Redeemer Canadian Reformed Church (at Winnipeg)

Heaven is opened and closed to us by the keys of the kingdom of heaven.We'll consider:- Christ's call to truly hear the preaching of the gospel.- Christ's call to faithfully exercise church discipline.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 31Luke 8:4–21Matthew 18:10–18Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

As Christians we should expect to suffer in this life.Peter tells us:- Don't be surprised at the fiery trial that comes upon you.- Rejoice when you are allowed to suffer for Christ's sake.- Entrust your souls to your faithful Creator.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 4:12–19Malachi 3:1–5Series:1 Peter

God calls us to come and partake in the supper of our Lord.We'll consider:- The urgent call to come and partake.- The expectation that we will be properly dressed.- The joy of sharing in a foretaste of the supper of the Lamb.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 30Matthew 22:1–14Revelation 19:6–9Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Because the end is near, we are to live our lives to God's glory.Living to the glory of God involves:- Loving one another deeply.- Serving one another faithfully.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 4:7–111 Peter 4:1–11Series:1 Peter

By baptism the Lord signifies his promise to wash us.Baptism signifies:- The washing away of our sins.- The renewal of our lives.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 26Exodus 141 Corinthians 10:1–13Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

God has put eternity in our hearts so that we might seek out his promises about the future.We'll see how the light of eternity shines on:- The hour of our death.- The darkness of the grave.- The misery of our lives.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 22Ecclesiastes 3:1–151 Corinthians 15:35–49Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Live not for your human passions, but for the will of God.To live this way we need:- To arm ourselves with Christ's way of thinking.- To expect pressure and ridicule from the world.- To live with the end in view.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 4:1–61 Peter 4:1–11Series:1 Peter

As God's people we believe one holy catholic Christian church.We'll consider:- What the church is.- What our role is.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 21Matthew 16:13–201 Timothy 3:14–16Romans 12:9–21Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

By going into heaven and sitting down at the right hand of God, Christ assures us that we may share in the benefits of his glorious triumph.We'll consider:- How Christ walked the pathway from suffering to glory.- How Christ proclaimed victory over demonic spirits.- How our baptism assures us that we may share in Christ's triumph.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 3:18–221 Peter 3:13–22Genesis 6:1–82 Peter 2:4–10

Jesus Christ is seated on the throne at God's right hand, ruling as victorious King.We'll consider:- King Jesus' authority.- King Jesus' blessings.- King Jesus' return.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 19Acts 2:22–41Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Christ's ascension into heaven has glorious results for us children of God.It means:- That Satan can no longer accuse us before God's throne.- That Christ now intercedes for us before the Father.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Romans 8:33–34Job 1:1–12Romans 8:28–39Revelation 12Series:Romans

The Chief Shepherd of the flock cares for us by means of office-bearers.We'll see that:- Office-bearers are to be instruments of the Shepherd.- We are called to humbly submit to the Shepherd.- Our Shepherd does care for us.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 5:1–7John 10:1–161 Peter 4:12–19Series:1 Peter

Commit your whole life to God's service.You are:- To offer your bodies as living sacrifices to God.- Not to conform to the ways of the world.- But to be transformed by the renewing of your minds.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Romans 12:1–2Romans 6:1–14Romans 12:1–8Series:Romans

Jesus' resurrection produces a dramatic change in the heart and life of his disciple Thomas.We'll consider:- Thomas' doubt.- Thomas' confession.- Christ's call.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:John 20:24–31John 20:19–31Series:John

Christ's resurrection transforms the lives of all who believe in him.We'll see:- How Mary was blinded by sorrow at Christ's death.- How Mary was transformed by Christ's resurrection.- How Mary served as a witness so that we might believe.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:John 20:11–18John 16:16–24John 20:1–18Series:John

Christ showed forth his sacrificial love in the words he spoke to his mother Mary from the cross.In these words, we see Jesus' devotion:- To his heavenly Father.- To his earthly mother.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:John 19:25–27Luke 2:25–35John 19:16–30Series:John

Christ came into this world not just to share our humanity, but also to transform it.We'll consider:- How Christ came to be one of us.- How Christ came to transform us.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 14Hebrews 2:10–18Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

As the climax of his ministry draws near, Jesus proclaims, "The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified."We'll consider:- What it means that Jesus' hour has come.- How it was that Jesus was glorified.- The call for us to be sons of light.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:John 12:20–36John 7:25–31John 12:12–19Series:John

As Christians we have been anointed by the Holy Spirit so we can serve as Christ's image-bearers.We're called to serve as:- Prophets.- Priests.- Kings.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 12Luke 3:21–22Luke 4:16–21Acts 10:34–38Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Peter teaches us about how to respond when faced with suffering for Christ's sake.He teaches us:- Not to fear those who oppress us.- To be prepared to speak of the hope that lives in us.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 3:13–17Acts 4:1–31Series:1 Peter

In the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, the Lord Jesus teaches us to find our life in him, the only Saviour.We'll see:- The faith of Lazarus.- The unbelief of the rich man.- The call for us to seek our life in Jesus.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 11Matthew 1:18–25Luke 16:13–14Luke 16:19–31Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

With the church of all ages let us confess, "I believe in God the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth."We'll see:- God's almighty power.- God's unfailing love.- God's constant faithfulness.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 9Matthew 6:19–34Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Peter encourages us to live for Christ even in difficult circumstances.We'll consider:- A call to develop a Christ-like character.- A call to live a Christ-like life.- A promise of obtaining the Lord's blessing.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 3:8–12Psalm 34Series:1 Peter

It is true faith that binds us to Christ and allows us to share in all his benefits.We'll see:- The necessity of true faith.- The character of true faith.- The contents of true faith.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 7Numbers 13:25—14:38Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

God calls us to live out our marriages in a way that brings glory to him.We'll consider the calling:- For wives to be subject to their own husbands.- For husbands to live with their wives in an understanding way.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 3:1–71 Peter 2:11–12Series:1 Peter

Our deliverance depends on payment being made for our sins.We'll see:- We cannot pay.- God provides a way.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 5Isaiah 59Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Be subject for the Lord's sake to the governing authorities.We'll consider:- The call to submit to earthly authorities.- The call to endure suffering patiently.- The call to follow in Christ's footsteps.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 2:13–251 Peter 2:11–25Series:1 Peter

Our comfort is that we belong to our faithful Saviour Jesus Christ, and that his grace is sufficient for us.We'll consider:- Our despair.- Our deliverance.- Our delight.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 12 Corinthians 1:1–112 Corinthians 12:1–10Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

If God has begun his work of grace in you, he will bring you safely home.We'll consider:- God's work of grace in us.- Our confidence that he will bring us home.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Psalm 138:81 Corinthians 1:8Series:Ruth

The angels announce the birth of a Saviour who is Christ the Lord.We'll see that this announcement:- Causes fear.- Brings joy.- Inspires worship.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Luke 2:8–12Luke 2:1–20Series:Luke

In the fifth petition Christ teaches us to pray for God's grace:- To forgive us our debts.- To help us forgive our debtors.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 51Matthew 6:5–15Matthew 18:21–35Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Through Boaz the LORD provides redemption, restoration, and a royal son for Ruth and Naomi.The LORD provides:- Redemption for Ruth.- Restoration for Naomi.- A royal son for his people.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Ruth 4Matthew 1:1–6Matthew 1:17Series:Ruth

Christ teaches us to ask our heavenly Father for our daily bread.This prayer teaches us:- To acknowledge God as the provider of life.- To depend on God for our bodily needs.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 501 Kings 17:1–16Luke 12:22–34Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Ruth seeks rest under the wings of her redeemer.We'll consider:- Ruth's courageous loyalty.- Boaz's gracious generosity.- God's wonderful redemption.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Ruth 3Leviticus 25:23–28Deuteronomy 25:5–10Series:Ruth

In Boaz the LORD reveals himself as a faithful covenant God, in whose shelter Ruth may take refuge. We see God's faithfulness:- In providing for all Ruth's needs.- In giving Ruth a place in the midst of his people.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Ruth 2Series:Ruth

In the second petition we pray for Christ to exercise his glorious kingship.We'll consider:- Christ's pre-eminent position as triumphant King.- Our privileged position of sharing his kingship.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 48Colossians 1Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

The LORD demonstrates his covenant faithfulness in bringing back Elimelech's family from Moab. We'll see: - Elimelech's covenant disobedience in leaving.- The LORD's covenant discipline in Naomi's emptying.- The LORD's covenant faithfulness in Ruth's return.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Ruth 1Series:Ruth

Christ taught us that when we pray, we are to address God as "our Father in heaven."We'll consider:- Our Father's surpassingly great love for us.- Our Father's immeasurably great power.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 46Luke 15:11–32Ephesians 3:14–21Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

The LORD teaches us to commit our hearts to him. God's Word teaches us:- To deny the sinful desires of the flesh.- To seek the fulfilment of our desires in Christ.- To pray for the grace of the Spirit.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 441 John 2:15—3:3Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

The Lord encourages us to live as exiles and sojourners in this world. In our daily walk of life, we are:- To abstain from sinful desires of the flesh.- To maintain good conduct among those around.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 2:11–121 Peter 2:11–17Series:1 Peter

Out of thankfulness for the riches received in Christ, we are to give to those in need.We'll consider how:- God provides for all our needs.- We are to provide for those in need.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 42Deuteronomy 15:7–112 Corinthians 8:1–15Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

As church of Jesus Christ, we are being built up as the house of God.We are being built up:- On the cornerstone.- As a spiritual house.- For holy service.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 2:4–10Daniel 2:31–45Matthew 21:33–46Series:1 Peter

God has not called us to impurity, but to live holy lives.We'll consider:- The temptation to sin.- The call to lead holy lives.- God's blessings on those who live for him.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 411 Samuel 2:12–26Philippians 1:6–111 Thessalonians 4:1–8Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Love one another earnestly from the heart.We'll see:- Why such love is possible.- What this love looks like.- How this love grows.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 1:22—2:31 John 4:7–12Series:1 John

Honour your father and your mother that your days may be long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.We'll focus on:- The role God has given our parents.- The responsibility God has given us.- The reward God has promised us.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 39Deuteronomy 6:1–9Mark 10:13–16Ephesians 6:1–4Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

As born again Christians who are exiles in this world, Peter instructs us on how we are to live before God.Peter calls us:- To live in hope.- To live in holiness.- To live in holy fear.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 1:13–211 Peter 1:1–21Series:1 Peter

The LORD commands us to enjoy the rest he gives.The LORD blesses us with:- Rest.- Refreshment.- Rejuvenation.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 38Matthew 11:28–30Hebrews 3:12—4:13Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

The LORD commands us to use his holy name with reverance and awe.We'll consider:- What the LORD's name represents.- How we are to use his name.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 36Exodus 9:13–25Philippians 2:5–11Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Let us join Peter in a song of praise to God for the new birth he has given us in Jesus Christ.We'll consider:- Our place in this world.- Our hope in this life.- Our joy in God's salvation.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Peter 1:1–9Series:1 Peter

Jesus Christ has opened the kingdom of heaven for us.- Through the gospel he calls us to come in.- Through discipline he trains us to live for him.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 31Matthew 22:1–14Hebrews 12:1–11Series:The Heidelberg Catechism

Fight the good fight of the faith, and so lay hold on eternal life.We'll see:- The call to holy living.- The incentive for holy living.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:1 Timothy 6:11–161 Timothy 6Daniel 1Series:1 Timothy