Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
Sermon Audio: LINK Introduction: For the past few weeks, we’ve been walking through the Sermon on the Mount, spending time reflecting on the Beatitudes. We’ve explored what it means to be poor in spirit, to mourn over sin, and to hunger and thirst for righteousness; each building upon the other to shape us for a... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Welcome: This morning, as we continue our journey through the Sermon on the Mount, I want to invite you to pause for a moment and think about the most godly person you know. Picture someone whose love for God and for others is so genuine, so unmistakably real, that it has left... Continue Reading →
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 →
Introduction to the Psalms: The Book of Psalms holds a unique and cherished place in Scripture. Unlike any other book in the Bible, the Psalms are written as prayers and songs directed to God, offering us a timeless treasure for communion with Him. While other parts of Scripture teach us how to pray, such as... Continue Reading →
"Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that have been accomplished among us, just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word have delivered them to us, it seemed good to me also, having followed all things closely for some time past, to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, that you may have certainty concerning... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Welcome: Today, we embark on a new sermon series focused on the Sermon on the Mount, found in Matthew chapters 5 through 7. However, I’d like to devote this morning to setting the stage and laying a foundation that will support us as we explore Jesus’ teachings in the weeks ahead. As... Continue Reading →
Audio: LINK Introduction: Tonight, I’d like to pose a question that might sound odd, considering why we’re all here. Imagine, just for a moment, that you had never heard the Christmas story, that you knew nothing of Jesus Christ or the good news He brings. All you knew is that tonight, the very Son of... Continue Reading →
AUDIO: LINK MUSIC: Acoustic Beginning - Simple and Singable PASTOR CROWDER: Good morning, and welcome to the annual Dover Baptist Christmas Cantata. Today, we embark on a journey through the ages, celebrating the mystery, the wonder, and the majesty of Christ’s birth. Our first hymn this morning is the beloved: “Oh Come, Oh Come, Emmanuel.”... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Welcome: During Advent, we reflect on the moment when Jesus was born in Bethlehem, God entering our broken world with grace and redemption. Yet, Advent doesn't end at the manger. It directs our hearts beyond the gifts and celebrations, pointing us toward the greater promise of His return. Advent invites us to... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Advent is a sacred season of reflection and preparation, offering the Church an opportunity to pause and align our hearts and lives with God’s redemptive plan. It stands as a bridge between two pivotal moments in Christ’s story: His humble incarnation in Bethlehem and His victorious return in glory. During Advent, we... Continue Reading →
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