Pete Payne preaches the fourth message of our "Summer of Psalms." Using Psalm 138, Pete asks us a series of questions. What hope occupies your thoughts? In both days that are filled with good things as well as days that you are facing struggles, what thoughts rose to an exalted position in your thinking? What rises to the exalted position of thinking in the mind of God? In vs. 2 the psalmist answers this question, "for you have exalted above all things your name and your word." What relation to God's thoughts and what He exalts have to my thoughts and what I exalt in my thinking?

"Summer of Psalms", Psalm 138

Craig Cabaniss preaches the third sermon in the "Summer of Psalms." Psalm 139 gives us an intimate picture of God. In this psalm we see answers to many common questions. God, do you really know what's going on in my life? God, where are you? In verse after verse, David shows us how God knows everything about us, our thoughts, actions and words before they even happen. Christians should take comfort in the knowledge that God is with us every moment of the day and has not left us alone.

"Summer of Psalms", Psalm 139

Craig Cabaniss preaches the second message of the "Summer of Psalms". In Psalm 103 David begins with a call to worship, to praise the God of the universe, and not to forget all of His benefits. He ends with instructing every person to praise the Lord. This is one of the primary things we do when we gather on Sunday. We seek not to forget any of the Lord's benefits.

"Summer of Psalms", Psalm 103

Craig Cabaniss preaches the inaugural message of the "Summer of Psalms". Starting with Psalm 33, we see a call to exuberant worship (4 verses), then reasons to praise (19 verses). Honest emotion and honest questions about the human conditions are expressed in the Psalms. If you are feeling it, there is likely a Psalm that expresses your situation. At the same time the Psalms express the nature and character of God (Godward focus).

"Summer of Psalms", Psalm 33

Craig Cabaniss preaches the last message of our sermon series in the book of 1 Timothy. In verses 6:17-21, we see that Paul is issuing a summary statement for Timothy's calling. The emphasis that Paul has given Timothy for his church comes in three parts, 1. Sound belief, 2. Sound doctrine and 3. Sound practice. Paul brings these together in vs. 20 when he tells Timothy to guard the deposit (God's Truth) that has been entrusted to you. Keywords: Truth, Belief, Doctrine, Practice, Guard, Church.

"Guard the Truth Part 20", 1 Timothy 6:17-21

Josh Jordan, a Care Group leader at Grace Church Frisco, brings us a message from Philippians. Using verses 4:6-7, Josh demonstrates how we are to live in God's presence through prayer and to be protected by His peace. Keywords: Peace, Prayer Requests, Anxious, Sovereignty.

"Let Your Requests Be Made Known to God", Philippians 4:6-7

Craig Cabaniss preaches part 19 of our series in 1 Timothy.  In chapter 6:11-16, Craig shows us this text asks of us something great.  This passage is for the people saying, "give me something to do for God."

"Guard the Truth Part 19", 1 Timothy 6:11-16

After searching the Scriptures regarding mothers, although not fully determinative, Pete Payne shares how a mother's teaching is of great value and it exerts a powerful influence in the lives of her children.  Three points expounded on, 1) the value of a mothers teaching, 2) the power of a mother's influence and 3) the joyful privilege and sober responsibility of being a gospel-centered mother.  Scriptures:  Proverbs 1:8-9, Proverbs 6:20, Proverbs 14:1, Proverbs 31:1, Titus 2.

"Gospel Centered Moms"

Nearing the finish of the book of 1 Timothy, Craig Cabaniss preaches Part 18 using verses 3-10 of chapter 6. 

"Guard the Truth Part 18", 1 Timothy 6:3-10

Craig Cabaniss preaches Part 17 in our sermon series in 1 Timothy.  Using verses 6:1-2, Craig teaches that we are to represent God with our behavior at work.

"Guard the Truth Part 17", 1 Timothy 6:1-2

In Part 16 of our sermon series in 1 Timothy, Craig Cabaniss asks the question, "Why all this concern over elders?"  Craig answers this question using vs. 5:17-25, it's because God loves His church.

"Guard the Truth Part 16", 1 Timothy 5:17-25

Craig Cabaniss brings us Part 15 in our sermon series on 1 Timothy.  In 1 Timothy 5:1-16, Craig teaches on how we are to practically express mercy to those in need in our family at home and as well as to our church family.

"Guard the Truth Part 15", 1 Timothy 5:1-16

Craig Cabaniss preaches part 14 from our sermon series in 1 Timothy.  In vs. 11-16 Paul sets forth things that he wants Timothy to do until he returns.  Paul instructs Timothy to pay close attention to his life and doctrine and to live his life in a way that reflects the gospel's power in his life.

"Guard the Truth Part 14", 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Guest speaker, Dave Harvey, Senior Pastor of Covenant Fellowship Church in Philadelphia and a member of the Sovereign Grace Leadership Team, examines three claims the gospel places on our lives 1) go forward, uncertain, 2) prepare for difficulty, 3) value it (the gospel) above all.  In the unpacking of this area of scripture, Dave asks the question, "What is your Jerusalem (your audacious gospel call)."

"The Audacious Claim of the Unstoppable Gospel"

Dave Harvey, the author of "When Sinners Say 'I Do', Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage," brings us Part 2 from our Marriage Seminar. Using Titus 2:11-15, Dave encourages us by showing how God's grace represents His commitment to help us change. Keywords: Marriage, Mercy, Grace, Spouse, Husband, Wife.

"Marriage Seminar Part 2", Titus 2:11-15

Dave Harvey, the author of "When Sinners Say 'I Do', Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage," brings us Part 1 from our Marriage Seminar. Using Luke 6:27-36, Dave shows us how Jesus tells us we are to demonstrate mercy to others just as our Father in heaven has been merciful to us. Keywords: Marriage, Mercy, Grace, Spouse, Husband, Wife.

"Marriage Seminar Part 1", Luke 6:27-36

On Easter Sunday, Craig Cabaniss asks, "What if there is no resurrection?" Using the text from 1 Corinthians Paul asks the church the same question, showing the gravity of this pivotal event in Christianity. Key Words: My kingdom for a horse!, William Bennett, the Lost Kingdom, King Richard III, The Book of Virtues, Earl of Richmond Want of a Nail, Christ, Resurrection, Dead, Raised, faith futile, still in your sin, dead in Christ perished, pitied, firstfruits.

"What's So Important About the Resurrection?", 1 Corinthians 15:12-28

What makes someone Godly? Using 1 Timonthy 4:6-10, Craig Cabaniss shows us that Godliness is not defined by what someone doesn't do, but rather Godliness is about whom we pursue, living with a reverance, a respect and awe for God. Psalm 16:8, I have set the Lord always before me. Keywords: Godliness, Godly, behavior.

"Guard the Truth Part 13", 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Pete Payne brings us Part 12 of our sermon series on the book of 1 Timothy. In 1 Timothy 4:1-5, Pete shows us that Paul lays out how individuals should behave in the household of God. Recorded March 9, 2008. Grace Church is in Frisco, Texas (gracechurchfrisco.org). Keywords: Household of God, Church, individualistic, behavior. On a side note, Pete tries to offer a compelling argument against cilantro.

"Guard the Truth Part 12", 1 Timothy 4:1-5