Grace Point Church

Snow has a way of covering everything—dirt, dead plants, the mess you’d rather not see. And in Psalm 51:7, David uses that exact picture to pray, “Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.” In this short devotional filmed during the “snowpocalypse” in Northwest Arkansas, Pastor Joel Hastings shows how God doesn’t just clean us up—He covers us with a deeper cleansing than we could ever achieve on our own. 

David’s prayer includes a surprising word: hyssop—a plant used in Scripture to apply the blood of the lamb at Passover (Exodus) and later appearing again at the cross (John 19). It’s a powerful reminder that the only way we’re made clean is through the sacrifice of Jesus, our true Lamb—so that when the Father looks at us, He sees Christ’s righteousness covering our sin. 

Here’s a couple key takeaways

• Real cleansing isn’t self-improvement—it’s the mercy of God washing us through Christ. 

• Hyssop connects the story: the blood of the lamb in Exodus points us to Jesus on the cross. 

• Let the snow preach to you this week: you are covered—live in that reality.

Snow has a way of covering everything—dirt, dead plants, the mess you’d rather not see. And in Psalm 51:7, David uses that exact picture to pray, “Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.” In this short devotional filmed during the “snowpocalypse” in Northwest Arkansas, Pastor Joel Hastings shows how God doesn’t just clean us up—He covers us with a deeper cleansing than we could ever achieve on our own. 

David’s prayer includes a surprising word: hyssop—a plant used in Scripture to apply the blood of the lamb at Passover (Exodus) and later appearing again at the cross (John 19). It’s a powerful reminder that the only way we’re made clean is through the sacrifice of Jesus, our true Lamb—so that when the Father looks at us, He sees Christ’s righteousness covering our sin. 

Here’s a couple key takeaways

• Real cleansing isn’t self-improvement—it’s the mercy of God washing us through Christ. 

• Hyssop connects the story: the blood of the lamb in Exodus points us to Jesus on the cross. 

• Let the snow preach to you this week: you are covered—live in that reality.

Baptism can feel like a strange church moment—get in the water, get dunked, everyone claps. But Jesus didn’t include it in the Great Commission as a random tradition. In Matthew 28:19, baptism is tied to discipleship because it represents something massive: if you’re a disciple of Jesus, you’re dead to who you were and alive to who He is. 

In this message, Pastor Joel Hastings unpacks why baptism matters, what it symbolizes, and why it’s the first step of obedience for every believer. Drawing from Romans 6, we see baptism as a picture of burial and resurrection—leaving the old life in the grave and walking in newness of life. And we’re reminded that what we need more than anything else isn’t a quick fix—it’s more of Jesus, the King who supplies everything we need. 

Here’s a couple key takeaways

• Baptism doesn’t save you, but it is a first step of obedience for every believer—and it preaches what Jesus has done. 

• If you’re dead to your old self, don’t go digging back in the grave—leave the old sin behind. 

• You don’t need more strength—you need more of Jesus. He is everything you need. 

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Baptism can feel like a strange church moment—get in the water, get dunked, everyone claps. But Jesus didn’t include it in the Great Commission as a random tradition. In Matthew 28:19, baptism is tied to discipleship because it represents something massive: if you’re a disciple of Jesus, you’re dead to who you were and alive to who He is. 

In this message, Pastor Joel Hastings unpacks why baptism matters, what it symbolizes, and why it’s the first step of obedience for every believer. Drawing from Romans 6, we see baptism as a picture of burial and resurrection—leaving the old life in the grave and walking in newness of life. And we’re reminded that what we need more than anything else isn’t a quick fix—it’s more of Jesus, the King who supplies everything we need. 

Here’s a couple key takeaways

• Baptism doesn’t save you, but it is a first step of obedience for every believer—and it preaches what Jesus has done. 

• If you’re dead to your old self, don’t go digging back in the grave—leave the old sin behind. 

• You don’t need more strength—you need more of Jesus. He is everything you need. 

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Connect with Grace Point Church:

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracepointnwa

Facebook: https://facebook.com/gracepointnwa

Website: https://gracepointchurch.net

Last words matter. And Jesus’ last words to His disciples are His last words to us: “All authority… Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.” This message is a wake-up call for 2026—Jesus isn’t asking for casual Christians. He’s forming disciples who follow close, live surrendered, and join His unstoppable mission in the world. 

As we continue our January series Formed & Sent, Pastor Joel Hastings unpacks Matthew 28:18–20 and shows why the Great Commission changes everything: Jesus has the authority, Jesus gives the mission, and Jesus defines discipleship as learning His way (His “yoke”) and becoming like Him. From first-century discipleship to modern-day obedience, we’re challenged to ask: are we willing not just to die for Jesus—but to live for Him every day? 

Here’s a couple key takeaways

• Jesus has all authority—so we can trust Him, and we must obey Him. 

• Discipleship means staying close enough to Jesus that His life “rubs off” on yours. 

• The question isn’t “Would you die for Him?”—it’s “Will you live for Him?”

Last words matter. And Jesus’ last words to His disciples are His last words to us: “All authority… Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.” This message is a wake-up call for 2026—Jesus isn’t asking for casual Christians. He’s forming disciples who follow close, live surrendered, and join His unstoppable mission in the world. 

As we continue our January series Formed & Sent, Pastor Joel Hastings unpacks Matthew 28:18–20 and shows why the Great Commission changes everything: Jesus has the authority, Jesus gives the mission, and Jesus defines discipleship as learning His way (His “yoke”) and becoming like Him. From first-century discipleship to modern-day obedience, we’re challenged to ask: are we willing not just to die for Jesus—but to live for Him every day? 

Here’s a couple key takeaways

• Jesus has all authority—so we can trust Him, and we must obey Him. 

• Discipleship means staying close enough to Jesus that His life “rubs off” on yours. 

• The question isn’t “Would you die for Him?”—it’s “Will you live for Him?”

What do you do when you’re trying to follow Jesus… and your heart keeps bouncing between worship and doubt?

In this message from Matthew 28:16–20, Pastor Joel Hastings walks us through the Great Commission and highlights one of the most surprising details in the entire scene: “they worshiped Him, but some doubted.” Before Jesus sends His disciples into the world, He calls them to Himself—because we can’t live “sent” lives unless we’re first being formed by Him.

Here’s what we’re learning as we begin our new series, Formed & Sent: Jesus isn’t looking for the most impressive people—He’s looking for disciples who will keep their eyes on Him, come back to worship, and obey… even in the middle of doubt.

Here's a couple key takeaways

• Jesus calls you to Himself before He sends you out.

• Doubt doesn’t disqualify you—it’s an invitation to believe and obey again.

• When you take your eyes off Jesus, you sink… but a simple prayer still changes everything: “Lord, save me.”

What do you do when you’re trying to follow Jesus… and your heart keeps bouncing between worship and doubt?

In this message from Matthew 28:16–20, Pastor Joel Hastings walks us through the Great Commission and highlights one of the most surprising details in the entire scene: “they worshiped Him, but some doubted.” Before Jesus sends His disciples into the world, He calls them to Himself—because we can’t live “sent” lives unless we’re first being formed by Him.

Here’s what we’re learning as we begin our new series, Formed & Sent: Jesus isn’t looking for the most impressive people—He’s looking for disciples who will keep their eyes on Him, come back to worship, and obey… even in the middle of doubt.

Here's a couple key takeaways

• Jesus calls you to Himself before He sends you out.

• Doubt doesn’t disqualify you—it’s an invitation to believe and obey again.

• When you take your eyes off Jesus, you sink… but a simple prayer still changes everything: “Lord, save me.”

We hope you enjoy and benefit from Grace Point Church's messages. Thank you for taking time to listen!

We hope you enjoy and benefit from Grace Point Church's messages. Thank you for taking time to listen!