Sermons on Romans (Page 2)
A Remnant Saved by Faith
In Romans 9:27-33, the apostle Paul quotes Isaiah to explain why the Jews could not reach salvation by pursuing the law, since it must be pursued by faith. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches why only a remnant of Jews believe in Jesus, why it is a great grace that some Jews are saved, and why so many Jews are not saved.
“Israel who pursued a law that would lead to…
God’s Glorious Mercy Revealed in the Outsiders
In Romans 9:22-26, the apostle Paul explains that God’s election includes Gentiles, non-Jewish people like most of us. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven compares Old Testament election and New Testament election, the election of “us”, the unloved who are now beloved, and the outsiders who are now…
The Right of the Potter
In Romans 9:14–23, the apostle Paul argues against the expected response of people who may think that election goes against man’s free will or against God’s justice. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven asks: Is there injustice on God’s part? Why does God still find fault, for who can oppose His will? What if God desires to show His wrath and to make His power known?
“But who…
Has the Word of God Failed toward Israel?
In Romans 9:4-12, the apostle Paul says many of the physical descendants of Abraham will not obtain the promises of the Gospel while many Gentiles will. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches two Israels: the children of flesh vs. the children of promise; the purpose of election: the works of man vs. the call of God; and the electing love of God: Jacob vs. Esau.
“But it…
Grieving for the Lost with Unceasing Anguish
In Romans 9:1-3, the apostle Paul laments the loss of the Israelites who reject the Gospel. While predestination is a comfort for the believer, it is heartbreaking when we consider those rejecting the Gospel. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Christian’s comfort and sorrow of predestination, the Christian’s sacrificial spirit toward the lost, and the Christian’s…
Application of Predestination: We Are More Than Conquerors in Christ Jesus Our Lord!
In Romans 8:37-39, the apostle Paul boldly states that we are more than conquerors through Jesus Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches conquering through Him who loved us, conquering numerous threats, and conquering the battle for the love of God.
“No, in all these things we are more than…
Application of Predestination: Who Shall Separate Us from the Love of Christ?
In Romans 8:35-36, the apostle Paul teaches us there are many who seek to separate us from the love of Christ, but no one will be able to do it. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches biblical expectations, prophecies, and the priority of the Christian life.
“Who shall separate us from the love of…
The Application of Predestination: Who is to Condemn?
In Romans 8:34, the apostle Paul considers the topics of condemnation and who is able to condemn those who are in Christ Jesus? Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches many have grounds to condemn the Christian, Christ set us free from all condemnation, and living free from condemnation.
“Who then…
The Application of Predestination: Who Shall Bring Any Charge Against God’s Elect?
In Romans 8:33, the apostle Paul answers the question who shall bring any charge against God’s elect with the reassuring answer: It is God who justifies us! Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the communion message: free access through divine election and free access through divine…
The Application of Predestination: Will He not Graciously Give us All Things?
In Romans 8:32, the apostle Paul reminds us that God did not spare His Son for us, and he asks how will God not also graciously give us all things? Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches measuring God’s generosity, trusting God’s generosity, and rejoicing in God’s generosity.
“He who did not…