Matthew Study #47

Today we continue our study of Matthew 4:12-17. We discover some new things about Jesus' hometown, a place called Capernaum. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel.

Matthew Study #46

What kind of people were the Galileans that Jesus taught in his first year of public ministry. Find out today with Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues his study of Matthew 4:12-17.

Matthew Study #45

Jesus' ministry began not only at the right time, but also in the right place. Join Mark Pierce from Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:12=17.

Matthew Study #44

Today we transition into a new section of Matthew, moving into 4:12-17. Timing was everything to Jesus. Find out why with Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel.

Matthew Study #43

What are the tools that we need to have to study the Bible? Mark Pierce of Church Requel takes a side trip at Matthew 4:12 to talk about the resources that can be helpful to you.

Matthew Study #42

We finish our study of Jesus and the Temptations today. Join Mark Pierce as he studies Matthew 4:10-11. We ask what lessons we can apply to ourselves in our temptations.

The Mission of Church Requel - Part 3

The mission of Church Requel is to be a community loving God and loving people. This week Pastor Mark talks about "Loving God." Follow along as he focuses on Matthew 22:34-38.

Matthew Study #41

We finish the last temptation of Jesus this morning. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel in his study of Matthew 4:8-9.

Matthew Study #40

Jesus' 3rd temptation is all too familiar for us - the temptation of the shortcut. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he considers Matthew 4:8-9.

Matthew Study #39

What is our motivation for doing what we do? Is the bottom line always the will of God? Have we checked in with Him lately to make sure the why we do what we do is as important as what we do? Join Mark Pierce from Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:5-7.

Matthew Study #38

The second temptation of Jesus by Satan was the temptation to use his power for sensation. Could the hearts of men be made responsive to God if they could only see another miracle? Join Mark Pierce from Church Requel for today's study of Matthew 4:5-7.

Matthew Study #37

What can we learn from the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4? Join Mark Pierce from Church Requel in this morning's short Bible study.

Matthew Study #36

Today we study the first temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4:3-4. This first temptation was similar to the temptation of Eve in the Garden of Eden. Do you know why? Join Pastor Mark Pierce from Church Requel in Monday's brief Bible study.

Mission of Church Requel - Part 2

The mission of Church Requel is to be a community loving God and loving people. This week, in part 2 of this 4-week series, Pastor Mark Pierce talks about what it means to be a community.

Matthew Study #35

When is temptation likely to be the greatest? Surprisingly, it may be after a victorious or positive spiritual experience! Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:1-2.

Matthew Study #34

Today we continue to study the subject of temptation from Matthew 4:1. Join Mark Pierce of ChurchRequel for this valuable Friday study.

Matthew Study #33

Join me as I continue to study Matthew 4:1 and the subject of temptation.

Matthew Study #32

Today we consider Matthew 4:1 and the issue of temptation. What is the difference between temptation and testing? Does God ever tempt someone? Join Pastor Mark from Church Requel for this 7 1/2 minute study!

Matthew Study #31

After his baptism, when Jesus heard the voice from heaven, "This is my son in whom I am well pleased," was there more to it than those few words? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 3:17.

Matthew Study #30

This morning we have a most exciting Bible study, for in Matthew 3:16-17, we see the first expression of the Trinity in the New Testament. Study along with Pastor Mark and consider what it means to be baptized into the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

The Mission of Church Requel - Part One

The mission of Church Requel is to be a community loving God and loving people. This sermon is the first time that the mission is revealed and discussed. It's worth watching Pastor Mark of the new Church Requel explain what it's all about!

Matthew Study #29

Jesus allowed himself to be baptized "so that all righteousness may be fulfilled." In doing so he set an example for us in more ways than one. Join Pastor Mark Pierce in this morning's Bible Study from Matthew 3:13-17.

Matthew Study #28

Yes, I know I said "Good Thursday morning," and yes, I know today is Friday. Let's just say I was confused this morning. Ha ha! Today we study Matthew 3:13-15 and examine the baptism of Jesus. Why was John the Baptist so opposed to baptizing Jesus? I invite you to enjoy this brief Bible study with me this morning.

Matthew Study #27

Today we examine Matthew 3:11-12. John the Baptist tells us that there is one coming after him who will separate the wheat from the chaff. How can we make sure we're part of the wheat?

Matthew Study #26

What did John the Baptist mean when he said, "Every tree that does not bear GOOD fruit will be thrown into the fire?" Pastor Mark Pierce from Church Requel studies Matthew 3:9-10 and considers the fruitful life.

Matthew Study #25

What did John the Baptist (and later Jesus) mean when he called the Pharisees and Sadducees a "brood of vipers?" You'll be surprised! What can we learn from John's message? Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 3:7-8.

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Matthew Study #24

What was the attraction of John the Baptist? Would you have walked for a whole day just to see a man wearing a camel's hair jacket and leather belt? People from all over the region of Judea came to hear John speak. Today we find out why.

Marrow of Christianity

Have you ever wondered what is at the very marrow of our Christian faith? This week, Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel looks at Matthew 3 and the topic of repentance. Is repentance just a one time thing for Christ followers or an ongoing, daily attitude?

Matthew Study #23

What was the significance of the words of Matthew 3 describing John the Baptist as "preparing the way?" And what was the camel's hair coat and leather belt all about? Find out the answers by listening to today's Bible study from Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel.

Matthew Study #22

Today we look at Matthew 3:1-6 and learn about John the Baptist. He was the herald, preaching the good news of the coming king, Jesus Christ. His message was to repent. What did he mean by this? Join Pastor Mark Pierce from Church Requel in this continuing Bible Study from the Gospel of Matthew.

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Matthew Study #21

Today, on this first day of 2009, we launch into chapter 3 of Matthew's gospel. We leave behind Jesus' infancy and fast forward 30 years. Matthew chooses to begin his story of the adult life of Jesus by first telling us about the adult life of John the Baptist. This remarkable man, whom Jesus said there was none greater, forms the core of our Bible study today.