Sermons on John

Sermons on John

The Word became Flesh (John)

In John1:1-14, John goes all the way back to eternity past as he emphasizes the divinity of Jesus Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Jesus (the Word) in eternity past (1:1-2), Jesus (the Creator) during the creation the world (1:3), Jesus (the Light and Life) in His earthly ministry (1:4, 9-10), and Jesus (Grace and Truth) among His disciples (1:14). “And the…

Following Jesus’ Example

In John 13:1-17, we witness our Lord’s wonderful display of love and humility as Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Jesus asks if the disciples understand what he has done, Jesus commands His disciples to do likewise, and Jesus promises a blessing for those who obey. “Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that his hour…

Jesus Prays for His People

In John 17:20–26, we have part three of a three-part series on the High Priestly prayer with Jesus the Good Shepherd teaching His disciples how to pray.  Mr. Paul Tamras preaches Christ praying for His people to have the unity He shares with His Father (in truth and in glory), Christ desiring His believers to be where He is, and Christ revealing knowledge of His Father to…

Jesus Prays for His Disciples

In John 17:6–19, we have part two of a three-part series on the High Priestly prayer with Jesus the Good Shepherd teaching His disciples how to pray. Mr. Paul Tamras encourages us to delight in Christ’s prayer and teaches us to imitate Christ’s prayer: praying selflessly, focusing on the truth, praying out loud, and focusing on spirituality. “I have given them your word,…

Does Paul Teach That All Men Will Be Saved?

In Romans 5:18-19, the apostle Paul writes that Christ’s work on the cross leads to justification and life for “all men.” Does the apostle teach that all men will be justified? Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven answers the question “Who will be justified and receive life?“ “Therefore, as one trespass led to condemnation for all men, so one act of righteousness leads to…

Jesus Prays for Himself

In John 17:1–5, we read the beginning of the High Priestly Prayer, in which Jesus prays for Himself and for His precious followers. Mr. Paul Tamras proclaims the Son’s glorifying work, the Son’s gift of eternal life, and the Son’s accomplished task. “Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you, since you have given him authority over all…

The Ascension of Jesus Christ

In John 14:1–7, Jesus gives the reason why we should not let our hearts be troubled. Although He would be leaving His disciples, He goes to prepare a place for His followers, and He will return so we may be with Him forever! Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the reasons for Christ’s ascension, the comforts from Christ’s ascension, and the applications following…