Grace Family Church Michigan

09/09/2026

09/08/2026

Sermon Summary: When Jesus Comes to Church

This sermon, titled 'When Jesus Comes to Church,' is drawn from Matthew 21:12-17 and its parallel accounts in Mark, Luke, and John. The message walks through Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting that the greatest problem in Israel was not Roman oppression but corrupted worship. What had been designed as a place of prayer and genuine encounter with God had been turned into a marketplace driven by greed, exploitation, and religious hypocrisy. Jesus enters with authority, removes what corrupts worship, and restores the temple to its intended purpose by healing the blind and the lame, fulfilling the messianic promises of Isaiah 35.

Key Verses:
Matthew 21:12-17
Isaiah 56:7
Jeremiah 7:11
Isaiah 35:5-6
Malachi 3:1-3
Psalm 8:2
Matthew 11:4-5
John 2:13-22

Questions:
-Bro. Jerard said, 'Knowing about Jesus is not the same thing as knowing Jesus.' What do you think is the difference between the two, and where do you personally see yourself on that spectrum?
-Jesus drove out the money changers not because their services were sinful in themselves, but because greed and commercialism had corrupted them. In what ways do you think the church today, or even our own personal faith, can fall into a similar trap of letting good things become corrupted?
-The message challenged us to examine not just what we do for God, but why we do it. Bro. Jerard asked, whether we serve for recognition, give to be noticed, or pray to appear spiritual. How do you personally guard your motivations in your walk with God?
-The religious leaders trusted in the temple building while their hearts remained far from God. The message mentioned that some people today trust in the building rather than the God who is worshiped there. What does it look like practically to make sure our faith is centered on Jesus and not on religious routine or tradition?
-The blind and the lame came to Jesus in the temple and He healed them. The message pointed out that Jesus made room for the broken while the religious leaders had made room for business. How does your church, or your small group, make room for people who are broken and in need?
-The children cried out 'Hosanna to the Son of David' while the religious leaders became indignant. The message noted that God reveals His truth to those who humbly receive Him, while pride leaves us spiritually blind. Can you think of a time when pride or a desire to protect your reputation made it harder for you to submit to what God was saying?
-Bro. Jerard warned that it is possible to hear God's Word week after week, know the language of Christianity, and yet allow our hearts to grow cold toward Jesus. What are some practical habits or disciplines that help you stay genuinely connected to Jesus rather than just going through the motions?
-Jesus left the religious leaders after they repeatedly encountered the truth and refused to respond. This should cause us to pause. What does it mean to you personally that it is possible to become comfortable with Jesus without actually being committed to Him, and how do you make sure that does not describe your own life?

Life Application:
This week, set aside a specific time each day to examine your heart before God. Ask yourself honestly: Am I seeking God Himself, or am I seeking what He can give me? Am I following the biblical Jesus, or a version of Jesus that is more comfortable and less confrontational? Write down one area of your life where you sense Jesus calling you to remove something that is corrupting your worship or distracting you from genuine devotion to Him. Then take one concrete step to address it, whether that is confessing a sin, adjusting a habit, or recommitting to studying God's Word for yourself.

Key Takeaways:
-Jesus removes what corrupts worship. Anything that replaces genuine devotion to God, whether greed, religious performance, or self-centered motivation, must be confronted and cleared out of our hearts and our churches.
-Jesus restores what honors God. When true worship is restored, Jesus makes room for the broken, the overlooked, and the needy. His house is meant to be a place of prayer, healing, and genuine encounter with God.
-Jesus receives the praise that belongs to Him alone. True worship flows from a humble heart that recognizes Jesus for who He truly is, the promised Messiah and Lord supreme in authority, not from religious status, education, or position.
-Pride is one of the greatest barriers to recognizing and submitting to Jesus. The religious leaders knew the Scriptures but refused to submit to the Savior the Scriptures revealed. We must guard against the same spiritual blindness in our own lives.
-It is possible to be around the things of God without truly knowing God. Attending church, serving in ministry, and knowing religious language are not substitutes for a heart that is genuinely surrendered to Jesus Christ.

09/06/2026

Welcome to Grace Family Church,

We’re glad that you decided to join us today, we pray that you’re drawn closer to the Father as a byproduct of his word.

Speaker: Bro. Jerald
Title: When Jesus comes to Church

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Until we see you again, Be Blessed!

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08/31/2026

Sermon Summary: The Triumphal Entry

This sermon focuses on the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, as recorded in Matthew 21:1-11, with parallel accounts in Mark 11 and Luke 19. The message walks through how Jesus, fully aware that He was entering Jerusalem to die for humanity's sins, chose to ride in on a humble donkey rather than a powerful warhorse. This fulfilled the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9 and stood in stark contrast to the grand, military-style entries that conquering kings of that era were known for. Jesus entered meekly and humbly, modeling the very servant-hearted greatness He had been teaching His disciples about.

Key Verses:
Matthew 21:1-11
Zechariah 9:9
Mark 11:1-10
Luke 19:28-40
2 Kings 9:13
Hebrews 11
Revelation 3:15-16

Questions:
-The message described three types of people present during Jesus' entry into Jerusalem: those who recognized Him as the Son of David, those who had no idea who He was, and those who only saw Him as a prophet. Which of these groups do you most relate to in your own spiritual journey, and why?
-Jesus chose to enter Jerusalem on a humble donkey rather than a powerful warhorse, fulfilling the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9. What does this choice reveal about the kind of King Jesus is, and how does that challenge the way we sometimes expect God to show up in our lives?
-The word 'Hosanna' means 'save us, we pray.' The crowd was simultaneously praising Jesus and crying out for deliverance. In what areas of your life are you currently crying out to God for salvation or rescue?
-The message pointed out that some of the same people shouting 'Hosanna' would later cry 'Crucify Him' because Jesus did not meet their expectations of a conquering king. How do unmet expectations of God affect your faith, and what can you do to guard against that kind of disappointment?
-The sermon emphasized that knowing about Jesus as a teacher or prophet is very different from knowing Him as Messiah and Lord. How would you describe your personal relationship with Jesus, and is there a gap between what you know about Him and how you actually live for Him?

Life Application:
This week, take time each morning to pause before the Lord and ask Him to reveal any area of your life where you have not fully surrendered to His will. Write it down in a journal or on your phone. Then, in that specific area, make one intentional decision that reflects humility and trust in God rather than your own preferences or comfort. At the end of the week, reflect on how that act of surrender affected your perspective, your relationships, and your sense of peace.

Key Takeaways:
-Jesus entered Jerusalem humbly on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy and demonstrating that true greatness in God's kingdom is defined by humility and servanthood, not power or spectacle.
-Knowing about Jesus as a teacher or prophet is not the same as knowing Him as Lord and Messiah. A genuine relationship with Him requires recognizing who He truly is and submitting to His authority.
-The word 'Hosanna' means 'save us, we pray,' reminding us that worship and dependence on God go hand in hand. Praising God and crying out to Him for help are not opposites.
-God calls His followers to full commitment, not double-mindedness. Living with one foot in faith and one foot in the world leads to instability and keeps us from experiencing the fullness of what God has for us.
-Suffering and hardship are not signs that God has abandoned us. When we keep an eternal perspective, temporary trials become more bearable because we trust that God is working all things together for His purposes.

08/30/2026

Welcome to Grace Family Church,

We’re glad that you decided to join us today, we pray that you’re drawn closer to the Father as a byproduct of his word.

Speaker: Pastor Kevin
Title: The Triumphal Entry

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08/28/2026

Mark 10:52
And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And immediately he received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way.

08/24/2026

Sermon Summary: The Healing of two blind men

This sermon, drawn from Matthew 20:29-34 and its parallel accounts in Mark 10:46-52 and Luke 18:35-43, centers on the story of blind Bartimaeus and another blind man who cried out to Jesus as He traveled from Jericho to Jerusalem. Despite being rebuked by the crowd, they persisted in calling out to Jesus, and He stopped, showed compassion, and restored their sight. The pastor highlights the remarkable nature of this moment: Jesus, fully aware of the suffering that awaited Him in Jerusalem, still paused to serve two overlooked beggars. This act of selfless compassion perfectly illustrated the lesson He had just taught James and John about greatness through servanthood.

Key Verses:
Matthew 20:29-34
Mark 10:46-52
Luke 18:35-43
Matthew 20:26-28
Romans 12:1-2

Questions:
-Blind Bartimaeus and the other blind man cried out to Jesus even when the crowd told them to be quiet. What does their persistence tell us about how we should approach God when we are in need?
-The message pointed out that Jesus was on His way to Jerusalem, fully aware of the suffering that awaited Him, yet He still stopped to help two blind beggars. What does this reveal about the character of Jesus and what He values?
-The sermon challenged us to honestly ask ourselves, 'Who is Lord of my life?' How would you answer that question right now, and what areas of your life reflect that answer most clearly?
-The pastor described how our actions often contradict what we say we believe. Can you think of an area in your own life where your actions and your stated beliefs are not fully aligned? How does that make you feel?
-Jesus told James and John that greatness in His kingdom is measured by servanthood, not by authority or position. How does that definition of greatness challenge the way our culture, or even our church culture, tends to define success?
-The Pastor Kevin referenced the early church in Acts, where believers sold possessions and ensured no one had any lack. What would it look like practically for our small group or church community to live that way today?
-When Bartimaeus received his sight, Jesus said 'Go your way,' but Bartimaeus chose to follow Jesus. What does it mean for your personal 'way' to become Jesus' way, and what might that require you to give up or change?
-The sermon emphasized that genuine belief should drive our decisions and behavior. In what practical ways can we help one another stay accountable to living out what we say we believe, without being judgmental or harsh?

Life Application
This week, set aside at least ten minutes of quiet time to honestly ask yourself, 'Who is Lord of my life?' After reflecting on that question, identify one specific area where you have been prioritizing your own kingdom over God's kingdom. Then take one concrete step to serve someone else in that area, whether it is a family member, a coworker, a neighbor, or someone in your church community.

Key Takeaways:
-Persistent, humble faith gets the attention of Jesus. Bartimaeus refused to be silenced by the crowd, and his bold cry brought Jesus to a complete stop. God responds to those who genuinely cry out to Him from a place of honest need.
-True greatness in God's kingdom is defined by servanthood. Jesus demonstrated this perfectly by stopping to heal two blind beggars while He was on His way to give His life for all of humanity. Serving others is not optional for followers of Christ; it is the standard.
-Our actions reveal who is truly Lord of our lives. It is not enough to say we believe in Jesus or that He is Lord. Our daily decisions, how we treat others, how we use our time and resources, and how we respond to God's Word are what truly show where our loyalty lies.
-Receiving healing and wholeness from Jesus should lead us to follow Him. When Bartimaeus was healed, he did not go his own way. He followed Jesus. A genuine encounter with Christ transforms the direction of our lives so that His way becomes our way.
-The church is called to a community of selfless generosity, not self-focused consumption. Like the early church in Acts, we are challenged to shift our focus from what we can get to how we can serve and meet the needs of those around us.

08/23/2026

Welcome to Grace Family Church,

We’re glad that you decided to join us today, we pray that you’re drawn closer to the Father as a byproduct of his word.

Speaker: Pastor Kevin
Title: Two blind healed

Giving option:
Text “Give” to (833) 975-2981

We appreciate your continued support!

Until we see you again, Be Blessed!

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