Matthew 9:35-38 Four Demonstrations Of Christ’s Tender Heart For People . 1. The Commitment Of Christ To God’s Mission – Vs. 35 . cf: Matthew 4:23 – ‘Inclusio’ (bookends) . Powerful Words (Chapters 5-7) and Powerful Works (Chapters 8-9) . 2. The Compassion Of Christ For Distressed…
We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people
We exist to display God's glory, declare God's truth, delight in God's Son, and disciple God's people
Sermons by Todd Dykstra (Page 4)
The Kingdom of God . Ezekiel 36:29-30, 35; Isaiah 65:20, 11:8; Ezekiel 36:27, Jeremiah 23:5, Revelation 21:27 . It was offered the first time, but refused: Matthew 4:17, Isaiah 29:18, 35:5-6 Jesus Has Power Over Satan’s Realm . 1. The Healing of the Possessed Man – Vs. 32 . …
Matthew 9:27-31 Jesus’s Power to Restore Physical & Spiritual Sight 1. The Impassioned Plea For Mercy – Vs. 27 . Davidic Covenant – Isaiah 9:6-7, 11:1; Ezekiel 34:23, 37:24; Amos 9:11 . How will we know when this Kingdom arrives? – Isaiah 29:18, 35:5 2. The Undeniable Confirmation of Faith – Vs.…
Matthew 9:18-26 (cf. Mark 5:21-43, Luke 8:40-56) Jesus’ Authority Over Sickness and Death 1. The Request By a Desperate Father – Vss. 18-19 2. The Interruption By A Sick Woman – Vss. 20-22 3. The Healing By A Powerful Savior – Vss. 23-26
Matthew 9:14-17 1. The Probing Question About Christ’s Practice – Vs. 14 . Acts 19:1-4, Matthew 11:18 . Fasting: Private, Voluntary, Occasional, for a Spiritual Purpose (trials, hardship, difficulties, sin) . Only 1 mention of Jesus fasting: Matthew 4:2, but probably also Day of Atonement (Leviticus 23:26-28) 2. The Insightful Clarification About Christ’s Presence…
Matthew 9:9-13 Jesus receives sinners and rejects the self-righteous 1 Timothy 1:15 The calling of Matthew to discipleship – Vs. 9 . A tax collector – Matthew 5:46, Luke 18:11, 19:1-6 The flocking of sinners to Jesus – Vs. 10 . In Matthew’s house – Mark 2:15, Luke 5:29 The aversion of the Pharisees to…
Hebrews 1:1-3 Last Week – Seven Evidences Of The Supremacy Of Christ 1. The Rightful Heir – Vs. 2 2. The Sovereign Creator – Vs. 3 3. The Glorious Light – Vs. 3 This week: 4. The Divine Representor – Vs. 3 . Colossians 1:15, 1:19, 2:9 . God in Human Flesh – John…
Hebrews 1:1-3 Seven Evidences Of The Supremacy Of Christ 1. The Rightful Heir – Vs. 2 . Many prophets – ONE Son – 1 Peter 1:10-12 . Firstborn – Colossians 1:15 – Supreme over everything . Psalm 2:8, 89:27, Daniel 7:13-14, Ephesians…
Matthew 9:1-8 . Our greatest problem is sin – Isaiah 59:2 . Our greatest need is forgiveness – Ezekiel 36:25-26 Four Acts That Highlight Christ’s Authority…
Matthew 8:28-34 It was necessary for Christ to have authority over demons . John 8:44, Ephesians 2:2-3, 1 John 1:8 1. The Graveyard Encounter – Vs. 28 . Mark 5:3, Luke 8:27 – Living in tombs 2. The Demonic Confession – Vs. 29 – What demons know about Jesus . A. The…
Matthew 8:23-27 1. The Pounding Storm – Vss. 23-25 . Mark 4:37, Luke 8:23 . An extreme combination of fear and faith 2. The Powerful Savior – Vss. 26-27 . Mark 4:40 . Vs. 26 – First He rebukes them – Matthew 6:30…
Matthew 8:18-22 False Disciples: John 2:23-25, 6:66; Matthew 7:13-14,21-23, 10:32-39; Luke 9:23-26, 14:26-33 2 Sacrifices You Must Make to Follow Christ 1. The Sacrifice of Cherished Comforts – Vss. 18-20 2. The Sacrifice of Personal Relationships – Vss. 21-22 Implications: 1. You must not put off following Christ 2. You don’t get to set the terms of following Christ 3. We need…
Matthew 8:14-17 Characteristics of New Testament Miracles 1. They did not depend on the faith of the recipient 2. They were not performed for money or fame 3. They were completely successful 4. They were undeniable 5. They were immediate and spontaneous 6. They authenticated a true message and a new revelation . 1 Kings 17:23-24, Acts 2:22,…
Matthew 8:5-13 The Purpose of Miracles . 1. To inaugurate new eras of revelation . 2. To authenticate the messenger . 3. To compel and reveal true faith True Faith Always Has God As Its Object . 1. The Desperate Request – Vss. 5-6 . . …
Matthew 8:1-4 . Jesus’ ministry as King introduced (Matthew 4:23-24) . A miracle is when God breaks the…
Matthew 7:28-29 The Effect Of Christ’s Preaching – “Astonished” . Matthew 13:54, 19:25, 22:33; Mark 1:22, 6:2, 11:18; Luke 4:31-32, John 7:46 The Nature Of Christ’s Preaching – Authority of words leads to authority of works Characteristics of Jesus’ Preaching 1. The Clarity of His Preaching Was Authoritative . Use of Illustrations – Matthew 5:13-14, 6:26-30,…
Matthew 7:24–27 The Proof of Salvation is Obedience – 1 James 1:22-25 1. The Similarities In The Parable . A. Both Build a House (Your Spiritual Life) . . 1 Corinthians 3:12-13 . B. Both Experience Storms 2. The Differences In The Parable . A. There are…
Matthew 5:21-26 Stages in Church Division1. Hurt 4. Avoidance2. Bitterness 5. Collaboration3. Rationalization 6. Division The Bible says a lot about relationships. Psalm 133:1, Romans 12:18, 1 Corinthians 1:10, Ephesians 4:13, Philippians 1:27, 2:1-2, 4:2. …
Matthew 5:17-20 First Week – Part 1. I. The Prophetic Fulfillment of Christ’s Ministry – Vs. 17Last Week – Part 2.II. The Unbreakable Certainty of God’s WordIII. The Required Faithfulness of Biblical Teachers This Week – Part 3IV. The Kingdom Demand For Higher Righteousness – Vs. 20. Not a ‘higher’ righteousness – a different righteousness – internal heart…
Matthew 5:17-20 Last Week – Part 1 I. The Prophetic Fulfillment of Christ’s Ministry – Vs. 17 This Week – Part 2 II. The Unbreakable Certainty of God’s Word . Isaiah 51:6, 2 Peter 3:13, Romans 8:19, Matthew 24:35 . Plenary Verbal Inspiration . John 10:34…