Catechism Sermons 2018 – Covenant United Reformed Church

Death of Jesus Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 16, QA 40-44 Scripture: Romans 6:5-14 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. Gary Findley Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Its Grave Impact II. Its Good Influence III. Its Grateful Impulse Conclusion The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 40 Q. Why did Christ have to suffer death? A. Because God’s justice and […] The post Death of Jesus appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Fix in Us Thy Humble Dwelling Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 14, QA 35-36 Scripture: Luke 1:26-38 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Supernatural Greeting 26-30 II. Supernatural Conception 31 & 35 III. Supernatural Child 31b-32a & 35b IV. Supernatural Acceptance 37-38 Conclusion The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 35 Q. What […] The post Fix in Us Thy Humble Dwelling appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Christ the Cursed King Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 15, QA 37-39 Scripture: Matthew 27:11-56 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Condemnation II. The Ex-Change III. The Crown Below IV. The Cane V. The Cross/Throne VI. The Cry VII. The Consequences VII. The Crown Above Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/NXGo1wpclvg […] The post Christ the Cursed King appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Children of the Lord Since we are loved Children of God, do the same rules apply to us? Do we even need to follow the rules or the Old Testament Law or rely on the Love of God and His Forgiveness? Please listen or watch the recording of a sermon explaining the Children of God, […] The post Children of the Lord appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Are You a Christian? Not only is the Christ our King and Savior, but he’s also a Prophet of God, High Priest. Do you understand the significance of that and how does it fit with a question “Am I a Christian”? If you would like to know, please watch or listen to the sermon where […] The post Are You a Christian? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Looking for Salvation Are you looking to be saved from God, Law, or your sin, and what is the difference? How does the process of Salvation work and what does one need to do earn the Salvation? Please listen or watch our sermon for answers to these and other questions. Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 11, […] The post Looking for Salvation appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Patriarchal Providence Do things just happen by chance or does God really control everything? Is our God a God of Providence? If you struggled to find a clear answer to these questions, please listen or watch our sermon where all of it is explained. Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 10, QA 27-28 Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21; […] The post Patriarchal Providence appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

God My Father: Creator, Controller, Comforter Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 9, QA 26 Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-31, Romans 8:28-39 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Creator II. Controller III. Comforter Conclusion The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 26 Q. What do you believe when you say, “I believe in God, the Father […] The post God My Father: Creator, Controller, Comforter appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Trinity Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 8, QA 24-25 Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3; Isaiah 45; Matthew 3:16-17, 28:19; Ephesians 1:3-14 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. What is the Doctrine of the Trinity? II. What is the Spiritual Support for the Trinity? III. Why is the Doctrine of the Trinity […] The post The Trinity appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

By Faith Alone Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 7, QA 20-23 Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, 4:1-8, 10:13-17; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Faith as the Instrument of Salvation II. What is True Faith? III. How Can I Acquire this Faith? Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/tbLxajNiY0M The Heidelberg Catechism […] The post By Faith Alone appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Only Mediator between God and Man Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 6, QA 16-19 Scripture: Genesis 3:15, 22:1-8; Isaiah 53:1-5; Galatians 4:5-6; Hebrews 10:1-14 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. He Must be Truly Human and Righteousness Q.16 II. He Must be Truly God Q.17 III. Who Matches this […] The post The Only Mediator between God and Man appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

God’s Wrath & Mercy: Compatible or Contrary to Justice? Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 4, QA 9-11 Scripture: Romans 9:14-18, Ephesians 2:1-6 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. God is Not Unjust II. God Justly Punishes Sin III. God Does Not Owe, but Does Show…Mercy Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/r348wZcr0bk The […] The post God’s Wrath & Mercy: Compatible or Contrary to Justice? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Who’s Fault … and Who’s Gonna Fix it? Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 3, QA 6-8 Scripture: Psalm 51:5; Romans 5:12,18-20; 2 Timothy 2:20-22; Titus 2:11-15, 3:5-7 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. God Made Mankind Good II. From Where Did Our Defiled Hearts Originate? III. Rescue is through Christ, […] The post Who’s Fault … and Who’s Gonna Fix it? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

How to See Your Sin with Clarity, to See Your Savior with Comfort Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 2, QA 3-5 Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:12-14, Romans 9:30-10:17 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Law Illumines Us in Love II. The Law Illumines Us in Righteousness III. The Illuminating Law of […] The post How to See Your Sin with Clarity, to See Your Savior with Comfort appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Southern, Northern, Eastern, Western Comfort Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 1, QA 1-2 Scripture: Genesis 3:15-21, Ezekiel 36:25-27, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, Ephesians 1:3-14, Colossians 3:15-17 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Why Do You Need Comfort? II. Superficial False Comfort III. Substantive True Comfort IV. What You Must Know for […] The post Southern, Northern, Eastern, Western Comfort appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The New and 7th Covenant of Consummation Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 75-76 Scripture:  Genesis 2:17, 3:15,20-21, 9:1-13, 15:17-18, 17:4-10, 22:15-18; Exodus 24:7-11; Deuteronomy 4:12-14; 2 Samuel 7:12-13; Isaiah 25:6-9; Luke 22:14-30 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Covenant of Creation with Adam – Genesis 2:17 II. Proto-Evangelium – Genesis 3:15,20-21 […] The post The New and 7th Covenant of Consummation appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

The Covenant with David: A Descendant Upon His Throne Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 83-85 Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:12-17; 1 Kings 9:4-7; Psalm 89:3-4, 29-37, 44-46; Matthew 4:17, 16:18-19; Luke 1:31-33; Acts 2:29-42, 15:16-17; Hebrews 1:8-9 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Buried Davidic Covenant II. The Covenant Raised in Christ […] The post The Covenant with David: A Descendant Upon His Throne appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 90-91, 113-115 Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-54:10, Hebrews 10:1-18 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Two Covenants Together II. Two Covenant Culmination III. Christ the Lamb IV. New Verdict! New Heart! New Life! Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/xA1XVzEeYfI The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 90 Q. What is the rising-to-life of the […] The post The Old Covenant Lamb & Redemption in Christ appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 1-5 Scripture: Exodus 24:1-8, Deuteronomy 30:15-20, 2 Chronicles 36:15-16, Galatians 3:6-14 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. What is Covenanted? II. What Were the Consequences? III. What was the Conclusion of the Matter? IV. Consider and Flee to Christ Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Jhalzs1hLyg The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A […] The post The Curse of the Old Covenant Law and Redemption through Christ appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 38-39,43 Scripture: Genesis 15:1-10,13-18, 17:10-11,14, 22:1-19; Hebrews 11:17-19 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Cut of Self-Malediction 15 II. The Cut of Circumcision 17 III. The Cut of the Seed 22 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/EN86G6CFpoU The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 38 Q. Why did he suffer “under […] The post The 3 Cuts of the Abrahamic Covenant appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 9-12 Scripture: Genesis 5:28-7:5, Matthew 24:36-42, Hebrews 11:6-7, 2 Peter 3:4-10 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Why History? II. The Story of the Seed of the Woman III. “I will Build My Church” Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/mAU64cJ8Cpo The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 9 Q. But doesn’t God […] The post The Flood: The Covenant Established appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 1, 20-21 Scripture: Genesis 3:1-4:7, 25-26 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Defeat of the Serpent II. Dressed in Righteousness Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/SVWN9tfGogQ The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 1 Q. What is your only comfort in life and in death? A. That I am not my […] The post Primal Gospel appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 18 Scripture: Various Texts  (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. Gary Findley Sermon Outline: Introduction I. His Singular Person II. His Sole Purpose III. His Sufficient Power Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/oWsx2EIDW_s The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 18 Q. Then who is this mediator—true God and at the same time a true and righteous […] The post Our Great Mediator appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 88-89 Scripture: Romans 6:1-11 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. Gary Findley Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Its Lethal Impact II. Its Living Influence III. Its Liberating Intent Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/f70Z3LbMMQU The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 88 Q. What is involved in genuine repentance or conversion? A. Two things: the dying-away of the old […] The post Conversion to Life appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 93-95 Scripture: Exodus 20:1-11 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Remember the Sabbath Day to Keep it Holy II. Take Not God’s Name in Vain III. Make No Graven Images IV. “Have No Other gods before Me” Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/9LppQ_32oZg The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 93 Q. […] The post How to Love God, His Way appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 3-5, 114-115 Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-25 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. 1st Use of the Law II. The Answer to Legalism III. The Third Use of the Law IV. The Answer to Antinomianism Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/olz5Qkm01ZU The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 3 Q. How do you come […] The post Law & Gospel in the New Covenant appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 1; Shorter Catechism, QA 1; Scripture: Psalm 16:11, 73:25-28; Revelation 1:5-6, 4:1, 5:9-10, 12:10-11, 22:1-5, 22:14, 22:17 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Our Chief End II. Our Only Comfort III. Comfort of a New Heart Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/dz3vzP3MxF0 The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 1 Q. WHAT […] The post Your Chief End & Comfort appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 59-64; Scripture: Romans 9:30-10:17 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Legal Problems II. Lamb’s Provision III. Logos Preaching IV. Life Practice Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/sIctB2CZw7A The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 59 Q. WHAT GOOD DOES IT DO YOU, HOWEVER, TO BELIEVE ALL THIS? A. In Christ I am […] The post Shut Mouth or Open Mouth? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 85; Belgic Confession, Article 28 Scripture: Psalm 87; Matthew 16:13-27, 18:18-20 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Earthly Rolls II. Heavenly Rolls III. The Rolls United IV. The Rock and Rolls Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/N1XBPJu5J2k The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 85 Q. HOW IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN […] The post When the Roll is Called Up Yonder: Is Church Membership Biblical? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 103 Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3, Hebrews 4 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. What is the Sabbath? II. What is the typological Sabbath? III. Christ the Fulfillment of the Sabbath IV. The Fourth Commandment – Keep or Cancel? Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/EWA9a3RrUiY Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 103 […] The post Keeping or Canceling the 4th Commandment? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 34 Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18, Colossians 1:13 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. Gary Findley Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Capture II. Cost III. Consequences Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/D1AGyPe9BKc Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 34 Q. WHY DO YOU CALL HIM “OUR LORD?” A. Because—not with gold or silver, but with his precious […] The post Ransom appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 78-79 Scripture: John 6 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Jesus and the Old Testament Journey of the People of God II. What Does Jesus Christ Offer? III. How Do We Feed on Christ? IV. Who Will Feed on Christ? Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/8LfWl_ASsD8 Confession: The Heidelberg […] The post Jesus Christ: Spiritual Bread for the Desert Community appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 74 Scripture: Romans 4:6-17, Colossians 2:8-15 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The One Olive Tree of Faith II. Two Sacraments: Circumcision & Baptism Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/deZgP08TKHg Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 74 Q. SHOULD INFANTS, TOO, BE BAPTIZED? A. Yes. Infants as well as adults […] The post Circumcision and Baptism: Two Sacraments, Same Significance appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 22, 32, 84, 123 Scripture: Genesis 4:26; Hebrews 11:40; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; Jude 3; 2 Timothy 1:13; Romans 11:5-6; Acts 2:38-39, 14:23, 15:1-2; Matthew 16:18, 19 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Historical – Gen 4:26/Heb 11:40 II. Biblical – 2 Tim 3:15-17/Jude 3 III. Confessional – […] The post What Does it Mean to be “Reformed?” appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 11 Scripture: Romans 5:12-21, 2 Corinthians 5:20-21 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. God is Holy II. Original Sin III. Imputed Righteousness Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/DXd8agAztes Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 11 Q. BUT ISN’T GOD ALSO MERCIFUL? A. God is certainly merciful, but he is also […] The post Is God Fair? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 91 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Hebrews 12:1-17 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. To bring to surface your true treasure & worship II. To show you off as a trophy of grace III. mystery – so you’ll fear & justify God for no reason IV. So God […] The post Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 29-30 Scripture: Romans 2:1-16 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. What is Just? II. A Day of Reckoning III. Jesus’ Intervention IV. Expedition Outfitters Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/tK4i8xdRs5c Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 29 Q. WHY IS THE SON OF GOD CALLED “JESUS” MEANING “SAVIOR”? A. Because […] The post Justice and Jesus appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 86 Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. Gary Findley Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Way #1 II. Way #2 III. Way #3 IV. Way #4 V. Way #5 VI. Way #6 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/D_C652yny5E Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 86 Q. HOW MANY SACRAMENTS DID CHRIST INSTITUTE IN THE NEW […] The post Ways to Work Out Your Own Salvation appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.

Confession: Heidelberg Catechism, QA 127 Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. Gary Findley Sermon Outline: Introduction I. First Enemy II. Second Enemy III. Third Enemy Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/r_kcgJnneD8 Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 127 Q. WHAT DOES THE SIXTH REQUEST MEAN? A. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil […] The post Gospel Enemies appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.