Podcasts by Redeeming Grace Church (RGC) Sermons

Encountering Jesus: A Story of Three Crowds from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.953810

Encountering Jesus: A Story of a Thief from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.948200

Encountering Jesus: A Story of Peter from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.942394

Through Christ’s resurrection and restoring mercy, Peter experienced both forgiveness and a power that transformed his fearful cowardice into fearless proclamation.

The Defining Virtue of the Christian Life from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.929454

Pursue love because love is the defining virtue of the Christian life.

Of First Importance from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.916404

What is the most important thing? The Gospel. Therefore, let us hold fast to it!

Real Spirituality from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.902077

The Christian life is gospel-driven, mission-minded, church-centric, Christlike and abounding in hope.

Praising Him in Prayer from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.898421

Confessing Our Sins to God from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.886072

Sin brings utter destruction, but God's salvation is available for those who turn to him in repentance. So let us confess our sins to the Lord.

Prayer&Enemies from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.875071

Trust in the Lord - no matter the opposition - because He will vindicate His people and destroy His enemies.

Knowing God: The Help of the Holy Spirit from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.862045

It is our privilege to know God as He is: the Holy Spirit, our helper.

Living Between Two Worlds from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.857686

Fear the Lord and build His house, for the day of His appearing is at hand.

A Love to Melt Your Heart from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.845760

Child of God, know for certain that God has chosen you and that he loves you. Let this truth melt any coldness in your heart toward Him.

Giving as a Fruit of Repentance from 2023-12-14T05:03:53.807417

Bear fruit in keeping with repentance, by gladly rendering to God what you owe him, including a full portion of the wealth that he has given you.

Is It Useless to Serve the Lord? Christmas Says"No" from 2023-12-10T11:30

The Lord WILL come to judge and save; be ready by trusting and obeying the Lord Jesus Christ.

Careful What You Wish For from 2023-11-26T11:30

The Lord is just and will judge the wicked - how will judgement go for you?

Marriage: It's More Than You Think from 2023-11-19T11:30

Marriage is about the gospel and so we've got to embrace God's design and desire in this most holy matter.

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn from 2023-11-19T11:30

Worship the King from 2023-11-12T11:30

The Lord is our Father and King! Beware of offeringHim lackluster, impure, or begrudging worship.

Blessed Beyond Measure from 2023-10-29T11:30

Christian, it's a new day! God's blessing is upon you and God's King will soon reign. So keep going.

Be Strong&Work from 2023-10-22T11:30

Be strong, fear not, and build Christ's church.

Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit from 2023-10-22T11:30

Consider Your Ways! from 2023-10-15T11:30

Let us shake off lethargy and distraction, and get busy building the house of the Lord.

Knowing God: The Grace of the Son from 2023-09-24T11:30

It is our privilege to know God as He is: the eternal Son who took on flesh to save us and make us His friends.

An Overview of the Beatitudes from 2023-09-24T11:30

Knowing God: The Love of The Father from 2023-09-17T11:30

It is our privilege to know God as He is: our Father who has eternally loved us in Jesus Christ.

Knowing God: Three in One from 2023-09-10T11:30

It is our privilege to know God as He is: one God existing eternally in three persons - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Praying With a Heart Like God's from 2023-08-27T11:30

Would you have a heart like God's? Pray generous prayers, for all sorts of people, because God's salvation is for all sorts of people.

Learning to Lament from 2023-08-20T11:30

Godly lament is a response of faith – it's how the child of God gives voice to his grief and pain. When troubles overwhelm him, he offers up prayers to the One able to save him from death.

Pray Like This... from 2023-08-13T11:30

Prayer is chiefly about orienting our hearts to God's purposes and glory and submitting ourselves to Him.

Praying Amidst Opposition from 2023-07-30T11:30

Let us pray at all times to speak the gospel with boldness, for opposition for Jesus'sake will surely come, but God will answer our cries for help.

Run With Endurance from 2023-07-23T11:30

Believers in Christ are empowered to run the race of faith with endurance, which may include persecution, by laying aside everything that hinders them, by following Jesus'example, and by looking fo...

Paul's Love for His People in Prayer from 2023-07-16T11:30

Paul's passionate love for the Thessalonians drove him to pray for their spiritual good.

Stand Firm in Faith from 2023-06-25T11:30

Stand firm in faith by loving the Lord Jesus and loving the family of God.

Live Gladly and Fully for Christ from 2023-06-18T11:30

The resurrection is real and coming. Hold fast to the gospel and live gladly abd fully for Christ.

The Resurrection is Real from 2023-06-11T11:30

The resurrection of the body undergirds Christianity. Without it our faith is worthless.

Mission Equipped from 2023-05-28T11:30

Jesus equips His disciples for the Great Commission by instilling in them sure faith in His ressurection and redemptive work, by clarifiying Scripture's message, and by promising the Spirit's empow...

The Name of the Game is Edification from 2023-05-21T11:30

Pursue love, by striving to excel in building up the church!

An Overview of Spiritual Gifts from 2023-05-14T11:30

Jesus empowers and edifies His church through spiritual gifts. Let us understand them and grow in our zealous and loving exercise of them.

Many Members, One Body from 2023-04-30T11:30

Redeeming Grace, none of you are superior or inferior to one another because every part of the body is vital for the health of the church.

Signs of the Spirit from 2023-04-23T11:30

What marks us out as people of the Spirit is confessing that Jesus is Lord and using our Spirit- given gifts for the good of the church.

Our Unity and The Lord's Supper from 2023-03-26T11:30

Let's strengthen and protect our blood-bought unity by rightly practicing the Lord's Supper.

Why Legalism Doesn't Work from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.102716

Living Together in Repentance&Forgiveness, Part II from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.094997

Unity within Christ's Church requires that our inevitable sins against one another be justly covered

Portraits of the Compelling Community of the Church from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.092077

The local church is a supernatural, unified and joyful community bound together through faith in Jesus Christ and devoted to doctrine, prayer, one another and gospel ministry.

Keys to Unity as a Church - Godly Communication from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.085298

In these days of communicational chaos, it is essential that God's people go back to the basic principles and practices of godly communication, the goal of which is live.

A Faithful Generation from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.078761

Those who will enter into the Promised Land deeply desire it, earnestly seek it, and faithfully follow their Shepherd in order to claim it.

Decisions, Decisions from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.072810

Israel stands at the crossroads. They must decide, as ultimately we all must decide

Let Us Love Our God! from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.070395

God's demand for single-minded love and devotion is satisfied only by Christ who gives us his standing by faith and gives us new hearts to love God like him.

Righteous Authority for a Righteous People from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.063194

If the Lord's people are to continue in righteousness, they need the righteous leadership that He promises to raise up to speak and act on His behalf.

Resolved: To Seek to Pray as if Our Life Depended On It from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.055324

If we are to be strengthened in our practice of prayer, we must embrace the reality that we are in a pitched battle for eternal souls, including our own.

Do Not Fear But Hope In The Cross from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.047472

Our sin, which deserves God's judgement, is no barrier to eternal life because God is mighty to save through the cross of Christ. Therefore, let's place all our hope in His cross.

Praise God for Choosing Us! from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.041150

The doctrine of election urges us to praise God because it reveals His loving design to save sinners who don't deserve it.

Famous Last Words -"This Man Was Innocent" from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.017555

Good Friday Service, April 2, 2021

Famous Last Words -"He Is Not Here, But Has Risen" from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.015147

That Jesus Christ rose from the grave is no mere factoid in a world drowning in information overload; it is the ultimate truth that matters eternally to each and every soul.

Peace Through the Cross from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.009

The cross is the power for peace, peace with God (despite our hostility and alienation) and peace with one another (despite our hostility and alienation). If we want peace, we must be a people of t...

The Privilege to Proclaim Christ to All from 2022-04-21T20:45:47.006544

It is an immense privilege to proclaim the gospel that gives all people full and free access to God's salvation through Christ. Exercising this awesome privilege brings suffering, but even that, Go...

New Clothes for a New Life from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.998818

As Christians, we must live as Christians: thinking and acting differently than non-Christians and above all, imitating God by walking in love.

Favor from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.992178

The Lord guides and directs needy sinners to find favor in the eyes of the Redeemer.

The Gospel Comes Home from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.984603

Parents and children: let us labor to live in keeping with God's good design for our homes.

Christ's Call to Slaves and Masters from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.981874

As members of God's new society (the church), the gospel radically and often counter-culturally, re-orients the way we live as those under authority and those in authority.

Ezra&Nehemiah Overview from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.975360

Ezra and Nehemiah are about the rebuilding of the city of God. Ultimately, this is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, through whom God is building the heavenly Jerusalem - His church. Are you dwelling with...

Prevailing Against Satan's Devices from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.962904

Satan relentlessly tries to attack Christ's Church, using many cunning devices. Let us resolve to stand firm in the face of his attacks, knowing we have a God who strengthens weak hands.

Breaking Out of This Miserable Cycle from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.956097

Israel's broken all of her covenant vows - again! What's it going to take to break this cycle? A better covenant, established by a greater Redeemer, whose blood provides true cleansing and lasting ...

Resolved: To Long for God’s Word in 2022 from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.948786

As those born again by the Word of God, having tasted and seen that He is good, let us long for and abide in His Word in 2022.

Resolved: To Pray and Keep Praying in 2022 from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.946333

Given that our God is just and loves to act on behalf of His beloved church, let us resolve to pray and keep praying in 2022.

Did God Make Me Do It? from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.932683

God is not the source of our temptation - that comes from inside us. He is the source of every good gift, and the best gift of all is the new birth!

Genuine Faith Bridles the Tongue from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.925652

The tongue is incredibly powerful, destructive and revealing, and it is only through the power of the gospel that we can keep our tongues under control.

God's Prescription for Restoration from 2022-04-21T20:45:46.917211

Brothers and sisters, we must pray! God has given prayer to us as the right response in all situations, and especially as an effective remedy for spiritual restoration.

Celebrating a Harvest of Life from 2022-04-17T11:30

Jesus'death was indeed fruitful - look what a great harvest of life it produced! Let us celebrate that glorious resurrection life, with worship, love, and service to our risen King.

Good Friday Reflections from 2022-04-15T11:30

A Lesson On Rejoicing from 2022-04-12T11:07:29.752728

Christians are commanded to rejoice in Christ

Anticipating a Fruitful Death from 2022-04-10T11:30

The hour has come for Jesus to be glorified as God's King - but not in the way anyone expects. He will be glorified as He is lifted up upon the shameful cross, for His death will accomplish the sal...

Living in Light of Eternity from 2022-03-27T11:30

As we live in light of the end, let us watch our words, remember who's in charge, beware the love of money, and patiently endure until Jesus returns.

Authority Issues from 2022-03-27T09:47:31.759081

Eternal life is found only through willing submission to the divine authority of Jesus Christ, our great high priest.

Great Sin, Greater Grace from 2022-03-20T11:30

Worldliness in your heart is destructive and adulterous - you must repent of it and humbly submit yourself to God.

Enduring for Eternity from 2022-03-20T08:54:33.702287

We must run the race with endurance, with persevering faith if we're to make it safely into His kingdom.

Wisdom's Peaceful Way from 2022-03-13T11:30

You have an eternally significant choice to make: what will rule your life - the destructive wisdom of the earth or the peacemaking wisdom of heaven?

Waking Up the Church to the New Social Orthodoxy from 2022-03-13T11:30

How Can I Be Clean? from 2022-03-06T08:20:45.758056

Only the clean can enter into God's rest. And the only way to be clean is to be washed by the blood of Jesus Christ poured out on the cross and received by faith alone.

Real Faith from 2022-02-27T11:30

What kind of faith is real faith, saving faith? Only faith that works, that transforms, that obeys. Anything else is false and worthless.

Preparations for Rest from 2022-02-21T23:55:25.673653

Israel’s preparation for rest symbolically reveals Christ as our conqueror, our righteousness, and our redeemer

The Gospel Compels Impartial Love from 2022-02-20T11:30

In our serving to be doers of the Word, let's first and foremost make sure we're loving the brethren impartially.

Worthless Religion, Pure Religion from 2022-02-13T11:30

What will determine if our profession of Christianity is ultimately worth anything? Whether or not we are doers of the Word of God.

Heavenly Perspective in Trials from 2022-01-30T11:30

Don't let your trials sidetrack you! Instead, joyfully embrace and live out a heavenly perspective in your trials, which will lead to eternal life.

True Faith Works from 2022-01-23T11:30

True faith is marked not merely by hearing the Word of God, but by obeying the Word of God - in every way, every day, until the end of days.

Resolved: To Lean In to Christ's Church in 2022 from 2022-01-16T11:30

You need, you really need, the church, because it's through the church that Jesus intends to provide most of His loving care for you. So, lean in!

Jesus Came to Fix the Broken from 2021-12-26T11:30

Jesus came to fix us - to take us in our brokenness and transform us into saints whose lives are characterized by love for and obedience to God.

Jesus Came to Be Broken from 2021-12-24T11:30

Christmas Eve Service Homily

Jesus Came for the Broken from 2021-12-19T11:30

Jesus came for the broken - for the seemingly moral, for the shockingly immoral, and for every shade of sinner in between. Jesus came to save us.

Holiness Isn't Optional from 2021-12-17T23:45:39.959773

Holiness, without which no one will see the Lord, is both a one-time gift received by faith in Christ and also a life-long pursuit lived out by faith in Christ.

Holiness Protected from 2021-12-17T23:45:39.958711

In his marvelous grace, God has not only called us to holiness and given us holiness through Christ, he has also given us everything needed to protect our holiness.

Resolved: To Grow in Prayer in 2020 from 2021-12-17T23:45:39.954341

As we look forward to the new year, may we commit ourselves to regular and genuine prayer inspired by the Gospel.

Jesus Came from the Broken from 2021-12-12T11:30

Jesus came from a broken people, and he came to save a broken people. Where do you come from? What's your past? No matter the answer, be assured you can come to Him. He wants you to come to Him.

Covenant Vows and Covenant Blessing from 2021-11-28T11:30

As members of the new covenant, let us labor to keep our covenant vows to obey all that Christ has commanded, knowing that the end of such things is eternal joy in the presence of God.

Agreeing with God from 2021-11-21T11:30

At the end of the day, the bottom line is that God is good and we are not. The question is will we own it, receive His grace in Christ, and follow Him? Or refuse and go our way?

Receiving and Responding to God's Word from 2021-11-14T11:30

If we would be a joyful church and pleasing to our God, we must gather to receive and respond to His Word with obedient faith.

Love One Another As I Have Loved You from 2021-10-31T11:30

Nehemiah called God's people to love one another, and he forswore his privileges and rights to model such love. Nehemiah points us to Jesus who generously and sacrificially laid down his life for t...

Living Sacrifices from 2021-10-31T06:44:08.350973

The Levitical sacrifices teach us of Christ's ultimate sacrifice for our sin and our appropriate response which is to offer up our lives as a sacrifice to God.

Building the City of God from 2021-10-24T11:30

Nehemiah's leadership in building the city of God points us to Jesus who leads us to build His church in the midst of opposition, working diligently and in prayerful dependence upon the Lord.

Seeking the Welfare of the City of God from 2021-10-17T11:30

As servants of God, we must have the welfare of the city of God as our all-consuming priority - with our hearts engaged and our hands busy working on her behalf.

Worldliness is Appalling from 2021-10-10T11:30

It is a matter of utmost seriousness that we as Christ's people keep ourselves unstained by the world; therefore we must view worldliness as grievous compromise and earnestly repent when we find ou...

Striving to Enter His Rest from 2021-10-09T22:53:42.889965

If we are to enter into God's heavenly rest, we must actively heed His warning not to drift away from faith in His Son, Jesus Christ.

The Gates of Hell Will Not Prevail from 2021-09-26T11:30

Despite opposition, Israel labored on in rebuilding the temple and ultimately completed the work because God ensured her success. So too it is with us! We must labor to build Christ's church throug...

First Things First from 2021-09-19T11:30

Upon Israel's return to the land after her exile due to sin, of first importance to her was reestablishing worship of the Lord. This poses a good question for us as those no longer exiled from God'...

Kingdom Promises to Christ from 2021-09-18T01:07:09.357410

In Genesis, God promises to establish his kingdom through His Son by exalting Him and giving Him a great name and a great nation.

Payment for Our Works from 2021-09-12T22:10:03.315313

Captive, No More! from 2021-09-12T11:30

In Ezra, God initiates a second exodus and sovereignly frees His people from captivity. These events point forward to the greatest exodus of all – the freedom given to captive sinners like us throu...

Restore Us, O Lord! from 2021-08-29T11:30

Israel, the vine of God's planting, is ravaged and desolate because of his rebellion. But God is working a glorious plan that will see his vine restored to unbelievable fruitfulness.

The Normal Christian Life from 2021-08-22T11:30

In Ephesians, Paul paints a picture of the normal Christian life.

The Weapons of Our Warfare from 2021-08-15T11:30

The Christian life is war, and if we're to stand against the wiles of the devil and walk worthy of our calling, we must deploy the full armor of God.

Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.250559

Church leaders must lead God’s people to persevere in the gospel in the face of false teaching and other challenges

The Blessing of Godly Leaders from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.247394

If the church is to flourish then she needs godly leaders who believe the gospel and are transformed by the gospel.

Godly Relationships and the Church's Witness from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.243954

Since the church is God's household, we live out godliness in our relationships so that our gospel light shines brightly and beautifully.

What Makes the Great Commission So Great? from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.239523

Mission is “the church going out into the world proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and making disciples in all the nations”.

Resolved: To Live for God's Glory in 2017 from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.238543

If our lives are to be lived well, then we must seek one thing above all else: God's glory.

Resolved: To Give Generously in 2017 from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.235501

As recipients of God's over-the-top generosity in Christ, it makes sense that Christians should excel in generous giving.

Unashamed! from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.231460

Our incredible salvation in Christ enables and empowers us to be unashamed in suffering and bold in gospel witness.

Christ Our Passover from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.193992

Jesus Christ is our willing Passover lamb who offered himself as a substitute in order to free us from slavery to sin and reconcile us to God.

Are You Battle Ready? from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.190725

The Gospel According to Exodus from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.187365

God redeemed Israel in order that she might be his unique, treasured possession.

The Terrifying Judgement of God from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.183585

The terrifying judgement that fell on Egypt is a picture of the judgement yet to come. It is a judgement borne by Christ for his people but to be suffered horribly by all those outside of him.

The Sovereignty of God in Salvation from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.182481

God's hardening of Pharaoh's heart demonstrates the difficult yet true and good doctrine of God's sovereignty in salvation.

The Song of the Redeemed from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.173947

God's deliverance in Exodus through the Red Sea anticipates his greater deliverance in Christ through the cross which calls forth exuberant praise from the redeemed.

Sharing in Christ's Blessings from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.160830

Trusting in Christ results in sharing his eternal favor, sharing his gospel, and sharing in his holiness.

What God Demands From You from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.157011

We conform to God's law only by faith in Christ who fulfilled it, gives us righteousness as a gift, and a new heart inclined to obey.

Only Have Eyes For Me! from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.156238

There can be only one response for those on whom God in Christ has chosen to set His faithful love - they must exchange infidelity for obedient, wholehearted devotion to Him alone.

Sola Gratia - The Answer For What's Wrong With Us from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.137296

Sola Gratia teaches that nothing but the sovereign, saving grace of God is sufficient to save dead sinners; therefore let us praise God for the gift of His grace in Christ!

Sola Scriptura - Freedom Found in Authority from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.089836

As God's Word, the Bible is our flawless and final authority giving freedom to all who submit themselves to it.

Resolved To Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: Persistent Prayer from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.086309

Because God is just and loves to act on behalf of His people, let us pray on steadily, patiently, perseveringly, and let us never doubt that it does us good.

Exodus Essentials from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.079309

Exodus advances God's eternal plan through his Son to redeem a special people, a kingdom of priests, a holy nation, who dwell with Him forever.

Gospel Power from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.075916

Since Jesus' miracles of healing and exorcism are a display of the authority and power of the gospel he is preaching, we ought to listen to him and respond positively.

A Certain Hope Through the Resurrection from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.072461

The church's hope is solid because Christ rose from the dead, which makes us a people of enduring joy.

Pentecost and the Promised Holy Spirit from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.071719

After Christ's resurrection and ascension, in fulfillment of the New Covenant promises, he left us the promised Holy Spirit who brings resurrection life to dead sinners and empowers God's people to...

God the Son: Worthy of All Praise from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.068570

It is believers' privilege to know and love God as He truly is - to know the eternal Son as the one who secured our relationship through his incarnation and substitutionary death, and therefore is ...

Are You Zealous for the Temple? from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.065370

In zeal for the temple, Jesus cleansed it, declared himself the fulfillment of it, and is now building a new one - the church. The question is, are we zealous for the temple?

Fullness of Joy in Making Much of Christ from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.063140

Fullness of joy is found when we, like John the Baptist, make it our aim to make much of him and less of ourselves.

You Will Never Be Thirsty Again from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.062120

Jesus and Jesus alone can satisfy our thirsty souls with living water because he is the long-awaited Messiah.

Jesus: The Divine Healer and Sabbath Breaker from 2021-08-07T14:27:43.058607

Jesus is the divine physician who's come to heal our ultimate affliction of sin and give us eternal Sabbath rest, which happens when we trust in his work on the cross and stop trying to heal oursel...

Are You Honoring and Marveling At The Son from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.991852

If you want to be right with the Father then you must be right with His Son Jesus Christ, because the Father has granted Jesus power over eternal life and death which should lead us to daily honor ...

Powerful Witnesses from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.991109

God the Father provides powerful witnesses to testify to the identity of his Son Jesus Christ. If you don't come to Christ, it's not for lack of evidence, it's because you love something more than ...

Satisfying Bread & Sovereign Grace from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.987405

Jesus is the eternally satisfying bread of life. All who've been given to him by the Father will come to him and will be kept eternally secure.

Life Together in the Local Church from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.983944

Church membership is a commitment that a Christian make to a local congregation as they journey toward a heaven together. It is biblical, practical, wise, and a tremendous blessing.

Jesus, Light of the World from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.977129

Those who believe in (follow) Jesus will have light and life - those who don't will die in their sins.

The Truth Will Set You Free from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.975898

The fact is, we're enslaved to sin...everybody. But Jesus - who is God in the flesh - came to free his people from this slavery.

Resolved to be Scripture Saturated in 2019 from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.972390

God's Word is a priceless treasure he uses to grant us new life and sustain us to the end; let's resolve to saturate ourselves in God's Word this year.

The Good Shepherd from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.969866

To every Christian, Jesus says, "I intimately know you, died and rose for you, called you by name, and will lead you to heaven." What a Savior!

How to Engage Catholics with Love, Respect and Knowledge of the Gospel from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.968543

Be Sons, Not Slaves from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.962583

If you choose to be justified by your works, you will remain a slave, and you will never be a free son or daughter of God. So, believe on Christ, and be free!

The Hour Has Come from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.958326

Jesus' passion was to glorify his Father, specifically through his hour of suffering and death, which brings eternal life to the world (Jew and Gentile). We are called to see and believe that He is...

Freed from Law, Freed to Love from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.955234

Christ has freed all His people from the slavery of Law-keeping for salvation, a freedom that empowers us to actually keep the Law: loving our neighbor as ourselves.

Joy That Transcends Your Troubles from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.952083

Jesus doesn't take away the troubles of the world, but he promises irrevocable joy and peace in the midst of any circumstance. Since these promises are grounded in his death and resurrection, let's...

Jesus Prays from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.951318

Jesus asks the Father to glorify Him through the cross and to protect His disciples and sanctify them in truth as they've been sent on mission to the world.

Behold Your King! from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.948079

Jesus is no ordinary king. He is a heavenly and sinless king whose condemnation at the hands of guilty men is the means whereby the guilty in every age are declared innocent through faith in his name.

Hope in the Desert from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.891433

God is eternal and we are finite and frail. Due to our rebellion, his holy judgement is upon us. But the grace of God and the saving work of Jesus Christ bring hope and meaning to our lives.

Evangelism & Failure from 2021-08-07T14:27:42.890486

Guard The Gospel: An Overview of 1 Timothy from 2021-07-28T08:35:52.982690

The gospel of Jesus Christ must be guarded from perversion through sound teaching from faithful leaders, which when believed always results in godly living.

The Gospel and Marriage from 2021-07-25T11:30

Marriage is ultimately a picture of the gospel and God is pleased and our marriages will flourish as we joyfully embrace and live out our gospel-displaying roles that He has given to us.

Offspring from 2021-07-18T11:30

Unto us a son is given, a kingly redeemer who restores life and builds up the house of Israel.

Redeemer from 2021-07-11T11:30

God's appointed redeemer spreads his wings over his beloved and provides her with rest.

A Better Lamb, A Better Deliverance from 2021-07-03T22:00:26.809912

Jesus is the Passover Lamb come to deliver God’s people from their sin by his sacrificial death on the cross.

Desperation from 2021-06-27T11:30

The LORD hears the cries of the desperate, those who cling to Him in faith, and he will deliver them.

Walk Carefully from 2021-06-20T11:30

As Christians, God would have us to walk carefully, in wisdom and being filled with the Spirit.

Walk as Children of Light from 2021-06-13T11:30

As those who are no longer darkness but light in the Lord, we must walk as children of light.

His Kindness Leads To Repentance from 2021-06-02T09:08:35.481536

The foolishness of those who reject Jesus Christ will be shown when God’s forbearance runs out and gives way to his fury

God's Plan for Church Growth from 2021-05-30T11:30

God's plan for church growth is for His people to grow in maturity, stability, and Christ-likeness - and He's given us what we need for that through gifted leaders who equip the saints for the work...

Eager to Maintain the Unity of the Spirit from 2021-05-23T11:30

The gospel compels us to be eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the church of Jesus Christ.

Lessons from Paul's School of Prayer from 2021-05-16T11:30

Prayer is the gift of God for the people of God to grow in all the ways of God, for our good and His glory.

Saved for Good Works from 2021-04-25T11:30

If we're to live lives pleasing to God, we must know that salvation is a gif totally apart from works but we must also know that salvation calls us unto a life devoted to works.

Awestruck by God's Power from 2021-04-20T14:38:49.765369

God’s awesome power is especially evident in His work of new creation, as through the gospel God resurrects dead sinners to new life in Christ.

Now That's Amazing Grace from 2021-04-18T11:30

We were dead, in bondage to sin, headed for destruction, hopeless. But God - by sheer grace - made us alive, raised us from the grave...saved us.

Experientially Knowing the Power of God from 2021-04-11T11:30

God desires that we would know Him and specifically that we would know His power - really comprehending that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is now at work in us!

The Cost of Following Christ from 2021-04-03T04:41:51.695475

Christ had to deny himself and take up the cross in order to save us and we must do the same if we would be saved by him.

Famous Last Words -"A Servant Is Not Greater" from 2021-03-28T11:30

Jesus came not to be served, but to serve - ultimately giving his life to save us from our sin - and He called His church to follow His example.

Praise God! We Are Heirs, Sure and Certain from 2021-03-21T11:30

God, according to His good pleasure, has given us in Christ a mind-blowingly glorious inheritance and sealed us His Spirit until we enter its fullness.

Praise God for Redeeming Us! from 2021-03-14T11:30

By God the Father's rich grace we have redemption through the blood of Christ, and our redemption is a glorious part of an even more glorious purpose to bring all things under the lordship of His Son.

Our Costly Mission from 2021-03-05T15:35:43.339660

As disciples of Jesus Christ, our call is to embrace his mission of gospel proclamation

Jesus is Greater than All Who Came Before from 2021-03-05T15:35:43.335533

Let’s not be dull to the greatness of our Savior and his salvation; instead, let’s labor to see through eyes of faith.

Ephesians: Who We Are in Christ&How We Live As His Church from 2021-02-28T11:30

As a result of God's eternal purpose, all who call on Christ in faith are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, the church. As such, we must walk in a manner worthy o...

The Greatest (True!) Story of All from 2021-02-21T11:30

The theme of the Torah is the theme of the Bible. God is orchestrating all things to save ruined sinners

A Mediator Who Can Bring Us Home from 2021-02-14T11:30

The people of God come into the fullness of God's blessing through the mediation of One greater than Moses, who was faithful as a Son over all God's house.

Obedience Required, Obedience Given from 2021-01-31T11:30

The obedience that God demands and eternally rewards is given through faith in the Savior, Jesus Christ. To choose life is to choose Jesus Christ and walk by faith in Him.

The Blessing, the Curse, and the Lord Jesus Christ from 2021-01-24T11:30

The Scriptures are clear - those who don't abide by all that is commanded in God's law will receive His just condemnation. Yet the Scriptures are also clear - Jesus took upon himself the curse of t...

The Heart of the Giver from 2021-01-17T11:30

God is the ultimate giver and we do well to remember, rejoice in, and reflect His generosity.

The Welfare of the Household of God from 2021-01-10T11:30

God, who is committed to promoting the welfare of His covenant people, also obligates them to do the same, by working for the good of their neighbor and by protecting the community from threats tha...

Resolved: To Abide in God's Word As If Our Life Depended On It from 2020-12-27T11:30

Because the Word of God both gives and sustains our spiritual life, let us give ourselves to it with vigor in 2021.

Receive His Glory from 2020-12-24T11:30

Homily from the 2020 Christmas Eve service.

The Glory of Christmas - Christ Our Comfort from 2020-12-20T11:30

The glory of Christmas is that God has come in Christ to deal with our sin, end our warfare, and gather us into His arms eternally – this is our comfort.

God's People Are a Righteous People from 2020-12-13T11:30

God's people must practice righteousness within the covenant community of faith and righteousness as they gain victory over God's enemies.

The Second Greatest Commandment from 2020-11-29T11:30

The entire law is summed up by two commands: love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself. Given the importance of the second command, let's be sure we u...

Eyeing Eternity In Our Time of Trouble from 2020-11-22T11:30

The Christian Life as Worship 24-7-365 from 2020-11-15T11:30

As the church of the Lord Jesus, God calls us to live lives of worship under the authority of His Word - distinct from the world, consecrated to Him, generous and joyful - every day, until the end ...

Choose Life from 2020-10-25T11:30

God graciously offers eternal blessing to all who choose life - that is, fulfill His covenant by loving Him, obeying Him, and holding fast to Him. Such fulfillment is ultimately only satisfied by J...

'Til We See His Face from 2020-10-18T11:30

Faith perseveringly believes the promises of God and fights the fight of faith, determined to inherit the rest God gives to all who belong to Jesus Christ.

Our Worship and Words from 2020-10-11T11:30

As God's people, our response to His love in Christ is faithfulness in our worship of Him and faithfully keeping our vows to Him.

Determined to Bless from 2020-09-27T11:30

The church of the Lord Jesus is eternally blessed and nothing - no enemy without or enemy within - will change that. Be encouraged. Be strengthened. Be confident.

Numbers Reboot from 2020-09-20T11:30

The law of God, revealed in the first five books of the Bible, is ultimately a picture of God's salvation fulfilled through Jesus Christ who is the only way to enter heavenly rest. Are you trusting...

Keys to Unity as a Church - A Mission Mindset from 2020-09-13T11:30

If we would be unified as a church, we must be unified around and passionate for the mission of making disciples.

Keys to Unity as a Church - Pursue Peace and Edification from 2020-08-30T11:30

Keys to Unity as a Church - Stop Judging One Another from 2020-08-23T11:30

If we would be a unified local church, we must not judge one another for differing thoughts or practices in matters of conscience but accept one another as Christ has accepted us.

Keys to Unity as a Church - Church Membership from 2020-08-16T11:30

Church membership is foundational to unity because it makes clear that the Christian life is not a solo sojourn to heaven but a community-wide sojourn characterized by a mutual commitment to one an...

Living Together in Repentance&Forgiveness from 2020-07-26T11:30

Unity within Christ's Church requires that we be right in standing relationally with one another; therefore, our inevitable sins against one another have to be justly dealt with through the regular...

Living in Light of God's Design to Save a Diverse People For Himself from 2020-07-19T11:30

God's design has always been to save an ethically diverse people for himself through His Son Jesus Christ and we as his church must live in light of that design.

The Joys&Triumphs of the Exalted Messiah from 2020-07-12T11:30

Jesus, having been exalted by the Father, is filled with joy for all the blessings he has received, and now he is intent on reigning until all his enemies are put under his feet.

How Do You Think About Giving? from 2020-06-28T11:30

Cheerful, generous, and sacrificial giving for the cause of the gospel is for our eternal good.

Final Reminders About Standing Firm from 2020-06-21T11:30

Through faith in Jesus Christ we are called to stand firm by pursuing harmony with our brothers and sisters, by rejoicing and trusting in God's care, and by right thinking and living, which all lea...

Press On - A Call to Christian Maturity from 2020-06-14T11:30

God calls his children to press on toward greater Christian miaturity, aiming our hearts and lives toward heaven.

The Soul's Medicine in Times of Trouble from 2020-05-31T11:30

The God who rules over nations and nature is with us and for us, so come what may we have nothing to fear.

New Beginnings from 2020-03-15T11:30

Sin's taste is bitter because it leads to death, but all who believe the gospel enjoy the sweet taste of eternal life that is theirs through Christ Jesus.

Take Heed Lest You Fall from 2020-02-23T11:30

The first generation of Israelites teachesus that only obedient, persevering faith is true faith that saves. Therefore,let us evermore and always cling to the cross and follow hard after our Savior.

The Gravity of Grumbling from 2020-02-16T11:30

Saving faith does not rebel against God's provision or providential dealings with us; instead, it gratefully rests in Him while traveling the challenging path between the cross and the crown.

Will You Enter His Rest? from 2020-01-26T11:30

Eternal death and destruction await all who reject God's promise of rest through faithless disobedience, but God is faithful to bring into His rest all who desire a better country through true fait...

Resolved: To Be On Mission in 2020 from 2020-01-19T11:30

If the saints at RGC are to grow in living "on mission" in 2020, let us understand how Jesus intends the Church to fulfill His command to make disciples of all nations. Then let's get to work!

Brad Parker Associate Pastor Candidate Q&A from 2020-01-18T11:30

Resolved: To Learn Contentment in 2020 from 2020-01-12T11:30

In 2020, let's resolve to learn contentment so that we might be more cheerful, thankful, steady, trusting and God-glorifying Christians.

Resolved: To Treasure God's Word in 2020 from 2019-12-29T11:30

God's Word is more precious than gold and sweeter than honey. May we mine its treasure and delight in its sweetness by making it a real and identifiable priority in our lives in 2020.

Simple Love from 2019-12-24T11:30

Simple Joy from 2019-12-22T11:30

If we focus ourselves on all that God has done for us through Christ and the inheritance that is ours in Christ, then we will have deep joy, lasting joy, joy that can't be taken away by the thorns ...

Simple Peace from 2019-12-15T11:30

At Christmas in particular, we long for peace - peace in our hearts and peace with others - and peace is exactly what God has given us in Jesus Christ.

That the Guilty May Go Free! from 2019-11-24T11:30

In the Day of Atonement we have a high-definition picture of Christ's work on the cross which cleanses us from sin so thta we can draw near to God with a clean conscience and full assurance of faith.

Strange Rules from 2019-11-17T11:30

Given that nothing unclean or impure can be near the presence of God, we're in need of the cleansing and purity that only comes through Jesus Christ by faith.

Our Great High Priest from 2019-11-10T11:30

Jesus Christ is our great high priest through whom we may enter into the presence of God in worship with no fear of judgment or condemnation.

Holiness to the Lord from 2019-10-27T11:30

The Lord is a holy and gracious God who makes provision to forgive us of all our sin and calls us to holiness in all of life in order that he might dwell among us and be our God.

Embracing Our "In Christ" Identity from 2019-10-20T11:30

If you're a believer, your fundamental identity is that you are "In Christ". Embracing that reality is essential for your enduring spiritual comfort and your pursuit of holiness.

A Confident Standing from 2019-10-13T11:30

Through Adam all are sinners destined for hell, but through the gospel, those in Christ are justified and given eternal life.

Saved to Be With God from 2019-09-29T11:30

When God saves us through his Son, his ultimate end is to bring us to himself to dwell with him forever in his holy temple of the new heavens and the new earth.

Saved to Be Gloriously Different from 2019-09-22T11:30

When we become Christians, we are not only saved from sin and death, we are saved to serve the Lord - to worship, trust, and obey Him in all aspects of our lives.

Saved by God's Hand from 2019-09-15T11:30

We are hopelessly enslaved to sin and unable to free ourselves from its clutches. Yet God in His grace has acted by His strong hand and for His glory to deliver us through Jesus Christ.

Evangelism and Long-Term Relationships from 2019-08-28T11:30

A Hymn of Hope in Our "Exceeding Joy" from 2019-08-25T11:30

In the midst of trials, we, like God's annointed King, out to cry out to God in earnest prayer and set our hope on when we His children will dwell with God Himself.

Evangelism as a Church from 2019-08-21T11:30

Praise the Lord! from 2019-08-18T11:30

We're All Fools from 2019-08-11T11:30

We’re all fools because we’ve either said in our heart or lived out the false belief that “there is no God.” Whereas this is celebrated by the world, it’s foolishness because the judgment of God is...

Workplace Evangelism from 2019-07-31T11:30

Follow Me from 2019-07-28T11:30

Despite our consistent sin, God offers us consistent grace - grace to forgive us and grace to continually restore and encourage us to follow Jesus and lay down our lives daily that we might gain th...

Starting Evangelistic Conversations from 2019-07-24T11:30

Don't Disbelieve, But Believe from 2019-07-21T11:30

The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is absolutely essential to the Christian faith. It certifies that He is who He says He is and that eternal life comes only through believing in Him.

Evangelism as a Family from 2019-07-17T11:30

Fulfilled and Finished from 2019-07-14T11:30

In his death, Jesus fulfills Old Testament expectations and finishes the work God gave him to do, proving that He is the Christ. Therefore, we should not only believe in Him but live boldly for the...

The Killer D's of Evangelism from 2019-07-10T11:30

The Sovereign Savior and Our Need of Him from 2019-06-30T11:30

Jesus is no victim of circumstance but a willing, faithful, and sovereign Savior who gave His life to save ours.

Let the Redeemed of the Lord Say So from 2019-06-23T11:30

The more that we meditate on God's redemption and live into our identity as people who have been redeemed, the more we will live lives that continually give praise to God.

Jesus Prays for the Church from 2019-06-16T11:30

Given that Jesus prays for the unity of all who come to faith through believing the gospel, let's make every effort to live in line with his prayer as we journey together to our heavenly home where...

Walk This Way from 2019-05-26T11:30

All genuine Christians have been given the Holy Spirit, who causes us to walk not fleshly, but spiritually - evidenced by humble selfless love toward all, especially the brethren.

The Work of the Holy Spirit from 2019-05-19T11:30

Jesus promises to send the Spirit who will convict the world, teach His people His truth, and glorify His name.

Handling the World's Hatred from 2019-05-12T11:30

The world has always been against Jesus and his followers. In the midst of persecution Jesus calls us to persevere in our proclamation no matter how hard it gets, because our faithful witness resul...

Abiding in Christ from 2019-04-28T11:30

True disciples of Jesus abide in Jesus, which means a permanent, obedient, Word & prayer centered, joy-filled, fruit-bearing union with Jesus Christ because He's loved us and given Himself for us.

Beloved, Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled from 2019-04-21T11:30

The remedy for troubled hearts is faith in Jesus - trusting that He will never leave us or forsake us and that He has prepared a place for us in glory. This is our comfort. This is our peace. This ...

Humble-Hearted Servants from 2019-04-14T11:30

Jesus Christ came not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. As his disciples, we're called to be humble and servant-hearted in our love for each other and by this all wi...

Freed from Sin and Slaves to God from 2019-03-31T11:30

You were freed from slavery to sin, not by the law, but by Christ, so serve him in the new way of the Spirit!

How Much Is Jesus Worth? from 2019-03-24T11:30

Jesus is infinitely worthy and therefore worthy of our love and our lives. He calls us to count the cost and lose our lives now to gain eternal joy. To do anything less leads to eternal death.

Resurrection and Response from 2019-03-17T11:30

Jesus raising Lazarus from the grave powerfully proves that he is the resurrection and the life - the only one who can bring life out of death - and demands a response. How will you respond?

Ready for Resurrection? from 2019-03-10T11:30

Jesus is the resurrection and the life - the only one who can bring life out of death - and therefore deserves our complete confidence and trust in this life now and for the life to come.

Don't Be Foolish! Trust in Christ from 2019-02-24T11:30

Only those with faith in Jesus Christ - apart from works of the Law - will live by the Spirit and prove to be the true children of Abraham. Are you trusting in Christ alone?

Safe in the Hands of the Shepherd from 2019-02-17T11:30

Jesus - the good shepherd - is the promised Christ and Son of God who's pledged to save and keep his flock safe till the end.

Effectual Calling from the Lips of Jesus from 2019-02-10T11:30

Resolved to Grow in Prayer in 2019 from 2019-01-27T11:30

In prayer, we are privileged to converse with and encounter the King of the universe and through it our hearts and affections are reoriented towards Him.

Resolved to Pursue Gospel Generosity in 2019 from 2019-01-13T11:30

As a result of God's grace and Christ's sacrificial payment of our sins on the cross, which secured the generous gift of our salvation, we are called to excel in generosity!

The Grace Gospel Is From God from 2018-12-30T11:30

The grace gospel Paul preached came directly to Paul - not from men (even apostles) but from Jesus Christ. Therefore, you must receive it and believe it.

Jesus: Son of David, Son of Abraham from 2018-12-23T11:30

Jesus Christ is the son of David, the son of Abraham, and his birth reveals our God to be a promise keeping God who accomplishes all that he intends.

I Was Blind, But Now I See from 2018-12-16T11:30

Jesus is the light of the world who has come to open the eyes of the spiritually blind.

No Other Gospel Save "The Gospel of Christ" from 2018-11-25T11:30

God has given only one gospel. All believing another will be c ursed. Are you believing the gospel of Christ?

Is Anyone Thirsty? from 2018-11-18T11:30

To come to Jesus by faith is to quench your soul's deepest thirst eternally.

Faithfulness in the Midst of Mounting Opposition from 2018-11-11T11:30

In the midst of skepticism, uncertainty, and increasing hostility, Jesus remains unflinchingly faithful to His Father who sent him – speaking His Words and seeking His glory.

Flourishing Relationships from 2018-10-28T11:30

Flourishing relationships, be it in the church or in marriage, require the outworking of the gospel through acceptance & appreciation, forgiveness, effort and a heart of service.

The Price of Exaltation from 2018-10-21T11:30

Christ was brought low, to the point of death, in order to pay for his brothers' sin and be exalted to rule over all creation.

Hard Words from 2018-10-14T11:30

Jesus is the true bread from heaven whose sacrifice on the cross gives eternal life to all who feast on him by faith. This message has always been offensive.

Don't Pursue What Perishes! from 2018-09-30T11:30

True faith in Christ entails pursuing the treasures of heaven first and foremost in life.

Give Yourself to God from 2018-09-23T11:30

Jesus gave himself to God by becoming a sacrifice, and he waited on the Lord for deliverance through resurrection. All who are in Him by faith must give themselves to Him the same way and wait for ...

Not the King You Were Expecting? from 2018-09-16T11:30

Jesus Christ is the King who's come to serve us by providing for our greatest need. We must accept him for who he is, not who we want him to be.

The Joy of Forgiveness from 2018-08-26T11:30

When we're enslaved to our sin, there is the suffering of our body wasting away as the consequence of silence and guilt. True believers, however, know the joy of confessing sin, being forgiven, and...

Church Growth from 2018-08-19T11:30

Loved by God from 2018-08-12T11:30

All Christians can be secure because God is the author of faith from first to last, and in love He has pursued them from eternity past, sparing no expense to ensure that they arrive in heaven safely.

"Your Son Will Live" from 2018-07-29T11:30

Jesus alone is the giver of life; let us believe in Him for our eternal health and happiness.

The Lord is Your Keeper from 2018-07-22T11:30

The Soul-Satisfying Work of God from 2018-07-15T11:30

Christ lived and breathed his mission and he calls us to do the same.

The Love of God from 2018-06-24T11:30

God's unfathomable love for our dark and depraved world is displayed in sending his son to save us from our sins.

New Birth from 2018-06-17T11:30

In order to enter the Kingdom of Heaven you must be born again.

Water to Wine and the Wedding We Can Hardly Wait For from 2018-05-27T11:30

Jesus turning water into wine shows that the long-promised Messianic age has come and it should cause believers to long for his return when we'll join in the eternal celebration this sign points to.

Who is this Jesus? Come and See from 2018-05-20T11:30

Jesus' invitation to the first disciples is the same as it is today, 'Come and see... come and see who I am and follow me.'

The Witness of John the Baptist from 2018-05-13T11:30

Like John the Baptist, Christians don't focus on ourselves; we point others to Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who alone can take away their sin.

Jesus is God from 2018-04-29T11:30

Jesus is none other than God himself, the creator of the universe, the light and life of the world, full of grace and truth, and the savior of all who receive him by faith.

That You May Believe: The Gospel of John from 2018-04-22T11:30

John's gospel was written to show everyone that Jesus is in fact the Christ, the Son of God. As such, we must believe in him with a faith that perseveres and live for him in all we do.

The Charge Entrusted to You from 2018-04-15T11:30

Due to the church's weighty mission of supporting the gospel truth and proclaiming it to the world, we need to safeguard the gospel by refuting false teachers and upholding sound teaching.

The Unexpected Path to Glory for Jesus and for Us from 2018-03-25T11:30

The road to glory for Christ and his people is one of suffering, so let's think rightly about it and receive God's good intentions for us in our affliction.

A Taste of Glory from 2018-03-18T11:30

The glory of God that fills the tabernacle is a foretaste of his glory that will cover the earth as the waters cover the sea when the Lord Jesus returns.

God's Glory and Grace in the Face of Jesus Christ from 2018-03-11T11:30

Sin has separated Israel from the Lord yet through Moses' mediatorial work God graciously forgives, which foreshadows Jesus as the ultimate covenant mediator and the only one through whom forgivene...

Israel's Idolatry and Ours from 2018-02-25T11:30

Israel's golden calf shows that the heart can easily give way to idolatry so we've got to identify and root out anything that competes with Jesus Christ as number one in our hearts.

Priests to Our God from 2018-02-18T11:30

The priestly ministry of the tabernacle beautifully depicts how God and man can dwell together in eternal bliss through Jesus Christ our great High Priest.

God With Us from 2018-02-11T11:30

God gave Moses directions to build the tabernacle as a means to dwell among his people and this speaks of God's ultimate dwelling amongst his people through his son Jesus Christ.

One Thing You Lack from 2018-01-28T11:30

Resolved To Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: On Mission from 2018-01-21T11:30

If we're to please our Lord Jesus then we've got to live for the mission He's given us to preach the gospel so that sinners are saved, saints are sanctified, and churches are planted and revitalized.

Resolved To Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: The Church from 2018-01-14T11:30

The church is the community of faith God's ordained as a primary means of grace in the lives of his people so let's resolve to live out our faith together in 2018.

Resolved to Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: God's Word from 2017-12-31T11:30

Since the Bible is God's perfect Word to us, let's read, memorize and meditate on it so that we can delight in God Himself and be transformed into the image of His Son.

What Makes You Sing? from 2017-12-24T11:30

God's gift of peace through the Savior Jesus Christ is something we'll never get over and never stop singing about.

Soli Deo Gloria - Glory to God Alone from 2017-12-10T11:30

God's beauty and love shine brightest in His work of salvation, which leads the redeemed to praise Him for His glorious grace!

Solus Christus from 2017-11-26T11:30

Solus Christus is the truth that only the merit of Christ applied through faith alone saves the guilty sinners like us.

Sola Fide - How Do I Get Right With God? from 2017-11-19T11:30

Sola Fide teaches that faith alone is the instrument whereby Christ's saving work on the cross is applied to guilty sinners and God declares us forgiven and righteous in His sight.

The Folly of Idolatry from 2017-11-12T11:30

The Reformation at 500 - What's the Big Deal? from 2017-10-29T11:30

The Reformation 500 years ago was nothing less than the recovery of the gospel and therefore its importance endures even to this day.

The Glory Yet To Come from 2017-10-22T11:30

The blood of Jesus Christ satisfies God's wrath against our sin and brings us into an eternal relationship of intimacy and joy in the presence of our Father.

Where Else Would You Rather Be? from 2017-10-15T11:30

God's covenant with Israel upholds and reveals His righteousness and justice by regulating how his people should live, and is fulfilled in us as we live out Christ-like love within the New Covenant...

The Christian and the Old Covenant: How Do We Relate? from 2017-09-24T11:30

Through Christ the Mosaic Covenant has come to an end and is no longer binding on Christians as a covenant; however, as Scripture it continues to be an authoritative revelation of God's character a...

An Overview of Biblical Covenants from 2017-09-17T11:30

The Bible's storyline progressively unfolds and hangs together through a series of covenants culminating in Christ who fulfills all that God requires and shares his standing with all those who are ...

Drawing Near to a Holy God from 2017-09-10T11:30

Entering the terrifying presence of a Holy God is no light matter and requires a holy One who obeys God's covenant in order to bring us near.

Knowing God the Father from 2017-08-20T11:30

It is believers' privilege to know and love God as He truly is - to know the Father as our Father, experiencing and delighting in the fullness of His love for us His only-begotten Son.

God's Graciousness to Grumblers from 2017-08-13T11:30

God graciously provides his people everything we need through Christ; the question is: will we trust him or will we grumble?

Some Things Should Never Be Forgotten from 2017-07-30T11:30

The Passover, Feast of Unleavened Bread, and setting the firstborn apart teach us that constantly remembering how God has saved us is vital to a thriving relationship with Him.

Unity, Not Conformity from 2017-07-23T11:30

Maintaining unity in the church does not mean enforcing uniformity of practice. We need to accept one another as Christ has accepted us in the gospel.

Salvation Through Subsitution from 2017-07-16T11:30

The lamb that saved Israel from death is a picture of God's salvation plan to save guilty sinners through the substitutionary sacrifice of His Son.

Who is the Lord? from 2017-06-25T11:30

The Lord is the sovereign king over all, who magnifies his glory by keeping his covenant promises in Christ.

The Emergence of a Deliverer from 2017-06-18T11:30

God has called out and established a perfect deliverer for his people miserably enslaved to sin and death; therefore let's live in the freedom he's given.

God's Unstoppable Promise from 2017-06-11T11:30

God's blessing on Israel as the seed of Abraham shows that his promises cannot be stopped no matter the circumstances or the opposition -- what he promises, he will do!

A New People Called to a New Way of Life from 2017-05-28T11:30

God has called us to be a new people, therefore we must live in a manner worthy of this calling, which produces unity in the Church.

Rekindling Our Passion: Reflections Based on 2 Timothy from 2017-05-21T11:30

If we're to really and truly live our lives on mission for the gospel, then we must be regularly refreshed in our passion for the gospel.

Gospel Faithfulness Exemplified from 2017-05-14T11:30

Like Paul, let's spend and be spent for Christ and his gospel for the eternal joy that is set before us.

Final Charge: Preach the Word from 2017-04-30T11:30

Jesus wants His servants to proclaim the Word in all its fullness so that hearers are not led astray by wayward desires but built up in their most holy faith.

Keep On Keeping On from 2017-04-23T11:30

Let us continue steadfast in the gospel by remembering godly examples of faith and continuing in God's Word that equips us in every way.

The Resurrection Changes Everything from 2017-04-16T11:30

If Jesus didn't rise from the dead then our faith is a sham. However, if He did rise from the grave that demonstrates that He is who he said He is and He deserves our unswerving allegiance.

The Last Days from 2017-03-26T11:30

Although we're in the tumultuous 'last days' which call for discernment amidst spiritual warfare, we shouldn't fear or be discouraged because the truth of the gospel will triumph.

Useful to the Master from 2017-03-19T11:30

We are called to be faithful to the gospel with our words and lives as unashamed workmen, honorable vessels, and the Lord's servants such that captive sinners might come to a saving knowledge of th...

Purposeful Endurance from 2017-03-12T11:30

Our suffering for the gospel is purposeful: like Jesus and Paul, we endure suffering so that souls are saved and we ourselves receive the prize of eternal glory.

Gospel Endurance: An Overview of 2 Timothy from 2017-02-26T11:30

The suffering that goes with faithful gospel ministry is unavoidable and must be endured if we are going to receive the unfading crown of righteousness on the last day.

Resolved: To Walk in Repentance in 2017 from 2017-02-19T11:30

The gift of salvation demands and empowers repentance, the Godward movement of the soul, through turning again and again from sin to God as he humbles our hearts and ignites our affections.

Resolved: To Serve Sacrificially in 2017 from 2017-02-12T11:30

Christian service is gospel-oriented love that sets aside status and reputation, and is worked out in real life without counting the cost.

Resolved: To Abide in Prayer in 2017 from 2017-01-29T11:30

Since God is our Father in Christ, he grants us the incredible privilege of prayer and shows us how.

New Man Living from 2017-01-22T11:30

The old man has been put to death and the believer has now been made new which results in new kingdom living - the Way of Christ.

Resolved: To Be Bible Saturated in 2017 from 2017-01-15T11:30

The Word of God is an infinitely valuable treasure; therefore let us saturate ourselves in it in 2017.

The Christmas Gift: Our Father's Delight from 2016-12-25T11:30

The Christmas Gift: Worthy of Worship from 2016-12-24T11:30

The Christmas Gift: It's Jesus from 2016-12-18T11:30

Jesus is the greatest Christmas gift because he gives us our greatest need: forgiveness.

The Great Gain of Godliness from 2016-12-11T11:30

Since true gain

Glorious Hardship from 2016-11-27T11:30

Despite any hardships that may be faced in the ministry of the gospel, do not lose heart because it results in glory.

Training For Eternity from 2016-11-20T11:30

Since the church is the pillar and buttress of the truth, false teaching must be rejected and leaders must train themselves and their people in good doctrine and godly living.

The Church’s Conduct and Confession from 2016-11-13T11:30

The church of the living God upholds the truth of the gospel through both her conduct in life and her confession of faith.

God’s Good Design from 2016-10-30T11:30

As men and women called to godliness through the gospel, let us joyfully embrace our God-given differing roles and responsibilities that are for our eternal good.

The Walk of Life from 2016-10-23T11:30

God has made believers alive with Christ & seated us in the heavens with him; therefore we now have the power to be done with the walk of death and to engage the walk of life.

A Heart for the Nations from 2016-10-16T11:30

If our heart would be in line with God’s, then our prayers and our actions must be for the salvation of all people.

Who Do You Worship? from 2016-09-25T11:30

The Greatest End to the Greatest Story Ever from 2016-09-18T11:30

The gospel of Jesus Christ is the greatest story ever told and its ending changes everything.

The Suffering Savior from 2016-09-11T11:30

When suffering strikes, let’s entrust ourselves to our Father’s care

Be Ready for the Second Coming from 2016-08-28T11:30

Jesus could return in any age following the destruction of 70 A.D.

70 A.D. and the Trustworthiness of God’s Word from 2016-08-21T11:30

Everything God’s Word says will most certainly come to pass, therefore Christians can bank their life on it.

Failure Exposed & Remedied from 2016-08-14T11:30

By exposing the failures of unbelief, Jesus demonstrates that He is Israel’s Messiah, and that faith in Him is the only path to whole-hearted devotion to God devoid of hypocrisy.

Fruitless or Fruitful? from 2016-07-31T11:30

Jesus calls his people to cultivate the fruit of faith seen in genuine worship and transformed lives.

The King Comes from 2016-07-24T11:30

Jesus is the long-awaited Davidic King come to inaugurate the Kingdom of God

What Do You Want Me To Do For You? from 2016-07-17T11:30

True faith sees self as spiritually ragged, poor, and blind and Jesus as the only one who can give sight.

Life’s Ultimate Question from 2016-07-10T13:30

If we would enter the kingdom we must receive Christ with faith like a child and reject all other loves

Marriage and Divorce According to the Bible from 2016-06-26T13:30

In light of the cultural confusion of our day and sin that often resides in our own hearts, let us submit to God’s design and let us treasure and protect his glorious gift of marriage to us.

Lowly and Sacrificial Faith from 2016-06-19T13:30

Following Jesus demands embracing lowliness and sacrifice in order not to stumble but to enter the Kingdom of God.

Help My Unbelief! from 2016-06-12T13:30

Look at Jesus and see him as God's glorious and authoritative prophet! He exposes and confronts you unbelief, in order that you might rely on him and embrace his gospel call by faith.

Eyes to See from 2016-05-29T13:30

Faith in Christ is more than merely seeing his miracles, power, or presence; it is really seeing him for who he is and personally confessing his name.

The Heart of Cleanliness from 2016-05-22T13:30

Jesus has come to teach us that cleanliness is a matter of the heart and he’s the only one qualified to cleanse.

We Come By the Blood from 2016-05-15T13:30

The Day of Atonement provides a vivid picture of what Christ had to achieve on the cross as both our great High Priest and final sin offering so that we can now draw near to God with full assurance...