Legalism and Law of the Spirit

The religious leaders walk for miles just to confront Jesus about handwashing traditions. He confronts them about their hypocrisy.

Storms

When called on to serve, the disciples become hard of heart and blind to Jesus’ power. He uses the storm to bring revelation as to who He is and who they are.

The Five Thousand

Though seeking time alone Jesus continually looks to the needs of others. He miraculously satisfies the hungry with the meager resources of His disciples.

The Descent of Herod

Ignoring our convictions and the dangers of our environment will lead to a conscience that is seared. 

The Dragnet

The Kingdom of Heaven is like a dragnet where many are gathered and separated based on faith in Christ. Revelation that has been given to the disciples is compared to old treasure and new treasure.

Jesus Fulfills Prophecy

Through speaking in parables Jesus fulfills prophecy, gives a timeline for the end, and reveals His joy at the purchasing of His church.

The Tares, The Birds, The Leaven

Jesus continues to teach His followers through parables and warns them of the invasiveness of sin.

The Parable of the Sower

While we call this parable “The Sower and the Seeds” it is a parable about the soil and the four types of human heart the soil depicts. It is also the key to understanding the other parables.

Ears to Hear

Through parables Jesus Christ conceals His message to the hard hearted and reveals His mysteries those who have ears to hear.

The Family

Here in our study in Matthew, Jesus reiterates Jewish history through a parable and reveals how to become part of His family.