Grace Chapel Wilsonville

In this week's message, Pastor Mike explores the fundamental principles of Christian faith and living. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity, the transformative power of suffering, and the necessity of spiritual growth through humility, community, and obedience. Pastor Mike encourages us to lead lives of distinction, deeply rooted in faith and characterized by an unwavering pursuit of God's will, eve...

Throughout our Living Series, we have discussed what it looks like to live surrendered, Jesus-following, holy, consecrated lives.

We have practiced praying for healing, individual and community confession, and asked God to show us areas where we can live consecrated lives. We want to hear how the Holy Spirit is working in your life!

In what area of your life are you walking in more freedom or have you experienced healing? I...

Acts 1:8 "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere, in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the universe."

1. Holy Spirit = God's Active Personal Presence

2. Witness = Telling people about Jesus

3. Ends of the Earth = Everywhere  

Discussion Questions:

Read Acts 10 

In verses 2-9, Cornelius and Peter both functio...

Discussion Questions: 

Where do you see possible compromise in the church or in your life?

What does the word consecrate mean to you?

Where do you see the kingdom of darkness battling with the kingdom of light?

What areas of your life led you to seek cleaning, dedication, and sacrifice?

Group Practice:

Spend time praying and invite the Holy Spirit to show you where you can be more consecrated.

Write down and share with someone e...

Two ways we conspire against the Spirit's Holiness in our lives:

1. The Spirit-Filled life is limited through grieving the Spirit

2. The Spirit-Filled life is limited through quenching the Spirit

“Holiness is not simply about trying harder; yes, it takes effort, but it is more than that. It is about faith in God’s holy power, a power that makes the unclean clean, turns the profane into something sacred, and calls and consecrates u...

Discussion Questions:

1. What areas of your life do you feel worn down or spiritually fatigued?

2. What holds us back from surrendering and obeying the Holy Spirit?

3. What does God's Holiness mean to you?

4. How can you receive the Spirit's provision in your struggles?

5. Is there a sin in your life that you need to be more honest about?

6. What does it mean to practice confessing our sins to one another?

Group Practice:

Break down in...

In 2006, Pastor Jake and his wife embarked on a journey to adopt their oldest child from Rwanda, Africa.

Their stay in the country extended past seven weeks as they navigated the bureaucratic process to bring their child home.

While in Nairobi, Kenya, they taught their daughter how to swim in a hotel pool. One memory stands out for Jake: his daughter clinging to him as they ventured into the deeper parts of the pool.

Eventu...

We are thrilled to introduce a new series called "Living" as part of our focus on the rhythms of Jesus.

In this series, our focus will be on living life in the Spirit, which is essential to living the life and rhythms of Jesus.

For many in our Church family, this may be a new concept or something that you did not learn about growing up. Therefore, as we begin this series, we invite you to be open to learning about and experiencin...

The Power of Discipleship: 

Experiencing and Expressing the Essence of Jesus.

The Path of Discipleship:

Discipleship is the life-transforming journey of doing life with others and being fully known (Friendship) as we pursue and practice the life of Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit (Purpose).

The Plan of Discipleship:

Invite, Invest, and Inspire

Curious Follower: Those who follow Jesus with caution but are openly see...

As we navigate the discipleship journey, Pastor Mike reminds us that our joy is not only found in personal growth but when we invest in others. Drawing inspiration from the New Testament, he highlights the apostle Paul's repeated expressions of joy in those he mentored and walked alongside.

Discipleship, is not only about gaining knowledge but experiencing the profound joy that comes from fostering genuine connections, much like...

There is a big difference between reacting and responding. When we react, our actions may come from fear, hate, and impatience. On the other hand, when we respond with intentionality, our actions are more often rooted in peace, love, patience, kindness, and wisdom.

One of the most significant ways we can shift from reacting to responding is by walking together in community with other believers.

The Holy Spirit actively operat...

I’m convinced many believers live as Passive, Powerless, Pointless and Paranoid…instead of Passionate, Provocative, Purposeful and Powerful. Our faith can feel Feeble, Frail, and Flimsy instead of Fearless, Favored, and Fervent. Jesus sent out his disciples as a movement to change the world. This was a movement led by the ordinary but empowered for the extraordinary. A movement led by the marginalized, uneducated, impaired, and ign...

Prayer Prompts

What have I allowed to harden my heart? 

Pray for one another that we would have tender hearts responsive to the work of the Holy Spirit. 

Pray that we, as a church family, would be responsive to the Holy Spirit. 

Pray together and ask God if there is someone you need help seeing from a new perspective, from God’s perspective.

Pray together for what a ministry of reconciliation may look like in your li...

To be a Family on Mission is to live under Oikonomics.

Oikonomics is the economy of our oikos. It’s how we do everyday discipleship

Prayer Prompt:

"Heavenly Father, thank You for choosing us to be part of Your Family. In the authority of Jesus, we pray for peace, joy, protection, healing, and victory. We pray for blessing and breakthrough in Jesus' name. Amen!"

Discussion Questions:

1. What does being on mission as a fam...

The family was created by God

The family of God includes all who believe in Jesus

The mission of the family has been and will always be about Jesus.

The mission of the family is to shine the light of Christ in the world through words and actions.

Discussion Questions:

Have you ever seen a Family live on mission together? 

What did that look like? How would you describe their life together?

With Jesus' redefinition of family, who is yo...