Sermons Podcast

Sermons Podcast by Victory Church of Balaton

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Episodes

The Sea

4 days ago

4 days ago

In this message, Matt ponders the remarkable story of the Israelites deliverance through a parted sea. Ultimately, we consider what this story tells us about Jesus.

A Prayer of Moses

Monday Jan 05, 2026

Monday Jan 05, 2026

Join us has Matt shares today's message.

Advent: Love

Tuesday Dec 23, 2025

Tuesday Dec 23, 2025

Today is extra special as we share our Kids’ Christmas Program and wrap up Advent with LOVE. Take a moment to worship with us, and let the love of Jesus meet you right where you are.

Advent: Joy

Monday Dec 15, 2025

Monday Dec 15, 2025

As we journey through Advent together, we face an essential question: What is the role of joy in the life of a believer? In this message, Matt contemplates this question and more.

Advent: Peace

Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

At Christmas, Jesus came as the Prince of Peace. So why do we experience a world with such turmoil, conflict, and pain? As we consider the season of advent, Matt delivers this sermon about peace we can experience now as we await the peace yet to come.

Advent: Hope

Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

Human beings cannot thrive without hope, yet hope can often feel out of reach. In this message, Matt contemplates where we can find hope as we enter the season of Advent.

Tuesday Nov 25, 2025

Our God is a consuming fire. Jesus came to baptize us with the Holy Spirit and Fire. We will explore the lifestyle that is compatible with God.

Practicing Fellowship

Monday Nov 17, 2025

Monday Nov 17, 2025

When Jesus gave this followers a mission to spread the gospel, he also gave them his relational presence. In engaging communion with God, we are invited to share in the same communion with one another. In this message, Matt considers the 21st century applications of Koinonia.

Practicing Generosity

Monday Nov 03, 2025

Monday Nov 03, 2025

What does it mean to be generous like Jesus as his followers? In this message, Matt teaches about the significance of money in discipleship to Jesus and provides practical pastoral guidance for generosity.

The Cloud

Monday Oct 27, 2025

Monday Oct 27, 2025

As God delivered the Israelites out of Egypt, He began to lead them with a pillar of cloud and of fire. In This message, Matt invites us to consider the implications of following Jesus into the unknown.

The Passover

Tuesday Oct 21, 2025

Tuesday Oct 21, 2025

Has there ever been an element of scripture which has great meaning, but seems too complex to grasp? In this message, Matt explores the origins of the Passover, the jewish festival that foretells the gospel.

The Plagues

Friday Oct 17, 2025

Friday Oct 17, 2025

In this message, Kelly walks us through the first nine of the ten plagues brought upon Egypt. From water to blood to darkness for days, discover how God confronts Pharaoh’s hard heart, tears down false idols and calls each of us to humble surrender and deeper faith as we explore Exodus 7–10 together.

The Refusal

Monday Oct 06, 2025

Monday Oct 06, 2025

When Moses goes to Pharaoh with God's message, Pharaoh is going to use his power to exert control. In this message, Matt teaches how Jesus counters the forces of corrupt power with redemptive power.

The Signs

Monday Sep 29, 2025

Monday Sep 29, 2025

As God encountered Moses in the burning bush, Moses needed more convincing of his call and God's power. As we explore Exodus 4, Matt leads us to reckon with the power of God to empower us for the work He assigns to us, regardless of our capabilities.

Monday Sep 22, 2025

Guest Speakers Sharon Clements and Connie Sanders from The Way Home ministry will be sharing today.

The Bush

Monday Sep 15, 2025

Monday Sep 15, 2025

How do we comprehend a God that is beyond comprehension? This is the question we ask when we encounter the story of the burning bush in Exodus 3. In this teaching, Matt explores the meaning of God naming himself as "I am who I am", God's call to Moses, and what it tells us about Jesus.

The Roots

Thursday Sep 04, 2025

Thursday Sep 04, 2025

Everyone has an origin story. In this message, Matt teaches about the experiences, beginnings, and decisions that point to Moses formation and character in Exodus chapter 2.

The Basket

Monday Aug 25, 2025

Monday Aug 25, 2025

What does the story of a child in a basket in a river tell us about Jesus? As we continue to find Jesus in the Old Testament, Matt guides us into the transition to the book of Exodus, exploring the major themes of the book and discovering the stories of opening chapters.

The Reunion

Monday Aug 18, 2025

Monday Aug 18, 2025

How does Joseph respond when his brothers return and he eventually reveals his identity? In this teaching from Genesis, Matt explores the gospel implications of a bittersweet family reunion and the eventual reconciliation that follows.

The Dreamers

Monday Aug 11, 2025

Monday Aug 11, 2025

Certainly one of Joseph's lowest points was his time in Pharaoh's prison. Even then, God put opportunities in front of Joseph in circumstances that seemed hopeless. In this teaching, Matt walks us through Genesis 40 and 41 as we consider the life of Joseph together.

The Favor

Monday Jul 28, 2025

Monday Jul 28, 2025

For Joseph, there were many high points and low points in his story. One thing was consistent throughout - God was with him. In this teaching, Matt shares about Joseph’s time in Potiphar’s house, which ultimately leads to prison, and considers how Joseph's story reflects the gospel.

The Favorite

Wednesday Jul 23, 2025

Wednesday Jul 23, 2025

In The Favorite, we explore the early life of Joseph—a young man set apart as his father’s favorite. While his special status brought him a beautiful coat, it also stirred up envy, betrayal, and hardship. This message looks at how favoritism impacts families, how God works through broken relationships, and how even painful seasons can be part of a greater purpose. Joseph’s journey reminds us that God’s favor may not always look like comfort, but it always leads to His plan being fulfilled.

He Must Increase

Wednesday Jul 23, 2025

Wednesday Jul 23, 2025

Today, pastor Matt pivots in response to the Holy Spirit's leading and discusses John the Baptist's statement that "he (Jesus) must increase, I must decrease."

Pathways of Healing

Monday Jun 30, 2025

Monday Jun 30, 2025

In the aftermath of shock, hurt, and disillusionment brought on by the deep pains in life how can a person or community heal? In this message, Matt shares about the way that Jesus brought healing to the hurting and considers how we can pursue pathways of healing for ourselves and help others who are seeking recovery after experiencing harm.

The Wrestle

Tuesday Jun 24, 2025

Tuesday Jun 24, 2025

Join us has Colton shares the message today.

The Tension

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025

What does family tension teach us about the Gospel? In this teaching, Matt shares the stories of Jacob's family in Genesis 29-32 while exploring the tension of his relationships.

The Dream

Monday Jun 09, 2025

Monday Jun 09, 2025

When he is on the run from his brother and fearing for his life, God gives Jacob a dream that will shape his life. In this message, Matt walks us through the story of Jacob's escape from Esau and his encounter with God at Bethel.

The Dreadful Exchange

Tuesday Jun 03, 2025

Tuesday Jun 03, 2025

Dysfunction in the family shows up with Isaac and Rebecca when they pick favorites and don’t take the Lord’s word seriously. Jacob and Esau come into the world fighting, and Esau doesn’t take his identity with the Lord seriously. Join us as Allan Ward shares today's message.

The Search

Wednesday May 28, 2025

Wednesday May 28, 2025

God is faithful to provide for us when we search for his direction in humility and faithfulness. In this teaching, Matt shares about the story of finding Isaac's wife, Rebekah, found in Genesis 24.

The Firestorm

Tuesday May 20, 2025

Tuesday May 20, 2025

In Genesis 19, we see a shocking series of events unfold with Lot's family and Sodom and Gomorrah. What truth is revealed in these stories and what does it tell us about Jesus? Matt explores these questions and more in this message.

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