Sermon in a sentence: God has called a plurality of male elders to lead local churches through teaching the Word, devoting themselves to prayer, and being an example of Godly living.

Hebrews 13:17

Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you.

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: God has called men and women to obedience through the unique roles He created for them.

Ephesians 2:8

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: Through Christ, the one mediator between God and man, we've been given the privilege and responsibility to pray often and intentionally.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, and though our sins are many His mercy is more.

1 Timothy 1:15

The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: The church must protect and be devoted to sound doctrine in order to glorify God and love one another.

1 Timothy 1:5

The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: Jephthah shows us that we can know about God without actually knowing God, and the Lord desires steadfast love and knowledge of God rather than burn offerings and sacrifice.

Hosea 6:6

For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings.

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: Abimelech's life is full of sin and self-centeredness, but it serves the purpose of pointing us to Christ and all His humility and holiness.

Matthew 6:24

No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money

Taught by Austin Roden.

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Sermon in a sentence: In Gideon's life we see a tragic ending, but God still uses it mightily to bring freedom to Israel. If we are not careful to keep our eyes fixed on God, we will begin to think more highly of ourselves than we should.

1 Peter 2:11-12

Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation.

Taught by Eric Beck.

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Sermon in a sentence: Gideon, a man from the least of the tribes and the least in his family, is called to be a tool in the hand of God to bring about Israel’s repentance and restoration.

2 Corinthians 12:9

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Taught by Eric Beck

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Acts 2:42-47

Intentional Community: We strive for intentional and vulnerable community as the body of Christ through small groups, discussing the word of God, and praying for and with each other. 

Prayer: We call upon the Lord in prayer to praise Him, confess our sins, thank Him and align our will with His. 

Be Missional: We encourage, empower, and equip the missional activity of the members of GCBC. 

Taught by Austin Roden

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