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What if the miracle you're waiting for is on hold, waiting on you? In Part 4 of Unlikely Miracles, we talk about costly giving: the kind of generosity that actually costs you something. It starts with the true story of three kids nobody wanted to take in, not even the church, and how they became family. From there we look at why David refused to give God something that cost him nothing, why Jesus was more impressed by two small coins than by the big offerings, and how one poor kid's lunch fed thousands. This isn't about guilt, pressure, or "sowing a seed." It's about the heart behind what we give, why generosity doesn't have to make practical sense, and how God does more with a little from someone who's willing than a lot from someone who isn't. 📖 2 Samuel 24:22–24 | Matthew 25:44–45 | Mark 12:41–44 | John 6:5–13 — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

What happens when you refuse to walk away just because things get hard? In this message, we dive into the inspiring and often overlooked story of Ruth, exploring what it really means to practice unreasonable loyalty when your circumstances give you every reason to quit. From the cultural habit of running from difficult commitments to the unexpected miracles that happen when you choose to stay, this conversation unpacks how perseverance, integrity, and hope position you for ultimate favor and a life-changing turnaround. If you're facing a season where your commitments feel heavier than expected, this message will remind you that staying the course is never wasted on God. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Maybe you've been told you're too much. Too broken, too far gone, too messed up to ever really change. Maybe you've used something destructive — a substance, a habit, even hurting yourself — just to feel something other than what you were feeling. In this episode, we dig into one of the strangest stories in the Bible — a man so lost he lived in a graveyard and couldn't be chained down — to talk about what it actually looks like to lose yourself in your pain, and what it takes to get free of it. This isn't a tidy redemption story. It's about the real cost of change, why the people closest to you might resist it, and why your worst chapter might not be the end of your story — it might be the setup for it.yes — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

We pray for a miracle, but the second the answer arrives looking uncomfortable, humiliating, or outside our control, we reject it. We’ve bought into the lie that obedience equals smooth sailing, but the reality is that God rarely works within the safe borders of our ego. In this episode, we kick off Part 1 of the series "Unlikely Miracles." Walking through the story of Elijah surviving an extreme drought, we confront the raw, uncomfortable mechanics of faith: why provision often arrives through sources that force you to swallow your pride, why it takes as much faith to ask for help as it does to give it, and how the hardest seasons of your life are actually positioning you for breakthroughs you don't even know you need yet. If your life feels dry, unpredictable, or completely stripped down, this conversation will change how you look at your current circumstances. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

What if some of the thoughts you’ve accepted as “just who I am” were never meant to have that much power over you? There is a war happening in our minds, and sometimes the loudest battles are the ones no one else can see. Fear. Overthinking. Worst-case scenarios. Insecurity. Doubt. The thoughts that convince us to quit before we’ve even tried. In this message, Lauren talks about learning to recognize the battle, becoming intentional about what we allow access to our minds, and understanding that not every thought deserves to be believed. We’ll talk about guarding the door, questioning the voices that influence us, replacing lies with truth, and discovering that old patterns don’t have to become permanent identities. Your mind can change. Your thoughts can change. And maybe it’s time to finally say: I changed my mind. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Most believers say they want a biblical worldview so they can make an impact, yet they end up building a spiritual bunker and never letting anyone inside. In Part 4 of Building a Biblical Mind, we tackle how to navigate real-world tension without swinging to extremes—becoming a passive doormat on one side or an obnoxious jerk on the other. From resisting political coercion and pressure-cooker culture, to talking with skeptics without turning into a spiritual salesman, to knowing when Scripture actually commands you to draw a line in the sand—this conversation is about practical discernment. Discover how to open the front door to genuine connection while keeping healthy house rules that protect your peace. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

We’ve turned spiritual conviction into a culture war where anyone with a different perspective is immediately labeled toxic or fake. But what if two people can be completely devoted to the same truth and still disagree on how they live it out? In this episode, we unpack why unity isn't about uniform behavior. We dive into the difference between non-negotiable values and personal preferences, why pastors shouldn't be your political rubber stamp, and how your unique background and personality are meant to expand—not shrink—your spiritual journey. Stop picking fights over paint colors in a house built on grace. In this message, we talk about: Why Paul and Barnabas had a sharp fallout (and why both were still right) How to evaluate your convictions without inheriting petty traditions The line between helpful choices and toxic habits Why diversity of culture, style, and expression actually reflects a complete picture of God — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Ever feel like your beliefs are made up of random, disconnected pieces that don't actually fit together? In Part 2 of "Building a Biblical Mind," we’re talking about what it takes to build a belief system that actually stands when life gets heavy. We pull back the curtain on how easy it is to adopt a "copy-and-paste" mindset—borrowing someone else's blueprint without ever testing if their structure holds weight. From dissecting bad arguments on a front porch to identifying the loadbearing truths that anchor everything else, this episode gives you the practical mental tools to evaluate what you believe, why you believe it, and whether it holds up to real-world scrutiny. In this message, we unpack: Measuring Lines: How to accurately evaluate ideas using full context, genre, and basic hermeneutics instead of treating ancient texts like fortune cookies. Loadbearing Beliefs: Identifying the core non-negotiable principles that support all your opinions, decisions, and outlooks. Stress Testing: Why true conviction must be able to withstand hypotheticals, scrutiny, and plain old common sense. Stop living in a distorted house. It’s time to inspect the frame, replace what’s broken, and build something built to last. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

*Our apologies for the sound. We had a technical issue with the recording.* Have you ever met someone who claimed their wild, fringe, or aggressive opinions were "biblical" just because they threw a few Bible verses over them? In a world where everyone uses "God said" to back up their personal ego, how do we actually build a mind that thinks like Jesus? In Part 1 of our new series, Building a Biblical Mind, we’re stripping away the noise and laying down the bedrock. Before you can construct a worldview that endures the storms of life, you have to inspect the foundation you're currently standing on. In this episode, we unpack: Understanding Worldview: How your childhood, experiences, and subconscious filters try to bend Scripture to fit your life instead of letting Scripture reshape you. Establishing Authority: Why "I don't feel convicted" is a dangerous measuring line for truth, and why feelings make terrible foundations. Surrounding Preconceptions: Why the most biblical mindset isn't one that pretends to know everything—it’s one that is humble enough to be corrected by God. Stop living on the cliff notes of other people's opinions. Tune in and learn how to pour the concrete of real biblical trust. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

What happens when faith feels less like a relationship and more like an exhausting, impossible list of spiritual expectations? So many people are carrying the heavy, quiet weight of feeling like they’re "doing faith wrong." Whether it’s being told an unanswered prayer is your fault for not believing hard enough, or feeling like you have to force an emotional experience to prove God is real—modern religious culture has turned simple trust into a public spectacle. In part 4 of the Submerged series, we strip away the man-made performance and look at what simple, authentic faith actually looks like. We unpack: Why fear and faith are actually the exact same mechanism in your mind. The critical difference between believing in your head and trusting with your heart. How a tiny, invisible seed of hope can produce more long-term breakthrough than trying to force "great faith." How a simple act of worship can completely shift your atmosphere, even when you're sitting in the middle of a hard season. If you’re tired of chasing moving goalposts and ready to experience the quiet, unshakeable freedom Christ promised, this episode is for you. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

*Due to a technical issue, the beginning of this message was cut off. We apologize for the inconvenience.* We’ve all seen the extreme swings when it comes to talks about the Holy Spirit. On one side, it’s treated like a supernatural magic trick where you have to see a wild reaction for it to be real. On the other side, it’s completely ignored as if it’s too awkward or complicated to bring up. In part 3 of our "Submerged" series, we’re cutting through the religious baggage to look at what the baptism of the Holy Spirit actually means for your everyday life. We break down the real context behind Pentecost and the controversy of speaking in tongues, why character matters infinitely more than chasing a supernatural high, and why following God means being willing to take steps that don't make sense to your logic. If you’ve ever felt discouraged, confused, or burned by rigid teachings on faith, this conversation is for you.  — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Have you ever felt completely empty while trying your hardest to do things for God? In Part 2 of our series, Submerged, we’re pulling back the curtain on a massive trap that catches so many believers: replacing a raw, intimate relationship with Jesus with practical religion and "Hell insurance." Through personal stories of teenage mistakes, dealing with the devastating aftermath of a stolen ministry trailer, and breaking free from toxic, legalistic environments, this episode is a direct challenge to change the narrative of who you are. Stop trying to grow from a place of who you were, and start living from a place of who He is. It’s time to stop wading in the shallow end of performance-based faith, drop the religious mechanics, and give Jesus a full invitation to fill every single aspect of your day-to-day life. Key Takeaways from This Episode: Rooted: Why salvation means inviting Jesus into the parts of your life that already exist, rather than constantly trying to perform for Him. Raised: How choosing to lift up the name of Jesus disarms the enemy and shifts your perspective in the middle of a crisis. Revived: Reclaiming the pure, child-like joy of simply being close to your Creator without the heavy weight of clerical rules. — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Have you ever found yourself doing all the "right" things in your faith, yet still feeling completely disconnected, dry, or even doubting your own salvation? In this kickoff message of our new series, "Submerged," we are going into the deep water to unpack what it truly means to be saved, stay saved, and feel saved. We break down the stark difference between a checklist religion and a sincere, intimate relationship with Jesus. Through personal stories—from navigating the confusing animal sacrifices of Leviticus to a raw reality check at a recovery center—we expose how modern religious culture has turned repentance into an idolization of human works. We'll look closely at the thief on the cross, the ultimate baseline of pure grace, and examine why Simon Peter ran straight into the empty tomb while John stood reserved at the entrance. If you are tired of standing on the shore, counting points on a religious scoreboard, and wading in the shallows of anxiety and uncertainty, this episode is your invitation to drop the checklist, leave the shore behind, and get completely submerged in the ocean of God's grace. Key Scriptures Covered: Romans 10:9-10 Luke 23:40-43 Matthew 7:21-23 Hebrews 6:1 Isaiah 64:6 Philippians 3:7-9 Galatians 2:21 Romans 14:1-3 John 20:3-8 1 Corinthians 2:14-15  — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Isolation is the playground of relapse—not just in recovery, but in our faith, our marriages, and our families. In the finale of our "Faith & Family" series, we are pulling back the curtain on a modern cultural epidemic: the conditioning to isolate and normalize loneliness. We’ve traded deep, soul-level community for shallow digital interactions, and it’s leaving our faith dry and apathetic. In this message, we break down three fundamental truths we often think we've outgrown as adults: why human connection is a hardwired creation design, how to stop waiting for community and start creating it, and the sobering reality that you eventually become exactly who you surround yourself with. It’s time to stop treating church like a drive-thru, audit our inner circles, and build the relationships that guard our future. Key Scriptures in this Message: Genesis 2:18, Matthew 7:12, Matthew 18:23-33, Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 22:24-25, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 27:1  — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

Whether we like it or not, our children are our ultimate "mini-mes"—catching our habits, our words, and our faith in the quiet, unfiltered moments of everyday life. In Part 3 of the Faith & Family series, we are tearing down the legalistic checklists and diving into the raw, beautiful, and sometimes exhausting reality of parenting. From a childhood memory of getting lost off a school bus to an unexpected insight from Tony Soprano, this episode unpacks a foundational shift every parent needs to make: We are stewards, not owners, of our children. If you’ve ever felt completely unqualified, overwhelmed, or terrified of repeating the mistakes of your past, this conversation is for you. We explore how to navigate the high-wire act of discipline, grace, and freedom, and why setting healthy boundaries today builds a resilient foundation for your child’s future. You don’t have to be a perfect parent to be a faithful one. Tune in to discover how to lead your family with clarity, intention, and a grace that outlasts the mess. Key Scripture Covered: Genesis 33:5, Genesis 48:9, Isaiah 8:18 (Children as a gift) Luke 12:48 (The weight of stewardship) Ephesians 6:1-4 & Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (Structure and continuous instruction) 1 Corinthians 11:1 & Titus 2:6-7 (The power of modeling) — To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com   Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch