Sermons from May 2025
Daniel: God’s Kingdom is Everlasting
With Daniel 4:34, we continue our survey of Bible books. The book of Daniel is a unique book that focusses on God’s plan with the future of the world, beginning with the Babylonian empire and concluding with God’s Kingdom. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Daniel and his friends in the Babylonian court, Daniel’s dreams and prayer, and God is in control!
“At the end…
Glory be to God / Soli Deo Gloria
In Romans 16:24–27, the apostle closes with a doxology which reveals that God’s power has come to us through the Gospel, the preaching of Christ, and the revelation of the mystery that was hidden in the pages of the Old Testament. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches glory be to God for the Gospel, for the preaching of Christ, and for the revelation of the mystery.…
The Prayer of a Blessed Prophet
In Jeremiah 15:15–21, the prophet cries to the Lord in his suffering, and he clings to God’s promise of restoration. Mr. Isaac Bronkema preaches God in Christ is the strength and defender of His people with two points: the sorrow of Jeremiah and the summons of the Lord.
“O Lord, you know; remember me and visit me, and take vengeance for me on my persecutors… Your words…
Watch out for False Teachers
In Romans 16:17-23, the apostle warns against false teachers who cause divisions and who cause obstacles. Rather, he encourages the church to stay steadfast in the faith delivered to them. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the marks of false teachers: causing division, contradicting the Scriptural doctrines, and serving their own appetites.
“Watch out for those who…
Ecclesiastes: All is Brevity!
With Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, we continue our survey of Bible books. The book of Ecclesiastes instructs the people of God about the brevity of life in this fallen and often confusing world. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the structure, the major themes, and the message of Ecclesiastes.
“Vanity of vanities, says the Preacher, vanity of vanities! All is vanity. What…
Brothers and Sisters, Serving the Lord
In Romans 16:1-16, the apostle expresses his appreciation for sisters who have served the church so faithfully. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the role of women in the early church and sisters who have served faithfully: Phoebe, a patron of many; Prisca, fellow worker in Christ; and Aquila, Mary, Tryphaena, and Persis, who worked hard in the Lord.
“Greet Prisca…
Seeking Jesus Seeking Me
In Luke 19:1-10, we witness Jesus reaching out to save sinners, even the tax collectors and despised of society. Pastor Brandt Barnard preaches the power of the gospel: sought (vv. 1-7) and found (vv. 8-10).
“Today salvation has come to this house, since he also is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”
The Crucified and Living “I”
In Galatians 2:11-3:14, the apostle Paul describes the incredible change experienced by believers when they are united with Christ. Pastor Brandt Barnard preaches “I” crucified and “I” alive.
“I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and…