Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
INTRODUCTION: Let me take you back to a prison cell in Egypt. A young Hebrew man sits in the dark. He has been betrayed, forgotten, and condemned. Not because he was guilty, but because he was righteous. His name was Joseph. You may recall the story. He was sold into slavery by his brothers, served... Continue Reading →
I. Jesus’ Growth in Nazareth (Luke 2:39–40) There is a kind of mystery in the years that pass between Jesus' infancy and His public ministry. The Gospels give us snapshots of His birth, then again when He’s twelve, and then the curtain lifts in full in His thirties. We might be tempted to call those... Continue Reading →
The Arrival of the Magi and the Revelation of the True King (Matthew 2:1-12) This account begins “after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king” (Matthew 2:1). As we saw two weeks ago when we examined the Christmas story, the Prophet Micah foretold that this is where Messiah... Continue Reading →
Luke 2:21-38 records the circumcision and naming of Jesus, as well as when the young Jesus was presented in the Temple. It also beautifully illustrates the theme of obedience to God’s law through faith. This passage reminds us that faith is not just about belief but about living in obedience to God. Like those in... Continue Reading →
Introduction: While the Gospel writers provide only a few details about the circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus, they emphasize two key points. First, they make it clear that his birth really happened. They include family lineages, ancestral towns, historical references to Roman emperors and local rulers, and the testimony of eyewitnesses to confirm its... Continue Reading →
Thanksgiving is a word we hear often during this time of year. It’s the centerpiece of the holiday we celebrate tomorrow; a day marked by shared meals, family traditions, and the joy of being together. But Thanksgiving is so much more than turkey and traditions, more than the laughter of loved ones or the warmth... Continue Reading →
Listen to the Cantata Here: LINK In the beginning, before the world was formed, before the stars adorned the heavens, and before time began, there was a divine presence that would bring light to the darkness. In the timeless realm of eternity past, a story of love and redemption was already being written. This is... 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 →
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