Christ Reformed Baptist Church

This sermon explores Philippians 2:12-13, emphasizing the believer's responsibility to live out their salvation with reverence and dependence on God's power. It clarifies that salvation is not earned through works but is a continuous process of sanctification enabled by the Holy Spirit. The ordinance of baptism is highlighted as a public testimony of faith and obedience, not as a means of salvatio...

The significance of the Urim and Thummim in the context of biblical scripture, emphasizing the importance of God's Word and its unchanging truth in guiding the church

The breastpiece of the high priest, an integral part of the priestly clothing, stood to Israel as a reminder of the faithfulness of God to His people. Today it is a typological item that points us toward Christ, His work and the eternal security of all the elect, the chosen people of God

The ephod with its sash and onyx stones serve as a type of Christ. They remind us both of the role of Christ and the Holiness of the God we serve and represent in this world of darkness.

The Light that shines as a perpetual statue before God in the Tabernacle speaks of the Great High Priest and His continual ministering in the presence of God as He represents His people.

The curtains, upheld by the silver bands and hooks, demonstrate the purity of Christ to the world while the silver bands and hooks reminds those inside of the price that was paid for entry.

The brazen altar of the tabernacle points forward to the cross of Christ where the Son of God suffered the wrath of God poured out on Him to pay the full price for the sins of His people.

The veil in the Tabernacle bars the way to the true presence of God, but Christ, has made a way so that we can be reconciled to God.

The description of the boards, silver bases and the bars contained within God's instructions regarding the building of the Tabernacle speak of and foreshadow the hypostatic union of Christ.

Just as the fine linen curtains that form the Tabernacle and point us towards Christ, so too do the curtain and coverings that form the tent over the tabernacle point us toward Christ

God gives Moses specific instructions to build His dwelling place among His people. What does this teach us today and how do we apply it to our lives and walk with Christ

From death to life. The resurrection of Lazarus to bring Glory to the Father and the Son was, just like the regenerating work in our lives, solely and altogether a work of God.

Martha, Mary and Lazarus encounter the Incarnate Word through the death and resurrection of Lazarus. What does this encounter teach us about Christ and how are lives should be affected in light of this teaching?

As the Samaritan Woman at the well encounters Christ she is forever changed. What does this encounter teach us regarding Christ and how do we apply it to our lives today

The encounter between Simeon and the Christ Child, what does this encounter teach us about the effect of the Incarnate Word on those who encounter Him with faith.

Scripture introduces us to the concept of the ecclesia in Matthew as the disciple records Jesus' teaching regarding the foundation of the church (universal) and then later dealing with discipline in the church (local). As we gather to affirm Constitution and By-Laws of Christ Reformed Baptist Church we will look at what Scripture teaches us about the church, specifically God's purpose through the...

The lampstand in the Tabernacle existed to show and remind the people of Israel of the light and life that God provides His people by His presence. The lampstand symbolizes Christ, the life and light of men and reminds believers that as His people we are to be a light to the world, holding forth the Word of God which is "lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path.

The table and the bread in the holy place within the Tabernacle foreshadow Christ as the Sustainer and the Sustenance of our fellowship and communion with God.

True worship requires that the work of Christ be at the very core. The Ark of the Covenant contained a continual reminder of God's righteous standard, the testimony, and of God's gracious provision to us, the mercy seat.

Introduction the next section of the Book of Exodus where God will give His people instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle and the means by which they are to worship. Giving and Worship are both commands of God that are to be obeyed but done so from a willing heart.

The promise/warning passage found at the conclusion of the "Book of the Covenant" is to us a shadow of the new covenant promises and the certainty of the promise keeper.

The Law of God given by Moses on Sinai serves multiple purposes. It demonstrates our inability to keep the law and therefore our need for a savior. It teaches us that we are to live holy lives before the Holy God. Along with these, the Law also reminds us that we are to be resting in, surrendering to and worshipping God alone, for He alone is worthy.

The Law of God exists not only to show us that we have a great need of a savior, but also how to live holy before the Holy God1