Evening Service "On Break" For Summer; AM Service Continues
It's summertime, and so while our 10:30 AM service will continue, we'll be taking a break from Sunday evenings and the kids' Sunday School...
Keep Reading Evening Service "On Break" For Summer; AM Service Continues
It's summertime, and so while our 10:30 AM service will continue, we'll be taking a break from Sunday evenings and the kids' Sunday School...
Means of Grace for June 14: God's Nature, Spurgeon's Evangelist, Culture War, Tradition & More!
Here's the latest iteration of Means of Grace: Divine Light, Is God A Therapist?, Spurgeon's Greatest Evangelist, "Totalizing" Culture War Mindset, The Usefulness of Tradition, and more!...
National Statement on Bill C-4 (the "Conversion Therapy" ban)
A public statement on the passage of Bill C-4 and "conversion therapy," on our concern for religious liberty in Canada, and our pledge to continue proclaiming the full counsel of God....
Pastoral Update on New Health Restrictions
Pastor Jeff's update on how we're responding to the Alberta government's new COVID-19 restrictions....
Open Letter Regarding the Town of Cochrane's Proposed Inclusivity Statement
An open letter written by Pastor Jeff to the members of Cochrane's Town Council regarding a proposed inclusivity statement for the Town....
New Study Series: What Is Reformed Theology?
Grace Church's spring studies will be Wednesdays at 7:30 PM on the question, "What Is Reformed Theology?"...
Song of the Month: "Christ Our Hope in Life and Death"
Introducing "Christ Our Hope In Life and Death," our Song of the Month for April 2020....
Our Latest Newsletter: "Excited to See How God Uses This"
Read our latest newsletter to learn how Grace Church is seeking to face the COVD-19 pandemic....
Catechism & Bible Memory in the Life of the Church
We’d love to see everyone in the church studying and memorizing the catechism together, individually, as families, and as a congregation....
Hope from the Third Day
Why Christ's resurrection on the Third Day was vital--and why Christians celebrate that history-altering truth every Easter....
Called Outside The Camp
We who have been joined with Christ in his death, who have had our sins nailed to his cross, and who have the joy and hope of being joined with him in his resurrection, need to be prepared to count the cost and join him “outside the camp.”...
Christian Grace & Schooling Options
For many Christian families, the stress of the back to school scramble is compounded by decisions regarding how to school their children. Do we choose to home school? Do we send our kids to public school? Christian School? How do we decide what’s best for our family and is right in the eyes of the Lord?...
If Christ Had Not Been Raised
As soon as the resurrection and work of Christ on the cross is separated, both lose the fullness of their meaning. And so you can't say, "If Christ had not been raised, his work on the cross was still effectual."...
Means of Grace for June 14: God's Nature, Spurgeon's Evangelist, Culture War, Tradition & More!
Here's the latest iteration of Means of Grace: Divine Light, Is God A Therapist?, Spurgeon's Greatest Evangelist, "Totalizing" Culture War Mindset, The Usefulness of Tradition, and more!...
Keep ReadingPreparing for One's Baptism Service
Once you’ve taken the classes, been interviewed by the elders, and prepared a testimony, a day will be set when you will be immersed publicly. What should you do to get ready for that day?...
Keep ReadingA Sample Baptismal Testimony
Here's what our lead pastor's testimony might look like if he were to pursue baptism today....
Keep ReadingPreparing a Baptismal Testimony
A baptismal testimony can amplify and clarify the meaning of baptism for those present; it is an encouragement to Christians, an exhortation to those considering Christ, and a summons to those who do not yet believe....
Keep ReadingPreparing for a Baptism Interview
One of our concerns when it comes to baptism is to ensure, as much as it is humanly possible, that those being baptized are truly believers....
Keep ReadingWhat Happens at a Baptism?
So what happens at a baptism service? At Grace Church, here is a rough sketch of what you can expect....
Keep ReadingBaptism Means I'm Being Sanctified by the Spirit
Baptism is a promise to the believer that, as Paul assured the Thessalonians, “he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Christ Jesus.”...
Keep ReadingWhat Does Baptism Mean? I Have Been Forgiven By The Father
Baptism makes visible what cannot be seen: the faith in Jesus Christ that saves, and its result, that we are forgiven by the Father....
Keep ReadingWhat Does Baptism Mean? I Have Been Joined To Jesus
Baptism, a display of Trinitarian glory, signifies three vitally important realities in the life of a new Christian. First, it declares that the believer is joined to Jesus....
Keep ReadingIn Whose Name Do We Baptize?
Baptism is not pledging allegiance to some abstract, undefined, generic “higher power.”...
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National Statement on Bill C-4 (the "Conversion Therapy" ban)
A public statement on the passage of Bill C-4 and "conversion therapy," on our concern for religious liberty in Canada, and our pledge to continue proclaiming the full counsel of God....
Keep ReadingMeans of Grace for January 6: Bible reading, church after COVID, natural law, & more!
Bible reading plans, baptism, the church after COVID, natural law, and more: here’s the latest edition of “Means of Grace”!...
Keep ReadingWho Is To Be Baptized?
Why do we baptize confessing believers only, and not infants? Who are the proper recipients of Christian baptism?...
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Latest Newsletter: "Staying the Course"
Our latest newsletter article is up! Read "Staying the Course: Grace at the End of 2021" here....
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A Practical Theology of Time
God made time and has it under control. Here's some thoughts on how it relates to us practically as we enter the Christmas season....
Keep ReadingThe Incarnation and the 25th
We don't actually know for sure which day Jesus' birth took place--and that's okay. There's a couple lessons in that for us....
Keep ReadingThe True End of Christmas
The reason we look forward so eagerly to Christmas is because of what Christmas so eagerly looks forward to....
Keep ReadingMeans of Grace for December 9: Lordship, First & Second Things, Bill C-4, Christmas Hymnals and more
The Lordship of Christ, first and second things, Bill C-4, Christmas hymnals, and more--here's "Means of Grace" for December 9, 2021!...
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Pastoral Update on New Health Restrictions
Pastor Jeff's update on how we're responding to the Alberta government's new COVID-19 restrictions....
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Services Are Back at Frank Wills Hall on Sunday Mornings!
Both our Main Service and Adult & Children's Sunday School are back at Frank Wills Hall on Sunday mornings!...
Keep ReadingBack Indoors on Sundays, at Cochrane Alliance & Frank Wills Hall!
Grace Church returns to indoor services Sunday, May 30, with our 10 AM Sunday School at Frank Wills and 2 PM Main Service at Cochrane Alliance!...
Keep ReadingDrive-In Services Starting Sunday, 10:30 AM at Frank Wills
In light of new provincial restrictions we will be holding our services outdoors in the Frank Wills Hall parking lot as drive-in events, Sundays at 10:30 AM....
Keep ReadingNo in-person service this Sunday, May 2 - join us by Zoom!
There will be no in-person gathering on Sunday, May 2; join us via Zoom this week instead!...
Keep Reading"Means of Grace" for April 12, 2021
The regulative principle of worship made simple, "What Can Miserable Christians Sing," Ann Judson, the ruins of Ur, beehive houses--here's the latest edition of "Means of Grace"!...
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"Means of Grace" for April 5, 2021
Jesus' descent to the dead, William Tyndale, the forgetfulness of God, and more--here's the latest edition of "Means of Grace"!...
Keep Reading"Means of Grace" for March 30, 2021
Biblical inerrancy, Parliament stepping away from its responsibility, 3-D video of first-century Jerusalem, and more: here's "Means of Grace" for March 30!...
Keep ReadingIntroducing "Means of Grace," A New Blog Series!
Introducing "Means of Grace," a recurring series of articles providing links and other useful information related to teaching and preaching here at Grace....
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Update on New COVID-19 Restrictions
A brief explanation of how the Town of Cochrane's and the Province of Alberta's new COVID-19 restrictions affect activities at Grace....
Keep ReadingOpen Letter Regarding the Town of Cochrane's Proposed Inclusivity Statement
An open letter written by Pastor Jeff to the members of Cochrane's Town Council regarding a proposed inclusivity statement for the Town....
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New Study Series: What Is Reformed Theology?
Grace Church's spring studies will be Wednesdays at 7:30 PM on the question, "What Is Reformed Theology?"...
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Women's Bible Study Tonight, Online!
Our women's Bible study will take place online via Google Meet--read on for more info!...
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Our Latest Newsletter: "Excited to See How God Uses This"
Read our latest newsletter to learn how Grace Church is seeking to face the COVD-19 pandemic....
Keep ReadingSunday March 15 Service Online--Public Service Cancelled
Grace Church's plan for its March 15, 2020 service in light of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic....
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Baptism Class, 9:05 AM Sunday December 15!
We're planning baptisms in the New Year! There will be a baptism class this Sunday at 9:05....
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Much To Be Thankful For!
Six weeks after our official launch, we're encouraged by what God is doing at Grace!...
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Catechism & Bible Memory in the Life of the Church
We’d love to see everyone in the church studying and memorizing the catechism together, individually, as families, and as a congregation....
Keep ReadingBlizzards and Blessings
Grace Church of Cochrane has now held its first three worship services as a new church, and we're encouraged by what God is doing!...
Keep ReadingUPDATED: Possible Time/Location Change (Apr 28)
Grace Church might have to change its location and meeting time for tomorrow's service (April 28)--stay tuned....
Keep ReadingAn End--And A Beginning
On Palm Sunday, nine families said goodbye to Calvary Grace Church, formed Grace Church of Cochrane, and were sent into the mission field....
Keep ReadingReady to Launch!
Calvary Grace Church's Cochrane Mission Team is set to launch Grace Church of Cochrane on Easter Sunday. Here's a look at our first two worship services in our newly rented space!...
Keep ReadingHope from the Third Day
Why Christ's resurrection on the Third Day was vital--and why Christians celebrate that history-altering truth every Easter....
Keep ReadingMainstreaming Mormonism
The Mormons are largely a kind, hardworking people with commendable family and social values. But as admirable as individual Mormons may be, they have been deceived. We would not be loving if we did not tell the truth....
Keep ReadingKeeping the Faith in an Election Season
As in any other season, stand ready to give a reason for the hope that is in you. Practice discernment and find out where the parties stand before you vote. And keep it in perspective. No matter what happens, God is on the throne....
Keep ReadingThe Harmony of Plurality in Unity
What if music is more than mere entertainment, but reflects, in a distant way, God's Triune nature?...
Keep ReadingWhy You Should Read Biblical Genealogies
Those long lists of names you find in the Bible are actually very helpful, and you should study them. Here's why....
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Faith and Doubt
Just because Christians are prone to doubt does not make doubt a good or praiseworthy thing, any more than the fact that Christians are prone to sinful anger makes rage any less sinful....
Keep ReadingCalled Outside The Camp
We who have been joined with Christ in his death, who have had our sins nailed to his cross, and who have the joy and hope of being joined with him in his resurrection, need to be prepared to count the cost and join him “outside the camp.”...
Keep ReadingChrist the Redeemer--and Avenger
Even as we correctly uphold Jesus’ saving mission, it’s easy to forget that there is an aspect to Christ’s work that, for many, is less pleasant to speak about. Jesus is coming to save, yes, but he is also coming to destroy....
Keep ReadingLegalism Misidentifies the Enemy
The problem is that legalism, at its best, only addresses symptoms rather than the cause of man’s problem....legalism goes to war against particular sins rather than properly defining the Christian’s enemy as being his or her innate sinfulness....
Keep ReadingNot Just Modes or Manifestations
The Trinity lies at the very heart of Christian belief. It is fundamental to Christianity, and denial of it has always been understood to place one "outside the camp."...
Keep ReadingBoasting In Weakness
Any believer can take hope, when reading David Brainerd’s story, that no matter what the burdens and obstacles that may come along the Christian walk, God will use their service for His glory....
Keep ReadingWork As It Was Meant To Be
The promise of resurrection and paradise is not a promise that we will be freed from work. Rather, it is a promise that we, and our work, will be freed from sin, so that our work may become the joy and pleasure it was always intended to be....
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