Category: Sermons
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Sermon Series on the Gospel of John
Beginning October 11, 2015, I preached a series on the Gospel of John. Some of the sermons listed below were not preached in the current series, but were preached previously. Date Title Scripture Readings October 11, 2015 “The Word Became Flesh… In Him Was Life” Gen 1:1-5; John 1:1-18 (text) October 18, 2015 The…
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The Baptizer’s Testimony About Jesus
Isaiah 11:1-5; John 1:19-42 (text) October 18, 2015 • Download this sermon (PDF) Congregation of Christ: Last Sunday, in our study of the Prologue of the Gospel of John, “the disciple that Jesus loved†introduced John the Baptizer’s role in the coming of Christ: “There was a man sent from God, whose name was John.…
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“The Word Became Flesh… In Him Was Life”
Genesis 1:1-5; John 1:1-18 (text) October 11, 2015 • Download this sermon (PDF) Dear Congregation of Christ: Starting today, we take a break from our study of the Psalms. It had been a joy and a great encouragement to study King David’s and other psalmists’ sorrows and joys, complaints and praises to God. We…
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New Sermon Series Introduction: The Gospel of John
This coming Lord’s Day, October 11, 2015, I’m taking a break from our study of Psalms, and will begin a new sermon series. It is a book rich in doctrines and its applications to the life of a Christian. Says Gary M. Burge in his NIV Application Commentary on John: Today, the fourth Gospel is…
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“Let Your Glory Be Over All The Earthâ€
September 27, 2015 Readings: Psalm 57; 1 Samuel 22:1-2 * Download this sermon (PDF) Dear Congregation of Christ: Before David became king over all Israel, he was a caveman. This was because Saul hunted him because of jealousy and insecurity. David was the one who killed the giant Philistine, and was also anointed by…
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A True Sinner’s Prayer
© November 23, 2008; September 20, 2015 • Download PDF sermon Readings: 2 Samuel 12:1-15; Psalm 51:1-19 (text); Luke 18:9-14 Congregation of Christ: I’m sure you’ve heard this very common prayer many times: Lord Jesus, I need You. Thank You for dying on the cross for my sins. I open the door of my life…
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Violating God’s Law is Profaning His Holy Name
Scripture Readings: Ezekiel 22:26; 1 Timothy 4:4-5 September 6, 2015 * Download this sermon (PDF) Dear Congregation of Christ: What do Reformed Christians like us mention the most in theological conversations? By far, our favorite word is “covenant,†such as “covenant children,†“covenant people,†and “covenant promises.†Many of our churches have the words “Covenant…
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The Perfect Wedding Song for the Perfect Royal Wedding
Readings:Psalms 45 (text); Hebrews 1:8-9; Ephesians 5:25-27 August 23, 2015 • Download this sermon (PDF) Congregation of Christ: July 29, 1981 was a memorable day for 750 million people around the world. On this day, the “wedding of the century” took place: the wedding of Prince Charles, heir to the throne of England, and Lady Diana…
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“How Precious is Your Steadfast Love, O God!”
Readings:Psalm 36:1-37:2 (text); John 7:37-39; 8:12; Rom 1:18, 24-28, 32 August 2 2015, Pasig Covenant Reformed Church * August 9, 2015, Big Springs Community Church Download this sermon (PDF) Dear Congregation of Christ: As we scan the news these last several weeks, we as ChrisÂtians might as well just throw our hands up…
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“Joy Comes With the Morning”
Readings: Psalm 30:1-12 (text); John 16:20-24 July 26, 2015 * Download this sermon (PDF) Dear Congregation of Christ: This last week my wife and I drove from Big Springs Community Church to Escondido and back, a total of 1,600 miles. Brother Jude Atas flew into San Francisco and we gave him a tour of California via…