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 5)
Elijah’s difficult life is illustrative of that of the faithful believer today. Yet through it all, God leads and provides for His own.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt 21) / David continues to flee from Saul and even waver in his faith at times. Yet he always returns to the Lord for refuge and strength.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 20) / David resorts to deceit to get what he needs from Ahimelech, and this lapse of faith brings dire consequences.
Radical, Relevant, or Faithful? (pt. 1) / An analysis of the “Radical” ministry philosophy espoused by Christian leaders such as David Platt and Francis Chan as well as the “Relevant” ministry philosophy embraced by Christian leaders such as Rick Warren and Andy Stanley. Pastor Matt suggests a third option: Stand fast on the clear, pure Gospel of Jesus Christ by grace alone through faith alone and make faithfulness to God the priority of every ministry endeavor.
Radical, Relevant, or Faithful? (pt. 2) / An analysis of the “Radical” ministry philosophy espoused by Christian leaders such as David Platt and Francis Chan as well as the “Relevant” ministry philosophy embraced by Christian leaders such as Rick Warren and Andy Stanley. Pastor Matt suggests a third option: Stand fast on the clear, pure Gospel of Jesus Christ by grace alone through faith alone and make faithfulness to God the priority of every ministry endeavor.
The apostle Peter provides the believer with a biblical theology of suffering.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 19) / David and Jonathan are good examples of what constitutes true friendship as well as faithfulness to God.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 18) / As Saul continues to try to murder David, David seeks help and refuge from God Who delivers David through various means.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 17) / Chapter 18 provides an overview of what a believer can expect from life—the positive and negative—after gaining a spiritual victory.
The gospel of John is intended to reveal the person and work of Jesus Christ so we might believe the Truth for the salvation of our soul.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt 17) / David was able to defeat Goliath because long before he faced this giant he walked with God and exercised faith in Him.
Our choice of friends has a tremendous impact on our lives and our fellowship with God.
First Samuel: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 16) / In His providence, God brings David into the court of King Saul.
The apostle Paul provides the Philippian Christians with five requirements for unity in the local church
Pastor Matt discusses several distinctives of GBC as the church celebrates its 13th anniversary.
First Samuel: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 15) / While man often looks on the outside, God is looking at the heart. He seeks a man, woman, or child after His own heart.
First Samuel: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 14) / When we fail or seem to fail in ministry, God simply wants us to pick up the pieces and keep moving forward.
First Samuel: Lessons in Opportunity (pt. 13) / When confronted by Samuel for not completely obeying God’s clear commands, Saul tries to come up with every excuse in the book.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt 12) / When confronted by Samuel for not completely obeying God’s clear commands, Saul tries to come up with every excuse in the book.
Solomon’s observations of the physical realm provide spiritual insight for believers today.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 12) / A clear contrast exists between Saul’s arrogance and unbelief and Jonathan’s faith in God and obedience to His Word.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 11) / Unlike his father Saul, Jonathan’s faith in God is evident in his behavior.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 10) / Saul’s impatience demonstrates the fruit of his unbelief, disobedience, and idolatry of self.
/ A consideration of the death of Jesus Christ and its implications for mankind.
First Samuel: Lessons In Opportunity (pt. 9) / God provides all the necessary resources to equip us to serve Him and please Him.