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In this episode, Pastor Bart Horton continues his exposition of Titus 3:1-2, diving deep into what it means to "be subject to rulers, to authorities." This challenging message addresses one of the most practical questions Christians face: How do we remain faithful to God while living in an ungodly world?Pastor Bart explains that when Paul commands us to submit to earthly authorities, we're actually submitting to God's delegated authority - even when those authorities are immoral or oppose Christian values. Using examples from Romans 13 and the early church's experience under hostile Roman rule, he shows that our mandate to submit doesn't depend on the government's morality.This message will challenge popular Christian responses to government - both the "retreat to compounds" mentality and the "political activism as primary calling" approach. Instead, Pastor Bart presents a third way: living as citizens of heaven while faithfully submitting to God's sovereign authority expressed through earthly institutions.Key topics include:

• Why all earthly authority comes from God
• How submission to imperfect government honors Christ
• The difference between our heavenly citizenship and earthly participation
• When and how to resist authority biblically
• Practical principles for maintaining proper perspective on politics

This episode offers essential biblical guidance for Christians navigating today's politically charged environment while maintaining faithfulness to Christ above all earthly allegiances.
Grace Bible Church is located in Hutchinson, KS USA

This week on Growing In Grace: Are you tired of the chaos around us? Many Christians today are either running to isolated compounds or diving into political activism, convinced they can fix our broken culture. But what if both responses miss the mark entirely? In this powerful message from Titus 3:1-2, Pastor Bart Horton tackles one of the most practical questions facing believers today: How do we remain faithful to God while living in an increasingly ungodly world? You might be surprised by Paul's answer. It's not about retreating from society or becoming a political warrior. Instead, Paul gives us something far more radical - and far more challenging. He shows us how to be people who have "the stench of the world on our clothes with the fresh air of heaven in our souls."Pastor Bart reveals why our judgment of government morality can't change our mandate to submit to authority, how our ability to live under immoral leadership actually proves we're not of this world, and why our main responsibility isn't to save the government God has established. This isn't just theory - the believers in Crete who first received this letter were living under hostile pagan authorities. Yet Paul didn't give them an exit strategy or a political battle plan. He gave them something that would transform how they viewed every interaction with the world around them. Join us for this eye-opening study that will challenge your assumptions about Christian citizenship and show you God's surprising path to faithful living in turbulent times. Growing in Grace is presented by Grace Bible Church of Hutchinson, KS, featuring the verse-by-verse Bible teaching of Pastor Bart Horton.

What does it take to truly speak for God? In this episode, Pastor Bart Horton concludes his powerful 2 part series on Titus 2:15, exploring the three essential requirements for anyone called to communicate God's truth: Possessing the capacity to know His Word, Communicating with His authority, and Humbly insisting on conformity to His standards. Drawing from the remarkable ministry of George Whitefield and Jesus' own example, Pastor Bart challenges both shepherds and believers to embrace a ministry that is constant, clear, confrontational, courageous, complete, and humble. This isn't just for preachers—it's for every Christian who wants to faithfully represent Christ in everyday conversations, family discussions, and ministry opportunities. If you've ever wondered what separates true biblical teaching from mere opinion-sharing, or how to bring God's Word to bear on real-life situations with both grace and authority, this message will equip and challenge you. Join us as we discover what it means to be faithful messengers of the God who speaks

Growing In Grace is brought to you by Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, KS

In this episode of Growing in Grace, we explore Titus 2:15 and the crucial difference between sharing opinions and speaking God's truth with divine authority. When God's Word is preached faithfully, it carries the weight of heaven itself—not because of the messenger's eloquence, but because the Author is perfectly true and His Word is perfectly reliable. Learn what it means to communicate biblical truth with the authority it deserves, whether you're behind a pulpit or in everyday conversation. Growing in Grace is brought to you by Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, KS featuring the preaching of Pastor Dr. Bart Horton.

Join Growing in Grace, brought to you by Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, with Pastor Bart Horton. In this study of Titus chapter 2, discover the life-changing power of God's grace.Paul shows us that the same grace that saves us also teaches us how to live. Christ didn't just pay the ransom to free us from sin—His grace transforms our daily lives, relationships, and character. This practical chapter gives clear guidance for godly living that applies to everyone, whether you're new to Christianity or growing deeper in your faith.Explore how God's amazing grace, purchased through Christ's sacrifice, doesn't just get us to heaven—it changes how we live on earth today. This is Bible study that moves beyond theory to real-life transformation through the gospel.

Join Growing in Grace, brought to you by Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, with Pastor Bart Horton. In this study of Titus chapter 2:14, discover the life-changing power of God's grace. This is part one of a two-week look at what Paul shows us about the same grace that saves us, also teaches us how to live. Christ didn't just pay the ransom to free us from sin—His grace transforms our daily lives, relationships, and character. This practical chapter gives clear guidance for godly living that applies to everyone, whether you're new to Christianity or growing deeper in your faith. Explore how God's amazing grace, purchased through Christ's sacrifice, doesn't just get us to heaven—it changes how we live on earth today. This is a Bible study that moves beyond theory to real-life transformation through the gospel.

In a world filled with uncertainty and darkness, where do we find real hope? In this episode of Growing In Grace, we explore the transformative power of having a "fixed and sure hope" in Christ that goes beyond temporary circumstances. Join us as we dive into what it truly means to be rescued from a world of despair and given an eternal perspective that should dominate our souls. This isn't just about feeling better about life's challenges—it's about understanding the profound reality of a Savior who reaches into our darkness and offers us something the world cannot: genuine, lasting hope. We'll examine how this hope should fundamentally change how we live, serve, and bring glory to God's name. When we truly grasp what Christ has done for us, it transforms everything—our priorities, our perspective, and our purpose.

Key Topics Covered:

• The difference between worldly optimism and biblical hope
• How eternal perspective transforms daily living
• Living in light of our future with Christ
• Allowing hope to draw us closer to God
• Serving and living for His glory

Whether you're struggling with life's difficulties or simply want to grow deeper in your faith, this episode will challenge you to examine whether the hope of eternity is truly dominating your soul and drawing you ever closer to the One who saved you.

Perfect for: Believers seeking encouragement, those questioning their eternal security, and anyone wanting to understand how biblical hope should impact daily life.

Join Pastor Bart Horton this week as he explores Titus 2:13 and the blessed hope we have in Christ's appearing. Discover how Paul's words about "looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ" should shape our daily Christian walk and fuel our anticipation for His return.

Growing In Grace is brought to you from Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, KS

In this episode we're in Titus chapter 2 verse 12, and last week Pastor Bart was explaining why we have to be careful not to get the cart before the horse spiritually speaking. That's exactly what happens in our spiritual lives when we try to earn God's grace through our goodness. We put the cart before the horse, and we're destined for failure. Here's the big take away  from today's passage - it's not about what YOU need to do. In Titus 2:12, Paul tells us what GRACE is doing. Grace is instructing us. Grace is teaching us. Grace is the one doing the heavy lifting in our sanctification. We've been conditioned to think: "If I'm good enough, THEN I'll have God's grace." But Scripture flips that completely upside down. The truth is: "BECAUSE you have God's grace, you can live a life that’s pleasing to God."Grace saves you, then grace sanctifies you.

Today, we're going to discover how to stop putting your spiritual cart before the horse and start letting grace do what only grace can do - transform you from the inside out. This is verse-by-verse Bible teaching that will equip you to live a life that brings glory to God.  So let’s pick up where we left off last week with Pastor Bart in Titus chapter 2, verse 12 here on Growing In Grace. Presented By Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson, KS.

Join Pastor Bart Horton from Grace Bible Church as he explores Titus 2:12 and how God's grace teaches us to live godly lives in this present age. Discover practical biblical wisdom for Christian living and spiritual growth. Visit GBCHUTCH.com for more resources from Grace Bible Church.