From Eden to the Kingdom

Jesus the Christ

From Isaiah 9:6-7 we see that Jesus is the Messiah who is the royal son that meets the royal standards.

Maker of Heaven and Earth

God reveals himself through nature and his Word to be the creator of all things.

Almighty

God is sovereign over all that he has created, exercising both the authority and power to rule.

God the Father

We profess that the God of the universe is a personal, spiritual being who acts in love, grace, and discipline towards his creation.

Introduction to the Apostle’s Creed

What beliefs distinguish Christians from other religions? What must a Christian profess to be saved? In this sermon, we begin to consider the essential doctrines of the Christian faith, using the Apostle's Creed as our guide.

The Parable of the Net

From Matt. 13:47-50 we see the carelessness of unbelief and the certainty of judgment.

Parables of Treasure

From Matt. 13:44-46 we see that the kingdom of God must be sought and valued.

The Parables of Mustard Seed and Leaven

From Matt. 13:31-33 we see the size of the seed and the spread of the kingdom.

The Parable of the Weeds

From Matt. 13:24-30, 36-43 we see the extent of the kingdom and the extermination of the weeds.

The Parable of the Sower

From Matt. 13:1-23 we see the boundaries of the kingdom and the blessed of the kingdom.