Pastor at Dover Baptist Church in Goochland, VA.
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. 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 →
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 They include family lineages, ancestral towns, historical references to Roman emperors and local rulers, and the testimony of eyewitnesses to confirm its...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 →
Series Introduction: If this is your first time joining us, you picked a great Sunday to come. We just finished a sermon series focused on some of the various people Jesus encountered during his earthly ministry, and we are now transitioning into a new series called “Journey to the Cross” where we will look at... Continue Reading →
For me, one of the small joys of autumn is the sudden emergence of the beautiful red flowers, known in my part of the country as "spider lilies." Recently I learned that these flowers are actually an invasive species that originated in South Eastern Asia. This gorgeous red weed eventually made its way to the... Continue Reading →
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