Sermons on Love
Philemon: Refresh My Heart in Christ
With Philemon 1:8–10, we continue our study of Bible books. In Paul’s letter to Philemon, the apostle Paul pleads for the acceptance of Philemon’s slave who had run away, revealing the power and love of Christ in action. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Philemon: the man rich in faith and love, Onesimus: from thief to saint, and the apostle Paul: pleading…
1 Corinthians: A Troubled Church in Need of Counsel
With 1 Cor 13:13, 16:13, we continue our survey of Bible books. In the first letter to the Corinthians, the Apostle Paul responds to a range of practical and ethical questions that arose in the Corinthian church. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches responding to questions, division in the church,…
Following Christ’s Love Toward One Another
In Romans 15:1–7, the apostle Paul encourages the strong in faith to follow Christ’s example in carrying the reproaches upon himself out of love. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the example of the Lord Jesus Christ, the purpose of the Old Testament for the strong in faith, and the dependence on God for endurance and encouragement.
“May the God of endurance and…
The Song of Songs
With Song of Songs 7:10, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. The Song of Solomon is sometimes seen as a celebration of love, which it is. Others have interpreted it as a depiction of the love between God and His people, which it is. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the textual horizon: romance in marriage, the covenantal horizon: love of…
Brotherly Affection
In Romans 12:10, the apostle Paul calls us to brotherly love, especially in showing honor to other brothers and sisters in church. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches reflecting Christ’s brotherly affection, outdoing one another in showing honor, and the church as a place of honor.
“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”
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.”
Following Jesus’ Example
In John 13:1-17, we witness our Lord’s wonderful display of love and humility as Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Jesus asks if the disciples understand what he has done, Jesus commands His disciples to do likewise, and Jesus promises a blessing for those who obey.
“Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that his hour…
Sanctified Lips
The apostle Paul describes the sanctified lips of those who have been made new (in the heart) by Jesus Christ, demonstrating the love of Christ in both their words and their actions. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on the heart filled with love, the lips filled with blessing, and the church filled with joy.
“If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have…
The True Bond of Brotherly Love
The apostle Paul longed to go to Rome to mutually encourage the brothers and sisters by faith. The Christian church today is also a family of faith. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on Romans 1:8–12 on the family of faith: rejoicing in, praying for, and building up each other’s faith.
“For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift…
God’s Covenantal Love for His People
In 2 Samuel 9:1–13, King David showed loving-kindness and mercy to crippled Mephibosheth of the house of Saul because of his covenant with Saul’s son Jonathan. This pictures God’s covenantal love for spiritual Mephibosheths in Christ. Listen as Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches on the King’s calling, declaration, and faithfulness.
“You prepare a table before me in the…