Mitchell Berean Church

03/15/2026

Philippians begins with an incredible expression of thankfulness from Paul and Timothy.

Philippians 1:3–6
“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this: that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Paul and Timothy are filled with gratitude because of the Philippian believers’ partnership in the gospel. Their support and faithfulness encouraged them and sustained them throughout their ministry and travels. What a reason for joy—to know that you are united with other believers who are praying for you and caring for you out of the blessings God has given them!

As a church, how are we doing in partnering together for the mission? Do we pray for one another? Do we care for and support each other? I know we do these things—but I also believe we have even greater opportunities ahead of us to grow in these ways and glorify Christ together.

This weekend, we’re excited to explore what it means to partner in the mission of the gospel at MBC as we continue to grow in Christ and move forward for His glory.

Join us this Sunday at 8:00 AM or 11:00 AM as we worship together as the body of Christ at Mitchell Berean Church!

- Pastor Ben

For this week's Scripture and notes:
http://bible.com/events/49567368

03/08/2026

There are a lot of things in life I just don’t understand—car parts, dance moves… and sometimes the way Jesus works. And when we don’t understand something, our instinct is usually simple: avoid it. In John 6, the crowd finds Jesus because they want more of what He gave them before. But instead of offering another miracle, He offers something far more... uncomfortable—Himself. Not a formula. Not a checklist. Not something they can earn. Just a call to believe. And the moment faith replaces effort… the crowd begins to drift.

Here’s the tension we all have to face: what happens when Jesus stops giving us what we want—and starts inviting us to trust Him for who He is? When the Provider no longer looks like our version of provision… when “my way” collides with the Way… do we lean in, or quietly walk away? This weekend, we’re going to wrestle with a hard question most of us avoid: if Jesus truly has the words of eternal life… why is it sometimes so difficult to keep following Him?

- Pastor Ben

Key Verse - John 6:35 (NIV) - "Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty."

For this week's Scripture and notes:
http://bible.com/events/49567367

03/01/2026

As we continue through the book of John in our series, “Knowing Him,” we start off this weekend with a man who had been an invalid for 38 years. He had tried on his own for some time to find healing, but now he looks directly into the face of someone who can COMPLETELY heal him — physically AND SPIRITUALLY!!! Will he take Jesus at His word and take his first step or will he continue to lay down in disbelief?

We all have hurts and wounds from which we need healing. The question is: where are we seeking for healing? Everyone seems more than willing to provide an answer… (often for quite the financial drop, too, am I right?). Some offer solutions that have been formed solely in the mind of man. Others make their advice sound pretty spiritual by using God’s name and word, but the root is self-righteous and leads to legalism. The truth is that real healing comes when we turn our eyes solely to God, fall on His grace and take the steps He tells us to take. In what areas is God telling us to get up and walk in true healing?

- Pastor Ken

Key Verse - John 5:8 - Jesus said to him, “Get up, take up your bed, and walk.”

For this week's Scripture and notes:
http://bible.com/events/49559552

02/22/2026

Some things we buy out of want. Other things we buy out of necessity. In this week’s message we step into the moment when Jesus intentionally walks into uncomfortable territory and meets a woman who came looking for water—but discovered something far greater. In John 4, we see what happens when Jesus crosses barriers, exposes what’s really going on in a heart, and offers living water to someone who did not expect it.

Together we’ll ask three simple but powerful questions: What have you lost? What have you found? And what will you do now? The disciples lose their comfort and discover a harvest. A woman loses her old thirst and finds the truth. An entire community loses its separation and finds the Savior of the world. This moment is about more than a story from Scripture—it’s an invitation to recognize what Jesus may be helping you lose and find in your own life, and how your story might point someone else to Him.

Join us at 8 or 11am for a worship service this weekend at Mitchell Berean!

- Pastor Ben

Key Verse - John 4:10 (NIV) - "Jesus answered her, 'If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.'”

For this week's Scripture and notes:
http://bible.com/events/49559551

12/27/2025

We had such a wonderful time worshiping with you on Christmas Eve! We’d love for you to join us on Sunday morning at 8am or 11am as we wrap up our With Us series.

12/25/2025

12/24/2025

Luke Chapter 24 chronicles the transformative discovery of the empty tomb and Jesus’ subsequent appearances to His discouraged followers on the road to Emmaus and in Jerusalem. The chapter concludes with Jesus opening his disciples' minds to the Scriptures before ascending to heaven, leaving them filled with joy and a mission to spread the Gospel.

12/24/2025

We loved seeing all the Ugly Christmas Sweaters on Sunday! 🎄
Come worship with us at one of our Christmas Eve services, 2pm or 4pm.

12/23/2025

Luke 23 recounts the unjust trial, crucifixion, and burial of Jesus, revealing the collision of human injustice and God’s redemptive plan. Though declared innocent, Jesus is rejected by the crowd, mocked by rulers, and crucified—yet He responds with forgiveness, mercy, and the promise of salvation. This chapter invites us to reflect on the cost of the cross and the hope made possible through Christ’s sacrifice.