Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 33)
New Year’s Day Sermon (2021): Captivated by God
Isaiah 40:9-31 presents our biggest need for the new year—a renewed vision of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes big problems that scare the world, the greatness of God that dwarfs every problem, and looking to God throughout 2021.
“Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is…
What Happened in 2020?
Ecclesiastes 8:1-9 and 12:13-14 provides God’s perspective to explain the events of the past year. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven teaches the reality of hardship, the response to our circumstances, and the wisdom to understand the past and be ready for the future. “The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of…
Christ Lives in Me
Galatians 2:15-21 shows salvation is not found in the law, but only in Jesus Christ. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains if we have died to the Law and been crucified with Christ, then we can live by faith in the Son of God. “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.”
The Humble King of Glory
Luke 2:1-20 presents the humble birth of Christ revealing the divine Majesty! Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the approachable humility, the accessible majesty, and the welcoming invitation. “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!”
The Sunrise Is Coming
In Luke 2:57-79, Zechariah prophesies his John will prepare the way for the Savior. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the heavenly light of liberation, covenant fulfillment, transformation, and salvation.
“The sunrise shall visit us from on high to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.”
The Book of Ephesians (50): Standing Firm in the Evil Day
Ephesians 6:10-20 lists weapons provided by God to protect his people from evil. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the parts and purpose of the armor, the action of putting on the armor, and the protection of wearing the armor. “Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against…
The Gospel of John (78): Peter’s Christian Transformation
John 18:1-27 and Acts 5:27-42 show the change in Peter from denying Jesus three times to professing that Jesus is Lord before the authorities. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes Jesus and the two Peters; Jesus with the old Peter, but in the new Peter; Jesus’ transformation in Peter and in us.…
The Gospel of John (77): Drinking the Cup
John 18:1-11 shows the power of the Lion and the meekness of the Lamb as Jesus accepts the cup of God’s wrath. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains what was in the cup, whose was the cup, who drank the cup, and for whom was the cup emptied. “Put your sword into its sheath; shall I not drink the cup that the Father has given me?”
Giving Thanks to the God who Cares
Psalm 107:1-43 calls us to give thanks as we experience the constant love of the Lord. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the Lord’s steadfast love for the lost wanderers, the darkness dwellers, the foolish, and those in danger.
“Whoever is wise, let him attend to these things; let them consider the steadfast love of the Lord.”
The Book of Ephesians (49): The Strategies of Darkness
Ephesians 6:10-20 presents the reality of Christians battling the Devil and his forces. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the ranks of demons, the battlefield of demons, the strategies of demons, and the fight for heavenly places. “Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand…