Sermons of Rev. Tom Morrison

(26:57)

Christian parents are encouraged to find comfort in the promises of God in the covenant. The Canons of Dort state that parents can be assured of the election and salvation of their children that die.

Sermon text: Canons of Dort, Head 1, Articles 17 & 18

(28:15)

Reprobation, which is the decree of God passing over people with His saving grace, very much touches on the issue of God’s justice. People naturally believe that this is not fair and all deserve a chance. But whom God chooses to give His saving grace and whom He passes over is up to Him.

Sermon text: Canons of Dort, Head 1, Articles 15 & 16

(34:48)

When God leads Israel through the Red Sea, He too goes through the waters of judgment. In this historical event not only is Israel saved from their enemies, the judgment Christ will experience on the cross is foreshadowed.

Sermon Text: Exodus 13:17-14:31

(27:19)

There are many Christians who struggle with assurance of election. The Canons of Dort in this section gives you the answer to the struggle.

Sermon text: Canons of Dort, Head 1, Articles 12-14

(37:18)

In this passage, the tenth plague occurs and Israel begins the Exodus. Much of the passage is taken up with the details of the Passover meal and the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Why? The answer has to do with memory and tradition.

Sermon Text: Exodus 12:1-13:16

(28:06)

These articles respond to very specific errors the Arminians were propagating during the 16th century. In particular was the wrong idea that foreknowledge means that God knew which people would choose Him and on that basis God elected them. In this sermon we will establish the correct meaning of God’s foreknowledge.

Sermon text: Canons of Dort, Head 1, Articles 8-11

(37:42)

The plagues God brings upon Egypt are one of the most fascinating biblical accounts. Aside from swarms of flies and huge chunks of hail falling from the sky, God hardens Pharaoh’s heart, delivers His people and brings glory to Himself. Ultimately, the plagues reveal that God will finally defeat Satan.

Sermon Text: Exodus 7:8-11:10

(23:19)

Election is not a doctrine of salvation but rather one of God’s decrees, which relates to salvation. In this sermon we will understand the importance of the distinction.

Sermon text: Canons of Dort, Head 1, articles 6,7

(29:40)

Israel at this point in their history are at an all time low. They can’t even listen to Moses. Into this context God speaks. He tells Moses and the people that “He is the LORD” (Yahweh). God’s name, “Yahweh, reveals the fact that He fulfills His promises to Israel and you today

Sermon Text: Exodus 6:2-7:7

(27:32)

The Canons of Dort is a response document to the “Remonstrance,” which was an attack on the Reformed Faith in the 17th century. The Canons do not represent the “Five Points of Calvinism” but rather five heads of doctrine clarifying what the Reformed believe. The doctrine is grand and comforting. This catechetical sermon gives a brief historical introduction and treats the first five articles of the first head of doctrine on election.

Sermon text: Canons of Dort, Head 1:1-5