Countryside Bible Church

06/01/2026

Sundays Sermon: And Jesus said, "It is written..."

Truth is not determined by culture, tradition, or assumption. It is revealed by God's Word.

The full sermon can be found on YouTube

06/01/2026

05/31/2026

GOD'S GOOD NEWS FOR YOU

Real Hope for Real Life

Why do we sometimes feel empty even when life is full?

We fill our calendars.
We pursue goals.
We stay busy.
We surround ourselves with distractions.

Yet many people still sense that something is missing.

The Bible offers an interesting insight:

"He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, He has put eternity into man's heart..."
— Ecclesiastes 3:11

Maybe that longing isn't a flaw.
Maybe it's a reminder.
A reminder that we were created for more than temporary things.

More than achievements.
More than possessions.

We were created to know God and to be part of His greater purpose.

The emptiness many people feel may not be proof that life has no meaning.

It may be evidence that we were made for something greater.

What do you think people are searching for most today?

05/31/2026

Today's Sermon. 📖 It Is Written

How much of what we believe comes from Scripture—and how much comes from culture, tradition, movies, artwork, or assumptions?
In today's message, we explored how easy it is for ideas to become accepted as "Bible truth" without actually being found in the Bible. Was the forbidden fruit an apple? Were there only three wise men? Do angels always have wings? Does God promise to never give us more than we can handle?

Many of the pictures we carry in our minds have been shaped by culture rather than Scripture itself.
That is why Jesus repeatedly pointed people back to God's Word. When He faced temptation, His response was simple: "It is written." When others misunderstood God's purpose, Jesus said, "You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures." (Matthew 22:29)

Jesus showed us that faith is not built on assumptions, traditions, or even what a teacher says. It is built on knowing and understanding God's Word for ourselves. We should always test what we hear—even from the pulpit—against Scripture.
We also discussed how to approach the Old Testament. Some passages can be difficult to understand, but Jesus provides the key. He taught that the Scriptures ultimately point to Him (John 5:39). The life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus help us understand God's purpose throughout the entire Bible.

God was working through real, flawed people, moving history toward His ultimate plan in Christ. When we read Scripture through the lens of Jesus, difficult passages begin to make more sense, and God's character becomes clearer.
If you missed today's message, we invite you to watch the sermon and join us throughout the week for our Beyond Sunday reflections. Together we'll continue exploring how God's Word shapes our understanding, challenges our assumptions, and transforms our lives.
Question for the week:

What beliefs or assumptions have you accepted without ever asking, "Is that actually what Scripture says?"

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05/30/2026

GOD'S GOOD NEWS FOR YOU
Real Hope for Real Life
Maybe we were created for more than just surviving.
Life can become a cycle of schedules, responsibilities, worries, and endless distractions. We rush from one day to the next, hoping that if we can just make it through the week, things will get better.
Yet many people still find themselves asking:
"Is this all there is?"
The good news is that God created us for more than merely getting by. He created us for purpose, for relationship with Him, and for a future filled with hope.
Jesus offered this invitation:
"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."
— Matthew 11:28
Real rest isn't found in having a perfect life. It's found in knowing the One who gives life meaning.
Maybe today is a good day to pause, breathe, and remember:
You are not forgotten.
You are not alone.
And God's story for your life is not finished.

05/29/2026

Day 4: based on Sundays sermon "How The Kingdom Grows in Us"

You can find the full sermon on YouTube.

05/28/2026

Day 3 based on Sundays Sermon: "How The Kingdom Grows In Us"

The Video of the Sermon can be found on YouTube