Sermons from September 2019
Who May Dwell with God
In Psalm 15:1-5, David explains who is welcome to dwell with God. Mr. Eduardo Martorano reviews the character, conversations, companions, and the commitments expected of all true believers. “Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.”
A Preview of the Supper to Come
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses Revelation 19:1-10 to highlight the marriage supper of the Lamb. This communion message explains who the Lamb is, who the bride is, and how the bride is adorned. “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready.”
Gospel Ministry
In 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, we learn the importance of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. Mr. Eduardo Martorano explains the purpose, proclamation, and prescription of gospel ministry. “For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.”
Eating and Drinking in the Presence of God
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses Exodus 21:1-18 to describe a very special meal in the presence of the Lord. This communion preparatory message details the divine invitation, the divine celebration, and the divine warning. “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”
The Book of Ephesians (19): A New Citizenship and a New Family Name
Ephesians 2:11-22 reveals the new status of believers in the Kingdom of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains how strangers become new citizens and how aliens become household members.
“So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members…
The Gospel of John (27): The One Who Spoke
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 7:40-52 to reveal the life-changing words of Jesus. We learn about the life, voice, and message of Jesus as he spoke in the temple. “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.”
The Book of Ephesians (18): The Preacher of Peace
In Ephesians 2:11-22 and Isaiah 57:14-21, we find the message that is central to all good preaching. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven presents the preacher of peace, the message of peace, and the result of peace.
“And he came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were…
The Gospel of John (26): Rivers of Living Water
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 7:32-39 to describe a wonderful offer available from Jesus Christ. We hear the cry to come and drink living water, the cry to receive the Holy Spirit, and the promise of abundant life. Jesus stood up and cried out, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and…
The Book of Ephesians (17): One New Man
Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven, preaching from Ephesians 2:11-22, shows that the barriers between people are removed when they believe in Jesus. He is the one who broke the wall, created one new man, and reconciled us to God.
“For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility.”
The Gospel of John (25): True Knowledge
John 7:25-31 tells the story of the people at the temple wondering who Jesus could be. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven reveals the two signs, the explanation, and knowing the true Jesus. “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of…