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.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
2 Samuel 24: 9-17
The story of a king throwing himself on God’s mercy shows us that God’s justice is great, but His mercy is even greater.
Doug Cole // Guest Speaker
Matthew 13:44-45
Jesus commands us to give up everything for the Kingdom of God — and it turns out that the sacrifice is always worth it.
Treasure in a field Read More »
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Genesis 29:13-35
The (admittedly, very messy) story of Jacob and Leah shows us that even in the brokenness there is a God who satisfies – as long as we put Him first.
Mike Chu // Teaching Pastor
John 21:15-22
The story of Peter and his many shortcomings shows us that while antiheros may fail, Jesus’ love will always prevail.
Pastor Ryan Yi // Guest Speaker
Jonah 1:1-17
Jonah’s story is a very human story. We want to do things our own way, so we run away from God. How do we make our way back to repentance? At the end of this message, we share in a blessing for long-time Granite City Church associate pastor, Cindy Comiso.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Genesis 38:1-30
In one of the most raw and messy passages in the entire Bible, we find that breakthrough is a beautiful and pivotal part of God’s story.
Cindy Comiso // Associate Pastor
1 Samuel 1:1-20
When we face difficulties in life, it’s easy to think that God has forgotten us. What can Hannah’s heroic example teach us about overcoming heartache?
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Exodus 2:1-17
How big and beautiful is God’s story? He even uses the most flawed among us — and not just in spite of, but sometimes because of, our mistakes. Let’s examine Moses and the mess he finds himself in before he steps into his greater role in God’s story.
Stephen Sharkey // Lead Pastor
Mark 16:1-8
The empty tomb at the end of Mark forces us to ask ourselves an important question. Now that we’ve heard the good news, what will we do next?
What will I do now? Read More »
