Matthew 8:1–17: The Authority to Cleanse our Sin
After the crowds began to recognize Jesus’ authority as a teacher (Matt. 7:29), Jesus demonstrated his authority as a healer. Ultimately, Jesus has authority to cleanse us from sin. (Exposition of Matthew 8:1–17)
Matthew 7:24–29: Building on the Rock
As Jesus concludes his Sermon on the Mount, his absolute faithfulness and authority comes to the forefront. Jesus is faithful under and over God’s house. (Exposition of Matthew 7:24–29)
Matthew 7:21–23: Knowing the Lord
Jesus, the Lord and Judge of all the earth, imparts to us a solemn warning: neither words nor works can atone for your lawlessness. (Exposition of Matthew 7:21–23)
Matthew 7:15–20: Known by their Fruits
Jesus warns us to beware of false prophets who would lead us through the wide gate and down the easy way. Your leaders’ roots will determine your fruits. (Exposition of Matthew 7:15–20)
Matthew 7:12–14: The Narrow Gate and the Hard Way
As Jesus closes out the ethical section of the Sermon the Mount and transitions into application and exhortation, he lays down a narrow and hard teaching: Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. (Exposition of Matthew 7:12–14)
Matthew 7:7–11: Ask, and It Will Be Given
Despite God’s endless faithfulness to us, we still struggle to pray because we ultimately struggle to trust God. Jesus seeks to correct this by insisting that, when we pray, God only gives us good gifts. (Exposition of Matthew 7:7–11)
Matthew 7:1–6: Judging and Being Judged
While the Church must be faithful to declare the judgment of God’s word clearly, we must avoid pronouncing final judgment upon people. Judge your sin, lest you be judged by God. (Exposition of Matthew 7:1–6)
Matthew 6:25–34: Do Not Be Anxious
In a world where everyone must ultimately die, how should we deal with the daily anxieties of living? To pacify earthly anxieties, pursue heavenly treasures. (Exposition of Matthew 6:25–34)
Matthew 6:19–24: Eyes on the Master
While we feel that we are in control of our sideways glances, Jesus teaches that what we gaze upon controls us. Our eyes shape our hearts to serve a master. (Exposition of Matthew 6:19–24)
Psalm 96: The LORD Reigns!
Psalm 96 reorients us to the true focal point of world missions: God, his kingdom, and his glory. The gospel of God summons the world to worship. (Exposition of Psalm 96)
Matthew 6:7–15: The Lord’s Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer is a paradox. Jesus teaches to pray with boldness to “Our Father,” and with fear of the One who is “in heaven.” So, we pray to Almighty God as children speaking with our Father. (Exposition of Matthew 6:7–15)
Matthew 6:1–18: Your Father Sees in Secret
While we do not live in a world that values outward Christian practices, the world still adores public piety. By contrast, God’s economy rewards secret obedience. (Exposition of Matthew 6:1–18)