Hillcrest CRC Messages

“A TRAGIC SALVATION” “Broken People, Faithful God,” part 5 A sermon outline based on Judges 10:6- 11:40 Hillcrest CRC, March 23, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters 1. Greater sin resulted in greater punishment . (Judges 10:6-9) 2. Sin affects our relationship with God. Sin is forsaking God. (Judges 10:7, 13, Jeremiah 2:11-13) It cuts us off from his power and help. (Judges 10:13-14, Deuteronomy 32:37–...

 “A CHALLENGE TO MAKE LIVING FOR JESUS A PRIORITY” A sermon outline based on Philippians 1:18-26 Hillcrest CRC, March 16, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Jim Busscher   INTRODUCTION : TO BE OR NOT TO BE FOR TO ME TO LIVE IS CHRIST FOR TO ME TO LIVE IS _____________________? FOR TO ME TO LIVE IS CHRIST! TO DIE IS GAIN TO DIE IS _______________________? TO DIE IS GAIN !   A TIME OF SELF EXAMINATION ·       THE CR...

“A CONVERSION STORY” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 27 A sermon outline based on Acts 16:16-40 Hillcrest CRC, March 9, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters    Paul was confronted with an evil spirit. (Acts 16:16-18) The love of money corrupts character . (Acts 16:19-21) They were severely and unjustly punished. (Acts 16:22-24) They sang praise in the midst of adversity . (Acts 16:25-28) T...

“GIDEON: GOD’S POWER IN WEAKNESS” “Broken People, Faithful God,” part 4 A sermon outline based on Judges 6&7 Hillcrest CRC, March 9, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters  1. God knows what we need . (Judges 6:7-10)  2. God showed them mercy . (Judges 6:10-11)  3. God demands our faithfulness . (Judges 6:25-32, Matthew 6:24)  4. Gideon and Israel were weak .  Israel was helpless . (Judges 6:2 – 6) Gi...

“HOW GOD SAVES” “Broken People, Faithful God,” part 3 A sermon outline based on Judges 4 & 5 Hillcrest CRC, March 2, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters   1. The LORD is a warrior who fights for His people. (Judges 4:14-15,23, 5:4) 2. He saved his people with a storm ! (Judges 4:14-15, 23, 5:4, 20-21, Joshua 10:10 – 11; 1 Samuel 7:10; Psalm 18:14; 144:6.) 3. He saved them through a woman named Debo...

“FOLLOWING JESUS WHEREVER HE LEADS” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 26 A sermon outline based on Acts 16:1-15  Hillcrest CRC, March 2, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters Following Jesus: 1. May require sacrifice . (Acts 16:3, Mark 8:34) 2. Means being sensitive to the Holy Spirit. (Acts 16:6-7) 3. Demands obedience . (Acts 16:8-12) 4. May take us out of our “comfort zone” . (Acts 16:13)...

“A LEFT-HANDED SAVIOR” “Broken People, Faithful God,” part 2 A sermon outline based on Judges 3:12-31 Hillcrest CRC, February 23, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters    1. We are slaves to sin. (Judges 3:12, Romans 3:9)  2. The LORD is sovereign . (Judges 3:12, Proverbs 16:9)  3. God hears our cries for help . (Judges 3:15, Psalm 103:10-12)  4. Our God is not distant . (Exodus 3:7-8, Judges 3:15, John...

“RESOLVING DIFFERENCES IN THE CHURCH” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 25 A sermon outline based on Acts 15  Hillcrest CRC, February 23, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters   1. Conflict is inevitable . (Acts 15:2, 39)  2. What process did the apostles use for resolving conflict? Each side voiced their opinions. (Acts 15:4-18) There was much discussion . (Acts 15:7) They sought God’s will...

“THE GREAT THINGS GOD HAS DONE” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 24 A sermon based on Acts 14:1-28 (27) Hillcrest CRC, February 16, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters 1. Many people came to faith in Jesus. (Acts 13:12, 48-52, 14:1)   Sergius Paulus. (Acts 13:12)  Many Gentiles in Antioch. (Acts 13:48-49,52)  Many Jews and Gentiles in Iconium. (Acts 14:1)  A large number in Derbe. (Acts 14...

“THE SIN CYCLE” “Broken People, Faithful God,” part 1 A sermon outline based on Judges 2:1– 3:11 Hillcrest CRC, February 16, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters They were seduced by counterfeit gods. (Judges 2:11-12, 17, 19, 3:7, Deuteronomy 7:1-5, Psalm 106:34-40, Jeremiah 2:6&13)  God sold them to their enemies. (2:1-3,10-13, 17,19,3:5-8, Exodus 23:20-33) They cried out to the LORD. (Judges 3:9)...

“SHARING THE GOOD NEWS” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 23 A sermon outline based on Acts 13:13-52 Hillcrest CRC, February 9, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters 1. Paul shared “good news.” (Acts 13:16-41)      Jesus was the promised Messiah and Savior. (Acts 13:23, 32-33)      Through Jesus there is forgiveness. (Acts 13:38-39)      Through Jesus we can have eternal life. (Acts 13:46,48)...

“SAVING FOR A RAINY DAY” What the Bible Says About Money, part 4 A sermon outline based on Genesis 41:17-40 Hillcrest CRC, February 9, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters 1. It’s wise to save and plan ahead.     (Genesis 41:25-40, Proverbs 6:6-8, 13:22, Matthew 25:1-13)   2. It will rain. (Genesis 41:30) 3. Save enough for unexpected emergencies. (Genesis 41:33-38) 4. Persistent, systematic saving pays...

“SPIRITUAL WARFARE” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 22 A sermon outline based on Acts 13:4-12 Hillcrest CRC, February 2, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters 1. They were sent by the Holy Spirit. (Acts 13:4) 2. They encountered opposition. (Acts 13:6-8) 3. Intelligent people can be open to the gospel. (Acts 13:7) 4. This was spiritual warfare. (Acts 13:9-11) 5. Sergius Paulus believed. (Ac...

“THE DANGERS OF DEBT” What the Bible Says About Money, part 3 A sermon outline based on 1 Timothy 6:3-10 Hillcrest CRC, February 2, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters 1. The following contribute to the problem of debt: Envy, greed and covetousness. (Exodus 20:17, Luke 12:15) Trying to impress others. Discontentment. (1 Timothy 6:6-8, Philippians 4:12-13) Lack of self-control. (Proverbs 25:28, Galatian...

Psalm 23

Philippians 1:27-2:11

“KEY DISCIPLINES FOR CHRISTIANS”  How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 21 A sermon outline based on Acts 12:25-13:3 Hillcrest CRC, January 19, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters God shows up when his people worship. (Acts 13:2) Fasting is a powerful and effective spiritual tool. (Acts 13:2-3) Prayer is crucial in our lives. (Acts 13:3) Next steps... Worship the Lord on your own sometime this...

“GIVE GENEROUSLY” What the Bible Says About Money, part 2 A sermon outline based on 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 (11) Hillcrest CRC, January 19, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters Jesus is our greatest treasure. (Philippians 3:7-11) God is the one who makes us rich. (2 Corinthians 9:11a, 1 Corinthians 4:7) Wealth comes in many different packages. (2 Corinthians 9:11b) God makes us rich so that we can be gener...

The Promise of Peace Micah 3:9-4:5

“KING HEROD VS. GOD” How Spirit-Filled People Changed the World, part 20 A sermon outline based on Acts 12:1-24 Hillcrest CRC, January 12, 2025, 5pm Rev. Curt Walters  Round 1: Herod killed James and arrested Peter. (Acts 12:1-4) Round 2: The church prayed earnestly for Peter. (Acts 12:5) Round 3: God did the impossible. (Acts 12:6-11) Round 4: They were astonished when God answered their prayers....

The Triumph of the Gospel Colossians 1:1-8

“MONEY DOESN’T GROW ON TREES” What the Bible Says About Money, part 1 A sermon outline based on Proverbs 6:6-11 Hillcrest CRC, January 12, 2025, 9:30am Rev. Curt Walters 1. Work is not a curse. (Genesis 2:15)   2. Hard work is a good thing.     (Proverbs 6:6-11, 12:11, 14:23, 28:19, 2 Thessalonians 3:10) 3. Work can be satisfying. (Ecclesiastes 2:24-25) 4. Ultimately we work for Jesus.     (Matthe...

To All Generations Psalm 90

The First Christmas Evangelists Luke 2:1-10