Redeemer Sermons
By Edward Suffern
Redeemer SermonsMar 20, 2022
2024-05-12-Genesis 35-16-29
A Message: Life and Death in the Everyday
from the Bible: Genesis 35:16-29 (p. 34)
on: May 12, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The sacrifice of mothers
- vs. 16-20
The leadership of fathers
- vs. 16, 18, 21-26
All in the face of death
- vs. 8, 19-20, 27-29
2024-05-05-Genesis 35-1-15
A Message: The Road to God’s House
from the Bible: Genesis 35:1-15 (p. 34)
on: May 5, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Commands and contrition bring courage to move forward
35:1-6
Worship the God who names Himself and His worshipers
35:7-12
Serve the One who has spoken to us at Bethel
35:13-15
2024-04-28-Genesis 33:17 to 34:31
A Message: Compromise Courts Conflict
from the Bible: Genesis 33:17 to 34:31
on: April 28, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Cutting corners
- vs. 33:17- to 34:4
Keeping peace and making war
- vs. 34:5-29
Troubled father and satisfied sons
- vs. 34:30-31
2024-04-21-Genesis 33:1-20
A Message: A Proper Exit Before a Promised Entrance
from the Bible: Genesis 33:1-20
on: April 21, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God answers prayers with an embrace
- vs. 1-4
Two levels of a single event
- vs. 5-11
The danger of false partnership and consequent diversion
- vs. 12-20
2024-04-14-Genesis 32:22-32
A Message: Wrestling with God and Blessed by God
from the Bible: Genesis 32:22-32
on: April 14, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The wrestling vs. 22-25
The blessing vs. 26-29
The declarations vs. 30-32
2024-04-07-Genesis 32:1-21
A Message: Protected, We Pray and Prepare
from the Bible: Genesis 32:1-21
on: April 6, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Protected as two camps, in more ways than one
- vs. 1-8
Pray because your life depends on it
- vs. 9-12
Prepare with the mind and resources God gave you
- vs. 13-21
2024-03-31-1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
A Message: His Resurrection and Our Hope
from the Bible: Genesis 31:9-55
on: March 31, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
OUTLINE
“If we believe that Jesus died and rose again” 1 Thessalonians 4:14 THE CREDIBLE CONFIDENCE WE HAVE IN CHRIST’S RESURRECTION “God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus” 1 Thessalonians 4:13,14 THE COSMIC CONVEYANCE OF SAINTS RESURRECTED FROM THE DEAD “Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up and further clothed” 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18 2 Corinthians 5:4 THE FURTHER CLOTHED CAUGHT UP
2024-03-24-2 Samuel 15:30-32; Luke 19:28-38
A Message: Kingly Moments on the Mount of Olives
from the Bible: 2 Samuel 15:30-32; Luke 19:28-38
on: Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A Planned Proclamation of the King and Praise of God
- Luke 19:29, 37
A king needs the King
- 2 Sam. 15:30-32
The King is exalted upon His throne and shall return
- Acts 1:8-14
The King will stand again on the Mount of Olives in glory
- Zech 14:3, 4
2024-03-17-Genesis 31-9-55 (sermon and final hymn)
A Message: God Glorified in the Protection of His People
from the Bible: Genesis 31:9-55
on: March 17, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s calls for His people to go to the land
- vs. 9-30
God whom we fear protects, while idols are mocked
- vs. 31-42
God as judge vindicates Jacob’s peaceful departure
- vs. 43-55
2024-03-03-Genesis 29:31--Genesis 30:24
A Message: Salvation as a Gift of God’s Grace
from the Bible: Genesis 29:31-30:24
on: March 3, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Human preferences do not govern God’s preferred future
- Genesis 29:31-35
Exasperated? Glorify God! He is sovereign in our messes.
- Genesis 30:1-13
Man’s works are no match for a God who listens
- Genesis 30:14-24
Elder Ken Burl-2024-02-25-Matthew 18:21-35
A Message: Living as Channels of Mercy
from the Bible: Matthew 18:21-35 On: February 25, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
No Finality to Forgiveness
- 21-22
Mercy, Not Justice
- 23-27
An Unforgiving Heart is an Unforgiven Heart
- 28-35
2024-02-18-Genesis 29:1-30
A Message: God at Work
from the Bible: Genesis 29:1-30 on: February 18, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
When God is at work, lift your feet and trust His providence
- vs. 1-6
God’s work joins our service to His discipline
- vs. 7-27
God’s work can combine sadness with significance
- vs. 28-30
2024-02-11-Genesis 28:10-22
A Message: Grace From Out of This World
from the Bible: Genesis 28:10-22
on: February 11, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Asleep, the object of God’s surprising grace
- vs. 10-13a
Addressed and blessed by overflowing grace
- vs. 13b-15
Awoke and impressed by God’s grace
- vs. 16-22
2024-02-04-Genesis 27:41 -- 28:9
A Message: Misery and Blessing
from the Bible: Genesis 27:41-28:9
on: February 4, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Unwinding the misery of sin – vs. 41-46
flight – vs. 41-43
fear – vs. 44, 45
fatigue – v. 46
Blessed for the journey - 28:1-5
Too little, too late – 28:6-9
2024-01-28-Genesis 26:34--27:40
A Message: Ways to Rebel Against God’s Indomitable Will
from the Bible: Genesis 26:34--27:40
on: January 28, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Marry unbelievers who are outside the covenant of God
--Gen. 26:34-35
----Esau
Reject God’s Word
--Gen. 27:1-4
----Isaac
Plot sin in the supposed service of God’s Word
--Gen. 27:5-10
----Rebekah
Plead pragmatism rather than principle
--Gen. 27:11-29
----Jacob
Repent with a worldly sorrow
--Gen. 27:30-40
----Esau
2024-01-21-Genesis 26:1-33
A Message: Same God
from the Bible: Genesis 26:1-33
on: January 21, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
(verse divisions and headings from Davis, GOD’S RASCAL)
Same problems, same promises
-vs. 1-6
Same peril, same protection
-vs. 7-11
Same pressures, same provision
-vs. 12-22
Same place, same peace
-vs. 23-33
2024-01-14-Genesis 25-19-34
A Message: A Prophecy of the LORD Begins to Be Fulfilled
from the Bible: Genesis 25:19-34 (p. 23)
on: January 14, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A prayer leads to struggle, and aprophecy explains it
vs. 19-26
The stronger and weaker are born and develop in the family
vs. 27-31
Despising his birthright, the older lived life as he pleased
vs. 32-34
2024-01-07-Genesis 25-1-19
A Message: Generations of God’s Providence and Grace
from the Bible: Genesis 25:1-19 (p. 23)
on: January 7, 2024 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Tôledôt – genealogy
25:12 – the genealogy of Ishmael
25:19 – the genealogy of Isaac
Generations in Genesis – The Tôledôt in history
(from Allen B. Ross, Creation and Blessing)
2:4 – history of the heavens and earth
What became of creation, evil invaded, sin, grace promised.
5:1 – genealogy of Adam
Death, all died except one who walked with God, Enoch
6:9 – the genealogy of Noah
judgment (Flood), “un-creation”, re-creation, grace (6:8)
10:1 – the genealogy of the sons of Noah
Table of Nations, Dispersion and chaos after Tower of Babel
11:10 – the genealogy of Shem (a son of Noah)
Shem is ancestor of Abraham, leading to blessing
11:27 - the geneaology of Terah, (the father of Abram)
The promise of blessing to Abraham and His seed
Call – 12:1-9
Focus on the land – 12:10-15:21
Focus on the seed – 16- 21
Test of Abraham – 22:1-19
Transfer of the promise to the seed of Abraham – 22:20-25:11
land (ch. 23),
seed (ch. 24),
dominion (ch. 25)
The family of the covenant of grace is clarified
25:1-5, 12-18
Tôledôt – v. 12 -genealogy of Ishmael
A covenant keeper gathered to his people, leaving blessing
25:6-11
The family of the covenant of grace is clarified
2023-12-31-Ephesians 6:21-24
A Message: A Benediction Imparted In Deed and Truth
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:21-24
on: December 31, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
The comfort of concern and caring
vs. 21-22
Peace, love, with faith, from God the Father and Christ
v. 23
Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus, in eternity
v. 24
2023-24-Christmas Eve Service-Various Verses
Opening Sentences - Isaiah 40:1; 40:3-5
First Lesson - God announces in the Garden of Eden that the seed of woman shall bruise the serpent's head. - Genesis 3:8-15
Second Lesson - God promises faithful Abraham that in his seed the nations of the earth shall be blessed. - Genesis 22:13-18
Third Lesson - Christ's Birth and Kingdom Are Foretold by Isaiah. - Isaiah 7:14; 9:2; 9:6-7
Fourth Lesson - The Prophet Micah Foretells the Glory of Bethlehem. - Micah 5:2-5a
Fifth Lesson - The angel Gabriel salutes the virgin Mary. - Luke 1:26-38
Sixth Lesson - The Evangelist Luke tells of the birth of Jesus. - Luke 2:1-7
Seventh Lesson - The Shepherds go the the Manger. - Luke 2:8-20
Eighth Lesson - The wise men are led by the star to Jesus. - Matthew 2:1-12
Ninth Lesson - The Apostle John unfolds the great mystery of the incarnation. - John 1:1-14
Message - "A True Christmas Congregation"
2023-12-24-Luke 1:57-2:7
A Message: LOVE: Love Came Down at Christmas
from the Bible: Luke 1:56-2:7
on: December 24, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A great love shown
- v. 58
A promised love performed
- v. 72
A tender love visiting
- v. 78
2023-12-17-Luke 1:39-58
A Message: JOY: Joy in Community with Christ
from the Bible: Luke 1:39-58
on: December 17, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Facing the joy
- vs. 39-43
Fulfillments of the Lord’s promise are reasons for joy
- vs. 44-45
Foundations of joy
- vs. 46-56
2023-12-10-Luke 1:26-38
A Message: PEACE:Christ’s Peace Is Powerful
from the Bible: Luke 1:26-38
on: December 10, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s favor will trouble you before it brings you peace
- vs. 26-30
Christ’s peace established through Christ’s kingdom
- vs. 31-33
- Acts 10:36 and 43
Find peace through submission to God’s Word
- vs. 34-38
2023-12-03-Advent-1-Luke 1:1-25
A Message: HOPE: Hope Is There For the Believing
from the Bible: Luke 1-25 (p. 902)
on: December 3, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
Introduction
Hope defined certainly - vs. 1-4
Hope declared through God’s Word - v. 5-17
Hope divides because of unbelief and faith - vs. 18-25
2023-11-26-Ephesians 6:18-20
A Message: Prayer and Proclamation with Perseverance
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:18-20
on: November 26, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Pray to Put on the Armor of God
-v. 18a
Pray for All the Saints,Persevering and Watchful
- v. 18b
Pray for Ambassadors of Christ Who Will Speak Boldly
-vs. 19-20
2023-11-19-Ephesians 6:14-17
A Message: Sufficient For the Saints
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:10-13 on: November 19, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
An armor of God and of Christ is sufficient for the saints
Willing to wage spiritual warfare (TRUTH),
Wearing what’s necessary (RIGHTEOUSNESS),
Walking into spiritual warfare (GOSPEL OF PEACE)
vs. 14, 15
Warding off the wicked one (FAITH),
Watch-care over what we believe (SALVATION),
Wielding the sword of the Spirit (THE WORD OF GOD)
vs. 16, 17
2023-11-12-Ephesians 6:10-13
A Message: The Splendid Armor from the Bible: Ephesians 6:10-13 on: November 12, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
God’s provision of a splendid and sufficient armor
vs. 10-11a
God’s people are afflicted by supernatural enemies
vs. 11b-12
God’s people are responsible to take up God’s armor
v. 13
2023-11-5-23-Ephesians 6:5-9
A Message: Life at Work as Servants of Christ
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:5-9
on: November 5, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
With heart and goodwill, serve as unto Christ
-v. 5-7
Everyone called to the good in light of the Second Coming
-v. 8
Masters, who have a Master, do good without threatening
-v. 9
Elder Ken Burl - 2023-10-22-Psalm 139-Theology for Worship
A Message: Theology for Worship
from the Bible: Psalm 139:1-24 (p. 554)
on: October 22, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
God Knows All
-- (verses. 1-6)
God is Everywhere and All Powerful
-- (verses. 7-16)
God’s Truth for Life
-- (verses 17-24)
2023-10-29-Ephesians 6:1-4-The Lord Covers the Bases on the Homefront
A Message: The Lord Covers the Bases on the Homefront
from the Bible: Ephesians 6:1-4 (p. 1041)
on: October 29, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Humanity as male and female.
Humanity as a historical being.
Humanity as a material being.
Children, obey your parents in the Lord
-v. 1
Honor father and mother in order to be a repaired for life
-vs. 2-3
Not provoking children, fathers promote the Lord’s training
-v. 4
2023-10-22-1-Psalm 139:1-24
A Message: Theology for Worship from the Bible: Psalm 139:1-24
on: October 22, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
God Knows All
-- (verses. 1-6)
God is Everywhere and All Powerful
-- (verses. 7-16)
God’s Truth for Life
-- (verses 17-24)
2023-10-15-2-Ephesians 5:28-33
A Message: Motivations for Loving and Submitting
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:28-33
on: October 15, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
The motivation of caring
--vs. 28-29
The motivation of witness
--vs. 30-32
The motivation of mutuality
--v. 33
Rev Rob Hill-2023-10-08-Autumn Conference(4th Sermon)-Ecclesiastes 11:8-12:7-Joy for the Young and Old
Fourth message in a series of four at the Autumn Conference.
Rev Rob Hill-2023-10-08-Autumn Conference(3rd Sermon)-Ecclesiastes 3:1-8-Purpose in Time's Passage
Third sermon in a series of four at the Autumn Conference.
Rev Rob Hill-2023-10-07-Autumn Conference(2nd Sermon)-Ecclesiastes 12:13-A Life That Matters
Second Message in a series of 4 at the Autumn Conference
Rev Rob Hill - 2023-10-06-Autumn Conference (1st Sermon)-Ecclesiastes 1:1-2- Vanity of Vanities
Vanity of Vanities
Ecclesiastes 1:1-2
The Preacher We Must Hear
The Preacher's Primary Theme
The Preacher's Primary Theme Expounded
2023-10-01-1-Ephesians 5:22-27- Loving and Submitting
A Message: Loving and Submitting
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:22-27 (p. 1041)
on: October 1, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
God’s Creation of humanity and the Salvation of Christ’s Church
· vs. 23, 25-27
Wives are commanded to submit to their own husbands
· vs. 22, 24
Husbands are commanded to love their wives
· vs. 25
2023-09-24-Psalm 40-From the Miry Clay to the Solid Rock
A Message: From the Miry Clay to the Solid Rock
from the Bible: Psalm 40 on: September 24, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Rescued from the pit by the Living LORD
– vs. 1-5
Righteousness from Christ proclaimed in His Church
– vs. 6-10
Rejoicing in the LORD’s preservation of the saints
-vs. 11-17
2023-09-17-Ephesians-5-15-21
A Message: Walk in Wisdom
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:15-21
on: September 17, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Walk in Love – v. 2
Walk in Light- v. 8
Walk in Wisdom – v. 15
Facts – vs. 15-17
Fuel – v. 18
Faith – vs. 19-21
2023-09-10-Ephesians-5-1-14
A Message: The Love, the Life, the Light
from the Bible: Ephesians 5:1-14 (p. 1040)
on: September 10, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Christ’s love is the foundation of our walk in love - vs. 1-2
Christ’s rule in our life requires our walk of holiness - vs. 3-7
Christ will give us light so that we walk as children of light - vs. 8-14
2023-08-27-Ephesians-4-17-24
A Message: Is Your Mind Learning Christ ... Or Not?
from the Bible: Ephesians 4:17-24
on: August 27, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, New York
Introduction
Futility of mind leads to being given over to serious sin
vs. 17-20
Romans 1:20-24 (p. 999)
Learn Christ and put off the old man
vs. 21-22
Be renewed in your mind and put on the new man
vs. 23-24
2023-08-13- Elder Ken Burl - Habakkuk 3 - "Shout, Let All Doubt Out"
The preacher serves as a ruling elder at RRPC. For best listening volume, use earbuds.
2023-08-06-Rev. Bill Shishko - Psalm 88 - Is Darkness Your Closest Friend?
Guest preacher and friend of RRPC, Rev. Bill Shishko, is a long-time pastor and church planter in Commack, NY, for the OPC.
2023-06-19 - Play from 25 minute mark-Memorial Service Sermon of Deacon Clint Traver
Mark 10:28-45
Humble Servant
2023-06-25-Rev. Tom Troxell
Genesis 3:1-15,
Matthew 4:1-11
The End of Enmity
2023-06-18-Ephesians 2:19-22- Together from Death to Life for a Purpose
A Message: Together from Death to Life for a Purpose
from the Bible: Ephesians 2:19-22
on: June 18, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
No longer foreigners, we are now fellow citizens and family on a firm foundation
vs. 19, 20
Strength and Stability built upon Christ
No longer dead, we are growing into a holy temple in the Lord
v. 21
Growth in the Lord
No longer drifting, we are built together for a purpose, to be the dwelling place of God in the Spirit
v. 22
A corporate intimacy in the Holy Spirit
2023-06-11 -Ephesians 2:14-18 - "Brought Near in the New Creation"
Sermon Outline Introduction
v. 15
Christ Creates Something New from the Two
v. 16
Lasting Peace through the Cross
vs. 17 and 18
All believers have access by the Holy Spirit to the Father
Ephesians 1:15-23 God's Triumph in Space and Time
A Message: God’s Triumph in Space and Time
from the Bible: Ephesians 1:15-23 (p. 1038)
on: May 7, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
Faith in Jesus and love from Him is a reason for prayer!
vs. 15 and 16
The hope of God’s calling of us in time
vs. 17, 18, 20b
God’s power toward us is proven by Christ’s place
Ephesians 1:7-14 Salvation in Time 2023/04/30
A Message: Salvation in Time
from the Bible: Ephesians 1:7-14 (p. 1038)
on: April 30, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction
A blessing planned before the foundation of the world
blesses us in the heavenly places in Christ
vs. 1-6
Redemption now through Christ’s blood
brings forgiveness abounding in all wisdom
vs. 7-8
The Father’s good pleasure in the fullness of the times
is to gather together in one, all things in Christ
vs. 9-10
An inheritance for the future is predestined for us and is
received as we trust in Christ, sealed with the Holy Spirit
vs. 11-14
Ephesians 1:1-7 Christ the Center 2023/04/23
A Message: Christ the Center
from the Bible: Ephesians 1:1-7 (p. 1038)
on: April 23, 2023 – 10:30 a.m.
at: Redeemer Reformed Presbyterian Church, Queensbury, NY
Introduction –
Christ the Center of every blessing – vs. 1-3
Christ the Center of God’s choosing - v. 4, 5
4a – before the foundation of the world
– election
4b – that we should be holy and without blame before Him
- unconditional election – chose us in Him - John 6:37-40
5b – predestined . . . according to the good pleasure of His will
Christ the Center of God’s saving – vs. 4-7
- sanctification – v. 4 - for holiness and without blame before Him in love
- adoption - v. 5 -having predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself
- justification - v. 6, 7 – to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which he made us accepted in the Beloved, in Him we have redemption through His blood . . .according to the riches of His grace