Sermons from October 2020
Christ’s Love for His Bride
Song of Solomon 4:7-11 portrays the love of Christ for his church and his love for sinners. Mr. Brandt Barnard describes the love of God and the Bridegroom’s adoration, longing, and enjoyment. “For the love of Christ controls us… and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised.”
Calm Down
Psalm 46: 1-11 proclaims true security is provided by the unfailing providence of God. Dr. Michael Barrett explains that God is our stability in crisis, God is our comfort during crisis, and God is our deliverance from crisis. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
The Book of Ephesians (46): A Message for Fathers
In Ephesians 6:1-9, the Apostle Paul provides a word of instruction for all of us, but especially for fathers. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven highlights the task of fathers and the character of fathers in a Christian home. “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the…
The Gospel of John (72): Who Are You?
John 17:1-26 contains very comforting words of Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, for all believers. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims belonging to the Father, to the Son, to the Holy Spirit and to the prayers on God’s lips. “I am praying for them… for those whom you have given me, for they are yours. All mine are yours, and yours are mine, and I am glorified in them.”
O Lord, in Your Strength the King Rejoices
Psalm 21:1-13 is a Psalm of Thanksgiving proclaiming God’s wonderful care for his servant David. Mr. Eduardo Martorano highlights the key parts of the Psalm: praising God for past victories, trusting God for future victories, and praising God’s strength. “Be exalted, O Lord, in your strength! We will sing and praise your power.”
The Gospel of John (71): The People Jesus Prays For
In John 17:1–26, Jesus promises that all those who follow Him will safely arrive in heaven. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven answers the most important question in life and describes the people who have seen God; embraced the Word of God; and received, known, and believed Jesus. “For I have given them…
The Gospel of John (70): The Glorious Eternal Life
John 17:1-5 contains the glorious first part of Jesus’ High-Priestly Prayer. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the Giver of eternal life, the receivers of eternal life, and the experience of eternal life. “And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you…
The Book of Ephesians (45): A Message for Children
Ephesians 6:1-3 explains God’s purpose in childhood. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven answers these questions: What does obedience mean? What is the goal of obedience? What is the first promise? What is the second promise? “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.”