Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
Introduction: The Gospel of John stands apart from the other Gospel accounts. While the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) provide detailed historical narratives of Christ’s life and ministry, John’s Gospel focuses on the spiritual and theological significance of Christ’s identity and mission. Theologians like John Calvin have described John’s gospel as the “soul” of... 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: The story of Joseph is one of the most remarkable and inspiring tales in all scripture. It is a story that demonstrates the transformative power of forgiveness and highlights the sovereignty of God. Even during Joseph's darkest hours, God's plan for his life was unfolding, and the end result was... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Joseph's life has been marked by a series of remarkable events and trials. He was the favored son of Jacob and was adorned with a coat of many colors, which sparked jealousy among his brothers. His own kin betrayed and sold him into slavery, after which he found himself in... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Last week, we turned our focus to Joseph, a young man filled with dreams that God had placed in his heart, who was cruelly and abruptly thrust into slavery by his own brothers. However, we must remember that Joseph's journey is not only about the hardships he endured but the... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Today marks a shift in our focus away from the life of Jacob to the captivating story of his beloved son, Joseph. In our previous series, we followed Jacob's remarkable journey, one punctuated by a multitude of hardships, ultimately guiding him back to the land of his birth. Through faith... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: Link Series Introduction: Today, as we conclude our sermon series on the life of Jacob, we are confronted with a pivotal moment of reckoning, reconciliation, and redemption. Jacob's journey, marked by its struggles and conflicts, has been one that many of us can relate to. From the very beginning, his life was embroiled... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Jacob's life is a tale woven with identity crises, sibling rivalry, and spiritual growth. He was born as the younger twin and given a name meaning "supplanter" or "heel-grabber,” foreshadowing how his life would be characterized by cunning and trickery. Jacob's journey led him through a series of family conflicts,... Continue Reading →
Series Introduction: Last week, we focused on the parting of Jacob and Laban. Laban's selfishness, Jacob's fear and conflict-avoidant nature, and Rachel's idolatry almost led to a violent conflict between their families. Thankfully, God intervened, and both families were able to depart in peace. We saw how God often protects us in unseen ways, how... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: Last week, we delved into the life of Jacob, discovering a story of intricate family dynamics, envy, disloyalty, and divine intervention. As we accompanied Jacob and his loved ones, we observed their struggles, the disputes that arose, and the tribulations that challenged their faith. However, amidst all the obstacles, our... Continue Reading →
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