South Tampa Fellowship
This is the weekly sermon podcast from South Tampa Fellowship in Tampa, Florida. It features messages from the church's pastors and speakers. Visit stfchurch.com for more information.
Episodes
The Lord Is Near | Finding Calm When Your Mind Won't Stop
Over the next few weeks, we’ll dive into Philippians 4 and discover the timeless truths about peace that the Apostle Paul wrote while imprisoned.Pastor JJ kicks off this limited series with a powerful message that speaks directly to where so many of us find ourselves today. In a world where it can be hard to hold on to the truths we already know—especially when our minds are running overtime at 2
Missions Connect 2026
This year at Missions Connect 2026, we had the privilege of welcoming JJ Alderman from @tti_global. JJ shared an inspiring word on advancing the Gospel and challenged us to embrace our calling to live on mission.As followers of Jesus, we are called to go, make disciples, and take the Gospel to the nations. We pray this message encourages and challenges you to live with a greater passion for the mi
Truth Isn't Threatened by Investigation - The Bible
Continuing our Summer School series, Pastor JJ walks us through the Bible and this time challenges us with one statement: Truth isn't threatened by investigation. This message challenges us to move beyond simply knowing the Bible and allow God’s Word to shape how we live, how we walk, and ultimately how we follow Jesus. Because the written Word doesn’t just give us direction; it leads us to th
What's Lighting Your Path? - The Bible
Continuing our Summer School series, Pastor JJ walks us through Psalm 119:105 and the powerful picture of God’s Word as “a lamp for my feet and a light on my path.” When life feels uncertain and we can’t see what’s ahead, Scripture doesn’t always give us a spotlight for the entire road it gives us enough light to take the next faithful step.This message challenges us to move beyond simply knowing
Here's Your Invite - Communion
Pastor Chris Dotson continues our Summer School series with a powerful message on Communion. Through the story of the table, we’re reminded that Jesus doesn’t simply invite us to remember what He has done. He invites us into His presence.
Is God Loving or Just? - Justification
Is God just or loving? Can He truly forgive guilty people without compromising His justice?In this message from our Summer School series, Nate Roberts and Christian Santos walk through Romans 3:21–26 and explore the biblical doctrine of justification how a perfectly holy and just God can declare guilty sinners righteous.
Baptism: The Gospel on Display
What is baptism, and why does it matter? In this Summer School message, Pastor Chris Dotson unpacks the biblical doctrine of baptism and why it's much more than a tradition or personal milestone. Baptism is a public declaration of faith, an act of obedience to Jesus, and a visible picture of the Gospel at work in the life of every believer.Whether you're considering baptism, have questions
What Is God's Will For My Life - Sanctification
Summer School continues as Pastor JJ Johnson walks us through 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 and unpacks a clear answer Scripture gives us: God’s will is for us to be sanctified.In today’s message, we’ll discover what sanctification means, why holiness matters, and how following Jesus transforms the way we live. God’s desire isn’t simply for us to know His Word, but to live in a way that honors Him and ref
The Truth That Changes Everything - The Trinity
Summer School continues as Pastor Chris Dotson unpacks one of the most foundational truths of the Christian faith: the Trinity. Together we'll see how the Bible reveals one God in three persons and why knowing the triune God changes the way we worship, pray, and live every day.
When Life Doesn't Make Sense
What do you do when life doesn't make sense, and God's plan feels uncertain?In this message, Pastor Jon Jon Elicier reminds us that even in seasons of tension and uncertainty, God is still sovereign. We can trust His timing, surrender our expectations, and truly find rest assured that He is always working.
Love Interrupts
To kick off our new series, we welcomed Dave Traynor, Campus Teacher at our Channel District location, who shared a powerful message on compassion.
When Disappointment Turns to Devotion | Singleness
In this weeks sermon, Next Gen and Young Adults Pastor Danny Hardy unpacks how disappointment, the gap between expectation and reality, can quietly grow into discouragement, bitterness, and unbelief if left unchecked, and shows through the life of Anna and the reality of singleness that the answer is not to hide our pain but to bring it to Jesus, the only one who can hold it and turn our disappoin
A Father's Heart, A Family's Strength: Father's Day Sermon | South Tampa Fellowship
In this weeks sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson uses Joshua's declaration "as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord" to challenge fathers that their greatest legacy is not what they accumulate but the authentic faith they personally live out and pass on to future generations.
How to Be Content in Every Circumstance | Singleness
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson uses Solomon's search for meaning in Ecclesiastes to show that true contentment and identity are found not in relationships or possessions, but in Christ alone.
Too Sinful to Be Proud, Too Loved to Be Insecure | Ephesians
In this sermon, Youth Pastor Michael Rivera reflects on a powerful week of youth ministry, unpacking Paul's words in Ephesians 6:19-20 to show that the "mystery of the gospel" is good news so unpredictable that it demands two things from believers: the courage to stand and suffer for Christ in a broken world, and the clarity to speak plainly about Jesus rather than assuming good deed
The Prayer That Changes Everything | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson teaches that every believer, over the course of walking with Jesus, prays four kinds of "Yes, Lord" prayers drawn from Ephesians 6:18-20, the hard yes, the weak yes, the blind yes, and the fearless yes. He invites the church to move from talking about prayer to actually practicing it.
Why Does Life Get Harder After You Become a Christian? | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson connects Memorial Day to the spiritual battlefield, walking our church through Ephesians 6 to unpack the first three pieces of the armor of God including the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, and the gospel of peace, reminding us that the Christian life is not a playground but a battlefield we are all called to stand firm in.
The Unseen War: Spiritual Warfare | Ephesians
Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson breaks down spiritual warfare into three ways and how it shows up in everyday life: the devil deceives, the flesh desires, and the world disciples. He reminds believers that because of Christ's death and resurrection, they don't fight for victory, they fight from it.
For Every Mom Who Feels Invisible YOU ARE SEEN | Mothers Day
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ and Communications Director Brie explore the emotionally layered story of Rachel and Leah from Genesis 29–30 to remind us that our identity and security are found not in human approval or comparison, but in a God who truly sees us, loves us, and works through the overlooked and broken to fulfill His redemptive purpose.
When Truth Speaks to Your Pain | From Hurt to Healing | God in Grief
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson walks our congregation through a powerful framework for moving from hurt to healing, teaching that true healing requires three essential stops: naming the deepest source of your pain, identifying the lies that pain causes you to believe, and applying the truth of God's Word to those broken places in your life.
Where Is God When You're Grieving? | God In Grief
In this sermon, Pastor Chris Dotson walks through John 11 to reframe how we approach grief, challenging us to stop asking God why and instead ask where he is, ultimately revealing that Jesus grieves with us and invites us to grieve with him rather than without him.
The Blueprint for Raising Godly Kids Nobody Talks About | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ explores how Ephesians 6 calls children to obey and honor their parents while challenging fathers specifically to lead with presence, consistency, and grace rather than passivity or harshness, all as a reflection of God's design for the family.
33 Years In — The Key to a Thriving Marriage That Most People Miss | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ explores how biblical submission rooted in Ephesians 5 is not weakness or control, but a spirit filled, voluntary act of lifting others up that serves as the foundation for a flourishing life, marriage, and relationship with God.
Unexpected Resurrection: How Jesus Defeated Sin, Shame, and Death | Easter
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explains that Jesus’ resurrection, unexpected even by His followers, proves His victory over sin and death and offers new life, forgiveness, and hope to anyone who places their faith in Him.
The Invitation You Can’t Afford to Ignore | Palm Sunday
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explains that like an ignored invitation, many people don’t outright reject God but delay responding to His call, yet the real tragedy is missing the freely offered “wedding banquet” of salvation by failing to accept both His invitation and His provision through Christ.
Holy Week Experience 2026
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Live Out Your Personal Ministry
In this sermon, Pastor Brian Owen from Grace City Boston Church explains that every follower of Jesus has a unique personal ministry, and like Paul in Acts chapter 17, believers are called to faithfully live out and share their faith where God has placed them without fear, distraction, or complacency.
From Surface Faith to Spirit-Filled Living | Ephesians
In this sermon, Davis Islands Campus Pastor Seth King teaches from Ephesians 5:15–20 that instead of drifting through a distracted and surface-level faith, believers are called to live with wisdom and purpose, making the most of their time, rejecting empty substitutes for fulfillment, and embracing a Spirit-filled life marked by daily surrender, genuine worship, heartfelt gratitude, and continual
Not Even a Hint — Holiness in Sex and Money | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson reminds us through Ephesians that as God’s dearly loved children we are called to mimic our Father by walking in love, forgiving like Christ forgave us, turning from sexual immorality and greed, and living with grateful hearts that reflect a life changed by Jesus.
Why Can't I Stop Sinning? | Ephesians
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson asks the honest question, "Why can’t I stop sinning?” and teaches from Ephesians that sin is not just a series of bad decisions but a deceptive, hardening, and enslaving force, and that true transformation requires repentance and reliance on Jesus for real freedom.
Sameness vs. Unity - What's the Real Problem? | Ephesians
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson teaches that just as growth requires the right environment, Christians reach spiritual maturity only when rooted in a healthy, united church.
No Wasted Space | Ephesians
In this sermon, Next Gen and Young Adults Pastor Danny Hardy uses the story of redesigning his new home to eliminate wasted space as a parallel to Epistle to the Ephesians chapter 3, challenging believers to stop letting distractions, detachment, and deception crowd their hearts and instead allow Christ to fully dwell within them so they can experience the fullness of God.
Living as One in Christ | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson reflects on Ephesians 2 and 3, emphasizing that through Christ’s sacrifice we are invited to God’s table, belong to His family, and are called to extend grace and the gospel to the world.
From Death in Sin to New Life in Christ | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson walks verse by verse through Ephesians 2, revealing how we were spiritually dead in our sin but made alive in Christ by God’s grace: saved not just from something, but for a greater purpose as part of His bigger story.
Knowing Jesus Deeply Leads to Seeing Life Clearly | Ephesians
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson, teaches that spiritual maturity comes through knowing Jesus deeply, which leads us to see life clearly and grow as authentic followers of Him.
Living From Jesus Christs' Identity | Ephesians
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson unpacks the book of Ephesians to show that believers are not meant to chase God’s love or blessings, but to live from the identity, freedom, and spiritual riches they already possess in Christ.
Exposing Idols That Hold Us Back | Ephesians
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson challenges us to let God expose the idols of comfort and security in our lives so that His living presence can move powerfully through South Tampa.
God’s Design for Unity and Community in 2026
In this sermon, Next Steps and Groups Pastor Chris Sullivan draws from Exodus 17 and the story of Moses, Aaron, and Hur to show that winning in 2026 means depending on God and walking in community. While God brings the victory, He sustains His people through shared strength, ultimately pointing us to Jesus, our perfect mediator, who enables us to move forward together.
His Name Shall Be Everlasting Father | STF Christmas Series 2025
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores Isaiah 9:6, inviting those in a spiritual wilderness to see Jesus as the Everlasting Father who lovingly carries, restores, and reveals God’s perfect, unfailing presence beyond the wounds of earthly relationships.
His Name Shall Be Mighty God | STF Christmas Series 2025
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson reflects on how Christmas exposes our expectations and disappointments, ultimately reminding us that God’s might is shown not through meeting our demands but through His faithful presence Emmanuel, “God with us” in every darkness we walk through.
Empowering | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Groups and Next Steps Pastor Chris Sullivan illustrates that every believer has a vital role to play, culminating in a call for the church to claim their corner, pray for the people they're reaching, and step out with Spirit-empowered confidence to join God’s work already happening around them.
Spirit-Led: Part 2 | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson explains that true intimacy with God through prayer, holiness, and belief,, makes a Spirit-led life possible. He's urging believers to pray for open doors to share “the mystery of Christ,” meaning Christ in us, and illustrating through a story of a man who spoke to Jesus as a friend that we’re invited to know and walk with God in the s
Spirit-Led |STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson teaches that being Spirit-led means surrendering daily to the Holy Spirit’s presence and power so you can claim your corner! Live out your faith and share Christ’s love in the specific people and places God has called you to impact.
Available | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson teaches that God seeks our availability over our ability, calling believers to listen to the Holy Spirit and respond "Here I am, send me" to impact their world for Christ.
Compassionate | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dodson exposes the cultural “compassion scam,” urging believers to reject surface-level empathy and instead embody true, Christlike compassion that tells the truth, suffers with others, and leads them toward real restoration in Jesus.
The C.A.S.E | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson emphasizes that transformation begins by setting your heart and mind on Jesus, allowing His love to reshape your desires, thoughts, and actions. When you live with eternity in view, putting sin to death becomes an overflow of devotion rather than duty, and your life becomes a visible reflection of Christ’s power and purpose in the world.
Authentic Followers of Jesus | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Davis Islands Campus Pastor Seth King reminds us that true authenticity in following Jesus isn’t found in performance, disciplines, or activities, but in total dependence on Christ, whose work secures our identity, fills our emptiness, and transforms us from the inside out.
Becoming | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson teaches that Christ is the missing piece who makes life complete, the supreme and sufficient center of all creation, and the one in whom we find our true identity, purpose, and hope of glory.
Every Corner | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson emphasizes the importance of addressing hidden brokenness in the community by embodying and spreading the presence of Jesus in every corner of South Tampa, encouraging South Tampa Fellowship to identify their own "corners" where they can actively live out their faith and impact others.
Broken People | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Executive and Teaching Pastor Chris Dotson urges believers to confront their own brokenness, bringing it to Jesus for transformation, to empower them to address the world's brokenness.
We Are Becoming | STF Vision Series
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson introduces a series on Colossians and unveils South Tampa Fellowship's new mission statement, highlighting the gospel's transformative power and urging the congregation to embrace their identity as broken people becoming authentic followers of Christ.
The Compassion and Mission of Jesus: Seeing, Praying, and Sending
In this sermon, Idlewild's Senior Pastor, Dr. Edgar Aponte, emphasizes Jesus' compassionate response to brokenness and calls believers to engage in His mission through seeing spiritual needs, praying for workers, and actively sharing the gospel.
Strength in Vulnerability | The Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson examines Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, highlighting His surrender to God's will, the profound love in His choice to drink the "cup of wrath" for humanity, and contrasting human courage with Christ's strength in vulnerability and obedience to reveal the transformative power of His sacrifice.
Servant Leadership and Limitless Love| The Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores the profound act of Jesus washing His disciples' feet, as recorded in John 13, emphasizing Christ's unconditional love and His call for believers to serve others in humility.
The Meaning and Power of Communion | The Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explains the significance of communion as a command from Jesus to remember His sacrifice, a unifying act for believers, and a proclamation of the gospel that anchors Christians to the hope of future fellowship with Christ.
Do I Like What I See In The Mirror? | Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson explores Jesus' harsh critique of the Pharisees in Matthew 23, emphasizing the perils of religious hypocrisy and the need for genuine faith, while highlighting Jesus' compassionate desire to draw people to Himself despite their shortcomings.
The Danger of Hypocrisy | Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores Jesus' stern warnings to the Pharisees in Matthew 23, emphasizing the dangers of religious hypocrisy and calling for a return to authentic faith, while highlighting Jesus' compassionate desire to gather people to Himself despite their shortcomings.
Am I Wasting My Life? | Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson explores the parable of the tenants in the vineyard, emphasizing that a wasted life stems from the attitude of believing "my life belongs to me" rather than acknowledging God's ownership, drawing parallels between the Jewish leaders' rejection of God's messengers and our tendency to reject His authority.
Holy Disruptions: God's Method for Transformation | Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Davis Islands Campus Pastor Seth King explains how Jesus' cleansing of the temple illustrates holy disruptions as God's way of refining believers, emphasizing the church's role as a prayerful community that embraces these opportunities for growth.
What Am I Made For? | Chosen Season 5
In this sermon, Groups and Next Steps Pastor Chris Sullivan explains that true life in Christ is found through dying to self, surrendering personal desires, and embracing servanthood which leads to a deeper relationship with Christ and eternal rewards.
Do You Have a Lukewarm Faith? | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson discusses the message to the church of Laodicea in Revelation, warning against spiritual complacency and calling for passionate faith, urging believers to overcome self-sufficiency and spiritual blindness by welcoming Christ's transformative presence.
Faithful Endurance | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores Revelation 3's letter to the church in Philadelphia, emphasizing God's character as holy and true, His authority to open and close doors, and the promise of eternal reward for those who faithfully endure trials.
A Call to Genuine Faith | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson delivers a sermon from the series on Jesus' letters to the seven churches in Revelation, focusing on the church in Sardis. He challenges believers, especially men and fathers on Father's Day, to move beyond a superficial reputation of faith to an authentic, Spirit-filled life by emphasizing the importance of genuine faith, spiritual awareness, and l
Don't Tolerate What Jesus Won't | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Next Gen and Young Adults Pastor Danny Hardy delivers a sermon that explores the dangers of tolerating sin and compromise in the Christian life, using the letter to the church in Thyatira from Revelation as a backdrop, emphasizing the importance of not tolerating what Jesus won't, and encouraging believers to hold onto their faith.
Spiritual Warfare in Pergamum | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores the letter to the church in Pergamum from Revelation 2, highlighting the spiritual battles faced by early Christians in a city dominated by pagan worship and compromised beliefs, emphasizing Jesus' awareness of their struggles, His call for repentance, and His promise of victory, while delving into the historical context of Pergamum, the symbol
Pressed But Not Suppressed | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson examines how Christians can maintain faith amid cultural pressures and hardships, using Revelation's letter to Smyrna to highlight the importance of faithfulness over strength and relying on God's presence as a defense against Satan's pressure.
Have You Forsaken Your First Love? | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson examines the letter to the church of Ephesus in Revelation, urging believers to maintain a passionate love for Christ alongside sound doctrine and good works, and to remember, repent, and return to their first love for Jesus.
Returning to Our First Love | Mother’s Day
In the first half of the service, Pastor JJ Johnson's Mother's Day sermon from Revelation 2 emphasizes mothers' nurturing roles and deep love for Christ, while the second half features Brie Fernandez introducing three church women who share their faith journeys, highlighting community and authentic motherhood.
Unveiling Revelation | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson highlights the relevance of the book of Revelation for Christians today, focusing on spiritual realities, Christ's victory over evil, and encouraging believers to remain faithful amidst adversity.
End of the World?! | Letters From Jesus
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson launches a series on the book of Revelation, aiming to dispel misconceptions and equip listeners with tools for interpretation, emphasizing the book's focus on Jesus and its relevance for contemporary Christian life beyond end-times predictions.
Jesus Has Risen | Easter
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson invites listeners to engage with the resurrection through four action-oriented verbs from Matthew 28—come, see, go, and tell—transforming them from observers to active participants in spreading the hope of the gospel.
How to Rebuild Spiritual Walls | Nehemiah
In this video, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores the book of Nehemiah, highlighting the contrast between the celebratory end of chapter 12 and the spiritual decline in chapter 13, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining spiritual commitments, celebrating victories, and finishing well, urging believers to be "wall builders" in God's kingdom in both the ancient and modern conte
Holy Week Experience
Step into the story of Jesus' final days with our Holy Week Walk-Through Experience. From the warmth of the fire where Peter faced his denial to the weight of the cross on Golgotha, this immersive journey invites you to reflect on the moments leading to the resurrection.
What Does Worship Look Like? | Nehemiah
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson explores the concept of worship, emphasizing that it is not something we switch on and off but something we aim, arguing that while everyone worships, many mistakenly aim their worship at things other than God. He challenges listeners to redirect their worship toward God through gratitude and sacrifice, defining true worship as joy aimed at what we lov
For God So Loved The World | John 3:16 Sunday
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson explores the profound meaning of John 3:16, emphasizing God's unconditional love for humanity and the path to salvation through faith in Jesus Christ while examining the verse's context, compassionate message, significance of the cross, and certainty of eternal life for believers, and inviting listeners to consider their relationship with God and respond to
How To Overcome Distraction
In this sermon, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson discusses how distraction in modern life is a strategic tool of the enemy that shifts our focus from God's purpose, and he uses Nehemiah's story to illustrate maintaining focus on important matters, discerning truth from fear, and staying true to our God-given identity.
Resolving Conflict In The Church
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson discusses the dual nature of faith community relationships as both a profound source of joy and deep pain, emphasizing the need to handle conflicts biblically by adhering to Jesus' teachings on resolution and integrity as demonstrated in Nehemiah's time and today.
Overcoming Opposition in God's Work
In this sermon, Senior Pastor JJ Johnson underscores the inevitability of opposition in pursuing God's purpose, using Nehemiah's story as a framework to encourage believers to remain focused, prayerful, and unified as they both build and battle in God's kingdom.
Positioning Yourself For God's Miracles
In this sermon, Pastor Kelly Knouse from First Baptist of Cleveland, TN, discusses how believers can prepare themselves to experience God's miraculous work by trusting His character, submitting to His will, maintaining a grateful heart, and focusing on His glory rather than personal gain. Enjoy!
From Cupbearer to Contractor
In this episode, Executive Pastor Chris Dotson delivers a sermon exploring how to live a life free from regret by following Nehemiah's example, emphasizing the importance of pursuing God's heart through prayer and intimacy, and aligning our actions with His will to integrate spirituality with everyday life as opportunities to serve God's kingdom.
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