Veterans Parkway church of Christ

Rise and Shine

Series: N/A Service: Sun PM Worship Type: Sermon Speaker: Jason Page Overcome spiritual sleep and worldly darkness. This sermon on Isaiah 60:1-3 challenges you to arise and shine as the light of the world. Key Takeaways: * Recognize Spiritual Sleep: Many Christians go through the motions of faith without realizing they have drifted from God. * Embrace Urgency: The time to awaken from spiritual drowsiness and serve God is right now, not tomorrow. * Overcome the Darkness: The moral darkness of the world is not an excuse to hide, but the exact reason our light is needed. * Shine Through Action: People see Christ in us through our consistent character, grace-filled words, and everyday good works. * Maintain the Light: Staying close to Jesus and consistently studying God's word are essential to keep your spiritual light from dimming. Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/21/rise-and-shine-transcript [https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/21/rise-and-shine-transcript]

A Father's Desire for God

Series: N/A Service: Sun AM Worship Type: Sermon Speaker: Shawn Bain Discover how Christian men can lead their families to true success through courage, obedience, and God's strength, inspired by Joshua 1. Key Takeaways: * Embrace Fearless Leadership: Fathers must set the tone for their families by leading with confidence rather than fear. * Cultivate Godly Courage: True courage involves stepping up to the responsibilities of manhood and fatherhood despite difficulties. * Anchor Your Life in Scripture: Success requires meditating on God's word daily and letting it filter every decision you make. * Rely on Divine Strength: True strength is not mere physical toughness but a deep reliance on God's power to overcome life's battles. * Foster Intentional Surroundings: Actively guide your children away from worldly influences and surround them with godly friendships. Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/21/a-fathers-desire-for-god-transcript [https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/21/a-fathers-desire-for-god-transcript]

What is Real?

Series: N/A Service: Sun AM Worship Type: Sermon Speaker: Jason Page In a world full of illusion and distraction, what is truth? Discover the biblical worldview that God is reality, Jesus is the truth, and Scripture reveals objective truth. Key Takeaways: * God is the Source of Reality: Since God created the heavens and the earth, He alone has the authority to define what is real and true. * Feelings Are a Broken Compass: Trusting our emotions or popular cultural opinions to define reality will ultimately lead us astray. * Jesus Embodies the Truth: Jesus did not just point to the truth, but He actively claimed to be the ultimate truth in human flesh. * Scripture is Our Trustworthy Guide: The Word of God serves as a reliable map to navigate life, giving us enough light for each step we take. Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/14/what-is-real-transcript [https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/14/what-is-real-transcript]

This is Real

Series: N/A Service: Sun PM Worship Type: Sermon Speaker: Jason Page Speaker Jason Page discusses four biblical realities: God is real, Jesus is real, eternity is real, and the church is real. Anchor your faith in these truths. Key Takeaways: * God is Real: The universe and all creation provide undeniable order and evidence of an Almighty Designer. * Jesus is Real: The Christian faith hinges on the historical truth of Jesus, His life, His death, and His empty tomb. * Eternity is Real: Every person is continuously moving toward an eternal existence and must prepare for life after death. * The Church is Real: Jesus purchased the one singular church with His own blood, and it grows through the obedience of the saved. * Truth is Unchanging: God's ultimate reality stands firm like a lighthouse, completely unaffected by shifting human opinions or cultural feelings. Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/14/this-is-real-transcript [https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/14/this-is-real-transcript]

Realizing the Power of My Words

Series: N/A Service: Sun PM Worship Type: Sermon Speaker: Shawn Bain There is much power in the tongue. Learn how our words reveal our hearts' intents Key Takeaways: * Words Reveal the Heart: Everything you say acts as an indicator of your spiritual origin, what you have ingested, and your eternal direction. * The Danger of Inconsistency: Speaking blessings to God while tearing down others destroys a Christian's credibility and ruins their testimony. * The Trap of Consenting Words: Remaining silent or simply agreeing with sinful behavior allows compromise to fester and grow within the church. * Discernment over Judgment: Christians are called to discern truth from error using God's Word rather than becoming hypocritical, nitpicking judges. * Covenant of the Mouth: Just as Job made a covenant with his eyes, believers must bind their hearts to a holy standard to prevent corrupt speech. * The Gospel Silences Excuses: Confrontation with God's law stops our mouths from justifying sin, leading us to repentance and joyful submission. Read the full transcript at https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/07/realizing-the-power-of-my-words-transcript [https://vpchurchofchrist.org/media/articles/2026/06/07/realizing-the-power-of-my-words-transcript]