Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 37)
The Book of Ephesians (37): Guided by the Spirit
Ephesians 4:17-32 emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit to enable the believer to live in fellowship with Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains grieving or pleasing the Holy Spirit, putting away passions of the flesh, and putting on the way of the Spirit.
“Be kind to one another,…
The Gospel of John (56): The Forgiving Love of Christ
John 13:31-38 disproves a common misunderstanding of God’s love. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven emphasizes the comforting love of Christ, the guiding love of Christ, and the forgiving love of Christ.
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the…
The Book of Ephesians (36): Generosity in Giving and Grace
Ephesians 4:17-32 presents an economy based on working in God’s kingdom. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the economy of God’s kingdom and following Christ in our labor, our giving, and spreading grace.
“Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you…
The Gospel of John (55): A Fellowship of Glory
In John 13:27-35, the scene changes from darkness to light as the glory of Jesus is revealed. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the night changing to light and the glory of Christ’s heart, new commandment, and purpose.
“Now is the Son of Man glorified, and God is glorified in him.”
The Book of Ephesians (35): Renewed in Speech and Anger
Ephesians 4:17-32 guides the believer to Christ-like behavior. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven clarifies this new life in Christ: speaking like Christ, being angry like Christ, reconciling like Christ, and resisting the devil-like Christ.
“Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your…
Pentecost Sermons (2020): A Glorious New Beginning
Jeremiah 31:31-34 contains a prophecy fulfilled on Pentecost—the full power of the Holy Spirit unleashed to change hearts of believers. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven introduces the new beginning and describes the changes: from the old to the new, from the stone to the heart, from far to…
The Gospel of John (54): A Troubled and Dark Night
In John 13:18-30, a disciple chooses darkness over light, betraying Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the high privileges of Judas, the pain of a troubled spirit, the entering of darkness, and the falling of night. Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk…
A Terrifically Good Sight
Mark 9:1-8 and 2 Peter 1:16-18 record the Transfiguration of Christ, previewing his majesty on Ascension Day. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the ascent of Ascension Day, the brightness of his majesty, the goodness of his majesty, and the terrifying sight of his majesty. “For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of…
The Book of Ephesians (34): Transformation in the School of Christ
Ephesians 4:20-24 describes the transformation turning from a life of sin to a life walking in the footsteps of Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven presents a short re-cap, the school of Christ, taking off the old self, and putting on the new self.
“Put on the new self, created after the…
The Gospel of John (53): An Example to Follow
John 13:1-17 begins a summary of Jesus’ final teaching before his arrest, trial, and sacrifice on the cross. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains a new direction, the remarkable love and humility of Jesus, and Jesus’ question for his disciples. “Make disciples of all nations… teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.”