Sermons from 2023 (Page 8)
The Gospel of God
In Mark 1:1–15, Jesus begins his ministry by proclaiming the gospel message that the kingdom of God is at hand. Pastor Brandt Barnard preaches the initiation of the gospel of God, the indicative (truth) of the gospel of God, and the imperative of the gospel of God.
“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”
The Life of Faith: Peace with God
In Romans 5:1–11, the apostle Paul proclaims the good news that we can escape the wrath of God and instead have peace with God through faith in Jesus Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the peaceful conscience, intimacy with God, access to God, life in the new heavens and the new earth, and eternal life.
“Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we…
Now Get to Work!
In Philippians 2:12–18, the apostle Paul prescribes a life of holiness for those who follow Christ. Mr. Ben Bessett preaches a life of sanctification and service for those who are redeemed with God working through us to accomplish His good pleasure.
“Be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom…
The Only Way to Exaltation
Philippians 2:9–11 explains that following Christ’s earthly life of humiliation and His death on the cross, God the Father exalted Him so every tongue would confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Mr. Ben Bessett presents Christ as the blueprint for our lives, so that following our humility and self-denial, we too can be exalted in glory.
“Therefore God has highly exalted…
Hallowed Be Thy Name
In Jeremiah 9:23–24, we receive directions guiding us to praise the One who is worthy to receive all honor, glory, and praise. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches humanity’s love for boasting in self, Christ’s love for boasting in God, and the Christian’s love for boasting in God.
“Let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the Lord…
The Good News of Death and Resurrection
In Romans 4:23–25, the Apostle Paul explains that Jesus was delivered up for our trespasses and He was raised for our justification. This Sunday we will ponder the meaning of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ! Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the good news of Jesus’ death, the good news of Jesus’ resurrection, and the good news to those who believe.
“It…
The Mindset of Humility
Philippians 2:5–8 describes for all believers the humility and obedience of our example Jesus Christ. Mr. Ben Bessett preaches the willingness to go, the willingness to become, and the willingness to suffer and die.
“And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.”
The Promise of Abraham
Romans 4:13–22 describes the righteousness of faith exhibited by Abraham, showing the promises of God depend on grace. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the promise to Abraham, the faith of Abraham, and the reward of Abraham.
“For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world did not come through the law but through the righteousness…
The Mindset of Unity
In Philippians 2:1–4, the apostle Paul uses Christ as our example of humility and concern for the church family. Mr. Ben Bessett asks whether our mindset reflects Christ, whether we show compassion for the church family, whether our words and actions disrupt unity within the church, and whether we can we become even more humble.
“Complete my joy by being of the same…
Peace Be with You
In John 20:19–31, Jesus appears to His disciples and confirms the glorious truth of the resurrection! Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven brings us the Easter message first spoken by Jesus to His disciples: peace be with you, receive the Holy Spirit, and grant forgiveness.
“Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.”