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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…
1 Chronicles: Reflecting upon the Past
With 1 Chronicles, we continue our survey of Bible books. 1 and 2 Chronicles were written after the return from exile in Babylon and give a summary of the whole Old Testament. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches understanding the hopeful message, ten chapters of names, what happened to Bathsheba, the Lord or Satan against Israel, and the peaceful end of David.
“Oh…
The Salvation of Nebuchadnezzar
In Daniel 4:1-37, Nebuchadnezzar explains how God brought him to his knees to recognize His greatness and Nebuchadnezzar’s minuteness in comparison. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the dream of Nebuchadnezzar, the interpretation of the dream, the humiliation of Nebuchadnezzar, and the repentance of Nebuchadnezzar.
“Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and extol and honor…
The Fiery Furnace of Unholiness
In Daniel 3:1-30, the friends of Daniel refuse to worship Nebuchadnezzar’s statue and are thrown into the fiery furnace. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the refusal to worship the world’s images, the willingness to suffer for holiness, and the nearness of Christ to those who walk in holiness.
“Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who has sent his…
Nehemiah: Rebuilding the City of David
With Nehemiah 4:15-20, we continue our survey of Bible books. The book of Nehemiah follows the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. Nehemiah and the third wave of exiles that join him were faced with constant opposition, but they overcame their challenges by the hand of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches doing what God has put in your heart, praying and working,…
The Terrifying Statue of Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream
In Daniel 2:1-49, Nebuchadnezzar is ready to kill his wisemen if they don’t tell him the dream and its interpretation. Daniel responds in faith, trusting that God will reveal to him the dream and its interpretation. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the dream and its purpose, the interpretation…
Daniel’s Faithfulness in Exile
Using Daniel 1:1-21, we begin a series on the book of Daniel highlighting the kingdom of God, the Son of Man, and the things to come. In this first sermon, Daniel’s faithfulness to God is tested and rewarded by God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the intention of Nebuchadnezzar’s program, Daniel’s resolve and faith, and God’s blessings.
“But Daniel resolved that…