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PVN StudentsJames 1 & 2 Living FaithIn our first week back, Ryan walks us through the major themes of the book of James and how they can help us understand not only the entire book better, but also understand ourselves.
2026-01-1529 min
PVN CollegeSunday Morning Sermon: Romans 1.1-7Pastor Ryan walks us through the opening verses of the greatest letter ever written. In these verses we not only learn more about Jesus Christ, but about ourselves as well.
2026-01-0930 minPVN StudentsSunday Morning Sermon: Romans 1.1-7Pastor Ryan walks us through the opening verses of the greatest letter ever written. In these verses we not only learn more about Jesus Christ, but about ourselves as well.
2026-01-0930 minPVN StudentsJame 1.1 Faith That WorksJames is one of the most popular books in church history, but why is that? Pastor Ryan walks us through the major themes of this book as we learn more about what God's grace really does in our lives.
2025-08-0726 minPVN StudentsApologetics - Abortion Part 2What does the Bible actually say about abortion? Ryan walks us through several scriptures to show us God's heart on this important issue.
2025-07-1735 minPVN StudentsApologetics - Abortion Part IWe all know about the concept of Abortion, but what is the legal background of Roe V. Wade? What actually happens in the womb during a pregnancy? Ryan walks us through the legal and scientific sides of this important topic.
2025-06-1943 minPVN StudentsSunday Sermon: The Word of GodWhat should a Church stand on? What should a Christian build their life on? What did Jesus think about the Bible? Ryan walks us through the importance of God's Word.
2025-05-1933 minPVN CollegeSunday Sermon: The Word of GodWhat should a Church stand on? What should a Christian build their life on? What did Jesus think about the Bible? Ryan walks us through the importance of God's Word.
2025-05-1933 min
PVN ChurchThe Word Still Works | Ryan MatherlyIn this graduation Sunday sermon, Pastor Ryan Matherly delivers a powerful, heartfelt message reminding the entire church family—especially graduates—that nothing compares to the life-transforming power of God's Word. With humor, real-life stories, and biblical depth, he challenges cultural distractions and "fast-food spirituality," urging believers to pursue the slow-cooked richness of Scripture over entertainment and hype. Drawing from Ezekiel 37 and Mark 1, Pastor Ryan emphasizes that true spiritual life only comes through the Holy Spirit working in God’s Word. With encouragement for parents, a plea for biblical churches, and a call to prioritize the gospel above all, this messag...
2025-05-1933 minPVN StudentsApologetics: HomosexualityWhat does the Bible teach about homosexuality? How do we speak with our neighbor who is same-sex attracted? What does Jesus think of all this? Ryan kicks off our Apologetics series with this very important topic.
2025-04-1747 minPVN StudentsDaniel 6.14-28 Christ In BabylonIn our final sermon in Daniel, Pastor Ryan takes us through Daniel and the Lion's Den. What does Daniel's salvation teach us about surviving in Babylon, and how does it point to Jesus being seen in our own lives?
2025-03-2732 minPVN ChurchFinding Christ Beyond Christmas - Ryan Matherly | Pleasant Valley North Baptist ChurchThis Sunday, Pastor Ryan Matherly delivered a powerful message at PVN, reminding us that Christmas is not an end in itself but a window pointing to Jesus Christ. Drawing from Luke 1 and 3, Pastor Ryan highlighted how politics, while important, takes a backseat to the transformative power of God’s Word and the church's mission. What can the Christmas story teach us about Church & Politics? How does God work throughout our lives? When is Christmas at its best? Ryan walks us through these topics in the early part of Luke's Gospel. Pastor Ryan urged the congregation to fix their focus on...
2024-12-3024 minPVN StudentsLessons From LukeSunday Morning Sermon:
What can the Christmas story teach us about Church & Politics? How does God work throughout our lives? When is Christmas at its best? Ryan walks us through these topics in the early part of Luke's Gospel.
2024-12-3024 minPVN CollegeLessons From LukeSunday Morning Sermon:
What can the Christmas story teach us about Church & Politics? How does God work throughout our lives? When is Christmas at its best? Ryan walks us through these topics in the early part of Luke's Gospel.
2024-12-3024 minPVN StudentsDaniel 4.1-27 Humility In BabylonIn Daniel Chapter 4 we discover something we never thought would exist: a nice King Nebuchadnezzar?! How did he get like this? Ryan walks us through how God did an incredible work in Nebuchadnezzar's life, and how He will do the same thing for us.
2024-11-2143 minPVN StudentsBaptism Part II: Who & HowShould you be baptized? Should you be re-baptized? Should your baptism be private or public? Why do we only baptize Believers at PVN? Ryan walks us through all these questions and more!
2024-07-2542 minPVN StudentsBaptism Part I: What & WhyWhat is Baptism? Why does someone get baptized? In this first of a two-part series, Ryan walks us through one of the most ancient and important parts of the Christian faith.
2024-07-1829 minPVN CollegePaul's Storm & Our SaviorIn Acts 27 and 28 the Apostle Paul goes through deep trouble. While on his way to Rome he encounters a storm that is beyond his control. So often this happens in our lives. Ryan walks us through three ways Paul finds hope in his storm, and ultimately how we can find hope in ours. (Sunday Morning Sermon)
2024-05-2027 minPVN StudentsPaul's Storm & Our SaviorIn Acts 27 and 28 the Apostle Paul goes through deep trouble. While on his way to Rome he encounters a storm that is beyond his control. So often this happens in our lives. Ryan walks us through three ways Paul finds hope in his storm, and ultimately how we can find hope in ours.
2024-05-2027 minPVN ChurchPaul's Storm & Our Savior - Ryan Matherly | Pleasant Valley North Baptist ChurchPastor Ryan Matherly, our dedicated youth and college pastor at PVN, delivered an amazing sermon during our special Graduate Recognition Sunday. In this message, Pastor Ryan draws parallels between the Apostle Paul's difficult sea voyage in Acts 27-28 and the storms we face in our own lives. Here are some key highlights from the sermon:1. Paul Sees the Word of God in the StormPastor Ryan begins by highlighting the significance of Acts 27, where Paul and his companions face a fierce storm. Despite the chaos, Paul’s unwavering faith in God's Word serves as his anchor. Pastor Ryan reminds us th...
2024-05-2030 minPVN StudentsApologetics - AbortionWhat does the Bible teach about Abortion? How can we be better equipped to have this conversation with our neighbors? Ryan walks us through this important topic in God's Word.
2024-05-0232 minPVN StudentsThe Parable of Hidden TreasureWhat is Christianity really like? What does it mean to truly follow God? Tonight Ryan walks us through Matthew 13 and a man who finds treasure hidden in a field that will change his life.
2024-02-2926 minPVN StudentsThe Parable of The 4 SoilsIn Mark chapter 4 Jesus gives one of His most memorable and meaningful lessons. What is the state of our hearts? Everything hangs on this one question. Ryan opens up this important parable to show us the life-changing words of Jesus.
2024-01-1141 minPVN StudentsRuth Chapter 4: A Garden & A KingWhat is the book of Ruth really about? What's really going on with the threshing floor? Where is Jesus in all of this? Pastor Ryan concludes our series in this amazing book.
2023-11-3036 minPVN CollegeRomans 1:18-23Why is the gospel so important? If it is so important, why do so many refuse to believe? Ryan walks us through a crucial point in the story as Paul lays out what is really wrong inside of us and how Jesus Christ can bring healing.
2023-09-221h 01PVN CollegeEndurance (WinShape Week 1)What does it mean to endure? The Christian life is one of endurance. We wait and pray for Jesus to help us and to return. How does this apply to a busy week at WinShape? Pastor Ryan shows us.
2023-06-2818 minPVN StudentsWinshape - EnduranceWhat does it mean to endure? The Christian life is one of endurance. We wait and pray for Jesus to help us and to return. How does this apply to a busy week at WinShape? Pastor Ryan shows us.
2023-06-2818 minPVN StudentsBeach Camp Night 1 - Acts 16The book of Philippians is written to the Church at Philippi. But how did that church come to be? Ryan takes us through the founding of the Philippian church and explains what it means for us today.
2023-06-0433 minPVN StudentsMother's Day: The Woman At The WellIn this special Mother's Day sermon, Ryan addresses families, the Gospel, and takes us through some helpful insights, from Jesus' time with the Woman at The Well.
2023-05-1424 minPVN CollegeMother's Day: The Woman At The WellIn this special Mother's Day sermon, Ryan addresses families, the Gospel, and takes us through some helpful insights, from Jesus' time with the Woman at The Well.
2023-05-1424 minPVN StudentsThe Way of Wisdom - Proverbs 4 - Guard Your Heart"Above all else, Guard your heart..." We have heard that verse so many times in our lives, but what does it actually mean. In tonight's sermon, Ryan takes us through why Jesus cares deeply about our heart, and what that means for our lives.
2023-04-1329 minPVN StudentsCollide Hot Take: The Word of GodRyan reviews our weekend at Collide. We discuss what we can learn from God and how powerful His Word is.
2023-02-2625 minPVN CollegeThe Prodigal Son (Sunday Morning Sermon)On Sunday morning, Pastor Ryan walked us through the Parable of the Prodigal Son. In it we see so many new things as Jesus uses this old story of His to suprise us in new ways.
2022-11-2130 minPVN StudentsPolitics: Jesus on Election NightIn an age where our country continues to tear itself apart politically, how can Jesus bring healing? Ryan takes us through the Old and New Testament showing us man's desire to destroy, while they are loved by a God who works to put back together.
2022-11-1032 minPVN CollegeBonus Episode: Politics - Jesus on Election NightIn an age where our country continues to tear itself apart politically, how can Jesus bring healing? Ryan takes us through the Old and New Testament showing us man's desire to destroy, while they are loved by a God who works to put back together.
2022-11-1032 minPVN Students1 John 2:15-22 Love, The Antichrist, and Being A ChristianTonight Ryan takes us through a LOADED part of 1 John chapter 2. We learn about what it means to be a Christian and the things we'll face.
2022-10-2031 minPVN StudentsRevival Night 4There are three words that can change your life. "God. Loves. You." Ryan takes us through the Gospel in Revival Night 4.
2022-09-1556 min
PVN StudentsRevival Night 3How do you share the Gospel with your neighbor? Do you know the Gospel yourself? Ryan tells us more in Revival Night 3.
2022-09-141h 01PVN StudentsRevival Night 2How can we love out neighbor: by understanding what it really means to love Jesus. Ryan tells us more in Revival Night 2.
2022-09-1358 min2022-09-1245 minPVN CollegeTough Questions: Same Sex MarriageIn a bonus round from our Tough Questions series last semester, Ryan walks us through what the Bible teaches on Same Sex Marriage.
2022-09-0131 minPVN StudentsTestimony: Pastor RyanIn a very special night, we hear what Jesus has done in the life of Pastor Ryan. How he was a lost church kid, and how God's grace drew him and saved his soul.
2022-08-2545 min
PVN StudentsAbortionWhat does the Bible teach about abortion? With more news every day and controversy swirling about Roe V. Wade, Ryan walks us through history, science, and Scripture to show us what God says in His Word about this very important issue.
2022-05-1229 min
PVN CollegeCalling Part II - The Tough TimesWhat is God doing in frustration? What is He doing when some doors stay closed? Ryan closes out our series on Calling.
2022-04-0134 minPVN StudentsFAQ's: The Bible & Dating - Part IIIRyan closes out our series on dating. Be wise about beauty. Love the Nathans in your life. And the myth of the missing piece.
A Bug's Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTUQyEr-sg0
The Missing Piece Meets the Big O
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af-jZUR3ua0
2022-03-3124 minPVN StudentsFAQ's: The Bible & Dating - Part IIWhat does the Bible say about dating when it comes to a physical relationship? How is God's way better? Ryan walks us through it.
2022-03-2436 minPVN StudentsFAQ's: The Bible & Dating - Part IThe beginning of our miniseries on dating. Ryan talks through 3 Important things to remember when it comes to relationships.
2022-03-0319 minPVN CollegeShorter University Chapel: 3 JohnRyan walks Shorter University Chapel through the book of 3 John.
2022-02-1828 minPVN StudentsFAQ's: The Bible & Dating - PanelWhat does God's Word say about Dating? Join Ryan as we welcome Berry College guests: Derrell Mims, Paul Atwood, and Haley Ewald to talk about this very important topic!
2022-02-1731 minPVN CollegeTough Questions: AbortionAbortion is a complicated subject, and its history is even more complex. Only with patience, and God's Word can we hope to make progress. Ryan walks us through the historical, scientific, and biblical sides of abortion.
Further Resources:
Talking Points: Abortion
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2022-01-2834 minPVN CollegeJob And JesusRyan takes us through Job chapters 1 and 2 to show us what we can learn about not only suffering, but Jesus as well.
2022-01-0932 minPVN StudentsJob And JesusRyan takes us through Job chapters 1 and 2 to show us what we can learn about not only suffering, but Jesus as well.
2022-01-0932 min
PVN College1 John 2:25-29 Eternal Life / No More ShameTonight Ryan walks us through the end of 1 John chapter 2. John reminds his listener's that when it comes to what we believe about Jesus, eternal life is at stake: A precious joy we cannot even imagine.
2021-09-2336 min
PVN StudentsThe Phone & The Family: Week TwoIn Week Two Ryan offers practical tips for families along with what the Bible says about how we are wired.
To see the video discussed in the talk, click this link: https://rb.gy/wofj9t
2021-09-0834 min
PVN College1 John1:1-10: Love / Obedience / DoctrineRyan introduces 1 John. We go through the themes of the letter and the first ten verses.
2021-09-0237 min
PVN CollegePodcast Episode 27: Choosing The "Wrong" MajorToday our guest Jessica Armstrong talks with Ryan about the current process of choosing a major, and how choosing a major is not the same as choosing a future.
2021-03-0118 min
PVN CollegePodcast Episode 26: Ministry Blooper ReelWhere is God when we make mistakes? Stephen Daniel has been in Student ministry for nearly two decades. He and Ryan share funny stories of when they blew it big time in ministry, but God was still faithful.
2021-02-2121 min
PVN CollegePodcast Episode 14: The Office vs. SeinfeldDid we solve the debate? Probably not. From Bears, Beets, and Battlestar Galactica to yadda yadda yadda and a show about nothing. Ryan and our guest Bob Agan try to answer America's burning question: "What's the greatest sitcom of all time?"
2020-11-3013 min
TransformedTransformed Interviews - Ryan MatherlyRyan Matherly joins us for a conversation about ministry and theological education.
For more resources from Transformed check out https://transformed.shorter.edu/
For information on Shorter University go to shorter.edu
2020-10-2322 min
PVN StudentsBe Angry But Do Not SinRyan walks us through a verse in Psalm 4, reminding us that anger is not always bad, but we should always be careful.
2020-09-1628 min
PVN CollegeRevelation: IntroductionIf you missed our introduction to Revelation for Sunday School, listen to it here!
This week Ryan introduces the book.
2020-08-2335 min
PVN StudentsRuth Part 7: My Ways Are Higher...In our final Ruth sermon, Ryan walks us through the end of the story. Ruth chapter 4 reveals that not only at the personal level, but in the grand picture of scripture, God has been working all along.
2020-06-0326 min
PVN CollegeJames Part 21: Enduring To The EndJames has taught us so much about suffering, about obedience, about the practical Christian life. And now he finishes with a timely message for our confusing days: Keep going!
Here is the link to the article mentioned in Ryan's sermon: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/one-essential-oil
2020-04-0838 min
PVN StudentsThe Big Issue I: The Meaning of MarriageNote: This messsage was given to High School only. Dating points to Marriage. So what is Marriage? Why is it important? Ryan introduces us to our new series by looking at God's Word in Matthew 19 and Genesis 2.
2020-03-0434 min
PVN CollegeJames Part 16: Control Your Tongue - 5 WaysJames tells us that a key to the Church thriving and surviving in any age is the ability to control what we say and how we say it. We walk through 5 ways to do this. Most importantly James reminds us that ultimately we do not need a new process, we need a new heart.
(Note: Any time Ryan says James 2 it is actually James 3)
2020-02-2739 min
PVN StudentsThe Prodigal Son Pt. 1In perhaps the most famous story about Jesus' love for sinners, Ryan walks us through a Father's love for his lost son.
2019-10-0232 min
PVN StudentsUntangling Anxiety: Q & AYou asked, we answered! For the last 2 weeks you have been submitting questions about anxiety, phobias, friendships and parents. For our final segment, Ryan and Brent try to answer.
2019-05-1546 min
PVN StudentsStories: Diary of A Lost Church KidIn our final story, Pastor Ryan shares his testimony about how Jesus Christ came running after him to save him even though Ryan was a Church kid who wanted everything to do with getting married and nothing to do with Jesus.
2019-03-0636 min
PVN CollegeThe Struggle Is Real: JosephWhere is God in our daily problems and stress? Does He care about the small things? Ryan walks us through part of Joseph's story to show us that He absolutely does.
NOTE: This year we are doing more of a small group feel. You will not be able to hear the verses as students read. We encourage you to have your Bible open and read these verses with us on the recording.
2019-01-1034 min
PVN CollegeIt's About Time Part II: Helpful ToolsManaging and protecting our time is key to managing and protecting our souls. In this sermon, Ryan gives some practical tips from God's Word on how to manage our time.
2018-10-0431 min
PVN CollegeTestimony: Where Is God When It's DarkGuest speaker Ryan Whisenhunt shares a brief testimony and discusses with our pastor about God's presence in suffering.
2018-09-1325 min
PVN CollegeWhere Is God When It's Dark Part II: Blessed Be Your NameGod has so much to teach us in His Word through His servant Job. Ryan takes us through Job chapter 1 as we see how Job reacted and how his heart survived such a devastating trial.
2018-08-3045 min
PVN StudentsThe Prodigal Son: Two Groups One ProblemThe beginning of our Prodigal Son series. Ryan walks us through the first half of Luke 15 leading up to the story.
2018-08-1529 min
PVN StudentsProverbs 7: God's Word & LustLust is something that we all fall victim to, and it can come from our own hearts. How do we escape? Haw do we fight? Ryan uses Solomon's wise words to show us how.
2018-07-1835 min
PVN StudentsProverbs: Wisdom & FaithRyan walks us through the book of Proverbs and explains why having wisdom is the most important part of having faith.
2018-06-2731 min
PVN CollegeJesus & LazarusA Sunday morning sermon. Ryan takes us through John 11 and the story of Jesus bringing Lazarus back from the dead.
2018-06-1021 min
PVN StudentsJesus & LazarusA Sunday Morning sermon. Ryan takes us through John 11 and looks at how Jesus knows our suffering and can comfort us in it.
2018-06-1021 min
PVN StudentsFAQ #4 - What Happens to Babies? / What About Tattoos?Where do infants go when they die?
Should a Christian get tattoos?
What about makeup and body-piercings?
Ryan takes on these questions in tonight's F.A.Q.
2018-04-2535 min
PVN CollegeTransgenderHow do we respond to our Transgender Neighbors? Where should a Christian stand? Guest speaker Russell Matherly answers these questions and more in week 2 of Tough Stuff.
2018-01-2528 min
PVN StudentsPsalm 34: You're All I NeedIn our last Psalm of the summer, Ryan takes us through Psalm 34. In it, David is full of thankfulness for God's provision and grace. In his joy he finds peace, hope, and can't wait to invite others in. Psalm 34 reminds us of God's great love and ultimately points us to the clearest sign of His love: The Cross.
2017-08-0229 min
PVN StudentsPsalm 42: Advil/AnchorStorms will come. Some of us are in the middle of thunder and waves right now. In Psalm 42 the Psalmist feels like his heart has been thrown to the ground. Russell Matherly takes this Psalm and shows us our Savior in it; and reminds us that having Jesus sit with us in the storm can be even better than having the rain stop.
2017-07-2627 min
PVN StudentsPsalm 110: Strong/WeakTo start our Summer in the Psalms series, Ryan takes us through Psalm 110. This Psalm tells us of a King to come who is God and man; and who deserves a throne, but takes a Cross.
2017-06-0735 min
PVN StudentsGoliath #5: What Will People Think?Fitting in is the highest goal in our culture. What people think of us is what defines us. Jesus wants to free us from that. Ryan shows us from Matthew 13 how Jesus changes our hearts to treasure Him so that we can start to worry less about what people think.
2017-04-2629 min
PVN StudentsGoliath #2: AngerWhether it's toward our parents, friends, or life in general - anger is a giant looming over all of us in some way. If we're not careful, it can rob so much of our life. Ryan shows us how Jesus can defeat the Goliath of anger, and make our hearts look more like His.
2017-03-2237 min
PVN StudentsDavid And GoliathIn the start of our new series "Killing Goliath" Ryan takes this ancient story and shows us: how it directly applies to us today and how God has sent a true and better David: Jesus Christ.
2017-03-0832 min
PVN StudentsThe Chains That Free UsWe all have chains. We all have disappointing, sad, and frustrating things in our lives. But what if Jesus is using these things to bring us closer to Him? What if He is using our chains to make us more free? Ryan explains in our final Philippians sermon.
2017-02-0826 min
PVN StudentsTo Live is ChristPart 3 of our Phlippians series: Ryan walks us through the end of Philippians chapter 1 and explains to us Paul's wonderful words: "To live is Christ, and to die is gain."
2016-11-1633 min
PVN StudentsThanksgiving and PrayerIn the first sermon of our Phlippians series, Ryan walks us through the humble, amazing beginnings of the Philippian church. We see Paul's love for them, the idols they worshipped, and how Christ freed them from slavery.
2016-11-0235 min
PVN StudentsYou Asked It... Here's Our AnswerEverything from Tattoos, Crossing the Line, Judas, The Big Bang, Interracial Marriage, and plenty more! Bob and Ryan tackle 11 questions that you've submitted online in an open Q and A that brings this series to a close.
2016-09-2846 min
PVN StudentsIs There Such a Thing as Absolute Truth?The world says that freedom is making up truth for ourselves. Ryan shows that sticking to and believing in God's Truth is the only way to real freedom, safety, and life.
2016-09-1431 min
PVN StudentsWhere Did the Scriptures Come From?How can the Bible be from God if it was written by men? Who wrote the books of the Bible? Why is that important for us? Ryan takes us through these questions in our newest series: FAQ's of Christianity.
2016-08-3136 min
PVN StudentsSummer in the Psalms (Psalm 23)Psalm 23 is the most widely known chapter of the Bible. Both Christians and non-Christians alike can quote David's Psalm word-for-word. But what do those words actually mean? Ryan takes us through each verse as we take a closer look at David, and ourselves.
2016-06-0834 min
PVN StudentsSummer in the Psalms (Psalm 13) Audio OnlyThe first sermon in our Summer in the Psalms series, Ryan walks us through Psalm 13. This Psalm shows us it's ok to have problems, and that God Himself is the answer to those problems.
2016-06-0136 min
PVN StudentsPrayer (Ephesians 3:14 &17)God in all His majesty has given us two ways of communicating with Him: prayer and The Bible. In the second sermon of our "Rooted" series, Ryan connects these two modes of communication and shows how they strengthen us by rooting us in Christ.
2016-05-1130 min
PVN StudentsWoman, behold your son: John 19:26-27On the Cross we see the divine suffering of Jesus, but also His divine love for those around Him, who will soon be part of His Church. In this message Ryan shows us Christ's love for His mother, Mary.
2016-03-0933 min
PVN StudentsThe Big Issue - The Bible & Same Sex Marriage (Audio Only)When asked about Same-Sex Marriage, so many Chrsitans have no idea what the Bible really says. Ryan teaches on some key verses and recommends two great resources.
2016-02-1029 min
PVN StudentsThe Big Issue - Dating in High School (Audio Only)Relationships are more important than we know. Ryan shows what the Bible says about love, dating, and what happens when we do not take these gifts seriously.
2016-01-1335 min
PVN StudentsJonah Part IV - Ignorance & Innocence (Audio Only)In the final part of our Jonah series Ryan tackles one of the most controversial questions in Chrsitianity. What happens to the man who has never heard the gospel?
2015-12-0220 min
PVN StudentsWhere Is God When It's Dark Part III - I Don't Know (Audio Only)In a fallen world, suffering and darkness are a part of the Christian life. Sometimes we just do not have the answers, but God knows, and Ryan explains why that is more than enough.
2015-10-2133 min
PVN StudentsWhere Is God When It's Dark Part II - Abraham Kills Isaac (Audio Only)In suffering we think God has turned His back, but the Cross is God's promise that He will never turn away. Ryan shows the value of God's promises through Abraham and his only son, Isaac.
2015-10-1436 min