Blaxland Reformed Church - Sermons

The Incarnation Of The Son Of God Bible Reading: Philippians 2:1-10 Summary: The sermon proclaims Christ’s incarnation as God’s gracious fulfilment of His covenant, emphasising Jesus’ true divinity and true humanity. In profound humility, He became a servant, suffered, and died to reconcile sinners to God. His perfect holiness removes our sin, making Him our only Mediator and Saviour. Preached By...

Christ’s Certain Victory Over Lawlessness Bible Readings: 2 Thessalonians 2:1–12 Summary: 2 Thessalonians 2:1–12 comforts believers troubled by lawlessness, deception, and end-time confusion. Paul teaches that rebellion and the man of lawlessness will appear, yet evil remains restrained under God’s sovereign rule. Christians must not be shaken, deceived, or fascinated by darkness, but love Christ’...

To Live Is Christ, To Die Is Gain Bible Reading: Philippians 1:19-30 Summary: This sermon, based on Philippians 1:19–30, centres on Paul’s confession: “To live is Christ, and to die is gain.” Written from prison, Paul’s words show that Christ gives meaning to life, courage in suffering, and victory over death. The sermon encourages believers to trust God even in hardship, knowing that the Spirit s...

We Ought Always To Give Thanks... Bible Readings: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 Summary: The sermon on 2 Thessalonians 1:1–12 teaches that believers should follow Paul’s example by giving thanks for God’s work in the church, even during hardship. Paul thanks God for the Thessalonian congregation because their faith is growing, their love is increasing, and their endurance remains steadfast under persecut...

Work In Progress Bible Reading: Philippians 1:1-18 Summary: Paul writes these words from prison, yet his message is full of joy and confidence in God’s faithfulness. Christian assurance is built on what Christ has already done on the cross, which brings salvation and starts us on a journey of spiritual growth, no matter what we face. Paul tells the church that God never leaves His work unfinished....

Pray Without Ceasing Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Summary: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 compares prayer to breathing, calling it the soul’s spiritual breath, made possible by the Holy Spirit. The sermon points to Pentecost as the time when the Spirit turned the early church into a community of prayer. Prayer is described as essential to Christian life, not just an extra activity. Paul’s word...

Grace For Those Who Love Christ Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:21–24 & Revelation 2:1–7 Summary: This sermon teaches that Christ preserves His church by grace, gives peace, love, and faith, and calls believers to persevere in sincere love for Him. It warns against cold orthodoxy, urges remembrance and repentance, and points the church back to joyful fellowship with Christ. Preached By Rev Lourens...

The Hope That Guards Our Hearts Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Summary: This sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11 teaches that believers should live with sober faith, love, and the hope of salvation as they await Christ’s return. Rather than fearing the future, Christians are called to holiness, to encouragement, and to confidence in Jesus, who saves them from wrath and gives them eternal hope...

Clothed With Christ: Standing Firm In The Whole Armour Of God Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:10–20 Summary: Life can be hard, and believers often feel pressure to compromise, but God’s Word assures us to depend on God. Paul, writing while imprisoned, reminds us that we live in the time between Jesus’ victory and the ultimate defeat of evil. This means spiritual struggles are ongoing. Our real battle i...

A Mother’s Day Comfort, Grief With Hope In Christ Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; John 19:17–27 Summary: 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 encourages Christians to grieve, but with hope grounded in Christ. The passage acknowledges that death is a painful enemy caused by sin and assures us that Jesus has already defeated it by sharing in our sorrow, dying, and rising again. Paul wrote to a young chu...

Authority, Obedience, And Christian Life Bible Reading: Ephesians 6:1–9 Summary: People naturally resist authority because of sin, beginning in Paradise when Adam and Eve disobeyed God’s command. This rebellion appears in homes, workplaces, governments, and society. Yet through Christ, God restores joyful obedience. The Fifth Commandment teaches us to honour parents and all authorities, for God ru...

A Quiet Life In The Lord. Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12 & Ecclesiastes 4:4–6 Summary: Paul, in 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12, encourages Christians to live out their faith in everyday life, seeking to please God. A quiet life, according to him, is shaped by holiness, genuine love for others, deep contentment, and honest work. Ecclesiastes 4:4–6 adds a warning about three traps in everyday li...

Submission To One Another Is True Love Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:21-33 Summary: Ephesians 5:21–33 calls believers to mutual submission out of reverence for Christ. Wives are to support their husbands as the church submits to Christ. Husbands must love sacrificially, like Christ, who gave Himself for the church. Marriage is a sign of Christ’s church. Preached By Rev Lourens Nel on 26/4/26 PM Servi...

Be Steadfast Under Trials, Christ Is Coming Again! Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 Summary: Paul comforts the Thessalonians, explaining that he didn’t want to leave them, but he was forced to. He reminds them that hardship and opposition are normal for believers, but Jesus is always faithful to care for His church through His providence, through dedicated people, and through everyday ble...

You Are Now The Light in the Lord Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:6–21 Summary: This sermon shares the message of Ephesians 5:6–21, reminding believers that they were once in darkness but now live in the light because of what Christ has done. Paul encourages Christians to live out their new identity by walking as children of light. He highlights the importance of living wisely and being filled with the...

Shaped By The Love Of Christ Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 Summary: This sermon on 1 Thessalonians 2:1–16 reminds us that Christians and the church are formed by Christ's self-sacrificing love. Paul shares his heart, defending his ministry not for his own sake, but to show that the gospel is always a gift, never a demand. Real ministry cares more about pleasing God than impressing people....

The New Life In Christ: Walking In Love, Living Holy Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:1–5 Summary: Paul teaches that real love is defined by Christ’s selfless sacrifice, rather than by unlimited self-expression. Because believers have been chosen, redeemed, and sealed, they are called to live as dearly loved children who imitate God by walking in love. This new identity requires new purity: sexual immor...

The Risen Jesus Creates A People Marked By Faith, Love, Hope And Gives Peace To His Church Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 1 & John 20:19-31 Summary: On the Sunday after Easter, often called the “eighth day,” we will reflect on how the risen Jesus meets people in their fear and doubt, offering His gift of peace. In John 20, the disciples are hiding behind locked doors when Jesus appears to the...

The Church Must Live Like New People In Jesus Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:17-32 Summary: This passage calls Christians to live in their new identity with Christ. Believers are reminded that they are already made new in Christ and therefore are called to a new life in Jesus, worthy of their salvation. Maybe you’ve wondered: If I really belong to Jesus, why is it so hard to change? Why do old habits...

The Living Joy Of The Risen Lord Bible Readings: Psalm 100 & 1 Corinthians 15:1-33 Summary: This Easter sermon proclaims the living joy that flows from the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Psalm 100 calls God’s people to approach Him with joy, thanksgiving, and confident praise because Christ is truly risen (1 Corinthians 15). Psalm 100 invites all the earth to worship the Lord gladly, reminding...

“THE LORD REIGNS: THE HOLY KING LIFTED UP FOR THE NATIONS” Scripture : Psalm 99 & John 12:20-36 Text Verse: Psalm 99:1 Preached By Rev Lourens Nel on Easter Friday 2026

We Are Building The Church Through Unity Bible Reading: Ephesians 4:1-16 Belgic Confession Art 28 Summary: Ephesians 4 calls believers to live as one body in Christ, growing together in faith, love, and service through unity in God’s Word and Spirit Preached By REv Lourens Nel on 29/3/26 PM Service

Hosanna To The King Who Saves Bible Readings: Psalm 98 & Matthew 21:1-11 Summary: Palm Sunday celebrates Jesus as the humble King who saves. Psalm 98 and Matthew 21 call us to cry “Hosanna,” trust Christ’s saving grace shown at the cross, and live as His redeemed people while awaiting His return. Preached by Rev Lourens Nel on 29/3/26 AM Service

A Prayer For Strength Bible Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21 Summary: The passage is a prayer for strength. This is to ask that Christ will live in us. It does not mean that He does not live in us, but it is a prayer that He will live in us even more! The word “dwells” means permanent, and it stands against a temporary dwelling. This means that Christ would determine our thoughts, our emotions and our d...

The Lord Reigns Bible Readings: Psalm 97 Summary: God’s reign is righteous and just. God exposes false gods, brings joy to His people, and calls those who love Him to reject evil and live in grateful worship. In the New Testament, this reign is revealed in Jesus Christ, who sits at God’s right hand. Jesus is the enthroned King, who secures light, joy, and hope for all who trust in Him. Preached By...