Sermons https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com no false en-us ℗ & © 2026 Hope Reformed Baptist Church: New Lenox, IL Sermons from Hope Reformed Baptist Church: New Lenox, IL Hope Reformed Baptist Church: New Lenox, IL Sermons Sermons Rodney Nightingale Preacherman5000@yahoo.com Matthew 7:28-29 Who Is This? Matthew 7:28-29 Who Is This? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-08-09/matthew-728-29-who-is-this Matthew 7:28-29 Who is This? The crowds were astonished by the teachings of Jesus? Why? Join us this week and see why the Sermon on the Mount was like no other sermon ever preached. Matthew 7:28-29 Who is This? The crowds were astonished by the teachings of Jesus? Why? Join us this week and see why the Sermon on the Mount was like no other sermon ever preached. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-08-09/242/matthew-728-29-who-is-this Sun, 9 Aug 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:24-27 The House on The Rock Matthew 7:24-27 The House on The Rock https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-08-02/matthew-724-27-the-house-on-the-rock The House on the Rock What does it mean to build a house on the rock or on the sand? What must we do to be sure of our work? Join us as we study Jesus’ words of instruction. The House on the Rock What does it mean to build a house on the rock or on the sand? What must we do to be sure of our work? Join us as we study Jesus’ words of instruction. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-08-02/241/matthew-724-27-the-house-on-the-rock Sun, 2 Aug 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:21-23 Does He Know You? Matthew 7:21-23 Does He Know You? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-26/matthew-721-23-does-he-know-you How can we know that we are saved? There is a way that we can be assured of our salvation. Please enjoy this message as we examine the most important question that we can ask. How can we know that we are saved? There is a way that we can be assured of our salvation. Please enjoy this message as we examine the most important question that we can ask. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-26/240/matthew-721-23-does-he-know-you Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:15-20 Wolves in Sheep's Clothing Matthew 7:15-20 Wolves in Sheep's Clothing https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-19/matthew-715-20-wolves-in-sheeps-clothing Matthew 7:15-20 Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing What is a false teacher and what is his purpose? Are they a serious problem to the Church? Join us as we study Jesus’ words this week. Matthew 7:15-20 Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing What is a false teacher and what is his purpose? Are they a serious problem to the Church? Join us as we study Jesus’ words this week. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-19/239/matthew-715-20-wolves-in-sheeps-clothing Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:13-14 It's Time To Choose Matthew 7:13-14 It's Time To Choose https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-12/matthew-713-14-its-time-to-choose Jesus concludes His sermon with a serious statement. Repentance is not a suggestion but a command from God Himself. Join us to hear more of this sobering teaching from Jesus. Jesus concludes His sermon with a serious statement. Repentance is not a suggestion but a command from God Himself. Join us to hear more of this sobering teaching from Jesus. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-12/238/matthew-713-14-its-time-to-choose Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:12 Something Never Said Before Matthew 7:12 Something Never Said Before https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-05/matthew-712-something-never-said-before The golden rule is a standard for almost every society. How did Jesus say it is to be applied in the lives of His followers? Join us in our study this week. The golden rule is a standard for almost every society. How did Jesus say it is to be applied in the lives of His followers? Join us in our study this week. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-07-05/237/matthew-712-something-never-said-before Sun, 5 Jul 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:7-11 Asking and Giving Matthew 7:7-11 Asking and Giving https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-28/matthew-77-11-asking-and-giving Matthew 7:7-11 Asking and Giving How should we pray? How do we know if our prayers are being heard? Join us as we hear from Jesus on how to have an effective prayer life. Matthew 7:7-11 Asking and Giving How should we pray? How do we know if our prayers are being heard? Join us as we hear from Jesus on how to have an effective prayer life. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-28/236/matthew-77-11-asking-and-giving Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:6 Spiritual Discernment Matthew 7:6 Spiritual Discernment https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-21/matthew-76-spiritual-discernment Do not give to the dogs what is holy. What exactly is Jesus telling us? Join us this week as we look at what spiritual discernment is and is not. Do not give to the dogs what is holy. What exactly is Jesus telling us? Join us this week as we look at what spiritual discernment is and is not. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-21/235/matthew-76-spiritual-discernment Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 7:1-5 Judge Not? Matthew 7:1-5 Judge Not? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-14/matthew-71-5-judge-not Matthew 7:1-5 Judge Not? Many have condensed everything Jesus said to these two words-Judge Not. Did Jesus actually forbid judgment in the life of a Christian? Join us as we look at this controversial topic. Matthew 7:1-5 Judge Not? Many have condensed everything Jesus said to these two words-Judge Not. Did Jesus actually forbid judgment in the life of a Christian? Join us as we look at this controversial topic. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-14/234/matthew-71-5-judge-not Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:25-34 Don't Worry Be Happy Matthew 6:25-34 Don't Worry Be Happy https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-07/matthew-625-34-dont-worry-be-happy Matthew 6:25-34 Don’t Worry, Be Happy The word of God tells us not to worry yet few of us hear and obey. Join us as we hear from Jesus how to live a worry free life. Matthew 6:25-34 Don’t Worry, Be Happy The word of God tells us not to worry yet few of us hear and obey. Join us as we hear from Jesus how to live a worry free life. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-06-07/233/matthew-625-34-dont-worry-be-happy Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:19-24 Where is Your Treasure? Matthew 6:19-24 Where is Your Treasure? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-31/matthew-619-24-where-is-your-treasure In the modern church, much is being said about finances. But what did Jesus say about wealth? Join us as we explore His words on this controversial subject. In the modern church, much is being said about finances. But what did Jesus say about wealth? Join us as we explore His words on this controversial subject. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-31/232/matthew-619-24-where-is-your-treasure Sun, 31 May 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Awake Not Woke Ephesians 5:1-14 Awake Not Woke Ephesians 5:1-14 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-24/awake-not-woke-ephesians-51-14 This message is an encouragement to believers to remember that at one point we too, were darkness, we, too, were dead in our sins trespasses so remember who we once were, and use that for compassion and patience, as we prepare to share the gospel with those who are still in that lost estate. This message is an encouragement to believers to remember that at one point we too, were darkness, we, too, were dead in our sins trespasses so remember who we once were, and use that for compassion and patience, as we prepare to share the gospel with those who are still in that lost estate. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-24/231/awake-not-woke-ephesians-51-14 Sun, 24 May 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:16-18 Food,Fasts and Feasts Matthew 6:16-18 Food,Fasts and Feasts https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-17/matthew-616-18-food-fasts-and-feasts Matthew 6:16-18 Food, Fasts and Feasts What is biblical fasting? Should we do it? Why should we do it? Join us as we study Jesus’ words about a very misunderstood subject. Matthew 6:16-18 Food, Fasts and Feasts What is biblical fasting? Should we do it? Why should we do it? Join us as we study Jesus’ words about a very misunderstood subject. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-17/230/matthew-616-18-food-fasts-and-feasts Sun, 17 May 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:12-15 Guarantees and Assurances Matthew 6:12-15 Guarantees and Assurances https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-10/matthew-612-15-guarantees-and-assurances Matthew 6:12-15 Guarantees and Assurances What is the basic nature of prayer? We are commanded by God to pray, but for what purpose? Please join us as we study Jesus’words Matthew 6:12-15 Guarantees and Assurances What is the basic nature of prayer? We are commanded by God to pray, but for what purpose? Please join us as we study Jesus’words https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-10/229/matthew-612-15-guarantees-and-assurances Sun, 10 May 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:11 What to Pray for Matthew 6:11 What to Pray for https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-03/matthew-611-what-to-pray-for Matthew 6:11 What to Pray For How do we know what we can ask God to provide in prayer? What should we be praying for? Join us as we study the words of Jesus on prayer. Matthew 6:11 What to Pray For How do we know what we can ask God to provide in prayer? What should we be praying for? Join us as we study the words of Jesus on prayer. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-05-03/228/matthew-611-what-to-pray-for Sun, 3 May 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:10 Your Will or God's Will Matthew 6:10 Your Will or God's Will https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-26/matthew-610-your-will-or-gods-will Matthew 6:10 Your Will or God’s Will? Can we pray for anything? How are believers to express themselves to God? Join as as we study Jesus’ instruction on this very misunderstood issue. Matthew 6:10 Your Will or God’s Will? Can we pray for anything? How are believers to express themselves to God? Join as as we study Jesus’ instruction on this very misunderstood issue. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-26/227/matthew-610-your-will-or-gods-will Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:10 Your Kingdom Come Matthew 6:10 Your Kingdom Come https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-19/matthew-610-your-kingdom-come Matthew 6:10 Your Kingdom Come What exactly is the Kingdom of God and why are we to pray for its coming? Join us as we examine carefully Jesus’ words on developing an effective prayer life. Matthew 6:10 Your Kingdom Come What exactly is the Kingdom of God and why are we to pray for its coming? Join us as we examine carefully Jesus’ words on developing an effective prayer life. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-19/226/matthew-610-your-kingdom-come Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:9 The Names of God Matthew 6:9 The Names of God https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-12/matthew-69-the-names-of-god Matthew 6:9 The Names of God God has many names in the Scriptures. Why is it important that when we pray, we honor the name of God? Join as we study Jesus’ words on honoring God properly in our prayers. Matthew 6:9 The Names of God God has many names in the Scriptures. Why is it important that when we pray, we honor the name of God? Join as we study Jesus’ words on honoring God properly in our prayers. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-12/225/matthew-69-the-names-of-god Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:9 The Pattern of Prayer Matthew 6:9 The Pattern of Prayer https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-05/matthew-69-the-pattern-of-prayer Matthew 6:9 The Pattern of Prayer Prayer is something that confuses believers. How should we pray? What do we pray for? Join us as we begin an in-depth look at the Lord’s Prayer. Matthew 6:9 The Pattern of Prayer Prayer is something that confuses believers. How should we pray? What do we pray for? Join us as we begin an in-depth look at the Lord’s Prayer. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-05/224/matthew-69-the-pattern-of-prayer Sun, 5 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:5-8 The Prayer of a Disciple Matthew 6:5-8 The Prayer of a Disciple https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-29/matthew-65-8-the-prayer-of-a-disciple Matthew 6:5-8 The Prayer of a Disciple How should we pray? Why do we pray? Jesus answers these questions for us in His Sermon on the Mount. Join us as we study His words. Matthew 6:5-8 The Prayer of a Disciple How should we pray? Why do we pray? Jesus answers these questions for us in His Sermon on the Mount. Join us as we study His words. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-29/223/matthew-65-8-the-prayer-of-a-disciple Sun, 29 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 6:1-4 Holy or Hypocrite? Matthew 6:1-4 Holy or Hypocrite? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-22/matthew-61-4-holy-or-hypocrite Matthew 6:1-4 Holy or Hypocrite? What is biblical holiness? How do we know if we’re doing what God requires? Join us and see what Jesus taught about what God requires. Matthew 6:1-4 Holy or Hypocrite? What is biblical holiness? How do we know if we’re doing what God requires? Join us and see what Jesus taught about what God requires. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-22/222/matthew-61-4-holy-or-hypocrite Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 5:43-48 But What About my Enemies? Matthew 5:43-48 But What About my Enemies? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-15/matthew-543-48-but-what-about-my-enemies Matthew 5:43-48 But What About My Enemies? What exactly is Christian love? How do we deal with conflict in our lives and in the church? Join us this week as the Lord instructs us. Matthew 5:43-48 But What About My Enemies? What exactly is Christian love? How do we deal with conflict in our lives and in the church? Join us this week as the Lord instructs us. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-15/220/matthew-543-48-but-what-about-my-enemies Sun, 15 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0500 Matthew 5:38-42 What About my Rights? Matthew 5:38-42 What About my Rights? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-08/matthew-538-42-what-about-my-rights Is God’s Kingdom a democracy? Do we still have “inalienable rights?” How are we to respond when we are persecuted? Join as we explore the wisdom of Jesus in these matters. Is God’s Kingdom a democracy? Do we still have “inalienable rights?” How are we to respond when we are persecuted? Join as we explore the wisdom of Jesus in these matters. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-08/221/matthew-538-42-what-about-my-rights Sun, 8 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:33-37 To Tell the Truth Matthew 5:33-37 To Tell the Truth https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-01/matthew-533-37-to-tell-the-truth Despite our best efforts, we are not always truthful. Why is that? Is it important? Join us this week as we explore Jesus’ thoughts on the matter. Despite our best efforts, we are not always truthful. Why is that? Is it important? Join us this week as we explore Jesus’ thoughts on the matter. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-01/218/matthew-533-37-to-tell-the-truth Sun, 1 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:31-32 The Marriage Bond Matthew 5:31-32 The Marriage Bond https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-22/matthew-531-32-the-marriage-bond Matthew 5:31-32 The Marriage Bond Matthew 5:31-32 The Marriage Bond https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-22/217/matthew-531-32-the-marriage-bond Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:27-30 The Intentions of the Heart Matthew 5:27-30 The Intentions of the Heart https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-15/matthew-527-30-the-intentions-of-the-heart Matthew 5:27-30 The Intentions of the Heart Matthew 5:27-30 The Intentions of the Heart https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-15/216/matthew-527-30-the-intentions-of-the-heart Sun, 15 Feb 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:21-26 Be Still my Angry Heart Matthew 5:21-26 Be Still my Angry Heart https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-08/matthew-521-26-be-still-my-angry-heart Matthew 5:21-26 Be Still my Angry Heart Matthew 5:21-26 Be Still my Angry Heart https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-08/215/matthew-521-26-be-still-my-angry-heart Sun, 8 Feb 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel Part 3 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel Part 3 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-01/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-3 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel Part 3 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel Part 3 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-02-01/214/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-3 Sun, 1 Feb 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel Part 2 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel Part 2 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-25/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-2 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel part 2 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel part 2 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-25/213/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-2 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel (Part 1) Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel (Part 1) https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-24/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-1 There is a controversy in the church today, concerning whether a Christian is bound to obedience. Join us as we explore Jesus's words concerning law and grace. There is a controversy in the church today, concerning whether a Christian is bound to obedience. Join us as we explore Jesus's words concerning law and grace. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-24/211/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-1 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:14-16 Lights in the World Matthew 5:14-16 Lights in the World https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-11/matthew-514-16-lights-in-the-world "let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father in heaven." Matthew 5:16 NKJV "let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father in heaven." Matthew 5:16 NKJV https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-11/210/matthew-514-16-lights-in-the-world Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:13 Salt of The Earth Matthew 5:13 Salt of The Earth https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-04/matthew-513-salt-of-the-earth It's a privileged to draw other people into God's kingdom, we must be as salt and make others thirst for the word of God. It's a privileged to draw other people into God's kingdom, we must be as salt and make others thirst for the word of God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2026-01-04/209/matthew-513-salt-of-the-earth Sun, 4 Jan 2026 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:10-12 Persecuted For Christ Matthew 5:10-12 Persecuted For Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-28/matthew-510-12-persecuted-for-christ Persecution is not random—it is for righteousness’ sake. This is crucial. Not suffering for foolishness, arrogance, or political entanglements, but for obedience to Christ. Persecution is not random—it is for righteousness’ sake. This is crucial. Not suffering for foolishness, arrogance, or political entanglements, but for obedience to Christ. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-28/208/matthew-510-12-persecuted-for-christ Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:9 The Third of Three Virtues Matthew 5:9 The Third of Three Virtues https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-21/matthew-59-the-third-of-three-virtues Matthew 5:9 Jesus preaching from what we know of as the "sermon on the mount" is saying here in the text, according to the gospel of Matthew, that those whom God has reconciled to himself, chosen, through Christ reflect God's character by pursuing peace. Grounded in the Gospel. Matthew 5:9 Jesus preaching from what we know of as the "sermon on the mount" is saying here in the text, according to the gospel of Matthew, that those whom God has reconciled to himself, chosen, through Christ reflect God's character by pursuing peace. Grounded in the Gospel. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-21/207/matthew-59-the-third-of-three-virtues Sun, 21 Dec 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:8 The Second of Three Virtues Matthew 5:8 The Second of Three Virtues https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-14/matthew-58-the-second-of-three-virtues Only the pure in heart shall see God. How can sinful man be made pure? Only the pure in heart shall see God. How can sinful man be made pure? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-14/206/matthew-58-the-second-of-three-virtues Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:7 The First of Three Virtues Matthew 5:7 The First of Three Virtues https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-07/matthew-57-the-first-of-three-virtues Matthew 5:7 teaches that those who have received God’s mercy will themselves become merciful, and Christ promises that such Spirit-shaped compassion will be met with mercy from God. Matthew 5:7 teaches that those who have received God’s mercy will themselves become merciful, and Christ promises that such Spirit-shaped compassion will be met with mercy from God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-12-07/205/matthew-57-the-first-of-three-virtues Sun, 7 Dec 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:6 Guaranteed Satisfaction Matthew 5:6 Guaranteed Satisfaction https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-30/matthew-56-guaranteed-satisfaction “No man is properly prepared to receive the grace of Christ until he is wearied with the burden of his own sin and longs for the righteousness of God.” (Calvin, Commentary on Matthew) “No man is properly prepared to receive the grace of Christ until he is wearied with the burden of his own sin and longs for the righteousness of God.” (Calvin, Commentary on Matthew) https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-30/204/matthew-56-guaranteed-satisfaction Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:5 Inheriting the Earth Matthew 5:5 Inheriting the Earth https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-23/matthew-55-inheriting-the-earth Matthew 5:5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Meekness is not weakness—it is strength under the control of God. The meek trust God’s sovereignty more than their own impulses, respond gently rather than retaliate, and submit joyfully to God’s Word. Matthew 5:5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Meekness is not weakness—it is strength under the control of God. The meek trust God’s sovereignty more than their own impulses, respond gently rather than retaliate, and submit joyfully to God’s Word. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-23/203/matthew-55-inheriting-the-earth Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:4 For Those That Mourn Matthew 5:4 For Those That Mourn https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-16/matthew-54-for-those-that-mourn Matthew 5:4 teaches that God blesses those who mourn—not simply over sorrow in life, but especially over sin, brokenness, and the reality of a fallen world. Christ promises that those who grieve in this humble, God-ward way will receive true comfort from Him alone. Matthew 5:4 teaches that God blesses those who mourn—not simply over sorrow in life, but especially over sin, brokenness, and the reality of a fallen world. Christ promises that those who grieve in this humble, God-ward way will receive true comfort from Him alone. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-16/202/matthew-54-for-those-that-mourn Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:3 Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:3 Poor in Spirit https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-09/matthew-53-poor-in-spirit Matthew 5:3 teaches that true blessedness begins with recognizing our spiritual poverty—acknowledging that we have nothing to offer God but our need. Those who humbly depend on His mercy, rather than their own righteousness, are the ones who receive the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 teaches that true blessedness begins with recognizing our spiritual poverty—acknowledging that we have nothing to offer God but our need. Those who humbly depend on His mercy, rather than their own righteousness, are the ones who receive the kingdom of heaven. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-09/201/matthew-53-poor-in-spirit Sun, 9 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:1-2 The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached Matthew 5:1-2 The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-02/matthew-51-2-the-greatest-sermon-ever-preached Today's sermon begins our series on "the sermon on the mount" many have called it the greatest sermon ever, but what makes it great? It is because in it, Jesus reveals to us the very heart of God. Today's sermon begins our series on "the sermon on the mount" many have called it the greatest sermon ever, but what makes it great? It is because in it, Jesus reveals to us the very heart of God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-11-02/200/matthew-51-2-the-greatest-sermon-ever-preached Sun, 2 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 4:7-18 The Graces of God Colossians 4:7-18 The Graces of God https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-26/colossians-47-18-the-graces-of-god In the closing words of Colossians, Paul gives us real examples of the grace of God in the lives of his companions. In the closing words of Colossians, Paul gives us real examples of the grace of God in the lives of his companions. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-26/199/colossians-47-18-the-graces-of-god Sun, 26 Oct 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 4:5-6 Seasoned with Salt Colossians 4:5-6 Seasoned with Salt https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-19/colossians-45-6-seasoned-with-salt If you want to see the grace of God at work in your life, be more like Christ. Be a good witness of Christ, teach not of coercion, but out of being faithful to God, lovingly sharing the truth in love. If you want to see the grace of God at work in your life, be more like Christ. Be a good witness of Christ, teach not of coercion, but out of being faithful to God, lovingly sharing the truth in love. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-19/198/colossians-45-6-seasoned-with-salt Sun, 19 Oct 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 4:2-4 Watch and Pray Colossians 4:2-4 Watch and Pray https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-12/colossians-42-4-watch-and-pray What is the outward responsibility of the believer? Is salvation just a personal benefit or does it have obligations? What is the outward responsibility of the believer? Is salvation just a personal benefit or does it have obligations? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-12/197/colossians-42-4-watch-and-pray Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:22-4:1 Work for the Lord Colossians 3:22-4:1 Work for the Lord https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-05/colossians-322-41-work-for-the-lord What does the Bible really say about slavery? How is true Justice put into place? How should Christians respond in the face of injustice? We invite you to listen to this message as we answer these questions and explore these issues. What does the Bible really say about slavery? How is true Justice put into place? How should Christians respond in the face of injustice? We invite you to listen to this message as we answer these questions and explore these issues. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-10-05/196/colossians-322-41-work-for-the-lord Sun, 5 Oct 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:18-21 Grace in the Home Colossians 3:18-21 Grace in the Home https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-28/colossians-318-21-grace-in-the-home A genuine faith will impact all aspects of our lives. Do we act differently on Sunday then we do the other days of the week? This week, The apostle Paul instructs us to the one true purpose every believer has before God. A genuine faith will impact all aspects of our lives. Do we act differently on Sunday then we do the other days of the week? This week, The apostle Paul instructs us to the one true purpose every believer has before God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-28/195/colossians-318-21-grace-in-the-home Sun, 28 Sep 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:15-17 The Peace of Christ Colossians 3:15-17 The Peace of Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-21/colossians-315-17-the-peace-of-christ How do we experience God's promised peace to his own when we live in times of turmoil? Considering recent events or difficult times in our own lives, is it possible to have peace in our lives? What must we do to enjoy God's peace? How do we experience God's promised peace to his own when we live in times of turmoil? Considering recent events or difficult times in our own lives, is it possible to have peace in our lives? What must we do to enjoy God's peace? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-21/194/colossians-315-17-the-peace-of-christ Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:12-14 The Garments of Grace Colossians 3:12-14 The Garments of Grace https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-14/colossians-312-14-the-garments-of-grace Are there expectations for a believer? What does it mean when the Bible says we are clothed in the righteousness of Christ? Are there expectations for a believer? What does it mean when the Bible says we are clothed in the righteousness of Christ? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-14/193/colossians-312-14-the-garments-of-grace Sun, 14 Sep 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:9-11 The New Self Colossians 3:9-11 The New Self https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-07/colossians-39-11-the-new-self What is the old self and the new self? How do we know we have been found in Christ? What are the marks of a true Christian? In this passage, the apostle Paul reveals the practical effects of our transformation in Christ – showing us what it truly means to put off the old and put on the new. What is the old self and the new self? How do we know we have been found in Christ? What are the marks of a true Christian? In this passage, the apostle Paul reveals the practical effects of our transformation in Christ – showing us what it truly means to put off the old and put on the new. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-09-07/192/colossians-39-11-the-new-self Sun, 7 Sep 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:5-8 The Mortification of Sin Colossians 3:5-8 The Mortification of Sin https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-31/colossians-35-8-the-mortification-of-sin Does sin matter in the life of the believer? Does God call us to more than just repentance? Here Paul teaches that because of our union with Christ, a believer is no longer a servant to sin, but because of his newfound identity in Christ has power over sin. Paul gives us practical advice on how to live the real victorious Christian life. Does sin matter in the life of the believer? Does God call us to more than just repentance? Here Paul teaches that because of our union with Christ, a believer is no longer a servant to sin, but because of his newfound identity in Christ has power over sin. Paul gives us practical advice on how to live the real victorious Christian life. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-31/191/colossians-35-8-the-mortification-of-sin Sun, 31 Aug 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 3:1-4 Hidden with Christ Colossians 3:1-4 Hidden with Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-24/colossians-31-4-hidden-with-christ We have been made free to not sin, God has given us a new heart with new desires, he has put his spirit within us. Focus on the saving work of Christ, we are raised to a new life, the new nature from God will be successful, it is controlled and ordered by God. We have been made free to not sin, God has given us a new heart with new desires, he has put his spirit within us. Focus on the saving work of Christ, we are raised to a new life, the new nature from God will be successful, it is controlled and ordered by God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-24/190/colossians-31-4-hidden-with-christ Sun, 24 Aug 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:18-23 Self-Made Religion Colossians 2:18-23 Self-Made Religion https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-17/colossians-218-23-self-made-religion Self-made individual religion, not having an understanding from God, men worship; angels, rules and regulations created by men. Self-made individual religion, not having an understanding from God, men worship; angels, rules and regulations created by men. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-17/189/colossians-218-23-self-made-religion Sun, 17 Aug 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:16-17 A Shadow of Things to Come Colossians 2:16-17 A Shadow of Things to Come https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-10/colossians-216-17-a-shadow-of-things-to-come A shadow of things to come – the feasts and the festivals celebrated in the old testament, were pointing ahead to something greater, they were a shadow of the good thing that did come. – Jesus Christ is the one who fulfilled all that these were pointing to. A shadow of things to come – the feasts and the festivals celebrated in the old testament, were pointing ahead to something greater, they were a shadow of the good thing that did come. – Jesus Christ is the one who fulfilled all that these were pointing to. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-10/188/colossians-216-17-a-shadow-of-things-to-come Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:14-15 The Triumph of Christ Colossians 2:14-15 The Triumph of Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-03/colossians-214-15-the-triumph-of-christ Our primary and only concern should be forgiveness, salvation is of the Lord. Our primary and only concern should be forgiveness, salvation is of the Lord. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-08-03/187/colossians-214-15-the-triumph-of-christ Sun, 3 Aug 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:13 Alive with Christ Colossians 2:13 Alive with Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-27/colossians-213-alive-with-christ Colossians 2:13 teaches that though we were once spiritually dead in our sins and uncircumcised hearts, God made us alive together with Christ by graciously forgiving all our trespasses. Colossians 2:13 teaches that though we were once spiritually dead in our sins and uncircumcised hearts, God made us alive together with Christ by graciously forgiving all our trespasses. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-27/186/colossians-213-alive-with-christ Sun, 27 Jul 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:11-12 The Circumcision of Christ Colossians 2:11-12 The Circumcision of Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-20/colossians-211-12-the-circumcision-of-christ In Christ, believers have undergone a spiritual circumcision, putting off the sinful nature – not by human hands, but through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The symbolic act of baptism signifies our uniting to Christ through His death, burial, and resurrection-we were raised and united with Him by faith. In Christ, believers have undergone a spiritual circumcision, putting off the sinful nature – not by human hands, but through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The symbolic act of baptism signifies our uniting to Christ through His death, burial, and resurrection-we were raised and united with Him by faith. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-20/185/colossians-211-12-the-circumcision-of-christ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:8-10 Tradition vs Christ Colossians 2:8-10 Tradition vs Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-13/colossians-28-10-tradition-vs-christ In Colossians 2:8-10, Paul warns believers not to be taken captive by human philosophy and empty deceit, but to remain grounded in Christ, in whom the fullness of deity dwells and who is the head over all rule and authority. In Colossians 2:8-10, Paul warns believers not to be taken captive by human philosophy and empty deceit, but to remain grounded in Christ, in whom the fullness of deity dwells and who is the head over all rule and authority. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-13/184/colossians-28-10-tradition-vs-christ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:6-7 What is a Christian Colossians 2:6-7 What is a Christian https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-06/colossians-26-7-what-is-a-christian In Colossians 2:6-7, Paul urges believers to continue living in Christ as they received Him- rooted, built up, and established in the faith-abounding in thanksgiving. In Colossians 2:6-7, Paul urges believers to continue living in Christ as they received Him- rooted, built up, and established in the faith-abounding in thanksgiving. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-07-06/183/colossians-26-7-what-is-a-christian Sun, 6 Jul 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 2:1-5 With You in Spirit Colossians 2:1-5 With You in Spirit https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-29/colossians-21-5-with-you-in-spirit In Colossians 2:1–5, Paul expresses his deep concern and prayerful struggle for believers to be encouraged, united in love, and firmly rooted in the full assurance and understanding of Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, so they may not be deceived by persuasive arguments. In Colossians 2:1–5, Paul expresses his deep concern and prayerful struggle for believers to be encouraged, united in love, and firmly rooted in the full assurance and understanding of Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, so they may not be deceived by persuasive arguments. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-29/182/colossians-21-5-with-you-in-spirit Sun, 29 Jun 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:28-29 Him We Proclaim Colossians 1:28-29 Him We Proclaim https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-22/colossians-128-29-him-we-proclaim Theology and practice defines the Christian Theology and practice defines the Christian https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-22/181/colossians-128-29-him-we-proclaim Sun, 22 Jun 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:26-27 Christ in You Colossians 1:26-27 Christ in You https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-15/colossians-126-27-christ-in-you The apostle PaulThe apostle Paul has made two back-to-back claims from the letter to the Galatians church and now to the Colossians, the gospel which Paul proclaims was given to him by God and this is the only Gospel by which you can't be saved, and if you respond positively because of the calling of God through the gospel, Christ is in you. The apostle PaulThe apostle Paul has made two back-to-back claims from the letter to the Galatians church and now to the Colossians, the gospel which Paul proclaims was given to him by God and this is the only Gospel by which you can't be saved, and if you respond positively because of the calling of God through the gospel, Christ is in you. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-15/180/colossians-126-27-christ-in-you Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:24-25 The Word of God Made Known Colossians 1:24-25 The Word of God Made Known https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-08/colossians-124-25-the-word-of-god-made-known The word of God is not a thing, the word of God is not a book, the word of God is a person- The person of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The word of God is not a thing, the word of God is not a book, the word of God is a person- The person of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-08/179/colossians-124-25-the-word-of-god-made-known Sun, 8 Jun 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:21-23 What We Were, What We Are Colossians 1:21-23 What We Were, What We Are https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-01/colossians-121-23-what-we-were-what-we-are The supremacy of Christ, and how that applies to us. The supremacy of Christ, and how that applies to us. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-06-01/178/colossians-121-23-what-we-were-what-we-are Sun, 1 Jun 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:19-20 The Fullness of God Colossians 1:19-20 The Fullness of God https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-25/colossians-119-20-the-fullness-of-god Paul's whole intent of writing to the Colossian church was to be sure they understood that Christ must be preeminent. Paul's whole intent of writing to the Colossian church was to be sure they understood that Christ must be preeminent. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-25/177/colossians-119-20-the-fullness-of-god Sun, 25 May 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:18 The Only Head of the Church Colossians 1:18 The Only Head of the Church https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-18/colossians-118-the-only-head-of-the-church The new creation is the church. Christ is the head of all things, He is the only head of the church. The new creation is the church. Christ is the head of all things, He is the only head of the church. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-18/176/colossians-118-the-only-head-of-the-church Sun, 18 May 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:16-17 The Eternal Christ Colossians 1:16-17 The Eternal Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-11/colossians-116-17-the-eternal-christ He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. 16 For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. 16 For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-11/175/colossians-116-17-the-eternal-christ Sun, 11 May 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:15 The Image of the Invisible Colossians 1:15 The Image of the Invisible https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-04/colossians-115-the-image-of-the-invisible Here we are entering into a passage of scripture that goes into the person and character of Jesus Christ. It defines exactly who and what He is and even more importantly who and what He is not. Here we are entering into a passage of scripture that goes into the person and character of Jesus Christ. It defines exactly who and what He is and even more importantly who and what He is not. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-05-04/174/colossians-115-the-image-of-the-invisible Sun, 4 May 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:13-14 From One Kingdom to Another Colossians 1:13-14 From One Kingdom to Another https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-27/colossians-113-14-from-one-kingdom-to-another Salvation is God's sovereign plan, not human achievement. Salvation is God's sovereign plan, not human achievement. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-27/173/colossians-113-14-from-one-kingdom-to-another Sun, 27 Apr 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:12 Qualified to Be an Heir Colossians 1:12 Qualified to Be an Heir https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-20/colossians-112-qualified-to-be-an-heir "if we make God our obsession, then we get to verse 12 of chapter 1- God qualifies us to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints." "if we make God our obsession, then we get to verse 12 of chapter 1- God qualifies us to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints." https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-20/172/colossians-112-qualified-to-be-an-heir Sun, 20 Apr 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:9-11 A Prayer of Strength Colossians 1:9-11 A Prayer of Strength https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-13/colossians-19-11-a-prayer-of-strength Pray for your church, pray that we be filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding – this was the prayer of the apostle Paul for the church, we should make it our own as well. Pray for your church, pray that we be filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding – this was the prayer of the apostle Paul for the church, we should make it our own as well. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-13/171/colossians-19-11-a-prayer-of-strength Sun, 13 Apr 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:5b-8 True Christians and The True Gospel Colossians 1:5b-8 True Christians and The True Gospel https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-06/colossians-15b-8-true-christians-and-the-true-gospel A false Gospel keeps and promotes bondage to the Law, The True Gospel is freedom. "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." A false Gospel keeps and promotes bondage to the Law, The True Gospel is freedom. "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-04-06/170/colossians-15b-8-true-christians-and-the-true-gospel Sun, 6 Apr 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:3-5a True Christians (Faith, Hope and Love) Colossians 1:3-5a True Christians (Faith, Hope and Love) https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-30/colossians-13-5a-true-christians-faith-hope-and-love Sermon number to an hour series through the book of Colossians please enjoy and share with friends and family as we study together Sermon number to an hour series through the book of Colossians please enjoy and share with friends and family as we study together https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-30/169/colossians-13-5a-true-christians-faith-hope-and-love Sun, 30 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Colossians 1:1-2 In Colossae, In Christ Colossians 1:1-2 In Colossae, In Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-23/colossians-11-2-in-colossae-in-christ "The book of Colossians" a sermon series by Pastor Greg Lee- Hope reformed Baptist church please join us as we go through this series. "The book of Colossians" a sermon series by Pastor Greg Lee- Hope reformed Baptist church please join us as we go through this series. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-23/168/colossians-11-2-in-colossae-in-christ Sun, 23 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 6:11-18 The Essence of Christianity Galatians 6:11-18 The Essence of Christianity https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-16/galatians-611-18-the-essence-of-christianity Galatians is the book that defines our faith, therefore the book of Galatians is the essence of Christianity Galatians is the book that defines our faith, therefore the book of Galatians is the essence of Christianity https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-16/167/galatians-611-18-the-essence-of-christianity Sun, 16 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 6:6-10 Sowing and Reaping Galatians 6:6-10 Sowing and Reaping https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-09/galatians-66-10-sowing-and-reaping Salvation is found only in the one gospel that the apostle Paul preaches. Salvation is found only in the one gospel that the apostle Paul preaches. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-09/166/galatians-66-10-sowing-and-reaping Sun, 9 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 5:26-6:5 Christian Relationships Galatians 5:26-6:5 Christian Relationships https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-02/galatians-526-65-christian-relationships Scripture calls us to be sure we are genuine in what we profess and believe. If our profession of faith is genuine, if we have genuine saving faith, then how we treat one another should be reflective of that. "if we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the spirit." Scripture calls us to be sure we are genuine in what we profess and believe. If our profession of faith is genuine, if we have genuine saving faith, then how we treat one another should be reflective of that. "if we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the spirit." https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-02/165/galatians-526-65-christian-relationships Sun, 2 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 5:22-25 The Works of The Flesh and The Spirit (pt.2) Galatians 5:22-25 The Works of The Flesh and The Spirit (pt.2) https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-23/galatians-522-25-the-works-of-the-flesh-and-the-spirit-pt-2  "Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.  Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. (2016). (Eph 5:15–17).  "Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.  Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. (2016). (Eph 5:15–17). https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-23/164/galatians-522-25-the-works-of-the-flesh-and-the-spirit-pt-2 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 5:16-21 The Works of the Flesh and the Spirit (pt. 1) Galatians 5:16-21 The Works of the Flesh and the Spirit (pt. 1) https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-16/galatians-516-21-the-works-of-the-flesh-and-the-spirit-pt-1 Remaining sin may be overwhelming, however we are called to be in obedience to the word – only by the power of the Holy Spirit is this obtainable. Remaining sin may be overwhelming, however we are called to be in obedience to the word – only by the power of the Holy Spirit is this obtainable. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-16/163/galatians-516-21-the-works-of-the-flesh-and-the-spirit-pt-1 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 5:13-15 Christian Freedom Galatians 5:13-15 Christian Freedom https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-09/galatians-513-15-christian-freedom The freedom that man offers you, never lives up to its promises. Everything you need to know about freedom, can be found here, (Galatians5:13-15), this is something God has called us to. The freedom that man offers you, never lives up to its promises. Everything you need to know about freedom, can be found here, (Galatians5:13-15), this is something God has called us to. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-09/162/galatians-513-15-christian-freedom Sun, 9 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 5:7-12 True and False Teachers Galatians 5:7-12 True and False Teachers https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-02/galatians-57-12-true-and-false-teachers Nothing can be replace, nothing can be added to or taken away from Christ. It is Christ and Christ Alone, through Faith-That can save you Nothing can be replace, nothing can be added to or taken away from Christ. It is Christ and Christ Alone, through Faith-That can save you https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-02/161/galatians-57-12-true-and-false-teachers Sun, 2 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 5:1-6 The Only Thing That Matters Galatians 5:1-6 The Only Thing That Matters https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-26/galatians-51-6-the-only-thing-that-matters To insist on works in your salvation, is to remain in slavery. To insist on works in your salvation, is to remain in slavery. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-26/160/galatians-51-6-the-only-thing-that-matters Sun, 26 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 4:21-31 Two Covenants Galatians 4:21-31 Two Covenants https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-19/galatians-421-31-two-covenants Hagar and Sarah were not just two women, but they represented to covenants – Hagar and Sarah were not just two women, but they represented to covenants – https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-19/159/galatians-421-31-two-covenants Sun, 19 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 4:12-20 Knowing God's Grace Galatians 4:12-20 Knowing God's Grace https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-12/galatians-412-20-knowing-gods-grace know grace, Know God. Sin will still be ever present, the sin nature will continue to work and war against you. We must strive to reject the world, the flesh, and the devil. Make God preeminent in your life. know grace, Know God. Sin will still be ever present, the sin nature will continue to work and war against you. We must strive to reject the world, the flesh, and the devil. Make God preeminent in your life. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-12/158/galatians-412-20-knowing-gods-grace Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 4:8-11 From Slavery to Sonship Galatians 4:8-11 From Slavery to Sonship https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-05/galatians-48-11-from-slavery-to-sonship Christ died because you cannot obey – salvation is a work of God- it is Christ who has set you free from the law of sin and death. Christ died because you cannot obey – salvation is a work of God- it is Christ who has set you free from the law of sin and death. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-05/157/galatians-48-11-from-slavery-to-sonship Sun, 5 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0600 1John 3:11-18 This Is the Message 1John 3:11-18 This Is the Message https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-29/1john-311-18-this-is-the-message We who are called by Christ, and are professing believers must support one another and do the work of evangelism. We who are called by Christ, and are professing believers must support one another and do the work of evangelism. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-29/156/1john-311-18-this-is-the-message Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 4:1-7 Once Slaves Now Free Galatians 4:1-7 Once Slaves Now Free https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-22/galatians-41-7-once-slaves-now-free All men are in the situation of either being slaves to sin, or redeemed and slaves to righteousness. All men are in the situation of either being slaves to sin, or redeemed and slaves to righteousness. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-22/155/galatians-41-7-once-slaves-now-free Sun, 22 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:25-29 In Christ Galatians 3:25-29 In Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-15/galatians-325-29-in-christ "put on Christ" when you are in Christ, God sees Christ when He sees His elect, chosen in Him "put on Christ" when you are in Christ, God sees Christ when He sees His elect, chosen in Him https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-15/154/galatians-325-29-in-christ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:23-24 Under The Law and In Christ Galatians 3:23-24 Under The Law and In Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-08/galatians-323-24-under-the-law-and-in-christ Before Faith came, we were kept under guard by the law Before Faith came, we were kept under guard by the law https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-08/153/galatians-323-24-under-the-law-and-in-christ Sun, 8 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:19-22 The Law that Leads to Christ Galatians 3:19-22 The Law that Leads to Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-01/galatians-319-22-the-law-that-leads-to-christ We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, the law was given because of transgression, Christ our mediator has freed us from the law. We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, the law was given because of transgression, Christ our mediator has freed us from the law. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-01/152/galatians-319-22-the-law-that-leads-to-christ Sun, 1 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:15-18 Abraham, Moses and Christ Galatians 3:15-18 Abraham, Moses and Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-24/galatians-315-18-abraham-moses-and-christ There is only oneThere is only one gospel that saves, the Gospel of God. This is the one saving gospel. There is only oneThere is only one gospel that saves, the Gospel of God. This is the one saving gospel. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-24/151/galatians-315-18-abraham-moses-and-christ Sun, 24 Nov 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:10-14 "Faith and Works" Galatians 3:10-14 "Faith and Works" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-17/galatians-310-14-faith-and-works The apostle Paul here begins to clarify "faith and works" The apostle Paul here begins to clarify "faith and works" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-17/150/galatians-310-14-faith-and-works Sun, 17 Nov 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:6-9 Sons of Abraham Galatians 3:6-9 Sons of Abraham https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-10/galatians-36-9-sons-of-abraham "It is those of faith who are sons of Abraham" Galatians 3:7 "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8 "It is those of faith who are sons of Abraham" Galatians 3:7 "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-10/149/galatians-36-9-sons-of-abraham Sun, 10 Nov 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Galatians 3:1-5 "Faith or Foolishness" Galatians 3:1-5 "Faith or Foolishness" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-03/galatians-31-5-faith-or-foolishness Salvation is what Christ accomplished, it is what he had done for us. Our response to the gospel and our actions to support a positive response shows the work of God on our hearts. But it is not by our works that we are justified. Salvation is what Christ accomplished, it is what he had done for us. Our response to the gospel and our actions to support a positive response shows the work of God on our hearts. But it is not by our works that we are justified. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-03/148/galatians-31-5-faith-or-foolishness Sun, 3 Nov 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 2:17-21 Crucified With Christ Galatians 2:17-21 Crucified With Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-27/galatians-217-21-crucified-with-christ Justification is salvation. Justification is through faith in Christ alone. "we know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ." Justification is salvation. Justification is through faith in Christ alone. "we know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ." https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-27/147/galatians-217-21-crucified-with-christ Sun, 27 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 2:11-16 The Battle for the Gospel Galatians 2:11-16 The Battle for the Gospel https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-20/galatians-211-16-the-battle-for-the-gospel "The church today is more fractured than at any point in history, the integrity of the gospel must be upheld as most important." Pastor Greg Lee "The church today is more fractured than at any point in history, the integrity of the gospel must be upheld as most important." Pastor Greg Lee https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-20/146/galatians-211-16-the-battle-for-the-gospel Sun, 20 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 2:1-10 Preserving the Gospel Truth Galatians 2:1-10 Preserving the Gospel Truth https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-13/galatians-21-10-preserving-the-gospel-truth A false Gospel keeps and promotes bondage to the Law, The True Gospel is freedom. A false Gospel keeps and promotes bondage to the Law, The True Gospel is freedom. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-13/145/galatians-21-10-preserving-the-gospel-truth Sun, 13 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 1:18-24 God is Glorified Galatians 1:18-24 God is Glorified https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-06/galatians-118-24-god-is-glorified You cannot sit back and not share the Gospel, It is not optional. You cannot sit back and not share the Gospel, It is not optional. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-06/144/galatians-118-24-god-is-glorified Sun, 6 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 1:11-17 Where the Gospel Comes From Galatians 1:11-17 Where the Gospel Comes From https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-29/galatians-111-17-where-the-gospel-comes-from The gospel of Jesus Christ is not from man, it is from God. Salvation is a gift from God, by his grace he chooses to save his elect. Salvation is only through Jesus Christ. The gospel of Jesus Christ is not from man, it is from God. Salvation is a gift from God, by his grace he chooses to save his elect. Salvation is only through Jesus Christ. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-29/143/galatians-111-17-where-the-gospel-comes-from Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 1:6-10 No Other Gospel Galatians 1:6-10 No Other Gospel https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-22/galatians-16-10-no-other-gospel There is only one true gospel, the gospel of Jesus Christ – who died in our place, taking upon himself the punishment that sinful man deserves, Paying the penalty for Gods elect. There is only one true gospel, the gospel of Jesus Christ – who died in our place, taking upon himself the punishment that sinful man deserves, Paying the penalty for Gods elect. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-22/142/galatians-16-10-no-other-gospel Sun, 22 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Galatians 1:1-5 Why Are We Christians? Galatians 1:1-5 Why Are We Christians? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-15/galatians-11-5-why-are-we-christians ONLY By Gods Grace are we Saved. ONLY By Gods Grace are we Saved. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-15/141/galatians-11-5-why-are-we-christians Sun, 15 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 3:11-18 Living For The Future 2 Peter 3:11-18 Living For The Future https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-08/2-peter-311-18-living-for-the-future "What sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God." "What sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God." https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-08/140/2-peter-311-18-living-for-the-future Sun, 8 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 3:5-10 Our Long-suffering God 2 Peter 3:5-10 Our Long-suffering God https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-01/2-peter-35-10-our-long-suffering-god  "The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us."  "The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us." https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-01/139/2-peter-35-10-our-long-suffering-god Sun, 1 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 3:1-4 The Promise of His Coming 2 Peter 3:1-4 The Promise of His Coming https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-25/2-peter-31-4-the-promise-of-his-coming Here in chapter 3 after receiving the information from chapters one and two what are we to do with that? We can rest assured knowing that the day of the Lord will come. Here in chapter 3 after receiving the information from chapters one and two what are we to do with that? We can rest assured knowing that the day of the Lord will come. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-25/138/2-peter-31-4-the-promise-of-his-coming Sun, 25 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 2:18-22 Entangled and Overcome 2 Peter 2:18-22 Entangled and Overcome https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-18/2-peter-218-22-entangled-and-overcome For if, after they have escaped the defilements of the world through the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, they are again entangled in them and overcome, the last state has become worse for them than the first. For if, after they have escaped the defilements of the world through the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, they are again entangled in them and overcome, the last state has become worse for them than the first. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-18/137/2-peter-218-22-entangled-and-overcome Sun, 18 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 2:12-17 "Following the Way of Balaam" 2 Peter 2:12-17 "Following the Way of Balaam" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-11/2-peter-212-17-following-the-way-of-balaam Real Christian teachers – will point you to Christ. False teachers always point to things that are earthly, self gratifying and lustful. Real Christian teachers – will point you to Christ. False teachers always point to things that are earthly, self gratifying and lustful. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-11/136/2-peter-212-17-following-the-way-of-balaam Sun, 11 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 2:7-11 "Judgement" 2 Peter 2:7-11 "Judgement" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-04/2-peter-27-11-judgement These are some of the darker portions of scripture, and for very good reason, Peter is warning the church and reminding them – God hates sin. These are some of the darker portions of scripture, and for very good reason, Peter is warning the church and reminding them – God hates sin. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-04/135/2-peter-27-11-judgement Sun, 4 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 2:2-6 The Dangers of False Teachers part 2 2 Peter 2:2-6 The Dangers of False Teachers part 2 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-28/2-peter-22-6-the-dangers-of-false-teachers-part-2 Part 2 - The Dangers of False Teachers Part 2 - The Dangers of False Teachers https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-28/134/2-peter-22-6-the-dangers-of-false-teachers-part-2 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 2:1 "The Dangers of False Teachers" 2 Peter 2:1 "The Dangers of False Teachers" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-21/2-peter-21-the-dangers-of-false-teachers a Waring to the church of the deception of false teachers a Waring to the church of the deception of false teachers https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-21/133/2-peter-21-the-dangers-of-false-teachers Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 1:19-21 "Shining Lamps" 2 Peter 1:19-21 "Shining Lamps" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-14/2-peter-119-21-shining-lamps Peter sees Christ as Isaiah had seen "the Lord" in the Throne room. Peter being witness to the audible voice from heaven declaring that Jesus is the Son of God, instructs us to trust the Scriptures as the prophetic word of God given by the Holy Spirit. Trust in the LORD who Has Revealed Himself to us for the Sake of His Son. Peter sees Christ as Isaiah had seen "the Lord" in the Throne room. Peter being witness to the audible voice from heaven declaring that Jesus is the Son of God, instructs us to trust the Scriptures as the prophetic word of God given by the Holy Spirit. Trust in the LORD who Has Revealed Himself to us for the Sake of His Son. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-14/132/2-peter-119-21-shining-lamps Sun, 14 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0500 "Traditions And Truth" 2 Timothy 3:10-17 "Traditions And Truth" 2 Timothy 3:10-17 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-07/-traditions-and-truth-2-timothy-310-17 As there are a myriad of theological opinions, we must seek for the source of the truth claims we profess. When it comes to biblical matters the truth that we seek must have its foundation in the Scriptures. As we examine what "tradition" the apostle Paul told Timothy to hold on to, let us consider what specifically Paul was speaking of. As there are a myriad of theological opinions, we must seek for the source of the truth claims we profess. When it comes to biblical matters the truth that we seek must have its foundation in the Scriptures. As we examine what "tradition" the apostle Paul told Timothy to hold on to, let us consider what specifically Paul was speaking of. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-07/131/-traditions-and-truth-2-timothy-310-17 Sun, 7 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 1:12-18 "Eyewitnesses to His Majesty" 2 Peter 1:12-18 "Eyewitnesses to His Majesty" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-30/2-peter-112-18-eyewitnesses-to-his-majesty Peter was among the Eyewitnesses to Christ, to His ministry and teachings, to the audible voice from God proclaiming Jesus as the Son. Here Peter is calling the Church to remember the truths that have been taught to them concerning Christ. Peter was among the Eyewitnesses to Christ, to His ministry and teachings, to the audible voice from God proclaiming Jesus as the Son. Here Peter is calling the Church to remember the truths that have been taught to them concerning Christ. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-30/130/2-peter-112-18-eyewitnesses-to-his-majesty Sun, 30 Jun 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 1:8-11 "Virtues Necessary For Heaven" 2 Peter 1:8-11 "Virtues Necessary For Heaven" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-23/2-peter-18-11-virtues-necessary-for-heaven "Make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue" in applying ourselves to the understanding of 2 Peter 1:3-11, we see that if we supplement our faith and hold these values as listed, we will be effective and fruitful in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ "Make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue" in applying ourselves to the understanding of 2 Peter 1:3-11, we see that if we supplement our faith and hold these values as listed, we will be effective and fruitful in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-23/129/2-peter-18-11-virtues-necessary-for-heaven Sun, 23 Jun 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 1:5-7 "Pursuing a Godly Life" 2 Peter 1:5-7 "Pursuing a Godly Life" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-16/2-peter-15-7-pursuing-a-godly-life Peter is coming to a conclusion here, that the Christian life is rooted and dependent on the grace of God. Peter is coming to a conclusion here, that the Christian life is rooted and dependent on the grace of God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-16/128/2-peter-15-7-pursuing-a-godly-life Sun, 16 Jun 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 1:2-4 "Make your Calling Sure" 2 Peter 1:2-4 "Make your Calling Sure" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-09/2-peter-12-4-make-your-calling-sure May grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord May grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-09/127/2-peter-12-4-make-your-calling-sure Sun, 9 Jun 2024 11:30:00 -0500 2 Peter 1:1-2 "The Key to Knowing God" 2 Peter 1:1-2 "The Key to Knowing God" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-02/2-peter-11-2-the-key-to-knowing-god 2 Peter was written for those who seek relationship over doctrine, personal experience over the written truth of the Scriptures. Doctrine is important, as we begin this series in second Peter, the truths of what is shared is evident of that. 2 Peter was written for those who seek relationship over doctrine, personal experience over the written truth of the Scriptures. Doctrine is important, as we begin this series in second Peter, the truths of what is shared is evident of that. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-06-02/126/2-peter-11-2-the-key-to-knowing-god Sun, 2 Jun 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 5:7-14 "Steadfast and vigilant" 1 Peter 5:7-14 "Steadfast and vigilant" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-26/1-peter-57-14-steadfast-and-vigilant Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour,  Resist him! Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour,  Resist him! https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-26/125/1-peter-57-14-steadfast-and-vigilant Sun, 26 May 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 5:5-6 "Dressing for the Occasion" 1 Peter 5:5-6 "Dressing for the Occasion" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-19/1-peter-55-6-dressing-for-the-occasion Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-19/124/1-peter-55-6-dressing-for-the-occasion Sun, 19 May 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 5:1-4 "Faithful Shepherds" 1 Peter 5:1-4 "Faithful Shepherds" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-12/1-peter-51-4-faithful-shepherds The church must be diligent when appointing overseers. The word must be taught properly, one must be true to the Scriptures. A good Shepherd is one who lovingly leads the flock and teaches the scriptures, doing both faithfully for the LORD. The church must be diligent when appointing overseers. The word must be taught properly, one must be true to the Scriptures. A good Shepherd is one who lovingly leads the flock and teaches the scriptures, doing both faithfully for the LORD. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-12/123/1-peter-51-4-faithful-shepherds Sun, 12 May 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 4:12-19 "The Normal Christian Life" 1 Peter 4:12-19 "The Normal Christian Life" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-05/1-peter-412-19-the-normal-christian-life When we suffer from fiery trials, when the trials come upon us it is to be expected. God will use these situations to draw us closer to him. The Lord will supply what we need, in our time of need. When we suffer from fiery trials, when the trials come upon us it is to be expected. God will use these situations to draw us closer to him. The Lord will supply what we need, in our time of need. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-05/122/1-peter-412-19-the-normal-christian-life Sun, 5 May 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 4:8-11 "Gifts from God" 1 Peter 4:8-11 "Gifts from God" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-28/1-peter-48-11-gifts-from-god God expects perfection and in and out of ourselves, we cannot produce perfection. We must rely on God to do the work in us, this is a gift from God. God expects perfection and in and out of ourselves, we cannot produce perfection. We must rely on God to do the work in us, this is a gift from God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-28/121/1-peter-48-11-gifts-from-god Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 4:7 "Because The End is Near" 1 Peter 4:7 "Because The End is Near" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-21/1-peter-47-because-the-end-is-near Do not take scripture out of context. Versus taken out of context, can lead to all kinds of disarray. Do not take scripture out of context. Versus taken out of context, can lead to all kinds of disarray. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-21/120/1-peter-47-because-the-end-is-near Sun, 21 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 4:1-6 "Living in the Spirit" 1 Peter 4:1-6 "Living in the Spirit" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-14/1-peter-41-6-living-in-the-spirit The "since therefore" is a conclusion that began in chapter 3 verse 18. Christ has suffered in the flesh to bring us to God. And like Jesus, we must die to the flash and live in the spirit. The "since therefore" is a conclusion that began in chapter 3 verse 18. Christ has suffered in the flesh to bring us to God. And like Jesus, we must die to the flash and live in the spirit. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-14/119/1-peter-41-6-living-in-the-spirit Sun, 14 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 3:20-22 "The Baptism that Saves" 1 Peter 3:20-22 "The Baptism that Saves" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-07/1-peter-320-22-the-baptism-that-saves Baptism does save. However we're not speaking of water baptism. The arc of safety is Jesus Christ. We were baptized into Christ through his death. Baptism does save. However we're not speaking of water baptism. The arc of safety is Jesus Christ. We were baptized into Christ through his death. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-07/118/1-peter-320-22-the-baptism-that-saves Sun, 7 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 3:15-20 "Suffering and Solution" 1 Peter 3:15-20 "Suffering and Solution" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-31/1-peter-315-20-suffering-and-solution The daily living for the Christian must be holiness, be holy for Christ is holy – Christ is our example. The daily living for the Christian must be holiness, be holy for Christ is holy – Christ is our example. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-31/117/1-peter-315-20-suffering-and-solution Sun, 31 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 3:10-17 "The Path to a Peaceful Church" 1 Peter 3:10-17 "The Path to a Peaceful Church" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/1-peter-310-17-the-path-to-a-peaceful-church Peter speaking to the church, quotes Psalm 34 -12:13, Peter is saying these are things we must do, obey God, turn away from evil and do good. Peter speaking to the church, quotes Psalm 34 -12:13, Peter is saying these are things we must do, obey God, turn away from evil and do good. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/116/1-peter-310-17-the-path-to-a-peaceful-church Sun, 24 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 3:8-9 " Called to a Standard" 1 Peter 3:8-9 " Called to a Standard" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/1-peter-38-9-called-to-a-standard The health of the church depends on the standard of fellowship given to us from God, through the Holy Spirit. All things depend on rather we are obedient to God's commands or not. The health of the church depends on the standard of fellowship given to us from God, through the Holy Spirit. All things depend on rather we are obedient to God's commands or not. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/115/1-peter-38-9-called-to-a-standard Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 1 Peter 3:1-7 "Wives and Husbands" 1 Peter 3:1-7 "Wives and Husbands" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/1-peter-31-7-wives-and-husbands The Bible is about Christ and his church, the description of men and women in the Bible as husbands and wives is only a type of the perfection of marriage found between Christ and his church. The Bible is about Christ and his church, the description of men and women in the Bible as husbands and wives is only a type of the perfection of marriage found between Christ and his church. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/114/1-peter-31-7-wives-and-husbands Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 2:18-25 "Servants and Masters" 1 Peter 2:18-25 "Servants and Masters" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/1-peter-218-25-servants-and-masters Be slaves to a loving benevolent God, be submissive to the Authority that God has placed over you. Be slaves to a loving benevolent God, be submissive to the Authority that God has placed over you. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/113/1-peter-218-25-servants-and-masters Sun, 3 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 2:13-17 "God and Government" 1 Peter 2:13-17 "God and Government" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/1-peter-213-17-god-and-government Almost parallel to Roman's 13:1-7, Peter here also, in agreement with the apostle Paul, encourages us to be subject, for the Lord's sake, to human institutions. When we depart from the subjection to authority – we are in sin. Almost parallel to Roman's 13:1-7, Peter here also, in agreement with the apostle Paul, encourages us to be subject, for the Lord's sake, to human institutions. When we depart from the subjection to authority – we are in sin. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/112/1-peter-213-17-god-and-government Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 2:11-12 "The Sojourners Conduct" 1 Peter 2:11-12 "The Sojourners Conduct" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/1-peter-211-12-the-sojourners-conduct The Sojourners conduct, how do we conduct ourselves in the world? We are no longer strangers to the land but we have been grafted in. We are the beloved of God. The term beloved carries more weight than we may realize, today's message will explain this in more. The Sojourners conduct, how do we conduct ourselves in the world? We are no longer strangers to the land but we have been grafted in. We are the beloved of God. The term beloved carries more weight than we may realize, today's message will explain this in more. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/111/1-peter-211-12-the-sojourners-conduct Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 2:8b-10 "A Royal Priesthood" 1 Peter 2:8b-10 "A Royal Priesthood" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/1-peter-28b-10-a-royal-priesthood A corner stone sets the direction, Christ is the corner stone of the church. Each one of us who have been redeemed, are stones being built up as the walking, living, breathing temple-the Church. A corner stone sets the direction, Christ is the corner stone of the church. Each one of us who have been redeemed, are stones being built up as the walking, living, breathing temple-the Church. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/110/1-peter-28b-10-a-royal-priesthood Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 2:4-8 "Living Stones" 1 Peter 2:4-8 "Living Stones" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/1-peter-24-8-living-stones Peter has emphasized here in first Peter chapter 2:4-8, that you cannot read scripture and come away with any idea other than the Bible is God's letter to the church. Peter has emphasized here in first Peter chapter 2:4-8, that you cannot read scripture and come away with any idea other than the Bible is God's letter to the church. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/108/1-peter-24-8-living-stones Sun, 4 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 2:1-3 "The Reformed Life" 1 Peter 2:1-3 "The Reformed Life" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/1-peter-21-3-the-reformed-life We have a conclusion here in Chapter 2 from Chapter 1. "So" do this... The Christian life is about doing what Christ commands. We have a conclusion here in Chapter 2 from Chapter 1. "So" do this... The Christian life is about doing what Christ commands. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/107/1-peter-21-3-the-reformed-life Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel part 2 Matthew 5:17-20 Law and Gospel part 2 https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-2 Please enjoy part two of the sermon, miniseries "Law and Gospel Matthew 5:17-20" Please enjoy part two of the sermon, miniseries "Law and Gospel Matthew 5:17-20" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/212/matthew-517-20-law-and-gospel-part-2 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 1:22-25 "The Enduring Word" 1 Peter 1:22-25 "The Enduring Word" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/1-peter-122-25-the-enduring-word Conform your lifestyles to the image of God. Conform your lifestyles to the image of God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/106/1-peter-122-25-the-enduring-word Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 1:13-21 "The Fulfillment of The Promise" 1 Peter 1:13-21 "The Fulfillment of The Promise" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/1-peter-113-21-the-fulfillment-of-the-promise Prepare your mind for Action, be active participants in the Christian life. Jesus is our Blessed hope, now and for eternity. Prepare your mind for Action, be active participants in the Christian life. Jesus is our Blessed hope, now and for eternity. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/105/1-peter-113-21-the-fulfillment-of-the-promise Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 1:10-12 "The Fulfillment of The Promise" 1 Peter 1:10-12 "The Fulfillment of The Promise" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/1-peter-110-12-the-fulfillment-of-the-promise We need to learn to embrace the times of suffering- We must follow Christ, trial or tribulation, whatever may come- Our hope is in Jesus Christ. We need to learn to embrace the times of suffering- We must follow Christ, trial or tribulation, whatever may come- Our hope is in Jesus Christ. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/104/1-peter-110-12-the-fulfillment-of-the-promise Sun, 7 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 1:6-9 "Finding Joy in Trials" 1 Peter 1:6-9 "Finding Joy in Trials" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/1-peter-16-9-finding-joy-in-trials Christ is the all in all for the believer. The Person and work of Christ is what will give a repentant sinner the Ultimate Joy. Christ is the all in all for the believer. The Person and work of Christ is what will give a repentant sinner the Ultimate Joy. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/103/1-peter-16-9-finding-joy-in-trials Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 1:3-5 "Our Heavenly Inheritance" 1 Peter 1:3-5 "Our Heavenly Inheritance" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/1-peter-13-5-our-heavenly-inheritance Glory belongs to God, Eternally and intrinsically, Peter, much like in the writings of Paul, breaks out into praise or doxology while writing and instructing to others. In this message we examine this as we clarify the understanding of our heavenly inheritance and that this is all for God's glory. Glory belongs to God, Eternally and intrinsically, Peter, much like in the writings of Paul, breaks out into praise or doxology while writing and instructing to others. In this message we examine this as we clarify the understanding of our heavenly inheritance and that this is all for God's glory. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/102/1-peter-13-5-our-heavenly-inheritance Sun, 24 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 1 Peter 1:1-2 "Greetings to the Elect exiles" 1 Peter 1:1-2 "Greetings to the Elect exiles" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/1-peter-11-2-greetings-to-the-elect-exiles Having completed our series through the book of Ephesians, we learned what Paul had to say to the church. The same Holy Spirit that spoke to Paul also speaks through Peter. Peter had the advantage of a more intimate relationship with Christ while He was on the Earth, we will find out what Peter has to say to the church. Having completed our series through the book of Ephesians, we learned what Paul had to say to the church. The same Holy Spirit that spoke to Paul also speaks through Peter. Peter had the advantage of a more intimate relationship with Christ while He was on the Earth, we will find out what Peter has to say to the church. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/101/1-peter-11-2-greetings-to-the-elect-exiles Sun, 17 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Ephesians 6:18-24 "The Power of Prayer" Ephesians 6:18-24 "The Power of Prayer" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/ephesians-618-24-the-power-of-prayer The apostle Paul here reminds us of the resource that we have available to us always and that is Prayer. The apostle Paul here reminds us of the resource that we have available to us always and that is Prayer. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-10/100/ephesians-618-24-the-power-of-prayer Sun, 10 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Ephesians 6:13-17 "The Armor of God" Ephesians 6:13-17 "The Armor of God" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/ephesians-613-17-the-armor-of-god The forces of evil are fighting against God's elect. It is a spiritual battle, encouraged by evil entities in the heavenly realms. Maintain your weapons in the battle, take up the armor of God. The forces of evil are fighting against God's elect. It is a spiritual battle, encouraged by evil entities in the heavenly realms. Maintain your weapons in the battle, take up the armor of God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/99/ephesians-613-17-the-armor-of-god Sun, 3 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Ephesians 6:12 "The Real Enemy" Ephesians 6:12 "The Real Enemy" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/ephesians-612-the-real-enemy Satan is a real being. He, being a fallen angel, is your adversary. We wrestle against the spiritual forces of evil. The hole of scripture warns of evil, and Satan's work – he the enemy is thoroughly evil and deceptive. Satan is a real being. He, being a fallen angel, is your adversary. We wrestle against the spiritual forces of evil. The hole of scripture warns of evil, and Satan's work – he the enemy is thoroughly evil and deceptive. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/98/ephesians-612-the-real-enemy Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Ephesians 6:10-12 "Spiritual Warfare" Ephesians 6:10-12 "Spiritual Warfare" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/ephesians-610-12-spiritual-warfare Godly lives are absolutely necessary to win a spiritual battle. Genuine Christianity is the entry into warfare. Put on the armor of an obedient and faithful life to Christ. Godly lives are absolutely necessary to win a spiritual battle. Genuine Christianity is the entry into warfare. Put on the armor of an obedient and faithful life to Christ. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/97/ephesians-610-12-spiritual-warfare Sun, 19 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Ephesians 6:5-9 Slaves and Masters Ephesians 6:5-9 Slaves and Masters https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/ephesians-65-9-slaves-and-masters How do we behave as Christians in a non-Christian world? How do we behave as Christians in a non-Christian world? https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/96/ephesians-65-9-slaves-and-masters Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Ephesians 6:1-4 Children and Parents Ephesians 6:1-4 Children and Parents https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/ephesians-61-4-children-and-parents Parents must be living godly lives. When you reflect godly values as parents, your children will follow that or at least see that in you. Parents must be living godly lives. When you reflect godly values as parents, your children will follow that or at least see that in you. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/95/ephesians-61-4-children-and-parents Sun, 5 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Ephesians 5:32 "Christ and His Church" Ephesians 5:32 "Christ and His Church" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/ephesians-532-christ-and-his-church Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. Husbands, love your wives as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/94/ephesians-532-christ-and-his-church Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Ephesians 5:21-33 "Husbands & Wives" Ephesians 5:21-33 "Husbands & Wives" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/ephesians-521-33-husbands-wives Much wisdom needs to be exercised when it comes to dealing with marriage. This is a section of scripture modern society detests. Marriage is a foundational institution established by God. Much wisdom needs to be exercised when it comes to dealing with marriage. This is a section of scripture modern society detests. Marriage is a foundational institution established by God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/93/ephesians-521-33-husbands-wives Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Ephesians 5:15-20 "Living Wisely" Ephesians 5:15-20 "Living Wisely" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/ephesians-515-20-living-wisely Walk wisely, make good use of your time, always be reverent to the Lord. Walk wisely, make good use of your time, always be reverent to the Lord. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/92/ephesians-515-20-living-wisely Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Ephesians 5:3-14 "Live in the Light" Ephesians 5:3-14 "Live in the Light" https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/ephesians-53-14-live-in-the-light We cannot be our former selves, we must act and think differently. Good works do not save anybody, doing good things does not earn you eternal life with God. We cannot be our former selves, we must act and think differently. Good works do not save anybody, doing good things does not earn you eternal life with God. https://www.hopereformedbaptistchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/91/ephesians-53-14-live-in-the-light Sun, 8 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500