What if the key to unshakeable faith isn't found in looking ahead to what God might do, but in looking back at what He has already done?

In "Stones That Speak," our pastor takes us to Joshua chapter 4, where God commands the Israelites to create a memorial from stones taken from the middle of the Jordan River—the very spot where God miraculously stopped the waters for nearly 2 million people to cross on dry ground. This wasn't just a nice tradition; it was a divine strategy for building faith across generations.

This Memorial Day weekend message unpacks three essential principles for spiritual growth:

Remember What God Has Done: Just as Americans honor fallen soldiers with monuments, we must be intentional about remembering God's faithfulness. Our pastor shares practical ways to create "stones" in our own lives—through journaling, marking significant moments, and recording answered prayers. As he powerfully states, "God's faithfulness in the past is the best encouragement you have of His future faithfulness."

Move Forward with Bold Faith: The miracle at Jordan didn't happen until the priests carrying the ark actually stepped into the rushing waters. This teaches us a crucial truth: "God honors intentions, but He blesses actions." Faith requires movement from intention to action, even when we can't see the whole staircase ahead.

Celebrate the God Who Still Moves: The stones weren't just personal reminders—they were testimonies to the world of God's power. When we openly celebrate what God has done, we naturally evangelize. The message includes a beautiful story of a woman at AT&T whose simple, joyful testimony blessed everyone around her.

Throughout the sermon, our pastor shares personal examples—from his collection of journals spanning decades to challenge coins that mark significant moments of God's faithfulness. He reminds us that these "stones" aren't just for us, but for future generations who need to know that God is still faithful, still powerful, and still moving today.

Whether you're struggling to remember God's goodness in difficult times or need encouragement to step out in faith, this message will inspire you to create tangible reminders of God's faithfulness and share them boldly with others.

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What if the most powerful force for God's kingdom isn't found in pulpits or spotlights, but in ordinary people who simply make themselves available to Him?

In "God's Anointed," our pastor takes us through the remarkable story of David's anointing in 1 Samuel 16, revealing how God's selection process differs radically from our human tendencies. While Israel wanted a king who looked impressive on the outside (like Saul), God sought someone with the right heart—even if that meant choosing the youngest son who wasn't even invited to the selection ceremony.

This message unpacks three life-changing principles that apply directly to believers today:

First, God looks beyond the surface. While people focus on outward appearances, God examines our hearts. This truth challenges us to prioritize spiritual heart health over external qualifications or appearances. As our pastor asks, "How's your heart today?" The invitation is to regularly ask the Great Physician for a spiritual heart checkup.

Second, God chooses the unexpected. Through compelling examples—from Augustine's mother Monica to D.L. Moody the shoe salesman to an unnamed country deacon who led Charles Spurgeon to Christ—we see how God consistently works through unlikely people to accomplish extraordinary things. This truth offers profound encouragement for anyone who feels inadequate or overlooked.

Finally, God anoints those with a heart for Him. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 1:21-22, we discover that every believer has been marked, sealed, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. This anointing isn't reserved for pastors or leaders—it's for every follower of Jesus who enters spaces no one else can access.

Whether you're a parent, military personnel, student, or professional feeling ordinary and unremarkable, this message will remind you that you have "royal blood running through your veins." Listen now and discover how to walk confidently yet humbly as God's anointed in your everyday life!

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What legacy are you passing on to those around you? In this Mother's Day message, "A Precious Faith," our pastor explores the powerful spiritual inheritance described in 2 Timothy 1:5, where Paul reminds a discouraged young pastor about the authentic faith that was first evident in his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice before taking root in Timothy himself.

Set against the backdrop of Paul's final letter—written from prison as he faced execution—this message unpacks what it means to have "sincere faith." In the ancient world, the term referred to pottery without cracks or hidden repairs that would be revealed when held up to the sunlight. Similarly, authentic faith isn't something we put on for Sunday mornings but remains consistent throughout our daily lives.

The sermon highlights four key characteristics of godly influence:

First, godly women (and men) plant seeds—often without seeing the harvest in their lifetime. Timothy's mother and grandmother faithfully taught him Scripture from infancy, despite living in a spiritually divided home where his father wasn't a believer.

Second, they stand strong amid opposition and discouragement. Just as Timothy faced false teachers and division in Ephesus, his mother and grandmother had persevered in their faith without much external support.

Third, they shape the future through consistent spiritual investment. Every bedtime prayer, worship song, and Scripture shared becomes a seed planted in someone's heart.

Finally, they leave a legacy that isn't about being remembered but about what others receive—a sincere faith in Jesus Christ that can be passed down for generations.

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or someone who influences others spiritually, this message will encourage you to continue sowing seeds of faith, even when you don't immediately see the results. Listen now and be inspired to cultivate a precious faith worth passing on!

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What if thinking more about heaven actually made you more effective on earth?

In "Tasting Heaven Touching Earth," our pastor challenges the common notion that being "so heavenly minded means you're no earthly good." Drawing from Jesus' words in John 14, this message reveals how our perspective on eternity directly impacts our present reality.

After Easter's celebration of Christ's resurrection, we're invited to consider what Jesus told His disciples before His crucifixion. Using the cultural context of ancient Near Eastern marriage customs, our pastor unpacks Jesus' promise: "In my Father's house are many rooms... I am going to prepare a place for you." This isn't just poetic language—it's a bridegroom's covenant promise to return for His bride.

Three transformative truths emerge from this teaching:

First, heaven is a real place—not a mystical concept or state of mind. The Book of Revelation gives us glimpses of its diverse people, God's tangible presence, perfect peace, unimaginable beauty, and eternal provision. When we truly grasp heaven's reality, our hearts are stirred with hope that transcends temporary struggles.

Second, thinking about heaven provokes our witness. When we're anchored in eternal perspective, we naturally want others to experience this hope. As Jesus taught us to pray, "Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven," we become agents of bringing heaven's reality into our daily interactions.

Finally, an eternal perspective fuels our service. When ministry becomes exhausting or discouragement sets in, remembering our eternal destination renews our strength and purpose.

Whether you're facing uncertainty, grief, or simply feeling spiritually drained, this message offers a refreshing reminder that fixing our eyes on heaven doesn't make us escape reality—it equips us to transform it. Listen now and discover how tasting heaven can help you touch earth with greater purpose!

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What happens when your faith collides with your reality? When you believe in God but can no longer expect Him to show up in your situation? In this powerful Easter message, "Expect to Rise," Pastor Eddie Cole explores the profound truth found in four simple words spoken at the empty tomb: "just as He said."

Those women who approached Jesus' tomb that first Easter morning weren't expecting a miracle. They came carrying spices to preserve a dead body, their hopes buried alongside their Lord. But instead of finding death, they encountered life and a gentle reminder that Jesus had been telling them all along what would happen.

Through the parallel stories of Lazarus' resurrection and Jesus' own triumph over death, Pastor Eddie reveals three life-changing principles:

First, we must receive God's Word if we expect to rise. While the world bombards us with voices and opinions, only Jesus' words carry resurrection power. Are you truly listening to what He's saying, or are you allowing other voices to drown Him out?

Second, we must respond in faith. It's not enough to hear God's voice - we must act on what He says. Like Lazarus who had to shuffle his way out of the tomb when Jesus called, our faith requires movement. Pastor Eddie vulnerably shares how God led their church to their current location through a series of confirmations that required them to step out in faith beyond their comfort zone.

Finally, we must rise with purpose. Your miracle becomes your testimony, and God wants to use your resurrection story to bring hope to others who are still trapped in their tombs of despair, addiction, grief, shame, or fear.

Whether you're struggling with anger, bitterness, addiction, grief, or shame, this message reminds us that what feels terminal to us is only temporary with Jesus. Listen now and discover how the empty tomb can transform your empty expectations into living hope!

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Are you wrestling with unanswered questions? Facing circumstances that make you wonder if God is really in control? This Palm Sunday message titled "Stronger Than the Struggle" offers three powerful truths that can transform how you view your challenges.

Pastor Eddie Cole takes us to Luke 19, where Jesus makes His triumphant entry into Jerusalem. While the crowds wave palm branches and lay their cloaks on the ground in worship, the religious leaders demand Jesus silence His followers. His response? "If they keep quiet, the stones will cry out!" This wasn't just a dramatic moment - it was Jesus finally embracing His public identity as King after years of keeping it relatively quiet.

The message explores three life-changing lessons:

First, Jesus is King - not just of ancient Jerusalem, but of your life today. His word carries power that created the universe, calmed storms, healed the sick, and raised the dead. The same voice that called Lazarus from the tomb can speak life into your darkest situation.

Second, Jesus is in control - even when circumstances suggest otherwise. As He rode toward Jerusalem, Jesus knew He was heading toward betrayal, suffering, and the cross. Yet every detail, down to the colt He would ride, was part of His sovereign plan.

Finally, Jesus enters our mess to save us. He doesn't stand at a distance from our pain and questions - He steps right into them. The God who endured betrayal, denial, and crucifixion understands your struggles intimately.

If you're stuck with question marks in your mind, this message invites you to replace them with exclamation points of trust in who God is, even when you don't understand what He's doing. Listen now and discover how Jesus is truly stronger than any struggle you face!

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Are you in a season of transition? This week, Pastor Gary Spell from Tapestry Church delivers a powerful message about navigating life's transitions through the story of Moses at the burning bush. After 40 comfortable years as a shepherd in Midian, Moses encountered God in a way that would completely disrupt his routine and launch him into his divine purpose.

Pastor Gary reveals how God's work in our lives is seasonal by design, and how transitions - though often uncomfortable and challenging - are the pathways to our greatest purpose. Through biblical examples of Moses, Abraham, Joshua, and Solomon, we see that God's greatest leaders all faced moments where they had to step into the unknown with nothing but faith and God's promise to guide them.

The message tackles hard truths about why transitions are difficult: they feature the unknown, they require us to leave our comfort zones, and they often involve letting go of what we thought would be permanent. But here's the powerful truth - while you can't control your seasons, you can control how you steward them, and that stewardship determines what your next season will look like.

Perhaps most challenging is the reminder that you cannot enter a new season until you fully exit the old one. For those standing at gravesides of dreams, relationships, or expectations that didn't turn out as planned, this message offers both compassion and the courage to move forward into God's "something new."

Listen now to discover how to navigate your burning bush moment and embrace the transition God is orchestrating in your life!

If you're in the area, we'd love to have you join us in person! We meet every Sunday at 10am in Chesapeake, Virginia, where you'll experience authentic worship, biblical teaching, and genuine community. Learn more at lifepointhamptonroads.org, including directions and ways to get connected!

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Have you ever wondered what your true purpose is as a Christian in today's divided world? This week, we're concluding our "Values" series with a message titled "Ambassadors for Christ: Pursuing Excellence and Being Life-Giving," and it's more practical than you might think! We're exploring Paul's powerful words in 2 Corinthians 5 where he reminds us that we've been given the ministry of reconciliation and appointed as Christ's representatives on earth.

We examine what it truly means to be an ambassador - someone chosen, respected, commissioned, and sent to represent the King's mind and heart in foreign territory. But here's the amazing part... this isn't just about wearing church t-shirts or putting magnets on our cars; it's about embodying Christ's message of reconciliation in every interaction!

This message will challenge you to understand your role in God's redemptive plan and how pursuing excellence and being life-giving can transform your everyday encounters. It's not just about religious activity; it's about bringing hope to a world struggling with addiction, division, and despair. Because, let's be honest, what our communities need isn't coming from Washington - it's the life-changing message of Jesus that only His ambassadors can deliver.

Are you ready to scroll less and pray more? To whine less and worship more? To build bridges instead of walls? Listen now and discover how to represent your King with excellence and bring His life-giving presence wherever you go!

If you're in the area, we'd love to have you join us in person! We meet every Sunday at 10am in Chesapeake, Virginia, where you'll experience authentic worship, biblical teaching, and genuine community. Learn more at lifepointhamptonroads.org, including directions and ways to get connected!

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