Bloomington Reformed Presbyterian Church

1 Peter 5:8-14 Be vigilant, the devil is seeking to destroy you but remain steadfast in Christ for God is at work in your life, bringing you to glory.

Ecclesiastes - Receive God's good gifts through Jesus Christ and enjoy the life and labor that He's given you in this world.

1 Peter - You are to be humble as you interact with others, especially your elders, and humble before God, for only He can take care of you and exalt you in Christ.

Ecclesiastes - Pursuing pleasure in this world is doomed to failure because lasting pleasure can only be found in God.

1 Peter Jesus is the chief shepherd, and He has provided elders to shepherd you in your suffering according to His example.

Ecclesiastes Relying on your own reason and efforts to find truth will produce nothing but frustration and despair, but true, life-giving wisdom is found with God.

1 Peter - Suffering is real, so do not be surprised but rejoice, for as Christ suffered and then knew glory, so will you experience suffering and then glory.

Ecclesiastes - Apart from God's grace in Jesus, all your incessant activity accomplishes nothing.

As you wait for the end, your focus is that of godly conduct so that God is glorified, and Christ did this perfectly on your behalf.

Ecclesiastes addresses key questions about the meaning of life and shows you how to find true purpose and joy through a relationship with Jesus.

1 Peter 4:1-6 You are at war with sin and this involves suffering so follow Christ's example and be confident of God's verdict at the end.

Romans 7:14-25 Your battle with sin will never be over in this life, but that fact is meant to push you to greater and greater reliance on Jesus Christ.

In facing suffering, in feeling weak, remember Christ, he is victorious and he is reigning over all and so in him you too are victorious.

Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.

You are steadfast even in trials and uncertainty because you know refuge under the Father's wings, so respond by praising God. This you do in Christ, so in Christ, give God the glory.

Seminary Student Morgan McMahan preaches from Ephesians.

John Jesus Christ is the eternal Word of God who radiates light and life. Forsake your darkness and receive the life-giving light of Jesus

Psalm 90 As you enter a new year, seek the wisdom of Jesus which allows you to live joyfully and meaningfully in a broken world

1 Peter - As you face difficulty and trials in your life you are to respond not with fear but doing good, this is what Christ did to enable your salvation.

Jesus' birth unleashed a cosmic celebration unlike anything that has ever happened; rejoice with the angels in praising God for His Son.

1 Peter - In facing hardship, God watches over you and blesses you by the support of the church, so respond by loving one another.

1 Peter 3:1-7 In your marriage, wives be like Christ who submitted because He trusted the Father and husbands, honor your wife because you inherit eternal life with her.

Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.

Psalm 107 Give thanks to God for His redeeming love. For as Christ was brought low and then raised up, have wisdom to see this in your own life.

Special Topics - Psalm 27 The LORD is your light and your salvation! Cling to Jesus Christ for confidence in the face of enemies.

Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.

Special Topics - Romans As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.

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1 Peter Conduct yourself honorably in your workplace and as Christ suffered, you will suffer so follow his example, knowing he is your shepherd.

Romans God either interacts with you through Adam or through Jesus. Trust Jesus, who represents you perfectly before the Father and live in Him.

1 Peter Your conduct in this hostile world is to be honorable, evident in your submission to authority. We see Christ did this, to make you his servants.

2 Corinthians The benediction is a pronouncement of blessing from the triune God upon His people. Receive His blessing and live as one who is truly blessed!

1 Peter You are the temple of God and because you are built on Christ and so in response bring your sacrifice of praise to Him.

2 Corinthians The community that Christ organizes and empowers is unique and transformative; give thanks for it

1 Peter You have pure hearts through the living word of God and you grow through the word of God. This will be evident in your fervent love for fellow believers.

2 Corinthians Your greatest desire for your fellow believers should be that they honor God and be spiritually mature in Christ.

1 Peter Your certain hope is found in Christ and in his work. As you meditate on this it will motivate you to conduct holy lives.

2 Corinthians The church is the context for Jesus' power to work through human weakness. Examine yourself to see if that power is at work in you.

1 Peter You are more privileged than the prophets of old or the angels in heaven for the Holy Spirit has revealed His salvation in Christ to you. Respond to this privilege recognizing it is worth the suffering for the glory comes afterwards.

Jesus works in true Christian ministry to make it a place where you spend yourself for the spiritual well-being of others.

1 Peter - You are to rejoice for the living hope you have in Christ. For in Him you have new life, you receive a certain inheritance, and He even uses your trials to complete His work in you.

2 Corinthians Since Jesus's power works most effectively through your weakness, you need to embrace your weakness and rest in His power!

Be encouraged by knowing your identity as God's exiles and by God's grace and peace, you are not to live as if belonging to this world.

Corinthians Jesus paid a high price to minister to you, so you could have a Christ-centered ministry to others.

The Life of David- Christ secured you in his Kingdom by his obedience and by receiving your judgment so know his prospering by your obedience to His word.

Special Topics In the aftermath of the murder of Charlie Kirk, we reflect on the truth that Jesus makes you an invincible witness and frees you to serve Him without fear.

Beware the danger of deception and cling to the real Jesus.

The world is not in charge, nor are you in charge, nor are your children in charge. Instead, submit to Christ for He is the Promised King.

Good theology creates a life of love, and a life of love celebrates good theology.

The Life of David You are to be content with what you have in Christ, for only in Him you have your peace, for only He has atoned for your sin. James 1:13-15

You are to be devoted to King Jesus, evident in your commitment for Her was gracious to you.