Belgic Confession Sermons – Covenant United Reformed Church

The Justification of Sinners Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 22 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21 (King James Version) Preacher: Elder Matt Balocca   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/1c66anMa4GQ   Belgic Confession: Article 23: The Justification of Sinners We believe that our blessedness lies in the forgiveness of our sins because of Jesus Christ, and that in it our righteousness […] The post The Justification of Sinners appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

It is Impossible to Love Christ and Leave His Bride Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 28 Scripture: Acts 2 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Christ Loves the Church — Satan Hates the Church P.1 You are Obligated to Join P.2 Unjoin from the World P.3 It is a Grave Sin to Miss Church […] The post It is Impossible to Love Christ and Leave His Bride appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

What Kind of Body? Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 37 Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, 35-58 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction 2 Adams A Change in KIND A KIND Achieved & Applied by Christ Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/louWg2_8bjY   Belgic Confession: Article 37: The Last Judgment Finally, we believe, according to God’s Word, […] The post What Kind of Body? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Christ’s Global and Growing Church Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 27 Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Ephesians 4:9-16 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction The Church’s Call to Worship To the End of the Age To the Whole Globe The Church Growing Yet Shrinking Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/tI3YW9CWjYs   Belgic Confession: Article 27: The Holy […] The post Christ’s Global and Growing Church appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Intercession of Christ Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 26 Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-18, 4:14-16, 7:23-28 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction The Christ Only What Christ has Done Christ’s Compassion for Us Flee Your Faults for Christ Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/wJWYKqu_t1Y   Belgic Confession: Article 26: The Intercession of Christ We believe that […] The post The Intercession of Christ appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Getting Glory Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 25 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Old Creation Old Covenant New Covenant — New Creation Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/747m5jva1bE   Belgic Confession: Article 25: The Fulfillment of the Law We believe that the ceremonies and symbols of the law have ended […] The post Getting Glory appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Sanctification of Sinners Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 24 Scripture: Titus 3:4-8 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction New Man—New Walk Good Within and Without Not for Points Only Christ Merits Righteousness Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/X6Gc4yDeIgY   Belgic Confession: Article 24: The Sanctification of Sinners We believe that this true faith, produced […] The post The Sanctification of Sinners appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Works for Justification Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 23 Scripture: Romans 4:1-8 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Justification by Good Works Abraham Had Good Works David had Bad Works Double Imputation through Christ Whose Works Do You Trust? Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/GHdYadlxvIo   Belgic Confession: Article 23: The Justification of Sinners We […] The post Works for Justification appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Five Solas and Righteousness Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 22 Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, Romans 9:30-10:17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Scripture Alone Determines Righteousness Christ Alone Achieves Righteousness Grace Alone Bestows Righteousness Faith Alone Receives Righteousness God’s Glory Alone is Praised for Righteousness Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/DNWbR8upIko   Belgic Confession: Article […] The post The Five Solas and Righteousness appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The New Man in Christ Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 27 Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Historical Context before Christ How Peace has been Made in Christ When Peace is Enjoyed in God’s Worship Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/vxLD91uudcE   Belgic Confession: Article 27: The Holy Catholic Church We believe […] The post The New Man in Christ appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Atonement Old & New Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 21 Scripture: Genesis 3:21, 4:1-6; Leviticus 16:15, 20-22; Isaiah 53:4-6; Matthew 1:21; John 1:29; Hebrews 2:14-17; Revelation 5:9-10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Our Need for Atonement The Atonement as a Propitiation The Atonement as a Path to Take TheAppropriate Responses to the Atonement […] The post Atonement Old & New appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Where Justice & Mercy Meet Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 20 Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31; Romans 1:16-18, 2:1-5, 4:1-5 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Justice & Mercy Justice Must Be Satisfied How Mercy? Where Justice & Mercy Meet Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/rDc2BOL1J-k   Belgic Confession: Article 20: The Justice and Mercy of God […] The post Where Justice & Mercy Meet appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Two Natures of Christ Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 19 Scripture: John 1:1,14 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction The Word became Flesh Son of God “I AM” “My Lord and My God” Conclusion   Belgic Confession: Article 19: The Two Natures of Christ We believe that by being thus conceived the person […] The post The Two Natures of Christ appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

From Captivity to Recovery Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 17 Scripture: Genesis 3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction 1st Adam Captive & Cursed 2nd Adam the Liberator Deliverance from Captivity & Curse Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Yse9t4PF1v8   Belgic Confession: Article 17: The Recovery of Fallen Man We believe that our good God, […] The post From Captivity to Recovery appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

God’s Sovereign Election and Rejection Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 16 Scripture: Romans 9 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Election in the Fathers 6-13 Election of Moses & the Hebrews 14-23 Election into the Gentile World thru the Gospel 24-29 Gospel Insight of the Elect to this Day 30-33 Conclusion   Sermon Video: […] The post God’s Sovereign Election and Rejection appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Disease of Original Sin & its Cure Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 15 Scripture: Romans 5:12-21 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Depravity Damnation Deliverance Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Le8_l-LipvQ   Belgic Confession: Article 15: The Doctrine of Original Sin We believe that by the disobedience of Adam original sin has been spread […] The post The Disease of Original Sin & its Cure appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Man Made, Muddied and Re-made in Christ Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 14 Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, 2:7, 3:1-7, 3:21 ; Ezekiel 36:25-27; Titus 3:5-7 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Man Made Man Muddled Man Re-made in Christ Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/tbE0XO4ii5g   Belgic Confession: Article 14: The Creation and Fall of Man […] The post Man Made, Muddied and Re-made in Christ appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Christmas, the Gift of: Incarnation, Immanuel, & Intercession Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 18 Scripture: John 1:1, 1:14; Hebrews 2:5-18 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Incarnation Immanuel Intercession Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/oWQU4JanhtE   Belgic Confession: Article 18: The Incarnation So then we confess that God fulfilled the promise which he had made […] The post Christmas, the Gift of: Incarnation, Immanuel, & Intercession appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Nature of Reality Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 12 Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2:3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Creation Control Angels Demons New Creation Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/-QiLMKs4Atw   Belgic Confession: Article 12: The Creation of All Things We believe that the Father created heaven and earth and all other creatures from […] The post The Nature of Reality appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Spirit of Glory Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 11 Scripture: Exodus 40:33-38, 1 Kings 8:10-11, Haggai 2:4-9, Ephesians 2:17-22 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction The Deity of the Holy Spirit The Dwelling of the Holy Spirit Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/fUIRkoQNigY   Belgic Confession: Article 11: The Deity of the Holy Spirit […] The post The Spirit of Glory appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Who Do Men Say that I am? Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 10 Scripture: John 1:1-3, 14-18; 5:18-23; 8:58; 20:24-29 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction “begotten not made” “and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” Answering Arius The Worship of Jesus Christ Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/sA-cFKYzbOA   Belgic […] The post Who Do Men Say that I am? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Trinity: Not a Biblical Word, but a Biblical Truth Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 9 Scripture: Matthew 2:13-17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction OT Exegesis NT Exegesis Erroneous Exegesis Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/DcwDKmNxVr8   Belgic Confession: Article 9: The Scriptural Witness on the Trinity All these things we know from the testimonies […] The post Trinity: Not a Biblical Word, but a Biblical Truth appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Clarity of God Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 2 Scripture: Romans 1:16-22, Romans 2:12-16, Romans 9:30-10:17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Climbing to God Creation & Conscience Clearly Reveals God Covenant Communication Close to God in Confidence, Communion, Consummation Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/q_aCE4pFy5w   Belgic Confession: Article 2: The Means by […] The post The Clarity of God appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The One True God Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 1 Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, 1 Timothy 2:5, Hebrews 11:1-6, 1 Peter 2:19-25 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Who is God? Twelve Attributes of God Seeking God Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/x4cLgnNeyGo   Belgic Confession: Article 1: The Only God We all believe in our […] The post The One True God appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

God’s Eternal Decree Confession: Canons of Dort I:6, Belgic Confession: Article 16 Scripture: Romans 9:1-24 Preacher: Rev. David Inks   Sermon Outline: Introduction Time was Decreed from Eternity The Decree of Election & Reprobation Two Responses to God’s Decree: Hostility & Humility Conclusion   Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/EUsueHgbBVo   Canons of Dort: The First Main Point […] The post God’s Eternal Decree appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Part III: Millennial Madness & the Day of the Lord Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 37 The Last Judgment Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:22-28, 50-54; 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10; 2 Peter 3:7-15 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Our Faithful Confessional Perspective The Undying Riot of the Pre-Trib Rapture The Persistence of Pre-Millennialism Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/YI2IdlrtpoU […] The post Part III: Millennial Madness & the Day of the Lord appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Part II: Precursors before the Day of the Lord Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 37 The Last Judgment Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2, Matthew 24:3-14 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Global Gospel Witness Pressures Without Pressures Within (2 Thessalonians 2) The Apostasy of Lawlessness 1-8a Satan’s Power & Deception 8b-12 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/xdk0miMvT1Q Belgic […] The post Part II: Precursors before the Day of the Lord appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Part I: Recompense & Reward in the Days of the Lord Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 37 The Last Judgment Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction What Will Happen on that Day? What Will Happen to the Wicked? What Will Happen to the Righteous? How Should We Live in the Light […] The post Part I: Recompense & Reward in the Days of the Lord appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Christ’s Intercession is Enough! Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 26 Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-18, 4:14-16, 7:23-28 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Jesus, Son of God, Intercedes for Us Christ’s Accomplishment for Us Christ’s Application to Us Let Us Draw Near to Christ Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/kAXnBH3tVH0 Belgic Confession: Article 26: The Intercession of Christ We […] The post Christ’s Intercession is Enough! appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Christ is the Center of the Bible Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 25; Scripture: Luke 24:44-47 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Christ Seen in the Foreshadowing Christ Seen in the Ceremonies Christ Seen in Satisfying the Law Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/GrdiVtAOdrc Belgic Confession: Article 25: The Fulfillment of the Law We believe that the […] The post Christ is the Center of the Bible appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Sanctification of Sinners Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 24; Scripture: Titus 3:3-8 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Justification Sanctification Two Sides of the Gospel Coin Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/7jczKFmrEPY Belgic Confession: Article 24: The Sanctification of Sinners We believe that this true faith, produced in man by the hearing of God’s Word and […] The post The Sanctification of Sinners appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Scope of Justification Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 23; Scripture: Romans 4:1-8 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Justification and the Necessity of Works Abraham’s Justification David’s Justification Works as What Justice Requires vs. Faith in the Gift Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/LBKwYMjzMzE Belgic Confession: Article 23: The Justification of Sinners We believe that our […] The post The Scope of Justification appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Faith or Works? Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 22; Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, 4:1-5, 9:30-10:17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Sola Christus Sola Gratia Sola Fide Soli Deo Gloria Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Xm4VMm609rU Belgic Confession: Article 22: The Righteousness of Faith We believe that for us to acquire the true knowledge of this great mystery […] The post Faith or Works? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Christ’s Sacrifice of Atonement Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 21; Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18, 5:5-10, 9:23-26; 1 Peter 2:20-25; Revelation 5:9-12 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Our Sin Our Savior Our Savior’s Sacrifice Our Sacrifice Our Song Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/w1617QssfYU Belgic Confession: Article 21: The Atonement We believe that Jesus Christ is a high […] The post Christ’s Sacrifice of Atonement appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Truth Will Set You Free from Sin & Satan Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 17; Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 1, QA 1 Scripture: John 8:31-47, 2 Timothy 2:24-26 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Truth is in His Word The Truth Will Set You Free Seed of the Serpent Don’t Grasp the Gospel […] The post The Truth Will Set You Free from Sin & Satan appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Appointed to Life Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 16 Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, John 6:37-39, Acts 13:46-48, Romans 9:10-13, Ephesians 1:3-6, 2 Timothy 1:8-10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Significance of Eternal Election Scriptures Supporting Eternal Election Sincerity of Eternal Election Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/ifMONSf3wqk Belgic Confession: Article 16: The Doctrine of Election We believe […] The post Appointed to Life appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

From Dirty & Naked, to Cleansed & Clothed Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 14 Scripture: Genesis 3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Man’s Dignity Man’s Obligation & Prospect Man’s Depravity Man’s Bondage God’s Cleansing & Clothing in Christ Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/0cfEptyaf5g Belgic Confession: Article 14: The Creation and Fall of Man We believe […] The post From Dirty & Naked, to Cleansed & Clothed appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

God’s Awesome Providence Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 13; Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 10, QA 27-28 Scripture: Isaiah 40:15-31, Daniel 4:34-37 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Meaning The Method The Madness The Mildness Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/CcxXQaGJ_5E Belgic Confession: Article 13: The Doctrine of God’s Providence We believe that this good God, after […] The post God’s Awesome Providence appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Creation: Foundation for a World & Life View Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 12 Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2:3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction First Step 1:1-2 Form and Fullness 1:3-32 1 ——– 4 2 ——– 5 3 ——– 6 7 Finality 2:1-3 Failure Forgiveness Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/OCKxITlNhM4   Belgic Confession: Article 12: The Creation […] The post Creation: Foundation for a World & Life View appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Scripture’s Qualities Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 4-7 Scripture: Revelation 22:18-19 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Canonicity 2 Corinthians 3:6,14 Necessity 1 Corinthians 2:9-13 Authority 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Clarity 2 Peter 1:16-21 Sufficiency 2 Timothy 3:15-17 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/3w4eAVv4Xms   Belgic Confession: Article 4: The Canonical Books We include in the Holy Scripture […] The post Scripture’s Qualities appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

He is There & He is Not Silent Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 1-3 Scripture: Romans 1:18-21, 2 Timothy 3:15-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction A Typical Godless World View A Christian Worldview Article 1 Article 2 Article 3 Christian World and Life View Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/nIpDin3hkZ8   Belgic Confession: […] The post He is There & He is Not Silent appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Faith of the People Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 34 Scripture: Exodus 14:21-31, Hebrews 11:29 Preacher: Rev. Adrian Dieleman Sermon Outline: Introduction People Without Faith People With Faith Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/yfIjRmp8jMI Belgic Confession: Article 34: The Sacrament of Baptism We believe and confess that Jesus Christ, in whom the law is fulfilled, has by […] The post The Faith of the People appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.