Matthew Study #56

We learn the pattern of Jesus' early ministry - teaching in the Synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing all manner of diseases. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he considers Matthew 4:23-25.

Matthew Study #55

As we see in the life of Peter, there are multiple commitments that we make to follow Jesus. Enjoy this study with Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he compares the 3 different commitments to follow Jesus that Peter made in the different Gospels.

Matthew Study #54

Jesus told his first disciples to follow him and he would make them "fishers of men." Even though Jesus used the analogy of fishermen, we often approach people like hunters rather than fishermen. What's the difference? Listen to this short audio podcast as Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel continues his study of Matthew 4:19-22.

Like a Cow, Like a Sheep

This is the first sermon in the new series, Mad Church Disease. "Lie a Cow, Like a Sheep" examines how the burnout syndrome affects leaders and volunteers of church ministry. If you are feeling burnout at church, this is definitely a sermon you want to listen to. You may also wish to download the PDF version of the sermon handout to follow as you listen. If you find this sermon helpful, may I recommend the Mad Church Disease book by Anne Jackson?

Matthew Study #53

What does it mean to be fishers of men? Today Mark examines six attributes of a good fisherman and how this relates to leading others to Christ. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues his study of Matthew 4:18-22.

Matthew Study #52

Who were these first disciples who followed Jesus in Matthew 4:18-22. Why would they leave everything to accept the calling of the Rabbi Jesus? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues to study the Gospel of Matthew.

Matthew Study #51

What does it mean when Jesus says, "Come follow me?" Is there more to "follow" than just walking behind someone? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:18-22.