Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 33)
The Gospel of John (63): The True Vine
John 15:1–11 describes the two types of branches and the fruit that results from those who are in Christ. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the audience, the message, and the application of this metaphor. “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.”
The Book of Ephesians (40): The Children of Light
Ephesians 5:1-21 provides the cure for the sickness of a world without light. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes the power of spiritual darkness, the transforming power of light, the being of light, and the call to shine.
“For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord.…
The Gospel of John (62): War, Peace, and Victory
John 14:18-31 clarifies the war between the forces of good and evil. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the “victory” of darkness over Jesus, the promise of peace in the midst of war, and the victory of Jesus and the church over darkness. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the…
The Gospel of John (61): A Life of Truth and Peace
John 14:25-27 describes Jesus giving his last words to his disciples to prepare them for his death. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven shares the gift of truth, the gift of remembrance, and the message of hope, joy, and love available to believers today. “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father…
The Book of Ephesians (39): Keeping Clean the House of God
Ephesians 5:1-21 provides guidelines for the believer’s Christian walk. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes empty words in the early church, the judgment of God’s Word, the shame of the world and of the church, and the talk of the world and of the church.
“Look carefully then how you walk……
The Gospel of John (60): The Presence of God
John 14:15-31 shows God’s love for his people and his desire for fellowship with his children.
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven highlights God’s closeness in Eden, in the tabernacle, in the temple, in the hearts of believers, and in the new Jerusalem. “If anyone loves me, he will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.”
The Gospel of John (59): A Spirit-filled Walk of Love
John 14:15-21 shows the way for believers to follow Jesus all the way to heaven. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the road map, the Navigator, the empowerment, and the destination. “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
The Book of Ephesians (38): Imitators of God
Ephesians 5:1-2 teaches believers to imitate God by walking in Christ’s footsteps. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the love of our adopting Father, the love of the sacrificing Son, and God’s great delight.
“Therefore, be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to…
The Gospel of John (58): A Powerful Union with God
John 14:8-14 presents many lessons about effective prayer. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes praying bold prayers through faith, the works of the Father through the Son, the works of the Son through the church, the works of the church to the glory of the Father and the Son, and union with God as…
A Call to Reinvest
Isaiah 55:1-7 presents the offer of salvation, explaining what we must do to gain the priceless reward. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the way: come, buy, and eat; incline your ear; seek the Lord and call upon Him; for God speaks no empty words.
“Seek the Lord while he may be found; call upon him while he is near; …for he will abundantly pardon.”