Why was Christ's death the only way to satisfy divine justice? Pastor Jason Van Bemmel explores Question 40 of the Heidelberg Catechism, reflecting on the necessity of Jesus' sacrifice and his agony in the Garden of Gethsemane.

This devotional, led by Pastor Jason Van Bemmel, concludes the book of Acts. It follows Paul from the miracle-filled island of Malta to his final destination in Rome, where he spends two years under house arrest boldly proclaiming the Gospel.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel as he explores Question 39 of the Heidelberg Catechism, reflecting on the profound meaning of Christ's crucifixion and the curse he bore for our salvation.

Michael Talerico, former pastoral intern at Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, leads a devotional on Acts 27, emphasizing the importance of trusting God's sovereignty even in the midst of life's "chaos" and harrowing trials.

In this devotional, Pastor Jason Van Bemmel explores Heidelberg Catechism Question 38, discussing why Jesus suffered under the earthly judge Pontius Pilate. He explains the concept of penal substitutionary atonement using passages from Luke, 2 Corinthians, and Galatians, showing how Christ was condemned in our place to free us from God's severe judgment.

Join Pastor Jason Van Bemmel of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church for a special Good Friday (2026) devotional on Question 37 of the Heidelberg Catechism. In this episode, we deeply meditate on the suffering of Jesus Christ. Through an exploration of the Apostles' Creed, Isaiah 53, and Hebrews 5, we look at how Christ willingly bore the wrath of God to redeem humanity, granting us grace, righteousness, and eternal life.

Paul stands before Herod Agrippa, giving us a Master Class in Gospel witness and apologetics.

Pastor Jason Van Bemmel explores Question 36 of the Heidelberg Catechism, focusing on the profound benefits of Christ's holy conception and birth. He explains how Jesus, as both fully God and fully man, uniquely qualifies as our mediator to bridge the gap created by sin. Through exploring rich scriptures like 1 Timothy 2:5, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8, Hebrews 9, and 1 Peter 1, this teaching highlights how Christ's perfect innocence covers our sin, purifies our conscience, and secures our eternal inheritance.

Context: The devotional focuses on Question 35 of the Heidelberg Catechism, exploring the Apostles' Creed article that states Jesus was "conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary." The Incarnation: The core teaching emphasizes that Jesus is the eternal Son of God who maintained His divine nature while taking on a true human nature, including flesh and blood, from the Virgin Mary through the power of the Holy Spirit. Scriptural Evidence: Passages like Romans 9:4-5, 1 John 5:20, and Luke 1:35 are utilized to affirm that Jesus is simultaneously the true, eternal God and a human Israelite according to the flesh. Theological Purpose: Drawing from Hebrews 2:17 and 4:15, the pastor explains that the Son of God had to become fully human to serve as a merciful, faithful, and sympathetic High Priest who understands our temptations. Atonement: By taking on human flesh and living a sinless life, Jesus was uniquely equipped to represent humanity before God and offer Himself as a propitiation to satisfy divine justice for our sins. Conclusion: The devotional concludes with a prayer of gratitude for Christ's sacrifice and an introduction to the historic incarnation hymn, Of the Father's Love Begotten.

Join Pastor Intern Michael Taliercio for a devotional study of Acts 25. Explore how God's sovereignty and wisdom protect Paul through the legal systems of the time, ensuring the Gospel continues its journey toward Rome.