Sermons on Truth
Not Going Beyond What God Has Said
In 1 Corinthians 4:6, the apostle Paul commands his followers to remain faithful to God’s Word, instead of creating their own false religion. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches following Paul’s example, following the guidepost of God’s Word, and following the commandments of God rather than the traditions of men.
“I have applied all these things to myself and Apollos for your…
The Book of Ezekiel (16): God’s Burning Love
In Ezekiel 13:1-23, God is provoked to divine jealousy for his people and condemns the false prophets for disheartening the righteous and giving false assurance to the wicked. Listen as Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on the source, motivation, and fruit of false prophets and God’s response to…
The Book of Ezekiel (14): The Morning Light Dawning
In Ezekiel 11:1-25, false prophets proclaimed a misleading kind of hope, but God promises true hope that cleanses the heart and heals the whole man. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the false “good” news that leads to destruction and the true good news that leads to life.
“I will give them…
The Gospel of John (83): The Power of Grace
John 1:16-17 and Romans 8:1-4 explain that Moses taught us how to live, but Jesus gives the ability and power to live. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven contrasts all world religions versus Jesus, in the light of the law, the power of grace, and the fullness of Jesus. “For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.”
The Gospel of John (82): Face to Face with God
In John 1:14 and Exodus 33-34, both John and Moses met the God of love and faithfulness. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven presents the Old Testament Temple, the New Testament Temple, and meeting the Living God.
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of…
The Book of Ephesians (51): Fasten the Belt of Truth
Ephesians 6:10-20 teaches the ability for a Christian to stand firm in faith depends on his or her relationship to truth. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes a man lost for truth, a Man bringing truth, and a man standing by truth. “Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having…
The Gospel of John (74): Free and Holy
In John 17:14-26, Jesus asks his Father to protect his followers from the forces of evil while they remain in the world. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the external battle against the world and against the evil one, and also the internal battle against indwelling sin. “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the…
The Gospel of John (61): A Life of Truth and Peace
John 14:25-27 describes Jesus giving his last words to his disciples to prepare them for his death. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven shares the gift of truth, the gift of remembrance, and the message of hope, joy, and love available to believers today. “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father…
The Gospel of John (57): The Road to the Father’s House
John 14:1-14 prescribes the path to a glorious future with God. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims Jesus’ answer to the question of direction; the threefold response: I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life; and knowing the Father.
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also…
The Book of Ephesians (32): The Interdependent Body of Christ
Ephesians 4:1-16 answers the question, “Which is more important: love or truth?” Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes the family of believers: dependent on one another, responsible for one another, and growing up to love one another.
“Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way…
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