Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
Faithful in Enemy Territory When we step into 1 Samuel 27–30, we find David in one of the hardest seasons of his life. He is still running from Saul, and he is worn out. In 1 Samuel 27:1 we hear him say to himself, “Now I shall perish one day by the hand of Saul”(ESV). That... Continue Reading →
God's Provision in the Ordinary Have you ever cried out for a miracle and felt abandoned when nothing changed? That is exactly where we find David in 1 Samuel chapter 21. The giant-slayer is now a fugitive. He is desperate. He is hungry. He is alone. When David arrives in the city of Nob, the... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Introduction: What do you do when a leader you trusted fails you? It happens everywhere: in boardrooms, in churches, in families. One moment you are inspired by their vision, the next you are left picking up the pieces of disillusionment. That sense of betrayal stings. It feels like grief. And it clouds... Continue Reading →
On Sunday, we began the journey into Holy Week with a special Choral Cantata service, with reading that followed the story or redemption from Genesis to Revelation. This Week marks the final days of Jesus Christ’s earthly ministry: a journey of love, sacrifice, and redemption. These six devotionals are designed to guide you through the major... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Welcome: Last week we concluded our series on the Sermon on the Mount. Today we’re turning to the passion narrative of Christ as we move towards the celebration of Easter. This morning we will be in Matthew 26:17–30, where Jesus shares His final meal with His disciples before the cross. Scripture Reading: Matthew... Continue Reading →
Absalom's Betrayal Psalm 3 draws us into one of the darkest and most painful moments of King David’s life. According to its inscription, David composed this psalm while fleeing from his son Absalom, who had rebelled against him and seized the throne (2 Samuel 15–16). The anointed king of Israel, the man after God’s own... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Opening: For the past few weeks, we have journeyed through the book of Judges, a dark chapter in Israel’s history when “everyone did what was right in his own eyes” (Judges 17:6). Today, we focus on Abimelech, the son of Gideon, who lacked his father’s reverence for God. Instead, Abimelech was driven... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Living in obedience to God doesn't come without its challenges. One of the most difficult trials we face is criticism, and it's inevitable that those who seek to live out their faith will encounter it. We might expect to face opposition from the world, but when criticism comes from those... Continue Reading →
Holy Week, which leads up to Easter, is a deeply significant time for Christians, marking the final week of Jesus Christ's life on Earth. Below are six devotionals that cover the major events of Holy Week, designed to facilitate reflection, discussion, and prayer. Palm Sunday: Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem Read: Matthew 21:1-11 Devotional: Imagine... Continue Reading →
Cantata Audio: LINK What follows is a script for our Palm Sunday Easter Cantata for 2024. The dramatic readings were interspersed with songs as noted. Welcome/Introduction: Welcome to our Easter Cantata, a musical journey through the final week of Jesus' earthly ministry. As we gather here today, we embark on a narrative voyage, tracing the... Continue Reading →
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