Fighting the Giant Despair
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you” (James 4:7)....
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This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: April 22, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Move Forward with Humility
Stop right there and if that gospel is rooted in our minds so we think gospel thoughts. And if that gospel is rooted in our hearts so that we feel gospel affections, we we ought to be the humblest, happiest, most grateful people on the planet. No matter what. No matter what’s going on in our own personal life. No matter what’s going on in our church. No matter what’s going on in this country. We are humble and happy and grateful....
Fighting the Giant Despair
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you” (James 4:7)....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: April 15, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Keep Running the Race
This season at Sovereign Grace Church is exciting. The Holy Spirit is alive and active in our midst. Our new Travelers Trail building is a physical representation of what God is doing. He's creating a passionate church on fire for the gospel. He is deepening our unity and increasing our joy. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: April 8, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Easter Meditation | Week Five
As a follow-up to Easter Sunday, let us take some time to slow down and meditate on what God has done for us. We encourage you to read and reread and contemplate the goodness of Christ Jesus in the gospel. His love for us is truly astounding. ...
Absent From Flesh (And Other Resurrection Songs)
Easter Sunday 2018 is past, but that doesn't mean we have to stop celebrating the Resurrection. May these songs keep you singing all week long! ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: April 1, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Easter Meditation | The Father's Cup
"The Father's Cup: A Crucifixion Narrative" by Pastor Rick Gamache. ...
Ministry Spotlight: Hospitality Team
An illuminating glance at the hospitality team of Sovereign Grace Church. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: March 25, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Easter Meditation | Week Four
During this month leading up to Easter, let us take some time to slow down and meditate on what God has done for us. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will post passages of Scripture for reflection and meditation. We encourage you to read and reread and contemplate the goodness of Christ Jesus in the gospel. His love for us is truly astounding....
Good to See You
Texts and emails are nice. Personal, handwritten letters are great. But let’s face it, we’re made for face-to-face interaction. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: March 18, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Easter Meditation | Week Three
During this month leading up to Easter, let us take some time to slow down and meditate on what God has done for us. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will post passages of Scripture for reflection and meditation. We encourage you to read and reread and contemplate the goodness of Christ Jesus in the gospel. His love for us is truly astounding....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: March 11, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Easter Meditation | Week Two
During this month leading up to Easter, let us take some time to slow down and meditate on what God has done for us. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will post passages of Scripture for reflection and meditation. We encourage you to read and reread and contemplate the goodness of Christ Jesus in the gospel. His love for us is truly astounding....
Easter Resources
Easter is less than a month away and as we enter a season of reflection, here are a few book recommendations from Pastor Rick. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: March 4, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Easter Meditation | Week One
As we enter the month before Easter, let us take some time to slow down and meditate on what God has done for us. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will post passages of Scripture for reflection and meditation. We encourage you to read and reread and contemplate the goodness of Christ Jesus in the gospel. His love for us is truly astounding. ...
More Facts About Burnsville!
As we look forward to our move to Burnsville this year, enjoy these random facts about this suburb and the future community of Sovereign Grace Church! ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: February 25, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Seats and Sound Fund
Our goal is to raise $60,000 for auditorium chairs, sound materials, and miscellaneous furnishings in the hallways and offices....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: February 18, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
I Lay it All
This past Sunday, worship leader Levi Bloom introduced I Lay it All to the congregation. May it be a blessing to you! ...
Ministry Spotlight: Discipleship Huddles
An illuminating glance at the Discipleship Huddles of Sovereign Grace Church. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: February 11, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Meet the Brachles, part 2
Part 2 of Meet the Brachle family from Sovereign Grace Church. ...
Meet the Brachles, part 1
Meet and get to know the Brachle family from Sovereign Grace Church....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: February 4, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Sovereign Grace Missions Video- Pastor's College
In this video, Sovereign Grace Churches celebrates God's grace displayed through the Pastor's College. ...
Facts About Burnsville!
As we look forward to our move to Burnsville this year, enjoy these random facts about this suburb and the future community of Sovereign Grace Church! ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: January 28, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
Serve to Delight In
“We exist to create disciples who delight in, display, and declare the gospel of Jesus Christ.” This is the last part of a three part series, going in the reverse order of the Sovereign Grace Church mission statement....
I Don't Have Time for That in 2018
Father, too often and for too long our minds have been distracted by trivial things and snared by sin. Forgive us and set us free. Renew our minds and redeem our time. Prayer, praise, thanks ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: January 21, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Serve to Display
“We exist to create disciples who delight in, display, and declare the gospel of Jesus Christ.” This is the second of a three part series, going in the reverse order of the Sovereign Grace Church mission statement....
Ministry Spotlight: Sovereign Grace Kids
An illuminating glance at the children's ministry of Sovereign Grace Church. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: January 14, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: January 7, 2018
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Serve to Declare
This will be a three part series about how, as Christian servants, we must Delight, Display, and Declare the gospel in order for our serving to be effective. Part 1: Serve to Declare. ...
The Savior's Song: Sung by Simeon
Welcome the the fourth and final part of our Advent series, which brings us to our final song from Luke chapter 2, verses 22-35....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: December 31, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
The Savior's Song: Sung by the Angels
Welcome to the third part of Advent at Sovereign Grace Church. We’re considering the Christmas story as it’s told in the first two chapters of the Gospel of Luke. And today is the most familiar and happy words of Christmas, which include “The Savior’s Song” as sung by the angels. The beginning of Luke chapter 2. The story surrounding the song, as well as the song itself, is the heart of Christmas. Isn’t it?...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: December 24, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Our Treasure in the Darkness by Kim Suchta
“I am watching eagerly for how the Lord is going to carry me through it all.” I repeated her words to myself, “Watching eagerly...” And was struck by the amount of faith in those two words. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: December 17, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
The Savior's Song: Sung by Zechariah
The first two chapter of Luke contain four songs, four poems, four outburst of praise that are for us the first four Christmas carols. And we’re considering those songs, one per week, each of the four Sundays of Advent. And each song has a context, a story that gives birth to the song. And we need to know the story in order to appreciate and glean what the Lord has for us in the song. And there’s a story this morning that gives birth to “The Savior’s Song” as sung by Zechariah, from Luke 2:1-21. ...
Valley of Vision: O Source of All Good
May we echo this Puritan prayer this Christmas season. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: December 10, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
The Savior's Song: Sung By Mary
The first two chapters of Luke include four songs, four poems, four hymns, we might say, four Christmas carols, each sung by a different person. Mary, the mother of Jesus, sings what’s come to be known as The Magnificat (“my soul magnifies the Lord”). ...
Sovereign Grace Missions Video - Love One Another
In this video, Sovereign Grace Churches highlights the importance of the local church-especially in the darkest of times. Watch and be amazed at God's grace available to us through other believers. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: December 3, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Advent is for Adoring Jesus
Advent provides opportunity to slow the pace of our cultural Christmas, or even grind it to a halt. Whether through daily readings, candle-lightings, or other Advent-themed traditions, we resolve to pause and reflect in a season that could otherwise drown out Christ....
Practical Ways to Prepare for Sunday Celebration
Sunday is meant by God to be a great day. If we’re going to encounter the God of the universe and respond to him. Shouldn’t we prepare for that?...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: November 26, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Get After Grateful
It’s mid-November. Thanksgiving is at our door and Advent is just behind. Before holiday busyness rushes in, before turkey and tinsel take our time, we can hit pause and give God thanks. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: November 19, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
We Gather to Strengthen One Another
We gather to encounter God and we gather to respond to God. And we gather to strengthen one another. ...
Investment Opportunity by Thaxton Gamache
Guest blogger, Thaxton Gamache, shares why he loves Sovereign Grace Church....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: November 12, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
We Gather to Respond to God
When we encounter God, we must respond to God. Not responding to an encounter with God is not an option! In fact, worship is our response to God. ...
Why I Love the Church by Amy Green
Guest blogger, Amy Green, shares why she loves Sovereign Grace Church. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: November 5, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
We Gather to Encounter God
Why do we gather? We gather together to encounter God. As members of his church, we have been given access into God’s presence--together. ...
Baptism Testimonies: The Hansel Boys
At our fall family picnic, we celebrated God at work through the sacrament of baptism. It's amazing grace to see folks publically declare their faith in Jesus Christ. Two of those baptised were young brothers, Vaunder and Russell Hansel. Here are the testimonies they shared... ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: October 29, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Prioritizing the Church in Order to Delight in, Display, and Declare
Because of Jesus who placed us in his church, we have a purpose and identity and dignity like no other people on earth....
On Martin Luther
This year, the month of October marks the 500th Anniversary of Martin Luther’s 95 Theses. In honor of this revolutionary action, Rick Gamache offers several resources on the life and work of Martin Luther. Check them out and learn more about this pivotal moment in church history......
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: October 22, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Prioritizing the Church Fuels Passion for the Church
It’s remembering our purpose that will fuel our passion. If our love for the church is dull and she’s slipped down the priority list in life, it’s probably because we’ve neglected our purpose. Purpose ignites passion....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: October 15, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Prioritizing the Church Builds the Church
Every person God saves he adds to his church. He doesn’t save us only to leave us wandering alone as strangers and aliens. He accepts us in as citizens of his Kingdom....
Baptism Testimonies: Mr. + Mrs. Herms
At our fall family picnic, we celebrated God at work through the sacrament of baptism. It's amazing grace to see folks publically declare their faith in Jesus Christ. Two of those baptised were young couple Ryan and Joanna Herm. Here are the testimonies they shared......
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace Church: October 8, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Prioritizing the Church is Counter-Cultural
“I love your Kingdom, Lord/ The house where you reside/ The people purchased with your blood/ When on the cross you died."...
Baptism Testimony: Ellen Owens
At our fall family picnic, we celebrated God at work through the sacrament of baptism. It's amazing grace to see folks publically declare their faith in Jesus Christ. Ellen Owens was baptised that day. Here is the testimony she shared......
This Week at Sovereign Grace Church: October 1, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Opponents to Our Unity, part 3
In light of the coming changes at Sovereign Grace Church, there are three opponents that threaten our gospel unity and mission. The first is fear of change, the second is fear of risk, and finally, let’s not be afraid of our personal preferences not being met....
This Week at Sovereign Grace Church: September 24, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Opponents to Our Unity, part 2
The Christian life means change and with change comes five opponents to our gospel unity and mission. The first is fear of change. The second opponent is the fear of risk. Let’s not fear risk....
The Desks of SGC: Rick Gamache
Pastor Rick loves his pastoral study and desk, which is even bigger than you see here. This is the place where Rick gets to study God's word and commune with him. It's not a bad place to sit for 9-10 hours every day. And when he needs to stretch his legs and have human contact, Rick's best friends work right across the hall....
This Week at Sovereign Grace: September 17, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Opponents to Our Unity, part 1
Pastor Rick reminded us in his sermon Side By Side for the Gospel that the fear of change can be an opponent that disrupts our unity. Here’s the bottom line: change is coming in the life of Sovereign Grace Church. But we don’t have to fear....
The Desks of SGC: Shawn Powers
Sometimes cluttered but never unorganized, this desk is Pastor Shawn's personal space to study God’s Word, pray, and counsel others. In this brief interview, we learn more about Shawn Powers, his obsession with coffee, and what it means to serve Sovereign Grace Church. ...
This Week at Sovereign Grace: September 10, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Nashville Statement
The elders of Sovereign Grace Church would like to draw your attention to an important development among evangelicalism. In light of our current cultural shifts, the Nashville Statement has been released. This is a statement on biblical sexuality, regarding homosexuality, transgenderism, and God’s good design for human flourishing. It is intended to inform, clarify, and encourage biblical and compassionate engagement on the topic....
Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund
To help with the growing needs caused by Hurricane Harvey, Sovereign Grace Churches is establishing a “Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.” The money given to this fund will be used to help meet the needs of members of Sovereign Grace churches in southeast Texas, as well as other churches and people who live in the areas affected by Harvey. ...
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace: August 27, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
The Christian and Change
Christians should have a very different way of thinking about change. If anyone should be able to embrace change, it should be us. We know that everything that comes our way is designed by God for our good and his glory. And, our anchor is not in the stability of this world. It’s in the person and promises of God....
This Sunday at Sovereign Grace: August 20, 2017
As we gather this Sunday as God’s church to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together, here's how you can prepare. ...
Foreign Missions in Your Own Hometown
Many of us don’t have to board international flights to reach people from other religions and cultures. We just need to open our eyes, look around, and engage the nations in our own cities and towns....
Prepare: Sunday, August 13, 2017
This Sunday we gather as God’s church—his dwelling place—to encounter him together and respond to him worshipfully together and to be strengthened in the faith together....
Six Things to Do With Your Anxiety
I love studying God's Word. And to do so under the wise and discerning teaching of David Powlison is one of the greatest privileges of my life. ...
Preparation: Sunday, August 06, 2017
Please join the pastors in praying for our Sunday gathering and for those serving that we would all be filled with the Spirit and that Christ would be honored and glorified as we celebrate his glorious grace—together. ...
A Note From Pastor Rick
Delaine and I are about to get on a plane bound for Louisville, Kentucky where I’ll preach the opening sermon at the WorshipGod Midwest conference......