South Bay Bible Church

As we continue in our journey through the Gospel of Mark, we return for a second time to Jesus' famous Parable of the Sower. This time, we'll go beyond what Jesus said about the significance of parables to consider the actual content of this first parable. Contained within the agricultural elements of his story is a message about why some people do not believe, may never believe, or may initially...

Few things disappoint Christians as much as a loved one who either reject or neglect the faith. What does Jesus have to say about this? As we pick back up with the Gospel of Mark in what is "part one" of a two-part sermon, we will spend time discussing parables in general before carefully considering the Parable of the Sower, one which is widely renowned, but often misunderstood and misapplied.

Did Jesus really speak of a sin that can never be forgiven? Join us for a Deep Dive as Pastor Matt examines one of the Bible’s most difficult and often misunderstood passages. Together, we’ll study what Jesus meant, clear away some common misunderstandings, and consider what this passage teaches about the human heart.

In our social media age, we are simultaneously more connected and less connected than ever. Being another person's friend or follower can mean something entirely different and less meaningful than it once did. In our next section of Mark, we learn that many people who might have considered themselves close followers of Jesus were actually living in self-deception. In response, Jesus teaches what i...

In our next section of Mark, we are presented with multiple stories of opposition from the religious leaders of Jesus' day. Their disappointment and angst stemmed from the fact that Jesus did not fully play by their rules, but the rules and standards they were upholding were the results of man-made tradition, not God's statutes. Because of Jesus' refusal to adhere to their expectations, we learn s...

There's nothing more valuable than a faithful friend. In our next section of Mark, Jesus returns to Capernaum and, in the midst of preaching to a crowd, he is interrupted by a paralytic whose friends broke through the crowd on his behalf. As a result, we discover that Jesus is also a faithful friend to sinners. He is able to truly forgive our sins and bring healing, not by means of self-righteous...

What do you do when you're exhausted after a busy day? Many prefer to kick back and relax, but Jesus knows He must press forward in what He's been sent here to do. In our next section through the Gospel of Mark, we learn about Jesus' ministry priorities of prayer, preaching, and people, and we consider, not only how we might emulate his ministry, but how we've also received from it.

During the very early stages of Jesus' ministry, there were spectators who noticed something distinguishing him from the other Rabbis. He carried himself with a certain authority which would soon be proven in his miraculous powers over physical and spiritual opposition. Mark is reminding us that the Christ of the Bible was not a mere religious teacher, but One who possesses authority...One whose r...

Jesus begins his ministry by preaching the good news of God, telling everyone that the King and His Kingdom have come near, but with this good news there is an urgent call and invitation. He invites ordinary people, not only to believe His message, but to count the cost and see their lives changed by following after the Messenger Himself. What would it look like for you to truly believe the good n...

Continuing in our series through The Gospel of Mark, we arrive at a story telling of both beauty and difficulty. As Jesus navigates both of these experiences, He is revealed as a Son who pleases his Father in what He does and does not do. This is eternally significant for those who trust in Him, because even as we may fail God often, Jesus identifies with sinners and pleases God on our behalf.

As we start our journey through the Gospel of Mark, we are introduced to, not one, but two men, each with their own message. In the end, we see how these men give their lives and their words to point us toward another man - the man, Jesus Christ. Two questions arise: How will we respond to their message about Christ? Will we give our lives and our words to continue pointing others to Jesus?

In a world marked by loss and uncertainty, Christians are a people of unshakable hope. Because of Jesus Christ, we look beyond the grave to the resurrection of the dead and the promise of eternal life in the world to come, where all things will be made new in Christ.  Join us as we fix our eyes on the future God has prepared and learn how that hope transforms the way we live today.

In a fractured world, the Church stands as one, united in Christ across time, place, and culture. While different congregations may have their own distinctions, we are ultimately shaped by the same life-giving faith and message which has been passed down to us, and which we continue to pass on to others. What will preserve the Church's beauty and influence in the years to come? How might we be hin...

He has often been referred to as "the forgotten God," but while it is possible there may have been a "Christianity" without the Holy Spirit, there would certainly have been no Christians. As the third Person of the Triune God, the saints of old recognized and emphasized the vital role the Holy Spirit plays in the present age as the Lord and Giver of all spiritual life. How do Christians today thin...

Just 50 years ago, Time Magazine released its weekly issue with its most iconic cover, posing the question, "Is God Dead?" The first disciples were asking this same question when they saw their Lord die by way of Roman Crucifixion, but now it is the testimony of Christians everywhere that, not only did the God-Man rise from his grave, but He is alive even now in Heaven as we await His sure return....

Perhaps the most defining symbol of the Christian faith is one that is worn around the necks of believers and unbelievers alike. What is the true significance of the cross where Jesus died? What do Christians teach about the suffering of Jesus, and how does it have any affect upon our own suffering?

In an age of personal truth and shifting beliefs, why does the church still need historic creeds and confessions Join us as Pastor Matt explains how these faithful summaries of Scripture guard the gospel, shape our unity, and ground us in a faith that has stood firm through the centuries.

In 1995, the question came across radio stations everywhere - "What if God was one of us?" The irony is... Christians believe He was. The incarnation and human life of Jesus Christ is both central and necessary for the Christian faith. The scriptures remind us why the duration of his life on earth is just as important as the end of his life or what follows afterward.

The person of Jesus is easily the most controversial person to ever walk the earth, not so much because of his morals or teachings, but because his followers claim he was God. Is this true? Did Jesus claim this to be true? What happens if it is true?

Some have suggested that the Nicene Creed is the most important document ever written outside of the Bible itself. Historic Christian creeds such as this help people to understand the most important Christian beliefs, and more importantly, to answer the question we're exploring today: Who is God?

Recent studies show that 72% of Americans are spiritually curious, and that 82% would come to church if personally invited. Our passage for this morning tells a true story reminding us what can happen when we decide to invite someone in and bring them along for the journey. Who can you invite to follow Christ with you? Series - I Love My Church // Pastor - Jon Moore

Many Christians feel as though they can't help their church because they don't have anything unique to offer. Not only is it not true, but it's wrongly built on the misconception that what you contribute has to be something extraordinary. Instead, the authors of scripture encourage us to use whatever gifts and abilities God has given us to His glory! Series - I Love My Church // Pastor - Matt Horn...

One of Jesus' most radical teachings was rooted in the idea of his people being true family. The early church carried that idea forward, comparing the local church to a "household," and placing significant value on being together. How might the concept of "family" affect our attitude toward the local church and being fully present to one another? Series - I Love My Church // Pastor - Matt Horne