Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
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 →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: On this fifth Sunday of Lent, we come together to continue our journey through the Psalms. Our focus this morning is on Psalm 130, which reminds us that God's mercy and forgiveness are available to us in our darkest moments. As Christians, we can find true freedom from sin and... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Today is the fourth Sunday of our sermon series, “The Songs of Lent." During this Lenten season, we have been on a journey through the Psalms, ancient songs that have guided the people of God through centuries of worship, reflection, and repentance. Today, we will focus on Psalm 23, also... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Today begins the third week of Lent, and I’m excited to continue our sermon series called "The Songs of Lent." Each week, we explore a different Psalm to help us get closer to God's heart and better understand the depth of His love shown through Christ's sacrifice. This week, we're... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Welcome to the second Sunday of Lent! During our forty-day journey to Easter, we will be exploring the Psalms in a series called "The Songs of Lent." This week, we will focus on Psalm 121, a powerful reminder to trust in the Lord's provision, even in the face of dangers... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: As fallen human beings, we tend to forget things easily. We get distracted by the world around us and can only keep a few essential things in our minds at one time. But what happens when we forget God? I don't mean forgetting that He exists but forgetting to make... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: During our sermon series on the parables of Jesus, we have covered various themes that are central to the Christian faith. We have learned about stewardship, mercy, generosity, gospel urgency, and persistence in faith. Today, we will conclude our series with the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.... Continue Reading →
Should Every Church Have A Regular Prayer Service? In the contemporary church landscape, where the allure of new and visually impactful ministries often overshadows more traditional practices, the significance of corporate prayer remains paramount. Despite facing perceptions of being old-fashioned or concerns about its relevance in today's fast-paced society, corporate prayer is a foundational activity... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: This morning, we will continue our sermon series on the Parables of Jesus. Today, we will explore the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, which can be found in Luke 16:19-31. This powerful parable urges us to examine our priorities and how we respond to those in need around us... Continue Reading →
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