Belgic Confession, Article 23- The Justification of Sinners--We believe that our blessedness lies in the forgiveness of our sins because of Jesus Christ, and that in it our righteousness before God is contained, as David and Paul teach us when they declare that man blessed to whom God grants righteousness apart from works. And the same apostle says that we are justified -freely- or -by grace- through redemption in Jesus Christ.--And therefore we cling to this foundation, which is firm forever, giving all glory to God, humbling ourselves, and recognizing ourselves as we are- not claiming a thing for ourselves or our merits and leaning and resting only on the obedience of Christ crucified, which is ours when we believe in him.--That is enough to cover all our sins and to make us confident, freeing the conscience from the fear, dread, and terror of God's approach, without doing what our first father, Adam, did, who trembled as he tried to cover himself with fig leaves.-In fact, if we had to appear before God relying - no matter how little - on ourselves or some other creature, then, alas, we would be swallowed up. Therefore everyone must say with David- -Lord, do not enter into judgment with your servants, for before you no living person shall be justified.-

Psalm 66--To the choirmaster. A Song. A Psalm.--Shout for joy to God, all the earth-- sing the glory of his name-- give to him glorious praise--Say to God, -How awesome are your deeds-- So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you.-All the earth worships you- and sings praises to you-- they sing praises to your name.--...

Rev. Dr. Lee teaches about the Righteousness obtained through faith from the Belgic Confession

Brian Lee continues his sermon series through book two of the Psalms with Psalm 65, "The Meaning of Rain."

Belgic Confession, Article 22- The Righteousness of Faith--We believe that for us to acquire the true knowledge of this great mystery the Holy Spirit kindles in our hearts a true faith-that embraces Jesus Christ, with all his merits, and makes him its own, and no longer looks for anything apart from him. For it must necessarily follow that either all that is required for our salvation is not in Christ or, if all is in him, then he who has Christ by faith has his salvation entirely. ...

Rev. Dr. Lee teaches on the comfort of the atonement

Brian Lee continues his sermon series through book two of the Psalms with Psalm 64, "A Prayer for those Who are Afraid."

Psalm 64--To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David.--Hear my voice, O God, in my complaint-- preserve my life from dread of the enemy.-Hide me from the secret plots of the wicked,- from the throng of evildoers,-who whet their tongues like swords,- who aim bitter words like arrows,-shooting from ambush at the blameless,- shooting at him suddenly and without fear.-They hold fast to their evil purpose-- they talk of laying snares secretly,-thinking, -Who can see them--- They search out injustice,-saying, -We have accomplished a diligent search.-- For the inward mind and heart of a man are deep.-But God shoots his arrow at them-- they are wounded suddenly.-They are brought to ruin, with their own tongues turned against them-- all who see them will wag their heads.-Then all mankind fears-- they tell what God has brought about- and ponder what he has done.-Let the righteous one rejoice in the Lord- and take refuge in him--Let all the upright in heart exult-

Brian Lee continues his sermon series through book two of the Psalms with Psalm 63, "How to Pray When You're in the Wilderness."

Psalm 63--A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.--O God, you are my God- earnestly I seek you-- my soul thirsts for you--my flesh faints for you,- as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.-So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary,- beholding your power and glory.-Because your steadfast love is better than life,- my lips will praise you.-So I will bless you as long as I live-- in your name I will lift up my hands.-My soul will be satisfied as with fat and rich food,- and my mouth will praise you with joyful lips,-when I remember you upon my bed,- and meditate on you in the watches of the night--for you have been my help,- and in the shadow of your wings I will sing for joy.-My soul clings to you-- your right hand upholds me.-But those who seek to destroy my life- shall go down into the depths of the earth--they shall be given over to the power of the sword-- they shall be a portion for jackals.-But the king shall rejoice in God-- all who swear by him shall exult,- for the mouths of liars will be stopped.