Mountain View Church Podcast
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This podcast distributes the Sunday morning messages of Mountain View Church in Marietta, GA.
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Jacob had spent years running from his past, but now he had to face Esau. What happened next revealed that God’s grace had changed Jacob from the inside out. Grace gave Jacob the courage to face his past. Instead of running away, Jacob moved toward Esau. Grace gave Jacob the ability to reconcile with others. The brothers who had once been divided by anger and deception were brought together in forgiveness and peace. Grace gave Jacob the desire to live differently. Jacob no longer lived with the same fear, pride, and self-reliance. God’s grace had changed his heart, his relationships, and his d
Family conflicts can leave us discouraged, misunderstood, and emotionally exhausted. Jacob had reached his breaking point. After years of faithful service, he finally confronted Laban's deception and false accusations. Although Laban remained blinded by his own distorted view of reality, God protected Jacob and used even a strained relationship to establish peace through a covenant. Join us this Sunday as we discover how to respond with truth, integrity, and faith when life takes an unexpected detour through difficult family relationships.
Jacob’s journey reminds us that life doesn’t always go according to plan—even at work. Yet through changing circumstances and difficult situations, Jacob knew who his true employer was: God. He remained a man of integrity, faithfully serving even when others treated him unfairly. And as God blessed Jacob, he used those blessings to point others to God’s faithfulness. When life takes an unexpected detour, we can trust God, keep our integrity, and use every opportunity to give Him the glory.
Jacob's journey to find a wife takes an unexpected turn when he arrives in Haran and discovers that life doesn't always unfold according to our plans. Through deception, disappointment, and family rivalry, Jacob learns that even when life takes a detour, God is still at work. Genesis 29 reminds us that God's purposes are not thwarted by our circumstances, and His presence remains with us even when the road ahead looks nothing like we expected.
As directed by his parents, Jacob departed from Beersheba to go to Haran to find a wife. During his first night on the road, God met Jacob in his dream as he laid his head on a stone pillow. God met Jacob where he was. God spoke. Jacob listened and responded. Let’s learn how God meets us where we are, how God speaks to us, and how we must listen and respond.
Scripture: Genesis 27 Jacob Steals the Blessing Dylan Sloderbeck Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.
Conflict is an unavoidable part of life, but it does not have to be the final chapter. In Genesis 26, Isaac experiences God's blessing, only to find himself surrounded by jealousy, opposition, and repeated disputes. The Philistines envied Isaac's prosperity, exchanged hostile words with him over the wells, and continually pressured him to move on. Yet Isaac chose faith over retaliation, perseverance over bitterness, and peace over revenge. In time, the very people who opposed him came seeking peace, and what began in conflict ended in covenant. Join us this Sunday as we discover how God’s fait
Jacob and Esau grew up in the same home, shared the same parents, and were recipients of the same covenant promises. They also had praying parents. Before the twins were born, Isaac prayed for Rebekah, and God graciously answered. Yet despite sharing the same upbringing and spiritual heritage, the brothers chose different priorities. Esau lived for the immediate and earthly, while Jacob desired the covenant blessing, albeit imperfectly. Their story reminds us that godly parents can faithfully pray, teach, and lead their children, but each child must ultimately decide what matters most.
The people brought their children to Jesus so that He might bless them, and Jesus welcomed them with open arms. In this message, we will discover why bringing children to Jesus must remain a priority for parents, grandparents, and the church, and how Jesus is the source of the blessing, grace, protection, and peace promised by God.
Abraham’s servant asks for Rebekah’s hand in marriage, her family gives their blessing, and God brings Isaac and Rebekah together in love. This beautiful story reminds us that God’s design for marriage includes His guidance, the support of family, and a foundation of love.
In the Book of Genesis 24:10–27, Abraham’s servant begins his difficult journey with prayerful dependence upon God. As he watches Rebekah’s kindness, hospitality, and servant-hearted character, he recognizes God’s hand in providing a spouse capable of fulfilling the Lord’s covenant promise through Isaac. Even in the excitement of answered prayer, the servant pauses to worship and give thanks, reminding us to seek God first and honor Him when He faithfully provides.
In Genesis 23, Abraham faces the death of Sarah with real hurt, real hope, and real righteousness. He mourns honestly, trusts God’s promises, and acts with integrity as he secures a burial place in the land God promised. This passage shows that faith doesn’t erase grief—it shapes how we respond to it.
In Genesis 22:19, we see God testing Abraham, asking him to give up arguably his greatest blessing, Issac. Abraham trusted God fully, even when he didn’t understand. In the end, God provided and affirmed Abraham’s faith, showing that trust in Him is never misplaced.
Genesis: 21:1-8 When God Brought Laughter John D. Schultz Jr. Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.
Guest Speaker: Danny Ceballos Danny Ceballos Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.
Genesis 19 reveals the cost of compromise. Lot had drifted so close to the world that he lost integrity and respect in the eyes of his family. When he finally spoke with urgency, they dismissed him, and his call to obey God carried no weight.
In Genesis 18:16–33, Abraham shows us what it means to pray “in the clutch.” As judgment looms over Sodom, he doesn’t panic—he prays both boldly and persistently. Abraham appeals to God’s character, trusting that the Judge of all the earth will do what is right. When everything is on the line, faith doesn’t retreat—it intercedes. And neither should we.
In Genesis 17, God reminds Abraham of His promises, gives him a physical sign to remind him of his identity, and shows him that nothing is impossible. A reminder for all of us that like Abraham, we too are a work in progress!
In the Gospel of Mark 16:1–16, we see the Resurrection of Christ, the Refusal to Believe, and the Rebuke from Christ. The empty tomb declares victory, yet some doubted—until Jesus called them to faith. This Resurrection Sunday, we believe, rejoice, and boldly share: He has risen!
As Jesus enters Jerusalem, we witness far more than a moment—it is the fulfillment of a divine plan. In the allotment for His arrival, every detail is sovereignly arranged, from the colt to the timing. In the announcement of His arrival, the crowds joyfully proclaim Him as King, declaring what heaven has already determined—yet their understanding is incomplete. And in the agony upon His arrival, Jesus weeps over Jerusalem, grieving the spiritual blindness and rejection of Him that will shortly lead to their destruction.
Scripture: Genesis 16 Sarai and Abram: A Couple in Crisis John D. Schultz Jr. Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.
In Genesis 15:1–6, Abram is living in the tension of waiting for God’s promise to be fulfilled. In the midst of that waiting, God revitalized Abram’s faith by reminding him that He was his shield and great reward. Abram honestly revealed his fear and uncertainty about the future, and God graciously reaffirmed His fidelity by restating His promise and pointing Abram to the countless stars.
"Faith Promise" Defined Allan Graham Download View Sermon Video Click here to view the video of the full service.
When Lot was taken captive, Abram did not hesitate — he went after him. Love moved him toward the one in bondage. In the same way, we are called to move toward those trapped in addiction, not with judgment, but with courageous, covenant love. After the victory, Abram recognized that it was God who delivered his nephew. True rescue always acknowledges that freedom ultimately comes from the Lord. And when the king of Sodom offered reward, Abram refused to compromise his convictions. As we seek to help others find freedom, may we rescue boldly, give God the glory, and stand firm in our conviction
In Genesis 13, Abraham models spiritual growth by returning to God in worship, restraining his own rights for the sake of peace, and trusting God’s promises. When we follow his example—repenting, repressing, and receiving—we discover that God meets us, blesses us, and guides our steps.
