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These videos have been filmed and written to complement messages preached at Grace Hills, but can also stand alone and are offered here to be freely available for any small group that wishes to utilize them.
Jesus was joyful! We usually have a picture of Him that makes Him stern and serious, but in His time, Jesus was accused of being a drunk party-goer because He hung out in questionable places with questionable people, bringing joy to their lives. It's entirely possible for us to capture His … [Read more...]
Joy is rare. At least the kind of deep, abiding joy that stays strong through any circumstance. Since it's rare, it's noticeable and creates a positive reflection on our faith. A lack of joy does just the opposite. This is part two of the small group study based on the series, Happy, Happy, … [Read more...]
You were meant for more. You were meant for joy, and it's an intentional choice that doesn't depend on circumstances, other people, or emotions. Kay Warren said, "joy is the settled assurance that God is in control of all the details of my life, the quiet confidence that ultimately everything is … [Read more...]
Rather than offering a video for this week's Grace Group meetings, we're providing this discussion guide that digs deeper into Sunday's message. Download the Jesus Mission Accomplished - Talk It Over Guide or view it below... Jesus: Mission Accomplished Talk It Over Guide At Grace … [Read more...]
Gettings smarter is okay, but leaves us frustrated if we fail to connect what we're learning to God's eternal purposes for our lives. Download the Group Study Leader's Guide (pdf) View on Vimeo View on Youtube … [Read more...]
Being holy isn't about doing holy things, like keeping rituals or rules. Instead, it's about allowing God to have all of who we are so that He can grow us through the means He has chosen. How God Grows Us to Be Holy Like Him - Group Leaders Guide (pdf) View on Vimeo View on Youtube … [Read more...]
This study was filmed on the final weekend of the year and helps us to consider our consistency in our spiritual development. In particular, this study tackles how we can grow in our worship and Bible study life, not just as individuals, but as a group. Life Together In the Word - Group Study … [Read more...]
We usually think of shame as a bad reaction to things we've done wrong, or wrong things that have been done to us. But shame is really an emotion that causes us to hide when it would be healthier to be exposed. Sometimes, we even hide good things, like the gospel. Download the Group Study Guide … [Read more...]
We all carry pain, and God is definitely Healer. But God uses friends, family, and fellow humans to carry us through pain. In this group study, we'll talk about how to be there for someone in pain. Download the Grace Group Guide (pdf) View on Youtube Instead … [Read more...]
We all feel inadequate at times. But when we use our inadequacy as an excuse to avoid life's challenges, we miss out on the joy and blessing of being used by God in big ways. Download the Group Study (pdf) View on Youtube Download the Source Video … [Read more...]
The key to finding joy in any relationship is not found in deciding how to get other people to make you happy. Rather, it’s found in deciding to put others first and make yourself a servant. In other words, it’s selflessness. Listen as Pastor Brandon teaches about how to choose joy by putting the needs [...]
