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Messages from Grace Church, located in Chapel Hill, NC. Each week on the Grace Church podcast, you’ll hear messages from Senior Pastor Kendrick Vinar, invited guests, or other pastors of Grace Church. To find out more information about Grace Church and how you can grow in your relationship with God, visit: http://www.gracelife.com. If you’ve been listening for a while, we invite you to join us for one of our live online services, streaming each weekend at https://gracechurchofch.online.church/.
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Send us a text What if the path to becoming more like Jesus isn't about trying harder, but receiving more deeply? Pastor Kendrick explores how true transformation happens through humility and receiving God's life-changing presence. Drawing from personal stories and Scripture, he reveals how we often mistake self-improvement for spiritual growth, when real change flows from acknowledging our need and opening ourselves to God's work within. Whether you're feeling stuck in old patterns or hungry...
Send us a text Have you ever felt weary from life's daily grind, carrying burdens that seem too heavy to bear? Pastor Kendrick unpacks Jesus's transformative invitation to "Come to me" in Matthew 11:28, revealing how learning to abide in Christ's presence is the key to finding soul-deep rest. Through practical insights on being still, waiting, and listening, he shows how Jesus wants to both remove our burdens and add His strength, clarity, and peace to our lives. Whether you're navigating dai...
Send us a text Have you ever felt God nudging you to let go of something you're clinging to? In this powerful message, Pastor Kendrick unpacks Jesus' encounter with a wealthy young man to reveal how surrender flows from God's deep love for us. Through vivid examples from Scripture and his own journey with cancer, Pastor Kendrick shows that God's invitations to surrender—whether through gentle promptings or life-shaking circumstances—always lead to greater blessing. Ready to experience the "hu...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what God has in store for your 2026? Pastor Kendrick unpacks a powerful parable about a fig tree to reveal how God believes in you and has more planned than you can imagine. Through personal stories of ministry challenges and growth, he shows how God's transformative work requires both time and intentional effort—digging deep into our hearts while fertilizing our lives with truth. Whether you're facing addiction, feeling stuck, or even thriving, this mess...
Send us a text Have you ever felt like a crispy Christmas tree - once vibrant but now dry and disconnected from your source of life? Pastor John Mark shares how 2026 can be your most fruitful year by staying rooted in four key areas: God's Word for stability, God's people for strength, God's mission for fulfillment, and God's presence for joy. Drawing from Jeremiah 17, he illustrates how being planted by streams of living water - rather than isolated in a pot - allows us to flourish even in s...
Send us a text Have you ever felt God pursuing you, even when you weren't looking? Pastor Kendrick shares a powerful Christmas message about God's relentless love, revealing how the Creator of the universe stepped into time to personally connect with us. Through touching personal stories and biblical insights, he shows how God's grace isn't earned but freely given—a gift that transforms lives from the inside out. Whether you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or simply seeking purpose, discover ho...
Send us a text Have you ever felt the weight of family expectations during the holidays? Pastor Kendrick offers a transformative perspective on navigating family Christmas through grace and intentional blessing. Drawing from personal experience and Scripture, he reveals how giving the gifts of flexibility, forgiveness, and understanding can transform tense family gatherings into opportunities for genuine connection. Whether you're dreading difficult conversations or yearning for deeper relati...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what happens when faith moves beyond mere belief into bold action? Pastor Josh shares a powerful message from Hebrews 11:6, revealing three dimensions of faith that can transform your spiritual journey. Through personal stories of loss, miracles, and divine provision—including an unforgettable encounter with a wallet near a toilet—he illustrates how saving faith leads to salvation, providential faith sustains us through trials, and great faith unlocks God...
Send us a text What if settling for "good enough" is actually holding you back from God's best? Drawing from Numbers 32, Pastor Kendrick challenges us to avoid the trap of spiritual comfort, like the tribes who chose to stay east of Jordan rather than claim their full promised inheritance. Through remarkable growth in 2025—over 1,200 new guests and 323 lives transformed—Grace Church demonstrates what's possible when we keep taking bold steps of faith. Ready for an adventure in 2026? Join a tr...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered if your relationship with money is holding you back from experiencing true spiritual freedom? In this powerful message, Pastor Jonathan explores how our heart's attitude toward finances can either draw us closer to God or become a subtle form of idolatry. Through biblical wisdom and personal insights, he reveals money's true purpose as a divine tool for deepening our trust, contentment, and generosity. Whether you're wrestling with financial fears or seek...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered how much blessing you could handle before it changes you? Pastor Kendrick unpacks the profound connection between our hearts and our resources in this eye-opening message on Kingdom Currency. Through biblical wisdom and personal stories, he reveals how putting God first—especially in our finances—unlocks His favor and protection in unexpected ways. Whether you're struggling financially or experiencing abundance, this transformative teaching shows how tith...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what true generosity could unlock in your life? Through a compelling story of a San Antonio pastor's Christmas gift mishap, Pastor Aaron unveils how authentic generosity catches God's attention and makes the impossible possible. Drawing from the woman with the alabaster jar, he shares three transformative principles for generous living: giving your personal best, going beyond expectations, and believing for miracles. Ready to experience breakthrough? This...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered how everyday financial choices could create eternal ripples? Pastor Kendrick unveils Jesus' surprising connection between money and meaningful relationships through the parable of the shrewd manager. With real-world examples—like supporting churches in Eastern Europe that transform lives—he shows how generous living isn't about the size of your bank account, but the impact of your heart. Whether giving a cup of cold water or funding global ministry, every...
Send us a text Have you ever felt completely hopeless, like everything you built has crumbled to ashes? Pastor Chris shares his powerful journey from drug addiction to redemption, revealing how God transformed his darkest moment into a testimony of hope. Through the story of David at Ziklag, we discover four life-changing keys to finding hope in our hurts: valuing prayer, connecting with spiritual family, storing up God's Word, and keeping faith-building reminders. Whether you're facing relat...
Send us a text Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of pain, wondering if there's a way out? Through the powerful contrast of King Saul and David, Pastor John Mark reveals how hurt can either define us or refine us. Drawing from their dramatic encounters in 1 Samuel, he shows how Saul's unresolved rejection spiraled into destructive patterns, while David chose a different path—releasing hurt, receiving grace, and renewing his mind through God's truth. This transformative message offers pract...
Send us a text Have you ever felt like your deepest hurts were invisible to everyone around you? In this powerful message, Pastor Kendrick explores the raw reality of emotional pain through Hannah's story, showing how even our darkest moments can become doorways to hope. Through practical wisdom and biblical truth, he reveals how God's presence, his people, and his purpose create pathways to healing from life's deepest wounds. Whether you're carrying hidden hurts or supporting someone who is,...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be a force for good in your workplace? Pastor Kendrick unpacks Jesus' powerful metaphor of being "salt and light," revealing how Christians can make a lasting impact without compromising who they are. Through the inspiring story of Jewish exiles in Babylon, we learn that God doesn't just want us to survive at work—He wants us to thrive and help others prosper. Whether you're questioning your purpose at work or seeking practical ways...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered if Monday mornings could feel different? Pastor Kendrick launches "Made for Mondays," revealing how work isn't just a grind—it's God's design for meaningful living. Through Joseph's inspiring journey from slave to Egyptian leader, we discover that every task, whether picking up donuts or running a company, becomes sacred when done for God. With practical wisdom and heartfelt encouragement, Pastor Kendrick challenges us to transform our work into worship b...
Send us a text What if the stains of your past could be completely erased, replaced by a divine makeover? In this powerful message, Pastor Jonathan unpacks the transformative name Jehovah Tsidkenu—"The Lord Our Righteousness"—revealing how God doesn't just forgive our sins but clothes us in Christ's perfect righteousness like a royal robe that can never be taken away. Through vivid imagery of stubborn stains and luxurious hotel bathrobes, he illuminates how this divine exchange changes everyt...
Send us a text Have you ever felt lost in life's darkest moments, unsure which path to take? Pastor Kendrick shares how God, our Good Shepherd (Jehovah Raah), guides us through life's wilderness with three powerful keys: ears to hear His voice, a heart to respond, and faith to obey. Through personal stories of being lost in the Minnesota woods and career-changing decisions, he illustrates how God speaks through His Word, His Spirit, and wise counsel. Whether you're facing major life decisions...
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