Bethany Church Fresno

Who could ever be good enough for God? Thankfully, Jesus, our Creator and Sustainer, reconciles us to God, and we get to live in the holy power of a blameless life!

As Christ followers, we have been rescued from the kingdom of darkness and been given a new identity. Identity from our salvation is not a one-time event; grace is ongoing. God has rescued us, giving us a new identity in Christ and we can share this Good News with others!

There’s no reason for generation gaps when we grasp how to bless and benefit each other, if we are eager to give, ready to receive, and willing to release.

Life. Work. Family. Is a balance possible between all these? Does the Bible have anything to say about our busy, busy lives? We explore how to live in the tension of life’s everyday demands.

The Apostle Paul reminds married couples that they are to give their lives to each other, including their very bodies. Christian marriage embraces intimacy.

There are no perfect parents, but together we can raise godly, self-directing, contributing children and you. The key is a good foundation, the right "village", and healthy relationship connection.

The death and resurrection of Jesus proves and guarantees that Jesus is Alive, Jesus is Hope, and Jesus is Salvation. Are you living in all Jesus offers?

Everything about the way Jesus' final week before the crucifixion was surprising, and to some, upsetting. So often, we find our expectations of Jesus are predictable, but what if we could raise some unrealistic expectations?

The gospel of grace is polarizing! Good news for one group angered another. How do you respond to the message of salvation in Christ alone?

The Pharisees bring a woman caught in adultery before Jesus. Instead of condemning her he offers her protection, redemption, and direction. But he doesn’t let the Pharisees off the hook. He challenges them to look into their own lives and recognize that they are in need of a savior as much as the woman caught in adultery.

With encouraging teaching and good leadership, the church in various places was growing and glorifying God. A church cannot grow without good leaders: leaders that are committed to the Lord and the church.

As the Antioch church leaders worshiped, the Holy Spirit asked them to send out their best! When we worship, we HEAR from God. Some go and some send, but all are involved.

As 1st Century persecution intensified, Christians fled and shared the gospel far and wide. The new believers in Antioch heard about a pending need in Jerusalem, and gave generously, even though they were brand new Christians themselves. True believers and encouraging and generous.

The coming of the Holy Spirit to the Gentiles led to conflict and even anger in the church. Could the Jewish Christians accept that God was doing something new in their day?

As the early church grew rapidly, racial tension arose. Thankfully, the church’s leadership recognized the problem and resolved it by appointing respected, Spirit-filled, wise leaders. Can we let those same kinds of leaders speak into our church and our lives today?

One of the habits of the new believers in the 1st Century Church was a dependence on corporate prayer. How dependent are we on prayer, and how can we become more prayer-powered?

The devotion of the first believers resulted in signs and wonders, generosity, praise and salvation. But essential to their development was their commitment to thriving connected community. Connection is still necessary and powerful.

Jesus' gracious encounter with a Samaritan woman reminds us that we are not only to plant the seed of the gospel, but sent out to gather in the harvest. The harvest is ready for us - will we go and bring it in?

Living lives characterized by praise and thanksgiving to God can give us the proper perspective in life when we face challenges. God’s goodness transcends our circumstances and understanding and His love towards us is unfailing and rooted in his character.

Everything Jesus did for us, he did openly and publicly. There are no secrets or tricks of translation – everything is open for all.

Ruth’s “salvation” was set in motion by her appeal to Boaz for marriage. Salvation is not our own doing, but it does require our faith and initiative.

Ruth 2:1-23 Summary: In the story of Naomi, Ruth and Boaz, Boaz is a picture of how our Savior, Jesus, who sees our needy condition, offers to rescue and restore each of us.

The Good News of Christmas begins with the hope-filled promise that God’s salvation is for everyone, even the person feeling like an outsider.

Jesus is able to break through any barriers or cultural tensions to bring mercy, healing and salvation. We can experience the grace of God and live lives of great faith and thankfulness.

The disciples struggled with doubt after Jesus’ resurrection because their fear and ignorance overwhelmed their confidence in what they knew about Jesus. Is it possible to undo our own doubts and disbelief?