GraceHill Church: Weekly Sermons

The Absolute Priority of Christ | Matthew 10:34-42

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Matthew 10:34-42
In the closing section of Jesus' instruction to His disciples, He continues to encourage and exhort them to make decisions in light of the big picture, in view of eternity. Not to be prisoners of the moment, choosing convenience over hardships, preserving personal relationships and temporary peace at the expense of their very souls. If we're going to be faithful disciples of Christ, He must have priority in our lives.
Big Idea: Our ultimate love and loyalty belong to Jesus, above the family or self.
Love Christ Above Everyone, In View of the Purpose of His Coming (34-37)
Deny Everything for Christ, In View of the Promise of Eternal Life (38-39)
Risk All for Christ, In View of the Pledge of His Reward (40-42)

Fears and Values | Matthew 10:24-33

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Matthew 10:24-33
Jesus has warned the twelve that all will reject them because of their allegiance to Him. After hearing such a warning, fear of opposition and rejection would naturally overtake the twelve, so Jesus addresses the issue of fear next. His answer to their fears is not, "Stop fearing!" Instead, Jesus deals with their value system because you fear what you value most.
Big Idea: The cure for fear of man is valuing Christ and His mission.
Live for Christ by Following His Example  (24-27)
Live for Christ by Prioritizing His Values (28-31)
Live for Christ by Confessing Him Before Men (32-33)

Because Of My Name | Matthew 10:16-23

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Matthew 10:16-23
As Jesus prepares His disciples to go out, He prepares them for what's to come. Jesus doesn't want the twelve to be caught off guard. His words are clear, direct, and very sobering - "You will be rejected because of Me!"
Big Idea: Those who love Christ will be rejected by the world!
You are Sent Out In the Name of Christ, So Be Wise (16)
You will be Rejected for the Sake of Christ, So Beware (17-18)
You will be Assisted in the Name of Christ, So Depend (19-20)
You will be Saved by the Name of Christ, So Endure (21-23)

The Mission Belongs To The Lord | Matthew 10:5b-15

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Matthew 10:5b-15
Now that the twelve ordinary men are called and equipped for the mission, Jesus gives them specific instructions which ultimately focus on His person and work. In the same way that Matt 5:1-4 taught that discipleship exists to make much of Jesus, verses 5-15 teach that missions exist for the same purpose: to present Jesus as Savior and Lord! Missions belong to the Lord!
Big Idea: The Goal of Missions is to present Jesus as Savior and Lord!
Jesus is the Commander of the Mission (5b-8)
Jesus is the Provider for the Mission (9-11)
Jesus is the Lord of the Mission (12-15)

Ordinary Men; Extraordinary Master | Matthew 10:1-5a

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Matthew 10:1-5a
In Christ’s discipleship school, there’s only one major - Christ! To know Him, to love Him, to speak of Him! If discipleship were about disciples, then surely Jesus would have picked someone more presentable, more notable, more impactful than the group He chose. But He didn’t. Because the key to being a faithful disciple is not found in the disciples, it’s found in Christ.
Big Idea: Ordinary men who know and follow their extraordinary Master, will make much of Christ!
Christ Calls Ordinary Disciples to Be with Their Extraordinary Master (1a)
Christ Equips Ordinary Disciples to Make Much of Their Extraordinary Master (1b-5a)

Delighting In God While Suffering | Psalm 63

A sermon by Pastor Mike Trofimenko from Psalm 63
Suffering is guaranteed in this life. No doubt, you might be in the midst of suffering right now. The Lord does not want us to waste our sufferings but to suffer with a great purpose and passion for the Lord.
Five distinguishing marks of a Godward sufferer:
Seeks the Lord (1-2)
Trusts His Goodness (3; 7-8)
Praises His Name (3-5)
Delights in His Character (4)
Expects His Judgments (9-11)

The Grace-Trained Church | Titus 2:11-15

A sermon by guest preacher Pastor Rod Santiago from Titus 2:11-15
In Titus 2:11-15, Paul states the facts about Christ that compel us to live our life in Christ.
God's Saving Grace
God's Sanctifying Grace
God's Spurring Grace

Resolved: To Live for the Progress of the Gospel | Philippians 1:1-11

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Philippians 1:1-11
What is our primary goal in life? What should we be passionate about? What must we live for? What will be the payoff? For Paul, the answer was easy: "For me to live is Christ." As we look at the text in front of us, the Lord wants to remind us to continue to faithfully advance the cause of the Gospel until the coming of Christ!
Big Idea: Make partnership in the Gospel the goal of your life until the coming of Christ!
View Yourself In Light of the Gospel (1-2)
Value the Spread of the Gospel (3-8)
Ask God for Wisdom to Advance the Gospel (9-11)

The Ultimate Question | Psalm 15

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Psalm 15
In Psalm 15, David poses a question to God, and his question is of eternal significance. Asking and answering the right questions correctly can mean the difference between right and wrong conclusions on the one hand, and even more series, between eternal life and eternal condemnation.
Big Idea: Permanent residence with God is guaranteed to those who please Him!
A Great Question (1)
A Grand Answer (2-5a)
A Glorious Promise (5b)

The Perfect Mediator | Hebrews 5:1-10

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Hebrews 5:1-10
High priests were crucial for the life and fellowship of the OT believer. They functioned as mediators who came in between two parties who are estranged from one another to bring in peace. The OT priests ultimately pointed to Jesus, the Great High Priest whose priesthood will be forever. In Heb 5:1-10, the author gives three reasons to be confident and draw near to the throne of grace because of the person and work of Christ.
Theme: We have confidence in God’s mercy and grace because of Christ, so draw near!
Be Confident in God’s Mercy Because You Have a Sympathetic Mediator (1-4; 7-8)
Be Confident in God’s Mercy Because You Have an Everlasting Mediator (5-6)
Be Confident in God’s Mercy Because You Have a Perfect Mediator (7-10)