Veterans Parkway church of Christ

Series: 5th Sunday Series--Rodney Pitts

Service: 5th Sunday AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Rodney Pitts

What does it mean to have true faith in God. Through James 2, Hebrews 11:6, and John 14:6. Learn about God the Creator, Jesus, His Son, biblical obedience, and Judgment Day as they relate to our faith in God.

Key Takeaways:

• Faith Requires Action: Simply acknowledging God exists is insufficient without obedient action.
• God is Creator: True belief acknowledges our complete dependence on God for all things.
• Seek the Rewarder: We must actively pursue God and trust in His power and willingness to bless us.
• Jesus is the Only Way: Believing in God necessitates accepting Jesus as His Son and our Savior.
• Judgment is Coming: A genuine faith prepares for the inevitable day when we will be judged by Christ.
• Persuade Others: Understanding the fear of the Lord should motivate us to share His grace with everyone.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/31/i-believe-in-god-transcript

Series: 5th Sunday Series--Rodney Pitts

Service: 5th Sunday Bible Class

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Rodney Pitts

Guest speaker Rodney Pitts examines the two tests of faith in his sermon comparing God's test of Abraham in Genesis 22 with Satan's temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4.

Key Takeaways:

• God's Tests Strengthen Us: When God tests our faith, as He did with Abraham, it is meant to purify us and draw us closer to His promises.
• Satan's Tests Destroy: Satan tempts us with the sole intention of drawing us away from God and destroying our hope.
• Faith Over Human Reasoning: True faith in God's word must outweigh our own understanding and natural logic.
• Do Not Test God: We must trust God's care and timing rather than attempting to force His hand or demand immediate answers.
• Satan's Promises Are Tainted: The devil may offer an easy route to pleasure, but his offers always require turning away from the Creator.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/31/two-tests-of-our-faith-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

This sermon emphasizes the importance of finding spiritual direction, choosing biblical authority, adopting bold faith, and trusting the narrow path to heaven.

Key Takeaways:

• Assess Your Faith: You must examine whether your faith is secret, cautious, embarrassed, or bold.
• Seek Divine Authority: Avoid following ways that merely seem right to humans and instead look to God for true direction.
• Commit to Worship: Faithfully assembling with other believers is essential for spiritual growth and mutual encouragement.
• Resist Worldly Comparisons: Like Moses, believers should value the reproach of Christ over the temporary pleasures of the world.
• Trust the Narrow Way: Entering heaven requires actively doing the will of the Father rather than just following the crowd.
• Return to the Father: God eagerly waits to embrace those who turn back to Him, much like a parent finding a lost child.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/24/where-are-you-going-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

Revelation 3 emphasizes the dangers of lukewarm Christianity and gives advice on how to overcome it: cure blindness, distraction, delusion, and denial through zealous repentance.

Key Takeaways:

• Spiritual Blindness: We often fail to see our true spiritual condition despite obvious warning signs.
• The Danger of Distraction: Worldly wealth and cares can pull our focus away from a deep dependence on God.
• The Trap of Delusion: Accepting a half-hearted commitment to God leaves us spiritually vulnerable.
• The Reality of Denial: Denying our need for God does not make the need go away.
• A Call to Zealous Repentance: We must answer the knock of Jesus by turning away from apathy and actively pursuing spiritual growth.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/24/how-could-i-not-see-that-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Jason Page

What is biblical stewardship all about? Learn what Jesus says in Matthew 25 about how overcoming fear helps you become a faithful servant to God.

Key Takeaways:

• Managers Not Owners: We do not own our money, time, or abilities because everything ultimately belongs to God.
• Action Over Inactivity: True stewardship requires active growth and movement rather than burying our gifts out of fear.
• The Urgency of Now: We must serve God immediately and diligently because tomorrow is never guaranteed.
• Preparation Before Pressure: Like Daniel, we must make up our minds to be faithful long before difficult moments arise.
• Ultimate Accountability: Every person will eventually stand before the master to give an account of how they managed their blessings.

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

Jesus' comments to his disciples in Luke 14 help us to understand true discipleship, counting the cost, and the profound commitment and faithfulness required to follow Him.

Key Takeaways:

• Absolute commitment: Following Jesus requires prioritizing Him above family, personal desires, and even your own life.
• Counting the cost: Just as a builder plans a tower or a king prepares for war, Christians must understand the price of discipleship.
• Consistent faithfulness: True commitment is an ongoing, persevering effort regardless of timing, circumstances, or personal convenience.
• Enduring strength: Even at an advanced age, believers can rely on God's energy and support to fulfill their spiritual missions.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/17/the-day-i-heard-and-made-the-commitment-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Cam Carrozza

Struggling with negative self-talk? This Christian sermon explores Genesis 3, Matthew 6, and hearing God's voice to overcome fear and doubt.

Key Takeaways:

• Worldly Expectations vs God's Promises: The world demands perfection and endless hustle, but Jesus calls the meek and merciful blessed.
• The Illusion of Control: When life gets chaotic, we seek comfort in tracking news and geopolitics instead of finding peace in God's sovereignty.
• Overcoming Negative Self-Talk: Like Moses doubting his eloquence or the ten spies fearing giants, we often let our own insecurities drown out God's call.
• The Courage of David: True confidence comes from remembering how God has protected us in the past and trusting Him to handle our current giants.
• Choosing the Right Voice: We must actively tune out the enemy's lies and our own self-doubt, choosing to listen only to the voice of our Heavenly Father.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/10/who-told-you-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

Struggling with mom guilt? Learn how the biblical story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 2 teaches Christian mothers to overcome comparison by desiring God first.

Key Takeaways:

• Physical Limitations Do Not Define You: Just as Hannah experienced barrenness, mothers today must not let physical limitations or struggles dictate their worth.
• Reject Worldly Comparisons: Refuse the provocation and standards of the world that lead to feelings of inadequacy, bitterness, and failure.
• Cultivate a Desire for God First: The ultimate cure for mom guilt is prioritizing a deep, personal devotion to God above all earthly things.
• Fulfill Your Promises to God: Like Hannah dedicating Samuel to the Lord's service, mothers should raise their children with the ultimate goal of honoring God.
• Model Godliness for Your Children: A child's desire for God is heavily influenced by witnessing their mother's genuine faith, attitudes, and actions.
• Rely on God's Redemption: If you feel like a failure, remember that God offers grace and strength to help you align your life with His purpose.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/10/a-mothers-desire-for-god-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun PM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

How does God's Spirit revive dead situations? This sermon on Ezekiel 37 and the 1857 revival explores the power of prayer.

Key Takeaways:

• God is the Source of Revival: Only the Holy Spirit has the power to breathe life into spiritually dead circumstances and bring true renewal.
• Prayer Precedes Awakening: The 1857 prayer meeting demonstrates that collective, desperate prayer is a catalyst for God's movement.
• The Power of the Word: Like Ezekiel speaking to the dry bones, we are called to boldly proclaim God's Word even when situations seem hopeless.
• Hope for the Hopeless: Whether facing a broken marriage, a wayward child, or a stagnant church, God can restore what appears irreparably lost.

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/03/finding-revival-in-the-valley-of-dry-bones-transcript

Series: N/A

Service: Sun AM Worship

Type: Sermon

Speaker: Shawn Bain

Examine the narrative of the rich young ruler in Matthew 19. Discover the true cost of discipleship, how to gain eternal life, and why we cannot just add Jesus to our lives.

Key Takeaways:

Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/05/03/do-i-lack-more-than-i-think-transcript