Veterans Parkway church of Christ

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

The valley of the shadow of death is an ominous metaphor found in Psalm 23. Learn to fear no evil, trust the Good Shepherd, and find comfort in God's rod and staff as He leads you through the valley.

Key Takeaways:

• God is the Ultimate Guide: The path of righteousness is paved by God to guide us safely through our darkest valleys and to the other side.

• "Fear No Evil" is a Conviction: Declaring you will fear no evil is a statement of faith directed to God, not merely a wish to lack fear.

• Presence Dispels Fear: God's constant, abiding presence in the valley of the shadow of death provides profound comfort and courage.

• Jesus Overcame Evil: Through Christ, who faced the ultimate evil and death on the cross, we are empowered to be more than conquerors.

• Discipline Brings Comfort: The shepherd's rod and staff are meant to correct our course, protect us, and rescue us from spiritual danger.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/09/06/the-valley-the-evil-his-presence-transcript

Series: 5th Sunday Series--Allen Jent

Service: 5th Sunday PM

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Allen Jent

This Bible overview traces Old Testament prophecy and Israel's history to Jesus Christ, the cross, and the biblical plan of salvation.

Key Takeaways:

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/30/the-whole-bible-in-one-lesson-a-complete-bible-story-summary-transcript

Series: 5th Sunday Series--Allen Jent

Service: 5th Sunday AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Allen Jent

Discover the plan of salvation through the simplicity of scriptures. Explore grace, faith, repentance, and baptism for the forgiveness of sins.

Key Takeaways:

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/30/the-plan-of-salvation-made-simple-transcript

Series: 5th Sunday Series--Allen Jent

Service: 5th Sunday Bible Class

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Allen Jent

A sermon by Allen Jent on why we have no time to waste securing salvation, leading our families, and standing on biblical truth.

Key Takeaways:

• Satan's Greatest Lie: The devil deceives us into thinking we have unlimited time to prioritize our spiritual lives.

• Protecting the Family: Parents must urgently teach and set biblical boundaries for their children before the world corrupts them.

• Strengthening the Local Church: Congregations must fiercely stand on the truth and preach the whole counsel of God to prevent spiritual decay.

• Life is a Vapor: Because tomorrow is never promised, we must view our earthly existence as fleeting and prioritize our eternal souls.

• The Urgency of Salvation: True belief requires immediate action through repentance, confession, and immersion for the remission of sins.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/30/no-time-to-waste-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

A back-to-school prayer for youth focusing on Colossians. Learn to seek spiritual wisdom, build Christian character, and stay rooted in faith.

Key Takeaways:

• Be Thankful: Start and end your day expressing gratitude to God for His blessings rather than focusing on worldly distractions.

• Seek Spiritual Wisdom: True understanding comes from scripture and helps you navigate the deceitful philosophies of the world.

• Stay Rooted in Faith: Build a firm foundation so that challenges and peer pressure cannot move you away from Christ.

• Develop Godly Character: Put on compassion, kindness, and patience so your daily life reflects the image of Jesus to everyone around you.

• Serve Others: Look for open doors to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world in your everyday environment.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/23/prayers-for-youth-prayers-by-youth-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

Psalm 23 offers powerful guidance for living, not just comfort in death. Learn to let God be your Shepherd and overcome modern anxieties.

Key Takeaways:

• Psalm 23 is for Living: While often read at funerals, these six verses provide practical guidance for everyday life.
• The Emotion Industry: Modern media and businesses manipulate our emotions to drive decisions, creating unnecessary fear and anxiety.
• Choosing Your Leader: We constantly choose what leads us, whether it is our ambitions, friends, media, or God.
• The Unlimited Shepherd: Unlike earthly leaders who may fail or forsake us, Jehovah has no limitations and provides perfectly for His sheep.
• The Call to Follow: Being a sheep in God's flock means actively listening to His voice and following His direction without making excuses.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/23/my-god-my-shepherd-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Jason Page

The faith journey of the apostle Thomas in John 20 shows us how to deal with honest doubt and how asking questions leads to stronger, evidence-based faith.

Key Takeaways:

• Faith is honest: Having questions or struggling with doubt does not mean you lack genuine faith.
• God welcomes questions: God is not angered by our honest questions but invites us to seek wisdom and understanding.
• Jesus meets us where we are: Just as He patiently provided evidence to Thomas, Jesus meets honest seekers with grace.
• Faith is evidence-based: Biblical faith is not a blind leap but is built on the credible testimony of God's word.
• Genuine faith leads to surrender: True discipleship goes beyond acknowledging Jesus as Savior to submitting to Him as Lord.
• We walk by faith, not sight: Even when circumstances are unclear, we must trust the unchanging truth of God's word.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/16/the-faith-journey-of-thomas-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

1 Kings 13 gives the account of a man of God that reveals to us the consequences of sin and why obedience to God matters above all else.

Key Takeaways:

• The Witness of Sin: The things you possess or participate in can serve as a witness against your spiritual condition rather than needing explicit condemnation.
• God Cannot Be Defeated: Raising your hand against God's truth or His messengers will ultimately fail because His truth outlasts all opposition.
• Heal the Plague of the Heart: When facing suffering, prioritize asking God to heal your soul and grant repentance rather than just removing physical difficulties.
• Beware of False Counsel: Do not allow yourself to be tempted by worldly gifts or even misguided advice from seemingly godly people that contradicts God's clear commands.
• God's Word Endures: Even after a messenger is gone, the truth of God's spoken word and prophecies will remain and inevitably be fulfilled.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/16/worthy-lessons-from-the-man-of-god-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Tandy Rainey

The first question in the Bible is asked in Genesis 3. Learn about Satan's deception, the danger of influence, and why we must stop shifting blame.

Key Takeaways:

• Satan's primary weapon is deception: The serpent used lies, lust, and the pride of life to twist God's words and deceive Eve in the Garden of Eden.
• Our greatest enemy is ourselves: We are tempted by our own desires and make the active choice to yield to temptation rather than resisting it.
• The danger of influence is real: Just as Eve influenced Adam, and Jezebel influenced Ahab, the people we choose to surround ourselves with can lead us into sin.
• You cannot hide from God: Adam and Eve tried to hide their sin, but God is omnipresent and sees all things clearly.
• Excuses are useless: Instead of shifting blame like Adam and Eve did, we must take personal responsibility for our actions and repent.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/08/09/the-first-question-in-the-bible-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

Explore 1 Peter 1 and the biblical call to holiness. This sermon covers sanctification, godliness, and practical Christian living in a fallen world.

Key Takeaways:

• God is the Standard: We are called to be holy because God is holy, striving to reflect His nature rather than meeting a human metric of perfection.
• Holiness is Comprehensive: Sanctification requires dedicating every aspect of our lives to God, rather than only being holy while inside a church building.
• Set Your Hope on Heaven: By fixing our minds entirely on our eternal destination, we find the proper motivation and direction to live purely in the present.
• Leave the Past Behind: True obedience means abandoning former lusts and the sins of ignorance instead of dragging them into our new life.
• Holiness is a Witness: Living a genuinely godly life serves as a powerful testimony to the world and can positively influence unbelieving family members.