Sermons from 2019
The Book of Ephesians (26): A Prayer for Strength
In Ephesians 3:14-21, the apostle Paul prays a prayer with several parts. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on these parts: a prayer for the power of the Holy Spirit, for the indwelling of Jesus Christ, and for the fullness of God.
“That according to the riches of his glory he may…
A Heart of Wisdom
In this communion message, Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses Psalm 90:1-17 to answer several key questions. The Psalmist Moses proclaims who God is, who we are, and how we must live before God. “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.”
The Birth of the Eternal King
This Christmas message from Luke 2:1-7 and 2 Samuel 7:11-16 emphasizes the prophecy fulfilled. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the kingdom will be established, the throne will last forever, He is the true Son, and He will be loved forever. “He shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.”
The Book of Ephesians (25): The Heavenly Testimony
From Ephesians 3:7-13, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven brings us this encouraging message. We learn of the eternal purpose realized in Christ, the eternal purpose of the church, and the eternal purpose of preaching.
“So that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to…
Prepare to Meet Your God
In Amos 4:1-13, the prophet gives a stern warning to the people of Israel calling the people to repentance. In this preparatory Sunday message, Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven focuses on the call of Amos to flee from moral abuse and false worship to and to pursue a closer walk with God.
“Prepare to meet your God, O Israel!”
Lessons and Carols (2019): The Year of the Lord’s Favor
Preaching from Isaiah 61:1-7, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven highlights prophecies fulfilled by the coming of Jesus. Jesus came to bring good news, to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty, to proclaim the Lord’s favor, to give garments of praise, to build up the ancient ruins, and to raise a…
The Gospel of John (38): The Good Shepherd [Part 2]
In John 10:6-16 we learn that Jesus came to bring life to all those who will follow him. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven celebrates the Shepherd who saves, who sacrifices, who knows his own, and whose sheep spread the globe.
“I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, and I lay down…
The Gospel of John (37): The Good Shepherd [Part 1]
In John 10:1-21, Jesus teaches a lesson about the true shepherd sent by God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven identifies the sheep, thief, shepherd, and doorkeeper; the thief unmasked and the shepherd revealed; and the way of the true shepherd.
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down…
Rebuke Me Not in Your Anger
In Psalm 6:1-10, David reveals much about the character of God. Mr. Eduardo Martorano explains David’s grief in verses 1-7, and David’s relief in verses 8-10. “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”
The Righteous Man
Mr. Eduardo Martorano uses Psalm 5:1-12 to clarify the life set apart for the Christian man or woman. The psalmist David describes the way believers surrender to God, separate themselves from sin, and spot wickedness. “For you bless the righteous, O Lord; you cover him with favor as with a shield.”