Gracecity
Welcome to the audio podcast of Gracecity, a community of faith in Auckland New Zealand. Every Sunday, we‘ve got a life-giving message for you. At Gracecity, we believe we’re called to join God’s renewal of people and places. God’s heart is for restoration and He invites us to partner with Him. We challenge division and participate in a community that empowers and equips people to live out their faith in our world. We see no line between faith and life, believing that at work, home and church, God is working in us and through us. For more information and to stay up to date with Gracecity, please visit www.gracecity.nz
Welcome to the audio podcast of Gracecity, a community of faith in Auckland New Zealand. Every Sunday, we‘ve got a life-giving message for you. At Gracecity, we believe we’re called to join God’s renewal of people and places. God’s heart is for restoration and He invites us to partner with Him. We challenge division and participate in a community that empowers and equips people to live out their faith in our world. We see no line between faith and life, believing that at work, home and church, God is working in us and through us. For more information and to stay up to date with Gracecity, please visit www.gracecity.nz
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Episodes

May 24, 2026
May 24, 2026
36 min
What if the hardest season of your life isn’t proof that God has abandoned you, but evidence that He’s still weaving something beautiful together? In this powerful opening message of the “Woven” series through James 1, we explore how God works through trials, suffering, confusion, and pressure to shape resilient faith that doesn’t unravel under tension.

May 17, 2026
May 17, 2026
42 min
Why does pain exist if God is good? In this powerful message from Gracecity’s “Ask Anything” series, we explore one of humanity’s deepest questions through real stories of suffering, loss, faith, and hope. From the philosophy of C.S. Lewis to the personal journey of “Ken” and Claire, this sermon wrestles honestly with evil, suffering, and the possibility that pain might not be the end of the story.

May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
42 min
What happens after death — and why did Jesus speak so often about hell? In this honest and confronting message, we unpack what the Bible really says about heaven, hell, eternity, justice, and the hope of the cross. Whether you’re sceptical, searching, or a longtime Christian, this is a conversation too important to avoid.

May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
39 min
Are headlines lining up with prophecy—or are we reading too much into the moment? In this third message of our Ask Anything series, we explore what the Bible actually says about the end times, why predictions have missed the mark before, and how to stay grounded when the world feels uncertain.

Apr 28, 2026
Apr 28, 2026
37 min
Can you lose your salvation—or are you held secure no matter what? In week two of Ask Anything, we tackle one of Christianity’s most debated questions, unpacking what the Bible says about grace, assurance, and what it really means to belong to Jesus.
If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, failure, or fear of falling away, this message gets personal—offering clarity, challenge, and a reminder that if we’re saved by grace, we’re held by grace.

Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
47 min
This is one of the most honest—and challenging—questions the church can ask. Can LGBTQ+ people follow Jesus and find a place to belong, without compromising truth or grace? In this message, we explore a tension many feel but few articulate—offering a vision of a church marked by deep welcome, real conviction, and a God who meets us right where we are.

Apr 6, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
30 min
What happens when we die? It’s a question we can’t avoid—and one that Easter boldly answers. Jesus didn’t offer a theory. He made a claim: “I am the resurrection and the life.” The question is simple—and personal: Do you believe this? The evidence might surprise you.

Mar 30, 2026
I AM: The I AM (John 8:58) | Brad Carr
Mar 30, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
35 min
Jesus’ bold claim—“Before Abraham was born, I am” (John 8:58)—forces a question we can’t ignore. Was He a liar, a lunatic, a legend… or truly Lord?
Exploring Scripture and the famous argument from C. S. Lewis, this message challenges you to wrestle with the identity of Jesus—and decide where you stand.

Mar 23, 2026
I AM: The True Vine (John 15:1) | Jonathan Dove
Mar 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
35 min
You can build a life that looks full — and still feel completely drained. In this message, Jonathan Dove unpacks John 15:1–8, where Jesus Christ offers a radically different way to live: not by striving harder, but by staying connected to the source of life. If you’ve been running on empty, this might be the reset you didn’t know you needed.

Mar 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026
38 min
Jesus made one of the most controversial and hope-filled claims in history: “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” In this message, we explore why those words still challenge our world—and why they’ve given people unshakable hope for over 2,000 years.



