Sermons on Isaiah (Page 2)
The Promise of a New Kingdom
Isaiah 9:1–7 promises a new kind of kingdom, the kingdom for which Jesus came to earth. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the purpose of Jesus coming, the dawn of the new kingdom, the expansion of the kingdom, and the full arrival of the kingdom.
“Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to…
Turn to Jesus Christ and Be Saved!
In Isaiah 45:22 God commands all men everywhere to turn from their idolatry, and turn to Jesus Christ, who is the one true living God, the only Savior, and be saved. Mr. Brandt Barnard proclaims the command of the Savior, the promise of the Savior, and the uniqueness of the Savior.
“Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no…
The Heidelberg Catechism (17): The Great Investment [Lord’s Day 15]
The Lord Jesus received the wrath of God on the cross for the sins of his people in order to bless them with eternal life. On the cross, Jesus took their sins, and they received his righteousness. Jesus became poor, so that they would be made rich. Jesus was condemned and forsaken so that they may…
The Greatest Display of Love
Isaiah 53:1-12 displays the character of God in the gift of love on the cross. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the heart of God and answers these questions: Who is this Man? What is His sacrifice? Why did He do it?
“Surely, he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our…
God’s Grace Over Scarlet Sin
In Isaiah 1:1-20, God commands His people to turn from their sin and return to Him. From this text, Mr. Ben Bessett proclaims that God is the God who speaks to sinful man, judges them, and saves them from their sin. God reasons with His people: “Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they…
The Book of Ephesians (52): Joining God’s War on Injustice
Isaiah 59:1-21 and Ephesians 6:10-20 provide God’s solution for a world lost in sin. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes a world lost in darkness, separated from God, but also God’s provision of righteousness and salvation, including his church armed with righteousness today. “Stand therefore,…
New Year’s Day Sermon (2021): Captivated by God
Isaiah 40:9-31 presents our biggest need for the new year—a renewed vision of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes big problems that scare the world, the greatness of God that dwarfs every problem, and looking to God throughout 2021.
“Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is…
A Call to Reinvest
Isaiah 55:1-7 presents the offer of salvation, explaining what we must do to gain the priceless reward. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the way: come, buy, and eat; incline your ear; seek the Lord and call upon Him; for God speaks no empty words.
“Seek the Lord while he may be found; call upon him while he is near; …for he will abundantly pardon.”
Lessons and Carols (2019): The Year of the Lord’s Favor
Preaching from Isaiah 61:1-7, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven highlights prophecies fulfilled by the coming of Jesus. Jesus came to bring good news, to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty, to proclaim the Lord’s favor, to give garments of praise, to build up the ancient ruins, and to raise a…
Belonging to God
Isaiah 43:1-12 says, “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” Rev. Tom VandenHeuvel explains the comfort of belonging to God: its basis, its privilege, and its obligations. We are safe in the arms of the Good Shepherd, because he knows our name. Nothing will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord!