February 3, 2021
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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.
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.
This message unfolds how this marvelous reality influences how we worship and serve Christ as creator, ruler, and redeemer.
This message explores how the church relates to unbelieving neighbors alongside whom it exists.
This message compares and contrasts being a pilgrim with being a master, on one hand, and a tourist, on the other.
Our uncomfortable calling as exiles—to be neither isolated from nor absorbed into our environment—means following the footsteps of the Suffering Servant.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
December 1, 2020
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.
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?
November 10, 2020
Psalm 130 is a microcosm of the ordinary Christian life of guilt, grace, and gratitude.
November 5, 2020
Peter exhorts Christians to trust in God’s sovereign plan and remain vigilant while we await our blessed hope.
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.
November 2, 2020
In this episode, Office Hours talks to Westminster Seminary California's new Dean of Students, Rev. Chuck Tedrick.
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.
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.
October 22, 2020
Genesis 11:1-9