https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/podcasts/58406/ The newest sermons from Redeemer Presbyterian Church on SermonAudio. Religion & Spirituality Redeemer Presbyterian Church http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://vps.sermonaudio.com/resize_image/sources/podcast/1440/1440/rpcelkgrove-03.jpg https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/podcasts/58406/ en Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:40:32 +0000 30 George Vander Dussen no The newest sermons from Redeemer Presbyterian Church on SermonAudio. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/101524326186139 This sermon emphasizes the power of words, teaching that righteous speech reflects a heart aligned with God, while deceitful speech reveals a heart of wickedness. It encourages believers to trust in God's protection, even in the face of betrayal, and to continue loving others as Christ has loved us. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/101524326186139 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:35:18 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/91924516427141 This sermon emphasizes the importance of setting goals in alignment with God's will. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/91924516427141 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:43:21 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/8142445416650 "When the lamp of the Lord exposes your sins to you, the ensuing feelings of guilt and shame are to be understood as God's grace to you. They're intended to move you to repentance and drive you to the cross of Jesus Christ where you'll receive mercy and comprehensive forgiveness from God." https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/8142445416650 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:35:09 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/327171939564 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/327171939564 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:39:52 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/39171419282 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/39171419282 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 05 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:38:17 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/32171142429 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/32171142429 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 26 Feb 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:36:39 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/3217111474 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/3217111474 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 19 Feb 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:40:08 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/21817045252 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/21817045252 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 12 Feb 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:38:50 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/13017200264 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/13017200264 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 29 Jan 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:47:14 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/126171611335 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/126171611335 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 22 Jan 2017 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:39:26 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/84161656134 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/84161656134 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 31 Jul 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:41:23 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/7291612743 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/7291612743 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 24 Jul 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:45:49 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/7131616403410 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/7131616403410 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 10 Jul 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:42:08 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/713161719351 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/713161719351 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 03 Jul 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:46:56 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/629161731545 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/629161731545 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 26 Jun 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:51:34 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/314161413577 The sermon text for this Lord's Day will be Proverbs 15:30. The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and good news refreshes the bones. 1. By "light of the eyes," Solomon is referring to the things seen with our eyes (Eccl 11:7). What are some things your eyes see that brings joy to your heart? 2. In the second sentence, Solomon is referring to favorable reports that are heard with our ears (Prov 25:25). What type of things do you hear that refresh your bones? 3. In Matthew 13:16, Jesus says to His disciples, "But blessed are your eyes, for they see, and your ears, for they hear." What did Jesus mean by this? What is the context in which Jesus made this statement? 4. Why do some people "see" but not perceive and "hear" but not understand? (Is 6:9; Jer 5:21; Ezek 12:2; etc.) 5. How does James 1:22-25 instruct you to use your sense of sight and hearing? In what ways does this challenge you to live differently than you have in the past? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/314161413577 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 13 Mar 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:40:50 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/38161625577 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/38161625577 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 06 Mar 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:47:12 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/38161552530 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/38161552530 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 28 Feb 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:44:32 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/21616111290 The sermon text for this Lord's Day will be Proverbs 12:16. The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult. (ESV) A fool's wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame. (NKJV) 1. The ESV translators rendered the second sentence of this proverb differently than the NKJV translators did. This difference actually helps us better understand the second sentence. In your own words, how does the prudent man respond to provocation? 2. Why is it foolish to vent your anger? (Prov 29:11; Eccl 7:9; Job 5:2) 3. Can you think of any biblical characters who vented their anger and received judgement from God? (Examples: Num 22:29; 1 Sam 25:10-11, Est 3:5; etc.) 4. Is it ever proper for a Christian to express his anger? (Ps 4:3-4; 37:8; Eph 4:26) Was Jesus expressing anger when He cleansed the temple? (Matt 21:12-13; Mark 11:15-19; Luke 19:45-48; John 2:13-17) What Jacob justified in his anger against Laban? (Gen 31:36) Was Moses justified in his anger against those who worshiped the golden calf? (Ex 32:19) Was Nehemiah justified in his anger with the Jews? (Neh 13:25) 5. Read Proverbs 15:28. What are some practical steps that will guard a righteous person's response to provocation? (Prov 15:2; 16:23; 17:27; 29:20; 1 Pet 3:15-16, 1 Tim 2:8; etc.) https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/21616111290 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 14 Feb 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:47:18 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/281617111510 The sermon text for this Lord's Day will be Proverbs 11:25. Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered. Here are some questions to assist you in preparing for this week's sermon. 1. Solomon describes the person who "brings blessing" and "waters." Consult different translations. These are verbs; they define action. List twelve different categories of action that "bring blessing" and "water" in the manner that Solomon is describing. 2. Can you remember anything Jesus spoke in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) that parallels the message of Proverbs 11:25? 3. Consider the application of this verse at three different levels: (1) the individual, (2) the local church, and (3) the universal church. How does "watering" and "being watered" apply at each of these levels? 4. How does faith/trust in God factor into this Proverb? 5. Can you cite a few real-life examples of this Proverb being fulfilled in your life? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/281617111510 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 07 Feb 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:39:05 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/21161521306 Proverbs 10:20 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/21161521306 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 31 Jan 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:45:17 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/11916154445 We're going to cover several chapters from the book of Proverbs this Lord's Day. The primary sermon text this Sunday is Proverbs 9:1-18. The secondary sermon texts are Proverbs 5:1-23; 6:20-35; 7:1-27 and 8:1-36. Since there is so much Scripture content here, only the primary text will be read aloud on Sunday. The secondary sermon texts will be cited heavily during the sermon, however. Therefore, please make sure you read through the primary and secondary sermon texts at least once before Sunday. Familiarity with the contents of these chapters will help you benefit from the sermon. 1. When reading the sermon texts, compare and contrast the description of Woman Folly with the description of Lady Wisdom. What activities are they both engaged in? What people to each of them address? What promises do each of them make? 2. Remember that the content of all these chapters is a father's instruction to his son. Does it seem peculiar (or even inappropriate?) that a father would speak to his son about the seductive nature of an adulteress? Do these warning about the adulteress reveal a weakness in the father's character? What does this tell us about a father's duty in training his children in righteousness? 3. Why is it so important for us to be able to discern the voices of these two women? What is the end of those who embrace either of these women? 4. Beyond the obvious and literal application of these chapter, what is the more broad connotation? (Prov 8:13a,35-36) 5. Where do we hear the voice of Lady Wisdom today? How do we guard ourselves from the overtures of Woman Folly? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/11916154445 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 17 Jan 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:47:42 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/119161534123 The sermon text for this coming Lord's Day will be Proverbs 6:12-19. Here are some questions to assist you in preparing for this sermon. 1. In the ESV and NKJV, verse 12 begins by describing the man under Solomon's scrutiny as a "worthless person." The KJV translates it as a "naughty person." The Hebrew word used here is Belial. Click here to do a brief word study. What connection, if any does the "worthless person" have with the sluggard in verses 6-11? 2. Compare the behaviors of the worthless man (vs. 12-14) with the list of abominations that follow (vs. 16-19). What patterns or correlations do you find? What specific manifestation of sin stands at the end of both of these lists? 3. Define "discord," as it used in verses 14 and 19. Why is discord such an abomination to the Lord? (Proverbs 17:14; Galatians 5:20) 4. What sins often precedes discord? (Proverbs 10:12; 15:18; 16:28; 28:25; 29:22). How does the Bible tell us to deal with the man who creates discord? (Proverbs 22:10; 26:20; Romans 16:17; Titus 3:10) 5. What is the only remedy for the worthless man who sows discord? (Titus 3:3-5ff) https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/119161534123 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 10 Jan 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:50:17 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/15161555581 The sermon text for this coming Lord's Day is Proverbs 6:6-11. Here are some questions to assist you in preparing for the sermon. 1. What is it about the ant that Solomon is promoting as a virtue worthy of emulating? See also Proverbs 30:25. How would you summarize the sermon text into one sentence? 2. Solomon identifies the person who fails to be productive as a sluggard. Can you think of others biblical descriptions of how non-productivity manifests itself in people's lives? 3. In consideration of verses 10 and 11, is poverty always the result of laziness? 4. Does God call people to be productive their entire life? What about youth? What about retirement? What about vacations? What about taking time away for recreation and entertainment? What can you cite as biblical support for your answers to these questions? 5. In what way(s) does Solomon charge to be productive challenge you to change the way you live? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/15161555581 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 03 Jan 2016 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:43:52 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/123115125925 Having completed our Advent series, we're going to return to the sermon series through the book of Proverbs. The sermon text for this Sunday will be Proverbs 6:1-5. Here are some questions to help you prepare for this sermon. 1. What does it mean to put up security or give your pledge? See Genesis 43:9; 44:32; Neh 5:3; etc. 2. Should we understand these verses to be teaching that a person should never co-sign on another person's loan? See also Proverbs 11:15; 17:18; 22:26-27. 3. What remedy does Solomon give for those who have already given their pledge for another? 4. How does this principle of pledging oneself as security for another apply to our relationship with the triune God? See Isaiah 38:14; Heb 7:22 5. How does Judah, in Genesis 44:32-33, serve as a type of Jesus? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/123115125925 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 27 Dec 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:49:26 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/1019151210327 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/1019151210327 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 18 Oct 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:44:50 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/1012151237307 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/1012151237307 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 11 Oct 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:47:41 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/10515150327 The sermon text is Proverbs 3:13-24. The questions below have been provided for helping you prepare for this sermon. 1. Where do you discern references to Jesus in this passage? 2. Make a mental list of the top 5 things of this world that you desire. After making this list, read verse 15b. What truth is Solomon illustrating here? 3. What's the significance of the "tree of life" mentioned in verse 18? What are the blessings received by laying hold of the tree of life? (Gen 3:22; Rev 2:7; 22:2) 4. As Solomon lists numerous blessings that come upon those who "find wisdom" (vs 13), do you understand these to be literal, analogical, or both? How does your answer to this question effect your understanding of this passage? 5. How does this passage challenge you in your Christian walk? How does this passage encourage you in your Christian walk? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/10515150327 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 04 Oct 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:47:35 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/91715135705 https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/91715135705 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 17 Sep 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:51:19 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/9915194873 The sermon text for this Lord's Day will be Proverbs 1:20-33. Here are some questions to assist you in preparing for this sermon. 1. Summarize the main message of this passage in one sentence. 2. In what ways is this passage similar to Psalm 2? 3. Verse 31 describes those which the Lord causes to "eat the fruit of their way" and "have their fill of their own devices." List five biblical characters who received this type of treatment. 4. List five examples of how wisdom "cries in the street" and "raises her voice in the markets." (vs. 1-2) 5. Where do you see Jesus Christ in this passage? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/9915194873 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 06 Sep 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:45:18 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/92151634510 The sermon text for this Lord's Day is Proverbs 1:7-19. Here are some questions to assist you in preparing for this sermon. 1. What's the connection between verse 7 and verses 8-9? 2. Does every parents always provide righteous teaching and instruction? Does verse 8 establish a universal obligation for children to obey every aspect of their parents' teaching and instruction? What if the parents instruct their child to do something overtly sinful? How should the child respond to this instruction? 3. Read verse 10. In what ways can sin/sinners be enticing to believers? Is it sinful to be enticed by sinners? Consider James 1:14-15. 4. Why would Solomon warn his child about those who plunder and kill the innocent? Shouldn't parents try to protect their children from this type of exposure to evil? Don't we want our children to set their minds only on "whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things?" (Phil 4:8) 5. According to verse 19, what's the end result of those who are greedy for unjust gain? Explain this in your own words. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/92151634510 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 30 Aug 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:48:05 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/827151751540 Having completed the Bumper Sticker Theology sermon series, we'll now begin an series through the book of Proverbs. The sermon text for this coming Lord's Day will be Proverbs 1:1-7. Here are some questions to assist you in preparing for the sermon. 1. Who's the author of this book? What's the reputation of this author? 2. Verses 4-5 lists four different types of people the author is writing to. Who are they? Using your own words, provide a definition and/or description of each of these four types of people. 3. While there are similarities and overlap, the author identifies sixteen different purposes for writing the book of Proverbs. List all sixteen. Limit your answer only to the contents of verses 1-7. 4. There is a fifth type of person listed in verse 7. Define and/or describe this fifth type of person. 5. What does it mean to fear the Lord? (v. 7) In what way(s) is this the beginning of wisdom? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/rpcelkgrove/sermons/827151751540 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 27 Aug 2015 12:00:00 +0000 George Vander Dussen 0:41:21 no George Vander Dussen - Proverbs for God's People