Dromore RP Church - Sermons Philip Dunwoody

We perhaps assume that a holy God forgives sinners out of kindness; but in what sense is it justice? The Cross explains the answer.

Concluding our series in the life of Jacob, we consider the contrast between those who live within God's covenant blessings and the world around them.

At God's command, Jacob finally returns to Bethel, where God had first called him and made personal promises to him. This passage teaches us important principles for public worship and for leadership in our families.
Guest Preacher: Mr Gareth Orr

How are believers to interact with our unbelieving world? The question is one of the most challenging for the Church to answer. In this dark episode in the life of Jacob, we seek to learn from his mistakes and are reminded of the importance of looking to Christ as our ultimate example in all things.

Jacob finally sees Esau face to face - and it all turns out much better than he might have hoped. In a chapter that might leave us with mixed feelings as to what Jacob does and why, we nonetheless see the fact of God's faithfulness in his life.

The cross is undoubtedly the best-recognised symbol of Christianity. It is also the message of Christianity. Paul said, 'we preach Christ crucified' (1 Corinthians 1:23). But what does it really mean?