Puritan Reformed Church

David Reece

5.0 (2)
Christianity
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Mar 8

Noah's Ark

The sermon centers on the divine judgment and covenantal faithfulness revealed in Genesis 6:9–22, where Noah's righteousness and obedience stand in stark contrast to the pervasive corruption and violence that had overtaken the earth. God's command to build the ark is presented not as a logistical impossibility but as a divinely orchestrated plan, with the ark's dimensions and design reflecting remarkable engineering efficiency, capable of housing a representative number of animal kinds—organized by biblical created kinds rather than modern species—alongside Noah's family and provisions. The sermon dismantles common objections to the global flood by emphasizing the biblical framework of created kinds, the practicality of space utilization through stacking and efficient storage, and the supernatural provision of resources, all underscoring God's sovereign power and the foolishness of human skepticism. Ultimately, the ark is portrayed as a type of the church and a foreshadowing of Christ, illustrating God's redemptive plan through judgment, covenant, and grace, while affirming the truth and coherence of Scripture against secular ridicule. The tone is resolute and pastoral, aiming to strengthen faith by exposing the intellectual and spiritual bankruptcy of unbelief.

39 min
Mar 1

Blameless in His Generation

The sermon centers on Noah as a paradigm of faith, righteousness, and obedience in a world consumed by corruption and violence, illustrating God's justice and grace through the flood narrative. Highlighting Noah's justification by faith—credited to him through Christ's imputed righteousness—emphasizes that true righteousness is not earned but received, and that obedience to God's commands, though seemingly absurd, serves as a living condemnation of the world's unbelief. The construction of the ark, with its precise dimensions and divine instructions, symbolizes God's covenantal faithfulness, prefiguring Christ as the ultimate means of salvation and the church as the new ark of preservation. The flood, as a global judgment, underscores God's holy wrath against sin, yet also reveals His redemptive purpose: to cleanse the earth, preserve the godly lineage, and establish a new covenant with humanity, sealed by the rainbow and marked by the institution of human authority, sacrifice, and the promise of a stable creation. Ultimately, the story calls believers to live in faithful anticipation of Christ's return, recognizing that true faith is demonstrated not in words alone but in costly, obedient action that stands in stark contrast to the world's moral decay.

1h 15m
Mar 1

Godly Affections Pt. 2

The sermon unfolds a profound theological reflection on the genealogy from Adam to Noah, emphasizing the progressive deterioration of humanity's moral and spiritual condition, culminating in the universal wickedness described in Genesis 6. Central to the message is the doctrine of total depravity, illustrated by the claim that 'every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually,' underscoring the fallen nature of unregenerate humanity and the necessity of divine grace. The contrast between the godly line of Seth and the corrupt city of man highlights the tension between the church and the world, culminating in God's decision to judge the earth through the flood, not merely for human sin but for the pervasive corruption that had infected even creation itself. The sermon clarifies that God's sorrow and regret are anthropopathic language—descriptive of His relational dealings with humanity, not indicators of emotional change—reaffirming God's immutable nature, eternal purposes, and unchanging character. Ultimately, the narrative points to Noah as a living testament to grace, whose faith and obedience were not self-generated but divinely imparted, demonstrating that true godliness arises from a transformed heart shaped by the knowledge and love of God, which alone can overcome the world's pervasive evil.

53 min
Feb 22

Covenant Succession

The sermon presents Genesis 4–6 as a theological narrative of two opposing cities: the city of God, marked by covenant succession, worship, and faith, and the city of man, defined by rebellion, idolatry, and seduction. Central to this contrast is the theme of covenantal continuity, illustrated through the genealogy of Adam, where each generation preserves the promise of God's redemptive plan, culminating in Noah, who finds grace amid widespread apostasy. The text warns against the peril of spiritual compromise—particularly through intermarriage with the ungodly—which leads to moral decay, demonic influence, and the rise of violent, idolatrous power, symbolized by the Nephilim. The flood is portrayed not as arbitrary destruction but as a divine judgment on entrenched wickedness, a necessary purging to preserve the covenant line and restore creation's purpose. Ultimately, the passage calls the church to vigilance, emphasizing the enduring responsibility of covenantal faithfulness across generations, rooted in God's grace and sustained by faithful worship and holiness.

46 min
Feb 22

Godly Affections Pt. 1

The sermon unfolds a theological narrative centered on the continuity of God's redemptive plan from Adam to Noah, emphasizing the doctrine of substitution through Seth's appointment in place of Abel, which prefigures Christ's atoning sacrifice. It traces the genealogy of Adam as a living testament to divine wisdom and spiritual inheritance, portraying the patriarchs as 'living libraries' of sacred knowledge whose long lives preserved a covenantal witness amid escalating wickedness. The text highlights three enduring dangers—persecution, seduction, and heresy—particularly focusing on the peril of sensual desire that corrupts affections, and calls for intentional cultivation of godly values through disciplined training of the heart and mind. Drawing from Jude and Hebrews, it contrasts the declining, apostate state of the pre-flood world with the superior administration of the New Covenant, where the law is written on hearts and the knowledge of God fills the earth, affirming a progressive, hopeful trajectory of redemption. Ultimately, the sermon urges believers to contend for the faith, resist worldly seductions, and raise a generation whose affections are shaped by the beauty of holiness, rooted in the gospel's enduring power.

1h 20m
Feb 15

The Doxological Focus

The sermon presents a stark contrast between the city of God and the city of man, rooted in the biblical narrative of Cain and Abel, emphasizing that truth, identity, and moral distinctions are unchanging because they are grounded in the eternal, immutable nature of God. It argues that the doctrine of Heraclitian flux—where all things are in constant, purposeless change—undermines reality, erodes moral categories, and leads to cultural chaos, manifesting in the city of man through polygamy, hyper-patriarchy, and feminism as distortions of God's design. In contrast, the city of God, represented by Seth and Enosh, is defined by faith, repentance, and the call to glorify God, where identity is found not in human achievement or social constructs, but in a relationship with the Creator. The sermon calls for a return to settled theological categories, biblical patriarchy, and a life centered on the doxological purpose of glorifying God, rejecting the relativism and self-justifying power struggles that characterize the world's progress. Ultimately, it affirms that true progress is not in material advancement, but in the spiritual and moral cultivation of life under God's eternal, unchanging truth.

1h 5m
Feb 15

The Visible Church vs The World

The sermon centers on the theological significance of Genesis 4:26, where 'men began to call on the name of the Lord,' interpreting this as the emergence of a distinct, visible church set apart from the world—a community defined by public worship, identity in God, and separation from idolatry. It emphasizes the dual reality of the church: the invisible, universal body of the elect, eternally chosen by God and united to Christ, and the visible church, composed of those who profess the true religion and their children, marked by the preaching of the Word, proper administration of ordinances, and godly governance. Drawing from the Westminster Confession, the sermon underscores the church's mission to gather and perfect saints through the ministry, oracles, and ordinances, empowered by Christ's presence and Spirit, while affirming that salvation is ordinarily found within this visible community, though not exclusively. It calls believers to active participation in the church's life—especially through holy conference, doctrinal discussion, and faithful worship—recognizing the church as a spiritual battlefield where the gospel advances against the world, and where every member is called to minister to one another in the light of God's eternal promise.

59 min
Feb 8

Hopeless Flux

The sermon presents a theological and cultural critique of human progress, contrasting the city of God with the city of man as depicted in Genesis 4. It argues that without a biblically grounded eschatology—specifically a post-millennial hope—the world descends into a 'hopeless flux' of change devoid of direction, where cultural advancements in art, technology, and governance are spiritually hollow and often serve to empower evil rather than advance God's kingdom. The sermon emphasizes that true progress is not measured by material or cultural achievements but by the spiritual conquest of nations through the gospel, the maturation of believers, and the faithful stewardship of God's ordinances in family, church, and state. It warns against both feminism and hyper-patriarchy, advocating instead for biblical patriarchy as a God-ordained structure that promotes justice, order, and the development of competent leaders through servant-hearted authority. Ultimately, the sermon calls the church to reject worldly distractions, honor genuine spiritual gifts, and advance the kingdom with a long-term vision rooted in the certainty of Christ's ultimate triumph.

1h 9m

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David Reece
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2017 - 2026
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100
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