Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church

Sermon by pastor Nathan Elliot of Bible Baptist Church on John 7:1-9 “Christ and the World” for our worship service 1/11/26. The world hates Christ because the world loves its sin, and love for Christ can only come as a result of divine grace. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 4:6-8 “I Have Fought the Good Fight” for our worship service 1/4/26. The primary motivation of the Christian life is the hope of eternal life in Christ. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: https://linktr....

Sermon by Landon J. on Hebrews 4:14-16 “Approach the Throne of Grace” for our worship service 12/28/25. Because Jesus is the perfect high priest who truly suffered as a human, we are able to boldly approach Him for grace in our weakness. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us thr...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on Luke 1:26-38 “Son of the Most High” for our worship service 12/21/25. Gabriel’s angelic message to Mary revels both the glory and the humility of the coming Christ. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: https://linkt...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 4:1-5 “Preach the Word!” for our worship service 12/14/25. The preaching of the Word is the primary means of converting sinners and building up the saints. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: https://link...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 3:14-17 “All Scripture is Inspired By God” for our worship service 12/7/25. All Scripture is inspired by the Holy Spirit, without fault or error, enlightening us to salvation in Christ and equipping us for every good work. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 3:10-13 “The Godly Will Be Persecuted” for our worship service 11/23/25. All who desire a godly life will face some degree of persecution, and the only way to persevere is union with Christ by faith. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect wit...

Sermon by pastor Sal Pezzino from Sycamore Reformed Baptist Church on Mark 15:25-32 “Mocking the Christ” for our worship service 11/16/25. The cross reveals both our misery and the work of Christ for our deliverance as prophet, priest, and king. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect wit...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on Philippians 4:10-13 “All Things Through Christ” for our worship service 11/9/25. The secret to contentment in every circumstance is union with Christ, who provides in abundance! Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here:...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 3:1-9 “Those Who Oppose the Truth” for our worship service 11/2/25. In these last days, Christians must contend for the purity of the church and the clarity of the Gospel. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media he...

Sermon by brother Rich Kocis on John 18:33-38 “Christ the King” for our worship service 10/26/25. Jesus Christ is the King of all creation who subdues our rebellion, relieves our needs, and conquers our enemies. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: ht...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 2:22-26 “Flee Youthful Passions” for our worship service 10/19/25. Our calling to flee sin and pursue virtue enables us to be better used by God in the salvation of sinners. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 2:20-21 “Holy Vessels” for our worship service 10/12/25. As Christians, we are called to be purified and set apart to be useful to our Master in whatever place He leads us. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media h...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 2:14-19 “Word of Truth or Irreverent Babble?” for our worship service 10/5/25. All believers, but especially pastors, must build their foundation on the truth of God’s Word rather than mere human opinion. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connec...

Sermon by our deacon Landon on Jude 14-25 “The Church’s Defense Against Evil” for our worship service 9/28/25. God’s people have a duty to defend the truth against error and to rescue the doubting, trusting in Christ who will keep us to the end. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect wit...

Sermon by guest preacher Lance Jacobsen, elder of Living Word Bible Church, on Ecclesiastes 8 “Humility Goes Before Joy” for our worship service 9/21/25. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: https://linktr.ee/shepherdrbc

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 2:8-13 “Remember Jesus Christ” for our worship service 9/14/25. As believers, we should be daily preaching the Gospel to ourselves and taking courage to suffer well for the salvation of the elect. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with u...

Sermon by guest preacher on Psalm 31 “Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit” for our worship service 9/7/25. How good it is to entrust your soul to the hands of the Lord! Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: https://linktr.ee/shepherdrbc

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 2:3-7 “Soldiers, Athletes, and Farmers for Christ” for our worship service 8/31/25. Paul uses the examples of soldiers, athletes, and farmers to illustrate the necessity of perseverance in the Christian life. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and co...

Sermon by deacon Landon J. on Jude 1-13 “Contend for the Faith” for our worship service 8/24/25. The presence of error and wolves in the church demands us to soberly defend the truth of God and His Word. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media here: https://li...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 2:1-2 “Entrust the Truth to Others” for our worship service 8/17/25. Like a soldier passing orders on to his replacement, Paul reminds Timothy to stay strong in the grace of God and raise up others to follow after. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 1:13-18 “The Pattern of Sound Words” for our worship service 8/10/25. By a faithful reliance on the Spirit and a devotion to God’s truth, we are to hold fast to the pattern of sound words— and live accordingly. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 1:8-12 “Suffering for the Gospel” for our worship service 8/3/25. Our boldness to suffer well for the Gospel is rooted in the Gospel itself- the gracious power of God for our salvation. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through s...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 1:6-7 “Fan into Flame the Gift of God” for our worship service 7/27/25. Paul reminded Timothy to rekindle the gift of God in him, the Spirit of power, love, and self-control. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through social media...

Sermon by pastor Luke Schmeltzer on 2 Timothy 1:1-5 “To Timothy, My Beloved Child” for our worship service 7/20/25. Paul thanked God for Timothy’s sincere faith and his godly heritage that raised him in the truth of God’s Word. Shepherd Reformed Baptist Church- a congregation in the Joliet, IL area. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Support our church and connect with us through socia...