Matthew Study #71

Jesus told us, "Blessed are the meek." What is meant by meekness? Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel explains that "meek" is an "in between kind of word." Find out what he means as we study Matthew 5:5.

Matthew Study #70

We continue our study of the Beatitudes in Matthew 5. Today Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel compares poor in spirit, mourning, and meekness.

Matthew Study #69

Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth. Does meek mean getting run over? You might be surprised. Watch Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel talk about Matthew 5:4.

Matthew Study #68

Jesus said that the mourner would be comforted, and thus would be blessed. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues his study of Matthew 5.

Matthew Study #67

The first Beatitude Jesus talked about was the blessing of the poor in spirit. Was there a reason why this was the first one? Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues his study of Matthew 5.

Matthew Study #66

The blessing comes not as a result of our circumstances, but as a result of our relationship with God. God is blessed and if we are in God, we too are blessed. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues his study of Matthew 5:3-12.

Five Principles for Recovery

Today we continue our sermon series: Mad Church Disease with a talk on "Five Principles of Recovery." (Many thanks to Anne Jackson for her book, Mad Church Disease!) I have also made the following resources available to go along with the sermon:

• Download 090222 MadChurchPt3 HANDOUT
• Download 090222 MadChurchPt3 HANDOUT Answers
• Download 090222 Mad Church Part 3 TEACHING NOTES

Matthew Study #65

We continue our overview of the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel in his study of Matthew 5:3-12.

Matthew Study #64

When Jesus said, "Blessed," Matthew wrote, "Makarios" in Greek. What is the significance of Makarios in the life of a Christ follower? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he continues his study of the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:3-12.

Matthew Study #63

We begin our study of the Beatitudes with a study of the word Blessing. What did it mean to those whom Jesus taught 2,000 years ago? Does it mean the same today. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 5:2-12.

Matthew Study #62

This morning we read the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:2-12. Rather than give answers, today we ask questions. What did Jesus mean by beginning his Sermon on the Mount with these "blessings"? Join me for our daily Bible study as we take a first look at the Beatitudes. More questions than answers today.

Matthew Study #61

We consider an outline of the Sermon on the Mount. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he begins his study of Matthew 5.

Matthew Study #60

When Jesus taught the Sermon on the Mount, was it one sermon or many? What is the significance of the mountain? What is the significance of him sitting down? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 5:1-2.

Mad Church Disease: Do I Have It?

Church leaders all across America are suffering from Mad Church Disease. What about you? Today we consider the symptoms, internal and external risk factors that lead to burnout. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel for part 2 of his sermon series, Mad Church Disease.

Matthew Study #59

The response of the crowds was immediate and explosive when they learned that Jesus could heal any disease. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:23-25.

Matthew Study #58

Jesus' healings were miraculous. But do you know just how miraculous they really were? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel in his study of Matthew 4:23-25.

Matthew Study #57

Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:23-25. Part of Jesus' ministry game plan was to heal every disease.

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.

Matthew Study #50

What can we learn from Jesus' calling of his first disciples? Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 4:18-22.

Matthew Study #49

Today Mark Pierce of Church Requel explains why he does these Matthew Bible Studies. Play to find out why.

Matthew Study #48

Today we finish Matthew 4:12-17. We've considered Jesus' ministry began at the right time and in the right place. Today we consider the right message. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel.

Mission of Church Requel - Part 4

The mission of Church Requel is to be a community loving God and loving people. Today we finish the "Mission of Church Requel" series with a talk on loving people. Join Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he talks about the mission and vision of the new church.