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It is instructive that the book of Psalms ends in praise. Everything that we do together on Sunday mornings and throughout the week ought to be for the praise of God, to glorify him, to delight in his goodness as our creator and our redeemer. Listen as RUF Campus Minister Ethan Brown preaches on 150, showing that, as the book of Psalms ends in praise, so all of history is to the end of praising God's glorious grace. Pastor Ethan focuses his teaching on this Psalm into two main points: praising with the cosmic choir and praising for the right reasons. Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, August 30, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In this penultimate installment of a sermon series on our Worship Service (Rhythms of Grace), Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on the Commission and Benediction, looking at Romans 12:1–2 and Numbers 6:22–27 and showing that we are sent out with God's blessing to be a blessing. Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, August 23, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Giving is a part of our worship. Whether we pass the plate or drop money in a box or click a button online, it is a part of dedicating ourselves to our God. In this sermon on 1 Chronicles 29:1–22, Pastor Luke Herche focuses on the offering within our Worship Service, explaining the purpose of our giving, the model of our giving, the content of our giving, the manner of our giving, the source of our giving, and the result of our giving. Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, August 16, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Over the course of eight weeks, Pastoral Assistant and Intern Steven Tavel will lead us in exploring one of the most beautiful and foundational doctrines of the Christian faith. Covenant theology is not merely a theological system; it is the way the Scriptures teach us about God's gracious relationship with His people. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture reveals one unfolding plan of redemption centered on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Severn Run Evangelical Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), devoted to the pursuit of Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and worship as we seek to faithfully reach our community for Christ.

Join us Sunday mornings at 11am as Pastor Jesse preaches through Paul's letter to the Colossians. Severn Run Evangelical Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), devoted to the pursuit of Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and worship as we seek to faithfully reach our community for Christ.

This Sunday evening Pastoral Assistant and Intern Steven Tavel preaches from Psalm 103. Steven is currently a student at Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Severn Run Evangelical Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), devoted to the pursuit of Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and worship as we seek to faithfully reach our community for Christ.

In this sermon on the Lord's Table, Pastor Luke Herche condenses 14 week's worth of sermons into just 9 points: 1) The Lord's Table is table fellowship. 2) The Lord's Table is a covenant meal. 3) The Lord's Table is a celebratory feast. 4) The Lord's Table is a community supper. 5) The Lord's Table is God's gracious hospitality. 6) The Lord's Table is a spiritual encounter. 7) The Lord's Table is a holy banquet. 8) The Lord's Table is pilgrim food. 9) The Lord's Table is a rehearsal dinner. Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, August 9, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

As we gather together to worship each week, the single longest element of our service is the sermon. Without it, we could get out of church a good 30 minutes earlier. Not to mention, preaching is seen by many as a tedious, moralistic, and condescending way to tell people what to do. So why, oh why, do we have a sermon? Continuing in a sermon series on our weekly Worship Service, Pastor Luke Herche comes to the sermon on the sermon. Listen as Pastor Luke preaches on Colossians 1:28, looking at the author of preaching, the act of preaching, the agenda of preaching, and the audience of preaching. Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, August 2, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Over the course of eight weeks, Pastoral Assistant and Intern Steven Tavel will lead us in exploring one of the most beautiful and foundational doctrines of the Christian faith. Covenant theology is not merely a theological system; it is the way the Scriptures teach us about God's gracious relationship with His people. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture reveals one unfolding plan of redemption centered on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Severn Run Evangelical Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), devoted to the pursuit of Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and worship as we seek to faithfully reach our community for Christ.

Join us Sunday mornings at 11am as Pastor Jesse preaches through Paul's letter to the Colossians. Severn Run Evangelical Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), devoted to the pursuit of Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and worship as we seek to faithfully reach our community for Christ.

This morning for Sunday School, Pastor Jesse will give an update from this year's General Assembly—sharing key decisions and highlights from our denomination. Come hear how our church, through its regular participation and support, is engaged in the broader work of the PCA. Severn Run Evangelical Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), and is a church devoted to the pursuit of Scripture, Prayer, Fellowship, and Worship as an effective and ultimately victorious means of reaching our community for Christ.

You were created to sing. Singing is not something reserved for the immensely gifted or the attention-seekers, but rather all people were created to sing––including you, no matter how off-key you might be. It is not an unnecessary diversion. It is key to God's purposes for creation. But when sin entered the world it changed our tune, and instead of harmony, there was discord. Instead of rejoicing, we sang songs of lament. Instead of celebrating God, we celebrate sin. In this sermon on Psalm 98, Pastor Luke Herche helps us to better understand the role of songs in our worship services via three questions: Why should we sing? How should we sing? And what's the point? Part of a series: The Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, June 28, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Do you see yourself clearly? In order to gain a true, clear, honest, perspective of yourself, you need God's Word. As Christians, we want to see ourselves in the light of the truth of God as seen in the gospel of our Savior Jesus, and we see that most clearly within our Worship Service in the Call to Confession and the Assurance of Grace. As we practice these truths each week, as we see God who is merciful, we become more aware of our sin and we experience the grace of God in our lives. Listen as Pastor Josué Pernillo explains through a series of questions: First, why do we have a confession and assurance week by week? Second, what do we get wrong about the confession and the assurance? Third, how does that fit into our weekly worship? And fourth, where in our life does that make an impact? Part of a series: The Rhythms of Grace. From Sunday Worship, July 5, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Do you want to be a deep person? A thoughtful person? It's actually quite difficult, requiring time and practice and trial and, oftentimes, error. It's not something you can learn from an article or a podcast or a book. It's something you have to live out over time. In our weekly worship service, it is the Confession of Faith that calls us to be deep and thoughtful people as we consider what we believe and why. Listen as Pastor Josué Pernillo explains in this sermon on Exodus 13:14–16; 1 Timothy 3:14–16, highlighting two reasons we confess our faith together each week: we are witnesses to the truth of the gospel, and we are witnesses together with the church throughout the ages. Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, July 26, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

First impressions matter. How you start something sets the tone for the whole. This is even true of our weekly worship service. At All Souls, our service begins with the Call to Worship, which is biblically rooted, deeply meaningful, and significant. Pastor Josué Pernillo explains more in this sermon on Isaiah 55:1–5 and John 4:23 through four points: God is the one who calls us to worship; we are hearing that call weekly; in worship, we receive the welcome of God; and in response, we worship and welcome. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, June 21, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

For many Christians, prayer feels a little like being the new kid in school: unsure of what to say and a little afraid to speak up. Prayer can sometimes feel empty, unnecessary, rote, awkward, boring, or scary. You read a prayer, but it feels inauthentic. You try to come up with your own words, and nothing comes. But what if, rather than inauthenticity or awkwardness or anxiety, you could draw near with confidence to God's throne of grace and be sure to find the mercy and grace you need to help in your time of need? Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on 1 Kings 8:22–53 and Isaiah 56:6–8, helping us think about our corporate prayer life under four headings: · Our Need for a House of Prayer · Solomon's House of Prayer · The True House of Prayer · The Church as House of Prayer Part of a series: Rhythms of Grace From Sunday Worship, July 19, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

The path we each walk between our birth and our death is filled with all kinds of trouble and sorrow and suffering. So how do we handle all of this pain? The world offers many methods to escape and cope, but to really deal with our sufferings rightly, we need a savior. The true meaning of suffering can only be found in Jesus Christ. In this sermon on 1 Kings 17:17–24, in which the widow of Zarephath's son dies and brought back to life, Pastoral Intern Luke Lustfeldt teaches us that God's grace will meet you in your suffering and he will strengthen your faith in the supremacy of Jesus Christ, which is the only real source of healing for our suffering. Listen as Luke unfolds this idea in three main headings: Crisis in Suffering God's Grace in Suffering Faith in Suffering From Sunday Evening Worship, July 12, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

God is at work among us at All Souls in all sorts of ways, including in baptism. Whether it's covenant children being welcomed publicly into the family of God or teenagers and adults who have professed their faith in Jesus for the first time, witnessing baptism together as a church is a gift. Listen as RUF Campus Minister Ethan Brown preaches on the beauty of baptism, helping us to love the Lord who washed us and the Body to which we belong as we consider that we've been prepared as a bride and brought into the Body. Part of a series: The Rhythms of Grace. From Sunday Worship, July 12, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

RUF Campus Minister Ethan Brown preaches on Proverbs 3:13–35 in three points: the search, the spoils, and the signs. Part of a series on the book of Proverbs. From Sunday Evening Worship, June 14, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Pastor Luke Herche preaches on 2 Peter 1, teaching us what we remember, why we remember, and how we remember. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, June 14, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Pastor Luke Herche continues our sermon series on Worship, preaching on Exodus 13:3–10 and teaching us that we remember God's redemptive work as we rehearse it, receive it, and then respond in kind, following in the footsteps of Jesus. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, June 7, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Why do you go to church? What is its importance? Why, for 2,000 years, have Christians gathered on the first day of the week to worship together? In this sermon on Hebrews 12:18–24, Pastor Josué Pernillo teaches us that we gather as the people of God to be renewed in our relationship to our Father and to be sent out in response to his grace. Listen as Pastor Josué addresses this important topic via three questions: Who is worshiping? What is the purpose of our worship? And how do we worship? Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, May 31, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Where are you struggling right now? Where are you weary and beaten down? Where are you tempted and tried? The book of Revelation was written to a suffering people. People who suffered persecution and temptation. And it's into this that the book of Revelation comes to give encouragement and hope, and to engender faithful perseverance in witness. The main call of Revelation is this: Don't give in and don't give up. Christ has overcome. Our champion and defender is on the throne. And as you cling to him, you will overcome as well. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on Revelation 5, John's vision of the scroll and the Lamb who was slain, focusing on God's purpose, our sorrow, Christ's worth, and creation's joy. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, May 24, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Do you have questions about heaven? It is good to be curious—–curiosity is a gift of God—–and it is good to ask questions. We should learn all that we can, plumbing the depths of what God has shown us in his world and in his Word. But we must also recognize our limits, that we can't know everything and that there are “secret things” that “belong to the Lord our God.” The book of Revelation is a place in the Bible where God pulls back the curtain just a little, just enough to give us glimpses that tend to leave us with more questions than answers. In this sermon on Revelation 4, Pastor Luke Herche invites you to bring your questions as he preaches on this glimpse of the heavenly throne room of God, focusing on a heavenly vision, the glorious King, angelic worship, and why even all this is not enough. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, May 17, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

The good life is founded in a heart for the Lord, but our hearts are easily distracted––so Jesus gives us a new heart that we may live in him. Learn more as Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on Proverbs 3:1–12. Part of a series on the book of Proverbs. From Sunday Evening Worship, May 10, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In the first century AD, the church at Laodicea seemed to have it all. They had some measure of acceptance in their city, some influence, some worldly wealth. Yet they were not pleasing to their Lord. Their Christianity was respectable in the eyes of the world, but it was disgusting to Jesus. Listen as Pastor Ethan Brown preaches on Revelation 3:14–22, calling our attention to three problems (bad worship, bad riches, bad witness) and one answer: the love of Christ. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, May 10, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Because Jesus loves his people, he speaks with them honestly about their sin. As uncomfortable as that can be, some people find it even more difficult to receive Jesus' words of encouragement and affirmation. But in Revelation 3, we find that Jesus does not have a word of rebuke for the believers in Philadelphia. Instead, he encourages them, affirms them, and celebrates his love in their lives. Listen as Pastor Ethan Brown preaches on Revelation 3:7–13, the letter to the church in Philadelphia, inviting you to consider the master of the key, the purpose of the door, and the pillars in the temple. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, May 3, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In Revelation 2:18–29, Jesus comes to the church at Thyatira and we see the concern that he has for her and for her leaders. Jesus confronts the church, not because he's impatient, not because he doesn't care, but because he does care and he loves her and he doesn't want her to hide. Listen as Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on this passage, showing that Jesus can see all, even the things we try to hide, so he calls us to repent that we may live holy lives in him. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, April 26, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Jesus is personally committed to the growth of his churches. That is what the letters to the seven churches in Revelation are all about. And Jesus begins each letter with the words, “I know.” He knows his own. He knows what they need. And these seven different churches––though each in different situations––all need the same thing: they need to hear the voice of Jesus. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on Revelation 3:1–6, the letter to the church in Sardis, showing us the loving rebuke, the nominal Christian, the urgent exhortation, and the promised hope. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, April 19, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Do you think it's hard to be a good person? There are many factors, many influences, on each individual: family of origin, biology, social context, peer pressure, cultural issues, nature and nurture. But of course, what is missing from that list is the individual, the person, their heart, their soul. At the end of the day, we each make our own choices. But that doesn't make context irrelevant. Jesus begins his letter to the church in Pergamum in Revelation 2:12–17, “I know where you dwell.” Context is not irrelevant. The “where” matters. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on this passage, looking at the place of compromise, the faithful witness, and the blessings of God's house. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, April 12, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: We are unlikely to eat the food of literal idols. However, in what areas of life do you feel pressure to compromise your values to get ahead or ensure financial security? What is going on in your heart that tempts you to compromise in this way? Jesus tells the church that he knows exactly where they dwell. How does it change your perspective to know that Jesus deeply understands the specific pressures of the environment you live in every day? In what ways does remembering Jesus as the Faithful Witness who faced the sword for us empower you to stand firm when you feel the reality of dwelling where Satan's throne is? How does the promise of hidden manna and a white stone with a new name offer a better kind of security and identity than the things we are tempted to chase in our careers or social circles? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Everyone wants to be seen as valuable. We have a desire to be right, to justify our existence. Whether through our attempts to forge our own glory or to borrow glory from another, deep down we are longing for acceptance and validation. But what if rather than having to prove and perform and promote yourself you could simply rest in the security of the resurrected and vindicated Jesus? In this Easter sermon on Romans 4:25, Pastor Luke Herche explains what it means that Jesus was raised for our justification in four points: the resurrection is Jesus' acceptance; the problems with our performance; the source of true acceptance; and the fruits of freedom and love. Delivered on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: We often find ourselves in “staring contests” with life—trying to prove we are valuable or right or worthy. Which of those “contests” in your own life (at work, at home, or even in your own head) feels the most exhausting right now? Because Jesus was delivered over for our sins and raised specifically for our acceptance, how does his vindication in the resurrection serve as a better defense for you than any excuse or success you could manufacture for yourself? What would tomorrow morning look like if you woke up fully convinced that you no longer had to “justify your existence” because Jesus was already raised for your acceptance? Since you are now free from the need to condemn or compare yourself to others for self-justification, who is one person in your life you can move toward with self-sacrificial love this week, simply because you are already secure in Christ? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Death is the last great taboo in American culture. It's hard to talk about, it's scary, it's overwhelming, it's all around us. We try to avoid dealing with it, but we can't escape the fact that the final enemy we face in this life… is death. And this is the enemy that Jesus faced on Good Friday. Listen as Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on Romans 4:25, looking at three questions: Who delivered up Jesus to this death? Why was Jesus delivered to this death? And what does this death mean for us? Delivered on Good Friday, April 3, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

We live in a world that is consumed with appearances. We measure our lives by our stuff, our entertainment, our purchasing power, our sexual freedom, and when hardships come our immediate instinct is to escape it by any means as quickly as possible. In Revelation 2:8–11 we find that the church in Smyrna is experiencing social rejection, poverty, and pressures, but into this moment Christ speaks a message that turns everything on its head. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on this passage, showing us that real life is not as it appears; life in the present is a life of fear; Jesus faced death to find life; and resting in Jesus' life frees us to face death and find true life. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, March 29, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: Jesus tells a church facing poverty that they are actually rich. How does this challenge the way we usually measure success or security? Why is our being rich not a fiction and mere sentiment? When you feel the poverty of your circumstances (social rejection, financial stress, or personal loss), what earthly comforts are you most tempted to scramble after to find a sense of security? How does Jesus' victory over the second death free you from having to earn a life of comfort or approval today and offer you a sense of fearless hope when you think about your future or your greatest fears? If we truly believed that things are often not as they appear—that our spiritual reality in Christ is more solid than our physical circumstances—how might that change the way we face a specific anxiety or fiery trial this week? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In Revelation 2:1–7 we learn from Jesus' words to the church in Ephesus that this once thriving church had one major problem: they had abandoned their first love. Listen as Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on this passage, addressing three questions: What is the diagnosis? What is the prescription? And what is the encouragement? Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, March 22, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

We are invited on the path of wisdom which is the path of awe and intimacy. So we avoid the wrong paths and enjoy the path of life. Learn more in this sermon on Proverbs 2 from Pastor Josué Pernillo. Part of a series on the book of Proverbs. From Sunday Evening Worship, April 12, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In Revelation 1:9–20 the apostle John sees a glorious vision of Christ in heaven. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on this passage, helping us to better understand the glory of Jesus, the fear of Jesus, the grace of Jesus, and our service to Jesus. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, March 15, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: When you imagine the scene John describes, which specific image feels the most overwhelming or weighty to you? We often prefer a “plastic Jesus” who is manageable and safe. How does John's encounter with the cosmic Christ challenge the version of Jesus we typically carry around in our day-to-day lives? The One who holds the stars in his hand is the same One who reaches out to touch a terrified man. What does this reveal to you about how Jesus uses his immense power toward those who are broken or afraid? In what ways does beholding the majestic, cosmic glory of Christ actually provide more stability for your soul than a “safer,” smaller version of him? What would change in your Monday morning routine—your stress, your interactions, or your inner monologue—if you truly believed the cosmic King was standing right there with his right hand on your shoulder? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Whether we know it or not, all people long for the coming of the Kingdom. For a world rightly ordered under God. A world of justice, righteousness, and peace. The good news is that God is the King. He comes bringing justice. He comes to fight for his people. And every cry for justice, every longing to be filled is ultimately answered by the coming of God's Kingdom. In this sermon on Revelation 1:9–20, in which the apostle John sees a glorious vision of Christ in heaven, Pastor Luke Herche helps us rest in Jesus' present reign and hope in his coming return as he talks about the people of the kingdom, the presence of the kingdom, and the glory of the King. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, March 8, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: How do you experience the tension between the kingdom and tribulation today? How does this shape the way you view the accounts of injustice we see in the news? When you look at the brokenness of the world or your own heart, are you more tempted to give in to despair (expecting too little of the kingdom) or to demand that heaven appear fully right now (expecting too much of the “overlap of the ages”)? How does the already and not-yet of the kingdom shape what you mean when you pray “your kingdom come”? If you began tomorrow morning truly believing that you are part of a kingdom where the old divisions no longer matter, how might that change the way you interact with those who are different from you in your workplace or community or world? What can you do to proclaim and manifest the coming of the kingdom in its present form today (i.e. to proclaim Jesus and be his hands and feet in the world)? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Wisdom warns us of the coming disaster, but we refuse to listen. Jesus faces the disaster, so we can dwell secure. Learn more in the sermon on Proverbs 1:20–33 from Pastor Josué Pernillo. Part of a series on the book of Proverbs. From Sunday Evening Worship, March 8, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Christianity is not merely a philosophy. It is fundamentally a story, the true story of what God has done, is doing, and will do in the world. A philosophy can give you a perspective, or even some direction in life, but only God's story can give you what you need the most: a savior. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on Revelation 1:7, examining this one verse with four points: the coming of Christ is the great hope of the Christian. The coming of Christ is a great terror to the guilty conscience. Christ came to bear our guilt, that he might come again to save the guilty. Set your mind on the coming of Christ to face the trials of this age. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, March 1, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Pastor Luke Herche preaches on Revelation 1:4–8, addressing three questions: Where do you live? How big is your God? And why does that matter? Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, February 24, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

“Groundbreaking,” “the foot of a mountain,” and “flying off the handle” are all dead metaphors, once vivid and fresh, but now separated from their original imagery and impact. According to Pastor Luke Herche, much of Biblical language has become like dead metaphors to us. We have become dull to the power and punch of Scripturural language. In this sermon on 2 Samuel 7:12–13, 2 Chronicles 36:22–23, and Matthew 28:16–20, Pastor Luke revitalizes some of our dead metaphors for the mission of the church as he tells the story of God's house, beginning with creation and ending in Revelation. From Sunday Worship, February 15, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: How do you understand your role in God's temple-building mission? What most hinders you from filling that role? How does Christ model our role as well as free, empower, and motivate us to fulfill our role in God's work? What is the next step you can take to fulfill God's call in your life? Take some time to pray for wisdom and strength to move forward and be faithful in God's temple-building work. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on Proverbs 1:8–19, helping us to reflect on the passage with four questions: What is the principle? What is the promise? How does the gospel speak into it? And what is our response? Part of a series on the book of Proverbs. From Sunday Evening Worship, February 8, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on Proverbs 1:8–19, helping us to reflect on the passage with four questions: What is the principle? What is the promise? How does the gospel speak into it? And what is our response? Part of a series on the book of Proverbs. From Sunday Evening Worship, February 8, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

This short episode offers a concise, pastoral overview of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), explaining who they are, where they came from, and why the denomination exists. Pastor Derek traces the PCA's formal founding in 1973 to concerns among orthodox Presbyterians in the former Presbyterian Church in the United States who believed core doctrines were being compromised—especially the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the uniqueness of Christ, the reality of the resurrection, and the necessity of evangelism. He explains how theological liberalism and an emphasis on the social gospel, detached from gospel proclamation, led leaders to conclude that reform from within was no longer possible. The episode highlights the PCA's mission to be faithful to Scripture, true to the Reformed faith, and obedient to the Great Commission, and briefly describes the denomination's growth, global reach, and commitment to church planting and missions through the denomination-wide ministries of Mission to North America and Mission to the World.

Prayer is difficult. This is commonly known among all followers of Jesus. Even Peter, James, and John could not stay awake in prayer with Jesus at Gethsemane, though he asked them twice. When writing Romans, the apostle Paul assumes that prayer is difficult for the believer, that we are weak, that we need help. The good news is that God has given us help. Listen as Pastor Ethan Brown preaches from Romans 8:15–17, 22–23, 26–27, showing that God has not left us alone in our prayers––he has given us the Holy Spirit, and whenever we pray, whenever we truly pray, we pray with the Holy Spirit. From Sunday Worship, February 1, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In the second of two introductions to the book of Revelation, Pastor Luke Herche examines passages from Revelation with a focus on our hope. Addressing three questions (Why must we hope? How can we hope? And what happens when we do?), Pastor Luke shares that we can hope because Revelation reveals what is and what will be, the lamb reigns and wins, his enemies are restrained and will be judged, and his people are safe and will be raised. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, January 18, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: What are some places in your life where you need hope? What specifically is wrong in you, your circumstances, or our world? What is our natural response to hard things? What are some ways we respond poorly to tragedy, temptation, and turmoil? Why do we respond this way? How does the message of Revelation (as summarized in the sermon) speak into the hard things? If you had hope in the midst of hard things, how would that shape your response and what might your new response be? Take some time to pray that the message of this book would sink into your heart and that God would give you opportunity to share it with others. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In this first installment in a new sermon series on the book of Proverbs, Pastor Josué Pernillo preaches on Proverbs 1:1–7, teaching us that the proverbs draw us to wisdom by showing the gifts of wisdom, the help of wisdom, and the source of wisdom. Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, January 11, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: What is an area in your life where you feel you need wisdom? What gift of wisdom do you feel most drawn to? Which one do you feel you practice well and which one do you want to grow in? When was a time in your life when you felt like you grew in wisdom and understanding? How is God being the source of Wisdom comforting to you and in what ways is that challenging? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In Revelation 21:4, we receive the promise that one day God “will wipe away ever tear.” But in the present, we weep. Listen as Pastor Luke Herche preaches on this passage, addressing four questions: Why must we weep? Why don't we weep? How can we weep? And what do we do now? From Sunday Evening Worship, January 11, 2026. ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

In this introduction to the book of Revelation, Pastor Luke Herche looks at various passages (Revelation 1:1–2, 10–12, 19; 5:1–2, 6; 6:9; 7:1; 9:17–19; 10:1; 13:1; 16:13; 17:3, 12; 19:11; 20:11; 21:1–2; 22:8–9) and shows us that Revelation is a picture book. Listen as Pastor Luke explains, addressing four questions: What does that mean? Why is it important? How do we understand it? And what does it show us? Part of a series on the book of Revelation. From Sunday Worship, January 4, 2026. ------------------------------- Want to go deeper? Take some time to reflect on the sermon with the following questions: As we begin this journey through the final book of the Bible, what vivid image from the book (whether mentioned in the sermon or not) stirs your imagination or curiosity the most and why? The sermon suggests that Revelation is less like a puzzle to be solved and more like a picture book intended to show us spiritual realities. How does that shift in perspective change the way you feel about opening this book? If this book truly “pulls back the curtain” on the inner workings of our world, what is one area of life where you are longing to see things as they really are from God's perspective? In what ways have you become so consumed with cultural pleasures or social ills (things we can see with our eyes) that you've lost sight of God's sovereign grace at work in the world? Since things are often not what they appear in this age, what is one practical way you can proceed with humility and trust God's “corrective lenses” rather than your own self-confidence this week? ------------------------------- allsoulspca.org All Souls (Urbana, IL) is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), a Christian, Reformed denomination with historic and theological roots in the Protestant Reformation.

Sam and Ryan Burge take a deep dive into the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), unpacking the denomination's unique growth patterns, size distribution, and robust recordkeeping. They explore surprising statistics on membership trends, baptisms, and church finances—revealing why some PCA congregations thrive while others remain stagnant. The co-hosts highlight key takeaways for understanding both the strengths and challenges of one of America's most data-rich evangelical denominations. The post The Burge Report: The Biggest Little Denomination: The Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) appeared first on Church Answers.