Grace Christian Church of the Philippines

Accept What You Can't Change // Genesis 37:1-36 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Life doesn't always feel fair. We don't get to choose the family we're born into, control what others think of us, or avoid every difficult circumstance that comes our way. Joseph's story reminds us that while many parts of life are beyond our control, none of them are beyond God's. Even in seasons of disappointment, misunderstanding, or uncertainty, God is still working, and He calls us to remain faithful where we are. Watch the message and be encouraged to trust God's sovereignty, even when life doesn't make sense.

Spiritual Leadership of a Father // John 4:46-53 // Rev. Ian Angeles

Spiritual leadership, especially in the home, is about more than providing, protecting, or making decisions. It's also about shaping lives through faith, presence, guidance, and example.
In John 4, a desperate father trusted Jesus' word before he saw the outcome. His faith not only changed his own life, but influenced his entire household.
This message explores four areas of spiritual leadership we all need to grow in: intentional discipleship, effective discipline, life involvement, and Christlike example. Whether you're a parent, a mentor, or someone seeking to influence others well, it's a helpful reminder that the people around us are often shaped most by the way we live.

Breaking Dawn #13: Unexpected Things But Certainty of Choice // Isaiah 38-39 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

No one plans for the unexpected. A difficult diagnosis, a closed door, a sudden change, or even small disappointments can quickly shift our perspective. The question isn't whether unexpected things will happen. The question is how we'll respond when they do. From the life of Hezekiah in Isaiah 38-39, this message reminds us that while we cannot control every circumstance, we can choose to revere God, live each day with purpose, and trust Him in the moments that matter most.

Breaking Dawn #12: When Faith is Shaken // Isaiah 36-37 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

There are moments when our faith feels steady, and moments when questions, fears, circumstances, or even other people's words make us wonder if God can really be trusted.In Isaiah 36-37, Judah faced a powerful enemy determined to shake their confidence in God. Instead of giving in to fear, King Hezekiah brought the situation before the Lord and trusted Him to act.This message reminds us that God is not threatened by our doubts or our circumstances. He is still at work, still faithful to His promises, and still worthy of our trust. When our faith is shaken, we can look to Him and remember that He has always been trustworthy.

God-Honoring Families // 1 Peter 3:1-12 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Family relationships can bring some of life's greatest joys, but they can also be the source of some of our deepest frustrations.In this message, we look at God's design for husbands, wives, parents, and children, and how healthy families are built when each person takes responsibility for their role. Along the way, we're reminded that no family is perfect, but with God's help, we can learn to show compassion, speak with grace, seek peace, and grow together.

Marked Safe // Psalm 91:1-16 // Rev. JP Lim

We spend so much of life trying to feel secure, planning ahead, preparing for worst-case scenarios, trying to stay in control. But even with all our precautions, fear and uncertainty still find their way in.Psalm 91 reminds us that genuine security is not found in a trouble-free life, but in the presence of God. His protection is not distant or occasional. He is near, faithful, and present even in the middle of the battles we cannot control.This message is a reminder that peace does not always come from knowing everything will work out exactly the way we want, but from knowing we do not walk through life alone.

When the Strong Get Tired // 1 Kings 19:1-21 // Rev. Victor Ramoy

Sometimes the hardest part of life is not one big problem, but the constant weight of responsibilities, pressure, disappointment, and trying to keep going when you’re already tired.In 1 Kings 19, even Elijah, a faithful prophet of God, reached a point where he felt exhausted, discouraged, and overwhelmed. But instead of condemning him, God met him with compassion, rest, truth, and strength.This message is a reminder that even strong people get tired, and that God is not absent in those moments. He sees, restores, and walks with us through them.

This One was Born in Zion // Psalm 87 // Dr. Steven Guest

Psalm 87 gives a beautiful picture of the kind of people God is building, people from every background, every nation, every story, brought together by His grace. It reminds us that no one is too far from God, and that His mission is bigger than we often realize. It also challenges us to see the people around us differently, not as interruptions or strangers, but as people deeply known and pursued by Him.
This message is a timely reminder that we’re not just living for the present, but for a coming day when people from every nation will worship together before God.

Breaking Dawn #11: Expect the Unexpected // Isaiah 32:9-20 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

It’s easy to assume that what we have today will always be there tomorrow. Stability can quietly turn into complacency, and before we know it, God is no longer at the center, only someone we turn to when things go wrong.This message is a needed reminder that life can change faster than we expect. We are called not to live in fear, but to live awake, prepared, and grounded in something deeper than our circumstances.As we face uncertainty, the question is not just how ready we are for change, but who we are holding on to when it comes.Watch the full sermon and reflect on what it means to trust a God who never changes, even when everything else does.

Breaking Dawn #10: Best of the Best // Isaiah 25:1-26:4 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

God doesn’t just provide enough, He provides the best of the best.
This week's passage shows us a picture of what God gives to those who trust Him: complete protection, abundant provision, salvation and eternal life, and perfect peace. It’s a reminder that our view of God is often too small. We tend to see Him through what we lack or struggle with right now, but Scripture pulls us into something much bigger, what He is already preparing, and what He has already secured for those who belong to Him.
This message invites us to rethink where we place our trust, especially when life feels uncertain or overwhelming.

The Rapture: Hoax, Hype, or Hope? // 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 // Dr. Jeff Kinley

There’s no shortage of bad news in the world, and it can leave you feeling unsettled about what’s ahead. But the Bible points us to something steady, a future that is secure, and a hope that isn’t based on circumstances. This message unpacks what Scripture says about the rapture and why it was meant to bring clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of purpose for how we live today.

Breaking Dawn #9: There Will Be a Day // Isaiah 14:1-27 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

We don’t often think about eternity in our everyday decisions, but it quietly shapes what really matters.
This message reminds us that there will be a day when God makes things right, when every life moves toward its eternal destination, when pride is brought low, and when His plans fully unfold. It’s both comforting and sobering, especially for the things that feel unfair, uncertain, or out of our control.
Sometimes we just need to pause and remember, what we’re living for now will echo far beyond today.

The Other Mary // Matthew 27; Mark 15-16; Luke 8; John 19-20 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

While others walked away, Mary Magdalene stayed. At the cross, at the tomb, and in her grief, she kept seeking Jesus, and in that seeking, she encountered the risen Lord.
Her story shows what a transformed life looks like. It serves, it stays, it seeks, and it shares what it has seen.
The resurrection doesn’t only change what we believe. It changes how we live.

Don't Miss the Moment // John 12:1-8 // Min. Kenneth Sy

Some moments carry more weight than others, and you don’t always get them twice.In John 12, Mary responds to Jesus with a kind of devotion that is costly, personal, and immediate. In the same room, someone else sounds spiritual but completely misses what matters most. It is a quiet but honest picture of how easy it is to look devoted while holding back the heart.This message is a reminder to slow down and ask what our devotion is really centered on, and whether we are responding to God when it matters, not later, not someday, but now.

Breaking Dawn #8: Everlasting Praise // Isaiah 12:1-6 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

One day, we’ll stand before God and praise Him fully. But we don’t have to wait to start praising Him. Not when His grace is already at work, His salvation is already present, His goodness is already around us, and His greatness is already over everything we face.