Trinity PCA Sermons

I Shall Not Be Shaken

“I Shall Not Be Shaken” Psalm 16 April 4, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Causes of being shaken 1. Running after other gods (4) 2. Discontentment (2, 5-7) 3. Fear of the certainty of death (10) II. How not to be shaken 1. Set the Lord before you (8, 1-2, 5, 11b; 1 Jn 3:2-3) 2. Delight in God’s people (3) 3. Believe in the resurrection (9-11; Acts 2:22-33) (A) Of Jesus (B) Of those united to Jesus

2 Samuel - Life in the Kingdom

“Life in the Kingdom” 2 Samuel 16-17 March 28, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Humility & hope because of the gospel (16:5-14) 1. Humility (5-11) 2. Hope (12) II. Courageous obedience in the midst of opposition (16:15-17:13; cf. 15:31) III. Steadfast trust in the sovereignty of God (17:14-23; Gen 50:20)

2 Samuel - How Do We Endure Dark Days?

“How Do We Endure Dark Days?” 2 Samuel 15 March 21, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. The dark days David experienced (1-17) 1. Consequence of his own sin (12:10-12) 2. Scheming of Absalom (1-7a) 3. Treachery of Absalom (7-17) II. How David endured the dark days (18-37) 1. Relied on faithful friends (18-23) 2. Trusted in Lord’s will (24-29) 3. Looked for Lord’s providence at work (30-37) 4. Foreshadowed the greater King who also would be rejected but victorious (Mt 26:30-50; Lk 22:39...

2 Samuel - A Slap on the Wrist for a Murderer: The Fallout of David’s Sin Continues

“A Slap on the Wrist for a Murderer: The Fallout of David’s Sin Continues” 2 Samuel 14 March 14, 2021 — Reverend Steve Johnson I. The Backstory II. The Fallout 1. Worldly Wisdom Replaces Godly Wisdom (2 Sam. 14:1-20) 2. Injustice for a Murderer (2 Sam. 14:21-24) 3. A Worldly Leader Begins to Rise (2 Sam. 14:25-27) 4. A Physically Close but Relationally Distant Relationship (2 Sam. 14:28-33) III. The End of the Fallout

2 Samuel - Dark Days Ahead in the Kingdom

“Dark Days Ahead in the Kingdom” 2 Samuel 13 March 7, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Credibility of the Bible (cf. 2 Sam 12:10-12) II. Depravity of people (1-2, 12-13, 15-17, 20, 22-23) III. Significance of listening (14, 16b, 20-21) IV. Need for the gospel (21; 31, 36-39; cf. Mt 5)

2 Samuel - You Are the Man!

“You Are the Man!” 2 Samuel 12 February 28, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Origin of grace (1, 25) II. Strategy of grace (1b-9) III. Cost of grace (10-19; Eph 2:4-9) 1. Absolutely free (Eph 2:4-9) 2. Yet, infinitely costly (10-19) IV. Hope of grace (20-25) So what? 1. Repentance 2. Prayer that ends in worship & trust

2 Samuel - Why did God put 2 Samuel 11 in the Bible?

“Why did God put 2 Samuel 11 in the Bible?” 2 Samuel 11 February 21, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Surprise of David’s sin (1 Sam 13:14, 16:12-13; 2 Sam 7, 5:2, 9:1-3) II. Extent of David’s sin (11:1-27) 1. Opportunity (1-2a) 2. Look & inquiry (2b-3) 3. Fall (4-5) 4. Cover up plan I (6-11) 5. Cover up plan II (12-13) 6. Cover up plan III (14-25) 7. Final cover up (26-27) III. Importance of David’s sin (27; 1 Cor 10:13; James 1:14-15) 1. “There but for the grace of God, go I” (...

2 Samuel - The Rejection of the Hesed of the Lord

“The Rejection of the Hesed of the Lord” 2 Samuel 10 February 14, 2021 — Reverend Steve Johnson I. The Love of the King (2 Sam. 10:1-2) II. The Rejection of the Love of the King (2 Sam. 10:3-5) III. The War Against the King (2 Sam. 10:6-17) IV. The Victory of the King (2 Sam. 10:18-19, 1 Cor. 15:20-28)

Two Kinds of Fear

”Two Kinds of Fear” Deut 6:1-5; Prov 1:7, 9:10; Jer 32:38-41; Ex 20:18-20; Gen 50:19-21; 2 Tim 1:7 February 7, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Two kinds of fear (Ex 20:18-20; 2 Tim 1:7; Prov 1:7, 9:10) 1. Wrong fear 2. Right fear II. What drives out sinful fear 1. Trusting God’s faithfulness to his covenant promises (Jer 32:38-41) 2. Trusting that God is at work (Gen 50:19-21; Rom 8:28) III. What godly fear produces 1. Love (Jer 32:38-41; Deut 6:1-5) 2. Wisdom (Prov 1:7, 9:10) 3. ...

Getting Worked Up About the Gospel

“Getting Worked Up About the Gospel” Galatians 1:1-12 January 31, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper Introduction → when was the last time you got really “worked up”? I. What was Paul so worked up about? (6, 8-9, 11-12) II. Why was Paul so worked up about it? (6b-7, 1-3) III. What happens when what Paul was worked up about is worked out correctly? (4, 10, Gal 3:13; Rom 6:14) 1. Freedom from the penalty and power of sin (10, Gal 3:13, Rom 6:14) 2. Deliverance from “the present evil age” (4) ...

2 Samuel - The Power and Result of the Hesed of the Lord

“The Power and Result of the Hesed of the Lord” 2 Samuel 9 January 24, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Power of the covenant 1. For Mephibosheth (A) Promise (1; 1 Sam 18-20) (B) Problem (2-4, 13b) (C) Provision (3, 5-13) 2. For us (A) Problem (Rom 5:6-11) (B) Promise (Gen 3:15; 1 Sam 7) (C) Provision (Rom 5:6-11) II. Result of the Covenant 1. For Mephibosheth 2. For us (A) Hesed toward the Lord (B) Hesed toward others (C) Not turning down the invitation to the King’s table

2 Samuel - God Said He Would Do It

“God Said He Would Do It” 2 Samuel 8 January 17, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What it says 1. Conflict & victory (1-6, 13-14) 2. Wealth secured (7-12) 3. Order established (15-18) II. What it means 1. Not... 2. But... III. What difference it makes for us 1. We must expect spiritual warfare (2 Tim 3:12; Jn 15:20; 16:33) 2. We must never lose hope (Jn 16:33; Rom 8:18, 35-39) 3. We must serve as Jesus’ ambassadors (2 Cor 5:20; 1 Peter 2:9; Rev 1:6)

2 Samuel - How Should We Respond to God’s Faithful Grace?

“How Should We Respond to God’s Faithful Grace?” 2 Samuel 7:18-29 January 10, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Marvel at God’s plan (18-24) 1. Grace for God’s people in the past (18, 23-24) 2. Grace for God’s people in the future (19) 3. Grace upon grace (20-21; Eph 2:8-9; Deut 7:6-8) 4. So what? → our theology must move us to... (A) Humility (18) (B) Doxology (20-22) II. Pray God’s promises (25-29) 1. Prayer based on God’s Word (25, 27-28; Jn 16:23) 2. Prayer focused on God’s glor...

2 Samuel - God’s Faithfulness to His Covenant Promises

“God’s Faithfulness to His Covenant Promises” 2 Samuel 7:1-17 January 3, 2021 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Upside-down plan of the human heart (1-5) 1. David & Nathan’s plan (1-3) 2. God’s response (4-5, 11b) II. God’s plan of steadfast love and grace (6-16) 1. God’s presence with his people (6-11a) 2. God’s provision for his people (11b-16) (A) Immediately in Solomon (B) Ultimately in Jesus 3. God’s faithfulness to his promises (9b-16) III. Proper response of God’s people 1. Relyi...

Advent - The Promise of Christ from the Old Testament IV

“The Promise of Christ from the Old Testament IV” Isaiah 52:13-53:12 December 27, 2020 — Mr. Steve Johnson I. The Despised Servant: The Nature of His Rejection (Isaiah 53:1-3, 7-9) II. The Atoning Servant: The Purpose of His Rejection (Isaiah 53:4-6) III. The Exalted Servant: The Reward of His Rejection (Isaiah 52:13-15; 53:10-12)

Advent - The Promise of Christ from the Old Testament III

“The Promise of Christ from the Old Testament III” Micah 5:1-6 December 20, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Jesus is the overlooked King (2; Mt 2:1-6) II. Jesus is the Shepherd King (4-5a; Jn 10:11-15; Ps 23) III. Jesus is the global King (3b, 4b; Jn 10:16; Rev 7:9-10; Eph 2:14-21) IV. Jesus is the future King (3; Ps 96:11-13; 1 Cor 15:24-26; Rom 8:31-39; Rev 22:20)

Advent - The Promise of Christ From the Old Testament II

“The Promise of Christ From the Old Testament II” Isaiah 9:1-7 December 13, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. The Need (8:19-22; 9:2a; Jer 10) 1. Then 2. Now II. The Provision 1. What (2, 6a) 2. Who (6b; Matt 4:12-16; Heb 4:15-16) (A) God who understands us & our needs → Wonderful Counselor (B) God who goes to battle for us → Mighty God (C) God who adopts us into his family never to be lost → Everlasting Father (D) God who will bring sovereign peace → Prince of Peace III. The Way ...

Advent - The Promise of Christ From the Old Testament

“The Promise of Christ From the Old Testament” Genesis 3:1-21 December 6, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Curse 1. To the serpent (14-15) 2. To the woman (16) 3. To the man (17-19) II. Promise 1. God pursues his people (8-9; Eph 2:1-4) 2. God makes a promise to his people (15) 3. God provides for his people (21)

2 Samuel 6:12-23

2 Samuel 6:12-23 November 29, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper

2 Samuel - Living Before the Lord

“Living Before the Lord” 2 Samuel 6:12-23 November 29, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper

2 Samuel - The Ark of the Covenant: Blessing & Danger of God’s Presence

“The Ark of the Covenant: Blessing & Danger of God’s Presence” 2 Samuel 6:1-15 November 22, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What it was (1-2; Exodus 25) 1. Description 2. Contents 3. Location 4. Purpose II. What it revealed 1. Picture of God (A) Ruler - King (B) Revealer - Prophet (C) Reconciler - Priest 2. Presence of God (A) Blessing (1-2, 10b-15) (B) Danger (3-10) III. So what? 1. Warning to take God seriously (Jn 3:36) 2. True hope for those in Christ (Rom 3:24; 1 Jn 2:2)

2 Samuel - Two Davids, Two Jerusalems, and One Promise-Keeping God

“Two Davids, Two Jerusalems, and One Promise-Keeping God” 2 Samuel 5 November 15, 2020 — Mr. Steve Johnson I. God’s Promise to David Fulfilled: The Shepherd-King Unites the Kingdom (2 Sam. 5:1-5) II. God’s Promise to Abraham Fulfilled: The Shepherd-King Wins the City & Defeats His Enemies (2 Sam. 5:6-25) III. God’s Promises to All His People Fulfilled: The New David in the New Jerusalem (Ezek. 34, John 10, Rev. 21)

2 Samuel - Treachery, Justice, and Why It Is Best to Trust and Wait on the Lord

“Treachery, Justice, and Why It Is Best to Trust and Wait on the Lord” 2 Samuel 4 November 8, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. A story of treachery (1-8) 1. Who? (1-3) 2. What? (5-7) 3. Why? (8) II. A response of justice (9-12) III. So what? 1. Never use theology for your own personal gain (8) 2. Importance of the overlooked (1, 4) 3. Trusting & patiently waiting on the Lord (2 Samuel 1-4) (A) Trusting in Jesus’ work & waiting for its consummation (B) Trusting in the God of justic...

2 Samuel - Chaos in the Kingdom

“Chaos in the Kingdom” 2 Samuel 2:12-3:39 November 1, 2020 — Rev. Chris Harper I. Stupidity of our sin (2:12-32; 3:1-5) 1. Example of Abner (2:12-32) 2. Example of David (3:1-5) II. Seriousness of seeking the wrong glory (3:1-39) 1. Example of Abner (3:1-11) 2. Example of Joab (3:12-39) III. Stability found only in the hope of God’s promises 1. Promise of the ultimate Peacekeeper (3:31-39; Rom 5:1) 2. Promise of the ultimate King (Rev 11:15-19) (A) What that means for how we live ...

God's Mission and Calling for Us

“God's Mission and Calling for Us” 2 Corinthians 4:5-6 October 25, 2020 — Reverend Owen Tarantino

Grace for the Quarrelsome, Humble Christian

“Grace for the Quarrelsome, Humble Christian” James 4:1-12 October 11, 2020 — Mr. Steve Johnson I. The Humility Proverb - Reapplied (James 4:6) II. The Problem: Quarreling Christians (James 4:1-5) III. The First Solution: The Grace of Humility toward God (James 4:6-10, cf. Heb. 9:14, Gal. 5:24) IV. The Second Solution: The Grace of Humility toward Others (James 4:11-12, cf. 3:13-18)

2 Samuel - The Need for Lament

“The Need for Lament” 2 Samuel 1:17-27 October 4, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Importance of lament (17-18) II. Cause of lament (19-21; 1 Sam 15) III. Model of lament (19-27; Jn 11)

2 Samuel - Be Like David? Yes and Absolutely Not!

“Be Like David? Yes and Absolutely Not!” 2 Samuel 1:1-16 September 27, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Be ready (1-10) II. Be genuinely grieved (11-12) III. Biblically fear the Lord (13-16) IV. Be like David? – Yes and absolutely not!

Grace for the Anxious, Humble Christian

“Grace for the Anxious, Humble Christian” 1 Peter 5:5-9 September 20, 2020 — Mr. Steve Johnson I. The Humility Proverb (1 Pet. 5:5) II. Vertical and Horizontal Humility (1 Pet. 5:5-7, James 4:1-10) III. Humility is Spiritual Warfare (1 Pet. 5:8, James 4:7) IV. Mercy: The Exception to the Proverb We All Need (1 Pet. 3:18, Phil. 2:3-11)

The Lord’s Supper: What It Is and What It Does (Part 2)

“The Lord’s Supper: What It Is and What It Does (Part 2)" Matthew 26:17-29; 1 Corinthians 11:23-32; 10:16-21; 12:12-13 September 13, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What is the Lord’s Supper? 1. It is instituted by Jesus (Matt 26:26-28; 1 Cor 11:23; 10:21) 2. It is a sign and seal (Matt 26:26-28; 1 Cor 11:24-26; Rom 4:11) 3. It is to be observed in the Church (Matt 26:20; 1 Cor 11:17ff) 4. It is to be observed until Jesus returns (1 Cor 11:24-26) II. What does the Lord Supper do? 1. ...

The Lord’s Supper: What It Is and What It Does

“The Lord’s Supper: What It Is and What It Does" Matthew 26:17-29; 1 Corinthians 11:23-32; 10:16-21; 12:12-13 September 13, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What is the Lord’s Supper? 1. It is instituted by Jesus (Matt 26:26-28; 1 Cor 11:23; 10:21) 2. It is a sign and seal (Matt 26:26-28; 1 Cor 11:24-26; Rom 4:11) 3. It is to be observed in the Church (Matt 26:20; 1 Cor 11:17ff) 4. It is to be observed until Jesus returns (1 Cor 11:24-26) II. What does the Lord Supper do? 1. Jesus pro...

Psalms - Out of the Depths

“Out of the Depths” Psalm 130 August 30, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Why was he in the depths? (1-4) 1. What it wasn’t 2. What it was II. What did he do to get out? 1. Cried out to God (1-3) 2. Reminded himself what is true (4-7) 3. Shared it with others (7-8) III. So what? 1. Follow the model of the psalmist 2. Fear the Lord (4b) 3. Fellowship with others (7-8)

Psalms - The Blessed Man

“The Blessed Man” Psalm 1 August 23, 2020 — Mr. Steve Johnson I. The Blessed Man is... (vv. 1-6) II. ... Not You (vv. 1-2) III. Until You Take Refuge in The Blessed Man (Ps. 2, Gal. 3)

Psalms - Jesus: The Ultimate King, Priest, and Lord

“Jesus: The Ultimate King, Priest, and Lord” Psalm 110 August 16, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Jesus is the ultimate King – we must do what he says (1-3) II. Jesus is the ultimate Priest – we must find our acceptance only in him (4) III. Jesus is the ultimate Lord – we must offer ourselves freely to him (3, 5-7)

Psalms - The Rot of Envy

“The Rot of Envy” Psalm 73 August 9, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What envy is 1. Wanting (2-12) 2. Resenting (13-14) II. What envy does 1. Makes us bitter and beast-like (21-22) 2. Robs our joy (13-14, 16) 3. Consumes us (2) III. How we can deal with our envy 1. Confess it (3, 21-22) 2. Go into the sanctuary (17) 3. Remember how things end (17b-20, 27) 4. Believe that God is enough (23-28)

Psalms - Spiritual Dryness

“Spiritual Dryness” Psalm 42-43 August 2, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What is spiritual dryness (1-11, 43:2) 1. What it is 2. Honesty about it II. How it comes 1. Disconnection from God’s people (4-6) 2. Difficult circumstances (3, 9-10, 43:1) 3. Difficulty eating and sleeping (3) III. How to deal with it 1. Talk to God (1-4, 9, 43:1-2) (A) Pour out your soul (4) (B) Confess belief (1-2, 9, 43:2) 2. Talk to yourself (5, 11, 43:5) (A) Remember who God is (2, 9, 43:1-2, 4) (...

Psalms - The Mystery and Hope of Psalm 22 and the Cross

“The Mystery and Hope of Psalm 22 and the Cross” Psalm 22 July 26, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Mystery of this Psalm 1. Mystery (1-31) 2. Mystery revealed (1; Mt 27:46; Acts 2:30-31; Lk 24:27) II. Hope of this Psalm 1. For the sinner (1) 2. For those suffering (1-21) 3. For the mission of the gospel (22-31)

Your Kingdom Come

“Your Kingdom Come” Revelation 7:9-17 July 21, 2020 — Reverend Brandon Haan

The Strength of Weakness

“The Strength of Weakness” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 July 12, 2020 — Reverend Bill Carr

Too Light a Thing

"Too Light a Thing" Isaiah 49:1-6 July 5, 2020 - Reverend Brennan McCafferty

Psalms - The Power of the Word of God

“The Power of the Word of God” Psalm 19 June 28, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Why God’s Word is necessary (1-6; Rom 1:18-20; 10:14-17) 1. Importance of creation (1-6; Rom 1:18-20) 2. Inadequacy of creation (Rom 10:14-17) II. Why we must listen to and obey God’s Word (7-9; 2 Tim 3:16-17) 1. Because of what it is (7-9) 2. Because of what it tells us (A) Our need for a Redeemer (12-13) (B) The provision of a Redeemer (1, 7-9, 14) III. What happens when we listen to and obey God’s W...

Psalms - The Sovereign and Redemptive Reign of the King

“The Sovereign and Redemptive Reign of the King” - Psalm 2 June 21, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. The world hates the King (1-3) II. The King’s sovereign and redemptive plan is not stopped (4-9) 1. The King is sovereign (4-6) 2. The plan is sovereign and redemptive (7-9) (A) Sovereign (9) (B) Redemptive (7-8; 2b; ) III. There is a call to embrace the King (10-12) 1. The call (10-12a) 2. There is no in-between (12) 3. Not just for the world

Revelation-What Are You Going to Do with Revelation Pt. 3

“What Are You Going to Do with Revelation? Part 3” Revelation 22:16-21 June 14, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Call to come to Jesus (16, 17b-19) 1. Warning (18-19; Deut 4) 2. Welcome (16, 17b) (A) Who he is (16; Isa 11; Num 24) (B) What he does (17b; Isa 55) (C) What we must do (17b) II. Call to Jesus to come quickly (17a, 20-21) 1. The longing is appropriate (17a, 20) 2. The longing is helpful (21)

We Will Not Fear Though the Earth Gives Way

“We Will Not Fear Though the Earth Gives Way” Psalm 46 June 7, 2020 — Mr. Steve Johnson

Revelation-What Are You Going to Do with Revelation Pt. 2

“What Are You Going to Do with Revelation? Part 2” Revelation 22:10-16 May 31, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Remember who you are (14-15; 7:13-14) II. Live like who you are (11-13; Eph 2:8-10; Gal 2:16, 3:10-14; Rom 5)

Revelation-What Are You Going to Do with Revelation Pt. 1

“What Are You Going to Do with Revelation? Part 1” Revelation 22:6-9 May 24, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. Hear & obey God’s Word (6-7) 1. Reason (6) (A) It is true (2 Tim 3:16a; 1 John 1:1-4; Luke 1:1-4) (B) It is trustworthy (2 Tim 3:16b-17; Ps 19:7-11) 2. Result (7; 1:3) II. Worship rightly (8-9) 1. How not to do it (8-9a) 2. How to do it (9b) III. Be motivated properly (all of Rev!; 22:4, 7)

Revelation-A Glimpse of a Better Garden

Revelation-The Meaning and Purpose of Life

“The Meaning and Purpose of Life” Revelation 21:22-27 May 10, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I. What will it be like? (22-23, 25, 27a) 1. To be in the immediate presence of the Lord means... 2. Uniqueness of Christianity II. What will we be doing? (24, 26; Isa 60) III. Who will be there? (8, 27) 1. Who won’t get in? (8, 27a) 2. Who will get in? (27b; 1 Cor 6:9-11) Sermon Video: https://youtu.be/_DAYY5Q6nzs

Revelation-The New Jerusalem and Bride of the Lamb

“The New Jerusalem and Bride of the Lamb” Revelation 21:9-21 May 3, 2020 — Reverend Chris Harper I.  The city is safe (10-12, 15-17) 1. Measured (15-17) 2. Guarded (12; cf. 25-27) 3. Filled (10-11; cf. 3) II.  The city is beautiful (11, 16, 18-21) 1. In its shape (11, 16) 2. In its shine (11, 18-21) III.  The city is you (9-10, 12-14, 19-20) 1. The holy city is the Bride of the Lamb (9-10) 2. 12 tribes & 12 apostles (12-14) 3. 12 stones (19-20; Ex 28, 39) So what? 1. Courage & strength to liv...

Move Out! - The King’s Parameters

“Move out! - The King’s Parameters” Matthew 28:16-20 April 26, 2020 — Mr. Michael Johnson Sermon Video: https://www.periscope.tv/tpcrochester/1MnxnQEypjVJO