“[I]t pleased God through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe. For Jews request a sign, and Greeks seek after wisdom; but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block and to the Greeks foolishness, but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.” – 1 Corinthians 1:21-24
The Living Way Reformed Presbyterian Church is committed to the faithful preaching of God’s Word, believing that “The spirit of God makes the reading, but especially the preaching of the word an effectual means of enlightening, convincing, and humbling sinners; of driving them out of themselves, and drawing them unto Christ; of conforming them to his image, and subduing them to his will; of strengthening them against temptations and corruptions; of building them up in grace, and establishing their hearts in holiness and comfort through faith unto salvation.” (Westminster Larger Catechism Q&A 155).
Philip brings the gospel to Samaria—a city steeped in idolatry and sorcery. Even Simon the sorcerer believes and is baptized. No one is beyond the reach of God’s grace.
God sovereignly orchestrates divine appointments that bring lost sinners to Jesus. From Philip’s direct call to Nathanael’s ‘come and see,’ discover the King who opens heaven’s blessings.
Stephen’s martyrdom sparks great persecution and scatters the church. Yet Saul’s ruthless campaign cannot stop the gospel—scattered believers go everywhere preaching the word.
How did you meet Jesus? In John 1, we see the first disciples encounter the Lamb of God through bold proclamation and eager personal testimony. Are you pointing others to Him?
In this powerful parable, Jesus shows the eternal consequences of how we live. A rich man’s luxury ends in torment while poor Lazarus finds comfort in Abraham’s bosom. Will you heed the warning?
John the Baptist declares Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world — and the eternal Son of God. One perfect sacrifice brings everlasting forgiveness and new life.
Full of the Holy Spirit, Stephen saw Jesus standing at God’s right hand and prayed, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit’ and ‘Lord, do not charge them with this sin.’ The first martyr followed in His footsteps.
In the day of trouble, waves of suffering can overwhelm us. But God gives us a lifeline: humble, persistent prayer anchored in His perfect character and the victory of Christ.
Stephen stands boldly before the Sanhedrin, recounting Israel’s history of rejecting God’s deliverers — and charges his accusers with the same rebellion. Will we be like Stephen?
John the Baptist declares, ‘I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness: Make straight the way of the Lord.’ He points us to the greater One who is coming.