These are audio messages from God's Word, the Bible, which present the grace and truth of Jesus Christ, the Redeemer, revealed in the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments. The messages were presented at Sunday Morning Services of Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, 548 Luzerne Road, Queensbury, New York. Most of the sermons were preached by Pastor Edward Suffern. Guest preachers are identified with the name of the preacher in the title of the sermon.
A Message: Good Seed Buried Deeper
from the Bible: Genesis 39
on: June 16, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Enslaved, and the LORD was with him
Enslaved, but not a slave to sin
Enslaved and Imprisoned, and the LORD was with him
A Message: Compromise, Conviction and Comfort
from the Bible: Genesis 38
on: June 9, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Descent Leading to Death and Deception
Rising by Repentance
The Breakthrough Son
A Message: God Still Steers Those Sinned Against
from the Bible: Genesis 37:12-36
on: June 2, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
When Denied Peace, God’s Chosen Still Pursue Peace
vs. 12-17
vs. 1 Peter 2:4, 9
A Dashed Dream Is Not Always Derailed
Deceivers and a Griever in Need of Grace
A Message: Lord, Your Kingdom Come
from the Bible: Acts 2:1-13
on: May 26, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
One place in One accord filled by the One Holy Spirit
Confusion from Understanding
Explanations Leading to Reactions
A Message: Transitions in Fulfilment of God’s Plan
from the Bible: Genesis 36:1-37:11
on: May 19, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A portrait of power compared to strangers in the land
A picture of faithfulness and favoritism
God’s portrayal of the future is rejected and pondered
A Message: Life and Death in the Everyday
from the Bible: Genesis 35:16-29 (p. 34)
on: May 12, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The sacrifice of mothers
The leadership of fathers
All in the face of death
A Message: The Road to God’s House
from the Bible: Genesis 35:1-15 (p. 34)
on: May 5, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church,Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Commands and contrition bringcourage to move forward
35:1-6
Worship the God who names Himselfand His worshipers
35:7-12
Serve the One who has spoken to usat Bethel
35:13-15
A Message: Compromise Courts Conflict
from the Bible: Genesis 33:17 to 34:31
on: April 28, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Cutting corners
Keeping peace and making war
Troubled father and satisfied sons
A Message: A Proper Exit Before a Promised Entrance
from the Bible: Genesis 33:1-20
on: April 21, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God answers prayers with an embrace
- vs. 1-4
Two levels of a single event
The danger of false partnership and consequent diversion
A Message: Wrestling with God and Blessed by God
from the Bible: Genesis 32:22-32
on: April 14, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The wrestlingvs. 22-25
The blessingvs. 26-29
The declarationsvs. 30-32
A Message: Protected, We Pray and Prepare
from the Bible: Genesis 32:1-21
on: April 6, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Protected as two camps, in more ways than one
Pray because your life depends on it
Prepare with the mind and resources God gave you
A Message: His Resurrection and Our Hope
from the Bible: Genesis 31:9-55
on: March 31, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
OUTLINE
“If we believe that Jesus died and rose again” 1 Thessalonians 4:14THE CREDIBLE CONFIDENCE WE HAVE IN CHRIST’S RESURRECTION“God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus”1 Thessalonians 4:13,14THE COSMIC CONVEYANCE OF SAINTS RESURRECTED FROM THE DEAD“Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up and further clothed”1 Thessalonians 4:15-182 Corinthians 5:4THE FURTHER CLOTHED CAUGHT UP
A Message: Kingly Moments on the Mount of Olives
from the Bible: 2 Samuel 15:30-32; Luke 19:28-38
on: Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A Planned Proclamation of the King and Praise of God
A king needs the King
The King is exalted upon His throne and shall return
The King will stand again on the Mount of Olives in glory
A Message: God Glorified in the Protection of His People
from the Bible: Genesis 31:9-55
on: March 17, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s calls for His people to go to the land
God whom we fear protects, while idols are mocked
God as judge vindicates Jacob’s peaceful departure
A Message: Salvation as a Gift of God’s Grace
from the Bible: Genesis 29:31-30:24
on: March 3, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Human preferences do not govern God’s preferred future
- Genesis 29:31-35
Exasperated? Glorify God! He is sovereign in our messes.
Man’s works are no match for a God who listens
- Genesis 30:14-24
A Message: Living as Channels of Mercy
from the Bible: Matthew 18:21-35On: February 25, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
No Finality to Forgiveness
Mercy, Not Justice
An Unforgiving Heart is an Unforgiven Heart
A Message: God at Work
from the Bible: Genesis 29:1-30on: February 18, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
When God is at work, lift your feet and trust His providence
God’s work joins our service to His discipline
God’s work can combine sadness with significance
A Message: Grace From Out of This World
from the Bible: Genesis 28:10-22
on: February 11, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Asleep, the object of God’s surprising grace
Addressed and blessed by overflowing grace
Awoke and impressed by God’s grace
A Message: Misery and Blessing
from the Bible: Genesis 27:41-28:9
on: February 4, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Unwinding the misery of sin – vs. 41-46
flight – vs. 41-43
fear – vs. 44, 45
fatigue – v. 46
Blessed for the journey - 28:1-5
Too little, too late – 28:6-9
A Message: Ways to Rebel Against God’s Indomitable Will
from the Bible: Genesis 26:34--27:40
on: January 28, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Marry unbelievers who are outside the covenant of God
--Gen. 26:34-35
----Esau
Reject God’s Word
--Gen. 27:1-4
----Isaac
Plot sin in the supposed service of God’s Word
--Gen. 27:5-10
----Rebekah
Plead pragmatism rather than principle
--Gen. 27:11-29
----Jacob
Repent with a worldly sorrow
--Gen. 27:30-40
----Esau
AMessage: Same God
from the Bible: Genesis 26:1-33
on: January 21, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
(verse divisions and headings from Davis, GOD’S RASCAL)
Same problems, same promises
-vs. 1-6
Same peril, same protection
-vs. 7-11
Same pressures, same provision
-vs. 12-22
Same place, same peace
-vs. 23-33
A Message: A Prophecy of the LORD Begins to Be Fulfilled
from the Bible: Genesis 25:19-34 (p. 23)
on: January 14, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A prayer leads to struggle, and aprophecy explains it
vs. 19-26
The stronger and weaker are born and develop in the family
vs. 27-31
Despising his birthright, the older lived life as he pleased
vs. 32-34
A Message: Generations of God’s Providence and Grace
from the Bible: Genesis 25:1-19 (p. 23)
on: January 7, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church,Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Tôledôt – genealogy
25:12– the genealogy of Ishmael
25:19 –the genealogy of Isaac
Generations in Genesis – The Tôledôtin history
(from Allen B. Ross, Creation and Blessing)
2:4 – history of the heavens and earth
What became of creation, evil invaded, sin, grace promised.
5:1 – genealogy of Adam
Death, all died except one who walked with God, Enoch
6:9 – the genealogy of Noah
judgment (Flood), “un-creation”, re-creation, grace (6:8)
10:1 – the genealogy of the sons of Noah
Table of Nations, Dispersion and chaos after Tower of Babel
11:10 – the genealogy of Shem (a son of Noah)
Shem is ancestor of Abraham, leading to blessing
11:27 - the geneaology of Terah, (the father of Abram)
The promise of blessing to Abraham and His seed
Call – 12:1-9
Focus on the land – 12:10-15:21
Focus on the seed – 16- 21
Test of Abraham – 22:1-19
Transfer of the promise to the seed of Abraham – 22:20-25:11
land (ch. 23),
seed (ch. 24),
dominion (ch. 25)
The family of the covenant of grace is clarified
25:1-5, 12-18
Tôledôt – v. 12 -genealogy of Ishmael
A covenant keeper gathered to his people, leaving blessing
25:6-11
The family of the covenant of grace isclarified
A Message: A Benediction Imparted In Deed and Truth
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:21-24
on: December 31, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The comfort of concern and caring
vs. 21-22
Peace, love, with faith, from God the Father and Christ
v. 23
Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus, in eternity
v. 24
Opening Sentences - Isaiah 40:1; 40:3-5
First Lesson - God announces in the Garden of Eden that the seed of woman shall bruise the serpent's head. - Genesis 3:8-15
Second Lesson - God promises faithful Abraham that in his seed the nations of the earth shall be blessed. - Genesis 22:13-18
Third Lesson - Christ's Birth and Kingdom Are Foretold by Isaiah. - Isaiah 7:14; 9:2; 9:6-7
Fourth Lesson - The Prophet Micah Foretells the Glory of Bethlehem. - Micah 5:2-5a
Fifth Lesson - The angel Gabriel salutes the virgin Mary. - Luke 1:26-38
Sixth Lesson - The Evangelist Luke tells of the birth of Jesus. - Luke 2:1-7
Seventh Lesson - The Shepherds go the the Manger. - Luke 2:8-20
Eighth Lesson - The wise men are led by the star to Jesus. - Matthew 2:1-12
Ninth Lesson - The Apostle John unfolds the great mystery of the incarnation. - John 1:1-14
Message - "A True Christmas Congregation"
A Message: LOVE: Love Came Down at Christmas
from the Bible: Luke 1:56-2:7
on: December 24, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A great love shown
A promised love performed
A tender love visiting
A Message: JOY: Joy in Community with Christ
from the Bible: Luke 1:39-58
on: December 17, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Facing the joy
Fulfillments of the Lord’s promise are reasons for joy
Foundations of joy
A Message: PEACE:Christ’s Peace Is Powerful
from the Bible: Luke 1:26-38
on: December 10, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s favor will trouble you before it brings you peace
Christ’s peace established through Christ’s kingdom
vs. 31-33
Acts 10:36 and 43
Find peace through submission to God’s Word
A Message: HOPE: Hope Is There For the Believing
from the Bible: Luke 1-25 (p. 902)
on: December 3, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
Introduction
Hope defined certainly - vs. 1-4
Hope declared through God’s Word - v. 5-17
Hope divides because of unbelief and faith - vs. 18-25
A Message: Prayer and Proclamation with Perseverance
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:18-20
on: November 26, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Pray to Put on the Armor of God
-v. 18a
Pray for All the Saints,Persevering and Watchful
Pray for Ambassadors of Christ Who Will Speak Boldly
-vs. 19-20
AMessage: Sufficient For the Saints
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:10-13 on:November 19, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
An armor of God and of Christ is sufficient for the saints
Willing to wage spiritual warfare (TRUTH),
Wearing what’s necessary (RIGHTEOUSNESS),
Walking into spiritual warfare (GOSPEL OF PEACE)
vs. 14, 15
Warding off the wicked one (FAITH),
Watch-care over what we believe (SALVATION),
Wielding the sword of the Spirit (THE WORD OF GOD)
vs. 16, 17
A Message: The Splendid Armor from the Bible: Ephesians 6:10-13on: November 12, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s provision of a splendid and sufficient armor
vs. 10-11a
God’s people are afflicted by supernatural enemies
vs. 11b-12
God’s people are responsible to take up God’s armor
v. 13
A Message: Life at Work as Servants of Christ
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:5-9
on: November 5, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
With heart and goodwill, serve as unto Christ
-v. 5-7
Everyone called to the good in light of the Second Coming
-v. 8
Masters,who have a Master, do good without threatening
-v. 9
A Message: Theology for Worship
from the Bible: Psalm 139:1-24 (p. 554)
on:October 22, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
God Knows All
-- (verses. 1-6)
God is Everywhere and All Powerful
-- (verses. 7-16)
God’s Truth for Life
-- (verses 17-24)
A Message: The Lord Covers the Bases on the Homefront
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:1-4 (p. 1041)
on: October 29, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury,NY
Introduction
Humanity as male and female.
Humanity as a historical being.
Humanity as a material being.
Children, obey your parents in the Lord
-v. 1
Honor father and mother in order to be a repaired for life
-vs. 2-3
Not provoking children, fathers promote the Lord’s training
-v. 4
A Message: Theology for Worship from the Bible: Psalm 139:1-24
on: October 22, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
God Knows All
-- (verses. 1-6)
God is Everywhere and All Powerful
-- (verses. 7-16)
God’s Truth for Life
-- (verses 17-24)
A Message: Motivations for Loving and Submitting
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:28-33
on: October 15, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
The motivation of caring
--vs. 28-29
The motivation of witness
--vs. 30-32
The motivation of mutuality
--v. 33
Vanity of Vanities
Ecclesiastes 1:1-2
The Preacher We Must Hear
The Preacher's Primary Theme
The Preacher's Primary Theme Expounded
A Message: Loving and Submitting
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:22-27 (p. 1041)
on: October 1, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
God’s Creation of humanity and the Salvation of Christ’sChurch
· vs. 23, 25-27
Wives are commanded to submit to their own husbands
· vs. 22, 24
Husbands are commanded to love their wives
· vs. 25
A Message: From the Miry Clay to the Solid Rock
from the Bible: Psalm 40on: September 24, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Rescued from the pit by the Living LORD
– vs. 1-5
Righteousness from Christ proclaimed in His Church
– vs. 6-10
Rejoicing in the LORD’s preservation of the saints
-vs. 11-17
A Message: Walk in Wisdom
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:15-21
on: September 17, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Walk in Love – v. 2
Walk in Light- v. 8
Walk in Wisdom – v. 15
Facts – vs. 15-17
Fuel – v. 18
Faith – vs. 19-21
A Message: The Love, the Life, the Light
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:1-14 (p. 1040)
on: September 10, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Christ’s love is the foundation of our walk in love - vs. 1-2
Christ’s rule in our life requires our walk of holiness - vs. 3-7
Christ will give us light so that we walk as children of light - vs. 8-14
A Message: Is Your Mind Learning Christ ... Or Not?
from the Bible: Ephesians 4:17-24
on: August 27, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Futility of mind leads to being given over to serious sin
vs. 17-20
Romans 1:20-24 (p. 999)
Learn Christ and put off the old man
vs. 21-22
Be renewed in your mind and put on the new man
vs. 23-24
Guest preacher and friend of RRPC, Rev. Bill Shishko, is a long-time pastor and church planter in Commack, NY, for the OPC.
A Message: Together from Death to Life for a Purpose
from the Bible: Ephesians 2:19-22
on: June 18, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
No longer foreigners, we are now fellow citizens and family on a firm foundation
vs. 19, 20
Strength and Stability built upon Christ
No longer dead, we are growing into a holy temple in the Lord
v. 21
Growth in the Lord
No longer drifting, we are built together for a purpose, to be the dwelling place of God in the Spirit
v. 22
A corporate intimacy in the Holy Spirit
Sermon Outline Introduction
v. 15
Christ Creates Something New from the Two
v. 16
Lasting Peace through the Cross
vs. 17 and 18
All believers have access by the Holy Spirit to the Father
A Message: God’s Triumph in Space and Time
from the Bible: Ephesians 1:15-23 (p. 1038)
on: May 7, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Faith in Jesus and love from Him is a reason for prayer!
vs. 15 and 16
The hope of God’s calling of us in time
vs. 17, 18, 20b
God’s power toward us is proven by Christ’s place
A Message: Salvation in Time
from the Bible: Ephesians 1:7-14 (p. 1038)
on: April 30, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A blessing planned before the foundation of the world
blesses us in the heavenly places in Christ
vs. 1-6
Redemption now through Christ’s blood
brings forgiveness abounding in all wisdom
vs. 7-8
The Father’s good pleasure in the fullness of the times
is to gather together in one, all things in Christ
vs. 9-10
An inheritance for the future is predestined for us and is
received as we trust in Christ, sealed with the Holy Spirit
vs. 11-14
A Message: Christ the Center
from the Bible: Ephesians 1:1-7 (p. 1038)
on: April 23, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction –
Christ the Center of every blessing – vs. 1-3
Christ the Center of God’s choosing - v. 4, 5
4a – before the foundation of the world
– election
4b – that we should be holy and without blame before Him
5b – predestined . . . according to the good pleasure of His will
Christ the Center of God’s saving – vs. 4-7
sanctification – v. 4 - for holiness and without blame before Him in love
adoption - v. 5 -having predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself
justification - v. 6, 7 – to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which he made us accepted in the Beloved, in Him we have redemption through His blood . . .according to the riches of His grace
A Message: The Knowledge of God
in the Realm of King Jesus
from the Bible: Colossians 1:3-14 (p. 1045)
on: April 16, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Verses 3-4, 13-14
THE WAY INTO THE KINGDOM: CONVEYED INTO CHRIST’S KINGDOM OF LOVE THROUGH FAITH
Verses 5-6, 9-12
THE SUBSTANCE OF THE KINGDOM: The Knowledge of God and Its Fruit
Verses 7-8
MESSENGERS OF THE KINGDOM: SERVANTS OF LOVE
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A Message: Preaching King Jesus
from the Bible: Matthew 28:1-10 (p. 881)
on: April 9, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
vs. 5-7
The Joyful Worship of King Jesus
vs. 8-10
The Power of King Jesus vs. 1-4The Crucified King Jesus Is Risen and Going Before You
A Message: The Prophesied King Arrived Publicly
from the Bible: Genesis 49:8-11 (p. 48),
Zechariah 9:9-12 (p. 838), Matthew 21:1-17 (p. 870)
on: April 2, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Recognizing the authority of a real king
vs. 1-7
Calling upon the king
vs. 7-11
The coming judgment of the king
vs. 12-17
A Message: Abandoning the Old, Living Anew
from the Bible: Ephesians 4:17—5:2
on: March 26, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Saying No to the Old Life
Verses 4:17-19
The New Man
Verses 4:20-24
Putting Off and Putting On
Verses 4:25-5:2
A Message: God Is At Work Behind the Scenes
from the Bible: Genesis 24 (p. 20)
on: March 19, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s promise does not allow us to punt
verses 1-9
God’s providence pushes the ball down the field
verses 10-61
God’s provision scores for the “home” team
verses 62-67
A Message: Promises Not Exhausted In Our Lifetime
from the Bible: Genesis 23 (p. 20)
on: March 12, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Abraham mourned for Sarahmourning is a common sorrow of God’s peoplevs. 1-2
Abraham was a foreigner and visitorpilgrimage is our path, not just the patriarch’svs. 3-6
Abraham buried Sarah’s body in a cave deeded to himsmall is all we may receive, but small faith in a big God is goodvs. 7-20
A Message: The LORD Tests His People
from the Bible: Genesis 22 (p. 19)
on: March 5, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Abraham hears God’s command and acts upon it
vs. 1-6
Abraham hears his son and believes the LORD will provide
vs. 7-10
Abraham hears the Angel of the LORD and is blessed
vs. 11-24
A Message: Faithful Forever
from the Bible: Genesis 21 (p. 18)
on: February 26, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Proven from beginning to end
vs. 1-7 and 33-34
Protective in more than one way
vs. 8-12 and 13-21
Providing as One “with us”
vs. 22-34
A Message: God’s Grace for Our Ruts
from the Bible: Genesis 20 (p. 18)
on: February 19, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Threat to the seed of the womanvs. 1-7
Trepidation and patterns of sin flow from a faith that faltersvs. 8-13Thrust into service by God’s gracevs. 14-18
A Message: An Exuberant Declaration of Faith
from the Bible: Psalm 27 (p. 493)on: February 12, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
A. A Confidence in God (verses 1-3)
B. A Desire for God (verses 4-6)
C. A Calling on God & exhortation (verses 7-14)
A Message: Sin’s Spread and God’s Judgment
from the Bible: Genesis 19 (p. 16)on: February 5, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Matthew 11:23-24 (p. 859)
A man saved as through fire – drifting – vs. 1-3
2 Peter 2:6-8 (p. 1080)
1 Cor. 3:15 (p. 1014)
Lot lost a pilgrimage with the LORD – 13:10-13 (p. 12)
Lot lost his moral backbone – vs. 7-8
Lot lost his credible witness – vs. 12-14
Lot lost a sense of fear – vs. 16ff
Lot lost his family in God’s eyes – vs. 26
Lot lost his very possessions – v. 30
Lot lost custody of his body, leading to idolatry– vs. 30-38
-carnal seduction – Baal Peor, Numbers 25:1-5
-religious perversion – Molech (Milcom), Lev. 18:21, Jer. 49:1
A city of man lost – Divine judgment – vs. 1-11, 23-29
A man of God remembered – vs. 27-29
A Message: God’s Humble Confidant
from the Bible: Genesis 18:16-33 (p. 16)on: January 29, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The righteous, just, LORD is close to His people in Christ
vs. 16-22
The righteous LORD listens to His people pray
vs. 23-26
The patient LORD does not weary to hear His people
vs. 27-33
A Message: Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?
from the Bible: Genesis 18 (p. 15)on: January 22, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
In the heat of the day, the LORD shows up
vs. 1-5
In fellowship with the Lord, we gain insight from Him
vs. 6-10
In the midst of our doubts we hear the LORD’s promise
vs, 11-15
A Message: The Almighty God Who Makes a Covenant With Us
from the Bible: Genesis 17 (p. 14)on: January 15, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction – verses 1-2
(v. 4) As for Me,
behold, My covenant is with you…a father of many nations
verses 3-8
Indescribable gifts not ruined by death
(vs. 15, 16) As for Sarai your wife . . .
…I will bless her and also give you a son by her
verses 15-22
The way the LORD chooses to fulfill his promises brings dignity
(v. 9) As for You,
you shall keep My covenant, you and your descendants
verses 9-14, 23-27
Devotion to the grace of God by consecration and extension
A Message: Seeing the LORD Work in the Midst of Sin
from the Bible: Genesis 16 (p. 14)on: January 8, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The pathos of difficulty
vs. 1-3
Scripture helps us see a picture of pain
The falsehood of sin
vs. 4-6
We see the effects of sin
The marvelous LORD is revealed
vs. 7-16
We see “You-Are-the-God-Who-Sees”
A Message: Assurance Through God’s Covenant
from the Bible: Genesis 15:7-21 (p. 13)on: January 1, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Abram knows the drill, but it’s a darker drill than he thought
vs. 7-12
Full disclosure is the best policy when cutting a covenant
vs. 13-16
When God showed up and took responsibility for the check
vs. 17-21
A Message: When We Know We Really Need Christmas
from the Bible: Luke 2:8-14on: December 25, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
We learn of a night that was real–v. 8We see a darkness that is still here
We learn of an angel who spoke good news in that day–vs. 9-12We hear a hope that we need until this dayWe learn of the heavenly host giving glory to God– vs. 13-14We gain a purpose for which we can live forever
A Message: PEACE: The Shepherd King
from the Bible: Micah 2:12-13 (p. 819); 5:1-6 (p. 821),Luke 2:1-7 (p. 905)on: December 4, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The One Whose goings are from old was born in Bethlehem
Micah 5:1, 2
The Shepherd King born of a woman brings a uniting peace
Micah 5:3, 2:12, 13
The Shepherd King rules and feeds His flock for their peace
Micah 5:4-6
A Message: HOPE: The Raised Tabernacle of David
from the Bible: Zechariah 3:1-10, Amos 9:11-15
on: November 27, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Hope promisedfor all kinds of people who do not walk in denialAmos 9:11-15Hope fulfilledfor a sinner accounted righteous by the LORDZechariah 3:1-5Hope accomplishedby bringing forth of the MessiahZechariah 3:6-10
A Message: Faith In the LORD
from the Bible: Genesis 15:1-6 (p. 13)
on: November 20, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The word of the LORD reveals:
who the LORD is
vs. 1-3
The word of the LORD portrays:
a picture of blessing
vs. 4, 5
The LORD was believed:
the LORD counted him as righteous
v. 6
A Message: The God Most High From Whom Our Blessings Come from the Bible: Genesis 14 (p. 12)
on: November 13, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A Rescue and Return of Family vs. 1-16
Blessings Received with Gratitude to God vs. 17-21
Intrusion of the Wicked Rebuffed vs. 22-24
A Message: GOD’S COVENANT PROMISE IS CHALLENGED – PART 2 from the Bible: Genesis 13 (p. 12)
on: November 6, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Worshipping the LORD . . . . . . through the shedding of blood vs. 1-4 Following the LORD . . . . . . in the world vs. 5-13
Blessed by the LORD . . .
. . . forever
vs. 14-18
A Message: GOD’S COVENANT PROMISE IS CHALLENGED from the Bible: Genesis 12:10-20 (p. 12)
on: October 30, 2022 – a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
preached by: Rev. Edward Suffern
Introduction
Gen. 12:7 – To your descendants I will give this land.
Gen. 12:10-20 – descendants
Gen. 13 – this land
Abram’s wife and descendants by Abram are threatened vs. 10-13 A marriage is threatened: half-truths, not the whole truth The woman is compromised by Abram’s forced deception vs. 14-16
A marriage is denied: deception leads to detachment
Abram’s wife and descendants rescued through plagues
vs. 17-20
A marriage is upheld: retribution and the reality of grace
A Message: Blessed to Be a Blessing
from the Bible: Genesis 11:1-9 (p. 11)
on: October 2, 2022 – a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
preached by: Rev. Edward Suffern
Introduction
A covenant to which God is committed, blessing us vs. 1-3
A call from God requiring lock, stock and barrel obedience
vs. 4-6
A conquest of blessing at altars to the LORD
vs. 7-9
A Message: God’s Plan for Salvation
from the Bible: Genesis 11:10-12:5(p. 11)
on: September 25, 2022 – a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
preached by: Rev. Edward Suffern
Introduction
CONFUSED PEOPLE
COMPROMISED PEOPLE
COVENANT PEOPLE
A Message: Cosmic Rebellion: The Tower of Babel
from the Bible: Genesis 11:1-9 (p. 10)
on: September 18, 2022 – a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
preached by: Rev. Edward Suffern
Introduction
Come, let us build ourselves a city, and a tower . . .
Let us make a name for ourselves
Lest we be scattered abroad over the . . . earth
Message: One Creator, One Humanity, One Savior from the Bible: Genesis 10 (p. 10)
on: September 11, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
One humanity under the one Creator is dispersed 10:5, 10:18, 10:32
Salvation is rooted in time and space
God’s concern for all kinds through the elect who blesses
Message: The Reliable God from the Bible: Genesis 6:17-18, 8:20-9:17
on: August 28, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Structure of the History of the Flood: (adapted from Bernhard W. Anderson, Gordon Wenham, Allen P. Ross)
A - Corruption and Violence in creation – 6:11-12
B - Resolve to destroy and building of an ark – 6:13-22 C– The Lord commands a remnant, “Come into the ark” – 7:1-9 D – Beginning of the flood – 7:10-16 E – Flood for 150 days, mountains covered – 7:17-24
E’ – Flood recedes 150 days, mountains appear – 8:1b-5 D’ – The earth dries – 8:6-14 C’–God commands the remnant to “Go out of the ark” – 8:15-19 B’–Resolve to preserve order and building of an altar– 8:20-22 A’ – Renewal of creation by covenant – 9:1-17 Introduction
The first Noahic covenant, of special grace – 6:17-19, 8:20
A particular expression of the covenant of grace to Noah’s family, established by sacrifice
The second Noahic covenant, of common grace - 8:21-22a, 9:8-17
A general expression of a covenant of common grace to every living creature of all flesh, promising the preservation of life, while the earth remains.
Respecting life – 8:22, 9:1-7
8:22 – God establishes the rhythms of life while the earth remains
9:1-6 – Humanity is commanded to pursue a stewardship of life
9:7 – Humanity is commanded to fruitfulness and multiplication of life
Message: Thriving or Surviving from the Bible: Genesis 8:6-8:19
on: August 21, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Structure of the History of the Flood: (adapted from Bernhard W. Anderson, Gordon Wenham, Allen P. Ross)
A - Corruption and Violence in creation – 6:11-12
B - Resolve to destroy and building of an ark – 6:13-22 C– The Lord commands a remnant, “Come into the ark” – 7:1-9 D – Beginning of the flood – 7:10-16 E – Flood for 150 days, mountains covered – 7:17-24
E’ – Flood recedes 150 days, mountains appear – 8:1b-5 D’ – The earth dries – 8:6-14 C’–God commands the remnant to “Go out of the ark” – 8:15-19 B’–Resolve to preserve order and building of an altar– 8:20-22 A’ – Renewal of creation by covenant – 9:1-17 Introduction
A True Revelation of a New Beginning for Life
(Months are lunar months, 30 days) – adapted from Derek Kidner
Genesis Dates (in terms
VersesEventsof Noah’s life)
7:11 The flood begins 2/17/600
7:12,17 Cataclysm until the 40th day3/26/600
7:24Prevailing waters until the 150th day 7/17/600
8:4 The ark rests on the mountains of Ararat 7/17/600
8:5 Tops of the mountains were seen 10/1/600
8:6, 7 Raven sent 11/10/600
8:8 Dove sent (note another 7 days, v.10 11/17/600
8:10, 11 Dove and the leaf 11/24/600
8:12 Dove departs 12/1/600
8:13 The ground appears dry 1/1/601
8:14ff The earth was dried; command to Get out 2/27/601
Signs of Life – 8:6-14
Waiting for God’s Command - 8:15-19
Message: Remembered While Riding Out the Storm from the Bible: Genesis 7:17-8:5
on: July 31, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Structure of the History of the Flood: (adapted from Bernhard W. Anderson, Gordon Wenham, Allen P. Ross)
A - Corruption and Violence in creation – 6:11-12
B - Resolve to destroy and building of an ark – 6:13-22 C– The Lord commands a remnant, “Come into the ark” – 7:1-9 D – Beginning of the flood – 7:10-16 E – Flood for 150 days, mountains covered – 7:17-24
E’ – Flood recedes 150 days, mountains appear – 8:1b-5 D’ – The earth dries – 8:6-14 C’–God commands the remnant to “Go out of the ark” – 8:15-19 B’–Resolve to preserve order and building of an altar– 8:20-22 A’ – Renewal of creation by covenant – 9:1-17 Rising and Reigning waters of judgment
7:17-24
Remembered
8:1 Restrained rain and Receding waters
8:1-5
Message: Trust and Obey from the Bible: Genesis 7:1-16 (p. 7)
on: July 24, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Hebrews 11:7 (p. 1069)
Structure of the History of the Flood: (adapted from Bernhard W. Anderson, Gordon Wenham, Allen P. Ross)
A - Corruption and Violence in creation – 6:11-12
B - Resolve to destroy and building of an ark – 6:13-22 C– The Lord commands a remnant, “Come into the ark” – 7:1-9 D – Beginning of the flood – 7:10-16 E – Flood for 150 days, mountains covered – 7:17-24
E’ – Flood recedes 150 days, mountains appear – 8:1b-5 D’ – The earth dries – 8:6-14 C’–God commands the remnant to “Go out of the ark” – 8:15-19 B’–Resolve to preserve order and building of an altar– 8:20-22 A’ – Renewal of creation by covenant – 9:1-17 Command to Noah and his household to enter the ark
vs. 1-5
righteous before Me – v. 1
Command to go into the ark explained
vs. 6-9 because of the waters of the flood – v. 7
Command fulfilled: shut in for salvation or shut out forever
vs. 10-16
and the LORD shut him in – v. 16
Message: The Flood and a New Beginning
from the Bible: Genesis 6:9-22 (p. 7)
on: July 17, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Gen. 2:4- heavens and earth inhabited personally
Gen. 5:1- hope for salvation progresses genealogically
Gen. 6:9, 10- destruction is followed providentially by a new beginning
Structure of the History of the Flood: A - Corruption and Violence in creation – 6:11-12 B - Resolve to destroy and building of an ark – 6:13-22 C – The Lord commands a remnant, “Come into the ark” – 7:1-9 D – Beginning of the flood – 7:10-16 E – Flood for 150 days, mountains covered – 7:17-24
E’ – Flood recedes 150 days, mountains appear – 8:1b-5 D’ – The earth dries – 8:6-14 C’ – God commands the remnant to “Go out of the ark” – 8:15-19 B’ – Resolve to preserve order and building of an altar – 8:20-22 A’ – Renewal of creation by covenant – 9:1-17 Grace amidst violence and corruption vs. 9-12
Destruction pronounced with command to build an ark
vs. 13-17, 22
Two by two means a new beginning
vs. 18-22
Message: Man is Looking and So Is God! from the Bible: Genesis 6:1-8 (p. 6)
on: July 10, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
In the eyes of the LORD:
Grace Needed v. 8 The sons of God saw the daughters of men: Willful Sin vs. 1-4
The LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great – Destruction planned vs. 5-7
Message: Death and Signs of Life from the Bible: Genesis 5:1-32 (p. 6)
on: July 3, 2022 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
BIRTH, LIFE and DEATH are generated from the First Adam
Enoch: Walking with God leads to life Lamech and Noah: A father’s hope for the future
Message: The Seed of the Serpent and of the Woman from the Bible: Genesis 4:13-26 (p. 5)
on: June 19, 2022 at: 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
What happens to the seed of the serpent:
Cursed Cain – vs. 13-16
What arises among the seed of the serpent:
Civilization and Sinful Patterns – vs. 17-24
What is prioritized among the seed of the woman:
Christ coming and the LORD called upon – vs. 25-26
Message: Of the Two, Which Applies to You? from the Bible: Genesis 4:1-12 (p. 5)
on: June 12, 2022 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Two sons and their offerings – vs. 1-5
Two responses to temptation – vs. 6-9
Two kinds of blood – vs. 10-12
Message: Spirit of the Living God from the Bible:Ezekiel 36:22-38(p. 766), Acts 2:36-41 (p. 967 )
on: June 5, 2022 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Break me – SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH ME Acts 2: 36, 37
Melt me – I NEED CHANGE Acts 2:38, 39, Ez. 36:26, 27 Mold me – I NEED LIFE Ez. 36:22, 23, 32, 33-38 Fill me – I NEED THE SPIRIT Ez. 36:27, 28, Acts 2:38-41
A Message: So How Do You Get to Life After All That?! from the Bible: Genesis 3:20-24 (p. 5)
on: May 29, 2022 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Faith in God’s Promise Leads to Life v. 20
Life in God’s Presence requires God’s covering v. 21
Adam and Eve driven out for protection and for God’s glory vs. 22-24
A Message: A Sentence of Chastisement from the Bible: Genesis 3:16-19 (p. 5)
on: May 22, 2022 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Sentenced to chastisement after grace is revealed
Sorrow in childbirth and the rule of husbands
Sweat for food until we return to the ground as dust
A Message:The Devil’s Lie: “All Good People Go to Heaven” from the Bible: Luke 18:18-23
on: May 8, 2022 - a.m. service
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
presented by: Ruling Elder Ken Burl
Introduction
A. Verses 18-19: Crucial Questions
B. Verses 20-21: Reflection of an Unregenerate Heart
C. Verses 22-23: What Good People Lack
A Message: A Truth Worth Telling from the Bible: Matthew 27:61-28:20
on: April 24, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A report of a lie which proves the empty tomb 27:61-66, 28:11-15
A testimony of the truth which declares the Risen Lord 28:1-10, 16
A command from Jesus for us to make disciples 28:16-20
A Message: Some Surprises of Christ’s Death and Resurrection from the Bible: Matthew 27:50-61 (p. 880)
on: April 17, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Access 27:50-52
New Life 27:52-54
Fellowship 27:53-61, 28:8-10
A Message: Here’s the King, and He Knows It! from the Bible: Luke 19:28-48 (p. 929)
on: April 10, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The King planned his humble arrival in Jerusalem vs. 28-35
The King who will be praised vs. 36-40
Rejecting the King of peace will bring destruction v. 41-44
A Message: Seeds Planted After the Fall
from the Bible: Genesis 3:8-15(p. 5)
on: April 3, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Seeds of shame and blame vs. 8-13
Enmity between the serpent’s seed and the woman’s Seed vs. 14-15
The seed of a covenant of grace leading to the Seed, Christ v. 15
A Message: God’s Covenant of Life
from the Bible: Genesis 3:1-7(p. 4)
on: March 27, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s covenant of life is attacked with cunning and lies
vs. 1-5
God’s covenant command was heard but not heeded
v. 6
God’s covenant rejected produces a pathetic cover up
v. 7
A Message: What Makes Marriage Different
from the Bible: Genesis 2:24-25 (p. 4)
on: March 20, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
An exclusive relationship
A permanent relationship
A uniting relationship
At ease in this relationship
A Message: Our Basic Need and God’s Provision
from the Bible: Genesis 2:18-23 (p. 4)
on: March 13, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Lonely, with a remedy not found
– vs. 18-20
Adam wounded in the side, and a woman is brought to man
-vs. 21, 22
Twice refined, a crown is made for the head, Adam
– vs. 23
A Message: Life in the Garden that God Planted
from the Bible: Genesis 2:8-17 (p. 4)
on: March 6, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Man formed by the LORD had good food and good work
vs. 8, 9, 15, 16
Rivers, precious gold and stones, may point to a temple
v. 10-15
Two trees stand in the midst of the garden
v. 9, 17
A Message: God’s Purpose in History
from the Bible: Genesis 2:4-8 (p. 4)
on: February 27, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction – History is “His” story
Generations lead to the future, in the garden and Genesis
v. 4 and 8
Creation reaches its climax and pivot point in humanity
v. 5-7
Adam was specially formed and placed for a purpose
v. 7, 8
A Message: “Being Grasped by God’s Grace: Loving the Unlovely”
from the Bible: Jonah 4:1-11 on: February 10, 2022 a.m.
preached by: Elder Ken Burl
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Jonah’s anger and accusation (Jonah 4:1-5)
God’s Lesson for Jonah (Jonah 4:6-9)
God’s Final Word (Jonah 4:10-11)
A Message: Fine, Finished and Followed by Rest
from the Bible: Genesis 1:31-2:3 (p. 4)
on: February 13, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Fine – 1:31
very good: everything that He had made
Finished - 2:1
finished: the heavens, the earth, all the host of them
Followed by Rest on the Seventh Day – 2:2, 3
A Message: Set Apart
from the Bible: Genesis 1:26-31 (p. 3)
on: February 6, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The First Day, Light: Prepared for Life
The Second Day, Sky: Room for Life
The Third Day, Land and Plants: Life Takes Root
The Fourth Day, Sun and Moon: Two Lights Divide
The Fifth Day, Sea Creatures and Birds:
Every Kind Fruitful and Multiplying
The Sixth Day, Man and Beast:
Man, Created in God’s Image, Is Given Dominion
Humanity set apart – v. 26
by the divine plan - Let Us make man
by the divine pattern - in Our image, according to Our likeness
by the divine purpose - let them have dominion
A Message: Beautiful and Flourishing: It Was Good
from the Bible: Genesis 1:14-25 (p. 3)
on: January 30, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The First Day, Light: Prepared for Life
The Second Day, Sky: Room for Life
The Third Day, Land and Plants: Life Takes Root
The Fourth Day, Sun and Moon:Two Lights Rule
The Fifth Day, Sea Creatures and Birds:
Every Kind Fruitful and Multiplying
The Sixth Day, Man and Beast:
Man, Created in God’s Image, Is Given Dominion
vs. 14-19 - The Fourth Day of Creation:
Ruling
Symmetry between Days 1-3 and Days 4-6
vs. 20-23 - The Fifth Day of Creation:
Abound according to their kind in waters and sky
The creation of living, breathing,
creatures and birds
blessed to be fruitful and multiply
vs. 24-25 The Sixth Day of Creation:
According to their kind on the earth
The creation of living, breathing,
livestock,
creeping things and
beasts of the earth
irreducible complexity and intelligent design
A Message: It’s About Life
from the Bible: Genesis 1:3-13 (p. 3)
on: January 23, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
love – The Trinity
light – the evening and the morning
... and life!
The First Day: Life Prepared For
vs. 3-5
The Second Day: Room for Life
vs. 6-8
The Third Day: Life Takes Root
vs. 9-13
A Message:Let's Start at the Very Beginning:
Love and Light
from the Bible: Genesis 1:1-5 (p. 3), John 1:1-5 (p. 938)
on: January 16, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.
v. 1
creation of everything out of nothing
The Spirit and the Word active in creation
vs. 2-3
creation flowing from love
The good from God that brings us hope
vs. 4-5
creation of the light
A Message: Two Suppers and the King
from the Bible: Revelation 19:6-21
on: January 2, 2022 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Blessed and called to the marriage supper of the Lamb
vs. 6-10
The Battle Procession of the Kings of Kings
vs. 11-16
Defeated and devoured at the supper of the great God
vs. 17-21
A Message: The King is Glorified!
from the Bible: Luke 2:8-20 (p. 905)
on: December 26, 2021 - a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The good news declared glorifies God in the highest
vs. 8-14 When “this thing” is seen, God gets the glory vs. 15-16
God is glorified in both the telling and treasuring of Jesus
vs. 17-20
A Message: Born a King: The King Protected
from the Bible: Matthew 2:13-23 (p. 850),
on: December 19, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
An earthly king threatened to destroy Jesus, the King vs. 13-16 The King returned to save His people vs. 17-20
The King lived where He was called a Nazarene vs. 21-23
A Message: Born a King: King of the Jews,
To Be Worshiped By All
from the Bible: Matthew 2:1-12 (p. 849),
on: December 12, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Where is He? . . . we have come to worship Him
vs. 1, 2
False worshipers who learn of the king but who do not believe
vs. 3-8
Resolved to worship the King as they follow His star
vs. 9-12
A Message: Born a King: Firstborn
from the Bible: Matthew 1:18-25 (p. 849),
Psalm 89:24-29 (p. 528)
on: December 5, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction A man not consulted before the Spirit conceived a Son
vs. 18-20
A Son planned in advance, a savior and solace of sinners
vs. 21-23
An informed and believing stepfather to the firstborn Son
vs. 24-25
A Message: Born a King: The Royal Son,
Begotten of Men and Women
from the Bible: Matthew 1:1-17 (p. 849)
on: November 28, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction Jesus Christ, the Son of David
Women noted in the genealogy
1:3 – Tamar – a forgotten woman
1:5 – Rahab – a believing woman
1:5 – Ruth – a virtuous woman
1:6 – the wife of Uriah – Bathsheba, a mourning woman
1:16 – Mary, of whom was born Jesus
Jesus Christ, the Son of Abraham
A Message: Thanksgiving Brings Rest from God
from the Bible: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30
on: November 21, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
verses 1-13 Standing before the LORD while facing a great multitude The LORD judges your situation
verses 14-25 Singing praise reveals faith in the LORD Who ambushes His enemies The LORD prevails in your situation
verses 26-30 Blessing the LORD settles down finally into rest from God The LORD brings quiet and rest all around
A Message: Living by the Power of God
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 13:1-10
on: November 7, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The Power of God strengthens the weak
vs. 1-4
The Fruit of the Power of God
vs. 5-7
The Power of God on the Foundation of the Lord Jesus
vs. 8-10
A Message: The Power of the Word
from the Bible: 2 Chronicles 34 (p. 414
on: October 31, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The Word Works
vs. 1-19
The Word Divides
vs. 20-28
The Word Unites
vs. 29-33
Third message in a fall conference series, "What is Our Only Comfort?", which brings comfort from the Bible as confessed in the first question and answer of the the Heidelberg Catchism.
The Heidelberg Catechism
Q. 1- What is your only comfort in life and death?
A. That I, with body and soul, both in life and death, am not my own, but belong unto my faithful Savior Jesus Christ, who, with His precious blood, hath fully satisfied for all my sins, and delivered me from all the power of the devil; and so preserves me that, without the will of my heavenly Father, not a hair can fall from my head, yea, that all things must be subservient to my salvation; and therefore, by His Holy Spirit, He also assures me of eternal life, and makes me sincerely willing and ready, henceforth to live unto Him.
Fourth message in a fall conference series, "What is Our Only Comfort?", which brings comfort from the Bible as confessed in the first question and answer of the the Heidelberg Catchism.
The Heidelberg Catechism
Q. 1- What is your only comfort in life and death?
A. That I, with body and soul, both in life and death, am not my own, but belong unto my faithful Savior Jesus Christ, who, with His precious blood, hath fully satisfied for all my sins, and delivered me from all the power of the devil; and so preserves me that, without the will of my heavenly Father, not a hair can fall from my head, yea, that all things must be subservient to my salvation; and therefore, by His Holy Spirit, He also assures me of eternal life, and makes me sincerely willing and ready, henceforth to live unto Him.
Second message in a fall conference series, "What is Our Only Comfort?", which brings comfort from the Bible as confessed in the first question and answer of the the Heidelberg Catchism.
The Heidelberg Catechism
Q. 1- What is your only comfort in life and death?
A. That I, with body and soul, both in life and death, am not my own, but belong unto my faithful Savior Jesus Christ, who, with His precious blood, hath fully satisfied for all my sins, and delivered me from all the power of the devil; and so preserves me that, without the will of my heavenly Father, not a hair can fall from my head, yea, that all things must be subservient to my salvation; and therefore, by His Holy Spirit, He also assures me of eternal life, and makes me sincerely willing and ready, henceforth to live unto Him.
First message in a fall conference series, "What is Our Only Comfort?", which brings comfort from the Bible as confessed in the first question and answer of the the Heidelberg Catchism.The Heidelberg Catechism
Q. 1- What is your only comfort in life and death?
A. That I, with body and soul, both in life and death, am not my own, but belong unto my faithful Savior Jesus Christ, who, with His precious blood, hath fully satisfied for all my sins, and delivered me from all the power of the devil; and so preserves me that, without the will of my heavenly Father, not a hair can fall from my head, yea, that all things must be subservient to my salvation; and therefore, by His Holy Spirit, He also assures me of eternal life, and makes me sincerely willing and ready, henceforth to live unto Him.
A Message: Bear Fruit by Hearing and Accepting the Word
from the Bible: Mark 4:1-20
on: October 17, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Lives that yield no fruit
The wayside - vs. 4, 15
NEVER IS JESUS OUR SAVIOR
The stony ground – vs. 5-6, 16-17
NEVER IS JESUS OUR LORD
The thorny ground – vs. 7, 18-19
NEVER IS JESUS OUR ALL IN ALL
Who is this one who is calling you to hear and understand?
vs. 9-12
Yield a Crop That Springs Up
The good ground – vs. 8 & 20
JESUS, YOUR SAVIOR,
JESUS, YOUR LORD,
JESUS, YOUR ALL IN ALL
A Message: The Who, What & Where of Perseverance
from the Bible: 1 John 2:28-3:3
on: October 10, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
presented by: Elder Ken Burl
Introduction
Who we belong to
2:28-29
What we are
3:1
Where are we going
3:2, 3
A Message: Authenticating Apostleship
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:12-21
on: October 3, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Apostolic Signs
v. 12
Apostolic Sacrifice
vs. 13-18
Apostolic Concerns
vs. 19-21
A Message: Signs that God is at Work
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:9-12
on: September 26, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God at work in a believer’s weaknesses
vs. 9-10
God’s work is everything and fills up our “nothing”.
v. 11
God at work through the apostles proving their authority
v. 12
A Message: Christ’s Power in the Midst
Of Our Weaknesses
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:5-10
on: September 12, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Foolish boasting is restrained by buffeting
vs. 5-7
Prayer is answered by Christ with His grace and power
vs.8-9a
Christ’s power rests like shekinah glory on our weak selves
vs. 9b-10
A Message: A Glimpse of Heaven
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:1-4
on: September 5, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God knows:
Paul caught up to the third heaven and into Paradise
God reveals:
Paul's revelation concerning heaven
God saves:
A future in heaven!
A Message: Boasting in the Right Stuff
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33
on: August 29, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A Pattern of Sound Words from 2 Corinthians
1:20- All the promises of God are fulfilled in Christ
2:14-16- Witness as Christ’s fragrance diffuses His knowledge
3:18- Sanctification by the Spirit, as we behold Christ’s glory
4:5-6, 17-18- The new creation and glorification, beholding Him
5:21- Justification by double imputation
6:14-18- God’s dwelling and walk in His church, a holy temple
7:9, 10- Godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation
8:9- Christ’s grace revealed in His incarnation and passion
9:8- Service by generous, good works powered by God’s grace
10:4, 5- Minds captive to Christ as strongholds are pulled down
Paul’s reason for his boasting – vs. 16-21
The boasting itself – vs. 22-29
The theme of Paul’s boasting – vs. 30-33
A Message: A Child Received Means a Church Blessed
from the Bible: Mark 9:30-41, 10:13-16
on: August 15, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Receiving children in Jesus’ Name brings
blessing and belonging
9:36-41
Jesus’ receiving of children portrays how we all need to
receive the kingdom as a little child
10:13-16
The baptism of households displays God’s covenant of
belonging through grace from the Old Testament to New
Acts 10:2, 47-48, 11:14 – Cornelius’ household
Acts 16:14, 15 – Lydia’s household
Acts 16:30-34 – the Philippian jailer
A Message: A Bride Worth Fighting For
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15
on: August 1, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Leaders jealously guard Christ’s bride from false teaching
vs. 1-4
Satan seeks to deceive through crafty transformations
vs. 3, 13-15
Defend the gospel of God and the truth of Christ
vs. 5-12
A Message: What It Is All About
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 10:7-18
on: July 25, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Christ’s authority builds you up into conformity to Christ
vs. 7-11
Extending the gospel to regions beyond is a godly goal vs. 12-16
Glorying in the Lord is paramount
vs. 17, 18
A Message: The Church as a Community of Grace
from the Bible: 1 Thessalonians 5:9-24
on: July 11, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
presented by: Mr. Ryan Alsheimer
Grace Received (v9-10)
Grace Given (v11-22)
Grace Guaranteed (v23-24)
A Message: Christ is the Gift That Keeps on Giving
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15
on: July 4, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Grace abounds toward you
vs. 8-9
Readiness is a form of generosity
vs. 1-5
Cheerful giving is a form of sowing that bears a harvest
vs. 6-8, 10-11
Giving brings glory to God
vs. 12-15
A Message: The Stewardship of the Grace of Giving
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24, Ephesians 3:1-13
on: June 27, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Stewardship of grace by trusted leaders
Zealous stewardship -vs. 16, 17
Three types of faithful stewards – vs. 16-23
Stewardship for God’s glory - vs. 19, 21, 23, 24
A Message: Extravagant Grace Generates Grace-Filled Giving
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
on: June 20, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Sincerity of our love as we respond to Christ’s grace
vs. 8, 9
Diligence of giving first to the Lord and then to the church
vs. 1-7
Willing completion, according to what one has vs. 10-15
A Message: Changed Christians in Whom We Have Confidence
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 7:8-16
on: June 6, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction The right sorrow and its place in our lives
vs. 6-10
WE DO NOT LIVE IN DENIAL
Godly sorrow working itself out in practice
vs. 11-12
WE ARE MORE THAN TALKERS
Relief flowing from repentance in the sight of God vs. 13-16 WE ARE REFRESHING PEOPLE
A Message: Depressed Does Not Mean Defeated
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 7:1-7
on: May 30, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction – (A Look Back) - The indwelling, involved, identified and ingrafting Holy Spirit, is perfecting His beloved in holiness, as we believe his promises out of reverence for Him.
Open hearts toward His servants: dying and living together
vs. 2-4
Troubles, tears and fears in the believer’s life
v. 5
Comforted by God Himself and by fellow believers vs. 6-7
A Message: Pentecost Promise
from the Bible: Acts 1:1-5, 2:1-4
on: May 23, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction The promises and the Promise – 1:3
The commandments and the Kingdom – 1:1-5
The coming of the Holy Spirit – 2:1-4
A Message: Gospel Promises
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 6:11-7:1
on: May 16, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Holding the promises . . .
vs. 6:16b, 18, 7:1a
An urgent appeal to not be unequally yoked . . .
vs. 11-16a
Holiness flowing from the promises . . .
vs. 7:1, 6:17
A Message: Gospel Urgency
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10
on: May 9, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
The urgent warning not to receive the grace of God in vain v. 1 The urgency of this day, an accepted day of salvation v. 2 The urgency of not giving offense, avoiding blame to ministry
vs. 3-10
vs. 4 - 5 – Great endurance in various kinds of tribulation
vs. 6 - 7a – Great Endurance by the Holy Spirit’s graces
vs. 7b - 8a – Great Endurance through righteousness
vs. 8b - 10 – Great Endurance in Triumphant Paradoxes
A Message: Gospel Reconciliation
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21
on: May 2, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
Reconciled personally and cosmically, all by God vs. 18-19a Ambassadors not knights vs. 19b- 20 Christ made to be sin, not a sinner, and us, reckoned righteous in Him v. 21
A Message: Gospel Regard
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17
on: April 25, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
Regarding no one according to the flesh v. 16a
Christ known apart from the flesh v. 16b
Anyone in Christ is a new creation
v. 17
A Message: Motivation to Live for Christ
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:11-15
on: April 18, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade people v. 11-12
Constrained by the love of Christ, we are there for others vs. 13-14
Changed by His death and resurrection, we live for Christ
v. 15
A Message: The Risen Christ Saves His People
from the Bible: Psalm 40
on: April 11, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction – Hebrews 1:5-10 Trust in God's deliverance of Christ and His people
verses 1-5
The priestly and prophetic work of Christ
vs. 6-10
The Prayer of Christ
vs. 11-17
A Message: More to Life Than This
from the Bible: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49
on: April 4, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction – v. 35 FIRST TAKE-AWAY: - v. 36 - THERE IS MORE TO LIFE THAN THIS –(Don’t be a foolish one).
SECOND TAKE-AWAY: - v. 36b - LIFE IS MORE THAN EXISTENCE – (Be made alive).
Rom 6:8-10 - "we shall also live with Him....the life that He lives, He lives to God."
Acts 13:33 - "God has fulfilled this ... in that he has raised up Jesus. . . You are My Son…."
John 5:20-21 - "the Son gives life to whom He will."
John 3:16 - ". . .whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life".
John 12:23-25 - "...unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone, but if it dies, it produces much grain."
John 10:10 - "I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly"
THIRD TAKE-AWAY: - vs. 37-49 - CONNECT WITH CHRIST, THE LAST ADAM - (Believe upon him).
A Message: Evermore the King
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:9-10
on: March 28, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Our desire to please the King in this body vs. 9, 10b
Therefore we make it our aim, whether present or absent, to be well pleasing to him . . . things done in the body
Our appearance before the judgment seat of Christ v. 10a
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ
The reward of Christ given according to works v. 10 b, c
. . . that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad.
A Message: More Beyond
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8
on: March 21, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction More Beyond: Being Clothed in a Resurrection Body – vs. 1-4
More Beyond: Fellowship with Christ – vs. 3-8
More Beyond: Prepared by God for More – vs. 5-8
A Message: After All, Glory
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18
on: March 14, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Faith – vs. 13 Futures – vs. 14-15
Far More – v. 16-18
A Message: After Death, Life
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12
on: March 7, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Earthen vessels reveal God’s excellence v. 7
Paradoxes of Living in God’s Power vs. 8-9 Squeezed but not Squashed
Bewildered but not Befuddled
Hunted but not Abandoned
Knocked down but not Knocked out (credit- R. Kent Hughes)
Union with Christ means death leading to life vs. 10-12
A Message: After Darkness, Light
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
on: February 28, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Post tenebras lux
Losing heart we are tempted to compromise vs. 1-2
Blinded by Satan we do not believe vs. 3-4
God commands and then inhabits the shining light vs. 5-6
A Message: Living Life Sanctified by the Spirit
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18
on: February 21, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Hopeful boldness through the new covenant in Christ
vs. 12-14
Living with liberty in the power of the Spirit
vs. 15-17
Seeing Christ we are sanctified by the Spirit
v. 18
A Message: Living Life Securely in the Spirit
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 3:1-11
on: February 14, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction 2:17-3:2 A legacy in lives, not lips Security is not self-commendation
3:3-6 A certain trust that makes us sufficient Solemn security through the new covenant
3:7-11 A more glorious ministry of the Spirit
Ultimate security as prepared for the last day!
A Message: Triumph in Christ
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17
on: February 7, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction What triumph?
Triumph in Spite of Circumstances - vs. 12-14a Triumph doesn’t mean that plans always go smoothly.
What Triumph in Christ Smells Like - vs. 14b-16
Triumph doesn’t mean you always feel like you’re winning. Triumph grounded in the Word of God - v. 17
Triumph comes with the right audience in mind.
A Message: Cling to Christ, Avoiding Satan’s Schemes
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:11
on: January 29, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction 2 Corinthians 2:10, 11
Philippians 4:9 - “Whatever you have learned, or received or heard from me, or seen in me, put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.”
Patient Mercy – 1:23 Give mercy space to have its way in the lives of others
Shared Faith and Joy – 1:24-2:3 When you believe in the Giver of joy, you find joy
Love in Action – 2:4-11 Love received becomes love reflected into the lives of others
A Message: Christ’s Yes in an “Oh, No” World
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:15-22
on: January 17, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction God’s faithfulness expressed through faithful ministry vs. 15-18
Christ fulfills all of God’s promises vs. 19-20
The Spirit seals our present and guarantees our future vs. 21-22
A Message: All Nations Ruled
from the Bible: Matthew 2:1-23, Revelation 12:1-5
on: January 3, 2021 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Wise men worshiping points to the allegiance of all nations
The protection of Christ from Herod displays God’s rule
The outworking of God’s rule in the defeat of the dragon
A Message: All We Need
from the Bible: Luke 2:15-35
on: December 27, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction A Savior seen – vs. 15-20
Waiting to see the Savior – vs. 21-26
Seeing what we need –vs. 27-35
A Message: All Is Here
from the Bible: Luke 2:1-7
on: December 20, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Colossians 1:19 – For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell.
Isaiah 7:14 – . . . and shall call His name Immanuel.
the times when Christ was born
the place where Christ was born
the manner in which Christ was born
A Message: Stump Kingdom
from the Bible: Isaiah 11:1-12
on: December 13, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction A kingdom that looks hopeless – vs. 1, 10
Spirit filled and faithful – vs. 2-5
A peace for all of God’s people– vs. 6-12
A Message: For Unto Us a Child Is Born
from the Bible: Isaiah 9:1-7
on: December 6, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction A Great Light Seen – vs. 1-2
The Yoke Broke – vs. 3-5
A Son Given – vs. 6-7
A Message: The Lord Himself Will Give You a Sign
from the Bible: Isaiah 7:1-17
on: November 29, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Believing when there are signs of trouble
Believing on Immanuel, a sign of salvation Baptism as a sign for believers
A Message: How God Changes Us Through Thanksgiving
from the Bible – 2 Cor. 1:9-14
at : RRPC, Queensbury
on : Nov. 22, 2020
Give thanks for the gift granted vs. 9-11
Live life with simplicity, for God and others v. 12
Boast in the growth of others leading up to the last day vs. 13-14
A Message: Trust The God Who Raises the Dead
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11
on: November 15, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Acknowledging Distress
Identifying Death
Experiencing Deliverance
A Message: The Comfort of God
from the Bible: 2 Corinthians 1:1-7
on: November 8, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction The God and Father of Our Lord Jesus Christ Comforts
vs. 1-3
Union with Christ Comforts the Apostle Paul
vs. 4, 5
The Believer’s Experience of Suffering and Consolation
vs. 6, 7
A Message: The Priesthood of All Believers
from the Bible: 1 Peter 2:1-10
on: November 1, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction A Holy Priesthood vs. 1-6 -
A Chief Cornerstone vs. 6-8
A Royal Priesthood
vs. 9-10
A Message: The Holy LORD Reigns
from the Bible: Isaiah 6
on: October 25, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction Convicted by Seeing the Holy LORD
vs. 1-5 Cleansed for the Holy LORD vs. 6-8
Commissioned by the Holy LORD for the Sake of Holiness
vs. 9-13
A Message: What the Sun of Righteousness Brings
from the Bible: Malachi 4
on: October 18, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
verses 1-2 The Sun of Righteousness brings a different kind of heat
vs. 2 - 3 The Sun of Righteousness leads to gracious ends vs. 4-6 The Sun of Righteousness shines through us
A Message: Fellowship in the LORD
from the Bible: Malachi 3:13-18
on: October 11, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
A Harsh Question: Why bother serving God? Where’s the blessing? vs. 13-15
Blessings of Fellowship as we fear the LORD Listened to, Heard by, and Remembered by the LORD v. 16
Blessings Now and at the Last Day Treasured and Spared by the LORD of hosts vs. 17-18
A Message: Returning to God
from the Bible: Malachi 3:6-12
on: September 27, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
The Reason for Returning to God 3:6, 7 GOD’S UNCHANGING LOVE
A Way of Returning to God: Giving
3:8-10
GOD’S UNCHANGING GENEROSITY
The Blessing of Returning to God 3:11-12 GOD’S UNCHANGING PROTECTION
A Message: The Messenger Who Judges and Purifies
from the Bible: Malachi 2:17-3:6 on: September 20, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
God’s people question God and are judged by God 2:17, 3:5
The coming of “My messenger” and “the Messenger”
3:1, 2
An offering in righteousness produced by a faithful God 3:3, 4, 6
A Message: Faithful Living Before Our Faithful Father
from the Bible: Malachi 2:10-16 on: September 13, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
verses 10-11 Faithful in marital choices
verses 12-13 Faithful in sincere worship
verses 14-16 Faithful in the covenant companionship of marriage
A Message: Life and Peace to Turn Us to God
from the Bible: Malachi 2:1-9 on: September 6, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
Introduction
verses 1-4 – Give Glory to God’s Name
verses 5-7 – Rely upon God’s covenant
verses 8-9 - Follow God’s way
A Message: Worship the LORD Like It Mattered
from the Bible: Malachi 1:6-14 on: August 30, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
God is glorious – vs. 6-8
Where is my honor? – v. 6
Honor deserved by God is not always given to God.
God is Gracious - v. 9-11
that He may be gracious to us – v. 9
Favor from God can be ignored, but not all ignore it.
God is Awesome – v. 12-14
My name is to be feared among the nations – v. 14
We can become weary of God instead of filled with awe.
A Message: The LORD’s Love
from the Bible: Malachi 1:1-5 on: August 23, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury
An exclusive love – v. 2
An electing love - v. 2b – 4 A surprising love – v. 5
A Message: Come Before Winter: The Disciple’s Journey
To the Finish Line
from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:19-22
on: August 2, 2020 a.m.
The Urgency of Christian Fellowship and Caring
The Urgency of Reading and Spreading the Word
The Urgency of Fulfilling Your Calling
Paul – 4:6-8 - fought . . . run . . . kept
Prisca and Aquila –4:19
Onesiphorus – 4:19, 1:16-18
Erastus and Trophimus
Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia, all the brethren
The Urgency of resting in the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ
A Message: The Lord Stands with His Disciples
from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:16-18
on: July 26, 2020 a.m. at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
1. When we feel all alone – v. 16
2. The Lord stands with us for His glory – v. 17, 18b
so . . .
that . . .
3. The Lord delivers us – v. 18
from . . .
for . . .
A Message: What We Need In Hard Times
from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:9-15
on: July 19, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Hard Times difficult experiences – v. 9
abandoned by allies – v. 10a
empty places – vs 10b, 12
harm from enemies – vs. 14-15
Needed: Loyal friends and co-workers – v. 11 Timothy
Luke
Mark
Needed: God’s Word Written– v. 12
A Message: Finishing Well
from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:6-8
on: July 12, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Finishing well by mercy and grace, leading to sacrifice – v.6 Finishing well, preserved and persevering – v. 7 I have fought the good fight
I have finished the race
I have kept the faith
Finishing well with lovers of the Lord’s appearing – v. 8
A Message: A Charge for Preachers
from the Bible: 2 Timothy 4:1-5
on: July 5, 2020 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The Charge for which preachers are accountable – vs. 1 The charge delivered to preachers – vs. 2 The charge needed by people and preachers – vs. 3-5
INTRODUCTION
The Holy Scriptures Tried and True . . .
. . . Taught by those Beside
– vs. 14-15
All Scripture Inspired . . .
. . . Divinely Supplied
– v. 16a
The Profitable Scripture . . .
. . . Completely Applied
– vs. 16b-17
The Power of the Word of God
The Privilege of Being Chosen
The Possibility of Ministry Through the Word of God
Introduction 1. DISORDERED LOVES LEAD TO PERILOUS TIMES – vs. 1-5 2. DISORDERED MINDS ATTACKING HOMES– vs. 6-9 3. PERSECUTION FROM WHICH THE LORD DELIVERS US – vs. 10-13
Setting – vs. 14-21
Crucifixion – vs. 22-23
Resurrection – vs. 24-32
Psalm 16:10 – Jesus is the Holy One, the Christ
Exaltation – vs. 33-36
Psalm 110:1 – Jesus is the Lord
Solution – vs. 37-41
Disciples meet the Risen Christ, assembling on the first day of the week - verse 19a, Disciples meet their crucified provider of peace- vs. 19b-21a, Disciples meet the Spirit sending them to service - vs. 21b-23
Please read 2 Timothy 2: 19-26 before you listen to the sermon. This sermon is titled, “A Faithful Family Formed On a Firm Foundation”. It is based upon 2 Timothy 2:19-26, and has three main points: 1) Created as God’s family on God’s foundation, vs. 19, Set Apart For Service in God’s House, vs. 20-23, How pastors should serve, vs. 24-26.
“Workers Who Give It Straight” is the title of this message, based on 2 Timothy 2:14-19. It has three points: Preach the Word Straight (vs. 14-15), Shun False Teaching (vs.16-18), Declare Sovereign Choice and Our Responsibility Clearly (v. 19).
The title of this message is "Disciples Follow". It is part of a series on discipleship, following Christ, from 2 Timothy. The outline is: Disciples Remember Who Was Raised (V. 8a), Disciples Remember What Power Was Released in Christ Jesus (Vs. 8b-10), Disciples Remember Christ’s Call and Christ’s Faithfulness (Vs. 11-13).
Here is the outline for the sermon:
The Grace of Christ strengthens us as disciples - v. 1
Guard the gospel through making faithful disciples - v. 2, 3a
Guard the gospel, like a soldier who fights without distraction (vs. 3, 4), like an athlete who competes with self-discipline (v. 5), like a farmer who works hard toward a harvest (vs. 6, 7)
This is a message from a series on discipleship based upon Paul's Second Letter to Timothy. The message title is, “Following in Christ’s Pattern and Power”. It is based upon 2 Timothy 1:13-18, and the three points are: 1) The pattern of sound doctrine – v. 13, 2) The power of the indwelling Holy Spirit – v. 14, 3) The people who hold fast, or not – vs. 15-18
Here is a message from God's Word for celebrating Jesus' resurrection from the dead. It is based upon 1 Corinthians 15:8-23 and has three major themes: 1) The resurrection releases the grace of God into our lives -vs. 8-12 - "But by the grace of God I am what I am" – v. 10, 2) The resurrection denied leaves us with no lasting hope - vs. 13-19 - "But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christ is not risen" – v. 13, 3) The historical resurrection brings hope to all “in Christ” - vs. 20-23 - "But now Christ is risen from the dead" – v. 20
This is a message released on Palm Sunday, presenting Jesus, the King of kings and Lord of lords. The three points are: Trust the King - Mark 11:1-3, Learn Obedience - Mark 11:4-7, Humility Displayed and Lived - Mark 11:8-11
This sermon is from a series on discipleship based upon exposition of 2 Timothy. It includes three points: 1) Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord - 2 Tim. 2:8-10, 2) Do not be ashamed of the Lord's prisoner - 2 Tim. 2:8, 11, 3) Do not be ashamed to put your confidence in Christ - 2 Tim. 2:12
You are invited to listen to this sermon, believing that God's Word of Hope comes to us from the words written in the Bible. Take a moment to get beyond yourself and your situation, looking at who God is as revealed here in His written Word. Ask the Holy Spirit of God to open up the truth to your understanding. It may change your perspective on your current situation.
Here is an outline of the sermon:
Introduction
Psalm 91:1-2 - God
Psalm 91:3-13 - God has not canceled
Psalm 91:14-16 - God has not canceled you.