Sermons on Christian Life
1 Thessalonians: Walk with God until You Walk with God
With 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, we continue our study of Bible books. In the book of 1 Thessalonians, the apostle Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy are greatly encouraged by the believers at Thessalonica and encourage them to continue to walk with God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the evidence of…
Colossians: Maturity in Christ
With Colossians 1:24-29, we continue our study of Bible books. In the book of Colossians, Paul urges the believers to fix their eyes on Jesus Christ, to put sin to death through the power of Christ, and to put on the compassion and righteousness of Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the problem of self-made religion, Paul’s prayer…
The Christian’s Gain in Death
In Philippians 1:12–30, the apostle Paul describes his delight in serving Christ in the present and the greater joy that awaits in the future. Pastor Pooyan Mehrshahi preaches what the world fears, the Christian welcomes; what happens at death; longing for Christ; living in the light of dying well; and those left behind.
“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is…
Let Love be Genuine
In Romans 12:9a, the apostle Paul prescribes a key aspect of the Christian life, genuine love. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches genuine love defined, genuine love displayed, and genuine love practiced.
“Let love be genuine.”
Growing in Wisdom and Favor with God
In Romans 12:2, the apostle Paul tells us not to be conformed to the world, but to be transformed in the renewal of our minds. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the dos and don’ts of Christian life, how we can grow as Christians by following Jesus’ example, and the joy of growing in favor with God and being well-pleasing to Him.
“Do not be conformed to this world,…
Are You Stagnant in Christ?
In 1 Corinthians 3:1-4, the apostle Paul tells the Corinthian church they need to keep growing in the Lord rather than conforming to their culture. Pastor Bessett preaches when we have the righteousness of Christ imputed to us and have been forgiven of all our sins, we must put on the mind of Christ and practice self-denial. We must not become stagnant in our spiritual…
A New Creation, Part III
God’s prophecy in Ezekiel 36:24-27 is not only the foundation of the Christian life, but it also provides great promises for those who seek to worship God in holiness and purity. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on the ordinary Christian life, the potential for supernatural growth, and the Spirit-filled Christian life.
“And I will give you a new heart,…
The Gospel of John (49): Following the Real Jesus Christ
In John 12:19-26, people were seeking Jesus Christ, and he explains what would be required from true followers. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the true Christ, the true Christian, and the true Christian life. “If anyone serves me, he must follow me; and where I am, there will my servant be…
Saved to Serve (1): The Characteristics of Christian Service
Listen as Dr. Tim Trumper preaches on Romans 12:1-2 in the first sermon called “The Characteristics of Christian Service” in the series titled “Saved to Serve”.
“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God,…