-freedom-in-christ Sat, 24 Aug 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Keep Receiving from Jesus Christ the Lord https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-17/keep-receiving-from-jesus-christ-the-lord Here Paul urges these believers to keep receiving all they need from Jesus Christ, and not to be taken captive by anything else, because of six powerful truths about our Savior. Here Paul urges these believers to keep receiving all they need from Jesus Christ, and not to be taken captive by anything else, because of six powerful truths about our Savior. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-17/449/keep-receiving-from-jesus-christ-the-lord Sat, 17 Aug 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Don't Let Anything Draw You from Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-10/dont-let-anything-draw-you-from-christ In this passage Paul gives four reasons from his own life for why we should not let anything draw us away from Christ -- because his joy in suffering shows the reality of Christ, because Christ dwells in believing Jews and Gentiles with the hope of glory, because in Christ we will receive encouragement, a community of loving believers, full assurance, and wisdom and knowledge, and because Christ gives us good order and firm faith. In this passage Paul gives four reasons from his own life for why we should not let anything draw us away from Christ -- because his joy in suffering shows the reality of Christ, because Christ dwells in believing Jews and Gentiles with the hope of glory, because in Christ we will receive encouragement, a community of loving believers, full assurance, and wisdom and knowledge, and because Christ gives us good order and firm faith. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-10/448/dont-let-anything-draw-you-from-christ Sat, 10 Aug 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Continue in the Faith, Stable and Steadfast https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-03/continue-in-the-faith-stable-and-steadfast In this passage Paul counters the false teachers who tried to draw believers away from Christ, by giving seven reasons why we should keep our hearts glued to Christ. In this passage Paul counters the false teachers who tried to draw believers away from Christ, by giving seven reasons why we should keep our hearts glued to Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-03/447/continue-in-the-faith-stable-and-steadfast Sat, 3 Aug 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How Paul Prays for Believers https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-27/how-paul-prays-for-believers In this passage we see that Paul was devoted to prayer for other believers, and that the focus of his prayer was on believers' spiritual growth. In this passage we see that Paul was devoted to prayer for other believers, and that the focus of his prayer was on believers' spiritual growth. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-27/446/how-paul-prays-for-believers Sat, 27 Jul 2024 11:30:00 +0400 The Meaning of Baptism https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-20/the-meaning-of-baptism Baptism is a powerful picture of how, when we trust Christ, we are united to Christ in his death and resurrection. In this sermon we explore what it means to die and rise with Christ, why this is so important, and how baptism pictures this wonderful transformation.gful. Baptism is a powerful picture of how, when we trust Christ, we are united to Christ in his death and resurrection. In this sermon we explore what it means to die and rise with Christ, why this is so important, and how baptism pictures this wonderful transformation.gful. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-20/445/the-meaning-of-baptism Sat, 20 Jul 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How God Strengthens our Faith and Love https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-13/how-god-strengthens-our-faith-and-love As Paul describes his thankfulness for the church at Colossae, he teaches us that God uses our future hope to strengthen our faith in Christ and our love for each other. As Paul describes his thankfulness for the church at Colossae, he teaches us that God uses our future hope to strengthen our faith in Christ and our love for each other. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-13/444/how-god-strengthens-our-faith-and-love Sat, 13 Jul 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Jesus is Greater https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-06/jesus-is-greater Looking at Hebrews 1:1-4 to discover the supremacy of Christ above all things Looking at Hebrews 1:1-4 to discover the supremacy of Christ above all things https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-06/443/jesus-is-greater Sat, 6 Jul 2024 11:30:00 +0400 The Danger of False Teaching https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-29/the-danger-of-false-teaching As Paul concludes his letter to the church of Rome, he warns them of the danger of false teachers, equips them to resist false teaching, and encourages their hearts in the Lord. As Paul concludes his letter to the church of Rome, he warns them of the danger of false teachers, equips them to resist false teaching, and encourages their hearts in the Lord. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-29/442/the-danger-of-false-teaching Sat, 29 Jun 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Five Characteristics of Christ-Centered Community https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-23/five-characteristics-of-christ-centered-community In these 16 verses Paul commends and greets over 30 people, and shows us five essential characteristics of Christ-centered community. In these 16 verses Paul commends and greets over 30 people, and shows us five essential characteristics of Christ-centered community. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-23/441/five-characteristics-of-christ-centered-community Sun, 23 Jun 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Six Ways We Should Imitate Paul https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-15/six-ways-we-should-imitate-paul As Paul explains to the believers in Rome why he has not yet visited them, we can see six aspects of his life that God would want us to imitate. As Paul explains to the believers in Rome why he has not yet visited them, we can see six aspects of his life that God would want us to imitate. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-15/440/six-ways-we-should-imitate-paul Sat, 15 Jun 2024 11:30:00 +0400 God's Will for Grace Church https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-08/gods-will-for-grace-church In this passage Paul gives five descriptions of God's will for the church at Rome, which are also God's will for every church, including Grace Church Abu Dhabi. In this passage Paul gives five descriptions of God's will for the church at Rome, which are also God's will for every church, including Grace Church Abu Dhabi. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-08/438/gods-will-for-grace-church Sat, 8 Jun 2024 11:30:00 +0400 The Christian Life For God’s Glory https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-01/the-christian-life-for-god-s-glory Paul wants the Church at Rome to build one another up and welcome one another for God’s glory and praise following the example of Christ, who came to serve and die for God’s glory. Paul wants the Church at Rome to build one another up and welcome one another for God’s glory and praise following the example of Christ, who came to serve and die for God’s glory. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-01/439/the-christian-life-for-god-s-glory Sat, 1 Jun 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Loving the Weak https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-25/loving-the-weak Paul calls on believers to walk in love by not causing their brothers and sisters to stumble. Eating and drinking against one's conscience is sin and may lead to spiritual ruin before God. So, believers are called to walk carefully in love so as not to offend one another and tempt one to go against their conscience. Paul calls on believers to walk in love by not causing their brothers and sisters to stumble. Eating and drinking against one's conscience is sin and may lead to spiritual ruin before God. So, believers are called to walk carefully in love so as not to offend one another and tempt one to go against their conscience. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-25/437/loving-the-weak Sat, 25 May 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Unity Over Judgement https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-18/unity-over-judgement A call for believers to embrace one another in love, setting aside judgments on non-essential differences. A call for believers to embrace one another in love, setting aside judgments on non-essential differences. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-18/436/unity-over-judgement Sat, 18 May 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Love, Jesus’ Return, and the Christian Life. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-11/love-jesus-return-and-the-christian-life As Christians we are obligated to love those around us. This kind of love does not fly int the face of God’s commands but instead upholds them, flowing from a love for God and His love for us. Likewise, knowing the time that we are in awaiting the return of Christ spurs us on to cast off darkness and live the Christian life. As Christians we are obligated to love those around us. This kind of love does not fly int the face of God’s commands but instead upholds them, flowing from a love for God and His love for us. Likewise, knowing the time that we are in awaiting the return of Christ spurs us on to cast off darkness and live the Christian life. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-11/435/love-jesus-return-and-the-christian-life Sat, 11 May 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Christian Attitudes and Responses Marked by Love https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-27/christian-attitudes-and-responses-marked-by-love The Christian life should be marked by genuine love. This affects how we respond and interact with people inside the church community and outside. The gospel calls us to something that is radical and countercultural. The Christian life should be marked by genuine love. This affects how we respond and interact with people inside the church community and outside. The gospel calls us to something that is radical and countercultural. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-27/433/christian-attitudes-and-responses-marked-by-love Sat, 27 Apr 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Living Sacrifice https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-06/living-sacrifice A look at Paul's call in Romans 12:1-2 to present ourselves as living sacrifices and embrace worship as a way of life, relying on the transformative power of God's Word and Spirit. A look at Paul's call in Romans 12:1-2 to present ourselves as living sacrifices and embrace worship as a way of life, relying on the transformative power of God's Word and Spirit. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-06/431/living-sacrifice Sat, 6 Apr 2024 11:30:00 +0400 "I Am the Resurrection and the Life" https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-30/-i-am-the-resurrection-and-the-life There is no greater gift Jesus can give us than a greater revelation of his glory. And in response to Lazarus' sickness, that's what he does for Martha, Mary, his disciples -- and Lazarus. And we get to read about it, and experience it, today. There is no greater gift Jesus can give us than a greater revelation of his glory. And in response to Lazarus' sickness, that's what he does for Martha, Mary, his disciples -- and Lazarus. And we get to read about it, and experience it, today. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-30/430/-i-am-the-resurrection-and-the-life Sat, 30 Mar 2024 11:30:00 +0400 God's Plan of Salvation in History https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-23/gods-plan-of-salvation-in-history Paul wraps up Romans 9-11 by showing how God's displays his breath-taking mercy in four stages of the history of salvation, concluding with a passionate celebration of God's mercy. Paul wraps up Romans 9-11 by showing how God's displays his breath-taking mercy in four stages of the history of salvation, concluding with a passionate celebration of God's mercy. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-23/429/gods-plan-of-salvation-in-history Sat, 23 Mar 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Has God Rejected the People of Israel? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-16/has-god-rejected-the-people-of-israel Paul knows that Israel's ongoing unbelief could make us think God has or will completely reject them, but Paul explains why that's not the case, and what God's amazing final plan is for Israel -- while also giving us a sobering message about the reality of God's hardening. Paul knows that Israel's ongoing unbelief could make us think God has or will completely reject them, but Paul explains why that's not the case, and what God's amazing final plan is for Israel -- while also giving us a sobering message about the reality of God's hardening. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-16/428/has-god-rejected-the-people-of-israel Sat, 16 Mar 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How Will They Hear https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-02/how-will-they-hear Romans 10:14-21 teaches that the Gospel should be proclaimed, heard, and believed yet sadly many have rejected the message. Romans 10:14-21 teaches that the Gospel should be proclaimed, heard, and believed yet sadly many have rejected the message. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-02/427/how-will-they-hear Sat, 2 Mar 2024 11:30:00 +0400 The Goal of the Law is Christ's Righteousness by Faith https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-24/the-goal-of-the-law-is-christs-righteousness-by-faith In Romans 10 Paul helps us see that the goal of the Old Testament Law was to bring people to the faith that would give them the Messiah's gift of perfect righteousness, and what kind of faith brings us that gift today. In Romans 10 Paul helps us see that the goal of the Old Testament Law was to bring people to the faith that would give them the Messiah's gift of perfect righteousness, and what kind of faith brings us that gift today. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-24/426/the-goal-of-the-law-is-christs-righteousness-by-faith Sat, 24 Feb 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Why Are So Few Israelites Saved? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-17/why-are-so-few-israelites-saved To show God's glory, and strengthen our faith in God's promises, Paul describes what God promises regarding the salvation of both Gentiles and Jews, and explains why -- at the present time -- so few Jews are embracing their Messiah. To show God's glory, and strengthen our faith in God's promises, Paul describes what God promises regarding the salvation of both Gentiles and Jews, and explains why -- at the present time -- so few Jews are embracing their Messiah. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-17/424/why-are-so-few-israelites-saved Sat, 17 Feb 2024 11:30:00 +0400 What Is God's Ultimate Purpose in Salvation? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-10/what-is-gods-ultimate-purpose-in-salvation In this passage Paul answers two more objections to his preaching, and then shows us what is God's ultimate, cosmic purpose in his plan of salvation -- which is profoundly encouraging. In this passage Paul answers two more objections to his preaching, and then shows us what is God's ultimate, cosmic purpose in his plan of salvation -- which is profoundly encouraging. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-10/423/what-is-gods-ultimate-purpose-in-salvation Sat, 10 Feb 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How God Chooses Us for Salvation https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-03/how-god-chooses-us-for-salvation In this passage Paul uses the way God chose Jacob to be the father of Israel to teach us four truths about how God chooses us for salvation. In this passage Paul uses the way God chose Jacob to be the father of Israel to teach us four truths about how God chooses us for salvation. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-03/422/how-god-chooses-us-for-salvation Sat, 3 Feb 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Why Do We Have Faith? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-27/why-do-we-have-faith Paul uses the story of the births of Isaac and Ishmael to explain that the way we become saved children of promise is by God supernaturally creating faith in our hearts. Paul uses the story of the births of Isaac and Ishmael to explain that the way we become saved children of promise is by God supernaturally creating faith in our hearts. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-27/421/why-do-we-have-faith Sat, 27 Jan 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Why God's Word Has Not Failed https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-20/why-gods-word-has-not-failed Before Paul explains how the promises of Romans 1-8 transform our lives, he has to explain why Israel's unbelief does not raise doubts about the truth of God's promises. That's what's going on in Romans 9-11. And that's where he starts in 9:1-6. Before Paul explains how the promises of Romans 1-8 transform our lives, he has to explain why Israel's unbelief does not raise doubts about the truth of God's promises. That's what's going on in Romans 9-11. And that's where he starts in 9:1-6. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-20/420/why-gods-word-has-not-failed Sat, 20 Jan 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Pray and Meditate on God's Word in 2024 https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-13/pray-and-meditate-on-gods-word-in-2024 Pastor Steve brings our Prayer Week to a close with a message from Psalm 119:17-24, in which we see the psalmist's devotion to prayer and meditation on God's Word, and learn why these are so crucial. Pastor Steve brings our Prayer Week to a close with a message from Psalm 119:17-24, in which we see the psalmist's devotion to prayer and meditation on God's Word, and learn why these are so crucial. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-13/419/pray-and-meditate-on-gods-word-in-2024 Sat, 13 Jan 2024 11:30:00 +0400 How to Pray with Faith https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-06/how-to-pray-with-faith What does it mean to pray with faith? To answer this question, and strengthen our prayer as we head into prayer week, we look at how Paul prayed about his thorn in the flesh, how Jesus describes prayer in Mark 11:23-24, and what Paul says about the spiritual gift of faith in 1 Cor 13:1-2. What does it mean to pray with faith? To answer this question, and strengthen our prayer as we head into prayer week, we look at how Paul prayed about his thorn in the flesh, how Jesus describes prayer in Mark 11:23-24, and what Paul says about the spiritual gift of faith in 1 Cor 13:1-2. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-06/418/how-to-pray-with-faith Sat, 6 Jan 2024 11:30:00 +0400 Becoming the Children of Abraham https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-30/becoming-the-children-of-abraham The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. (Num. 6:24-26). The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. (Num. 6:24-26). https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-30/417/becoming-the-children-of-abraham Sat, 30 Dec 2023 11:30:00 +0400 God Brings Wise Men to Worship Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-23/god-brings-wise-men-to-worship-christ The story of the wise men gives us eight reasons to trust Christ, which will result in him being the very center of our lives. The story of the wise men gives us eight reasons to trust Christ, which will result in him being the very center of our lives. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-23/416/god-brings-wise-men-to-worship-christ Sat, 23 Dec 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Jesus's Substitutionary Death Foretold in the Prophets https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-16/jesuss-substitutionary-death-foretold-in-the-prophets The book of Isaiah show a familiar pattern, Israel and Ahaz live against God's good laws, God calls them to repent, they don't, and God allows their sin to be punished. Despite this repeated pattern beginning with Adam, God has always had a plan, and his plan is to save his children through the bruising of his Son. The book of Isaiah show a familiar pattern, Israel and Ahaz live against God's good laws, God calls them to repent, they don't, and God allows their sin to be punished. Despite this repeated pattern beginning with Adam, God has always had a plan, and his plan is to save his children through the bruising of his Son. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-16/415/jesuss-substitutionary-death-foretold-in-the-prophets Sat, 16 Dec 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Christ Before His Birth https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-02/christ-before-his-birth To be gripped by the wonder of Christ's birth, it's important to understand who Christ was before he was born. To be gripped by the wonder of Christ's birth, it's important to understand who Christ was before he was born. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-02/414/christ-before-his-birth Sat, 2 Dec 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Becoming Fishers of Men https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-25/becoming-fishers-of-men We all know that Jesus calls us to be fishers of men, but for some reason we miss the amazing promise he makes to us about this. We all know that Jesus calls us to be fishers of men, but for some reason we miss the amazing promise he makes to us about this. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-25/413/becoming-fishers-of-men Sat, 25 Nov 2023 11:30:00 +0400 What Biblical Fellowship Is, and How to Pursue It https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-18/what-biblical-fellowship-is-and-how-to-pursue-it In this passage God calls us to not settle for shallow, trivial fellowship, but to understand and pursue the life-changing fellowship God has for us. In this passage God calls us to not settle for shallow, trivial fellowship, but to understand and pursue the life-changing fellowship God has for us. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-18/412/what-biblical-fellowship-is-and-how-to-pursue-it Sat, 18 Nov 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Called to Serve https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-11/called-to-serve This sermon exploreis the urgency of serving others based on 1 Peter 4:7-11, emphasizing the importance of love as the driving force behind selfless service and highlighting the transformative power of God's grace in fulfilling our highest calling—to bring glory to the One who is worthy of all praise, honor, and adoration. This sermon exploreis the urgency of serving others based on 1 Peter 4:7-11, emphasizing the importance of love as the driving force behind selfless service and highlighting the transformative power of God's grace in fulfilling our highest calling—to bring glory to the One who is worthy of all praise, honor, and adoration. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-11/409/called-to-serve Sat, 11 Nov 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Spiritual Gifts: What are They, and How Should We Pursue Them? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-04/spiritual-gifts-what-are-they-and-how-should-we-pursue-them In Romans 12:3-8 Paul warns us of a danger we will face when we pursue spiritual gifts, and also tells us how we should go about pursuing them. In Romans 12:3-8 Paul warns us of a danger we will face when we pursue spiritual gifts, and also tells us how we should go about pursuing them. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-04/408/spiritual-gifts-what-are-they-and-how-should-we-pursue-them Sat, 4 Nov 2023 11:30:00 +0400 God's Promises and Our Trials https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/gods-promises-and-our-trials As Grace Church faces a trial, we take this Sunday to look at what God promises about our trials, and how we should respond to our trials. As Grace Church faces a trial, we take this Sunday to look at what God promises about our trials, and how we should respond to our trials. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/407/gods-promises-and-our-trials Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Spiritual Gifts: Is God Still Giving Them? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/spiritual-gifts-is-god-still-giving-them In 1 Corinthians 13 Paul says there will come a time when certain spiritual gifts will cease. So when is that? And what does this mean for us? In 1 Corinthians 13 Paul says there will come a time when certain spiritual gifts will cease. So when is that? And what does this mean for us? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/406/spiritual-gifts-is-god-still-giving-them Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Why and How David Worshiped https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/why-and-how-david-worshiped One of our convictions is that God calls us to be a worshiping church. In this passage we learn why David worshiped, and how David worshiped, so we can grow together in worship. One of our convictions is that God calls us to be a worshiping church. In this passage we learn why David worshiped, and how David worshiped, so we can grow together in worship. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/405/why-and-how-david-worshiped Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 +0400 God's Certain Love and Salvation https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/gods-certain-love-and-salvation Romans 8:31-39 shows us that we can be sure of our salvation in Christ and certain of God's love for us in Christ. Romans 8:31-39 shows us that we can be sure of our salvation in Christ and certain of God's love for us in Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/404/gods-certain-love-and-salvation Sun, 8 Oct 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Why It's Worth Suffering with Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/why-its-worth-suffering-with-christ In this sermon we will dig into what it means to suffer with Christ, and the five reasons Paul gives for why suffering with Christ is worth the glory that will experience in Christ forever. In this sermon we will dig into what it means to suffer with Christ, and the five reasons Paul gives for why suffering with Christ is worth the glory that will experience in Christ forever. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/402/why-its-worth-suffering-with-christ Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Present and Future Life in the Spirit https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/present-and-future-life-in-the-spirit Paul describes the difference between those who live according to the flesh and those who live according to the Spirit. He assures us that those who are in Christ by faith are also in the Spirit. We now enjoy the Spirit's life giving presence and the hope that one day, through the Spirit, God will give life to our mortal bodies. Paul describes the difference between those who live according to the flesh and those who live according to the Spirit. He assures us that those who are in Christ by faith are also in the Spirit. We now enjoy the Spirit's life giving presence and the hope that one day, through the Spirit, God will give life to our mortal bodies. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/400/present-and-future-life-in-the-spirit Sun, 10 Sep 2023 11:30:00 +0400 No Condemnation for All Who Are in Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/no-condemnation-for-all-who-are-in-christ Paul brings the previous chapters to a conclusion by celebrating that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because everyone who is in Christ has had their sin condemned in Jesus' flesh and has this confirmed by the Spirit's work of freeing them from sin. Paul brings the previous chapters to a conclusion by celebrating that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because everyone who is in Christ has had their sin condemned in Jesus' flesh and has this confirmed by the Spirit's work of freeing them from sin. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/399/no-condemnation-for-all-who-are-in-christ Sun, 3 Sep 2023 11:30:00 +0400 The Battle Believers Fight Against Sin https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/the-battle-believers-fight-against-sin To show how powerful sin is, Paul describes how hard sin is to battle against. To show how powerful sin is, Paul describes how hard sin is to battle against. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/398/the-battle-believers-fight-against-sin Sun, 27 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0400 The Law Is Holy, Righteous, and Good https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/the-law-is-holy-righteous-and-good Paul has said some negative things about the Law of Moses, and so explains that the problem is the way our sin has responded to God's Law. He wants us to understand that the Law is holy, righteous, and good. Paul has said some negative things about the Law of Moses, and so explains that the problem is the way our sin has responded to God's Law. He wants us to understand that the Law is holy, righteous, and good. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/396/the-law-is-holy-righteous-and-good Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How We Died With Christ to the Law https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/how-we-died-with-christ-to-the-law https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/395/how-we-died-with-christ-to-the-law Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0400 We're Set Free to Obey https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/were-set-free-to-obey All of us were enslaved to sin because we were born under the law and had no righteousness of our own. Through Christ, we are set free from the bondage of our sin and through the power of grace, live holy lives in submission to God. Grace's reward is eternal life and sin offers death. All of us were enslaved to sin because we were born under the law and had no righteousness of our own. Through Christ, we are set free from the bondage of our sin and through the power of grace, live holy lives in submission to God. Grace's reward is eternal life and sin offers death. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/394/were-set-free-to-obey Sun, 6 Aug 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Instruments of Righteousness https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/instruments-of-righteousness Through Jesus's sacrifice, we die to ourself and experience new life, and through Jesus's resurrection he redeems us in the next life. Now, we are called to die to self in order to be god's righteousness instruments for his kingdom. Through Jesus's sacrifice, we die to ourself and experience new life, and through Jesus's resurrection he redeems us in the next life. Now, we are called to die to self in order to be god's righteousness instruments for his kingdom. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/393/instruments-of-righteousness Sun, 30 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How Jesus Frees Us from Sin's Power https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/how-jesus-frees-us-from-sins-power In this message we dig into why those who have died to sin cannot continue living in sin, by showing how we died and rose with Christ. We also explore what exactly Jesus does to free us from sin's power, and how we can experience this in an ongoing way today. In this message we dig into why those who have died to sin cannot continue living in sin, by showing how we died and rose with Christ. We also explore what exactly Jesus does to free us from sin's power, and how we can experience this in an ongoing way today. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/392/how-jesus-frees-us-from-sins-power Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How Adam Harmed Us and Jesus Saves Us https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/how-adam-harmed-us-and-jesus-saves-us To magnify what Christ has done for us, Paul spells out what Adam's sin did to humanity, and how Jesus saves all who trust him. To magnify what Christ has done for us, Paul spells out what Adam's sin did to humanity, and how Jesus saves all who trust him. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/390/how-adam-harmed-us-and-jesus-saves-us Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Why the Hope of Heaven Will Not Disappoint Us https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/why-the-hope-of-heaven-will-not-disappoint-us Paul explains why the hope of heaven will not put us to shame or disappoint us, and the reason he gives is because God has shown his love for us on the cross. Paul explains why the hope of heaven will not put us to shame or disappoint us, and the reason he gives is because God has shown his love for us on the cross. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/389/why-the-hope-of-heaven-will-not-disappoint-us Sun, 9 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0400 What Does Justification Bring Us? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/what-does-justification-bring-us We have many reasons to rejoice in Jesus; even in our suffering! We have many reasons to rejoice in Jesus; even in our suffering! https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-07-02/388/what-does-justification-bring-us Sun, 2 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How Faith Guarantees God's Promise https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/how-faith-guarantees-gods-promise Man-made religion tells us to try to earn blessings from God by obedience. But in this passage Paul explains why that is impossible, and why it's only faith that brings God's grace which guarantees his promises to us through Christ. Man-made religion tells us to try to earn blessings from God by obedience. But in this passage Paul explains why that is impossible, and why it's only faith that brings God's grace which guarantees his promises to us through Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/387/how-faith-guarantees-gods-promise Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How to Be Counted Righteous by God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/how-to-be-counted-righteous-by-god In this passage Paul tells us how ungodly Abraham was counted as righteous before God, and about the blessing that brings to all who experience it. In this passage Paul tells us how ungodly Abraham was counted as righteous before God, and about the blessing that brings to all who experience it. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/386/how-to-be-counted-righteous-by-god Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How Faith Excludes Boasting https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-10/how-faith-excludes-boasting Now that Paul has helped us When we are amazed at being justified by faith, we will stop all boasting in ourselves, and boast only in the Lord. Now that Paul has helped us When we are amazed at being justified by faith, we will stop all boasting in ourselves, and boast only in the Lord. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-10/385/how-faith-excludes-boasting Sat, 10 Jun 2023 11:30:00 +0400 But Now: What God Has Done in Christ https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-03/but-now-what-god-has-done-in-christ Romans 3:21-26 marks a turning point in the book of Romans, where Paul moves from describing our sin and God's judgment against sin to how, in Christ, God has manifested his saving righteousness to all who have faith. Romans 3:21-26 marks a turning point in the book of Romans, where Paul moves from describing our sin and God's judgment against sin to how, in Christ, God has manifested his saving righteousness to all who have faith. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-03/384/but-now-what-god-has-done-in-christ Sat, 3 Jun 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Needy for the Spirit, Needy for the Word https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-27/needy-for-the-spirit-needy-for-the-word In John 6:60-71, many people leave Jesus. He explains that it is necessary for the Father to grant people to come to Him by the Spirit; and the twelve disciples recognize that they need Jesus because of his life giving Words. In John 6:60-71, many people leave Jesus. He explains that it is necessary for the Father to grant people to come to Him by the Spirit; and the twelve disciples recognize that they need Jesus because of his life giving Words. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-27/383/needy-for-the-spirit-needy-for-the-word Sat, 27 May 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Paul Rests his Case-We are all Sinners and Guilty before God https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-20/paul-rests-his-case-we-are-all-sinners-and-guilty-before-god Paul rests his case that every human being is completely sinful and culpable before God. God's law has no power to save us, as it only convicts of sin before God. However, in arguing his case, Paul is actually preparing us for the greatest news in the world, that Jesus Christ came into this world to saves sinners like you and me! Paul rests his case that every human being is completely sinful and culpable before God. God's law has no power to save us, as it only convicts of sin before God. However, in arguing his case, Paul is actually preparing us for the greatest news in the world, that Jesus Christ came into this world to saves sinners like you and me! https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-20/382/paul-rests-his-case-we-are-all-sinners-and-guilty-before-god Sat, 20 May 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Do the Covenant People Have Any Advantage? https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-13/do-the-covenant-people-have-any-advantage God is faithful and righteous in judgement God is faithful and righteous in judgement https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-13/381/do-the-covenant-people-have-any-advantage Sat, 13 May 2023 11:30:00 +0400 God Holds His Covenant People Accountable https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-06/god-holds-his-covenant-people-accountable Paul uses Socratic and hypothetical arguments to show the Jewish people that their lineage isn't a shield from God's judgment, because the covenant people of God must live by faith. Their disobedience dishonors God and shames his name among the nations, but Jesus did what Israel couldn't do, fulfill the law and be a light to the nations. Paul uses Socratic and hypothetical arguments to show the Jewish people that their lineage isn't a shield from God's judgment, because the covenant people of God must live by faith. Their disobedience dishonors God and shames his name among the nations, but Jesus did what Israel couldn't do, fulfill the law and be a light to the nations. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-06/380/god-holds-his-covenant-people-accountable Sat, 6 May 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How God's Judgement is Fair https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-29/how-gods-judgement-is-fair In these four verses, Paul explains how God's judgement of Jews and Gentiles is fair. Jews do not have a pass because they have the Mosaic Law, for they must be doers and not merely hearers of God's Word. Gentiles, even though they don't have the Mosaic Law, are also without excuses because God's law is written on their hearts. Thus, the hope for all, whether Jew or Gentile, on the day of judgement is found only in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In these four verses, Paul explains how God's judgement of Jews and Gentiles is fair. Jews do not have a pass because they have the Mosaic Law, for they must be doers and not merely hearers of God's Word. Gentiles, even though they don't have the Mosaic Law, are also without excuses because God's law is written on their hearts. Thus, the hope for all, whether Jew or Gentile, on the day of judgement is found only in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-29/379/how-gods-judgement-is-fair Sat, 29 Apr 2023 11:30:00 +0400 Why We Are All Without Excuse https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-22/why-we-are-all-without-excuse None of us are in a position to judge others, because all of us are guilty of sin. But if we are seeking Jesus, we will find eternal glory, honor and peace, paid by Christ at the Cross. None of us are in a position to judge others, because all of us are guilty of sin. But if we are seeking Jesus, we will find eternal glory, honor and peace, paid by Christ at the Cross. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-22/378/why-we-are-all-without-excuse Sat, 22 Apr 2023 11:30:00 +0400 How God's Wrath Is Now Being Revealed https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-15/how-gods-wrath-is-now-being-revealed Because we've turned away from our glorious Creator, and worshiped creation, God is revealing his wrath by giving humanity over to sexual impurity, homosexuality, and all manner of sin. This shows what happens when we put something besides God at the center of our lives. Because we've turned away from our glorious Creator, and worshiped creation, God is revealing his wrath by giving humanity over to sexual impurity, homosexuality, and all manner of sin. This shows what happens when we put something besides God at the center of our lives. https://www.gracechurchabudhabi.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-15/377/how-gods-wrath-is-now-being-revealed Sat, 15 Apr 2023 11:30:00 +0400