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Mark: The Suffering Son of God
With Mark 1:1-8, we continue our survey of Bible books. The gospel of Mark displays Jesus’ divine authority over sickness, demons, nature, and mankind. Mark also highlights the last week of Jesus ministry, revealing Jesus as the suffering Son of God, which is the good news. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the life of Jesus according to Mark, the authoritative Son of…
The Battles of Empires and Israel
In Daniel 8:1-27, God foretells the dark days that the nation of Israel would face, along with the futures of several empires: the Medes and Persians, the Greeks, and the Seleucids. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the prophetic vision of the ram and the goat, the history of Greece and Alexander the Great, and the coming persecution of Israel.
“And I, Daniel, was…
Strive to Enter the Narrow Door
In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus highlights the contrast between false religion and true religion. Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches the difficulty of entering the narrow door, the danger of self-deception, and the reward of entering the narrow door.
“And someone said to him, ‘Lord, will those who are saved be few?’ And he said to them, ‘Strive to enter through the narrow door. For…
The Son of Man, the Saints, and the Everlasting Kingdom
In Daniel 7:1-28, God begins to reveal the future to Daniel in two visionary dreams and their interpretations. We can see connections to the New Testament with themes such as “the kingdom of God” and the “saints” of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the judgment of the world, the dawning…
Matthew: The Long-Awaited Messiah has Come!
With Matthew 1:17, we continue our survey of Bible books. The gospel of Matthew introduces Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah and points to the coming of the Kingdom of Heaven. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the birth and introduction of the Messiah, the Kingdom of Heaven, the authority of the Messiah, the rejection and execution of the Messiah, and the resurrection…
The Man of God among the Lions
In Daniel 6:1-28, we witness the steadfast faithfulness of Daniel as he was unmoved in his dedication to God, even when it came at the risk of his own life. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches public innocence, unwavering faithfulness, steadfast trust, and public praise.
“My God sent his angel and shut the lions’ mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found…
2 Chronicles: The Power of Prayer, Repentance, and Faithfulness
With 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, we continue our survey of Bible books. The second book of Chronicles was written to inspire the exiles returning from Babylon to Jerusalem to live a life of repentance, prayer, and faithfulness. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the power of prayer, faithfulness, and…
Worshiping the Holy God
In Psalm 99:1-9, the author calls us to turn from idols to worship the one true God, the holy King. Mr. Isaac Bronkema preaches that God is holy in His kingship, holy in His righteousness, and holy in His Covenant.
“Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at his holy mountain; for the Lord our God is holy!”
Life-Giving Communication
In Ephesians 4:17-32, the apostle Paul continues describing the new life in Christ and the expectation believers will build others up in truth and love. Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches the way followers of Christ speak—thoughtfully, timely, and purposefully.
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that…
Worldliness on Trial
In Daniel 5:1-31, the new Babylonian king, Belshazzar, organizes a feast to celebrate idols using the vessels from God’s temple. But God responds by signing His message of judgment on the wall. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the drunken pride of worldliness, the day worldliness meets with God, and God’s judgment on the world.
“This is the interpretation of the…