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OPC Ruling Elder PodcastAssurance of FaithRev. Andy Wilson and Rev. Russell Hamilton talk about Assurance and how The Marrow of Modern Divinity is helpful in untangling this perennial pastoral issue. They clarify of what, exactly, are we assured, what is the relationship between faith and assurance, and how are ruling elders to help people in the search for assurance?As Donald MacLeod says, "A believer can doubt his faith without doubting the Saviour.” (From the Marrow Men to the Moderates, Scottish Theology 1700-1800, p.99)For more on the Marrow of Modern Divinity listen to the earlier podcast, Christ Freely Offered, (Sea...2025-07-1536 min
Faith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 29, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-06-2934 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 22, 2025 pm - Brian GrootHebrews 11:23-29
The Life of Faith - Part 52025-06-2333 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 22, 2025 am George Kostas2025-06-2241 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 15, 2025 pm Dr. Rev. Ken Larter2025-06-1646 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 15, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-06-1529 minOPC Ruling Elder PodcastMental Health, Faith, and Caring Well (Part 2)In this episode the Rev. Adrian Crum speaks about mental health and faith with the Rev. John Fikkert, a mental health counselor and Director of the OPC Committee on Ministerial Care, and his wife, Dr. Lindsay Fikkert, a psychologist at Pella Counseling.This episode is the second part of a republication of the recent Reformed Deacon podcast, (with their kind permission). We have divided the original podcast into two parts. Mental health is a tender thing. An episode or a chronic mental health illness can be distressing for the person, their family, and congregations. ...2025-06-1544 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 8, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-06-0933 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 8, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-06-0836 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 1, 2025 pm Andrew Barshinger2025-06-0120 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJune 1, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-06-0135 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 25, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-05-2539 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 18, 2025 pm George Kostas2025-05-1938 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 18, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-05-1830 minOPC Ruling Elder PodcastMental Health, Faith, and Caring WellIn this episode the Rev. Adrian Crum speaks about mental health and faith with the Rev. John Fikkert, a mental health counselor and Director of the OPC Committee on Ministerial Care, and his wife, Dr. Lindsay Fikkert, a psychologist at Pella Counseling.This episode is a republication of the recent Reformed Deacon podcast, (with their kind permission). We have divided the original podcast into two parts. Part 2 will be published next month. (D.V.)Mental health is a tender thing. An episode or a chronic mental health illness can be distressing for the person, their...2025-05-1547 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 11, 2025 pm Rev. Dr. Ken Larter2025-05-1236 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 11, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-05-1139 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 4, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-05-0432 min
Mt. Rose OPCAbraham: The Life of FaithToday’s sermon was written by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones (1899-1981), a respected Welsh evangelical minister who preached at Westminster Chapel in London from 1939 to 1968. Known for his deep Bible teaching in the Reformed tradition, he delivered long series on books like Romans, Ephesians, and John. His sermons, available in audio and book form, continue to influence many evangelical leaders today. This message is read for us by Elder Joe Horvath, carrying on Dr. Lloyd-Jones’s commitment to biblical truth.
The post Abraham: The Life of Faith appeared first on Mt. Rose OPC.2025-05-0452 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 4, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-05-0432 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 27, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-04-2725 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 20, 2025 pm Rev Dr Ken Larter2025-04-2138 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 20, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-04-2038 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 13, 2025 pm Chris Byrd2025-04-1434 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 13, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-04-1332 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 6, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-04-0731 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchApril 6, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-04-0624 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 30, 2025 pm Aaron Gregas2025-03-3129 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 30, 2025 am Rev.. Dr. Ken Larter2025-03-3031 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 23, 2025 pm George Kostas2025-03-2330 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 23, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-03-2326 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 16, 2025 pm Alan Strange2025-03-1737 min
New Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastGenesis 22:1-19 The Binding of Isaac (Part 1): Abraham's Faith (March 16, 2025 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Genesis 22:1-19 we come to the great climax of the Abrahamic narrative. God tests Abraham by telling him to sacrifice the child of promise. How does Abraham respond? In faith. Abraham's faith entails obedience of the most difficult kind, but Abraham's faith also entails hope in the resurrection. This is because all the promises of God for Abraham are related to Isaac. Therefore, Isaac must die because he is required for sacrifice, but he must live because of the promises. How do these things go together? The resurrection from the dead.2025-03-1644 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 16, 2025 am Alan Strange2025-03-1634 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 9, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-03-0925 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 9, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-03-0937 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 2, 2025 pm Sam Alvira2025-03-0334 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMarch 2, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-03-0237 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 23, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-02-2433 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 23, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-02-2325 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 16, 2025 pm Daryl Updike2025-02-1735 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 16, 2025 am Andrew Barshinger2025-02-1638 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 9, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-02-1040 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 9, 2025 am Rev. Dr. Ken Larter2025-02-0933 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 2, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-02-0334 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchFebruary 02, 2025 am - Andrew Barshinger1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
An Unshakable Church2025-02-0238 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 26, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-01-2735 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 26, 2025 am George Kostas2025-01-2649 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 12, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-01-2035 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 19, 2025 am Brian Groot2025-01-1931 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 12, 2025 am Richard Ellis2025-01-1232 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 5, 2025 pm Brian Groot2025-01-0637 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchJanuary 5, 2025 am George Kostas2025-01-0527 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 29, 2024 pm - Dr. Ken LarterMatthew 2: 1-18 - Where is He?2024-12-3033 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 29, 2024 am Andrew Barshinger2024-12-2926 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 24, 2024 pm Brian Groot2024-12-2515 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 22, 2024 pm Will Bausch2024-12-2333 minMt. Rose OPCLuke 2:8-21 – “Mary’s Faith: Treasuring God’s Works of Salvation”The post Luke 2:8-21 – “Mary’s Faith: Treasuring God’s Works of Salvation” appeared first on Mt. Rose OPC.2024-12-2238 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 22, 2024 am Andrew Barshinger2024-12-2226 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 15, 2024 pm Brian Groot2024-12-1539 minMt. Rose OPCLuke 1:39-56 – “Mary’s Faith: Rejoicing in God’s Salvation”
The post Luke 1:39-56 – “Mary’s Faith: Rejoicing in God’s Salvation” appeared first on Mt. Rose OPC.2024-12-1542 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 15, 2024 am Andrew Barshiner2024-12-1532 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 8, 2024 pm Dick Ellis2024-12-0936 minMt. Rose OPCLuke 1:26-38 – “Mary’s Faith: Believing the Impossible”The post Luke 1:26-38 – “Mary’s Faith: Believing the Impossible” appeared first on Mt. Rose OPC.2024-12-0800 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 8, 2024 am Andrew Barshinger2024-12-0838 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 1, 2024 pm Fred Lo2024-12-0222 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchDecember 1, 2024 am Rev. Dr. Ken Larter2024-12-0130 minMt. Rose OPCRomans 14:1-12 – “The Strong and Weak in Faith”The post Romans 14:1-12 – “The Strong and Weak in Faith” appeared first on Mt. Rose OPC.2024-11-2439 min
Mid Cities OPCYour Most Holy Faith (Jude 20-23)On Sunday, September 29, 2024, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Your Most Holy Faith" from Jude 20-23.
"Your most holy faith is a faith in which God shows mercy to sinners who deserve his judgment."
1. Building, Praying, Waiting
2. Keep Yourselves
3. Mercy 2024-09-3041 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastGenesis 15:1-6 Faith in Things Unseen (September 15, 2024 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Genesis 15:1-6 God makes a promise to Abram that does not appear likely to be fulfilled. Abram, however, knowing in the omnipotent power of God, believes the promise. In response we are told that Abram's faith was counted to him as righteousness. Thus, the patriarch, whose life centers on the theme of faith, is justified by faith, not works.2024-09-1541 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastGenesis 13:1-18 By Faith, Not by Sight (August 25, 2024 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Genesis 13:1-18 conflict leads to the separation of Lot and Abram. Abram lets Lot choose what land he wants to use for his flock. The choice is between a land filled with the wicked that looks like the garden of Eden and a land with God's promised blessing that is less impressive. Lot chooses according to what his eyes see, not walking by faith, but by sight. We, however, like Abram ought to walk by faith, trusting that God's promises will always be fulfilled even if we cannot see it.2024-08-2539 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchMay 12, 2024 Sunday School Peter MoelkerWestminster Confession of Faith Chapter 52024-05-1250 minMid Cities OPCThe Testing of Your Faith (1 Peter 1:6-9)On Sunday, May 5, 2024, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "The Testing of Your Faith" from 1 Peter 1:6-9.
"You will face pain and suffering in this life, but you can rejoice in the midst of it because Jesus Christ suffered and died for you."
1. For a Little While (v. 6)
2. Genuine Faith is Tested Faith (v. 7)
3. By Faith, Not by Sight (vs. 8-9)
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Simple Grace RadioRomans 5:1-5 | The Fruit of Justification by FaithAs Paul points out in the text, God has invaded the horrid reality of this fallen work with the glorious reality of salvation by grace, through faith in Jesus Christ. And this gospel reality makes all the difference as we make our pilgrimage through this fallen world.2024-02-0528 minSimple Grace RadioRomans 4:9-12 | The Sufficiency of FaithThe doctrine of justification hasn’t ended the Devil’s war against the peace and freedom of the believer. The Devil can’t stop you from being justified – but he can work mightily to keep you from enjoying it! He will strive to get you to believe that faith in Christ is not sufficient for your justification – you need to perform. 2024-01-2228 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon Podcast1st Samuel 17:1-58 David and Goliath (Part 1): Courageous Faith (Oct 22, 2023 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)1 Samuel 17:1-58 tells the well-known story of David and Goliath. David's courageous faith is an example to us in today's world. In the face of great opposition, David trusts in God and enters the battle with Goliath with the confidence that God is with him. Today, as the church is opposed more and more, there is a great need for such courageous faith.2023-10-2339 minFaith Orthodox Presbyterian ChurchOctober 8, 2023 am Peter MoelkerMark 5:21-34 - The Touch of Faith2023-10-0838 minSimple Grace RadioRomans 1:16-17 | Righteous by FaithPaul delights not only in that fact that God saves sinners through the gospel – but in HOW God saves through the gospel. The gospel is specifically the proclamation of God saving lost sinners by not by their works, not by asking them to do their best, but by granting to sinners the gift of righteousness freely received by faith2023-09-1128 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastMatthew 15:21-28 Humble Faith (September 3, 2023 AM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Matthew 15:21-28 Christ heals a Canaanite woman’s daughter. Before the healing happens Christ implicitly calls her a dog, since she is a Canaanite. Rather than taking offense, she continues to plead with Christ for healing. Her humble faith amazes Christ and is a model for us today.2023-09-0341 min
First OPC of South HollandFaith in the Bread of Life (Matthew 16:1-13) 2/5/23 AMFaith in the Bread of Life (Matthew 16:1-13) 2/5/23 AM by First OPC of South Holland2023-03-1430 minMid Cities OPCFaith, Hope and Love (Colossians 1:3-5a)On Sunday, March 5, 2023, Pastor Joe Troutman preached, "Faith, Hope and Love" from Colossians 1:3-5a.
"Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ gives us the sure hope of everlasting life which causes us to love all saints."
1. Always Thankful (v. 3)
2. Reports of Faith (v. 4)
3. An Imperishable H ope (v. 5a)
4. The Fruit of Love
3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and...2023-03-0635 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 12:1-3 Look to Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of Faith (December 4, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)How can you run the race of faith well? The author to the Hebrews says Look to Jesus. The doctrine of Christ is the centerpiece of the letter to the Hebrews and the implications for life are clear: those who know Christ endure. He is the author and perfecter of faith, the one who died, and yet was raised from the dead and seated at the right hand of God.2022-12-0542 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 11:23-31 Faith in the Days of Moses: The Exodus (November 13, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)In Hebrews 11:23-31 the author explains the faith of Moses and others at the time of the exodus. During this time the people of God were greatly persecuted and yet Moses was willing to suffer with them though he grew up as Egyptian royalty. He did not fear Pharaoh and was willing to suffer with the people of God because he understood the hope of the gospel. By faith he conquered all opposition. By faith God’s people always conquer. Such is the weapon wielded by the people of God. It is mighty because God is mighty.2022-11-1340 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 11:17-22 The Faith of the Patriarchs Part 2: The Resurrection (November 6, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)Abraham was asked to do the unthinkable: sacrifice his own son for God. How was he able to be in a place where he was willing to do it? The author gives the answer: he believed God was able to raise the dead. Faith looks to the hope of the coming resurrection.2022-11-0640 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 11:4-7 Faith in Primeval History: Life in the midst of Death (October 16, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)Abel was killed by Cain. Enoch was taken so as not to see death. Noah was delivered from death by building the ark. What do they have in common? The author shows in Hebrews 11:4-7 that faith delivers from death and triumphs over it. Abel’s blood still speaks. Enoch never saw death. Noah was delivered from the flood. As they triumphed through faith so will you.2022-10-1643 minSimple Grace RadioJob 23:1-17 | A Growing FaithAs we have been studying the book of Job, we have been watching the miracle of agrowing faith. Job’s trials have not destroyed his faith in God. The vast majority of his speeches are addressed to God. He hasn’t lost his faith – his faith is the foundation for his laments. 2022-10-1028 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastHebrews 11:1-3 Faith: A Conviction of Things Unseen (October 9, 2022 PM, Rev. Michael Grasso)What is faith? In Hebrews 11:1-3 the author shows that faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things unseen. This is what is needed to persevere in the face of great opposition in this world. Such is the way God’s people have always persevered and such is the way you must persevere today.2022-10-1040 minFirst OPC of South HollandThe Heart of Our Faith and the Only Response (Matthew 9:9-13, Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 2) 2/13/22 PMThe Heart of Our Faith and the Only Response (Matthew 9:9-13, Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 2) 2/13/22 PM by First OPC of South Holland2022-02-1932 min
Mid Cities OPCBy Grace Through Faith (Galatians 2:15-16)On Sunday, October 31, 2021, Pastor Joe Troutman preached, "By Grace Through Faith" from Galatians 2:15-16.
"You're justified in God's sight, not because of what you have done, but only because of what Christ has done on your behalf."
15 We ourselves are Jews by birth and not Gentile sinners; 16 yet we know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ, so we also have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of th...2021-10-3138 minFirst OPC of South HollandTwo Kinds of Faith (James 2:14-17) 9/5/12 AMTwo Kinds of Faith (James 2:14-17) 9/5/12 AM by First OPC of South Holland2021-09-0833 minMid Cities OPCYour Most Holy Faith (Jude 20-23)On Sunday, Aprill 11, 2021, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "Your Most Holy Faith" from Jude 20-23.
"Your most holy faith is a faith in which god shows mercy to sinners who deserve judgment."
1. Building, Praying, Waiting (vs. 20-21)
But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life.
2. Keep Yourselves (v. 21)
. . . keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of ou...2021-04-3045 min
Mid Cities OPCWestminster Confession of Faith, Chapter 1: Of the Holy ScriptureOn Sunday, March 28, 2021, Rev. Robert Mossotti introduced a new Sunday School series teaching through the Westminster Confession of Faith. After a brief introduction discussing why Presbyterians hold to a confession of faith, and the benefits derived from doing so, he instructed us on the first eight paragraphs of the first chapter of the confession, entitled, "Of the Holy Scripture."
1. God's revelation of himself and his will in the Holy Scriptures
2. The canon of inspired books comprising the Old and New Testaments
3. Denial of the Apocryphal books
4. The authority of Holy Scripture2021-04-0551 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 minNew Covenant OPC Sermon PodcastColossians 1:1-8: Thanks be to God for Faith, Hope, and Love (January 5, 2020 PM Service)Paul gives thanks to God for the Colossians' faith, hope, and love, which is a summary of Christian piety.2020-03-2344 min
First OPC of South HollandTo Nourish and Strengthen Our Faith (Lord's Day 25) 1/5/20 PMTo Nourish and Strengthen Our Faith (Lord's Day 25) 1/5/20 PM by First OPC of South Holland2020-01-0833 min
First OPC of South HollandTo Nourish and Sustain Our Faith (1 Corinthians 9:23-10:17) 4/7/19 PMTo Nourish and Sustain Our Faith (1 Corinthians 9:23-10:17) 4/7/19 PM by First OPC of South Holland2019-04-0840 min
First OPC of South HollandYour Faith has Saved You (Luke 17:11-19) 7/29/18 AMYour Faith has Saved You (Luke 17:11-19) 7/29/18 AM by First OPC of South Holland2018-07-3134 min
First OPC of South HollandThe Faith to Forgive (Luke 17:1-10) 7/22/18 AMThe Faith to Forgive (Luke 17:1-10) 7/22/18 AM by First OPC of South Holland2018-07-2336 min
First OPC of South HollandHoly Scripture is the Rule of Faith (Hebrews 4:12, Article 7 Belgic Confession) 2/4/18 PMHoly Scripture is the Rule of Faith (Hebrews 4:12, Article 7 Belgic Confession) 2/4/18 PM by First OPC of South Holland2018-02-0534 minMid Cities OPCThe Fruit of Faith (Matthew 21:17-22)On Sunday, October 23, 2011, Pastor Joe Troutman preached "The Fruit of Faith" from Matthew 21:17-22.
"Those who don't bear fruit, like the fig tree, will be cursed. But those who believe in Jesus Christ will bear fruit, especially the fruit of worship."
1. In Search of Fruit (vs. 17-19)
2. Faith Yields Fruit (vs. 20-22)
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