Sermons from September 2024
Malachi: Where is My Honor?
With Malachi 1:6, we continue our survey of Bible books, focusing on the prophet Malachi. The prophet defends God against the complaints of the people, revealing the true nature of their false religion. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches God’s complaints against His people, the book of remembrance, and the great day of judgement.
“They shall be mine, says the Lord of…
Everyone Who Calls on the Name of the Lord Will be Saved!
In Romans 10:4-13, the apostle Paul contrasts the law and faith as paths to find righteousness before God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches righteousness based on the law, righteousness based on faith, and everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.
“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord…
Marriage and Self-Control
In 1 Corinthians 7:1-5, the apostle Paul directs our behavior regarding marriage and sexual ethics. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches there are so many questions in our society, how does God want me to live and properly conduct myself, and how does God direct our culture to live so we can flourish the way God intended.
“But because of the temptation to sexual immorality, each…
Christ, the End of the Law!
In Romans 10:1-3, the apostle Paul teaches the Law cannot bring us to the righteousness of God. The only way to obtain the righteousness of God is by faith in Jesus Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches common reasons for missing heaven, seeking to establish our own righteousness, the one true way to heaven, and trusting Him who the law reveals.
“Being ignorant…
Zechariah: Will Yahweh Restore Israel?
With Zechariah 8:1-3, we continue our survey of Bible books, focusing on the prophet Zechariah. The prophet receives eight visions revealing Israel’s hope, Israel’s need for repentance, and Israel’s coming Savior. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches a chiasm (literary device repeating concepts in reverse order) of eight visionary promises from God:
(A) Vision of a…
A Remnant Saved by Faith
In Romans 9:27-33, the apostle Paul quotes Isaiah to explain why the Jews could not reach salvation by pursuing the law, since it must be pursued by faith. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches why only a remnant of Jews believe in Jesus, why it is a great grace that some Jews are saved, and why so many Jews are not saved.
“Israel who pursued a law that would lead to…
Suffering with Wisdom
In James 1:5–8, we learn God’s grace and wisdom are wholly sufficient in our trials and sufferings if we will seek wisdom from God who promises to give generously. Mr. Matthew Reyes preaches the God Who supplies His wisdom and grace, spiritual wisdom and our suffering, and spiritual doubt and our suffering.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives…
God’s Glorious Mercy Revealed in the Outsiders
In Romans 9:22-26, the apostle Paul explains that God’s election includes Gentiles, non-Jewish people like most of us. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven compares Old Testament election and New Testament election, the election of “us”, the unloved who are now beloved, and the outsiders who are now…
Haggai: The Temple Prophet
With Haggai 2:23, we continue our survey of Bible books, focusing on the prophet Haggai.
After returning to Jerusalem, Haggai teaches the Israelites about the importance of the temple, God’s restored presence, and the economy of God’s people. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches misplaced priorities (consider your ways), discouraging results (be strong, for in a little…
The Right of the Potter
In Romans 9:14–23, the apostle Paul argues against the expected response of people who may think that election goes against man’s free will or against God’s justice. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven asks: Is there injustice on God’s part? Why does God still find fault, for who can oppose His will? What if God desires to show His wrath and to make His power known?
“But who…