Matthew 12:1–14 presents a stark contrast between the rigid legalism of the Pharisees and true Sabbath-keeping.
Jesus, however, reframes the Sabbath. He is the Lord of the Sabbath, and His disciples are free to act in mercy and do the necessities, even on the Sabbath. This reframing is a far cry from the self-righteous legalism of the Pharisees, who have turned the Sabbath into a burden rather than a blessing.
Jesus, invites us to rest in Him, the ultimate Sabbath rest.

We consider our passage and are confronted with the wisdom of the Father, and the dominion of Christ. In gracious lordship, we find peace.

In Matthew 19:20–24, we are struck by the urgency of repentance. The Lord’s wrath is real and we must not confuse His patience with dismissal.

Disappointment is no stranger to the Christian life, and sometimes, at the root, we find ourselves disappointed when what we expected from the Lord is not what comes to pass. This morning we take a look at Jesus’ words in Matthew 11:1–19, generated by John the Baptist’s disappointment and confusion. Join us as we are challenged once again to adjust our expectations in light of the teaching of God’s word and the certainty of the resurrection, even as we begin to see the opposition and hostility Jesus warned against take shape in his ministry, and celebrate with us the grace we find in the midst of the confusion and hostility!

“The Prince of Peace is a Man of War”
Jesus Brings Conflict
Jesus Owns Our Affections
Jesus Finds a Reception

Do not fear. Here in the midst of frightening instructions, Jesus pauses to give us four reasons not to fear. We find challenge & comfort.

Matthew 10:16–25
“Persecution Guaranteed”

Opposition is Certain
God’s Provision is Certain
Let us Be Like Jesus

The Kingdom is at hand! The Royal Healer is here! While rebellious people may scoff, a ripe harvest lies before us! Let us rise up and take action!

A Royal Healer is Here vv. 27–31
A Rebellious People Scoffs vv. 32–34
A Ripe Harvest Lies Before Us vv. 35–38