In these verses, Jesus urges his readers to enter the narrow gate which leads to life and avoid the wide gate that leads to destruction.
Read Matthew 7:13-14
The Purpose of Covenants
This sermon looks at the covenants that are found in the Bible to determine their purpose in the lives of God’s people.
The Golden Rule
Jesus gives the golden rule as a summary of what the law and the prophets teach about our duty toward are fellow man. “Whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them” It is only through the grace of God in the gospel that we can begin to keep this rule.
Read Matthew 7:12
Don’t Be At Ease in Zion
This passage addresses the fact that the people of Judah and Israel were at ease and felt secure even as they were living in sin and the judgment of God was bearing down upon them. We are to examine ourselves to be sure that we are not in a similar situation.
Read Amos 6
Gifts for All
Read Romans 12:1-21
Love and Faithfulness to All Generations
Read Psalm 89:1-37
God Protects His Son
This passage makes a number of important connections between Jesus and OT prophecies. Each one gives us insight into Jesus and his mission.
Read Matthew 2:13-22
The Visit of the Wise Men
This passage teaches that Jesus is the king of the Jews – the promised Messiah. The coming of the wise men to worship is the beginning of the fulfillment of prophecies concerning the in-gathering of the Gentiles.
Read Matthew 2:1-12
Social Justice
This sermon focuses on the subject of social justice as it is taught in this passage and in other places of Scripture. It is a common theme in Scripture and ought to be a matter of concern for us.
Read Amos 5
No Pearls for Pigs
This sermon reflects on the fact that Jesus can call some people dogs and pigs without sin as well as Jesus’ instruction that in some situations people should not hear the gospel.
Read Matthew 7:6