Browse published sermons from Josh Martin in Dove Creek Bible Church's Podcast.
Oct 12, 2026 9:50 AM America/Chicago
1 Samuel 1:1–2:10 serves as the thematic foundation and narrative gateway to the books of Samuel, tracking Israel’s pivotal transition from a fragmented era of judges into a centralized monarchy. The passage introduces Hannah, a faithful but barren wo
Oct 12, 2026 9:50 AM America/Chicago
1 Samuel 2:11–3:21 chronicles the deep spiritual and moral crisis facing Israel at the sanctuary in Shiloh. The narrative utilizes a stark, rhythmic contrast between the flagrant corruption of Eli’s "worthless" sons, Hophni and Phinehas—who abuse th
Oct 9, 2026 5:56 PM America/Chicago
Josh updates the congregation on the church's philosophy of ministry and strategy for "All of Life; All for Christ.
Oct 9, 2026 5:49 PM America/Chicago
John 19:16-42 records the crucifixion, death, and burial of Jesus. After Pilate hands Jesus over to be crucified, Jesus is led to Golgotha, where He is nailed to the cross between two others. John emphasizes Jesus' sovereignty and the fulfillment of Scrip
Aug 30, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 20 records the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ and his foundational appearances to his followers. The chapter shifts the narrative from the tragedy of the crucifixion in John 19 to triumphant faith, transforming the grief-stricken disciples int
Aug 16, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 18:28–19:15 covers the trial of Jesus before the Roman governor Pontius Pilate. The Jewish leaders hand Jesus over to Rome to secure a death sentence. Pilate questions Jesus about His kingship, declares Him innocent multiple times, but ultimately c
Jul 26, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 17 is the longest recorded prayer of Jesus, focusing on glory, eternal life, and unity. Known as the High Priestly Prayer, it occurs on the night of His betrayal just before His crucifixion.
Jul 19, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
In John 16:17-33, Jesus addresses His disciples' confusion over His impending departure. To comfort them, He promises peace amidst worldly trouble because He has overcome the world.
Jul 12, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
In John 16:7-15, Jesus prepares His disciples for His impending departure by offering one of the most comforting and profound teachings in the New Testament about the Holy Spirit. He assures them that His physical absence is actually for their benefit, as
Jul 3, 2026 5:33 PM America/Chicago
In John 10:22-42, during Hanukkah in Jerusalem, religious leaders press Jesus to plainly state if He is the Messiah. Jesus declares He is one with the Father, prompting them to attempt to stone Him for blasphemy. He then retreats across the Jordan, where
Jun 14, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 14:15–31 continues Jesus’ farewell teaching with a focus on love, obedience, and divine presence, as he promises to send the Holy Spirit as a helper who will remain with and guide his followers. He assures them that they will not be left alone, b
May 24, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 13:1–17 opens the farewell section of John’s Gospel with a powerful scene at the Last Supper, where Jesus, fully aware that his death is near, demonstrates his love by taking the role of a servant and washing his disciples’ feet. This shocking
May 17, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 12:37–50 brings a sobering close to Jesus’ public ministry, highlighting the tension between belief and unbelief as many reject him despite witnessing his signs, fulfilling prophetic warnings from Isaiah. While some quietly believe but fear publi
May 10, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 12:20–36 marks a pivotal moment as outsiders—Greeks seeking Jesus—signal that his mission is expanding beyond Israel, prompting him to declare that “the hour has come” for his glory through the cross. Using the image of a grain of wheat tha
Apr 19, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 11:1–46 recounts the illness, death, and raising of Lazarus, revealing both Jesus’ deep compassion and His divine authority. After intentionally delaying His visit, Jesus arrives in Bethany to find Lazarus already buried, leading to grief from Ma
Apr 12, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
John 10:22–42 takes place during the Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah) in Jerusalem, where religious leaders confront Jesus and demand that He state plainly whether He is the Messiah. Jesus responds that His words and works have already made His identity c
Apr 5, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
In John 10:1–21, Jesus proclaims Himself as the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep, calls them by name, and lays down His life for them. He contrasts Himself with thieves, robbers, and hired hands—leaders who use or abandon the flock when danger comes.
Mar 22, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
Jesus confronts the claim that Abraham is the Jews’ true father, insisting that genuine children of Abraham would act as Abraham did by believing God’s word. He exposes that their desire to kill Him shows they are instead aligned with the devil, the f
Mar 15, 2026 4:45 AM America/Chicago
Jesus tells the Jewish leaders that He is going away to a place they cannot follow, warning that they will die in their sins because they do not believe He is who He claims to be. He explains that He comes from above and speaks what the Father has taught
Mar 8, 2026 5:45 AM America/Chicago
In John 8:12–20, Jesus declares, “I am the light of the world,” teaching that those who follow him will not live in spiritual darkness but will receive the light that brings life.
Feb 22, 2026 3:45 AM America/Chicago
John 7:19–52 portrays escalating conflict over Jesus’ identity during the Feast of Tabernacles. Jesus confronts the crowd and the religious leaders for their inconsistency in keeping the law, defending his healing on the Sabbath, and urging them to ju
Feb 15, 2026 3:45 AM America/Chicago
John 7:1–18 recounts how Jesus remains in Galilee because of growing hostility in Judea, even as the Feast of Tabernacles approaches. His brothers urge him to go publicly to Jerusalem and display his works, but they do not believe in him, and Jesus insi
Jan 25, 2026 3:45 AM America/Chicago
John 6:1–24 presents a series of signs that reveal Jesus as both provider and protector. Beginning with the feeding of the five thousand, Jesus demonstrates His compassion and divine power to meet human need, surpassing what seems possible with what is
Jan 11, 2026 3:45 AM America/Chicago
John 5:1–18 marks a turning point in Jesus’ public ministry as a miraculous healing leads to open conflict with the religious leaders. After healing a man who had been disabled for thirty-eight years, Jesus confronts rigid Sabbath traditions and revea