St. Mark Battle Creek

Exploring God’s Word, one verse at a time.

The Sabbath is God’s built–in pattern for us to combat anxiety.

Anxious people do stupid things. What choice would trust make?

I prayed, and I’m still anxious. Now what? This episode helps answer that question. 

Because his name is Chose One, we approach the manger with thanks.

Because his name is God, we approach the manger with worship.

Because his name is King, we approach the manger with submission. 

Overview of names in the Bible.   Examples like the lineage of Adam reads: Man (is) appointed mortal sorrow; (but) the Blessed God shall come down teaching (that) His death shall bring the despairing comfort.   Jacob becoming Israel, Abram becoming Abraham.

In week 3 of our series Four Healthy Churches, Pastor Chris Paavola talks about the importance of repentance for a healthy church and why it matters to you.

In week 2 of our series Four Healthy Churches, our Connections Director Grant Bowdish talks about how a healthy church has a shared heart for generosity.

In week 1 of our series Four Healthy Churches, Pastor Chris Paavola talks about how a healthy church is organized and why it matters to you.

Have you ever felt the need to speak up for Christian values but didn’t know how? Whether it was in a social media post or in a conversation with a family member, you wanted to stand up for the truth, but you didn’t want to lose the relationship. Or, you did speak up, and everyone ended up angry and further entrenched in their opinions. Join St. Mark this October for a 3–part series called Christi...

Have you ever felt the need to speak up for Christian values but didn’t know how? Whether it was in a social media post or in a conversation with a family member, you wanted to stand up for the truth, but you didn’t want to lose the relationship. Or, you did speak up, and everyone ended up angry and further entrenched in their opinions. Join St. Mark this October for a 3–part series called Christi...

About the Series:  Have you ever felt the need to speak up for Christian values but didn’t know how?   Whether it was in a social media post or in a conversation with a family member, you wanted to stand up for the truth, but you didn’t want to lose the relationship. Or, you did speak up, and everyone ended up angry and further entrenched in their opinions.   Join St. Mark this October for a 3–par...

Construction requires celebrating progress.

Construction requires consistency. A building can be built by 10,000 nails; it takes one nail at a time. In the same way, the Christian life is more about consistency than fits of passion. Sanctification is about discipline, not motivation. Success happens slowly, then all at once.

Sometimes construction has setbacks. When it comes to sanctification, we might stumble and make mistakes. But the important thing is to give ourselves the same grace Jesus gives us and try again.

Construction requires a plan. In the same way, becoming like Christ requires a big plan, a blueprint outlining who Christ is and what he’s done and what he’s said so we know who God is shaping us to be.

Construction requires a plan. In the same way, becoming like Christ requires a big plan, a blueprint outlining who Christ is and what he’s done and what he’s said, so we know who God is shaping us to be.

When you’re in a Small Group, you experience a depth of church you cannot experience on a Sunday morning.

When you’re in a Small Group you will grow in your understanding and knowledge of Scripture.

When you’re in a Small Group, you will help others.

ABOUT THE SERIES : As Summer travel wraps up and the school year winds up, your mind probably turns ahead to your schedule for the next 9 months. This fall, you’re invited to make a St. Mark Small Group part of your plans! Are you looking for new friendships? Personal growth? The power of God? Each week of the series, you’ll discover how the things you’re looking for are found in a St. Mark Small...

ABOUT THE SERIES: Join St. Mark this summer for a sermon series on the remarkable life of a man in ancient Israel named Joseph, and discover the power faith holds for you when life doesn’t go as planned. ABOUT THE EPISODE: God is greater than your legacy.