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Join us this Sunday as we continue our sojourn through the Psalms with Psalm 13.
Psalm 13 takes us on a journey from sorrow to trust. David cries out with honest questions, bringing his fears, pain, and struggles before the Lord. Yet, by the end of the psalm, his heart is filled with confidence in God's unfailing love.
"But I have trusted in Your faithful love; my heart will rejoice in Your deliverance." — Psalm 13:5
No matter how long the night seems, God remains faithful. Come and be encouraged as we discover how lament can become praise and how trust in the Lord sustains us through every season.
"How lovely is Your dwelling place, O Lord of hosts!" — Psalm 84:1
The journey continues.
This Sunday, Pastor Joel will lead us through Psalm 84, a beautiful song of longing that reminds us there is no place like the presence of God. When our hearts are set on Him, even the hardest journeys become paths of blessing.
Whether you've been with us each week or this is your first time, we'd love for you to join us as we continue our sojourn through the Psalms.
here are a lot of voices competing for our attention every day. Opinions change. Culture shifts. The news never stops. It can be hard to know what to hold onto.
The good news? God's Word never changes.
This week, we explored Psalm 119 and were reminded that Scripture is trustworthy, life-giving, and a steady foundation no matter what we're facing.
This Sunday, we continue our sojourn through Book of Psalms as we turn to Psalm 2
“Two Tables”
From the very beginning, humanity has wrestled with one question…
Whose authority will we choose to sit under?
The world says:
“Let us break their chains and throw off their restraints.”
But Heaven reminds us that true freedom is not found in resisting God…
It is found in surrendering to the King.
There are two tables before us.
One built on rebellion.
One prepared in obedience.
Which table are you choosing?
📖 “Let us break their chains and throw off their shackles.”
— Psalm 2:3
Join us this Sunday as we continue walking through the Psalms and discovering the beauty, warning, and hope found in God’s Word.
Join us as we begin a powerful journey through the book of Psalms — a sojourn through songs of worship, wisdom, prayer, and the heart of God.
Today, we begin with Psalm 1:
Walk • Stand • Sit
Where we choose to walk…What we choose to stand in…And where we allow ourselves to sit…
All shape the direction of our lives.
Will we follow the pattern of the world…
Or delight in the way of the Lord?
“Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked… but whose delight is in the law of the Lord.”— Psalm 1
Come worship with us as we begin this journey together.
Jesus said: “Whoever feeds on me… has eternal life.”
Join us this Sunday as we open the Gospel of John and behold the glory of the One who is the true Bread from Heaven.
Scripture Reading: John 6:52
Come hungry for the Word.
As we close out The Lampstand Series, we look to the power of the Gospel advancing through faithful obedience, Spirit-filled witness, and steadfast preaching.
This week’s message focuses on:
Patient Gospel PreachingThe Witness of the Holy SpiritMinistry Cross-Pollination
The Gospel spreads when believers remain faithful, encourage one another, and allow the Holy Spirit to work through the Church together. Even in difficult places and seasons, the Word of God continues to prevail.
Join us this Sunday as we finish this series together and celebrate the power of Christ moving through His people.
Readings from: Act 19:1-20
What Are Spiritual Gifts?
Spiritual gifts are special packages of grace that Christ freely gives to His Church.
Not for pride.
Not for performance.
But to equip believers, strengthen the Church, and reveal Christ through His people.
Each person has been given grace with purpose.
When we walk in the gifts God has given us, the body grows stronger, healthier, and more united.
Readings: Ephesians 4:7–16
A Gospel-filled life is not passive—it’s a battlefield.
We are called to stand firm in the strength of the Lord and to pray at all times.
Spiritual warfare isn’t fought with our own power, but through faith, truth, righteousness, and the Word of God.
Stand against the schemes of the enemy
Stay alert and pray without ceasing
Victory doesn’t come from striving—it comes from standing in Christ.
Scripture Reading: Ephesians 6:10–20
Everyone wants a King like Jesus… but are we willing to be His laborers?
“The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.”
Pray that the Lord sends workers into His harvest.
To be an effective witness, it starts in one place, encountering God through the Holy Spirit in prayer.
Let’s not just admire the mission… let’s step into it.
📖 Readings: Matthew 9:35–38, 10:1 | Colossians 4:3–4
Church isn’t about us—it’s about God.
Altar | Table | Road
At the altar, we surrender.
At the table, we gather and receive.
On the road, we go where He leads.
We don’t come to church just to be filled—we come to be willing. Willing to carry what God places on our hearts. Willing to share in His burden and His mission.
Scripture Readings: Acts 13:1 - reminds us that when believers gather, worship, and listen, God speaks—and He sends.
Come ready. Come open. Come expecting.
Live Without Blinders
From the breath of life in Genesis to the Spirit that raises what was dry and lifeless—God is still breathing today.
Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Psalm 104:29, John 20:22, Ezekiel 37:1, 9–10, 2 Timothy 3:16–17
See clearly. Live fully. Be awakened by His Spirit.
He is risen! ✝️
Thank you for celebrating Easter Sunday with us as we remember the victory of Jesus from Luke 24. Death is defeated, hope is alive, and our King is making all things new! 🌅👑
This Palm Sunday message from John 12:1–19 explores the heart of corporate worship and what it truly means to honor Jesus.
Worship is more than singing—it is the right recognition of God's worth. True worship is a sacrifice that costs us something, including laying down our pride so Christ can be lifted higher.
Join us as we reflect on what it means to worship together with humility and surrender. 🌿
We’re honored to welcome guest speaker Pastor David Malcolm with a powerful message for the Church:
"The Rhythm of a Prophetic Community"
Discover what it truly means to live as a prophetic people and the impact it has when a community moves in spiritual unity and purpose.
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 6
Join us for this week's message as we reflect on what it truly means to enjoy God and live from His overflow.
God didn't just create us to serve Him — He created us to know Him, enjoy Him, and walk closely with Him.
Jesus said "My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me."
Maybe you've been in a season of hiding, discouragement, or spiritual winter. But God is calling you out of the cave.
Winter is over. Spring is here. It's time to step back into His presence.
Take a moment to reflect:
Do I truly enjoy God? Is He the source of my joy?
Readings:
1 Kings 19:1–9
Revelation 2
Join us for Pastor Tyler’s message today.
The Church is not a cruise ship — it’s a battleship. Battleships are meant to take ground for the Kingdom of God. While the nations rage, Scripture reminds us that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, authorities, the powers of this dark world, and the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
Be encouraged and equipped as we unpack what it means for the Church to stand firm and advance God’s Kingdom.
Scripture readings:
Revelation 12
Psalm 2
Ephesians 6:12.
Join us for a powerful time in the Word with our special guest, Pastor Steven.
In this message, we dive into Gospel of Matthew 18:1–9, where Jesus challenges us to embrace humility, become like children, and take seriously the responsibility we have toward one another. This passage reminds us what true greatness looks like in the Kingdom of Heaven and calls us to examine our hearts with honesty and faith.
Whether you’re watching on YouTube or listening on our podcast, we pray this teaching encourages, convicts, and strengthens your walk with Christ.
In this powerful service from February 22, 2026, we reflect on the Scripture reading from Book of Revelation 1:9–20, where John shares his vision of Christ standing among the lampstands.
God’s desire for His Church is clear: we are called to be a lampstand. By nature, a lampstand is made to burn—it exists to carry and host the flame. In the same way, the Church is designed to host the very presence and fire of God.
This message explores what it means to carry His light, to remain burning, and to faithfully shine in a dark world. The lampstand does not create the flame—it sustains and displays it. As believers, we are called to be vessels that uphold the light of Christ so others may see Him clearly.
Join us as we examine our calling to burn brightly, steward His presence, and stand as lampstands in our generation.
This week, we’re diving into the Word of God and exploring what it means to wrestle with God through the story of Jacob. In Genesis 28:13–15, 20–22, we see God meet Jacob in a moment of uncertainty and speak powerful promises over his life.
We’ll also reflect on the heartfelt prayer in Psalms 102:1–9—a reminder that wrestling often begins with honest cries to God.
If you’re in a season of struggle, waiting, or holding onto God’s promises, this message is for you. Join us as we discover His faithfulness in the middle of the wrestle.
In this consecration service, we journey through Matthew 25:1–13 and reflect on what it means to stay awake, prepared, and filled with oil. May this word stir us to deeper consecration and faithful living.
Please join us as we welcome the new year with Pastor Tyler’s first sermon of 2026.
Together, we will reflect on God’s Word through readings from
Genesis 4:1–7, Romans 12:9, and Psalm 119.
We invite you to come worship, listen, and begin the year grounded in faith and love.
Join us this Sunday as Pastor Joel delivers a powerful and timely message titled “Am I Different?”
As we usher in the New Year, this message invites us to pause and reflect:
Am I different today than I was before?
Are we living as God has called us to live, set apart and transformed for His purpose?
Through Scripture, Pastor Joel challenges us to examine our hearts, our witness, and our walk with God as we step into a new season.
We pray this message encourages reflection, growth, and renewal as you begin the New Year.
Scripture Readings:
- Proverbs 25:26 & 28
- Exodus 19:6
- 1 Peter 2:9–12
- 2 Samuel 12:14
- Psalm 74:11
- Jeremiah 17:9–10
Join us on this special Sunday, we’re continuing our Advent Series with the final series, LOVE, and it’s a special one!
Our Children’s Church will be singing and reading the beautiful story of the birth of Jesus.
Come celebrate the joy, hope, and wonder of the season with us.
Scripture Reading: Luke 2:1–20
Join us with Pastor Tyler as we continue our Advent journey, focusing on Joy. True joy isn’t happiness—it’s a deep, Spirit-produced reality that sustains us through the wilderness of this world when we rightly see Jesus as the Christ.
Readings: Luke 1:39–45 | John 17:20–23
This Christmas season, Pastor Tyler invites you into a special Advent journey as we reflect on Hope, Joy, and Love—the beautiful gifts God gives us through Jesus.We pray this series encourages you, strengthens your faith, and fills your heart with the true meaning of Christmas.
Please join us for the final part in our Sacred Spaces series | The Word of God Prevailed
Join us as we continue our series of Sacred Space: Gods Blueprint for the Church on Earth
Join us for Part 5 as we enter into the 2nd phase of Sacred Space: God's Blueprint for the Church on the Earth.
Join us as we continue part 4 of Pastor Tyler's message on Sacred Space | God's Blueprint for the Church on Earth
God doesn’t just dwell in buildings—He desires to dwell within us. In Part 3, we explore the altar as a symbol of surrender and how we, the Church, become His sacred dwelling place.
In Part 2, we’re diving into God’s heart—what He truly desires His Church to be.
Not just a building, but a people shaped by His presence, walking in His purpose.
Let’s discover the Church through His eyes.
"Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God, which he obtained with his own blood."
- Acts 20:28
Join us for this powerful and heartfelt episode as we celebrate the installation of Pastor Tyler and his family into their new season of ministry. Drawing from Acts 13 and Acts 20, this sacred moment is rooted in the biblical example of commissioning leaders who are called by the Holy Spirit and affirmed by the church.
In this special service, we recognize Pastor Tyler’s divine calling as the:
Lead Proclaimer – boldly declaring the truth of God’s Word,
Lead Protector – faithfully guarding the flock against spiritual danger, and
Lead Prayer – continually interceding on behalf of the church and community.
As the church lays hands and prays over Pastor Tyler and his family, we invite you to witness the unity, responsibility, and joy that mark this holy appointment. Whether you're a part of the congregation or listening from afar, may this episode stir your heart toward deeper faith and renewed commitment to the mission of Christ.
Please join us in listening to Pastor Dr. Gary Butler's final sermon with us during this transitional season.
Pastor Gary challenges us to reflect on the moments in our lives when God calls us to step out in faith, even when the waters seem uncertain and the risks feel overwhelming. We’ll dive into the themes of trust, obedience, and courage as we learn how to recognize when it's time to leave the comfort of the boat and follow Jesus, even if it means stepping into the unknown.
Are you ready to take that leap? This message will inspire you to trust God in every storm, knowing that He is always right there with you, even when the waves are high.
This week, Dr. Butler shares on "Defying Gravity" and unpacks the steps by which the church stays committed and strong through pastoral transition.
This Father's Day, Dr. Gary Butler shares how we can bless our heavenly father's heart.
Dr. Gary Butler shares lessons from Christ's last supper and the example Christ shared in serving.
This week, Benjamin Rainey shares on the Lord's work in believers making us ready for Him.
This week, we celebrate the service and heart of our founding Pastor. For 27 years, Pastor Bernie and Genia have faithfully and authentically led our church to experience the presence of God and be transformed by His Word.
Pastor Bernie shares his final message as senior pastor.
Pastor B unpacks the curious change we see from the people in Jerusalem from Palm Sunday to Passover and Crucifixion. Listen in to be challenged deeply with the commands, warnings and encouragement from scripture.
Pastor B shares the fact that while people may look on the outside, God looks at the heart.
This week, Pastor B describes the meaning and processes behind our vision to see Positive measurable transformation in the lives of individuals and families. He also takes time to share lessons along the path of over two decades in ministry and gives ideas about how to improve your own life and those around you.
CVAG Church Message by Mark Byerly.
For more information about CVAG Church, visit: cvagchurch.com
This week, we're pleased to host a special guest. Bobby Basham is the director of Church Development and Revitalization for the Potomac District of the Assemblies of God.
Anthony Saladino shares on the Fear of The Lord and our response to God's call and His presence. Anthony works with his wife Michelle and their family with Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship at the campus of Virginia Tech. For more information about Virginia Tech Chi Alpha, visit: http://vtxa.com/
This is a recording of the live Christmas program at CVAG Church featuring worship, kids songs, and puppets. Merry early Christmas!
Pastor B describes the gap between the old life and the new life of a believer and encourages listeners to look at who they are in Christ. Do you wrestle with feeling inadequate? Do you feel like you could never do anything special for God? Listen to this episode and be challenged to see yourself as God describes you and act accordingly.
Don't Quit! Pastor Bernie Newcomb looks through the book of Job and encourages listeners to stay faithful. No matter what happens, don't quit!
In This Episode, Pastor Joel Harris shares from his own experiences and gives a description of what the Bible says the true temple is and how we should live as believers.
In this episode, Pastor Bernie Newcomb speaks on the sacrifice paid by men and women in history for our freedom and our Christian faith.
In Episode 4 of our American Heritage series, Pastor Bernie Newcomb details the part clergy played in our nation's beginnings. Revolutionaries and revivalists served dynamic roles in the early stages of the formation of the United States.
This Father's Day, we look at our national history as we continue our American Heritage series.
Many of the founders of the United States seemed gripped with the responsibility of their position and the task they had to undertake. In this episode, we look at the foundational core truths these men seemed to live with as they made decisions that would affect our nation for centuries.
The history of the United States has recently been looked at with a critical and skeptical lens. During this series, Pastor Bernie unpacks facts about America's founders and context to history that has been forgotten or ignored by the general public. Explore surprising truths about America's legacy.
How do we process what is from God vs what isn't? In this episode, Pastor Bernie Newcomb walks through scripture and life experience as we distinguish the difference between the Holy Spirit's work and things other than Holy Spirit.
This Mothers Day, Pastor Bernie opens scripture and shares stories from the past to show that some qualities of motherhood can be lived out in a spiritual way as we care and give the gospel to others.
In this episode, Pastor Bernie explores whether or not people should fear God. There are numerous examples of songs, sermons and writings that say we should not fear God. Is there ever a time when people should? What did Jesus really teach about fear? We investigate what the Bible says about fear and more in this episode.
In this episode, Pastor Bernie explains church government and the ways we stay accountable in a local church body. At the end of service, leaders ordain Mr. Seth Bean as a new elder in the local CVAG Church family.
Who gets in to heaven? Everyone dies, but how can we be sure if we'll make it to heaven after we breathe our last breath? In this episode, Pastor Bernie Newcomb explains the way we make it to heaven. It's more than just believing in God and we want to be sure we're in.
Hard times in life are tough and few of us enjoy them. People sometimes refer to lessons learned in hard seasons. In this episode, Pastor Bernie goes through scripture to see what we can expect from hard seasons.
How does someone please God? What does He want when we worship? Almighty God, creator of the universe, is looking for something in His interactions with mankind. Scripture tells us what that is. In this episode, Pastor Bernie looks at types of worship and shows what scripture reveals about what kind of worship God is looking for.
On the eve of 25 Years of CVAG Church, Pastor Bernie reflects on our history and lessons we've learned along the way.
In this episode, we explore the ideas of Pentecost and Revival through the ages. "God Encounters", "Renewal", "Re-firing", "Spiritual Refreshing", and "Awakening" are all terms that individuals use to describe as experiences with God. Each person may have a different perspective and reaction when it comes to Revival. What seems normal to one person may be completely bizarre to another. What should revival look like? How do we know if something is really God or not? Will we recognize it? In this episode, Pastor Bernie looks through scripture and history for patterns and measurements for revival.
The books of prophets in the Bible mention the term "yoke". This has been associated with various types of "bonds" or restraints that may force a lifestyle of habit or conditioning. In this episode, Pastor Bernie unpacks this term and shares an opportunity that exists for those who walk with Christ and rely on His Spirit.
The Bible gives a title of a leader who stands in opposition to God and His people. Scripture refers to "The Assyrian" in multiple passages. These references tell us what kind of opposition this leader gives and how believers should respond. In this episode, Pastor Bernie Newcomb tells who he believes the Bible is referring to and what we should take from these references.
James and Becca Snyder are new missionaries with Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) working in Haiti. To find out more information on these two new missionaries and support their work, visit maf.org.
In this episode, Pastor Bernie talks about the most important battlefield in our Spiritual Battles: The battlefield of obedience. Listen as we discover the truth about how our decisions affect what influences us.
Everywhere we look, many people are busier now than ever. When we look at last year and the year to come, we examine three questions: 1. What benefit was in all of your business? 2. Did those things satisfy you? 3. Was there some lasting value? 4. Would you do those things again?
In this episode, we look to scripture to answer some cultural issues of our time. Pastor B looks at the life of Nehemiah.
With any transition in life, we may ask what we could improve. In this message, Pastor Bernie talks about our mindset and immediate action.
On this episode, Pastor Bernie talks through how nothing is impossible with God. The Bible explains that we should be a people of hope and faith. We should pursue God in every time and season believing that God can do anything, no matter how difficult.
Tim Burkett shares how God has called us to shine in this time and season. Tim uses parallels he feels the Lord showed him from time on the farm. Listen as he shares this image.
How does God guide us? Let's look through scripture to see what we can expect if we walk with God and obey his word. This week's episode contains practical advice taken from the beginnings of our church. Pastor Bernie walks listeners through truths in scripture and shows that God's plan is often given one step at a time.
Do you ever wish you were someone else or had someone else's gifts? God made you unique and one-of-a-kind with a purpose and meaning for life. Let's see what the Bible has to say about it...
Have you ever looked back and thought, "I wish I would've done things differently."? In this episode we look through scripture for how we should handle regret and moving on from mistakes and missed opportunities.
This week, Associate Pastor Joel Harris speaks about keeping faith that doesn't quit, no matter what.
This week, we are pleased to host Frank Potter as he shares about God's plan and His work in the world today. God is moving in this world. The question is, are you "All In"?
No matter where you've been and no matter how bad the situation, God can make all things new. None of us deserve God's forgiveness and there's nothing we can do to earn it. What happens when someone with a past you know of receives forgiveness? Will you celebrate God's work in their life or will you hold on to the past? During this episode, we remember that none of us our innocent. We all need mercy and we never deserve it.
This episode, we're joined by David Sedaca, a messianic jewish writer and professor. He discusses the uniqueness and verifiability of the Gospel of Christ as it centers on the resurrection.
The Bible teaches us that sin can only paid for by blood. What is so special about blood? If we understand why the blood of Jesus is so powerful, we may appreciate His sacrifice in a new way. This message unpacks this mystery in the Bible.
How does God treat nations that turn against Him? While Christ first came as a servant, the Bible is clear that God will eventually judge a nation that embraces evil. Christ will eventually deal with all sin. How do we live as believers in our current time?
Think about some of the great people of faith throughout the ages. It is clear God has used people powerfully to demonstrate His goodness. While you may not feel equal in rank or accomplishment, it's important to remember that everything miraculous serves the purpose of revealing the goodness of God. It's about His grace.
How capable do you feel? How talented? How accomplished? How special? Does God choose the "best" for His work? In this message, Pastor Bernie talks through how God chooses the foolish things to blow the mind of the wise.
People love contests and battle stories. Sometimes, the most loved contests are those which take all the contestants have. You may be in a battle right now. It may feel like there's no way to win. But, it's not over...
What is happening when God does something unique and powerful through His people? Whether it's personal, or hundreds of people are impacted, God does powerful things through His Spirit. If we recognize God's Word, we will most likely see the same hands at work, even when it looks different. What is happening? "This is that..."
Recently, there have been many calls for unity in America. With the recent election, protests, and pandemic shutdowns throughout 2020, the US seems more divided than ever. Can America become united? Let's look at this question through the eyes of scripture.
Is there a right way to worship? What does the Bible say about how we connect with God? Dive into the life of David with us as look at the kind of worship God wants.
A theme that is predominant throughout scripture is "The Fear Of The Lord". What is the Fear of the Lord and why is it so important? The Bible says it is what you need if you want wisdom. The Bible also says that if we want favor from the Lord, we should live with the fear of the Lord. Discover what the Fear of the Lord is and how you can live with it.
How will this year be spent? Your perspective on life may dictate more than you realize. Do you have joy, peace and right-standing with God? Today's message describes the types of things believers should be known for and where those items come from.
The coronavirus pandemic of 2020 appears to be affecting the entire world. This pandemic will end, but what should we take away from this experience and how should we view it?
Look who God shared the good news of His Son's birth with first! When you have amazing news, you probably want to share it with those who would appreciate it most.
Let's take a look at the 23rd Psalm. David wrote this Psalm describing the Lord God Almighty as His Shepherd. For God to be your shepherd, you must follow Him. Listen today as we dive deep into this psalm and use it to align our relationship with God.
Have you ever wanted to be someone else? Do you think you matter or do you think your work matters? What confines you? Every single person in the body of Christ has a purpose, defined by God and accountable to God. Every part of the body is valuable when used the way it is intended to. What has God called you to do?
Jesus told a parable about how people receive God's Word. He compared it to different types of soil. We can read about this in Mark 4. What kind of ground are you? Is there something in your life that is keeping you from giving everything to Jesus?
Could there be a template for the best life you can live? Read Psalm 19 with us and use it as a mirror and a road map.
Everybody's getting full of something and whatever you're full of will affect every part of your life. The bible tells us to not be drunk with wine but instead to be filled with the Spirit. Today is a good time to ask yourself - what are you getting full of?
Stressed out? Overtaxed? Anxious? So many feelings in our life can be connected back to whether we live with contentment or not. No matter what you're going through, contentment is a choice. The Bible shows what contentment does in our life and what you can expect when you don't live content.
This is an intense time where people must choose who they will follow. The Bible tells us that people can choose to believe a lie. If they do, they will end up becoming slaves to their own sinful desires. The Bible says that for those that choose this path, their end will be worse than their beginning. This would be a good time to investigate your own walk with Christ. Will you agree with with God's way or will you go your own way?
The Bible tells us that God wants us to be "holy" as He is "holy". What does this mean and how do we do it? What does it mean to live holy at work and home? Find out just what "holiness" is and why it is not defined by keeping a list of rules.
Have you committed your life to Christ? The measure of our Christian Character isn't found in just what we say but what we do. Are you honest and truthful in your dealings with people? If we follow Christ and want to do right by him, we must live honestly and refuse to slander or manipulate others.
Remember when you first met Jesus? When you first met your spouse? Remember when you went hunting, camping or fishing for your first time? Remember how exciting it was? Jesus tells us to return to our first love. Don't settle for a boring or spoiled existence. Be intentional about staying passionate about Jesus!
The jewish new year is being celebrated this September 18th-20th. What is this jewish holiday and is it significant to us? Look through the fulfillment of scripture in the life of Christ. If you do, you’ll notice every major jewish feast has been fulfilled in the person of Jesus except one: Rosh Hashanah. Could it be that Christ’s return will coincide with Rosh Hashanah sometime in the future? Whether this is the case or not, we should be ready for Jesus to come again.
The video we played at the end of the sermon was "The Old Rugged Cross" performed by Fountain View Academy. The original video can be found here: https://youtube.com/watch?v=avjXaEFKd5E.
Can you be a christian and do anything you want? Proverbs tells us to guard our hearts. Why should we? How do we? Whether you feel close to Jesus today or you're walking dangerously close to darkness, it's a good time to check the guard on your heart.
Have you ever been hurt, accused, felt alone or experienced pain and asked, "Why me?" The Bible shows us people going through the same issue. Today, look at the temptations that come with self-pity and learn how to avoid getting "stuck" in life. Pastor B gives a picture of how to rally back from disappointment and live a life of freedom in Christ.
When we say "Yes" to Christ, we are committing ourselves to a life bent on service to Jesus. Part of that journey is a dedicated effort to walk away from anything that is opposed to Christ. We can see it clearly with this analogy: Bullfrogs and Butterflies have both been born again. Which one do you want to be?
How can christians be unified with so many different viewpoints and so many issues in the world today? Doctrine, politics, group identities, personal callings and even personal preferences all seem to pull us to one side or the other. While there are many differences, we still should be under the lordship of one king: Jesus. His desire was that we would be "one" as he and his father were one. How do we accomplish this?
The United States was founded on values that enabled each individual to pursue life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Much of that foundation is under fire today as our nation is consistently being driven towards a counter-biblical, and anti-liberty viewpoint. If you don't use your freedom to defend your freedom, you may lose it.
It's not how you start. It's how you finish. If you look through scripture and history, you see many examples of leaders who started well but finished poorly. You can also see those who had the shakiest of starts, but finished well. In this episode, we examine the differences between Saul, the first chosen king of Israel and David, his successor. How will you finish your life?
Jesus warned us to watch and be ready for His returning. Matthew recorded his warning and we can read his record in Matthew 24 in the Bible. Jesus gave us the signs to watch for. He told us how the end would come. Where are you today? Are you ready for Jesus to return? Have you put your faith in Him? Are you living for Jesus Christ? This is the time to choose. Pastor B shares from scripture as we take a much needed look at Jesus's warning.
What has led to the racial divide that we see today in some of our states? In this episode, we look into the truth of our history as a nation. We uncover the past and present realities of the democrat and republican parties. We look at the current Black Lives Matter movement and the core values which we desire to support and denounce as followers of Christ.
During this message, we explore the concepts of slavery from a modern view as opposed to a biblical view. We also look deeply into our own nation's past, exploring little-known details about certain key figures in our history. Part 1 of this series talks about details from US history ranging from the time of Christopher Columbus, to the Civil War.
Let's take an interesting look at the foundations of the United States, especially the key figures leading and instigating the American Revolution. We examine a unique set of individuals who both served as leaders in a spiritual and civic capacity. What you hear may surprise you.
We've all heard someone say, "Like father, like son", but each person is a unique individual - made by God and created for a unique purpose. No matter what your pedigree, race, history, or dna, you are not exactly like your parent. You are a unique individual with a clean slate.
Across the history of the church, we see how committed believers gave everything to follow Jesus. If we measure our life by their example, do we reflect their courage and faith? Will you live by the pure standard of the gospel? How will our life be measured? Let's take a bold look together.
This Sunday, our church began meeting together for the first time since the COVID-19 shutdown. Pastor B shares about some of the difficult times our nation has faced in the past. In every season, God is faithful and there are new opportunities even within this crisis. It will not last forever.
Where do we get the idea of church congregations and gatherings? Let's walk through these ideas in scripture and recognize what God's work looks like today. For future reference, this message comes a week before many churches are starting to meet in the US with heavy precautions following the COVID-19 outbreak.
What standard do we use to judge what is righteous and what is wrong? For believer and non-believer alike, the Bible tells us that God will judge our works at the end of time. Are you living by the plumb line?
How do we become chosen? Paul's letter to the Romans has been the source of debate in Christianity for many years. Does God make all the choices? Are we predestined? Or is there a part that we play? Follow along as Pastor B makes his way through scripture to see what the Bible says.
How do you deal with anxiety? During the outbreak of the coronavirus, many different types of reports have emerged about how the virus began and who is responsible for it. How should we handle reports like this? And what about the anxiety that comes from uncertain times and hardships? Listen as we explore the example of Jesus with Pastor B.
Every season has a time and every person has a purpose. What does the Bible say about believers and what we should do to find our place. What have you been created to do? Pastor B shares this week's message on our unique and meaningful roles in the body of believers.
In this message, Pastor B talks about 4 pieces of media that he and Genia Newcomb love watching...
- The Ten Commandments - 1956 By Cecil B. DeMille.
- Watch on Amazon.
- Watch on Youtube.
- The Passion of the Christ - 2004 By Mel Gibson.
- Watch on Amazon.
- Watch on Youtube.
- Risen - 2016 By Kevin Reynolds
- Watch on Amazon.
- Watch on Youtube.
- The Chosen - 2017 By Dallas Jenkins
- Download the App to view for free and support.
- Visit the Website (You can order DVDs from here).
- View episodes on Youtube.
The Seder Meal Zoom video chat will be held on Sunday, April 11th, 2020 at 8pm. The number for that is 731-539-638.
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David Sedaca is a Messianic Jew and has served as a professor of Homiletics and Old Testament at several universities. You can learn more about David Sedaca's ministry at his website: davidsedaca.com
When we look at the Coronavirus, many say it is judgement from God. Some even say it is the end of days. Could it be? What does the Bible say?
Goodness and mercy will follow us all our days, but what do we do when bad things happen?
Pastor B shares an update and short Sunday message for the CVAG Church family on Psalm 23 and our perspective on the Coronavirus.