Sermons from May 2020
The Book of Ephesians (35): Renewed in Speech and Anger
Ephesians 4:17-32 guides the believer to Christ-like behavior. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven clarifies this new life in Christ: speaking like Christ, being angry like Christ, reconciling like Christ, and resisting the devil-like Christ.
“Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your…
Pentecost Sermons (2020): A Glorious New Beginning
Jeremiah 31:31-34 contains a prophecy fulfilled on Pentecost—the full power of the Holy Spirit unleashed to change hearts of believers. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven introduces the new beginning and describes the changes: from the old to the new, from the stone to the heart, from far to…
Transformed by Beholding the Glory of the Lord
2 Corinthians 3:1–18 proclaims the freedom and glory available in Christ. Mr. Brandt Barnard describes knowing Christ, the unveiling of glory, the beholding of glory, and the transforming of glory. “And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the…
The Gospel of John (54): A Troubled and Dark Night
In John 13:18-30, a disciple chooses darkness over light, betraying Jesus. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains the high privileges of Judas, the pain of a troubled spirit, the entering of darkness, and the falling of night. Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk…
A Terrifically Good Sight
Mark 9:1-8 and 2 Peter 1:16-18 record the Transfiguration of Christ, previewing his majesty on Ascension Day. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the ascent of Ascension Day, the brightness of his majesty, the goodness of his majesty, and the terrifying sight of his majesty. “For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of…
The Book of Ephesians (34): Transformation in the School of Christ
Ephesians 4:20-24 describes the transformation turning from a life of sin to a life walking in the footsteps of Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven presents a short re-cap, the school of Christ, taking off the old self, and putting on the new self.
“Put on the new self, created after the…
The Gospel of John (53): An Example to Follow
John 13:1-17 begins a summary of Jesus’ final teaching before his arrest, trial, and sacrifice on the cross. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains a new direction, the remarkable love and humility of Jesus, and Jesus’ question for his disciples. “Make disciples of all nations… teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.”
How Long, O Lord?
Psalm 13:1-6 contains the lament of David asking the Lord for deliverance. Mr. Eduardo Martorano describes David’s cry of despair, his call of deliverance, and his chant of delight. “But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.”
The Gospel of John (52): The Cry of God
John 12:37-50 narrates the last words of Jesus’ public ministry. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven presents Jesus’ message for any fence-sitters: the cry to wake up, to come to the light, to beware, and to eternal life. “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
Thirsting after Living Water
Beginning with Psalm 42:1-4, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven presents a biblical-theological sermon on the theme of Living Water: thirsting after God, the rivers of Eden, water from the rock, life-giving waters from the temple, Jesus’ promise of living water, life-giving waters from the throne of God and the Lamb, and digging trenches. “As a deer pants for flowing streams,…
- 1
- 2