Is your devotional life growing cold—even though you’re still reading the Bible?

If you’ve been walking with Christ for years, this video is for you.

Many faithful Christians experience seasons where their Bible reading and prayer feel dry, stale, or routine. In this video, I want to reassure you: don’t panic—and don’t quit. Instead, you may need to change the way you’re engaging Scripture so the fire keeps burning.

Using the image of throwing new logs on the fire, I walk through practical, biblical, and time-tested ways to revitalize your devotional life without abandoning consistency.

In this video, we cover:

Why spiritual coldness happens to mature Christians

The three legs of a healthy devotional life (private, family, and church)

Why quitting your Bible plan is not the solution

When and how to change your devotional format

Reading vs. listening vs. writing—and when each helps most

How switching Bibles, translations, or study formats can help

Why listening to Scripture while reading increases focus

The spiritual benefits of walking, journaling, and note-taking

When God may be calling you to write—journals, prayers, or even a book

This video is especially helpful if:

You’ve read the Bible for years but feel spiritually stuck

Your January Bible plan is already feeling heavy

You struggle with distraction during devotions

You want to grow without becoming mechanical

You’re in ministry and feeling devotional fatigue

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What has helped your devotional life stay fresh? Reading? Listening? Writing? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear what’s worked for you.

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How to Do Christian Devotions (Bible + Prayer = Quiet Time)

Do you struggle with knowing how to do daily Christian devotions or staying consistent with your quiet time? In this video, I walk through a simple, biblical, and practical framework for Christian devotions that anyone can follow—whether you’re a brand-new believer or a seasoned Christian who wants more structure.

We’ll cover the foundations of a healthy devotional life:

📖 Reading the Bible wisely

🙏 Praying biblically and purposefully

⏰ Building consistency that actually lasts

This video explains:

- How to choose a good Bible translation

- How to use a reading plan (Old & New Testament)

- Where to start if you’re new (Psalms & Gospels)

- How to take notes while reading Scripture

- How to pray using the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13)

- How to pray the Psalms

- Simple prayer frameworks like ACTS

- Why consistency matters more than intensity

- Whether devotional books help—or hurt—your prayer life

- Recommended devotional resources (Matthew Henry, Spurgeon, The Valley of Vision)

- Ideas for family devotions and long-term faithfulness

This is a Reformed, Scripture-centered approach to Christian devotions that emphasizes ordinary means of grace rather than gimmicks or trends.

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🔥 Is the PCA Considering Ordaining Women as Deacons? A Biblical Response to Overture 37In this video, I will explain the overture written by Pacific Presbytery to be considered at the 2026 General Assembly of the PCA. Here, our brothers unwisely and hastily propose a change to begin ordaining female deacons in the PCA. I do not believe that this overture has much chance to pass, but it does mark a watershed moment in which an entire presbytery proposes a liberalizing change to our understanding of ordination and office. I will comb through their overture, exposing its obvious weaknesses, especially as I give a more accurate exegesis of Romans 16:1, Acts 6, and 1 Timothy 3. The 53rd PCA General Assembly will consider Overture 37, a proposal to amend the Book of Church Order (BCO 9-3) to allow women to serve as ordained deacons.

Greet All the Saints – Romans 16:1–16 | Who Are the Real Saints?

What comes to mind when you picture a “saint”? A robed figure with a halo? A stained-glass icon? A gaunt mystic frozen in time?

In this expositional sermon on Romans 16:1–16, we challenge the 2D image of sainthood shaped by centuries of art and tradition—and rediscover the real saints described by the Apostle Paul: ordinary believers with an extraordinary Christ.

In this passage, Paul greets over two dozen men and women in the Roman church—workers, risk-takers, first converts, suffering servants, and beloved friends. Far from unreachable spiritual elites, these saints were faithful Christians who labored, loved, and endured hardship for the sake of the gospel.

• Phoebe (Romans 16:1–2) – Was she a deacon? What does the Greek word diakonos really mean? How should we think about women and church office in light of Acts 6 and 1 Timothy 3?

• Priscilla and Aquila – A married couple serving Christ together (see Acts 18). What does their partnership teach us about ministry and marriage?

• Epaenetus – The first convert in Asia. What courage it takes to be the “first fruit” in your family, school, or nation!

• Rufus – Could this be the son of Simon of Cyrene from Gospel of Mark 15:21? What does this possibility reveal about the spread of the early church?

• The repeated themes of hard work and belovedness in Paul’s greetings.

• The remarkable interconnectivity of the early church—and how it models Presbyterian accountability and cooperation.

• Why the explosive growth of early Christianity was fueled by both the Holy Spirit and a willingness to suffer.

• The history of “saint” imagery—from early catacomb frescoes to Byzantine mosaics.

• The contrast between biblical sainthood and later Roman Catholic canonization.

• The historicity of Christianity reflected in Paul’s personal greetings.

• Reformed theology on conversion, irresistible grace, and faithful perseverance.

• Lessons for today’s evangelical church: service, sacrifice, unity, and bold witness.

The saints in Romans 16 were not marble statues—they were men and women who had encountered the risen Christ and gave their lives to His mission.

True saints are not untouchable icons. They are redeemed sinners, deeply loved by God, working hard for a glorious Savior.

📖 Text: Romans 16:1–16
🎙 Preacher: MVE

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🔎 In This Sermon, We Explore:🏛 Historical & Theological Themes

In this video, I am going to take a look at Jonathan Edwards's unfinished masterpiece, the History of the Work of Redemption. We have this work through his sermon series of the same name, but sadly, JE did not finish editing this magnum opus which probably would have been his greatest contribution to theology, history, and Biblical commentary. Let me introduce you to this wonderful series of sermons which Edwards had great plans for! Sadly, he died before he could finish it.

In this video, I will give advice to myself when I was 21. Of course, looking back with 20-20 vision is a luxury that we have when we are older, and unfortunately no one can go back in time. That being said, here is the advice that I would have given myself if I had the opportunity to counsel the younger version of me.

Ephesians 6:10–20 | The Armor of God & the Reality of Spiritual Warfare

50th Anniversary Sermon | Gospel Fellowship PCA

Dr. Matthew V. Everhard (MVE) | February 8, 2026

What does it mean to live as a Christian in a world that is not neutral—but hostile to the gospel?

In this powerful 50th Anniversary sermon, Dr. Matthew V. Everhard preaches from Ephesians 6:10–20, calling the church to recognize the reality of spiritual warfare and to take up the whole armor of God. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and the founding convictions of Gospel Fellowship PCA, this message reminds believers that the Christian life is not a spectator sport—it is a battle for truth, holiness, and faithfulness.

Paul’s words to the Ephesian church are as urgent today as ever. Christians are not at war with “flesh and blood,” but with spiritual forces of darkness, false ideologies, deception, and demonic opposition. This sermon explores Satan’s ancient strategies, the cost of faithfulness, and God’s gracious provision of divine armor:

The belt of truth

The breastplate of righteousness

The gospel of peace

The shield of faith

The helmet of salvation

The sword of the Spirit—the Word of God

Preached on the occasion of Gospel Fellowship PCA’s 50th Anniversary, this message also honors the courage of the church’s founders, who stood firm against false teaching and cultural compromise—and challenges the present generation to do the same.

This is not their day. This is our day.

If you are seeking faithful, Reformed, Scripture-centered preaching that takes spiritual warfare seriously and calls Christians to stand boldly for Christ, this sermon is for you.

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Scripture: Ephesians 6:10–20

Tradition: Reformed / Presbyterian (PCA)

Theme: Spiritual Warfare, The Armor of God, Faithfulness, Courage, the Church in Conflict

In this video, I will review the four-volume systematic theology of Joel Beeke and Paul Smalley entitled "Reformed Systematic Theology." I think this is an excellent set, and one that I will consult for years to come!

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Video Description: In this video, I ask a series of questions about "Christian Nationalism." This term is particularly difficult because it is slanderous to some and misunderstood by others. Yet Christians have had very nuanced opinions about Christianity and civil government over the years, and you should study this topic theologically.

How Christian Nationalist are you — really?

Before you accept or reject the label, take this honest quiz designed to clarify what people actually mean when they talk about Christian Nationalism.In this video, I walk you through 10 carefully worded questions touching on:

Christianity and the public good

The role of Scripture in civil government

The magistrate’s responsibility toward the Church

Biblical justice, national identity, and patriotism

Psalms 2 & 110 and Christ’s kingship over the nations

👉 Score yourself honestly and see where you land on the spectrum — from secularism to Christian government.

This quiz is not about clickbait outrage or shallow talking points. It’s meant to:✔ bring clarity✔ challenge assumptions✔ and encourage thoughtful, biblical reflection

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In this video, I will make a short argument for why Christians should be reading the Iliad by Homer. One of the great works of the ancient world. It is a thrilling book with a great plot -- but is it worth the time and energy for Christians to read?