Sermon Archives
Archived sermon messages from First Reformed Church, Orange City, Iowa.
Reveal Week | Mission Emphasis (Part 3)
April 21, 2024 • Pastor Mark Haverdink • Isaiah 6:1–8, Matthew 28:18–20, Romans 12:1–2
We conclude our Mission Emphasis weeks by learning how our dependency on God transforms us and then sends us. We will also share pictures and videos from the World Vision choosing parties this week in Malawi. Message text: Isaiah 6:1-8
Chosen | Mission Emphasis (Part 2)
April 14, 2024 • Guest Speaker • Luke 4:16–21
Today we get to empower children in a vulnerable community in Malawi with the power of choice. Amy Claire Patterson from World Vision shares how our partnership in Malawi (Africa) has made a difference and how we can continue to impact vulnerable communities with child sponsorship. Sign up to be CHOSEN at http://worldvision.org/frcoc before 8 pm on Sunday, April 14, to be part of the choosing parties we will attend in the Mbonechera community in Malawi (Africa).
The Matthew 25 Challenge | Mission Emphasis (Part 1)
April 7, 2024 • Pastor Greg Alderman • Matthew 25:31–46
We are on a mission to become more globally minded and engaged in the mission of Jesus Christ. In today's message, Pastor Greg will invite us to participate in a week-long challenge to help us experience God's heart. Message text: Matthew 25:31-46
Their Eyes Were Opened (Easter 2024) | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 8)
March 31, 2024 • Pastor Greg Alderman • Luke 24:13–32, Luke 7:22
He is Risen! And that changes everything! Pastor Greg Alderman concludes our Jesus: The Messiah sermon series with a message titled Their Eyes Were Opened. Message text: Luke 24:13-32.
Maundy Thursday | Jesus the Messiah (Part 7)
March 28, 2024 • Pastor Mark Haverdink • Luke 7:18–23, Luke 22:16–26
Our Maundy Thursday service reflects on the final hours leading up to Jesus' crucifixion. We remember him washing the disciples' feet, breaking bread at the Last Supper, and praying at Gethsemane.
Good News Is Preached to the Poor | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 6)
March 24, 2024 • Pastor Mark Haverdink • Luke 7:18–23, Luke 2:10, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Luke 19:28–44
What's the Good News? In today's Palm Sunday message, Pastor Mark continues our Jesus: The Messiah sermon series with a message titled Good News Is Preached to the Poor. Message text: Luke 19:28-44
Evening Service + Knightsounds
March 17, 2024 • Pastor Mark Haverdink • Luke 5:1–11
Knightsounds: Choir from Unity High School will be presenting music in the sanctuary. Message: Jesus and the Miraculous Catch of Fish Text: Luke 5:1-11 Speaking: Pastor Mark Haverdink
The Dead Are Raised | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 5)
March 17, 2024 • Guest Speaker • Ephesians 2:1–10, Luke 7:11–17
We are made alive in Christ Jesus. Today's message is Jesus the Messiah: The Dead Are Raised. Join us as we learn about the resurrecting power of our savior. Message text: Luke 7:11-17, Ephesians 2:1-10
The Deaf Hear | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 4)
March 10, 2024 • Pastor Greg Alderman • Mark 7:31–37, Mark 4:9, Romans 10:14
What do you believe about Jesus? In today's message, we explore Jesus healing the deaf and mute and ask ourselves where we are on the "Skeptic Scale." Message Title: The Deaf Hear Message Text: Mark 7:31-37
Lepers Are Cleansed | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 3)
March 3, 2024 • Pastor Greg Alderman • Luke 7:22–23, Luke 17:11–19
In today's Scripture passage, Pastor Greg shows that Jesus' healing of lepers is a sign of him being the Messiah. Message title: Lepers Are Cleansed Message text: Luke 17:11-19
The Lame Walk | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 2)
February 25, 2024 • Guest Speaker • John 5:1–17, John 5:19–20, John 5:36, Luke 7:20–22
As we continue our Jesus: The Messiah sermon series, we find that as Jesus heals, he brings hope. Today's message is titled The Lame Walk. Message Text: John 5:1-17
The Blind See | Jesus: The Messiah (Part 1)
February 18, 2024 • Pastor Mark Haverdink • Luke 7:18–23, John 9:1–38
In this season of Lent, we are exploring Jesus' miracles that show He is the Messiah. Today, our message focuses on the blind receiving sight. Teaching text: Luke 7:18-23; John 9:1-38
Joseph (Jan - Feb 2024)
Breaking Free From Temptation
The Covenant Confirmed | New Year's Eve Service | 10 AM
December 31, 2023 • Exodus 24:1–11, Hebrews 10:19–25
Why do we gather weekly for worship? In today's New Year's Eve message, The Covenant Confirmed, elders Mark Bloemendaal and Corky Koerselman talk about our covenant with God and how it relates to worship. Message text: Exodus 24:1-11; Hebrews 10:19-25.
Advent Light (Christmas 2023)
The Best Night Ever - Kids Christmas Program
December 3, 2023
The preschool through 5th-grade kids of First Reformed Church present "The Best Night Ever."
Ruth (November 2023)
The Thread of Providence
Blueprints (Fall 2023)
God's Design for the Church - A Study in 1 Corinthians
Can't Forget the Lyrics
Summer 2023
A Miletus Moment (June 11, 2023 PM)
June 11, 2023 • Pastor Tim Breen
Pastor Tim shares anecdotes and pictures from his time at FRC. Preaching text: Acts 20:13-38.
