Sermons on Kingdom of Heaven
Poor in Spirit
In Matthew 5:1-3, Jesus proclaims the kingdom of heaven is open for those who rely on the merit of Christ for their salvation. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches the poor in spirit: the meaning, the blessing, the importance, and the link to the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Mark: The Suffering Son of God
With Mark 1:1-8, we continue our survey of Bible books. The gospel of Mark displays Jesus’ divine authority over sickness, demons, nature, and mankind. Mark also highlights the last week of Jesus ministry, revealing Jesus as the suffering Son of God, which is the good news. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the life of Jesus according to Mark, the authoritative Son of…
Matthew: The Long-Awaited Messiah has Come!
With Matthew 1:17, we continue our survey of Bible books. The gospel of Matthew introduces Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah and points to the coming of the Kingdom of Heaven. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the birth and introduction of the Messiah, the Kingdom of Heaven, the authority of the Messiah, the rejection and execution of the Messiah, and the resurrection…
The Key that Opens the Kingdom of Heaven
The Lord Jesus came to shine light upon those in the shadow of death and darkness with the message: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” What is the key that opens the kingdom of heaven to those sitting in darkness and the shadow of death? Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on Matthew 4:17 on the kingdom of heaven opened, entered, and missed. “From…
The Treasure and the Pearl
In Matthew 13:44–46, Jesus speaks in parables for his disciples to learn crucial truths about the kingdom of heaven. Mr. Ben Bessett describes the discovery of the treasure, the value of the treasure, and delighting in the treasure.
“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all…