Sermons from 2024
Sin, Temptations, Desires, and Our Perfect God
In James 1:13-18, we learn that God is never to blame for our temptations during our trials, the true source of temptation, and how all good things come from God. Mr. Matthew Reyes preaches the false accusation, the heart’s incrimination, and God’s vindication.
“Let no one say when he is tempted,…
Fervently Serving the Lord
In Romans 12:11, the apostle Paul calls us to faithful service to the Lord, following the example of our Lord Jesus. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the sin of slothfulness, the importance of fervent zeal, and the meaning of service to the Lord.
“Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.”
Living as You Are Called
In 1 Corinthians 7:17-24, Paul explains that Christians should remain in the position they were in when they came to faith in Christ. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches how do I know my calling in life, what is my “lot” in life, where do I find myself today, and what do I do from here?
“Only let each person lead the life that the Lord has assigned to him, and to which God has…
Brotherly Affection
In Romans 12:10, the apostle Paul calls us to brotherly love, especially in showing honor to other brothers and sisters in church. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches reflecting Christ’s brotherly affection, outdoing one another in showing honor, and the church as a place of honor.
“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”
Psalms: Book 4
With Psalm 92:1-2, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Four of the Psalms contains Psalms 90-106, beginning with a prayer of Moses asking when the Lord will pity His people, followed by psalms exulting the greatness of God’s justice, majesty, and creation. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches it is good to praise the Most High, examples…
Growing a Life of Goodness
In Romans 12:9b, the apostle Paul instructs us to cleanse our lives by abhorring all evil and holding fast to what is good. The goal is to gather a life of goodness. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches how to recognize good and evil, what it means to abhor evil, and what it means to hold fast to what is good.
“Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what…
A Picture of God’s Generosity
In Genesis 2, God’s gracious gift of creation is revealed, along with His loving providence towards Adam and Eve. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the gift of life, the gift of delicious food, the gift of beauty and pleasure, and the gift of family.
“Then the Lord God formed the man of dust from the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the…
Wisdom in Singleness and in Marriage
In 1 Corinthians 7:6-16, the apostle Paul gives guidance for the Christian life whether a person is single or married. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches wisdom in singleness and wisdom in marriage.
“To the married I give this charge (not I, but the Lord): the wife should not separate from her husband (but if she does, she should remain unmarried or else be reconciled to her…
Let Love be Genuine
In Romans 12:9a, the apostle Paul prescribes a key aspect of the Christian life, genuine love. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches genuine love defined, genuine love displayed, and genuine love practiced.
“Let love be genuine.”
Psalms: Book 3
With Psalm 89:46-52, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Three of the Psalms contains Psalms 73-89, focused primarily on the time after David and the fall of the kingdom. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the plea to restore Israel, Israel rebelled and has fallen, but Yahweh will be merciful in the end!
“Lord, where is your steadfast…