In Matthew 13, Jesus visits His hometown. And He is met with astonishment, as these people couldn’t see how this man that they watched grow up spoke with so much wisdom and knowledge. They showed that they had a worldly view of things. And that they didn’t believe in who Jesus was.
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Weeds among the wheat
In the parable of the weeds. Jesus compares us to wheat and weeds. He speaks of how there will be a harvest, and we will be separated at that time. He tells us that the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father.
Read MoreWhat type of soil are we?
In the first part of Matthew 13, Jesus is speaking in a parable known as the “parable of the sower.” Jesus speaks of 4 different types of places where the seed is sown. We hope to learn more about these places Jesus is speaking of and to learn which one describes us best.
Read MoreIs there an unforgivable sin?
In the twelfth chapter of Matthew, Jesus speaks of an unforgivable sin. What is that sin? And how can we make sure that we don’t do it? It might surprise you that it is reasonably easy to avoid.
Read MoreLord of the Sabbath
In the first part of Matthew chapter 12, Jesus is speaking to those around Him. He points out that human need is greater than rituals. That mercy is greater than rules, and mercy is also greater than fear. Jesus shows mercy for those around Him, He heals them He feeds them. Yet some of those […]
Read MoreCome to me
In the last part of Matthew 11, Jesus spoke the words. “Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” The invitation is sent to all of us. All of us that are weary and beaten down by this world around us. He tells us […]
Read MoreIs Jesus speaking to us?
In the eleventh chapter of Matthew, Jesus addresses those around Him. He states that they seem to be looking for something other than Jesus. He goes on to say that are towns that have refused to follow Him and that there will be judgment coming to those towns. And He finishes this passage by telling […]
Read MoreJesus confirming His kingship
In the first part of Matthew chapter 11. We see John the Baptist is in prison, questioning if Jesus is the promised Mesiah. Jesus confirms this and tells John how he is to know that Jesus is who He says He is. Then Jesus tells us that even the least of these who are in […]
Read MoreWe must confess
Continuing on with our series in the book of Matthew. We come to a point where Jesus tells us that we must acknowledge His name. And then He will acknowledge our name before His Father in heaven. That He has come to bring a sword. And that there is a steep price to pay. How […]
Read MoreWe must rely on Jesus
While sending out His apostles Jesus tells them of things that will come. He likens them to sheep among wolves. He tells them that persecution will come. And that they are not to be afraid. What is the correlation between the apostles of Jesus and us as Christ-followers today?
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