The Venture Church Podcast

Be Godly

This sermon focuses on the virtue of godliness as a key characteristic of a mature believer. Peter reminds the church that godliness is a lifestyle of reverence and worship that honors God. As the world moves further from biblical truth, believers must stand firm in holiness, live with a deep respect for God, and maintain a heart of worship. The message encourages Christians to pursue godly living in anticipation of Christ’s return and to be a light in an increasingly ungodly culture.

Be Steady

This sermon explores the virtues of self-control and perseverance as essential traits for spiritual maturity. Peter encouraged believers to stay steady in their faith despite opposition, false teachings, and hardships. Self-control is the ability to restrain desires, while perseverance is the determination to stay faithful over time. Using biblical examples like Noah and Lot, the sermon emphasizes that God strengthens His people to endure challenges, stand firm against deception, and trust in His sovereignty.

Be Wise

This sermon focuses on the virtue of knowledge as a crucial aspect of spiritual maturity. Peter encourages believers to add knowledge to their faith, not as mere intellectual learning, but as a deeper understanding of God and His will. True knowledge comes from knowing Christ personally, studying His Word, and applying wisdom in daily life. The message challenges believers to grow in their understanding of God, develop discernment, and pursue a relationship with Him that leads to spiritual transformation.

Be Good

This sermon, part of the Mature Faith series, explores the virtue of goodness (or moral excellence) as a key component of spiritual maturity. Drawing from 2 Peter 1, it emphasizes that believers are called to live godly lives through God’s divine power and precious promises. True goodness is not just about doing good deeds but living in obedience to God’s will. The message challenges believers to examine the fruit of their lives, ensuring they reflect Christ-like character in a world of moral decline.

The Foundation of Faith

This sermon focuses on how to grow and mature in faith by embodying virtues outlined in 2 Peter 1:1-11. It emphasizes the importance of adding qualities like goodness, knowledge, self-control, and love to one’s faith, avoiding spiritual stagnation, and ensuring one’s calling and salvation. The sermon addresses common insecurities about salvation and offers key questions for self-reflection to confirm one’s faith.

Stepping Into God’s Mission

What does it mean to live a worthy life in light of the gospel? In this powerful message, Pastor Fernando challenges us to align our lives with God’s greater mission. Drawing from Romans 15, discover how to discern your calling, use your gifts, and step boldly into God’s purpose—right where you are.

What’s Holding You Back?

We all face fears that keep us from stepping into God’s purpose. In part two of this series, Pastor Tim unpacks three more fears—rejection, comparison, and commitment—and shows how surrendering our identity, influence, and income to God is the key to living boldly on mission.

What’s Holding You Back?

Fear keeps many people from fully living out their God-given mission. In this message, Pastor Tim uncovers two common fears—feeling inadequate and fear of embarrassment—and how God’s presence and unchanging character are the keys to moving forward in faith.

Remember

(Venture Christmas Celebration)Experience the joy, wonder, and meaning of Christmas in this special message from Pastor Tim. Through humor, heartfelt memories, and Scripture, be reminded of the light Jesus brings to a weary world and the hope found in God’s greatest gift—our Savior.

David

King David—poet, warrior, and… broken man. In this message, Pastor Tim explores how David’s darkest failure became part of the greatest story ever told. Discover how God’s promise to David points to the peace and forgiveness offered to us all through Jesus.