Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
The Healing Begins At Home There are few places more personal than our homes. This is where life unfolds. The home is where we eat, rest, laugh, argue, pray, and carry our burdens. It is where we are most ourselves. When someone is coming over, we usually take a moment to straighten things up. Not... Continue Reading →
Introduction: Last week, we followed Jesus to the Sea of Galilee, where He called Peter, Andrew, James, and John. At His simple command, “Follow Me,” they dropped everything. Today, the story continues. Jesus takes His new disciples into Capernaum. Just like in Nazareth, the first thing He does is head straight to the synagogue and... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK I. SAMUEL'S PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY (1 Samuel 12:1-5) Before Saul wore the crown, Israel stood apart. Surrounded by nations that bowed to thrones of gold and marble, Israel bowed to the Living God. While others trusted in chariots and kings, Israel trusted in the voice of the Lord. God Himself was their King,... Continue Reading →
I. The Message of the Kingdom (Mark 1:14–15; Matthew 4:17) When Jesus returns to Galilee, He doesn’t start his preaching ministry softly. He doesn’t warm up with parables or ease into the public square with gentle reassurance. His first words are a command that thunders with urgency: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at... Continue Reading →
I. THE STRUCTURE: A THEOLOGICAL DIPTYCH John 2:14–22 presents two scenes that together unveil a deeper truth about Jesus’ identity and mission. In verses 14–17, Jesus storms the temple courts. He makes a whip, drives out livestock, scatters coins, and flips tables. “Take these things away,” He commands. “Do not make my Father’s house a... Continue Reading →
I. The Weight of a Calling Our passage begins with just five words from John the Baptist. But behind those five words stands a lifetime of longing, preparation, and prophetic expectation. "The next day again John was standing with two of his disciples, and he looked at Jesus as he walked by and said, ‘Behold,... Continue Reading →
Psalm 2:1-2 - The Rage of The Nations Psalm 2 opens with a question that resounds across time and history: "Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the Lord and against His Anointed." The very idea that... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Opening Words: This morning, we focus on the story of Joshua, the leader of Israel, who stood before the formidable walls of Jericho at a pivotal moment in his journey. In that crucial hour, Joshua encountered a divine messenger, an experience that not only deepened his understanding but also redirected his path.... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Introduction: Last week, we left Israel at the foot of Mount Sinai, where the Israelites, freshly delivered from Egypt, witnessed the awe-inspiring presence of God. Amid thunder and lightning, God established a covenant with His people, presenting the Ten Commandments and calling them to be a holy nation. Moses ascended the mountain,... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Introduction: On this glorious Easter morning, we stand in the radiant light of a new dawn and a new beginning. Today, we joyfully commemorate Jesus Christ's resurrection and the life it brings. This momentous event signifies a turning point in the course of human history - a reminder that through Christ's ultimate... Continue Reading →
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