Spring Cypress Presbyterian Church is a body of believers, called by the Holy Spirit, transformed by the Gospel to enjoy and glorify God as we proclaim the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ. Our church is located in Spring, TX.
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Why the Reformation Still Matters in 2024 - Audio
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It has been nearly 507 years since the Reformation started. Is it still at all relevant? Join us as Pastor Ben explains why the Reformation matters just as much now as it did in 1517!Av Pastor Ben
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Where Faith and Works Are Opposed - Audio
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Good works are an important part of the Christian life, but when it comes to understanding how we are justified by God, it is important that we affirm that justification comes sola fide. Join us as we consider this important truth!Av Pastor Ben
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Christians talk a lot about “faith.” Have you ever wondered what we’re talking about when we talk about “faith?” Join us as Pastor Ben continues our Reformation Series look at Sola Fide by addressing the question: "What is Faith?”Av Pastor Ben
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In this first message in our 2024 Reformation series, Pastor Ben looks at what it is that serves as the legal basis for our justification. While faith is the instrument by which we receive salvation, we are not saved because of faith, but rather because of the finished work of Christ on our behalf. Join us as we explore the ground of our salvation!…
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The Parable of the Prodigal Son - Audio
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Join us as our Director of Student Ministries brings us a message from Luke 15 of the Prodigal Son.Av Mr. Felix Espino
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The Church We Are Building: Resolute, Robust, and Ready Disciples - Audio
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As we conclude our brief series, Pastor Ben explains that the desired outcome we are seeking as a church is to produce disciples who are prepared to survive and prosper in any situation or context. Join us!Av Pastor Ben
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The Church We Are Building: Relentlessly Confessional - Audio
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Adding our personal “yes and amen” to the Body of Truth received by the people of God is what it means for us to be confessional. But why are Christians a "confessional people” and why does it matter? Join us as we explore this important theme!Av Pastor Ben
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The Church We Are Building: Rigorously Theological - Audio
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In today’s message Pastor Ben explains the next characteristic we are seeking to instill in our church: that of eschewing theological minimalism and instead pursuing theological robustness. Join us as we uncover the importance for every domain of life of growing in our theological comprehension.Av Pastor Ben
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The Church We are Building: Ruthlessly Biblical - Audio
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In today’s message Pastor Ben lays out the need for us to hold fast to the Word of God without veering to the left or to the right, and that our commitment to doing so must take precedence over our desire to be seen as “nice” or regardless of how others feel about the Word. Join us as we learn about the traits we are seeking to weave into the fabri…
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In today’s passage, the conclusion of Matthew’s Gospel, the risen Lord issues the great standing order for the Church: to make disciples of the nations. Join us as we explore the basis, means, and promise He provides in his Great Commission to aid and direct his people in every place and time.Av Pastor Ben
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Christians affirm the scandalous proposition that a dead man came back to life. The literal bodily resurrection of Jesus is the most basic and central tenet of our faith and so it is the claim most vigorously attacked by nonbelievers. Join us as we explore the biblical teaching that Jesus, the lamb of God who was slain, rose victoriously from the g…
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Embracing Christ-like Humility - Audio
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Please join us and be encouraged as Mr. Felix Espino brings us a message from Philippians 2.Av Mr. Felix Espino
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The crucifixion of Jesus as a fact of history is of vital importance. The execution of our Lord on a Roman cross was of such consequence that the cosmos itself convulsed at Christ’s death. Join us as we reflect on the meaning and significance of the crucifixion, death, and burial of Jesus.Av Pastor Ben
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Having been condemned by the religious authorities in the previous chapter, today’s passage recounts the legal trial of Jesus before the political authorities. Join us as we explore the unjust suffering and condemnation of Jesus, who gave himself for us that we might be reconciled to God.Av Pastor Ben
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Please join us as we receive a message from Psalm 27 delivered by our guest speaker, the Rev. Dr. Jason Pickard.Av Rev. Dr. Jason Pickard
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In today's passage we are witness to the dastardly betrayal of Jesus by Judas Iscariot in addition to his threefold denial by Peter and abandonment by the other disciples. Yet in this lowest of moments we see the love of Jesus on clear display. Join us!Av Pastor Ben
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In today’s passage we read of the institution of the Lord’s Supper. The institution of this sacred meal occurs within a context of pending failure and betrayal on the part of the disciples, showcasing that our Lord’s commitment to us is not contingent upon our commitment to him. Join us as we learn from this important passage!…
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In today’s passage we are given three vignettes in which those involved had gone all in regarding their respective decisions concerning Jesus. Join us as we see both the catastrophic effects of harboring sin and the liberating consequence of savoring the Lord’s goodness.Av Pastor Ben
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Please join us as we receive a message from our Director of Student Ministries, Mr. Felix Espino.Av Mr. Felix Espino
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The Olivet Discourse, and our study of it, concludes with the teaching of Jesus regarding the final judgment that will occur upon his return. Join us as we explore what this passage teaches us about the relationship of faith and works, the union of Christ and his people, and the role we are to fill within the household of God.…
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The Olivet Discourse: Parables Illustrating Preparedness - Audio
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In today’s passage we read 2 parables given by Jesus near the conclusion of the Olivet Discourse. Both parables illustrate the theme of preparedness which serves as the practical response of the Believer as we live awaiting the Second Coming.Av Pastor Ben
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The Olivet Discourse: Be Ready! - Audio
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In today’s passage we reach the “punch line” of the Olivet Discourse and learn that the key to being prepared for the future is to be faithful in the present. Join us as we explore the implication of these words for us!Av Pastor Ben
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The Olivet Discourse: Coming on the Clouds - Audio
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In today’s message we explore the most textually complex and difficult part of the Olivet Discourse, join us as Pastor Ben helps us chart a course to help us understand this important passage.Av Pastor Ben
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The Olivet Discourse: Being Prepared for the Future, pt.2 - Audio
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Join us as we continue our study of this passage in which we explore the emphasis Jesus puts on the need of his hearers to flea Judea when they see the “abomination that causes desolation” and what that means for us!Av Pastor Ben
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The Battle Belongs to the Lord, pt.1 - Audio
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Please join us as Rev. Ken Thurman brings a message from Judges 7.Av Ken Thurman
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The Olivet Discourse: Being Prepared for the Future, pt.1 - Audio
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Having introduced some of the unique challenges associated with the prophetic genre, today we look at the structural outline of this passage to ascertain the sections into which the Olivet Discourse is divided. Join us as we unpack this passage one section at a time!Av Pastor Ben
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Introduction to the Olivet Discourse pt.2 - Audio
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In today’s passage we continue our introductory comments highlighting several of the principles that must be kept in mind when studying the prophetic writings of Scripture in general and the Olivet Discourse in particular.Av Pastor Ben
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Introduction to the Olivet Discourse, pt.1 - Audio
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In today’s passage we begin our study of the famous “Olivet Discourse” - a protracted section of teaching by Jesus on the subject of future events. This passage has a wide diversity of interpretive opinion, with some possibilities more or less plausible than others. Join us as Pastor Ben begins our look at this passage by explaining some of the pri…
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The resurrection of Jesus is the central tenet of our faith. Join us as we explore what it teaches us about Jesus and ourselves, that we might live properly in light of this most significant historical event!Av Pastor Ben
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The King's Verdict: Lamentation - Audio
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In today’s passage we read our Lord’s expression of sorrow at the coming judgment upon the House of Israel, and we see his tenderness and compassion displayed even as he prepares to vacate the Temple. Join us as we explore these verses to uncover what our Lord has for us!Av Pastor Ben
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Join us as our guest speaker, Rev. Ken Thurman, exposits Judges 6 & 7.Av Ken Thurman
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The King's Verdict: Woe to You - Audio
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In this passage we’re presented to the strongest language of condemnation used by Jesus in the Gospels. But what does it mean for us? Join us as we explore these verses and learn the verdict of the King.Av Pastor Ben
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The King Delivers His Verdict: Warnings to His Followers - Audio
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In today’s passage, the conflict of the preceding chapter has concluded and the King has silenced his opponents, as he prepares to issue his judgment, he first addresses his disciples and the crowd of onlookers. Join us as we catch a glimpse of the heart of Jesus toward what should rightly characterize our lives in the sight of God.…
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Confrontation with the Religious Establishment: The Blitz and Counter - Audio
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In today’s passage the confrontation between Jesus and the religious leaders enters its second phase as the authorities “strike back.” Join us as we study this important episode in the ministry of Jesus.Av Pastor Ben
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Confrontation with the Religious Establishment: Three Parables - Audio
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In today’s passage we see the religious authorities question the authority of Jesus, and he replies by telling three parables against them. These parables juxtapose the patient love of God on the one hand with the stubborn hard-heartedness of the religious leaders on the other hand. Join us as we explore the significance of these verses for us!…
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Lessons from a Cursed Fig Tree - Audio
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In today’s passage Jesus engages in what is known as a “symbolic action” meant to convey a truth bigger than the action itself. Join us as we explore what Jesus’s cursing of a fig tree meant in his day and for us in ours.Av Pastor Ben
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In today’s passage we learn of the famous “cleansing of the temple.” What had happened to cause it to be in need of “cleansing?” And what does the state of affairs at the temple in Jesus’s day have to do with us today? Join us as we explore the significance of these verses together!Av Pastor Ben
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In today’s passage Jesus presents himself as king. This presentation is met with wild acclaim by his followers… but there was a vast gulf between the type of king they were expecting and the type of king Jesus is. Join us we explore this famous passage together!Av Pastor Ben
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Today’s passage might seem like “just another” healing story, and we might thus be tempted to skim past it. However, this episode was significant enough that all three of the synoptic Gospel writers included it. In truth, this passage showcases the tender mercy of Jesus and presents a short form model of the life of discipleship. Join us as we expl…
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In this passage Jesus shares the great purpose of his coming. This great purposes shapes and informs our own understanding of greatness. Join us in unpacking these verses!Av Pastor Ben
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The Parable of the Field Workers - Audio
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In today’s passage we see the sovereign right of God to show mercy on full display. What’s more, we learn that the orientation of our own heart will dictate whether we find God’s graciousness to be beautiful or odious. Join us as we explore this passage!Av Pastor Ben
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In today’s passage we are presented with a wealthy young man of social prominence who comes to Jesus wanting to know what must be done in order to earn eternal life. In our Lord’s interaction and response to the man we learn much about what it means to receive the Kingdom and thus inherit eternal life. Join us as we explore this passage together!…
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From Slave to Beloved Child...and Heir! - Audio
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Join us as Pastor Ben helps us see how the work of the Holy Spirit helps us in our times of difficulty and how we are being preserved for a glorious future. In view of this, we can be of good cheer!Av Pastor Ben
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Today’s passage teaches us about the conditions and purpose of Christ’s coming. In these words we find a cause for great comfort and joy… join us!Av Pastor Ben
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Please join us as we receive a message from Daniel 6 delivered by our guest speaker, Rev. David Stoddard.Av Rev. David Stoddard
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As adults it can often from challenging to feel merry or joyous at Christmas. How does the advent of our Lord provide a basis for joy? Join us as we explore the implication of God’s lordship and orchestration of history for our own lives!Av Pastor Ben
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Jesus Teaches on Marriage (and Divorce) - Audio
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Today’s passage is famously cited for what Jesus teaches related to divorce, but often overlooked is what he teaches about marriage which is what informs his teaching on divorce. Join us as we explore these verses together to get a better understanding of the will of God for our marriages!Av Pastor Ben
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Please join us as our guest speaker Rev. Julian Zugg delivers a message from Acts 9.Av Julian Zugg
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Please join us as our guest speaker Rev. Paul Miller delivers a message from John 10.Av Paul Miller
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The Call and Commissioning of Gideon - Audio
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Please join us as our guest speaker Rev. Ken Thurman delivers a message from Judges 6.Av Ken Thurman
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