Barefoot Church

Chris Gastardi delivers a powerful message from 1 Samuel 17, exploring the conversations that happened before David faced Goliath. Rather than focusing on the famous battle itself, this sermon examines the critical internal dialogue we all have and asks the essential question: "Who are you talking to?"Through David's story, Chris reveals five key conversations that prepared David for victory:The heart of humility (serving others willingly)A frequency of faith (hearing God's voice differently)A vision of victory (seeing yourself winning)Knowing your real enemy (not wasting energy on wrong battles)Working your weapon (being authentically you)This inspiring message reminds us that our biggest battles are often won or lost in our minds before we ever face the giant. It's not just about throwing a rock - it's about throwing the Name above all names.

Pastor Jarrod Walls delivers a bold and uncompromising message about revival, calling the church to remove modern-day idols from our lives. Drawing from the story of King Josiah in 2 Chronicles 34, this sermon challenges believers to seek God wholeheartedly, be ruthless with sin, and stand defiantly against cultural compromise.Pastor Walls addresses difficult topics, including modern forms of idol worship, and calls for authentic transformation in our hearts and homes.

Pastor Jarrod Walls

Pastor Richard Miller

Join Rev. Dr. George Payton as he delivers an inspiring message about the transformative power of the Gospel using the biblical account of Paul and Silas in the Philippian jail. Drawing from Acts 16:25-40, Dr. Payton explores how God can create "gospel explosions" in our lives - moments when His power shakes us to our core and moves us from where we are to where He wants us to be. Through the story of the midnight earthquake that freed the prisoners, converted the jailer and his family, and shook the entire city of Philippi, this sermon challenges us to be vessels of God's transformative power in our own communities. Dr. Payton calls for the church to walk their talk, spread the Gospel actively, and work together across all divisions to help turn the world right side up for Jesus Christ.

Join Pastor Clay NeSmith for this inspiring 4th of July weekend message about finding true freedom in Christ.Using the story of King David's fall and restoration, Pastor Clay explores how sin acts like a "red flag" hanging over our lives, keeping us from our God-given destiny. Learn the difference between being forgiven of sin's penalty and walking in power over sin through the Holy Spirit. This message will challenge you to stop ignoring, blaming, or hiding from your sin, and instead own it, ask God to remove it, and walk in the freedom Christ offers. Perfect for anyone struggling with guilt, shame, or feeling stuck in destructive patterns. Discover how God can transform your past into a powerful testimony to help others find freedom too.

Join Pastor Clay NeSmith as he concludes "Stretch Month" with an inspiring message about the power of invitation. Drawing from John 1:45-46 and the story of Philip inviting Nathanael to "come and see" Jesus, Pastor Clay challenges us to extend God's love to others through simple invitations to church.Whether you're hesitant to invite others or wondering how God can use you, this sermon will inspire you to stretch out in faith and watch God work miracles through His people. Remember: it's not about being perfect - it's about partnering with God to bring "up there, down here."

Pastor Clay NeSmith delivers a powerful message on partnering with the Holy Spirit to reach the lost. Drawing from Revelation 22:17 and John 15-16, he challenges the church to move beyond passive faith and actively join God's mission.Learn how to pray in the Spirit, discover your spiritual gifts, and display God's glory in your daily life. Whether you're seeking purpose in your faith or looking for practical ways to make an eternal impact, this message will equip and inspire you to say "Come" to a world in need of hope.

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 reveals Himself through "glimpses" of His glory that are meant to change us from within and shine through us to change the world around us. Discover how trusting in Christ removes the veil that separates us from God's presence, giving us freedom and the ability to reflect His glory. Learn practical ways to seek God through His Word and prayer, and understand your calling as an image bearer of Christ's light in a dark world. This message challenges believers to stop fighting against God's will and instead partner with Him to transform their families, neighborhoods, and communities through the power of His glory.

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 to move beyond comfort zones and embrace their calling to invite others into God's family. This inspiring message explores three key principles: enlarging our expectations, expecting God's expansion, and embracing our true identity in Christ. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand their purpose in God's kingdom and how to make a meaningful impact in their community.

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 Jarrod explores how our willingness to forgive others directly reflects our understanding of God's forgiveness toward us.In this raw and vulnerable sermon, Pastor Jarrod shares his personal testimony of brokenness, restoration, and God's transforming grace. He addresses the danger of Christians becoming judgmental and self-righteous, forgetting the depth of their own need for mercy. The message emphasizes that true forgiveness involves acknowledging hurt, releasing resentment, and allowing God to restore what's been broken.

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 Gethsemane, Pastor Clay reveals why our hearts can deceive us and lead us astray, and instead calls us to follow Jesus who can transform our hearts.Whether you're facing difficult decisions, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or struggling to know God's will for your life, this message offers biblical wisdom for finding true direction and lasting joy that doesn't depend on your circumstances.

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 judgment, but rather teaching us to judge with the right heart, for the right reasons, and to the right people. Drawing connections to 1 Corinthians 5, he clarifies the biblical responsibility of church members to lovingly speak truth into each other's lives while maintaining humility. This message challenges believers to create a restorative community where authentic relationships can thrive and hearts can be healed.

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: understanding forgiveness, fueling your life with God's Word and Holy Spirit, and maintaining eternal focus despite life's challenges. This sermon offers practical guidance for parents while reminding everyone of their responsibility to train themselves in godliness.

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 through difficult situations rather than around them, teaching us perseverance and spiritual maturity. He explores how we often seek the easy way out when faced with challenges in marriage, parenting, church, and other areas of life, but reminds us that true growth comes through perseverance, not avoidance.

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 believers, but instead offered us peace in the midst of our hardships. Drawing from John 16:33 and sharing personal stories from church members, he demonstrates how we can experience God's peace through a personal relationship with Christ and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit, despite life's challenges and difficulties. This inspiring sermon reminds us that while trouble is certain in this broken world, triumph through Christ is equally certain for those who trust Him.

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 Jesus' tomb came expecting to find death but instead discovered the promise of new life. Pastor Clay weaves personal testimony about his own faith journey with biblical teaching about God's promises, emphasizing that no matter what circumstances we face, the resurrection offers us a living hope and renewed purpose. The sermon concludes with an invitation for listeners to embrace the life-changing power of the resurrection.

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 the cursing of the fruitless fig tree. Pastor Clay teaches how these events reveal God's purpose for His people - not just to receive salvation for heaven's sake, but to live fruitful lives that reflect God's glory to the world. He reminds us that Jesus came first as a suffering servant to establish peace with God and will return as the victorious King. This inspiring message challenges believers to discover their purpose and produce spiritual fruit rather than merely having the appearance of faith.

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 lavish love.With raw honesty about his own struggles and background, Pastor Jarrod reminds us that we're all imperfect people wrestling with our flesh daily. He challenges the congregation to acknowledge their struggles, humble themselves before God, and turn to Him rather than focusing on turning from sin.

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 is not only our salvation, but also the source of a fruitful relationship with God. He emphasizes that relationships come with responsibilities, and believers must intentionally maintain their connection to Christ to produce the fruit God desires in their lives. This sermon challenges listeners to examine what might be hindering their relationship with God and encourages them to remain connected to both Christ and the local church to fulfill their God-given mission.