Posts in Troy Dorrell
Missions Month 2025 | The Necessary Transaction - Season 4, Episode 86

In this message, Pastor Dorrell examines the principle of sacrifice from 1 Corinthians 9, explaining that for the gospel to advance, a "necessary transaction" must occur. Using the apostle Paul as the ultimate example of one who gave up everything to "gain" others for Christ, this sermon investigates the cost of missions. Pastor Dorrell challenges us to consider what personal comforts or resources we are willing to set aside so that people around the world might have the chance to hear the good news and be saved.

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Numbers | The God of Order - Season 4, Episode 85

Continuing the series in the Book of Numbers, Pastor Dorrell examines the specific, orderly instructions God gave for the Israelite encampment in chapter 2. This detailed arrangement around the central Tabernacle reveals a core attribute of God: He is a God of order, not chaos. This principle of divine structure extends from the precise balance of the universe to the design for our own lives. Pastor Dorrell explores how applying this concept of keeping God at the center brings necessary order to our personal walk, our families, and our commitment to the local church, ultimately challenging us to consider what truly sits at the hub of our lives.

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The Way of Wisdom | An Established Life - Season 4, Episode 84

In this concluding message from the series on Proverbs 4, Pastor Daniel examines the practical application of living a life of wisdom. Building on the foundational instruction to "keep thy heart with all diligence," this sermon unpacks Solomon's advice on how to guard the control center of your life. Discover three critical areas that require intentional focus: the words you speak, the direction of your gaze, and the path your feet take. Learn how making conscious, deliberate choices in your communication, focus, and actions can lead to an established life that is secure, honors God, and prepares you not just for today, but for eternity.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Relative Sacrifice - Season 4, Episode 83

In our Christian freedom, it's easy to focus on our rights and what we are permitted to do. But what if true spiritual maturity is found in willingly setting those rights aside? Pastor Dorrell examines 1 Corinthians 9, where the Apostle Paul uses his own life as a powerful example of deference. Paul gave up his right to financial support, choosing to work and even go hungry, so that nothing would stand in the way of the Gospel's message for the Corinthian church. This sermon introduces the principle of "relative sacrifice," challenging us to consider how we can live for something bigger than ourselves. It is a call to intentionally lay down our preferences and comforts for the well-being of others and the advancement of the Gospel, reminding us that we are running a race not for a temporary prize, but for an incorruptible crown.

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Numbers | Stand Up and Be Counted - Season 4, Episode 82

In this introduction to the Book of Numbers, Pastor Dorrell examines the often-overlooked story of Israel's 40-year journey in the wilderness. Using the analogy that after the "wedding" at Sinai comes the "marriage," this sermon explores the real-life journey of faith with all its challenges. Focusing on the census in the first chapter, the message unpacks God’s call for His people to be counted, signifying a universal expectation of commitment and participation. This sermon challenges believers to embrace the responsibility that comes with being part of God's family, highlighting that the rewards of belonging, fellowship, and shared victory far outweigh any sacrifice required.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Love Regulates Liberty - Season 4, Episode 80

In this message, Pastor Dorrell addresses the complex topic of Christian liberty using 1 Corinthians 8 as a guide. He explores the historical conflict in the Corinthian church over eating meat sacrificed to idols to reveal a timeless principle: knowledge must be governed by love. While we may have the freedom to do something, our choices must be filtered through a consideration for how they affect others. This sermon offers practical guidelines for navigating modern "gray areas," challenging us to exercise our freedom not just based on what is permissible, but on what is loving and edifying to the church body.

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Without Distraction - Season 4, Episode 79

In a world that glorifies busyness, how do we make space for what truly matters? Drawing from 1 Corinthians 7 and a key principle in Ecclesiastes 4:6, Pastor Dorrell discusses the spiritual danger of an over-cluttered life. He explains that our constant hurry, endless responsibilities, and accumulation of things—even good things—can prevent us from hearing God’s voice and experiencing His peace. This message offers a practical challenge to choose "a handful with quietness" over a life full of "travail and vexation of spirit," freeing ourselves from distraction to better attend upon the Lord and find true spiritual rest.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | On Assignment - Season 4, Episode 77

In this message from 1 Corinthians, Pastor Dorrell addresses the common feeling that we could serve God better if only our circumstances were different. Drawing from Paul’s instruction to the Corinthian church, this sermon challenges the idea that we need a new job, a different marital status, or a change of location to be effective for Christ. Instead, we are called to view our current life as a divine assignment. Discover how your workplace, neighborhood, and family are the unique and consequential mission field God has given you, and learn to embrace the purpose you can fulfill right where you are, today.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | On Marriage and Divorce - Season 4, Episode 74

Pastor Dorrell examines the challenging and sensitive topic of marriage, divorce, and remarriage by navigating through key passages in the New and Old Testaments. He explains God's original intent for marriage as a sacred, lifelong covenant, while also addressing the difficult exceptions of infidelity and abandonment that arise from the "hardness of heart." Ultimately, this message calls believers to honor the sanctity of their current marriage, offers hope and redemption for those who have experienced the tragedy of divorce, and encourages all to reflect Christ's restorative love within their most intimate relationship.

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Judges | No King in Israel - Season 4, Episode 73

In this challenging conclusion to our series in the Book of Judges, Pastor Dorrell examines the horrific and shocking narrative of chapters 19-21. This single, brutal story of a Levite, his concubine, and a subsequent civil war serves as a graphic illustration of what happens when a nation has no king and, as the text says, "every man did that which was right in his own eyes." This message unpacks how this ancient account exposes the devastating consequences of moral relativism, drawing a direct parallel to our modern culture that prizes personal truth over absolute standards. It is a vital warning about what happens when human solutions are applied to spiritual problems and a powerful call to anchor our lives in the unchanging truth of God's Word.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Due Benevolence - Season 4, Episode 71

Following up on the discussion of immorality in the culture, Pastor Dorrell turns to 1 Corinthians 7:1-9 to address the sanctity and potential pitfalls within marriage. He unpacks the Apostle Paul’s direct instructions regarding physical intimacy, explaining that it is a God-given gift meant exclusively for the marital covenant. This sermon confronts the common but unbiblical extremes of either worldly indulgence or a rigid, joyless abstinence. Pastor Dorrell challenges married couples to see intimacy not as a weapon or bargaining chip, but as a mutual, joyful responsibility and a selfless gift that protects the union from temptation and strengthens the bond of becoming "one flesh" in a way that honors God's design.

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Judges | Self-Styled Religion - Season 4, Episode 70

The story of Micah and the tribe of Dan in Judges 17-18 illustrates a dark period in Israel's history where "every man did that which is right in his own eyes." Pastor Dorrell examines this sobering narrative of stolen silver, household idols, and a priest-for-hire to reveal the profound dangers of a faith based on personal convenience. This message challenges us to consider our own motives, asking whether our spiritual lives are truly guided by the authority of Scripture or if we have created a customized Christianity that suits our personal preferences.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Bought with a Price - Season 4, Episode 68

In this message from 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Dorrell examines the Apostle Paul's urgent correction to a church that had mistaken Christian liberty for a license to indulge. The Corinthians' catchphrases—"All things are permissible" and "Meats for the belly"—are countered with the profound truths that not all things are beneficial and that we must not be mastered by our appetites. Pastor Dorrell applies Paul's teaching that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit to our modern, gratification-pleasing culture, challenging us to flee from temptation, cultivate self-mastery, and consciously honor God in our bodies and spirits, which are His.

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Judges | The Ultimate Betrayal - Season 4, Episode 67

In this sermon, Pastor Dorrell examines the final chapter of Samson's life from Judges 16, presenting a powerful cautionary tale about how a person's greatest strengths can be undone by their moral weaknesses. This message explores the life of a man blessed with immense potential and divine power, who repeatedly surrendered to his own passions and indulgences. Pastor Dorrell explains that before we are betrayed by sin, we first betray ourselves by choosing to yield to temptation. This sermon serves as a crucial reminder of the consequences of our choices and the importance of mastering ourselves to honor God.

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Judges | No One Wins - Season 4, Episode 64

In this powerful episode, Pastor Dorrell delves into Judges 15, exploring the tumultuous life of Samson and the destructive cycle of vengeance and indulgence that defined his story. This sermon highlights the tragic consequences of human indulgence, the pitfalls of unbridled passions, and the cost of retaliatory behaviors. Pastor Dorrell challenges listeners to reflect on their own lives, emphasizing the importance of self-mastery, grace, and breaking free from the cycle of "eye for an eye" responses. Discover how even flawed individuals can be used by God, and how virtues like patience and forgiveness can lead to true victory.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Casting a Dark Cloud Over the Gospel - Season 4, Episode 62

In this message from 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Dorrell challenges believers to consider how their conduct—especially in conflict—reflects on the gospel. Drawing from Paul’s rebuke of the Corinthian church for taking disputes before unbelievers, the sermon calls Christians to prioritize humility, unity, and grace within the body of Christ. With powerful reminders about the cost of petty division and the high calling of our testimony, listeners are urged to walk worthy of the name of Christ, even when it means suffering wrong or choosing peace over vindication.

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Judges | Strong Body, Weak Will - Season 4, Episode 61

In this powerful message from Judges 14, Pastor Dorrell explores the tragic character of Samson—a man chosen by God yet ruled by his appetites. Through the story of Samson’s impulsive pursuit of a Philistine woman, his disregard for his Nazarite vow, and his manipulation of others for personal gain, we see a sobering picture of what happens when indulgence overtakes discipline. Pastor Dorrell contrasts Samson’s life with the biblical call to temperance, warning that a character shaped by unchecked desire is always vulnerable to sin. This episode challenges believers to cultivate spiritual discipline and self-control as marks of godliness in an age of self-gratification.

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God's Grace for an Imperfect Church | Guarding the Church - Season 4, Episode 60

In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor Dorrell examines 1 Corinthians 5, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the spiritual health of the church. He discusses the Apostle Paul’s rebuke of the Corinthian church for tolerating immorality, highlighting the dangers of unchecked sin within a faith community. Pastor Dorrell explores the necessity of church discipline not as a punitive measure, but as a corrective act aimed at reconciliation and restoration. This episode challenges believers to reflect on their personal responsibility in upholding holiness and supporting the integrity of the church.

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Judges | The Introduction of Samson: A Story of God's Sovereignty - Season 4, Episode 59.mp3

In this episode, Pastor Dorrell examines Judges 13, introducing the life of Samson and uncovering the deeper narrative beyond his personal story. Highlighting Israel's spiritual apathy and their failure to seek God during their 40 years of oppression, Pastor Dorrell emphasizes how God's unwavering mercy and sovereignty shine through, even when His people are indifferent. This thought-provoking sermon challenges listeners to reflect on their own spiritual condition, the dangers of complacency, and the significance of God's intervention in times of darkness.

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Embracing Grace - Season 4, Episode 58

In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor Dorrell explores the importance of recognizing and assigning true value to both God and the people around us. Drawing from Luke 7 and an insightful story about perspective, he emphasizes how often we overlook what truly matters. Pastor Dorrell challenges listeners to reevaluate how they treat others, understand the depth of God's grace, and reflect on their own hearts to foster genuine love and gratitude. This message encourages a transformative approach to seeing people through the lens of compassion and divine worth.

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