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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Vintage Grace purchasing@vintagegrace.org https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dgfz4dv1srpw1zya0qxxjflsq4yl?.jpg VG Placerville Sermons https://www.buzzsprout.com/2246289 Matthew 21:23-27 | September 20 Matthew 21:23-27 | September 20 Jesus requires a response from both our head and our hearts.

]]> Jesus requires a response from both our head and our hearts.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19839958 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0700 1998 full false Matthew 21:18-22 | September 13 Matthew 21:18-22 | September 13 Genuine faith is a total surrender and active reliance on Him. Genuine faith is a trust and treasure in Jesus that produces genuine obedience and joy!

]]> Genuine faith is a total surrender and active reliance on Him. Genuine faith is a trust and treasure in Jesus that produces genuine obedience and joy!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19810953 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2483 full false Matthew 21:12-17 | September 6 Matthew 21:12-17 | September 6 We are able to truly worship when we encounter the authority and compassion of Jesus. And when we do, we can be changed forever.

]]> We are able to truly worship when we encounter the authority and compassion of Jesus. And when we do, we can be changed forever.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19775287 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2477 full false Matthew 21:1-11 | August 30 Matthew 21:1-11 | August 30 The King who comes to us is the humble, self-giving King whose goodness makes His reign beautiful. This king confronts us with the question… Who is this?

]]> The King who comes to us is the humble, self-giving King whose goodness makes His reign beautiful. This king confronts us with the question… Who is this?

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19730894 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2386 full false Matthew 20:29-33 | August 23 Matthew 20:29-33 | August 23 Jesus shows us that there are people who see but are blind, and there are people who are blind who see. He invites us to see who we are and who He is as messiah.

]]> Jesus shows us that there are people who see but are blind, and there are people who are blind who see. He invites us to see who we are and who He is as messiah.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19694654 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2447 full false Matthew 20:17-28 | August 16 Matthew 20:17-28 | August 16 Jesus unveils the plot of the greatest reversal story ever.  His story.  He descended to the grave, only to ascend to the glory of heaven and He invites us to enter and enjoy His story.

]]> Jesus unveils the plot of the greatest reversal story ever.  His story.  He descended to the grave, only to ascend to the glory of heaven and He invites us to enter and enjoy His story.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19677158 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2299 full false Matthew 20:1-16 | August 9 Matthew 20:1-16 | August 9 God is sovereign and delights to lavish His grace, not according to our merit, but according to His goodness.

]]> God is sovereign and delights to lavish His grace, not according to our merit, but according to His goodness.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19628338 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2342 full false Hebrews 12:1-4 | August 2 Hebrews 12:1-4 | August 2 The cloud of witnesses testify by their lives that our spiritual race can be completed. By faith, even with stumbles, falls, mistakes, and sin, they endured and completed the race faithfully and so can we.

]]> The cloud of witnesses testify by their lives that our spiritual race can be completed. By faith, even with stumbles, falls, mistakes, and sin, they endured and completed the race faithfully and so can we.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19601107 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0700 2342 full false Matthew 19:13-30 | July 26 Matthew 19:13-30 | July 26 God is sovereign and does what He pleases. We question Him when we miss His goodness. He is inviting us to see that He is extraordinarily generous to those who treasure Him!

]]> God is sovereign and does what He pleases. We question Him when we miss His goodness. He is inviting us to see that He is extraordinarily generous to those who treasure Him!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19567054 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2788 full false Ephesians 4 | July 19 Ephesians 4 | July 19 When we treasure Jesus He transforms our lives and creates joy-filled, unified people within His Church.

]]> When we treasure Jesus He transforms our lives and creates joy-filled, unified people within His Church.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19522376 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0700 2492 full false Matthew 19:1-12 | July 12 Matthew 19:1-12 | July 12 Jesus calls us beyond the values of our day to God’s original design intended for His glory and our joy, while also making clear, His grace is available to all of us who live in this broken world. 

]]> Jesus calls us beyond the values of our day to God’s original design intended for His glory and our joy, while also making clear, His grace is available to all of us who live in this broken world. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19488752 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0700 2672 full false Matthew 18:21-35 | July 5 Matthew 18:21-35 | July 5 The mercy we remember shapes the mercy we give. The grace we have been given should reflect the grace we give. The forgiveness we have received, should shape the forgiveness we offer.

]]> The mercy we remember shapes the mercy we give. The grace we have been given should reflect the grace we give. The forgiveness we have received, should shape the forgiveness we offer.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19455286 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2083 full false Matthew 18:15-20 | June 28 Matthew 18:15-20 | June 28 Jesus leads His Church through His people to restore someone who has gone astray for His glory and our joy!

]]> Jesus leads His Church through His people to restore someone who has gone astray for His glory and our joy!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19421296 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2393 full false Matthew 18:9-14 | June 21 Matthew 18:9-14 | June 21 Despising any of God's children has eternal consequences. We mirror the love of the Father whenever we joyfully pursue His wandering sheep.

]]> Despising any of God's children has eternal consequences. We mirror the love of the Father whenever we joyfully pursue His wandering sheep.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19387094 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2705 full false Matthew 18:7-9 | June 14 Matthew 18:7-9 | June 14 Jesus warns us to turn from our sin so that we can find the fullness of life in Him!

]]> Jesus warns us to turn from our sin so that we can find the fullness of life in Him!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19349774 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2705 full false Matthew 18:1-6 | June 7 Matthew 18:1-6 | June 7 In Jesus’ kingdom, greatness is not measured by the world’s standards- it’s not power, money, recognition... but rather by humble, wholehearted dependence on Christ and loving care for those who belong to Him.

]]> In Jesus’ kingdom, greatness is not measured by the world’s standards- it’s not power, money, recognition... but rather by humble, wholehearted dependence on Christ and loving care for those who belong to Him.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19313575 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0700 1693 full false Matthew 17:24-31 | May 31 Matthew 17:24-31 | May 31 Where does Jesus need to bring clarity?
What is He asking you to stop, start, or have faith for?
Don't forget to praise Him for all He has provided!

]]> Where does Jesus need to bring clarity?
What is He asking you to stop, start, or have faith for?
Don't forget to praise Him for all He has provided!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19275185 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2499 full false Matthew 17:14-23 | May 24 Matthew 17:14-23 | May 24 God doesn't ask us to have great faith, but to have a little faith in His greatness.

]]> God doesn't ask us to have great faith, but to have a little faith in His greatness.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19244051 Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2183 full false Matthew 17:1-13 | May 17 Matthew 17:1-13 | May 17 Matthew reveals that Jesus alone deserves glory. And when we truly encounter Him for who He is, we cannot help but find our deepest joy in worshiping Him.

]]> Matthew reveals that Jesus alone deserves glory. And when we truly encounter Him for who He is, we cannot help but find our deepest joy in worshiping Him.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19197043 Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2589 full false Matthew 16:21-28 | May 10 Matthew 16:21-28 | May 10 To wholeheartedly follow Jesus is costly to Him and us. But it is also the place where we find the fullness of life!

]]> To wholeheartedly follow Jesus is costly to Him and us. But it is also the place where we find the fullness of life!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19167673 Mon, 11 May 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2451 full false Matthew 16:13-20 | May 3 Matthew 16:13-20 | May 3 Jesus is the Christ and He will build His church.

]]> Jesus is the Christ and He will build His church.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19128629 Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2170 full false Matthew 16:1-12 | April 26 Matthew 16:1-12 | April 26 What we believe about Jesus shapes our life. He warns that false views lead to spiritual lifelessness, but seeing Him rightly leads to powerful new affections.

]]> What we believe about Jesus shapes our life. He warns that false views lead to spiritual lifelessness, but seeing Him rightly leads to powerful new affections.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19084474 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2416 full false Matthew 15:32-39 | April 19 Matthew 15:32-39 | April 19 Jesus compassionately meets real needs to reveal that He alone fully satisfies. So come to the King and be satisfied.

]]> Jesus compassionately meets real needs to reveal that He alone fully satisfies. So come to the King and be satisfied.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19047722 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2441 full false Matthew 15:21-31 | April 12 Matthew 15:21-31 | April 12 Jesus delights to share His love where it is not always expected, and He celebrates the greatness of faith that clings to Him alone.

]]> Jesus delights to share His love where it is not always expected, and He celebrates the greatness of faith that clings to Him alone.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-19008486 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2078 full false King Over Doubt | Easter King Over Doubt | Easter Jesus meets our doubts with Himself, so that our faith delights in Him as Lord and God.

]]> Jesus meets our doubts with Himself, so that our faith delights in Him as Lord and God.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18984068 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2771 full false Palm Sunday | March 29 Palm Sunday | March 29 Those who enjoy the greatness of the kingdom express it. So taste the kingdom and invite any and all to enjoy!

]]> Those who enjoy the greatness of the kingdom express it. So taste the kingdom and invite any and all to enjoy!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18931736 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2424 full false Matthew 15:10-20 | March 22 Matthew 15:10-20 | March 22 Jesus reveals that our hearts deceive and leave us dead. In His goodness He gives us a new heart that is ALIVE and delights in Him!

]]> Jesus reveals that our hearts deceive and leave us dead. In His goodness He gives us a new heart that is ALIVE and delights in Him!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18900908 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2503 full false Matthew 15:1-9 | March 15 Matthew 15:1-9 | March 15 Tradition vs Transformation

Jesus shows that replacing God’s truth with human tradition produces empty worship, but true and joyful worship flows from hearts shaped by Him and His Word.

]]> Tradition vs Transformation

Jesus shows that replacing God’s truth with human tradition produces empty worship, but true and joyful worship flows from hearts shaped by Him and His Word.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18855622 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 2269 full false Matthew 14:22-36 | March 8 Matthew 14:22-36 | March 8 Jesus allows storms in our lives to reveal who He is and to draw us into a deeper faith by drawing us to Himself.

]]> Jesus allows storms in our lives to reveal who He is and to draw us into a deeper faith by drawing us to Himself.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18824322 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 1945 full false Matthew 14:13-21 | March 1 Matthew 14:13-21 | March 1 In our inability, the kindness of Jesus welcomes us regardless of how inconvenient it may seem to Him. Jesus tells us to bring anything and anyone to Him where we can be fully satisfied.

]]> In our inability, the kindness of Jesus welcomes us regardless of how inconvenient it may seem to Him. Jesus tells us to bring anything and anyone to Him where we can be fully satisfied.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18776361 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2586 full false Unity | February 22 Unity | February 22 We are passionate about building joy-filled communities of faith, whose very existence inspires individuals to live an abundant Christian life—made up of three key relationships: a deepening relationship with God (r1), a life-changing relationship with others (r2), and an engaging relationship with those yet to believe (r3).

]]> We are passionate about building joy-filled communities of faith, whose very existence inspires individuals to live an abundant Christian life—made up of three key relationships: a deepening relationship with God (r1), a life-changing relationship with others (r2), and an engaging relationship with those yet to believe (r3).

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18740781 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2628 full false Matthew 14:1-12 | February 15 Matthew 14:1-12 | February 15 Matthew shows us the clear difference between someone who treasures Jesus and someone who doesn't. Either we experience the emptiness of our own pleasures here and now or the fullness of joy now and for eternity. Experience the fullness of joy!

]]> Matthew shows us the clear difference between someone who treasures Jesus and someone who doesn't. Either we experience the emptiness of our own pleasures here and now or the fullness of joy now and for eternity. Experience the fullness of joy!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18701174 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2572 full false Matthew 13:53-58 | February 8 Matthew 13:53-58 | February 8 Knowing about Jesus is not the same as trusting Jesus. Jesus’ hometown crowd recognized His wisdom but refused to TRUST in Him and their unbelief closed them off to experiencing His work. Matthew urges us to move beyond recognition of Jesus to full allegiance and discipleship to Him.

]]> Knowing about Jesus is not the same as trusting Jesus. Jesus’ hometown crowd recognized His wisdom but refused to TRUST in Him and their unbelief closed them off to experiencing His work. Matthew urges us to move beyond recognition of Jesus to full allegiance and discipleship to Him.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18650410 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2262 full false Matthew 13:44-52 | February 2 Matthew 13:44-52 | February 2 There is nothing better than Kingdom Living! Missing it is the worst, but we happily give everything to enjoy it.

]]> There is nothing better than Kingdom Living! Missing it is the worst, but we happily give everything to enjoy it.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18612978 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2577 full false Matthew 13:31-35 | January 25 Matthew 13:31-35 | January 25 God’s kingdom advances quietly and steadily, often in ways that are almost imperceptible and that may appear insignificant, yet it is unstoppable and grounded in God’s eternal plan.

]]> God’s kingdom advances quietly and steadily, often in ways that are almost imperceptible and that may appear insignificant, yet it is unstoppable and grounded in God’s eternal plan.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18573269 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2126 full false Matthew 13:24-30 | January 18 Matthew 13:24-30 | January 18 God allows good and evil to grow together for a time, but He alone will bring justice in the end. While we wait for that day, we keep sowing the goodness of the kingdom!

]]> God allows good and evil to grow together for a time, but He alone will bring justice in the end. While we wait for that day, we keep sowing the goodness of the kingdom!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18534712 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2369 full false Matthew 13:1-23 | January 11 Matthew 13:1-23 | January 11 Jesus teaches that the kingdom grows not by our control of the soil, but by the power of the Sower and His seed, so we sow faithfully and rejoice when God brings growth.

]]> Jesus teaches that the kingdom grows not by our control of the soil, but by the power of the Sower and His seed, so we sow faithfully and rejoice when God brings growth.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18497577 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2173 full false Matthew 13:10-17 | January 4 Matthew 13:10-17 | January 4 Jesus uses parables to reveal His sovereign grace to those who cannot save themselves. The hardened can’t see, but offers it to those who receive it. So receive and ENJOY!

]]> Jesus uses parables to reveal His sovereign grace to those who cannot save themselves. The hardened can’t see, but offers it to those who receive it. So receive and ENJOY!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18470217 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0800 2173 full false Rooted In Christ | December 28 Rooted In Christ | December 28 We need to be rooted in Jesus to actually grow.

]]> We need to be rooted in Jesus to actually grow.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18432223 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0800 1484 full false Christmas Eve Christmas Eve A Savior is born! God gives Himself to us, and that’s where we find good news of great joy.

]]> A Savior is born! God gives Himself to us, and that’s where we find good news of great joy.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18432219 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0800 1432 full false James 3 | December 14 James 3 | December 14 The tongue reveals what we treasure. Left to ourselves, our words destroy, but Jesus gives wisdom that brings a life of flourishing.

]]> The tongue reveals what we treasure. Left to ourselves, our words destroy, but Jesus gives wisdom that brings a life of flourishing.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18373470 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2670 full false James 2 | December 7 James 2 | December 7 True faith is always demonstrated by action. What we do reveals what we truly believe.

]]> True faith is always demonstrated by action. What we do reveals what we truly believe.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18318911 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2179 full false James 1 | November 30 James 1 | November 30 Gospel joy grows in trials; as it is heard and obeyed, it transforms a community.

]]> Gospel joy grows in trials; as it is heard and obeyed, it transforms a community.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18280271 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0800 2733 full false Matthew 12:46-50 | November 23 Matthew 12:46-50 | November 23 Kingdom over empire.
God's faithfulness is not dictated by our circumstances.

]]> Kingdom over empire.
God's faithfulness is not dictated by our circumstances.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18254693 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2074 full false Matthew 12:38-45 | November 16 Matthew 12:38-45 | November 16 The Sign That Points to the Savior

God's sign is meant to draw us to Himself, not to serve ourselves.

]]> The Sign That Points to the Savior

God's sign is meant to draw us to Himself, not to serve ourselves.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18213728 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2478 full false Matthew 12:33-37 | November 9 Matthew 12:33-37 | November 9 What we treasure leads to works and words.

]]> What we treasure leads to works and words.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18180057 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2439 full false Matthew 12:22-32 | November 2 Matthew 12:22-32 | November 2 Jesus is viewed in two different ways, either He’s Savior or He’s Satan. And it's the same question he asks us today.

]]> Jesus is viewed in two different ways, either He’s Savior or He’s Satan. And it's the same question he asks us today.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18141175 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2823 full false Matthew 12:15-21 | October 26 Matthew 12:15-21 | October 26 In Jesus, the quiet strength of God’s chosen Servant is finally found; Jesus is the One who brings justice to all through gentleness, compassion and ultimate hope.

]]> In Jesus, the quiet strength of God’s chosen Servant is finally found; Jesus is the One who brings justice to all through gentleness, compassion and ultimate hope.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18090499 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0700 1731 full false Matthew 12:1-14 | October 19 Matthew 12:1-14 | October 19 Jesus is the LORD over the Sabbath.

]]> Jesus is the LORD over the Sabbath.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18051841 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2571 full false Matthew 11:20-30 | October 12 Matthew 11:20-30 | October 12 To miss Jesus is disastrous; to come to Him is delight beyond anything we can imagine.

]]> To miss Jesus is disastrous; to come to Him is delight beyond anything we can imagine.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-18011450 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2577 full false Matthew 11:1-19 | October 5 Matthew 11:1-19 | October 5 The key to the abundant life is seeing Jesus clearly.

]]> The key to the abundant life is seeing Jesus clearly.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17966854 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0700 2577 full false Matthew 10:34-42 | September 28 Matthew 10:34-42 | September 28 Allegiance to Jesus over everything produces joy as our reward.  

]]> Allegiance to Jesus over everything produces joy as our reward.  

]]> Buzzsprout-17925426 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2587 full false Matthew 10:26-33 | September 21 Matthew 10:26-33 | September 21 Confidence in Jesus, our Good and Sovereign Shepherd, frees us from fear and fuels boldness, because the One who reigns over the cosmos also rules our hearts.

]]> Confidence in Jesus, our Good and Sovereign Shepherd, frees us from fear and fuels boldness, because the One who reigns over the cosmos also rules our hearts.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17886013 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2105 full false Matthew 10:16-25 | September 14 Matthew 10:16-25 | September 14 Kingdom living is NOT easy. The beauty of the Kingdom is a big deal. But we endure because of who our King is, and that endurance is the key to joy in the kingdom.

]]> Kingdom living is NOT easy. The beauty of the Kingdom is a big deal. But we endure because of who our King is, and that endurance is the key to joy in the kingdom.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17847758 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2519 full false Matthew 10:5-15 | September 7 Matthew 10:5-15 | September 7 Jesus equips and sends the disciples to do the work of the kingdom.

]]> Jesus equips and sends the disciples to do the work of the kingdom.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17817298 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2483 full false Matthew 10:1-4 | August 31 Matthew 10:1-4 | August 31 God empowers and sends those who treasure Him to be vessels of His love.

]]> God empowers and sends those who treasure Him to be vessels of His love.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17774248 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2434 full false Matthew 9:35-38 | August 24 Matthew 9:35-38 | August 24 Jesus is instilling compassion for the yet-to-believe in the hearts of his disciples before he sends them. He teaches them to see and asks them to pray. May we have the heart to pray, watch, and step as God sends us.

]]> Jesus is instilling compassion for the yet-to-believe in the hearts of his disciples before he sends them. He teaches them to see and asks them to pray. May we have the heart to pray, watch, and step as God sends us.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17731923 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0700 1854 full false Matthew 9:27-34 | August 17 Matthew 9:27-34 | August 17 Jesus heals to point us to the greater healing of the gospel

]]> Jesus heals to point us to the greater healing of the gospel

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17690255 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2651 full false Matthew 9:18-26 | August 10 Matthew 9:18-26 | August 10 The Great Healer

Jesus desires to heal!

]]> The Great Healer

Jesus desires to heal!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17653697 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2278 full false Mission and Vision Sunday | August 3 Mission and Vision Sunday | August 3 We are passionate about building joy-filled communities of faith whose very existence inspires individuals to live an
abundant Christian Life,
made up of three key relationships: 


-A deepening relationship with God (r1)
-A life-changing relationship with other believers (r2)
-An engaging relationship with those yet to believe (r3)

]]> We are passionate about building joy-filled communities of faith whose very existence inspires individuals to live an
abundant Christian Life,
made up of three key relationships: 


-A deepening relationship with God (r1)
-A life-changing relationship with other believers (r2)
-An engaging relationship with those yet to believe (r3)

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17619624 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2161 full false Matthew 9:14-17 | July 27 Matthew 9:14-17 | July 27 Jesus Questioned About Fasting

Jesus’s response to an accusation inserted in a question reveals that everything changes because He is here.  Everything! Jesus's entrance into the world ushered in the kingdom of heaven, and that means it is time to celebrate.

]]> Jesus Questioned About Fasting

Jesus’s response to an accusation inserted in a question reveals that everything changes because He is here.  Everything! Jesus's entrance into the world ushered in the kingdom of heaven, and that means it is time to celebrate.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17578419 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0700 2319 full false Matthew 9:9-13 | July 20 Matthew 9:9-13 | July 20 Jesus Calls Matthew

God doesn’t ask us to get it together before following Him. He invites us as we are—meeting us in our mess, calling us by name, and making us new by His mercy. Jesus moves toward sinners, not away from them. 

]]> Jesus Calls Matthew

God doesn’t ask us to get it together before following Him. He invites us as we are—meeting us in our mess, calling us by name, and making us new by His mercy. Jesus moves toward sinners, not away from them. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17541841 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0700 2236 full false Matthew 9:1-8 | July 13 Matthew 9:1-8 | July 13 The King Over Sin and Sickness

Jesus heals the body to reveal His authority and delight in healing the soul. Each act of healing is a glimpse of the joy and wholeness found in knowing God, who restores what sin has broken for His glory and our happiness.

]]> The King Over Sin and Sickness

Jesus heals the body to reveal His authority and delight in healing the soul. Each act of healing is a glimpse of the joy and wholeness found in knowing God, who restores what sin has broken for His glory and our happiness.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17504228 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0700 2560 full false Matthew 8:28-34 | July 6 Matthew 8:28-34 | July 6 Jesus Heals Two Men with Demons

Jesus has authority over all spiritual forces. He steps into the unclean and uncontrollable, confronts evil without effort, and reveals our hearts in how we respond. 

]]> Jesus Heals Two Men with Demons

Jesus has authority over all spiritual forces. He steps into the unclean and uncontrollable, confronts evil without effort, and reveals our hearts in how we respond. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17467399 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0700 1835 full false Matthew 8:23-27 | June 29 Matthew 8:23-27 | June 29 Jesus Calms a Storm

Jesus is powerful, compassionate, and desires to transform us.
We are spiritually weak, needy, and have hearts plagued by sin.

]]> Jesus Calms a Storm

Jesus is powerful, compassionate, and desires to transform us.
We are spiritually weak, needy, and have hearts plagued by sin.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17424948 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0700 2370 full false Matthew 8:18-22 | June 22 Matthew 8:18-22 | June 22 The Cost of the Call

Jesus shows us that He is the King of all authority. Now, that King is invites us to follow Him by completely relying upon Him.

]]> The Cost of the Call

Jesus shows us that He is the King of all authority. Now, that King is invites us to follow Him by completely relying upon Him.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17382946 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0700 2370 full false Matthew 8:14-17 | June 15 Matthew 8:14-17 | June 15 Jesus Heals Many

Jesus reveals his power over sickness, spirits, and fulfillment for us to trust Him. See His power and trust in Him!

]]> Jesus Heals Many

Jesus reveals his power over sickness, spirits, and fulfillment for us to trust Him. See His power and trust in Him!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17347822 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2502 full false Matthew 8:5-13 | June 8 Matthew 8:5-13 | June 8 Jesus Marvels At the Centurion's Faith

Faith is a desperate and dependent reliance upon Jesus. His authority and compassion produce in us a faith worth marveling.

]]> Jesus Marvels At the Centurion's Faith

Faith is a desperate and dependent reliance upon Jesus. His authority and compassion produce in us a faith worth marveling.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17306549 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2750 full false Matthew 8:1-4 | June 1 Matthew 8:1-4 | June 1 Jesus Heals a Leper

We should trust and follow Jesus because he has FULL AUTHORITY and a heart FULL OF COMPASSION.
He has the power to rescue, redeem and renew our lives.

]]> Jesus Heals a Leper

We should trust and follow Jesus because he has FULL AUTHORITY and a heart FULL OF COMPASSION.
He has the power to rescue, redeem and renew our lives.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17268134 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0700 2509 full false Matthew 7:24-29 | May 25 Matthew 7:24-29 | May 25 Build On the Rock

Jesus invites us to build our house on Him. When we don’t, we are on the path to destruction. When we do, we withstand anything because our joy is in Him. So build your house on Him!

]]> Build On the Rock

Jesus invites us to build our house on Him. When we don’t, we are on the path to destruction. When we do, we withstand anything because our joy is in Him. So build your house on Him!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17235202 Mon, 26 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2368 full false Matthew 7:15-23 | May 18 Matthew 7:15-23 | May 18 Jesus tells us to enter through Him, who is the narrow gate that brings LIFE. This genuine faith is a heart that has been changed. It is changed by asking "Help me to hallow your name" and inevitably produces joy-filled, authentic fruit.

]]> Jesus tells us to enter through Him, who is the narrow gate that brings LIFE. This genuine faith is a heart that has been changed. It is changed by asking "Help me to hallow your name" and inevitably produces joy-filled, authentic fruit.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17192703 Mon, 19 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2572 full false Matthew 7:13-14 | May 11 Matthew 7:13-14 | May 11 An Invitation to the Way of Life

We naturally take the wide gate that leads to destruction, but Jesus invites us to experience life. This life of joy looks crazy to those that don’t trust or treasure Him, but there is nothing better for those of us who experience it.

]]> An Invitation to the Way of Life

We naturally take the wide gate that leads to destruction, but Jesus invites us to experience life. This life of joy looks crazy to those that don’t trust or treasure Him, but there is nothing better for those of us who experience it.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17148057 Mon, 12 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2216 full false Matthew 7:7-12 | May 4 Matthew 7:7-12 | May 4 Our Generous God

God delights in answering our prayers!

]]> Our Generous God

God delights in answering our prayers!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17102800 Mon, 05 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2383 full false Matthew 7:1-6 | April 27 Matthew 7:1-6 | April 27 Hypocrisy

Jesus calls us to abandon our condemning attitudes so that we can mirror God’s mercy to the world.

]]> Hypocrisy

Jesus calls us to abandon our condemning attitudes so that we can mirror God’s mercy to the world.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17102788 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2336 full false 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 | April 20 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 | April 20 Easter

Easter is about Jesus! The most important event in the history of the world has the power to change your life. The Resurrection can reframe everything.

]]> Easter

Easter is about Jesus! The most important event in the history of the world has the power to change your life. The Resurrection can reframe everything.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-17014361 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2038 full false Matthew 6:25-34 | April 13 Matthew 6:25-34 | April 13 Anxiety

Trusting God in how He lovingly provides for us frees us from the anxiety that comes with worrying. Being anxious robs us of the peace and joy He intends for us to experience in Him!

]]> Anxiety

Trusting God in how He lovingly provides for us frees us from the anxiety that comes with worrying. Being anxious robs us of the peace and joy He intends for us to experience in Him!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16976385 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2453 full false Matthew 6:19-24 | April 6 Matthew 6:19-24 | April 6 What Do You Treasure?

It is all about the heart! God cares about our hearts, and what we pursue. Either we pursue earthly things and get earthly treasure or we pursue heavenly things and get more JOY! But we cannot pursue both. 

]]> What Do You Treasure?

It is all about the heart! God cares about our hearts, and what we pursue. Either we pursue earthly things and get earthly treasure or we pursue heavenly things and get more JOY! But we cannot pursue both. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16932217 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2430 full false Matthew 6:16-18 | March 30 Matthew 6:16-18 | March 30 Fasting

It's all about the heart!

]]> Fasting

It's all about the heart!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16892468 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0700 2057 full false Matthew 6:9-15 | March 23 Matthew 6:9-15 | March 23 Help! I Need Somebody

Jesus shows us how to pray. Prayer is a call to God saying HELP ME!

]]> Help! I Need Somebody

Jesus shows us how to pray. Prayer is a call to God saying HELP ME!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16850853 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0700 2455 full false Matthew 6:5-8 | March 16 Matthew 6:5-8 | March 16 Prayer Is the Work

The gift of God-honoring prayer is about a sincere heart-felt connection to God.

]]> Prayer Is the Work

The gift of God-honoring prayer is about a sincere heart-felt connection to God.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16807295 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0700 1868 full false Matthew 6:1-4 | March 9 Matthew 6:1-4 | March 9 Reward and Righteousness

Rewards are good! Rewards from the Father are far better than rewards from earth. Seek the right reward, which is God’s glory and our good! 

]]> Reward and Righteousness

Rewards are good! Rewards from the Father are far better than rewards from earth. Seek the right reward, which is God’s glory and our good! 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16773639 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0700 2521 full false Matthew 5:38-47 | March 2 Matthew 5:38-47 | March 2 On Retaliation

Jesus instructs his listeners in an upside-down approach to conflict resolution. Love your enemies. Loving your enemies is how God plans to Glorify himself & perfect you. May we look, love, & lead like our Father!

]]> On Retaliation

Jesus instructs his listeners in an upside-down approach to conflict resolution. Love your enemies. Loving your enemies is how God plans to Glorify himself & perfect you. May we look, love, & lead like our Father!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16725882 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2085 full false Matthew 5:27-37 | February 23 Matthew 5:27-37 | February 23 The Law As A Mirror

God cares about the HEART! Not just behaviors. We get it wrong when we make it about performance, not the affections.

]]> The Law As A Mirror

God cares about the HEART! Not just behaviors. We get it wrong when we make it about performance, not the affections.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16683872 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0800 2529 full false Matthew 5:21-26 | February 16 Matthew 5:21-26 | February 16 Is All Anger Sinful?

How does living in God's kingdom change how we handle anger?
How can we relate to anger differently so we can be LIGHT to the world?

]]> Is All Anger Sinful?

How does living in God's kingdom change how we handle anger?
How can we relate to anger differently so we can be LIGHT to the world?

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16648674 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0800 2276 full false Matthew 5:17-20 | February 9 Matthew 5:17-20 | February 9 The Point of the Old Testament

The point of the law and prophets is to point to Jesus.

]]> The Point of the Old Testament

The point of the law and prophets is to point to Jesus.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16605119 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0800 2432 full false Matthew 5:13-16 | February 2 Matthew 5:13-16 | February 2 Salt and Light

Because of your relationship with the King, you are now a carrier of the upside down kingdom. The blessed life is an invitation to experience Jesus, and therefore impact and invite others into this blessed life.

]]> Salt and Light

Because of your relationship with the King, you are now a carrier of the upside down kingdom. The blessed life is an invitation to experience Jesus, and therefore impact and invite others into this blessed life.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16563376 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0800 2556 full false Matthew 5:10-12 | January 26 Matthew 5:10-12 | January 26 Fruit In Kingdom Living

The fruit of Kingdom living is expressing peace and experiencing persecution with Jesus. By living this way, you walk a well-worn path of those who have gone before, and sought the Lord.

]]> Fruit In Kingdom Living

The fruit of Kingdom living is expressing peace and experiencing persecution with Jesus. By living this way, you walk a well-worn path of those who have gone before, and sought the Lord.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16523762 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0800 2258 full false Matthew 5:6-8 | January 19 Matthew 5:6-8 | January 19 Cultivate Kingdom Affections

We are living in an upside down kingdom. Fruit for those of us who are in Christ does not look like fruit to the rest of the world. It looks different because fruit is found in the affections. 

]]> Cultivate Kingdom Affections

We are living in an upside down kingdom. Fruit for those of us who are in Christ does not look like fruit to the rest of the world. It looks different because fruit is found in the affections. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16486373 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0800 1941 full false Matthew 5:1-5 | January 12 Matthew 5:1-5 | January 12 Right Side Up Is Upside Down

Jesus’ invitation to His kingdom is for everyone. We can cultivate healthy kingdom living by following the words of Jesus.

]]> Right Side Up Is Upside Down

Jesus’ invitation to His kingdom is for everyone. We can cultivate healthy kingdom living by following the words of Jesus.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16437510 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0800 1941 full false Matthew 5-7 | January 5 Matthew 5-7 | January 5 Sermon on the Mount Overview

The sermon on the mount is Jesus’s thesis on kingdom living. As we walk in the kingdom, we experience all-satisfying joy. 

]]> Sermon on the Mount Overview

The sermon on the mount is Jesus’s thesis on kingdom living. As we walk in the kingdom, we experience all-satisfying joy. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16398142 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0800 2297 full false Ephesians 5:15-21 | December 29 Ephesians 5:15-21 | December 29 Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16363973 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2002 full false Luke 2 | Christmas Eve Luke 2 | Christmas Eve Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16363967 Wed, 25 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0800 1302 full false Isaiah 11:1-9 | December 22 Isaiah 11:1-9 | December 22 Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16363965 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2410 full false Isaiah 9:1-7 | December 15 Isaiah 9:1-7 | December 15 Joy Is Here

The Savior radically transforms
The Savior frees from bondage
The Savior is "built different"

]]> Joy Is Here

The Savior radically transforms
The Savior frees from bondage
The Savior is "built different"

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16303631 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2153 full false Isaiah 9:3-5 | December 8 Isaiah 9:3-5 | December 8 Jesus Produces Joy

Jesus comes to bring joy to our sadness and freedom to our oppression. The war is over, and the King is here in the form of a baby.

]]> Jesus Produces Joy

Jesus comes to bring joy to our sadness and freedom to our oppression. The war is over, and the King is here in the form of a baby.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16264599 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2597 full false Isaiah 9:1-2 | December 1 Isaiah 9:1-2 | December 1 The Light Has Dawned

God is a Missional God. He shines His light into the darkest places in us. Then, He uses His light in us, to shine into the darkest places in the world.  

]]> The Light Has Dawned

God is a Missional God. He shines His light into the darkest places in us. Then, He uses His light in us, to shine into the darkest places in the world.  

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16217520 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2316 full false Matthew 4:18-25 | November 24 Matthew 4:18-25 | November 24 First Followers

Jesus calls us to follow Him, and be made into Fishers of Men as we get a glimpse of the life-transforming power of being with Jesus in His Kingdom

]]> First Followers

Jesus calls us to follow Him, and be made into Fishers of Men as we get a glimpse of the life-transforming power of being with Jesus in His Kingdom

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16180242 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0800 1867 full false Matthew 4:12-17 | November 17 Matthew 4:12-17 | November 17 Light In Darkness

Jesus is the light that has dawned, we must turn from the darkness and experience the joy of the Light. And that light shines out of us to a dark world.

]]> Light In Darkness

Jesus is the light that has dawned, we must turn from the darkness and experience the joy of the Light. And that light shines out of us to a dark world.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16142346 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2674 full false Matthew 4:1-11 | November 10 Matthew 4:1-11 | November 10 Temptation and the Greater Moses

Remember who Jesus is, praise Him for who He is, resist temptation, and imitate Christ

]]> Temptation and the Greater Moses

Remember who Jesus is, praise Him for who He is, resist temptation, and imitate Christ

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16095141 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2545 full false Matthew 3:13-17 | November 3 Matthew 3:13-17 | November 3 The Baptism of Jesus

God’s witness helps us trust Jesus more. God heralds Jesus as the Messiah through John the Baptist, His holy Scriptures, and Himself. And when we trust Jesus more, we are happier.

]]> The Baptism of Jesus

God’s witness helps us trust Jesus more. God heralds Jesus as the Messiah through John the Baptist, His holy Scriptures, and Himself. And when we trust Jesus more, we are happier.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16055300 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2218 full false Matthew 3:1-12 | October 27 Matthew 3:1-12 | October 27 John the Baptist

Jesus is here! God is paving the way for His  Kingdom through John the Baptist… pleading with us to be transformed by turning to Jesus alone.

]]> John the Baptist

Jesus is here! God is paving the way for His  Kingdom through John the Baptist… pleading with us to be transformed by turning to Jesus alone.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-16014296 Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2029 full false Matthew 2 | October 20 Matthew 2 | October 20 There are two approaches to Jesus' birth: respond in worship as the wise men did, or react in the flesh as Herod did.

]]> There are two approaches to Jesus' birth: respond in worship as the wise men did, or react in the flesh as Herod did.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15973040 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2295 full false Ephesians 2:1-10 | October 13 Ephesians 2:1-10 | October 13 First Birthday Celebration

Apart from Jesus we are enemies of God. Despite our efforts, we are never good enough compared to a perfect God; but He doesn’t leave us there...

]]> First Birthday Celebration

Apart from Jesus we are enemies of God. Despite our efforts, we are never good enough compared to a perfect God; but He doesn’t leave us there...

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15932206 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2423 full false Matthew 1:18-25 | October 6 Matthew 1:18-25 | October 6 Christmas In October

The Messiah is here. He comes in full Divinity and poor humanity. And that is good news that brings us great joy!

]]> Christmas In October

The Messiah is here. He comes in full Divinity and poor humanity. And that is good news that brings us great joy!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15892775 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0700 1823 full false Matthew 1:12-17 | September 29 Matthew 1:12-17 | September 29 Babylon: The Exile Is Over

Jesus is our true home. Only in Him do we find perfect peace (shalom).

]]> Babylon: The Exile Is Over

Jesus is our true home. Only in Him do we find perfect peace (shalom).

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15852672 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2264 full false Matthew 1:6-11 | September 22 Matthew 1:6-11 | September 22 The King Is Here

Jesus is the greater and better David. He is the king we long for, the priest who brings us to God, and the conqueror of sin and death.

]]> The King Is Here

Jesus is the greater and better David. He is the king we long for, the priest who brings us to God, and the conqueror of sin and death.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15809861 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2264 full false Matthew 1:1-6 | September 15 Matthew 1:1-6 | September 15 Abraham: The Blessing Is Here

God ALWAYS fulfills His promises!

]]> Abraham: The Blessing Is Here

God ALWAYS fulfills His promises!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15770583 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0700 2417 full false Matthew Overview | September 8 Matthew Overview | September 8 Spending time with Jesus by living in the Kingdom makes us happier.

]]> Spending time with Jesus by living in the Kingdom makes us happier.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15729593 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2147 full false 1 Kings 19 | September 1 1 Kings 19 | September 1 Communitas Sunday

The same God who was faithful to Elijah in his fear and despair is the same God who is faithful to us today.

]]> Communitas Sunday

The same God who was faithful to Elijah in his fear and despair is the same God who is faithful to us today.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15691195 Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2310 full false 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28 | August 25 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28 | August 25 God Will Sanctify His Church

God is faithful. He will make us holy which makes us happy.

]]> God Will Sanctify His Church

God is faithful. He will make us holy which makes us happy.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15653607 Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2543 full false 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 | August 18 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 | August 18 How To Church In Hard Times

In God’s Kingdom, we always seek to love and bless everyone.

]]> How To Church In Hard Times

In God’s Kingdom, we always seek to love and bless everyone.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15614636 Tue, 20 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2322 full false 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 | August 11 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 | August 11 Look Up

For those in Jesus, we won't be surprised that Jesus is coming back. That truth changes the way we live today in joy-filled anticipation.

]]> Look Up

For those in Jesus, we won't be surprised that Jesus is coming back. That truth changes the way we live today in joy-filled anticipation.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15577801 Tue, 13 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2388 full false 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 | August 4 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 | August 4 Grief and Hope

Paul wants the Thessalonians to know that for those who are in Christ, death does not have the final word. 

Jesus is coming back.

]]> Grief and Hope

Paul wants the Thessalonians to know that for those who are in Christ, death does not have the final word. 

Jesus is coming back.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15541036 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0700 1747 full false 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 | July 28 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 | July 28 More and More

Spiritual growth is an ongoing journey that begins with the Lordship of Christ in our lives. This applies to every area of our life, especially our sexuality. As we walk with the Spirit, we will grow in purity, holiness and love, reflecting more and more the character and nature of Christ.

]]> More and More

Spiritual growth is an ongoing journey that begins with the Lordship of Christ in our lives. This applies to every area of our life, especially our sexuality. As we walk with the Spirit, we will grow in purity, holiness and love, reflecting more and more the character and nature of Christ.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15501938 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2361 full false Luke 6:20-26 | July 21 Luke 6:20-26 | July 21 "Wanted"

Luke shows us that Jesus is like no other: He comes with a message that the Kingdom of God is here and available for us to enjoy, but not in ways that we might think.

]]> "Wanted"

Luke shows us that Jesus is like no other: He comes with a message that the Kingdom of God is here and available for us to enjoy, but not in ways that we might think.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15462664 Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2250 full false 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 | July 14 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 | July 14 The Point of Paul's Letter

Paul’s threefold prayer for the Thessalonians is that they would love one another, grow in holiness, and keep their eyes set on the future return of Jesus.

]]> The Point of Paul's Letter

Paul’s threefold prayer for the Thessalonians is that they would love one another, grow in holiness, and keep their eyes set on the future return of Jesus.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15418058 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2445 full false 1 Thessalonians 3:6-3:10 | July 7 1 Thessalonians 3:6-3:10 | July 7 The "Good" News

To Paul’s relief, Timothy gave a good report! The faith of the Thessalonians brought about comfort and joy to Paul and others around them.

]]> The "Good" News

To Paul’s relief, Timothy gave a good report! The faith of the Thessalonians brought about comfort and joy to Paul and others around them.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15387659 Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0700 1918 full false 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5 | June 30 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5 | June 30 The "Bad" News

Paul explains to the Thessalonians why he sent Timothy and his concern about their response to suffering for the Gospel. We experience encouragement when we engage in authentic Christian community during our moments of suffering.

]]> The "Bad" News

Paul explains to the Thessalonians why he sent Timothy and his concern about their response to suffering for the Gospel. We experience encouragement when we engage in authentic Christian community during our moments of suffering.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15351251 Tue, 02 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2394 full false 1 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5 | June 23 1 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5 | June 23 The Word of God

The Word of God changes us. The Thessalonians received the word of God as God’s Word. This transformed them into co-sufferers with Christ.

]]> The Word of God

The Word of God changes us. The Thessalonians received the word of God as God’s Word. This transformed them into co-sufferers with Christ.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15312710 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2189 full false 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 | June 16 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 | June 16 Living As Proof

Paul gently reminds the Thessalonians that opposition to the Gospel is expected, but did not stop Paul & Silas from preaching the Gospel. Their motive was pure, their method was proven, and the message was received as they modeled Christ.

]]> Living As Proof

Paul gently reminds the Thessalonians that opposition to the Gospel is expected, but did not stop Paul & Silas from preaching the Gospel. Their motive was pure, their method was proven, and the message was received as they modeled Christ.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15271791 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2737 full false 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10 | June 9 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10 | June 9 Getting the Gospel

Paul expresses his deep gratitude to God for the Thessalonians and reminds them of the Gospel they received to encourage them to keep going.

]]> Getting the Gospel

Paul expresses his deep gratitude to God for the Thessalonians and reminds them of the Gospel they received to encourage them to keep going.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15233055 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2737 full false 1 Thessalonians 1:1 | June 2 1 Thessalonians 1:1 | June 2 Welcome to Thessalonica

The start of 1 Thessalonians shows us God using His people to build His Church, and for that He deserves all of the glory.

]]> Welcome to Thessalonica

The start of 1 Thessalonians shows us God using His people to build His Church, and for that He deserves all of the glory.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15194770 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2370 full false Romans 16:25-27 | May 26 Romans 16:25-27 | May 26 Praise God Forever

Paul concludes his passionate, insightful, and hope-inducing letter by making it indisputably clear that God deserves all the credit, praise, recognition, all the glory for our joy-filled relationship with him. 

]]> Praise God Forever

Paul concludes his passionate, insightful, and hope-inducing letter by making it indisputably clear that God deserves all the credit, praise, recognition, all the glory for our joy-filled relationship with him. 

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15160173 Tue, 28 May 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2684 full false Romans 15:22-33 | May 12 Romans 15:22-33 | May 12 The Mission Of God

Paul tells us of his extensive travel plans, his motive in traveling approximately 3200 miles, to encourage and be encouraged to live on Mission for Jesus.

]]> The Mission Of God

Paul tells us of his extensive travel plans, his motive in traveling approximately 3200 miles, to encourage and be encouraged to live on Mission for Jesus.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15069691 Tue, 14 May 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2505 full false Romans 15:14-21 | May 5 Romans 15:14-21 | May 5 Encouragement From Paul

As Paul begins his wrap-up of Romans, he tells the Roman church the HOW of God’s work in His own life and WHAT is next for them as a Church SENT with the hope of the Gospel, wherever they go, live, work and play.

]]> Encouragement From Paul

As Paul begins his wrap-up of Romans, he tells the Roman church the HOW of God’s work in His own life and WHAT is next for them as a Church SENT with the hope of the Gospel, wherever they go, live, work and play.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-15027735 Tue, 07 May 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2461 full false Romans 15:8-13 | April 28 Romans 15:8-13 | April 28 People of Hope

As Paul ends the body of this letter, he summarizes in a brief prayer the essence of the experience of every true follower of Jesus- We are people who are full and overflowing with HOPE. God provides us substantial, lasting, life-transforming hope because He is the promised hope that gives us a promised hope.

]]> People of Hope

As Paul ends the body of this letter, he summarizes in a brief prayer the essence of the experience of every true follower of Jesus- We are people who are full and overflowing with HOPE. God provides us substantial, lasting, life-transforming hope because He is the promised hope that gives us a promised hope.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14986121 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2496 full false Romans 15:1-7 | April 21 Romans 15:1-7 | April 21 Love One Another

Hope expressed in authentic Christian love is absolutely stunning. Paul wants us to understand that those of us loved by God are people who endure and encourage, and that produces hope.

]]> Love One Another

Hope expressed in authentic Christian love is absolutely stunning. Paul wants us to understand that those of us loved by God are people who endure and encourage, and that produces hope.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14949214 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2555 full false Romans 14:13-23 | April 14 Romans 14:13-23 | April 14 Promoting Peace

Paul is making it clear, loving other believers is the overwhelming value and expression that flows from our experience of being loved by God. In today’s text, Paul shows us precisely how God’s love is lived out through us.

]]> Promoting Peace

Paul is making it clear, loving other believers is the overwhelming value and expression that flows from our experience of being loved by God. In today’s text, Paul shows us precisely how God’s love is lived out through us.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14901760 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0700 2368 full false Romans 14:1-12 | April 7 Romans 14:1-12 | April 7 Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

Paul insists that we welcome and warmly embrace brothers and sisters whose expressions of faith might be radically different from our own. In doing so, we maintain unity in the body of Christ and glorify God through our relationships with each other.

]]> Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

Paul insists that we welcome and warmly embrace brothers and sisters whose expressions of faith might be radically different from our own. In doing so, we maintain unity in the body of Christ and glorify God through our relationships with each other.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14850281 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0700 2505 full false John 21 | March 31 John 21 | March 31 Easter

Easter is the Good News of a GREAT REDEMPTION. Easter means second chances are available and there is no better example of this than the way that Jesus pursues Peter, which is good news for us too!

]]> Easter

Easter is the Good News of a GREAT REDEMPTION. Easter means second chances are available and there is no better example of this than the way that Jesus pursues Peter, which is good news for us too!

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14807644 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2710 full false Luke 19:28-40 | March 24 Luke 19:28-40 | March 24 Palm Sunday

Jesus expectantly comes not to fulfill our expectations, but to meet our deepest needs. He may not be the king we expected but he’s the king we need.

]]> Palm Sunday

Jesus expectantly comes not to fulfill our expectations, but to meet our deepest needs. He may not be the king we expected but he’s the king we need.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14774491 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2035 full false Romans 13:11-14 | March 17 Romans 13:11-14 | March 17 The Sun Has Risen

The son has risen, we are in the light. Paul wants to make sure that we live like it. He is concerned that we might be needlessly and foolishly stumbling around in the darkness, unaware that we are still in the darkness when we can and should be enjoying all the advantages that inevitably accompany living in the light.

]]> The Sun Has Risen

The son has risen, we are in the light. Paul wants to make sure that we live like it. He is concerned that we might be needlessly and foolishly stumbling around in the darkness, unaware that we are still in the darkness when we can and should be enjoying all the advantages that inevitably accompany living in the light.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14723383 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2545 full false Romans 13:8-10 | March 10 Romans 13:8-10 | March 10 Owe Only Love

Love is the unmistakable, inevitable expression of those who treasure Jesus; those who have experienced the life-giving, life-transforming power of the love of God.

]]> Owe Only Love

Love is the unmistakable, inevitable expression of those who treasure Jesus; those who have experienced the life-giving, life-transforming power of the love of God.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14678360 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0700 2334 full false Romans 13:1-7 | March 3 Romans 13:1-7 | March 3 God, Government, and Taxes

Flowing directly from Paul’s direction to make sure our LOVE is genuine in our relationships with one another, even extending to our enemies, he now tells us to submit to civil authorities.

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Flowing directly from Paul’s direction to make sure our LOVE is genuine in our relationships with one another, even extending to our enemies, he now tells us to submit to civil authorities.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14634005 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2424 full false Romans 12:17-21 | February 18 Romans 12:17-21 | February 18 Overcoming Evil with Love
Evil is overcome by the goodness of God.

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Evil is overcome by the goodness of God.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14540908 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2558 full false Romans 12:14-16 | February 11 Romans 12:14-16 | February 11 God's Best, Our Best, Others' Best
Paul in Romans unpacks how and why we relate to different people in a variety of ways for the purposes of
1. Church unity and
2. Living as examples of the love of God to the yet-to-believe world.

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Paul in Romans unpacks how and why we relate to different people in a variety of ways for the purposes of
1. Church unity and
2. Living as examples of the love of God to the yet-to-believe world.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14482773 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0800 1829 full false Romans 12:9-13 | February 4 Romans 12:9-13 | February 4 Evidence vs Ingredients of Faith
Paul continues to articulate what authentic faith looks like by giving us a description of genuine love. This is not intended to be a list that we manufacture but rather the manifestation of faith from faith for faith—it is literally the evidence of a life being transformed by the Love of God in Christ (5:8). This is the supernatural life of love, which we have all experienced & Paul has described in chapters 1-11

]]> Evidence vs Ingredients of Faith
Paul continues to articulate what authentic faith looks like by giving us a description of genuine love. This is not intended to be a list that we manufacture but rather the manifestation of faith from faith for faith—it is literally the evidence of a life being transformed by the Love of God in Christ (5:8). This is the supernatural life of love, which we have all experienced & Paul has described in chapters 1-11

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14451924 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2388 full false Romans 12:3-8 | January 28 Romans 12:3-8 | January 28 How Transformed Thinkers Think
Because of a new life in Jesus, Paul tells us WHO we are as the body of Christ so that we will know HOW to love one another in the body of Christ, as we each use our unique gifting and God-given passions WHEREVER we live, wherever we work and wherever we play on mission together in the Kingdom of God.

]]> How Transformed Thinkers Think
Because of a new life in Jesus, Paul tells us WHO we are as the body of Christ so that we will know HOW to love one another in the body of Christ, as we each use our unique gifting and God-given passions WHEREVER we live, wherever we work and wherever we play on mission together in the Kingdom of God.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14408788 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2246 full false Romans 12:2 | January 21 Romans 12:2 | January 21 Thinking Rightly Romans 12:
Paul knows the secret to joyfully living sacrificially is tied to being transformed in the mind. Our thoughts can be our greatest enemies or our greatest allies when it comes to walking in the way of Jesus.

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Paul knows the secret to joyfully living sacrificially is tied to being transformed in the mind. Our thoughts can be our greatest enemies or our greatest allies when it comes to walking in the way of Jesus.

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14372437 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2448 full false Romans 12:1 | January 14 Romans 12:1 | January 14 Expressing our Experiences
In light of all that Christ has done for us, how should we respond to the Gospel?
1. Give God everything
2. Meditate on mercy
3. Remember that our soul is most satisfied when we sacrifice everything for Jesus

]]> Expressing our Experiences
In light of all that Christ has done for us, how should we respond to the Gospel?
1. Give God everything
2. Meditate on mercy
3. Remember that our soul is most satisfied when we sacrifice everything for Jesus

]]> Vintage Grace Buzzsprout-14322274 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0800 2102 full false Romans Recap | January 7 Romans Recap | January 7 The Gospel is everything to us. 
The wonder and beauty of God’s plan of salvation experienced by His people shouts to the world the glory of God and calls all those far from God to turn their hearts to him.
1-7-24

]]> The Gospel is everything to us. 
The wonder and beauty of God’s plan of salvation experienced by His people shouts to the world the glory of God and calls all those far from God to turn their hearts to him.
1-7-24

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