Sermons on Prayer
The End Times
In Daniel 9:1-27, the 70 years of Jerusalem’s desolation are past, and God sends Gabriel to reveal to Daniel a new prophecy of 70 weeks and His plan for Jerusalem and Israel. Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Daniel’s prayer, the 70 sevens, the first 7 sevens, the 62 sevens, and the last seven.
“O Daniel, I have now come out to give you insight and understanding. At the…
The Man of God among the Lions
In Daniel 6:1-28, we witness the steadfast faithfulness of Daniel as he was unmoved in his dedication to God, even when it came at the risk of his own life. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches public innocence, unwavering faithfulness, steadfast trust, and public praise.
“My God sent his angel and shut the lions’ mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found…
Nehemiah: Rebuilding the City of David
With Nehemiah 4:15-20, we continue our survey of Bible books. The book of Nehemiah follows the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. Nehemiah and the third wave of exiles that join him were faced with constant opposition, but they overcame their challenges by the hand of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches doing what God has put in your heart, praying and working,…
A Mission-Minded Church
In Romans 15:22–33, the apostle emphasizes his expectation from the church at Rome, how the Gentiles owe Jewish believers financial support when needed, and the need for continued prayer for gospel ministers. Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Hospitality to missionaries, support of Jewish believers, and prayer for the spread of the gospel.
“I appeal to you, brothers, by our…
Psalms: Book 2
With Psalm 46:1-7, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Two of the Psalms contains Psalms 42-72, primarily expressing David’s public prayers during the time of Samuel and Kings. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches praying through communal and personal blessings, sins, and sufferings; the righteous will suffer affliction, but God will…
The Groaning of the Holy Spirit
In Romans 8:26, the apostle Paul reveals the groaning of the Holy Spirit, as He Helps us in our weakness with groanings too deep for words. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Spirit’s love of our needs, the Spirit’s knowledge of our needs, and the Spirit’s secret prayers about our needs.
“Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to…
Jesus Prays for His People
In John 17:20–26, we have part three of a three-part series on the High Priestly prayer with Jesus the Good Shepherd teaching His disciples how to pray. Mr. Paul Tamras preaches Christ praying for His people to have the unity He shares with His Father (in truth and in glory), Christ desiring His believers to be where He is, and Christ revealing knowledge of His Father to…
Jesus Prays for His Disciples
In John 17:6–19, we have part two of a three-part series on the High Priestly prayer with Jesus the Good Shepherd teaching His disciples how to pray. Mr. Paul Tamras encourages us to delight in Christ’s prayer and teaches us to imitate Christ’s prayer: praying selflessly, focusing on the truth, praying out loud, and focusing on spirituality. “I have given them your word,…
Jehoshaphat’s Prayer
In 2 Chronicles 20:1–30, the Israelites turn to the Lord for delivery from a mighty enemy, and the Lord answers their cry for help. Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches the plea for help, God’s response, and God’s deliverance.
“You will not need to fight in this battle. Stand firm, hold your position, and see the salvation of the Lord on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem.”
Deliver Us from Evil
In Matthew 4:1–11, we witness the types of temptation the Lord’s Prayer has in mind. We will study three ways Jesus was tempted in the wilderness. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the temptation of the flesh, the temptation of the world, and the temptation of the devil.
“And lead us not into temptation.”
Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 52