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Welcome to Marvin Church! This channel broadcasts sermons from our weekly traditional and contemporary gatherings. Marvin United Methodist is in downtown Tyler, Texas. Marvin Church exists to grow disciples to share the love and hope of Christ. marvinumc.com
Sermon text: Mark 10:17-27The goodness in my life that I have is because of the goodness, the mercy, and the grace of God.
Sermon text: John 7:37-39The church is the witness of the living waters of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Sermon text: Mark 6:30-34In the middle of ministry, from one very busy frantic activity moment to when he gets off on the shore, and the people are already gathered again to teach, Jesus says, "Hey guys, let's take a break, let's just pause for a moment, and let's stop and catch our breath."
Sermon text: Matthew 11:28-30It's always this control issue between our ego. Are we "Edging God Out" or "Exalting God Only"?
Sermon text: John 1:43-51The words "follow me" mean more than a transaction. It's not just about what Jesus has done for you, but what Jesus has done, is doing, and will do for you as he intercedes for us before the Father.
Sermon text: John 1:35-42But maybe he's thinking, "Where will I stay? I will be staying in your heart."
Sermon text: Mark 10:35-45If you're going to follow Jesus, it's going to be about service.
Sermon text: Matthew 14:25-33He wants you to serve for greater Kingdom purposes, not to be comfortable and be like everyone else.
Sermon text: Galatians 3:26-28How does the church win? The church wins when faith grows, when people are saved, when we encourage one another, and when we make disciples of all nations.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:17If you cannot grasp this 10th Commandment, you're bound to actively participate in those previous nine. Think of coveting like a crack in the foundation of a house, it's not visible at first but over time it compromises the structure itself. Eventually, the whole house begins to lean because of what is hidden below.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:16Don't ever lie to God. We must be honest with ourselves, but most importantly be honest to God. When you violate that which is held to be true in your mind or heart, there is an unsettling of the heart that comes upon you.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:15It comes down to a matter of integrity. Will you be honest with the core values that you hold, to the Biblical worldview and the teachings that you hold as a Christian?
Sermon text: Exodus 20:14The real hunger in our hearts is intimacy. What we are hungering for, what everyone really want, is intimacy. You can't have intimacy unless you have a deep and lasting commitment.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:13We are valuable because we are soul bearers. We are valuable because we are made in God's likeness. We have the image of God in us.
Sermon text: Acts 2:1-13The Holy Spirit is a gift from God. How do you honor the gift giver? You use up that gift.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:8-11And He says what? It is good, this is good! Instead of mulling over in His mind what work must be done the next day or begin to tackle the problems of the next day, God takes time to stop in that rhythm and reflect.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:7When we pray, we are speaking directly to God. When we pray we are using His name to address Him but are we doing so with proper reverence and respect? Are we approaching Him with humility and awe, recognizing His majesty and His holiness? Are we treating prayer like a casual conversation?
Sermon text: Exodus 20:4-6Seeing God as a means of getting what we want, that is idolatry. Remember the Scripture, "I, the Lord your God am a jealous God.
Sermon text: Exodus 20:12There are certain things that God did not give to us that we thought we wanted and in retrospect, we often said, "Amen! Thank you God for your wisdom. You knew better than me. I was confused about thinking that I needed that."
Sermon text: Exodus 20:1-3Be an intentional follower of Jesus Christ. Start and end your day with God. Be self-aware of your thoughts and question whether your thoughts are pleasing to God.
Sermon text: Matthew 28:1-10On Easter Sunday, Dr. Doug Baker encourages the congregation to embrace new life in Christ, giving up sin and despair for joy and purpose. What areas of my life still reflect the hold of "death"—sin, fear, or despair?
Sermon text: Matthew 21:1-11Dr. Doug Baker recounts Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Though the crowd's loyalty was fleeting, Jesus chose to remain faithful to God's mission. As you willing to choose faithfulness to God, even when it's unpopular?
Sermon text: Matthew 4:13-21In this sermon, Dr. Doug Baker encourages the congregation to trust in God's sufficiency and to live generously. Scarcity often drives our anxiety, greed and lack of trust, but we must instead embrace God's abundant provision.
Sermon text: John 12:20-33What does it mean to give up our lives? Rev. Brandy Stevens shares on Jesus' illustration about the kernal of wheat. Death produces life. The promise of fruitful life is found through surrender.
Sermon text: Luke 10:38-42What distractions are keeping me from sitting at the feet of Jesus? In this message from Dr. Doug Baker, discover how to let go of distraction, live more intentionally and seek God's presence daily.
Sermon text: John 4:4-26Dr. Doug Baker reflects on Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman. When Jesus interacted with her, he rejected judgement and embraced humility. We are called to follow his example, see others through the lens of Christ, and overcome superiority and prejudice.
Sermon text: Matthew 16:21-28We often misunderstand God's mission. When life doesn't go as we planned, we can struggle with unmet expectations. Dr. Doug Baker reflects on Peter's misunderstanding of Jesus'mission in Matthew 16:21-28 and encourages us to trust God's understanding.
Sermon text: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21What areas of our lives have we neglected relationship with God? We begin Lent by giving up spiritual indifference. Rev. Brandy Stevens addresses the danger of indifference in our faith and life, and encourages us to pursue a renewed passion for the Lord during Lent.
Sermon text: Matthew 17:1-9Jesus is much more than a great teacher or spiritual coach. Jesus is the Son of God. On this Transfiguration Sunday, Dr. Doug Baker speaks to the incredible gift we have in a Savior who came down from the mountain to be with his people.
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Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 21:1-11
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Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Acts 4: 32-35
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Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 18: 15-17
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Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Exodus 15:11
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 28: 18-20
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 10: 38-42
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: 1 John 3:16-19
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: 1 Peter 1: 13-16
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: 1 Peter 1: 13-16
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 9: 35-38
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Mark 1: 35-39
Guest speaker Tami Bell speaks to Core Worship! Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Psalm 23
God has given us his best gift in the Holy Spirit. As Jesus’ followers remained in Jerusalem in obedience to waiting for the promised gift, God showed his revelatory “calling cards” of wind, fire, and communication and the Spirit was given to the newly created church. With the challenges of life today and the three enemies of the soul: the world, the flesh, and the devil, our response should be: “Come, Holy Spirit!” The Spirit comes and helps us in many ways. Acts 2: 1-13
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Acts 2: 1-8
The greatest example of incarnational ministry is God becoming human in Christ and serving humanity through his life, death, resurrection, and ascension. One day, our King shall return to earth and separate those who believe and follow Christ’s ways from those who live a selfish life. How can we keep a “serving” posture helping the hungry, stranger, sick and imprisoned? Missionary Frank Laubach developed the CIHU prayer. It stands for “Can I help you?” He started everyday by asking God, “Can I help you (reach someone today?)” He then went out and watched how God answered the prayer as he loved and served others. When we do things for the least of these, we do it to Christ. Sermon text: Matthew 25:31
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Deuteronomy 5:16, John 19:26-27
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Genesis 33: 1-11
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Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Ephesians 2: 1-2, 21, 32
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Daniel 3:14-18
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Genesis 1:31 - 2:3; 2:18-22
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 10:38-42
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 20:26-31
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Ephesians 3:14-17
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 20: 19-25
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 20: 19-21
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 12: 12-19
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4: 1-4
Firefighters are required to put on full Bunker Gear (protective boots, fire retardant pants and jacket, a hood and helmet, a protective mask, a self-contained breathing apparatus, and gloves) when entering a structure in response to a fire alarm, even when no smoke or fire is visible. 90% of all calls are false alarms, but 10% of the time, there is a fire inside that has poisonous gases, fire, and explosion capabilities that can bring harm to first responders. In every response, full Bunker Gear it to be worn. For the Christian, there is often no warning when a crisis might occur in life. That is why we are to “put on the full armor of God”: the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, feet fitted for readiness that comes from the gospel, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. If a believer is not spending time in the Scripture and does not have an active prayer life, it is like setting aside the sword of the Spirit and picking up a pocketknife to defend oneself against the devil. Now is the time to be strong in the Lord and put on the full armor of God. Sermon text: Ephesians 6: 10-18
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Ephesians 6: 10-18
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4: 1-13
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4: 1-13
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4: 3, 7, 9
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4:1-13
Jesus begins his ministry by being led by the Spirit into the wilderness for forty days and forty nights. He enters a harsh environment, depriving himself of food but filling himself with God so that he can prepare himself for ministry. Because he has just been baptized and heard the voice of the Lord declare “This is my Son, whom I love,” is identity is secure. Ignatius of Loyola spoke of having a “holy indifference” – letting go of what doesn’t help you love God or others and staying committed to things that help you love God. Jesus models this for us. His wilderness time prepared him to face down the temptation of the devil. It should be no surprise that the Enemy’s first tactic is to question Jesus’ identity: “If you are the Son of God, then…” Our identity is in Christ. Getting this right helps us to fulfill our purpose. Matthew 4:1-2
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4:1
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 4:1-14
The wilderness is the environment in which our call matters because that’s where our faith matures. Sermon text: Luke 4: 1-14
Guest Speaker Dr. Todd D. Still from Truett Seminary
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 17: 1-8
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 15: 1-11
It was Lloyd Ogilvie who stated his mission statement as: “Help people to find a life worth giving away.” The vision, however, comes form God who not only created us with bodies that are “fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139), but has re-created us in Jesus Christ to do good works as we live into being God’s masterpiece. Though we may not think of ourselves this way, it’s time to embrace the new narrative that God has for all you are reborn in Christ. Commit to being the best person you can become and witness boldly as you live your life for Jesus. Ephesians 2:4-10
Jesus effects the way we view and do life—that’s simplicity. Sermon text: 1 Peter 2:9-10
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Galatians 6: 7-10
Jesus invites us to pattern our way of living after his way of being so that we might experience more of God. Sermon text: Deuteronomy 6: 4-9
Sabbath is God’s gift to us where he is inviting us into a regular rhythm of rest, and it is wildly countercultural. Sermon text: Exodus 20: 8-11
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Romans 7: 14-25
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 6: 16-18
Human souls have an Achilles’ heel: We have an astonishing capacity to handle adversity, calamity, and duress – and then one day our soul simply says. “I’m done. I don’t want to do this anymore.” In a culture that has become soft and at the same time has increasing complexities and challenges, it is time to pray for a greater strength. In this message, we learn of Daniel’s commitment to remain faithful to God while in captivity in Babylon where he is immersed in a pagan culture of literature, religion, and idol worship. He experiences the deliverance of God from the lion’s den and is strengthened by a visiting angel so that he can fulfill his ministry of prophesy to God’s people. Lessons to be learned: spiritual practices lay the groundwork for strength; expect enemy interference; don’t quit on God; receive the touch of God to be strengthened. Sermon text: Daniel 10: 10-19
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 10: 1-12
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Jeremiah 2:11-13
We are sent to be the faithful presence of love in all the places that we go, and love has a name—Jesus. So, let’s take our cues from him. Sermon text: Luke 9: 1-6
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Thank you for joining us today! We are so happy to continue to provide you with sermons to worship to during this season of Advent! Sermon text: Luke 1:18-24
There is a humility about Mary; she is hungry for more of God, and smart enough to say yes to him.
Joseph is often the overlooked character of the Christmas Story. His contributions, though sometimes not celebrated or sung about, are significant to the beginning of God’s salvation story. Joseph is obedient, compassionate, courageous, and self-disciplined. After examining these attributes in further detail, listeners will be challenged to explore how they can emulate these attributes during the Advent season. Can we do more of what we already know this season? Who is God calling you to share compassion with right now? Is there a life circumstance that demands courage of you? Where do you need to make decisions against yourself, your comfort, your wishes so that God’s greater purposes can be accomplished? Sermon text: Matthew 1:18-25
Joseph is often the overlooked character of the Christmas Story. His contributions, though sometimes not celebrated or sung about, are significant to the beginning of God’s salvation story. Joseph is obedient, compassionate, courageous, and self-disciplined. After examining these attributes in further detail, listeners will be challenged to explore how they can emulate these attributes during the Advent season. Can we do more of what we already know this season? Who is God calling you to share compassion with right now? Is there a life circumstance that demands courage of you? Where do you need to make decisions against yourself, your comfort, your wishes so that God’s greater purposes can be accomplished? Sermon text: Matthew 1:18-25
The Bible is very blunt with the genealogy of Jesus. It doesn’t gloss over the scandalous people. Jesus’ genealogy, this first Christmas tree, is here to prepare us for the unexpected way God works, and to show us what God can do with our lives— no matter who we are, where we are or what we have done. Sermon text: Matthew 1:1-17.
Enjoy this week's sermon from our traditional worship service, preached by Rev. Brandy Stevens! Sermon text: Matthew 1:1-17
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 1:39-66
To “binge” means to engage excessively in an activity such as eating, drinking, drug use, or in today’s world, watch extended hours of your favorite streamed television show. During this Thanksgiving week, let’s “binge” on thanksgiving to God and others. After a “breath prayer” exercise for Thanksgiving week, the message explains the practical value of gratitude: bringing people back to the present and thanking God for many wonderful things, including the amazingly created world, the human body, and the spiritual life. As God has created an amazing sustainable ecosystem, the work of God through Christ, also gives us renewable spiritual world. Some obstacles to gratitude are mentioned along with some fresh ideas to “jumpstart” one’s Thanksgiving binge. Sermon text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Colossians 1:15-20
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 23:33-43.
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Thank you for joining us for this week's Sanctuary service at Marvin Church! Sermon text: Luke 6:46-49
In such moments there is a reality to embrace the truth of our baptism, that we’ve been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked as Christ’s own – FOREVER. Sermon text: John 11:32-34
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 9:14-17.
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Numbers 13:27-33.
Behind the great movements of God (Jesus and His earthly ministry, Paul and his missionary journeys, and William Tyndale’s translating of the Bible into English) there have been financial supporters or patrons who quietly supported those doing the work. What do all of these individuals have in common? They like storing up for themselves treasures in heaven. When we invest in God’s Kingdom, we are often investing in the “long-game” rather than seeking short-term satisfaction. We are also investing in the spiritual lives of people. This sermon accompanied Marvin’s annual stewardship campaign. Sermon text: Matthew 6:19-21.
It is possible to accumulate treasure that is imperishable, incorruptible and will never fade away. Sermon text: Matthew 6:19-21.
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 16:10-13
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Luke 16:10-13
Enjoy this week's episode of Marvin Worship from the sanctuary! Sermon text: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
God is generous, but more than experiencing God’s generosity He has invited us to participate in it. Sermon text: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
Jesus addresses those who have pursued him following the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000. Jesus encourages them to work just as hard for the bread of God that satisfies and gives life to the world as they have worked to track him down. He then states that He is the Bread of Life. Holy Communion is the church’s way to celebrate that Jesus nourishes our souls. Communion reminds us that Jesus is our Passover Lamb; He is the way of the New Covenant; and He is the Bride Groom for the world-wide Church. Sermon text: John 6:32-40
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 6:53-58
Christian Baptism is a symbolic act done to acknowledge the forgiveness given through Christ as a person repents, confesses sin, and is forgiven. It initiates persons into a covenant community called the Church- those circumcised of the heart by the Holy Spirit. With Christian Baptism we acknowledge the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives and are known as God’s children. Sermon text: Hebrews 10:19-25
This week we continue our series on worship with a sermon on baptism: Baptism marks the beginning of a new life in Christ and is an affirmation of his life being lived in us. Sermon text: 2 Corinthians 1:21-22.
This week we continue our series on worship as we consider what it means to be God's counter-cultural people—hearts fully devoted to God, a single-eye fixed and focused on Him, as we give Him our allegiance. Sermon text: Matthew 6:19-24
This week we continue our series on worship as we consider what it means to be God's counter-cultural people—hearts fully devoted to God, a single-eye fixed and focused on Him, as we give Him our allegiance. Sermon text: Matthew 6:19-24
This week, we continue our series on worship, giving consideration to life in the Spirit. We are a people born of the Spirit, whose lives are marked by the Spirit and for whom worship is life in the Spirit. Sermon text: Romans 8:14-17.
It was Jesus who told the woman at the well in Samaria that “God is spirit, and His worshipers mut worship in Spirit and in truth.” The greatest attribute of a person is that they have a soul. They are a spiritual person having a human experience. The Holy Spirit has been given to us in the Church to help us to worship God and understand truth. The Spirit brings us into relationship with God; changes our heart motivation; gives testimony to who we are in Christ; and gives us the long-journey understanding of worshiping even when we might be going through suffering or persecution. Worship! Sermon text: Romans 8:14-17.
This week we look at how we run the race that is the Christian life. Hebrews helps us to understand that we are not alone in this race. We have such a great cloud of witnesses that surround us and we have Jesus Christ Himself who has gone before us and set the pace so that we can run the race out of a posture of worship. Sermon text: Hebrews 12:1-2
A new sermon series begins helping the Marvin Family to gain a deeper theological understanding and appreciation for worship. God has created us for the purpose of worship. In the words of A.W. Tozer, “We are born and reborn from above to worship. We are created and re-created to worship.” Worship is like running a life-long race where we are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, asked to throw-off the things that hinder and the sin that entangles us, run with perseverance, and fix our eyes upon Jesus. In the words of missionary Frank Laubach, “Open your soul and entertain the glory of God and after a while the glory will be reflected in the world around you.”Sermon text: Hebrews 12:1-2
What are we to do when we experience conflict in the church or in personal relationships? Of course, we should seek to brainstorm and discern the best way forward together, but what are we to do if both parties are determined to go a different direction? In Acts 15, we see that the early church made adjustments to make room for the Gentiles, but when Paul and Barnabas could not come to a mutual agreement over taking John Mark on the second missionary journey, they parted ways. The results: There were now two mission teams instead of one; Paul elevates Silas to missionary partner and goes to places he had not been before; John Mark and Barnabas serve together and John Mark eventually writes the first Gospel. In the end, when Paul is imprisoned in Rome, he asks for John Mark to visit him. In short, the work of the Lord goes on! Sermon text: Acts 15:36-41
In this stand-alone sermon guest preacher JD Walt preached on sowing the seed of God’s Word. Practically speaking, this is how we do it: Read it (Hear it). Ruminate it (Meditate). “Rememberize” it (Slow loading the long-term memory). Research it (Study). Rehearse (Practice). Sermon text: Matthew 13:1-9
Guest Speaker John David Walt
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Colossians 3:1-11
The Church is the people of God, marked by the power of God, whose witness is validated by the activity of God (miracles, wonders and signs), substantiating the movement of God. Sermon text: Acts 2:42-47.
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Philippians 4:8-9
Why is it hard for the rich to inherit the kingdom of God? It’s not hard; it’s just very revealing. How we steward over our money reflects how we steward over
the Gospel.
Jesus’ freely given gift of forgiveness, redemption, and transformation is truly lasting through the ages and into eternity. He is inviting us to be seated with Him in final victory over sin and death at His heavenly banquet.
Sermon Text: Mark 14:17-25
When we believe in God but remain ashamed and paralyzed of our sin and brokenness, we miss the freedom offered through the person and work of Jesus. Sermon text: Psalm 51:1-6
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Jeremiah 23:1-6
Knowing Jesus means living within the requirements of obedience, recognizing that obedience is the fruit of intimacy with God as we experience the reality of His kingdom. Sermon text: Matthew 7:21-23
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 7:37-39.
Parents, you are your child’s greatest spiritual influence, but Church, we are all given the task of stewarding over the children entrusted to our care, positioning them in the faith to follow Christ and thrive in the fullness of life. Sermon text: 1 Samuel 1:21-28
The creation stories of Genesis speak of human beings being made in the image of God, in God’s likeness. What is referred to as the Imago Dei is most often understood as having the following characteristics of God: being spiritual beings, having a rational mind that can think, solve problems and be creative, and thirdly, to be moral beings. As the church goes through a time of discernment regarding its beliefs on human sexuality, this message challenges the Marvin community to apply their Imago Dei characteristics. Sermon text: Genesis 1:26-31
In life we are going to experience various situations that bring about difficulties and struggles of all sizes. Who are we relying on to defeat the Goliath in our life? Who are we counting on to carry our burdens?
Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 17:45-47
Dr. Baker returns from his sabbatical this week to bring us an amazing and powerful message! Sermon text: Romans 8:35-39
We are so happy to welcome Rev. Brandy Stevens to Marvin UMC! This past Sunday, she preached her first sermon in the sanctuary. Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Matthew 4:18-22.
There is a mystery surrounding who God is and how he works. God provides. God speaks. He listens and he responds. We react—God responds. Sermon text: Jonah 4:1-4
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Acts 9:1-11, 17-20
God is calling us to proclaim his message (repentance) and reflect his heart (revival). Sermon text: | Jonah 3:1-5.
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text:
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: John 16:12-15.
God’s Mercy Demands a Response: God’s call demands a response; a part of that response is doing the hard work, the soul work, from the very rock-bottom place we find ourselves in. God’s mercy allowed Jonah to do just that. Sermon text: Jonah 2:1, 10.
Thank you so much for choosing to worship with us through this weekly podcast! We pray that this message would bless you, inspire you, and challenge you this week! Sermon text: Matthew 6:31-33
God’s heart is to reconcile all people to himself, and he invites his people into that work. Sermon text: Jonah 1:1-3a.
John Wayne McMann preaches for the final time at Marvin on this Pentecost Sunday. Pentecost was an inflection point in the life of God’s people that changed everything in the world. Marvin Church is also at a crossroads of inflection and these days will determine a new future for the church here in Tyler. Pentecost can teach us a lot of who we are called to be as God’s people. Sermon text: Acts 2:42-47
Thank you so much for choosing to worship with us through this weekly podcast! We pray that this message would bless you, inspire you, and challenge you this week! Sermon text: Colossians 4:2-9
The final remarks from Paul to the church in Colossae are intentional and very practical. Here he challenges with devoted prayer and intentionally living in the world that is around them. Of course, these are appropriate challenges for us still today. Sermon text: Colossians 4:2-9
Thank you for listening to our series on Colossians! We upload new episodes weekly from both our Core and Sanctuary services! Sermon text: Colossians 3:12-17.
This week we dig deeper into behold and become—put on all these virtues and let all of these things be happening in you. Sermon text: Colossians 3:12-17.
A life in Christ is all about positioning ourselves for transformation. “Set your hearts and minds on Christ;” we become what we behold. Sermon text: Colossians 3:1-4.
We have talked about the high view of Jesus, the truth that Christ lives inside each follower, and Christ’s life and power in the community of the Church. Now, Paul turns to what it means to have the life of Christ and how we are to live. Sermon text: Colossians 3:1-10.
Thank you so much for your support, both in attendance of our services and livestreams, and in your listening to this podcast! Sermon text: Colossians 2:1-3.
Christ in Us—holy dying and holy living are shaped and formed by holy love. Come, Holy Spirit! Sermon text: Colossians 2:1-3.
The whole of the gospel is Jesus’s death and resurrection. And because of his ascension his presence and power is available to us, it dwells within us—Christians are marked by his presence! Our hope is that one day we’ll experience Christ fully, face to face even—our hope is that one day we will not need hope anymore. Until then, Jesus is our hope in glory. Sermon text: Colossians 1:24-27
Paul emphasizes that our faith is the faith that has been revealed to us by God and passed down by those that went before us. While faith has individual implications for each person, it is not recreated and built into something that is different than what the followers of Jesus believed. To know Christ is to pursue the mystery of Christ with the Church. Sermon text: Colossians 1:24-29.
We live in a world that is often trying to convince us that we need more: more information, more experiences, more training to truly be happy and fulfilled. The Apostle Paul, combating the heretical teaching of Gnosticism of the first century, reminds the church that with Jesus, they have all that they need. In Jesus, the fullness of God dwells. Jesus is head of the church, the leader of the resurrection people. Through Christ’s death and resurrection, the world and the universe has been reconciled to God. Sermon text: 1 Colossians 1:15-20
The book of Colossians is written to address a specific problem in a community thousands of years ago but it still speaks to us today addressing our insufficient views of Jesus. The first chapter raises our eyes to see the one who holds all things together and restores all of creation. Sermon text: Colossians 1:15-20.
Happy Easter! Please enjoy our Sanctuary service from this last Sunday, Easter Sunday! Sermon text: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22
This Easter, take a moment to remember what exactly Christ's amazing sacrifice did for us. Sermon text: John 11:25-26, 38-44
Pastor John Wayne McMann talks with Marc Donaldson about the upcoming Lead Pastor transition.
Most everyone has been to a wedding celebration. Some of the common elements of the celebration include: the gathering of loved ones and friends, the wearing of new clothes by the bride, wedding party, and family, and the joyous supper or reception. In John’s revelation regarding the coming of Christ, many of the wedding customs of the Biblical times are referenced. Along with the “Alleluias” lifted up, Christ’s Bride, the Church stands ready, adorned in her righteous acts, to greet God’s Lamb. Sermon text: Revelation 19:6-9
Jesus is coming back. Until then we live our lives waiting and making preparations: doing good, sharing Jesus (using words) and living lives marked by a sense of urgency. Sermon text: Revelation 19:6-9.
So many times in our life we pursue imitations for what our hearts truly desire. It can be difficult work to survey all the things our hearts are attached to. However, at the other end of that work is the good work of re-surrender to Jesus, the bread of life. Sermon text: John 6:25-35
So many times in our life we pursue imitations for what our hearts truly desire. It can be difficult work to survey all the things our hearts are attached to. However, at the other end of that work is the good work of re-surrender to Jesus, the bread of life. Sermon text: John 6:25-35.
Mercy is misunderstood. It was in the gospel narratives and it is today. Jesus’ ministry did not meet anyone’s expectations because they were surprised to see him with the poor and destitute. Our calling is to the same surprising place to be an extension of mercy. But the catch is…mercy is also a gift from God. Sermon text: Luke 7:31-35
Mercy is misunderstood. It was in the gospel narratives and it is today. Jesus’ ministry did not meet anyone’s expectations because they were surprised to see him with the poor and destitute. Our calling is to the same surprising place to be an extension of mercy. But the catch is…mercy is also a gift from God. Sermon text: Luke 7:31-35
From His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus challenged us to “be perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect.” Just as our hunger for food and nourishment is both a constant and recurring need, so should be our hunger to be holy as we strive to be more like Jesus. Sermon text: Matthew 5:46-48
Jesus challenges us to be perfect. How can that be? We consider this week if this is an achievable task or is it idealism suited for motivation. John Wesley believe holiness and perfection was something we should pray for and was possible in God’s grace. Sermon text: Matthew 5:43-48
Many Christians talk about wanting to do God’s will for their lives. If you are truly hungering to do the will of God, then you will follow the example of Christ to share spiritual conversations with others, be respectful and patient in the dialogue, and invite them to join you in following Jesus. Jesus invites his followers to finish the work that he has started. Sermon text: John 4:27-37
Jesus says that His food is to do the will of the one who sent him. This is something we can grasp since Jesus is the son of God sent into the world. But what about us? How do we know the will of God? How do we strive to be obedient to his leading? The will of God is often times reduced to all our decisions of vocation and purpose, but maybe we need a bigger perspective of God’s will! Sermon text: John 4:27-38
Jesus, like the Old Testament heroes of faith, Moses and Elijah practiced solitude coupled with fasting to prepare for His ministry. When Jesus was tested by the Devil in the wilderness, He quoted Scripture in His rebuke. John Mogabgab states: “God has chosen to be bound to the words of Scripture; in and through them, the Holy One comes near.” Sermon text: Matthew 4:11
We begin a new Lenten series this week as we consider the objects of our heart’s desire. This week focuses on Jesus and the temptation in the wilderness to begin His ministry. Jesus does not settle for personal reprieve over his mission to the world. Instead, Jesus hungers for God’s Word in the world and shows us the response under sinful temptation to “take care of yourself.” Sermon text: Matthew 4:1-11
Our lead pastor for Core, John Wayne McMann, is being reappointed. While we are sad to see him go, we know that God's plans for Marvin Church and John Wayne are much bigger than we can imagine!
Claire Cloninger writes: “The spiritual can infuse the tangible, creating holy moments at any time.” I experienced three holy moments (spiritual conversations) within a thirty minute window at an assisted living facility. God gave me a gift reminding me of His presence and that I had ministry appointments to fulfill. Jesus’ experience of transfiguration upon the mountain, not only encouraged him, but motivated him to fulfill his calling to lay down his life for the salvation of the world. Sermon text: Luke 9:28-36
As we conclude our Canceled sermon series we discuss what it looks like to move past our brokenness and failures. Paul is one of the best biblical examples because he does not ignore his past but sees the journey as one of the biggest indicators of the power of God in his life. His past does not disqualify, but actually points to what is possible in God. Maybe it is the same for us and that truth filters how we might engage with a world hungry to cancel. Sermon text: 1 Timothy:14-16
The Bible calls the follower of Christ to have faith and to trust in God. An additional spiritual exercise is the “attentive” life that allows us to look back in reflection over past events and see the hand of God working. A medical colloquialism is the “retrospectoscope” that allows doctors to make diagnoses in hindsight. Studying Joseph’s life-story we see that what his brothers intended for harm, brought about deliverance for God’s people. God is always working things together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. Sermon text: Genesis 45:1-11.
As we continue our series discussing “cancel culture” we now turn to failure. Scripture is full of failure and it is ironic that we try to cover up all of ours. The story of Peter is an intriguing one especially when we consider the failure of Judas that is presented next to Peter in the gospels. Both failed, both overcome with guilt and shame, only one could embrace the forgiveness of Jesus. Sermon text: John 21:15-19.
Are you trusting God or are you putting more confidence in human reason? The people of Judah had hedged their faith by trusting God and other gods and political alliances. Jeremiah describes the difference between trusting in God and trusting in ourselves. Sermon text: Jeremiah 17:5-10.
Cancel culture can be a lot of things. At it’s best it can be a movement of activism to boycott someone or something that has caused harm… at it’s worst it can be a sport of defamation and attempt at social control for the sake of notoriety, a platform, or just more likes on Twitter. What is the Christian’s responsibility in this new social ethos? First we need to understand accountability; accountability for ourselves, but also what is productive for others. Sermon text: 2 Samuel 12:1-13.
The Romans of Jesus’ time on earth had an expression: “There is nothing more useful than sun and salt.” How appropriate then that Jesus would refer to His disciples as the “salt of the earth and the light of the world.” In this message, listeners will learn of the importance of salt’s purity and its use for preservation. Jesus calls his followers to preserve the world from the decay of sin and be a reflection of His true light that others may see our good works and glorify our Father in Heaven. Sermon text: Matthew 5:13-16
Paul writing to the church in Corinth says that the people there are an aroma of life, recommendation letters that tell the work of Jesus in the world. We are called to be the presence of Christ in the world and that requires that our lives are submitted to Jesus, that we are present in other’s life, and we are ready to live out His story in the world. Sermon text: 2 Corinthians 2:14-3:6
What happens when Jesus is teaching to thousands and is interrupted by a man requesting his arbitration of an inheritance dispute? You get some great teaching about the disappointment of accumulating earthly possessions and the value of being rich towards God. Store up for yourselves treasure in heaven. Sermon text: Luke 12:32-34
This week we conclude our series on Jesus together with a testimony from a family that have been through suffering and hardship but also healing and redemption. Community was integral to this journey. Following Jesus in this life requires community.
If someone was asked to describe you, would they say that you are a loving person? What does it mean to love others? What did Jesus mean when he commands his followers to “love one another as I have loved you?” This message explores the “one another's” in the Bible and celebrates a Savior who gave us an example to follow. Sermon text: John 13:34-35
Our series now turns to the historic Methodist movement to look at a small group called the class meeting that helped members focus on following the way of Jesus. This gathering was all about a single focus of growing in holiness together and it shaped the movement that is responsible for us being here today. The class meeting is a Methodist concept, but it is a biblical principle and one that we should consider again for a pursuit of the way of Jesus in our life. Sermon text: Matthew 16:13-19
Like the disciples of long ago, Jesus extends to us the invitation to follow him. Whether you are exploring Christ, growing in Christ, close to Christ, or Christ-centered, the invitation remains the same: “Follow me.” Even though you have been following Christ for years, the place for you is obediently behind the Savior and across what Craig Groeschel calls “third line faith.” Sermon text: Matthew 16:21-27
Following Jesus is more about being an apprentice; being with the teacher, becoming like the teacher, and doing what the teacher does in the world. This was probably more practical when Jesus was standing in front of his disciples, so how do we live this out today? Paul says in Ephesians that community is the critical piece to becoming like Jesus. Ephesians 4 gives us a beautiful picture of the community that lives out truth together as they grow into maturity of Christ. Sermon text: Ephesians 4:1-16
At a time when the commitment to worship is waning in America, this fresh look at the Hebrew practices of Temple entrance and worship practices of the early church offers much reflection to five practices which make our worship glorious.
Sermon Text: Psalm 95:1-7
We begin a new series about what it means to follow Jesus and to do that in community. What if we have gotten the premise all wrong on what it means to follow Jesus? In the gospels Jesus calls people to come and be his disciple, or student, and that has deeper implications than what we usually give credit. Our calling is to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did in the world. Simple but demanding. Sermon text: Mark 1:16-20; 2:13-14; 3:13-19; 8:34-37
Can you image the uncertainty Mary must have had around raising the Son of God? This sermon reflects on the life of Mary throughout the course of Jesus’s life, from the cradle to the grave and then some. Sermon text: Luke 2:19
Perhaps the most peculiar characters in the birth narratives of Jesus are the Magi. These people probably practiced some religion that would not be welcome in the church, spent a lot of time obsessing over the stars, and are the last people you would think that would take off to go see Jesus. And yet, they are the ones who worship him. What if the people that Jesus is going to reach look different than us and surprise us? Sermon text: Matthew 2:1-12
It is interesting that 3 out of 4 of the soils in the parable of Matthew 13 hear the word but do not produce fruit of life. These are hard statistics to fathom for the Christian but what if the remnant produces a harvest greater than we can imagine? The good soil challenges us to consider our positioning to receive life of the kingdom of God. Sermon text: Matthew 13:8; 23
We continue to prepare for the comings of Christ with this Advent series based on the Parable of the Sower. This sermon, Worry-Full, considers the thorny soil, which is marked by the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches. We safeguard against the thorns by surrendering to Christ. Sermon text: Matthew 13:3-9, 22
Spiritual Formation writer and speaker Richard Foster once said, “Superficiality is the curse of this age.” In the Parable of the Soils we learn that shallow soil and hearts filled with rocks can often cause short-lived joy because one’s faith can’t grow deep. In this message, listeners are challenged to work hard to remove rocks while following Jesus for the long haul. Sermon scripture: Matthew 13: 20-21
During advent we prepare for the coming Christ in the incarnation. In the coming weeks we will see this through the lens of the parable of the sower, a parable Jesus uses to teach of the coming Kingdom. In this message John Wayne explores the first soil that is rocky and unable to receive the seed before birds snatch it away. Sermon text: Matthew 3:18-19
We celebrate Christ the King Sunday by once again declaring that there is no worldly kingdom, no individual, no state, no nation, with ultimate authority. Jesus, the king, ascended to the throne through sacrifice and love and his kingdom brings these characteristics to our world, or at least it should. With so many competing narratives in our lives, the question remains, where is your ultimate allegiance? Sermon text: John 18:33-40
Hannah is an individual from scripture that gives us a window into faith in the midst of suffering. She is also someone who is surrounded by people that are largely oblivious to her pain, and yet she is faithful to God. Sermon text: 1 Samuel 1:1-20; 2:1-2
All Saints Day is a part of the Christian calendar calling us to remember those that have passed in our community in the past year and also the martyrs and saints of the historical Church. The saints help us to see what it looks like to run the race, to pursue Christ, and to offer ourselves to the world around us. In a difficult time in our world, the saints are vital to our us because the show us the way. Sermon text: Philippians 3:4-14
It is an odd thing to think that God has entrusted us with the continuation of His Kingdom, but that is exactly what has happened. Peter helps us to see how we can live out this calling even in hardship. Sermon text: 1 Peter 4:7-11
Through the prophet Malachi, God accuses the Israelites of robbing him of tithes and offerings, but what he is really getting at is what they are robbing from themselves and their witness to the world around them. This is the only place in the bible where God tells his people to test him and it is about testing his faithfulness if they will be obedient. It is through this lens we consider what generosity looks like in our context. Sermon text: Malachi 3:6-12
The next generation has been entrusted to us to share with them the Lord so that they will put their trust in God, not forget the Lord, and keep His commands. Sermon text: Psalm 78:1-8
God has entrusted us with much and how we live into it is important. Paul understood that as he challenged the church to “work out their salvation.” God’s love is at work in us and we have the opportunity to grow into this love. Sermon text: Philippians 2:12-16
We have talked about hospitality in the family of God and to the stranger, but God has his eyes set on something more radical—loving our enemy. Jesus says this is the fullness of love and commands it of his followers. This feels like a bar that is too high…is it? Sermon text: Matthew 5:43-48
In the book of Acts we see an example of hospitality to a stranger from Philip, one of the leaders of this new movement. Philip’s story with the Ethiopian eunuch invites us to consider how we are joining God is His mission in the world. Hospitality to the stranger requires that we believe in the hospitality of the cross of Christ and we believe in God’s work in the world. Sermon text: Acts 8:26-40
Hospitality is a way of life. It defines who we are as a people of God, who we are as a church. God has been so good to us and he invites us to do and be the same. God invites us to be responsive to the hospitality that he has shown us—what’s happened to us must be done by us. Sermon text: Luke 24:13-35
God is the greatest host of all. He has made room for everyone in His grace so that we are no longer strangers to Him or with other believers. In Christ, we are “brought near” by being citizens of heaven, fellow members of God’s family, and a holy temple where God dwells. Remember your true identity. Sermon text: Ephesians 2:19-22
Mary and Martha are good friends of Jesus and there is a story in the bible about the time they hosted him for dinner. One of them is running around the house being a host and the other is sitting at Jesus’ feet deep in conversation. This narrative invites us in to consider the impact of hurry and the ways it robs us from God, our loved ones and from ourselves. Sermon text: Luke 10:38-42
We live in a world filled with the constant dance between advertiser and consumer. In so many ways our lives are wrapped up in this dance and it steals opportunities to experience God. Jesus seemed to know this possibility has he talked about the damage money can do in our lives. It is clear that Jesus was not after poverty, but after our hearts…so why do we read him like he wanted the former? Sermon text: Matthew 6: 19-24
We are at an immediate disadvantage when we talk about Sabbath in our day. Surrounded by an endless work expectation and 24/7 onslaught from technology and advertisement eager for your consumption, taking a day off seems novel. What if the Sabbath was made for us so that we could be who we were created to be? That seems to be what God thinks of the Sabbath and maybe we are tired because we have ignored it. Sermon text: Mark 2:23-28
The first practice in our journey to eliminate hurry from our lives is a consistent practice of silence and solitude. Jesus practiced this in his own ministry as represented in the gospels. It did not matter how demanding things got or how busy he was, Jesus found time to retreat to the wilderness. And spoiler…the wilderness is not what you think! Sermon text: Mark 1:9-13
Our world is more efficient, more connected and more saturated with distractions than ever before. We are always in a hurry and are unaware of the impact it has on our faith and our lives. What if we are too busy for God? We begin a new series inspired by The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer. Sermon text: Matthew 11:25-30
The conclusion of our series and the creed ends with the resurrection of the body and the everlasting life. To profess belief in this is to anchor our ultimate hope in our eternal promise in Jesus. The resurrection is the promise that our life is with Jesus forever and eternal life is a future reality with present implications. Sermon text: 1 Corinthians 15:12-18
In the final lines of the Apostle’s Creed the focus turns to implications for the church and Christians. The forgiveness of sins is the outpouring of Grace bound in the creed. In many ways we have lost context for sin, but Christ came so that we can be truly human. This involves forgiveness and freedom. Sermon text: Romans 3:8-18
We have made it to the part of the Apostle’s Creed that turns from the trinity to the expression of God in the world. This week we consider the implications of the Church of Jesus Christ; both universal and local. Sermon text: Matthew 16:15-19
The Holy Spirit is the animating presence of God at work in the world. Scripture talks about the Spirit from the beginning of the Bible and not just after Pentecost, showing us an important framework and expectation for the purpose of the Spirit in the world. As Christians we believe in the indwelling of God’s Spirit in us and the work of the Spirit in the world. Sermon text: Acts 2:1-4; 14-21
The goal of God’s final judgment is not reward and punishment but victory over all that is godless. The judgment will mark “a new creation” - in essence a restoration of the purity and beauty of God’s original creation – free of sin and evil. Sermon text: Matthew 24 & 25
We believe that Jesus has died and risen from the dead but that was then, what is Jesus doing right now? The reign of Jesus as a result of the ascension is as fuzzy as bad Hollywood representations of Jesus floating away into the sky. The truth is the ascension is one of the most critical and central parts of our current reality as Christians. Sermon text: Luke 24:50-53
The creed takes a wide pass at the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The theological and doctrinal truths hold layers that the church has often struggled to represent in the full presentation of redemption for the world in Jesus. Jesus' death is more than forgiveness from sins and his resurrection is so much more than a ticket to heaven. Sermon text: Mark 15-16
Jesus is fully God and fully man—this is one of the great mysteries of our faith. How can we talk about such a mystery and why is it important for our faith? Sermon text: Luke 1:26-38
The first line of the Apostle’s Creed is “I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.” Found in these first few words is a symmetry of power and relationship. God is infinitely powerful and intimately personal all at the same time. This truth shapes how we experience God and the world around us. Sermon text: Genesis 1:1-2, Matthew 7:9-11
The Church has professed faith through statements of beliefs called creeds since the beginning. These creeds contain the contents of the Christian gospel of salvation in Jesus Christ. They tell of a God that has revealed himself and of the Church’s witness to the world. How can we know the God of the Apostle’s Creed and how can we trust in this God? Sermon text: 1 John 1:1-4