Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 2)
All is Brevity, Reflecting on Life
In Ecclesiastes 12:1-14, we consider the brevity of life and our Creator as we reflect on the past year. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches remember your creator, eternity, wisdom, and God’s judgment.
“Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, ‘I have no pleasure in them.’”
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…
The Birth of the Son of God (Luke)
In Luke 1:26-2:32, the gospel of Luke introduces us to both Jesus’ glory and His humility. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Son of the Most High; the Savior of the humble ones; the Savior, Messiah, and Lord from David’s city; and the Savior for Gentiles and Israel.
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”
The Birth of the Messiah (Matthew)
In Matthew 1:18-2:23, we find Matthew’s introduction of Jesus’ coming into the world. Matthew emphasizes five titles to help us understand who Jesus is. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the names Jesus, Immanuel, the King of the Jews, the Shepherd of Israel, and God’s Son.
“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel…
Fervently Serving the Lord
In Romans 12:11, the apostle Paul calls us to faithful service to the Lord, following the example of our Lord Jesus. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the sin of slothfulness, the importance of fervent zeal, and the meaning of service to the Lord.
“Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.”
Brotherly Affection
In Romans 12:10, the apostle Paul calls us to brotherly love, especially in showing honor to other brothers and sisters in church. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches reflecting Christ’s brotherly affection, outdoing one another in showing honor, and the church as a place of honor.
“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”
Psalms: Book 4
With Psalm 92:1-2, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Four of the Psalms contains Psalms 90-106, beginning with a prayer of Moses asking when the Lord will pity His people, followed by psalms exulting the greatness of God’s justice, majesty, and creation. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches it is good to praise the Most High, examples…
Growing a Life of Goodness
In Romans 12:9b, the apostle Paul instructs us to cleanse our lives by abhorring all evil and holding fast to what is good. The goal is to gather a life of goodness. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches how to recognize good and evil, what it means to abhor evil, and what it means to hold fast to what is good.
“Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what…
A Picture of God’s Generosity
In Genesis 2, God’s gracious gift of creation is revealed, along with His loving providence towards Adam and Eve. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the gift of life, the gift of delicious food, the gift of beauty and pleasure, and the gift of family.
“Then the Lord God formed the man of dust from the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the…
Let Love be Genuine
In Romans 12:9a, the apostle Paul prescribes a key aspect of the Christian life, genuine love. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches genuine love defined, genuine love displayed, and genuine love practiced.
“Let love be genuine.”