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Mid Cities OPCOne in Christ Jesus (Galatians 3:23-29)On Sunday, June 29, 2025, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "One in Christ Jesus" from Galatians 3:23-29."Through faith in Christ you have become adopted sons and daughters of God united in the same family and coheirs of eternal life."1. Before Faith Came (vs. 23, 24)2. Now That Faith Has Come (vs. 25-29)2025-06-2928 min
New Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastRevelation 19:11-21 Christ on the White Horse (May 25, 2025 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Revelation 19:11-21 we see a picture of the last day. What will happen? Though many parts of the book of Revelation are difficult to interpret, the basic message here is clear: Christ will return and defeat His enemies. Every enemy will be defeated. What should you do then? Endure suffering faithfully if a Christian. Turn to Christ if you are not.2025-05-2535 min
Immanuel Church OPCHow Does the Gospel Cause us to Respond to Christ?Hebrews 1:1-14/John 12:1-8 Theme: How does Mary’s act show Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of God? 1. Gospel-Driven Generosity 2. Greed-Driven Calculation _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Questions 1. Kids: What is pure nard? Or spike nard? 2. How does Mary’s faith in Christ cause her to respond to Jesus in thanksgiving? 3. What is Judas’s response to Mary’s act of devotion toward Jesus? 4. What connection can we make between Psalm 45, Hebrews 1, and our 2025-05-1431 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastActs 2:14-41 Christ, King Raised from the Dead (April 20, 2025 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Acts 2:14-41, in the first Apostolic sermon on the day of Pentecost, Peter proclaims the glory of Christ's Kingdom in connection with His resurrection from the dead. Through union with Christ, every believer triumphs with Christ, being seated with Him in the heavenly places, overcoming their sins in this life, and reigning with Christ in the world to come having overcome death itself in victory. Such is the hope of the gospel, and such is Christ's victory as King in His resurrection from the dead.2025-04-2139 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 27:27-54 Christ, King on the Cross (April 20, 2025 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 27:27-54 Christ is put to death. Everything in the narrative is ironic as Christ is mocked and humiliated for being the "King of the Jews." In reality, however, all that happens to Him, even in His death, proves His Kingship. Christ is the King who reigns from the cross.2025-04-2037 min
Mt. Rose OPCBrothers and Sisters in ChristToday, we take a look at an often-overlooked passage in the book of Romans—Chapter 16 which contain a long list of greetings that the Apostle Paul sends to his fellow believers in Rome. At first glance, this chapter might seem like a mere formality, a collection of names we can scarcely pronounce, with little relevance to our lives today. But as we dig deeper, we discover that this passage offers us profound insights into the beauty of Christian community, the diversity of God’s people, and the call to love, serve, and rightly regard one another as members of Chri...2025-02-2340 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 1:18-25 Christ Born to Die (December 24, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)If Christ really is fully God and fully man, if this glorious incarnation has truly happened, what is its purpose? Why did God actually become man? We are told the answer in the record of his birth in Matthew 1:18-25. He came to save his people from their sins. This he did by dying. The Son of God became man, so that he might die.2024-12-2427 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastJohn 1:14-18 Christ Born Prophet (December 22, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)If the birth of Christ really is the Word becoming flesh, then he is, in himself, the greatest revelation of the Father. He is the exegesis of the Father in his very person. He is the one who came down from heaven to testify of the things that are in heaven. He is the one of whom it can be said, "If you have seen him, you have seen the Father." Such are the prophetic implications of the incarnation, and the glory of the one who is fully God and fully man.2024-12-2234 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 4:14-16 Christ Born Priest (December 22, 2024 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 4:14-16 we are told that Christ is a glorious High Priest who has passed through the heavens. He is like us in every way except without sin. As the one who is fully God and fully man, he is perfectly fitted to be the priest who reconciles man to God. He is able to make a full atonement for our sins, intercede for us forever, and to be a compassionate High Priest, sympathizing with us in our weaknesses.2024-12-2235 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastLuke 1:26-38 Christ Born King (December 15, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)If Christ is fully God and fully man, what does that tell us about who he was born to be? When the angel Gabriel announces the birth of Christ to Mary, he tells her that he will be great, and that he will be given the throne of his father David, and that there will be no end to his kingdom. Christ being fully God and fully man, the eternal Son of God who took on human flesh, means he was born to have a kingdom that will never end.2024-12-1534 min
OPC Ruling Elder PodcastChrist Freely OfferedRev. Andy Wilson and Rev. Russell Hamilton talk about The Marrow of Modern Divinity, an old book that wrestles with the free offer of Jesus Christ to sinners, and questions of law and assurance. This lively old book continues to be relevant to ruling elders in helping people with questions of faith, freedom from the law, legalism, and assurance. Gospel preaching is vital to gospel churches.Further Reading on the Marrow Edward Fisher, The Marrow of Modern Divinity, (Christian Focus, 2016). This edition includes explanatory notes by Thomas Boston, an introduction by Philip Ryken, and an historical i...2024-12-1556 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastPhilippians 2:5-8 Christ, a True Son of Man (December 8, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)Christ is not only fully God, but he is also fully man. The glory of the incarnation is seen in the humility of the eternal Son of God who took on the form of a man, even the form of a servant for us. He has become fully man for us, having both a true body and a rational soul. This is the glory of Christ, who is both fully God and fully man.2024-12-0840 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 1:1-14 Christ, the Son of God (December 8, 2024 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 1:1-14 the author compares the greatness of Christ to the angels. He proclaims that Christ is far greater than the angels because he is the Son of God. As the Son of God, Christ is fully equal to the Father. He is of the same substance, the same essence, being eternal, self-sufficient, immutable, immense, and incomprehensible in his greatness. This is the God we serve. This is our Savior: Christ, both fully God and fully man.2024-12-0836 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastRevelation 6:1-8 The Four Horsemen: Christ is Sovereign (September 8, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Revelation 6:1-8 four horsemen are sent out to bring judgment to the earth. What do these horsemen mean? Ultimately, they show that Christ is sovereign over all the affairs of man. This means that the Christian can be at peace when he sees disasters in the world. It also means that those who are not Christians should repent and turn to Christ.2024-09-0939 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastRevelation 3:7-13 Philadelphia: Christ's Mercy on the Weak (August 11, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)The church at Philadelphia suffered greatly and was near the end of its strength. Christ, however, who has the keys of David, had opened a door for them that no one could shut. Such is grace and mercy of Christ in strengthening those who suffer for his name. In suffering remember that Christ is the Savior who strengthens his people.2024-08-1139 min
Simple Grace RadioRomans 8:12-17 | Heirs with ChristThe doctrine of adoption is, to our great detriment, an often a neglected doctrine. If Iasked you, “What is the first thought that comes to mind when I say the word, ‘Christian', how many of you would say, ‘Child of God’?" Last week we noted that the definition of a Christian is a person who has been filled with the Spirit of Christ. This morning we see that that Spirit is a Spirit of adoption. To be a Christian is to be a beloved child of the Heavenly Father. And it’s critical that we understand this.2024-06-0228 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 7:1-28 Christ as Priest Raised from the Dead (March 31, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)Christ's work as priest is not limited to his sacrifice on the cross. He continues to serve as priest having been raised from the dead. He is the priest forever after the order of Melchizedek and pleads the merits of his blood on behalf of his people.2024-03-3133 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 8:1-9:14 Christ as Priest on the Cross (March 31, 2024 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)Jesus is our great High Priest, through whom the way has been opened to God. How was this way opened? Through his death. Christ is both the priest and the sacrifice whereby we are cleansed from our sins and enabled to approach God without fear.2024-03-3145 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastPhilippians 3:1-11 Two Kinds of Religion (Part 2): Counting Christ as More (March 10, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Philippians 3:1-11 Paul is speaking about true versus false Christianity. What was it that enabled him to see through temptation of false Christianity? It was his rejoicing in Christ. Paul simply counted Christ as more valuable than anything that might be offered to him, and indeed, more valuable than life itself.2024-03-1041 minMid Cities OPCIn It for the Long Haul (Philippians 2)On Sunday, February 11, 2024, Mr. Brandon Luter, deacon at Christ OPC in Flower Mound, Texas, and a candidate under care of the Presbytery of the Southwest, preached "In It for the Long Haul" from Philippians 2.
mcopc.org/podcast 2024-02-1437 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastPhilippians 2:1-11 Be Humble, as Christ is Humble (February 11, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Philippians 2:5-11 contains one of the most glorious descriptions of the incarnation in the entire Bible. This doctrine, however, is also intensely practical. Christ, being fully God and yet emptying himself and submitting to death, is the greatest example of humility the world has ever seen or will ever see. Christ becomes the pattern for his people and their motivation for humility. Implicitly the text promises, if you humble yourself like Christ, you will also be exalted like him.2024-02-1235 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:19-26 Christ-centered Living and Dying (January 21, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Philippians 1:19-26 Paul teaches us how we are to understand life and death by way of the example of his own life. Our life is meant to be used to glorify God. Our death is joy because it means fellowship with Christ.2024-01-2238 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastPhilippians 1:9-11 Cultivating Love in View of Christ's Return (January 7, 2024 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Philippians 1:9-11 Paul prays that the Philippians would grow in love, knowledge, and discernment in view of the return of Christ. Paul's prayer is a reminder that we must all live with the return of Christ in view.2024-01-0832 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastPsalm 89 Resting in the Hope of Christ’s Coming (December 24, 2023 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Psalm 89 the Psalmist rejoices in the glory of the Davidic Covenant, but also laments its apparent failure in exile. What are we to do when outwardly God's promises do not appear to be coming to fruition? We are to walk by faith, not by sight, believing that God will bring everything to pass that He has promised. We see that God was faithful even when His people were faithless in that the birth of Christ was the ultimate fulfillment of what was promised to David.2023-12-2442 minMid Cities OPCSanctification and Union with ChristOn Sunday, November 5, 2023, Rev. Robert Mossotti taught on Sanctification and Union with Christ in adult Sunday School.
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2023-11-1046 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 16:13-17 The Christ, the Son of the Living God (Oct 22, 2023 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 16:13-17 Peter makes the climactic confession of the first half of Matthew’s Gospel: You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God. As Christ, Jesus is the anointed Prophet, Priest, and King, the promised Savior spoken of by the Prophets. As the Son of God, He is the second person of the Trinity existing forever with the Father and of the same substance as Him. All those who make this confession are blessed.2023-10-2239 minMid Cities OPCThe Mind of Christ (Philippians 2:5-11)On Sunday, September 17, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Have This Mind Among Yourselves" from Philippias 2:5-11.
"Jesus Christ humbled himself to set you free from your enslavement to your selfish desires so that you can humbly serve others."
1. Humble Yourselves (v. 5)
5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus , , ,
2. Christ's Humiliation (vs. 6-8)
. . . 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a serva...2023-09-1732 minMid Cities OPCDeath and Glory in Christ (Colossians 3:3-4)On Sunday, August 20, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Death and Glory in Christ" from Colossians 3:3-4.
"Because we are united to Christ, in him we died to sin, were raised to life and will live forever in his glory."
1. The Hidden Life (v. 3)
"For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God."
2. The Glorious Appearance (v. 4)
"When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory."
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2023-08-2027 minMid Cities OPCRaised with Christ (Colossians 3:1-2)On Sunday, August 6, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Raised with Christ" from Colossians 3:1-2.
"Because you have been raised with Jesus Christ and ascended to heavenly places, you have resurrection power to obey God's commands.
1. Placement (v. 1a)
2. Perspective (v. 1b)
3. Practice (v. 2) 2023-08-061h 56Mid Cities OPCGrowth in Christ (Colossians 2:18-19)On Sunday, July 23, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Growth in Christ" from Colossians 2:18-19.
"If, by having faith in Jesus Christ, you are connected to him as your head, you will grow in full maturity in your faith."
1. Mystics, Ascetics, and Heretics (v. 18a)
18 Let no one disqualify you, insisting on asceticism and worship of angels, . . .
2. An Entrance to Entrancement (v. 18b)
. . . going on in detail about visions, puffed up without reason by his sensuous mind, . . .
3. Christ Is Formed in You...2023-07-231h 23
The Reformed DeaconA Chat with Chris Verdick, OPC Uganda Mission Clinic AdministratorWhat did you think? Text us by clicking here! We are unable to reply on this app, so include phone # or email address.In this episode, David Nakhla visits Chris Verdick, the administrator of the OPC Uganda Mission's Akisyon A Yesu Presbyterian Clinic in Karamoja, Uganda. Chris and his family have been serving in rural Uganda for over a decade. Listen as Chris describes how the mission serves this impoverished region by attending to their health needs while pursuing the ultimate goal of leading lost souls to Christ. The OPC Committee on Diaconal Ministries in conjunction with O...2023-05-2643 minMid Cities OPCConfessing Christ (Matthew 10:26-33)On Sunday, May 7, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached, "Confessing Christ" from Matthew 10:26-33.
"Have no fear when you confess your faith in Christ to others, because your Father who has power over life and death loves you."
1. Proclaim! (vs. 26-27)
26 “So have no fear of them, for nothing is covered that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. 27 What I tell you in the dark, say in the light, and what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops.
2. Proper Fear (vs. 28-31)
28...2023-05-1129 minMid Cities OPCChrist in You, the Hope of Glory (Colossians 1:24-29)On Sunday, April 30, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached, "Christ in You, the Hope of Glory" from Colossians 1:24-29.
24 Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church, 25 of which I became a minister according to the stewardship from God that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, 26 the mystery hidden for ages and generations but now revealed to his saints. 27 To them God chose to make know...2023-05-1022 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastActs 2:1-41 Christ as Prophet Raised from the Dead (April 9, 2023 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)As a prophet Christ reveals to us by his Word and Spirit the will of God for our salvation. This he does today, as the greatest of all prophets, by pouring out the Spirit upon his people and by calling men to preach the Word.2023-04-0938 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastRomans 3:21-26 Christ as Prophet on the Cross (April 9, 2023 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)How does Christ’s death relate to Christ’s work as a prophet? Christ’s death reveals who God is. In Romans 3:21-26 Paul speaks about the way in which Christ’s death shows God to be both just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Christ. Christ’s death shows forth the righteousness of God. The cross does not only reveal these things about God but is the perfect revelation of God. All of God’s attributes are revealed in the death of Christ.2023-04-0941 min
First OPC of South HollandConfessing Christ: Our Only Hope (Matthew 16:13-20) 2/12/23 AMConfessing Christ: Our Only Hope (Matthew 16:13-20) 2/12/23 AM by First OPC of South Holland2023-03-1431 minMid Cities OPCA Bold and Joyful Witness to Christ (Acts 6:8-7:60)On Sunday, December 11, 2022, Rev. Joe Keller preached "A Bold and Joyful Witness to Christ" from Acts 6:8-7:60.
1. The Witness of the Apostles (Acts 4-5)
2. The Witness of Stephen (Acts 6-7)
3. The Witness of the Disciples (Acts 8:1-4; 11:19-20; 1 Peter 3:13-16)
mcopc.org/podcast2022-12-1152 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 10:26-31 The Sin of Turning Away From Christ (September 25, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 10:26-31, the author, after encouraging the people to hold fast to their confession, offers a warning to all of those who turn away from Christ. Ultimately, the sin of apostasy is worse than any other. Not only that, but apostasy under the New Covenant is much worse than that under the Old. Here is the warning: do not turn away from Christ. It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.2022-09-2642 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 10:11-18 The Standing Priests and the Seated Christ (September 11, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 10:11-18 the author brings the longest theological section of the book to a close. Summing up his previous arguments he notes that the priests stand each day offering the same sacrifices that cannot take away sins, whereas Christ has once and for all been seated at the right hand of the Father, having definitively completed His work. All of this forms the basis for the exhortations to follow: Since we have a great high priest, let us hold fast our confession.2022-09-1237 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 10:1-10 The Shadow of the Law and the Incarnation of Christ (September 4, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 10:1-10 the author contrasts the efficacy of the blood of bulls and goats to that of Christ. The blood of bulls and goats could not take away sins, but Christ, as the Son of God who became man, is able to cleanse all those who come to Him from their sins. Pastor Grasso highlights in this way the significance of the incarnation for atonement.2022-09-0542 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 9:23-28 The Cleansing Power of Christ's Blood (August 28, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 9:23-28 the author explains the cleansing power of Christ’s blood. Pastor Grasso explains the distinction between propitiation and expiation to understand these two elements of the atonement. Propitiation is the satisfaction of God’s wrath. Expiation is cleansing from sin. Christ’s blood, however, has a cosmic element to its cleansing. As Adam’s fall resulted in the world being subject to corruption, so too, in Christ’s death, the world is cleansed so as to bring forth a new creation.2022-08-2840 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 8:1-13 Christ, the Priest of the New Covenant (July 10, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 8:1-13 the author speaks of the glory of Christ as our high priest. Having shown that he is the glorious priest after the order of Melchizedek, the author now moves to show how he serves as priest. Whereas the levitical priests served on earth, Christ, as the superior priest, serves in heaven, making a way for the true approach to God.2022-07-1141 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 12:46-50 The True Family of Christ (July 03, 2022 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 12:46-50 Christ’s family comes to see him, however, they come doubting. When told that his family wants to see him, Christ explains that his true family are those who do the will of his Father in heaven are his true family. This is the blessing of the gospel: that though there be many who turn away, those who come to Christ are adopted into the family of God with Christ himself as their elder brother who came to bring many sons to glory.2022-07-0339 minFirst OPC of South HollandChrist Will Be Honored (Mr. Christian Ryan, Philippians 1:18-21) 6/26/22 PMChrist Will Be Honored (Mr. Christian Ryan, Philippians 1:18-21) 6/26/22 PM by First OPC of South Holland2022-07-0136 min
New Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 7:11-19 Christ better than the Levites (June 26, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 7:11-19 the author shows how Christ is better than the Levites as the priest after the order of Melchizedek. The author shows that the promise of a new priest after the order of Melchizedek shows that the first priesthood had weaknesses. He then shows that Christ is the priest after the order of Melchizedek as the one who serves forever according to the power of indestructible life, thus able to save those enslaved to death.2022-06-2741 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 7:1-10 Christ, like Melchizedek, better than Levi (May 29, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 7:1-10 the author returns to the subject begun in 5:1-10 comparing Christ’s priesthood to that of the Levites. Here the author shows that Melchizedek himself was far greater than Levi, which means that the priest after the order of Melchizedek, of which Melchizedek was merely a type, must be far greater than any Levitical priest. This greater priest is Christ, a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek.2022-05-3042 minSimple Grace RadioGalatians 4:8-20 | Until Christ be Formed in YouHave you ever felt a deep anxiety and longing to see Christ formed in someone you love? Maybe one of your children, or a family member. This is how Paul felt writing to the church in Galatia. He expresses his deep concern for them. To help them grasp the astounding folly of their actions, Paul reminds them of their former life, and of their newfound life in Christ. 2022-05-2528 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 12:15-21 Christ, the Servant of the Lord (May 01, 2022 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 12:15-21 Matthew shows that Jesus healing many shows that he is the one who fulfills Isaiah 42:1-4, the first Servant Song speaking about the coming Messiah. Christ is the chosen one of God, loved by him, filled with the Spirit, who brings salvation to the Gentiles. He is the humble savior, mighty enough to defeat all enemies and gentle enough to care for those who are weak.2022-05-0137 min
Mid Cities OPCIf Christ Be Not Raised (1 Corinthians 15:1-20)On Sunday, April 17, 2022, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "If Christ Be Not Raised" from 1 Corinthians 15:1-20.
"Jesus Christ's resurrection from the dead is a fact of history, and it is essential to the Christian faith."
1. Of First Importance (vs. 1-11)
1 Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you—unless you believed in vain.
...2022-04-1741 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 4:9-10 Christ has Rested From His Works (March 20, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 4:9-10, the author speaks about a “sabbath rest” that remains for the people of God (v. 9). He then shoes how Christ has rested from his works as God did from his (v. 10), providing the basis for this rest. Pastor Grasso defends this reading of verse 10 and shows the ways in which Christ’s work of redemption is related to creation and, more particularly, the new creation. 2022-03-2129 minFirst OPC of South HollandThe Real Christ (Mr. Christian Ryan, Larger Catechism 109, Exodus 20:4-6) 3/13/22 PMThe Real Christ (Mr. Christian Ryan, Larger Catechism 109, Exodus 20:4-6) 3/13/22 PM by First OPC of South Holland2022-03-1528 minSimple Grace RadioGalatians 2:17-2:21 | Crucified with Christ The cross of Christ stands as the greatest display love in all the world in all the ages of time and eternity. “Greater love has no man than this, that he lays down his life for his friends.” Every person who trusts in Jesus can have these certain assurances. This is what Jesus has done for you. He gave himself for you. He gave himself to rescue you from the penalty of the law. He gave himself to purchase you for himself. He gave himself so that He could dwell within you. He gave himself so that you could etern...2022-03-1428 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 2:5-9 All Things in Subjugation to Christ (February 13, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 2:5-9 the author to the Hebrews shows that all things have been put in subjection to Christ, the Son of God, who became man for our salvation. This is true even if it looks like the world is far too strong for the church. Christ has become man for our sakes and, though he is made a little lower than the angels in his manhood, yet all things have been subjected to him by his death and resurrection.2022-02-1437 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 1:5-14 Christ Superior to the Angels (January 30, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 1:5-14 the author of Hebrews quotes from a number of Old Testament passages to show that Christ is superior to the angels in every way. He is superior because he is the Son of God. He is superior because he is God by nature, not a ministering spirit like the angels. He is superior because he is the king, not a servant. The Arians of the 4th century and the Jehovah’s Witnesses today claim that Jesus is merely the highest of all angels, but Hebrews 1 could not be clearer: Christ is superior to all angels.2022-01-3138 minFirst OPC of South HollandDr. Alan Strange -- The Heart of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Matthew 11:28-30) 1/16/22 PMDr. Alan Strange -- The Heart of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Matthew 11:28-30) 1/16/22 PM by First OPC of South Holland2022-01-1938 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 9:32-34 Christ's Authority to Give Speech to the Mute (January 09, 2022 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 9:32-34 Christ gives speech to a mute demoniac. This again shows Christ’s authority over all of creation as the eternal Son of God. Matthew here, however, begins to highlight a new theme that will be developed in the coming chapters: how people respond to Christ. That Christ has done something amazing and is doing amazing things today cannot be denied.2022-01-0935 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 9:27-31 Christ's Authority to Give Sight to the Blind (January 02, 2022, AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 9:27-31 Christ gives sight to two blind men. This healing is done in private for these two who believe in him. Christ's giving sight to the blind shows that he is God, who alone has such power, and that he is bringing in the last age. His ability to give sight to the blind shows that he is able to grant faith sovereignly to whomever he wills. The blind men can see with the eyes of faith, but the crowds are not given the privilege of knowing Christ, they are blind.2022-01-0234 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastLuke 2:1-7 The Birth of Christ (December 26, 2021 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Luke 2:1-7 Luke records the birth of Christ. Luke situates this birth in its historical context. It was in the days of Caesar Augustus during a census that was overseen by Quirinius, while Herod ruled over Judea. The Christian faith is not only about believing correct doctrines. It also demands faith in the historicity of the events that undergird those doctrines. Without Christ actually coming in the flesh, there could be no salvation.2021-12-2628 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 1:18-25 Christ Came to Save His People (December 24, 2021 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)Christ's two names in Matthew 1:18-25 tell us who he is and what he has come to do. As "Immanuel" he is God with us. As "Jesus" he comes to save his people from their sins. The only way to make sense of the incarnation is to seek to understand it in light of the mission of Christ. Anything less than the salvation of his people from sin makes the incarnation incomprehensible.2021-12-2426 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 9:9-13 Christ Came to Call Sinners (December 05, 2021 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 9:9-13 Christ calls Matthew who, seeing that his sins can be forgiven by following Christ, immediately leaves his life of tax collecting to follow Jesus. The Pharisees, believing themselves to be righteous, have not concept of the forgiveness of sins. Christ shows that he has come for people like Matthew, who recognize their sins, rather than for people like the Pharisees who believed themselves to be righteous.2021-12-0541 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:28-34 Christ's Authority over Demons (November 21, 2021 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 8:28-34 Christ shows his sovereign authority over demons. Though the two demon possessed men in the account terrified others, the demons controlling them are terrified of Jesus. After being sent out into pigs which run down a high and die, the townspeople are left with a choice: do they rejoice over those who were delivered from the power of demons and believe in Christ who has such power, or do they concern themselves more with the financial loss of pigs. The same question faces all today.2021-11-2137 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:23-27 Christ's Authority over the Wind and the Waves (November 14, 2021 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 8:23-27 Jesus calms the winds and waves showing that he is the sovereign Lord of the universe. If this is the case, then those who believe in him should not fear, for Christ has shown both that he is mighty and that he is for his people. This means that no matter what difficulty we face Christ will see us through until he returns and restores all things. Do not fear, rather believe.2021-11-1435 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:14-17 Christ's Authority over Disease (October 31, 2021 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 8:14-17 Matthew records the healing of Peter's mother-in-law and other healings. These healings show that Christ has absolute authority over demons and all kinds of diseases. Matthew emphasizes our need to respond to this authority by serving Christ and indicates that Jesus has come to defeat the devil and forgive sins.2021-10-3136 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:5-13 Christ's Authority to Heal with a Word (October 24, 2021 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 8:5-13, Matthew records Christ’s second miracle in chapters 8-9. Here Christ heals a Centurion’s servant. Amazingly, this Centurion, a Gentile, understands that Christ has sovereign authority even over diseases and disabilities. He believes that Christ is able to heal by simply speaking a word. Though he thought himself unworthy to have Christ in his home, Jesus assures him that he and those who have such faith will yet feast with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in heaven. His faith is a model for us. True faith recognizes Christ’s sovereign authority.2021-10-2440 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 8:1-4 Christ’s Authority to Cleanse (October 17, 2021 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 8:1-4, Matthew records the first of nine miracles in chapters 8 and 9 that emphasize the great power and authority of Christ. Here, a leper approaches Christ believing that Jesus is fully God and able to heal him. Christ does not not just heal the man, but even heals by touching him, showing that he cannot contract any uncleanness and is the one in whom all are cleansed.2021-10-1735 min
First OPC of South HollandChrist's Power and Presence on Sunday (Reverend Bruce Hollister, John 20:19-23) 8/29/21 AMChrist's Power and Presence on Sunday (Reverend Bruce Hollister, John 20:19-23) 8/29/21 AM by First OPC of South Holland2021-08-3139 minFirst OPC of South HollandThe Benefits of Knowing Christ on Earth (Shorter Catechism 36) 5/9/21 PMThe Benefits of Knowing Christ on Earth (Shorter Catechism 36) 5/9/21 PM by First OPC of South Holland2021-05-1431 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastEphesians 2:1-10, Made Alive with Christ (Rev. Michael Grasso)How is Christ’s resurrection related to your salvation?
In Ephesians 2:1-10 Paul explains that you are dead in your sins but God made you alive together with Christ. Salvation is resurrection and not just any resurrection but it is union with Christ such that His resurrection becomes yours. For the believer the spiritual life you have is the life of the resurrected life of Christ.
“He is not here, for he has risen, as he said.” - Matthew 28:62021-04-0537 minFirst OPC of South HollandAbiding in Christ by Faith (Shorter Catechism 29-30) 2/28/2021 PMAbiding in Christ by Faith (Shorter Catechism 29-30) 2/28/2021 PM by First OPC of South Holland2021-03-0534 min
First OPC of South HollandChrist the King (Shorter Catechism 26) 1/24/21 PMChrist the King (Shorter Catechism 26) 1/24/21 PM by First OPC of South Holland2021-01-2636 minFirst OPC of South HollandThe Reality of the Kingdom of Christ (Matthew 4:12-25) 1/24/21 AMThe Reality of the Kingdom of Christ (Matthew 4:12-25) 1/24/21 AM by First OPC of South Holland2021-01-2634 minFirst OPC of South HollandChrist Our Priest (Shorter Catechism 25) 1/17/21 PMChrist Our Priest (Shorter Catechism 25) 1/17/21 PM by First OPC of South Holland2021-01-2132 minFirst OPC of South HollandChrist Our Prophet (Shorter Catechism 23-24) 1/10/21 PMChrist Our Prophet (Shorter Catechism 23-24) 1/10/21 PM by First OPC of South Holland2021-01-1431 minMid Cities OPCRemember Jesus Christ (2 Timothy 2:8-13)On Sunday, October 18, 2020, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Remember Jesus Christ" from 2 Timothy 2:8-13.
"Jesus Christ is worthy of remembrance because he has been raised from death for the salvation of his people."
1. Remember Jesus Christ (vs. 8-10)
2. A Trustworthy Saying (vs. 11-13)
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2020-08-0939 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon Podcast1 Corinthians 15:1-22 Death in Adam, Life in Christ (April 12th, 2020 PM Service)If death is the penalty of sin, consider that life is the reward from obedience to Christ. 2020-04-1940 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastIsaiah 61:1-3: Christ, the Anointed Preacher (December 22, 2019 PM Service)Christ came as the anointed preacher of good news.2020-03-2335 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 4:1-11 (1): Christ's Victory in the Wilderness (October 6, 2019 AM Service)What did Christ's victory over Satan in the wilderness mean for your salvation? Without someone able to defeat Satan on our behalf we could not be saved.2020-03-2335 min
Mid Cities OPCOur Imperishable Inheritance in Christ (1 Peter 1:3-12)On Sunday, November 17, 2019, Rev. Robert Mossotti preached "Our Imperishable Inheritance in Christ" from 1 Peter 1:3-12.
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First OPC of South HollandThe Benefits of Christ's Ascension (Lord's Day 18) 11/3/19 PMThe Benefits of Christ's Ascension (Lord's Day 18) 11/3/19 PM by First OPC of South Holland2019-11-0533 min
Mid Cities OPCCommunion in Christ (1 Corinthians 10:16-17)On Sunday, November 3, 2019, Rev. Andrew Moody, Pastor of San Antonio Reformed Church, preached "Communion in Christ" from 1 Corinthians 10:16-17.
". . . we who are many are one body, for we all partake of the one bread" (1 Corinthians 10:17b).
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First OPC of South HollandChrist: The True Treasure (Philippians 3:7-11)9/29/19 AMChrist: The True Treasure (Philippians 3:7-11)9/29/19 AM by First OPC of South Holland2019-10-0131 minFirst OPC of South HollandChrist the Savior (Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 11) 8/25/19 PMChrist the Savior (Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 11) 8/25/19 PM by First OPC of South Holland2019-08-2732 min
First OPC of South HollandTo Live is Christ (Philippians 1:18-26) 7/21/19 AMTo Live is Christ (Philippians 1:18-26) 7/21/19 AM by First OPC of South Holland2019-08-0134 min
First OPC of South HollandImprisoned for Christ (Philippians 1:12-18a) 7/7/19amImprisoned for Christ (Philippians 1:12-18a) 7/7/19am by First OPC of South Holland2019-07-1333 min
First OPC of South HollandChrist in All Scripture for All People (Luke 24:36-53) 5/12/19 AMChrist in All Scripture for All People (Luke 24:36-53) 5/12/19 AM by First OPC of South Holland2019-05-1438 min
First OPC of South HollandChrist, Son of God, Son of Man (Luke 22:61-73) 2/24/19 AMChrist, Son of God, Son of Man (Luke 22:61-73) 2/24/19 AM by First OPC of South Holland2019-02-2634 min
First OPC of South HollandChrist the Greater David (Luke 20:41-21:4) 12/9/18 PMChrist the Greater David (Luke 20:41-21:4) 12/9/18 PM by First OPC of South Holland2018-12-1035 min
First OPC of South HollandDespair, Christ, Hope (Psalms 42 & 43)Despair, Christ, Hope (Psalms 42 & 43) by First OPC of South Holland2018-10-2226 min
First OPC of South HollandIdentity and Union with Christ (Galatians 2:20) 9/9/18 PMIdentity and Union with Christ (Galatians 2:20) 9/9/18 PM by First OPC of South Holland2018-09-1130 min
First OPC of South HollandThe Upward Call of God in Christ (Philippians 3:12-16) 4/8/18 AM Rev Ruben SernasThe Upward Call of God in Christ (Philippians 3:12-16) 4/8/18 AM Rev Ruben Sernas by First OPC of South Holland2018-04-1034 minMid Cities OPCChrist Will Not Break a Bruised Reed (Matthew 12:15-21)On Sunday, December 26, 2010, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Christ Will Not Break a Bruised Reed" from Matthew 12:15-21.
"Jesus Christ was broken and crushed so that bruised sinners like you and me who believe in Christ can be saved from our sins."
1. A Generous God
2. A Gentle Servant
3. The Gentiles' Hope
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