Sermons from 2024 (Page 6)
Warning and Hope
In 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, the apostle Paul describes sins that separate people from God and the solution found in Jesus Christ. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches our unrighteous sinful character, the critical question, the deceptive sins, and the power of Christ in conversion: washed, sanctified, and justified. “But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the…
Drawing Confidence from Our Father’s Deliverance
In Psalm 22:4–5, the people of Israel trusted God, and He delivered them from their plight. Dr. Mark Kelderman preaches our father’s desperate circumstances, the God in whom they put their trust, and the assurance of our confidence today. “In you our fathers trusted; they trusted, and you delivered…
The Anchor of the Soul
In Hebrews 6:19, the apostle Paul declares we may have the full assurance of knowing God keeps His promises. Dr. Michael Barrett preaches the anchor of hope: its properties, purpose, and place; and he preaches the anchorage of hope: the Word of God, the oath of God, and the Son of God. “We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the…
Irony and Glory: The Unveiling of Christ’s Identity
In Mark 14:53–72, the gospel presents the irony and glory revealed in Jesus’ trial and Peter’s denial. Pastor Tiago Baía preaches Jesus revealed: the greatness of the Savior, the true Temple, the priestly Judge, and the great Prophet. “Are you the Christ, the Son of the Blessed? And…
The Responsibility of the Saints
In 1 Corinthians 6:1–8, the apostle Paul teaches the believers at Corinth how they should settle disputes. Pastor Ben Bessett answers the apostle’s questions: Do you dare go before the unjust world instead of saints to settle legal matters between Christian brothers? Do you not know your high and exalted authority? Do you choose unbelievers as judges who have no standing…
The Application of Predestination: Who Shall Bring Any Charge Against God’s Elect?
In Romans 8:33, the apostle Paul answers the question who shall bring any charge against God’s elect with the reassuring answer: It is God who justifies us! Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the communion message: free access through divine election and free access through divine…
Micah: The Requirement of the Lord
With Micah 6:8, we continue our survey of Bible books, focusing on the prophet Micah’s judgment from the Lord and the application to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the judgment of God, the sins of the people, and the burden of the righteous in a wicked world.
“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does…
The Application of Predestination: Will He not Graciously Give us All Things?
In Romans 8:32, the apostle Paul reminds us that God did not spare His Son for us, and he asks how will God not also graciously give us all things? Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches measuring God’s generosity, trusting God’s generosity, and rejoicing in God’s generosity.
“He who did not…
Yahweh Walks with Us on the Stormy Waters
In Mark 6:45–52, Jesus displays His power to calm the storm and His ability to bring peace in the middle of life’s troubles. Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches Yahweh’s providences, Yahweh’s revelation, and Yahweh’s peace.
“But immediately he spoke to them and said, ‘Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.’ And he got into the boat with them, and the wind ceased. And they were…
Adding to the Church
In Acts 2:29-47, we witness the remarkable growth of the early church following Pentecost. Dr. Mark Kelderman preaches the message: Who adds to the church, how He adds to the church, and whom He adds to the church.
“And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.”