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This sermon was preached by Colin D on June 8th at Word of Grace Church.

The Day of Pentecost

In the last few weeks, we’ve been looking at God’s significant works. Two weeks ago, we looked at Jesus’ ascension after spending 40 days with his disciples. In heaven, he was given back his glory after his ascension. Before his ascension, Jesus told his disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit. This happened on the day of Pentecost. 

Acts 1:4-5 NIV – [4] On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. [5] For John baptized with water, but in a few days, you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”

This scripture is repeated in the Bible 6 times. It is very important.

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Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

Navaz shared this message on June 1st 2025, at Word of Grace Church Pune, a Born Again, Believer’s, English-speaking community.

We are all uniquely shaped, with different personalities and temperaments. We are also gifted differently by His manifold grace. Last week, we examined our identity and how God has shaped us for a larger purpose than just ourselves. God’s design for us is to be a part of a much bigger and grander design. So, no matter what we do in life, it all fits into an eternal purpose. Our job is to discover what part we play in God’s master plan.

Some things to keep in mind:

For a Christ follower, there is no secular and sacred divide: everything we do has a purpose.  Also, God has shaped each one of us uniquely, and we need to celebrate our differences: the introverts, the extroverts, the planners, the spontaneous, the thinkers, the feelers, the intuitive, the rationalists. God made us all!!

Last week, we examined how, throughout life, we adopt false narratives of ourselves. We examined how the world’s worldviews and belief systems can infiltrate our Christian thought and mask themselves in Christian language. We examined how we all have broken identities, and our alienation from God the Father has created an orphaned planet.

We all carry a father wound that needs healing. Please listen to last Sunday’s message if you were not here last week.

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Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

This sermon explores the significance of the Ascension of Jesus Christ—an often overlooked but crucial aspect of His earthly ministry. It recounts the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus and explains what the Ascension means for believers today. Drawing from Luke 24, Acts 1, John 17, Ephesians, Hebrews, and Philippians, the sermon highlights Jesus’ glorification, the sending of the Holy Spirit, His ongoing intercession, and His future return as Judge. (continue to read in the Blog)

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Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

Navaz shared this message on April 27th, 2025, at Word of Grace Church Pune, a Born Again, Believer’s, English-speaking community.

What are some of the things that have shaped or formed your identity? Think back to your childhood, school days, neighbourhood, etc. For me I grew up in Bandra West, Mumbai, which was predominantly a Catholic, Goan, East Indian neighbourhood. What about you?

How many forms of ‘self’ have you gone through? X the sporty type, or the Nerd or the fighter or the joker or the bully, etc., etc.

These are all false selves we put on to cope with our environment and give us a sense of worth. It comes from what is affirmed by our culture, environment, family, education, and significant others say about you.

So, we are multidimensional beings; besides that, have a body, soul, and spirit. Life is not black and white and does not move in one straight line. Many things shape us, colour our lenses, and create filters for how we perceive information. For example, there is a yellow board, but if you look through red lenses, you will see orange; if you look through blue lenses, you will see green.  

However, there is an identity which, when we find, we can truly begin to thrive, flourish and come into all that God has ordained for us. Before you dive into how to find our identity in Christ, we must first see what is wrong with the ones we have formed that are not shaped by Christ. We can’t fix what we don’t know is broken. (continue to read in the Blog)

Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

This is an edited version. Luca led this worship. Be blessed as you listen to this, and do write a comment on how the worship has blessed you.SETLIST

And now please Jesus – Key A 

Nothing Else – Cody Carnes – Key F
Be Still – Key F
Great Are You Lord – All Sons & Daughters (chorus) – Key F
Phil Wickham – Living Hope – Key A# G 

** Homegrown songs

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Word of Grace is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community that has people from every part of India and parts of the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called RegionsBeyond.

Colin shared this message on April 20th, 2025, at Word of Grace Church Pune, a Born Again, Believers, English-speaking community.

Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

Colin shared this message on April 18th, 2025, at Word of Grace Church Pune, a Born Again, Believers, English-speaking community.

Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

Ranjit R shared this message on April 13th, 2025, at Word of Grace Church Pune, a Born Again, Believers, English-speaking community.

This morning, I want to say that if you love Jesus, then nothing happens by chance.

If we are followers of Jesus, God makes everything beautiful at the right time. God has a great plan and good will for us which he is steadily bringing to pass.

If I tell you God’s will for you then that would make me a fortune teller. It is God who reveals His plans for you to you. I’m going to tell you how you can find God’s will for you.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV – [16] Rejoice always, [17] pray continually, [18] give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Today I’m offering you a treasure which is the Joy of the Lord, a map to the treasure and a key to open the treasure which is gratitude.

3 things are sure to lead you to the Lord –

Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

This message was shared by Navaz on April 6th, 2025 at Word of Grace Church Pune a Born Again, Believers, English language speaking community.

We are in the season of Lent, and it is good to reflect on the Cross and some of the things Jesus did for us. There are too many things to enumerate or elaborate on in 35 minutes. So, we will focus on only some of these today, and I hope this reflection will lead to more tremendous gratitude and worship of our wonderful Saviour.

Word of Grace⁠⁠ is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community with people from every part of India and the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called ⁠⁠RegionsBeyond⁠⁠.

This is an edited version. Samantha led this worship. Be blessed as you listen to this and do write a comment on how the worship has blessed you.SETLIST

Yeshu tera naam

Be lifted high

Spontaneous worship

Lead me to the Cross

Open the eyes

Spontaneous worship

Worthy of it all

For the Cross

** Homegrown songs

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Word of Grace is an Evangelical (Born Again),  Spirit-filled (Charismatic), Reformed, English-speaking church in Pune that upholds the Bible as God’s inspired Word for life. We are a church community that has people from every part of India and parts of the world. We are here to put the Great Command and the Great Commission into practice by equipping and releasing every member into works of service.  Word of Grace is part of a wider international family of Churches called RegionsBeyond.