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Ruth: You Reap What You Sow
With Ruth 1:16–18, we continue our survey of Bible books. Ruth is a book of hope in God’s providence. It is not only a beautiful story of grace toward Ruth, but it also shows God’s providence in the preparation of the Davidic line. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches blessings come with the harvest, blessings come with loyalty to Yahweh, and God’s anticipation of the…
Following Christ’s Love Toward One Another
In Romans 15:1–7, the apostle Paul encourages the strong in faith to follow Christ’s example in carrying the reproaches upon himself out of love. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the example of the Lord Jesus Christ, the purpose of the Old Testament for the strong in faith, and the dependence on God for endurance and encouragement.
“May the God of endurance and…
Listening to the Word, Living Out the Word, Blessing in the Word
In James 1:22-25, James stresses the importance of listening to God through His Word and being diligent to live according to His Word. Mr. Matthew Reyes preaches listening and living, listening and forgetting, and looking deeply and living freely.
“But the one who looks into the perfect law, the…
Resolving Conflicts Between Weak and Strong Believers
In Romans 14:1-23, the apostle Paul calls believers not to attack each other, but to live in the righteousness, peace, and joy of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches God is the Lord and Judge; walk in righteousness, peace, and joy; and keep your faith between you and God.
“As…
The Call of Wisdom
In Proverbs 8:1-36, wisdom calls the listener to seek wisdom and to gain blessings and even the gift of life. Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches an open call, a trustworthy call, and a life-giving call.
“Blessed is the one who listens to me, watching daily at my gates, waiting beside my doors. For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord.”
Put on the Armor of Light
In Romans 13:11-14, the apostle Paul urges the believers in Rome to live as though the Lord was coming soon, because He might! Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches awake from sleep, cast out the works of darkness, put on the armor of light, walk properly as in the daytime, and put on the Lord Jesus Christ.
“The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast…
The Song of Songs
With Song of Songs 7:10, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. The Song of Solomon is sometimes seen as a celebration of love, which it is. Others have interpreted it as a depiction of the love between God and His people, which it is. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the textual horizon: romance in marriage, the covenantal horizon: love of…
The Law of Christ: The New Commandment
In Romans 13:8-10, the apostle Paul teaches the standard of God in the New Covenant is not lower than that of God in the Old Covenant, but it is simplified to one commandment: The Law of Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the rule: owing love to all, the result: the fulfillment of the commandments, the purpose: doing no wrong to our neighbors.
“Owe no one…
Temptation: Reality and Hope
In 1 Corinthians 10:1-22, the apostle Paul guides the believer to successfully resist the temptation to sin. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches no temptation is unique and what you face has been faced by most people, God is sovereign over your level of being tempted, God will eventually bring your trial to an end, so be faithful.
“God is faithful, and he will not let you be…
Submission to the Authorities
In Romans 13:1-7, the apostle Paul teaches general principles about a Christian response to the government. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the principles of political authorities (they come from God, resisting the government is resisting God, they are instituted to approve what is good and punish evil); the Christian responsibility towards rulers and politicians…