Nobody really knows the genuine nature of their faith until it's tested. In this week's message, we witness a man about to lose someone he loves. Yet, instead of hiding, running, whining, or surrendering, he turns confidently to Christ. Then, with a single statement -- so crammed with theology Augustine would be proud -- he shows spiritual understanding beyond anyone else of his generation. This man's trust in God is so strong, it even causes Jesus to pause in amazement! Oh, how I wish that we, too, might walk with such great confidence in the Lord of heaven and earth.

We live in a fear-saturated culture. Media moguls admit using technology to exacerbate fear, doctors acknowledge a pandemic of stress-related illness, and people admit feeling confused, overwhelmed, distressed, and discouraged. A staggering 11% of America's populace has even contemplated suicide -- We are losing the battle against fear. Satan's age-old tactic of a 'hopeless tomorrow' pushes the nation toward a psychological breakdown. It's into this maelstrom that the Bible speaks hope for today, as the Son of God takes center stage, explaining to His followers why they must never worry again.

This past Sunday we discussed California Christians, COVID, & Masks, a sermon calling Christians to commit themselves to holy harmony, understanding when to stand for doctrine, and when to show consideration to the conscience of other believers. Join us for this live Q&A session with MBC pastors as they discuss real questions submitted by the congregation.

Many churches are undergoing civil war and internal disharmony, including name-calling, and in-fighting between congregants. One church on the West Coast had members leave over a facebook post, while another in the midwest had a pastor quit over MAGA hats and mask-wearing. The unprecedented stressors of COVID and political antagonism, have clearly hurt churches. Alarmingly, most of the issues causing rupture aren't highlighted in Scripture. It seems the devil is using externals to assault eternals. This makes it vital Christians commit themselves to holy harmony, understanding when to stand for doctrine, and when to show consideration to the conscience of other believers. Join us Sunday for a special message, "Who Am I to Judge?"

This past Sunday we discussed California Christians, COVID, & Politics, a sermon calling Christians to declare their allegiance to Christ in the public square, and to ensure that their beliefs hit the ballot box come November.

Presidential elections do not save people, the Lord Jesus Christ does. Hence, believers in Christ can hold great hope in their heavenly citizenship, regardless of who resides in the White House. That said, the Lord does observe the nations, and when societies stray far from Him, He abandons them to their own devices. America has long been on this downward spiral and is nearing her demise. The deification of man, the 'de-Godding' of the church, the sexual revolution, homosexual passions, gender dysphoria, and cultural chaos are all signs that God has removed His restraining graces -- No nation has ever recovered from such corruption. Thus, for the sake of our children, and grandchildren, Christians have no choice but to declare their allegiance to Christ in the public square, and to ensure that their beliefs hit the ballot box this November. Join us Sunday for this message titled, "One Nation Under Sin."

A live Q&A follow up to Sunday's sermon, California Christians, COVID, & Mortality.

The front page of virtually every media outlet and government website shares the mortality rates of COVID-19. These rates have become a point of significant political-cultural discussion for Americans. Yet, seeing these stats should remind the believer (and unbeliever!) of one statistic greater than any party, power, or opinion: The true mortality rate is 100%. In our westernized First World, death is something everyone agrees on, but very few really reflect on. This is likely due to atheistic evolution, hubris, and untold outlets for pleasure-seeking. But, the fact remains, unless Jesus calls His church home, every single one of us, and everyone we know will soon die. The longer we live, the more people we will bury. If a global pandemic does nothing else, it should awaken us to this reality: Are we ready to die? Do we discuss our funeral? Are we fearful? Does death inhibit us from real life? Remarkably, the apostle Paul didn't fear death at all -- he even saw it as a good thing! So let's dig in this Sunday and study the true mortality rate and make some decisions about living in faith over fear.