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The Orphan’s Way Home Scripture: John 14:1-7 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction 1-4 Let not your hearts be troubled 5-7 Thomas: the disciple comes to the Father thru the Son 8-21 Philip: Union of Father and Son with the disciple 22-26 Judas: Father and Son come to the disciple 27-31 […] The post The Orphan’s Way Home appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
The Orphan’s Way Home Scripture: John 14:1-7 (Read from ESV) Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline: Introduction 1-4 Let not your hearts be troubled 5-7 Thomas: the disciple comes to the Father thru the Son 8-21 Philip: Union of Father and Son with the disciple 22-26 Judas: Father and Son come to the disciple 27-31 […] The post The Orphan’s Way Home appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: The Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 23, QA 59-61 Scripture: Galatians 3:1-26 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Requirement of the Law II. Roman Catholic Solution III. The Reformation’s Biblical Correction Conclusion Sermon Video https://youtu.be/5KZ08f4WhvA The Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 23 Q&A 59 Q. What good does it do you, however, to […] The post The Necessity of Purgatory (Heidelberg Catechism QA 59-61, Gal 3:1-26) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 81, 82, and 85 Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Dividing, Not Discerning 17-22 II. A Sacred Supper of Salvation 23-26 III. Eating Unworthily 27 VI. Examine Yourself 28 V. Discerning the Body Rightly 29-34 Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 81 Q. Who should […] The post Eating and Drinking Worthily (Heidelberg Catechism QA 81, 82, 85; 1 Cor 11:17-34) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 31-32 Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15-19, Psalm 110, Hebrews 1:1-4 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Christ’s Anointing II. Christians’s Anointing Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 31 Q. Why is he called “Christ,” meaning “anointed”? A. Because he has been ordained by God the Father and has been anointed with […] The post “Christ” Our Prophet, Priest, and King (Heidelberg Catechism QA 31-32, Deu 18:15-19, Psa 110, Heb 1:1-4) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 27-28 Scripture: Romans 8:18-39 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Providence II. How does knowing this help us? Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 27 Q. What do you understand by the providence of God? A. The almighty and ever present power of God by which God upholds, as […] The post The Comfort of: His Control of Circumstances and His Conforming Us to Christ (Heidelberg Catechism QA 27-28, Rom 8:18-39) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 32-34 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction 32 I. Elihu Part 1: Law and Gospel 33 1-7 Prepares the audience 8-13 Job’s claim and complaints (stocks and silence) 14-30 God’s Two-Fold Speech 15-18 Law – preventative 19-28 Gospel – restorative 29-30 From darkness to light of life (Moses and Christ anticipated) Job’s […] The post Elihu, the Forerunner (Job 32-34) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 26 Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Galatians 4:1-7, Revelation 4:8-11 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Creator II. Controller III. Comforter Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 26 Q. What do you believe when you say, “I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven […] The post God, the Father of All Comforts (Heidelberg Catechism QA 26; Gen 1:1, Rom 8:28, 2 Cor 1:3-4, Gal 4:1-7, Rev 4:8-11) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 24-25 Scripture: John 17:20-23; Ephesians 2:14-19, 22; Hebrews 7:23-27 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Son’s Communion with the Father II. Christ Restores Communion III. Flesh and Blood IV. The Holy Spirit Draws into Union with Christ and the Father Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 24 Q. How […] The post The Church’s Communion with Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Heidelberg Catechism QA 24-25; John 17:20-23; Eph 2:14-19, 22; Heb 7:23-27) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Ephesians 3:4-10, Job 28 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. A place for precious metals 1-11 II. Precious Wisdom 12-19 III. Man can’t find 20-22 IV. But God knows her place 23-27 V. God gives her to man 28 A. Much mystery remains B. God gives wisdom C. Wisdom’s Wait Conclusion Ephesians […] The post Searching and Waiting for Wisdom (Ephesians 3:4-10, Job 28) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 20-25 Scripture: Romans 4:1-5, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Titus 3:5-6 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Saved by Faith II. Saved by Faith in What? III. Saved by Faith in Who? Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 20 Q. Are all people then saved through Christ just as they were […] The post Saved by Faith (Heidelberg Catechism QA 20-25; Rom 4:1-5, 1 Cor 15:1-4, Tit 3:5-6) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 31 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Covenant Fidelity 1-4; 37-40 II. 1st Series of Oaths of Self-Maldiction 5-22(23) III. 2nd Series of Oaths of Self-Maldiction 24-34 IV. Signature of Authenticity 35-36 V. Significance of Righteousness Conclusion Job 31 (ESV) 1 “I have made a covenant with my eyes; how then […] The post Job’s Covenant Contract Inked (Job 31) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 16-19 Scripture: Psalm 24; Hebrews 7:26-27; 2:14-18 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Righteousness – The Road from Creation to Glory II. Christ – Entered Creation and Fall to Raise Us to Glory III. Christ – Our High Priest and Mediator IV. The Scriptures and Their Self-Authenticating Story of […] The post Meant for More (Heidelberg Catechism QA 16-19; Psalm 24; Hebrews 7:26-27; 2:14-18) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 25, 26:1-3, 27:1-6 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Bildad’s Last Arrow 25 II. Job’s “Appreciation” 26:1-3 III. Job’s Indefatigable Righteousness 27:1-6 Conclusion Job 25 (ESV) 1 Then Bildad the Shuhite answered and said: 2 “Dominion and fear are with God; he makes peace in his high heaven. 3 Is there […] The post Job, the Rock of Fire Tested Righteousness (Job 25, 26:1-3, 27:1-6) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 9-11 Scripture: Romans 3:9-26 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Is God Unjust? II. Do Some Get Away with Sin? III. Where’s Mercy ? Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 9 Q. But doesn’t God do us an injustice by requiring in his law what we are unable to […] The post Where Justice and Mercy Meet (Heidelberg Catechism QA 9-11; Romans 3:9-26) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Revelation 12:17-13:4, Job 40:6-42:6 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Challenge to the Critic 40:6-14 II. Creatures of the Chaos 40:15-41:34 III. Confession of the Contrite 42:1-6 Conclusion Revelation 12:17-13:4 (ESV) 17 Then the dragon became furious with the woman and went off to make war on the rest of her […] The post Wrestling from Silver to Gold (Revelation 12:17-13:4, Job 40:6-42:6) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 6-8 Scripture: Genesis 3:6-7; Job 14:1-4; Psalms 51:5; Romans 5:12; John 3:3-6; Ephesians 2:1-6; Titus 3:4-7 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. God’s Fault? II. Parent’s Fault? III. My Fault IV. A New Nature Needed Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 6 Q. Did God create people so wicked […] The post Your Heart – Fallen, Sinful, Wicked, Perverse, Poisoned, Corrupt, What Happened? (Heidelberg Catechism QA 6-8; Gen 3:6-7; Job 14:1-4; Ps 51:5; Rom 5:12; John 3:3-6; Eph 2:1-6; Tit 3:4-7) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 38:1-40:5 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Challenge 38:1-3 II. The Contest 38:4-39:41 III. The 1st Fall 40:1-2 IV. The Lesson 40:3-5 Conclusion Job 38:1-40:5 (ESV) Job 38 1 Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind and said: 2 “Who is this that darkens counsel by words without […] The post Wrestling With Wisdom (Job 38:1-40:5) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Imprecation 1-10 II. Lamentation 11-23 A. Why didn’t i die then? 11-19 B. Why continue now? 20-23 III. 3 Reasons for his words 24-26 Conclusion Job 3 (ESV) 1 After this Job opened his mouth and cursed the day of his birth. 2 And […] The post Your Worst Life Now (Job 3) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 1-2 Scripture: Isaiah 40:1, 51:12; Romans 8:28-35a; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 2 Corinthians 5:14-15; 1 Peter 1:18-19 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Comfort II. Christ III. Control IV. Confidence V. Commitment Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 1 Q. What is your only comfort in life and in death? […] The post Real, True, Deep Down Comfort (Heidelberg Catechism QA 1-2; Isa 40:1, 51:12; Rom 8:28-35a; 1 Cor 6:19-20; 2 Cor 5:14-15; 1 Pet 1:18-19) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12, 1 Peter 5:8-11, Job 2:7-13, 42:7-17 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Suffering II. Glory Conclusion 1 Peter 1:10-12 (ESV) 10 Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, 11 inquiring what person or time the Spirit of […] The post Suffering and Glory in Job (1 Peter 1:10-12, 1 Peter 5:8-11, Job 2:7-13, 42:7-17) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 88-91 Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-2:7 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Fear of God II. Father’s Instruction – the channel III. Fork in the Road 1:10, 20 IV. Two “ifs” (spiral of reproof/storm of refusal) V. Finding True Gold 2:1-7 – the source Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 88 […] The post Trick or True? (Heidelberg Catechism QA 88-91, Proverbs 1:1-2:7) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 2:1-10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Dispute with Satan 1-6 II. Devastating Sickness 7-8 III. Derelict Spouse 9-10 Conclusion Job 2:1-10 (ESV) 2 Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them to present himself before […] The post Stripped to the Core (Job 2:1-10) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Belgic Confession, Article 28 Scripture: Hebrews 10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. John 4 II. Hebrews 10 – The Golden Chain of Worship III. Old to New Covenant IV. Drawing Near – Heaven on Earth V. The Gospel Goal – Assembled in Heaven Conclusion Belgic Confession, Article 28 We believe, since […] The post Where Does Your Gospel Go? (Belgic Confession, Article 28; Hebrews 10) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Job 1 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Integrity Displayed 1-5 II. Integrity Disputed 6-12 III. Integrity Despoiled 13-19 IV. Integrity Demonstrated 20-22 Conclusion Job 1 (ESV) 1 There was a man in the land of Uz whose name was Job, and that man was blameless and upright, one who feared God […] The post Love God and Use Things OR Use God and Love Things (Job 1) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 103 Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-4:16 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Four Rests II. 7th Day to 1st Day and the Church’s Union with the Risen Christ III. What to Do on Sunday 1. Corporate Worship 2. Private Worship 3. Rest & Refreshment of Soul and Body 4. Show […] The post What to Do on Sunday (Heidelberg Catechism QA 103, Hebrews 3:12-4:16) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Jonah 4 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Jonah’s Heart Repents 1-3 II. God’s Providence for Heart Enlargement 4-10 III. God’s Huge Heart for His Sinful Enemies 11 Conclusion Jonah 4 (ESV) 1 But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was angry. 2 And he prayed to the Lord and said, “O […] The post Jonah vs Jesus (Jonah 4) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 103 Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-4:16 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Creation and Rest II. Old Covenant and Rest A. Moses/Joshua B.David III. New Covenant and Rest Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism QA 103 Q. What is God’s will for you in the fourth commandment? A. First, that the gospel ministry and […] The post Entering Christ’s Resurrection Rest (Heidelberg Catechism QA 103, Hebrews 3:12-4:16) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Jonah 3 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Jonah Repents 1-3 II. Nineveh Repents 5 III. King Repents 6-9 IV. God Relents 10 Conclusion Jonah 3 (ESV) 1 Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, 2 “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out […] The post Conquered & Covered (Jonah 3) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Jonah 1:17-2:10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Tossed Out II. Bottomed Out III. Called Out IV. Brought Up V. Offered Up Conclusion Jonah 1:17-2:10 (ESV) 17 And the Lord appointed a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights. […] The post Salvation is of the Lord! (Jonah 1:17-2:10) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
God’s Worship Assembly Confession: Heidelberg Catechism QA 103 Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-25 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Assembly at Sinai II. Assemblies in the Land III. Our Assembly in the Heavenly Mt. Zion Conclusion Heidelberg Catechism QA 103 Q. What is God’s will for you in the fourth commandment? A. First, that the […] The post God’s Worship Assembly, Heidelberg Catechism QA 103, Hebrews 12:18-25 appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Jonah 1:1-16 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Jonah’s Sin 1-3 II. Jehovah’s Storm 4-11 III. Jonah’s Sacrifice 12-15a IV. Jehovah’s Satisfaction 15b V. Sailors Saved 16 Conclusion Jonah 1:1-16 (ESV) 1 Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, 2 “Arise, go to Nineveh, that […] The post The Word of the Cross is Foolishness, Jonah 1:1-16 appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Canons of Dort: First Head Article 18 Scripture: Genesis 37:3-8; 50:15-21 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Place of God II. The Plan of God III. The Peace of God Conclusion Canons of Dort: First Head Article 18. To those who murmur at the free grace of election and the just […] The post Sovereignty and Graciousness: “He Spoke Kindly” (Canons of Dort: First Head Article 18, Genesis 37:3-8, 50:15-21) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Boasting in the Cross Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Cross as the End of the Flesh II. Cross as the End of the Law III. Cross as the End of the World Conclusion Galatians 6:11-18 (ESV) 11 See with what large letters I am writing to you with my […] The post Boasting in the Cross (Galatians 6:11-18) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Canons of Dort Article 9-12, Rejection of Errors Paragraph 7 Scripture: John 8:31-32, 10:24-30; 1 Corinthians 15:8-11; Philippians 2:12-16; Hebrews 3:12-14 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Perseverance is Worked Out in Love and Holiness II. Perseverance is unto the Assurance of Faith III. Perseverance Stands the Test Conclusion Canons of Dort: […] The post Perseverance unto Assurance (Canons of Dort: Fifth Head Art. 9-12, Par. 7; John 8:31-32, 10:24-30; 1 Cor 15:8-11; Phil 2:12-16; Heb 3:12-14) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Galatians 6:6-10 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Investing in Preaching of the Word 6 II. Investing in Piety of the Spirit 7-9 III. Investing in Practical Love for People 10 Conclusion Galatians 6:6-10 (ESV) 6 Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who […] The post Spiritual Investing (Galatians 6:6-10) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Canons of Dort Fifth Head Articles 1, 2, 8, 9 Scripture: John 6:38-40, Romans 8:28-30, Hebrews 3:12-14, 1 John 2:19 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Golden Chain II. The Silver Chain III. The Broken Chain? Conclusion Canons of Dort Fifth Head Article 1. Those whom God, according to His purpose, […] The post Perseverance of the Saints (Canons of Dort Fifth Head Articles 1, 2, 8, 9; John 6:38-40, Romans 8:28-30, Hebrews 3:12-14, 1 John 2:19) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Galatians 5:25-6:5 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Two Spirits II. Spirit of Guile III. Spirit of Gentleness IV. Spirit of God Conclusion Galatians 5:25-6:5 (ESV) 25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit. 26 Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying […] The post Mild Mending (Galatians 5:25-6:5) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Galatians 5:19-26 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Why Do You Need to Change? 19-21 II. What Do You Need to Change Into? 22-23 III. How Can You Change? 24-26 Conclusion Sermon Video https://youtu.be/aogWI7D98n4 Scripture Reading: Galatians 5:19-26 King James Version (KJV) 19 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which […] The post Change Them into What? Galatians 5:19-26 appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Confession: Canons of Dort: Second Head Article 9, Paragraph 1 Scripture: John 1:9-14, 3:16-19 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. The Problem II. The Problem with the Problem III. Another Perspective IV. The End Point? Conclusion Sermon Video https://youtu.be/BK8KEoh8bJA Canons of Dort Second Head: Article 9. This purpose, proceeding from everlasting love towards […] The post The New Covenant Meal of Communion and Ratification (Canons of Dort: Second Head Article 9, Paragraph 1; John 1:9-14, 3:16-19) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Galatians 5:1-12 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Righteousness by Law 1-4 II. Righteousness by Faith 5-6 III. Righteousness by Micrometer 7-9 IV. Righteousness Resolve 10-12 Conclusion Sermon Video https://youtu.be/Z_R-9-BXC2c Scripture Reading: Galatians 5:1-12 King James Version (KJV) 1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and […] The post A Little Law, Leavens All (Galatians 5:1-12) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.
Scripture: Romans 10:13-21, Isaiah 53:10-54:5 Preacher: Rev. David Inks Sermon Outline Introduction, I. Many Sons II. More Space III. Memories Shredded IV. Maker is Savior Good News! Web Site – http://www.fresnourc.com Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/fresnourc YouTube – http://www.youtube.com/user/fresnocurc iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/covenant-urcs/id373736493?mt=2 The post From Divorced and Desolate to Married and Many (Romans 10:13-21, Isaiah 53:10-54:5) appeared first on Covenant United Reformed Church.