Jesus performs a miracle and the Pharisees accuse him of being empowered by Satan. Their words clearly revealing what is going on in their hearts. Jesus answered their slanderous comments then fixes the spotlight deep in their hearts, revealing a perilous position. But that same light shines on our words, written and spoken, too. What…

Avoiding a confrontation with and the threat from the Pharisees, Jesus continues his mission to preach and bring in his kingdom of true justice. What’s more, Jesus does so by his own unique method: gentleness and grace to the weak and wounded, and by heading to the cross. It’s a s short passage full of…

This chapter marks a shift in Matthew’s Gospel. Up until now, Jesus has been active in teaching and miraculous signs, and largely lauded by the crowds. But having shown more than adequate proof of who he is, he calls on people to make a decision for him. First though, he must answer the doubts of…

Jesus has already said that some who hear the good news will reject it… but here he explains just how strong the opposition the disciples face might be. However, he also explains what the cost of NOT standing up for Jesus will be. It’s a short talk with a BIG challenge: Do we think that…

Jesus sends out the 12… but tells them not to take everything. They were to rely on God to provide, as our we. Others were to be used to give… so are we. Practical help for life and mission here on our Harvest Sunday. Matthew 10:9-15. Watch the service here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=311402010152869&extid=eRutWky8kvnCpPJ3