Bella Vista Baptist Church

09/05/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the church service is canceled tomorrow (September 6). Sunday School will be happening for those classes planning to meet. Planned weekly activities will continue as scheduled. We look forward to seeing everyone for Sunday School and the church service next week.

08/30/2026

Spiritually preparing for battle
1. Consecration
2. Admit Limitations
3. Remember what God has done
4. Obey by doing first things first

How big was Jericho?
• 6-10 Acres
• Circumference of about 2,000 feet
What was the Population?
• 1,200-3,000 People

What is a Stronghold?
• A Fortified place or city
• Physical Security
• Symbolizes • Spiritual or Mental Barriers that can protect or hinder our
faith

The Lord Is Our Stronghold
Psalm 18:1-2; Nahum 1:7
• My rock, my fortress, my deliverer
• A refuge in the day of trouble
• He knows those who trust in Him
• The walls we hide behind cannot save us - God
Himself is our fortress.

Positive Strongholds Provide spiritual resilience and
protection:
• Faith
• Hope
• Reliance on God

Positive strongholds should be built up Negative strongholds must be torn
down

Tearing Down Strongholds
2 Corinthians 10:4-5
• The weapons are not carnal, but mighty in God
• Walls fall by obedience, not by force
• Every high thing is cast down
• Every thought brought captive to Christ

Negative Strongholds can dominate
our lives and hinder spiritual growth
• Fear
• Doubt
• Addiction
• Materialism

How to tear down Negative
Strongholds: 1. Understand the Nature of
Strongholds - 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

2. Key Biblical Strategies
a. Renew Your Mind with Scripture
• Romans 12:1-2
b. Pray without Ceasing -
• 1 Thessalonians 5:17
• James 5:16
c. Confess and Repent
• 1 John 1:8-10
d. Use Prayer and Fasting
• Mark 9:29
e. Seek Accountability
• James 5:16

3. Key Biblical Strategies
f. Fix your Eyes on Jesus
• Hebrews 12:1-2

4. Practical Steps
The Silent March (Josh 6:6-21
Identify
Read, Pray, be silent
Replace

5. Remember
This is a continual process of:
• Surrender
• Faith
• Obedience

08/23/2026

"Obedience in the first things brings victory in the next things."
1. Sanctify Ourselves — declared _________________ in Christ (Heb. 10:10); growing in _________________ day by day (1 Thess. 4:3).
2. Overcome Obstacles — "The priests… stood _____________ on dry ground in the middle of the Jordan." — Joshua 3:17
3. Act Obediently — dutiful, submissive ____________________ to the commands of one in authority. An act of ___________ (John 14:15) and an act of _____________.
Israel's First Things — a _____________ of 12 stones · the males _____________ · the ______________ observed
Our First Things (Matt. 28:18–20) — _________________ · the __________ ___________· the ___________ _______________
This week: What is keeping you from crossing your Jordan River?

08/16/2026

08/09/2026

08/02/2026

We had some techincal issues with the Live Stream this morning. Here is the full video.

05/17/2026

We are unable to livestream today. We hope to see you next week

05/14/2026

Join us this Sunday!
9:30AM Sunday School
10:30AM Worship
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05/13/2026

This past Sunday, we celebrated the powerful legacy of faith passed down through generations. Just like young Timothy, who learned Scripture from his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice, our children can know and follow Christ even in our challenging culture—through the unchanging truth of God's Word.

The greatest gift we can give the next generation isn't a program or a strategy—it's faithful discipleship lived out in ordinary moments. From childhood Bible reading to navigating life's hardships together, faith is caught as much as it's taught. Timothy grew up in a pagan culture, in an imperfect family, yet became a faithful man of God because people poured Scripture into his life.

Parents and grandparents, you are the primary disciples of your children. Church family, we walk alongside them. Together, we point the next generation to Jesus—not through perfection, but through faithful presence, open Bibles, and hearts surrendered to Christ. The Scripture that shaped Timothy still works today. Never give up. Keep praying. Keep pointing them to Jesus.

05/08/2026

Happy Mother's Day!
9:30AM Sunday School
10:30AM Worship