Sermons from February 2020
I Will Recount Your Wonderful Deeds
In Psalm 9:1-20, David expresses the universal reign of God and his kindness to those who cry out to him for aid. Mr. Eduardo Martorano summarizes David’s praise to God and David’s prayer to God. “I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.”
The Gospel of John (44): The Savior Deeply Moved
The story of Lazarus in John 11:28-37 focuses on death and its consequences. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the contemplative Mary, the response to death, Jesus deeply moved, and the key verse “Jesus wept.” John explains, “When Jesus saw her weeping, he was deeply moved in his spirit and…
The Book of Ephesians (30): Christ, the Maker of Giftedness
In Ephesians 4:1-16, Jesus quotes Psalm 68 to make clear the basis of spiritual gifts received by every believer. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven describes a gift for each one, gifts received or given, and gifted by Christ’s design.
“When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave…
The Gospel of John (43): The Resurrection and the Life
In John 11:17-28, Jesus connects the present life to the eternal realities to come. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes practical Martha, the practical response to death, the spiritual answer to death, and the eternal consequences over death. “Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he…
The Book of Ephesians (29): Overwhelming Oneness
In Ephesians 4:1-16, the apostle Paul emphasizes the unity believers have in Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains we are one people, with one future, and with one God.
“There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call—one Lord, one…
The Gospel of John (42): The Glory of God in Suffering
In John 11:1-16, the story of Lazarus displays the power of God to conquer suffering and death. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven describes the purpose, example, and glory of suffering. “That I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings… that by any means possible I may…
Man’s Place in Created Order
In Psalm 8:1-9, the psalmist David focuses on the glory due to our creator. Mr. Eduardo Martorano uses Psalm 8 to describe who God is and who we are: our creatureliness, our dignity, and our mortality. “O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!”
The Gospel of John (41): Come Out and Live
In John 11:1-44, the apostle John continues his focus on the new life available in Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the purpose, power, and hope on display in the resurrection of Lazarus. “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.”