The religious leader’s have come after Jesus relentlessly since the triumphal entry and the cleansing of the Temple, but each time Jesus has warded off their attacks and made them look foolish. He was unfazed by their attempt at group intimidation. He avoided the Pharisees political trap to catch Him in treason, and answered what […]
Matthew 15:1-6 According to What Standard?
The Pharisees were committed to destroying Jesus. Why? Because He rejected the flawed ‘tradition of the elders’ and called them out for their hypocrisy. Some high ranking Pharisees and Scribes heard that Jesus disregarded their tradition, and came from Jerusalem to investigate the matter. Jesus was not intimidated. Listen as Pastor Matt shows how Jesus […]
Deuteronomy 5:8-10 To 1000 Generations
What we do as parents matters! In fact, what we do matters for generations. This truth begs the question, ‘For how many generations does it matter?’ Deuteronomy 5:8-10 teaches us that unfaithfulness to God can plague a family line to the 3rd and 4th generation, but that faithfulness to God promises blessing to 1,000 generations […]
Matthew 9:35 A Pattern for Evangelism: Explanation, Proclamation, and Demonstration
The Bread of the Kingdom: Reigning with Christ while Dying with Christ
The Unleavened Bread of Christ’s Priestly Obedience
Matthew 28:19-20 Baptism as a Means of Discipleship_ Part 2 of 3 Jesus as Priest
Last week we looked at how Jesus is the final revelation of God and how that baptism communicates our intention to immerse ourselves in His teaching and obey His commands. But what about out guilt? Listen as Pastor Matt explains how baptism also points to the completed work of Christ who died to pay the […]
Matthew 6:16-18 The Theatre of the Damned- Part 3 of 3: Mr. Pious
If you are like most people you have probably thought very little about fasting? What is fasting? How is fasting related to piety? Should Christians fast today? Can fasting actually be sinful? Listen as Pastor Matt examines Jesus’ words concerning fasting, fasting’s relationship to piety, and an important warning concerning all outward shows of piety.
Matthew 6:2-4 The Theatre of the Damned Part 1 of 3: Mr. Generous
When we practice our righteousness is it real or is it a theatrical performance? Listen as Pastor Matt explains how playing the part of Mr. Generous in order to appear righteous before men turns even our tithes and offerings into idolatry before a Holy God. Beware! If you are honored among men for your giving […]
Matthew 5:43-48 But I Say Unto You Part 6: Love Your Enemies
God commanded man to love their neighbor so the Pharisees redefined the word neighbor; limiting it to a small select group of people. Jesus taught that your enemy is your neighbor and then, in love, He practiced what he preached; demonstrating His love toward us in that while we were sinners- even enemies of God- […]
