Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Opening Scripture 08:05 Expository Preaching and the Book of Romans 15:25 The Consequences of Choosing Sin 39:45 Eternal Life and Freedom as a Slave of God Scripture Romans 6:16-23– Don’t you realize that you become (are) the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living. 17 Thank God! Once you were slaves of sin, but now you wholeheartedly obey this teaching we have given you. 18 Now you are free from your slavery to sin, and you have become slaves to righte ..read more

Summary The sermon starts with the story of Rick Rescorla, who planned the evacuation of Morgan Stanley Bank during the 9/11 attacks and is used as an example of someone who had a plan before a crisis occurred. The sermon also explores the story of Jesus and Peter paying the temple tax, highlighting the importance of following God's instructions and trusting Him to provide. Takeaways Maturity involves not allowing highs to be too high and lows to be too low. Having a plan in place before a crisis occurs is a mark of maturity. Following God's instructions and trusting Him to provide are key i ..read more

In this Sunday School Lesson, Adam Dragoon discusses the importance of truth and the consequences of lying. He emphasizes the need for honesty in our relationships with God and others and the damaging effects of lies on trust and justice. We explore the different types of lies, such as slander and exaggeration, and highlight the connection between lies and the devil. We also address the high price of lies, including the dilution of truth, the destruction of relationships, and separation from God. The sermon concludes with a call to live and worship God in spirit and truth. Chapters 00:00 Prep ..read more

Summary In this sermon, titled 'Get Out and Stay Out,' Pastor Adam explores the concept of new life in Christ and the importance of leaving behind the old self. The speaker emphasizes that the grace of God is powerful enough to cover any sin, but that does not give believers a license to continue in sin. Instead, believers are called to have a funeral for the old self and embrace the newness of life in Christ. The conversation explores the theme of victory and freedom in the Christian faith. It draws parallels between the conquest of cities in the book of Joshua and the believer's journey of o ..read more

Summary The sermon discusses the importance of accountability and the consequences of lacking it, using the story of David and Bathsheba as an example. David's mistakes, such as staying home when he should have been at war and entertaining illicit thoughts, lead to greater sins. The sermon emphasizes the need for convictions and a culture of accountability, where people are willing to stand up to those in authority when they are in the wrong. Surrounding ourselves with people who are in tune with God and His word is crucial for maintaining accountability. The conversation emphasizes the import ..read more

Summary The sermon is based on 1 Samuel 23 and focuses on the importance of relationships in the kingdom of God. Pastor Dragoon emphasizes that the church is built on trust, friendship, and family. He highlights the significance of encouragement and how it can make a difference in someone's life. He discusses the story of David and Jonathan, where Jonathan encourages David to stay strong in his faith. The sermon concludes with the importance of supporting and encouraging one another in the wilderness moments of life. The conversation explores the importance of encouragement and support in rela ..read more

When God says not to steal, what is he really saying? Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Reading of Scriptures 03:02 Exploring the Eighth Commandment: 'Thou Shalt Not Steal' 11:21 The Shift from Ownership to Subscription 33:39 The Principle of Ownership and Stewardship 44:58 Conclusion and Invitation Takeaways Stealing has evolved in the modern world, shifting from ownership to subscription-based models. God wants us to be good stewards of what He has given us and to take care of our possessions. The higher ethic is to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. We should examine oursel ..read more

CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: Living in Desperate Times 06:47 The Story of the Three Hebrew Boys 10:10 Identifying the Idols in Today's Society 25:01 The Church as an Insurgent Movement: Influencing the Culture 29:25 Navigating the Negative Environment 30:25 The Impact of the COVID Pandemic 32:44 The Story of Jack Phillips 37:14 God's Defense of the Faithful 39:39 The Power of Courageous Christians SUMMARY The sermon discusses the story of the three Hebrew boys in the book of Daniel and relates it to the challenges believers face today. It emphasizes the need for Christians to stand firm in th ..read more

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Were you blessed by this message? Please invest in this ministry with a generous donation: ⁠https://give.vbph.church⁠ Want to read through the Bible with us this year? Join our YouVersion Bible Reading Plan here: ⁠http://bit.ly/VBPH-BiblePlan-2024⁠ Please let us know how this message has influenced you by connecting with us using one of these options: Email: ⁠info@vbph.org⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://facebook.com/vbph.church⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/vbph.church⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/vbph_church⁠ Website: ⁠https://vbph.church⁠ Are you in Hampton Roads and want to visit our church ..read more