Pleasant View Sermons: Recent Episodes
Pleasant View Missionary Baptist Church
The weekly sermons for Pleasant View Missionary Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Now in handy podcast form!
In today's world, Christians are increasingly feeling the pressure to conform to a worldview that is incompatible with their beliefs. How are we to respond when faced with such situations?
In our new sermon series "The Prophet Daniel - Living Courageously In a Godless World," we're looking at the life and times of the prophet Daniel and learning how his courage and unwavering faith in God helped him and his friends through times of oppression.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines how the prophet Daniel refused to bow to pressure from the Babylonians when he was forced to violate his beliefs, and how Daniel's actions can serve as inspiration for Christians today.
Every day it seems that this world is growing increasingly hostile towards Christians and their beliefs. We can respond in one of two ways -- cower in fear or face this opposition with fearlessness and confidence.
In our new sermon series "The Prophet Daniel - Living Courageously In a Godless World," we're looking at the life and times of the prophet Daniel and learning how his courage and unwavering faith in God helped him and his friends through oppression.
In our first sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty gives an overview of the first six chapters of the book of Daniel, outlining the topics that will be covered in subsequent sermons and explaining what we can glean from these passages.
Many people incorrectly think that Jesus was an ordinary man, and that His story begins and ends with the accounts written within the four gospels. Jesus was no ordinary man, and He accomplished much more than you may realize.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about the many prophecies that can be found throughout the Bible regarding Jesus' birth, death, resurrection and ascension, and how through His life and beyond, Jesus fulfilled each and every one.
To many, Easter is just another day on the calendar. But it's so much more than that. It's the day we as Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.In this special Easter Sunday sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about the significance of Jesus' resurrection, what it means for Christians around the world, and why it really is a big deal.
Palm Sunday is the day in which Christians commemorate Christ's triumphal entry in to Jerusalem, prior to His death on the cross.
In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines this historical event, looking at the reasons for it's occurrence, the crowd's response, and what we as Christians can learn from it.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In the final sermon of this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the last fruit of the Spirit, self-control. He explains the importance of possessing self-control in your Christian walk, and provides ways in which you can cultivate it in your life.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines gentleness, the penultimate fruit of the spirit, and explains why possessing humility and thankfulness can be beneficial in the life of a Christian.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the may ways in which God demonstrates His faithfulness toward us, and how we as Christians can harness this knowledge to confidently march forward in our Christian walk.
Have you ever had the desire to dose off while someone was talking? One man in the Bible did, and it had potentially dire consequences.
As part of our observance of the Lord's Supper, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares the strange story of Eutychus at the midnight meal and what we can learn about the Lord's Supper from the events that followed.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares the biblical history of God's goodness, and explains how God has allowed all of mankind to experience and share in His goodness through Jesus Christ.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares what true kindness looks like in the life of a Christian, and how we can better develop genuine kindness in our lives.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty talks about patience, its purpose in the life of a Christian, and ways in which we can better develop patience.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the next fruit of the Spirit, peace, and how Christians can find and obtain true peace for themselves.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the second fruit of the Spirit, joy. He'll answer questions such as how joy can occur in the life of a Christian and provide ways in which you can experience the most joy in your life.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In this week's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty takes a deep dive into the first fruit of the spirit--love--and answers questions such as how and why we should love others.
It's a new year, and that means many of us are making resolutions that we ultimately fail to keep. In our new sermon series "Walking With The Spirit," we examine the 9 fruits of the Spirit listed in the Bible, and why renewing your walk with Christ can be the best and most successful resolution you make this year.
In the introductory sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty gives a brief overview of the fruits of the spirit and why they are significant in the life of a Christian.
Over the next few weeks as part of our new sermon series "Completely Christmas," we'll be looking at the many prophecies and events that lead up to one of the most impactful events in world history -- the birth of Jesus Christ.
In the final sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the true meaning of Christmas -- love -- and ways in which it was characterized through the birth and life of Jesus Christ.
Over the next few weeks as part of our new sermon series "Completely Christmas," we'll be looking at the many prophecies and events that lead up to one of the most impactful events in world history -- the birth of Jesus Christ.
In today's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty looks at the events of Christ's birth, along with the magnitude it carries for humanity today.
Over the next few weeks as part of our new sermon series "Completely Christmas," we'll be looking at the many prophecies and events that lead up to one of the most impactful events in world history -- the birth of Jesus Christ.
In today's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines several instances throughout the Bible where Christ's birth was foretold and how together these prophecies confirm the trustworthiness of the Bible.
For the entirety of the month of November, our sermon series, "What Christians Should Be Thankful For" highlights various aspects of a Christian's life that should be the focus of our gratitude.
In the final sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about God's provision and details the many ways in which God provides for those that place their trust in Him.
For the entirety of the month of November, our sermon series, "What Christians Should Be Thankful For" highlights various aspects of a Christian's life that should be the focus of our gratitude.
In the third sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty discusses the constant presence of God in the life of a Christian and why it can sometimes be hard for us to comprehend.
For the entirety of the month of November, our sermon series, "What Christians Should Be Thankful For" highlights various aspects of a Christian's life that should be the focus of our gratitude.
In the second sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty discusses the role and importance of sanctification from God in the life of a Christian.
For the entirety of the month of November, our sermon series, "What Christians Should Be Thankful For" highlights various aspects of a Christian's life that should be the focus of our gratitude.
In the first sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the importance of salvation in the life of a Christian, and why we should be grateful for this very important gift from God.
In our sermon series “Pleasant View’s Favorite Bible Verses,” we’re breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Bro. Gary Beehn's favorite verses, John 14:1-3, and learn about the peace (and future place in heaven) Jesus promised could be ours in a tumultuous world.
Would you consider yourself immune to influence from Satan? The devil knows our weaknesses, and he exploits them to his benefit, ultimately leading Christians (and churches as a whole) to divide, teach false doctrine and lose their influence.
In this sermon from Bro. Stephen Beatty, we examine the ways in which Christians can be influenced by Satan, and how to protect yourself from such spiritual attacks.
In our sermon series “Pleasant View’s Favorite Bible Verses,” we’re breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Sis. Blanca Beatty's favorite Bible verse, John 14:18, and learn about the role and necessity of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian.
In our sermon series "Pleasant View's Favorite Bible Verses," we're breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Sis. Charlene Bigley's favorite Bible verses—Psalm 121:7-8—and learn what they say about how God is willing to help those who seek out and place their trust in Him.
In our sermon series "Pleasant View's Favorite Bible Verses," we're breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Sis. Donna Beehn's favorite Bible verse, Romans 8:28. We examine how it should be interpreted, as well as the promise it holds for Christians today.
In our sermon series "Pleasant View's Favorite Bible Verses," we're breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Bro. Daniel Beehn's favorite verse—Joshua 1:9—and learn how God's message to Joshua can teach Christians today how to remain courageous in the face of adversity.
This week at Pleasant View, we observed the Lord's Supper. It's an important, reverent event within the church. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty explains what the Lord's Supper is all about and the deep meaning it has for Christians around the world.
In our sermon series "Pleasant View's Favorite Bible Verses," we're breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Bro. Stephen Beatty Sr.'s favorite verse—John 15:5—and look at what it teaches about our connection to Christ and why abiding in Him is crucial in this life.
In our sermon series "Pleasant View's Favorite Bible Verses," we're breaking down and examining various Bible verses that members of our congregation have claimed as their favorites.
This week, we're looking at Sis. Jennifer Beatty's favorite verses—Proverbs 3:5-6—and learn what it can teach us about trusting in God and aligning ourselves with His will.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the conclusion of this three-part sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines Jesus' arrival at Lazarus' grave, his command for Lazarus to come forth, and the meaning has for Christians around the world.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the second part of this three-part sermon that focuses on Jesus' final recorded miracle, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines Jesus' response when confronting Mary and Martha after Lazarus' death, and what these events can teach us about our need for Christ today.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty begins his look at Jesus' final miracle in the book of John—the raising of Lazarus from the dead—and examines Jesus' timing in the matter.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty concludes his look at the blind man's healing by Christ, examining the events that unfolded after the blind man's dismissal from the temple and what we can learn from his circumstances.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the latest sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the aftermath of the blind man's healing, and what we as Christians today can learn from his courage and attitude.1
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the latest sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty begins his look at Jesus' penultimate miracle—restoring the sight of a blind man—and what it teaches us about our faith today.
Who knew one sentence could say so much? In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about Jonah's message to the people of Nineveh and what it can teach people today about obedience to God.
Every Christian has a calling, and possesses certain talents to allow them to carry out the task assigned to them by God. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares seven examples of "spiritual gifts" that a Christian may possess and explains how each one can be used to further the kingdom of God.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the latest sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines Jesus' walking on water and what it can teach Christians today about faith.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the latest sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty looks at Jesus' feeding of the multitudes, and how it teaches us that nothing is impossible for God.
Happy Easter! In this sermon from Bro. Stephen Beatty, we examine the Easter story of the empty tomb, and the good news it provides for all of mankind.
In this sermon from Dr. Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Church of Dallas, Texas, we look at the subtle ways in which persecution of Christians is increasing, as well as how we as Christians should approach and view such trials in our lives.
All of us at some point will experience doubt, leaving us to wonder if God really is present in our lives. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty takes a look at the doubt John experienced while in prison, examines ways in which doubt may creep into our lives, and provides ways to manage our doubts.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In the latest sermon in this series, Bro. Stephen Beatty resumes his look at Jesus' many miracles. Today he examines the healing of the man by the pool of Bethesda, and the message of hope that it brings to Christians around the world today.
Our interim pastor is out of town this week. Bro. Gary Showalter, Jr. is filling in for us, and shares about the saving influence Noah had on his family and why we would do well to emulate it.
In our new sermon series “Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day,” we’re taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about Jesus' healing of the nobleman's son, and looks at the meanings it has for Christians today.
In our new sermon series "Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day," we're taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty looks at the the very first miracle recorded in the book of John -- Jesus' turning of water to wine -- and the ways we can apply its teachings to our lives today.
In our new sermon series "Jesus, the Way: Encouraging Our Faith Every Day," we're taking a deep dive into the many miracles performed by Christ recorded in the gospel of John.
In today's sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty provides an overview of these miracles, and shares ways in which we can apply the teachings of each one to our lives today.
Ask someone who Jesus was, and they may respond by saying he was a wise teacher, or maybe a simple prophet. But Jesus was -- and is -- so much more. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about the deity of Christ and ways in which he can help you through life's many struggles.
It's often said those in heaven can look down and see what's happening on earth -- and in hell. But how can that be when heaven is a place where sorrow doesn't exist? In this final sermon in our series on heaven, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares why we'll be able to look down from heaven, and why sorrow there will still be non-existent.
We often think of heaven as being someplace where only "perfect" people go when they die, but that's far from true. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares how individuals of all kinds can reach heaven, and why we may be surprised at who we one day see there.
Many people have misconceptions about what heaven will be like--and what exactly we'll be doing there. In this multi-part sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty dispels some common myths about heaven, and shares about what our future jobs in the next life may be.
Many people have misconceptions about what heaven will be like--and what exactly we'll be doing there. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty dispels some common myths about heaven, and shares about what our future jobs in the next life may be.
Many people believe that there is such a thing as "limbo" or purgatory after death. Is it true, and what does the Bible say about such a thing? In this conclusion of a two-part sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines the existence of both and looks at what happened to the Old Testament saints after their death.
Many people believe that there is such a thing as "limbo" or purgatory after death. Is it true, and what does the Bible say about such a thing? In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines scripture that points us to the answer.
Numerous books and movies have told the stories of individuals who have been to heaven and back. Are these stories true and can they be trusted? In this conclusion of a two-part sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty further examines scripture from the Bible that points us to the answer.
Numerous books and movies have told the stories of individuals who have been to heaven and back. Are these stories true and can they be trusted? In the first of a two-part sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty examines these accounts as well as scripture from the Bible that points us to the answer.
One of the most often-asked questions by non-Christians is if heaven is real—and if so, where it can be found. In this second part of a two-part sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty further examines scripture that points to the reality of heaven, and the wonders that await Christians after life on earth.
One of the most often-asked questions by non-Christians is if heaven is real—and if so, where it can be found. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty breaks down evidence from the Bible proving the reality of heaven, what it will be like and how individuals today can claim a place in heaven for themselves.
Many Christians walk through life without ever giving our future in heaven a thought. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty explains why every Christian should be heavenly-minded, and the benefits that come as a result.
As mentioned previously, Satan is constantly on the attack, and is always looking to destroy Christians and hurt their witness. In this sermon, Bro. Stephen Beatty shares about the "Armor of God" and how we as Christians can use it to defend ourselves against Satan's many attacks.