Bethel Community Church - Sermons: Mark Minnella

James 1:12-18 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0000

James 1:12-18 | Mark Minnella

Series: James (2026)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd March 2026

Passage: James 1:12-18

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This sermon focuses on understanding personal responsibility in sin and the nature of temptation as explained in James. It emphasizes that while trials come from external sources, the desire to sin arises from within us. It encourages believers to resist temptations and highlights the rewards that come from perseverance in faith, reassuring that God accompanies us through our struggles.

Acts 6:8-7:60 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Acts 6:8-7:60 | Mark Minnella

Series: Acts (2025-2026)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th November 2025

Passages:

Acts 6:8-15
Acts 7:1-60

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This sermon explores Acts chapters 6 and 7, highlighting the early church’s response to growth challenges and the powerful testimony of Stephen, the first Christian martyr. It emphasizes the importance of effective ministry, the use of God’s word, and staying faithful to God amidst persecution.

Matthew 27:27–44 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 27:27–44 | Mark Minnella

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th September 2025

Passage: Matthew 27:27-44

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This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' suffering and crucifixion as depicted in Matthew 27. It highlights Jesus' identity as God, his fulfillment of prophecy, and the choice each person has regarding belief and salvation. The sermon underscores the importance of understanding Jesus' sacrifice and the eternal implications of accepting or rejecting him.

Matthew 25:1-13 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 25:1-13 | Mark Minnella

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd June 2025

Passage: Matthew 25:1-13

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This sermon explores the Olivet Discourse, focusing on the parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1-13. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual readiness and discernment, particularly as it relates to the future of Israel and the church. The message highlights that while all ten virgins appeared to be waiting for the bridegroom, only five were truly prepared. This serves as a warning about the necessity of genuine faith—beyond mere outward appearances—and the certainty of Christ's return.

Matthew 21:28-32 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Matthew 21:28-32 | Mark Minnella

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th March 2025

Passage: Matthew 21:28-32

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This sermon delves into Matthew 21:28-32, where Jesus tells a parable about two sons tasked with working in a vineyard. The first initially refuses but later obeys, while the second agrees to go but does not. The sermon highlights the importance of true obedience and faith in contrast to mere verbal agreement, using the parable to illustrate how tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God ahead of the religious leaders who fail to repent.

Matthew 16:13–23 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 16:13–23 | Mark Minnella

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 20th October 2024

Passage: Matthew 16:13-23

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This sermon explores a pivotal moment in the Gospel of Matthew where Jesus questions his disciples about his identity. It focuses on Peter's declaration of Jesus as the Messiah and highlights the importance of having one's life founded on the truth of Christ. The message underscores the eternal significance of recognizing Jesus for who He is and emphasizes the mission of the church to preach this truth to the world.

Matthew 12:33-37 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 11:15:00 +0100

Matthew 12:33-37 | Mark Minnella

Series: Matthew (2023-2025)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th July 2024

Passage: Matthew 12:33-37

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This sermon explores the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 12:33-37, emphasizing that the true nature of a person can be discerned through their words and actions. It contrasts the good fruit of a righteous heart with the bad fruit that stems from evil. The message highlights the importance of genuine faith and warns about the gravity of unbelief, urging listeners to examine their own hearts and relationship with God.

Galatians 2:15-21 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:15:00 +0000

Galatians 2:15-21 | Mark Minnella

Series: Galatians (2023)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th February 2023

February 27, 2022 - Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000

February 27, 2022 - Mark Minnella

Series: Genesis (2021-2022)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Date: 27th February 2022

Passage: Genesis 19:1-29

November 21, 2021 (Thanksgiving) - Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 21 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

November 21, 2021 (Thanksgiving) - Mark Minnella

Series: Thanksgiving

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Date: 21st November 2021

April 18, 2021 - Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0100

April 18, 2021 - Mark Minnella

Series: Romans (2021)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Date: 18th April 2021

Passage: Romans 5:1-11

The Sheep & The Shepherd | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 03 Jan 2021 11:15:00 +0000

The Sheep & The Shepherd | Mark Minnella

Series: Topical

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 3rd January 2021

Passage: Psalm 23:1-6

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This sermon explores Psalm 23, highlighting the significance of understanding the relationship between the shepherd and the sheep. Drawing insights from Philip Keller's book, the message emphasizes the care and guidance provided by the shepherd, illustrating how this parallels the believer's relationship with God. The speaker elaborates on the various needs of sheep and how the shepherd meets those needs, demonstrating God's provision, peace, and restoration in our lives.

Joshua 9:1-27 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Joshua 9:1-27 | Mark Minnella

Series: Joshua (2019-2020)

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Date: 1st March 2020

Passage: Joshua 9:1-27

Philippines Update | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 27 Jan 2019 11:15:00 +0000

Philippines Update | Mark Minnella

Series: Missions Updates

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th January 2019

Mother's Day 2018 | Mark Minnella

Mark Minnella — Sun, 13 May 2018 11:15:00 +0100

Mother's Day 2018 | Mark Minnella

Series: Mother's Day

Speaker: Mark Minnella

Sunday Morning

Date: 13th May 2018