Church at Viera Messages

In this message, we explore the journey of Thomas—often labeled "Doubting Thomas"—and discover that doubt isn’t the enemy of faith but can be a path to deeper belief. Through John 20:24-28 and supporting passages, we’re reminded that questions are part of authentic faith, and Jesus meets us in our doubt with peace and truth. Don't let your doubt define you—let it refine you. Watch as we dive into...

When you look closely into the life of Jesus, you see that in his encounters with people, he was deeply personal. On his way to the cross (John 19), Jesus encountered three groups of people who either rejected him, were indifferent towards him, or remained close to him in their intense sorrow. In this episode, the team discusses how encounters with Jesus summons everyone to respond to the Son of G...

This message, based on John 19:28, explores the final moments of Jesus’ life and the deeply personal nature of the crucifixion. Far from being just a historical event, the cross invites a response from every heart. Through the lens of four key encounters—Pilate’s rejection, the soldiers’ indifference, the sorrow of the women and John, and the boldness of Joseph and Nicodemus—we see how different p...

While Jesus was being betrayed and unfairly arrested, he boldly asked, "shall I not drink the cup that the Father has given me?" (John 18:11) Life often brings unfair suffering, but like Jesus, we can handle our struggles with prayer, obedience, and trust. Jesus shows us how to face unfair suffering with integrity and surrender to God's will. In this episode, Pastor Mark and the team candidly shar...

The Apostle Paul boldly stated in 1 Corinthians 11:1, "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." Followers of Jesus are both called to disciple and be discipled. Discipleship is about imitation—"being covered in the dust of our Rabbi, Jesus." We are called to follow Him closely, learn from His ways, and reflect His character in all aspects of life. In this episode, the team has candid...

In this episode, we dive into the root causes of conflict in relationships, drawing wisdom from James 4:1 and exploring five key reasons disagreements arise. From power struggles to misunderstood feelings, we discuss how our own tendencies—like the need for control or selfishness—affect the way we handle conflict. Pastor Mark and the team discuss seven practical tools to "fight right," including t...

God has prewired all of us for relationships. We all need somebody. In a world that can be deeply discouraging, we all need friends that we can trust, lean on when things are difficult, and share in times of joy. In this episode, the team discusses the importance and value of friendships. Website: www.churchatviera.com Email: sharinggrace@churchatviera.com

We all have been or will be involved in some sort of toxic relationships. Establishing clear relational boundaries is the key to preventing toxicity into your life. In this episode, the team discusses practical biblical strategies to build healthy boundaries in all of our relationships. Website: churchatviera.com Email: sharinggrace@churchatviera.com

The ability to communicate well is often the key indicator to a healthy relationship. In this episode of TSGP, Mark, Jay and Brandon discuss practical techniques, passive aggressiveness, and healthy vs. unhealthy non-verbal communication. Website: www.churchatviera.com Email: sharinggrace@churchatviera.com

There are seven verses in scripture dedicated to a woman named Dorcas (Acts 9:36-42). She was known for "always doing good and helping the poor." As Christians, through her life, we can learn that we should serve from compassion, serve others using our talents, and serve others with purpose. https://churchatviera.com/for-321/

The practice of generosity in the life of a Christian is both impactful for the receiver as well as the giver. Pastor Mark, Jay, Carrie and Brandon discuss the value of joyfully releasing the resources we have back to the purposes of God. This is part one in the conversation around our For 321 Initiative. If you would like to partner with us in these efforts to bless Brevard County, Florida, follo...

Prayer and fasting is the "one-two punch" of the spiritual practices in a Christian's walk with Jesus. In this podcast, John, Jay and Brandon discuss the importance and the benefits of both regular prayer and fasting. And yes, John, once again, shares about how much he loves salami.

In John 15, Jesus used an illustration of a vine and it's branches to share a powerful spiritual truth. In this episode The Sharing Grace team discuss the practice of abiding in Christ so that our lives bear much fruit. Like a good grower, Jesus will often take Christians through seasons of pruning and discipline so that lives produce abundant fruit.

This is the first episode of The Sharing Grace Podcast. We discuss the origin and the vision of the podcast. We also dive deeper into the importance of practicing the sabbath in the life of every Christian.