Mandeville Bible Church

What Are We Learning?

2024-11-17 What Are We Learning?by Pastor Chris Berg
Scripture Reference: Titus 3:12-1512 I am planning to send either Artemas or Tychicus to you. As soon as one of them arrives, do your best to meet me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to stay there for the winter. 13 Do everything you can to help Zenas the lawyer and Apollos with their trip. See that they are given everything they need. 14 Our people must learn to do good by meeting the urgent needs of others; then they will not be unproductive.
15 Everybody here sends greetings. Please give my greetings to the believers—all who love us.

2024-11-10 Avoid Timewasters

2024-11-10 Avoid Timewastersby Pastor Chris Berg
Scripture Reference: Titus 3:9-119 Do not get involved in foolish discussions about spiritual pedigrees or in quarrels and fights about obedience to Jewish laws. These things are useless and a waste of time. 10 If people are causing divisions among you, give a first and second warning. After that, have nothing more to do with them. 11 For people like that have turned away from the truth, and their own sins condemn them.

The Gospel: A Poem

2024-11-03 The Gospel: A Poemby Pastor Chris Berg
Scripture Reference: Titus 3:4-84 But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life. 8 The saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are excellent and profitable for people.

Godly Citizenship

2024-10-27 Godly Citizenshipby Pastor Chris Berg
Scripture Reference: Titus 3:1-33 Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, 2 to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. 3 For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and envy, hated by others and hating one another.

All About God's Grace

2024-10-20 All About God's Graceby Pastor Chris Berg
Scripture Reference: Titus 2:11-15
11 For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. 12 And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, 13 while we look forward with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be revealed. 14 He gave his life to free us from every kind of sin, to cleanse us, and to make us his very own people, totally committed to doing good deeds.
15 You must teach these things and encourage the believers to do them. You have the authority to correct them when necessary, so don’t let anyone disregard what you say.

2024-10-06 Young Men Are Capable

In this episode, we delve back into the Book of Titus, exploring the Apostle Paul's guidance on establishing strong local churches on the island of Crete. Following the joy and encouragement of last week's baptism service, we refocus on the critical importance of sound doctrine in fostering godly living amidst an ungodly world.Paul's letter to Titus emphasizes the necessity of local churches that teach sound doctrine, guard against false teachings, and cultivate relevance without compromising biblical truth. The episode highlights the role of self-control, a virtue Paul urges Titus to instill across all demographics within the church, from older men and women to the younger generation.We discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for young men in the church, encouraging them to embody self-control, integrity, and sound teaching. Paul's instructions to Titus serve as a blueprint for young men to become enduring examples of good works and teaching that align with the words of Christ.Join us as we explore how teaching sound doctrine and encouraging self-control can empower believers to lead impactful lives, contributing positively to the church and society while keeping an eternal perspective.

2024-10-13 Being Christian in Unjust Circumstances

2024-10-13 Being Christian in Unjust Circumstancesby Pastor Chris Berg
Scripture Reference: Titus 2:9-109 Bondservants are to be submissive to their own masters in everything; they are to be well-pleasing, not argumentative, 10 not pilfering, but showing all good faith, so that in everything they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior.
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the complexities of identifying and defining a Bible church, specifically focusing on the philosophy of Bible exposition. The discussion highlights the importance of teaching scripture in its original context to truly understand the intent of the author, and how this approach can sometimes challenge us to address uncomfortable topics.
The episode explores the teachings of Paul to the churches in Crete, particularly his instructions to Christian slaves on how to live godly lives in an unjust world. With historical insights into the prevalence of slavery in the Roman Empire and its relevance today, we reflect on how Christians should conduct themselves when facing unfair treatment.
Listeners are encouraged to consider how to behave in unjust situations, emphasizing submission, pleasing authority, and maintaining trustworthiness without resorting to arguments or pilfering. The episode concludes with a reminder of the higher purpose Christians are called to, adorning the doctrine of God through their actions and focusing on pleasing the ultimate authority, the Lord.

2024-09-29 Why Get Baptized?

2024-09-29 Why Get Baptized?by Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Matthew 28:19-2019 Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20 Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.

2024-09-22 Teach The Younger

2024-09-22 Teach The Youngerby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Titus 2:3-63 Similarly, teach the older women to live in a way that honors God. They must not slander others or be heavy drinkers. Instead, they should teach others what is good. 4 These older women must train the younger women to love their husbands and their children, 5 to live wisely and be pure, to work in their homes, to do good, and to be submissive to their husbands. Then they will not bring shame on the word of God. 6 In the same way, encourage the young men to live wisely.

2024-09-15 Six Traits of Maturity

2024-09-15 Six Traits of Maturityby Pastor Chris BergScripture Reference: Titus 2:1-21 But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. 2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness.