Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 39)
In the Lord I Take Refuge
Psalm 11:1-7 reminds us to trust in the Lord at all times, despite what others may say. Mr. Eduardo Martorano shares the panic of David’s friends, the power in David’s heart, and our future glory when we trust the Lord. “For the Lord is righteous; he loves righteous deeds; the upright shall behold his face.”
The Gospel of John (48): The Collision of Kingdoms
John 12:9-11 dramatically illustrates the conflict between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of Darkness. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the cause of the conflict: resurrection, the targeted people: the living, and the final victory: the King of Israel. “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless…
Cast All Your Anxieties upon Him
In 1 Peter 5:1-11, we find the remedy for overcoming anxiety. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the humility that is required, the honor that will come, and the assurance of Divine care.
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
Sermons for Uncertain Times: Let Not Your Hearts Be Troubled
John 14:1-14 contains the gift of comfort for these uncertain times. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven shares the good news from Jesus: believe in God, believe in Me; believe in the life to come; and believe in the return of Christ.
“For I am sure that neither death nor life… nor anything else in…
The Gospel of John (47): The Generosity of Faith
John 12:1-8 teaches us the power of Christian faith to shape our words and deeds. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes living faith, the generous gesture, the selfish complaint, and the loving Shepherd. “If anyone serves me, he must follow me; and where I am, there will my servant be also. If…
The Book of Ephesians (32): The Interdependent Body of Christ
Ephesians 4:1-16 answers the question, “Which is more important: love or truth?” Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes the family of believers: dependent on one another, responsible for one another, and growing up to love one another.
“Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way…
The Gospel of John (46): The Unstoppable Plan of God
John 11:45-57 shows God is still in control, even as the authorities turn against Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the progression from jealousy to murder to sacrifice to eternal life. God’s plans came to pass in the times of Joseph and in the times of Jesus, “You meant evil against me,…
The Book of Ephesians (31): The Church Navigators
Ephesians 4:1-16 teaches that God builds his church and gives gifts to the members so they can be navigators. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes the bumpy road of human cunning, the highway to the fullness of Christ, and the navigators of Zion.
“To equip the saints for the work of ministry,…
The Gospel of John (45): The Road to Resurrection
John 11:36-44 shows the desire of Jesus to see sinners saved and brought to eternal life. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the words of Jesus to take away the stone, to believe in the resurrection, to ask the Father of life, and to let Lazarus go. “Did I not tell you that if you believed you…
The Gospel of John (44): The Savior Deeply Moved
The story of Lazarus in John 11:28-37 focuses on death and its consequences. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the contemplative Mary, the response to death, Jesus deeply moved, and the key verse “Jesus wept.” John explains, “When Jesus saw her weeping, he was deeply moved in his spirit and…