Ontario United Reformed Church

In this lesson we exposit the sacred scriptures in Acts 1:1-11 and consider how it relates to the truth we profess in the Apostle’s creed and expounded upon in the Heidelberg Catechism concerning the ascension of Christ.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><st...

Ancient Israel is an example to us not to look to the world to solve our problems. One kingdom is no better than another. Looking to Egypt for help was hopeless as Egypt would be overcome by Assyria. Israel thought to look to Babylon to help her overcome Assyria because she too would be overcome by the Medes and Persia. God calls us to put our trust in Him, not the kingdoms of this world.<br&gt...

Embarcamos nuevo estudio sobre el libro de los Hechos de Cristo Jesús por medio de su Espíritu y a través de sus apostóles.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Acts 1:1–11<br><br><strong>Series:</s...

In the book of Isaiah God is confronting the superpowers of the day. In this section the prophet addresses Egypt. Like Egypt the world in our day seeks to gain as much power as it can in order to further its own well being with caring for the well being of others. The world seeks through its own wisdom and self-reliance, apart from God, to solve all of its problems, but only ends up making things...

In this message we consider how the gospel benefits we receive are more than the legal and forensic declarations that we are forgiven and justified by faith alone. We also receive the mystical benefits of Christ’s death and resurrection power to remake and renew us.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><b...

It isn't enough to be able to argue for the validity of the resurrection. We must also be able to explain why the resurrection matters. What did the resurrection accomplish for us and what does it mean for us? Listen to 7 results of the Resurrection.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Morning<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T...

Have you thought what your last words will be? Some of the greats of history spoke with cleverness, beauty, and advice. When we consider Jesus' famous last words on the cross, we find that he spoke with compassion, mercy, and assurance. Listen to learn from the last 7 sayings from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br&gt...

What does it mean that Christ suffered the curse for us? In this lesson we try to consider the full extent of Christ’s excruciating suffering on our behalf, which was physical, emotional, and spiritual. How should we respond? Listen to find out<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern&l...

On this Palm Sunday as we take a look at the Triumphant Entry of Christ we take note of the manner of his entrance, which is both Majestic and Lowly. We examine devotion He has for His Father & the great love he has for his own and see that he is determined to go all the way to end that is waiting for him, which is the Cross. There are some who line the road shouting their Hosannas will shortl...

Is the virgin birth actually significant? How is the movie Inception related to the holy conception of Jesus and our mindset of humility in Christ? Listen to find out<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Philippians 2:1...

<br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Morning<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Isaiah 14:28—17:11<br><br><strong>Series:</strong><br>Isaiah

In this message we consider the destructive “lie of modernity” that we are our own that has resulted in an inhumane habitat in society. By contrast we see that Christian anthropology of belonging to Jesus is so rich and full. Listen in hear more about the beauty and freedom of belonging to Jesus by faith<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><...

<br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Morning<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Isaiah 13:1—14:27<br><br><strong>Series:</strong><br>Isaiah

In this lesson we consider what the title Christ means. We ask what what humanity would have been apart from prophets, priests, and kings appointed by God. Then we consider how in Jesus those three offices coalesce to find their consummation. Lastly we look at how we now share in his anointing as Christ-ians, and thus are prophets priests and kings by our union with Him.<br><br><str...

Listen to hear the 7-fold aspect of Jesus, the Shoot and Root of Jesse.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Morning<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Isaiah 11—12<br><br><strong>Series:</strong><br>Isaiah

In this message we consider the Christian claim that salvation is found exclusively in Christ alone. We consider Jesus’ claim that He is the way and the truth and the life. Lately we consider the biblical view over against the Roman Catholic position.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R....

When God's people sin God disciplines them. God often uses the ungodly to discipline his people. Those discipline seems hard at the time, God preserves his people because of his covenant faithfulness. We can be encouraged that God means what is best for us in those times. Even more, those whom he uses to discipline us will be judged because their motives were evil. Listen to hear how God disc...

In this message we consider the meaning and import of God’s providence as it relates to His sed-sufficiency. Why is it a good thing for us that God does whatever He pleases?<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Psalm 13...

Let us learn from God's judgment of Israel not to continue in our sin of Arrogance and Pride thinking that we do not need the Lord God. Let us not repeat her failures. Let us acknowledge our need for God and for the salvation that only He has provided for us in His Son. If we neglect this great salvation The upraised justice of God will come down upon us.<br><br><strong>Time...

In this lesson we consider how the Lord is our God and our Father who loving guides us, is our comforting presence, and has promised us an eternal inheritance.<br><br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Psalm 23<br>Heid...

King Ahaz faced a time of darkness and trouble. Instead of looking for help to God Most High, he sought to align Judah with the great nation of Assyria. Instead of bringing help to Judah the darkness only grew. In the midst of the darkness God promised to send us a Son, born of a woman yet God Almighty. He has overcome the darkness. Let us walk in the Light of the Son of God and not lose faith as...

In this message we consider God the Father, the Son, and the Spirit have always lived in a holy society of love in the Trinity, and so God calls humanity to reflect his image. How do we live in such society of holy love? By constantly affirming the gospel, the good news about what God the Father, God the Son and God the Spirit have done for us in love.<br><br><strong>Time:</st...

King Ahaz found himself in a precarious position. The Northern Kingdom of Israel had made an alliance with Syria. In the south the idolatrous King Ahaz reigned. The king of Syria and the King of Israel came against Judah to make war against Jerusalem and King Ahaz. When King Ahaz heard the news his heart shook. God sent Isaiah to speak to Ahaz and strengthen his heart. Would King Ahaz stand in fai...

<br><strong>Time:</strong><br>Evening<br><br><strong>Minister:</strong><br>Rev. T. R. Kern<br><br><strong>Texts:</strong><br>Hebrews 11:1–3<br>Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 7<br><br><strong>Series:</strong><br>Catechism Series

In chapters 1-5 we are given an introduction into the book of Isaiah and what it is about. In Chapter 6 God prepares Isaiah for what will be his lifelong task as God's prophet. This vision reveals God's truth about Himself and Isaiah. God is truth and in him is no lie. Sinful man represses the knowledge that God is the source of all truth and seek to create their own. This path will lead...