Redeemer Presbyterian Church's sermons
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“Gospel Hope” Colossians 1:21-23 March 22, 2026 Pastor Nathan Currey Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Colossians 1:21 And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, 22 he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him, 23 if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of the gospel that you heard, which has been proclaimed in all creation under heaven, and of which I, Paul, became a minister. The gospel rocks our world, then steadies our hearts. • Realize it's worse than you thought but better than you can imagine • We must rightly understand reconciliation • Only when we lean on Christ, will we grow steady
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“A Ram, a Goat, and a Little Horn” Daniel 8 March 15, 2026 Pastor John Choi Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Daniel 8:5-14 As I was considering, behold, a male goat came from the west across the face of the whole earth, without touching the ground. And the goat had a conspicuous horn between his eyes. [6] He came to the ram with the two horns, which I had seen standing on the bank of the canal, and he ran at him in his powerful wrath. [7] I saw him come close to the ram, and he was enraged against him and struck the ram and broke his two horns. And the ram had no power to stand before him, but he cast him down to the ground and trampled on him. And there was no one who could rescue the ram from his power. [8] Then the goat became exceedingly great, but when he was strong, the great horn was broken, and instead of it there came up four conspicuous horns toward the four winds of heaven. [9] Out of one of them came a little horn, which grew exceedingly great toward the south, toward the east, and toward the glorious land. [10] It grew great, even to the host of heaven. And some of the host and so of the stars it threw down to the ground and trampled on them. [11] It became great, even as great as the Prince of the host. And the regular burnt offering was taken away from him, and the place of his sanctuary was overthrown. [12] And a host will be given over to it together with the regular burnt offering because of transgression, and it will throw truth to the ground, and it will act and prosper. [13] Then I heard a holy one speaking, and another holy one said to the one who spoke, “For how long is the vision concerning the regular burnt offering, the transgression that makes desolate, and the giving over of the sanctuary and host to be trampled underfoot?” [14] And he said to me, “For 2,300 evenings and mornings. Then the sanctuary shall be restored to its rightful state.” Though evil and rebellion rage on, God's sovereign hand turns every plan of man and Satan toward His eternal purpose of redemption and restoration in Christ. 1. Expanding Vision, Same Story 2. Earthly Rage, Heavenly Rebellion 3. Evil Planned, Good Purposed
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Christ the Conquering King March 8, 2026 Matthew 12:22-32 Pastor Tony Felich----more---- Matthew 12:22 Then a demon-oppressed man who was blind and mute was brought to him, and he healed him, so that the man spoke and saw. [23] And all the people were amazed, and said, “Can this be the Son of David?” [24] But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, “It is only by Beelzebul, the prince of demons, that this man casts out demons.” [25] Knowing their thoughts, he said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself is laid waste, and no city or house divided against itself will stand. [26] And if Satan casts out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then will his kingdom stand? [27] And if I cast out demons by Beelzebul, by whom do your sons cast them out? Therefore they will be your judges. [28] But if it is by the Spirit of God that I cast out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you. [29] Or how can someone enter a strong man's house and plunder his goods, unless he first binds the strong man? Then indeed he may plunder his house. [30] Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. [31] Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven people, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. [32] And whoever speaks a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven, but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come. Christ's works reveal the arrival of God's kingdom and expose the danger of hardened rejection of Him. The Power of the Kingdom Revealed (22-23) The Rejection of the King Exposed (24-30) The Warning against the Kingdom Resisted (31-32)
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“A Savior for the Fragile and Faint” March 1, 2026 Matthew 12:14-21 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 12:14 But the Pharisees went out and conspired against him, how to destroy him. [15] Jesus, aware of this, withdrew from there. And many followed him, and he healed them all [16] and ordered them not to make him known. [17] This was to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah: [18] “Behold, my servant whom I have chosen, my beloved with whom my soul is well pleased. I will put my Spirit upon him, and he will proclaim justice to the Gentiles. [19] He will not quarrel or cry aloud, nor will anyone hear his voice in the streets; [20] a bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not quench, until he brings justice to victory; [21] and in his name the Gentiles will hope.” While religion crushes the fragile and faint, Jesus restores them with mercy. • The quiet strength of Jesus. (15-19) • The tender care of our Savior (20) • Christ's mission of hope and justice (20-21)
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"Beasts, Saints, and the Son of Man" Daniel 7 February 22, 2026 Pastor John Choi Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Daniel 7:11 “I looked then because of the sound of the great words that the horn was speaking. And as I looked, the beast was killed, and its body destroyed and given over to be burned with fire. [12] As for the rest of the beasts, their dominion was taken away, but their lives were prolonged for a season and a time. [13] “I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man, and he came to the Ancient of Days and was presented before him. [14] And to him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him; his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom one that shall not be destroyed. [15] “As for me, Daniel, my spirit within me was anxious, and the visions of my head alarmed me. [16] I approached one of those who stood there and asked him the truth concerning all this. So he told me and made known to me the interpretation of the things. [17] ‘These four great beasts are four kings who shall arise out of the earth. [18] But the saints of the Most High shall receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom forever, forever and ever.' Take heart, saints of the Most High! For God has given to you the eternal kingdom of Jesus, the Son of Man. 1. The Passing Kingdoms of the Beasts 2. The Permanent Kingdom of the Son of Man 3. The Promised Kingdom of the Saints
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“The Lord of the Sabbath” Matthew 12:1-14 February 15, 2026 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 12:1 At that time Jesus went through the grainfields on the Sabbath. His disciples were hungry, and they began to pluck heads of grain and to eat. [2] But when the Pharisees saw it, they said to him, “Look, your disciples are doing what is not lawful to do on the Sabbath.” [3] He said to them, “Have you not read what David did when he was hungry, and those who were with him: [4] how he entered the house of God and ate the bread of the Presence, which it was not lawful for him to eat nor for those who were with him, but only for the priests? [5] Or have you not read in the Law how on the Sabbath the priests in the temple profane the Sabbath and are guiltless? [6] I tell you, something greater than the temple is here. [7] And if you had known what this means, ‘I desire mercy, and not sacrifice,' you would not have condemned the guiltless. [8] For the Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath.” [9] He went on from there and entered their synagogue. [10] And a man was there with a withered hand. And they asked him, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath?”- so that they might accuse him. [11] He said to them, “Which one of you who has a sheep, if it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, will not take hold of it and lift it out? [12] Of how much more value is a man than a sheep! So it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath.” [13] Then he said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” And the man stretched it out, and it was restored, healthy like the other. [14] But the Pharisees went out and conspired against him, how to destroy him. The Sabbath was never about restriction but restoration (In Christ). • The purpose of the Sabbath is physical/spiritual rest (1-8) • How legalism wrecks the Sabbath (9-14) • Our Sabbath is found in Christ (8)
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“Rest For Your Soul” Matthew 11:25-30 February 8, 2026 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 11:25 At that time Jesus declared, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; [26] yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. [27] All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. [28] Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. [29] Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. [30] For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Your soul can finally rest in Christ, because He reconciles you to God and lifts the weight of guilt and judgment. • Truth is revealed by the Father (25-26) • Truth is embodied by the Son (27) • True rest is offered (28-30)
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“Do Not Miss the Christ” Matthew 11:7-24 February 1, 2026 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 11: 7 As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? [8] What then did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who wear soft clothing are in kings' houses. [9] What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. [10] This is he of whom it is written, "'Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way before you.' [11] Truly, I say to you, among those born of women there has arisen no one greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. [12] From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and the violent take it by force. [13] For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John, [14] and if you are willing to accept it, he is Elijah who is to come. [15] He who has ears to hear, let him hear. [16] “But to what shall I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to their playmates, [17] “‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not mourn.' [18] For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon.' [19] The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at him! A glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!' Yet wisdom is justified by her deeds.” [20] Then he began to denounce the cities where most of his mighty works had been done, because they did not repent. [21] “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the mighty works done in you had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. [22] But I tell you, it will be more bearable on the day of judgment for Tyre and Sidon than for you. [23] And you, Capernaum, will you be exalted to heaven? You will be brought down to Hades. For if the mighty works done in you had been done in Sodom, it would have remained until this day. [24] But I tell you that it will be more tolerable on the day of judgment for the land of Sodom than for you.” It's possible to be near Christ, hear truth, see evidence, and still miss Him. • Jesus defends his faithful servant (7-10) • Jesus exposes the unbelief of skeptics (11-19) • Jesus warns the unrepentant (20-24)
"Regulated Worship" Exodus 19:16-25 January 25, 2026 Pastor Tony Felich ----more---- Exodus 19:16 On the morning of the third day there were thunders and lightnings and a thick cloud on the mountain and a very loud trumpet blast, so that all the people in the camp trembled. [17] Then Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet God, and they took their stand at the foot of the mountain. [18] Now Mount Sinai was wrapped in smoke because the LORD had descended on it in fire. The smoke of it went up like the smoke of a kiln, and the whole mountain trembled greatly. [19] And as the sound of the trumpet grew louder and louder, Moses spoke, and God answered him in thunder. [20] The LORD came down on Mount Sinai, to the top of the mountain. And the LORD called Moses to the top of the mountain, and Moses went up. [21] And the LORD said to Moses, “Go down and warn the people, lest they break through to the LORD to look and many of them perish. [22] Also let the priests who come near to the LORD consecrate themselves, lest the LORD break out against them.” [23] And Moses said to the LORD, “The people cannot come up to Mount Sinai, for you yourself warned us, saying, ‘Set limits around the mountain and consecrate it.'” [24] And the LORD said to him, “Go down, and come up bringing Aaron with you. But do not let the priests and the people break through to come up to the LORD, lest he break out against them.” [25] So Moses went down to the people and told them. Sinai shows that nearness to God is a gift, but access to God is governed by His Word. • God's presence produces holy fear (vv. 16–19) • God's holiness requires a mediator (vv. 20–22, 24–25) • God's word sets boundaries for worship (vv. 21–22, 24) Westminster Confession of Faith 21-1. …But the acceptable way of worshipping the true God is instituted by himself, and so limited to his own revealed will, that he may not be worshipped according to the imaginations and devices of men, or the suggestions of Satan, under any visible representations or any other way not prescribed in the Holy Scripture.
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“Christ Preeminent” Colossians 1:15-20 January 25, 2026 Pastor Nathan Currey Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Colossians 1:15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. [16] For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. [17] And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. [18] And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. [19] For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, [20] and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross. Christ is in all things Preeminent. • The Creator and Sustainer of all things- by His Pre-existent Divinity • The Head and Ruler of His Church- through His Resurrection • The Reconciler and Peacemaker- through the Blood of the Cross
“God Is Still Holy” Exodus 19:1–15 January 18, 2026 Rev. Tony Felich ----more---- Exodus 19:1 On the third new moon after the people of Israel had gone out of the land of Egypt, on that day they came into the wilderness of Sinai. [2] They set out from Rephidim and came into the wilderness of Sinai, and they encamped in the wilderness. There Israel encamped before the mountain, [3] while Moses went up to God. The LORD called to him out of the mountain, saying, “Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the people of Israel: [4] ‘You yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles' wings and brought you to myself. [5] Now therefore, if you will indeed obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession among all peoples, for all the earth is mine; [6] and you shall be to me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.' These are the words that you shall speak to the people of Israel.” [7] So Moses came and called the elders of the people and set before them all these words that the LORD had commanded him. [8] All the people answered together and said, “All that the LORD has spoken we will do.” And Moses reported the words of the people to the LORD. [9] And the LORD said to Moses, “Behold, I am coming to you in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with you, and may also believe you forever.” When Moses told the words of the people to the LORD, [10] the LORD said to Moses, “Go to the people and consecrate them today and tomorrow, and let them wash their garments [11] and be ready for the third day. For on the third day the LORD will come down on Mount Sinai in the sight of all the people. [12] And you shall set limits for the people all around, saying, ‘Take care not to go up into the mountain or touch the edge of it. Whoever touches the mountain shall be put to death. [13] No hand shall touch him, but he shall be stoned or shot; whether beast or man, he shall not live.' When the trumpet sounds a long blast, they shall come up to the mountain.” [14] So Moses went down from the mountain to the people and consecrated the people; and they washed their garments. [15] And he said to the people, “Be ready for the third day; do not go near a woman.” Familiarity with God's grace must never erode our awe of His holiness. I. The Grace of God draws us near (1-6) II. The Holiness of God calls us to reverent awe (7-15) Psalm 76:4-7 Isaiah 6:1-7 Habakkuk 2:20, 3:16 Ezekiel 1:28- Ezekiel 2:7 Hebrews 12 “Familiarity without reverence leads to contempt; reverence without familiarity leads to terror. Scripture gives us both.” (J.I. Packer, Knowing God)
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“Becoming Oaks of Righteousness” Isaiah 61:1-3 January 18, 2026 Missionary Phil Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound; [2] to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn; [3] to grant to those who mourn in Zion— to give them a beautiful headdress instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a faint spirit; that they may be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he may be glorified. True transformation into "oaks of righteousness" comes not through performance or outward piety but through cultivating a deep, habitual delight in God's presence—a delight that ultimately causes the watching nations to recognize the Lord's blessing. I. The Human Condition: Struggling to Delight in God II. The Prophetic Context: Israel's Rebellion and God's Pursuit III. The Anointed One's Mission (vv. 1–2) IV. The Divine Exchange (v. 3a) V. The Oak Tree Metaphor: Characteristics of Oaks of Righteousness (v. 3b) VI. Who Calls Them Oaks of Righteousness? (vv. 9, 11) When God's people cultivate habits of genuine delight in His presence, they become oaks of righteousness—not by striving for recognition, but by being so rooted in Christ that the nations take notice and desire the God who has blessed them.
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“When God Feels Absent” Matthew 11:1-11a January 11, 2026 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 11:1 When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in their cities. [2] Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples [3] and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?” [4] And Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: [5] the blind receive their sight and the lame walk, lepers are cleansed and the deaf hear, and the dead are raised up, and the poor have good news preached to them. [6] And blessed is the one who is not offended by me.”[7] As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? [8] What then did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who wear soft clothing are in kings' houses. [9] What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. [10] This is he of whom it is written, “‘Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way before you.' [11] Truly, I say to you, among those born of women there has arisen no one greater than John the Baptist. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. [12] From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and the violent take it by force. [13] For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John, [14] and if you are willing to accept it, he is Elijah who is to come. [15] He who has ears to hear, let him hear. [16] “But to what shall I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to their playmates,[17] “‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not mourn.' [18] For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon.' [19] The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at him! A glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!' Yet wisdom is justified by her deeds.” When we face seasons of doubt-our own or others'-we cling to what God has clearly revealed and faithfully done. • John's “dark night of the soul” (1-3) • Jesus' response (4-6) • How to view such an episode (7-11a)
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“A Costly Allegiance” Matthew 10:34-42 January 4, 2026 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 10:34 “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. [35] For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. [36] And a person's enemies will be those of his own household. [37] Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. [38] And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. [39] Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. [40] “Whoever receives you receives me, and whoever receives me receives him who sent me. [41] The one who receives a prophet because he is a prophet will receive a prophet's reward, and the one who receives a righteous person because he is a righteous person will receive a righteous person's reward. [42] And whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.” Jesus calls us to ultimate allegiance to Him—even when it comes at the cost of human relationships—while assuring us that God sees and rewards every act of faithful loyalty. I. Expect the gospel to create tension, not comfort (vv. 34–36) II. Examine competing loyalties in your heart (vv. 37–39) III. Trust that God notices costly faithfulness (vv. 40–42)
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“Gratitude Guaranteed” Colossians 1:12-14 December 28, 2025 Pastor Nathan Currey ----more---- Colossians 1:12 giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. [13] He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, [14] in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. Because God is author and finisher of our salvation, thanksgiving is inevitable, not optional. 1. Qualified 2. Delivered 3. Transferred 4. Redeemed 5. Forgiven
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Christ Our Hope: The Word Returning December 21, 2025 1 Peter 1:3-5 Pastor Tony Felich----more---- 1 Peter 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, [4] to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, [5] who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. Our hope is revealed, secured, and preserved by Christ—and ultimately fulfilled in the resurrection and eternal joy in God. I. Our hope is revealed by Christ our Prophet II. Our hope is secured by Christ our Priest III. Our hope is preserved by Christ our King IV. Our hope finds its fulfillment in the resurrection and in eternal joy in God. Q. 37. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at death? A. The souls of believers are at their death made perfect in holiness, and do immediately pass into glory; and their bodies, being still united in Christ, do rest in their graves, till the resurrection. Q. 38. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at the resurrection? A. At the resurrection, believers, being raised up in glory, shall be openly acknowledged and acquitted in the day of judgment and made perfectly blessed in the full enjoying of God to all eternity. Sermon Application sheet [LINK]
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Christ Our King: The Word Enthroned 12.14.25 Pastor Tony Felich 2 Samuel 7:12 When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your offspring after you, who shall come from your body, and I will establish his kingdom. [13] He shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.[16] And your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever before me. Your throne shall be established forever.'” Psalm 2:6 “As for me, I have set my King on Zion, my holy hill.” [7] I will tell of the decree: The LORD said to me, “You are my Son; today I have begotten you. [8] Ask of me, and I will make the nations your heritage, and the ends of the earth your possession. Micah 5:2 But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days. Matthew 2:1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, [2] saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” Philippians 2:9 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, [10] so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, [11] and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Revelation 19:11 Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! The one sitting on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and makes war. [12] His eyes are like a flame of fire, and on his head are many diadems, and he has a name written that no one knows but himself. [13] He is clothed in a robe dipped in blood, and the name by which he is called is The Word of God. [14] And the armies of heaven, arrayed in fine linen, white and pure, were following him on white horses. [15] From his mouth comes a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and he will rule them with a rod of iron. He will tread the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. [16] On his robe and on his thigh he has a name written, King of kings and Lord of lords. WLC 45 Q. How doth Christ execute the office of a king? A. Christ executeth the office of a king, in calling out of the world a people to himself, and giving them officers, laws, and censures, by which he visibly governs them; in bestowing saving grace upon his elect, rewarding their obedience, and correcting them for their sins, preserving and supporting them under all their temptations and sufferings, restraining and overcoming all their enemies, and powerfully ordering all things for his own glory and their good; and also in taking vengeance on the rest, who know not God and obey not the gospel.”
“He Has Risen” Mark 16:1-8 December 7, 2025 Nathan Currey ----more---- Mark 16:1 When the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. [2] And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. [3] And they were saying to one another, “Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance of the tomb?” [4] And looking up, they saw that the stone had been rolled back—it was very large. [5] And entering the tomb, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, dressed in a white robe, and they were alarmed. [6] And he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen; he is not here. See the place where they laid him. [7] But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is going before you to Galilee. There you will see him, just as he told you.” [8] And they went out and fled from the tomb, for trembling and astonishment had seized them, and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid. The women set out to show their love through a burial errand, fully aware of the impossible obstacle of the stone. Yet they arrived to find the obstacle divinely removed—and instead of a task completed, they were given a new commission from an angel. I. Their Mission: II. Obstacles and Divine Intervention III. Alarmed at the Angel IV. The New Commission
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Sermon Outline Christ Our Priest: The Word Incarnate December 7, 2025 Hebrews 4:14-16 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Hebrews 4:14 Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. [15] For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. [16] Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Since Christ is our merciful and mighty High Priest, we can persevere by coming confidently to His throne of grace. I. The role of priests II. How Jesus compares III. Two exhortations in light of Jesus our Great High Priest: a. Hold fast to our confession (in Christ) b. Draw near to the throne of grace
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“Christ Our Prophet: The Word Promised” November 30, 2025 Selected Passages Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Isaiah 9:2 The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone. [3] You have multiplied the nation; you have increased its joy; they rejoice before you as with joy at the harvest, as they are glad when they divide the spoil. [4] For the yoke of his burden, and the staff for his shoulder, the rod of his oppressor, you have broken as on the day of Midian. [5] For every boot of the tramping warrior in battle tumult and every garment rolled in blood will be burned as fuel for the fire. [6] For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. [7] Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this. Deuteronomy 18:15 “The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothers—it is to him you shall listen— Hebrews 1:1 Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, [2] but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. Jesus Christ is the Prophet who tells us the truth we need. • Listen to Christ, the promised Prophet • Submit to Christ who reveals the will of God for our salvation • Sit under Christ as He continues to speak to His people • Treasure and proclaim the Word of Christ
"Israel to Christ to the Church" Exodus 19:1-6 and 1 Peter 2:4-9 November 23, 2025 Pastor Tony Felich ----more---- Exodus 19:1 On the third new moon after the people of Israel had gone out of the land of Egypt, on that day they came into the wilderness of Sinai. [2] They set out from Rephidim and came into the wilderness of Sinai, and they encamped in the wilderness. There Israel encamped before the mountain, [3] while Moses went up to God. The LORD called to him out of the mountain, saying, “Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the people of Israel: [4] ‘You yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles' wings and brought you to myself. [5] Now therefore, if you will indeed obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession among all peoples, for all the earth is mine; [6] and you shall be to me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.' These are the words that you shall speak to the people of Israel.” 1 Peter 2:4 As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, [5] you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. [6] For it stands in Scripture: “Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious, and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.” [7] So the honor is for you who believe, but for those who do not believe, “The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone,” [8] and “A stone of stumbling, and a rock of offense.” They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do. [9] But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Exodus 19 casts a grand vision of a priestly, holy people belonging to God. 1 Peter 2 shows that this vision has been fulfilled in Christ and now conferred on the Church—God's redeemed people from every tribe and tongue. I. Israel as Shadow, Christ as Substance II. The Church as God's Covenant People III. Differences with dispensationalism (see below) Application How the Reformed View Differs from Dispensationalism Reformed Covenantal Perspective One people of God across both Testaments Rooted in one covenant of grace, administered in various historical forms. Christ as fulfillment, not plan B Everything Israel was called to be becomes reality in Him. The Church includes believing Jews and Gentiles Gentiles are grafted into the same olive tree (Rom. 11). The Church inherits Israel's titles because of union with Christ. Covenant theology sees the Church not as replacing Israel, but as Israel fulfilled and expanded in Christ. Traditional Dispensational Perspective Two distinct peoples of God Israel (earthly people) Church (heavenly people) Different covenants and destinies Israel retains national promises (land, political kingdom). The Church is a distinct organism beginning at Pentecost. 1 Peter 2:9 applied typologically, not fulfillingly The Church shares similar blessings but does not fulfill Israel's identity. Israel's fulfillment is future, in a restored national kingdom during the millennium. Dispensationalism emphasizes discontinuity, maintaining a strict distinction between Israel and the Church.
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“Thoughts and Prayers” Colossians 1:9-11 November 23, 2025 Pastor Nathan Currey Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Colossians 1:9 And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 being strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy; Paul's prayer is a wonderful example of how we should pray for others and for ourselves. I. The Ask (9) II. The Answer (10) III. The Attitude (11)
A Treasured Possession Exodus 19:1-6 November 16, 2025 Pastor Tony Felich ----more---- Exodus 19:1 On the third new moon after the people of Israel had gone out of the land of Egypt, on that day they came into the wilderness of Sinai. [2] They set out from Rephidim and came into the wilderness of Sinai, and they encamped in the wilderness. There Israel encamped before the mountain, [3] while Moses went up to God. The LORD called to him out of the mountain, saying, “Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the people of Israel: [4] ‘You yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles' wings and brought you to myself. [5] Now therefore, if you will indeed obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession among all peoples, for all the earth is mine; [6] and you shall be to me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.' These are the words that you shall speak to the people of Israel.” God saves us (His people), commands our obedience, and consecrates us as His treasured possession to represent His holy kingdom to the world. I. God saves us (1-4) II. God commands us (5) III. God consecrates us (6)
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“The Deliverance of God's Servant” Daniel 6 November 16, 2025 Pastor John Choi Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Daniel 6:19 Then, at break of day, the king arose and went in haste to the den of lions. 20 As he came near to the den where Daniel was, he cried out in a tone of anguish. The king declared to Daniel, “O Daniel, servant of the living God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to deliver you from the lions?” 21 Then Daniel said to the king, “O king, live forever! 22 My God sent his angel and shut the lions' mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found blameless before him; and also before you, O king, I have done no harm.” 23 Then the king was exceedingly glad, and commanded that Daniel be taken up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no kind of harm was found on him, because he had trusted in his God. 24 And the king commanded, and those men who had maliciously accused Daniel were brought and cast into the den of lions—they, their children, and their wives. And before they reached the bottom of the den, the lions overpowered them and broke all their bones in pieces. 25 Then King Darius wrote to all the peoples, nations, and languages that dwell in all the earth: “Peace be multiplied to you. 26 I make a decree, that in all my royal dominion people are to tremble and fear before the God of Daniel, for he is the living God, enduring forever; his kingdom shall never be destroyed, and his dominion shall be to the end. 27 He delivers and rescues; he works signs and wonders in heaven and on earth, he who has saved Daniel from the power of the lions.” 28 So this Daniel prospered during the reign of Darius and the reign of Cyrus the Persian. Through the deliverance of His Servant, God offers the good news of deliverance to all people. I. The Same Theme in New Circumstances II. Daniel's Excellence and the Conspiracy Against Him III. Daniel's Disciplines: The Ordinary Means of Grace IV. The Miracle in the Lion's Den: A Glimpse of True Peace V. The Greater Daniel: Jesus Christ Our Deliverer VI. Our Call as God's Children
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“Courage for Confessing Christ” Matthew 10:26-33 November 9, 2025 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 10:26 “So have no fear of them, for nothing is covered that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. [27] What I tell you in the dark, say in the light, and what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops. [28] And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. [29] Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. [30] But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. [31] Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. [32] So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven, [33] but whoever denies me before men, I also will deny before my Father who is in heaven. The God who reigns over all cares personally for His people and watches over every step of our mission—therefore, His Church can move forward with boldness and confidence to bear witness for Christ. • Fear God alone (26-28) • Trust His Providence (27, 29-31) • Proclaim His Christ (32-33) The God who reigns over all cares for you personally and watches over every step of your life-therefore, you can move forward with boldness and confidence to bear witness for Christ.
I. Introduction A. Discipleship in the Reformed tradition, specifically the Westminster tradition B. Context of Reformation Day celebrations and the five solas: 1. Sola Dea Gloria (glory to God alone) 2. Solo Christo (through Christ alone) 3. Sola Gratia (by grace alone) 4. Sola Fide (through faith alone) 5. Sola Scriptura (scripture alone) II. The Reformation Was More Than Five Points A. The Reformers did not reduce Christianity to a handful of slogans B. They wrote extensive confessions and catechisms addressing doctrine, piety, worship, and government C. All four areas matter for sustainable Christianity III. Making Confessions and Catechisms Is Biblical A. Scriptural precedents: Deuteronomy 6, Psalm 78, 2 Timothy 1:13-14 B. The biblical pattern of passing down sound teaching to the next generation IV. Honesty in Theology A. Confessions provide transparency about what a church believes B. Allow people to know what they are agreeing to when joining a church C. Prevent bait-and-switch tactics V. Unity Through Shared Confession A. Common theological foundation strengthens the church B. Helps avoid being tossed about by every wind of doctrine VI. Substantial Doctrine for Turbulent Times A. Need more than doctrinal minimalism to weather life's storms B. Comprehensive understanding of God, humanity, sin, and salvation provides ballast C. Time to experiment with "theological maximalism" VII. Doctrine Leads to Doxology A. Deeper knowledge produces richer praise B. Understanding justification, adoption, sanctification enriches worship C. Knowledge pursued rightly leads to godliness, not pride VIII. Conclusion A. Exhortation to dig into God's word using the tools of confessions and catechisms B. These tools help Christians grow, promote unity, teach truth, and provide doctrine for deeper praise C. Thanking God for salvation in Christ and asking for increased faith and usefulness
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“A Psalm to Help Us Pray” Psalm 20 November 2, 2025 Dr. Chad Van Dixhoorn Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Psalm 20:1 May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob protect you! [2] May he send you help from the sanctuary and give you support from Zion! [3] May he remember all your offerings and regard with favor your burnt sacrifices! Selah [4] May he grant you your heart's desire and fulfill all your plans! [5] May we shout for joy over your salvation, and in the name of our God set up our banners! May the Lord fulfill all your petitions! [6] Now I know that the Lord saves his anointed; he will answer him from his holy heaven with the saving might of his right hand. [7] Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. [8] They collapse and fall, but we rise and stand upright. [9] O Lord, save the king! May he answer us when we call. I. The Nature of Psalm 20 II. This Psalm Points Beyond David to Christ III. Because Christ's Prayers Were Answered, Ours Will Be IV. How This Psalm Helps Us Pray
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“Spirit-Led in a Hostile World” Matthew 10:16-25 October 26, 2025 Pastor Tony Felich Sermon Application [file] ----more---- Matthew 10:16 “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. [17] Beware of men, for they will deliver you over to courts and flog you in their synagogues, [18] and you will be dragged before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them and the Gentiles. [19] When they deliver you over, do not be anxious how you are to speak or what you are to say, for what you are to say will be given to you in that hour. [20] For it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. [21] Brother will deliver brother over to death, and the father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death, [22] and you will be hated by all for my name's sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. [23] When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next, for truly, I say to you, you will not have gone through all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes. [24] “A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master. [25] It is enough for the disciple to be like his teacher, and the servant like his master. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebul, how much more will they malign those of his household. God sends His disciples into a hostile world to bear witness to Christ, assuring them of His presence and the Spirit's empowering guidance amid persecution. • Hostility provides a platform for witness to Christ (16-18) • The Holy Spirit empowers our witness (19-20) • Eternal reward outweighs temporal suffering (21-22) • Jesus is our model and motivation (23-25)
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