First Reformed Church (frc)

Fuel: Called to Serve. Pastor Mark will lead us through a study of Romans 12:3-8 where the apostle Paul challenges the early church on the “how” and “why” of serving others

Our series on the Heidelberg Catechism continues with The Lord’s Prayer petition, “Give us this day our daily bread.”  Jesus taught His disciples to ask for their daily bread from their Heavenly Father.  As we reflect on Biblical history, we see how God meets the needs of His people time and time again

Pastor Tim discusses the third person of the trinity, the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is a person who lights a fire in the inmost being of our souls. He knows the deepest part of us and it is there that we learn to yield to Him

This sermon concludes the Foundations series with a discussion of the resurrection from death and of eternal life. Pastor Tim will uses 1 Thessalonians 4 as a starting point

Pat Miersma, one of our mission partners, will be sharing with us

In Foundations Week 5 we continue working our way through the Apostle’s Creed.  We consider what the purpose of the church is, why the Holy Spirit matters, and why forgiveness is so central to our work. The scripture refernce comes from John 17:20-23. #BetterTogether

Pastor Mark concludes the section of the Heidelberg Catechism on the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:14-17 & Q/A 108-113)

This service begins the second half of the Fall Study in the Apostles’ Creed, Foundations. Pastor Tim will considers the ascension and reign of Jesus. The main Bible text comes from Hebrews

Our Fall Study in the Apostles’ Creed, Foundations, marches on. This week, Pastor Tim will look at what’s of “first importance” according to the Bible. Our Bible text this week comes from 1 Corinthians 15:1-

Pastor Mark continues on the Heidelberg Catechism, Q & A 105-107, discussing the 6th Commandment, “You shall not kill.”

In Foundations, Week 2, Pastor Tim will move us from the recognition that God is “Out There” to the realization that God is “Right Here.” The Bible text is John 3:1-

This is week 1 of Foundations: What Christians Believe and Why it Matters. In the opening message, Pastor Tim will begin with the most fundamental belief of Christian faith—that God exists

Our study of the Ten Commandments section of the Heidelberg Catechism continues with a reflection on keeping the name of the Lord holy. Pastor Tim explores Exodus 3—the revelation at the burning bush—as a way of considering the mysterious & powerful name of God

Pastor Mark will conclude the book study “The Family You’ve Always Wanted”, focusing on the important role of husbands and fathers in the family, and a special message for wives and mothers. Bible text comes from Ephesians 5:21-25 and Psalm 78:4, 6-

Pastor Mark begins exploring the Heidelberg Catechism’s section on the 10 Commandments. In the first two commandments, God calls the world to place nothing before Him. In a “me-centered” society, this is tough to live out when it seems the world has forgotten God

The sermon text for this week comes from Ephesians 6:1-

In week four of “The Family You’ve Always Wanted,” Pastor Tim will expand on Dr. Chapman’s chapters 5-7 and consider the role that engaged parents can have in the lives of their children. Our Bible text comes from Deuteronomy

Tom Hydeen shares insights on Psalm 19 and Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 92-93, which speak of God’s law and our response to His commandments

In week three of “The Family You’ve Always Wanted,” Pastor Tim will share a glimpse into premarital counseling as he invites us to consider Intimate Spouses in light of Genesis chapter

Pastor Mark continues the Heidelberg Catechism series Questions & Answers 87-91. The focus is Psalm 32—our need for repentance and the joy that follows because of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. That’s right—there is joy in repentance!!