“Who can understand his errors? Cleanse thou me from secret faults.” — Psalm 19:12

The human heart is often more deceitful than we realise, harbouring corruptions that escape even our own discernment. But why does God sometimes expose these hidden depths rather than immediately deliver us from them? And what does true cleansing from sin entail?

In this meditation on Psalm 19:12–13, Bro. Amal David considers the nature of indwelling sin, the necessity of spiritual vigilance, and the humbling work of divine grace in the believer’s ongoing struggle against sin.

Ultimately, our hope does not lie in the strength of our resolutions or the measure of our progress, but in Jesus Christ, who alone is our righteousness and whose blood cleanses us from all sin.

In this sermon, “Christ’s Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem,” we delve into John chapter 12, verses 12 to 19, exploring Jesus’ humble entry just prior to Palm Sunday. This theologically rich exposition ties together Old Testament prophecies such as Zechariah 9 verse 9, and the crowd’s response with Psalm 118, painting a picture of a King arriving on a donkey, offering peace rather than conquest.

We reflect on how Jesus’ kingship contrasts earthly expectations. He came not to ascend a throne but to approach the cross. Through the sermon, we also touch on scriptural literacy, and how both ancient and modern audiences are invited to recognize this King who desires to enter our hearts and conquer sin.

Ultimately, the sermon, delivered by Ruling Elder Aaron Vanderhorst, reminds us that Christ is more willing to save us than we are to be saved. We are called to respond as the crowd did: in awe, laying down our lives in worship to the Prince of Peace.

In this sermon titled “The Christ Who Calls Sinners,” Rev. James Khongsai expounds Matthew chapter 9 verses 9 to 13, setting before us the gracious call of the Lord Jesus Christ to a despised tax collector, Matthew, and the transforming power of that call in the life of a sinner.

As Jesus passes by and calls Matthew, we witness the sovereign initiative of Christ in salvation. He does not wait for the righteous, but calls sinners to Himself. The Pharisees question His association with tax collectors and sinners, yet Jesus declares the very purpose of His coming: not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. This passage draws us to the heart of the Gospel: that Christ shows mercy, not sacrifice; that He seeks the spiritually sick, not the self-righteous; and that true righteousness is found only in union with Him.

This sermon is part of the ongoing exposition of the Gospel of Matthew at Immanuel International Church, where the Scriptures are faithfully taught in the Reformed tradition, proclaiming salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 — Church Logo

00:09 — Scripture Reading

01:22 — Who is the One Who Saves?

02:12 — What is Regeneration?

02:43 — God’s Sovereign Call

05:30 — Unconditional Election

09:51 — Jesus Eats with Sinners

15:11 — Opposition from the Pharisees

18:56 — Diagnosing the Real Issue

21:12 — Mercy, Not Sacrifice

23:43 — Call to Live in Mercy

25:26 — Closing Prayer

In this sermon titled “Jesus Heals and Forgives,” Rev. James Khongsai expounds the first eight verses of the ninth chapter of Matthew’s Gospel, revealing the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ over physical healing and the deeper spiritual healing that comes through the forgiveness of sins.

The scribes questioned this claim, yet Jesus confirmed His divine authority by supernaturally healing the paralytic brought before Him. This passage brings us to the very heart of the Gospel: our deepest problem is sin, our greatest need is reconciliation with God, and our only hope for salvation and resurrection is found in the divine pardon secured through the merits and work of Jesus Christ.

This sermon is part of the ongoing exposition of the Gospel of Matthew at Immanuel International Church, where the Scriptures are faithfully taught in the Reformed tradition, proclaiming salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.

In this solemn and Christ-centered exposition of Isaiah 52-53, Ruling Elder Aaron Vanderhorst reflects on the astonishing confession that belongs to every true communicant at the Lord’s Table. The prophet Isaiah reveals the heart of the gospel: that the suffering Servant was “wounded for our transgressions” and “bruised for our iniquities,” bearing the punishment that brought us peace.

This passage calls believers to recognize both the depth of human sin and the glory of Christ’s substitutionary sacrifice. Like sheep who have gone astray, we have each turned to our own way, yet the Lord has laid upon Christ the iniquity of us all. In this message, we are invited to behold the wonder of the atonement and to respond with humble confession, gratitude, and renewed faith in the crucified Savior.

May this message deepen your understanding of the gospel and lead you to marvel at the grace of the One who bore our sins in our place.

This Lord’s Day sermon, “Listening to the Word of God,” was preached by Aaron Vanderhorst, Ruling Elder at Immanuel International Church, New Delhi. Drawing from Luke 8 verses 4 through 18 and James 1 verses 21 through 25, the message examines Christ’s Parable of the Soils, where only one kind of hearer truly receives the Word, perseveres in faith, and bears fruit. Jesus’ warning, “Take heed therefore how ye hear,” calls us not merely to attend sermons but to examine how we listen.

Echoing the words of John Calvin, who said that when the gospel is preached it is as though God Himself comes into our midst, the sermon urges believers to approach Lord’s Day worship with reverence and expectation. We are reminded to prepare prayerfully beforehand, to listen actively and thoughtfully during the sermon, and to receive the Word with humility rather than passive dependence. As Thomas Watson warned, it is a dreadful thing to sit under many sermons and yet remain unchanged.

Christ gives pastors and teachers as gifts to His people, not for mere information but for growth, maturity, and stability in the faith. As members of His church, we are therefore called to receive the Word with prayer, faith, and obedience, seeking real spiritual profit and fruit for the glory of God.

In this powerful sermon titled “Jesus Rules Over the Demonic Powers,” as part of our sermon series on Matthew’s Gospel, Pastor James Khongsai unpacks Matthew 8:28-34 and Luke 8:35-37. From a Reformed Amillenial perspective, he shows how Jesus reigns today over all demonic forces. Pastor James warns against both an unhealthy fascination with demons and the dismissal of their reality, urging us to fix our eyes on the gospel. Be reminded of Christ’s victory and ask yourself: are we walking closely with the Lord.

In Matthew 8:23–27, Jesus speaks to the wind and the sea, and they do what He says. In a fallen world marked by fear, disorder and forces beyond human control, this passage reveals Christ not only as Savior of our souls, but also as the Lord over creation.

In this sermon, Rev. James Khongsai of Immanuel International Church, New Delhi, reflects on the two-fold redemptive purpose of God: the redemption already accomplished through Christ’s first coming, and the cosmic renewal we await at His return. As creation groans and human solutions fall short, believers are reminded where true authority lies and to rest on this blessed fact. The message calls us to a quiet confidence in Jesus Christ, who still delivers us even when nothing seems to work out.

In this sermon, as part of a series on the Gospel According to Matthew, Teaching Elder Rev. James Khongsai considers Christ’s call to follow Him: where allegiance is undivided, obedience is not deferred, and all of life is brought under the claims of the kingdom of God.

Using Scripture and the testimony of the early church, this message reflects on what it means to set one’s hand to the plough and not look back. Preached on February 1st, 2026, at Immanuel International Church, New Delhi, a Reformed Presbyterian congregation.

In this pastoral and hope-filled sermon, Rev. James Khongsai, Teaching Elder of Immanuel International Church, New Delhi, expounds the glorious doctrine of God’s sovereignty in the midst of personal suffering.

Drawing from the life of Joseph, we see how human evil never frustrates God’s purposes. What others intend for harm, God sovereignly ordains for good — not only for His redemptive plan, but for the preservation and sanctification of His people. Anchored in Romans 8:28, this sermon reminds believers that suffering is never meaningless in the hands of a wise and loving God.

This message offers deep comfort to weary hearts, grounding our trials in the unchanging purposes of God and pointing us to trust Him even when His providence is mysterious. The testimony of Scripture assures us that God works all things together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.

“You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.” (Genesis 50:20)

This sermon encourages believers to rest in God’s sovereign control over every hardship, to view suffering through the lens of divine providence, and to grow in hope, patience, and faith amid trials.

In this New Year’s service sermon titled “The Blessed Man,” Rev. James Khongsai expounds Psalm 1, setting before us the timeless contrast between the righteous and the wicked. Preached on January 4th, this Reformed exposition calls believers to delight in the law of the Lord, to walk wisely in a fallen world, and to begin the year rooted in God’s Word and promises. A Christ-centered reminder of true blessedness, preached at Immanuel International Church.

In this sermon titled “God is Our Refuge and Strength in Times of Trouble,” Rev. James Khongsai expounds Psalm 46 with pastoral clarity and deep biblical conviction. Speaking into a world marked by global instability, personal trials, and societal chaos, Rev. James reminds us that God remains the unshakable refuge of His people.

The sermon traces three themes: 1) God’s unchanging help shown throughout history, 2) His steady presence among His people, and 3) His sovereign control over world events. Through Scripture, personal testimony, and examples from Israel’s story, Rev. Khongsai shows how God delivers His people in His perfect timing and ensures that evil does not prevail.

The message closes with a call to “Be still and know that I am God,” urging believers to rest in the Lord who knows their sorrows, carries their burdens, and completes His good work in them.

Tune in to be strengthened, encouraged, and reminded of the God who remains our refuge in every season.

In this sermon, Rev. James Khongsai of Imanuel International Church, New Delhi expounds Luke 2:22–38, reflecting on the presentation of Jesus at the temple and the Spirit-led testimonies of Simeon and Anna. The message emphasizes that Christ is revealed as Savior from His very birth, displaying God’s sovereign purpose in salvation.

Through Simeon’s prophecy and Anna’s joyful proclamation, listeners are reminded that Jesus brings both salvation and opposition, comfort and suffering, while exposing the true intentions of the heart. The sermon encourages believers to trust the work of the Holy Spirit, rest in God’s sovereign grace, and persevere in faith and gospel witness, knowing that salvation comes through simple faith in Jesus Christ alone.

In this Christ-centered homily on Luke 2:8–14 given by Bro. Amal David, we are drawn into the quiet fields of Bethlehem where God chose to reveal His glory—not to kings or rulers, but to humble shepherds faithfully carrying out their daily work. This message challenges our common assumptions about work, worship, and devotion, reminding us that ordinary callings are not obstacles to God’s presence but often the very places where His glory is made known.

Engaging with the rich theological insights of the Reformed confessions—the Belgic Confession, Heidelberg Catechism, Canons of Dort, and Westminster Confession—this homily explores the profound meaning of the angelic proclamation: “Glory to God in the highest.” What is the glory of God? Can it be increased or diminished? And what does Christ’s incarnation reveal about God’s eternal, unchanging majesty?

From the manger to the cross, we see how the fullness of God’s glory is most vividly revealed in Jesus Christ—the radiance of the Father’s glory, veiled in humility, yet complete in His divine essence. This message also points us to the glory of salvation: the glory Christ secures for His people through redemption, resurrection, and restored communion with God.

A reflective and pastoral call marks the close of this homily, urging believers to embrace a quiet, faithful Christian life—especially during the noise and distraction of Christmas—and to glorify God in ordinary obedience, heartfelt worship, and grateful awe for the salvation given to us in Christ Jesus our Lord.

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.”

Join us for a powerful and heartfelt Christmas Day sermon delivered by Rev. James Khongsai at Immanuel International Church in New Delhi. This evangelistic message takes us back to the very roots of humanity, highlighting the fall of man and the profound need for a Savior. Through Scripture references like Genesis 3:15 (the Protoevangelium), Isaiah 9:6-7 (the promise of the Messiah), and Luke 2:1-14 (the birth of Christ), we explore the journey from the fall to redemption and what it means to live a Christ-centered life.

May this message inspire and encourage you as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ!

In this sermon, preached on the Lord’s Day just preceding Christmas, Rev. James Khongsai expounds Matthew 1:18–25, directing us to the heart of the gospel: Jesus Christ came into the world to save His people from their sins.

The message is structured around three central themes:

 1. The Good News of Salvation

 2. Christmas as the Fulfilment of Old Testament Prophecy

 3. Christmas as “Immanuel — God with Us”

The sermon also reflects on common human attempts to deal with sin apart from Christ, viz. the tendency to overemphasize good works, to seek moral self-justification, or to look for absolution through religious or pagan rituals. Despite the festivities, traditions, and outward celebrations of Christmas, many miss out on its central truth, i.e., the forgiveness of sins through Jesus Christ.

This message calls us to confront the seriousness of sin and rejoice in the grace of God revealed in the incarnation of His Son. Come and behold Christ afresh today — as the one and only Lord and Saviour, fully God and fully man, who came to redeem His people.

What does it mean that Jesus Christ is called Immanuel — God with us?

In this sermon, Ruling Elder Aaron Vanderhorst expounds Matthew 1:22–23 in light of Isaiah 7, exploring the biblical and redemptive significance of Immanuel. Though the name itself is not frequently used by the apostles, this message demonstrates how Christ is revealed as Immanuel throughout the whole of Scripture, from beginning to end.

Organized around three themes: Precious Scriptures, Precious Name, and Precious Communion, the sermon sets forth the divinity of Christ and the glory of His incarnation. In Jesus Christ, God and man are perfectly reconciled, as the eternal Son unites true Godhead and true manhood in one Person for our salvation.

This message calls listeners to behold the wonder of Christ’s presence with His people and to rejoice in the Gospel of God with us.

On this Presbytery Sunday, we welcomed Rev. Suraj Chelliah from the Nav Jeevan Presbytery to expound Matthew 3:1–12 and remind us of the sovereign rule of God revealed through John the Baptist’s call to repentance.

In a season filled with activity and noise, this message invites us to pause and recognise the essential truth of Advent that God’s sovereign purpose stands firm, and our hearts must be prepared for the coming King.

We also gathered at the Lord’s Table, remembering Christ’s finished work and anchoring our hope in God’s unshakeable promises.

If you’re watching from Delhi or anywhere else, may this sermon strengthen your faith and refocus your heart this Christmas season.

In this concluding message of a three-part sermon trilogy, Ruling Elder Aaron Vanderhorst calls believers to a life shaped by union with Christ and nourished through communion with Christ. Building on the earlier sermons: Only One Thing Needful (Luke 10) and Looking Unto Jesus (Hebrews 12), this sermon unpacks the call of Apostle Paul to “set your minds on things above, where Christ is.”

Through Colossians 3:1–17 and the rich teaching of the Heidelberg Catechism (Q&A 48 & 49), the sermon explores:

• The need for being heavenly-minded

• The nature of a heavenly-minded life

• The practice of living with our hearts set above

• The comfort of Christ’s ascension and His ongoing intercession for us in heaven

Rooted in Scripture and the Reformed confessions, this message invites listeners to reorient their lives around the risen and ascended Christ, whose presence and power shape the Christian’s daily walk.

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In this sermon on Genesis 3:1–15, the Protoevangelium and the first proclamation of the Gospel, Rev. James Khongsai traces the story of humanity’s Fall and the astounding mercy of God revealed in the midst of it. He unfolds the serpent’s deception, the consequences of Adam and Eve’s sin, and God’s gracious pursuit of His fallen creatures.

At the heart of the passage is God’s promise that the Seed of the woman would one day crush the serpent’s head, a promise fulfilled in Jesus Christ at the cross where He triumphed over sin, Satan, and death. As the Second Adam, Christ restores what was lost and opens the way back to the tree of life.

This message also shows why Christmas is a celebration of this ancient hope, the birth of the promised Messiah whose coming was announced from the moment sin entered the world. Through Him, believers receive victory, restoration, and lasting reconciliation with God.

A rich and hope filled reminder that God’s plan of redemption begins in Genesis and is fulfilled perfectly in Christ.