Most every Christian is familiar with Jesus’ declaration that whoever would come after Him must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Him. But what does that mean? We have all likely heard the statement that ‘Everyone has his own cross to bear.’ And we’ve also likely heard everything from difficult marriages, stressful jobs, […]
Matthew 15:21-28 Unmerited Favor for an Unclean Dog of a Woman
Matthew 13:53-58 A Prophet in His Own Hometown
We are all familiar with Matthew 13:57 “A prophet is not without honor except in his hometown and in his own household.” This verse is part of a narrative where Jesus is rejected by the people of His own home town. But why do they reject Him? Listen as Pastor Matt explains why Jesus’ ministry […]
Matthew 10:24-25 The Honor of Students and Slaves
Men were created for glory and we crave it. We, being created in the image of God, desire honor, glory, prestige, & recognition. When pursued in obedience to God such desires are not wrong, and God intends for us to share in His glory. But what is the past to that glory? Listen as Pastor […]
Matthew 10:5-6- The Apostles & their Audience
Listen as Pastor Matt provides a brief summary of the outline, purpose, and content of chapters 1-10 of Matthew’s Gospel and then begins a verse by verse look at the Missionary Discourse. Have you ever wondered why the Apostles were sent ‘only to the lost sheep of Israel?’ We pray the wisdom of God in […]
