Behold: Recent Episodes
Valley Bible Church
Join us this week on Behold as we take a look at what lessons are to be learned from Jesus sending the 72 to proclaim the Kingdom. How can we embrace this sense of urgency in our own lives?
Join us this week on Behold for a short discussion on what unity in the church of Christ should mean in our daily lives.
Join us this merry week on Behold as we hear the surprising origin stories of two of the most popular Christmas carols that people all over the world will be singing this weekend.
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss the biblical instructions for the local church, and some of the challenges Christians face today with experiencing a healthy church family.
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss what it means to both follow and model Christ's kingship to those around us.
Join us this week on Behold as we look at how Spirit-driven forgiveness produces life and peace in our relationships as followers of Christ.
Join us this week on Behold as we hear about Christ-like resolve and steadfastness as seen in the lives of servants and refugees in Poland and Ukraine.
Join us this week on Behold as we look at some key lessons and takeaways from the life of Daniel as seen in Chapter 5.
Join us this week on Behold as we look to the life of Daniel and examine what lessons there are for our own lives when faced with difficult situations.
Join us for this week's Behold Short as we look at some lessons from one of the last things Jesus did with his friends before going to the cross, washing their feet.
Join us this week on Behold as we look to Paul's encouragement in 2 Cor. 5 to have courage as we aim to honor God with our lives and constantly ask the question, "What Would Please Jesus"?
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss the two-fold nature of our suffering. How does our confidence in God transform the way we face discouraging things?
Join us this week on Behold as we dive into God's plan for using us - jars of clay - for spreading the amazing treasure of eternal life through Jesus.
join us this week on Behold as we look at our charge to be a light to the world around us, enabled and motivated by the gospel.
Join us this week on Behold as Shawn & Dan discuss God's perfect plan for our growth as we follow him.
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss the process of beholding God's glory, and what changes take place in our hearts when we do so.
Join us this week as we have a discussion about God's glory and how we see and experience his glory in our lives.
This week on Behold, we dive into the many blessings that come from placing our confidence as God, as well as some of the consequences of placing it elsewhere. How does our trust in God lead to steadfastness and authentic compassion?
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss how we all celebrate and participate in the triumph of Jesus Christ. As we follow him, how can we be faithful to the role God's has called us to in this triumph?
This week on Behold, we look ahead at our upcoming teaching series, "Resurrection Life", and get to hear from a special guest about how she has used her creative gifts to be the aroma of Christ in our community.
Join us this week on Behold as we wrap up our Heaven teaching series, and examine how we can make daily investments in our lives that will lead to eternal rewards.
Join us this week on Behold as we are reminded of the story of reality, and how the promise of Heaven is a picture of how it was all meant to be in the first place.
Join us this week on Behold as we look at how the resurrection of Jesus informs and gives credibility to the promise of our own resurrection in Heaven.
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss what we've covered so far in our Heaven teaching series, and how the reality of heaven produces a tangible hope for us now.
Join us this week on Behold as hear from Tim Barley and Tommy Sidebottom about their recent trip to Liberia and some lessons they are carrying into this Christmas season.
Join us this week on Behold as we launch our Christmas series "Emmanuel: The Kingdom of Kept Promises". We examine the promise given to David, and how God's faithfulness transforms our perspective today.
Join us this week on Behold as we take a look back at the Love & Liberty series, discuss some key takeaways, and prepare for a Christmas season focused on Christ.
Join us this week as Dan gives us a beautiful reminder of the care and devotion we receive from the Vinedresser, our father in heaven.
Join us this week as we take a break from our normal schedule to give thanks to God together. Happy Thanksgiving!
Join us this week on Behold, as we discuss how practice makes perfect in the context of advancing God's kingdom through relationships.
Join us this week on Behold as we take a look at Paul's motivation for becoming like those around him. As we look to Jesus, what is the reward in giving things up for others?
Join us for a Short this week on Behold, as we hear how God has spoken into this season of life for Dan as he fathers his 3 children.
Join us this week on Behold as we dive into why it can be so hard to lay our freedoms down for the benefit of others, and how Jesus models this process in scripture.
Join us this week on Behold as we're joined by Brent Robery, a VBC elder and Family Therapist. Together we discuss the barriers we face when trying to put the love of others above our own preferences.
Join us this week on Behold as we examine the delicate line between opinion and conviction, and how our conscience can help us navigate it well.
Join us this week on Behold as we discuss the important of knowing your mission in life, and how we can use that to keep us pointed in the right direction.
Join Dan and a first time mystery guest for a wonderful discussion reflecting on our Tested series, plus a look ahead at what's next for VBC and Behold.
This week on Behold, we take a look at Paul's final insights to Timothy regarding how to stay strong in the midst of difficult and dangerous circumstances.
This week on Behold, we examine the unique unity that can only come through life in Christ. In the midst of a divided and broken world, how does this unity point towards Jesus?
This week on Behold, we dive into God's word to study what it tells us about finding peace and rest in the midst of otherwise stressful and hectic times.
This week on Behold, we dive into what a faithful friendship that is founded upon the love of Christ should look like in our daily lives.
This week on Behold, we take a look at Paul's attitude and perspective regarding death. How should the reality of death focus the way we seek to glorify Christ in our lives?
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This week on Behold, we take a break from our normal schedule to listen to the Elders Forum which was hosted this week. Sit back and enjoy hearing from the elders of VBC on variety of topics.
This week on Behold, we discuss how we see discipleship, counseling, and mentoring modeled in the life of Jesus and his apostles. If we want the life that Jesus offers, are we willing to adopt his lifestyle?
This week on Behold, we look at Paul's reminder to steer clear of controversy and gossip. How can staying away from these things simplify our lives?
This week on Behold, we take a look at Paul's instructions for remaining pure in the way we live our lives. Does purity just mean abstaining from sin, or is there something deeper and sweeter to the life that God intends for us?
This week on Behold, we take a look at the things that take priority in our lives. Amongst many distractions and responsibilities calling for our attention each day, is God's word still number one in our minds and hearts?
This week on Behold, we examine the danger in losing our focus and the joy in keeping our eyes fixed on Christ. If the battle for our hearts starts in our minds, what are we to be focusing on?
This week on Behold, we look to the account of Daniel & King Nebuchadnezzar. What warnings should we take away from Nebuchadnezzar's own journey from a prideful king to a repenting worshiper?
This week on Behold, we dive into what it looks like to live life fully committed to Jesus Christ. Are we to take up a “Christian narrative”, or is our entire life meant to be transformed as we embrace biblical reality?
This week on Behold, we discuss how the Holy Spirit dwelling within us frees and enables us to carry out our mission: To know Christ, and to make Him known.
This week on Behold, we dive into the relationship between Paul and Timothy, and the model that it gives us for investing into relationships with intentionality.
This week on Behold, we prepare our minds and hearts to transition from our Easter teaching series as we head into our study of 2 Timothy. How does the truth of what Jesus accomplished on the cross define how we deal with being tested?
This week on Behold, we're reminded of the significance of Holy Week, and how we can be fully engaged as we worship our victorious, risen savior.
This week on Behold, we discuss the attitude and countenance that Jesus displayed while suffering on the cross. How does Jesus' example of suffering help us to handle the many struggles of life today?
This week on behold we celebrate 50 episodes! What an incredible year it has been, and we thank God for letting this humble podcast be just one way that he has spread the Good News in this past year.
This week on Behold, we discuss why the study of end times - Eschatology - matters. How should our perspective of eternity and what is to come define how we live today?
This week on Behold, we discuss the church's mission in the world. God designed his people to grow and spread his kingdom. How are you participating in this process?
This week on Behold, VCB elder Tim Barley answers a variety of questions ranging from the role of an elder all the way to Tim's love life. Join us for the first installment of Ask An Elder, on the Behold podcast.
This week on Behold, we chat about God's design for love in our lives. the Bible teaches that we are built for love, so what does this look like in our lives?
This week on Behold, we dive into God's design for how we are to interact with the Bible. As we make ourselves a friend of Jesus and a friend of God's word, what should we expect for him to do in our lives?
This week on Behold, we discuss the reality of humanity, Jesus, and the salvation he brings. If the claims of Jesus are true, then our perspective of the world and God's redemptive history should change forever.
This week on Behold, we examine the relationship that Jesus and the Holy Spirit have in our lives. What does washing and renewal of the Holy Spirit look like, and how can we make room for it in our lives?
This week on Behold, we dive into the topic of the Bible. The Bible claims that it is breathed out by God himself, and that it is meant to be central to our way of living. How can we trust this claim, and what does this then mean for our lives?
This week on Behold, we dive into our new teaching series, "Who We Are", where we will examine what we believe as a church family and why. To start things off we consider a question that has been asked by humanity since the beginning of time; Is God real, and if so then what does that mean for me?
This week on Behold, we begin the new year by listening to the words of our dear sister Sarah Meng, who has now gone home to be with Jesus. Sarah was a warrior for Christ and despite all that she went through, was committed to demonstrating an eternal perspective to those around her. May God help us to have this same eternal perspective as we head into whatever 2021 will bring.
This week on Behold, we look at just what makes the miracle of the incarnation so profound. How much more do celebrate Christ's coming when we recognize him as our Brother, our Savior, and our Friend?
This week on Behold, we rejoice and revel in the glory of Heaven that is to come! How does our hope in Heaven impact the way we live now? Join us as well as we take time to pray for our dear sister Sarah Meng.
This week on Behold, we prepare for Christmas season together as we begin our new teaching series, "The Thrill of Hope". Join us as we examine the glory of Jesus, and how his coming to the earth transforms every aspect of our lives.
This week on Behold, we break from our normal format to stop and reflect on what we are grateful for. Happy Thanksgiving everybody!
This week on Behold, we reflect on three of the ways that we are anchored together as Christians: We are committed to gathering together, we scatter to proclaim the name of Jesus, and each of us matters and has impact within our Ecclesia.
This week on Behold, we hone in on our purpose on this world as Christians. God didn't just design us to do life together, but to go on mission and attempt great things together for his glory and his kingdom.
This week on Behold, we dive into how we were designed to rejoice together, and the many things that came come in between us and experiencing that mutual joy.
This week on Behold, we examine the importance of staying connected with others, whether we are "introverted" or "extroverted". Special guest and VBC elder Brent Robery helps to provide insight on the many ways that isolation can affect our lives in damaging ways.
This week on Behold, we share about times of suffering in our lives and how God used that time help us to become better conduits of His comfort.
This week on Behold, we dive into God's design for growth within the church body as laid out in Ephesians 4. How can we prevent ourselves from becoming isolated, and how can we participate in the building up of the body?
This week on Behold, we enjoy a meaningful discussion about how our identity in Christ helps us to love others and live in harmony. How does our reality as Christians shape the way we view relationships?
This week on Behold, we discuss how the bond we have in Christ - Christian Koinonia - is different than any other type of common ground we can have with one another.
This week on Behold, we dive deeper into 1 Corinthians 12 and its implications for how the body of Christ is meant to operate. Just as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit fulfill unique roles in our lives, we all have a unique part to play in the family of God.
This week on Behold, we reflect on God's design for the way people are meant to serve one another within his church. Whether it's as a clarinet or a cowbell, we all have a role to play in the orchestra that is the family of God.
This week on Behold, we take a look at the ways God gifts his people, and the reason why he does so. Whether it's with our talents and giftings, or in the context of marriage and other relationships, we're reminded that we were created to love others.
This week on Behold, reflect on how 2020 has impacted our lives in the context of relationships and community. As we prepare to begin our "Together" teaching series, how can we be working to be unified as the people of God, while physically apart?
This week on Behold, hear from a dear friend and share how the mysteries revealed in scripture have been impacting our daily lives.
This week on Behold, we dive into Paul's contrast between false teachers and those who he considered noteworthy servants of God's kingdom. What was it about these servants that served as a calling card for God's people?
This week on Behold, we reflect on some of the lessons and takeaways from Romans 14 and 15, as well as hearing how God has moved in the life of a guest from the VBC family in incredible ways.
This week on Behold we consider the many facets of the Christian life, the way that God designed it to be. Mutual service, investment in others, and true peace all stem from the same place; Do we deeply trust the God of Peace?
On this episode of Behold, we examine how we are all called to serve others for God's glory, and how the gifting's we have been given can be used for that purpose.
In this episode of Behold, we consider Paul's instructions on what it really looks like to welcome the people around us as Christ has welcomed us. On his final appearance on Behold (for now), David Sundman gives a clear and compelling picture of how him being welcomed by others ultimately led to his life being radically transformed.
In this 17th episode of Behold, hosts Dan, Shawn & Nathan discuss the truths revealed by Paul in Romans 15. In the midst of this crazy year, we are reminded of how, in all things, we are to be working towards unity in the body of Christ.
In this 16th episode of Behold, we continue to unpack and consider how we can love the people around us, and avoid letting our opinions have dominion over our lives.
In this 15th episode of Behold, we discuss and consider the way Paul urges us to act in Romans 14 towards those with differing opinions than ourselves. In today's climate and amidst a myriad of social issues, how can we honor God in the ways that we act, always?
In this 14th episode of Behold, we reflect on the character of God as our father in heaven and discuss how we are all made in his own image, and yet are uniquely made with different giftings, talents, and interests.
In this 13th episode of Behold, we discuss the amazing process that God does in our lives when we keep our eyes fixed and hope built upon an eternity spent with Jesus Christ.
In this 12th episode of Behold, we discuss and reflect upon Paul's teachings from Romans 13, and how they direct and guide our perspective and behavior in the midst of a nation in turmoil.
In the midst of national unrest, we take a break from our normal podcast this week in order to take a moment to fix our eyes on Christ and praise God for his sovereignty over all.
In this 10th episode of Behold, we discuss the implications of Romans 12:9-21 and how in everything we do and say, we are to be genuinely loving towards others.
In this 9th episode of Behold, we discuss the nature of spiritual gifts and how we can use them to serve in the context of the relational reality of God's kingdom.
In this 8th episode of Behold, we discuss God's plan for making us more like himself as spiritual mothers and fathers, and how that relates to Paul's teachings in Romans 11.
In the 7th episode of Behold, we reflect on God's grace for all, the heart of worship, and how through Christ we can tear down the walls of division.
In the sixth episode of Behold, we discuss how just like the gentiles, we have been grafted into the family of God through his grace, and how this enables us to handle hardships with gratitude and endurance.
In the 5th episode of Behold, we discuss some of the truths that were shared from Romans 11:1-12 and examine grace, unconditional love, sovereignty, and outside influences.
In the fourth episode of Behold, we discuss some of the truths that were shared throughout Easter week, and reflect upon what transpired when Jesus died and rose again from the cross. He is risen! And it turns out, he eats fish. Listen for more!
In the third episode of Behold, we discuss some of the truths that were shared on Sunday from Luke 23, and reflect upon what transpired during Jesus' last moments on the Cross.
In the second episode of Behold, we discuss some of the truths that were shared on Sunday from Luke 22, and examine both the historical and personal reality of Jesus Christ.
In this first episode of Behold, we spend some time explaining and unpacking what the goal is of this podcast; to better and more fully behold the beauty of Jesus in our everyday lives.