Bethel Topeka

Bethel Topeka

Listen to the latest sermons from Bethel Baptist Church in Topeka, KS. Growing the Kingdom, Growing the Church. info@betheltopeka.org www.betheltopeka.org

Episodes

July 27, 2025 • 54 mins

In this enlightening sermon, we journey through Ephesians 4:11-16 to uncover the heart of God's vision for His church. Discover why equipping the saints is not just beneficial but essential for spiritual maturity and unity in Christ. Pastor Evan Bialk shares personal stories and biblical insights, illustrating how intentional discipleship transforms confusion into clarity and spiritual fatigue into renewal. Whether you're...

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In this inspiring sermon Pastor Evan delves into the heart of Christian community and the transformative power of fellowship. In this message, we explore Acts 2:42-47, uncovering the vibrant life of the early church and its devotion to Jesus and one another. Discover how true biblical community rekindles our spiritual fire, offering a place where love, support, and shared life become a living testimony to the world. Pastor Evan inv...

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July 13, 2025 • 52 mins

Have you ever wondered what true allegiance looks like in a world full of distractions? In his compelling sermon, Pastor Evan explores baptism as a profound public declaration of faith, drawing from Romans 6 to illustrate its significance. He likens baptism to wedding vows— a covenant reminding believers of their union with Christ, a visible proclamation that they belong to Him. Pastor Evan invites us to realize that baptism is mor...

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July 6, 2025 • 28 mins

Pastor Evan preaches on the Eucharist, the sacrament instituted by Jesus, which serves as a powerful means of grace, that nourishing our spirits while uniting us in the body of Christ. He emphasizes that the Eucharist transcends mere tradition, acting as a tangible representation of the Gospel—a call to engage fully with Christ’s sacrifice and His ongoing presence among us. As members of the church, we are invited to approach the L...

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June 29, 2025 • 30 mins

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the darkness in your life, where hope seems to fade? Pastor Casey Moore invites us into the depths of Lamentations 3, shedding light on the struggles we often face. This biblical text reveals that even faithful believers can experience sorrow and despair, as illustrated by a writer who pours out his soul in affliction. Pastor reminds us that in our darkest moments, we are not alone; we can still hold ...

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June 22, 2025 • 48 mins

What is a deacon? Why does the Bible establish this role in the life of the church? In this sermon from 1 Timothy 3:8–13 and Acts 6:1–7, Pastor Evan Bialk explores the biblical office of deacon—its purpose, qualifications, and modern application. Learn how deacons preserve unity, serve practical needs, and reflect the servant-heart of Jesus. Discover how Bethel Baptist Church is expanding its vision for deacon ministry to include c...

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June 15, 2025 • 56 mins

Over the past few weeks in our Ekklesia series, we’ve explored what the church is, why it exists, and the vision Christ has for His people. We’ve seen that the church isn’t just a gathering—it’s a gospel-shaped community, called to worship, make disciples, and reflect the glory of God.

And now, as we turn to the topic of leadership, we’re asking: How does Jesus care for and guide His church today? Scripture shows us two distinct off...

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June 8, 2025 • 56 mins

In this sermon, we look at the importance of church membership, what church membership is, and gain understanding why it is so important to be a member of a local body of believers.

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June 1, 2025 • 55 mins

Join us for an inspiring sermon as we explore the vision and mission of Bethel Church, rooted in God's eternal plan for His people. Drawing from Scripture, we delve into the importance of clarity in our church's purpose and how it aligns with God's design from creation to redemption. Discover how Bethel is called to be a gospel-saturated community where disciples make disciples, families are strengthened, and communi...

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May 25, 2025 • 55 mins

Join us as we explore how Bethel's core values serve as guiding "bumpers" on our journey to love God, love people, and make disciples of Jesus Christ. Discover how these values—gospel saturation, prayerful dependence, scripture-rooted teaching, and more—keep us aligned with our mission, ensuring we stay on course even when life gets challenging. This sermon offers a roadmap here at Bethel for living a Christ-centered...

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May 18, 2025 • 54 mins

In this sermon, we explore the mission of the church as outlined in the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on Bethel Church's core mission: to love God, love people, and make disciples of Jesus Christ. By examining Matthew 22:37-40 and Matthew 28:19-20, we uncover the biblical foundation for these commands and how they shape our lives and community.

  1. Loving God: We delve into what it means to love God with all our heart, soul, and ...
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May 11, 2025 • 35 mins

In his sermon, Pastor Drew Culberth takes a reflective approach, beginning by sharing his experience at a church leaders conference that deeply impacted him. He expresses how the conference's theme of allowing Christ to work within him before he could lead others resonated profoundly, akin to the process of gutting and filleting a fish. This metaphor illustrates his feelings of vulnerability and transformation as he aims to be...

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May 4, 2025 • 59 mins

In his sermon, Evan reflects on the foundational question, "What is the church?" He invites the congregation to move beyond surface-level understandings and to grasp the church as a vibrant, redeemed community filled with the Spirit and driven by a mission. Using the Nicene Creed, he underscores that the church is not merely a physical structure or a social club, but the bride of Christ—beloved, sacrificially redeemed, an...

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April 27, 2025 • 91 mins

The Elders of Bethel share the vision of Bethel Baptist Church and give ministry updates.

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April 20, 2025 • 39 mins

In his final sermon of the "Following the King" series, Pastor Evan Bialk draws on the poignant narrative from Mark 16:1-8, reflecting on the discoveries of Mary Magdalene and the other women at Jesus' empty tomb. He emphasizes that the sense of grief, confusion, and fear encountered by the women is emblematic of human experience, often filled with unanswered questions and burdens too heavy to bear. Yet, he highlight...

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April 13, 2025 • 49 mins

Pastor Evan Bialk delves into the contrasting trials of Jesus and Peter, emphasizing how each responded to pressure differently. Jesus exemplifies self-denial by surrendering His rights, remaining silent under accusations, and confessing His identity even at the cost of His life. In stark contrast, Peter resorts to self-defense, denying his association with Jesus out of fear, showcasing the human inclination to protect oneself rath...

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April 6, 2025 • 46 mins

In this sermon, Pastor Evan delves into Mark 14:26-42, exploring the profound moments in the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus predicts the disciples' failures and submits to the Father's will. We examine the contrast between Christ's unwavering faithfulness and the disciples' human frailty, highlighting the grace and hope found in Jesus' obedience. Through powerful illustrations and real-life testimonies, w...

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March 30, 2025 • 45 mins

In this sermon, Pastor Evan emphasizes the profound significance of the Lord's Supper as depicted in Mark 14, where Jesus redefines the traditional Passover meal with his disciples. He invites his congregation to imagine the weight of a final meal, where every word and action holds deep meaning. Jesus transforms the Passover meal into a testament of participation in the Gospel, urging the church to see it not as a mere routine...

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March 23, 2025 • 51 mins

In today's sermon, Pastor Evan Bialk emphasizes the significance of giving extravagant gifts to the Lord as a true expression of discipleship, often perceived by the world as wasteful but deeply rooted in love. He recounts the story of a family, who sold their possessions and moved to Kenya to start an orphanage, demonstrating that true sacrifice can yield profound impacts that far outweigh worldly measures of success. Using t...

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March 16, 2025 • 52 mins

We delve into Mark 13, exploring Jesus' teachings on the end times. In a world obsessed with eschatology, this sermon redirects our focus from predicting timelines to embracing hope, discernment, and faithfulness. Discover how Jesus calls us to remain vigilant and on mission, sharing the Gospel amidst trials and uncertainties. Be encouraged by the assurance that God will gather His people and find strength in the Holy Spirit&a...

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