A podcast of sermons for the Redeemer Canadian Reformed Church (at Winnipeg).
Redeemer Canadian Reformed Church (at Winnipeg)
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
The Lord's Supper is a participation in the body and blood of Christ.We'll consider how:- This participation is by Faith.- This participation is for the faithful.Time:MorningMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 301 Corinthians 10:14–221 Corinthians 11:17–34Series:The Heidelberg Catechism
Christ commands us to celebrate the Lord's Supper so that we may be united with him and with each other.We'll consider:- The command of Christ.- Our unity with Christ.- Our unity with one another.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 28John 6:25–40Series:The Heidelberg Catechism
"Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion."We'll consider how:- The unbelief of Israel leads to rebellion.- The intercession of Moses leads to pardon.- The faithfulness of the LORD leads to judgment.Time:MorningMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Numbers 14Numbers 13:25–33Hebrews 3:7—4:2Series:Numbers
In baptism, Christ promises to wash away our sins.- How can we be sure of this promise?- How do we know who receives this promise?- How do we respond to this promise?Time:AfternoonMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 27Genesis 17:1–14Titus 3:1–11
The LORD defends his servant Moses against an ungodly attack.We'll consider:- The attack on Moses.- The defense of Moses.- The intercession by Moses.Time:MorningMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Numbers 12Series:Numbers
Our baptism signifies and seals our washing in Jesus Christ.We'll consider:- The washing away of our sins through Christ's blood.- The renewal of our lives by Christ's Spirit.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 26Matthew 8:1–4Leviticus 14:1–20Titus 3:1–8Series:The Heidelberg Catechism
To encourage us in our faith, Peter speaks about the coming day of the Lord.We'll consider:- When the day of the Lord will come.- What kind of people we ought to be.- What we may look forward to.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:2 Peter 3:8–13Matthew 24:36–442 Peter 3Series:2 Peter
The Holy Spirit uses preaching and hearing to do his mighty life-changing work in us.We'll consider:- The means God uses to work faith.- The message God's people are to hear.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 25Acts 13:1–5Acts 13:26–522 Timothy 1:8–14Series:The Heidelberg Catechism
The complaining of God's people on the way to the Promised land exposes the need for the Spirit. We'll consider:- The need for the Spirit.- The hope for the Spirit.Time:MorningMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Numbers 11:29Numbers 11Series:Numbers
Our good works are not part of our righteousness before God.Our good works are:- Absolutely insufficient.- Graciously rewarded.- Necessary fruit.Time:AfternoonMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 24Romans 3:9–31Ephesians 2:1–10Series:The Heidelberg Catechism
The LORD goes before his holy army to bring them to their resting place.We'll consider:- The army's journey.- The army's confidence.Time:MorningMinister:Br. Josh SchoutenTexts:Numbers 10:33–36Numbers 10Series:Numbers
It is by faith in Jesus Christ that we are made right with God and share in all his blessings.We'll consider:- Our struggle to be right with God.- God's grace in making us right with him.- The means by which we may share his blessings.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 23Zechariah 3:1–5Romans 3:19–30Series:The Heidelberg Catechism
Peter warns against false teachers who seek to lead God's people astray.We'll consider:- The message of the false teachers.- God's condemnation of all who follow them.- God's rescue of the godly.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Joe PoppeTexts:2 Peter 2:1–10Jeremiah 23:9–22Matthew 24:1–14Series:2 Peter