Sermon Text: Matthew 10:40-42
Sermon Title: “A Vicarious Welcome”
Sermon Notes: While the work of discipleship is hard, Christ promises that whatever the work requires of us, we will be given sufficient resources. Jesus calls his followers into a discipleship that is challenging and hard, but it is not without rewards. As we serve God, we will find grateful souls [...]
Sermon Text: Matthew 10:24-39
Sermon Title: “The Christian Sword”
Sermon Notes: When the difficulties and travails of discipleship threaten to overwhelm us, we are called to faithful witness with the assurance that as we claim Christ, so we will be claimed. We live in a culture which displays great anger and hostility. The faithful response to that is a willingness [...]
Sermon Text: Matthew 9:35 - 10:8 (9-23)
Sermon Title: “The Twelve”
Sermon Notes: Jesus’ call to the disciples is not simply an enlistment. They are called into the work of the kingdom, and they are given the gifts needed to accomplish their work. Jesus called a diverse group of people together to follow him and to share in his ministry. [...]
Sermon Text: Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Sermon Title: “All Are Welcome”
Jesus’ opponents are scandalized by the company he keeps. Jesus transcends religious and social boundaries to proclaim the good news of life and redemption to all people. According to worldly standards, one should avoid associating with the “wrong people.” However, Jesus models a different way of interacting with others. [...]
