Kindred House Grand Rapids Sermons | Spiritual Growth, Church Online, Scripture-Based, Nondenominational

57 | When My Faith Starts To Slip - Jed Kasica

In this message from Jed Kasica, we journey through the Book of Hebrews to confront a sobering question: What causes believers to drift away from God? Speaking from Hebrews 1–2, Jed unpacks the danger of “faith rot” — the gradual decay of spiritual attentiveness caused by distraction, neglect, compromise, and cultural pressure.
This sermon explores how the early Jewish Christians faced persecution, spiritual exhaustion, and temptation to abandon their faith, and how the writer of Hebrews responded by pointing them back to Jesus — the Son of God, the radiance of God’s glory, and the sustaining Word over all creation.
Whether you feel spiritually dry, distracted, burned out, or distant from God, this message is a call to re-center your life around Christ and remain steadfast in your faith. Jed challenges believers to move beyond passive Christianity and actively pursue spiritual maturity through Scripture, prayer, worship, discipleship, community, communion, and the work of the Holy Spirit.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

56 | Abide: Finding Strength in God’s Presence - Kayla Kasica

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day message, Kayla Kasica shares a powerful teaching on what it means to truly abide in Christ. Through John 15, Ephesians 2, Psalm 139, and other key scriptures, Kayla explores how believers are called to remain connected to Jesus — not striving in their own strength, but living from a place of intimacy, surrender, and continual awareness of God’s presence.
Whether you’re navigating motherhood, busy seasons, emotional burdens, distractions, or spiritual fatigue, this message is a reminder that God is always near. Kayla encourages listeners to draw close to the Lord through prayer, worship, Scripture, and dependence on the Holy Spirit, discovering the peace, strength, wisdom, and endurance that only come from abiding in Him.
This encouraging sermon speaks to mothers, families, and every believer longing for deeper relationship with God and greater spiritual fruitfulness.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

55 | Foundations: The Sound of the Church - James Kraft

In this episode, James Kraft teaches on the true meaning of worship through the lens of sacrifice, surrender, and trust in God. Drawing from Genesis 22, Romans 12, and the life of David, James unpacks how biblical worship is far more than emotion or music—it’s a life fully laid down before the Lord.
This message explores the connection between worship and sacrifice, the fear of the Lord, idolatry in modern life, and what it means to offer God something that truly costs us. James challenges listeners to examine what has their attention, while pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate picture of perfect worship and surrender.
Whether you’re searching for a deeper understanding of Christian worship, spiritual growth, surrender to God, or biblical teaching on sacrifice and praise, this sermon offers both conviction and encouragement for everyday faith.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

54 | What I Need When I Need It Most - Jed Kasica

Have you ever felt like giving up—on your faith, your relationships, or even God?
In this message, Jed Kasica walks through Hebrews 10:19–25, offering a powerful and practical encouragement for anyone facing adversity, doubt, or spiritual fatigue. Written to early Christians under intense pressure, this passage reminds us that we’re not called to look inward for strength—but upward to Jesus, our Great High Priest.
Because of Jesus, we have direct access to the presence of God. And in seasons when life feels overwhelming, Scripture gives us a clear path forward:
Draw near to God with confidence and authenticity
Hold fast to hope—even when circumstances shake your faith
Stay connected to community and encourage one another
This episode unpacks the beauty of the new covenant, the power of God’s presence in everyday life, and why isolation can quietly weaken our faith. You’ll be reminded that no matter what you’re walking through, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to give up.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

53 | What the Heart Longs For - Steve Wilkins

In this message, Steve Wilkins explores the deep longing of the human heart through Isaiah 64:1—“Oh, that You would rend the heavens and come down.” He unpacks how every person carries an inner ache that cannot be satisfied by success, relationships, or outcomes, but only by the presence of God. Through the finished work of Jesus, the barrier between God and humanity has been removed, giving believers constant access to His presence. This message is a powerful call to redirect our deepest desires away from temporary things and toward a daily, abiding relationship with God—living with the awareness that He is always near.We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

52 | Open The Door To The Lord - Amanda Gibson

In this message from Revelation 3:14–22, Amanda Gibson unpacks Jesus’ warning to the lukewarm church and what it means for believers today. Speaking directly to the church, this passage challenges the danger of spiritual indifference, self-sufficiency, and living without true intimacy with Christ. Amanda reminds us that God’s correction is rooted in love—calling us back to passion, repentance, and relationship. With the powerful image of Jesus standing at the door and knocking, this message invites us to examine our hearts, surrender every area to Him, and rekindle a faith that is fully alive.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

51 | The Resurrection We Need - Karl Gibson

In this powerful Easter message from John 20, Karl Gibson shares the life-changing reality of the resurrection and what it means for us today. From Mary Magdalene’s encounter with Jesus to Thomas’ doubt and ultimate belief, this message reveals a Savior who meets us personally—calling us by name, stepping into our fear, and offering peace in every season. No matter where you find yourself—full of faith or full of questions—Jesus is present, faithful, and the answer you’ve been searching for. This message is a compelling reminder that the resurrection isn’t just something we celebrate—it’s something that transforms how we live.
 
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

50 | The Prayer That Forms Our Lives: Lead Us Not Into Temptation - Cody Vela

In the final message of The Prayer That Forms Our Lives, Cody Vela unpacks the closing line of the Lord’s Prayer: “Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.” This teaching explores the reality of temptation, the role of our own desires, and how sin takes root in our lives. Cody challenges believers to examine their hearts, cultivate daily intimacy with God through prayer, and rely on the power of the Holy Spirit to walk in freedom. Ultimately, this message is a reminder that through Jesus, we are not bound by sin—we are already delivered.
 
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

49 | The Prayer That Forms Our Lives: Give Us Today, Our Daily Bread - Andy Sparks

What does it really mean to pray, “Give us this day our daily bread”? In this message, Andy Sparks continues our series, "The Prayer That Forms Our Lives" and unpacks how the Lord’s Prayer shapes a daily rhythm of trusting God for what we need today—not tomorrow. He explores how prayer moves beyond routine into genuine connection with God, and how forgiveness is both something we receive and something we’re called to give. This episode is a practical and honest invitation to build a consistent prayer life and take intentional steps toward forgiveness.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give

48 | The Prayer That Forms Our Lives: Bringing Heaven to Earth - Jed Kasica

What does it really mean to pray, “Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven”? In week two of The Prayer That Forms Our Lives, Jed Kasica unpacks Matthew 6:10, revealing how God’s Kingdom has been unfolding from Genesis to Jesus—and how we’re called to live it out today.
Discover what it means to live in the tension of the “now and not yet,” how Jesus established victory over sin and darkness, and how believers are called to bring heaven to earth in everyday life. This episode will challenge you to stop living for your own will—and start aligning your life with God’s purpose, authority, and Kingdom mission.
We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays at 10am!555 28th St SE | Grand Rapids, MI
For more information about Kindred House Grand Rapids visit: kindredhousegrandrapids.com
Would you like to support the ministry and outreach of Kindred House? Give today at kindredhouse.church/give