MVF Church Sermons

Jesus’ message to the church in Pergamum reminds us to stand firm in faith while guarding our hearts and church from compromise. As we follow Jesus, we’re invited to surrender every part of our lives to His truth and trust Him to sustain us daily. Scripture: Revelation 2:12–17; Numbers 22–24 #Revelation #Pergamum #Faithfulness #FollowingJesus #BiblicalTruth #Repentance #Church #JesusChrist

When suffering has no easy answer, Jesus calls His church to remain faithful and hold fast to the hope of resurrection life. Through the message to Smyrna, we’re reminded that Christ knows our trials, has conquered death, and walks with us as we endure. Scripture: Revelation 2:8–11; Romans 2:26–29; John 8:43–47 #Revelation #ChurchOfSmyrna #Faithfulness #Suffering #HopeInChrist #JesusConqueredDeath...

Jesus’ letter to the church in Ephesus reminds us that faithful work, truth, and endurance matter—but they must flow from our first love for Him. This message invites us to reflect on whether our hearts are still centered on Jesus and to return to the love and grace that first drew us to Him. Scripture: Revelation 2:1–7; 1 John 4:7–10 #LettersToTheChurch #Revelation #FirstLove #Jesus #GodsLove #Fa...

In Revelation 1, we’re reminded that this book is centered on Jesus—His love, His nearness, and His call for His church to faithfully respond. As we begin this series, reflect on where you need to receive His grace, trust His presence, and follow Him with renewed urgency. Scripture: Revelation 1:1–20 #Revelation #Jesus #Church #GraceAndPeace #Faith #Hope #FollowJesus

God has called His church not merely to survive, but to thrive as we stay rooted in Jesus. In this Anniversary Sunday message, we reflect on God’s faithfulness over the last year, the lives He is changing, and our call to grow deeper in Christ so others can experience His freedom too. Scripture: Colossians 2:2–3, 6–7 #RootedInChrist #MeetJesus #LiveFree #ChurchFamily #Faithfulness #Colossians #Tha...

God desires more than empty traditions or religious routines—He wants a real relationship with us through Jesus. This sermon invites us to examine whether our worship, sacrifices, and spiritual habits are pointing people to Christ or getting in the way. Scripture: Isaiah 1:10–15; Micah 6:6–8; Mark 7:6–13; Hebrews 10:1–18; Revelation 2:2–5 #Jesus #RelationshipWithGod #Worship #Grace #Repentance #Mi...

God’s blessings are good gifts, but they are not a substitute for a living relationship with Him. This sermon invites us to examine our hearts, stay in step with the Spirit, and use what God has given us for His kingdom. Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1–2; Amos 6:1–7; Luke 12:16–21; 1 Timothy 6:17–18; Revelation 3:15–19; 2 Peter 1:3–9; Galatians 5:22–25 #HeartsForRelationship #GodsBlessings #SpiritualGrow...

What does it mean to truly belong to God’s family—not just carry the name “Christian”? In this message, we look at warnings from the prophets, Jesus, the apostles, and Revelation about faith, repentance, obedience, and the gift of relationship with God through Christ. Scriptures include Matthew 7, Isaiah 48, Jeremiah 7, John 8, Romans 1–3, and Revelation 3. #Sermon #ChristianFaith #Repentance #Gos...

Week 6 of our “Un-Biblical” series tackles the phrase: “Christians shouldn’t be political.”  In this message, we look at what Scripture says about government, authority, citizenship, and our calling to be salt and light in every sphere of life. While the church must never place politics above the gospel or confuse party loyalty with faithfulness to Jesus, Christians are called to engage the world...

Guest speaker Ross Anderson shares the life-changing power of God’s grace. Grace is not something we only receive at salvation—it shapes how we see ourselves, how we live, and how we treat others. Through Scripture and personal stories, Ross reminds us that God’s grace is a free gift in Christ, meant to lead us into freedom, humility, and gracious relationships.

Week 5 of Un-Biblical confronts the common belief that “all religions are basically the same” and that what really matters is simply being a good person. But Scripture teaches something very different: salvation is not achieved by our goodness—it is received by grace through Jesus Christ. In this message, we look at Jesus’ words in John 14:6 and the biblical truth that He alone is “the way, the tr...

Guest speaker Paul Robie shares a message on Jesus’ call to be full of grace and truth. Looking at Scripture’s warning against causing new believers to stumble, Paul challenges communicators of the gospel to handle God’s Word carefully, interpret Scripture faithfully, and teach with humility, kindness, and a commitment to truth.

In our celebration of 250 years as a country, discover the difference between national freedom and the true freedom only Jesus can give. In this message, we look at what Scripture, our founders, and the gospel say about liberty, why government can’t save us, and how Christ sets us free from sin, shame, and fear. If you’re longing for real, inner freedom—this is for you.

Week 3 of “Un-Biblical” tackles the idea: “Christians don’t need to keep the Sabbath.”  In this message, we explore what the Bible really says about Sabbath—how it’s rooted in creation, commanded by God, fulfilled in Christ, and given as a gift, not a legalistic burden. Learn why Sabbath is still essential for followers of Jesus today, and how practicing God’s rhythm of work and rest can lead to t...

In our Father’s Day message, Pastor Tony unpacks what it really means to “Be Strong” as men who face insecurity. Looking at the lives of Moses, Saul, and Peter, we explore three common insecurities—feeling inadequate, comparison, and shame—and discover how God meets each one with His presence, His calling, and His grace. This message will encourage dads (and everyone listening) to stand firm in fa...

Week 2 of our “Un-Biblical” series tackles a big cultural myth: “Christians shouldn’t judge.” Did Jesus really tell us never to judge—or did He call us to a different kind of judgment? In this message, Pastor Shane looks at what Scripture actually says about discernment, tolerance, and confronting sin. We’ll see how to judge in a biblical way that is humble, honest about our own sin, and aimed at...

Week 1 of our summer series, “Un-Biblical,” tackles a phrase many of us have casually used or believed: “Let your conscience be your guide.” In this message, we explore why our conscience—shaped by culture, upbringing, and personal experience—can so easily mislead us, and why Scripture calls us instead to be led by the Holy Spirit and guided by God’s Word.  Join us as we learn how the Bible expose...

In the final week of our series *Walking in Wisdom*, we slow down to look at the **sacred pace of wisdom**. In a world that treats advice like a commodity and avoids silence and discipline, Scripture calls us to something deeper: a life shaped by the **fear of the Lord**, humble **submission to God’s correction**, and a wisdom that bears **peaceful, righteous fruit**.   Join us as we explore James...

In week 7 of our “Walking In Wisdom” series, Pastor Shane unpacks what Proverbs and 1 Timothy teach us about money, generosity, and greed. Far from being evil, money is powerful—it can either be a tool for worship and blessing or a master that keeps us anxious and trapped. Learn how to honor God with your “first fruits,” practice wise stewardship, and live open-handed and free in a culture ruled b...

Week 6 of our “Walking In Wisdom” series is all about time. How we spend our days ultimately shapes our lives—and reveals what (or who) we truly worship. In this message, Pastor Shane challenges us to be intentional with our attention, resist distraction and hurry, and align our schedules with God’s will instead of culture’s demands. Learn how to number your days, focus your heart, and live a life...

Week 5 of our “Walking In Wisdom” series is all about choices. Every day we make decisions that shape our hearts, our families, and our future. In this message, we look at Proverbs 3 and other key passages to learn how to:   - Protect our hearts   - Walk in humility   - Practice self-control   - Balance compassion and justice   Discover how daily, wise choices prepare you to honor God in the big m...

Week 4 of our “Walking in Wisdom” series focuses on wisdom in relationships. Pastor Shane unpacks how Proverbs guides our friendships, marriages, family, and church community. Learn why wisdom starts with submitting to God, how our hearts shape our words, and six practical ways to grow: choosing friends wisely, receiving correction, staying sharp through community, speaking life, practicing confes...

What kind of church will we be when things get hard—a church that wounds or a church that heals? In week 3's message from our “Walking in Wisdom” series, we look at what Proverbs and Galatians say about our words, our thoughts, gossip, and grace. Learn why isolating in times of struggle is so dangerous, how the body of Christ is meant to carry burdens, and how we can choose to speak life, not deat...