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Faith Reflections

by Travis Deur

An archive of sermons and speaking engagements.

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  1. The Meek (Matthew 5:5)

    Text: Matthew 5:5 / Date: 9-27-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Jesus calls his disciples to meekness and a release of control. Releasing our grip on this world puts us on a path to a much greater inheritance.

  2. Those Who Mourn (Matthew 5:4)

    Text: Matthew 5:4 / Date: 9-20-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Jesus calls those who are mourning blessed. Disciples should be looking inward and outward, recognizing the effects of sin on a broken world. Doing this with open eyes and open hearts while...

  3. The Poor in Spirit (Matthew 5:1-3)

    Text: Matthew 5:1-3 / Date: 9-13-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) The opening message in a series on "Kingdom Character" exploring the Beatitudes of Matthew 5. Jesus speaks from the mountainside with instructions for his disciples on how to live. What does it…

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  4. A Voice That Still Speaks (Mark 6:14-29)

    Text: Mark 6:14-29 / Date: 9-6-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) The message of John the Baptist resonates with Herod and the early church. His voice continues to point to Christ beyond his life and ministry. We close our series on his life and ministry…

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  5. Doubts and Declarations (Matthew 11:2-19)

    Text: Matthew 11:2-19 / Date: 8-30-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) John seeks answers for his doubts. What do we do with unanswered questions or unmet expectations? We look at John's question, Jesus' response, and wrestling with things we don't understand.

  6. Competing Voices? (John 1:35-42, 3:22-36)

    Text: John 1:35-42, 3:22-36 / Date: 8-23-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Many people, including John's own disciples, begin following. Jesus and he asks them to declare what it is that they want. What is John to do now? Is his ministry complete or competing…

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  7. Behold the Lamb of God (John 1:19-34)

    Text: John 1:19-34 / Date: 8-16-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) John the Baptist defines himself with three things he is not and three things that he is. He is again questioned by the religious authorities and there are important things to recognize about who…

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  8. Preparing the Way (Matthew 3:1-12)

    Text: Matthew 3:1-12 / Date: 8-9-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) John begins living into his purpose and becomes the voice of one calling in the wilderness. This message explores the wilderness and the prophetic voice preparing the way for the Lord as he calls...

  9. Our Place in His Purpose (Luke 1:5-25, 57-80)

    Text: Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 / Date: 8-2-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) The opening message of a series on John the Baptist using his life and ministry as a lens for our call to point others to Christ. John's purpose is foretold by the angel Gabriel as his father...

  10. The Prize and the Pursuit (Philippians 3:12-21)

    Text: Philippians 3:12-21 / Date: 7-12-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) What does it mean to truly know Christ? The prize we are to pursue is a deep relationship with him. Not just knowing who he is and what he has done but a deep intimacy that shapes all of our...

  11. Back to the Beginning (Genesis 3)

    Text: Genesis 3 / Date: 5-31-2026 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) The early chapters of the Bible set the stage for themes in the story to come as God's character meets sin with justice and grace.

  12. The Gospel Comes to Philippi (Acts 16:11-40, Philippians 1:1-11)

    Text: Acts 16:11-40, Philippians 1:1-11 / Date: 5-24-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Paul's Christ-centered message reaches Philippi impacting the lives of a wealthy woman, a female slave, and a Roman jailor.

  13. Saved and Sent Together (John 17:13-26)

    Text: John 17:13-26 / Date: 5-3-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) As Jesus prays before his crucifixion he speaks of joy and hatred, light and dark, and a sanctified life for his disciples as they make him known in the world and draw others to him.

  14. Supreme and Sufficient (Colossians 1:15-23)

    Text: Colossians 1:15-23 / Date: 3-22-2026 / Location: Calvary Christian Reformed Church (Edina, MN) Paul proclaims the supremacy, centrality, and sufficiency of Christ as he points to Jesus as the firstborn of all creation and the head of the church.

  15. The Community of the Cross (John 19:16b-27)

    Text: John 19:16b-27 / Date: 3-8-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Through excruciating pain Jesus brings the Christian community together. From the cross he creates a family of spiritual brothers and sisters.

  16. Held by God (Romans 8:31-39)

    Text: Romans 8:31-39 / Date: 2-15-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) The preserving hand of a sovereign God on his children as they persevere in the faith. Responding with lives that seek understanding, a personal relationship with God, and faithful witness to our...

  17. Adopted by God (Ephesians 1:3-14)

    Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 / Date: 1-125-2026 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) A sovereign God reaches into a fallen humanity and graciouslyadopts us as his own.

  18. Until He Comes Again (Matthew 25:14-30)

    Text: Matthew 25:14-30 / Date: 12-28-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Jesus responds to questions about his return with parables of readiness. What we do with what we've been given while we are waiting for that return matters.

  19. Everlasting Father: Our Vine (Isaiah 9:6, John 15:1-17)

    Text: Isaiah 9:6, John 15:1-17 / Date: 12-14-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Remaining in Christ and abiding in his truth and love. We prune our lives so we can bear the good fruit of the vine.

  20. In All Circumstances (Philippians 4:10-13)

    Text: Philippians 4:10-13 / Date: 11-9-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Grateful hearts and contentment in times of abundance and times of need. Recognizing on God's sufficiency.

  21. Room at the Table (Isaiah 58)

    Text: Isaiah 58 / Date: 10-19-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Evaluating our worship and its focus. Is it God directed or self serving? Isaiah calls us to seek the good of others and share what we have, spending ourselves for others as proper worship.

  22. Stewards and Servants (I Peter 4:8-11)

    Text: I Peter 4:8-11 / Date: 9-7-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Connecting with God, others, and each other through service.Building community and worshipping God through the fruit of our faith.

  23. Great is His Faithfulness (Deuteronomy 7:7-9)

    Text: Deuteronomy 7:7-9 / Date: 9-7-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Moving forward while recognizing God's faithfulness. His presence in the past gives us confidence in the present and for the future. Deeply rooted in God we seek to bear good fruit.

  24. Unseen Footprints (Psalm 77)

    Text: Psalm 77 / Date: 8-31-2025 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) Trusting in God when the path is perilous or his presence is not felt. Remembering the moments when he has shown up and trusting him to carry us again.

  25. The Covenants of Baptism (Deuteronomy 6:4-9)

    Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-9 / Date: 8-3-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Considering the sacrament of baptism and the promises we make to the children of our church community.

  26. Broken & Beautiful (I John 4:13-19)

    Text: I John 4:13-19 / Date: 7-27-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Recognizing the beautiful in the broken and the broken in the beautiful. A message from our summer SERVE event where we explore the tension between the two, having eyes to see them both, and…

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  27. Strength in Christ: A New Battle (Ephesians 6:10-24)

    Text: Ephesians 6:10-24 / Date: 6-1-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Paul closes his letter with strength for spiritual battles. Truth, righteousness, the gospel, faith, salvation, the Spirit, and prayer to stand firm against the distractions and attacks of the...

  28. Shaped By Christ: New Relationships (Ephesians 5:22-6:9)

    Text: Ephesians 5:22-6:9 / Date: 5-25-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) In a world of power dynamics Paul speaks to mutual submission. He calls his readers to seek the best for the others, show respect in both directions, and fufill their responsibilities.

  29. United in Christ: A New Way of Life (Ephesians 4:1-5:21)

    Text: Ephesians 4:1-5:21 / Date: 5-18-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) We are called to a worthy life, using our gifts to build up each other and the church, as we pursue purity, maturity, and unity. God is calling us to a new way of living.

  30. One in Christ: A New Society (Ephesians 2:11-3:21)

    Text: Ephesians 2:11-3:21 / Date: 5-11-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Christ, the cornerstone, breaks down the barriers between the rival Jews and Gentiles. Are we willing to reconcile with outsiders and make plain to them the message of the gospel?

  31. Alive in Christ: Our New Identity (Ephesians 1:1-2:10)

    Text: Ephesians 1:1-2:10 / Date: 5-4-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Paul opens his letter to the Ephesians emphasizing spiritual blessings and being brought from death to life in Christ. What do we know from God's word (doctrine) and what do we do with it (duty)?

  32. The Life of the Servant (Romans 12:1-3, Isaiah 53:4-10)

    Text: Romans 12:1-3, Isaiah 53:4-10 / Date: 4-27-2025 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) Isaiah 53 features The Servant who endured suffering for those who had turned from God. An offering for the sins of the people and an image of God's grace.

  33. Foretold and Fulfilled: The Promised Messiah (Luke 24:13-35)

    Text: Luke 24:13-35 / Date: 3-23-2025 / Location: Bethel Christian Reformed Church (Princeton, MN) Old Testament prophecies point to Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah. He tests two travelers on the Road to Emmaus. Who do you say he is?

  34. Undeserved Grace: The Friend of Sinners (Luke 5:29-32, Matthew 5:43-48)

    Text: Luke 5:29-32, Matthew 5:43-48 / Date: 3-16-2025 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Does our self righteousness get in the way of the healing Jesus came to bring? Do we recognize his grace for us as the same he offers to our enemies? A call to love like Jesus loved.

  35. Living As Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16)

    Text: Matthew 5:13-16 / Date: 1-26-2025 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) In a world full of decay and darkness Jesus calls us to preserve truth and bring his light.

  36. Breaking the Silence (Luke 1:67-80)

    Text: Luke 1:67-80 / Date: 12-1-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) With the arrival of John the Baptist his father's silence is broken. So to is the silence of God, as a prophetic voice returns to his people for the first time in 400 years.

  37. Finding God in the Silence (I Kings 19:3-14)

    Text: I Kings 19:3-14 / Date: 11-10-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Can you hear God through all the noise in your life? He demonstrates his presence and power to Elijah again. This time in the silence.

  38. Finding God in the Fire (I Kings 18:16-39)

    Text: I Kings 18:16-39 / Date: 11-3-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) God calls his people back to him by demonstrating his power and superiority over the idols that turn our attention away from him.

  39. A New Life (Romans 6:1-8)

    Text: Romans 6:1-8 / Date: 9-29-2024 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) What does baptism symbolize and signify? What should we be reminded of as we remember our baptism? Romans speaks of sin and grace, burial and resurrection, old life and new life.

  40. A Path Through the Chaos (Exodus 14:21-15:21)

    Text: Exodus 14:21-15:21 / Date: 8-18-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) God makes himself known through the waters delivering the Israelites from the Egyptians. Do we trust God in our uncertainty during our Red Sea moments?

  41. Free But Frightened (Exodus 13:17-14:20)

    Text: Exodus 13:17-14:20 / Date: 8-11-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) The Israelites are released from Egypt but find themselves pursued with their backs against the water. In this liminal time between slavery and the Promised Land do they trust in God to…

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  42. The Fruit of Our Faith (Galatians 5:22-25)

    Text: Galatians 5:22-25 / Date: 8-4-2024 / Location: Bethel Christian Reformed Church (Princeton, MN) We are called to live in step with the Spirit and not the sinful nature. Our call to bear fruit is explored using the Fruit of the Spirit and other passages referencing the fruit in our lives.

  43. Impressed and Oppressed (Exodus 4:29-5:21)

    Text: Exodus 4:29-5:21 / Date: 7-14-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) How do we respond when things get difficult? Moses' message to the people is well received until Pharaoh makes it harder for the people.

  44. The Staff (Exodus 3:16-4:20)

    Text: Exodus 3:16-4:20 / Date: 7-7-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) God demonstrates his power to a Moses who remains reluctant to carry God's message and instructions to his people and those oppressing them.

  45. From the River to the Royals (Exodus 2:1-10)

    Text: Exodus 2:1-10 / Date: 6-16-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Moses is drawn out of the Nile and into Pharoah's palace demonstrating the ways God uses what is intended for evil for his good. He redeems us for his purposes.

  46. Spiritual Healing (Matthew 9:1-8)

    Text: Matthew 9:1-8 / Date: 6-9-2024 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) Revisiting this passage with a new congregation. Jesus shows himself capable of healing the physical, the natural, and the supernatural. But more important than these is spiritual healing.

  47. Wells and Fences (John 4:3-30, 39-42)

    Text: John 4:3-30, 39-42 / Date: 5-26-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Jesus crosses boundaries to offer the Samaritan woman living water. An evaluation of the opportunities and obstacles we create that draw people to Christ and keep them from meeting him.

  48. Such a Time as This (Isaiah 40:28-31, The Book of Esther)

    Text: Isaiah 40:28-31, The Book of Esther / Date: 4-28-2024 / Location: Pease Christian Reformed Church (Pease, MN) Lessons from the Book of Esther about God working behind the scenes in our life and encouragement for all to rise up and serve him.

  49. Triumphant (Matthew 4:1-11)

    Text: Matthew 4:1-11 / Date: 3-24-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Jesus temptation in the wilderness and his obedience during Holy Week illustrate to us the trust we must have in our trials.

  50. True Faith (Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 21)

    Focus: Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 21 / Date: 3-17-2024 / Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church (New Brighton, MN) Revisiting the catechism's question "What is true faith?" with another congregation two years later. This question and answer points us to knowledge, truth, and trust by the power…

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