Messages June 2008

  • The Comfort Zone

    June 1, 2008

    Probably one of, if not the most, pointed and poignant messages ever given by Pastor Kendall Odle, it leaves no doubt as to his passion and desire for this church -- to be a place that appeals to those in need of what it truly has to offer ... the answers for eternity and friendship for today. In order to achieve this goal, however, we need to be willing to leave our dreaded comfort zones, even if it means a wilderness experience. The rewards will far outweigh the risks if we're just willing to move.

  • No Recipe Required

    June 8, 2008

    In probably one of the most unusual approaches to a sermon, Pastor Kendall Odle challenges us in a not-so-subtle, even humorous manner to go past "the obvious" answers and, yes, to question our faith in God. Because in doing so, we will investigate and then ultimately own our faith, rather than just accepting what we've been told or have grown up with. Even if we don't find all the answers "on paper," we WILL be assured in our hearts and through our own personal experiences of the reality and compassion of the One true living God.

  • Father's Day

    June 15, 2008

    By Natalie Odle

  • Let's Go

    June 22, 2008

    “It was unanimous. We all agree. Let’s go.”

    Following a week of meetings with the people of Turlock Grace, Senior Pastor Kendall Odle both informs us of the conclusions of those meetings and where we will soon be heading as a body of Christ followers.

    After receiving our full support, Pastor Kendall will lead us to venture beyond the limitations of 200 North Avenue, Turlock, California. Yes, we are becoming a new church with a new vision.

    This message is life-changing and community-changing. Nothing will ever be the same after today for the people of Turlock Grace ... or the community of Turlock, for that matter ... and, as God leads, even well beyond.

  • Trust and Obey

    June 29, 2008

    Pastor Kendall continues on the trek this church has embarked upon with his message about Saul and Samuel -- a message about trust. Bottom line, we are to trust what the Lord gives us and act upon it accordingly, because when we change or add to what God desires, we end up making ourselves miserable ... and God unhappy, too. He knows what's best for us.