Riverside Church

September 5, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 13:56:13 +0000

Morning Worship (9:30 am)

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The Kind of Leader/ Saviour We Need
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
Read Exodus 2:11-25

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Moses and the Burning Bush
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
Read Exodus 3

August 29, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:20:09 +0000

Morning Worship (9:30 am)

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God’s Glory and the Word
Mr. Brian Murray
Read John 17:1-26

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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God’s Glory and Our Unity
Mr. Brian Murray
Read John 17:6-19 and 1 John 3:1-24

The Birth and Preservation of Moses – Exodus 2:1-10

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 22:00:48 +0000

A look at the birth and preservation of Moses as an encouragement to the Israelites and the people of God today.
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God’s Promises Fulfilled and Opposed – Exodus 1

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 13:30:23 +0000

A look at how God’s promises to Abraham are partially fulfilled in the fruitfulness of the Israelites and how these promises are opposed by the Egyptian Pharaoh.
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August 22, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:08:08 +0000

Morning Worship (9:30 am)

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God’s Promises Fulfilled and Opposed
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
A look at how God’s promises to Abraham are partially fulfilled in the fruitfulness of the Israelites and how these promises are opposed by the Egyptian Pharaoh.
Read Exodus 1

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Birth and Preservation of Moses
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
A look at the birth and preservation of Moses as an encouragement to the Israelites and the people of God today.
Read Exodus 2:1-10

August 15, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 20:30:30 +0000

Morning Worship (9:30 am)

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Why?
Rev. Jeff Kingswood
Read Psalm 2 & Acts 4:13-31

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Restoration of Jonah
Rev. Scott Wilkinson
Read Jonah 1

August 8, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 19:23:12 +0000

Morning Worship (9:30 am)

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Mr. Brian Murry

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)
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Mr. Brian Murry

New Morning Worship Time – 9:30 am

Aaron Roffel — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:56:35 +0000

Beginning August 1st, the morning worship service time will return to 9:30 am. We will continue to meet for evening worship beginning at 6 pm.

August 1, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:31:40 +0000

Morning Worship (9:30 am)

The Blessed Life
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Mr. Russ Kosits
Read Psalm 1

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Mr. Jon VanDyk

July 25, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 03:44:07 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

Jesus in his youth
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Mr. Fred Jonkman
Read Deuteronomy 6:1-25 & Luke 2:41-52

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

Put the Word into practice!
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Mr. Fred Jonkman
Read Psalm 19:7-11 & James 1:22-25

July 18, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:31:28 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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How the Lord Christ Builds His Church
Rev. Rudy De Vries
Read Acts 2:42-47

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Praying for the Inner Man
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Ephesians 3:7-21

July 11, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 13:20:26 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Jesus, Us and the Harvest
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
The subject of this passage is “The Harvest..” It tells us about Jesus’ attitude towards the harvest and his role in bringing it about. But attention is also given here to the role of the followers of Jesus in sowing and reaping the harvest.
Read John 4:27-42

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Peace, Be Still
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Mark 4:35-41

Jesus, Us and the Harvest – John 4:27-42

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 13:00:44 +0000

The subject of this passage is “The Harvest”. It tells us about Jesus’ attitude towards the harvest and his role in bringing it about. Attention is also given here to the role of the followers of Jesus in sowing and reaping the harvest.
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The Comfort of God’s Sovereignty – Ezra 1:1-11

Rev. Brian Murray — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 22:00:38 +0000

The glorious truth of the sovereignty of God is a tremendous comfort for us as believers. In a time of unrest, natural disasters, and economic instability, it is easy to lose sight of this fact.
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A Hungry Soul – Isaiah 55:1-13

Rev. Brian Murray — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 13:00:36 +0000

A human soul is unique to humans in God’s creation. As an introduction to a number of texts on the theme of our soul, this sermon deals with how we can have our soul fed, nourished, and encouraged through a study of Isaiah 55.
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June 27, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 22:26:50 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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A Hungry Soul
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Isaiah 55:1-13

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Comfort of God’s Sovereignty
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Ezra 1:1-11

The Wisdom of the World vs. The Message of the Cross (2) – 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 22:00:24 +0000

A look at a few practical implications that follow from the message of the cross.
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A New Covenant – Jeremiah 31:23-40

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 13:00:59 +0000

This sermons deals with the question of whether the new covenant is made with believers only, how it is meant to function in our lives and how it is fulfilled in the New Testament.
Read Jeremiah 31:23-40 | Download

June 20, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:37:28 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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A New Covenant
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
This sermons deals with the question of whether the new covenant is made with believers only, how it is meant to function in our lives and how it is fulfilled in the New Testament.
Read Jeremiah 31:23-40

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Wisdom of the World vs. the Message of the Cross
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
A look at a few practical implications that follow from the message of the cross.
Read 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5

June 13, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:57:25 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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God’s Covenant with Noah
Rev. Jeff Kingswood
Read Romans 4:1-12

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Priorities of Ministry
Rev. Jeff Kingswood
Read 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

June 6, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 17:02:38 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Rev. Joseph Alghrary

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Rev. Joseph Alghrary

The Good Fight – 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Mr. Doug Bylsma — Sun, 30 May 2010 13:00:39 +0000

How is Timothy going to be able to fight the good fight of the faith? The same way we can, by the grace of the all-sufficient God.
Read 1 Timothy 6:11-21 | Download

May 30, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Thu, 27 May 2010 00:25:24 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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The Good Fight
Rev. Doug Bylsma
1 Timothy 6:11-21

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Rev. Brian Murray

May 23, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Sat, 22 May 2010 16:38:48 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Sadness, Struggle, and Salvation”
Dr. Russ Kosits
Psalm 42-43

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Rev. Scott Wilkinson

May 16, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 14 May 2010 18:46:09 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Life in the Son: Part I
Dr. Ben Short
Read 1 John 5:1-13

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Life in the Son: Part II
Dr. Ben Short
Read 2 Corinthians 5:1-21

Jesus Gives Living Water – John 4:1-26

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 09 May 2010 22:00:06 +0000

This passage gives us rich insights into Jesus, ourselves, salvation and the goal of salvation.
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The Wisdom of the World vs. The Message of the Cross (1) – 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 09 May 2010 13:00:17 +0000

In this passage Paul shows why Christians should not be impressed with the wisdom of the world, but rather focus on the wisdom and the power of the message of the cross.
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May 9, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Thu, 06 May 2010 23:43:32 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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The Wisdom of the World vs. The Message of the Cross
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
In this passage Paul shows why Christians should not be impressed with the wisdom of the world, but rather focus on the wisdom and the power of the message of the cross.
Read 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Jesus Gives Living Water
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
This passage gives us rich insights into Jesus, ourselves, salvation and the goal of salvation.
Read John 4:1-26

May 2, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:38:56 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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A Cry for Our Time
Rev. Ken Herfst
Read Matthew 27:32-54

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Comfort for an Exiled People
Rev. Ken Herfst
Read Isaiah 54:1-17

The Goodness of God – Psalm 119:68

Rev. Brian Murray — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 22:00:03 +0000

The passage provides an excellent framework for studying the essential (“You are good”) and relative (“what you do is good”) goodness of God.
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Come Unto Me – Matthew 11:28-30

Rev. Ed Ludt — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 13:00:33 +0000

What kind of person does Jesus invite to come to Him? How can one know that he is personally invited by Jesus? What kind of reception can a filthy sinner expect to receive from the Lord of Life?
Read Matthew 11:25-30 | Download

April 25, 2010

Ken Tamminga — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:07:21 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Come Unto Me
Rev. Edward Ludt
What kind of person does Jesus invite to come to Him? How can one know that he is personally invited by Jesus? What kind of reception can a filthy sinner expect to receive from the Lord of Life?
Read Matthew 11:25-30

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Goodness of God
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Psalm 119:57-72

Fullness of Joy – Psalm 16:1-11

Mr. Doug Bylsma — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 13:00:56 +0000

Can one find complete satisfaction and joy for this life? What’s the secret? There is no secret. It is found in making God our refuge for this life, and Christ our hope in death. That is fullness of Joy!
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April 18, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:15:38 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Fullness of Joy
Mr. Doug Bylsma
Can one find complete satisfaction and joy for this life? What’s the secret? There is no secret. It is found in making God our refuge for this life, and Christ our hope in death. That is fullness of Joy!
Read Psalm 16:1-11

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Rev. Scott Wilkinson

The Gift of Mercy – Romans 12:8

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:00:06 +0000

In the Bible, God places considerable emphasis on our calling to show mercy. We are motivated in showing mercy, by God’s mercy to us in Jesus Christ.
Read Luke 10:25-37 & Romans 12:8 | Download

Is It About Me or Jesus? – John 3:22-36

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:00:30 +0000

The disciples of John the Baptist were disappointed that people were going to Jesus instead of John. In contrast, John the Baptist rejoiced because people were following Jesus instead of him. Like John we must learn that “He must become greater; I must become less.”
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April 11, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:53:19 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

Is It About Me or Jesus?
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
The disciples of John the Baptist were disappointed that people were going to Jesus instead of John. In contrast, John the Baptist rejoiced because people were following Jesus instead of him. Like John we must learn that “He must become greater; I must become less.”
Read John 3:22-36

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

The Gift of Mercy
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
In the Bible, God places considerable emphasis on our calling to show mercy. We are motivated in showing mercy, by God’s mercy to us in Jesus Christ.
Read Luke 10:25-37

Reminder of the Resurrection – 1 Corinthians 15:1-2

Rev. Scott Wilkinson — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 22:00:33 +0000

In this portion of scripture, Paul is reminding us of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Nothing gets lost in our heads faster than the gospel. We are constantly caught up with the troubles of everyday life, and therefore we need to be regularly reminded. Never get tired of being reminded of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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April 4, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 12:15:09 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

Are You Cross-Eyed?
Rev. Rudy de Vries
Read Isaiah 53:1-12 & Luke 23:1-43

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

Rev. Scott Wilkinson

A Desert, a Desert No More – Acts 8:26-40

Rev. Henry Bartsch — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 13:00:47 +0000

Luke, through this story of the Ethiopian, tells us that it is the gospel of God which changes the world. As it changed the Ethiopian, so will it change sinners today. Then they will show that change in our world.
Read Isaiah 56:1-8, Psalm 68:31 & Acts 8:26-40 | Download

March 28, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 20:18:29 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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A Desert, a Desert No More
Rev. Henry Bartsch
Luke, through this story of the Ethiopian, tells us that it is the gospel of God which changes the world. As it changed the Ethiopian, so will it change sinners today. Then they will show that change in our world.
Read Isaiah 56:1-8, Psalm 68:31 & Acts 8:26-40

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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What True Christians Do
Rev. Henry Bartsch
Paul describes what true Christians do. Because they are saved by grace alone, they worship God, glory in Jesus Christ, and put no confidence in the flesh.
Read Philippians 3:1-14

The Gift of Giving – Romans 12:8

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:00:18 +0000

In this sermon, the gift of giving is considered in the light of the fact that all of God’s people are called to give generously.
Read 1 Timothy 6:3-21 | Download

The Two Ways People Respond to Jesus – John 3:19-21

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:00:14 +0000

This text speaks of Jesus as the light of the world. As such people respond to Him either by avoiding Him because they love sin or by coming to Him so God’s work in them might be clearly seen.
Read John 3:1-21 | Download

March 21, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:09:04 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

The Gift of Giving
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
In this sermon, the gift of giving is considered in the light of the fact that all of God’s people are called to give generously.
Read 1 Timothy 6:3-21

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

The Two Ways People Respond to Jesus
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
This text speaks of Jesus as the light of the world. As such people respond to Him either by avoiding Him because they love sin or by coming to Him so God’s work in them might be clearly seen.
Read John 3:1-21

Nailed to the Cross – Colossians 2:13-15

Rev. Greg Bylsma — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:04:12 +0000

A sermon focusing on the power and effect of Christ’s work in granting forgiveness for our sins.
Read Colossians 2:6-23 | Download

March 14, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:23:35 +0000

Morning Worship & Lord’s Supper Celebration (9:00 am)

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Three Key Ingredients for the Church
Mr. Rudy DeVries
Read Acts 1:1-26

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Nailed to the Cross
Rev. Greg Bylsma
A sermon focusing on the power and effect of Christ’s work in granting forgiveness for our sins.
Read Colossians 2:6-23

Our Just Justifier – Romans 3:1-31

Rev. Brian Murray — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:39:07 +0000

There is a cry for justice in our culture today, but we are moving further away from the ability to understand what justice is as we push away the one true living God, our just justifier.
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Redemption Accomplished – Ruth 4

Mr. Doug Bylsma — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:24:59 +0000

One man is trying to do the least he can, and by his actions he forfeits the opportunity to act in the Messianic role as a Redeemer. Boaz however is different, and accomplishes redemption. Through this Ruth is assured of a future and receives a new identity, as the wife of Boaz and a mother in Israel. An outsider to the covenant of grace has been brought in.
Read Ruth 4:1-22 | Download

March 7, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:10:36 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Redemption Accomplished
Mr. Doug Bylsma
One man is trying to do the least he can, and by his actions he forfeits the opportunity to act in the Messianic role as a Redeemer. Boaz however is different, and accomplishes redemption. Through this Ruth is assured of a future and receives a new identity, as the wife of Boaz and a mother in Israel. An outsider to the covenant of grace has been brought in.
Read Ruth 4:1-22

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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Our Just Justifier
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Romans 3:1-31

God Confirms His Word in the Jordan – Joshua 3:9-12

Rev. Greg Bylsma — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:09:57 +0000

This sermon speaks on how God was confirming both His presence with Israel and His promise of victory in the promised land as He brought Israel through the Jordan river. Exploring God’s relationship with His people it looks into both what God demands of us and reveals to us of Himself before looking at how the greatest promise He has given is confirmed with a greater wonder than the crossing of the Jordan – the sending of His Son to the cross to save sinners.
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Chasing Down Redemption – Ruth 3

Mr. Doug Bylsma — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 19:10:25 +0000

In Chapter 3 of Ruth, we see Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz, each in their own way, pursuing redemption for a lost family. We are reminded of Christ’s active pursuit of us, and our active response to Him.
Read Ruth 3:1-18 | Download

The Gift of Leadership – Romans 12:8

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:38:04 +0000

Leadership in the church is a gift of the risen Christ. It is part of the way that He rules His people. Church leaders are to reflect the character of Christ in the way they lead.
Read Acts 20:25-31, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 & 1 Peter 5:1-4 | Download

February 28, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:18:23 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

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Chasing Down Redemption
Mr. Doug Bylsma
In Chapter 3 of Ruth, we see Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz, each in their own way, pursuing redemption for a lost family. We are reminded of Christ’s active pursuit of us, and our active response to Him.
Read Ruth 3:1-18

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

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The Growth of the Body
Rev. Greg Bylsma
A text that teaches us about the importance of every member of the body of Christ using their gifts for the growth of the entire church and the glory of God.
Read Ephesians 4:7-24

February 21, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:04:13 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

The Indwelling Spirit
Dr. Ben Short
Read Ezekiel 36:1-27

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

The Reward of Discipleship
Dr. Ben Short
Read Matthew 19:16-27

The Love of God for a Perishing World – John 3:16-18

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:48:03 +0000

In this passage we are taught that outside of God’s salvation we are rebels against God and we will perish. The greatness of God’s love is seen in the fact that He loved such a sinful world and that he made the greatest possible sacrifice – in giving His one and only Son.
Read John 3:1-22 | Download

February 14, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:27:14 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

The Love of God for a Perishing World
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
In this passage we are taught that outside of God’s salvation we are rebels against God and we will perish. The greatness of God’s love is seen in the fact that He loved such a sinful world and that he made the greatest possible sacrifice – in giving His one and only Son.
Read John 3:1-22

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

The Gift of Leadership
Mr. Jerry Hamstra
Leadership in the church is a gift of the risen Christ. It is part of the way that He rules His people. Church leaders are to reflect the character of Christ in the way they lead.
Read Acts 20:25-31, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 & 1 Peter 5:1-4

February 7, 2010

Aaron Roffel — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:03:19 +0000

Morning Worship (9:00 am)

Our Commission, Our Provision, Our Vision
Rev. Rudy de Vries
Read Luke 24:36-53 & Acts 1:1-11

Evening Worship (6:00 pm)

The Crown Jewel of God’s Character
Rev. Brian Murray
Read Habakkuk 1:1-2:1 & Revelation 4:1-11

Resolve to Read the Bible Daily – 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Rev. Scott Wilkinson — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:59:37 +0000

If you make one resolution at the beginning of this year, take time each day and commit to reading the Bible. Four benefits are presented from the passage.
Read 2 Timothy 3:14-17 | Download

Boldness in Judgment – 1 John 4:7-19

Rev. Greg Bylsma — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:57:45 +0000

A look at how perfect love casts out fear, the significance of a just judge and the power of the cross in light of Him.
Read 1 John 4:7-19 | Download

Warn Him as a Brother – 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Rev. Jeff Kingswood — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:39:51 +0000

How do we interact with those who are under the discipline of Christ’s Church?
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The Gift of Exhortation and Encouragement – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:15

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 02:18:04 +0000

This gift is important both for leaders and others in the church because we need one another to grow as Christians.
Read 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:15 & Romans 12:8 | Download

Jesus’ Teaching about Salvation – John 3:1-15

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 19:23:57 +0000

In this passage Jesus teaches Nicodemus about salvation – what it is and how to receive it.
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El Shaddai – Genesis 17:1-27

Rev. Brian Murray — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:00:21 +0000

Read Genesis 17:1-27 | Download

The Covenant Nurture of our Children – Deuteronomy 4:1-14

Rev. Brian Murray — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 05:07:50 +0000

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The Riches of God’s Wisdom – Romans 11:25-36

Rev. Brian Murray — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:09:18 +0000

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Wings of Refuge – Ruth 2:12

Mr. Doug Bylsma — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 03:54:06 +0000

The beauty of the book of Ruth really starts to unfold in the second chapter with the introduction of Boaz and the role he plays. As a type of David, his great-grandson, he begins to restore the fortunes and bring redemption to a family in Israel. As a type of Christ, we see Boaz’s great generosity to a foreigner and are reminded that we too are “foreigners” and “aliens from the commonwealth of grace,” yet to us grace comes!
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My Dear Son…Listen! – Proverbs 2:1-22

Rev. Bernie van Eyk — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:38:51 +0000

The Father addresses his impressionable son to not only listen, but urges him to receive his instruction to actively pursue wisdom with all of its practical and spiritual implications.
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Kids of the Kingdom – Mark 10:13-16

Rev. Bernie van Eyk — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:49:35 +0000

This passage is found in a broader context speaking on the implications of Christian discipleship. These verses communicate so emphatically and tenderly how our children are prized and loved by our Lord and the consequent responsibility of parents to faithfully bring their little ones to Jesus.
Read Mark 10:13-16 | Download

The Sun of Righteousness – Malachi 4:4-6

Rev. Greg Bylsma — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:30:32 +0000

A sermon looking at the a portion of the final prophecy before the coming of Christ and His forerunner, John the Baptist.
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How to Live as We Await the Fullfillment of God’s Promises – Micah 4:5

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 07:03:45 +0000

This text expresses the intention of the faithful in Israel to serve the Lord as they awaited the fulfillment of His promises.
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The Gift of Teaching – Romans 12:7b

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 07:03:01 +0000

A look at what Paul had in mind when he spoke of the gift of teaching.
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The Person of the Holy Spirit, Part 2 – Hebrews 9:11-14

Rev. Henry Bartsch — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:25:11 +0000

At the cross and resurrection Jesus was not alone; God the Spirit was with him. For “through the eternal Spirit he offered himself up as a sacrifice to God.” and by the Spirit was made alive. As man Jesus Christ offered himself in holiness to God through the power of the Spirit. In other words, the Spirit helped Jesus in the sacrifice. Humanly, he was supported in his decision to go to the cross by the Spirit. The same is true of his resurrection and ascension. In 1 Peter 3:18 we are told that Jesus was “put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit.” And in his ascension he gave the Spirit, so that now Jesus Christ ministers to us still -by the Spirit.
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The Person of the Holy Spirit, Part 1 – Luke 2:39-52

Rev. Henry Bartsch — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:24:23 +0000

Where do we look for the revelation of the Spirit? Not at our lives, or the life of the church; we look to Jesus. God the Father anointed Jesus with the oil, figurative for the Holy Spirit. Isaiah’s songs about the Messiah told this: the Father says, behold my servant, my elect one, I have put my Spirit upon him. He taught in the Spirit, offered himself as our sacrifice through the Spirit, and did great works in the Spirit. Yes, he had the Holy Spirit, and to know the Spirit then we look to Jesus. So let us look to the life of our Lord Jesus Christ to understand the Spirit. This morning we will discover the person of the Spirit in connection with Jesus Christ’s incarnation, his growing up years, and his adult ministry. We will find as the Spirit was with Jesus Christ, so he is with us.
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Testing our Faith – John 2:23 – 3:3

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:46:41 +0000

According to this text not all faith is saving faith. This passage gives insights into the difference between saving faith and non-saving faith.
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This Gift of Service – Romans 12:7

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:45:19 +0000

A look at the gift of service as it is meant to function in the Church.
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The Great I AM! – John 8:48-59

Rev. Brian Murray — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:24:55 +0000

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God -The Same Yesterday, Today and Forever – James 1:1-18

Rev. Brian Murray — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:23:52 +0000

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Faith, and Frowning Providences – Ruth 1

Mr. Doug Bylsma — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:26:22 +0000

Christ never promised a life free from trials and difficulties. William Cowper refered to these as the “frowning providences” of God. In Ruth chapter 1, we see three people facing these “frowning providences.” Elimelech, in a spirit of distrust turns his back on the covenant God and redemption. Naomi’s decision making isn’t above reproach either. It is Ruth, one outside the covenant, who leads the way as she grasps hold in true faith to the God of redemption.
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Jesus Clears the Temple (2) – John 2:18-22

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:29:09 +0000

This sermon focuses on Jesus’ messianic claim by clearing the temple, his claim to be the fulfillment of the temple and the sign of the resurrection.
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Where are the Prophets? – Romans 12:6b

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:36:35 +0000

This sermons seeks to understand God’s Word to us today in Paul’s exhortation to prophets to exercise their gift. It looks at the nature and purpose of prophecy in the Bible, the cessation of prophecy after the closing of the NT canon and the contemporary relevance of this exhortation.
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Godly Sorrow – 2 Corinthians 7:1-12

Rev. Greg Bylsma — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:20:35 +0000

This text draws attention to the fact that there are two kinds of sorrow for sin. Simply being grieved by our sin, we see here, is not what it means to be Christian. The Christian is led from sorrow to repentance, to salvation in Christ.
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Testing and Approving the Will of God – Romans 12:2b

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 02:59:31 +0000

The result and goal of our transformation is that we are able to test and approve the will of God.
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Chosen to Worship – Colossians 3:1-17

Rev. Jeff Kingswood — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:32:20 +0000

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Dying to Live – Colossians 3:1-17

Rev. Jeff Kingswood — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:31:42 +0000

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Do You Live in Hope? – Ecclesiastes 9:1-18

Rev. Kevin Carter — Sun, 31 May 2009 04:01:57 +0000

Death is a fearful expectation of virtually all people, yet too many mask their fear of death with a worldly wisdom that seeks to find hope in earthly temporal issues. Solomon points out the madness of man’s heart at work to deny the appointment with death we all have. He leads us to the Wisdom of God in Jesus Christ who has conquered death for His people to give them a sure and certain hope.
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Is It Vain to Respect Authority? – Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Rev. Kevin Carter — Sun, 31 May 2009 04:00:05 +0000

Ambivalence to authority affects all three spheres of society – the government, the family and the church. Yet submission to authority is a testimony to the work of God’s grace in our hearts and trust in the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Solomon shows the signs of this ambivalence and leads us to the Wisdom of God that changes our countenance towards authority.
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Abram’s Journey through the Land – Genesis 13:17

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Mon, 25 May 2009 02:29:02 +0000

Abram’s journey through the land of Canaan is a symbolic conquest of the land which part of the struggle between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent. The victory in this struggle is won by Jesus Christ by his life, death and resurrection.
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Don’t be Conformed to this World; Be Transformed – Romans 12:2a

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 24 May 2009 04:04:26 +0000

God calls us to not to be conformed to this world, but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.
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Christian Living in an Unbelieving World – Philippians 2:14-16

Dr. Ben Short — Mon, 18 May 2009 01:33:08 +0000

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The Ascention of Christ – Hebrews 10:12-14

Dr. Ben Short — Sun, 17 May 2009 15:34:01 +0000

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Be Strong in Grace – 2 Timothy 2:1

Rev. Greg Bylsma — Mon, 11 May 2009 03:00:40 +0000

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Whom Fear Ye? – Isaiah 51:12-16

Mr. John Westendorp — Sun, 03 May 2009 23:56:38 +0000

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The ‘Known’ God – Isaiah 45:1-7

Mr. John Westendorp — Sun, 03 May 2009 23:54:19 +0000

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Following in Jesus’ Steps – 1 Peter 2:18-25

Mr. Bill VanDoodewaard — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 03:41:40 +0000

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Waiting on the Lord – Psalm 130

Rev. Brian Murray — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 03:31:26 +0000

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The Promise of Offspring – Genesis 13:16

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:44:57 +0000

The promise of offspring is the promise of a new community through whom God is going to bless the world. This promise is fulfilled in a special way through Jesus Christ who is The Seed of Abraham, but also through those who are united to Him by faith.
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The Promise of the Land – Genesis 13:15

Mr. Jerry Hamstra — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:31:08 +0000

The promsie of the land is very important in God’s plan of salvation. It is fulfilled initially when Israel inherits the land of promise. It is further fulfilled in the salvation accomplished by Jesus Christ which is revealed as the inheritance of the spiritual seed of Abraham and finally fulfilled in the new heavens and the new earth.
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Following Our Commander and Chief – Joshua 5:13-6:21

Rev. Brian Murray — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 17:00:46 +0000

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A Humble Heart’s Cry – Psalm 130

Rev. Brian Murray — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 16:58:14 +0000

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The Anatomy of Great Faith – Luke 7:1-10

Rev. Brian Murray — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 02:34:20 +0000

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