https://www.rgcvt.org no en-us ℗ & © 2021 Redeeming Grace Church: Georgia, VT Sermons from Redeeming Grace Church: Georgia, VT Redeeming Grace Church: Georgia, VT Sermons preached at Redeeming Grace Church, Georgia VT. See the sermons and seminars podcast page on our website for outlines and additional downloads.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons">https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons</a> Sermons preached at Redeeming Grace Church, Georgia VT. See the sermons and seminars podcast page on our website for outlines and additional downloads.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons">https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons</a> Website Administrator website@rgcvt.org Peace Through the Cross https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/peace-through-the-cross The cross is the power for peace, peace with God (despite our hostility and alienation) and peace with one another (despite our hostility and alienation). If we want peace, we must be a people of the cross. The cross is the power for peace, peace with God (despite our hostility and alienation) and peace with one another (despite our hostility and alienation). If we want peace, we must be a people of the cross. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/793/peace-through-the-cross Sun, 2 May 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Saved for Good Works https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-25/saved-for-good-works If we're to live lives pleasing to God, we must know that salvation is a gif totally apart from works but we must also know that salvation calls us unto a life devoted to works. If we're to live lives pleasing to God, we must know that salvation is a gif totally apart from works but we must also know that salvation calls us unto a life devoted to works. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-25/792/saved-for-good-works Sun, 25 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Now That's Amazing Grace https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-18/now-thats-amazing-grace We were dead, in bondage to sin, headed for destruction, hopeless. But God - by sheer grace - made us alive, raised us from the grave...saved us. We were dead, in bondage to sin, headed for destruction, hopeless. But God - by sheer grace - made us alive, raised us from the grave...saved us. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-18/791/now-thats-amazing-grace Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Experientially Knowing the Power of God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-11/experientially-knowing-the-power-of-god God desires that we would know Him and specifically that we would know His power - really comprehending that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is now at work in us! God desires that we would know Him and specifically that we would know His power - really comprehending that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is now at work in us! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-11/790/experientially-knowing-the-power-of-god Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Famous Last Words - "He Is Not Here, But Has Risen" https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-04/famous-last-words-he-is-not-here-but-has-risen That Jesus Christ rose from the grave is no mere factoid in a world drowning in information overload; it is the ultimate truth that matters eternally to each and every soul. That Jesus Christ rose from the grave is no mere factoid in a world drowning in information overload; it is the ultimate truth that matters eternally to each and every soul. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-04/788/famous-last-words-he-is-not-here-but-has-risen Sun, 4 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Famous Last Words - "This Man Was Innocent" https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-02/famous-last-words-this-man-was-innocent Good Friday Service, April 2, 2021 Good Friday Service, April 2, 2021 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-04-02/789/famous-last-words-this-man-was-innocent Fri, 2 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Famous Last Words - "A Servant Is Not Greater" https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-28/famous-last-words-a-servant-is-not-greater Jesus came not to be served, but to serve - ultimately giving his life to save us from our sin - and He called His church to follow His example. Jesus came not to be served, but to serve - ultimately giving his life to save us from our sin - and He called His church to follow His example. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-28/787/famous-last-words-a-servant-is-not-greater Sun, 28 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Praise God! We Are Heirs, Sure and Certain https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-21/praise-god-we-are-heirs-sure-and-certain God, according to His good pleasure, has given us in Christ a mind-blowingly glorious inheritance and sealed us His Spirit until we enter its fullness. God, according to His good pleasure, has given us in Christ a mind-blowingly glorious inheritance and sealed us His Spirit until we enter its fullness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-21/786/praise-god-we-are-heirs-sure-and-certain Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Praise God for Redeeming Us! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-14/praise-god-for-redeeming-us By God the Father's rich grace we have redemption through the blood of Christ, and our redemption is a glorious part of an even more glorious purpose to bring all things under the lordship of His Son. By God the Father's rich grace we have redemption through the blood of Christ, and our redemption is a glorious part of an even more glorious purpose to bring all things under the lordship of His Son. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-14/785/praise-god-for-redeeming-us Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Praise God for Choosing Us! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-07/praise-god-for-choosing-us The doctrine of election urges us to praise God because it reveals His loving design to save sinners who don't deserve it. The doctrine of election urges us to praise God because it reveals His loving design to save sinners who don't deserve it. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-03-07/784/praise-god-for-choosing-us Sun, 7 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Ephesians: Who We Are in Christ & How We Live As His Church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-28/ephesians:-who-we-are-in-christ-how-we-live-as-his-church As a result of God's eternal purpose, all who call on Christ in faith are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, the church. As such, we must walk in a manner worthy of our calling, preserving the unity of the church by living new lives in love, in light, and in wisdom. As a result of God's eternal purpose, all who call on Christ in faith are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, the church. As such, we must walk in a manner worthy of our calling, preserving the unity of the church by living new lives in love, in light, and in wisdom. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-28/783/ephesians:-who-we-are-in-christ-how-we-live-as-his-church Sun, 28 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Greatest (True!) Story of All https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-21/the-greatest-true-story-of-all The theme of the Torah is the theme of the Bible. God is orchestrating all things to save ruined sinners The theme of the Torah is the theme of the Bible. God is orchestrating all things to save ruined sinners https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-21/782/the-greatest-true-story-of-all Sun, 21 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 A Mediator Who Can Bring Us Home https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-14/a-mediator-who-can-bring-us-home The people of God come into the fullness of God's blessing through the mediation of One greater than Moses, who was faithful as a Son over all God's house. The people of God come into the fullness of God's blessing through the mediation of One greater than Moses, who was faithful as a Son over all God's house. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-14/781/a-mediator-who-can-bring-us-home Sun, 14 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Do Not Fear But Hope In The Cross https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-07/do-not-fear-but-hope-in-the-cross Our sin, which deserves God's judgement, is no barrier to eternal life because God is mighty to save through the cross of Christ. Therefore, let's place all our hope in His cross. Our sin, which deserves God's judgement, is no barrier to eternal life because God is mighty to save through the cross of Christ. Therefore, let's place all our hope in His cross. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-07/780/do-not-fear-but-hope-in-the-cross Sun, 7 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Obedience Required, Obedience Given https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-31/obedience-required-obedience-given The obedience that God demands and eternally rewards is given through faith in the Savior, Jesus Christ. To choose life is to choose Jesus Christ and walk by faith in Him. The obedience that God demands and eternally rewards is given through faith in the Savior, Jesus Christ. To choose life is to choose Jesus Christ and walk by faith in Him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-31/779/obedience-required-obedience-given Sun, 31 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Blessing, the Curse, and the Lord Jesus Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-24/the-blessing-the-curse-and-the-lord-jesus-christ The Scriptures are clear - those who don't abide by all that is commanded in God's law will receive His just condemnation. Yet the Scriptures are also clear - Jesus took upon himself the curse of the law in order that we might receive the blessing of eternal life. The Scriptures are clear - those who don't abide by all that is commanded in God's law will receive His just condemnation. Yet the Scriptures are also clear - Jesus took upon himself the curse of the law in order that we might receive the blessing of eternal life. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-24/778/the-blessing-the-curse-and-the-lord-jesus-christ Sun, 24 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Heart of the Giver https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-17/the-heart-of-the-giver God is the ultimate giver and we do well to remember, rejoice in, and reflect His generosity. God is the ultimate giver and we do well to remember, rejoice in, and reflect His generosity. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-17/777/the-heart-of-the-giver Sun, 17 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Welfare of the Household of God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-10/the-welfare-of-the-household-of-god God, who is committed to promoting the welfare of His covenant people, also obligates them to do the same, by working for the good of their neighbor and by protecting the community from threats that would defile it. God, who is committed to promoting the welfare of His covenant people, also obligates them to do the same, by working for the good of their neighbor and by protecting the community from threats that would defile it. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-10/776/the-welfare-of-the-household-of-god Sun, 10 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Seek to Pray as if Our Life Depended On It https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-03/resolved:-to-seek-to-pray-as-if-our-life-depended-on-it If we are to be strengthened in our practice of prayer, we must embrace the reality that we are in a pitched battle for eternal souls, including our own. If we are to be strengthened in our practice of prayer, we must embrace the reality that we are in a pitched battle for eternal souls, including our own. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-03/775/resolved:-to-seek-to-pray-as-if-our-life-depended-on-it Sun, 3 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Abide in God's Word As If Our Life Depended On It https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-27/resolved:-to-abide-in-gods-word-as-if-our-life-depended-on-it Because the Word of God both gives and sustains our spiritual life, let us give ourselves to it with vigor in 2021. Because the Word of God both gives and sustains our spiritual life, let us give ourselves to it with vigor in 2021. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-27/774/resolved:-to-abide-in-gods-word-as-if-our-life-depended-on-it Sun, 27 Dec 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Receive His Glory https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-24/receive-his-glory Homily from the 2020 Christmas Eve service. Homily from the 2020 Christmas Eve service. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-24/773/receive-his-glory Thu, 24 Dec 2020 11:30:00 -0500 The Glory of Christmas - Christ Our Comfort https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-20/the-glory-of-christmas-christ-our-comfort The glory of Christmas is that God has come in Christ to deal with our sin, end our warfare, and gather us into His arms eternally – this is our comfort. The glory of Christmas is that God has come in Christ to deal with our sin, end our warfare, and gather us into His arms eternally – this is our comfort. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-20/772/the-glory-of-christmas-christ-our-comfort Sun, 20 Dec 2020 11:30:00 -0500 God's People Are a Righteous People https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-13/gods-people-are-a-righteous-people God's people must practice righteousness within the covenant community of faith and righteousness as they gain victory over God's enemies. God's people must practice righteousness within the covenant community of faith and righteousness as they gain victory over God's enemies. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-13/771/gods-people-are-a-righteous-people Sun, 13 Dec 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Righteous Authority for a Righteous People https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-06/righteous-authority-for-a-righteous-people If the Lord's people are to continue in righteousness, they need the righteous leadership that He promises to raise up to speak and act on His behalf. If the Lord's people are to continue in righteousness, they need the righteous leadership that He promises to raise up to speak and act on His behalf. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-12-06/770/righteous-authority-for-a-righteous-people Sun, 6 Dec 2020 11:30:00 -0500 The Second Greatest Commandment https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-29/the-second-greatest-commandment The entire law is summed up by two commands: love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself. Given the importance of the second command, let's be sure we understand what it means to "love your neighbor." The entire law is summed up by two commands: love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself. Given the importance of the second command, let's be sure we understand what it means to "love your neighbor." https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-29/769/the-second-greatest-commandment Sun, 29 Nov 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Eyeing Eternity In Our Time of Trouble https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-22/eyeing-eternity-in-our-time-of-trouble https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-22/768/eyeing-eternity-in-our-time-of-trouble Sun, 22 Nov 2020 11:30:00 -0500 The Christian Life as Worship 24-7-365 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-15/the-christian-life-as-worship-24-7-365 As the church of the Lord Jesus, God calls us to live lives of worship under the authority of His Word - distinct from the world, consecrated to Him, generous and joyful - every day, until the end of our days. As the church of the Lord Jesus, God calls us to live lives of worship under the authority of His Word - distinct from the world, consecrated to Him, generous and joyful - every day, until the end of our days. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-15/767/the-christian-life-as-worship-24-7-365 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Let Us Love Our God! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-08/let-us-love-our-god God's demand for single-minded love and devotion is satisfied only by Christ who gives us his standing by faith and gives us new hearts to love God like him. God's demand for single-minded love and devotion is satisfied only by Christ who gives us his standing by faith and gives us new hearts to love God like him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-08/766/let-us-love-our-god Sun, 8 Nov 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Decisions, Decisions https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-01/decisions-decisions Israel stands at the crossroads. They must decide, as ultimately we all must decide Israel stands at the crossroads. They must decide, as ultimately we all must decide https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-11-01/765/decisions-decisions Sun, 1 Nov 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Choose Life https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-25/choose-life God graciously offers eternal blessing to all who choose life - that is, fulfill His covenant by loving Him, obeying Him, and holding fast to Him. Such fulfillment is ultimately only satisfied by Jesus Christ and the obedience of faith in Him. God graciously offers eternal blessing to all who choose life - that is, fulfill His covenant by loving Him, obeying Him, and holding fast to Him. Such fulfillment is ultimately only satisfied by Jesus Christ and the obedience of faith in Him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-25/764/choose-life Sun, 25 Oct 2020 11:30:00 -0400 'Til We See His Face https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-18/til-we-see-his-face Faith perseveringly believes the promises of God and fights the fight of faith, determined to inherit the rest God gives to all who belong to Jesus Christ. Faith perseveringly believes the promises of God and fights the fight of faith, determined to inherit the rest God gives to all who belong to Jesus Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-18/763/til-we-see-his-face Sun, 18 Oct 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Our Worship and Words https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-11/our-worship-and-words As God's people, our response to His love in Christ is faithfulness in our worship of Him and faithfully keeping our vows to Him. As God's people, our response to His love in Christ is faithfulness in our worship of Him and faithfully keeping our vows to Him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-11/762/our-worship-and-words Sun, 11 Oct 2020 11:30:00 -0400 A Faithful Generation https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-04/a-faithful-generation Those who will enter into the Promised Land deeply desire it, earnestly seek it, and faithfully follow their Shepherd in order to claim it. Those who will enter into the Promised Land deeply desire it, earnestly seek it, and faithfully follow their Shepherd in order to claim it. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-10-04/761/a-faithful-generation Sun, 4 Oct 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Determined to Bless https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-27/determined-to-bless The church of the Lord Jesus is eternally blessed and nothing - no enemy without or enemy within - will change that. Be encouraged. Be strengthened. Be confident. The church of the Lord Jesus is eternally blessed and nothing - no enemy without or enemy within - will change that. Be encouraged. Be strengthened. Be confident. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-27/760/determined-to-bless Sun, 27 Sep 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Numbers Reboot https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-20/numbers-reboot The law of God, revealed in the first five books of the Bible, is ultimately a picture of God's salvation fulfilled through Jesus Christ who is the only way to enter heavenly rest. Are you trusting in Him? The law of God, revealed in the first five books of the Bible, is ultimately a picture of God's salvation fulfilled through Jesus Christ who is the only way to enter heavenly rest. Are you trusting in Him? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-20/759/numbers-reboot Sun, 20 Sep 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Keys to Unity as a Church - A Mission Mindset https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-13/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-a-mission-mindset If we would be unified as a church, we must be unified around and passionate for the mission of making disciples. If we would be unified as a church, we must be unified around and passionate for the mission of making disciples. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-13/758/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-a-mission-mindset Sun, 13 Sep 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Keys to Unity as a Church - Godly Communication https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-06/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-godly-communication In these days of communicational chaos, it is essential that God's people go back to the basic principles and practices of godly communication, the goal of which is live. In these days of communicational chaos, it is essential that God's people go back to the basic principles and practices of godly communication, the goal of which is live. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-09-06/757/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-godly-communication Sun, 6 Sep 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Keys to Unity as a Church - Pursue Peace and Edification https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-30/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-pursue-peace-and-edification https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-30/756/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-pursue-peace-and-edification Sun, 30 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Keys to Unity as a Church - Stop Judging One Another https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-23/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-stop-judging-one-another If we would be a unified local church, we must not judge one another for differing thoughts or practices in matters of conscience but accept one another as Christ has accepted us. If we would be a unified local church, we must not judge one another for differing thoughts or practices in matters of conscience but accept one another as Christ has accepted us. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-23/755/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-stop-judging-one-another Sun, 23 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Keys to Unity as a Church - Church Membership https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-16/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-church-membership Church membership is foundational to unity because it makes clear that the Christian life is not a solo sojourn to heaven but a community-wide sojourn characterized by a mutual commitment to one another's spiritual well-being. Church membership is foundational to unity because it makes clear that the Christian life is not a solo sojourn to heaven but a community-wide sojourn characterized by a mutual commitment to one another's spiritual well-being. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-16/754/keys-to-unity-as-a-church-church-membership Sun, 16 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Portraits of the Compelling Community of the Church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-09/portraits-of-the-compelling-community-of-the-church The local church is a supernatural, unified and joyful community bound together through faith in Jesus Christ and devoted to doctrine, prayer, one another and gospel ministry. The local church is a supernatural, unified and joyful community bound together through faith in Jesus Christ and devoted to doctrine, prayer, one another and gospel ministry. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-09/753/portraits-of-the-compelling-community-of-the-church Sun, 9 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Living Together in Repentance & Forgiveness, Part II https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-02/living-together-in-repentance-forgiveness-part-ii Unity within Christ's Church requires that our inevitable sins against one another be justly covered Unity within Christ's Church requires that our inevitable sins against one another be justly covered https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-08-02/752/living-together-in-repentance-forgiveness-part-ii Sun, 2 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Living Together in Repentance & Forgiveness https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-26/living-together-in-repentance-forgiveness Unity within Christ's Church requires that we be right in standing relationally with one another; therefore, our inevitable sins against one another have to be justly dealt with through the regular, fervent practice of repentance and forgiveness. Unity within Christ's Church requires that we be right in standing relationally with one another; therefore, our inevitable sins against one another have to be justly dealt with through the regular, fervent practice of repentance and forgiveness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-26/751/living-together-in-repentance-forgiveness Sun, 26 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Living in Light of God's Design to Save a Diverse People For Himself https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-19/living-in-light-of-gods-design-to-save-a-diverse-people-for-himself God's design has always been to save an ethically diverse people for himself through His Son Jesus Christ and we as his church must live in light of that design. God's design has always been to save an ethically diverse people for himself through His Son Jesus Christ and we as his church must live in light of that design. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-19/750/living-in-light-of-gods-design-to-save-a-diverse-people-for-himself Sun, 19 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Joys & Triumphs of the Exalted Messiah https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-12/the-joys-triumphs-of-the-exalted-messiah Jesus, having been exalted by the Father, is filled with joy for all the blessings he has received, and now he is intent on reigning until all his enemies are put under his feet. Jesus, having been exalted by the Father, is filled with joy for all the blessings he has received, and now he is intent on reigning until all his enemies are put under his feet. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-12/749/the-joys-triumphs-of-the-exalted-messiah Sun, 12 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Why Legalism Doesn't Work https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-05/why-legalism-doesnt-work https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-07-05/748/why-legalism-doesnt-work Sun, 5 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 How Do You Think About Giving? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-28/how-do-you-think-about-giving Cheerful, generous, and sacrificial giving for the cause of the gospel is for our eternal good. Cheerful, generous, and sacrificial giving for the cause of the gospel is for our eternal good. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-28/747/how-do-you-think-about-giving Sun, 28 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Final Reminders About Standing Firm https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-21/final-reminders-about-standing-firm Through faith in Jesus Christ we are called to stand firm by pursuing harmony with our brothers and sisters, by rejoicing and trusting in God's care, and by right thinking and living, which all leads to experiencing the peace of God, even in hard circumstances. Through faith in Jesus Christ we are called to stand firm by pursuing harmony with our brothers and sisters, by rejoicing and trusting in God's care, and by right thinking and living, which all leads to experiencing the peace of God, even in hard circumstances. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-21/746/final-reminders-about-standing-firm Sun, 21 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Press On - A Call to Christian Maturity https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-14/press-on-a-call-to-christian-maturity God calls his children to press on toward greater Christian miaturity, aiming our hearts and lives toward heaven. God calls his children to press on toward greater Christian miaturity, aiming our hearts and lives toward heaven. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-14/745/press-on-a-call-to-christian-maturity Sun, 14 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 A Lesson On Rejoicing https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-07/a-lesson-on-rejoicing Christians are commanded to rejoice in Christ Christians are commanded to rejoice in Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-06-07/744/a-lesson-on-rejoicing Sun, 7 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Soul's Medicine in Times of Trouble https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-05-31/the-souls-medicine-in-times-of-trouble The God who rules over nations and nature is with us and for us, so come what may we have nothing to fear. The God who rules over nations and nature is with us and for us, so come what may we have nothing to fear. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-05-31/743/the-souls-medicine-in-times-of-trouble Sun, 31 May 2020 11:30:00 -0400 New Beginnings https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-03-15/new-beginnings Sin's taste is bitter because it leads to death, but all who believe the gospel enjoy the sweet taste of eternal life that is theirs through Christ Jesus. Sin's taste is bitter because it leads to death, but all who believe the gospel enjoy the sweet taste of eternal life that is theirs through Christ Jesus. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-03-15/742/new-beginnings Sun, 15 Mar 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Authority Issues https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-03-08/authority-issues Eternal life is found only through willing submission to the divine authority of Jesus Christ, our great high priest. Eternal life is found only through willing submission to the divine authority of Jesus Christ, our great high priest. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-03-08/741/authority-issues Sun, 8 Mar 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Enduring for Eternity https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-03-01/enduring-for-eternity We must run the race with endurance, with persevering faith if we're to make it safely into His kingdom. We must run the race with endurance, with persevering faith if we're to make it safely into His kingdom. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-03-01/740/enduring-for-eternity Sun, 1 Mar 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Take Heed Lest You Fall https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-23/take-heed-lest-you-fall The first generation of Israelites teachesus that only obedient, persevering faith is true faith that saves. Therefore,let us evermore and always cling to the cross and follow hard after our Savior. The first generation of Israelites teachesus that only obedient, persevering faith is true faith that saves. Therefore,let us evermore and always cling to the cross and follow hard after our Savior. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-23/739/take-heed-lest-you-fall Sun, 23 Feb 2020 11:30:00 -0500 The Gravity of Grumbling https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-16/the-gravity-of-grumbling Saving faith does not rebel against God's provision or providential dealings with us; instead, it gratefully rests in Him while traveling the challenging path between the cross and the crown. Saving faith does not rebel against God's provision or providential dealings with us; instead, it gratefully rests in Him while traveling the challenging path between the cross and the crown. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-16/738/the-gravity-of-grumbling Sun, 16 Feb 2020 11:30:00 -0500 How Can I Be Clean? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-09/how-can-i-be-clean Only the clean can enter into God's rest. And the only way to be clean is to be washed by the blood of Jesus Christ poured out on the cross and received by faith alone. Only the clean can enter into God's rest. And the only way to be clean is to be washed by the blood of Jesus Christ poured out on the cross and received by faith alone. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-09/737/how-can-i-be-clean Sun, 9 Feb 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Preparations for Rest https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-02/preparations-for-rest Israel’s preparation for rest symbolically reveals Christ as our conqueror, our righteousness, and our redeemer Israel’s preparation for rest symbolically reveals Christ as our conqueror, our righteousness, and our redeemer https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-02-02/736/preparations-for-rest Sun, 2 Feb 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Will You Enter His Rest? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-26/will-you-enter-his-rest Eternal death and destruction await all who reject God's promise of rest through faithless disobedience, but God is faithful to bring into His rest all who desire a better country through true faith in Jesus Christ. Eternal death and destruction await all who reject God's promise of rest through faithless disobedience, but God is faithful to bring into His rest all who desire a better country through true faith in Jesus Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-26/735/will-you-enter-his-rest Sun, 26 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Be On Mission in 2020 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-19/resolved:-to-be-on-mission-in-2020 If the saints at RGC are to grow in living "on mission" in 2020, let us understand how Jesus intends the Church to fulfill His command to make disciples of all nations. Then let's get to work! If the saints at RGC are to grow in living "on mission" in 2020, let us understand how Jesus intends the Church to fulfill His command to make disciples of all nations. Then let's get to work! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-19/734/resolved:-to-be-on-mission-in-2020 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Brad Parker Associate Pastor Candidate Q&A https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-18/brad-parker-associate-pastor-candidate-qa https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-18/733/brad-parker-associate-pastor-candidate-qa Sat, 18 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Learn Contentment in 2020 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-12/resolved:-to-learn-contentment-in-2020 In 2020, let's resolve to learn contentment so that we might be more cheerful, thankful, steady, trusting and God-glorifying Christians. In 2020, let's resolve to learn contentment so that we might be more cheerful, thankful, steady, trusting and God-glorifying Christians. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-12/732/resolved:-to-learn-contentment-in-2020 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Grow in Prayer in 2020 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-05/resolved:-to-grow-in-prayer-in-2020 As we look forward to the new year, may we commit ourselves to regular and genuine prayer inspired by the Gospel. As we look forward to the new year, may we commit ourselves to regular and genuine prayer inspired by the Gospel. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2020-01-05/731/resolved:-to-grow-in-prayer-in-2020 Sun, 5 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Treasure God's Word in 2020 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-29/resolved:-to-treasure-gods-word-in-2020 God's Word is more precious than gold and sweeter than honey. May we mine its treasure and delight in its sweetness by making it a real and identifiable priority in our lives in 2020. God's Word is more precious than gold and sweeter than honey. May we mine its treasure and delight in its sweetness by making it a real and identifiable priority in our lives in 2020. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-29/730/resolved:-to-treasure-gods-word-in-2020 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Simple Love https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-24/simple-love https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-24/729/simple-love Tue, 24 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Simple Joy https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-22/simple-joy If we focus ourselves on all that God has done for us through Christ and the inheritance that is ours in Christ, then we will have deep joy, lasting joy, joy that can't be taken away by the thorns of life. If we focus ourselves on all that God has done for us through Christ and the inheritance that is ours in Christ, then we will have deep joy, lasting joy, joy that can't be taken away by the thorns of life. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-22/728/simple-joy Sun, 22 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Simple Peace https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-15/simple-peace At Christmas in particular, we long for peace - peace in our hearts and peace with others - and peace is exactly what God has given us in Jesus Christ. At Christmas in particular, we long for peace - peace in our hearts and peace with others - and peace is exactly what God has given us in Jesus Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-15/727/simple-peace Sun, 15 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Holiness Protected https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-08/holiness-protected In his marvelous grace, God has not only called us to holiness and given us holiness through Christ, he has also given us everything needed to protect our holiness. In his marvelous grace, God has not only called us to holiness and given us holiness through Christ, he has also given us everything needed to protect our holiness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-08/726/holiness-protected Sun, 8 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Holiness Isn't Optional https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-01/holiness-isnt-optional Holiness, without which no one will see the Lord, is both a one-time gift received by faith in Christ and also a life-long pursuit lived out by faith in Christ. Holiness, without which no one will see the Lord, is both a one-time gift received by faith in Christ and also a life-long pursuit lived out by faith in Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-12-01/725/holiness-isnt-optional Sun, 1 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 That the Guilty May Go Free! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-24/that-the-guilty-may-go-free In the Day of Atonement we have a high-definition picture of Christ's work on the cross which cleanses us from sin so thta we can draw near to God with a clean conscience and full assurance of faith. In the Day of Atonement we have a high-definition picture of Christ's work on the cross which cleanses us from sin so thta we can draw near to God with a clean conscience and full assurance of faith. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-24/724/that-the-guilty-may-go-free Sun, 24 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Strange Rules https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-17/strange-rules Given that nothing unclean or impure can be near the presence of God, we're in need of the cleansing and purity that only comes through Jesus Christ by faith. Given that nothing unclean or impure can be near the presence of God, we're in need of the cleansing and purity that only comes through Jesus Christ by faith. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-17/723/strange-rules Sun, 17 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Our Great High Priest https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-10/our-great-high-priest Jesus Christ is our great high priest through whom we may enter into the presence of God in worship with no fear of judgment or condemnation. Jesus Christ is our great high priest through whom we may enter into the presence of God in worship with no fear of judgment or condemnation. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-10/722/our-great-high-priest Sun, 10 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Living Sacrifices https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-03/living-sacrifices The Levitical sacrifices teach us of Christ's ultimate sacrifice for our sin and our appropriate response which is to offer up our lives as a sacrifice to God. The Levitical sacrifices teach us of Christ's ultimate sacrifice for our sin and our appropriate response which is to offer up our lives as a sacrifice to God. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-11-03/721/living-sacrifices Sun, 3 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Holiness to the Lord https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-27/holiness-to-the-lord The Lord is a holy and gracious God who makes provision to forgive us of all our sin and calls us to holiness in all of life in order that he might dwell among us and be our God. The Lord is a holy and gracious God who makes provision to forgive us of all our sin and calls us to holiness in all of life in order that he might dwell among us and be our God. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-27/720/holiness-to-the-lord Sun, 27 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Embracing Our "In Christ" Identity https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-20/embracing-our-in-christ-identity If you're a believer, your fundamental identity is that you are "In Christ". Embracing that reality is essential for your enduring spiritual comfort and your pursuit of holiness. If you're a believer, your fundamental identity is that you are "In Christ". Embracing that reality is essential for your enduring spiritual comfort and your pursuit of holiness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-20/719/embracing-our-in-christ-identity Sun, 20 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 A Confident Standing https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-13/a-confident-standing Through Adam all are sinners destined for hell, but through the gospel, those in Christ are justified and given eternal life. Through Adam all are sinners destined for hell, but through the gospel, those in Christ are justified and given eternal life. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-13/718/a-confident-standing Sun, 13 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Striving to Enter His Rest https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-06/striving-to-enter-his-rest If we are to enter into God's heavenly rest, we must actively heed His warning not to drift away from faith in His Son, Jesus Christ. If we are to enter into God's heavenly rest, we must actively heed His warning not to drift away from faith in His Son, Jesus Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-10-06/717/striving-to-enter-his-rest Sun, 6 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Saved to Be With God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-29/saved-to-be-with-god When God saves us through his Son, his ultimate end is to bring us to himself to dwell with him forever in his holy temple of the new heavens and the new earth. When God saves us through his Son, his ultimate end is to bring us to himself to dwell with him forever in his holy temple of the new heavens and the new earth. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-29/716/saved-to-be-with-god Sun, 29 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Saved to Be Gloriously Different https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-22/saved-to-be-gloriously-different When we become Christians, we are not only saved from sin and death, we are saved to serve the Lord - to worship, trust, and obey Him in all aspects of our lives. When we become Christians, we are not only saved from sin and death, we are saved to serve the Lord - to worship, trust, and obey Him in all aspects of our lives. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-22/715/saved-to-be-gloriously-different Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Saved by God's Hand https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-15/saved-by-gods-hand We are hopelessly enslaved to sin and unable to free ourselves from its clutches. Yet God in His grace has acted by His strong hand and for His glory to deliver us through Jesus Christ. We are hopelessly enslaved to sin and unable to free ourselves from its clutches. Yet God in His grace has acted by His strong hand and for His glory to deliver us through Jesus Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-15/714/saved-by-gods-hand Sun, 15 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Kingdom Promises to Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-08/kingdom-promises-to-christ In Genesis, God promises to establish his kingdom through His Son by exalting Him and giving Him a great name and a great nation. In Genesis, God promises to establish his kingdom through His Son by exalting Him and giving Him a great name and a great nation. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-08/713/kingdom-promises-to-christ Sun, 8 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Payment for Our Works https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-01/payment-for-our-works https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-09-01/712/payment-for-our-works Sun, 1 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Evangelism and Long-Term Relationships https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-28/evangelism-and-long-term-relationships https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-28/711/evangelism-and-long-term-relationships Wed, 28 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 A Hymn of Hope in Our "Exceeding Joy" https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-25/a-hymn-of-hope-in-our-exceeding-joy In the midst of trials, we, like God's annointed King, out to cry out to God in earnest prayer and set our hope on when we His children will dwell with God Himself. In the midst of trials, we, like God's annointed King, out to cry out to God in earnest prayer and set our hope on when we His children will dwell with God Himself. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-25/710/a-hymn-of-hope-in-our-exceeding-joy Sun, 25 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Evangelism as a Church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-21/evangelism-as-a-church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-21/709/evangelism-as-a-church Wed, 21 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Praise the Lord! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-18/praise-the-lord https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-18/708/praise-the-lord Sun, 18 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 We're All Fools https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-11/were-all-fools We’re all fools because we’ve either said in our heart or lived out the false belief that “there is no God.” Whereas this is celebrated by the world, it’s foolishness because the judgment of God is coming. Jesus is our only hope. We’re all fools because we’ve either said in our heart or lived out the false belief that “there is no God.” Whereas this is celebrated by the world, it’s foolishness because the judgment of God is coming. Jesus is our only hope. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-11/707/were-all-fools Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Evangelism & Failure https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-07/evangelism-failure https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-07/706/evangelism-failure Wed, 7 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Hope in the Desert https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-04/hope-in-the-desert God is eternal and we are finite and frail. Due to our rebellion, his holy judgement is upon us. But the grace of God and the saving work of Jesus Christ bring hope and meaning to our lives. God is eternal and we are finite and frail. Due to our rebellion, his holy judgement is upon us. But the grace of God and the saving work of Jesus Christ bring hope and meaning to our lives. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-08-04/705/hope-in-the-desert Sun, 4 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Workplace Evangelism https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-31/workplace-evangelism https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-31/704/workplace-evangelism Wed, 31 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Follow Me https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-28/follow-me Despite our consistent sin, God offers us consistent grace - grace to forgive us and grace to continually restore and encourage us to follow Jesus and lay down our lives daily that we might gain them for all eternity. Despite our consistent sin, God offers us consistent grace - grace to forgive us and grace to continually restore and encourage us to follow Jesus and lay down our lives daily that we might gain them for all eternity. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-28/703/follow-me Sun, 28 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Starting Evangelistic Conversations https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-24/starting-evangelistic-conversations https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-24/702/starting-evangelistic-conversations Wed, 24 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Don't Disbelieve, But Believe https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-21/dont-disbelieve-but-believe The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is absolutely essential to the Christian faith. It certifies that He is who He says He is and that eternal life comes only through believing in Him. The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is absolutely essential to the Christian faith. It certifies that He is who He says He is and that eternal life comes only through believing in Him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-21/701/dont-disbelieve-but-believe Sun, 21 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Evangelism as a Family https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-17/evangelism-as-a-family https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-17/700/evangelism-as-a-family Wed, 17 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Fulfilled and Finished https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-14/fulfilled-and-finished In his death, Jesus fulfills Old Testament expectations and finishes the work God gave him to do, proving that He is the Christ. Therefore, we should not only believe in Him but live boldly for the gospel. In his death, Jesus fulfills Old Testament expectations and finishes the work God gave him to do, proving that He is the Christ. Therefore, we should not only believe in Him but live boldly for the gospel. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-14/699/fulfilled-and-finished Sun, 14 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Killer D's of Evangelism https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-10/the-killer-ds-of-evangelism https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-10/698/the-killer-ds-of-evangelism Wed, 10 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Behold Your King! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-07/behold-your-king Jesus is no ordinary king. He is a heavenly and sinless king whose condemnation at the hands of guilty men is the means whereby the guilty in every age are declared innocent through faith in his name. Jesus is no ordinary king. He is a heavenly and sinless king whose condemnation at the hands of guilty men is the means whereby the guilty in every age are declared innocent through faith in his name. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-07-07/697/behold-your-king Sun, 7 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Sovereign Savior and Our Need of Him https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-30/the-sovereign-savior-and-our-need-of-him Jesus is no victim of circumstance but a willing, faithful, and sovereign Savior who gave His life to save ours. Jesus is no victim of circumstance but a willing, faithful, and sovereign Savior who gave His life to save ours. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-30/696/the-sovereign-savior-and-our-need-of-him Sun, 30 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Let the Redeemed of the Lord Say So https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-23/let-the-redeemed-of-the-lord-say-so The more that we meditate on God's redemption and live into our identity as people who have been redeemed, the more we will live lives that continually give praise to God. The more that we meditate on God's redemption and live into our identity as people who have been redeemed, the more we will live lives that continually give praise to God. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-23/695/let-the-redeemed-of-the-lord-say-so Sun, 23 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Jesus Prays for the Church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-16/jesus-prays-for-the-church Given that Jesus prays for the unity of all who come to faith through believing the gospel, let's make every effort to live in line with his prayer as we journey together to our heavenly home where we'll behold his glory. Given that Jesus prays for the unity of all who come to faith through believing the gospel, let's make every effort to live in line with his prayer as we journey together to our heavenly home where we'll behold his glory. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-16/694/jesus-prays-for-the-church Sun, 16 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Jesus Prays https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-09/jesus-prays Jesus asks the Father to glorify Him through the cross and to protect His disciples and sanctify them in truth as they've been sent on mission to the world. Jesus asks the Father to glorify Him through the cross and to protect His disciples and sanctify them in truth as they've been sent on mission to the world. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-09/693/jesus-prays Sun, 9 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Joy That Transcends Your Troubles https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-02/joy-that-transcends-your-troubles Jesus doesn't take away the troubles of the world, but he promises irrevocable joy and peace in the midst of any circumstance. Since these promises are grounded in his death and resurrection, let's seek our joy in who he is, what he's done, and the life he's secured for us in heaven. Jesus doesn't take away the troubles of the world, but he promises irrevocable joy and peace in the midst of any circumstance. Since these promises are grounded in his death and resurrection, let's seek our joy in who he is, what he's done, and the life he's secured for us in heaven. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-06-02/692/joy-that-transcends-your-troubles Sun, 2 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Walk This Way https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-26/walk-this-way All genuine Christians have been given the Holy Spirit, who causes us to walk not fleshly, but spiritually - evidenced by humble selfless love toward all, especially the brethren. All genuine Christians have been given the Holy Spirit, who causes us to walk not fleshly, but spiritually - evidenced by humble selfless love toward all, especially the brethren. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-26/691/walk-this-way Sun, 26 May 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Work of the Holy Spirit https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-19/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit Jesus promises to send the Spirit who will convict the world, teach His people His truth, and glorify His name. Jesus promises to send the Spirit who will convict the world, teach His people His truth, and glorify His name. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-19/690/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit Sun, 19 May 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Handling the World's Hatred https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-12/handling-the-worlds-hatred The world has always been against Jesus and his followers. In the midst of persecution Jesus calls us to persevere in our proclamation no matter how hard it gets, because our faithful witness results in sinners turning from their sin and trusting in Christ. The world has always been against Jesus and his followers. In the midst of persecution Jesus calls us to persevere in our proclamation no matter how hard it gets, because our faithful witness results in sinners turning from their sin and trusting in Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-12/689/handling-the-worlds-hatred Sun, 12 May 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Freed from Law, Freed to Love https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-05/freed-from-law-freed-to-love Christ has freed all His people from the slavery of Law-keeping for salvation, a freedom that empowers us to actually keep the Law: loving our neighbor as ourselves. Christ has freed all His people from the slavery of Law-keeping for salvation, a freedom that empowers us to actually keep the Law: loving our neighbor as ourselves. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-05-05/688/freed-from-law-freed-to-love Sun, 5 May 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Abiding in Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-28/abiding-in-christ True disciples of Jesus abide in Jesus, which means a permanent, obedient, Word & prayer centered, joy-filled, fruit-bearing union with Jesus Christ because He's loved us and given Himself for us. True disciples of Jesus abide in Jesus, which means a permanent, obedient, Word & prayer centered, joy-filled, fruit-bearing union with Jesus Christ because He's loved us and given Himself for us. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-28/687/abiding-in-christ Sun, 28 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Beloved, Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-21/beloved-let-not-your-heart-be-troubled The remedy for troubled hearts is faith in Jesus - trusting that He will never leave us or forsake us and that He has prepared a place for us in glory. This is our comfort. This is our peace. This is our contentment. The remedy for troubled hearts is faith in Jesus - trusting that He will never leave us or forsake us and that He has prepared a place for us in glory. This is our comfort. This is our peace. This is our contentment. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-21/686/beloved-let-not-your-heart-be-troubled Sun, 21 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Humble-Hearted Servants https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-14/humble-hearted-servants Jesus Christ came not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. As his disciples, we're called to be humble and servant-hearted in our love for each other and by this all will know that we are his disciples. Jesus Christ came not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. As his disciples, we're called to be humble and servant-hearted in our love for each other and by this all will know that we are his disciples. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-14/685/humble-hearted-servants Sun, 14 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Hour Has Come https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-07/the-hour-has-come Jesus' passion was to glorify his Father, specifically through his hour of suffering and death, which brings eternal life to the world (Jew and Gentile). We are called to see and believe that He is the Christ and live as he lived, desiring God's glory above all else. Jesus' passion was to glorify his Father, specifically through his hour of suffering and death, which brings eternal life to the world (Jew and Gentile). We are called to see and believe that He is the Christ and live as he lived, desiring God's glory above all else. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-04-07/684/the-hour-has-come Sun, 7 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Freed from Sin and Slaves to God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-31/freed-from-sin-and-slaves-to-god You were freed from slavery to sin, not by the law, but by Christ, so serve him in the new way of the Spirit! You were freed from slavery to sin, not by the law, but by Christ, so serve him in the new way of the Spirit! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-31/683/freed-from-sin-and-slaves-to-god Sun, 31 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0400 How Much Is Jesus Worth? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-24/how-much-is-jesus-worth Jesus is infinitely worthy and therefore worthy of our love and our lives. He calls us to count the cost and lose our lives now to gain eternal joy. To do anything less leads to eternal death. Jesus is infinitely worthy and therefore worthy of our love and our lives. He calls us to count the cost and lose our lives now to gain eternal joy. To do anything less leads to eternal death. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-24/682/how-much-is-jesus-worth Sun, 24 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Resurrection and Response https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-17/resurrection-and-response Jesus raising Lazarus from the grave powerfully proves that he is the resurrection and the life - the only one who can bring life out of death - and demands a response. How will you respond? Jesus raising Lazarus from the grave powerfully proves that he is the resurrection and the life - the only one who can bring life out of death - and demands a response. How will you respond? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-17/681/resurrection-and-response Sun, 17 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Ready for Resurrection? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-10/ready-for-resurrection Jesus is the resurrection and the life - the only one who can bring life out of death - and therefore deserves our complete confidence and trust in this life now and for the life to come. Jesus is the resurrection and the life - the only one who can bring life out of death - and therefore deserves our complete confidence and trust in this life now and for the life to come. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-10/680/ready-for-resurrection Sun, 10 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Be Sons, Not Slaves https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-03/be-sons-not-slaves If you choose to be justified by your works, you will remain a slave, and you will never be a free son or daughter of God. So, believe on Christ, and be free! If you choose to be justified by your works, you will remain a slave, and you will never be a free son or daughter of God. So, believe on Christ, and be free! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-03-03/679/be-sons-not-slaves Sun, 3 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Don't Be Foolish! Trust in Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-24/dont-be-foolish-trust-in-christ Only those with faith in Jesus Christ - apart from works of the Law - will live by the Spirit and prove to be the true children of Abraham. Are you trusting in Christ alone? Only those with faith in Jesus Christ - apart from works of the Law - will live by the Spirit and prove to be the true children of Abraham. Are you trusting in Christ alone? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-24/678/dont-be-foolish-trust-in-christ Sun, 24 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Safe in the Hands of the Shepherd https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-17/safe-in-the-hands-of-the-shepherd Jesus - the good shepherd - is the promised Christ and Son of God who's pledged to save and keep his flock safe till the end. Jesus - the good shepherd - is the promised Christ and Son of God who's pledged to save and keep his flock safe till the end. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-17/676/safe-in-the-hands-of-the-shepherd Sun, 17 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Effectual Calling from the Lips of Jesus https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-10/effectual-calling-from-the-lips-of-jesus https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-10/675/effectual-calling-from-the-lips-of-jesus Sun, 10 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 How to Engage Catholics with Love, Respect and Knowledge of the Gospel https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-09/how-to-engage-catholics-with-love-respect-and-knowledge-of-the-gospel https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-09/677/how-to-engage-catholics-with-love-respect-and-knowledge-of-the-gospel Sat, 9 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Good Shepherd https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-03/the-good-shepherd To every Christian, Jesus says, "I intimately know you, died and rose for you, called you by name, and will lead you to heaven." What a Savior! To every Christian, Jesus says, "I intimately know you, died and rose for you, called you by name, and will lead you to heaven." What a Savior! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-02-03/674/the-good-shepherd Sun, 3 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved to Grow in Prayer in 2019 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-01-27/resolved-to-grow-in-prayer-in-2019 In prayer, we are privileged to converse with and encounter the King of the universe and through it our hearts and affections are reoriented towards Him. In prayer, we are privileged to converse with and encounter the King of the universe and through it our hearts and affections are reoriented towards Him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-01-27/673/resolved-to-grow-in-prayer-in-2019 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved to Pursue Gospel Generosity in 2019 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-01-13/resolved-to-pursue-gospel-generosity-in-2019 As a result of God's grace and Christ's sacrificial payment of our sins on the cross, which secured the generous gift of our salvation, we are called to excel in generosity! As a result of God's grace and Christ's sacrificial payment of our sins on the cross, which secured the generous gift of our salvation, we are called to excel in generosity! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-01-13/672/resolved-to-pursue-gospel-generosity-in-2019 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved to be Scripture Saturated in 2019 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-01-06/resolved-to-be-scripture-saturated-in-2019 God's Word is a priceless treasure he uses to grant us new life and sustain us to the end; let's resolve to saturate ourselves in God's Word this year. God's Word is a priceless treasure he uses to grant us new life and sustain us to the end; let's resolve to saturate ourselves in God's Word this year. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2019-01-06/671/resolved-to-be-scripture-saturated-in-2019 Sun, 6 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Grace Gospel Is From God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-30/the-grace-gospel-is-from-god The grace gospel Paul preached came directly to Paul - not from men (even apostles) but from Jesus Christ. Therefore, you must receive it and believe it. The grace gospel Paul preached came directly to Paul - not from men (even apostles) but from Jesus Christ. Therefore, you must receive it and believe it. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-30/670/the-grace-gospel-is-from-god Sun, 30 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus: Son of David, Son of Abraham https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-23/jesus:-son-of-david-son-of-abraham Jesus Christ is the son of David, the son of Abraham, and his birth reveals our God to be a promise keeping God who accomplishes all that he intends. Jesus Christ is the son of David, the son of Abraham, and his birth reveals our God to be a promise keeping God who accomplishes all that he intends. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-23/669/jesus:-son-of-david-son-of-abraham Sun, 23 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 I Was Blind, But Now I See https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-16/i-was-blind-but-now-i-see Jesus is the light of the world who has come to open the eyes of the spiritually blind. Jesus is the light of the world who has come to open the eyes of the spiritually blind. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-16/510/i-was-blind-but-now-i-see Sun, 16 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 The Truth Will Set You Free https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-09/the-truth-will-set-you-free The fact is, we're enslaved to sin...everybody. But Jesus - who is God in the flesh - came to free his people from this slavery. The fact is, we're enslaved to sin...everybody. But Jesus - who is God in the flesh - came to free his people from this slavery. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-09/267/the-truth-will-set-you-free Sun, 9 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus, Light of the World https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-02/jesus-light-of-the-world Those who believe in (follow) Jesus will have light and life - those who don't will die in their sins. Those who believe in (follow) Jesus will have light and life - those who don't will die in their sins. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-12-02/213/jesus-light-of-the-world Sun, 2 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 No Other Gospel Save "The Gospel of Christ" https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/no-other-gospel-save-the-gospel-of-christ God has given only one gospel. All believing another will be c ursed. Are you believing the gospel of Christ? God has given only one gospel. All believing another will be c ursed. Are you believing the gospel of Christ? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/212/no-other-gospel-save-the-gospel-of-christ Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Is Anyone Thirsty? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/is-anyone-thirsty To come to Jesus by faith is to quench your soul's deepest thirst eternally. To come to Jesus by faith is to quench your soul's deepest thirst eternally. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/211/is-anyone-thirsty Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Faithfulness in the Midst of Mounting Opposition https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/faithfulness-in-the-midst-of-mounting-opposition In the midst of skepticism, uncertainty, and increasing hostility, Jesus remains unflinchingly faithful to His Father who sent him – speaking His Words and seeking His glory. In the midst of skepticism, uncertainty, and increasing hostility, Jesus remains unflinchingly faithful to His Father who sent him – speaking His Words and seeking His glory. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/210/faithfulness-in-the-midst-of-mounting-opposition Sun, 11 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Life Together in the Local Church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/life-together-in-the-local-church Church membership is a commitment that a Christian make to a local congregation as they journey toward a heaven together. It is biblical, practical, wise, and a tremendous blessing. Church membership is a commitment that a Christian make to a local congregation as they journey toward a heaven together. It is biblical, practical, wise, and a tremendous blessing. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/209/life-together-in-the-local-church Sun, 4 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Flourishing Relationships https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/flourishing-relationships Flourishing relationships, be it in the church or in marriage, require the outworking of the gospel through acceptance & appreciation, forgiveness, effort and a heart of service. Flourishing relationships, be it in the church or in marriage, require the outworking of the gospel through acceptance & appreciation, forgiveness, effort and a heart of service. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/208/flourishing-relationships Sun, 28 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Price of Exaltation https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/the-price-of-exaltation Christ was brought low, to the point of death, in order to pay for his brothers' sin and be exalted to rule over all creation. Christ was brought low, to the point of death, in order to pay for his brothers' sin and be exalted to rule over all creation. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/207/the-price-of-exaltation Sun, 21 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Hard Words https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-14/hard-words Jesus is the true bread from heaven whose sacrifice on the cross gives eternal life to all who feast on him by faith. This message has always been offensive. Jesus is the true bread from heaven whose sacrifice on the cross gives eternal life to all who feast on him by faith. This message has always been offensive. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-14/206/hard-words Sun, 14 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Satisfying Bread & Sovereign Grace https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-07/satisfying-bread-sovereign-grace Jesus is the eternally satisfying bread of life. All who've been given to him by the Father will come to him and will be kept eternally secure. Jesus is the eternally satisfying bread of life. All who've been given to him by the Father will come to him and will be kept eternally secure. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-07/205/satisfying-bread-sovereign-grace Sun, 7 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Don't Pursue What Perishes! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-30/dont-pursue-what-perishes True faith in Christ entails pursuing the treasures of heaven first and foremost in life. True faith in Christ entails pursuing the treasures of heaven first and foremost in life. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-30/204/dont-pursue-what-perishes Sun, 30 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Give Yourself to God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-23/give-yourself-to-god Jesus gave himself to God by becoming a sacrifice, and he waited on the Lord for deliverance through resurrection. All who are in Him by faith must give themselves to Him the same way and wait for the same deliverance. Jesus gave himself to God by becoming a sacrifice, and he waited on the Lord for deliverance through resurrection. All who are in Him by faith must give themselves to Him the same way and wait for the same deliverance. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-23/203/give-yourself-to-god Sun, 23 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Not the King You Were Expecting? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-16/not-the-king-you-were-expecting Jesus Christ is the King who's come to serve us by providing for our greatest need. We must accept him for who he is, not who we want him to be. Jesus Christ is the King who's come to serve us by providing for our greatest need. We must accept him for who he is, not who we want him to be. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-16/148/not-the-king-you-were-expecting Sun, 16 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Powerful Witnesses https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-09/powerful-witnesses God the Father provides powerful witnesses to testify to the identity of his Son Jesus Christ. If you don't come to Christ, it's not for lack of evidence, it's because you love something more than God. God the Father provides powerful witnesses to testify to the identity of his Son Jesus Christ. If you don't come to Christ, it's not for lack of evidence, it's because you love something more than God. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-09/147/powerful-witnesses Sun, 9 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Are You Honoring and Marveling At The Son https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-02/are-you-honoring-and-marveling-at-the-son If you want to be right with the Father then you must be right with His Son Jesus Christ, because the Father has granted Jesus power over eternal life and death which should lead us to daily honor and marvel at the Son. If you want to be right with the Father then you must be right with His Son Jesus Christ, because the Father has granted Jesus power over eternal life and death which should lead us to daily honor and marvel at the Son. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-09-02/70/are-you-honoring-and-marveling-at-the-son Sun, 2 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Joy of Forgiveness https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-26/the-joy-of-forgiveness When we're enslaved to our sin, there is the suffering of our body wasting away as the consequence of silence and guilt. True believers, however, know the joy of confessing sin, being forgiven, and experiencing God's ongoing protection and instruction in their lives. When we're enslaved to our sin, there is the suffering of our body wasting away as the consequence of silence and guilt. True believers, however, know the joy of confessing sin, being forgiven, and experiencing God's ongoing protection and instruction in their lives. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-26/69/the-joy-of-forgiveness Sun, 26 Aug 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Church Growth https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-19/church-growth https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-19/68/church-growth Sun, 19 Aug 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Loved by God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-12/loved-by-god All Christians can be secure because God is the author of faith from first to last, and in love He has pursued them from eternity past, sparing no expense to ensure that they arrive in heaven safely. All Christians can be secure because God is the author of faith from first to last, and in love He has pursued them from eternity past, sparing no expense to ensure that they arrive in heaven safely. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-12/67/loved-by-god Sun, 12 Aug 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Jesus: The Divine Healer and Sabbath Breaker https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-05/jesus:-the-divine-healer-and-sabbath-breaker Jesus is the divine physician who's come to heal our ultimate affliction of sin and give us eternal Sabbath rest, which happens when we trust in his work on the cross and stop trying to heal ourselves. Jesus is the divine physician who's come to heal our ultimate affliction of sin and give us eternal Sabbath rest, which happens when we trust in his work on the cross and stop trying to heal ourselves. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-08-05/66/jesus:-the-divine-healer-and-sabbath-breaker Sun, 5 Aug 2018 11:30:00 -0400 "Your Son Will Live" https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-29/-your-son-will-live Jesus alone is the giver of life; let us believe in Him for our eternal health and happiness. Jesus alone is the giver of life; let us believe in Him for our eternal health and happiness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-29/65/-your-son-will-live Sun, 29 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Lord is Your Keeper https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-22/the-lord-is-your-keeper https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-22/64/the-lord-is-your-keeper Sun, 22 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Soul-Satisfying Work of God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-15/the-soul-satisfying-work-of-god Christ lived and breathed his mission and he calls us to do the same. Christ lived and breathed his mission and he calls us to do the same. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-15/62/the-soul-satisfying-work-of-god Sun, 15 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 You Will Never Be Thirsty Again https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-08/you-will-never-be-thirsty-again Jesus and Jesus alone can satisfy our thirsty souls with living water because he is the long-awaited Messiah. Jesus and Jesus alone can satisfy our thirsty souls with living water because he is the long-awaited Messiah. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-08/61/you-will-never-be-thirsty-again Sun, 8 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Fullness of Joy in Making Much of Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-01/fullness-of-joy-in-making-much-of-christ Fullness of joy is found when we, like John the Baptist, make it our aim to make much of him and less of ourselves. Fullness of joy is found when we, like John the Baptist, make it our aim to make much of him and less of ourselves. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-07-01/13/fullness-of-joy-in-making-much-of-christ Sun, 1 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Love of God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-06-24/the-love-of-god God's unfathomable love for our dark and depraved world is displayed in sending his son to save us from our sins. God's unfathomable love for our dark and depraved world is displayed in sending his son to save us from our sins. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-06-24/14/the-love-of-god Sun, 24 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 New Birth https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-06-17/new-birth In order to enter the Kingdom of Heaven you must be born again. In order to enter the Kingdom of Heaven you must be born again. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-06-17/15/new-birth Sun, 17 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Are You Zealous for the Temple? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-06-03/are-you-zealous-for-the-temple In zeal for the temple, Jesus cleansed it, declared himself the fulfillment of it, and is now building a new one - the church. The question is, are we zealous for the temple? In zeal for the temple, Jesus cleansed it, declared himself the fulfillment of it, and is now building a new one - the church. The question is, are we zealous for the temple? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-06-03/5/are-you-zealous-for-the-temple Sun, 3 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Water to Wine and the Wedding We Can Hardly Wait For https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-27/water-to-wine-and-the-wedding-we-can-hardly-wait-for Jesus turning water into wine shows that the long-promised Messianic age has come and it should cause believers to long for his return when we'll join in the eternal celebration this sign points to. Jesus turning water into wine shows that the long-promised Messianic age has come and it should cause believers to long for his return when we'll join in the eternal celebration this sign points to. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-27/6/water-to-wine-and-the-wedding-we-can-hardly-wait-for Sun, 27 May 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Who is this Jesus? Come and See https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-20/who-is-this-jesus-come-and-see Jesus' invitation to the first disciples is the same as it is today, 'Come and see... come and see who I am and follow me.' Jesus' invitation to the first disciples is the same as it is today, 'Come and see... come and see who I am and follow me.' https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-20/7/who-is-this-jesus-come-and-see Sun, 20 May 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Witness of John the Baptist https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-13/the-witness-of-john-the-baptist Like John the Baptist, Christians don't focus on ourselves; we point others to Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who alone can take away their sin. Like John the Baptist, Christians don't focus on ourselves; we point others to Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who alone can take away their sin. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-13/8/the-witness-of-john-the-baptist Sun, 13 May 2018 11:30:00 -0400 God the Son: Worthy of All Praise https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-06/god-the-son:-worthy-of-all-praise It is believers' privilege to know and love God as He truly is - to know the eternal Son as the one who secured our relationship through his incarnation and substitutionary death, and therefore is worthy of all praise. It is believers' privilege to know and love God as He truly is - to know the eternal Son as the one who secured our relationship through his incarnation and substitutionary death, and therefore is worthy of all praise. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-05-06/9/god-the-son:-worthy-of-all-praise Sun, 6 May 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Jesus is God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-29/jesus-is-god Jesus is none other than God himself, the creator of the universe, the light and life of the world, full of grace and truth, and the savior of all who receive him by faith. Jesus is none other than God himself, the creator of the universe, the light and life of the world, full of grace and truth, and the savior of all who receive him by faith. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-29/10/jesus-is-god Sun, 29 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 That You May Believe: The Gospel of John https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-22/that-you-may-believe:-the-gospel-of-john John's gospel was written to show everyone that Jesus is in fact the Christ, the Son of God. As such, we must believe in him with a faith that perseveres and live for him in all we do. John's gospel was written to show everyone that Jesus is in fact the Christ, the Son of God. As such, we must believe in him with a faith that perseveres and live for him in all we do. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-22/11/that-you-may-believe:-the-gospel-of-john Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Charge Entrusted to You https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-15/the-charge-entrusted-to-you Due to the church's weighty mission of supporting the gospel truth and proclaiming it to the world, we need to safeguard the gospel by refuting false teachers and upholding sound teaching. Due to the church's weighty mission of supporting the gospel truth and proclaiming it to the world, we need to safeguard the gospel by refuting false teachers and upholding sound teaching. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-15/16/the-charge-entrusted-to-you Sun, 15 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Pentecost and the Promised Holy Spirit https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-08/pentecost-and-the-promised-holy-spirit After Christ's resurrection and ascension, in fulfillment of the New Covenant promises, he left us the promised Holy Spirit who brings resurrection life to dead sinners and empowers God's people to love and live for the Lord Jesus After Christ's resurrection and ascension, in fulfillment of the New Covenant promises, he left us the promised Holy Spirit who brings resurrection life to dead sinners and empowers God's people to love and live for the Lord Jesus https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-08/17/pentecost-and-the-promised-holy-spirit Sun, 8 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 A Certain Hope Through the Resurrection https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-01/a-certain-hope-through-the-resurrection The church's hope is solid because Christ rose from the dead, which makes us a people of enduring joy. The church's hope is solid because Christ rose from the dead, which makes us a people of enduring joy. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-04-01/18/a-certain-hope-through-the-resurrection Sun, 1 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Unexpected Path to Glory for Jesus and for Us https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-25/the-unexpected-path-to-glory-for-jesus-and-for-us The road to glory for Christ and his people is one of suffering, so let's think rightly about it and receive God's good intentions for us in our affliction. The road to glory for Christ and his people is one of suffering, so let's think rightly about it and receive God's good intentions for us in our affliction. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-25/19/the-unexpected-path-to-glory-for-jesus-and-for-us Sun, 25 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0400 A Taste of Glory https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-18/a-taste-of-glory The glory of God that fills the tabernacle is a foretaste of his glory that will cover the earth as the waters cover the sea when the Lord Jesus returns. The glory of God that fills the tabernacle is a foretaste of his glory that will cover the earth as the waters cover the sea when the Lord Jesus returns. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-18/1/a-taste-of-glory Sun, 18 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0400 God's Glory and Grace in the Face of Jesus Christ https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-11/gods-glory-and-grace-in-the-face-of-jesus-christ Sin has separated Israel from the Lord yet through Moses' mediatorial work God graciously forgives, which foreshadows Jesus as the ultimate covenant mediator and the only one through whom forgiveness comes. Sin has separated Israel from the Lord yet through Moses' mediatorial work God graciously forgives, which foreshadows Jesus as the ultimate covenant mediator and the only one through whom forgiveness comes. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-11/20/gods-glory-and-grace-in-the-face-of-jesus-christ Sun, 11 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Gospel Power https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-04/gospel-power Since Jesus' miracles of healing and exorcism are a display of the authority and power of the gospel he is preaching, we ought to listen to him and respond positively. Since Jesus' miracles of healing and exorcism are a display of the authority and power of the gospel he is preaching, we ought to listen to him and respond positively. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-03-04/21/gospel-power Sun, 4 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Israel's Idolatry and Ours https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-25/israels-idolatry-and-ours Israel's golden calf shows that the heart can easily give way to idolatry so we've got to identify and root out anything that competes with Jesus Christ as number one in our hearts. Israel's golden calf shows that the heart can easily give way to idolatry so we've got to identify and root out anything that competes with Jesus Christ as number one in our hearts. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-25/22/israels-idolatry-and-ours Sun, 25 Feb 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Priests to Our God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-18/priests-to-our-god The priestly ministry of the tabernacle beautifully depicts how God and man can dwell together in eternal bliss through Jesus Christ our great High Priest. The priestly ministry of the tabernacle beautifully depicts how God and man can dwell together in eternal bliss through Jesus Christ our great High Priest. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-18/23/priests-to-our-god Sun, 18 Feb 2018 11:30:00 -0500 God With Us https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-11/god-with-us God gave Moses directions to build the tabernacle as a means to dwell among his people and this speaks of God's ultimate dwelling amongst his people through his son Jesus Christ. God gave Moses directions to build the tabernacle as a means to dwell among his people and this speaks of God's ultimate dwelling amongst his people through his son Jesus Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-11/24/god-with-us Sun, 11 Feb 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Exodus Essentials https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-04/exodus-essentials Exodus advances God's eternal plan through his Son to redeem a special people, a kingdom of priests, a holy nation, who dwell with Him forever. Exodus advances God's eternal plan through his Son to redeem a special people, a kingdom of priests, a holy nation, who dwell with Him forever. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-02-04/25/exodus-essentials Sun, 4 Feb 2018 11:30:00 -0500 One Thing You Lack https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-28/one-thing-you-lack https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-28/26/one-thing-you-lack Sun, 28 Jan 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved To Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: On Mission https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-21/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-on-mission If we're to please our Lord Jesus then we've got to live for the mission He's given us to preach the gospel so that sinners are saved, saints are sanctified, and churches are planted and revitalized. If we're to please our Lord Jesus then we've got to live for the mission He's given us to preach the gospel so that sinners are saved, saints are sanctified, and churches are planted and revitalized. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-21/27/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-on-mission Sun, 21 Jan 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved To Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: The Church https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-14/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-the-church The church is the community of faith God's ordained as a primary means of grace in the lives of his people so let's resolve to live out our faith together in 2018. The church is the community of faith God's ordained as a primary means of grace in the lives of his people so let's resolve to live out our faith together in 2018. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-14/28/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-the-church Sun, 14 Jan 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved To Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: Persistent Prayer https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-07/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-persistent-prayer Because God is just and loves to act on behalf of His people, let us pray on steadily, patiently, perseveringly, and let us never doubt that it does us good. Because God is just and loves to act on behalf of His people, let us pray on steadily, patiently, perseveringly, and let us never doubt that it does us good. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2018-01-07/29/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-persistent-prayer Sun, 7 Jan 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved to Make Use of the Means of Grace in 2018: God's Word https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-31/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-gods-word Since the Bible is God's perfect Word to us, let's read, memorize and meditate on it so that we can delight in God Himself and be transformed into the image of His Son. Since the Bible is God's perfect Word to us, let's read, memorize and meditate on it so that we can delight in God Himself and be transformed into the image of His Son. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-31/30/resolved-to-make-use-of-the-means-of-grace-in-2018:-gods-word Sun, 31 Dec 2017 11:30:00 -0500 What Makes You Sing? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-24/what-makes-you-sing God's gift of peace through the Savior Jesus Christ is something we'll never get over and never stop singing about. God's gift of peace through the Savior Jesus Christ is something we'll never get over and never stop singing about. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-24/31/what-makes-you-sing Sun, 24 Dec 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Soli Deo Gloria - Glory to God Alone https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-10/soli-deo-gloria-glory-to-god-alone God's beauty and love shine brightest in His work of salvation, which leads the redeemed to praise Him for His glorious grace! God's beauty and love shine brightest in His work of salvation, which leads the redeemed to praise Him for His glorious grace! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-10/33/soli-deo-gloria-glory-to-god-alone Sun, 10 Dec 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Sola Scriptura - Freedom Found in Authority https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-03/sola-scriptura-freedom-found-in-authority As God's Word, the Bible is our flawless and final authority giving freedom to all who submit themselves to it. As God's Word, the Bible is our flawless and final authority giving freedom to all who submit themselves to it. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-12-03/34/sola-scriptura-freedom-found-in-authority Sun, 3 Dec 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Solus Christus https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-26/solus-christus Solus Christus is the truth that only the merit of Christ applied through faith alone saves the guilty sinners like us. Solus Christus is the truth that only the merit of Christ applied through faith alone saves the guilty sinners like us. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-26/35/solus-christus Sun, 26 Nov 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Sola Fide - How Do I Get Right With God? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-19/sola-fide-how-do-i-get-right-with-god Sola Fide teaches that faith alone is the instrument whereby Christ's saving work on the cross is applied to guilty sinners and God declares us forgiven and righteous in His sight. Sola Fide teaches that faith alone is the instrument whereby Christ's saving work on the cross is applied to guilty sinners and God declares us forgiven and righteous in His sight. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-19/36/sola-fide-how-do-i-get-right-with-god Sun, 19 Nov 2017 11:30:00 -0500 The Folly of Idolatry https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-12/the-folly-of-idolatry https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-12/37/the-folly-of-idolatry Sun, 12 Nov 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Sola Gratia - The Answer For What's Wrong With Us https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-05/sola-gratia-the-answer-for-whats-wrong-with-us Sola Gratia teaches that nothing but the sovereign, saving grace of God is sufficient to save dead sinners; therefore let us praise God for the gift of His grace in Christ! Sola Gratia teaches that nothing but the sovereign, saving grace of God is sufficient to save dead sinners; therefore let us praise God for the gift of His grace in Christ! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-11-05/38/sola-gratia-the-answer-for-whats-wrong-with-us Sun, 5 Nov 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Reformation at 500 - What's the Big Deal? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-29/the-reformation-at-500-whats-the-big-deal The Reformation 500 years ago was nothing less than the recovery of the gospel and therefore its importance endures even to this day. The Reformation 500 years ago was nothing less than the recovery of the gospel and therefore its importance endures even to this day. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-29/39/the-reformation-at-500-whats-the-big-deal Sun, 29 Oct 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Glory Yet To Come https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-22/the-glory-yet-to-come The blood of Jesus Christ satisfies God's wrath against our sin and brings us into an eternal relationship of intimacy and joy in the presence of our Father. The blood of Jesus Christ satisfies God's wrath against our sin and brings us into an eternal relationship of intimacy and joy in the presence of our Father. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-22/40/the-glory-yet-to-come Sun, 22 Oct 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Where Else Would You Rather Be? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-15/where-else-would-you-rather-be God's covenant with Israel upholds and reveals His righteousness and justice by regulating how his people should live, and is fulfilled in us as we live out Christ-like love within the New Covenant community. God's covenant with Israel upholds and reveals His righteousness and justice by regulating how his people should live, and is fulfilled in us as we live out Christ-like love within the New Covenant community. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-15/41/where-else-would-you-rather-be Sun, 15 Oct 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Only Have Eyes For Me! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-08/only-have-eyes-for-me There can be only one response for those on whom God in Christ has chosen to set His faithful love - they must exchange infidelity for obedient, wholehearted devotion to Him alone. There can be only one response for those on whom God in Christ has chosen to set His faithful love - they must exchange infidelity for obedient, wholehearted devotion to Him alone. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-08/42/only-have-eyes-for-me Sun, 8 Oct 2017 11:30:00 -0400 What God Demands From You https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-01/what-god-demands-from-you We conform to God's law only by faith in Christ who fulfilled it, gives us righteousness as a gift, and a new heart inclined to obey. We conform to God's law only by faith in Christ who fulfilled it, gives us righteousness as a gift, and a new heart inclined to obey. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-10-01/43/what-god-demands-from-you Sun, 1 Oct 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Christian and the Old Covenant: How Do We Relate? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-24/the-christian-and-the-old-covenant:-how-do-we-relate Through Christ the Mosaic Covenant has come to an end and is no longer binding on Christians as a covenant; however, as Scripture it continues to be an authoritative revelation of God's character and a prophetic witness to Christ that is profitable and good for us. Through Christ the Mosaic Covenant has come to an end and is no longer binding on Christians as a covenant; however, as Scripture it continues to be an authoritative revelation of God's character and a prophetic witness to Christ that is profitable and good for us. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-24/44/the-christian-and-the-old-covenant:-how-do-we-relate Sun, 24 Sep 2017 11:30:00 -0400 An Overview of Biblical Covenants https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-17/an-overview-of-biblical-covenants The Bible's storyline progressively unfolds and hangs together through a series of covenants culminating in Christ who fulfills all that God requires and shares his standing with all those who are united to him by faith. The Bible's storyline progressively unfolds and hangs together through a series of covenants culminating in Christ who fulfills all that God requires and shares his standing with all those who are united to him by faith. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-17/45/an-overview-of-biblical-covenants Sun, 17 Sep 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Drawing Near to a Holy God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-10/drawing-near-to-a-holy-god Entering the terrifying presence of a Holy God is no light matter and requires a holy One who obeys God's covenant in order to bring us near. Entering the terrifying presence of a Holy God is no light matter and requires a holy One who obeys God's covenant in order to bring us near. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-10/46/drawing-near-to-a-holy-god Sun, 10 Sep 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Sharing in Christ's Blessings https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-03/sharing-in-christs-blessings Trusting in Christ results in sharing his eternal favor, sharing his gospel, and sharing in his holiness. Trusting in Christ results in sharing his eternal favor, sharing his gospel, and sharing in his holiness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-09-03/47/sharing-in-christs-blessings Sun, 3 Sep 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Knowing God the Father https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-08-20/knowing-god-the-father It is believers' privilege to know and love God as He truly is - to know the Father as our Father, experiencing and delighting in the fullness of His love for us His only-begotten Son. It is believers' privilege to know and love God as He truly is - to know the Father as our Father, experiencing and delighting in the fullness of His love for us His only-begotten Son. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-08-20/49/knowing-god-the-father Sun, 20 Aug 2017 11:30:00 -0400 God's Graciousness to Grumblers https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-08-13/gods-graciousness-to-grumblers God graciously provides his people everything we need through Christ; the question is: will we trust him or will we grumble? God graciously provides his people everything we need through Christ; the question is: will we trust him or will we grumble? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-08-13/50/gods-graciousness-to-grumblers Sun, 13 Aug 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Song of the Redeemed https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-08-06/the-song-of-the-redeemed God's deliverance in Exodus through the Red Sea anticipates his greater deliverance in Christ through the cross which calls forth exuberant praise from the redeemed. God's deliverance in Exodus through the Red Sea anticipates his greater deliverance in Christ through the cross which calls forth exuberant praise from the redeemed. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-08-06/51/the-song-of-the-redeemed Sun, 6 Aug 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Some Things Should Never Be Forgotten https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-30/some-things-should-never-be-forgotten The Passover, Feast of Unleavened Bread, and setting the firstborn apart teach us that constantly remembering how God has saved us is vital to a thriving relationship with Him. The Passover, Feast of Unleavened Bread, and setting the firstborn apart teach us that constantly remembering how God has saved us is vital to a thriving relationship with Him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-30/52/some-things-should-never-be-forgotten Sun, 30 Jul 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Unity, Not Conformity https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-23/unity-not-conformity Maintaining unity in the church does not mean enforcing uniformity of practice. We need to accept one another as Christ has accepted us in the gospel. Maintaining unity in the church does not mean enforcing uniformity of practice. We need to accept one another as Christ has accepted us in the gospel. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-23/53/unity-not-conformity Sun, 23 Jul 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Salvation Through Subsitution https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-16/salvation-through-subsitution The lamb that saved Israel from death is a picture of God's salvation plan to save guilty sinners through the substitutionary sacrifice of His Son. The lamb that saved Israel from death is a picture of God's salvation plan to save guilty sinners through the substitutionary sacrifice of His Son. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-16/54/salvation-through-subsitution Sun, 16 Jul 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Sovereignty of God in Salvation https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-09/the-sovereignty-of-god-in-salvation God's hardening of Pharaoh's heart demonstrates the difficult yet true and good doctrine of God's sovereignty in salvation. God's hardening of Pharaoh's heart demonstrates the difficult yet true and good doctrine of God's sovereignty in salvation. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-09/55/the-sovereignty-of-god-in-salvation Sun, 9 Jul 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Terrifying Judgement of God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-02/the-terrifying-judgement-of-god The terrifying judgement that fell on Egypt is a picture of the judgement yet to come. It is a judgement borne by Christ for his people but to be suffered horribly by all those outside of him. The terrifying judgement that fell on Egypt is a picture of the judgement yet to come. It is a judgement borne by Christ for his people but to be suffered horribly by all those outside of him. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-07-02/56/the-terrifying-judgement-of-god Sun, 2 Jul 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Who is the Lord? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-25/who-is-the-lord The Lord is the sovereign king over all, who magnifies his glory by keeping his covenant promises in Christ. The Lord is the sovereign king over all, who magnifies his glory by keeping his covenant promises in Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-25/57/who-is-the-lord Sun, 25 Jun 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Emergence of a Deliverer https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-18/the-emergence-of-a-deliverer God has called out and established a perfect deliverer for his people miserably enslaved to sin and death; therefore let's live in the freedom he's given. God has called out and established a perfect deliverer for his people miserably enslaved to sin and death; therefore let's live in the freedom he's given. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-18/58/the-emergence-of-a-deliverer Sun, 18 Jun 2017 11:30:00 -0400 God's Unstoppable Promise https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-11/gods-unstoppable-promise God's blessing on Israel as the seed of Abraham shows that his promises cannot be stopped no matter the circumstances or the opposition -- what he promises, he will do! God's blessing on Israel as the seed of Abraham shows that his promises cannot be stopped no matter the circumstances or the opposition -- what he promises, he will do! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-11/59/gods-unstoppable-promise Sun, 11 Jun 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel According to Exodus https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-04/the-gospel-according-to-exodus God redeemed Israel in order that she might be his unique, treasured possession. God redeemed Israel in order that she might be his unique, treasured possession. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-06-04/60/the-gospel-according-to-exodus Sun, 4 Jun 2017 11:30:00 -0400 A New People Called to a New Way of Life https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-28/a-new-people-called-to-a-new-way-of-life God has called us to be a new people, therefore we must live in a manner worthy of this calling, which produces unity in the Church. God has called us to be a new people, therefore we must live in a manner worthy of this calling, which produces unity in the Church. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-28/71/a-new-people-called-to-a-new-way-of-life Sun, 28 May 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Rekindling Our Passion: Reflections Based on 2 Timothy https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-21/rekindling-our-passion:-reflections-based-on-2-timothy If we're to really and truly live our lives on mission for the gospel, then we must be regularly refreshed in our passion for the gospel. If we're to really and truly live our lives on mission for the gospel, then we must be regularly refreshed in our passion for the gospel. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-21/72/rekindling-our-passion:-reflections-based-on-2-timothy Sun, 21 May 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Gospel Faithfulness Exemplified https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-14/gospel-faithfulness-exemplified Like Paul, let's spend and be spent for Christ and his gospel for the eternal joy that is set before us. Like Paul, let's spend and be spent for Christ and his gospel for the eternal joy that is set before us. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-14/73/gospel-faithfulness-exemplified Sun, 14 May 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Are You Battle Ready? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-07/are-you-battle-ready https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-05-07/74/are-you-battle-ready Sun, 7 May 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Final Charge: Preach the Word https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-30/final-charge:-preach-the-word Jesus wants His servants to proclaim the Word in all its fullness so that hearers are not led astray by wayward desires but built up in their most holy faith. Jesus wants His servants to proclaim the Word in all its fullness so that hearers are not led astray by wayward desires but built up in their most holy faith. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-30/75/final-charge:-preach-the-word Sun, 30 Apr 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Keep On Keeping On https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-23/keep-on-keeping-on Let us continue steadfast in the gospel by remembering godly examples of faith and continuing in God's Word that equips us in every way. Let us continue steadfast in the gospel by remembering godly examples of faith and continuing in God's Word that equips us in every way. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-23/76/keep-on-keeping-on Sun, 23 Apr 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Resurrection Changes Everything https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-16/the-resurrection-changes-everything If Jesus didn't rise from the dead then our faith is a sham. However, if He did rise from the grave that demonstrates that He is who he said He is and He deserves our unswerving allegiance. If Jesus didn't rise from the dead then our faith is a sham. However, if He did rise from the grave that demonstrates that He is who he said He is and He deserves our unswerving allegiance. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-16/77/the-resurrection-changes-everything Sun, 16 Apr 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Christ Our Passover https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-09/christ-our-passover Jesus Christ is our willing Passover lamb who offered himself as a substitute in order to free us from slavery to sin and reconcile us to God. Jesus Christ is our willing Passover lamb who offered himself as a substitute in order to free us from slavery to sin and reconcile us to God. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-04-09/78/christ-our-passover Sun, 9 Apr 2017 11:30:00 -0400 The Last Days https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-26/the-last-days Although we're in the tumultuous 'last days' which call for discernment amidst spiritual warfare, we shouldn't fear or be discouraged because the truth of the gospel will triumph. Although we're in the tumultuous 'last days' which call for discernment amidst spiritual warfare, we shouldn't fear or be discouraged because the truth of the gospel will triumph. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-26/80/the-last-days Sun, 26 Mar 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Useful to the Master https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-19/useful-to-the-master We are called to be faithful to the gospel with our words and lives as unashamed workmen, honorable vessels, and the Lord's servants such that captive sinners might come to a saving knowledge of the truth. We are called to be faithful to the gospel with our words and lives as unashamed workmen, honorable vessels, and the Lord's servants such that captive sinners might come to a saving knowledge of the truth. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-19/81/useful-to-the-master Sun, 19 Mar 2017 11:30:00 -0400 Purposeful Endurance https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-12/purposeful-endurance Our suffering for the gospel is purposeful: like Jesus and Paul, we endure suffering so that souls are saved and we ourselves receive the prize of eternal glory. Our suffering for the gospel is purposeful: like Jesus and Paul, we endure suffering so that souls are saved and we ourselves receive the prize of eternal glory. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-12/82/purposeful-endurance Sun, 12 Mar 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Unashamed! https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-05/unashamed Our incredible salvation in Christ enables and empowers us to be unashamed in suffering and bold in gospel witness. Our incredible salvation in Christ enables and empowers us to be unashamed in suffering and bold in gospel witness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-03-05/83/unashamed Sun, 5 Mar 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Gospel Endurance: An Overview of 2 Timothy https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-26/gospel-endurance:-an-overview-of-2-timothy The suffering that goes with faithful gospel ministry is unavoidable and must be endured if we are going to receive the unfading crown of righteousness on the last day. The suffering that goes with faithful gospel ministry is unavoidable and must be endured if we are going to receive the unfading crown of righteousness on the last day. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-26/84/gospel-endurance:-an-overview-of-2-timothy Sun, 26 Feb 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Walk in Repentance in 2017 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-19/resolved:-to-walk-in-repentance-in-2017 The gift of salvation demands and empowers repentance, the Godward movement of the soul, through turning again and again from sin to God as he humbles our hearts and ignites our affections. The gift of salvation demands and empowers repentance, the Godward movement of the soul, through turning again and again from sin to God as he humbles our hearts and ignites our affections. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-19/85/resolved:-to-walk-in-repentance-in-2017 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Serve Sacrificially in 2017 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-12/resolved:-to-serve-sacrificially-in-2017 Christian service is gospel-oriented love that sets aside status and reputation, and is worked out in real life without counting the cost. Christian service is gospel-oriented love that sets aside status and reputation, and is worked out in real life without counting the cost. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-12/86/resolved:-to-serve-sacrificially-in-2017 Sun, 12 Feb 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Give Generously in 2017 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-05/resolved:-to-give-generously-in-2017 As recipients of God's over-the-top generosity in Christ, it makes sense that Christians should excel in generous giving. As recipients of God's over-the-top generosity in Christ, it makes sense that Christians should excel in generous giving. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-02-05/87/resolved:-to-give-generously-in-2017 Sun, 5 Feb 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Abide in Prayer in 2017 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-29/resolved:-to-abide-in-prayer-in-2017 Since God is our Father in Christ, he grants us the incredible privilege of prayer and shows us how. Since God is our Father in Christ, he grants us the incredible privilege of prayer and shows us how. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-29/88/resolved:-to-abide-in-prayer-in-2017 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 11:30:00 -0500 New Man Living https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-22/new-man-living The old man has been put to death and the believer has now been made new which results in new kingdom living - the Way of Christ. The old man has been put to death and the believer has now been made new which results in new kingdom living - the Way of Christ. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-22/89/new-man-living Sun, 22 Jan 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Be Bible Saturated in 2017 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-15/resolved:-to-be-bible-saturated-in-2017 The Word of God is an infinitely valuable treasure; therefore let us saturate ourselves in it in 2017. The Word of God is an infinitely valuable treasure; therefore let us saturate ourselves in it in 2017. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-15/90/resolved:-to-be-bible-saturated-in-2017 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 11:30:00 -0500 Resolved: To Live for God's Glory in 2017 https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-08/resolved:-to-live-for-gods-glory-in-2017 If our lives are to be lived well, then we must seek one thing above all else: God's glory. If our lives are to be lived well, then we must seek one thing above all else: God's glory. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-08/91/resolved:-to-live-for-gods-glory-in-2017 Sun, 8 Jan 2017 11:30:00 -0500 What Makes the Great Commission So Great? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-01/what-makes-the-great-commission-so-great Mission is “the church going out into the world proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and making disciples in all the nations”. Mission is “the church going out into the world proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and making disciples in all the nations”. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2017-01-01/92/what-makes-the-great-commission-so-great Sun, 1 Jan 2017 11:30:00 -0500 The Christmas Gift: Our Father's Delight https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-25/the-christmas-gift:-our-fathers-delight https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-25/93/the-christmas-gift:-our-fathers-delight Sun, 25 Dec 2016 11:30:00 -0500 The Christmas Gift: Worthy of Worship https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-24/the-christmas-gift:-worthy-of-worship https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-24/94/the-christmas-gift:-worthy-of-worship Sat, 24 Dec 2016 11:30:00 -0500 The Christmas Gift: It's Jesus https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-18/the-christmas-gift:-its-jesus Jesus is the greatest Christmas gift because he gives us our greatest need: forgiveness. Jesus is the greatest Christmas gift because he gives us our greatest need: forgiveness. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-18/95/the-christmas-gift:-its-jesus Sun, 18 Dec 2016 11:30:00 -0500 The Great Gain of Godliness https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-11/the-great-gain-of-godliness Since true gain Since true gain https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-11/96/the-great-gain-of-godliness Sun, 11 Dec 2016 11:30:00 -0500 Godly Relationships and the Church's Witness https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-04/godly-relationships-and-the-churchs-witness Since the church is God's household, we live out godliness in our relationships so that our gospel light shines brightly and beautifully. Since the church is God's household, we live out godliness in our relationships so that our gospel light shines brightly and beautifully. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-12-04/97/godly-relationships-and-the-churchs-witness Sun, 4 Dec 2016 11:30:00 -0500 Glorious Hardship https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-27/glorious-hardship Despite any hardships that may be faced in the ministry of the gospel, do not lose heart because it results in glory. Despite any hardships that may be faced in the ministry of the gospel, do not lose heart because it results in glory. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-27/98/glorious-hardship Sun, 27 Nov 2016 11:30:00 -0500 Training For Eternity https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-20/training-for-eternity Since the church is the pillar and buttress of the truth, false teaching must be rejected and leaders must train themselves and their people in good doctrine and godly living. Since the church is the pillar and buttress of the truth, false teaching must be rejected and leaders must train themselves and their people in good doctrine and godly living. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-20/99/training-for-eternity Sun, 20 Nov 2016 11:30:00 -0500 The Church’s Conduct and Confession https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-13/the-church-s-conduct-and-confession The church of the living God upholds the truth of the gospel through both her conduct in life and her confession of faith. The church of the living God upholds the truth of the gospel through both her conduct in life and her confession of faith. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-13/100/the-church-s-conduct-and-confession Sun, 13 Nov 2016 11:30:00 -0500 The Blessing of Godly Leaders https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-06/the-blessing-of-godly-leaders If the church is to flourish then she needs godly leaders who believe the gospel and are transformed by the gospel. If the church is to flourish then she needs godly leaders who believe the gospel and are transformed by the gospel. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-11-06/101/the-blessing-of-godly-leaders Sun, 6 Nov 2016 11:30:00 -0400 God’s Good Design https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-30/god-s-good-design As men and women called to godliness through the gospel, let us joyfully embrace our God-given differing roles and responsibilities that are for our eternal good. As men and women called to godliness through the gospel, let us joyfully embrace our God-given differing roles and responsibilities that are for our eternal good. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-30/102/god-s-good-design Sun, 30 Oct 2016 11:30:00 -0400 The Walk of Life https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-23/the-walk-of-life God has made believers alive with Christ & seated us in the heavens with him; therefore we now have the power to be done with the walk of death and to engage the walk of life. God has made believers alive with Christ & seated us in the heavens with him; therefore we now have the power to be done with the walk of death and to engage the walk of life. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-23/103/the-walk-of-life Sun, 23 Oct 2016 11:30:00 -0400 A Heart for the Nations https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-16/a-heart-for-the-nations If our heart would be in line with God’s, then our prayers and our actions must be for the salvation of all people. If our heart would be in line with God’s, then our prayers and our actions must be for the salvation of all people. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-16/104/a-heart-for-the-nations Sun, 16 Oct 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-09/keep-the-main-thing-the-main-thing Church leaders must lead God’s people to persevere in the gospel in the face of false teaching and other challenges Church leaders must lead God’s people to persevere in the gospel in the face of false teaching and other challenges https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-09/105/keep-the-main-thing-the-main-thing Sun, 9 Oct 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Guard The Gospel: An Overview of 1 Timothy https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-02/guard-the-gospel:-an-overview-of-1-timothy The gospel of Jesus Christ must be guarded from perversion through sound teaching from faithful leaders, which when believed always results in godly living. The gospel of Jesus Christ must be guarded from perversion through sound teaching from faithful leaders, which when believed always results in godly living. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-10-02/106/guard-the-gospel:-an-overview-of-1-timothy Sun, 2 Oct 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Who Do You Worship? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-25/who-do-you-worship https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-25/107/who-do-you-worship Sun, 25 Sep 2016 11:30:00 -0400 The Greatest End to the Greatest Story Ever https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-18/the-greatest-end-to-the-greatest-story-ever The gospel of Jesus Christ is the greatest story ever told and its ending changes everything. The gospel of Jesus Christ is the greatest story ever told and its ending changes everything. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-18/108/the-greatest-end-to-the-greatest-story-ever Sun, 18 Sep 2016 11:30:00 -0400 The Suffering Savior https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-11/the-suffering-savior When suffering strikes, let’s entrust ourselves to our Father’s care When suffering strikes, let’s entrust ourselves to our Father’s care https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-11/109/the-suffering-savior Sun, 11 Sep 2016 11:30:00 -0400 A Better Lamb, A Better Deliverance https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-04/a-better-lamb-a-better-deliverance Jesus is the Passover Lamb come to deliver God’s people from their sin by his sacrificial death on the cross. Jesus is the Passover Lamb come to deliver God’s people from their sin by his sacrificial death on the cross. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-09-04/110/a-better-lamb-a-better-deliverance Sun, 4 Sep 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Be Ready for the Second Coming https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-28/be-ready-for-the-second-coming Jesus could return in any age following the destruction of 70 A.D. Jesus could return in any age following the destruction of 70 A.D. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-28/111/be-ready-for-the-second-coming Sun, 28 Aug 2016 11:30:00 -0400 70 A.D. and the Trustworthiness of God’s Word https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-21/70-a-d-and-the-trustworthiness-of-god-s-word Everything God’s Word says will most certainly come to pass, therefore Christians can bank their life on it. Everything God’s Word says will most certainly come to pass, therefore Christians can bank their life on it. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-21/112/70-a-d-and-the-trustworthiness-of-god-s-word Sun, 21 Aug 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Failure Exposed & Remedied https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-14/failure-exposed-remedied By exposing the failures of unbelief, Jesus demonstrates that He is Israel’s Messiah, and that faith in Him is the only path to whole-hearted devotion to God devoid of hypocrisy. By exposing the failures of unbelief, Jesus demonstrates that He is Israel’s Messiah, and that faith in Him is the only path to whole-hearted devotion to God devoid of hypocrisy. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-14/113/failure-exposed-remedied Sun, 14 Aug 2016 11:30:00 -0400 His Kindness Leads To Repentance https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-07/his-kindness-leads-to-repentance The foolishness of those who reject Jesus Christ will be shown when God’s forbearance runs out and gives way to his fury The foolishness of those who reject Jesus Christ will be shown when God’s forbearance runs out and gives way to his fury https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-08-07/114/his-kindness-leads-to-repentance Sun, 7 Aug 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Fruitless or Fruitful? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-31/fruitless-or-fruitful Jesus calls his people to cultivate the fruit of faith seen in genuine worship and transformed lives. Jesus calls his people to cultivate the fruit of faith seen in genuine worship and transformed lives. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-31/115/fruitless-or-fruitful Sun, 31 Jul 2016 11:30:00 -0400 The King Comes https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-24/the-king-comes Jesus is the long-awaited Davidic King come to inaugurate the Kingdom of God Jesus is the long-awaited Davidic King come to inaugurate the Kingdom of God https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-24/116/the-king-comes Sun, 24 Jul 2016 11:30:00 -0400 What Do You Want Me To Do For You? https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-17/what-do-you-want-me-to-do-for-you True faith sees self as spiritually ragged, poor, and blind and Jesus as the only one who can give sight. True faith sees self as spiritually ragged, poor, and blind and Jesus as the only one who can give sight. https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-17/117/what-do-you-want-me-to-do-for-you Sun, 17 Jul 2016 11:30:00 -0400 Life’s Ultimate Question https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-10/life-s-ultimate-question If we would enter the kingdom we must receive Christ with faith like a child and reject all other loves If we would enter the kingdom we must receive Christ with faith like a child and reject all other loves https://www.rgcvt.org/sermons/sermon/2016-07-10/118/life-s-ultimate-question Sun, 10 Jul 2016 11:30:00 -0400