Jesus, The Demanding Savior

  •   Jul 09, 2023   •     •   Matthew 8:18–22

In Matthew 8:18–22, two would-be disciples approach Jesus. Both express interest in and admiration for Jesus and want to follow him. They appear to be promising candidates for discipleship. However, … Continue reading

Deliverance

  •   Jul 02, 2023   •     •   Psalm 54

David is running from Saul, who has become his ruthless enemy. Betrayed by kinsmen who should have protected him, David is forced to hide in the mountains. David, a great … Continue reading

Biblical Counseling

  •   Jun 30, 2023   •  

Audio recorded at MVBC’s 2023 Summer Equipping Matters. This recording is on Biblical Counseling taught by Kalep Kanode. Continue reading

The Fuel of a Gospel-Shaped Life

  •   Jun 25, 2023   •     •   Colossians 2:6–15

Competing values fill our world, with many worldviews campaigning against Christianity. Paul wrote Colossians to strengthen the faith of these believers in uncertain times. Christians of every age are to … Continue reading

Praise

  •   Jun 18, 2023   •     •   Psalm 65

Corporate worship is the most significant event in the Christian’s life. This is true because gathered worship is absolutely central to God’s plan for building disciples. It’s also true because … Continue reading

Justice

  •   Jun 11, 2023   •     •   Psalm 35

David endured over ten years of injustice at the hands of Saul. David could have exacted justice himself, but Psalm 35 demonstrates that he relied on God to execute perfect … Continue reading

Jesus, the Healing Savior

  •   Jun 04, 2023   •     •   Matthew 8:5–17

What does physical healing have to do with the hope of heaven? In Matthew 8:5–17, we find that the physical healings that Jesus performed had everything to do with the … Continue reading

“Can I Be Free of Sin?”

  •   May 28, 2023   •     •   Romans 6:15–23

Every true believer wants to sin less. Even though we often face the temptation to abuse grace, we are eager to wage war against our sin because the gospel has … Continue reading

“Can’t I Sin a Little?”

  •   May 21, 2023   •     •   Romans 6:1–14

We all know what it is like to presume upon God’s grace. In a moment of weakness, because of the indwelling sin that still lingers in our hearts, we step … Continue reading

“Why Blame Me?”

  •   May 14, 2023   •     •   Romans 5:12–21

This is one of the most important passages in the Bible explaining original sin. Every human being is born corrupted by Adam’s sin and deserving of God’s condemnation. This is … Continue reading