https://www.missoulaurc.com no en-us ℗ & © 2026 Covenant Reformed Church: Missoula, MT Sermons from Covenant Reformed Church: Missoula, MT Covenant Reformed Church: Missoula, MT Sermons Sermons test admin admin@missoulaurc.com Two Kingdoms https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-12/two-kingdoms- https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2026-04-12/602/two-kingdoms- Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0400 Then Jesus https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-22/then-jesus- https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-22/601/then-jesus- Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0400 The High Priestly, Prophetic, Kingly Prayer Part 6: The Longing of Christ https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-08/the-high-priestly-prophetic-kingly-prayer-part-6-the-longing-of-christ https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2026-03-08/599/the-high-priestly-prophetic-kingly-prayer-part-6-the-longing-of-christ Sun, 8 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0500 The High Priestly, Prophetic, and Kingly Prayer 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https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-23/569/the-good-shepherd-satisfies-john-107-11 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0400 The Legitimate Good Shepherd (John 1:1–6) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-16/the-legitimate-good-shepherd-john-11-6 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-16/570/the-legitimate-good-shepherd-john-11-6 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0400 A Language the Blind Can See (John 9:18–41) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-09/a-language-the-blind-can-see-john-918-41 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-09/571/a-language-the-blind-can-see-john-918-41 Sun, 9 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0500 The Vision of the Gospel (John 9:8–17) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-02/the-vision-of-the-gospel-john-98-17 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-03-02/572/the-vision-of-the-gospel-john-98-17 Sun, 2 Mar 2025 11:30:00 -0500 The Job Option (John 9:1–7) 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(John 8:39–47) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-09/how-many-peoples-of-god-are-there-john-839-47 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-09/565/how-many-peoples-of-god-are-there-john-839-47 Sun, 9 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Can I Lose My Salvation? (John 8:31–38) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-02/can-i-lose-my-salvation-john-831-38 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-02-02/563/can-i-lose-my-salvation-john-831-38 Sun, 2 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Unless You Believe (John 8:21–30) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-26/unless-you-believe-john-821-30 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-26/562/unless-you-believe-john-821-30 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0500 The Story of Faith (John 7:40–8:12–20) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-19/the-story-of-faith-john-740-812-20 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-19/561/the-story-of-faith-john-740-812-20 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Another Kind of Church (John 7:25–39) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-12/another-kind-of-church-john-725-39 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2025-01-12/560/another-kind-of-church-john-725-39 Sun, 12 Jan 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Nunc Dimittis https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-29/nunc-dimittis https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-29/559/nunc-dimittis Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Advent Champion https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-08/advent-champion https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-12-08/558/advent-champion Sun, 8 Dec 2024 11:30:00 -0500 The Hard Life (John 6:59–71) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-24/-the-hard-life-john-659-71 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-24/557/-the-hard-life-john-659-71 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Calvinism is the Gospel (John 6:41–51) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-10/calvinism-is-the-gospel-john-641-51 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-11-10/555/calvinism-is-the-gospel-john-641-51 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus is the Answer (John 6:22–35) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-27/jesus-is-the-answer-john-622-35 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-27/554/jesus-is-the-answer-john-622-35 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Spiritual Abundance (John 6:1–21) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-27/spiritual-abundance-john-61-21 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-27/553/spiritual-abundance-john-61-21 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0400 How to Pick a Church? (John 5:30–47 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-06/how-to-pick-a-church-john-530-47 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-10-06/551/how-to-pick-a-church-john-530-47 Sun, 6 Oct 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Kingdom of Grace (John 5:19-29) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-29/the-kingdom-of-grace-john-519-29 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-29/550/the-kingdom-of-grace-john-519-29 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Evangelism MasterClass (John 4:1–26) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-08/evangelism-masterclass-john-41-26 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-08/556/evangelism-masterclass-john-41-26 Sun, 8 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Eternal Sabbath (John 5:1–18) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-08/the-eternal-sabbath-john-51-18 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-08/552/the-eternal-sabbath-john-51-18 Sun, 8 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0400 God is seen at the Cross (John 4:46–54) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-01/god-is-seen-at-the-cross-john-446-54 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-09-01/549/god-is-seen-at-the-cross-john-446-54 Sun, 1 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Reformed Piety (John 3:22–36) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-11/reformed-piety-john-322-36 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-11/548/reformed-piety-john-322-36 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0400 So That (John 3:16–20) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-04/so-that-john-316-20 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-08-04/547/so-that-john-316-20 Sun, 4 Aug 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Born From Above (John 3:1-15) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-28/born-from-above-john-31-15 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-28/546/born-from-above-john-31-15 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0400 True Religion (John 2:13–22) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-21/true-religion-john-213-22 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-21/544/true-religion-john-213-22 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Good Wine (John 2:1–12) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-14/the-good-wine-john-21-12 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-14/545/the-good-wine-john-21-12 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Revelations Necessity (John 1:43–51) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-07/revelations-necessity-john-143-51 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-07-07/543/revelations-necessity-john-143-51 Sun, 7 Jul 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Order of the Church (John 1:18–29) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-26/the-order-of-the-church-john-118-29 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-26/540/the-order-of-the-church-john-118-29 Sun, 26 May 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Became Flesh (John 1:14–18) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-19/became-flesh-john-114-18 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-19/541/became-flesh-john-114-18 Sun, 19 May 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Why do you go to church? (John 1:6–13) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-12/why-do-you-go-to-church-john-16-13 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-12/542/why-do-you-go-to-church-john-16-13 Sun, 12 May 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Person and Work of Christ (John 1:1–5) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-05/the-person-and-work-of-christ-john-11-5 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-05-05/539/the-person-and-work-of-christ-john-11-5 Sun, 5 May 2024 11:30:00 -0400 When God Judges a Nation (2 Kings 24) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-21/when-god-judges-a-nation-2-kings-24 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-21/537/when-god-judges-a-nation-2-kings-24 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Wholehearted Commitment (2 Kings 23) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-14/wholehearted-commitment-2-kings-23 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-14/536/wholehearted-commitment-2-kings-23 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Discover the Reformation (2 Kings 22) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-07/discover-the-reformation-2-kings-22 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-04-07/535/discover-the-reformation-2-kings-22 Sun, 7 Apr 2024 11:30:00 -0400 The Sound of Comfort (2 Kings 21) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/the-sound-of-comfort-2-kings-21 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/534/the-sound-of-comfort-2-kings-21 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0400 Grace-Alone-Based Religion (2 Kings 20) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/grace-alone-based-religion-2-kings-20 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/533/grace-alone-based-religion-2-kings-20 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 The Soveriegn Word (2 Kings 18:13-19:1–7) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/the-soveriegn-word-2-kings-1813-191-7 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/532/the-soveriegn-word-2-kings-1813-191-7 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 The Divine Tradition (2 Kings 18:1–12) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/the-divine-tradition-2-kings-181-12 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/531/the-divine-tradition-2-kings-181-12 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Misery Explained (2 Kings 16) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/misery-explained-2-kings-16 Liturgy is how we have a relationship with the Lord. Liturgy is how we have a relationship with the Lord. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/530/misery-explained-2-kings-16 Sun, 4 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0500 God Keeps His Word (2 Kings 15) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/god-keeps-his-word-2-kings-15 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/529/god-keeps-his-word-2-kings-15 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Coram Deo (2 Kings 14) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/coram-deo-2-kings-14 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-21/528/coram-deo-2-kings-14 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Learn Covenant Theology (2 Kings 13) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/learn-covenant-theology-2-kings-13 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/527/learn-covenant-theology-2-kings-13 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Holy Things (2 Kings 12) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/holy-things-2-kings-12 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/526/holy-things-2-kings-12 Sun, 7 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Fourth Sunday in Advent: Messiahed (Mark 1:1–8) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/fourth-sunday-in-advent-messiahed-mark-11-8 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/525/fourth-sunday-in-advent-messiahed-mark-11-8 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Advent Love (Romans 13:8–14) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/advent-love-romans-138-14 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/524/advent-love-romans-138-14 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Holiness is Violent (2 Kings 10) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/holiness-is-violent-2-kings-10 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/523/holiness-is-violent-2-kings-10 Sun, 5 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0400 God's People Believe in Christ (2 Kings 8) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/gods-people-believe-in-christ-2-kings-8 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/522/gods-people-believe-in-christ-2-kings-8 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Story of an Unlikely Convert (2 Kings 5) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/the-story-of-an-unlikely-convert-2-kings-5 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/521/the-story-of-an-unlikely-convert-2-kings-5 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel According to Yahweh (2 Kings 4) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/the-gospel-according-to-yahweh-2-kings-4 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/520/the-gospel-according-to-yahweh-2-kings-4 Sun, 3 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 1 Kings 13: "By Scripture Alone" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/1-kings-13-by-scripture-alone Following the Scriptures in perfect, perpetual obedience is life. Disobedience is death. Where is the "good news" in this? Following the Scriptures in perfect, perpetual obedience is life. Disobedience is death. Where is the "good news" in this? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/519/1-kings-13-by-scripture-alone Sun, 7 May 2023 11:30:00 -0400 God For Us (2 Kings 25) https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/god-for-us-2-kings-25 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/538/god-for-us-2-kings-25 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 1 Kings 12: "Soli Deo Gloria" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/1-kings-12-soli-deo-gloria Dr Luther once said that the Christian is to be a servant of all, especially the fellow believers. Humanity is to live for the glory of God alone. We live for God's with the good works we do for our neighbor. Dr Luther once said that the Christian is to be a servant of all, especially the fellow believers. Humanity is to live for the glory of God alone. We live for God's with the good works we do for our neighbor. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/518/1-kings-12-soli-deo-gloria Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Jonah 1:1-16: "Such Knowledge is Too Wonderful for Me" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/jonah-11-16-such-knowledge-is-too-wonderful-for-me Rev Karel teaches that instead of debating the doctrines of election and asking if we should believe a better approach is to ask why God revealed it to us. Rev Karel demonstrates from the text that these hotly debated doctrines are actually revealed to us for our comfort. We can take comfort that our failures in Christian walk will not stop God's purposes of saving us or those around us. Pastor's, and others likewise, can rest, knowing that efficacy of their ministry is in God's hands. Rev Karel teaches that instead of debating the doctrines of election and asking if we should believe a better approach is to ask why God revealed it to us. Rev Karel demonstrates from the text that these hotly debated doctrines are actually revealed to us for our comfort. We can take comfort that our failures in Christian walk will not stop God's purposes of saving us or those around us. Pastor's, and others likewise, can rest, knowing that efficacy of their ministry is in God's hands. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/517/jonah-11-16-such-knowledge-is-too-wonderful-for-me Sun, 8 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 1 Kings 8: "Biblical in 2023" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/1-kings-8-biblical-in-2023 Instead of following the culture wars of the left or the right, Rev. Jared Beaird says we should focus on being Biblical, instead. Instead of following the culture wars of the left or the right, Rev. Jared Beaird says we should focus on being Biblical, instead. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/516/1-kings-8-biblical-in-2023 Sun, 1 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Luke 2:8-21: "The Gloria" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-25/luke-28-21-the-gloria What is the Gloria? You may be surprised! What is the Gloria? You may be surprised! https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-25/515/luke-28-21-the-gloria Sun, 25 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Zechariah 2:1-13: "The Spiritual Body of Christ" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/zechariah-21-13-the-spiritual-body-of-christ Pastor Jared preaches about the revelation of the gospel and redemption of God's chosen people in Zechariah's Third Night Vision. Pastor Jared preaches about the revelation of the gospel and redemption of God's chosen people in Zechariah's Third Night Vision. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/514/zechariah-21-13-the-spiritual-body-of-christ Sun, 11 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Genesis 12:10-13:4: "Abram's First Word" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/genesis-1210-134-abrams-first-word From the text, Rev Karel shows that even the father of faith only has a small beginning of Christian obedience. From the text, Rev Karel shows that even the father of faith only has a small beginning of Christian obedience. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/513/genesis-1210-134-abrams-first-word Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Ecclesiastes 4: "Reformed Monasticism" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/ecclesiastes-4-reformed-monasticism Pastor Jared explains how reformation made piety and service to God available to everyone, not just the elites. How should a Christian live their life practically to serve the Lord? Pastor Jared explains how reformation made piety and service to God available to everyone, not just the elites. How should a Christian live their life practically to serve the Lord? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/512/ecclesiastes-4-reformed-monasticism Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 1 Kings 5: "One Kings Two Kingdoms" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/1-kings-5-one-kings-two-kingdoms Pastor Jared clearly explains the Two Kingdoms doctrine. Pastor Jared clearly explains the Two Kingdoms doctrine. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/511/1-kings-5-one-kings-two-kingdoms Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Ecclesiastes 3:16-22: "How to Live in a Fallen World" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/ecclesiastes-316-22-how-to-live-in-a-fallen-world How should Christians seek justice and peace in the fallen world? Should we escape the world, reform the world, something else? How should Christians seek justice and peace in the fallen world? Should we escape the world, reform the world, something else? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/510/ecclesiastes-316-22-how-to-live-in-a-fallen-world Sun, 6 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0400 1 Kings 4: "Christian Prosperity" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/1-kings-4-christian-prosperity Did God fulfill all his promises to Abraham concerning Israel? Rev Beaird shows that God indeed did fulfill his promises, but a kingdom ran by a sinner was full of sin, and could not stand. This is why in the New Covenant the kingdom is run by a perfect Savior. Did God fulfill all his promises to Abraham concerning Israel? Rev Beaird shows that God indeed did fulfill his promises, but a kingdom ran by a sinner was full of sin, and could not stand. This is why in the New Covenant the kingdom is run by a perfect Savior. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/509/1-kings-4-christian-prosperity Sun, 6 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0400 1 Kings 3: "Where is Sanctification?" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/1-kings-3-where-is-sanctification Christian has a of ups and downs in sanctification, but a lot of downs. Pastor Jared tells a story of one such a believer whom the Lord blessed not because of his sanctification but because of God meeting the conditions of the conditional covenant. Christian has a of ups and downs in sanctification, but a lot of downs. Pastor Jared tells a story of one such a believer whom the Lord blessed not because of his sanctification but because of God meeting the conditions of the conditional covenant. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/508/1-kings-3-where-is-sanctification Sun, 30 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 John 8:44 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/john-844 Sinners are not those outside, unbelievers. The sinners are the people in the church. Believers, lie, gossip, and violate the ninth commandment, sometimes even under the pretense of keeping it. Sinners are not those outside, unbelievers. The sinners are the people in the church. Believers, lie, gossip, and violate the ninth commandment, sometimes even under the pretense of keeping it. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/507/john-844 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 3.3-3.6 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/canons-of-dort-3-3-3-6 If all people are totally depraved, why are there many wise and good unbelieving great neighbors, fair judges, smart philosophers? Rev. Jeff Karel explains that these occurrences are totally consistent with the doctrine of total depravity; law of God written on the hearts of all people is often enough to produce civic righteousness. This is, however, not a salvific righteousness before God. If all people are totally depraved, why are there many wise and good unbelieving great neighbors, fair judges, smart philosophers? Rev. Jeff Karel explains that these occurrences are totally consistent with the doctrine of total depravity; law of God written on the hearts of all people is often enough to produce civic righteousness. This is, however, not a salvific righteousness before God. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/506/canons-of-dort-3-3-3-6 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Psalm 88 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/psalm-88 Christian life is a life of trouble, trials and temptations, yet throughout history people are tempted to comfort suffering believers by telling them to pray more, repent, believe, etc. In Psalm 88 we see a proper approach to deal with suffering. Christian life is a life of trouble, trials and temptations, yet throughout history people are tempted to comfort suffering believers by telling them to pray more, repent, believe, etc. In Psalm 88 we see a proper approach to deal with suffering. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/505/psalm-88 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 3 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/ecclesiastes-3 To Christians, it is not necessary to get involved in a ministry. Therefore, Calvinistic work ethic is about doing one's best and working hard. To Christians, it is not necessary to get involved in a ministry. Therefore, Calvinistic work ethic is about doing one's best and working hard. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/504/ecclesiastes-3 Sun, 9 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 3.1-3.3 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/canons-of-dort-3-1-3-3 What does Scripture mean when it calls sinners as "dead in sin"? Does total depravity mean people are unable to freely choose good or bad? Rev Karel explains that total depravity choose to do everything freely, but always do evil by necessity. What does Scripture mean when it calls sinners as "dead in sin"? Does total depravity mean people are unable to freely choose good or bad? Rev Karel explains that total depravity choose to do everything freely, but always do evil by necessity. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/503/canons-of-dort-3-1-3-3 Sun, 2 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Deuteronomy 34: "And Moses Died" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/deuteronomy-34-and-moses-died Moses did not receive the promises of God because he obeyed the law of Moses. He received the blessings and favor of God because of Christ. If it is ever appropriate to "how to be like Moses", then it is in this: just like Moses, look to Christ and away from your own deeds, misdeeds, feelings, circumstances, etc. Moses did not receive the promises of God because he obeyed the law of Moses. He received the blessings and favor of God because of Christ. If it is ever appropriate to "how to be like Moses", then it is in this: just like Moses, look to Christ and away from your own deeds, misdeeds, feelings, circumstances, etc. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/502/deuteronomy-34-and-moses-died Sun, 2 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 1 Kings 2:13-46: "A Very Reformed Sermon" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/1-kings-213-46-a-very-reformed-sermon Only two chapters in to the First Book of Kings, which is supposed to describe the kingdom of God, and we see nothing but deceit, malice, murders and other worst sins--at the very top! The son of David who is supposed to be leading and strengthening this kingdom is walking in the steps of his fathers David and Adam, following the example of brother-murdering Cain. The promise of God to David are kept by God on the condition that sons of David's son will faithfully keep God's commandment; the First Book of Kings shows that it is certainly not Solomon who kept these stipulations, but Jesus was the only one who kept these requirements. God's promises are fulfilled only because of Him. Only two chapters in to the First Book of Kings, which is supposed to describe the kingdom of God, and we see nothing but deceit, malice, murders and other worst sins--at the very top! The son of David who is supposed to be leading and strengthening this kingdom is walking in the steps of his fathers David and Adam, following the example of brother-murdering Cain. The promise of God to David are kept by God on the condition that sons of David's son will faithfully keep God's commandment; the First Book of Kings shows that it is certainly not Solomon who kept these stipulations, but Jesus was the only one who kept these requirements. God's promises are fulfilled only because of Him. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/501/1-kings-213-46-a-very-reformed-sermon Sun, 25 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 2:18-26: "Eeyore's Wisdom" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/ecclesiastes-218-26-eeyores-wisdom What is the secret to overcoming suffering and enjoying life? Some teachings claim that all life is meaningless and we should just live our life as please, getting what we can out of it before we die. Others claim that suffering of loss can be overcome by connecting with God via lengthy prayers, and other spiritual exercises or keeping ourselves from enjoying worldly pleasures and goods. Are any of these views Biblical? What is the secret to overcoming suffering and enjoying life? Some teachings claim that all life is meaningless and we should just live our life as please, getting what we can out of it before we die. Others claim that suffering of loss can be overcome by connecting with God via lengthy prayers, and other spiritual exercises or keeping ourselves from enjoying worldly pleasures and goods. Are any of these views Biblical? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/500/ecclesiastes-218-26-eeyores-wisdom Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 1 Kings 2:1-12: "What is a Godly Man?" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/1-kings-21-12-what-is-a-godly-man What does it mean to be a Godly man, a man after God's heart like David? David was a man after God's own heart and even on his deathbed, in one breath he displays his reverence for the love of God AND his sinful scheming and covenant breaking. David's life shows that, as the Heidelberg says, "even the holiest have only a small beginning of this obedience." To be a man after God's own heart is to love the Gospel. What does it mean to be a Godly man, a man after God's heart like David? David was a man after God's own heart and even on his deathbed, in one breath he displays his reverence for the love of God AND his sinful scheming and covenant breaking. David's life shows that, as the Heidelberg says, "even the holiest have only a small beginning of this obedience." To be a man after God's own heart is to love the Gospel. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/499/1-kings-21-12-what-is-a-godly-man Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 2:12-17: "The Death of Wisdom" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/ecclesiastes-212-17-the-death-of-wisdom What is the secret to Christians redeeming their community, churches, the world? Is there a secret to having wealthy, health, victory over our struggles? The Ecclesiastes says that wisdom is what will bring better outcomes in these areas. Does it? What is the secret to Christians redeeming their community, churches, the world? Is there a secret to having wealthy, health, victory over our struggles? The Ecclesiastes says that wisdom is what will bring better outcomes in these areas. Does it? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/498/ecclesiastes-212-17-the-death-of-wisdom Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 "Thankful Living" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/ecclesiastes-21-11-thankful-living According to Rev. Jared Beaird, the passage from today shows that the creation is good and can be enjoyed. However, the creation must not be worshipped. This passage shows us how to enjoy creation without worshipping it. According to Rev. Jared Beaird, the passage from today shows that the creation is good and can be enjoyed. However, the creation must not be worshipped. This passage shows us how to enjoy creation without worshipping it. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/497/ecclesiastes-21-11-thankful-living Sun, 4 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 1:12-18 "Autopiansim" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/ecclesiastes-112-18-autopiansim People continually come up with new ideas for creating utopianism by techoology, philosophy, education, etc. The Christian do have a cultural mandate to raise families, bless their communities, etc. We must, however, remember the words of Ecclesiastes. People continually come up with new ideas for creating utopianism by techoology, philosophy, education, etc. The Christian do have a cultural mandate to raise families, bless their communities, etc. We must, however, remember the words of Ecclesiastes. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/496/ecclesiastes-112-18-autopiansim Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 23:1-7: "The Word Works The Kingdom" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/2-samuel-231-7-the-word-works-the-kingdom https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/495/2-samuel-231-7-the-word-works-the-kingdom Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 1:2-11: "The Dash" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/ecclesiastes-12-11-the-dash The grave stone has two dates on it, with the dash between them summarizing our life. That is how meaningless and miserable our life is because of the course. While we still have cultural mandates to work, have children and build families, that is done in pain and--often--with no satisfaction. Our only comfort is that because of Jesus's work, the dash is not permanent. The grave stone has two dates on it, with the dash between them summarizing our life. That is how meaningless and miserable our life is because of the course. While we still have cultural mandates to work, have children and build families, that is done in pain and--often--with no satisfaction. Our only comfort is that because of Jesus's work, the dash is not permanent. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/494/ecclesiastes-12-11-the-dash Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 22: "A Baptismal Song" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/2-samuel-22-a-baptismal-song Reformed soteriology--teachings about salvation and justification--can be summarized with "simul justus et pecator", a Latin phrase meaning "simultaneously just and sinner". How does this view of salvation stand up to the scrutiny of the Scripture texts like 2 Samuel, where David says that God rewarded him for being righteous? Reformed soteriology--teachings about salvation and justification--can be summarized with "simul justus et pecator", a Latin phrase meaning "simultaneously just and sinner". How does this view of salvation stand up to the scrutiny of the Scripture texts like 2 Samuel, where David says that God rewarded him for being righteous? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/493/2-samuel-22-a-baptismal-song Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Ecclesiastes 1:1-2: "The Unexpected" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/ecclesiastes-11-2-the-unexpected It is good to follow the wisdom found in the Scriptures. It is good to do what is right in life, word hard and receive the fruits of our labors. However, does it always follow that good actions lead to good results? What do we do when things do not work out in our life or the life of others? What advice can give? The truth is absolute, but the context of life is messy. When a person has troubles in life and no answers, this is not an indication that they are not a believer because the Gospel, is the one constant anchor, even when nothing else makes sense. It is good to follow the wisdom found in the Scriptures. It is good to do what is right in life, word hard and receive the fruits of our labors. However, does it always follow that good actions lead to good results? What do we do when things do not work out in our life or the life of others? What advice can give? The truth is absolute, but the context of life is messy. When a person has troubles in life and no answers, this is not an indication that they are not a believer because the Gospel, is the one constant anchor, even when nothing else makes sense. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/492/ecclesiastes-11-2-the-unexpected Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 21:15-22: "Christus Victor" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/2-samuel-2115-22-christus-victor Pastor Jared says that the Scriptures should be read as theological history, not history written in contemporary style. This theology can be told as an old story of the Gospel or the new self-help story. Pastor Jared says that the Scriptures should be read as theological history, not history written in contemporary style. This theology can be told as an old story of the Gospel or the new self-help story. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/491/2-samuel-2115-22-christus-victor Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 21:1-14 "Love Through Heartache" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/2-samuel-211-14-love-through-heartache Belief in the wrath of God has been lost on the moderns. The moderns also see themselves as individual, not represented by anyone. In this passage, however, Jared Beaird shows that Scripture believes that not only is God angry for our actual sins, but also for the original one. When representative of the Israelites sinned, God's wrath turned against all those he represented. Likewise, God's is terribly angry at us for the original sin of Adam, our representative. Jesus, the new representative, gets back in God's favor all those that believe unto Him. Belief in the wrath of God has been lost on the moderns. The moderns also see themselves as individual, not represented by anyone. In this passage, however, Jared Beaird shows that Scripture believes that not only is God angry for our actual sins, but also for the original one. When representative of the Israelites sinned, God's wrath turned against all those he represented. Likewise, God's is terribly angry at us for the original sin of Adam, our representative. Jesus, the new representative, gets back in God's favor all those that believe unto Him. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/490/2-samuel-211-14-love-through-heartache Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort: 2.5-2.7 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/canons-of-dort-2-5-2-7 Jeff Karel explains that Gospel should be delivered to everyone, promiscuously. Jeff Karel explains that Gospel should be delivered to everyone, promiscuously. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/489/canons-of-dort-2-5-2-7 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 20, The Necessity of Wisdom https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/2-samuel-20-the-necessity-of-wisdom https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/488/2-samuel-20-the-necessity-of-wisdom Sun, 24 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Romans 8:5-11: "The History of Sanctification" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/romans-85-11-the-history-of-sanctification Does Christian need sanctification? Do Christians care about following the law of God? Pastor Jared preaches that sanctification is still about the Gospel. The Gospel gives us sanctification and justification. Does Christian need sanctification? Do Christians care about following the law of God? Pastor Jared preaches that sanctification is still about the Gospel. The Gospel gives us sanctification and justification. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/487/romans-85-11-the-history-of-sanctification Sun, 17 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Romans 8:31-39: "God Serves Us" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/romans-831-39-god-serves-us Pastor Jared goes through the Golden Chain explaining how the Gospel takes all the way to heaven, always taking care of us on the way there. The common myths about God loving those who help themselves fly in the face of this passage in the Bible. Similarly, this passage makes it clear that those that Christianity is not a religion that relies on the good works of the believers. Instead, it is about putting away the good works because those who the doers of the good works, can not please God, but only those who are in Christ by faith. These who are in Christ's by faith will be found righteous on the last day. Pastor Jared goes through the Golden Chain explaining how the Gospel takes all the way to heaven, always taking care of us on the way there. The common myths about God loving those who help themselves fly in the face of this passage in the Bible. Similarly, this passage makes it clear that those that Christianity is not a religion that relies on the good works of the believers. Instead, it is about putting away the good works because those who the doers of the good works, can not please God, but only those who are in Christ by faith. These who are in Christ's by faith will be found righteous on the last day. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/486/romans-831-39-god-serves-us Sun, 10 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 2.1-2.4 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/canons-of-dort-2-1-2-4 Is it true that "God helps those who help themselves"? According to Jeff Karel, that is terrible theology. Is it true that "God helps those who help themselves"? According to Jeff Karel, that is terrible theology. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/485/canons-of-dort-2-1-2-4 Sun, 3 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Psalm 121: "YHWH: The God of the Valley" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/psalm-121-yhwh-the-god-of-the-valley Jeff Karel explains the dangers facing the author of the song of ascent. According to Jeff, this psalm shows that the hill is not where God is and one might get help if he just musters enough strength to climb the hill. Rather, the hill is where the danger, uncertainty, death and devil lurks and God is the keeper and protector as we face those dangers. He is with us, even in the valley. Jeff Karel explains the dangers facing the author of the song of ascent. According to Jeff, this psalm shows that the hill is not where God is and one might get help if he just musters enough strength to climb the hill. Rather, the hill is where the danger, uncertainty, death and devil lurks and God is the keeper and protector as we face those dangers. He is with us, even in the valley. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/484/psalm-121-yhwh-the-god-of-the-valley Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 1.18 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/canons-of-dort-1-18 Jeff Karel explains the doctrine of reprobation as traditionally understood. Jeff Karel explains the doctrine of reprobation as traditionally understood. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/483/canons-of-dort-1-18 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Romans 8:1-4 "The Assurance of Righteousness" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/romans-81-4-the-assurance-of-righteousness What is the best way to comfort believers? How can we derive comfort and assurance for ourselves and for others? What--if any! --theological or psychological techniques or methods do we need to use? What if we did not need anything special to derive comfort? Pastor Jared discovers a proven but long forgotten trick taught in Scriptures. No matter how hopeless the case, this tricks always gives hope and comfort to believers. What is the best way to comfort believers? How can we derive comfort and assurance for ourselves and for others? What--if any! --theological or psychological techniques or methods do we need to use? What if we did not need anything special to derive comfort? Pastor Jared discovers a proven but long forgotten trick taught in Scriptures. No matter how hopeless the case, this tricks always gives hope and comfort to believers. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/482/romans-81-4-the-assurance-of-righteousness Sun, 19 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 1.18: "When to Preach Reprobation" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/canons-of-dort-1-18-when-to-preach-reprobation Jeff Karel explains that the doctrine of reprobation is a great comfort to believers. However, many pastors twist the doctrine or preach it out of season, thereby leaving God's church without the comfort. Jeff Karel explains how this doctrine can comfort believers during times of loss of loved ones. Jeff Karel explains that the doctrine of reprobation is a great comfort to believers. However, many pastors twist the doctrine or preach it out of season, thereby leaving God's church without the comfort. Jeff Karel explains how this doctrine can comfort believers during times of loss of loved ones. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/481/canons-of-dort-1-18-when-to-preach-reprobation Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Romans 10:14-24: "What is the Reformed Faith?" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/romans-1014-24-what-is-the-reformed-faith Pastor Jared explains how a Christian can become a mature disciple. Though this fact was a given to many in the past, to the surprise of the contemporaries, going to church and hearing the preaching of Christ is how one becomes a disciple and a mature Christian. True piety is not from a personal, 15-minute-long devotional, but from a faithful attendance of a true church that preaches Christ. Pastor Jared explains how a Christian can become a mature disciple. Though this fact was a given to many in the past, to the surprise of the contemporaries, going to church and hearing the preaching of Christ is how one becomes a disciple and a mature Christian. True piety is not from a personal, 15-minute-long devotional, but from a faithful attendance of a true church that preaches Christ. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/480/romans-1014-24-what-is-the-reformed-faith Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 19:9–43 "Politics and the Cross" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/2-samuel-199-43-politics-and-the-cross https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/479/2-samuel-199-43-politics-and-the-cross Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 1.14-1.16 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/canons-of-dort-1-14-1-16 What do Reformed Christians believe about election and reprobation? Jeff Karel explains when and to whom the doctrine of election should be preached. This doctrine is not for unbelievers, but for the comfort of the church. Jeff also explains what comfort the believers should derive from it. What do Reformed Christians believe about election and reprobation? Jeff Karel explains when and to whom the doctrine of election should be preached. This doctrine is not for unbelievers, but for the comfort of the church. Jeff also explains what comfort the believers should derive from it. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/477/canons-of-dort-1-14-1-16 Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 18 "God Saves By Means Of..." https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/2-samuel-18-god-saves-by-means-of https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/478/2-samuel-18-god-saves-by-means-of Sun, 29 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 15 "His Rod and Staff Comfort Me" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/2-samuel-15-his-rod-and-staff-comfort-me Pastor Jared describes a story of God's chastisement and deliverance of David. God chastened to preserve David. Pastor Jared describes a story of God's chastisement and deliverance of David. God chastened to preserve David. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/473/2-samuel-15-his-rod-and-staff-comfort-me Sun, 8 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 14 "Predicaments" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/2-samuel-14-predicaments Life is full of predicament and application of God's law is not always black and white. Pastor Jared discusses predicaments David faces when deciding how to deal with Absalom, who must die as a punishment for killing his brother. Life is full of predicament and application of God's law is not always black and white. Pastor Jared discusses predicaments David faces when deciding how to deal with Absalom, who must die as a punishment for killing his brother. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/476/2-samuel-14-predicaments Sun, 1 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 13 "Consequences" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/2-samuel-13-consequences The story of Amnon and Absalom is the story of God letting men do whatever they want as He delivers them to their own sins. The story of Amnon and Absalom is the story of God letting men do whatever they want as He delivers them to their own sins. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/475/2-samuel-13-consequences Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Canons of Dort 1.9 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/the-canons-of-dort-1-9 Jeff Karel explains that God did not chooses a person towards salvation not on account of that person's work, potential or any other reason in the person but only because of God's own good pleasure. Jeff Karel explains that God did not chooses a person towards salvation not on account of that person's work, potential or any other reason in the person but only because of God's own good pleasure. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/474/the-canons-of-dort-1-9 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 1.8 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/canons-of-dort-1-8 Jeff Karel explains unconditional election and why other explanations of Biblical the passages are overcomplicating salvation and are nothing but logical knots. Jeff Karel explains unconditional election and why other explanations of Biblical the passages are overcomplicating salvation and are nothing but logical knots. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/471/canons-of-dort-1-8 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Numbers 15:32-36: "Death of a Sabbath Breaker" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/numbers-1532-36-death-of-a-sabbath-breaker Intentional sin has no cure. People who sin intentionally are cursed. Believe in Jesus, He was cursed for believers. Believe unto Christ and you shall be saved! Intentional sin has no cure. People who sin intentionally are cursed. Believe in Jesus, He was cursed for believers. Believe unto Christ and you shall be saved! https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/470/numbers-1532-36-death-of-a-sabbath-breaker Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 MATTHEW 21:1–11: "Palm Sunday is Gospel" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/matthew-211-11-palm-sunday-is-gospel Rev Beaird describes how Palm Sunday shows believers the Gospel, the one that is about what Christ did for our us, as part of his active obedience and sacrifice. Rev Beaird describes how Palm Sunday shows believers the Gospel, the one that is about what Christ did for our us, as part of his active obedience and sacrifice. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/468/matthew-211-11-palm-sunday-is-gospel Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Canons of Dort 1.6 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/canons-of-dort-1-6 Election is a comforting doctrine. God chooses people not based on works or foreseen works, but God's mercy. Apostle Paul is a great example of this fact. Election is a comforting doctrine. God chooses people not based on works or foreseen works, but God's mercy. Apostle Paul is a great example of this fact. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/469/canons-of-dort-1-6 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 12 "What Happens When We sin Grossly Against the Lord?" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/2-samuel-12-what-happens-when-we-sin-grossly-against-the-lord https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/467/2-samuel-12-what-happens-when-we-sin-grossly-against-the-lord Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 11 "It Happened" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/2-samuel-11-it-happened https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/465/2-samuel-11-it-happened Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 2 Samuel 8 "The Work of the Word" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/2-samuel-8-the-work-of-the-word Pastor Jared explains the importance of covenants and vows in the Scriptures. From something as simple as being faithful to one's friends, church and wife to the instrument of God's faithfulness in saving His people, covenants are mentioned throughout Scriptures. Pastor Jared explains the importance of covenants and vows in the Scriptures. From something as simple as being faithful to one's friends, church and wife to the instrument of God's faithfulness in saving His people, covenants are mentioned throughout Scriptures. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/466/2-samuel-8-the-work-of-the-word Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 2 Samuel 7:18-29 "God's Marvelous Theatre" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/2-samuel-718-29-gods-marvelous-theatre https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/464/2-samuel-718-29-gods-marvelous-theatre Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Canons of Dort: 1.1, 1.2 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/canons-of-dort-1-1-1-2 Jeff Karel gives a brief historical background to Cannons of Dort, a Calvinistic document that summarizes Biblical teachings that are colloquially known as TULIP. Jeff Karel explains why that we need God's mercy, not fairness and why God's severity is justified. Is it true that God loves sinners and hates sin? Take a listen to find out. Jeff Karel gives a brief historical background to Cannons of Dort, a Calvinistic document that summarizes Biblical teachings that are colloquially known as TULIP. Jeff Karel explains why that we need God's mercy, not fairness and why God's severity is justified. Is it true that God loves sinners and hates sin? Take a listen to find out. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/463/canons-of-dort-1-1-1-2 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 2 Samuel 7:1-17 "A History of God's Doing" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/2-samuel-71-17-a-history-of-gods-doing According to pastor Jared from the story of David and Saul, the Scripture illustrates the difference between the Covenant of Works and the Covenant of Grace. According to pastor Jared from the story of David and Saul, the Scripture illustrates the difference between the Covenant of Works and the Covenant of Grace. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/462/2-samuel-71-17-a-history-of-gods-doing Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Luke 1:1-15 "New Creation Gained" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/luke-11-15-new-creation-gained Our intern lic. Jeffrey Karel explains wonderfully why Jesus had to suffer hunger and thirst for 40 days. Our intern lic. Jeffrey Karel explains wonderfully why Jesus had to suffer hunger and thirst for 40 days. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/461/luke-11-15-new-creation-gained Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 48 https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/heidelberg-catechism-lords-day-48 Jeff Karel explains what it means to pray "forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sinned against us." Jeff Karel explains what it means to pray "forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sinned against us." https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/460/heidelberg-catechism-lords-day-48 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 2 Samuel 5: "Christ is My Shepherd" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/2-samuel-5-christ-is-my-shepherd Rev Jared Beaird describes proper order in the church and in the home, where Christ is the true Head of the church and home. Rev Jared Beaird describes proper order in the church and in the home, where Christ is the true Head of the church and home. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2022-01-16/459/2-samuel-5-christ-is-my-shepherd Sun, 16 Jan 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Isiah 11:1-9: "An Advent Fortress" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/isiah-111-9-an-advent-fortress Who did Jesus come to save? What did Jesus bring to believers? Rev Beaird demonstrates from the test that in His first coming, Jesus brings forgiveness, salvation and acceptance and justification to the wicked. This "peace on earth" that is promised to us is spiritual. The next coming will bring punishment to the wicked and actual end of suffering and peace. Who did Jesus come to save? What did Jesus bring to believers? Rev Beaird demonstrates from the test that in His first coming, Jesus brings forgiveness, salvation and acceptance and justification to the wicked. This "peace on earth" that is promised to us is spiritual. The next coming will bring punishment to the wicked and actual end of suffering and peace. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/455/isiah-111-9-an-advent-fortress Sun, 5 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Isiah 2:1-4: "An Advent Kingdom" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-28/isiah-21-4-an-advent-kingdom What does the Bible mean when it calls this as our last days? What does God want believers to do during last days? Why did God send Christ into the world? Why do Christians celebrate Christmas? Pastor Jared Beaird addresses questions related to Christmas. What does the Bible mean when it calls this as our last days? What does God want believers to do during last days? Why did God send Christ into the world? Why do Christians celebrate Christmas? Pastor Jared Beaird addresses questions related to Christmas. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-28/456/isiah-21-4-an-advent-kingdom Sun, 28 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 1 Timothy 1:15 "A Gospel for Sinners" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-14/1-timothy-115-a-gospel-for-sinners Jeff Karel teaches in this sermon what the Gospel message is all about. He also explains the practical application of the Gospel message and what it means to be a Gospel person for a believer. Jeff Karel teaches in this sermon what the Gospel message is all about. He also explains the practical application of the Gospel message and what it means to be a Gospel person for a believer. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-14/457/1-timothy-115-a-gospel-for-sinners Sun, 14 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 2 Samuel 2.17-27 "Grief Observed" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-31/2-samuel-2-17-27-grief-observed How are Christians to mourn? Is it wrong for Christians to grieve loss? Pastor Jared teaches how to mourn and comfort ourselves and others Biblically. How are Christians to mourn? Is it wrong for Christians to grieve loss? Pastor Jared teaches how to mourn and comfort ourselves and others Biblically. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-31/458/2-samuel-2-17-27-grief-observed Sun, 31 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 2 Samuel 1: Kingdom Living https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-24/2-samuel-1-kingdom-living Christian life is full of sin and misery, but also no more condemnation because of Christ's righteousness. As members of Christ we are to hate sin more and more and not profane the message of the Gospel by not believing it. Christian life is full of sin and misery, but also no more condemnation because of Christ's righteousness. As members of Christ we are to hate sin more and more and not profane the message of the Gospel by not believing it. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-24/454/2-samuel-1-kingdom-living Sun, 24 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 1 Samuel 31: "Where is Yahweh?" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-17/1-samuel-31-where-is-yahweh What are we to do when we feel like God has forsaken God? If I feel like God is far, does that mean I am a reprobate? Is double predestination true? What are we to do when we feel like God has forsaken God? If I feel like God is far, does that mean I am a reprobate? Is double predestination true? https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-17/453/1-samuel-31-where-is-yahweh Sun, 17 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400 1 Samuel 30: "O Felix Culpa" https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-10/1-samuel-30-o-felix-culpa Today's passage shows how much God loves and cares for David even during his backsliding. It is not enough for the Lord to protect and save David and his loved ones from danger, he also rewards him with success and riches. And this all while David was in sin. Today's passage shows how much God loves and cares for David even during his backsliding. It is not enough for the Lord to protect and save David and his loved ones from danger, he also rewards him with success and riches. And this all while David was in sin. https://www.missoulaurc.com/sermons/sermon/2021-10-10/451/1-samuel-30-o-felix-culpa Sun, 10 Oct 2021 11:30:00 -0400