Mountain View Church Podcast

Scripture: Genesis 16 Sarai and Abram: A Couple in Crisis John D. Schultz Jr. Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.

In Genesis 15:1–6, Abram is living in the tension of waiting for God’s promise to be fulfilled. In the midst of that waiting, God revitalized Abram’s faith by reminding him that He was his shield and great reward. Abram honestly revealed his fear and uncertainty about the future, and God graciously reaffirmed His fidelity by restating His promise and pointing Abram to the countless stars.

"Faith Promise" Defined Allan Graham Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.

When Lot was taken captive, Abram did not hesitate — he went after him. Love moved him toward the one in bondage. In the same way, we are called to move toward those trapped in addiction, not with judgment, but with courageous, covenant love. After the victory, Abram recognized that it was God who delivered his nephew. True rescue always acknowledges that freedom ultimately comes from the Lord. An...

In Genesis 13, Abraham models spiritual growth by returning to God in worship, restraining his own rights for the sake of peace, and trusting God’s promises. When we follow his example—repenting, repressing, and receiving—we discover that God meets us, blesses us, and guides our steps.

When famine strikes the Promised Land, Abram’s faith is tested under pressure. Fear drives him to Egypt, where Abram’s Faithlessness is revealed as he relies on deception rather than trust in God’s promises. Yet, in God’s surprising grace, Abram’s Fortune increases even in the midst of failure, showing that God’s covenant purposes are not undone by human weakness. Ultimately, the passage points to...

God first called Abram to believe His promise, and Abram responded in faith. Then, trusting God’s word, he obeyed by leaving what was familiar and going where the Lord led. As Abram traveled, he built altars and called on the name of the Lord, becoming a witness to God’s saving purpose. Abram shows us that mission always flows from faith—first we trust God, then we follow Him.

In Acts 2:37–47, the first church responds to the gospel with hearts transformed and lives sent outward. They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to fellowship, to breaking bread, and to prayer—and God used their shared life as a powerful witness. Their generosity met real needs, their worship displayed real joy, and their daily faithfulness led to daily growth as “the Lord added to thei...

In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul reminds us that the church is one body with many members, each sovereignly placed by God. Unity grows when we recognize that, though we are many, we belong to the same body in Christ—no part standing alone, no member unnecessary. Unity also deepens when we embrace our differences as God-designed and essential; every gift, role, and function contributes to the health and m...

At Babel, the people were united in pride and defiance of God, building a tower to make a name for themselves. But God, in His mercy, came down when pride rose up, scattering the nations and reminding us that true greatness comes only through obedience to Him.

In Genesis 9:1–17, God blesses Noah to multiply and fill the earth, establishes justice to protect human life, and sets the rainbow as a sign of His promise to preserve creation. Even in a fallen world, God values life—calling us to cherish, defend, and steward it in His image.

In Genesis 8, we see God's faithfulness to Noah and His creation. "God remembered Noah," signaling His commitment to His promises even in the midst of devastation. As the floodwaters receded, God reestablished the land, bringing order and life from chaos. And through the flood, God began to remove the curse of sin, offering a fresh start for humanity. These acts remind us that, no matter how overw...

In this message, Dylan Sloderbeck reflects on how the Thanksgiving holiday provides a valuable opportunity to pause and express gratitude, drawing from scripture to explore what it truly means to give thanks.

When the floodwaters rose, Noah’s faith showed the power of trusting God. Faith that trusts obeys God before the storm comes. Faith that saves is not passive belief—it steps into the ark, resting fully on God’s provision. Faith that delivers protects not only us, but also those around us, bringing life to a household in the midst of judgment.

When the world was drowning in wickedness, God’s patience with mankind held back judgment long enough for grace to work. Though every thought of the human heart was evil, God’s favor found Noah, a man who still walked with Him. And even in the storm of divine judgment, God’s provision for creation was seen in the Ark — a place of safety, mercy, and new beginnings.

In Genesis 4, Cain’s story is more than the first murder—it’s a mirror reflecting the dangers of unchecked pride and self-centeredness. Cain the Narcissist refused to look inward when God confronted his heart, choosing resentment over repentance. His wounded ego birthed jealousy, and jealousy turned to violence. Then came Cain the Notorious—marked not only by his sin, but by his alienation from Go...

In Genesis 3:8–24, we see the tragic fallout of sin. Adam protests his sin, blaming Eve and the serpent instead of taking responsibility. Adam receives punishment for his sin, facing toil, pain, and mortality as consequences of disobedience. Finally, Adam experiences prohibition because of his sin, being barred from the Garden of Eden and the tree of life. This passage reminds us that sin always s...

In this message Pastor John Schultz, Jr. discusses how sin tempts with attraction, deceives with artifice, and leaves a lasting aftermath of shame and brokenness. God’s grace is the only thing that can cover what sin exposes.

Guest Speaker: Mr. D Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Rafael "Tico" Vargas from Guatemala Dr. Rafael "Tico" Vargas Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.

God saw that it was not good for man to be alone, so He created woman as a companion and helper. In their union, man and woman become “one flesh,” reflecting God’s design for marriage as a covenantal relationship. It is only through living according to God’s design for marriage that mankind can find genuine, lasting satisfaction.

Genesis 2:1-17 Genesis: The Beginning Dylan Sloderbeck Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31 Creating in the Likeness of God Mark Sasscer Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.

Join us as Pastor John Schultz, Jr begins our new series, "Journey through Genesis." Genesis 1:1–25 shows that God is the source of all creation. By His Word, He brought order from chaos, light from darkness, and life from emptiness. Everything He made was “good,” reminding us that He is the standard of goodness and that nothing He creates is without purpose. The same God who shaped the world also...

Romans 1:18-32 paints a sobering picture of humanity’s rebellion against God. Instead of worshiping the Creator, they exchanged God’s image for man’s image. Instead of embracing the truth, they exchanged it for a lie. Instead of living according to God’s natural design, they exchanged it for what was unnatural. And instead of pursuing righteousness, they exchanged it for sin. The result is a world...