St. Stephen Reformed Church

The sermon centers on the assurance of faith and its transformative power, emphasizing that genuine belief in Jesus Christ is not merely an initial decision but an ongoing source of strength, obedience, and victory. Drawing from 1 John, the message explores the interconnectedness of faith, love for God and fellow believers, and joyful obedience to His commands, all rooted in the miracle of the new...

The sermon traces the biblical narrative of covenant, highlighting how God's plan from eternity culminated in Christ and now shapes the life of the church. It emphasizes that the church is not a product of human effort but a community created by God's grace, united to Christ, and defined by faithful preaching, disciplined care, and mutual responsibility. Drawing from passages like 1 Peter 1:9 and...

The sermon explores the concept of the covenant of redemption, emphasizing that God's plan for salvation predates all creation, unfolding from eternity past through the ages. It traces this plan through Old Testament covenants, culminating in the New Covenant established through Christ, who fulfilled every promise and unveiled a mystery previously veiled in shadows. The sermon highlights the triun...

The sermon explores the pivotal moment in Joseph's life when he reveals himself to his brothers, offering a powerful illustration of forgiveness and reconciliation. Drawing from Genesis 45, the message highlights Joseph's ability to transcend bitterness and offer grace, even in the face of past betrayal, emphasizing that God orchestrated these events for the preservation of life and the ultimate g...

The sermon traces the unfolding of God's covenantal plan throughout Scripture, culminating in the new covenant established through Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that the new covenant isn't a departure from previous covenants, but rather their fulfillment, offering a superior mediator, better promises, and ultimately, a transformed relationship with God characterized by internal law, direct access, a...

The sermon explores the transformative power of divine love through the story of Judah's impassioned plea to Joseph, highlighting his willingness to substitute himself for his brother Benjamin to protect his father. Drawing parallels between Judah's actions and the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, the message emphasizes that genuine repentance involves not only confession of guilt but also a profound...

The sermon traces the unfolding of God's covenant with David, demonstrating how it ultimately finds fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Beginning with the covenant of works and progressing through the covenants with Noah, Abraham, and Moses, the message highlights that God's plan was always centered on a Redeemer, culminating in the promise of a king from David's line. Through the resurrection, this prom...

The sermon explores the nature of testing and the importance of confession through the narrative of Joseph and his brothers. It highlights how Joseph, having experienced favoritism, tests his brothers to see if they have changed, ultimately revealing their willingness to confess their past wrongs and stand with their brother Benjamin. The message emphasizes that concealing sin leads to failure, wh...

The sermon explores the Mosaic covenant at Sinai, clarifying that it was not a replacement for grace but a revelation of God's holiness and a means of exposing humanity's sin, ultimately pointing towards the need for a mediator. It emphasizes that the law, while authoritative, functioned as a guardian leading to Christ, not as a path to righteousness, and highlights the ongoing covenant faithfulne...

The sermon explores Jacob's desperate situation and his eventual willingness to send Benjamin to Egypt, driven by the famine and Judah's persuasive leadership. It highlights Joseph's strategic manipulation of his brothers, designed to awaken their guilt and ultimately lead to reconciliation, demonstrating God's providential hand guiding events. The narrative underscores the themes of forgiveness,...

The sermon explores the Abrahamic covenant as a foundational element of God's redemptive plan, tracing its significance from Genesis to the New Testament and highlighting its enduring relevance for believers today. Drawing from Galatians 3, the message emphasizes that justification comes not through works or adherence to the law, but through faith in God's promise, mirroring Abraham's unwavering t...

The sermon explores the theological framework of covenant, tracing a line from Adam's broken covenant of works to Noah's preservation through the flood and ultimately to Christ's redemptive work. Drawing parallels between the ark and Christ, the message emphasizes God's unwavering faithfulness and grace, demonstrating how He preserves the world, not merely for comfort, but to create space for repe...

The wonder of our God who initiates, and binds himself to us though, covenants.