Matt Costella has served as the director of the FEA since 2011 and is the founding pastor of Grace Bible Church of Fresno which he planted in 2004.
of Fresno, California
Sermons by Pastor Matt Costella (Page 6)
Mary’s Magnificat reveals much about her knowledge of God’s Word and her anticipation of a Savior.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 8) / God uses the choices of man to providentially work all things out according to His sovereign will.
First Samual: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 7) / The Israelites wasted an opportunity to trust God and see Him work because they wanted a king like all the other nations.
First Samuel: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 6) / Although Samuel was a godly prophet and judge, his actions played a part in Israel’s desire to be like all the other nations.
The apostle Paul sets forth the meaning and importance of the Lord’s Supper.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 5) / First Samuel 7 describes the prerequisites of true revival for those who have wandered away from fellowship with God.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 4) / God’s “heavy hand” will rest on those who say “no” to Him, yet every person has an opportunity to avoid this reality.
First Samsuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt 3) / Samuel, Hophni, and Phinehas had a similar upbringing but took completely different paths in life. Their attitude toward God made all the difference!
First Samuel: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 2) / A clear contrast existed between Hannah’s approach to distress and the Israelites’ approach. One brought victory and the other brought defeat.
First Samuel – Lessons in Opportunity / An overview of the historical context of First Samuel and a survey of the book including its primary theme
The apostle Paul lists several benefits of justification by grace through faith alone.
The apostle Paul explains that justification comes by faith alone apart from works in every age.
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 19) / In the end, life is all about God and his glory. To find meaning in life, we must recognize this fact.
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? / Because youth is fleeting, Solomon urges young people to fear God and serve Him before the effects of old age overtake the body.
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 17) / Solomon addresses wisdom and folly’s relationship to leadership and stewardship.
Although we have a tendency to become fearful of the things happening around us, as Christians we must change our thinking and place our confidence in the power and sovereignty of God.
Ecclesiastes: What‘s the Point? / Solomon advises young people to enjoy their youth but to always make choices consistent with the character and will of God.
The Incarnation provides us with a picture of not only the love of God but the faithfulness of God to His Word.
Ecclesiastes: What‘s the Point? (pt. 15) / Solomon describes the difference between the fool and the wise person.
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 14) / Life may be unfair and unpleasant at times, but Solomon describes more benefits of life “under the sun.”
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 13) / Life may be unfair and unpleasant at times, but Solomon describes the benefits of life “under the sun.”
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 12) / Solomon reveals how we are to live wisely in an unfair and unjust world.
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 11) / Solomon discusses the role wisdom must play in the lives of those who seek to honor God.
Ecclesiastes: What’s the Point? (pt. 10) / Speaking in proverbs, Solomon begins to share divine wisdom in a way that resonates with the daily lives of his readers.
Nicodemus and Joseph illustrate the problems of being a believer in Christ yet fearing men and refusing to identify with the Savior.