Sermons on John (Page 12)
The Gospel of John (25): True Knowledge
John 7:25-31 tells the story of the people at the temple wondering who Jesus could be. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven reveals the two signs, the explanation, and knowing the true Jesus. “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of…
The Gospel of John (24): Looking Beyond Your Eyesight
In John 7:14-24, Jesus teaches us to make love for God and love for our neighbor the guides for our lives. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven shows us the danger of judging by appearances, the necessity of judging with a right heart, and how to evaluate the Word of God with right judgment. “The aim of our…
The Gospel of John (23): He Went to a Different Feast
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 7:8-18 to focus on the mission of Jesus and the kingdom of God. Learn about the meaning of the Feast of Booths, which feast Jesus did not attend, and which feast Jesus did attend. Jesus said to them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the…
The Gospel of John (22): The Schedule of Godliness
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 7:1-9 to show Jesus was at peace with his Father’s timing. We learn about the practice, the peace, and the fruit of the Schedule of Godliness. When we listen to the Spirit speaking to us through the Word, we too can be at peace with God’s schedule. “Trust in the…
The Gospel of John (21): The Divine Revelation
In John 6:66-71, we learn the reason some disciples are able to faithfully follow Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven guides us to a definition of Divine Revelation and leads us to the fruit of Divine Revelation. “For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.”
The Gospel of John (20): Words That are Spirit and Life
In this communion message from John 6:51-66, we learn that some followers turned away from Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains why: the flesh is no help at all, being born of the Spirit means everything, and the words of Jesus bring life. “It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no…
The Gospel of John (19): How Can This Man Give Us His Flesh to Eat?
In John 6:35-59 we see the negative response of some listeners to the gospel offer from Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the limitation of the natural man, along with the invitation from Jesus, the grumbling denial, and last appeal. “This is the bread that came down from heaven… Whoever…
The Gospel of John (18): He Walked on Water
In John 6:16-21 and John 6:39-40 we see the power of Jesus to save his disciples from the sea. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses this Scripture to explain who Jesus is, compares the disciples to Israel, and compares this miracle and to saving Israel. “For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life.”
Ascension Day Sermons: Always with Him
This Ascension Day sermon comes from John 13:36-John 14:27. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains our comfort when Jesus returned to heaven: he went to prepare a place for us, he went to give us life, he went to teach us all things.
“I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am…
The Gospel of John (17): Jesus Feeds a Multitude
The feeding of the 5,000 described in John 6:1-15 is a picture of the greater gift, Jesus Christ. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the purpose of the Gospel, understanding the miracle, and the purpose of the miracle. These verses lead to Jesus: “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall…