Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
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 Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:5-15 ESV And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray,... 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 Welcome: Last week, we were introduced to the Kingdom of God, the central theme of Jesus's teachings. We delved into the very first word of His earthly ministry: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand” (Matthew 4:17). Together, we reflected on the meaning of repentance, not merely feeling regret for... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Opening: The account of Samson, begins with the promise of a man set apart by God from birth as a Nazirite, consecrated for holiness and service. Empowered by the Spirit of the Lord, Samson was granted extraordinary physical strength to deliver Israel from its enemies. However, in Judges 16, we witness the... 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 →
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