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The Kingdom of Heaven, Part 2 – Matthew 13:44 – 50
The second part of our short series on the Kingdom of Heaven. This week we see the two reactions one can have to Jesus and his Kingdom. One can either understand him and find joy and satisfaction, or one can reject him and face destruction.
The Kingdom of Heaven, Part 1 – Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43
The first of two sermons on the Kingdom of Heaven. In this parable Jesus speaks to an audience that is losing faith in him. Seeking to assure them he teaches them that the Kingdom of Heaven has arrived, that he is in control of it and that it will one deal with all the problems in the world.
Ready for Jesus’ Return – 1 Thessalonians 4:13 – 5:11
Much like Jesus taught his disciples, Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians includes a message of great hope and encouragement that Jesus will soon return to take his people to live with him forever. This truth should continually lead us to consider where we are investing our lives and seeking our treasure. Are we looking to this life for all our hopes and fulfillment, or do we ultimately look to Jesus for these things?
Shepherds & Shepherding – 1 Peter 5:1-11
In his words of exhortation to the leaders of the Church, Peter is writing to people who are suffering and who will be suffering more in the future .. it will be like a fiery ordeal. Therefore it is necessary for elders to be good shepherds, exercising humility; being sober-minded and watchful, resisting the devil at every turn.
Bondage Breaker – Mark 5:1-20
In considering the event of Jesus healing a demon possessed man, we are faced with a question .. who is this story intended to speak to? Is there a message here only for those who are demon possessed, or is there a broader application? If there is Gospel here, good news, who is it for? Is it only for extreme cases, as in the demon possessed man, or is every man represented here?