The Expositor's Podcast with Dr. Joel Dover

When circumstances around us look chaotic or hopeless, how do we trust God’s plan for the future? In this sermon, Pastor Joel Dover digs into Jeremiah chapters 32 and 33. While under siege by Babylon and locked in a prison cell, the prophet Jeremiah was commanded by God to do something that made zero earthly sense: buy a field in a land about to be destroyed. Why? Because true faith doesn't rely o...

Tune in as Pastor JP continues our Jeremiah series in chapters 30-31 on the new covenant titled "The Days are Coming."

Celebrating 12 years of God’s faithfulness, Pastor Joel dives into 1 Samuel to unpack the bold venture of faith taken by Jonathan and his armor-bearer. He reflects on Calvary Chapel Newnan’s humble beginnings as a small church plant and looks ahead to the next exciting chapter of faith still to come.

As Judah faces the growing threat of Babylon and the reality of a 70-year captivity, Jeremiah delivers a hard message of judgment, repentance, and eventual restoration. Discover how God's divine precision in past prophecy gives us total confidence in His promises today—and why even in seasons of refining and hardship, God’s ultimate plan is to give His people a future and a hope.

In a world filled with broken promises and untrustworthy leaders, where do you place your ultimate hope? Join us as we dive into Jeremiah 21–24 and discover why misplaced trust leads to spiritual captivity—and how God’s promises remain unshakable. Through the stark contrast of good and bad figs, the failure of earthly kings, and the longing for a true home, this message reminds us that our faith b...

What happens when the clay resists the hands of the Potter? In Jeremiah 18–20, God gives the prophet two unforgettable object lessons: a clay vessel being reshaped on a potter's wheel, and a clay flask shattered beyond repair. Join us as Pastor Joel Dover explores how God holds both nations and individual lives in His hands—and what happens when a culture stubbornly refuses His call to repent. Alo...

When covenants are kept, all is well—but when they are broken, severe consequences follow. In this message, Joel Dover breaks down Jeremiah 11–17, examining Judah’s long decline into paganism, idolatry, and lawlessness. As Jeremiah preaches an unpopular message of repentance in the face of death threats, we see the stark difference between sorrow over consequences and true, godly repentance. Join...

Is your worship on Sunday aligned with your walk on Monday? In this expositional sermon on Jeremiah 7–10, Pastor Joel Dover explores a timeless biblical truth: God rejects worship when it is disconnected from obedience. Using Jeremiah's Temple sermon, we examine how Judah relied on external religious facades, church buildings, and superficial rituals while living in open rebellion and idolatry. Di...

In this message on Jeremiah 4:5–6:30, Pastor Joel Dover explores a critical turning point in Judah's history. Generations of spiritual drift and unfaithfulness led to imminent judgment through the impending Babylonian invasion. Yet, even in the midst of severe divine discipline, God’s persistent love and promise of future restoration remain clear. Discover how God uses seasons of discipline to rea...

What does it actually mean to return to God? In Jeremiah 3:6–4:4, we see that God isn’t looking for half-hearted regret or empty routine—He desires deep, genuine heart transformation. Join us as we look at "True Repentance," explore God's gracious invitation to return, and see how the Holy Spirit gives us a new heart through Jesus Christ.

In Jeremiah 2–3:5, God exposes the root of Israel’s spiritual unfaithfulness—not just a lapse in behavior, but a heart that traded living water for empty promises. Join us as we look at "The Heart of Spiritual Adultery" and examine where we, too, might be turning to things that can never truly satisfy.

What happens when a nation completely turns its back on its Godly heritage? In this powerful opening study of the Book of Jeremiah, Pastor Joel Dover introduces us to the "bridge prophet" who was called to preach an incredibly difficult and unpopular message to a declining nation. Before Jeremiah was even formed in the womb, God knew him, sanctified him, and ordained him for a specific, divine pur...

In this final chapter of Hebrews, the author delivers a rapid-fire list of 15 theological touchpoints—a dense "dump" of essential truths meant to remind us how to live out our faith daily. Pastor Joel Dover breaks down these 15 final instructions into "four bites" that every believer can easily digest and apply: Join us as we wrap up our study in Hebrews and learn how to move from surface-level kn...

A lot of times, we view the "discipline of God" as a punishment or a sign that He’s angry with us. But the truth is entirely different! In this powerful deep-dive into Hebrews 12:3-29, Pastor Joel Dover reveals that God’s discipline isn't an act of anger—it’s the ultimate proof of His love and your identity as His child.

Are you feeling weary in your walk with God? Join us as Pastor Joel Dover dives into one of the most powerful chapters in the Bible: Hebrews 11, famously known as the "Hall of Faith." In this message, we explore the true biblical definition of faith—not as a vague wish, but as the "substance and evidence" of things hoped for. By looking back at the inspiring legacies of heroes like Noah, Abraham,...

The Hebrews believers were wailing in their faith and some were considering returning to their former way of live in Judaism. The Writer of Hebrews has been making the case for the superiority of the New Covenant in Jesus. In today's message, Pastor Joel will teach us two key principles of faith. Join us to learn how we can guard our faith and steer clear of the pitfalls of deconstruction.

Believers have a unique standing with God through Jesus Christ. The Old Covenant sacrifices are obsolete for New Covenant Believers. Christians are in a whole new position with God because of the finished work of Jesus. This week, Pastor Joel will explore four critical ideas related to the Old and New Covenants from Hebrews 10. Be sure to Join us as we explore these ideas together and grow into a...

Why did Jesus have to die? Could there have been any other way for God to forgive our sins? Join us online as Pastor Joel Dover dives into the second half of Hebrews chapter 9. Last week, we saw the veil torn and the way to God’s presence opened. This week, we explore the legal and spiritual "necessity" of the cross. Using the powerful imagery of a "living will" and the ancient sacrificial system,...

Are you living in the "yard" or the "Holy of Holies"? In the Old Covenant, access to God was full of "governors"—mechanical restrictions that kept people at a distance. There were walls for Gentiles, courts for women, and a massive veil that kept almost everyone out of the presence of God. But everything changed on a Friday at Calvary. By the finished work of Jesus, the veil wasn't just moved—it w...

Join us for our Good Friday Service, the Seven Sayings from the Cross. Tonight, we will feature seven preachers, each preaching one of the seven sayings of Jesus from the cross, in seven minutes! It's going to be great!

Jesus is the mediator of a new covenant, which is superior in every way to the old covenant. Explore this with us as we look together at Hebrews 8 and see why the new covenant of Christ's blood makes the old covenant of Mosaic law obsolete. Want to learn more about Calvary Chapel Newnan? Check us out online at www.calvarynewnan.org.

In a world full of competing voices and "new" ideas, how can we be sure of the truth? Today, we are diving into the "noble" example of the Bereans and the foundational principles of a Bible-centered life. In this message, we explore why the believers in Berea were commended for their faith and how we can follow their lead. We’ll look at: The Thessalonian Model: Discover the three keys to a healthy...

In today's message, Pastor Joel will unpack the typology of Melchizedek, a mysterious priest from the days of Abram, who points forward to Jesus. We'll see similarities of their priesthood as we learn that Jesus is the high priest of the Christian faith.

Pastor Joel will continue our Hebrews study by looking at the most significant passage in the Hebrews text, chapter 6. We'll answer the question today, can a Christian who falls away from faith be saved?