Bloomington Reformed Presbyterian Church: Recent Episodes
Big Questions Our Lives Depend On: Genesis 3:8-24 Stop hiding from God! Come to Him when He calls you through Jesus.
Genesis 3:1-7 Jesus' faithful submission to God's authority enables you to resist the temptation to doubt God and His Word.
Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 Find true meaning in life by fearing God and obeying His commandments - something that is only possible through the Lord Jesus Christ.
The Lord Jesus Christ empowers you to walk according to His examples as a citizen of heaven.
Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.
Special Topics - Philippians 3:12-16 Jesus Christ holds you in perfect security, so press on for the prize!
Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:8 Remember your creator so you can rejoice in the life He has given you.
Philippians 2:1-11 Mr Tyler Kniess You can enjoy unity in Christ because Jesus humbled himself for you.
The Blessings of Discipleship - God is completing His good work in you as you partner together in the gospel with your fellow saints.
Ecclesiastes - Life is uncertain and your knowledge is limited, so, by faith, invest in God's kingdom boldly and wisely.
Acts 15:1-35 Pastor Richard Holdeman Thank God that Jesus works through the government of His church to maintain the gospel and to build His kingdom.
Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:20 Pastor Richard Holdeman In a world of fools don't be a fool; rather, stand your ground, remain calm, and control your tongue.
Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.
Since death is certain and life is unpredictable, enjoy the life God has given you in this world to the fullest even as you prepare for the life to come.
Philippians 3:11 We rejoice in the Lord because only Christ gives us righteousness, belonging, and resurrection hope.
2 Peter - You are not to be distracted but look forward to a future with Christ, this focus will enable you to grow each day by His grace.
2 Peter 3:8-13 You are not to doubt Christ's return but look forward to His coming for it means a new heavens and new earth, the home of righteous.
2 Peter - You are not to doubt Christ's return, for God has told you in His word and this will be evident in how you live your life.
Ecclesiastes - Sin is powerful and pervasive and seriously complicates the search for wisdom, but true wisdom will lead you to the only remedy for sin.
2 Peter - Do not be deceived by the world's empty promises which only enslave, instead know the way of righteousness through Christ.
Ecclesiastes 6:10-7:14 God sends adversity into your life in order to increase your trust in and love for Him.
Special Topics - Psalm 143 As you feel overwhelmed with life, consider Christ being overwhelmed and yet he had hope, likewise your hope is found in Christ.
2 Peter 2:10-16 Pride, lust, and greed should not characterize you, instead listen to God and walk in the way of righteousness
Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:9 Pursuing satisfaction in your possessions will lead to disaster, so seek God, the giver of true satisfaction and joy.
Come to worship God by drawing near to Him to listen, to be changed, and to revere Him through Jesus Christ.
2 Peter 2:4-10 Recognize Jesus as the Christ who saves His people and the Lord who will condemn. Since you were bought by Christ, respond by faithfully serving Him.
Ecclesiastes - In Jesus Christ you have a true companion, who unites you to others and who enables you to work sacrificially with them in the church.
2 Peter 2:1-3 You are to watch out for false teachers who deceptively deny Christ, Christ will judge them and secure you on the way of truth.
2 Peter - 2 Peter 1:12-21 You are reminded of the certainty of your faith in Christ so that you are established in the truth, ready for Christ's return.
The resurrection of Jesus gives you certain hope, even in the midst of great confusion.
2 Peter - You are to make every effort to grow in Christ by producing fruit proving your calling in Christ to be sure. This you do in knowing Christ's abundant grace.
Ecclesiastes - Jesus overcomes the evil in this fallen world, so you can live a quiet and productive life.
Ecclesiastes - Since God perfectly controls all of your times, you must live by faith in His sovereign purposes and you must entrust yourself to the Lord of Time.
Since the people of God have been delivered from all our foes and will be brought safely home, therefore we return to Him in faith.
Special Topics - Mark 14:53-65 Jesus reveals Himself as the Messiah and coming Son of Man, yet the leaders reject Him. Receive Jesus as the Messiah and submit to Him as Lord.
2 Peter - Stop making excuses and know the power of God in your life for you have been transformed by receiving the precious faith in Christ Jesus.
Special Topics - Acts 15:36-41 Congregations need oversight. Be thankful that your church is willing to pay the price to strengthen its congregations.
1 Peter 5:8-14 Be vigilant, the devil is seeking to destroy you but remain steadfast in Christ for God is at work in your life, bringing you to glory.
Ecclesiastes - Receive God's good gifts through Jesus Christ and enjoy the life and labor that He's given you in this world.
1 Peter - You are to be humble as you interact with others, especially your elders, and humble before God, for only He can take care of you and exalt you in Christ.
Ecclesiastes - Pursuing pleasure in this world is doomed to failure because lasting pleasure can only be found in God.
Ecclesiastes - Relying on your own reason and efforts to find truth will produce nothing but frustration and despair, but true, life-giving wisdom is found with God.
1 Peter - Jesus is the chief shepherd, and He has provided elders to shepherd you in your suffering according to His example.
Ecclesiastes - Apart from God's grace in Jesus, all your incessant activity accomplishes nothing.
1 Peter - Suffering is real, so do not be surprised but rejoice, for as Christ suffered and then knew glory, so will you experience suffering and then glory.
1 Peter - As you wait for the end, your focus is that of godly conduct so that God is glorified, and Christ did this perfectly on your behalf.
Ecclesiastes - Ecclesiastes addresses key questions about the meaning of life and shows you how to find true purpose and joy through a relationship with Jesus.
Romans 7:14-25 Your battle with sin will never be over in this life, but that fact is meant to push you to greater and greater reliance on Jesus Christ.
1 Peter - You are at war with sin and this involves suffering so follow Christ's example and be confident of God's verdict at the end.
1 Peter - In facing suffering, in feeling weak, remember Christ, he is victorious and he is reigning over all and so in him you too are victorious.
Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.
You are steadfast even in trials and uncertainty because you know refuge under the Father's wings, so respond by praising God. This you do in Christ, so in Christ, give God the glory.
John Jesus Christ is the eternal Word of God who radiates light and life. Forsake your darkness and receive the life-giving light of Jesus
Psalm 90 As you enter a new year, seek the wisdom of Jesus which allows you to live joyfully and meaningfully in a broken world
1 Peter - As you face difficulty and trials in your life you are to respond not with fear but doing good, this is what Christ did to enable your salvation.
Jesus' birth unleashed a cosmic celebration unlike anything that has ever happened; rejoice with the angels in praising God for His Son.
1 Peter - In facing hardship, God watches over you and blesses you by the support of the church, so respond by loving one another.
1 Peter - In your marriage, wives be like Christ who submitted because He trusted the Father and husbands, honor your wife because you inherit eternal life with her.
Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.
Psalm 107 Give thanks to God for His redeeming love. For as Christ was brought low and then raised up, have wisdom to see this in your own life.
Special Topics - Romans 6:1-14 As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.
Special Topics - Psalm 27 The LORD is your light and your salvation! Cling to Jesus Christ for confidence in the face of enemies.
Special Topics - Romans As a believer you are united to Jesus Christ and as such you have died to sin and risen to new life in Him. Live according to your new identity.
1 Peter - Conduct yourself honorably in your workplace and as Christ suffered, you will so follow his example, knowing he is your shepherd.
Romans God either interacts with you through Adam or through Jesus. Trust Jesus, who represents you perfectly before the Father and live in Him.
1 Peter - Your conduct in this hostile world is to be honorable, evident in your submission to authority. We see Christ did this, to make you his servants.
2 Corinthians The benediction is a pronouncement of blessing from the triune God upon His people. Receive His blessing and live as one who is truly blessed!
2 Corinthians The community that Christ organizes and empowers is unique and transformative; give thanks for it
1 Peter - You are the temple of God and because you are built on Christ and so in response bring your sacrifice of praise to Him.
2 Corinthians Your greatest desire for your fellow believers should be that they honor God and be spiritually mature in Christ.
1 Peter - You have pure hearts through the living word of God and you grow through the word of God. This will be evident in your fervent love for fellow believers.
2 Corinthians The church is the context for Jesus' power to work through human weakness. Examine yourself to see if that power is at work in you.
Jesus works in true Christian ministry to make it a place where you spend yourself for the spiritual well-being of others.
1 Peter You are more privileged than the prophets of old or the angels in heaven for the Holy Spirit has revealed His salvation in Christ to you. Respond to this privilege recognizing it is worth the suffering for the glory comes afterwards.
1 Peter - You are to rejoice for the living hope you have in Christ. For in Him you have new life, you receive a certain inheritance, and He even uses your trials to complete His work in you.
2 Corinthians Since Jesus's power works most effectively through your weakness, you need to embrace your weakness and rest in His power!
Corinthians Jesus paid a high price to minister to you, so you could have a Christ-centered ministry to others.
Be encouraged by knowing your identity as God's exiles and by God's grace and peace, you are not to live as if belonging to this world.
Special Topics In the aftermath of the murder of Charlie Kirk, we reflect on the truth that Jesus makes you an invincible witness and frees you to serve Him without fear.
The Life of David- Christ secured you in his Kingdom by his obedience and by receiving your judgment so know his prospering by your obedience to His word.
The world is not in charge, nor are you in charge, nor are your children in charge. Instead, submit to Christ for He is the Promised King.
The Life of David You are to be content with what you have in Christ, for only in Him you have your peace, for only He has atoned for your sin. James 1:13-15
You are to be devoted to King Jesus, evident in your commitment for Her was gracious to you.
The Life of David Humble yourself and seek godly leadership recognizng Christ's Kingship for only in Him are you blessed and secure.
2 Corinthians Respect and take ownership of the authority God has given you in Jesus Christ.
As you speak of God's work in your life, be full of praise for Christ is your King. As He knows the Father's rescue so you also in Him know God's rescue.
The Psalms of Ascent In union with Christ and His people, serve Him now, patiently anticipating the fullness of blessing in Heaven.
The Psalms of Ascent- In union with Christ and His people, serve Him now, patiently anticipating the fullness of blessing in Heaven.
Take comfort in God's presence with you in every circumstance because Jesus took comfort in God's presence in life and in death.
The providence of God, though difficult to understand, comforts and guides us so that we can know that in all circumstances God will work things out for our good and His glory.
God's Holiness Because God is the perfectly holy God, we must recognize our sinfulness before God, we must worship him reverently, and we must obey him wholeheartedly
2 Corinthians 9: 6-15 God's incredible generosity to you enables you to be a generous and joyful giver to others
The Attributes of God - Because God is the Almighty God, He is powerful to save you; to save others; send you into His service, and; to solve your problems.
God has gifted women to serve in the body of Christ. Thank God for the faithful servants He has given you and support one another in His work.
Psalms of Ascents - Live in the certain hope of redemption, for you are brought up from the depths with Jesus.
The Attributes of God: 1. Statements that demonstrate this truth 2. A story that confirms this truth 3. The solace that comes from his truth
- The Meaning of God's Eternity 2. The Manifestation of God's Eternity 3. The Message of God's Eternity
Attributes of God - In response to the essence of God's love revealed in scripture, we should respond by loving Him and loving one another.
The Attributes of God - Because God's presence is infinite He is present with us always, whether in lovingly serving Him or rejecting Him.
2 Corinthians - The example and grace of Jesus enables you to follow through on your desire to be a loving and generous believer.
God's grace enables you to overcome all obstacles to be an eager, uninhibited, and sacrificial giver of yourself to His work.
The Attributes of God- 1. God's glory revealed to Moses. 2. God's glory revealed in Jesus Christ. 3. God's glory reflected in His People.
Special Series on Revelation- Apart from Jesus, you are given over to Satan for torment, destruction, and hardening in your unbelief. Come to Jesus and rejoice in His salvation!
Judah teaches us to recognize Jesus' leadership. Open your hearts to Jesus and he will mold you into His image.
Jesus will keep you secure through the tribulation and will bring you to glory if you have been cleansed in His blood; stand in awe of your Savior.
Psalms of Ascents - Embrace both the sufferings and deliverance of Christ, for these are God's chosen means if uniting you to Christ's blessings.
The death and destruction you see in the world today is being used by the Lord Jesus to prepare the church for His final return. You need to have a clear picture of what is coming.
Special Study on Revelation- Jesus alone is worthy to accomplish God's great plan of redemption, which makes you a servant in His worldwide kingdom.
Psalms of Ascent - Jesus alone gives you life and fruitfulness, so go forth bearing life-giving fruit for the household of God.
Joy-producing relationships with other believers are a gift from God but require costly confrontation and repentance to maintain.
Easter Sunday - Jesus willingly laid down His life and powerfully took it up again so He could give His people righteousness, new life, and a glorious future.
The Life of David - Jesus kept His word, he fulfilled the covenant, taking on its obligations, securing you as one of His people and so in Him you can keep your word.
Take heart, a genuine Christian ministry is one that produces spiritual fruit, is empowered by the Holy Spirit and demonstrates the grace of Christ.
2 Corinthians - Take heart, a genuine Christian ministry is one that produces spiritual fruit, is empowered by the Holy Spirit and demonstrates the grace of Christ.
In your rebellion you deserve God's judgement, but Christ has shown you His mercy so respond to your King with devotion and service.
The Life of David - You are not to be paralyzed by your guilt, but faithful in your calling. Recognize that Christ is your Saviour; He has dealt with your sin and your guilt.
Spiritual Warfare - Constant, diligent prayer in the Spirit is essential to fighting your spiritual battles; therefore pray in faith.
Spiritual Warfare - The Word of God is the weapon you have been given to fight your spiritual enemies; take it and use it as you fight in faith.
Joseph, a Godly leader, teaches us to recognize Jesus' leadership. Open your hearts to Him and He will mold you into His image.
The Life of David - Do not focus on self and rebel but instead on God and his anointed - Jesus Christ for He took the judgment on Himself for you to know His victory.
Jesus builds His kingdom through the visible church, rejoice that you've got a place in it!
"He has told you, oh man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"
Spiritual Warfare - Since your enemy is too strong for you, you must stand against him relying completely on the armor of Christ.
The Life of David 1. You are not to be hasty in your response to what you hear v1-4 2. You are to have humility when facing hostility v5-14 3. You are not to be overwhelmed by evil for God keeps his word v20-23 4. You are to see hope even in the darkness v15-19
Ephesians 6:10-13 Because you are in a war with spiritual forces of evil, you must be strong in the Lord and fight.
2 Corinthians - You are ambassadors for Christ; receive and communicate His message of reconciliation faithfully.
The Life of David - When your heart is stolen, you are far from God, see Christ's devotion to you to leave Jerusalem in tears to bring you back to himself.
Life of David Deal with your sin before it festers out of control, knowing that Christ is the King who acts to wash away its shame.
2 Corinthians Christ's love for you is what enables you to keep serving God and others.
Learn to walk by faith instead of sight so you might please the Lord in life and in death.
When you are lost in sin, God goes after you with his grace to bring you back to himself, that does not mean your sin has no consequences but there is forgiveness.
The Life of David - Watch out for sinful temptations, the lie is that you will get away with it but the truth is that God sees everything. Thankfully Christ is the King who came not to take but to give so you know salvation. But God is also gracious so repent of your sin and come back to Him.
2 Corinthians - Certainty about your future can be transformative for your life today. You can be certain in Jesus!
The Life of David- Only in Christ can you have a new start because of his loving kindness, but if you will not accept it - you will be judged, unless you kiss the Son and know peace with Christ.
In a world at odds with your faith, the only way to keep going in the right direction is to maintain an eternal perspective, so in Jesus, keep your focus on His unseen work.
Special New Year Sermon- Jesus wants you to have spiritual vision; ask Him to enable you to see more clearly so you will follow Him more closely in the coming year.
Psalms of Ascent - Labor in hope, for God has given and will give you great deliverance through Christ.
Luke 1: 26-28 Embrace God's plan in Jesus, who was born from above so that you can be born from above.
The Life of David - Jesus' kindness to you is surprising but also sure. Respond not with doubt but with humility and loyalty, demonstrating that kindness to others.
2 Corinthians - God uses ordinary people like you as a vessel of His gospel treasure, so carry the life-giving treasure that Jesus has given you.
2 Samuel 8 Submit to Christ the Victorious King, for in Him sin will no longer dominate you, instead you have rest in His righteous rule.
2 Samuel 7 & 1 Chronicles 17 David's house has been established forever in Christ and its in this permanence that you know rest, therefore you are to respond with praise and confidence in God.
2 Corinthians - You can take heart and continue in your ministry because your Savior continues faithfully in His.
Life of David - God is present with you, you must approach Him with godly fear, and serve Him with zeal, as Christ did perfectly on your behalf.
2 Corinthians - The Holy Spirit works lasting change in your life as you behold the glory of Jesus.
This service was conducted in the Reformed Presbyterian Church in Sterling, KS. RIP, Dennis J. Prutow (July 30, 1939-October 30, 2024). He was a faithful husband, father, grandfather, brother, soldier, pastor, professor, and friend. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing." (2 Timothy 4:7-8)
Trust in Christ your King, he is building his kingdom by extending his peace to you and to his people.
Be confident in Christ because He has given you a ministry that is more glorious than even that of Moses.
Special Topic - Courage to face the challenges of life flows from having intimate fellowship with your covenant God through His Son.
The Life of David - Christ's kingdom came into this world of chaos and although it's small and faces opposition, it is victorious.
The only reliable measure of a church or ministry is the transformational work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of its people.
Your greatest concern is for God's glory even above your own glory and this is seen in Christ who emptied himself of glory for you to have eternal life.
2 Corinthians - Your service is a matter of life and death to those around you. Give thanks that Jesus makes you sufficient for the task.
The Life of David - In your wanderings, God watches over you, He will protect you for Christ is your faithful King - he brings you to himself.
Jesus perfectly unites grace and truth, which enables you to embrace the need for both discipline and forgiveness in the church.
The key to effective ministry is to remember that the church does not belong to you- it belongs to God-
2 Corinthians - Keeping the gospel in focus is the key to dealing with unfair accusations against you.
The Life of David - Do not be tempted by short cuts, for as Christ did not give into temptation, you in Him, can also withstand temptation and trust in God's plan for your life.
Embrace affliction for Christ, knowing that it is the means by which you experience His comfort and are enabled to comfort others.
The Life of David - In uncertainty you have a king who in the world's eyes is nothing but in God's eyes is the anointed one who brings you hope.
The Psalms of Jesus - Learn to wait on the LORD by humbly and confidently putting your hope in your Mediator.
The Life of David - As servants to the King, you will face hatred but know the Lord is with you evident in your church family.
The Psalms of Jesus - Learn to wait on the LORD by humbly and confidently putting your hope in your Mediator.
Jesus is the righteous man and the conquering King who ascended into the presence of Godin order to take you with Him. Seek Him-
Jesus is our Head- His authority is radically opposed to our authority. Embrace His authority with joy-
Depend on the faithful provision and preservation of God that Christ purchased for you.
Delight in God and His people by serving them through Jesus, the King and Head of the Church.
The Life of David - You are in a spiritual war and so you must fight in the name of God. Do not be afraid for since Christ was victorious you also know victory.
The Life of David - In uncertainty you have a king who in the world's eyes is nothing but in God's eyes is the anointed one who brings you hope.
The Foot Washing - This sermon challenges believers to consider the meaning of Christ's providential dealings with them in the journey of life and to respond appropriately to the particular challenges He presents in order to experience His blessing.
There is a storm coming and only if you are trusting in Christ the Rock evident in your wholehearted submission to Him will you not fall
In washing the disciples feet Jesus demonstrated his humility and also taught the difference between having a bath -justification- and foot washing -the believer's need for daily cleansing from sin-
The way to life is by the narrow gate - Jesus Christ and so you must watch out for those who tell you otherwise for they will take you on the broad road that leads to destruction.
God your Father has promised to help you by giving you the Holy Spirit so that whatever you want men to do to you, you can also do to them, thankfully Christ did this perfectly.
Jesus was lead through death and back, so He is uniquely equipped to shepherd you in life and in death. Find rest in Him-
The Sermon on The Mount - God your Father has promised to help you by giving you the Holy Spirit so that whatever you want men to do to you, you can also do to them, thankfully Christ did this perfectly.
The Psalms of Jesus - Jesus' completed work secures your eternal future. Celebrate this ultimate reality with your Savior-
Special Topics - By God's grace, learn to love what He loves- love His mercy and love His people.
Special Topics - As a believer, you have been born again, this is obvious in the faith, love and obedience in your life, and the result will be that you will overcome this world as Christ overcame this world.
Learn to pray for the success of Christ and His kingdom, knowing that you will be heard for the sake of your divine King.
The Sermon on the Mount - Worry is real but it distracts you from God, so do not worry- instead trust God for He is your Heavenly Father.
The Psalms of Jesus - Jesus delights in God's transforming revelation and encourages you to do likewise.
The Sermon on The Mount - Your devotion to God the Father is to be wholehearted for only in him do you have treasures in heaven. And because Christ was wholehearted your treasure in heaven is secure.
The Psalms of Jesus - God's love for His Son is your ultimate source of confidence in this world.
The Sermon on the Mount - You are to close your prayers in worship, motivating yourself for Jesus is the final Amen
The Psalms of Jesus -- You are in debt to God, only Christ can repay the debt for you to be forgiven and in knowing God's forgiveness you can forgive others.
Pray for God's deliverance from temptation knowing that Christ did not give into temptation and so in Him you triumph over the evil one.
Jesus' humiliation and exaltation ensures that you will share in His universal dominion.
You are in debt to God, only Christ can repay the debt for you to be forgiven and in knowing God's forgiveness you can forgive others.
Psalm 6 - Because Jesus suffered, cried out to God, and was heard for your sake, you know God will also hear you-
You are praying to your heavenly Father who you are completely dependent on to provide for your daily needs and in Christ He ultimately provides for your eternal needs
Jesus gives peace in the midst of distress, so you can experience the joy of your salvation.
Matthew 6- 7-15 - In your prayers you are to surrender to God's will but that mean you have to know, obey and submit to His will, and in christ you can do this perfectly.
The Sermon on The Mount - Your priority in prayer is not for your kingdom, but it's for Christ's Kingdom. Therefore, you are to seek Christ's Kingdom in your life and in this world and desire Christ's Kingdom to come for in Him you know victory.
The Psalms of Jesus - Jesus is the great King who organizes and leads His people in worship. Embrace the profound privilege you have of singing with your King.
The sermon on The Mount - As you Pray Hallowed be your name, you are seeking God's glory first in your prayers and since only Christ truly did this, in Christ you perfectly hallow god's name.
God brings ordinary people into His great plan of redemption through Jesus the Redeemer- seek Him according to the common means of grace.
Christ gave you a prayer so you can approach God confidently as your Father. but also reverently for He is all powerful and this you do through Christ.
Ruth - God brings ordinary people into His great plan of redemption through Jesus the Redeemer- seek Him according to the common means of grace.
You are not to have a low view of God by being more concerned that others see you do good. Instead realize thatGod is your Father who sees everything and through Christ you have his approval.
Ruth - Jesus Christ has paid the high price needed to secure your future- find peace of mind in the completed work of your Redeemer.
You are to be righteous in Christ's Kingdom evident by your love. Like our Father in Heaven, you are to show love to your enemies and this you can for He showed love to you through Christ.
Jesus is doing a great work and says there is a great harvest out there. Pray for eyes to see it and a heart to pursue it.
- A Providence that will lead you home-2.A Pardon that will raise you up-3.A Pattern that will raise you up
The Sermon on the Mount -- You are not to seek personal revenge, but rather do good to those who seek to harm you. This you can do in Christ, for he did not show revenge to you but forgave you.
Ruth -- Jesus, the Redeemer, is able, willing and committed to receiving you. Trust His promise and learn to wait patiently upon Him
The Sermon on the Mount - In Christ's kingdom you are to be righteous in how you speak, but thankfully in Christ there is forgiveness and through Him you are able to speak the truth.
Mark - On the basis of Christ's resurrection, you are to preach the gospel by word and deed to the whole world and this you can do because Christ is reigning.
Matthew 5-31-32 - The righteous man does not harden his heart and so divorce his wife. Instead he commits himself to her for in Christ there is reconciliation, as Christ committed himself to you the church.
Ruth 2-14-23 - Find your hope in the kindness of God's Redeemer, who raises you from death to life to be an agent of His kindness.
The Sermon on the Mount - You are not even to look lustfully for the consequences is eternity in hell so you are to cut off that sin but only in Christ can you know forgiveness and victory.
Ruth - God's grace flows into your life in many ways but ultimately it comes to you through Jesus, God's Man of Excellence.
The Sermon on the Mount - Your every moment of anger makes you a murderer and so liable for judgment. In Christ you know reconciliation and so in Him you can reconcile even with your greatest enemy.
Ruth - God is always at work to accomplish His good purposes for, in, and through His people- see His gracious hand at work in your life.
The Sermon on The Mount - Jesus did not abolish the law but fulfilled the law so in Him you can be righteous and therefore obey God's law.
The Sermon on the Mount - You are the salt of the earth, the light of the world because Christ is both salt and light therefore in Him you are preserving this world from sin and shining the truth of Christ into this world.
Leviticus - Jesus pays all your debts and removes your guilt so you can live a -debt-free- life in Him-
Persecution is part of the Christian life so do not be surprised by it but rejoice for Jesus Christ was persecuted to bring you into his Kingdom so count it a privilege to share with him in his suffering.
Leviticus - Jesus is the answer to your ongoing problem with sin and its polluting effects.
Psalm 119- 169-176 - In the hard reality of life, Christ continues to deliver you by his word so respond with praise and prayer for he is your salvation.
Deuteronomy 12 - Do not bring the idols or worship of this world before God, but depend on Christ alone to come before the face of God.
The Beatitudes - In this broken world we need peace and that peace comes from the Prince of Peace, in Him you are to be agents of peace in this world.
The work of Jesus Christ gives you peace with the living God and access to all His blessings. Rejoice in Christ, your peace-
The Beatitudes - To see God you need a heart that is not divided but one that is pure, only Christ gives us this new heart to see God.
Jesus consecrates your life and work, so you can be used by Him - both now and forever, so commit yourself to His service with joy.
You are to show mercy to others, not by being soft on sin but in your readiness to forgive sin and sacrifice yourself for others because Christ has shown mercy to you.
Matthew 5-1-12-Pastor Philip McCollum--You are to desire righteousness, but only Christ is your righteousness, so desire Him to be filled and know blessing.
Leviticus 1-1-17-Pastor Rich Holdeman--Your access to God's favor and blessing comes through the radical sacrifice of Jesus- live for and worship God, leaning on your savior.
God has given you abundant reasons to praise Him- express your gratitude and in warfare.
Judges 21 - Praise God that His mercy to you in Jesus is greater than your futile efforts to -fix- yourself
Matthew 5- 1-12 - You know blessing when you have a true view of yourself, seeing yourself as undeserving both from God and man but in the end you inherit the earth, that's because Christ is the only true man of meekness.
The Beatitudes - Do not avoid mourning over your sin, for you are blessed as you mourn knowing that in Christ you have comfort and hope.
Happiness or blessedness is recognizing your humility before God which Christ demonstrated, and in so doing secured your place in His Kingdom
In the Midst of a collapsing society, your only hope is the Savior who perished in place of His people
Revelation - You are not to become complacent but be fully dependent on Christ for he wants in on your life for He loves you and seeks you to be zealous for Him.
Judges - Turn from the disaster of DIY religion to the grace and beauty of the one true King and Priest.
Revelation - Although you may be weak and even discouraged, remember in Christ you are eternally secure and so in Him you can persevere.
God so orchestrates your life that every, single thing that happens to you is designed for your ultimate, spiritual well-being and glory.
The Letters to the Churches in Revelation - You are to wake up from your complacency by remembering the gospel- otherwise you will not be ready for Christ's return and miss out on the promise of your name in the Book of Life.
Judges - The antidote for confusion in worship is to seek God through His great King, Jesus.
Letters of Revelation - You are not to tolerate sin but repent of it and instead hold on to the gospel for in Christ you will know his victory.
Judges - Keep fighting the good fight, knowing that God will never give up on His people.
Main Point - You are to be courageous in your faith in Christ but repent when you compromise with this world for Christ is the one who gives you manna, he satisfies and brings you into His kingdom.
Revelation - You are to see suffering as a test of your faithfulness to Christ but you are not to fear for He has promised you the crown of life.
Judges 16-1-22 - Beware the temptation of trying to serve God with divided loyalties- take heart that God will never abandon His true children even when they fall.
The Letters to the Churches of Revelation- --You are to be orthodox but do not lose your love for Christ for he has loved you and given you life.
You are not naturally the servant of God you should be, but you can rejoice that God transforms even reluctant servants into the kind of people He wants them to be.
Revelation - In your times of difficulty, you are to see Christ in His glorious splendor but also that He is near to you to encourage you to persevere.
Judges -Give thanks that God loves you enough to frustrate your efforts to avoid your calling.
You are to be single minded in your devotion to Christ and his word, for he is your refuge so fear him by crying out to him to uphold you.
The only solution to your struggles with spiritual apathy is turn to Jesus, the dedicated Servant of God.
Mark -- You are to move from fear and amazement to courage in Jesus Christ for He is risen and so in Him you have life.
Appreciate the fact that God is committed to blessing you even in the midst of the dysfunction that surrounds you.
Jesus received the curse for your sin so that you have access to the Father. In response, recognize that Jesus is the Son of God.
God mercifully overcomes your natural inclination toward division in order to build unity in His church.
Mark - Christ took your shame by bearing that shame on the cross as was prophesied in scripture so you are not to be ashamed of him.
Do not place your trust in yourself, or in others or in good times, instead place your trust in Jesus Christ for He is your substitute, He saves you from the death you deserve and instead gives you life.
God saves according to His perfect plan -not your expectation-. Find your identity in Jesus, and submit to us His will for your life.
Mark - Peter reminds you that even the strongest will buckle under trial and that's why Jesus is your Savior for only He withstood the trial triumphantly and so in Him there is forgiveness.
Mark - In the midst of betrayal and desertion, Christ trusts in God's plan and demonstrates love. When you kiss the Son, you also can show love to others in the midst of betrayal and desertion.
Judges - God is a glorious person to know and love and not a system to be manipulated- serve Him with reverence and godly fear-
Titus - God has cleansed all of your being, so let it all be governed rightly in service of your Savior.
Judges - Recognize that God graciously gives you times of refreshment just when you need them most desperately.
In a changing climate contend earnestly for the faith because Christ is your Lord, He will preserve you.
You have the privilege of participating in Christ's great work of undeceiving the nations- labor faithfully now and keep your eyes on His promises.
Mark - Jesus experienced great anguish for you to know the Father, you are to respond by watching and praying. But remember Christ alone was obedient, even unto death for your salvation.
God's word is certain, it sustains this world and it sustains you, and so in this world of uncertainty hold on to Christ the Word.
Mark - Do not put your confidence in yourself, instead place your confidence in -Christ for He is the Shepherd, in Him you are forgiven.
Judges - Rejoice in God's perfect justice but rejoice even more that you are a recipient of his grace-
Mark - Jesus in His sovereignty fulfills the Passover meal and you are to respond trusting Him for your rescue and look forward to His return.
Judges - Listen to God's gracious warning- turn away from evil and folly and toward your Savior.
Even in the midst of great darkness, look to Christ in order to shine the light of His kingdom.
Mark--You are to recognize Jesus not as mad or bad but as the Lord God and so you must do His will for Him you have freedom, forgiveness, and family.
1 Corinthians -- Your resurrection and victory over death is guaranteed by Jesus- live consistently today as one whose future is certain.
Matthew 13 -- Jesus allows evil to exist for a time for the sake of His elect, but rest assured that evil will be dealt with fully and finally and that His people will bask in His presence forever.
1 Corinthians -- The heart of the gospel is the death and resurrection of Jesus for sinners. Rejoice and believe in the good news about what Jesus has done for you.
Psalm 37 -- As a righteous man or woman, you are to live in this wicked world waiting on the Lord, keeping His was and trusting that you will inherit the land and this you do in Christ.
Mark -- Christ called men to know Him and make Him known so that you today can know Christ and also make Him known to those around you.
1 Corinthians -- A system of church government is only as effective as its practitioners, but Jesus' love never fails-
Mark -- God has given you the Sabbath Day to enjoy His rest and to do good. This rest points to the eternal rest and restoration you have in Christ.
Mark -- Your greatest problem is your need for forgiveness of your sins and Christ came to make that possible so you must respond by putting your faith in Him.
1 Corinthians -- Your participation in the worship of the church is to help build up the faith of your fellow believers while also calling unbelievers to faith in Jesus.
Mark -- Jesus is willing to cleanse you of your shame by putting himself in that position so that you can be clean before a holy God. This is the compassion you are to show to others.
1 Corinthians -- Love is the essential element of your life and ministry -- now and forever- love others as an extension of Jesus' perfect love for you.
Mark -- Christ's priority was to preach the Kingdom of God so that you identify Him as King and serve Him as a result.
1 Corinthians -- The faithful use of your gifts in the congregation will promote its unity and health.
Mark -- Christ came to proclaim the truth which exposes sin and so causes Satan to tremble, therefore embrace the truth as the weapon against Satan's lies.
1 Corinthians -- True diversity in the church is a gift of God- learn to appreciate and celebrate it as you should.
Mark -- Christ the King is here- respond to this good news by turning to him and surrendering to him.
1 Corinthians -- The Lord's Supper is a participation in the person and work of Christ, who has drawn you into a living fellowship with this body of believers. Proclaim the gospel to one another as you come to the table-
Mark -- Christ came to identify with your weakness, but also to share with you in His victory so you can be declared -Beloved of God.-
1 Corinthians -- Your goal in worship should be to draw attention to God and not to yourself, so come to God humbly seeking to glorify Him and to build up your fellow worshipers.
Mark -- Consider the significance of Jesus Christ coming into the world so that you repent of your sins and know the fresh start that he offers.
Jesus makes your ministry meaningful by applying God's eternal truths exactly when and where they are needed to fulfill His purposes.
God always keeps His promises in Jesus, and this allows you to wait for Him in hope even if your prayers seem to go unanswered.
The birth of Christ is good news for you, for in Christ, you are both saved and transformed.
Prophecies of the Coming Christ -- You have hope in the darkness, so persevere in your walk with God, for Christ is the victorious King.
Prophecies of the Coming Christ -- Christ came to give you his righteousness and so as a result you have a new identity for you are now in Christ and therefore secure before God.
In a world of toil and death, you can have peace and life through Jesus, the great Rest Giver.
Prophecies of the Coming Christ -- You are not to put your trust in the leaders of this earth. Instead, trust Christ, he is the shepherd king who will unite his people.
In Jesus you are participating in the greatest victory of all time- rejoice and join the battle.
Prophecies of the Coming Christ -- You are living in a dark world, but the light of Christ has come so you can have joy and peace.
Numbers -- When you consider the inheritance that you have received, you are to be generous to others but it's only in Christ that you can do this.
God uses trials to remind you that your life in this world is fleeting- set your hope on Jesus.
Numbers -- Christ is the city of refuge and in Him you find mercy- but in Him, you are to show mercy to this broken world.
1 Corinthians -- In matters of Christian freedom, your over-arching concern is to bring God glory by making choices that promote the spiritual health of other people.
Numbers -- Christ has rescued you from sin for you to live in your new inheritance by his strength.
1 Corinthians -- Things that seem spiritually -neutral- are often conduits evil. Wake up, stop playing with fire, and rest secure in your union with Jesus.
Numbers -- Your lack of commitment to God affects the unity of the church- instead, keep your eyes on Christ, for He was wholehearted in His commitment- and through Him you can commit, and so be united, to the church.
1 Corinthians -- Sin and temptation are always stalking you, but you can escape when you are tempted because Jesus endured spiritual danger for you.
Numbers -- God judges sin and since you are a sinner you too will be judged but in Christ you receive mercy and so respond with thanksgiving.
1 Corinthians -- Because Jesus won, you will win too, so live your life with discipline and purpose in Him.
Epochs of judgment and ruin establish a pattern foreshadowing the spiritual retribution of Jesus, yet because of His indestructible life we are saved from eternal destruction.
1 Corinthians -- You are free in Christ, but Jesus wants you to use your freedom for the sake of the gospel.
Numbers -- You and your family are to be distinct from this world in that you keep your word but thankfully Jesus is faithful to his word and so your confidence is in him.
1 Corinthians -- You need to be prepared to defend your rights in the public arena but also to give them up in your personal life for the sake of the gospel.
Numbers -- You relate to God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ who is the ultimate pleasing aroma that enables you to have fellowship with God for in Christ, you too are a pleasant aroma.
1 Corinthians -- The primary motivation for your interactions in the church is to be Christ-empowered, selfless love for your brothers and sisters.
Numbers -- God is faithful to you His people- you will receive your inheritance because Christ your Saviour brings you there- walk faithfully in Him.
1 Corinthians -- By God's grace, learn how to think and act like a mature Christian so that you can serve Jesus without unnecessary distraction.
Numbers -- Do not be seduced by this world- instead be zealous for God, because Christ has atoned for your sins.
1 Corinthians --Because you belong to Jesus, you are free to serve Him in whatever circumstances you find yourself.
God speaks to you through his world and his word, but his word became flesh to redeem you so you know God.
Numbers -- As one of God's people you are blessed, you cannot be cursed because of Christ- therefore, approach God through Christ and know the blessings you have in him.
1 Corinthians -- Keep your marriage vows, even when it is difficult, and do so by the power of the perfect vow-keeper, Jesus Christ.
Numbers -- Beware of idols that promise blessing but only lead to curse- instead, Christ is the one who blesses, for he takes the curse so you are secure.
1 Corinthians -- You have a duty to honor God by being a faithful spouse within your marriage or by being a celibate single person outside of marriage.
The Lord's Prayer -- You yourself are too weak to resist temptation from your enemies, but God upholds and strengthens you, so you can firmly resist your enemies until the complete victory in Jesus Christ.
The Lord's Prayer -- As debtors to God, you need His forgiveness daily- Jesus Christ is the peacemaker who forgives you and enables you to forgive others.
Numbers -- Demonstrate your trust in God by singing, recognizing that Christ sings perfectly and so through him you praise God.
Numbers -- As you walk in the wilderness, there will be frustrations, but walk in faith- and when you doubt God, repent and look to Christ for your salvation.
The Lord's Prayer -- The will of God is only good for you, so you are to renounce your own will and obey the will of God in Jesus Christ, as willingly and faithfully as the angels do in heaven.
This sermon about God's call to His people to remember His works in Christ was delivered during the 200th anniversary celebration of the Bloomington Reformed Presbyterian Church.
The Lord's Prayer -- You have departed the kingdom of darkness, and you are to put all your strength for obtaining the Kingdom of God in Jesus Christ
1 Corinthians -- You are not your own- you belong to Jesus Christ so submit your will to His and serve Him with your body.
Matthew 6-9 -- Pray that the name of God would be glorified eternally, in all His words, in your life and in the person and work of Jesus.
Numbers -- Your God is a faithful God, do not forget Him and teach the next generation to go to Christ for the victory.
The Lord's Prayer -- Pray to your heavenly Father with reverence and confidence- you are to love Him and His family in Christ.
Numbers -- In your difficulty, do not be ungrateful, do not be angry- instead go to Christ -- in Him there are living waters to sustain you.
The Lord's Prayer -- Pray to your Father personally and simply, because He knows your need and will reward you openly in Christ.
Numbers -- You live in a sin-filled world, sin stops you from approaching God, you need the cleansing that comes from Christ so that you are presentable to God.
Numbers 18 -- You must approach our Holy God, only through Jesus Christ the great High Priest, and you are to support the proclamation of Christ as the only way to God.
1 Corinthians -- Seeking your own welfare at the expense of the church dishonors Jesus, but Jesus is greater than your sins and enables you to sacrifice on His behalf.
You are to admit to your rebellion- cry out to Jesus Christ who stood between the living and the dead, for only in Him is there new life.
Isaiah -- In order to enjoy the only source of genuine comfort in life, you must understand and respond to what Jesus has done for you.
1 Corinthians -- The health of the church and the honor of Jesus requires a robust yet loving approach to church discipline.
1 Corinthians -- The -authentic- Christian life is characterized by suffering and humiliation, but since it unites you to Jesus and His church, it is the most fulfilling life you can have.
Numbers -- You are to approach God only in the way that he determines which is through his Son, Jesus Christ, otherwise you will be judged.
Numbers 15 -- You are to remember that you are one of God's people. You enjoy fellowship with God through Christ's sacrifice atoning for your sin.
1 Corinthians -- You have the privilege of helping to build the church, the place of God's special presence on earth.
Numbers -- When your faith is rocked, do not doubt God, for He is with you- pray to God who is merciful and seek His glory through your interceder Jesus Christ.
1 Corinthians -- Take ownership of the spiritual ministry God has given you, working as a servant of Christ as He builds His church.
Numbers -- As one of God's children, God is on your side and so you are not to fear but walk in faith knowing that in Christ you have tasted the firstfruits of the Promised Land.
1 Corinthians -- In Jesus you have received life-transforming wisdom- rejoice in what you've been given and use it with humble confidence.
Numbers 12 -- Jesus Christ is the only interceder for you to approach God the Father but more than that, he deals with the sin itself.
1 Corinthians 2-1-5 -- The power of the gospel message is in the Spirit's work - not in the abilities of the messenger- trust the simple preaching of the cross of Christ.
1 Corinthians 1-26-31- Jesus gave up His status in the world to give you true status with God and to free you to live for Him-
Numbers -- When you grumble recognize that it is a serious sin, deserving of judgment- however, forgiveness is found in your interceder, Jesus Christ.
Numbers -- The Lord is with you and He guides you in every step of the journey so patiently obey His commands in the community of God's people.
The death and resurrection of Jesus gives spiritual life to all of His people. Put your faith in Jesus, die to yourself, and find life that will never end.
Numbers -- As you journey to the promised land, remember daily the confidence you have in Christ- he has won the victory and invites others to join you in your certain hope.
1 Corinthians -- The logic of God's plan of salvation is an offense to sinners so that your hope will be in God's power and wisdom and not in your own.
Numbers -- As one of God's redeemed people, you are to be committed to the worship of God but you live in a sinful world which can affect your commitment but remember God is gracious
1 Corinthians -- Church unity flows out of a right understanding of the gospel- turn away from the temptation of division and embrace unity in Christ.
1 Corinthians -- Learn to recognize and give thanks for the grace of Christ at work in the lives of His people.
Acts 5-1-11 -- Sin is a serious and constant threat to the church so be on guard at all times, but remember that Jesus protects His church.
Numbers -- As you walk in the wilderness remember God's revealed word - Jesus Christ is with you and you are to shine out that blessing of the atonement that Christ provides as you lay down your lives in service to him.
Numbers -- You are to respond to God's blessing by sacrificial giving to support the worship of God by his people. Christ made the ultimate sacrifice so you can truly worship God.
The ministry of Jesus means that you can never be accused before your Father in Heaven.
1 Corinthians -- Remember who you are in Christ, and seek, by His strength, to be the person He says you are.
Numbers -- As you walk through the wilderness you know the blessing of God through Jesus Christ.
Numbers -- You are to be committed in your service to God but only Christ is the perfect Nazirite, he fulfilled his vows and so in him you have salvation.