Sermons from 2024 (Page 2)
Psalms: Book 1
With Psalm 1:1-6, we continue our survey of Bible books, beginning the third portion of the Hebrew Old Testament: The Wisdom literature. Book One of the Psalms contains Psalms 1-41, primarily expressing David’s personal prayers. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches a deep, personal, and honest relationship with God; God watches over the believer who seeks Him; and…
Israel’s Rejection and Salvation
In Romans 10:18-11:16, the apostle Paul explains how the Gentiles will be used to bring the Jews to salvation in Christ. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Israel’s rejection of Jesus is a judgment from God, Israel’s obedient remnant is a gracious gift from God, the salvation of the nations is to make Israel jealous, and the future return of Israel will bring riches…
The Sinfulness of Sin and the Cross of Christ
In Isaiah 53:10 and Romans 3:23–26, we learn sin is the cause of suffering in the world, and it is the reason for the cross! The cross of Christ is the Lord’s answer to the problem of sin in the world and in our hearts. Mr. Matthew Reyes preaches the sinfulness of sin: disobedience, defiling, and deceitful; and the work of the cross: judging our sin, atoning for our sin,…
Faith Comes from Hearing the Word of Christ
In Romans 10:14-17, the apostle Paul explains how someone comes to call on the name of the Lord; through faith, which comes through hearing, which comes through the preaching of the Gospel. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches messengers are sent out, the Word of Christ is preached, the Word of Christ produces faith, and faith produces calling on God.
“So faith comes…
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…