Ontario United Reformed Church

Hebrews 11:35-40 explores God's surprising verdict on suffering believers: though the world sees them as weak, defeated, and insignificant, God honors them as those "of whom the world was not worthy."

Time:
Evening

Minister:
Rev. T. R. Kern

Texts:
Hebrews 11:35–40

Series:
Hebrews 11: The Bible's Hall of Faith

In the garden, Adam and Eve succumb to temptation, bringing sin and death into a world God had made good. Their failure points us to our need for a better Adam—Jesus Christ, who remained faithful where the first Adam fell and brings the hope of redemption to all who belong to Him.

Time:
Morning

Minister:
Rev. Daniel Ventura

Texts:
Genesis 3:1–7

Series:
Genesis: Foundational Truths

Called by God while still young, Jeremiah was given a difficult message to proclaim to a people who would not always welcome it. His calling reminds us that God knows His servants, equips them for the work He gives them, and remains with them even when obedience is costly.

Time:
Evening

Minister:
Rev. T. R. Kern

Texts:
Jeremiah 1:1–10

Series:
Hebrews 11: The Bible's Hall of Faith

God declares that it is not good for man to be alone, and lovingly provides a companion suited to him, establishing the gift of marriage. This passage reminds us that we were created for relationship, with God, and with one another, and points us to the deeper fellowship and lasting love we find in Christ.

Time:
Morning

Minister:
Rev. Daniel Ventura

Texts:
Genesis 2:18–25

Series:
Genesis: Foundational Truths

A respected London physician gave up everything to preach the gospel. This episode tells the story of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones and why his "logic on fire" still matters today.

Time:
Evening

Minister:
Rev. T. R. Kern

Texts:
John 3:7

Series:
All Saints Day Biographies

On Mount Carmel, Elijah confronts the prophets of Baal and calls the people to see who alone is the true and living God. This dramatic encounter reminds us that our confidence in prayer rests not in lifeless idols or our own strength, but in the Lord who hears His people and answers according to His power and will.

Time:
Evening

Minister:
Rev. Daniel Ventura

Texts:
1 Kings 18:17–40
Hebrews 11:32–33

Series:
Hebrews 11: The Bible's Hall of Faith

God introduces the main actors of the covenant story: the LORD God, Adam, and the two trees, revealing mankind’s unique calling as God’s image-bearer and covenant servant.

The Garden of Eden is presented as God’s first temple, where Adam was placed to serve as a prophet, priest, and king, cultivating and guarding God’s holy dwelling place.

The drama centers on Adam’s covenant probation, his failure as humanity’s representative, and the triumph of Jesus Christ, the Second Adam, who fulfills the covenant and restores sinners to life through His obedience, death, and resurrection.

Time:
Morning

Minister:
Rev. T. R. Kern

Texts:
Genesis 2:4–17

During a time of famine and heartbreaking loss, Elijah trusts and speaks the Word of the Lord, witnessing God’s provision in the midst of desperate need and His power even over death. His ministry reminds us that our God remains faithful, even when all seems lost.

Time:
Evening

Minister:
Rev. Daniel Ventura

Texts:
1 Kings 17:8–24
Hebrews 11:35
Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 50

Series:
Hebrews 11: The Bible's Hall of Faith

Al crear a la humanidad a su propia imagen, Dios nos otorga una dignidad única, un propósito en su mundo y el llamado a reflejar su bondad. Este pasaje nos recuerda que nuestra identidad y nuestro valor no se encuentran en lo que logramos, sino en el Dios que nos creó y declaró buena su creación.

Time:
Afternoon

Minister:
Rev. Daniel Ventura

Read by:
Rev. T. R. Kern

Texts:
Genesis 1:26–31

Series:
Español

In creating humanity in His own image, God gives us a unique dignity, a purpose in His world, and a calling to reflect His goodness. This passage reminds us that our identity and worth are found not in what we achieve, but in the God who made us and called His creation good.

Time:
Morning

Minister:
Rev. Daniel Ventura

Texts:
Genesis 1:26–31

Series:
Genesis: Foundational Truths