Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
I. Saul’s First Mistake: He Did Not Wait on God (1 Samuel 13:1-23) We all know how difficult it can be to wait on God. We probalby know how hard it is to wait on a job offer, a diagnosis, or direction in life. Waiting tests us like nothing else. 1 Samuel 13 is about... Continue Reading →
Introduction: Before Jesus preached a sermon, before He healed the sick, called the disciples, or walked on water, He went into the wilderness. He didn’t wander there by accident. Mark tells us in Mark 1:12, “The Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness.” Now pause right there. That’s not how we usually imagine the... Continue Reading →
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 Series Introduction: As we continue our journey through the wilderness alongside the Israelites, let us reflect on their story. Last week, we discussed Exodus 32, where the Israelites, in their impatience, created and worshipped a golden calf, betraying their covenant with God. Despite their rebellion, God's grace prevailed. He renewed His covenant... Continue Reading →
Sermon Audio: LINK Series Introduction: In our scripture passage today, we join the Israelites on their journey through the harsh wilderness, having just escaped the bonds of Egyptian slavery. Initially filled with the joy of freedom, the Israelites soon struggled under the weight of hunger, thirst, and mounting doubts. As we’ve seen over the last... Continue Reading →
Should Every Church Have A Regular Prayer Service? In the contemporary church landscape, where the allure of new and visually impactful ministries often overshadows more traditional practices, the significance of corporate prayer remains paramount. Despite facing perceptions of being old-fashioned or concerns about its relevance in today's fast-paced society, corporate prayer is a foundational activity... Continue Reading →
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