Grace Clarksville

Does our church exist in this community or for this community?  How we answer this question makes all the difference. Scriptures and Keywords:  Nehemiah 4, Community, City, Church, Purpose, Mission, Nehemiah To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

When church-people think church-vision, we usually think of blueprints, programs, and upcoming expenses.  It's so much more than that.  You might be surprised at what we consider a vision for a church. Scriptures and Keywords:  Philippians 2:12-16, Church, Vision, Future, Unity, Selfishness, Philippians 2 To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Do you have a vision for your life?  How about starting the new year off with a plan guaranteed to make 2009 a better year? Scriptures and Keywords:  Joshua 24, Vision, Life Plan, Commitment, Christ, Goal To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

As we wrap up another Christmas, let’s look back on 2008, consider how blessed we really are, then re-check our attitude towards another year. Scriptures and Keywords:  Philippians 3-4, Thankful, Gratitude, Contentment, Renew, Change To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Jesus entered the world to bring us hope.  He came to save us from ourselves.  In a messed up world, more than ever, this Christmas we need Jesus to save us! Scriptures and Keywords:  Matthew 1:18-25, Jesus, Savior, Sin, World, Hope, Salvation, Forgiveness, Christmas To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

The Christmas story not only introduces us to the person we worship.  It also teaches us how to worship. Scriptures and Keywords:  Luke 2:8-20, Christmas, Worship, Shepherds, Praise To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

During Christmas we are all consumed with giving gifts. The greatest gift we can give our kids or grandkids is to be a spiritual influence in their life. Scriptures and Keywords:  Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Christmas, Family, Kids, Teens, Faith To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

What we think we deserve and what God gives us is not always the same.  What we think others deserve and what God gives them is never the same.  In this message, we'll discover God's value system is much different than our own. Scriptures and Keywords:  Matthew 20:1-17; Luke 17:20-21l, Punishment, Consequences, Grace, First, Last, Vineyard, Workers, Parable To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

The Kingdom of Heaven is a term Jesus used often, but one we seldom understand.  If we ever get a picture of what Jesus is trying to teach us, it will change everything about how we live our life. Scriptures and Keywords:  Matthew 13:31-32, Matthew 13:44-46, Mustard Seed, Kingdom, Hidden Treasure, Jesus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Watch the news long and you'll become afraid.  The economy is impacting all of us.  Will it impact Christmas?  Should it?  How should we as believers approach Christmas this year in light of the current economic situation? Scriptures and Keywords:  Matthew 6:24-33, Christmas, Money, Worry, Fear, Trust, Economy, God To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Often we fail to recognize the value of life experiences. God uses the good and bad experiences of our life to shape and mold us for His glory.  We need to realize that our unique experiences have eternal value if we will submit them to Christ and let Him use them as He will.Scriptures and Keywords:  Philippians 1:12, 19-21, 2 Corinthians 1:8-9, 1 Samuel 17:34-37, Experiences, Unique, God's Plan, Life Experience, God's GloryTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Ever feel like you must be the weirdest guy on the planet?  Or wish that everyone else could be more like you?  No matter which extreme most fits you, the answer is the same.  Join us as we seek to accept and embrace the unique personality God has given each of us.Scriptures and Keywords:  Psalm 139:13-16, Unique, Personality, Creation, Weird, Wonderfully MadeTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

God says we are fearfully and wonderfully made.  What’s the deal?  If I’m so wonderful, why do I spend so much time trying to be anyone but me?Scriptures and Keywords:  Psalm 139, 1 Samuel 8, Creation, Self-esteem, Confidence, Unique, Individual, LifeTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

“So many of us struggle in marriage as a result of ineffective communication strategies.  We muddle through misunderstandings and assumptions with our spouse and often fail to resolve conflicts in healthy ways.  Today’s message will bring clarity to the confusion of marital communication.   Dr. Hughes presents four strategies for effective communication.  Husbands and wives carry a great responsibility to love each other well.  These proven strategies will only help us better love and communicate.”To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

No matter how real our faith stories ares to us, being able to communicate those stories to others is a challenge.  What is the right way to tell someone about who Jesus is and what He can do for him?  Is there a right way?  Today, we’ll look at an old story to gain new insights into telling our stories.Scriptures and Keywords:  Acts 8:26-39, Philip, Ethiopian Eunuch, Witness, Testify, Testimony, EvangelismTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

 Sharing our faith today is different because of culture changes; yet it is still our command from God.  Let’s watch as Jesus encountered the culture, but was able to share His story with others.Scriptures and Keywords:  Luke 19:1-10, Salvation, Faith, Evangelism, Relationships, Jesus, ZacchaeusTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

What does Jesus' body look like?  I think Operation Serve answered that question for us.  Join us as we celebrate how God used us to reveal Himself to our city. Scriptures and Keywords:  John 13, Operation Serve, Service, Body of ChristTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Ever thought that the Bible is just for preachers or for Sundays?  You're not alone.  The Bible has been misinterpreted, abused, and ignored...by followers of God!  In this message, we'll discover why Scripture is important and how to apply it to our lives.Scriptures and Keywords:  Nehemiah 8 & 9, Bible, Scripture, Authority, Hermeneutics, Ezra, NehemiahTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Learning how to pray is one of the most critical steps for a believer to achieve, yet for many of us it seems to be something most believers struggle to do well.  What can we learn from Hezekiah that can help us learn "how to pray"?Scriptures and Keywords:  2 kings 18-19, Prayer, How to Pray, Hezekiah, Faith, Trust, Strength, God, HonestyTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right:

Most of us approach prayer like we're at the mall sitting on Santa's lap.  We might be surprised to find out that prayer is less about a wish list and more about honesty.Scriptures and Keywords:  Genesis 4, Prayer, Dependence, Honesty, Cain, Seth, EnoshTo leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: