Sermons from 2019 (Page 4)
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…
The Real “Sound of Music”
Rev. Tom VandenHeuvel uses Revelation 7:1-17 to picture heaven in all of its glory! Learn about the heavenly song, the singers, the content of the song, and the response to the song. “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen.”
Daniel in the Lion’s Den
In Daniel 6:1-28 we see the conflict between the forces of evil and the Kingdom of God. Rev. Tom VandenHeuvel explains the plot against Daniel, Daniel’s perseverance, and the victory over evil. “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”