Sermons by Rev. Christopher Folkerts (Page 60)
Betrayal and Arrest
Bible Text: Matthew 26:47-56 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts | Series: Exposition of Matthew For us Jesus was betrayed and crucified. What happened Lesssons Jesus bore the inward pain of betrayal for us. Jesus reveals the folly of those who think they are wiser than him. Jesus repudiates violence or coercion as the way to advance his kingdom. Jesus exercises his Lordship in our salvation. Jesus willingly submitted to God’s will as the appointed Lamb of God.
The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved
Bible Text: John 21:21; 1 John 1:1-10 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts | Series: Exposition of 1 John The disciple whom Jesus loved. Who was the Apostle John? What is the theme of his first letter?
Gethsemane
Bible Text: Matthew 26:36-46 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts | Series: Exposition of Matthew Jesus prepares himself for the cross that awaits him. The sorrow of the suffering Servant The concern of the suffering Servant for his disciples
Christ is the End of the Law: Part 2 – The Second Table
Bible Text: Romans 10:4 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts “Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.” Submitting to God’s righteousness fulfilled in Christ’s obedience to the second table of the law.
Jesus Institutes the Lord’s Supper
Bible Text: Matthew 26:26-30 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts | Series: Exposition of Matthew Jesus institutes the Lord’s Supper for the edification and comfort of his followers. The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is: A testimony of his substitutionary atonement for believers. A testimony of his eternal bond with believers. A testimony of his communion with believers. A promise of the conquest of his Father’s kingdom.
Christ is the End of the Law: Part 1 – The First Table
Bible Text: Romans 10:4 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts “Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.” The vain efforts of the flesh to please God Submitting to God’s righteousness fulfilled in Christ’s obedience to the first table of the law
I Will Pour Out My Spirit
Bible Text: Joel 2:28-29 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh. The crying need. The generous outpouring satisfies the crying need. Can we seek a fuller measure of the Holy Spirit?
In Him: Understanding Your Identity in Jesus Christ
Bible Text: Ephesians 1:4 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts In him we have our true identity. Understanding our problem. An identity in Jesus Christ.
Great is Your Steadfast Love Toward Me
Bible Text: Psalm 86:1-17 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts Great is your steadfast love toward me. My need. My God. Answer me.
Judas Iscariot
Bible Text: Matthew 26:14-25 | Preacher: Rev. Christopher Folkerts | Series: Exposition of Matthew Judas decides to betray his Lord. Judas plots to betray Jesus. Jesus reveals Judas at the Passover meal.