As a child of God, trials can be seen as a means of growth and refinement. They can serve as opportunities for us to draw closer to Him and trust in His plan for our lives. Trials can test our faith and strengthen our reliance on God's grace and mercy. Even when we don't understand why we are going through difficult times, we can take comfort in knowing that God is with us and that He will never leave us or forsake us. As we face trials, we can pray for wisdom, guidance, and strength, and seek support from our brothers and sisters in Christ. Ultimately, trials can help us to become more like Jesus and prepare us for the eternal glory that awaits us in heaven. Through our trials we can help others grow their faith as they watch us handle our situations in a spiritual manner. Scripture References: Matthew 11:28 II Corinthians 1: 8-9 II Corinthians 4: 8-9 Romans 8:35 Jonah 1: 1-16 Philippians 4:7 Subscribe to the official GCC Ministries channel to stream our latest sermons. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grapelandcoc/ Website: www.grapelandchurchofchrist.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gccministries

The only way God can use us is by forgetting our past and moving forward. We should press forward knowing that without a doubt God has forgiven us for the things we have done wrong. We must run the race that God has set for each of us. We should not go back and forth with and unstable mindset and behavior. Don’t Give Up! Scripture References: Psalms 119:112 James 1:8 Romans 4:20-21 Philippians 3:13 James 1:5-8 Genesis 22:3-5 Philippians 4:13 I Peter 2:22 Subscribe to the official GCC Ministries channel to stream our latest sermons. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grapelandcoc/ Website: www.grapelandchurchofchrist.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gccministries

With so many influences in the world today, we need to be aware of what our children are going through. We need to stay ahead of the many influences and the surroundings of our children. Those who have faced troubles with children can offer comfort. How can we comfort to those who are facing trials and tribulations? WE can teach others about what God has done for us. This lesson is designed to help parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, everyone to understand the struggles they may face with helping children. Being a good example in all things is what God requires of us! Scripture References: Hebrews 10:25 Isaiah 41:10 Mathew 11:28 1 Kings 19:24 I kings 19:10 Mathew 28:20 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Subscribe to the official GCC Ministries channel to stream our latest sermons. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grapelandcoc/ Website: www.grapelandchurchofchrist.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gccministries

Everyone in marriage has good times and bad times. In marriage you have two imperfect people coming together to try to make a perfect union. A Godly marriage is built on a foundation of love, trust, and commitment. It requires both partners to put God first in their lives, and to make a conscious effort to prioritize their relationship above all else. As we grow in Christ individually, it should be our desire to grow together in marriage. Scripture References: Genesis 2:24 Proverbs 29:18 Matthew 12:25 I Corinthians 11:7 I John 2:14 Ephesians 5:33 Matthew 5:23-24 I Corinthians 7:14 Proverbs 16:24 Genesis 2:18 Proverbs 31:12 Proverbs 31:26, 28 Proverbs 5:19 Philippians 2:5 Subscribe to the official GCC Ministries channel to stream our latest sermons. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grapelandcoc/ Website: www.grapelandchurchofchrist.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gccministries

Regardless of worldly influences, God's original intent for the family has not changed! God loves order, even the order of our homes-God, Marriage, Family, and Church. Though times have changed, the word of God does not change with the times. The problem in today's home is not divine order but the lack of commitment to the divine order. The lack of committing ourselves to someone destroys and divides homes creating problems even for the children. Until we get back to God's original intent, homes will be divided and destroyed! Let's get back in order! Scripture References: Genesis 3:16-17 I Corinthians 11:3 Matthew 22:37 James 4:8 Numbers 30:1-2 Deuteronomy 23:21 Genesis 2:18 I Peter 3:6 Genesis 5:2 I Timothy 2:11-16 I Timothy 3:1 Titus 2:3-5 Ephesians 5:25 Ephesians 5:33 Actions 5:29 Subscribe to the official GCC Ministries channel to stream our latest sermons. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grapelandcoc/ Website: www.grapelandchurchofchrist.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gccministries

When God sends blessings, He expects us to handle them responsibly. This expectation especially applies to those who have been blessed with children to teach them the way of God. When Samson’s mother received the news that she was with child in Judges 13, the angel gave her instructions. In 1 Samuel 1, Hannah dedicated him to the LORD. Ephesians 6:4 and Proverbs 22:6 instruct parents to teach their children the way of the LORD. The impact of honoring the responsibility of teaching the faith to children is expressed in this morning’s text. Psalm 127:3-4. Arrows are aimed! Scripture References: I Timothy 1:3-5 Psalms 127:1, 3-5 James 2:14-19 II Timothy 1:7 Subscribe to the official GCC Ministries channel to stream our latest sermons. Hit the 🛎 Notification Bell so that you never miss our most recent video. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grapelandcoc/ Website: www.grapelandchurchofchrist.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gccministries