Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 34)
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…
The Gospel of John (76): A Man Named Judas
John 18:1-11 focuses on Judas’ love of money and his betrayal of Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the day Judas fell, the day he followed, the day he betrayed, and the day he died; and he proclaims this is the day for us to decide. “Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on…
The Gospel of John (75): Union and Fellowship with God
Using John 17:20-26, Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven presents Jesus’ Prayer for Unity: the example of unity, the reality of unity, the call to unity, and the fruit of unity; and Jesus’ Desire for Fellowship: for believers to live with Jesus, to see His glory, and to have His love. “Father, I desire that…
The Book of Ephesians (48): Living by the Power of God
Ephesians 6:10-20 presents a picture of the power available to those who live by faith. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the Old Testament witnesses, the New Testament Hero, and the call to heroic living today. “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.”
The Gospel of John (74): Free and Holy
In John 17:14-26, Jesus asks his Father to protect his followers from the forces of evil while they remain in the world. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the external battle against the world and against the evil one, and also the internal battle against indwelling sin. “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the…
The Book of Ephesians (47): The Gospel, Slavery, and Work
From Ephesians 6:5-9, Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the gospel, slavery, and employment. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
The Gospel of John (73): A Message of Certain Joy
John 17:1-26 contains the words of Jesus for his followers as he prepares to go to the cross. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims that Jesus’ believers will be safely kept in the Father’s name, will be securely guarded by the Son, and will be graciously filled with divine joy. “But now I am coming…
The Book of Ephesians (46): A Message for Fathers
In Ephesians 6:1-9, the Apostle Paul provides a word of instruction for all of us, but especially for fathers. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven highlights the task of fathers and the character of fathers in a Christian home. “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the…
The Gospel of John (72): Who Are You?
John 17:1-26 contains very comforting words of Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, for all believers. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims belonging to the Father, to the Son, to the Holy Spirit and to the prayers on God’s lips. “I am praying for them… for those whom you have given me, for they are yours. All mine are yours, and yours are mine, and I am glorified in them.”
The Gospel of John (71): The People Jesus Prays For
In John 17:1–26, Jesus promises that all those who follow Him will safely arrive in heaven. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven answers the most important question in life and describes the people who have seen God; embraced the Word of God; and received, known, and believed Jesus. “For I have given them…