Church Requel, Mansfield, Ohio

Matthew Study #93

10:55AM UPDATE: I've reloaded the Vimeo movie. It is working well now. Please let me know if anyone has further difficulties.

8:00AM UPDATE: The original Bible study put up to Vimeo was corrupted somehow. I've changed the post to show the YouTube version. Sorry to anyone who couldn't get through the study earlier this morning.

Matthew Study #93 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Our righteousness should exceed that of the scribes and the Pharisees. Who were the Pharisees? Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as we study Matthew 5:17-20.  If you have any difficulty watching the video above, you can switch over to Vimeo or over to YouTube and watch the videos there.  OR you can always take the audio version of these studies with you wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.  Here's hoping you have a GREAT Wednesday!  Mark

Matthew Study #92

Matthew Study #92 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

We are not to loosen the least of the Bible's commandments. Today we consider the implication of this. Join me for this brief 7 minutes as we study Matthew 5:17-20. If you have any problems viewing the above video, you can watch it over on Vimeo or on YouTube. You can also take the audio version with you on your iPod or other mp3 player by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #91

Matthew Study #91 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Jesus affirms the permanence of Scripture, which for him and those first century followers meant the Old Testament. How should that impact us today? Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as we continue our study of Matthew 5:17-20.  You can watch the video Bible study on Vimeo and on YouTube and, of course, you can take the audio version with you wherever you go by subcribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #90

Matthew Study #90 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Jesus said he came to "fulfill" the law. Surely he observed Torah and taught it, but he fulfilled the law in an even more significant way. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as we continue our study of Matthew 5:17-20.  If you have any problem watching the video above, you can also see it on Vimeo or on YouTube.  And you can listen to it wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #89

Matthew Study #89 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Jesus said he did not come to abolish the law but to fulfill them. What was the law that Jesus was referring to? Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as we study Matthew 5:17-20.  If you have any problems viewing the video above, you can download it on Vimeo or on YouTube.  And you can always listen to the audio version daily by subscribing to the Church Requel Daily Podcast.

Matthew Study #88

Matthew Study #88 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

There is a tension in Jesus' teaching about shining our light in the world. Do we do it to bring attention to ourselves or to bring glory to God? Join me as we study Matthew 5:14-16.  If you have any difficulty watching the video above, you can also watch it over on Vimeo or on YouTube.  You can also listen to the audio version wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #87

Matthew Study #87 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

As lights of the world, Christ followers are to be a guide and a warning to others. Join me as we study Matthew 5:14-16.  If you have any difficulty with the video here, you can also click over to Vimeo or to YouTube.  And you can take the audio version with you wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #86

Matthew Study #86 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Jesus was the light of the world. But he told his disciples that they (as well as us) are the light of the world and should let their light shine. Join me as we study Matthew 5:14-16.  If you have any difficulty watching the video above, you can watch it on Vimeo or on You Tube.  You can also listen to the audio version wherever you may be by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #85

Matthew Study #85 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Good Monday morning everyone!  It's the beginning of a new work week.  How about starting the week with a bit of Bible study?  Salt is the combination of sodium cloride, otherwise known as common table salt. In the same way we cannot be salt to the world without the Spirit of God in our lives. Join me as we study Matthew 5:13.  If you have any problem watching the video above, you can link over to Vimeo or to YouTube.  You can also subscribe to the audio version on the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #84

Good morning on this Saturday morning.  It's cool and overcast here in Mansfield.  I hope wherever you are this morning... and regardless of the weather... that your heart is warmed by the love of God today.  In our study this morning we learn that Christ Followers are to be the salt of the earth, according to Jesus.  Join me as together we study Matthew 5:13.  If for any reason you have problems with the video above, you can always click over to Vimeo or to YouTube to watch Matthew Study #84.  And, as always, I've put the audio version up on the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #83

Matthew Study #83 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Good morning everyone! What kinds of persecution does the Christ follower face? What gives joy and gladness in the face of persecution? Join me as we complete our study of Matthew 5:10-12.  I hope you have a GREAT day today!

If you have any problems watching the video above, I have made the same video available on Vimeo and also on YouTube.  You can also listen to the audio version each day by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #82

I've been having some trouble with my Vimeo feed lately, so the above video comes to you from YouTube today.  What kind of persecution might a Christ follower expect in 21st century North America. Join me as we continue our study of Matthew 5:10-12.  If you have any problems watching the video above, you can still go to either Vimeo or to YouTube and watch it on one of those sites.  And, as always, this audio only study is available daily to those who subscribe to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #81

Matthew Study #81 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Jesus didn't pull any punches when he told his disciples they would be persecuted. But he also said they would be blessed! Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as we study Matthew 5:10-12.  If you have any problems viewing the video above, you can watch it over on Vimeo or on YouTube.   Don't forget you can also take the Matthew Study with you wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #80

Matthew Study #80 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Is being a peace "lover" different than being a peace "maker"? Join me as we study Matthew 5:9.  If you have any problems watching the video above, you can also watch it on Vimeo or on YouTube.  It is also available each day as a podcast, which can receive by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #79

Good morning everyone.  I know I've been "off the air" for the last week with the Bible studies.  Sorry about that.  I really needed to take the time off.  Thanks for understanding.  But I'm back this morning with Matthew Study #79, picking it up where I left off last Monday.   Today we study Jesus' beatitude: "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God." Join me as we consider what it means to be pure in heart.  If you have any problems watching the video below, you can also watch it on Vimeo or on YouTube.  And you can listen to the daily podcast by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast!

Matthew Study #79 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

No Bible Study

Sorry everyone.  But my work schedule is impossible for a couple of days.  I apologize, but I'll not be able to produce a Matthew Bible study for a few days.  Hopefully I can get get back to them soon.  I appreciate your understanding.  Mark

Matthew Study #78

Matthew Study #78 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Today we take one last look at what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness. Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he finishes his study of Matthew 5:7.  If you have any problems watching the video above, you can watch it on Vimeo or on YouTube.  You can also subscribe to the Church Requel Audio Podcast and listen anytime you want!

Matthew Study #77

Matthew Study #77 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Jesus said, "Blessed are the merciful for they shall receive mercy." Pastor Mark examines the history of this word, "mercy," through the Old Testament meaning of hesed. Join us as we study Matthew 5:7.  If you cannot view the video above, you can link to it on Vimeo or on YouTube.  And you can subscribe to the Church Requel Audio Podcast and take the daily study with you wherever you go!

Matthew Study #76

Matthew Study #76 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Blessed are the merciful for they shall receive mercy. Is this some form of Karma? Or is there something bigger here? Join Pastor Mark Pierce of Church Requel as he studies Matthew 5:7.  If you have any difficulty viewing the video above, you can also see it over on Vimeo or on YouTube.  And you can take the Bible study with you wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.

Matthew Study #75

Matthew Study #75 from Mark Pierce on Vimeo.

Today we finish our study of righteousness in the Beatitudes. Join me as we study Matthew 5:6.  If you have any difficulty watching the video above, you can also watch it on Vimeo or over on YouTube.  You can also take this study with you wherever you go by subscribing to the Church Requel Audio Podcast.