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 Belgic Confession mentions the marks of the true church are: the pure preaching of the gospel, the right us…
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Clear Air and Clean Hearts Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:23-32, Psalm 50 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Enforcing the Old Covenant Sanctions 1-6 Vain Ceremonies 7-15 Vain Commandment Keeping 16-23 A New Covenant in Christ Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/yicai45RtD8 Scripture Reading: Deuteronomy 4:23-32 (King James Version) 23 Take heed unto yourselves, lest […] The post Clear Air and Clean Hearts appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Awakening to Wisdom Scripture: 49 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Life’s Wisdom 1-4 Life’s Leveler 5-12 Life’s Lesson 13-20 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/_iCrCg8niWY Scripture Reading: Psalm 49 (King James Version) 1 Hear this, all ye people; give ear, all ye inhabitants of the world: 2 Both low and high, rich […] The post Awakening to Wisdom appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
The Sacred City of God Scripture: Psalm 47-48 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction God’s City Elevated 1-3 God’s City Established 4-8 God’s City Elated 9-11 God’s City Everlasting 12-14 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/XRAA9vSs_Us Scripture Reading: Psalm 47 (King James Version) 1 O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto […] The post The Sacred City of God appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Reformation Sunday Service – Antidote to Apostasy: A Reformation Odyssey Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Timothy 4:1-5 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Snow Drift Frozen Over Thermal Recovery Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/z0mY1ijfUss Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 (King James Version) 1 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord […] The post Reformation Sunday Service – Antidote to Apostasy: A Reformation Odyssey appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
One Little Word Scripture: Psalm 46 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction The Shakable The Unshakable The Difference Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/BcsjVgzwBbQ Scripture Reading: Psalm 46 (King James Version) 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth […] The post One Little Word appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Here Comes the Bride! Scripture: Psalm 45, Hebrews 1:6-14, Revelation 19:6-16 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Power of the King 1-9 Procession of the Queen 10-15 Prosperity of the Union 16-17 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/QjdmaI1VZWI Scripture Reading: Psalm 45 (King James Version) 1 My heart is inditing a good matter: […] The post Here Comes the Bride! appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Guilt by Association: Part Two Scripture: Romans 8:35-36, Psalm 44 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Rehearsal of Part One Relationship of Old Covenant to New Covenant Redemption Drawing Nigh Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/i3uTd-rHk5s Scripture Reading: Romans 8:35-36 (King James Version) 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? […] The post Guilt by Association: Part Two appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Guilt by Association Scripture: Psalm 44 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Prior Power 1-8 Present Predicament 9-16 Ponderous Paradox 17-22 People’s Prayer 23-26 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/tvubkJJs2W4 Scripture Reading: Psalm 44 (King James Version) 1 We have heard with our ears, O God, our fathers have told us, what work […] The post Guilt by Association appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Smiling in the Shadows Scripture: Psalm 39 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Control Your Comments 1-2 Come ‘n Go 3-6 Confession and Chastisement 7-11 Closing Cheer 12-13 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/x6BnZvmfP8g Scripture Reading: Psalm 39 (King James Version) 1 I said, I will take heed to my ways, that I […] The post Smiling in the Shadows appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Profiting from the Pit Scripture: Psalm 38 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction Weighted Down with Guilt 1-8 Friends Move Out—Fiends Move In 9-14 Waiting On God with Sorrow 15-22 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/e8E27k2fcws Scripture Reading: Psalm 38 (King James Version) 1 O Lord, rebuke me not in thy wrath: neither […] The post Profiting from the Pit appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
A Poor Man’s Pursuit of God Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-18, Psalm 34 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Praise 1-3 II. Prayer 4-8 III. Provision 9-10 IV. Pursuit 11-18 V. Paths 19-22 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/iHfV5Cp1ba8 Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 3:8-18 (King James Version) 8 Finally, be ye all of […] The post A Poor Man’s Pursuit of God appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
The Other Blessed Man Scripture: Romans 4:1-8, Psalm 32 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Transgressions Confessed 1-5 II. Trouble Conquered 6-7 III. “Teachableness” Created 8-9 IV. Trust Confirmed 10 V. Thankfulness Continued 11 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/mfYH4gWZMrA Scripture Reading: Romans 4:1-8 (King James Version) 1 What shall we say […] The post The Other Blessed Man appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
A Thru Z for Trusting God Above While Faced with Trouble Below Scripture: Psalm 25 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. I Lift Up My Soul in Trust II. as Trouble Abounds III. so Teach Me IV. and Forgive Me! V. As I WAIT for You VI. for the Redemption […] The post A Thru Z for Trusting God Above While Faced with Trouble Below appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Who Shall Ascend? Scripture: Romans 9:30-10:7, Psalm 24 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Creation of Earth 1-2 II. The Qualifications for Heaven 3-6 III. The King of Glory 7-10 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/3rFFA5blW9I Scripture Reading: Romans 9:30-10:7 (King James Version) 30 What shall we say then? That the […] The post Who Shall Ascend? appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Part 2: Dereliction & Deliverance Scripture: Hebrews 2:11-18, Psalm 22 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Raised for Worship 22-24 II. Feast of Worship 25-26 III. Global Worship 27-29 IV. Generational Worship 30-31 V. He Has Done it! 31 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/MH1k7sFg1_0 Scripture Reading: Hebrews 2:11-18 King James Version […] The post Part 2: Dereliction & Deliverance appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Part 1: Dereliction & Deliverance Scripture: Matthew 27:35-46, Psalm 22 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Dereliction 1-3 II. Dependence 4-11 III. Death 12-19a IV. Deliverance 19b-21 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/14VxDWB8INE Scripture Reading: Matthew 27:35-46 King James Version (KJV) 35 And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: […] The post Part 1: Dereliction & Deliverance appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Kiss God’s Righteous King Scripture: Psalm 1-2, Acts 4:23-31 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Righteousness of God II. Rebellion of Kings III. Reign of God IV. Repentance or Ruin Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/egC_kWVirE4 Scripture Reading: Psalm 1-2 King James Version (KJV) 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not […] The post Kiss God’s Righteous King appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
God, Our Safe & Secure Shelter in the Storm Scripture: Psalm 91 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Fortress 1-2 II. The Fight of Faith 3-13 A. Deliverance B. Victory III. The Fighter’s Fortune 14-16 Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/_igFgPjeraY Scripture Reading: Psalm 91 King James Version (KJV) 1 He […] The post God, Our Safe & Secure Shelter in the Storm appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Number Your Days Scripture: Psalm 90 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. Dust & Damnation II. Repentance & Rejoicing III. Wisdom & Work Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Lk10R4Mu7C0 Scripture Reading: Psalm 90 King James Version (KJV) 1 Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. 2 Before the mountains […] The post Number Your Days appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Covenant Crash and Christmas Comfort Scripture: Psalm 89, Matthew 1:17-25 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. The Davidic Covenant Contracted II. The Davidic Covenant Contradicted III. The Davidic Covenant Confirmed in Christ Conclusion Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/Wfg6O9i1kDA Scripture Reading: Psalm 89 King James Version (KJV) 1 I will sing of the […] The post Covenant Crash and Christmas Comfort appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
God’s Love and Faithfulness in the Davidic Covenant Scripture: Psalm 89 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction I. God Enthroned in the Heavens (Kingdom Promised) 5-8 II. God’s Rule in the Pictorial Kingdom 9-18 III. David’s Kingdom 19-29 IV. The Unassailable Davidic Covenant 3-37 V. David’s Kingdom & Covenant Appears in […] The post God’s Love and Faithfulness in the Davidic Covenant appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Sermon Outline – Introduction, I. Worship of God, II. Way of God, III. Wait on God, Conclusion The post Thy Face, O Lord, I Shall Seek (Psalm 27) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Sermon Outline – Introduction, I. Our Dwelling 1-2, II. Our Dustiness 3-6, III. Our Damnation 7-10, IV. Our Delusion 11, V. Our Dawn of a New Day 12-17, Conclusion The post Teach Us to Number Our Days (Psalm 90) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Trouble, Triumph, Temple, and Thanksgiving The post Fabric of Life, Dyed in Christ (Psalm 118) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Sacred Singing, Solemn Sumission, and Spiritually Saturated The post Worship & Warning (Psalm 95) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Recognizing God as a God of Justice and a God of Mercy. Why does David base his judgement on his righteousness? The post God's Righteous Anger appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
In the midst of sickness we might doubt the Lord's presence. Also, there are times when it might feel like we have done something stupid, silly, or even sinful so how do we pray? In other words if we deserve the consequence of our actions can we still come before the Lord? If you are […] The post The God of Healing (Psalm 6) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
When we think about the Lord being a God of righteousness that is something that can be frightful. I mean, we know our struggles and we know the sins that we have committed. In fact, if we are honest we enjoyed those sins which is why we did them. So, how can we celebrate that […] The post Show Your Righteousness (Psalm 5) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
There is no doubt that as Christians we still struggle with sin. Probably one of the most shameful things is that we do not have confidence in the covenant of grace. How sure can we be based on the promises of God that He actually cares? How sure can we be that the Lord actually […] The post Does the Lord Listen? (Psalm 4) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
It is nice to hear that the Lord reigns, but how do we know that the Lord can really triumph over all the powers of this age? I mean you can declare anything you want about yourself, but the challenge is showing that radical claims are actually true. So, how do we know that God […] The post The King Dethroned? (Psalm 3) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
It is interesting that when you survey history that many times nations think that if they make a treaty they will establish peace. I am not saying that treaties are bad, but will there ever be peace in this age? How do those treaties show that in reality, they are not establishing peace at all? […] The post The Triumph of the King (Psalm 2) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
It is interesting that Christians can look at the scripture and some can say that a pious life is one of poverty. There are others who can look at the same revelation that God has given us and say that riches are a sign of God's favor. Now, if we look at Psalm 1 it […] The post The Righteous Prosper (Psalm 1) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.