Courage is not the absence of fear. It is choosing to trust God even when the path in front of us feels impossible. In this message, Pastor Phil walks through Joshua 1:1–9, where Joshua is called to lead the nation of Israel after the death of Moses and to guide them across the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Faced with an overwhelming responsibility and an impossible situation, God gives Joshua a clear command that is repeated throughout the passage: “Be strong and courageous.”This sermon explores what happens when believers step forward in courage and trust the promises of God. Through Joshua’s example, we are reminded that courage begins with submitting to God’s purposes, trusting His promises, standing on His commands, and making His Word the foundation of our lives. When we choose to trust God with the “Jordans” in front of us, the things that seem impossible, God responds with His presence, His provision, and His promises that never fail.

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Sermon Notes:

I. We must be willing to submit to God's purposes.

1) Submission begins with preparation.

2) Submission requires perseverance.

II. We must be willing to trust in God's promises.

1) Of His provision

2) Of His presence

III. We must be willing to stand on God's precepts.

IV. We must be willing to make God's Word our passion.

1) We must devote ourselves to the Word.

2) We must be doers of the Word.

---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

Fear is something every person faces. It can come from finances, relationships, health, uncertainty, or the future. In this message, Pastor Phil Griffin reminds us that fear is not new, and we are not alone in it.Rooted in Isaiah 41:10, this sermon walks through God’s clear and compassionate response to fear. God does not minimize our struggles, but He speaks directly into them with promises of His presence, His power, and His provision. When fear threatens to overwhelm us, God reminds us that He is with us, He is our God, and He will strengthen, help, and uphold us.This message highlights four truths we can anchor our lives to when fear arises:God is presentGod is personalGod is powerfulGod is our providerRather than calling us to ignore fear, Scripture calls us to trust the One who stands with us in the middle of it. Fear loses its grip when we remember who God is and whose we are.---Sermon Notes:I. We can live without fear because God is present.II. We can live without fear because God is personal.III. We can live without fear because God is powerful.IV. We can live without fear because of God's provision.---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

What does God do when His people face persecution?In this message, How God Responds When We Are Persecuted, we walk through Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:10–12 and discover a powerful truth that often goes unspoken: persecution is not an accident in the Christian life. It is expected, it is purposeful, and it is never wasted. Jesus teaches that following Him will bring opposition, but He also promises blessing, growth, and eternal reward for those who remain faithful. This sermon explores how God uses persecution to strengthen our faith, deepen our trust, and remind us that this world is not our final home.

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Sermon Notes:

I. He reminds us that persecution should be expected.

1) Persecution is proof of genuine salvation.

2) Persecution is part of the normal Christian life.

A) Because of the life we live

B) Because of the Lord we love

II. He reminds us that persecution is edifying.

III. He reminds us that persecution has an eternal reward.

1) The promise is sure

2) The company is spectacular

---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

Failure is something every believer knows all too well. In this honest and hope filled message, Pastor Phil reminds us that the question is not if we fail God, but how God responds when we do.Centered primarily in John 21, this sermon walks through the life of Peter, one of the most relatable figures in Scripture. From bold confidence to painful denial, Peter’s failure could have marked the end of his story. Instead, it became the place where God’s grace, patience, and restoring love were put on full display. Through passages including Luke 22:62, Mark 16:7, and Acts 2:22–24, we see how God responds to failure. He calls us. He comes after us when we pull away. He challenges our hearts. And He restores us to purpose, not by shaming us, but by reminding us of who we belong to and what He created us to do.

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Sermon Notes:

I. He called for him

II. He came to him

1) Notice our tendency

2) Notice Jesus' tenacity

III. He challenged him

1) Jesus reminded him of his past

2) Jesus reinforced the importance of the relationship

3) Jesus reenlisted him in the army---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

In a culture where commitment is often conditional or temporary, Jesus offers a far deeper call. In this message, Pastor Phil challenges us to examine what true commitment to Christ really looks like.Based in Luke 9:23-24, this sermon walks through Jesus’ invitation to discipleship. Following Christ requires more than agreement or good intentions. It calls for denying ourselves, taking up our cross daily, and faithfully following Him. Commitment to Jesus is not a one time decision, but a daily surrender that shapes every part of our lives.This message reminds us that when we commit ourselves fully to Christ, God responds with transformation, purpose, and eternal life. True commitment leads us away from self centered living and toward a life that is anchored in obedience and trust.---Sermon Notes:I. There must be a desireII. There must be a denialIII. There must be a deathIV. There must be a new direction 1) If your only focus is on your own life, you will lose it. 2) If you are only concerned with your own success, you will lose your soul. 3) If you are ashamed of Christ, He will be ashamed of you. 4) If you submit your life to Christ, He will save you.---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

What happens when someone truly repents? How does God respond when we find ourselves far from Him and finally decide to come home?

In this message from the sermon series "How God Responds", Pastor Phil walks through Luke 15 and the story of the prodigal son to discover How God Responds to Repentance.

Whether you feel close to God or spiritually homesick, this message is a powerful reminder that repentance is not met with rejection, but with compassion, forgiveness, and celebration.

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Sermon Notes:

I. The way to the hog-pin

1) Be selfish

2) Make short-sighted decisions

3) Squander all you have

4) Separate yourself

II. The way back home

1) There will be a revelation

2) There will be a recognition

A) He demonstrated honesty

B) He demonstrated humility

3) There will be a resolution

4) There will be a response

A) The father was waiting

B) The father was welcoming

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Worry can weigh heavily on our hearts and minds, especially in seasons of uncertainty, suffering, or spiritual pressure. In this message, we are reminded that God does not dismiss our worries. He invites us to bring them to Him.

Based in 1 Peter 5:6-10, this sermon walks through God’s response to anxious hearts. We are called to humble ourselves under God’s mighty hand, cast our cares on Him because He cares for us, remain alert in spiritual battle, and stand firm in our faith. Scripture reminds us that suffering is temporary, but God’s work in us is purposeful.

Rather than offering empty reassurance, this message points us to a God who strengthens, restores, confirms, and establishes His people as they trust Him.“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7

If you are carrying worry, fear, or weariness, this message will encourage you to place those burdens where they belong and rest in the faithful care of God.---Sermon Notes:

I. He calls for a precise action.

II. He calls for a purposeful release.

III. He offers a perfect destination.

IV. He gives us a passionate reason.

1) He loves us enough to warn us.

2) He loves us enough to walk with us.

3) He love us enough to make us whole.---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

Life is not an accident, a mistake, or a matter of convenience, it is a sacred gift from God. In this special Sanctity of Life Sunday message, we are reminded of how God responds to life: with purpose, value, compassion, and unwavering care.This sermon calls us to see life the way God sees it, formed by His hands, known before birth, and precious in His sight. Scripture reveals that God is both the Creator of life and the Sustainer of it, and our response must reflect His heart: protecting the vulnerable, speaking truth with love, and extending grace to those carrying pain, regret, or brokenness.---Sermon Notes:I. God has a divine plan for life. 1) Human life is distinctive A) We are separated from the animals B) We can know our shepherd personally C) We find our significance in GodII. God has a divine pattern for life.III. God has a divine purpose for life.---Follow The Church at Grace Point on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchatgracepointInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchatgracepoint/Located in Cleveland, TN, The Church at Grace Point is a warm church family where you can come as you are to discover peace, purpose, provision, and passion through God’s grace.Whether you're seeking answers, fellowship, or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we walk together in faith and embrace the life God has called us to live!

Prayer is not a routine — it is a privilege.In this powerful message, we are reminded that prayer is talking to God who listens and responds because He loves us.

Drawing from James 5, this sermon reveals how God responds when His people pray with humility, confession, unity, and fervent faith. We learn that prayer is not about perfect words or religious performance, but about hearts that are clean before God and right with one another — hearts that believe God can still move mountains, bring healing, restore the weary, and revive what has grown dry.

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Sermon Notes:

I. Notice the pattern to replicate.

1) Prayer for restoration

2) Prayer for reconciliation

II. Notice the promise to receive.

III. Notice the proof to remember.

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What happens when we truly place our trust in God? In this powerful message, we explore the promises of Scripture that reveal how God moves, provides, protects, and works on behalf of those who trust Him. This sermon reminds us that trust is not passive — it is active faith lived out in real decisions, daily surrender, and unwavering confidence in who God is. When we choose to trust the Lord with our fears, our future, and our circumstances, we experience His peace, His guidance, and His faithfulness in ways we never could on our own.

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Sermon Notes:

I. He calls us to lean on Him.

1) Notice the positive reinforcement.

2) Notice the persuasive rebuke.

II. He commands us to learn from Him.

III. He commits to lead us.

1) Notice the promise

2) Notice the provision

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