Berean Baptist Church

Berean Baptist Church
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Weekly sermons and teaching from Berean Baptist Church in Mansfield, Ohio. We would love to have you join us in-person or online. Find out more about Berean at www.bereanfamily.com

  1. When Mission Meets Resistance | Acts: The Church on the Move | Acts 16:16–25a

    4d ago

    When Mission Meets Resistance | Acts: The Church on the Move | Acts 16:16–25a

    As the gospel advances, opposition often follows. In Acts 16:16–25a, Paul and Silas encounter spiritual darkness, false accusations, public hostility, physical suffering, and imprisonment. Yet even in the midst of suffering, they remain faithful—praying and singing hymns to God.This passage reminds us that gospel mission is not always easy, but God calls His people to faithful perseverance when resistance comes.📖 Scripture: Acts 16:16–25a🙌 Main Idea: As gospel mission advances, God calls His people to faithfulness and perseverance, even amid opposition.🕊️ In this message, we see:• Gospel mission exposes spiritual darkness• The power of Jesus brings freedom and confronts evil• Gospel truth can threaten sinful interests and worldly priorities• Faithfulness to Christ may bring opposition and suffering• God’s people can persevere through hardship with prayer and worship📌 Homework: Read 2 Corinthians 4:1–12 using this pattern: Read, Reflect, Respond, and Rest.Join us as we study what it means to remain faithful to Christ when mission meets resistance.

    46 min
  2. On Mission Together | Acts: The Church on the Move | Acts 15:36–16:5

    Jun 21

    On Mission Together | Acts: The Church on the Move | Acts 15:36–16:5

    In Acts 15:36–16:5, Paul and Barnabas prepare to return and strengthen the churches, but a sharp disagreement over John Mark leads them to separate. Even in this difficult moment, the mission of the gospel continues as Paul chooses Silas, Barnabas takes Mark, and Timothy joins the work.This passage reminds us that being on mission together does not mean we will never face conflict, make hard decisions, or sacrifice personal rights for the sake of others. Yet through it all, God continues to strengthen His church and grow His people.📖 Scripture: Acts 15:36–16:5🙌 Main Idea: Even on mission together we will have personality conflicts and a need to sacrifice for others. But it’s all worth it when the Church grows and is strengthened.🕊️ In this message, we see:• A shared vision and mission do not guarantee that everyone will get along• Gospel mission may require hard decisions• Believers must be willing to sacrifice personal rights for the sake of others• God can continue His work even through conflict• The result of sacrifice and faithful obedience is a strengthened church📌 Homework: Read Psalm 96:1–13 using this pattern: Read, Reflect, Respond, and Rest.Join us as we study what it means to stay faithful, sacrifice for others, and remain on mission together for the strengthening of the Church.#Acts15 #ChurchOnTheMove #ProblemSolvingDoneRight #HolySpirit #BiblicalLeadership #ChurchUnity #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #ActsSeries #BereanFamily

    37 min
  3. On Mission Together | Acts: The Church on the Move | Acts 15:36–16:5

    Jun 14

    On Mission Together | Acts: The Church on the Move | Acts 15:36–16:5

    In Acts 15:36–16:5, Paul and Barnabas prepare to return and strengthen the churches, but a sharp disagreement over John Mark leads them to separate. Even in this difficult moment, the mission of the gospel continues as Paul chooses Silas, Barnabas takes Mark, and Timothy joins the work.This passage reminds us that being on mission together does not mean we will never face conflict, make hard decisions, or sacrifice personal rights for the sake of others. Yet through it all, God continues to strengthen His church and grow His people.📖 Scripture: Acts 15:36–16:5🙌 Main Idea: Even on mission together we will have personality conflicts and a need to sacrifice for others. But it’s all worth it when the Church grows and is strengthened.🕊️ In this message, we see:• A shared vision and mission do not guarantee that everyone will get along• Gospel mission may require hard decisions• Believers must be willing to sacrifice personal rights for the sake of others• God can continue His work even through conflict• The result of sacrifice and faithful obedience is a strengthened church📌 Homework: Read Psalm 96:1–13 using this pattern: Read, Reflect, Respond, and Rest.Join us as we study what it means to stay faithful, sacrifice for others, and remain on mission together for the strengthening of the Church.#Acts15 #ChurchOnTheMove #ProblemSolvingDoneRight #HolySpirit #BiblicalLeadership #ChurchUnity #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #ActsSeries #BereanFamily

    40 min
  4. Problem Solving Done Right | Acts: Church on the Move | Acts 15:22–35

    Jun 7

    Problem Solving Done Right | Acts: Church on the Move | Acts 15:22–35

    In Acts 15:22–35, we see how the early church responded when conflict and confusion threatened unity among believers. Rather than allowing division to grow, the apostles, elders, and church leaders came together to seek God's wisdom, follow the leading of the Holy Spirit, and communicate their decisions clearly to the church.This passage provides a biblical model for addressing problems in a way that honors Christ and strengthens His people.📖 Scripture: Acts 15:22–35🙌 Main Idea: When problems arise, get the right people into the room, lean on the leading of the Holy Spirit together, and communicate with clarity.🕊️ In this message, we see:• Problems are best addressed when the right people come together• Godly leaders seek unity and wisdom in resolving conflict• The Holy Spirit guides believers toward faithful decisions• Churches must depend on God's leading rather than human opinions• Clear communication brings encouragement and strengthens unity• Biblical problem-solving promotes peace, clarity, and gospel advancement📌 Homework: Read Psalm 24 using this pattern: Read, Reflect, Respond in Prayer, and Rest.Join us as we study how the early church handled challenges with wisdom, unity, and dependence on the Holy Spirit, providing a model for believers today.#Acts15 #ChurchOnTheMove #ProblemSolvingDoneRight #HolySpirit #BiblicalLeadership #ChurchUnity #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #ActsSeries #BereanFamily

    37 min
  5. In Step with the Spirit | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 5:16–26

    May 31

    In Step with the Spirit | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 5:16–26

    In Galatians 5:16–26, Paul calls believers to walk by the Spirit and not gratify the desires of the flesh. This passage shows the battle between the flesh and the Spirit, the works of the flesh that pull us away from God, and the fruit of the Spirit that is produced in the life of a believer.As followers of Christ, we are called not only to live by the Spirit but to keep in step with the Spirit, faithfully discerning God’s direction for our lives.📖 Scripture: Galatians 5:16–26🙌 Main Idea: By walking in the Spirit, we put our flesh to death, good fruits are produced in us, and we can faithfully discern God’s direction for our lives.🕊️ In this message, we see:• Walking in the Spirit helps us put the flesh to death• The works of the flesh are opposed to the Spirit• The fruit of the Spirit is produced in those who belong to Christ• Keeping in step with the Spirit helps us discern God’s direction• Believers are called to live humbly, not with conceit, envy, or provocation📌 Homework: Read Galatians 5:16–26.If you are trying to discern God’s direction in your life, read Psalm 37:1–11 using this pattern: Read, Reflect, Respond in Prayer, and Rest.Join us as we study what it means to walk faithfully and stay in step with the Spirit.#Galatians5 #FreedomInChrist #BrotherlyLove #FaithAlone #GraceAlone #BereanFamily #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #StandFirm #GalatiansSeries

    43 min
  6. In Step with the Spirit | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 5:16–26

    May 24

    In Step with the Spirit | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 5:16–26

    In Galatians 5:16–26, Paul calls believers to walk by the Spirit and not gratify the desires of the flesh. This passage shows the battle between the flesh and the Spirit, the works of the flesh that pull us away from God, and the fruit of the Spirit that is produced in the life of a believer.As followers of Christ, we are called not only to live by the Spirit but to keep in step with the Spirit, faithfully discerning God’s direction for our lives.📖 Scripture: Galatians 5:16–26🙌 Main Idea: By walking in the Spirit, we put our flesh to death, good fruits are produced in us, and we can faithfully discern God’s direction for our lives.🕊️ In this message, we see:• Walking in the Spirit helps us put the flesh to death• The works of the flesh are opposed to the Spirit• The fruit of the Spirit is produced in those who belong to Christ• Keeping in step with the Spirit helps us discern God’s direction• Believers are called to live humbly, not with conceit, envy, or provocation📌 Homework: Read Galatians 5:16–26.If you are trying to discern God’s direction in your life, read Psalm 37:1–11 using this pattern: Read, Reflect, Respond in Prayer, and Rest.Join us as we study what it means to walk faithfully and stay in step with the Spirit.#Galatians5 #FreedomInChrist #BrotherlyLove #FaithAlone #GraceAlone #BereanFamily #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #StandFirm #GalatiansSeries

    41 min
  7. Faith, Freedom, and Brotherly Love | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 5:1–15

    May 17

    Faith, Freedom, and Brotherly Love | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 5:1–15

    In Galatians 5:1–15, the Apostle Paul reminds believers that Christ has set His people free—not to return to slavery, but to walk in faith, freedom, and love. As false teachers attempted to lead the Galatian churches back under the burden of the law, Paul passionately calls them to stand firm in the gospel of grace and reject any message that adds human effort to salvation.This passage reveals that faith alone in Christ alone produces two things the enemy hates: true freedom in Christ and genuine brotherly love among believers. Paul warns that the Christian life is a spiritual battle where false teaching constantly threatens to distort the gospel and rob believers of the freedom Christ purchased for them. Yet the freedom found in Christ is not freedom to sin—it is freedom to joyfully serve and love one another.📖 Scripture: Galatians 5:1–15🙌 Main Idea: Faith alone in Christ alone brings about two things the enemy hates: freedom in Christ and brotherly love.🕊️ In this message, we see:• How Christ has set believers free from the slavery of sin and the law• Why the gospel of grace has always been under attack• The danger of false teaching and spiritual compromise• The importance of standing firm in biblical truth• How genuine faith expresses itself through brotherly love and servicePaul reminds the church that freedom in Christ is not an excuse for sinful living, but a call to serve one another in love. The gospel transforms both our relationship with God and our relationship with others. As believers walk in the freedom Christ provides, the world sees the love and unity that mark true followers of Jesus.🔗 Learn more at bereanfamily.comAbout Us – https://bereanfamily.com/start-here/im-new/Plan Your Visit – https://bereanfamily.com/visit/Messages – https://bereanfamily.com/sermons/🎙️ Series: Galatians: Church on the Move#Galatians5 #FreedomInChrist #BrotherlyLove #FaithAlone #GraceAlone #BereanFamily #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #StandFirm #GalatiansSeries

    39 min
  8. God’s Way Leads to Blessing | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 4:21–31

    May 11

    God’s Way Leads to Blessing | Galatians: Church on the Move | Galatians 4:21–31

    In Galatians 4:21–31, the Apostle Paul uses the historical account of Sarah, Hagar, Isaac, and Ishmael to illustrate the difference between slavery under the law and the freedom found through faith in Christ. Paul reminds believers that God’s promises are fulfilled not through human effort or self-reliance, but through trusting Him and walking by faith.Through this powerful allegory, we see the danger of taking matters into our own hands instead of patiently trusting God’s timing and promises. Abraham and Sarah struggled to believe God would fulfill His word, leading to painful consequences when they attempted to accomplish God’s plan through human effort. Yet Paul points believers back to the gospel of grace—reminding us that justification comes by faith alone, not by works or religious performance.📖 Scripture: Galatians 4:21–31🙌 Main Idea: We must learn to be patient, trust God, and walk by faith.🕊️ In this message, we see:• The difference between slavery under the law and freedom through faith• Why taking matters into our own hands often leads to painful consequences• The importance of trusting God’s promises even when circumstances seem impossible• How faith in Christ alone brings peace, assurance, and blessing• The call for believers to walk by faith instead of relying on human effort or pridePaul reminds the church that those who belong to Christ are children of promise, not slaves. God’s way leads to blessing, freedom, and life. When we trust Him instead of ourselves, we can rest in His promises and walk confidently in the grace He provides.🔗 Learn more at bereanfamily.comAbout Us – https://bereanfamily.com/start-here/im-new/Plan Your Visit – https://bereanfamily.com/visit/Messages – https://bereanfamily.com/sermons/🎙️ Series: Galatians: Church on the Move#Galatians4 #FaithAlone #TrustGod #GodsPromises #BereanFamily #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #WalkByFaith #FreedomInChrist #GalatiansSeries

    43 min
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Weekly sermons and teaching from Berean Baptist Church in Mansfield, Ohio. We would love to have you join us in-person or online. Find out more about Berean at www.bereanfamily.com

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    Berean Baptist Church
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
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