Forest Hill PCA Devotionals

The Forgiveness of Sins | Heidelberg Catechism Q. 56 | Week 20

Welcome to Week 20 of our Heidelberg Catechism devotionals! Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel from Forest Hill Presbyterian Church as we continue unpacking the Apostles' Creed.

Today, we focus on Question 56: What do you believe concerning the forgiveness of sins? This devotional explores the incredible promise that our sins and sinful nature are forgiven entirely through Christ's satisfaction. Because we are granted the righteousness of Christ, we will never face condemnation.

We close today's devotional by preparing our hearts to sing the classic hymn, "And Can It Be?" - Video Link: https://youtu.be/th7PfDoRmaM?si=pcYfKibitbvGOCBq

Scriptures Referenced in this Devotional:

1 John 1:6-7 & 2:1-2

Jeremiah 31:31-34

Psalm 103:10-12

Romans 7:21-25

2 Corinthians 5:20-21

Romans 4:4-6

Romans 8:1-2

John 3:17-18

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for a daily devotional on Question 55 of the Heidelberg Catechism. This study explores the "communion of saints," highlighting how believers share in Christ's spiritual riches and are called to cheerfully use their gifts to serve one another. The devotional concludes with the classic hymn, "I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord."

In this episode, Pastor Jason Van Bemel explores Romans 10, contrasting the pursuit of righteousness through the Law versus righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that while the Jewish people were zealous for God, they missed the "goal" of the Law—Christ—by trying to establish their own merit. The message underscores the simplicity of the Gospel: that everyone who confesses with their mouth and believes in their heart that God raised Jesus from the dead will be saved. The Pastor concludes by highlighting the necessity of evangelism and missions, as faith comes through hearing the Word of Christ preached.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for a devotional on Heidelberg Catechism Question 54. In this session, we explore the Apostles' Creed and what it means to believe in the "Holy Catholic Christian Church," looking at its universal scope, unity in true faith, and our eternal security as living members. The devotional concludes with a beautiful rendition of the classic hymn, "The Church's One Foundation."

Exploring Romans 9 | God's Sovereignty in Salvation | Day 149

Description: Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for Day 149 of the "Exploring Romans" series as we dive deep into Romans Chapter 9. This devotional reading and exposition challenges human pride by exploring the profound themes of God's sovereignty, mercy, and grace in salvation. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, visit foresthillpca.org.

Week 19: Heidelberg Catechism Question 53 - The Holy Spirit

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel as we continue our devotional journey through the Apostles' Creed portion of the Heidelberg Catechism. This week, we dive into Question 53 to explore what we believe concerning the Holy Spirit. Discover the profound comfort in knowing that the Holy Spirit is the true, eternal God—co-equal with the Father and the Son—and that He is given to every believer to unite us to Christ, assure us of our adoption, and dwell with us forever.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel from Forest Hill Presbyterian Church as we wrap up Week 18 of our Heidelberg Catechism devotionals. In this episode, we focus on Question 52 and Article 7 of the Apostles’ Creed: Christ's return to judge the living and the dead. Discover the deep gospel comfort believers find amidst sorrow, persecution, and loss, knowing our Savior will return to vanquish all enemies and bring His chosen ones into everlasting joy.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel from Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for this episode of Exploring Romans, as we dive into Romans chapter 8. Discover why this beloved passage is considered the heart of Paul's magnum opus, guiding believers from the promise of "no condemnation" to the ultimate assurance of "no separation". Learn how the Trinity works powerfully for our salvation and how we can practically walk by the Spirit amidst the struggles of life.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel from Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for Week 18 of the Heidelberg Catechism devotionals. In this episode, we explore Question 51, discussing Christ's ascension and His session at the right hand of God the Father. Discover how the glory of Christ our head benefits believers through the pouring out of the Holy Spirit's gifts and His power to defend and preserve us against all enemies.

Romans 7: The Believer’s Struggle and the Law's Purpose

Pastor Jason Van Bemmel explores the complex relationship between the Christian and the Mosaic law. Discover why the "holy and righteous" law cannot save us from our sinful nature and how Jesus Christ provides the only way to serve in the "new way of the Spirit."

• Understand the transition from the written code to life in Christ.

• Find Encouragement in the shared struggle of the Apostle Paul.

• Look ahead to the glorious hope found in Romans 8.