Edgerton First Reformed: An Evangelical Presbyterian Church

Why does Jesus come into Jerusalem on a donkey? Why are the crowds waving palm branches and crying out “Hosanna”? And what happens when our assumptions about God collide with His greater plan?

In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Mark walks us through the familiar but profound moment in John 12:12–16. We explore how Jesus redefines kingship—not through political revolution but through suffering, sacrifice, and glory. This message will challenge you to consider the ways we reshape Jesus in our image and call you to receive the Savior as He truly is.

📖 Scripture:John 12:12–16

✝️ Sermon Highlights:

📌 The expectations of the crowd

📌 The symbolism of palm branches

📌 The humility of Jesus' entry

📌 The cross as the true throne

📌 The disciples' eventual understanding

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Is it really worth it to follow God when the wicked seem to win? In this powerful and hope-filled conclusion to the book of Malachi, we see that God is not blind to injustice nor forgetful of faithfulness. He promises that the Day of the Lord is coming—a day when the arrogant will face judgment, and the faithful will leap like calves set free.

The same God who calls His people to remember and return also provides the mercy we so desperately need in Jesus Christ.This sermon unpacks the final words of the Old Testament, showing us how the story points forward to Christ, the true Sun of Righteousness, who brings healing in His wings.

📖 Scripture: Malachi 3:13–4:6

🔍 Sermon Points:

📌 God Sees the Heart and Remembers the Faithful

📌 The Day of the Lord Will Reveal the Truth

📌 God’s Call to Return is Urgent and Hopeful

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00:00 – Welcome

00:16 – A Glimpse of Spring: Longing for Freedom

02:12 – Calves from the Stall: Malachi’s Joyful Image

03:41 – The Day Is Coming: God's Promise and Distinction

04:50 – Point 1: God Sees the Heart and Remembers the Faithful

08:18 – The Book of Remembrance and the Treasured Possession

11:02 – Point 2: The Day of the Lord Will Reveal the Truth

14:30 – Judgment Imagery: Oven, Stubble, Ashes

17:00 – Hope for the Faithful: The Sun of Righteousness

18:43 – Joyful Freedom: Leaping in the Light

20:20 – Point 3: God's Call Is Urgent and Hopeful

22:50 – The Law, the Heart, and the Need for a Savior

25:03 – The Gospel Hope: Return in Grace, Not Shame

26:38 – Closing Call to Return & Benediction

27:33 – Final Prayer

Are you living as if God's blessings might run out? In "Test and See His Provision," Pastor Mark guides us through Malachi 3:6–12, reminding us that God is faithful even when we're not. This sermon encourages us to examine our hearts, highlighting that true obedience and generosity flow naturally from gratitude for God's overwhelming grace.

In this message, you'll learn that God doesn't leave His people stuck in their mistakes. Instead, He graciously invites them—and us—to return to Him, promising blessings beyond our imagination. These promises are ultimately fulfilled in Christ, who has richly blessed us through His life, death, and resurrection. Our response to this profound generosity should be joyful stewardship of our whole lives.

📖 Scripture: Malachi 3:6–12

✝️ Sermon Points:

📌 God’s character is constant, even when ours is not.

📌 Withholding from God reveals a deeper problem of the heart.

📌 Giving faithfully is trusting in the faithful provision of Almighty God.

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Have you ever wondered why evil seems to prosper while faithfulness often goes unnoticed? In this sermon, Pastor Mark explores Malachi 2:17-3:5, where God’s people questioned His justice and demanded answers. But instead of immediate judgment, God responds with something unexpected: a refining fire and cleansing soap meant to purify His covenant people.

📖 In this sermon, we explore:

📌God’s justice may feel delayed, but it is never absent.

📌God comes to His people in an unexpected way—but it’s exactly what we need.

📌God’s refining work not only purifies, it exposes unrepentant sin and demands a response.

At Edgerton First Reformed Church, we are a Confessional Presbyterian and Reformed church committed to Christ-centered preaching and scriptural fidelity. Our mission is to proclaim the gospel and call people to live as God’s holy people in a world desperate for living water.

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Have you ever considered how small compromises can lead to major spiritual consequences? In Malachi 2:10-16, God rebukes His people for their unfaithfulness—both in their relationships with one another and in their marriages. What started as minor compromises led to a full-scale spiritual decline.This passage is a wake-up call, reminding us that faithfulness to God is not just about religious rituals—it extends to how we treat one another, how we uphold the sanctity of marriage, and how we guard against the creeping influence of idolatry.

📖 In this sermon, we explore:

📌How faithfulness to God extends to our relationships (Malachi 2:10).

📌The danger of spiritual compromise and foreign influences (Malachi 2:11-12).

📌Why marriage reflects God's covenant love (Malachi 2:13-16).

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Have you ever found yourself going through the motions in your worship? In Malachi 1:6–2:9, God confronts the priests for offering defiled sacrifices and leading His people into complacency. They weren’t outright rejecting God, but they were cutting corners, treating worship as a burden rather than a privilege. Their compromise wasn’t just personal—it was leading an entire nation astray.

In this sermon, we explore what it means to worship God without compromise. True worship is not about empty rituals; it is about honoring God with sincerity, reverence, and truth.

📖 We’ll see three key lessons from Malachi 1:6-2:9:

📌Half-Hearted Worship Dishonors a Holy God (1:6-14)

📌Corrupt Leadership Brings Judgment (2:1-4)

📌Faithful Worship Must Be Rooted in Truth (2:5-9)God is not interested in empty offerings—He desires hearts fully devoted to Him. As we examine this passage, we are challenged to evaluate our own worship. Are we giving God our best, or just what is leftover?

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Have you ever settled for something fake without realizing it? In Malachi 1:1-5, God confronts Israel about their hollow devotion, calling them to return to Him in genuine faith. The people doubted His love because they couldn’t see His promises fulfilled immediately, yet His faithfulness remained unshaken.

📖 Scripture Reference: Malachi 1:1-5

✝️Sermon Points:

✔️ God’s unwavering love and sovereign choice

✔️ The difference between true devotion and empty rituals

✔️ How God restores His people for His glory.

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In this sermon on Revelation 14:14-20, we explore John’s vivid vision of two distinct harvests—the gathering of the righteous and the crushing of the wicked in the great winepress of God’s wrath. This passage offers a sobering look at God’s coming judgment, the certainty of His justice, and the hope for those who are in Christ.

You’ll discover how the imagery of the harvest connects deeply with Old Testament prophecy and how it challenges us today to examine our hearts, live in light of Christ’s return, and rest in God’s ultimate justice. This is a call to consider where we stand: are we part of the wheat gathered into God’s barn, or are we destined for the winepress of His wrath?

📖 Scripture Reference: Revelation 14:14-20

✝️Sermon Points:

📌 The Certainty of Judgment – Christ comes with authority to bring the final harvest.

📌 The Gathering of the Righteous – A harvest of hope for those found in Christ.

📌 The Justice of God Upon the Wicked – The winepress of God’s wrath poured out in judgment.

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🔎 What happens when everything the world trusts in collapses? Revelation 14 presents a striking contrast between those who stand with the Lamb on Mount Zion and those who cling to Babylon, the city of rebellion destined for destruction. This passage reminds us that the world’s power and security are fleeting, but the victory of Christ is eternal.

In this sermon, we explore:

✅ The victorious people of God who endure in faith

✅ The certain fall of the wicked and the judgment to come

✅ The blessed rest promised to those who remain faithful

Revelation 14:1-13 is a powerful message of endurance, warning, and hope. As a Confessional Presbyterian and Reformed church, we emphasize Christ-centered preaching and scriptural fidelity. Join us as we unpack the truths of Revelation 14 and consider where our true allegiance lies.

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May this message encourage you to stand firm in faith, trust Christ’s victory, and live with an eternal perspective!

In a world filled with counterfeits, how can we discern what is true?Revelation 13 gives us a sobering vision of a beast that demands worship, representing the idolatrous power of worldly empires. But behind it all is Satan, the deceiver, working through false authority to lead people astray. The early church faced the temptation to bow to Rome, just as we face pressures today to conform to the world’s standards. This sermon challenges us to stand firm in Christ, refusing to worship the counterfeit king and instead remaining faithful to the true King, Jesus Christ.

🔹 Sermon Points:

1️⃣ The Beastly Power of Idolatrous Empire – How earthly powers seek worship and demand allegiance.

2️⃣ False Prophets and Deceptive Allegiance – How false religion legitimizes worldly authority and deceives people.

3️⃣ The Mark of the Beast vs. The Seal of God – Understanding what it truly means to be marked by Christ.

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