A message from the series “Advent.” Although the world we live in knows no settled peace, the prophet Isaiah speaks of the One called the “Prince of Peace” (Isa. 9:6-7). Isaiah is referring to the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who makes possible our peace with God. The Messiah enables us to have internal peace, relational peace and circumstantial peace.
Read More ›A message from the series “Advent.” The word advent means long-anticipated arrival. In this first week of Advent, we look to the prophesies of Isaiah 42:1-7 to find hope in the coming Messiah. Isaiah identifies the messiah as Jesus Christ who brings hope as (1) the agent of universal justice worldwide; (2) the hope of all peoples; and (3) the humble healer.
Read More ›A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” In 1 Peter 1:22-2:3, we see that even in the hardships of life Christians can be people whose lives are characterized by love. There are two truth principles here. First, without the new birth –the transformation that occurs through belief in the gospel – people are incapable of truly living out Christian love. The second principle is that love is the acid test of Christian faith.
Read More ›A message from the series “Dual Citizens: 1 Peter.” We see in 1 Peter 1:13-21 that Peter issues a call to action in light of our position as dual citizens of heaven and earth. Practically, Christians can balance our dual citizenship by: 1. Sober-mindedly following Christ; 2. Being conformed to the holiness of Christ; 3. Living as though we were ransomed by Christ; and 4. Placing our faith and hope in the God who saved us.
Read More ›A message from the series “Forward Together.” Pastor Nate speaks about three areas of BVBC’s vision in which the church is currently focusing. One is Missional Impact with the priorities being ministries to marriage, families, those in recovery and effective gospel partnerships in Wilmington. The second area of focus is the Spiritual Health of the church, including shepherding of members, meaningful membership and biblical stewardship. The third area is Hospitality; that is, creating a welcoming space for the church body and community.
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