The following are the sermons recorded live at Covenant United Reformed Church in Clovis-Fresno California. It is our resolve at Covenant URC to truly hold the Three Forms of Unity as reflecting the Word of God and promote these in our congregation. May the Lord keep us faithful to this task. As the…
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A Mystery No More! Scripture: Revelation 10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Angel’s Identity 1-2a The Angel’s Oath 2b-7 The Angel’s Little Book 8-11 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/9soPfz5s_YQ Scripture Reading: Revelation 10 (King James Version) 1 And I saw another mighty angel come down from heaven, clothed with a […] The post A Mystery No More! appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Discerning the True Church Confession: Belgic Confession: Article 29 (1-4) Scripture: Acts 2:36-42, Matthew 18:15-21 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Diligent Discernment Par. 1 Not a Question of Hypocrites Par. 2 The Three Marks of the True Church Par. 3-4 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/JuZeHHd1Rfw Belgic Confession: Article 29: The Marks […] The post Discerning the True Church appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
John & Nicodemus Scripture: John 3:1-15 Preacher: Elder Matt Balocca Sermon Outline: Introduction Difficulty of Gospel Simplicity of Gospel Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Cf321LtyjlI Scripture Reading: John 3:1-15 (King James Version) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by […] The post John & Nicodemus appeared first on 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.
A Little Book for a Little While Scripture: Ezekiel 2:6-3:3, Amos 3:7-8, Revelation 10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Meaning of the Interlude The Meaning of the Angel & His Text The Tasty Text Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/H4iwOWglrF0 Scripture Reading: Ezekiel 2:6-3:3 (King James Version) 6 And thou, son […] The post A Little Book for a Little While 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.
Resurrection Life in Christ: New Person, New Appetites, New Path Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Dead in Trespasses and Sins 1-3 Quickened and Raised with Christ 4-6 Grateful Trophies of His Grace Forever 7 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Dlf9DU5IzHs Scripture Reading: Ephesians 2:1-10 (King James Version) 1 And […] The post Resurrection Life in Christ: New Person, New Appetites, New Path 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.
The Seven Sayings of Christ from the Cross (Good Friday Service) Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-6 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do” Luke 23:34 “Today you will be with Me in paradise” Luke 23:43 “Woman, behold, your son…behold, your mother” John 19:26-27 “My God, my […] The post The Seven Sayings of Christ from the Cross (Good Friday Service) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
The 6th Trumpet: The Hour of Darkness Scripture: Revelation 9:12-21 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Demons 12-18 Deception & Death 17-19 Determined 15 Doomed 20-21 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/6PXB2Hl7pLo Scripture Reading: Revelation 9:12-21 (King James Version) 12 One woe is past; and, behold, there come two woes more hereafter. 13 […] The post The 6th Trumpet: The Hour of Darkness 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 5th Trumpet: “I Wish I was Dead!” Scripture: Psalm 91:11-13, Joel 1:4-6, Revelation 8:13-9:11 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Who Turns the Key? 8:13-9:2 What is the Bottomless Pit? 9:3-5 The Terror of the Trap? 9:6 What are these Locusts Like? 9:7-11 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/wJWYKqu_t1Y Scripture Reading: Psalm […] The post The 5th Trumpet: “I Wish I was Dead!” 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.
The Four Trumpets Blast Part II Scripture: Revelation 8:1-12 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Sounding of the Four Trumpets The Summation of the Four Trumpets Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/B-Cx6HYLt_Y Scripture Reading: Revelation 8:1-12 (King James Version) 8:1 And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in […] The post The Four Trumpets Blast Part II 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 Four Trumpets Blast Scripture: Revelation 8:1-12 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Silence 1 Censers 2-5 Soundings 6-12 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/cCmXZcPghHE Scripture Reading: Revelation 8:1-12 (King James Version) 8:1 And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven about the space of half an hour. […] The post The Four Trumpets Blast 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.
The Supper’s Sequence Scripture: Luke 9:10-17, 22:14-20, 24:28-35 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Sitting Down to Eat with Christ The Four Phases Meaning of Meals Christ’s Meals Satisfy! Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/GuKmt9qC8IU Scripture Reading: Luke 9:10-17 (King James Version) 10 And the apostles, when they were returned, told him all […] The post The Supper’s Sequence 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.
Blessed are the Babies Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15, Luke 18:15-17, Mark 10:13-16 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Coming to Jesus in Worship Do We Bring Our Children to Worship Too? Why Then Baptize Children of the Covenant? Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/v-zmXRFFqeQ Scripture Reading: Matthew 19:13-15 (King James Version) 13 Then were […] The post Blessed are the Babies 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.
Worshiping in White Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Joining Heaven’s Choir 9-12 Who Are They? 13-15 The Heavenly Sabbath Satisfies 16-17 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/9A9o-9bKCoc Scripture Reading: Revelation 7:9-17 (King James Version) 9 After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, […] The post Worshiping in White 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.
The Sealing of the 144,000 Scripture: Revelation 7:1-8, 14:1-5 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Angelic Seal from Heaven The Accounted Sealed on Earth The Arrangement of the Sealed Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/gTmKTmdRRJM Scripture Reading: Revelation 7:1-8 (King James Version) 1 And after these things I saw four angels standing […] The post The Sealing of the 144,000 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.
Seals Five & Six: Persecution & Punishment Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12, Revelation 6:9-17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Persecution Punishment Who Can Stand? Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/8nFB3v0XSmw Scripture Reading: Revelation 6:9-17 (King James Version) 9 And when he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls […] The post Seals Five & Six: Persecution & Punishment 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 Four Horsemen Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction White Red Black Green Conclusion Scripture Reading: Genesis 6:1-8 (King James Version) 6:1 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2 That the sons of […] The post The Four Horsemen 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.
The Opening of the 7 Seals Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8:1 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Four Horseman/Seals 1-4 (6:1-8) The Saints Judged by the World/Seal 5 (6:9-11) The World Judged by God/Seal 6 (6:12-7) The Two-Fold Interlude Saint’s Sealed by Heaven on Earth (7:1-8) Saint’s Gathered from Earth to Heaven (7:9-17) Heaven’s […] The post The Opening of the 7 Seals 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.
Job’s Closing Defense: 14 Oaths of Self-Malediction Scripture: Job 31 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Story The Debate The Climax The Closing Argument Chapter 31 Wisdom Legal & Redemptive Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/2JTNPnt0PNI Scripture Reading: Job 31 (King James Version) 1 I made a covenant with mine eyes; why […] The post Job’s Closing Defense: 14 Oaths of Self-Malediction 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.
God’s Foolishness in Job’s Wisdom Quest Scripture: Job 1-2, 42:7-10; 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1:30-31 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Situation Debate Resolution Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/nMH8tLg95Nk Scripture Reading: Job 1-2 (King James Version) 1 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man […] The post God’s Foolishness in Job’s Wisdom Quest 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.
A Wonderful Description of the Church Part II Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12 Preacher: Rev. Adrian Dieleman Sermon Outline: Introduction Beloved Sojourners and Exiles Soldiers Witnesses Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/x–FD68H6lk Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 2:11-12 (King James Version) 11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which […] The post A Wonderful Description of the Church Part II appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
“One Baptism for the Forgiveness of Sins” Confession: The Nicene Creed Scripture: Romans 6:1-14 (King James Version) Preacher: Rev. Adrian Dieleman Sermon Outline: Introduction We Affirm One Baptism For the Forgiveness of Sins Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/JzRdPLyHss8 The Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, […] The post “One Baptism for the Forgiveness of Sins” appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
A Wonderful Description of the Church Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-8 Preacher: Rev. Adrian Dieleman Sermon Outline: Introduction Chosen Race Royal Priesthood Holy Nation People for His own Possession Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/dAAGuw1vJOU Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 2:9-10 (King James Version) 9 But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy […] The post A Wonderful Description of the Church appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
“One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church” Confession: The Nicene Creed Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22 Preacher: Rev. Adrian Dieleman Sermon Outline: Introduction We Believe the Church The Church is One The Church is Holy The Church is Apostolic Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/eNOjVxqqcoo The Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of […] The post “One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church” appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Three Score and Ten Scripture: Psalm 90, Ephesians 5:14-15 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction God’s Dwelling Place 1-2 God’s Turbulent Wrath 3-12 God’s Satisfying Morning 13-17 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/5-wpnH2bvEc Scripture Reading: Psalm 90 (King James Version) 1 Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. 2 Before […] The post Three Score and Ten 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.
Covenant Convergence on Christmas Scripture: Matthew 1, Isaiah 9:6-7 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Light and Life Arrives Light and Life Achieved Light and Life Applied Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/1HLsgHa8348 Scripture Reading: Matthew 1 (King James Version) 1 The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, […] The post Covenant Convergence on Christmas appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.