“[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).
Jesus said lust in the heart is adultery. The 7th Commandment calls us to pursue purity—not just in actions, but in thoughts, desires, and God’s design for marriage.
Scripture Reading: Luke 13:18–30 And then he said, what is the kingdom of God like? And to what shall I compare it? It is like a mustard seed which a man took and put in his garden, and it grew and became a large tree, and the birds of the air nested in its branches.…
Jesus shows that the sixth commandment is not just about murder, but about anger, hatred, and cherishing every life as made in God’s image.
Jesus teaches that the Kingdom starts small like a mustard seed and leaven, yet grows to fill the earth. Strive now to enter the narrow gate before the door is shut forever.
Scripture Reading Honor your father and your mother that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you.(Exodus 20:12) Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Honor your father and mother, which is the first commandment with promise, that it may be well with…
Peter proclaims that Jesus is the promised Prophet and Seed of Abraham. Repent, receive refreshing now, and inherit the covenant blessing fulfilled in Christ.
“Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy.” God’s fourth commandment is a creation gift of rest and worship that points us to the eternal rest we have in Christ.
Peter seizes a miracle to preach Christ: You killed the Prince of Life, yet in ignorance. Repent, and times of refreshing will come! (Acts 3:11–19)
God revealed His sacred name to Moses as ‘I AM.’ The Third Commandment calls us to honor that name in speech, worship, oaths, and life—or face solemn warning.
Jesus warns that tragedy is a call to repent, not to judge others. Like the barren fig tree given one final year, we live in a season of grace.