Sermons on Psalms
Confessing Providence
With Psalm 104:1-35 and with Article 13 of the Belgic Confession, we are reminded to praise God the Creator of all things who faithfully preserves and cares for His creation. Pastor Martijn Heijboer preaches God’s benevolent rule and our unspeakable comfort.
Confessing Creation
With Psalm 8:1–9; Hebrews 1:1–14; Revelation 12:7–12, and with Article 12 of the Belgic Confession, we learn God created out of nothing the heavens and earth and all creatures with the purpose of glorifying Himself. Pastor Martijn Heijboer preaches the Earth in service of its Creator, angels in service of their Creator, and demons in rebellion against their Creator.
God Revealing Himself to Us
With Psalm 19:1-14, we continue our series on the truths of the Belgic Confession, one of the three forms of unity cherished by many reformed churches. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches creation reveals that God exists and Scripture reveals who God is.
Clean Lips and a Clean Heart
In Psalm 19:1–14, David reflects on the glory of God’s knowledge and wisdom, creation, and the Law. In verse 14, we find our 2026 motto text, as David seeks to reflect the perfection of God’s wisdom and knowledge. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the knowledge and wisdom of God revealed in creation and in the Law and David’s prayer for innocence and purity. “Let the…
What to Do When You Have Sinned
In Psalm 51, David turns to the Lord pleading for forgiveness following his sin with Bathsheba, describing the greatest need for Christians today. Mr. Paul Tamras preaches the cry to God, the problem, the desire, and the result. “Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions.”
The Lost Art of Stirring up Our Soul in Thanksgiving
In Psalm 104:1-35, the Psalmist stirs up his heart with joy as he blesses the Lord in thanksgiving for how He made and governs all things. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches stirring up awe over God’s splendor and majesty, stirring up thanksgiving over God’s acts of creation, stirring up…
Blessing the LORD
In Psalm 103:1-22, the psalmist David expresses his thanksgiving for the Lord’s many blessings. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches bless the LORD for His personal benefits, His righteousness and justice, His mercy and grace, His fatherly compassion, His steadfast love, and His universal greatness. “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!…
Worshiping the Holy God
In Psalm 99:1-9, the author calls us to turn from idols to worship the one true God, the holy King. Mr. Isaac Bronkema preaches that God is holy in His kingship, holy in His righteousness, and holy in His Covenant.
“Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at his holy mountain; for the Lord our God is holy!”
Psalms: Book 5
With Psalm 107:43, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Five of the Psalms contains Psalms 107-150, with Psalms of Restoration in which the people celebrate God’s salvation, anticipating Yahweh will set His people free. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Lord’s steadfast love will save His people, let us be faithful to Him, and let…
Psalms: Book 4
With Psalm 92:1-2, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Four of the Psalms contains Psalms 90-106, beginning with a prayer of Moses asking when the Lord will pity His people, followed by psalms exulting the greatness of God’s justice, majesty, and creation. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches it is good to praise the Most High, examples…