C L A R I F I E D

Christian meets the Interpreter, who shows him a series of symbolic scenes that provide insight into the nature of the Christian life. Through the Interpreter's guidance, Christian gains a deeper understanding of the challenges and rewards of the Christian journey, and his faith is strengthened. This is part two of this chapter.

Christian meets the Interpreter, who shows him a series of symbolic scenes that provide insight into the nature of the Christian life. Through the Interpreter's guidance, Christian gains a deeper understanding of the challenges and rewards of the Christian journey, and his faith is strengthened. This is part one of this chapter.

In John Bunyan's "The Pilgrim's Progress," Christian arrives at the Wicket Gate, a narrow entrance to the path that leads to the Celestial City. The gatekeeper, Good-Will, questions Christian about his purpose and his journey, and Christian admits his desire to be saved and his fear of the coming wrath.

Christian reaches the village of Morality, where he encounters Evangelist, who confronts him about his straying from the path to the Celestial City. Evangelist reminds Christian of his commitment to God and the dangers of being seduced by the attractions of this world. Christian realizes his error and repents, returning to the true path. This chapter reflects the Christian life by illustrating the...

In this episode, Christian meets a new character. Mr. Worldly Wiseman symbolizes the temptation of worldly wisdom and the dangers of following it. He tries to steer Christian away from his journey to the Celestial City and towards a life of comfort and ease.

Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven discusses chapter three of Pilgrim's Journey, focusing on the dialogue between Christian and Pliable. Pliable chooses to join Christian on the pilgrimage, but only as long as the journey is comfortable. Christian explains the glorious destination that awaits those who remain dedicated to their faith. However, Pliable's commitment to the journey is questionable as he la...

Hi all! Today we sit down and have a conversation with the Quaresma family. Israel's parents flew into the United States and we were able to get in touch and bring them in for this week's special episode at the Pilgrim's Well! Here they discuss church and family and how all the things they do in their lives are centered around how they serve and disciple at their church in Brazil.

Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven reads chapter two of Pilgrim’s Progress and comments on Christian’s encounter with two new characters: Obstinate and Pliable. Obstinate stubbornly refuses to follow the path of salvation and soon turns back to the city of destruction. Christian continues in the way leading to salvation, determined to pursue the path described by Evangelist.

Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven continues the journey through Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan. In this episode the main character Christian receives a guide for his journey when he meets Evangelist. Evangelist gives him a book that will eventually lead him to the Celestial City. By God’s grace, we too are given the one book, the Bible, that can lead us to the Promised Land.

Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven continues the journey through Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan. In this episode the main character Christian receives a guide for his journey when he meets Evangelist. Evangelist gives him a book that will eventually lead him to the Celestial City. By God’s grace, we too are given the one book, the Bible, that can lead us to the Promised Land.

What was the Puritans' view of meditation? How do we meditate on God's word and how is that contrary to the world's way of meditation? Today we explore with Dr. Joel Beeke some good tips for practicing meditation as a Christian, and how you can dedicate everything you do in your daily life to Christ by meditating.

In this episode, we walk through with Joel Beeke how the Puritans thought about and acted upon prayer. What could we learn from their prayer life? How can our relationship with God become more vibrant through more personal and deeper prayer?

Today on the Pilgrim's Well podcast, pastor Paul sits down with Dr. Joel Beeke as Beeke shares his testimony of how Christ completely changed his life for the gospel. Beeke is a passionate leader, pastor, teacher, reader, and writer for Christ. He is the founder and president of the Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. Beeke is also the pastor at Heritage Reformed Church in Grand Rapids Towards...

In this episode, Paul van Engelenhoven and Brandt Barnard talk through Matthew 5:10. What does it mean to be persecuted? How can one who is persecuted be blessed?

In this video, Paul van Engelenhoven and Brandt Barnard sit down and talk about Matthew 5:9. Blessed are the peacemakers. What does it mean to be blessed? What does it mean to be a peacemaker?

The Basic Christianity series continues by answering the question “What Is Salvation?” Ben Bessett and Brandt Barnard explain how Christians are saved from sin by grace through faith. Claiming Christ as Savior and Lord is the real path to salvation.

The Basic Christianity series continues by answering the question “Who Is Jesus and What Did He Say?” Ben Bessett and Brandt Barnard describe Jesus as the foundation of the Christian faith and the centerpiece of the entire Bible. Having both a divine and a human nature, Jesus is the Messiah who able to pay for our sins!

The Basic Christianity series continues by answering the question “What Is Sin?” Ben Bessett and Brandt Barnard describe the essence of sin as breaking the law of God. Also, they trace the origin of sin, the effects of a sinful nature, and several different types of sin.

The Basic Christianity series begins with the fundamental question “Where Do We Start?” Ben Bessett and Brandt Barnard use the book of Genesis to describe who God is: the ruler of all reality, knowledge, and morality.