Pastor John Lovell

Pastor John takes us to the Sanhedrin Council this week with the Apostle Paul, who is calling out the council's illegitimate leaders and religious zealots. Paul's warrior mode as observed in Acts 23 reveals how sharing the gospel sometimes has violent outcomes, yet has the power to produce a purification process needed in the false leaders of the church and the government. Our righteous God will always use His Word to remind us to take courage in the midst of persecution.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

The Apostle Paul displayed uncanny, heroic behaviors in Acts 21 and 22 as he begged to return to the hostile Jewish crowds in order to share his powerful testimony. His courageous acts demonstrate a changed heart - one that desires to lead people to Jesus and the Truth, with no fear of safety or well-being. Genuine faith in God can turn your testimony into kingdom building opportunities - where Jesus is always the hero!Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

The eternal stakes are simply too high for Christians to stand down in the world of lost souls and distorted narratives. The Apostle Paul bravely demonstrates being willing to give your life for the call of the Gospel in Acts 21 this week - and it raises questions regarding the battle between our comfort and our calling. As Jesus is the center point for all of human history, so should our devotion and our obedience to Him be the center of our daily lives.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

Pastor John provides a compelling message this week with some final warnings to the Church in Acts 20. In the biblical text, Paul reminds us that our days are limited - and there is challenging work yet to be done. Clear guidelines are extended to Christians that the real movement of God's holy power can only be procured through obedience to His Word, regardless of the outside forces of earthly trials and persecution.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

Hatred and persecution of Christians were rampant in the first-century church, as witnessed in the ancient texts of the Bible. Acts 19 parallels this mob mentality to the modern-day world we are experiencing. Pastor John warns us this week to beware of the secret intentions of our hearts, as we sometimes lose our faith in the name of noble causes that draw us away from our mighty God.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

In Acts 19, the Church at Ephesus was experiencing some radical, miraculous power through the Holy Spirit. When Satan's demons called out the Christian imposters, the simple truth of the Bible cut through the worldly deception and lies of non-believers. True Christians are called to KNOW Jesus, not just know OF Jesus.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

The Holy Spirit plays a vital role in the Trinity as He convicts us from sin and guides us to the righteousness of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Pastor John uses the message of Paul the Apostle in Acts 18-19 this week to remind us to live in the joy of our salvation. We are given a new heart through the Holy Spirit, who dwells within us, causing us to hate sin and love Jesus.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

Grace City Rome celebrates their 1st Birthday with Pastor Josh McPherson, Lead Pastor of Grace City Wenatchee, bringing a message of mission-minded ministry to our sometimes messy lives. He reminds us of Paul's journey in Acts 18 that the Kingdom of God is steadily advancing, and where the world may see devastating defeats, God has designed a series of decisive victories for those who choose His Son, Jesus Christ.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

In Acts 17 Apostle Paul encounters the culture of Ancient Greece, worshipping their idols and questioning the existence of only one supernatural God. Through grace, reason, and intellect, Paul had the opportunity to introduce the God of Creation to this pagan culture, encouraging repentance through His risen Son, Jesus Christ. Listen this week as Pastor John takes us on a tour of Paul's evangelism at Mars Hill.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/

Have you ever questioned how to hear God's voice or whether He even still speaks to His children? In Acts 16 this week, the Apostle Paul receives his Macedonian call from God, demonstrating a faith-filled life that recognizes supernatural directives. Pastor John shares the scriptures that reveal the various, and sometimes miraculous, methods of communication that God uses to draw us closer to Him.Thanks for listening!Visit our website for more info:https://www.gracecityrome.com/