GraceHill Church: Weekly Sermons

Who is this King? | Psalm 72

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from Psalm 72.
Psalm 72 is a Coronation Psalm—a petition for a righteous king to be appointed to the throne. However, the question we must ask is: who was the original subject of this prayer? While it is evident that the psalm was intended for Solomon, it is equally clear that Solomon could never fully embody the hopes expressed in this prayer. This psalm is ultimately a prayer of hope—that another royal Son of David would one day come in righteousness to establish God's Kingdom. And that hope has already been fulfilled.
Big Idea: Jesus is God’s answer to His people’s prayer for a perfect King, so praise and adore Him!
Jesus has come as the Righteous King to bring peace and justice (1-4)
Jesus has come as the Everlasting King to prosper His people (5-7)
Jesus has come as the Universal King to be worshipped by all nations (8-11)
Jesus has come as the Compassionate King to bring hope to the hopeless (12-14)
Jesus has come as the Blessed King to bless and be blessed (15-20)

Who is this Child? | Genesis 3:15

A sermon by Pastor Mike Trofimenko from Genesis 3:15.
In Luke 24:44, Jesus tells His disciples that all Scripture points to Him. The Old Testament, consisting of the Law, the Prophets, and the Psalms, reveals truths about Christ's birth, life, death, and resurrection. The Law, written approximately 4,000 years before Christ’s coming, contains the earliest prophecies of His birth.
Big Idea: The Child that was promised in ancient times has been born for you also. He is Jesus, who lives as your Victor, your Blessing, and your eternal King.
Jesus is the new Adam who would defeat Satan and reverse the curse (Genesis 3:15)
Jesus is the Heir who would come from the chosen family and be a blessing to the rest of the world (Genesis 12:1-3; 15:1-6)
Jesus is the Ruler from the line of Judah whose reign will never end (Genesis 49:8-12)

Living Beautifully At Home: A Call To Husbands | 1 Peter 3:7

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 3:7.
As Peter continues addressing Christian living within the home, he exhorts husbands just as he did wives. Christian husbands, whose identity is rooted in Christ, are called to prioritize the welfare of their wives.
Big Idea: A husband’s beautiful behavior in the home is demonstrated by his humble deference in understanding and honoring his wife.
Husband, show Jesus in your marriage by:
Living with Your Wife in Understanding (7a)
Treating Your Wife with Honor (7b)
Prioritizing Your Walk with the Lord (7c)

Living Beautifully at Home: A Call to Wives | 1 Peter 3:1-6

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 3:1-6.
As the Gospel spread throughout Asia Minor, many women in pagan marriages began to put their trust in Christ. This conversion was often seen as an act of rebellion against their husbands. Facing various challenges, these wives were uncertain about how to proceed. Peter’s response, both then and now, might come as a surprise to many.
Big Idea: A wife’s beautiful behavior in the home is demonstrated by her humble submission, her hidden beauty, and her hopeful faith.
Wife, show Jesus in your marriage through:
Humble submission that influences your husband (1-2)
Hidden beauty that pleases your Lord (3-4)
Hopeful faith that identifies your lineage (5-6)

Christ-Empowered Submission | 1 Peter 2:18-25

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 2:18-25.
According to Peter, the best way to respond to a difficult or unreasonable boss, teacher, or leader is to honor and submit to them, even when we feel wronged. Though challenging, this passage encourages us to endure for God’s glory, offering both reasons and guidance on how to do so.
Big Idea: Through your unjust suffering, remain obedient to Christ, following His example.
Endure hardships through submission to please God (18-20)
Endure hardships through submission to Follow Christ (21)
Endure hardships through submission by Fixating on Christ (22-25)

Living Beautifully Among the Nations | 1 Peter 2:11-17

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 2:11-17.
What is a holy nation to do in the midst of a wicked Roman Empire? What are we to do when the morals of God’s kingdom collide with the immorality of the earthly nations in which we still reside? In this section, Peter gives us a strategy to honor God and live for Christ in our wicked culture, by the power of the Spirit working in us from the inside out.
Big Idea: Since you're God’s people, depart from fleshly desires and display beautiful behavior.
Turn away from desires outside of God’s will (11)
Live in a way that draws others to God’s glory (12-17)

The Christ Rock: Your Identity and Mission | 1 Peter 2:4-10

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 2:4-10.
Peter was writing to Christians who were living in a hostile world, much like we do today. In this section, he provides an invaluable answer to how we are to live as we wait for Jesus' return: we must rest in our identity with God and each other, and pursue His mission of worshiping God and declaring His worth to others.
Big Idea: As God’s chosen exiles, Christ sets our identity and mission in this broken world.
We are Living Stones in God's temple, being built by Him for worship (4-5)
We are set on Christ the Rock, trusting Him to share His security and honor (6-8)
We are God's Precious People, embraced by Him to declare His excellencies (9-10)

Nourished by the Word; Refined to Love | 1 Peter 2:1-3

A sermon by Pastor Mike Trofimenko from 1 Peter 2:1-3.
Just as a child needs the right nutrients to grow physically, Christians need spiritual nourishment to grow in faith. In 1 Peter 2:1-3, Peter urges those who have been born again to 'long for the pure milk of the Word,' reminding us that our spiritual growth is directly connected to our intake of God's Word.
Big Idea: Your growth in salvation is nourished by the Word of God and manifests in love toward others.
Your spiritual growth is dependent on God’s Word, so be nourished by the Word (2-3)
Your spiritual growth becomes apparent in your love, so put away the sin (1)

"Therefore:" How to Love in Light of Grace | 1 Peter 1:22-25

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 1:22-25.
After giving three commands that focus on our lives before God, Peter transitions to another command that addresses our relationships with one another, particularly within the church. This shift moves from the vertical relationship to the horizontal. Although the orientation changes, the subject remains the same.
Big Idea: We love sincerely and fervently because we live purely and eternally.
Love sincerely, for you were purified for a new life of love (22)
Love fervently, for you were birthed to new life by the eternal Word (22b-25)

"Therefore:" How to Live in Light of Grace | 1 Peter 1:13-21

A sermon by Pastor Tim Vusik from 1 Peter 1:13-21.
Verse 13 opens with a powerful word: “Therefore.” With that single word, Peter connects two major concepts. In the first twelve verses, Peter discusses the reality of the Gospel in our lives. Now, he aims to show how we are to respond to the Gospel.
Big Idea: Since you're now part of God's family, live in holiness and reverence as you wait for Christ to return.
Since you’ve been graced, fix your hope on future glory (13)
Since you’ve Been called, follow your Father in holiness (14-16)
Since You’ve been redeemed, fear your Father in reverence (17-21)