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The Book of Ephesians (49): The Strategies of Darkness
Ephesians 6:10-20 presents the reality of Christians battling the Devil and his forces. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the ranks of demons, the battlefield of demons, the strategies of demons, and the fight for heavenly places. “Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand…
The Gospel of John (76): A Man Named Judas
John 18:1-11 focuses on Judas’ love of money and his betrayal of Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the day Judas fell, the day he followed, the day he betrayed, and the day he died; and he proclaims this is the day for us to decide. “Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on…
The Righteous Sacrifice
Psalm 4:1-8 reveals David’s trust in God for salvation from sin. Mr. James Crampton describes David’s reliance on God for relief from distress, David’s counsel for the ungodly to seek the righteous sacrifice, and David’s source of joy and peace. “For by a single offering he [Christ] has perfected for all time those who are being sanctified.”
The Gospel of John (75): Union and Fellowship with God
Using John 17:20-26, Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven presents Jesus’ Prayer for Unity: the example of unity, the reality of unity, the call to unity, and the fruit of unity; and Jesus’ Desire for Fellowship: for believers to live with Jesus, to see His glory, and to have His love. “Father, I desire that…
The Book of Ephesians (48): Living by the Power of God
Ephesians 6:10-20 presents a picture of the power available to those who live by faith. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the Old Testament witnesses, the New Testament Hero, and the call to heroic living today. “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.”
The Gospel of John (74): Free and Holy
In John 17:14-26, Jesus asks his Father to protect his followers from the forces of evil while they remain in the world. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the external battle against the world and against the evil one, and also the internal battle against indwelling sin. “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the…
The Book of Ephesians (47): The Gospel, Slavery, and Work
From Ephesians 6:5-9, Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the gospel, slavery, and employment. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
The Gospel of John (73): A Message of Certain Joy
John 17:1-26 contains the words of Jesus for his followers as he prepares to go to the cross. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims that Jesus’ believers will be safely kept in the Father’s name, will be securely guarded by the Son, and will be graciously filled with divine joy. “But now I am coming…
Christ’s Love for His Bride
Song of Solomon 4:7-11 portrays the love of Christ for his church and his love for sinners. Mr. Brandt Barnard describes the love of God and the Bridegroom’s adoration, longing, and enjoyment. “For the love of Christ controls us… and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised.”
Calm Down
Psalm 46: 1-11 proclaims true security is provided by the unfailing providence of God. Dr. Michael Barrett explains that God is our stability in crisis, God is our comfort during crisis, and God is our deliverance from crisis. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”