Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 37)
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.”
The Gospel of John (57): The Road to the Father’s House
John 14:1-14 prescribes the path to a glorious future with God. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims Jesus’ answer to the question of direction; the threefold response: I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life; and knowing the Father.
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also…
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.”