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A Righteous Man in the Wrong Place
In Genesis 19:1–29, we read the story of Lot, a man willing to compromise his faith, and we see the justice and mercy of God on display. Dr. Sherif Fahim preaches the focus of the story, Lot the backslider or compromiser, and our great righteous merciful God. “Then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials, and to keep the unrighteous under punishment until the…
The Gospel of God
In Mark 1:1–15, Jesus begins his ministry by proclaiming the gospel message that the kingdom of God is at hand. Pastor Brandt Barnard preaches the initiation of the gospel of God, the indicative (truth) of the gospel of God, and the imperative of the gospel of God.
“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”
Disciplining Our Covenant Children in the Gospel
In Ephesians 6:1-4, the apostle Paul exhorts fathers to raise their children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. At this baptism service, listen as Pastor Tiago Baia preaches on disciplining covenant children in the gospel founded on worship, on a wife and husband’s loving relationship,…
Reaching the Summit
Romans 8:31–39 explains the confidence belonging to all those who place their trust in Jesus Christ. Pastor Andrew Vander Maas leads us on a journey of faith as we come through the clouds of questions about our own belonging and worthiness and then begin to see more clearly our salvation in Jesus Christ our Victor, Interceder, and Lover of our souls.
“For I am sure…
A Good Confession
In 1 Timothy 6:11-16, the apostle Paul exhorts Timothy to flee foolish and sinful covetousness and instead pursue godliness. Listen as Dr. Mark Kelderman preaches on the characteristics of a good confession: flees evil, follows righteousness, fights the fight of faith, and is founded on the confession of Christ.
“But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue…
Living a Life on Mission
Since Christians have been raised with Christ and seated with him in heaven by faith, how then shall we live on earth? Listen as guest preacher Mr. Matthew Mihelic preaches from Colossians 4:2-6 on living a life on mission by persevering in prayer, walking in wisdom, and speaking with grace.
“You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its…
From Guilt to Gratitude [Part 2]
Psalm 32:1-11 and 1 Peter 1:3-9 explains the gratitude of all those whose sins are forgiven. Rev. Bill Fennema declares the solace of the redeemed, the school or instruction of the redeemed, and the celebration of the redeemed. The majesty, power, and glory of God are on display in His gift of salvation to the redeemed!
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus…
From Guilt to Gratitude [Part 1]
Psalm 32:1-11 and Ephesians 1:3–14 describe the blessing God gives to all those whose sins are forgiven: salvation through the saving work of Jesus Christ, to the praise of His glory! Rev. Bill Fennema proclaims the song of the redeemed, the sin of the redeemed, and the salvation of the redeemed.
“Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is…
Restoring the Years
In Joel 2:1-27, the Lord promises to restore the harvest for the people who turn to Him. Rev. David Woollin proclaims the illustration, the reality, and the hope.
“Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice, for the Lord has done great things! You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, who has dealt wondrously with you.”
Heaven
In John 14:1-3, believers learn that heaven awaits all those who trust in Jesus. Rev. David Woollin describes the Father’s habitation, the Son’s preparation, and the believer’s destination.
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for…