Matthew 24:45-51, NKJV 45 “Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his master made ruler over his household, to give them food in due season? 46 Blessed is that servant… Read more "The Crossroads Decision, Matthew 24:45-51; Luke 12:41-48 (Falling Away Series)"
Category: Gospel of Matthew
Expectation Unfulfilled, Matthew 25:1-13 (Falling Away Series)
Matthew 25:1-13 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.… Read more "Expectation Unfulfilled, Matthew 25:1-13 (Falling Away Series)"
The Gospel: Divine Initiative, Human Response, Part 2 (Luke 8:4-8, 11-15; Matthew 13:3-9, 18-23; Mark 4:3-9, 13-20; Falling Away Series)
Luke 8:4-8, 11-15 4 And when a great multitude had gathered, and they had come to Him from every city, He spoke by a parable: 5 “A… Read more "The Gospel: Divine Initiative, Human Response, Part 2 (Luke 8:4-8, 11-15; Matthew 13:3-9, 18-23; Mark 4:3-9, 13-20; Falling Away Series)"
The Gospel: Divine Initiative, Human Response, Part 1 (Luke 8:4-8, 11-15; Matthew 13:3-9, 18-23; Mark 4:3-9, 13-20; Falling Away Series)
Luke 8:4-8, 11-15 4 And when a great multitude had gathered, and they had come to Him from every city, He spoke by a parable: 5 “A… Read more "The Gospel: Divine Initiative, Human Response, Part 1 (Luke 8:4-8, 11-15; Matthew 13:3-9, 18-23; Mark 4:3-9, 13-20; Falling Away Series)"
God Will Take Care of You (Matthew 6:25-33)
Subject: “God Will Take Care of You” Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33 (Sermon_ God Will Take Care of You (Matthew 6_25-33) I heard a song growing up…… Read more “God Will Take Care of You (Matthew 6:25-33)”
No need for divine damage control: a response to Bruce Wildish in the Story of the Magi
Many believers will object that, through the device of dream revelation, God provided for both Jesus’ escape to Egypt and his safe resettlement in Nazareth some time…… Read more “No need for divine damage control: a response to Bruce Wildish in the Story of the Magi”
Matthew vs. Paul: Bart Ehrman and the faith vs. works controversy revisited
If Matthew, who wrote some twenty-five or thirty years after Paul, ever read any of Paul’s letters, he certainly did not find them inspiring, let alone inspired.…… Read more “Matthew vs. Paul: Bart Ehrman and the faith vs. works controversy revisited”
Does Matthew quote the wrong prophet? Bart Ehrman on Jeremiah and Zechariah
Why does Matthew quote the wrong prophet? When Matthew indicates that Judas betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, he notes (as by now we expect of…… Read more “Does Matthew quote the wrong prophet? Bart Ehrman on Jeremiah and Zechariah”
Jesus rode into Jerusalem on one or two donkeys? The Triumphal Entry in the Gospels
When Jesus entered Jerusalem during the Triumphal Entry, how many animals did he ride? It seems like there should be an obvious answer: he rode one animal,…… Read more “Jesus rode into Jerusalem on one or two donkeys? The Triumphal Entry in the Gospels”
God’s Word and Contradictions: Sworn Enemies, Part 3
Scriptures: Romans 16:25-27 1 Corinthians 15:3-19 2 Timothy 3:14-17 James 2:18-24 James 4:1-6 2 Peter 1:16-21 2 Peter 3:14-16 Service Music Opening Selection: “Speak To…… Read more “God’s Word and Contradictions: Sworn Enemies, Part 3”
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