Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 49)
The Gospel of John (34): New Sight for the Blind Man
In John 9:1-7, Jesus displays his ability to do the works of God by bringing sight to a blind man. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the details, the spiritual meaning, and the purpose of this miracle. “We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day… As long as I am in the world, I…
The Book of Ephesians (24): Searching the Unsearchable
From Ephesians 3:7-13, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes the Apostle Paul’s role as a minister. We learn the calling of a preacher, the ministry of a preacher, and the way of fruitful listening to preaching.
“This grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of…
The Gospel of John (33): Abraham Meets Jesus
In John 8:48-59 and Genesis 22:1-14, we discover Abraham’s opportunity to see the coming Messiah. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the time of expectation and the time of revelation and celebration experienced by Abraham and Isaac on Mt. Moriah.
In the temple Jesus spoke of his coming, “Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see my day. He saw it and was…
The Book of Ephesians (23): The Mystery of Christ
Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven, preaching from Ephesians 3:1-6, focuses on the revelation of Jesus Christ. Listen as he preaches on the unfolding of the mystery of Jesus Christ, the mystery of being in Jesus Christ, and the mystery of Jesus Christ in us.
“I have been crucified with Christ. It is…
The Gospel of John (32): Who is Your Father?
In John 8:39-47 and Genesis 4:1-11, there is a contrast between two fathers, with only one path leading to salvation. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes two sacrifices, two responses, and two fathers. “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
The Gospel of John (31): The Truth That Sets Free
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 8:31-38 to explain how faith in Christ can set us free. This message brings into focus two kinds of slavery and the one way to freedom. Jesus said to the Jews who believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth,…
The Book of Ephesians (22): The Stewardship of God’s Grace
In Ephesians 3:1-6, we learn from the Apostle Paul the importance of using our spiritual gifts. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the purpose, requirement, and glory of grace stewardship.
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”
The Gospel of John (30): The Faith That Saves
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 8:21-30 to highlight the path to salvation in Christ Jesus. Jesus contrasted the earthly man and the heavenly man, and he spoke of the faith needed to bring sinners to salvation. “It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself…
The Book of Ephesians (21): The Dwelling Place of God
In Ephesians 2:11-22, we learn how believers are being joined together, growing into a holy temple in the Lord. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the solid foundation, the unified construction, and the glorious habitation.
“In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for…
The Gospel of John (29): The Light of the World
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 8:12-20 to focus on the words of Jesus, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” In this message, we learn about the Light that reveals, guides, and saves. “In him was life, and the life was…