Deep down in his heart, Matthew must have hoped for forgiveness. When Jesus fixed that look of love on him, searching the depths of his inmost soul, he didn’t need to think about it any longer! When he heard, “Follow Me,” he was up and gone! Matthew 9:1-17 And getting into a boat he crossed…
Although the Christian faith has many values, virtues and applications, the most essential message is that, man a sinner, can know the fullness of forgiveness for that sin. That is the heart of the message of Christianity, and that is exactly the message of this miracle at the beginning of Matthew chapter nine. Matthew 9:1-13…
Within every organisation, someone is in charge. As we think about the church, we soon discover in Colossians, that the answer is Christ Himself. A right understanding of this truth is crucial for us to comprehend, as we consider how our willingness to submit to His headship, affects His body. Matthew 8:18-34 Now when Jesus saw a…
In this section, Matthew records a series of miracles performed by Jesus Christ. There are countless of miracles that are done, nine of which he singles out as examples of the power of Jesus. They are really His credentials as the Messiah. These signs point convincingly to His deity; for only God can do the…
If the Bible is to affect our lives, we must not merely listen to it but also receive and act upon it. If we think we can hear the Word and do nothing, we are self-deceived. It’s not enough to just listen to it; we must do what it says! Matthew 7:15-29 ESV A Tree…
Much of what is commonly regarded concerning the wise men, has been influenced by legend and tradition. As we explore this important encounter with Christ and what it means to truly seek Him, we will discover that the greatest gift was ever given was not presented in the form of earthly treasures but in the…
God sent an angel to prepare Joseph for his role in the birth of the Messiah. Joseph’s response was shaped by his commitment to the Word of God, in the face of shame and rejection. Our hope today is only found in the Lord Jesus Christ, who became a man to endure shame, to meet…
Knowing that his disciples would struggle with anxiety, Jesus reminded them of their heavenly Father’s care. Matthew 6:31-32 31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. Matthew…
The message begins by looking at Christ’s unbroken relationship with His disciples; then shows that our journey must continue, because Christ continues to be committed to us and has more to show us of Himself. Matthew 28:7-10 English Standard Version (ESV) 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the…
This message begins by looking at the Respect of the First Good Friday; the Fear of the first Easter Saturday then culminates in the peace and power of the Resurrection morning. Matthew 28:1-10 English Standard Version (ESV) The Resurrection 28 Now after the Sabbath, toward the dawn of the first day of the week, Mary…