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Grace Church Eden Prairie
Hosted by Grace Church · EN
Sermon podcasts of Grace Church, located in Eden Prairie and Chaska, MN.
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Macedonian Call
4d ago00:34:04Tap to summarizePastor Steve Harrison taught from Acts 15:36–16:15, showing how God advances His mission through conflict, concession, calling, and conversion. He began by examining the sharp disagreement between Paul and Barnabas over John Mark, emphasizing that even godly leaders experience conflict, yet God can still work through difficult situations to accomplish His purposes. The sermon highlighted the eventual reconciliation between Paul, Barnabas, and Mark as a picture of Christian forgiveness, humility, and restoration. Pastor Steve then explained why Paul had Timothy circumcised, clarifying that Paul was not compromising the gospel but removing unnecessary barriers that could hinder ministry among Jewish people. He also explored how the Holy Spirit guided Paul and his team through both closed and open doors, ultimately leading them to Macedonia and expanding the gospel into Europe. Finally, the message focused on Lydia’s conversion in Philippi, reminding believers that while Christians are called to faithfully share the gospel, it is God alone who opens hearts and transforms lives. Pastor Steve concluded by encouraging the church to engage boldly in God’s mission, remove unnecessary hindrances to gospel witness, and trust the Holy Spirit to save people through the message of Jesus Christ.
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Grace
2w ago00:36:38Tap to summarizePastor Troy taught from Acts 15, showing how the early church gathered to address a major question: whether Gentile believers needed to follow Jewish law to be saved. He explained that false teachers were adding requirements to the gospel, saying “Jesus plus works” instead of salvation by grace alone through faith alone. Peter responded by affirming that both Jews and Gentiles are saved the same way - through faith in Christ and the cleansing work of the Holy Spirit. James confirmed this by pointing to Scripture, showing that the inclusion of the Gentiles was always part of God’s plan. The council ultimately agreed that salvation is by grace alone, not human effort or religious rule-keeping. However, they also encouraged Gentile believers to live in ways that promoted unity and avoided unnecessary offense to Jewish believers. The sermon emphasized that grace must both be defended as sufficient in Christ and displayed in how Christians love and live with one another.
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Tribulations
3w ago00:34:02Tap to summarizePastor Troy highlights the importance of gospel conviction, Christian perseverance, and faith under trial, drawing from Acts 14 to show how Paul and Barnabas remained bold despite opposition, persecution, and suffering. He emphasizes that tribulation in the Christian life is not abnormal but part of God’s plan, requiring believers to stand firm in biblical truth and unwavering faith. The message also warns against both fear of rejection and the danger of seeking human approval, calling Christians to pursue God-centered living and spiritual endurance. Ultimately, it encourages believers to develop strong Christian convictions rooted in Jesus Christ in order to faithfully navigate hardship and advance the gospel.
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3w ago00:34:02Tap to summarizePastor Troy highlights the importance of gospel conviction, Christian perseverance, and faith under trial, drawing from Acts 14 to show how Paul and Barnabas remained bold despite opposition, persecution, and suffering. He emphasizes that tribulation in the Christian life is not abnormal but part of God’s plan, requiring believers to stand firm in biblical truth and unwavering faith. The message also warns against both fear of rejection and the danger of seeking human approval, calling Christians to pursue God-centered living and spiritual endurance. Ultimately, it encourages believers to develop strong Christian convictions rooted in Jesus Christ in order to faithfully navigate hardship and advance the gospel.
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Sent Out
4w ago00:39:47Tap to summarizePastor Troy walks through Acts 13 as a turning point where the church shifts from gathering to actively sending. In Antioch, the Holy Spirit sets apart Barnabas and Saul through prayer and fasting, launching an intentional gospel mission. As they go, they encounter both eager belief and strong opposition. Paul proclaims Jesus as the fulfillment of God’s promises and the only source of salvation. Though some reject the message, others respond with joy, showing the gospel’s power to divide and transform. Through it all, God’s mission advances, calling believers to faithful obedience in both success and hardship.
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4w ago00:39:47Tap to summarizePastor Troy walks through Acts 13 as a turning point where the church shifts from gathering to actively sending. In Antioch, the Holy Spirit sets apart Barnabas and Saul through prayer and fasting, launching an intentional gospel mission. As they go, they encounter both eager belief and strong opposition. Paul proclaims Jesus as the fulfillment of God’s promises and the only source of salvation. Though some reject the message, others respond with joy, showing the gospel’s power to divide and transform. Through it all, God’s mission advances, calling believers to faithful obedience in both success and hardship.
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Rescue
Apr 1900:40:26Tap to summarizePastor Troy walks through Acts 12 as a powerful story of God’s sovereignty unfolding through persecution, rescue, and judgment. Acts 12 begins with deep loss as James is killed and Peter is imprisoned, reminding us that following God does not mean avoiding suffering. With no worldly power, the church responds through earnest prayer, placing its trust fully in God. God then miraculously rescues Peter, even as the believers struggle to believe their prayers are being answered. In contrast, King Herod’s pride leads to his sudden and humbling death, showing that human authority cannot stand against God. Through it all, God’s Word continues to grow and multiply, calling us to trust His goodness and sovereignty even when outcomes don’t make sense.
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Apr 1900:40:26Tap to summarizePastor Troy walks through Acts 12 as a powerful story of God’s sovereignty unfolding through persecution, rescue, and judgment. Acts 12 begins with deep loss as James is killed and Peter is imprisoned, reminding us that following God does not mean avoiding suffering. With no worldly power, the church responds through earnest prayer, placing its trust fully in God. God then miraculously rescues Peter, even as the believers struggle to believe their prayers are being answered. In contrast, King Herod’s pride leads to his sudden and humbling death, showing that human authority cannot stand against God. Through it all, God’s Word continues to grow and multiply, calling us to trust His goodness and sovereignty even when outcomes don’t make sense.
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Sending
Apr 1200:33:32Tap to summarizeThe sermon from Acts 11 teaches that a healthy, Spirit-led church balances deep fellowship with an outward mission, welcoming all people God saves rather than becoming inward-focused. Through Peter’s defense of Gentile inclusion and the growth of the church in Antioch, we see that the gospel breaks cultural and religious barriers and forms one united family centered on Christ. A faithful church is marked by welcoming unexpected people, clearly reflecting Jesus, and living out generosity and unity as evidence of the gospel at work.
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Apr 1200:33:32Tap to summarizeThe sermon from Acts 11 teaches that a healthy, Spirit-led church balances deep fellowship with an outward mission, welcoming all people God saves rather than becoming inward-focused. Through Peter’s defense of Gentile inclusion and the growth of the church in Antioch, we see that the gospel breaks cultural and religious barriers and forms one united family centered on Christ. A faithful church is marked by welcoming unexpected people, clearly reflecting Jesus, and living out generosity and unity as evidence of the gospel at work.
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