Valorous Church
With an unshakable hope in Jesus, we are a church who believes we can face and experience victory over any challenge that comes our way. To the warriors and the weary, the courageous and the curious, the families, and to those who feel on the outside: we welcome you. https://valorouschurch.com
Episodes
631 episodes
Getting Glimpses of God's Glory [Stretch Month - Week II]
Pastor Clay NeSmith delivers an inspiring message about experiencing God's glory and allowing it to transform our lives. Drawing from the Apostle Paul's testimony in Acts 26 and his teachings in 2 Corinthians 3, this sermon explores how God rev...
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Enlarging Your Vision for God's Kingdom [Stretch Month - Week I]
Join Pastor Clay NeSmith as he kicks off "Stretch Month" at Valorous Church with a powerful message about expanding our vision and expectations for what God wants to do through us. Drawing from Isaiah 54, Pastor Clay challenges the congregation...
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From Victim to Victor: The Power of Biblical Forgiveness [Things Jesus Never Said - Week V]
Pastor Jarrod Walls delivers a convicting message on forgiveness from Matthew 18, challenging believers to examine their hearts and extend the same mercy they've received from God. Drawing from the parable of the unforgiving servant, Pastor Jar...
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The Problem with Following Your Heart [Things Jesus Never Said - Week IV]
In this powerful sermon, Pastor Clay NeSmith continues the "Things That Jesus Never Said" series by addressing one of culture's most popular pieces of advice: "Just follow your heart." Drawing from Jeremiah 17 and Jesus' prayer in the Garden of...
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What Jesus Actually Said About Judging Others [Things Jesus Never Said - Week III]
Pastor Clay NeSmith addresses a commonly misunderstood teaching of Jesus by examining a verse often taken out of context – Matthew 7:1 "Do not judge others and you will not be judged". Pastor Clay explains that Jesus wasn't forbidding all judgm...
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Seek First His Kingdom: Training Children in Godliness
In this Mother's Day message, Pastor Clay NeSmith explores how to train up children in godliness, focusing on Proverbs 22 and Matthew 6:33. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God's kingdom first and shares three key training areas: underst...
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The Myth of the Easy Door: Finding God in Difficult Seasons [Things Jesus Never Said - Week II]
In this sermon, Pastor Richard Miller challenges the popular belief that "when God closes one door, He opens another." Drawing on biblical examples like Jacob, Joseph, Moses, David, and Jesus, Pastor Richard explains that God often leads us thr...
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Trouble is Certain, But So is Triumph [Things Jesus Never Said - Week I]
Pastor Clay NeSmith kicks off a new series titled "Things That Jesus Never Said" by addressing a common misconception about the Christian life. In this powerful message, Pastor Clay explains that Jesus never promised a trouble-free life for bel...
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Beyond the Tomb: Finding New Life in Christ's Resurrection [Easter 2025]
In this powerful Easter teaching, Pastor Clay NeSmith shares how the resurrection of Jesus Christ can transform our lives by replacing pain and disappointment with purpose and hope. Drawing from Luke 24, he explores how the women who visited Je...
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Jesus' Bucket List [Who Is Jesus - Week VI]
In this Palm Sunday sermon, Pastor Clay NeSmith explores the significance of Jesus's final week before crucifixion through three powerful object lessons: Jesus riding on a donkey into Jerusalem, Mary anointing Jesus with expensive perfume, and ...
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Beyond Shame: The True Meaning of Repentance [Who Is Jesus - Week V]
Pastor Jarrod Walls explores the true meaning of repentance through the lens of John the Baptist's ministry. Moving beyond common misconceptions, he explains that repentance isn't about guilt, shame, or fear, but about turning toward God's lavi...
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Connected to the Vine: Building a Relationship That Lasts [Who Is Jesus - Week IV]
Pastor Clay NeSmith continues the teaching series "Who is Jesus" by exploring what it means to have a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Using the metaphor of the vine and branches from John 15, Pastor Clay explains how Jesus ...
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The Unshakable Foundation: Christ as Cornerstone [Who Is Jesus - Week III]
In this installment of the "Who is Jesus?" teaching series, Pastor Clay NeSmith explores the biblical concept of Jesus as the cornerstone. Drawing from Ephesians 2 and Matthew 16, Pastor Clay explains how Jesus stabilizes our faith, aligns our ...
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Breaking Free from the Sin Pen [Who Is Jesus - Week II]
Pastor Clay NeSmith continues the "Who is Jesus?" teaching series. In this powerful message, Pastor Clay breaks down Acts 2:22-36, explaining how Jesus is both Messiah (Liberator) and Lord (Leader). Using the metaphor of the "sin pen," he illus...
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The Author and Perfecter [Who Is Jesus - Week I]
Join Pastor Clay NeSmith as he kicks off a new teaching series titled "Who is Jesus?" He explores the foundational importance of placing our faith in the right object—Jesus Christ. Using Hebrews 11-12 as his primary text, Pastor Clay explains h...
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Love Is Faithful [Love Is - Week IV]
Pastor Jarrod Walls delivers a powerful message about marriage as both a covenant between spouses and as a reflection of our relationship with God. Drawing from personal experience of nearly 19 years of marriage, Pastor Jarrod offers practical ...
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Love Is Hospitable: Finding Common Ground to Change Lives [Love Is - Week III]
Pastor Clay NeSmith explores the biblical concept of hospitality through the lens of Abraham's story in Genesis 18. In this third installment of the "Love Is" series, he explains how true hospitality looks for opportunities to connect with othe...
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An Invitation to Follow Jesus [Love Is - Week II]
Pastor Richard Miller tackles the often misunderstood concept of God's love in today's culture. Drawing from 1 John 4:8 and C.S. Lewis's insights, he explores the crucial difference between "God is love" and "love is God," challenging common mi...
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Love Is Contagious [Love Is - Week I]
In this powerful message, Pastor Clay NeSmith kicks off the "Love Is" series by exploring what it means for love to be contagious. Drawing from John 3:16 and 1 John 4, he breaks down how God's love is generous, courageous, and purposeful. Throu...
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Cultivating Good Soil: How to Thrive with God's Word [Thrive In 25 - Week VI]
Pastor Clay NeSmith explores how to thrive with God's word in our lives through the lens of Jeremiah 29 and Jesus's parable of the sower. Drawing parallels between good soil and the condition of our hearts, Pastor Clay explains how God's vision...
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Running to Win: How to Finish Strong in Your Faith [Thrive in 25 - Week V]
Join Pastor Clay NeSmith as he explores the keys to enduring in your faith journey, drawing inspiration from Paul's letters and Hebrews 12. Through powerful examples of Biblical role models like Abel, Noah, and Moses, Pastor Clay shares four es...
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Empowered by the Spirit: Living as God's Representative [Thrive in 25 - Week IV]
Pastor Clay NeSmith
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Free Fall [Thrive in 25 - Week III]
Pastor Jarrod Walls explores the story of the centurion in Matthew 8 and challenges believers to move beyond realistic thinking into genuine, childlike faith. He encourages viewers to recognize God's daily miracles, take back their imagination ...
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Your True Identity: Living as God's Chosen People [Thrive in 25 - Week II]
Join Pastor Clay NeSmith as he kicks off the new year with an inspiring message about thriving in 2025 through God's calling. Drawing from 1 Peter 2 and the story of Exodus, Pastor Clay explains how believers are God's masterpiece, created for ...
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The Power of Baptism [Thrive In 25 - Week I]
Join Pastor Clay NeSmith as he kicks off the "Thrive in 25" teaching series with a powerful message about the significance of water baptism. He explains how baptism creates a meaningful personal memory, demonstrates commitment to the church com...
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