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According to the biblical doctrine of the Trinity, there is one God who exists eternally in three Persons, and these three divine Persons are utterly equal in perfection and share a single, perfect, infinite, and undivided essence. So then, what distinguishes the Persons from one another? We seek to answer that question here.

Social Media has changed significantly over the years since it was first introduced. As Christians, how should we navigate our usage of Social Media in the current online landscape of 2026?

We all ask for wisdom frequently as Christians. This episode may help us understand more fully what exactly we (should) mean when we do so. What is biblical wisdom?

In this episode we talk about what is truly the great mystery of the Christian faith. The doctrine of the Trinity. The doctrine of the Trinity is a biblical truth that nearly every Christian knows is important and ought to be believed – but far fewer know why that is the case, or what this truth has to do with their daily life, or what exactly makes it good.

A friend asked for our perspective on some tough questions regarding the doctrine of election: What about Scriptures that teach that God desires for all people to be saved? And Scriptures that teach that people must still believe in Christ to be saved? And if God has chosen certain people to salvation, why does the Bible say that he desires all people to be saved? And if God has chosen certain people to salvation, why does he call all people everywhere to believe in Jesus to be saved? Here are our responses.   Also, here is the quote from Herman Bavinck mentioned in the video: “Over and over in history we see the will of God assert itself in two ways. God commands Abraham to sacrifice his son, yet he does not let it happen (Gen. 22). He wants Pharaoh to let his people Israel go, yet hardens his heart so that he does not do it (Exod. 4:21). He has the prophet tell Hezekiah that he will die; still he adds fifteen years to his life (Isa. 38:1, 5). He prohibits us from condemning the innocent, yet Jesus is delivered up according to the definite plan and foreknowledge of God (Acts 2:23; 3:18; 4:28). God does not will sin; he is far from iniquity. He forbids it and punishes it severely, yet it exists and is subject to his rule (Exod. 4:21; Josh. 11:20; I Sam. 2:25; 2 Sam. 16:10; Acts 2:23; 4:28; Rom. 1:24, 26; 2 Thess. 2:11; etc.). He wills the salvation of all (Ezek. 18:23, 32; 33:11; I Tim. 2:4; 2 Pet. 3:9), yet has mercy on whom he wills and hardens who he wills (Rom. 9:18).” (Bavinck, Dogmatics, vol. 2. p. 241)

A friend asked us how Christians should respond to loved ones who are considering or have decided to end their lives through MAID. Here's our answer.

In this sermon, pastor Zach addresses the issue of spiritual depression by looking at Psalms 42 and 43.

It's not uncommon for Christians to be told that according to the Bible, they must give a tithe (a tenth) or their earnings to their church. Where does this teaching come from, and is it really what we are required to do?   7 Reasons Christians Are Not Required To Tithe: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/7-reasons-christians-not-required-to-tithe/

The question of what to do with the remains of a loved one who has passed away is one that most of us will have to work through at some point in our lives. How does the Bible inform the way we think about it and how we make this decision?

Is there a sin that God is unwilling to forgive? Jesus seems to indicate this in Matthew 12:31-32, Mark 3:28-29, and Luke 12:8-10. Let's examine it together.

You may or may not be aware that the way we preach at VBC is called "Expository Preaching." We spend some time here talking about what exactly that is, and what makes it unique. Then, we share some really important reasons why we do it this way.

What is biblical counseling? Why do we practice it here at VBC? What factors affect whether biblical counseling is effective or not? Join us as we discuss these things and more.

We offer some biblical, and some practical/more experiential advice for how to minister to grieving people.

The Bible speaks of a period of intense suffering and trial at the end of the age. In this episode, we discuss the different views that Christians hold regarding this future tribulation.

In this episode we continue to consider incomplete (and thus, unbiblical) paths to spiritual maturity in the Christian life. Quietism is an entirely passive approach. It may be helpful to consider if any of us have any quietistic tendencies in our own lives.