Bethany Missionary Church

Bethany Missionary Church

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Welcome to the Bethany Missionary Church Podcast, where our mission is to make disciples who love Jesus and love others. Tune in each week to hear our latest teachings and explore additional resources designed to help you grow in your faith journey. Join us as we walk together, taking steps closer to Jesus and living out His love in our communities.

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God Can Restore What Seems Lost | Derek Fey

What do you do when you feel like something in your life is lost? Maybe it’s hope, purpose, confidence, or even your sense of direction. In this final message of our Elisha sermon series, Derek Fey reminds us that God can restore what seems lost. Through the story of Elisha in 2 Kings and the journey of Peter in the Gospels, we’re reminded that God is still working even when we can’t see it. When we feel surrounded by fear, failure, doubt, or difficult circumstances, we can trust that God has not abandoned us. This Christian sermon is an encouragement to trust God in difficult seasons, remember His faithfulness, and believe that He can restore what seems lost. In this message, we explore: Trusting God when circumstances feel overwhelming Finding hope when we feel lost Remembering that God is still working Learning from failure and finding restoration Following Jesus even after we’ve fallen short If you’re walking through a difficult season or wondering where God is in the middle of it, this message is for you. God can restore what seems lost. #Elisha #ChristianSermon #TrustGod #GodRestores #HopeInGod #FollowJesus #BethanyMissionaryChurch
Sep 21

Just A Small Jar of Olive Oil | Ryan Lutz

What do you do when what you have doesn’t feel like enough? In this message from our Elisha series, we discover what God can do with a little faith, a small jar of oil, and a willingness to give Him what we have. In 2 Kings 4:1–7, a widow is facing overwhelming debt with almost nothing left. All she has is a small jar of olive oil—but when she puts what she has into God’s hands, He provides more than enough. We also look at the feeding of the 5,000 through the perspective of the boy who gave Jesus all that he had. His offering seemed small, but Jesus was able to use it for something far greater than he could have imagined. And ultimately, both stories point us to Jesus. At Gethsemane—the “oil press”—Jesus gave Himself completely for us. He is enough to pay our debt, give us eternal life, and teach us how to live the abundant life He offers. If you've ever felt like you don't have enough—enough resources, enough faith, enough strength, or enough to offer—this message is for you. Message: Just a Small Jar of Olive OilSeries: ElishaScripture: 2 Kings 4:1–7 #Elisha #ChristianSermon #Faith #TrustGod #Jesus #2Kings4 #GodProvides #Christianity
Sep 14

When Life Doesn't Go As Planned | Ryan Lutz

What do you do when life doesn't go as planned? In 2 Kings 3, three kings find themselves in a desperate situation. In Mark 6, the disciples are faced with a crowd they can't possibly feed. Different circumstances, same invitation: come to God, listen to God, and trust God. God doesn't always give us the full picture. Sometimes He simply asks us to take the next step of obedience and trust Him with what comes next. In this message, we look at what the disciples did when Jesus asked them to participate in a miracle - and what their story teaches us about following God when we don't understand what He's doing. When life doesn't go as planned, you don't have to have all the answers. You can come to God, listen to God, and trust God. Scripture: 2 Kings 3; Mark 6:35–44 Series: ElishaMessage: When Life Doesn't Go As Planned If this message encourages you, share it with someone who needs a reminder that God is still at work. #ChristianSermon #Elisha #WhenLifeDoesntGoAsPlanned #TrustGod #Faith #HearingGod #FollowingJesus #BethanyMissionaryChurch
Sep 7

Playing it Safe is Holding You Back | Derek Fey

What happens when we stop playing it safe and start saying yes to what God is calling us to? In Week 1 of our new series, Elisha, Derek Fey kicks things off with an encouraging Christian sermon about finding your calling, discovering your purpose, and learning to hear God’s voice in the middle of everyday life. Through the story of Elisha, we’re reminded that following God often means leaving comfort, fear, and excuses behind—and trusting Him with what comes next. Sometimes the biggest step of faith is simply being willing to say, “Yes.” Maybe you’ve been feeling stuck. Maybe you’re wondering what God has next for you. Or maybe you know He’s calling you into something new, but you’re afraid to take the first step. Whatever season you’re in, this message is an invitation to stop playing it safe, trust God, and live your calling. Are you ready to go all in? #Elisha #ChristianSermon #FindingYourCalling #Purpose #HearingGod #Faith #Christianity
Aug 24

Empowered | Ryan Lutz

What does it actually mean to be empowered by God? In Week 4 of our SENT series, we look at the church in Antioch in Acts 11:27–30 and discover that sent churches don't just equip people—they empower people to participate in God's mission. We begin by looking at how the church can create environments where people are equipped, encouraged, trusted, and released to make a difference. But the heart of this message is the power we receive from the Holy Spirit. Jesus promised in Acts 1:8, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses.” And Romans 8:11 reminds us that the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead lives in those who belong to Christ. The power isn't ours. The Spirit's power is at work within us. We spend much of this message unpacking what that means for our everyday lives: we don't have to manufacture the power to follow Jesus, live on mission, or be His witnesses. We are empowered by the Spirit who already lives in us. This message is a reminder that being SENT isn't about being impressive or having everything figured out. It's about being available and dependent on the Holy Spirit. Equipped by the church. Empowered by the Spirit. Entrusted with the mission. #SENT #Empowered #HolySpirit #Acts11 #Acts18 #Church #Jesus #Christianity #BethanyMissionaryChurch
Aug 17

Equipped | Ryan Lutz

What does it look like to become the kind of person God can send? In Week 3 of our SENT series, we look at the church in Antioch and Paul’s teaching in Ephesians to discover what it means to be an equipped follower of Jesus. Equipped people are taught, prepared, and ready to stand firm when they are sent into the world. We’ll explore Acts 11:25–26, Ephesians 4:11–16, and Ephesians 6:10–18 as we look at the Armor of God and the spiritual preparation God gives us for the mission He has called us to. We’ll also challenge the idea that ministry is reserved for people with a vocation, degree, title, or platform. Every follower of Jesus has an opportunity to participate in God’s mission wherever He has placed them. Our relationship with Jesus shouldn’t depend on where we are, what we have, or what we’re going through. It is rooted in His love for us and our love for Him. The Equipped Challenge Start your day with the first 11 minutes: 1 minute — Pray the Lord’s Prayer 5 minutes — Read and reflect on Scripture 5 minutes — Sit in silence and listen for the Lord We aren't equipped to sit. We're equipped to go. #SENT #Equipped #Church #Ephesians6 #ArmorOfGod #Acts11 #Ephesians4 #Christianity #Jesus
Aug 10

Sent People Stay Hungry | Ryan Lutz

What happens when we become too comfortable with God’s provision? In Week 2 of our SENT series, we look at the Israelites in Exodus 16 and the early church in Antioch in Acts 11. Israel had witnessed miracle after miracle—God delivered them from Egypt, parted the Red Sea, provided water, and continued to provide for them. But eventually, what once amazed them became ordinary. The miracle became routine.The provision became expected.And their hunger for God began to fade. But Antioch gives us a different picture. They experienced God’s blessing and movement, but they didn't settle into comfort. They stayed hungry—for God, for growth, for people, and for the mission. Sent people stay hungry. In this message, we explore what it looks like to remain spiritually hungry in a world that constantly invites us toward comfort and complacency. In this message: • Hungry people stay humble.• Hungry people stay teachable.• Hungry people stay expectant.• Hungry people stay available. The question isn't whether you've seen God move. The question is whether what God has done is still shaping how you trust Him today. Don't let yesterday's provision become today's complacency. Stay hungry. Stay available. Stay SENT. 📖 Scripture: Acts 11:19-26 | Exodus 16🎙️ Series: SENT📍 Bethany Missionary Church If this message encourages you, consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and sharing it with someone who needs the reminder that God isn't finished with them yet. #SENT #ChristianSermon #Church #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #Acts11 #Exodus16 #Complacency #GodsProvision #Christianity
Aug 3

SENT | Ryan Lutz

Have you ever wondered why the church exists? Is it simply a place we gather each week, or is it something much bigger? In Week 1 of our SENT series, we journey to the ancient city of Antioch—one of the most influential cities in the Roman Empire and the birthplace of one of the most influential churches in Christian history. Through Acts 11–13, we'll discover how God used ordinary believers in an unlikely place to launch a movement that would change the world. In this message, you'll discover: Why the church in Antioch was unlike any other church in the New Testament. How God often brings purpose through pain. Why following Jesus means choosing calling over comfort. What it looks like to move from simply attending church to living as someone who is sent. Whether you've followed Jesus for decades or you're just exploring faith, this message is an invitation to see the Church—and your role in God's mission—in a completely new way. Scripture: Acts 11:19–30; Acts 13:1–3 If this message encouraged you, be sure to like the video, subscribe to our channel, and share it with someone who needs hope this week. Connect with Bethany Missionary Church📍 Elkhart, Indiana⛪ Sunday Worship | 10:30 AM Website: https://www.bethanymissionary.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BethanyMissionaryChurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanymissionary/ #Church #Acts #Antioch #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Faith #Mission #Discipleship #Sent #Jesus #BethanyMissionaryChurch

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Welcome to the Bethany Missionary Church Podcast, where our mission is to make disciples who love Jesus and love others. Tune in each week to hear our latest teachings and explore additional resources designed to help you grow in your faith journey. Join us as we walk together, taking steps closer to Jesus and living out His love in our communities.

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Bethany Missionary Church
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

196
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