Maranatha Canadian Reformed Podcast

Feb 15, 2026 Morning Service — Luke 7:1–10: Faith That Marvels Jesus

In this sermon, we explore one of the most remarkable moments in Jesus' ministry — an encounter with a Roman centurion whose faith astonished even the Son of God. Drawing from Luke 7:1–10 and the parallel account of Jacob and Esau in Genesis 32, we uncover three marks of a faith that Jesus marvels at: 1. Knowing what is needed — A true faith begins with an honest diagnosis: we are sinners in need of deliverance from sin and death, not merely a little encouragement. 2. Knowing who is worthy — The centurion, despite his wealth and reputation, declared himself utterly unworthy. It is Christ alone who is worthy, and it is His grace — not our merit — that saves. 3. Knowing where authority is — The centurion understood that Jesus had divine authority to command even death itself. Just say the word, Lord. Like the centurion — and like us — who never saw Jesus face to face, we are called to a faith built not on sight, but on hearing. And in that faith, Jesus delights. Scripture readings: Luke 7:1–10 | Genesis 32:1–12

Love Your Enemies: A Sermon on Luke 6:27-36 (Pastor Taylor Bredenhof)

ove Your Enemies: A Sermon on Luke 6:27-36 Join us for this powerful message on Jesus' radical call to love our enemies and show divine mercy, even to those who persecute us. Scripture Text: Luke 6:27-36 Key Points: • Jesus calls us to love our enemies, do good to those who hate us, and pray for those who mistreat us • True Christian love goes beyond natural human affection - it's supernatural and divine • The story of Corrie ten Boom forgiving her Nazi prison guard illustrates the transformative power of Christ's love • We can only love like this by resting in the unchanging love Christ showed us on the cross Sermon Outline: * Introduction: The Challenge of Loving Enemies (0:00) * Jesus' Command: Love, Bless, Pray (24:35) * Superlative Examples of Divine Love (28:32) * The Golden Rule Applied to Enemies (34:43) * Christ's Example: Perfect Love for His Enemies (38:19) * Corrie ten Boom's Story of Forgiveness (42:40) * Conclusion: Finding Strength in Christ's Love (44:28) Service Elements: * Call to Worship from Psalm 50 * Reading of God's Law (Exodus 20) * Prayer * Sermon * Benediction

Luke 6:37-42 (Pastor Taylor Bredenhof)

"Have You Seen Your Optometrist?" | Luke 6:37-42 Join us for this powerful sermon exploring Jesus' teaching on judgment, hypocrisy, and spiritual blindness from Luke 6:37-42. 🎯 Key Topics: • Understanding "Judge not, and you will not be judged" • The danger of hypocrisy and spiritual blindness • Jesus as our true Judge and Optometrist • The log and the speck: proportionality in judgment • Walking humbly with Christ at the center 📚 Scripture Readings: • Psalm 111 - Call to Worship • Exodus 20 - The Ten Commandments • Matthew 23 - Jesus Confronts the Pharisees • Luke 6:37-42 - Judge Not ⏱️ Sermon Outline: 0:00 - Opening & Announcements 3:00 - Call to Worship & Scripture Readings 15:00 - Prayer 20:00 - Matthew 23 Reading 28:00 - Luke 6:37-42 Reading 30:00 - Sermon: "Have You Seen Your Optometrist?" 48:00 - Closing Prayer & Benediction 💡 Main Message: Without Christ, we are spiritually blind and cannot judge properly. Jesus, our divine Optometrist, heals our blindness and teaches us to see with wisdom, mercy, and righteousness—not with the harsh judgmentalism of the world.

What Is Happening at the Lord's Supper? Lord's Day 29 (Pastor Taylor Bredenhof)

What Is Happening at the Lord's Supper? | Lord's Day 29 Join us for this afternoon sermon exploring the profound mystery of the Lord's Supper. What does it mean to participate in Christ's body and blood? Is communion merely a memorial, or is something deeper happening? Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-22 Key Topics Covered: • The danger of "memorialialism" - reducing communion to mere remembrance • The error of transubstantiation and Roman Catholic teaching • The biblical meaning of "participation" (koinonia) in Christ • How the Lord's Supper unites us to Christ's body and blood • The rock in the wilderness as a type of Christ • Calvin's teaching on being "deified" through union with Christ • The sacraments as signs and seals of God's covenant promises Confessional Reading: Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 29 (Questions 78-80) This sermon examines what Scripture teaches about the Lord's Supper, contrasting biblical truth with both minimalist and superstitious views. Discover how through faith, we truly participate in Christ and are drawn into deeper communion with our risen Lord.

Lords Day 7

God Calls Us to True Faith in Christ | Lord's Day 7 - Heidelberg Catechism In this afternoon service, we explore what it means to have true faith in Jesus Christ in a world filled with doubts and fears. Drawing from Matthew 14:22-36 and Lord's Day 7 of the Heidelberg Catechism, we examine Peter's remarkable walk on water and what it teaches us about faith, doubt, and God's faithfulness. Key Points: • Faith means stepping out - trusting in Christ's power, not our own • Doubt means sinking down - when we take our eyes off Jesus • God keeps us standing firm - His grace holds us even when we falter Scripture Reading: Matthew 14:22-36 Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 7 (Questions 20-22) * What is true faith? * How does faith save us? * What must a Christian believe? This message reminds us that faith is not a leap into the dark, but stepping into the secure arms of a God who has proven Himself faithful. Even when doubts assault us—intellectually, emotionally, or spiritually—Christ immediately reaches out to save those who cry out to Him.