Grace Christian Church of the Philippines

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.

Breaking Dawn #7: Reign of the King // Isaiah 11:1-16 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

We live in a world where trust is hard to give. Leaders disappoint, systems feel unfair, and peace can feel fragile. Isaiah 11 paints a very different picture: a King who understands completely, judges rightly, protects fully, and makes a way for everyone to come near. Not distant, not biased, not uncertain. A ruler who sees clearly and leads well.This message walks through what Jesus' future reign will look like, and why that actually matters for how we live today. Because if this is the kind of King He is, then trusting Him isn’t blind, it’s reasonable.

Breaking Dawn #6: Stay Focused! // Isaiah 8:1–9:7 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

When pressure rises, it becomes easy to listen to the loudest voices or look for security in things that cannot truly hold us. Isaiah 8–9 brings us back to a different starting point. Instead of reacting to the noise around us, we are invited to refocus on who God is, return to His Word for guidance, and remember that the light of Christ still pierces the darkest moments. When we see God clearly again, fear loses its grip and lasting joy comes back into view.This message is a reminder that even when the world feels chaotic, God’s promises are steady, and His victory is never in doubt.

Breaking Dawn #5: Trust in God Alone // Isaiah 7:1-25 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Fear has a way of making threats look bigger than they really are, but God’s power surpasses every threat and His presence changes how we face them.
 
This sermon walks through what it means to trust God when people disappoint you, when alliances shift, and when quick solutions seem more practical than faith. It reminds us that real security is not found in strategies or strong personalities, but in the unchanging character of God.
 
If you’ve been carrying worry, this message helps you see your situation in a different light and invites you to anchor your trust where it will not collapse.

Life's Greatest Asset // Proverbs 3:13-26 // Rev. JP Lim

We live in a world that is loud with information, yet it's still remarkably easy to feel stuck or restless. It turns out that having all the information in the world does not actually give us a steady heart or a clear path forward.This message looks at why wisdom is the single most valuable thing we can pursue. It is not just a luxury for a few people; it is the actual operating system for how life was designed to work. When we stop chasing the next quick fix and start aligning our daily choices with God's blueprint, we begin to experience something deeper than success, real peace, steady confidence, and clarity in the middle of uncertainty.If you have ever felt restless despite having enough, or unsure despite having options, this message is for you.

Interview with a Man in Hell // Luke 16:19-31 // Dr. David Dean

In Luke 16:19-31, Jesus tells a story that unsettles our assumptions. A rich man who seemed blessed in life ends up in torment; a poor beggar who suffered ends up in comfort. The contrast forces us to ask hard questions about what really matters and what lasts.
This message walks through the reality of eternity, the limits of miracles, and the urgency of responding to God’s Word while we still can. It is sobering, but it is also clarifying. It reminds us that comfort is not the same as security, and that knowing Scripture is not the same as trusting Christ.

Breaking Dawn #4: Please Use Me // Isaiah 6:1-13 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Serving God can be tiring when our motives get mixed up or when our hearts drift. Isaiah’s encounter with God reminds us that lasting, faithful service starts with being with Him first, offering ourselves willingly, and staying obedient even when fruit seems unseen.

Breaking Dawn #3: Tipping Point // Isaiah 5:1-30 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

God doesn’t give rules to limit our joy, but to help us flourish. This sermon explores why God disciplines, what it shows about His heart, and how we can stay connected to the life He provides, so our lives produce lasting fruit.

When Life Gets Busy // Luke 10:38-42 // Rev. Victor Ramoy

Busyness can make life look productive while slowly draining what matters most. In Luke 10, Jesus reminds us that service is good, but listening comes first. This message reflects on how hurried lives reshape our hearts, our worship, and our relationships, and why choosing to slow down with Jesus is not a loss, but an act of trust. Sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is pause and listen before we act.

Breaking Dawn #2: The Humbling // Isaiah 2-4 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Pride rarely announces itself. Sometimes it looks like comfort, success, or feeling like we’ve got things under control. This message reminds us of a quieter truth: we are limited, replaceable, and ordinary, and that’s not bad news. It’s an invitation to depend on a God who is truly powerful, steady, and present. There’s freedom in letting go of self-sufficiency and rediscovering humility as the place where grace grows.

Breaking Dawn #1: Our Problem, God's Solution // Isaiah 1:1-31 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Sometimes our faith and our hearts drift without us noticing. Isaiah 1 challenges this by showing how God sees beyond the surface—beyond empty rituals and outward appearances—and calls us to real change, justice, and care for others. The message points to God’s grace that doesn’t just forgive but restores and reshapes the way we live.

Action Items // Ecclesiastes 3:1-5 // Dr. Stephen G. Tan

Life rarely goes according to plan, and trying to force outcomes often leaves us frustrated. This message reminds us that God is in control and His timing is perfect, and it challenges us to cultivate the right attitude through four action steps that help us find purpose, steady our hearts, and see life from a perspective that goes beyond the ups and downs.