In this sermon from John 18, Pastor Jeremiah walks us into the opening moments of the passion narrative to show that Jesus is not losing control but revealing it. As betrayal, arrest, and darkness close in, John’s Gospel makes clear that every step toward the cross is purposeful and willing: the King is fully in control, the Shepherd steps forward to shield His people, and the Savior freely drinks the cup of judgment in their place. This passage confronts our assumptions about control, suffering, and safety, inviting both believers and skeptics to see that the cross is not a tragic interruption of Jesus’ mission but its very heart—and to consider what it means to trust a sovereign, self-giving King when life feels most uncertain. 

Preacher: Jeremiah Smith | Date: January 11, 2026 | Scripture: John 18:1-11 

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What is Christmas really all about? In this Christmas Eve message from Grace City Church, Pastor Dave explores the heart of Christmas by asking one powerful question: why did Jesus come? Using the timeless words of Hark the Herald Angels Sing, this sermon walks through the humility of Christ’s birth, the hope found in His death and resurrection, and the promise of new life available to all who believe. Whether you’re hearing the Christmas story for the first time or being reminded again, this message invites you to stop, listen, and consider what it means to receive the greatest gift ever given: Jesus, our Savior and King.

Preacher: Dave Robinson | Date: December 24, 2025 | Scripture: Luke 2 

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Join Pastor Jeremiah for Grace City Church’s first Christmas Eve service in Oakridge as he reflects on the timeless message of hope found in Luke 2:11: “Unto you is born this day a Savior.” In this heartfelt Christmas message, Jeremiah invites listeners to rediscover the wonder of the Christmas story—moving beyond familiarity to encounter the personal, present, and life-changing good news of Jesus’ birth. Exploring the meaning of “unto you,” “is born,” “this day,” and “a Savior,” this sermon proclaims God’s love for all people, the humility of the incarnation, the light that shines in our darkness, and the salvation offered through Christ. Whether you are a longtime follower of Jesus or hearing this message for the first time, this episode invites you to receive anew the hope, joy, peace, and new life that Christmas brings. Merry Christmas from Grace City Church.

Preacher: Jeremiah Smith | Date: December 21, 2025 | Scripture: Luke 2:8-14 

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In this Advent message from Grace City Church, Pastor Jeremiah reflects on the profound gift of God’s presence—Emmanuel, “God with us.” Drawing a compelling contrast between the mystery of an anonymous artist like Banksy and the Christmas story, this sermon proclaims that God has not remained distant or hidden but has revealed Himself fully in Jesus Christ. Through Matthew 1, we explore how Jesus’ coming means our past can be forgiven, our present transformed, and our future secured, reminding us that Christmas is not merely sentimental but salvific. Whether you feel weary, searching, or confident in faith, this message invites you to behold the wonder of a God who draws near, walks with us in every season, and holds our lives forever in His hands.

Preacher: Jeremiah Smith  | Date: December 14, 2025 | Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

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In this Advent message from Grace City Church, we reflect on the deep longing for peace that surfaces at Christmas and why the peace we expect is often not the peace Jesus promises. We explore Scripture to uncover the true meaning of “peace on earth," which is not the absence of conflict, but reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ. This message invites both long-time Christians and those who are curious or weary to rediscover Christmas as more than sentimentality: it is the announcement that lasting peace is available to all who receive it through Christ. 

Preacher: Jeremiah Smith | Date: December 21, 2025 | Scripture: Luke 2:8-14 

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Pastor Dave continues the series Unwrapping the Gift by exploring the gift of presence: Emmanuel, God with us. Through a memorable and heartfelt Christmas story, he challenges us to examine where we place our hope during the holiday season and reminds us how easily misplaced expectations can lead to disappointment. Looking at Israel’s longing for the Messiah and our modern Christmas hopes, this sermon points us to the true and lasting hope found not in gifts, traditions, or circumstances, but in Jesus himself. 

Preacher: Dave Robinson | Date: December 14, 2025 | Scripture: Matthew 1:23 

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Experience an encouraging Advent message as we explore “Grace: God For Us” through Romans 8:31–39. In this sermon, we reflect on the many facets of the gospel revealing how God meets us in our struggles, strengthens us in our weariness, and reminds us that nothing can separate us from His love in Christ Jesus. Through stories, Scripture, and the powerful imagery of God defending and restoring His people, we are invited to see how Christ transforms our groaning into glory and makes us “more than conquerors.”

Preacher: Chris Greenwood | Date: December 7, 2025 | Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

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Experience this uplifting Advent message from Grace City Church as guest preacher Kelly Reid invites us to unwrap “the gift of joy” found in the incarnation of Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 2:9, Kelly reflects on the humility of Jesus taking on flesh, the hope found even in His suffering, and the glory of His exaltation—showing why the birth of a child 2,000 years ago still fills our hearts with wonder today. Filled with personal stories, Christmas traditions, and a call to refocus on Christ amid the season’s noise, this sermon reminds us that true joy is both a gift and a choice, rooted in the new life Jesus gives. 

Preacher: Kelly Reid | Date: November 30, 2025 | Scripture: Hebrews 2:9 

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In this powerful message from Grace City Church, Elder Tim Smith closes our “Do You Believe?” series by exploring the doctrine of the future—Christ’s return, the resurrection of believers, God’s final judgment, and the eternal home promised to those in Christ. With Scripture as the foundation, Tim challenges us to ask the most important question: Are we prepared for our ultimate future? This sermon invites believers to fix their hope not on what fades, but on the blessed promise of Jesus’ return, the renewal of our bodies, and the joy of dwelling forever with God. 

Preacher: Tim Smith | Date: November 23, 2025 | Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 

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Join us for a powerful message from Grace City Church in Calgary as Pastor Dave shares a deeply personal story of loss, redemption, and the unwavering hope found in Jesus. Walking through John 17, we reflect on Christ’s prayer for all believers — that we would know we are loved, united through the Holy Spirit, and held in an eternal hope that cannot be shaken. Be encouraged by the reminder that before we even knew Him, Jesus was already praying for us, and today He continues to intercede for His people. 

Preacher: Dave Robinson | Date: November 16, 2025 | Scripture: John 17:20-26 

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