Reformation Riches

In this short, Rev. Joling looks at the nature and character of the church in relation to Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount.

What happened in the aftermath of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead? Rev. Joling continues looking at what happened to Jesus and Lazarus after this great miracle.

What role do good works have in the Christian life? Do they count for anything? Rev. Joling discusses the relation of good works and the Christian as he continues his study of the Heidelberg Catechism.

In this short, Pastor Joling discusses what it means for Christians to be lights in the world.

When Jesus' friend Lazarus was sick, He waited before visiting him until after he died. Why did Jesus wait? Rev. Joling begins his study of John 11 as he looks at one of Jesus' greatest miracles.

How are Christians considered right before God? Is Justification really by faith alone? Rev. Joling discusses these questions in connection with the Heidelberg Catechism and Philippians 3.

Pastor Joling reads from Psalm 49 noting the difference between seeking escape from death by the worlds means versus the Bible's way.

How do we know Jesus is the Son of God? The Jews asked Jesus the same question in John 10, and Pastor Joling brings us Jesus' answer as he continues his study of the Gospel of John.

The Heidelberg Catechism asks 'how does 'the resurrection of the body" comfort you?' Pastor Joling sets out to answer this question with the help of the Apostle Peter in Acts 2 and 3.

In this short, Pastor Joling notes the dialogical nature of the worship service, and how God starts off by calling His people to worship.

Why does Jesus compare himself to a shepherd? Pastor Joling looks at Jesus' claim to be the Good Shepherd in John 10.

Why are Christian's more happy than unbelievers? What is the source of their happiness? Pastor Joling answers these questions as he continues his study of the Heidelberg Catechism.

In this short, Pastor Joling recalls the Apostle Paul's words from Colossians 3 as he exhorts Christians to set their minds on the things of God.

When Jesus heals a blind man, the Pharisees scold and mock him for his testimony. Rev. Joling notes the blind man's strong response in John 9.

After Jesus' death on the cross, the disciples lamented their great loss. However, Pastor Joling notes that on the road to Emmaus, two disciples happen upon a man who expounded the scriptures in such ways they had never heard before.

In this short, Rev. Joling reminds us that Jesus did not come to abolish the Law, rather He came to fulfill it.

As we celebrate Good Friday, Pastor Joling recounts the crucifixion scene found in the Gospel of Mark.

What is the communion of the saints? Rev. Joling considers the nature of believers with one another in connection with the Heidelberg Catechism and Ephesians 4.

In this short, special guest speaker, Mr. Brennan Kiledjian, exhorts about the trouble Israel faced with trusting God before the crossing of the Red Sea in Exodus 14.

As the Jews debated who Jesus was, He made the startling statement that 'before Abraham was, I am.' What did Jesus mean by this? Rev. Joling dives into the controversial claim Jesus makes at the end of John 8.

Who builds the Church? Is it by the hands of men? Organizations? Popes? Rev. Joling shows that the Heidelberg Catechism and the Gospel of Matthew teach that the Lord Jesus builds the Church.

Pastor Joling reads from Mark chapter 7 as he focuses on the sinful nature of man and how it originates from the heart.

How can Christians deal with the difficulties in this life? Our special guest speaker, Mr. Brennan Kiledjian, exhorts Christians to stand firm in trials and run to the Lord Jesus for help.

When Goliath came out and challenged Israel, what did King Saul and the Israelites do? This week, our special guest speaker, Mr. Brennan Kiledjian, exhorts how the taunts of Goliath pointed the people to look for a champion, and how Christians are to look for Christ the ultimate champion.

In this short, Pastor Joling exhorts believers to enter worship services with joy and gladness.

Why is Jesus called 'the Light of the World'? Rev. Joling looks at Jesus' claim to be the 'Light of the World' as he resumes his study of John 8.

Who is the Holy Spirit and what is His relationship to the Christian? Pastor Joling considers this question in connection with Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 20 and Romans 8.

In this short, Pastor Joling reminds believers that only God can change our sinful hearts, and that there is nothing that we can do to change ourselves.

What did Jesus do when the Pharisees brought an adulteress woman to Him? Rev. Joling looks at the interaction between Jesus, the adulteress woman, and the Pharisees in John 8.

What will Jesus be doing when the Final Judgment comes? Pastor Joling examines what Jesus teaches considering His role in the Final Judgment as he continues his look at the Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 19.

Pastor Joling reads from Proverbs 3 noting the wisdom to trust in the Lord with all your heart.

When the Pharisees attempted to arrest Jesus, the Lord cried out for the peoples to come and drink and believe in Himself. Pastor Joling continues his exposition of John 7 looking at how the people were divided on Jesus' identity.

What happened after Jesus ascended into heaven? Pastor Joling looks at what happened when Jesus ascended into heaven and how that benefits the Christian in connection with Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 19.

In this short, Rev. Joling ponders what the Apostle Paul writes about Christian Liberty in Galatians 3 and 5.

While Jesus was popular among some groups of people, others harbored wicked feelings towards Him. Rev. Joling discusses the hostility Christ faced in his day as he continues his study of John's gospel.

Where did Christ go after He was raised from the dead? And how does this benefit believers still on earth? Today, Rev. Joling continues his study of the Heidelberg Catechism as he looks at the phrase '[Christ] ascended into heaven.

In this short, Pastor Joling notes the importance of worshipping God with both our lips and our hearts.

Many of the people listening to Jesus left him. When Jesus asked the disciples why they stayed, Peter said, 'you have the words of eternal life.' Pastor Joling returns in his study of John's gospel to see how to live forever.

The Heidelberg Catechism asks, 'how does Christ's resurrection benefit us?' Today, Pastor Joling returns to his study of the Heidelberg Catechism to answer that question.

Pastor Joling reads Proverbs 11 (NKJV) noting that the generous heart is the pleasure of the Lord.

The church of Ephesus held a special place in the heart of the Apostle Paul. Our special guest speaker, Rev. Stan Way, continues examining Ephesians 1 as he looks at the prayer Paul offers on behalf of the Ephesians.

As Paul begins his letter to the Ephesians, he give praise to God for who He is and what He has done in predestination. This week, our special guest speaker, Rev. Stan Way, retired senior minister of Cornerstone United Reformed Church in Medford, OR, considers Paul's opening statements in Ephesians 1.

In this short, Pastor Joling reminds the saints that while the law of God shows His holiness, it also shows His great mercy in redemption.

After Jesus fed the Five Thousand, he began to explain that if anyone wanted to have life, they must come to him. Pastor Joling considers the words Jesus says as he continues his study of John 6.

Where do we go when we die? What is the fate of believers? As Rev. Joling continues his study of the Heidelberg Catechism, we see that the Christian can take comfort in death.

Evangelism can be a difficult and sometimes discouraging endeavor. In this short, Rev. Murphy reassures us in our evangelistic outreach.

What did Jesus teach when He fed the Five Thousand? Rev. Joling looks at the statements Jesus made in the opening verses of John 6.

Why did Jesus have to suffer before His crucifixion at the hands of Pontius Pilate and the Romans? Rev. Joling continues his study of the Heidelberg Catechism as he examines the suffering of Jesus.

In this short, Pastor Joling considers the pledge the psalmist calls us to make as we give thanks to God.

Why would the Pharisees of Jesus' day challenge His authority? Today, Pastor Joling looks at how Jesus defended his witness and authority in John 5.