Jesus is our only hope to win the battle against sin. Through Cain we learn:1. Hope is a child (1-2) 2. Sin is always crouching (3-7) 3. Sin cannot hide from God (8-10) 4. Sin results in a heavy curse (11-16)
Invest everything in the Kingdom by placing all your faith in the King. The Kingdom of Heaven is of immeasurable value: 1. The Kingdom is worth joyful, total investment. (v 44-46) 2. In the end the King will reveal who has invested in the Kingdom...
As subjects of King Jesus, we can live with confidence knowing that the presence of evil cannot stop the vast and invisible growth of His kingdom. 1. Evil is prevalent - but it does not surprise the King. (24-30) 2. The Kingdom is growing - quietly...
Are you hearing Jesus with understanding, or missing Him because your heart has grown dull?1. Jesus invites you to hear the word of the Kingdom (13:1-9) 2. Jesus explains why some don't hear (13:10-17) 3. Jesus invites you to understand the...
Being part of God's family is a matter of the heart. 1. A skeptical and hard heart is a diseased heart. (v38-42) 2. A superficially reformed heart is a diseased heart. (v43-45) 3. A surrendered and obedient heart is a healthy heart. (v46-50)
No matter what, bear the fruit of God's justice. 1. God's justice makes things right. 2. Expect opposition to God's justice. 3. Good trees bear the fruit of God's justice.
Jesus shows us how to properly understand God's Law. Keys to understanding God's Law: 1. Read the Law through the lens of mercy. (12:1-8) 2. Extend mercy by caring for others. (12:9-14)
Our close-minded resistance cannot cancel the gracious invitation of Jesus. 1. Closed Ears (11:16-19) 2. Closed Hearts (11:20-24) 3. Opened Heaven (11:25-27) 4. Open Arms (11:28-30)
Jesus is the true King, even if He doesn't fit your preconceived notions. To confront your preconceptions about King Jesus: 1. You must perceive Jesus correctly (11:2-6) 2. You must accept the truth (11:7-15)
Allegiance to Jesus comes before every other loyalty. 1. Recognizing the dilemma (10:34-36) 2. Prioritizing the King (10:37-39) 3. Gaining a family (10:40-42)
"When we live as Kingdom people in a world that doesn't share Kingdom priorities, we will face opposition - but Jesus' words prepare us for this." How to face a world that doesn't share Kingdom priorities: With eyes wide...
As we share and show the authority of the King of Heaven, Jesus stretches us and shapes us as His disciples. How Jesus shapes his disciples with Kingdom Mission: 1. He shares His authority (10:1-4) 2. He commissions their ministry (10:5-8) 3. He...
Jesus, by His powerful word, welcomes anyone into the kingdom of heaven who comes to Him in faith. By His powerful word: 1. Jesus cleanses the outcasts. (8:1-4) 2. Jesus commends the outsiders. (8:5-13) 3. Jesus embraces the ordinary...
"This life is short, and death is certain, so obey God who has given you the words of life." 1. The Words of God are WHAT you need (12:9-11) 2. The Words of God are ALL you need (12:12) 3. Because God's verdict is what matters most...
1. Foolishness is dangerous (10:12 - 11:6) 2. Youth is a gift (11:7 - 12:1) 3. Aging and death are coming (12:2 - 12:7) Jesus eliminates our greatest danger.
"Life will often confound human wisdom, but in Christ we see God's heart and can live with confidence in His plan." 5 Hard Questions Why do some people have power over others? (8:2-9) Why do the wicked prosper? (8:10-15) If...
"In a world we can't control, Jesus is the wisdom we can trust." An argument you can't win (6:10-12) Sober realities you can't change (7:1-14) People you can't fix (7:15-29) Wisdom you can trust (8:1)
"Know your place by submitting to God and being satisfied in Him." 1. Be Submissive (5:1-9) Listen, don't lecture (5:1-3) Choose your words carefully (5:4-7) Even the powerful must submit (5:8-9) 2. Be Satisfied (5:10 -...
By facing death, Jesus brings us hope: Justice WILL roll down The oppressed WILL be lifted-up Work WILL be eternally meaningful We WILL belong to a lasting communion We WILL share in an unshakable legacy
1. Seasons in life 2. What is the purpose of life? 3. Solomon points to the gospel