Events

The Church as Confident

February 3, 2021

As Christians we may be confident that God is indeed for us in Christ even when our circumstances tempt us to doubt God’s favor toward us and presence with us.

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The Church as Persecuted

February 3, 2021

This message explores how Christ’s church bears witness in the midst of persecution, proclaiming the enduring reign of God and the power of His Word. 

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The Church as Body

February 3, 2021

This message unfolds how this marvelous reality influences how we worship and serve Christ as creator, ruler, and redeemer.

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The Church as Neighbor

February 3, 2021

This message explores how the church relates to unbelieving neighbors alongside whom it exists.

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The Church as Pilgrims

February 3, 2021

This message compares and contrasts being a pilgrim with being a master, on one hand, and a tourist, on the other. 

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The Church as Exiles

February 3, 2021

Our uncomfortable calling as exiles—to be neither isolated from nor absorbed into our environment—means following the footsteps of the Suffering Servant.

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“The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self”

February 1, 2021

In this episode, Office Hours talks with the Rev. Dr. Carl R. Trueman about his new book, “The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution.”

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2021 Faculty Conference Preview

January 4, 2021

In this episode, Office Hours talks with the faculty presenting at the 2021 WSC Faculty conference for a preview of their lecture. 

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Kim Riddlebarger: Bringing Reformation to Southern California for 25 Years

December 7, 2020

In this episode, Office Hours talks with Rev. Dr. Kim Riddlebarger about his work with White Horse Inn and his pastoral ministry at Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim, CA. 

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Give Thanks | Isaiah 12:1-6

December 3, 2020

We are reminded by the Word always to give thanks.  No matter the circumstance, the Lord's grace and presence give us sufficient reasons for thanks.  

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A Portrait in Thanksgiving | Luke 17:11-19

November 24, 2020

This devotional highlights Jesus' willingness and power to heal and to save. Furthermore, it reveals the heart of thanksgiving and praise which flows from a life touched by God's grace and mercy.

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But God Meant It for Good | Genesis 50:15-21

November 12, 2020

Among the sterling characters of the Old Testament few surpass Joseph for integrity and faith—which shine all the more given the suffering he was called to endure. From one perspective, his life could be summed up as, “how everything went wrong.” But Joseph would insist that “everything went right.” Is Joseph a special case and have a special faith?  Or does he testify to a promise that applies to the people of Christ as well?

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Psalm 130

November 10, 2020

Psalm 130 is a microcosm of the ordinary Christian life of guilt, grace, and gratitude.

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A Proper Approach to Suffering | 1 Peter 5:6-14

November 5, 2020

Peter exhorts Christians to trust in God’s sovereign plan and remain vigilant while we await our blessed hope.

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Paul’s Prayer for Christ’s Church | Ephesians 3:14-22

November 3, 2020

This meditation reflects upon the Apostle Paul's prayer for the church in Ephesus, which he planted, knows, and loves. By extension this prayer is for Christ's church and people in this present age as we await the Lord's return. Paul's prayer is bold and audacious. It is confident and comforting, knowing that the Lord is able and willing to do more than we can even ask and think.

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Meet the Staff: Chuck Tedrick

November 2, 2020

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Westminster Seminary California's new Dean of Students,  Rev. Chuck Tedrick. 

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Restoring Zion

October 29, 2020

We will be looking at God’s promise to restore the fortunes of Zion and the various ways in which he has done and will do that.  

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Reformation Day | Romans 3:21-28

October 27, 2020

In his 1521 translation of the Greek New Testament into German Luther used the word allein (alone) in his translation of Romans 3:28, which says, “For we reckon that a man is justified through faith apart from the works of the law.” Luther was right. He captured Paul's intent, which was to teach salvation sola fide, by faith alone.  

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