A Built Up Church
Eric Motl
What caused the Church to grow and prosper in the early days? What was important to them that made them successful?
The Holy Spirit’s Importance
Eric Motl
The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit and our absolute need for Him seems to have been put on the back burner in today’s popular evangelicalism. Yet, for the early Church He was needed above all else. Were they right or are we today? Who is the Holy Spirit and why is a church not a […]
Philosophy of the Church
Eric Motl
What was the philosophy of the first Apostle led church? How does that compare to popular churches today?
Church Strategy
Eric Motl
What is the strategy for ministry at Mountain View Bible Church? To answer this we must first have a mission. Our mission is where we are headed; and our strategy is how we plan to get there.
Church Structure
Eric Motl
What is the leadership structure at MVBC? What are some of the major ecclesiastical polity patterns found in churches and denominations today? Understanding Biblical Church Structure and my place in it is critical to my local church’s success.
Church Unity
Eric Motl
What are the characteristics of a stable, healthy, safe church?
Church Stability
Eric Motl
What keeps a church healthy and stable? How do we, as a local church, become a part of Matthew 16:18b?
What Does the Church Do?
Eric Motl
Last week we learned what the Church is. This week we take a look at what the Church does. What should a healthy local church be devoted to? How should they feel? Where should their focus be? And, how will God respond?
What is the Church?
Eric Motl
What is the Church? What is a church? Why is it the most important place on earth for a believer to be? What are some of the obstacles that keep us from experiencing church as God intended?