Sermons by Martijn Heijboer
Paul’s Labor for Christ Formed in the Saints
In Colossians 1:24–2:3, the apostle provides assurance to the young church by emphasizing Christ dwelling within us. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches ministering for Christlike growth and striving for gospel assurance.
The Supremacy of Christ
Colossians 1:12-23 proclaims the supremacy of Christ and describes His work of reconciliation so we can appear blameless before God. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches deliverance by the Father in Christ, Christ supreme over all things, and reconciliation with the Father through Christ.
Requesting a King
In 1 Samuel 8:1-22, Israel requests a king to be like their neighbors, but they were really rejecting God as their king. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches a good reason to request a king, the real reason to request a king, and a gracious purpose in granting a king. “Now then, obey their voice; only you shall solemnly warn them and show them the ways of the king who shall…
Paul’s Prayer for Christ Formed in the Saints
In Colossians 1:3-11, the apostle Paul gives thanks for the Colossian believers and prays for them to gain spiritual wisdom, bear fruit, and live worthy lives. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches thanksgiving for gospel fruit and interceding for Christ-like growth. “Walk in a manner worthy of the Lord,…
The Lord’s Prayer: A Prayer for God’s Glory
In Luke 11:1-4 and Matthew 6:9-13, we read how Jesus taught his disciples to pray using the Lord’s Prayer. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches each petition: hallowed be Your Name; Your kingdom come, Your will be done, as in heaven, so on earth; give us day by day our daily bread; forgive us our sins,…
God’s Covenant Faithfulness in Times of Crisis
In 2 Kings 20:1-11, God gives King Hezekiah fifteen years of added life and deliverance from the Assyrians. Also, the Lord provided a miraculous sign to show that His words would surely come true. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches death announced, covenant mercies pleaded, deliverance established,…
The Earth Receives Her King
In Matthew 2:1-12, the wise men travel to find and worship the newborn king, but King Herod seeks to destroy the child. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches that Gentiles seek the King, Jerusalem fears the King, the usurper examines the King, God declares the King, and the usurper plots against the King. “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when…
The Presentation of the Messiah
In Luke 2:21-40, we read that Simeon and Anna both recognized the infant Jesus was the promised Messiah! Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches brought under the law, revealed to the faithful, set for the division of Israel, proclaimed to the remnant, and marked by God’s favor. “For my eyes have seen your salvation that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for…
Jesus: The Promised Messiah
In Isaiah 11:1-10, we read the coming Messiah will fulfill the promises of God to restore a kingdom based on righteousness, peace, and mercy. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches restoring God’s image in humanity, restoring righteousness on earth, restoring peace in creation, and restoring the nations to God. “There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch…
Jesus: The Promised Light
In Isaiah 8:19–9:7, we read the promise that will end the suffering of Israel—the gift of salvation was on the horizon. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches the oppression of darkness, the promise of light, the reversal of darkness, and the arrival of light. “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light…
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