Sermons by Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven (Page 9)
Proverbs: Living Life Well
With Proverbs 1:7, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. The book of Proverbs is a collection of proverbs that teach God’s people how to live faithfully before God and wisely towards others. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches life as a journey, listening to Lady Wisdom, measuring up to the Virtuous Woman, and living a life of fearing…
Bless Those Who Persecute You
In Romans 12:14, the apostle Paul charges believers to follow the example of Christ by blessing those who persecute or harass them. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the life of grace taught, the life of grace exemplified, and the life of grace followed.
“Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them.”
Psalms: Book 5
With Psalm 107:43, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Five of the Psalms contains Psalms 107-150, with Psalms of Restoration in which the people celebrate God’s salvation, anticipating Yahweh will set His people free. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Lord’s steadfast love will save His people, let us be faithful to Him, and let…
Christ-like Generosity and Hospitality
In Romans 12:13, the apostle Paul calls believers to be Christlike in the way they consider the needs of others and in the way they welcome others. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches consider nothing your own so you can be a cheerful giver and consider your house the house of the Lord so you can show warm hospitality.
“Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to…
Living in Hope, Patience, and Prayer
In Romans 12:12, the apostle Paul explains that Christian hope brings us joy, patience helps us get through tribulation, and prayer helps us through the difficult days of the Christian life. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches rejoice in hope (as Jesus did), be patient in tribulation (as Jesus did), and be constant in prayer (as Jesus did).
“Rejoice in hope, be patient…
The Work Brought to Completion on the Day of Christ
In Philippians 1:1-11, the apostle Paul expresses his confidence in the continued growth of the believers in Philippi based on the believers’ expression of faith. Using our new motto text in verse six, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the beginning of the good work seen in believers, the…
Make the Best of 2025
In Ephesians 5:15-21, the apostle Paul reveals how children of light are to live in the light of God’s Will and to make the most of the time. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Christian’s careful walk, wise walk, sober walk, Spirit-filled walk, and grateful walk.
“Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time,…
All is Brevity, Reflecting on Life
In Ecclesiastes 12:1-14, we consider the brevity of life and our Creator as we reflect on the past year. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches remember your creator, eternity, wisdom, and God’s judgment.
“Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, ‘I have no pleasure in them.’”
The Word became Flesh (John)
In John1:1-14, John goes all the way back to eternity past as he emphasizes the divinity of Jesus Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Jesus (the Word) in eternity past (1:1-2), Jesus (the Creator) during the creation the world (1:3), Jesus (the Light and Life) in His earthly ministry (1:4, 9-10), and Jesus (Grace and Truth) among His disciples (1:14).
“And the…
The Birth of the Son of God (Luke)
In Luke 1:26-2:32, the gospel of Luke introduces us to both Jesus’ glory and His humility. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Son of the Most High; the Savior of the humble ones; the Savior, Messiah, and Lord from David’s city; and the Savior for Gentiles and Israel.
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”