Mike Chu // Teaching Pastor
Genesis 1, 2:1-3
The creation story is God’s invitation to humanity to enter into a partnership that brings order into chaos and life into emptiness.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Romans 8:18-25
We begin our journey into the four main movements of the Bible. Learn about the light it sheds on God’s story — and our own.
The four movements Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Matthew 4:1-11
The Bible can fill us with joy and wisdom, and it can also challenge us. Let’s explore why we struggle with Biblical authority.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Psalm 1:1-3
The powerful presence of God, whose words and character reside within our scriptures, can form — and even transform — us.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Luke 2: 8-14
Let’s examine the perspective of the angels at the nativity. As they come from the presence of God, eager to see what He is about to do on earth, what must they be thinking?
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Luke 1:26-38
Feeling let down? Here’s how you can re-set your hope in the midst of disappointment on the person of Jesus and His promise.
A world of disappointment Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Revelation 21:1-7
The beauty of Advent is the reminder that when people were waiting for God, He came through — and He’s going to do it again.
Hope in the waiting Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Galatians 4:1-7
Let’s explore the history of God’s redemption and hope, as seen through the eyes of Biblical figures Mary, Simeon, and Paul.
In the fullness of time Read More »
Mike Chu // Teaching Pastor
Jonah 3:10-4:11
As people belonging to God, we must realize that we cannot experience God’s mercy without also understanding God’s justice.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Isaiah 9:6-7
The central hope of the Christian faith is not in the politics of this world, or its leaders. It’s in Jesus and his everlasting Kingdom.
Real government, real hope Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
John 8:31-47
The intersection of faith and politics is a ripe space for Christians to be deceived. But whenever truth is hard to identify, remember to look to Jesus first.
The devil is a liar Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Matthew 10:1-4
When we try to make the way of Jesus map directly onto our personal politics, and it doesn’t fit (because it never does) — what’s gonna give?
The religion of politics Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Revelation 13:1-4
Trying hard to find hope but feeling stuck between political realities? Here’s what it means to be a follower of King Jesus in a divided world.
Discussion with mental health professionals from Granite City Church
Personal stories and insight from mental health professionals about their Christian faith and dealing with anxiety in daily life.
Mike Chu // Teaching Pastor
Luke 12:16-21 and James 4:13-16
We are never certain of what tomorrow holds, which can be a terrifying reality. But we can find peace in complete surrender to the God who was, and is, and is to come.
What tomorrow holds Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Exodus 14: 9-31
Ever wanted real freedom from anxiety and fear? Like Moses, look to the God who is worthy of your fear, awe and wonder.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Philippians 4:4-7
How are you meeting God in the midst of your anxiety? If you’ve ever found yourself lost and prayer-less, learn how your posture in prayer can have a profound impact on feelings of anxiety.
Anxiety and prayer Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Acts 16:16-34
In the midst of your anxieties and fears, can you open up your heart to…praise? Let’s explore what satisfaction in the Lord looks like.
Praise from the pits Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Philippians 3: 10-21
Can you imagine that the anxiety you feel in your life is not sinful, but is instead the thing that brings you closer to wholeness and closer to Jesus?
The anxious generation Read More »
Stephen Sharkey / Lead Pastor
Judges 16:23-30
The story of Samson reminds us that there is a lost world full of people who don’t know the living God. He longs to be known to us and have us call Him by His name.
