Spring Grove Alliance Church Message Podcast https://yafc.churchcenter.com/channels/25036 The Spring Grove Alliance Church Message Podcast features the weekly sermon recorded during our weekly worship gathering. The Spring Grove Alliance Church is part of the York Alliance Family of Churches, serving the Spring Grove York, Pennsylvania area. Join us in person at 213 N. Main Street, Spring Grove, PA 17362. Subscribe to stay connected, and visit us online at springgrovealliance.org. © 2026 York Alliance Family of Churches en-us York Alliance Family of Churches info@yorkalliance.org York Alliance Family of Churches false The Will of God Part 1 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/519626 Paul reminds the Thessalonians that the core of life in Christ is pleasing God, and that they, like us, can often be derailed by the flesh. The call to please God is a call to true freedom through the power of the Holy Spirit.

]]> Paul reminds the Thessalonians that the core of life in Christ is pleasing God, and that they, like us, can often be derailed by the flesh. The call to please God is a call to true freedom through the power of the Holy Spirit.

]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/519626 false Three Prayers https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/519712 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/519712 false Pointing to the Future https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/523584 Being an effective signpost and growing in brotherly love are things that we do and that we are called to do “more and more.” This plays out in the way we work and function in the world.

]]> Being an effective signpost and growing in brotherly love are things that we do and that we are called to do “more and more.” This plays out in the way we work and function in the world.

]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/523584 false Changing: The Word https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/527298 Changing: The Word (From the Series) Family Worship Sunday
Isaiah 55:10-13
The Word is the only real foundation for our spiritual formation--through the reading and teaching of the Word, we encounter Jesus, the glorious image of the Father, and have the opportunity to be transformed into His image.

]]> Changing: The Word (From the Series) Family Worship Sunday
Isaiah 55:10-13
The Word is the only real foundation for our spiritual formation--through the reading and teaching of the Word, we encounter Jesus, the glorious image of the Father, and have the opportunity to be transformed into His image.

]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/527298 false Vision https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/530115 Vision Sunday: All of Jesus
Colossians 1:15-23
All of Jesus for the whole person for the whole world isn't just a catchy sentence; it gives us clear direction both as individuals and as a church. The beauty and glory of Jesus remind us of the incredible power of His work in us and the scope of His mission in the world.

]]> Vision Sunday: All of Jesus
Colossians 1:15-23
All of Jesus for the whole person for the whole world isn't just a catchy sentence; it gives us clear direction both as individuals and as a church. The beauty and glory of Jesus remind us of the incredible power of His work in us and the scope of His mission in the world.

]]> Sun, 07 Sep 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/530115 false His Past is Our Future https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/533197 His Past is Our Future (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 4:13-18
The intent of Paul's instruction is simply to remind all of us that what has already happened to Jesus will happen to each of us. Our future hope, based on Jesus Himself, should be a constant encouragement.

]]> His Past is Our Future (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 4:13-18
The intent of Paul's instruction is simply to remind all of us that what has already happened to Jesus will happen to each of us. Our future hope, based on Jesus Himself, should be a constant encouragement.

]]> Sun, 14 Sep 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/533197 false The Thief https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/537816 The Thief (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 5:1-11
The day of the Lord is hopeful for those in Christ, dreadful for those who refuse Him, and certain for all. In light of the certainty of Christ’s return, we should encourage one another and build one another up spurring one another on to good works.

]]> The Thief (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 5:1-11
The day of the Lord is hopeful for those in Christ, dreadful for those who refuse Him, and certain for all. In light of the certainty of Christ’s return, we should encourage one another and build one another up spurring one another on to good works.

]]> Sun, 21 Sep 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/537816 false Life in Community https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/541838 While we respond to Jesus individually, we are called to live in community. Living together as followers of Jesus is both necessary for and a signpost of life in the Kingdom.

]]> While we respond to Jesus individually, we are called to live in community. Living together as followers of Jesus is both necessary for and a signpost of life in the Kingdom.

]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/541838 false The Will of God, Parts 2, 3, & 4 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/544826 1 Thess 5:16-18
Paul lays out with great clarity the will of God for our lives. His language moves beyond admonition to a way of living. Following Jesus isn't just something we do with part of our lives--it's a 24/7/365 reality for us.

]]> 1 Thess 5:16-18
Paul lays out with great clarity the will of God for our lives. His language moves beyond admonition to a way of living. Following Jesus isn't just something we do with part of our lives--it's a 24/7/365 reality for us.

]]> Sun, 05 Oct 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/544826 false Handling Prophecy https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/549706 Handling Prophecy (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 5:19-21
What we think about God shapes everything. Our knowledge must be grounded in Scripture, yet open to the Spirit’s voice – listening, testing, and holding fast to His truth.

]]> Handling Prophecy (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 5:19-21
What we think about God shapes everything. Our knowledge must be grounded in Scripture, yet open to the Spirit’s voice – listening, testing, and holding fast to His truth.

]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/549706 false Our Job, His Job https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/552974 Our Job, His Job (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 5:22-28
Paul closes his letter by reminding us to live as signposts in the world that point to the present and coming Kingdom of God. But the real work of transformation is done by God Himself. We are simply called to be positioned for His work in and through us.

]]> Our Job, His Job (From the Series) First Thessalonians: Signposts
1 Thess 5:22-28
Paul closes his letter by reminding us to live as signposts in the world that point to the present and coming Kingdom of God. But the real work of transformation is done by God Himself. We are simply called to be positioned for His work in and through us.

]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/552974 false In Step with the Spirit https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/558977 In Step with the Spirit (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
Galatians 5:16-25
The call to follow Jesus didn’t stop with the first disciples. The fruit of the Spirit comes through staying in step with the Spirit.

]]> In Step with the Spirit (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
Galatians 5:16-25
The call to follow Jesus didn’t stop with the first disciples. The fruit of the Spirit comes through staying in step with the Spirit.

]]> Sun, 26 Oct 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/558977 false Choosing Apprenticeship https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/562176 In Step with the Spirit (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
Galatians 5:16-25
The call to follow Jesus didn’t stop with the first disciples. The fruit of the Spirit comes through staying in step with the Spirit.

]]> In Step with the Spirit (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
Galatians 5:16-25
The call to follow Jesus didn’t stop with the first disciples. The fruit of the Spirit comes through staying in step with the Spirit.

]]> Sun, 02 Nov 2025 06:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/562176 false November 9, 2025 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/566097 Defining Discipleship (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
John 15:1-17
We know we are supposed to be disciples and make disciples. However, for many of us, the concept of discipleship is a bit fuzzy. Only when we understand what it truly means to be a disciple are we able to get there.

]]> Defining Discipleship (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
John 15:1-17
We know we are supposed to be disciples and make disciples. However, for many of us, the concept of discipleship is a bit fuzzy. Only when we understand what it truly means to be a disciple are we able to get there.

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/566097 false November 16, 2025 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/569655 Choosing to Change (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
2 Peter 1:3-8
If we are going to become like Jesus, it will require us to change. For that to happen, we need to understand holistically how change happens, and then be intentional about our formation journey.

]]> Choosing to Change (From the Series) Choosing Apprenticeship: Practice Series
2 Peter 1:3-8
If we are going to become like Jesus, it will require us to change. For that to happen, we need to understand holistically how change happens, and then be intentional about our formation journey.

]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/569655 false November 23, 2025 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/573106 Washing in the Word
1Thessalonians
As we complete our journey through 1 Thessalonians and our practice series and get ready to move into the Advent season, it's appropriate for us to stop and rest in the presence and promise of Jesus. While we read it like a book within the library of Scripture, Paul's letter to the Thessalonians was not a book but a letter. As such, the first listeners heard it as a single unit. It can be helpful for us to do the same.

]]> Washing in the Word
1Thessalonians
As we complete our journey through 1 Thessalonians and our practice series and get ready to move into the Advent season, it's appropriate for us to stop and rest in the presence and promise of Jesus. While we read it like a book within the library of Scripture, Paul's letter to the Thessalonians was not a book but a letter. As such, the first listeners heard it as a single unit. It can be helpful for us to do the same.

]]> Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/573106 false Connecting with Jesus https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/575946 Connecting with Jesus (From the Series) Family Worship Sunday
Philippians 4:6-7
Prayer invites us to connect our hearts with the Creator of the universe. By recognizing our need and His ability, we step into the Advent story. Prayer connects us to the One who has come and will come again.

]]> Connecting with Jesus (From the Series) Family Worship Sunday
Philippians 4:6-7
Prayer invites us to connect our hearts with the Creator of the universe. By recognizing our need and His ability, we step into the Advent story. Prayer connects us to the One who has come and will come again.

]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/575946 false The First Witnesses https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/579062 The First Witnesses (From the Series) Witnesses
Luke 2:1-20
"How silently, how silently the wondrous gift is given." Except for two notable exceptions: the shepherds and the magi received a personal invitation to the party, reminding us that there are many ways to receive the good news, as long as we are willing to receive a King and not seek to be king ourselves.

]]> The First Witnesses (From the Series) Witnesses
Luke 2:1-20
"How silently, how silently the wondrous gift is given." Except for two notable exceptions: the shepherds and the magi received a personal invitation to the party, reminding us that there are many ways to receive the good news, as long as we are willing to receive a King and not seek to be king ourselves.

]]> Sun, 07 Dec 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/579062 false Waiting Well https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/582479 Waiting Well (From the Series) Witnesses
Luke 2:36-38
The story of Anna provides an example of what it means to wait for the hope that has been promised. Her example in response to the first coming of Jesus gives us a pattern as we wait for His second coming.

]]> Waiting Well (From the Series) Witnesses
Luke 2:36-38
The story of Anna provides an example of what it means to wait for the hope that has been promised. Her example in response to the first coming of Jesus gives us a pattern as we wait for His second coming.

]]> Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/582479 false Waiting for Unseen Hope https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/586301 Waiting for the Unseen Hope
Luke 2:22-35

We often find ourselves in a season of longing for something that we don’t yet have. We are called to wait well as we live in the Kingdom focused on the hope that is already but also not yet.

]]> Waiting for the Unseen Hope
Luke 2:22-35

We often find ourselves in a season of longing for something that we don’t yet have. We are called to wait well as we live in the Kingdom focused on the hope that is already but also not yet.

]]> Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/586301 false Marked by the Presence https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/588515 Marked by the Presence
Exodus 33:12-17
What makes us different from those walking in the world around us, asleep to the Kingdom of God around them? How are we set apart as his people? Moses had a similar question. In fact, he asked it to God himself. The mark of God’s people is His presence with them and in them.

]]> Marked by the Presence
Exodus 33:12-17
What makes us different from those walking in the world around us, asleep to the Kingdom of God around them? How are we set apart as his people? Moses had a similar question. In fact, he asked it to God himself. The mark of God’s people is His presence with them and in them.

]]> Sun, 28 Dec 2025 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/588515 false We Pursue https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/593124 Those who experience the forgiveness of God will choose to engage intentional spiritual formation and increasingly become like Jesus and do what He did, receiving entrance into His eternal Kingdom.

]]> Those who experience the forgiveness of God will choose to engage intentional spiritual formation and increasingly become like Jesus and do what He did, receiving entrance into His eternal Kingdom.

]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/593124 false Transformational Love of Jesus https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/595536 Transformational Love of Jesus (From the Series) Vision
Romans 12:1-2
While we have the role of pursuing Jesus, it’s His mercy that transforms us

]]> Transformational Love of Jesus (From the Series) Vision
Romans 12:1-2
While we have the role of pursuing Jesus, it’s His mercy that transforms us

]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/595536 false Building Communities https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/599372 Building Communities (From the Series) Vision
Jeremiah 29:5-7; Zechariah 8:1-8
We don't have the mission of community but, rather, we are a community on mission.

]]> Building Communities (From the Series) Vision
Jeremiah 29:5-7; Zechariah 8:1-8
We don't have the mission of community but, rather, we are a community on mission.

]]> Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/599372 false A Family for All People https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/602353 A Family for All People
Galatians 3:23-29
Central Thought: Through faith in Christ Jesus, we are adopted into the family of God. This transforms us—giving us a place to grow, shaping our new identity, and grounding us in God’s promises. As God’s children, we are blessed not only for our own sake, but so we can be a blessing to the world.

]]> A Family for All People
Galatians 3:23-29
Central Thought: Through faith in Christ Jesus, we are adopted into the family of God. This transforms us—giving us a place to grow, shaping our new identity, and grounding us in God’s promises. As God’s children, we are blessed not only for our own sake, but so we can be a blessing to the world.

]]> Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/602353 false Called to Active Love https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/607730 Called to Active Love (From the Series) Vision
Luke 10:25-37
Through the Parable of the Good Samaritan we’ll explore how the love we’re called to show the world requires risk, being uncomfortable, and often challenges our sense of what’s right and expected of us. Then through the passage of Jesus walking on water, we’ll be reminded that when we’re in challenging places and it’s hard to do what we’re called to, Jesus helps us overcome our fear and allows us to walk in the hard places in order that he may be glorified.

]]> Called to Active Love (From the Series) Vision
Luke 10:25-37
Through the Parable of the Good Samaritan we’ll explore how the love we’re called to show the world requires risk, being uncomfortable, and often challenges our sense of what’s right and expected of us. Then through the passage of Jesus walking on water, we’ll be reminded that when we’re in challenging places and it’s hard to do what we’re called to, Jesus helps us overcome our fear and allows us to walk in the hard places in order that he may be glorified.

]]> Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/607730 false The Power of Our Identity Language in Christ https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/611830 The Power of Our Identity Language in Christ (From the Series) Vision
1 Peter 2:9
I will explore four dimensions of identity in Christ - personal, familial, communal, and leadership - in a comparative framework, illustrating how a Christ-formed identity becomes a visible and compelling witness to His love and beauty. We bear witness to Him through who we are in Him, not through methods, religious or moral pressures.

]]> The Power of Our Identity Language in Christ (From the Series) Vision
1 Peter 2:9
I will explore four dimensions of identity in Christ - personal, familial, communal, and leadership - in a comparative framework, illustrating how a Christ-formed identity becomes a visible and compelling witness to His love and beauty. We bear witness to Him through who we are in Him, not through methods, religious or moral pressures.

]]> Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/611830 false Jesus + Nothing = Everything https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/615430 Jesus + Nothing = Everything
Galatians 1:1-9
Paul begins his letter emphasizing two key ideas: his apostleship and even more importantly, the gospel of Jesus. The gospel is not a new religious formula or a system for salvation. Rather, the gospel is good news that dramatically changes the world.

]]> Jesus + Nothing = Everything
Galatians 1:1-9
Paul begins his letter emphasizing two key ideas: his apostleship and even more importantly, the gospel of Jesus. The gospel is not a new religious formula or a system for salvation. Rather, the gospel is good news that dramatically changes the world.

]]> Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/615430 false The Best Story https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/621135 As we engage the Lenten season, it's vitally important for us to rehearse the Story of God. This four-act story is a simple way for us to share God's story with the world.

]]> As we engage the Lenten season, it's vitally important for us to rehearse the Story of God. This four-act story is a simple way for us to share God's story with the world.

]]> Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/621135 false Driven by Love https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/625056 Galatians 1:10-24
Paul recounts his story of encountering and being transformed by the love of Jesus. For all who are in Christ, we have a parallel story. The love of Jesus doesn't come to us because we've earned it or because we are so rebellious and evil. Rather, God loves us and transforms us into people of love because He Himself is Love.

]]> Galatians 1:10-24
Paul recounts his story of encountering and being transformed by the love of Jesus. For all who are in Christ, we have a parallel story. The love of Jesus doesn't come to us because we've earned it or because we are so rebellious and evil. Rather, God loves us and transforms us into people of love because He Himself is Love.

]]> Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:30:00 -0500 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/625056 false Good News for All https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/629732 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/629732 false Formed by the Spirit https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/635758 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/635758 false Redeemed https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/640955 Galatians 3:10-22
There is no other pathway to abundant life. No amount of religious work brings us into the family of God. The work has been done by Jesus.

]]> Galatians 3:10-22
There is no other pathway to abundant life. No amount of religious work brings us into the family of God. The work has been done by Jesus.

]]> Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/640955 false No Fear https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/644903 Matthew 28:1-10
Encountering the risen Christ transforms our deepest fears into great joy.

]]> Matthew 28:1-10
Encountering the risen Christ transforms our deepest fears into great joy.

]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/644903 false Covered https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/648610 Galatians 3:23-29
God gave the law to us as a guardian to point us to the one who can give us fullness of life. Through Christ the walls that divide us are torn down and we are united in Him.

]]> Galatians 3:23-29
God gave the law to us as a guardian to point us to the one who can give us fullness of life. Through Christ the walls that divide us are torn down and we are united in Him.

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/648610 false Adoption https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/652883 Galatians 4:1-20
Every heart longs to belong. Through Christ, the Father brings us out of slavery into sonship.

]]> Galatians 4:1-20
Every heart longs to belong. Through Christ, the Father brings us out of slavery into sonship.

]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/652883 false Promise vs. Performance https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/656289 Galatians 4:21-5:1
As followers of Jesus, we have been set free. We must stand firm in our freedom and not return again to slavery under the law.

]]> Galatians 4:21-5:1
As followers of Jesus, we have been set free. We must stand firm in our freedom and not return again to slavery under the law.

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/656289 false Freedom https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/660606 Galatians 5:1-15
Freedom is not so that we can indulge the flesh but so that we can love selflessly.

]]> Galatians 5:1-15
Freedom is not so that we can indulge the flesh but so that we can love selflessly.

]]> Sun, 03 May 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/660606 false Bearing Burdens https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/671409 Galatians 6:1-5
Though we each have our own responsibility before God, interdependence, not independence, is the mark of the Christian community.

]]> Galatians 6:1-5
Though we each have our own responsibility before God, interdependence, not independence, is the mark of the Christian community.

]]> Sun, 17 May 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/671409 false Freedom in Action https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/675039 Sun, 24 May 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://yafc.churchcenter.com/episodes/675039 false