Central Virginia Assembly of God Podcast

This morning, Pastor Tyler is bringing a powerful message from John 11:17–35, reminding us that even in our deepest seasons of grief, we are never alone.

“Jesus wept.” — John 11:35

Two simple words that carry such a powerful reminder of God's love and compassion.

In seasons of grief, Jesus doesn't want us to isolate ourselves. He wants us to draw near to Him and lean on those around us.

❤️ When you weep, Jesus weeps with you.
🙏 When you are hurting, God is right there beside you.
🕊️ The Holy Spirit is our Comforter.

Grief is real. Pain is real. But so is the presence of God.

You don't have to walk through your hardest seasons alone. God is with you, even in the tears.

We’re excited to welcome Timmy Burkett as he delivers the Word this morning!

📖 Reading from Luke 11–17, James 5, and Psalm 141, we’re being challenged and encouraged through God’s Word to examine our hearts, strengthen our faith, and live a life that reflects Him.

“Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!” — Psalm 141:3

What we say matters. How we live matters. And our dependence on God matters.

🙏 May our hearts be open.
📖 May His Word shape us.
🔥 May our lives reflect Jesus.

Today we welcomed Guest Speaker Pastor Michael, sharing from 1 Corinthians 11:1, 17, 26, 33–34.

At His table, we are reminded of what Jesus has done for us, who we belong to, and how we are called to come together as the body of Christ.

The Lord’s Table isn't just something we observe—it points us back to Jesus, His sacrifice, and His invitation.

“For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.”
— 1 Corinthians 11:26

Today we close out The Presence with a powerful reminder of who Jesus is and how He comes.

Jesus comes in POWER.
Jesus comes with a MISSION.
Jesus comes in HOLINESS.

We don’t want to become comfortable, complacent, or lukewarm. We want to be a people who are ready—waiting on the Lord, expecting Him to show up and move in our lives.

And when He shows up, He doesn’t come from a distance. He comes like a Shepherd. He draws near. He leads us. He wants to touch our lives and transform us through His presence.

The question isn’t whether Jesus will show up.

Are we ready when He does?

Today we continue our “The Presence” mini-series as we turn to 1 Peter 2:4–12.

Peter reminds us that we aren’t simply people who come into the presence of God—we are being built together into a place where His presence dwells.

Living stones. A chosen people. A royal priesthood. God’s own possession.

God is building something through His people, and our lives are meant to declare His goodness to the world around us.

“You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession…”
— 1 Peter 2:9

Join us this Sunday as we continue exploring what it means to live in the Presence of God and to be a people who carry His presence into the world.

What does it mean for God to dwell among His people?

In Ephesians 2:21–22, Paul reminds us that the Church isn't simply a place we go—we are being built together into a dwelling place for God through the Spirit.

If you missed Sunday’s message, or you’re ready to hear it again, listen to “The Presence of God” now on the podcast.

📖 “In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.” — Ephesians 2:21–22

🎧 Listen. Be encouraged. Share it with someone who needs this message.

Join us as we continue our Sojourn Through the Psalms with Psalm 27.

“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” — Psalm 27:1

When fear surrounds us and uncertainty creeps in, David reminds us where our confidence belongs. Psalm 27 is a declaration of courage—not because the battle disappears, but because God is present in the middle of it.

In the waiting.
In the uncertainty.
In the battle.
Seek His face. Trust His goodness. Wait on the Lord.

Join us as we worship together and discover what it means to live with confidence in the One who is our light, salvation, and stronghold.

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.