Monthly Archives: January 2011

Genesis 25:19-34 | Struggle and election

January 30, 2011 – 6:52 pm

The story of the birth of Jacob and Esau demonstrates that “God’s purpose of election might continue, not because of works but because of his call.” Scripture Lesson: Genesis 25:19-34 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.struggleandelection01-30-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in adversity, election, Eternal decree, faith, Genesis, God, God (nature of), God's mercy, Gospel, holiness, Israel, judgement, love, predestination, reprobation, Sermons (Catechetical), sin | Comments (0)

1 Corinthians 7:17-24 | Callings

January 30, 2011 – 6:39 pm

Because God the King has redeemed you from sin, death and the devil, you are free to fulfill your obligations in life (your “callings”) and motivated to do so as a servant of the King. Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 43:1-13 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.callings01-30-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in 1 Corinthians, effectual calling, how to live, Sermons (Scriptural), suffering | Comments (0)

Mk 12:13-17 | Living As A Pilgrim In A Foreign Kingdom

January 30, 2011 – 4:06 pm

Mk 12:13-17 | Living As A Pilgrim In A Foreign Kingdom http://media.urclearning.org/audio/MSJ_2011-01-30_Mk_12_13-17.mp3

By Rev. Movses Janbazian | Posted in Mark, Sermons (Scriptural) | Comments (0)

Westminster Confession Ch. 19 Para. 1,2 | Eternal Law, Covenant, And Conscience

January 30, 2011 – 4:02 pm

Westminster Confession Ch. 19 Para. 1,2 | Eternal Law, Covenant, And Conscience http://media.urclearning.org/audio/MSJ_2011_01_16_Eternal_Law_Covenant_And_Conscience.mp3

By Rev. Movses Janbazian | Posted in conscience, Covenant of Works, Law, Sermons (Catechetical), Westminster Confession of Faith | Comments (0)

Mk 12:1-12 | Real Vs. Stolen Authority

January 30, 2011 – 3:57 pm

Mk 12:1-12 | Real Vs. Stolen Authority http://media.urclearning.org/audio/MSJ_2011-01-16_Mk_12_1-12.mp3

By Rev. Movses Janbazian | Posted in Mark, Sermons (Scriptural) | Comments (0)

Heidelberg Lord’s Day 32 | Abundant Gratitude

January 30, 2011 – 3:55 pm

Heidelberg Lord’s Day 32 | Abundant Gratitude http://media.urclearning.org/audio/MSJ_2011_01_02_Abundant_Gratitude.mp3

By Rev. Movses Janbazian | Posted in gratitude, Heidelberg Catechism, Sermons (Catechetical) | Comments (0)

Ruling Officers In A Gracious Church

January 30, 2011 – 3:51 pm

Ruling Officers In A Gracious Church http://media.urclearning.org/audio/MSJ_2011-01-02_Ruling_Officers_In_A_Gracious_Church.mp3

By Rev. Movses Janbazian | Posted in Office of deacon, Office of elder, Sermons (Scriptural) | Comments (0)

1 Corinthians 7:10-16 | Marriage and Divorce

January 24, 2011 – 9:52 pm

Stay true to your calling as a faithful spouse in marriage in order to deal with the pressures of the world. Old Testament Lesson: Malachi 2:10-16 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.marriageanddivorce01-16-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in 1 Corinthians, marriage, Sermons (Scriptural) | Comments (0)

1 Corinthians 7:1-9 | Sex and Marriage

January 24, 2011 – 9:44 pm

Sex and marriage are good; sex within marriage being restorative. Old Testament Lesson: Genesis 2:18-25 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.sexandmarriage01-01-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in 1 Corinthians, Gospel, headship of husbands, marriage, Sermons (Scriptural) | Comments (0)

Genesis 25:1-18 | Abraham’s Death

January 24, 2011 – 9:34 pm

In Abraham’s death he finally receives the promises of God. Scripture Lesson: Genesis 25:1-18 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.abrahamsdeath01-16-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in faith, God's sovereignty, Gospel, Heavenly Inheritance, Sermons (Catechetical) | Comments (0)

Genesis 23 and 24 | Death and Marriage

January 24, 2011 – 7:48 pm

The burial of Sarah and marriage of Isaac to Rebekah confirm the promises of God to give Abraham many descendents and the land of Canaan, which signifies heaven. Scripture Lesson: Genesis 23 and 24 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.deathandmarriage01-09-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in Genesis, God's sovereignty, Heavenly Inheritance, Sermons (Catechetical) | Comments (0)

Genesis 22:1-19 | The death and resurrection of the heir

January 3, 2011 – 8:52 pm

Abraham’s obedience to sacrifice Isaac symbolizes Christ’s obedience to be sacrificed. Scripture Lesson: Genesis 22:1-19 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.deathofheir01-02-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in Christ (priesthood of), faith, forgiveness, Genesis, God (nature of), Gospel, grace, promises of God, Sermons (Catechetical) | Comments (0)

1 Corinthians 6:12-20 | The purpose of the body

January 3, 2011 – 8:45 pm

Having a theology of the body and creation is one of the biggest helps in avoiding sexual immorality. Old Testament Lesson: Genesis 2:18-25 http://media.urclearning.org/audio/tm.thebody01-02-11.mp3

By Rev. Tom Morrison | Posted in 1 Corinthians, Holy Spirit, how to live, marriage, Sermons (Scriptural), sin | Comments (0)

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