Tyler Orthodox Presbyterian Church - OPC

06/01/2026

Title: Why Are You Weeping?
Speaker: Jay Dent
Date: May 24, 2026
Bible: John 20:11-18

The sermon centers on the transformative truth that Jesus’ resurrection and ascension fundamentally reframe our understanding of death, not as the final defeat but as a conquered enemy. Drawing from John 20, it emphasizes that Mary’s weeping over Jesus’ absence is natural, yet ultimately misplaced because Jesus is not lost—He is risen and ascended to prepare a place for His followers, fulfilling His role as Prophet, Priest, and King in both humiliation and exaltation. The resurrection is not merely a historical event but a divine confirmation of Christ’s messianic identity, validating His predictions and securing salvation through His victory over death. The ascension, far from separation, is the means by which Christ continues to reveal God’s will, mediate reconciliation, and empower believers through the Holy Spirit, ensuring that His presence is not confined to physical proximity but is spiritually accessible. The sermon concludes with a call to live in confident hope, proclaiming the resurrection without fear, knowing that death has been defeated and that believers will one day be reunited with Christ and one another in eternal fellowship.

Jay Dent | Tyler Presbyterian Church (OPC)

05/31/2026

Title: His Power Made Perfect In Weakness
Speaker: Ryan Heaton
Series: 2 Corinthians (2025-2026)
Date: May 31, 2026
Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

The sermon centers on the transformative power of God's grace revealed not in spiritual triumphs but in human weakness, drawing from Paul’s experience of a heavenly vision followed by a persistent 'thorn in the flesh.' It warns against the danger of elevating personal spiritual experiences above the enduring authority of Scripture, emphasizing that true faith rests not on feelings or ecstatic encounters but on the unshakable foundation of Christ and His Word. The reality of suffering and spiritual warfare is affirmed as inevitable, yet the message of hope lies in God’s promise that His grace is sufficient and His power is made perfect in weakness. Through personal reflection and biblical examples—from Job and Jesus in Gethsemane to Paul’s own endurance—the sermon calls believers to embrace suffering not as defeat but as a divine arena where Christ’s strength is most clearly displayed, urging a posture of humble submission and trust in God’s sovereign purpose. www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/5312616365332

05/26/2026

Title: Consecration Of The Priests
Speaker: Ryan Heaton
Series: Exodus
Date: May 17, 2026
Bible: Exodus 29

The passage from Exodus 29 outlines the elaborate consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests, emphasizing a sacred process of purification, vesting, anointing, and sacrificial offerings that symbolize their separation for divine service. Central to this ritual is the transfer of sin through the laying on of hands and the sprinkling of blood, signifying atonement and holiness, while the burnt and ordination offerings point to total dedication and covenantal fellowship with God. The spiritual significance is drawn into the New Testament, where Christ’s sacrifice fulfills these types: believers are washed in baptism, clothed in Christ’s righteousness, anointed by the Holy Spirit, and invited to partake in the Lord’s Supper as a covenant meal. This consecration is not a one-time event but an ongoing calling to live holy lives, marked by daily devotion, corporate worship, and selfless love, empowered by Christ’s perfect priesthood and the continual grace of His atoning work.

Ryan Heaton | Tyler Presbyterian Church (OPC)

05/25/2026

Title: Boasting In The Cross
Speaker: Ryan Heaton
Series: 2 Corinthians (2025-2026)
Date: May 24, 2026
Bible: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33

Paul confronts the Corinthians' cultural obsession with worldly achievement by reframing boasting through the lens of Christ's cross, demonstrating that true apostolic authority is not found in status or success but in sacrificial suffering and humility. He deliberately highlights his own hardships—beatings, imprisonments, shipwrecks, and constant anxiety for the churches—not to exalt himself, but to expose the emptiness of fleshly pride and to affirm that genuine service to God is marked by weakness, endurance, and self-giving love. By contrasting his life with the false apostles who sought honor and control, Paul reveals that the Christian life is not about personal glory, but about following Christ’s example of servanthood and suffering. His ultimate aim is to redirect the church’s focus from human achievement to faithful, quiet, and humble obedience to God’s call, urging believers to value spiritual fruit over public acclaim. In doing so, he calls the church to embrace the ordinary, cross-shaped life of love, prayer, and mutual edification as the true path of discipleship. www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/524261725563329

05/18/2026

Title: Engaged To Be The Lord’s
Speaker: John H. Johnson
Series: 2 Corinthians (2025)
Date: May 17, 2026
Bible: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Paul issues a passionate and urgent appeal to the Corinthians, urging them to remain steadfast in their sincere and pure devotion to Christ, whom he has betrothed to them as a bridegroom. He warns that false apostles, disguised as servants of righteousness, are deceiving the church with counterfeit gospels, spirits, and Christs, echoing the serpent’s cunning deception of Eve. Though he is compelled to defend his own ministry—highlighting his integrity in preaching the gospel without pay and his superior knowledge—he does so not for personal glory but to protect the Corinthians from spiritual betrayal. He underscores that true faith must be whole, uncorrupted, and rooted in the cross of Christ, not in worldly appeal or self-serving charisma, and he concludes with a solemn warning: the end of those who deceive will match their deceit, while those who remain faithful in Christ will find eternal hope in His sacrificial work.

John H. Johnson | Tyler Presbyterian Church (OPC)

05/18/2026

Title: The Priest's Clothing
Speaker: Ryan Heaton
Series: Exodus
Date: May 3, 2026
Bible: Exodus 28

The sermon explores the symbolic significance of the priestly garments in Exodus 28, revealing how they foreshadow Christ’s role as the perfect high priest and the restoration of humanity’s original purpose in God’s image. Each garment—ranging from the ephod and breastpiece to the bells and turban—points to Christ’s intercession, His imputed righteousness, and the eternal security of believers whose names are engraved on His heart. The priestly attire, crafted from materials mirroring the tabernacle, illustrates that holiness is not achieved by human effort but bestowed by divine grace, reflecting Eden’s intended design now fulfilled in Christ. Through His sacrifice, Christ has reversed the shame of the fall, clothed believers in His glory, and made them a holy priesthood, enabling them to approach God with confidence. The sermon concludes with a call to live as holy people, transformed by the Spirit, interceding for one another and resting in the sufficiency of Christ’s finished work.

Ryan Heaton | Tyler Presbyterian Church (OPC)

05/18/2026

Title: The Way Into God’s Presence
Speaker: John H. Johnson
Series: Exodus
Date: April 26, 2026
Bible: Exodus 27

The sermon presents Exodus 27 as a profound revelation of Christ, illustrating how every element of the tabernacle’s courtyard, altar, and lamp points directly to Jesus as the sole means of access to God, the ultimate sacrifice for sin, and the eternal light of salvation. The single gate into the courtyard symbolizes Christ as the only way into God’s presence, while the bronze altar—square and enduring—emphasizes His universal, unchanging grace and the necessity of atonement through His sacrifice, which fulfilled the repeated offerings of the Old Testament. The altar’s horns, representing both divine strength and mercy, illustrate how sinners may find refuge in Christ, even as the unrepentant find no deliverance. Finally, the perpetual lamp, fueled by pure oil, reflects Christ as the light of the world, dispelling spiritual darkness and enabling continual fellowship with God. Together, these elements form a unified picture of redemption, calling believers to enter through Christ alone, trust in His sacrifice, and walk in His light with confident hope.

John H. Johnson | Tyler Presbyterian Church (OPC)

05/18/2026

This sermon, drawn from Luke 10:38–42, centers on the transformative encounter between Jesus and the sisters Mary and Martha, using their contrasting responses to highlight the supremacy of personal relationship with Christ over performative service. It challenges the common misreading of the passage as a moralistic contrast between activity and contemplation, instead revealing that both Mary’s attentiveness and Martha’s labor are distorted when they become ends in themselves rather than expressions of a heart oriented toward Christ. Through rich biblical allusions—from Joshua’s encounter with the divine commander to Jesus calming the storm and the temple boy’s wisdom—the sermon underscores that true spiritual magnitude is found not in human effort but in the sovereign presence of God, who is the source of all life, peace, and salvation. The preacher emphasizes that the one indispensable thing is not service, but the intimate, sustaining fellowship with Christ, whose grace secures believers eternally, as illustrated by the poignant story of an elderly woman who, even in physical and mental decline, remained united to Christ in spirit. Ultimately, the message is one of grace: salvation is not earned by works, but received by faith, and in Christ, the believer’s portion is secure and everlasting.

Brandon Luter | Tyler Presbyterian Church (OPC)

05/14/2026

Title: Confident In The Lord
Speaker: John H. Johnson
Series: 2 Corinthians (2025)
Date: May 10, 2026
Bible: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

This sermon, drawn from 2 Corinthians 10, centers on the nature of spiritual warfare and the proper source of Christian confidence. It confronts the Corinthians’ misjudgment of Paul’s meekness and apparent boasting, clarifying that true apostolic authority is not derived from worldly strength or self-promotion, but from divine empowerment. The passage emphasizes that believers wage war not with fleshly weapons, but with the spiritual power of God’s Word, aiming to dismantle every argument against God and bring every thought into obedience to Christ. Ultimately, the sermon affirms that genuine confidence and boasting are not in human achievement, wisdom, or strength, but solely in the Lord, whose grace and faithfulness are revealed in the cross of Christ, the only true foundation for hope and identity. www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/513261750322081

05/07/2026

Title: God Loves A Cheerful Giver
Speaker: John H. Johnson
Series: 2 Corinthians (2025)
Date: May 3, 2026
Bible: 2 Corinthians 8:16-9:15

The sermon, drawn from 2 Corinthians 8 and 9, centers on the theology and practice of generous, grace-filled giving, rooted in the self-sacrificial love of Christ. It emphasizes that true giving flows from divine grace, not obligation, and is characterized by heartfelt intention, joyful willingness, and integrity in stewardship. The passage highlights the importance of trustworthy administration, personal commitment, and the transformative benefits of giving—abounding grace, increased righteousness, overflowing thanksgiving, divine glory, and strengthened fellowship among believers. Ultimately, the model of Christ’s poverty for our richness calls the church to give not out of compulsion, but as a joyful response to God’s unmerited favor, with the aim of honoring Him and advancing His kingdom. www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/52262243593439