Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 24)
The Book of Ezekiel (33): The Rescue Mission of Jesus
Ezekiel 34:1-16 reveals God’s displeasure with the shepherds of his Old Testament people because they took advantage of the sheep rather than strengthening, healing, and finding them. God promises a future shepherd who will be entirely different, a son of David who would rise and shepherd God’s…
The Resurrection Unto Life
Jesus Christ is the believer’s life. Because Christ rose from the grave on Easter morning, true believers receive incredible blessing. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims Jesus who was raised for our justification, Jesus who was raised for our sanctification, and Jesus who was raised for our glorification.
“For if, because of one man’s trespass, death…
Community Good Friday 2022 5th Word
I Thirst. John 19:28
Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven, Minister, Seventh Reformed Church, Grand Rapids
The Agonizing Love of God
On the night that Jesus was betrayed, he was agonizing alone in prayer to his Father as he faced the terrible reality of the cup he was about to drink. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches from Luke 22:39-46 in this communion sermon on why an angel appeared with Jesus, what was in the cup, why the Father did not remove the cup, and what is in the cup that is…
The Book of Ezekiel (32): The Turning Point
In Ezekiel 33:1-20, the Watchman must warn the people of the impending danger, so Ezekiel called the people to turn back because the judgment was coming. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the reality of everyone, the urgency for everyone, and the promise to everyone.
“I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live;…
The Heidelberg Catechism (24): Eternal Life: The Secret and Hidden Wisdom of God [Lord’s Day 22]
In the word of God, eternal life is described as the unspeakable joy of searching out the infinite depths of God and delighting in him. This joy, for the believer, begins now on earth, and hope to one day experience this…
The Book of Ezekiel (31): Trusting in God Alone
Ezekiel 29:1-32:32 reveals that because Israel left her first love and relied upon Egypt, Egypt would be judged. God has called the believer out of the darkness of their sin and into God’s marvelous light, to be espoused to him. It is God who saves, not man. Yet man is tempted to rely upon the…
The Book of Ezekiel (30): Pride Comes Before Destruction
In Ezekiel 26:1-28:19, the prophet said Tyre would be destroyed because of her pride. The proud heart is a heart that believes itself to be god, and is thus an enemy of the one true God. How can we be saved from our sin of pride? Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on the nature of…
The Heidelberg Catechism (23): The Family of God Throughout the Ages [Lord’s Day 21]
Hebrews 11:1-12:2 describes the cloud of witnesses that lead the way for believers with the church today cheering us on as we keep our eyes fixed upon the Lord Jesus Christ. Pastor van Engelenhoven contrasts the Holy Catholic Church and the Roman Catholic Church and then highlights the impossible…
The Book of Ezekiel (29): The Temporary Persecution
In Ezekiel 25:1-17, the prophet declares God’s judgments on the nations for the afflictions they brought upon His nation Israel. Similarly, God will repay those who persecute his bride, the church. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on God’s jealousy on behalf of his people, setting…