God on the Cross

  •   Dec 13, 2021   •     •   Philippians 2:8

Philippians 2:6–11 presents Jesus as the incarnated, crucified, and exalted Lord. He is and always has been God, but he is also now man. As we think about Christmas, it … Continue reading

God in the Flesh

  •   Dec 06, 2021   •     •   Philippians 2:7

Perhaps the greatest mystery all is how God took on flesh. The Bible does not get into the mechanics of this process. Mystery remains. Nonetheless, we are left with the … Continue reading

The Help of the Lord

  •   Nov 29, 2021   •     •   Psalm 33

Psalm 33 is a song of praise that fixes our eyes on the Lord—his character, his creative power, his sovereignty, and his steadfast love—and calls us to shout for joy … Continue reading

Have You Suffered for Christ?

  •   Nov 22, 2021   •     •   Acts 21:27–36

Having completed his third missionary journey, Paul now faces the wrath of Jewish unbelievers in Jerusalem. With no opportunity to make a defense, Paul is seized, beaten, arrested, and taken … Continue reading

What Would You Do for the Lost?

  •   Nov 15, 2021   •     •   Acts 21:17–26

In Acts 21:17–26, Paul’s participation in this optional Nazirite vow communicated his willingness to come under the law to win (and in this case, to disciple) those zealous for the … Continue reading

Do You Know the Lord’s Will?

  •   Nov 08, 2021   •     •   Acts 21:1–16

Sometimes God’s will is very clear, sometimes it’s pretty clear, but still, sometimes it is unclear. Only the careful study of the Scriptures, the wise reliance on godly counsel, and … Continue reading

The Hinge

  •   Nov 01, 2021   •     •   Romans 3:27–4:8

Justification by faith alone was “the hinge” of the Reformation, according to John Calvin. In Romans 3:27–4:8, we see how this right standing is granted to sinners by God’s free … Continue reading

The Door

  •   Oct 25, 2021   •     •   Luke 13:22–35

Jesus’ exhortation to “strive to enter through the narrow door” is a response to the question, “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” (Luke 13:23). Jesus’ reply is bracing, … Continue reading

What Do You Expect from Elders?

  •   Oct 19, 2021   •     •   Acts 20:28–38

Godly elders are a gift to every local church. In Acts 20:28–38, Paul instructs the elders of the church in Ephesus. Livestream Video & Sermon Audio  Continue reading

Men’s Retreat 2021 Session 3

  •   Oct 19, 2021   •  

Audio recorded at the 2021 MVBC Men’s Retreat. This recording is Session Three from Shane Koehler. Continue reading