This sermon examines Deuteronomy 3 to contrast Moses’ inability to enter the Promised Land with Jesus Christ’s perfect mediation. The preacher highlights how Moses, despite his faithfulness, was barred from rest due to sin, illustrating that the Law cannot save. This narrative serves as a typology for Jesus, the greater Joshua, who bears the people’s sins and leads them into true spiritual rest through grace alone. The message emphasizes that salvation is not earned by works but received by faith in Christ, who opens the door for even the worst rebels. Believers are encouraged to lift their eyes to Jesus, trusting in His finished work rather than their own merit.
Established in 1732, St. Stephen Reformed Church is a Bible-believing, gospel preaching, mission-focused, Christ-centered congregation that is committed to living by the light of the Spirit, faithfully proclaiming the light of the Word, and shining forth the light of Christ in New Holland and surrounding area.
As a member church of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), we embrace and confess that the doctrine found in the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Shorter and Larger Catechism is the most faithful summary of scriptural teaching. The PCA’s slogan encapsulates well our beliefs: Faithful to Scripture, True to the Reformed Faith, and Obedient to the Great Commission.
We desire to help all who come to worship, know, love, grow in, live for and glorify Jesus, the light of the world (John 8:12). Our worship is designed to give praise to our Great God, featuring the great hymns of the faith, together with other music that honors Him.