In this message, we look at Jesus' statement on how disciples should receive the "child." The nature of the child, and therefore the reception of the child, are critical to…
In this passage, we look at Jesus and His family and friends who respond to Him in Nazareth. The tragic consequences of rejecting Christ are made very clear and personal…
In this passage, we look at God's election and choice specifically of the knowledge of the Kingdom of God for certain persons. God makes it clear that He determines who…
In this passage, we see the story of the capture of the Ark of the Covenant unfold between Israel and the Philistines.
In this passage, we look at the cryptic parable of Christ which details how a man's heart can go from bad to worse unless it is inhabited by the grace…
In this section we look at Matthew's quotation of Isaiah, how it describes Christ, and the nature of Christ's relationship with His Father through action and nature.
Here we look at Jesus' confrontation of the local Pharisees, and their self-righteousness. The incredible contrast between the need for mercy and grace towards humanity, and the sinfulness of mankind,…
In this section, we see Jesus give the disciples specific instructions for how to evangelize to the people of God throughout Judea. It is imperative that they preach with urgency,…
In this passage, we see Jesus' unusual confrontation with the demonic forces north of Galilee, including the one called "Legion." We see Christ's dialogue with them, and how He deals…
In this message, we look into the purpose of Jesus ordaining, permitting, and then rebuking the disciples for their lack of faith and their fear. When fear is opposed to…
In this message, we look at the cost of discipleship, which is something Jesus requires of all disciples, both then, and now. We see two examples of men eager to…
In this passage, we see Jesus confronted by an outsider who desires healing for someone close to him. Such great faith from the centurion shows the implicit trust and reliance…
In this passage, we look at Jesus' commands about obeying Him as opposed to listening. While listening, hearing, and studying is important, it is nothing without personal submission to His…
Bible Text: Matthew 6:9 | Preacher: Alex Reese | Series: Sermon on the Mount | In the beginning of the Lord's Prayer, we see that Christ forces us to focus…
Bible Text: Matthew 6:7-8 | Preacher: Alex Reese | Series: Sermon on the Mount | We continue our discussion of Christ's admonitions against wrong and selfish praying. He deals here…
Bible Text: Matthew 6:5-6 | Preacher: Alex Reese | Series: Sermon on the Mount | Here we see that Christ addresses a real problem that happens in our prayer life:…
Bible Text: Matthew 6:1-4 | Preacher: Alex Reese | Series: Sermon on the Mount | Entering this new chapter of Matthew's Gospel, we see Christ discuss serious issues with godly…
In this message, we look at God's relationship with His people of the Old Testament, Israel, and the kings that ruled over them. When a people reject their trust in…
Bible Text: Matthew 5:43-48 | Preacher: Alex Reese | Series: Sermon on the Mount | In this message, we conclude our study of Matthew 5 by seeing a simple, but…
Bible Text: Hebrews 8:1-13 | Preacher: Alex Reese | Series: Selected Passages | Pastor Alex preaches on the need for a new covenant, as God predestined for salvation to come…