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Trinity Reformed Church

Author: Nate Harlan

  • Free in Christ — Galatians 4:8‑11

    Free in Christ — Galatians 4:8‑11

    Good pastors, like the Apostle Paul, deliver sharp rebukes when necessary — especially when abandoning the gospel is what’s at stake. Listen to Pastor Nate Harlan deliver this message, part of his series on Galatians. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch the video below. Photo by Joakim Honkasalo on Unsplash

  • Considering Lutheranism, Part 2

    Considering Lutheranism, Part 2

    Pastor Nate Harlan continues our study of the similarities and differences between Reformed theology and Lutheranism. Listen above or download the audio file here. Photo by Mateus Campos Felipe on Unsplash

  • Considering Lutheranism, Part 1

    Considering Lutheranism, Part 1

    How do the beliefs of our faithful Lutheran brothers compare to what we Reformed Christians believe? Pastor Nate Harlan begins this family study with some important similarities.

  • From Slavery to Sonship — Galatians 4:1‑7

    From Slavery to Sonship — Galatians 4:1‑7

    The Apostle Paul wants us to trust in the fatherly authority of God. What stands in our way? We find out as Pastor Nate Harlan works through the first seven verses of Galatians 4. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch the video below. Photo by Roan Lavery on Unsplash

  • Sons of God by Faith — Galatians 3:23-29

    Sons of God by Faith — Galatians 3:23-29

    Galatians 3:23-29 is a familiar passage — and it’s a passage that is frequently abused. Pastor Nate Harlan brings lights to this section of Scripture as he continues his series on Galatians. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch the video below. Photo by John Towner on Unsplash

  • The Promise and the Law — Galatians 3:15‑22

    The Promise and the Law — Galatians 3:15‑22

    In this sermon, Pastor Nate Harlan continues his series on Galatians by exploring the contrast between God’s covenant with Abraham and His covenant with Moses — and how they both compare to the New Covenant that God established with His church.

  • Trusting God’s Might Alone — Galatians 3:1‑9

    Trusting God’s Might Alone — Galatians 3:1‑9

    The gospel is all about trusting the power of God and not at all in our own. Trusting in our own power is simply idolatry. Pastor Nate Harlan continues his series on the book of Galatians. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch the video below. Photo by Ronan Furuta on Unsplash

  • Crucified with Christ — Galatians 2:17‑21

    Crucified with Christ — Galatians 2:17‑21

    We are not justified by our love for God. Instead, the gospel says we are justified by God’s love for us. Pastor Nate Harlan continues his series on Galatians.

  • Faith Alone — Galatians 2:15‑16

    Faith Alone — Galatians 2:15‑16

    The law was never given to justify us. Instead, it was given to be a teacher and guardian. This is one reason the doctrine of “faith alone” is so crucial. Listen above, download the audio file, or watch the video below. Photo by Karsten Würth on Unsplash

  • United by Truth — Galatians 2:11‑14

    United by Truth — Galatians 2:11‑14

    True love offends. When a brother — even an apostle — sins publicly, it is often the most loving thing to do to correct him publicly. Listen above, download the audio file, or watch the video below. Photo by Haidan on Unsplash

  • The Unity of the Spirit — Ephesians 4:1‑6

    The Unity of the Spirit — Ephesians 4:1‑6

    How you treat the people in your own congregation testifies to your salvation. Pastor Nate Harlan says that especially in times of great stress, unity must be a front-burner issue for the saints.

  • Gospel Freedom — Galatians 2:1‑10

    Gospel Freedom — Galatians 2:1‑10

    The goal of false brothers is to enslave the church. As Pastor Nate Harlan explains, it is never unloving for the church’s shepherd to defend the truth against a lie and drive the wolves away. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch the video below. Photo by Alexander Rotker on Unsplash

  • The Gospel of God — Galatians 1:11‑24

    The Gospel of God — Galatians 1:11‑24

    The Apostle Paul faced accusations that he was not a true apostle and was instead inventing a new gospel. Pastor Nate Harlan explains why Paul’s defense of his own apostleship was so important for the early church — and for us. Listen above, download the audio here, or watch the video below. Photo by Maria Oswalt on Unsplash

  • Only One Gospel — Galatians 1:1‑10

    Only One Gospel — Galatians 1:1‑10

    What is the gospel? The answer to the question defines the difference between children of God and idolators.

  • Be Diligent — 2 Peter 3:14‑18

    Be Diligent — 2 Peter 3:14‑18

    As Peter wraps up his final words to the church, he says we must be diligent in what we believe and how we obey. Listen as Pastor Nate Harlan brings his series on Peter’s epistles to a close. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch the YouTube video below: Photo by Abby Savage on Unsplash

  • The Day of the Lord — 2 Peter 3:10-13

    The Day of the Lord — 2 Peter 3:10-13

    What does the Apostle Peter mean by “the day of the Lord”? It’s a pressing question because the answer helps us determine what kind of people we should be.

  • The Promise of His Coming — 2 Peter 3:1‑9

    The Promise of His Coming — 2 Peter 3:1‑9

    God has not promised that our lives will continue tomorrow. We live before Him day by day. The only way to be prepared for death is to trust in Christ now. Listen above, download the audio file here, or watch on YouTube: Photo by Max LaRochelle on Unsplash

  • No Turning Back — 2 Peter 2:18‑22

    No Turning Back — 2 Peter 2:18‑22

    False teachers distort the gospel by saying freedom in Christ means freedom to gratify sinful desires. But true freedom means being truly free to be faithful to Christ rather than to be enslved to sin. Pastor Nate Harlan continues his series on 2 Peter.

  • The Way of Balaam — 2 Peter 2:12‑17

    The Way of Balaam — 2 Peter 2:12‑17

    False doctrine always originates with false teachers. False teachers all share two characteristics: They are puffed up with knowledge yet are easily deceived. Hear Pastor Nate Harlan preach on this section of 2 Peter that helps us avoid falling under the sway of false teachers.

  • Permanent Priesthood — Hebrews 7:23‑25

    Permanent Priesthood — Hebrews 7:23‑25

    The Israelite priesthood was only a shadow of what was to come. We needed a priest who is better than a sinful man. Christ is that man and never stops interceding for us.

  • Pierced for Our Transgressions — Isaiah 53:4‑6

    Pierced for Our Transgressions — Isaiah 53:4‑6

    Why does a good God allow us to suffer? That question assumes we are not transgressors who deserve to suffer. But only one Man was a truly innocent victim. Hear the sermon by Pastor Nate Harlan.

  • God Is Our Fortress — Psalm 46

    God Is Our Fortress — Psalm 46

    in the face of global uncertainty, Pastor Nate Harlan reminds us that God is our only true refuge. Nothing can separate us from God’s love.

  • The Hope That Purifies — 1 John 3:2‑3

    The Hope That Purifies — 1 John 3:2‑3

    How does our Lord Christ intend for us to respond to this current situation? In his first-ever online message, Pastor Nate Harlan reminds us that such situations direct us to place our hope in Christ.

  • No services until April 5

    No services until April 5

    Dear saints, John and I have decided to postpone services at Trinity until April 5th. Rest assured that we have made this decision in faith, not fear, after much prayer and discussion with the deacons. The Presiding Ministers of our denomination have also collectively advised all churches to abide by the recommendations of their local…

  • March 15 services are canceled

    March 15 services are canceled

    In light of the current situation regarding the corona virus (COVID-19), the elders have decided to cancel Trinity’s service for Sunday, March 15.