The Valley Chapel Podcast

In the kingdom of God, things work in a bizarre, upside-down way. learn how to live right-side-up in an upside-down world. Let's learn how the scriptures help us make sense of the suffering we experience. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

In the kingdom of God, things work in a bizarre, upside-down way. learn at how to live right-side up in an upside-down world. Jesus welcomes Children, the lowest in society, those who have no means by which to move up, and called them blessed. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of...

Sometimes the barriers that divide us seem just too large. We think that the only way to move forward is to accept them, but James encourages us to confess our sins to one another so that we can be healed. Are we ready to be healed? Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on...

Much of our division is a result of pride. We think it is because of the injustice of others, but it is rarely without layers of our own pride. But God opposes the proud and gives grace to the humble. Our way out of the either/or is not our conclusions and right-ness, but our humility and gentleness. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel...

We like to think of ourselves as experts, but how often do we properly prepare? Do we speak out of wisdom, or arrogance? Being right is a dangerous thing, but by taming our tongue we can bring a great deal of goodness into a divided world. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the...

Does it sometimes feel like your belief in God doesn't change anything in your life? Perhaps you are missing a critical element to your faith. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Do other people really seem to get your blood boiling these days? James gives us some practical advice for how to break free of the either-or when we are angry at others and blind to ourselves. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

It's easy to drift away from church. Other good things just crowd out the space. But is there something we miss when we let other good things fill the space intended for the Spirit of God? Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Sick of hypocrisy in church? Wondering what good the church could be if Christians don't live up to their own message? The church offers a different kind of truth than you find elsewhere. Find out more today. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Sometimes we can act childish, and there are a lot of helpful tools for us to grow as human beings, but only the church can mentor us into full human maturity. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

We are blessed to welcome Kevin Austin, the leader of the Set free Movement, an organization whose mission is to mobilize faith communities, financial partners, and all segments of society towards ending human trafficking and creating new futures through community-based action. Their vision is to see the vulnerable protected, captives set free, and the oppressed experiencing hope and healing as ne...

We live in a severely divided world. The church is a place to practice reconciliation and making things right. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Have you ever wondered if the church is really all that necessary? Today we begin a 6-week series looking at the value the Ephesian church provided to their culture and seek wisdom in this hard-to-ask question. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Today we are celebrating the completion of our 2021 VBS program. Let's praise God for the lives that have been impacted by his work at VBS! Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Embark on an epic quest through hidden ruins, ancient caves, and dense jungles. At Treasured VBS, kids dig into action-packed, faith-filled adventures. They'll discover God's greatest treasure isn't diamonds, gems, or gold-it's them! Treasured is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste! Sciency-Fun Gizmos, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and t...

Today we are anticipating the opening night of our 2021 VBS program. Let's learn how the God who created everything knows us, even what's on the inside. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Today we conclude our "Forgotten Women" series with a special guest, Pastor Colleen from Dansville and pastor Ryan are trading churches for the week. Let's learn from Hagar's story about how God can restore and redeem us no matter how much we have suffered. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at...

Happy Father's Day! Today we look at the story of Esther, not exactly a lesser-known woman, but there is an important lesson to learn about the role fathers play in the lives of their daughters. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Sometimes the right thing is not the legal thing. Let's learn about what it looks like to rebel against authority in the name of what is right. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

There are nice stories in the bible, and then there are stories like that of Jephthah's Daughter. Join us as Pastor Ryan guides us through this heavy but important story. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

Happy Memorial Day! Today is the 5th Sunday of the month, so our service is led by the children. The message this morning comes from Rev. Barbara Mosher. She will share with us about the forgotten women who followed Jesus right alongside the more famous disciples. This should be another fun one! Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/...

It is Pentecost Sunday! May the Spirit of God move powerfully in your life this morning. Special Guest speaker Dr. Rebecca Letterman brings this Sunday's message about Abagail from 1 Samuel 25. Dr. Letterman is Professor of Spiritual Formation at Northeastern Seminary and co-Author of "Understanding Our Story". Learn more about her here https://youtu.be/lWNcse-HO0A Connect after the service - vall...

Jesus meets his scared disciples with an invitation to fellowship. Connect after the service - valleychapel.org/connect Want to support this ministry? - valleychapel.org/give Download the Valley Chapel APP at the bottom of the page on www.valleychapel.org

This 7-week series explores the stories of lesser-known women from the bible. Each woman's story teaches us a lesson and invites us to see how her story points to Jesus himself.