The Gospel of Matthew: The Kingdom Ethic

The Gospel of Matthew: The Kingdom Ethic

34 Messages | Nov. 2017 - April 2019

We all long for a better world. We want all that is broken around us to be fixed and restored. But what if this brokenness in our world, and even in our hearts, is merely a symptom of something deeper? This longing can only be satisfied when we are restored back to God. Jesus came to the earth to bring this restoration, to usher in a new kingdom. In his teaching and miracles he pointed towards this new way, and in his death he made it possible for us to be made citizens of it. In the kingdom of God we find the life and satisfaction we all long for, and it's ours because of Jesus.

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November 5, 2017 by

Have you ever been let down by something you had put so much hope into? In Matthew 1, the gospel writer helps us see with right anticipation who Jesus is and how he will never put our hope to shame.

Scripture: Matthew 1

November 26, 2017 by

Whether we act, or don't act, resit or fall, we all are motivated by something. Looking at Jesus' temptation in Matthew 4, Tyler Velin shows how Jesus' motivation and actions are essential to our own choices in life.

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

January 21, 2018 by

In Matthew 6, we see the promise of great rewards and the hearts which seek to rob us of them. The reward Jesus holds out for the righteous is the reward of God himself.

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

March 18, 2018 by

In Matthew 10:16-42, we see the expectation of discipleship is the world at war with those worthy of Christ.

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-42

May 27, 2018 by

Far more than a Vacation Bible School story, the "Parable of the Sower" reveals the heart of the Kingdom of God and steers us to the King who heals barren soils.

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

June 17, 2018 by

Many religions promise to provide you with treasure if you meet their standards, but it is only the God of the Bible who promises to be your treasure.

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

June 24, 2018 by

In Matthew 13:53-14:12, we see that Jesus is what you treasure, or he is a threat to what you treasure.

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-14:12

July 8, 2018 by

The feeding of the 5,000 and Jesus walking on water are staple stories of Jesus ministry. Pastor Tyler explains why Jesus does them and what they teach us about him.

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-36

July 15, 2018 by

In Matthew 15, we see three scenes that help us understand our own heart. In this passage, Jesus provides a counter-cultural message which diagnoses and directs our heart today.

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-28

July 29, 2018 by

Jesus entered into the mess of helpless people and did his Messiah work. Jesus will go to places where your self-righteousness, and cultural spiritualism will not.

Scripture: Matthew 15:26-16:12

August 5, 2018 by

Following Jesus will be the greatest cost you ever incur, because it is the greatest value you will ever possess. Following Jesus will cost you because the cross is so costly.

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28

August 12, 2018 by

Christians need a vision of Christ's kingdom that opposes the kingdom of this world. In Matthew 17, Jesus shows us the glory of his kingdom that comes through suffering and calls us to exercise faith in God's Word that brings about his will - no matter the opposition.

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-20

August 26, 2018 by

Because Jesus laid down his rights to save us, we are able to lay down our rights to serve others.

Scripture: Matthew 17:22-27

September 2, 2018 by

What does it take to be great in the Kingdom of Heaven? Jesus shows us with three postures of great disciples.

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

October 28, 2018 by

Matthew 18:15-35 reveals the often hard work of discipleship God has given his church and provides a model for the heart behind it.

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

November 4, 2018 by

In Matthew 19:1-15, Jesus continues to stress the distinct values of those who are members of his kingdom, specifically in marriage.

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-15

November 11, 2018 by

Jesus answers the equation of eternal life with a discussion on divine grace.

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-20:16

November 18, 2018 by

On the road to Jerusalem, Jesus provides three glimpses into the Kingdom shaped by the cross.

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-34

November 25, 2018 by

In Matthew 21:1-17 we read Matthew's account of the "Triumphal Entrance." In this passage we see three ways in which our whole world is anticipating this Savior-King.

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

December 2, 2018 by

We see the relationship between Jesus as the authority and us, as those who are under an obligation to respond either through faith or in judgment.

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-46

December 9, 2018 by

Jesus helps us understand the value of his gospel invitation and the posture of those who respond.

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

January 20, 2019 by

In Matthew 22:15-46 the religious officials submit Jesus to three tests, but ultimately it is Jesus who tests the hearts and understandings of men.

Scripture: Matthew 22:14-46

January 27, 2019 by

Jesus ends his public ministry by addressing the crowds, his disciples and the religious leaders, speaking to the heart of each group.

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

February 3, 2019 by

What does the future hold? And what does it matter for our lives and ministries? Jesus frames the disciples' expectations and hope for what is to come in Matthew 24:1-35.

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-35

February 10, 2019 by

Be awake. Be ready. Be watchful. In Matthew 24:36-25:13, Jesus prepares our hearts for his second coming by calling us to actively wait for his return.

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-25:13

February 17, 2019 by

In Matthew 25:14-46, we see two pictures of the final judgment and Jesus provides instructions and hope for all who will one day stand before him.

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-46

February 24, 2019 by

Matthew 26:1-16 is a unique pause in the pace of Jesus' life. But in this stillness God is anything but silent.

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16

March 3, 2019 by

In Matthew 26, Jesus reestablishes not only a new feast for his people, but a new center of time which has shaped the culture of Christianity for all time.

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-35

March 10, 2019 by

In Matthew 26:36-46, Jesus' humanity is on full display. But it is in the sorrowful savior we find rich hope.

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

March 24, 2019 by

In Matthew 26:57-27:10 we see the false conviction of Jesus applied by an external court, but we also see three stories of internal conviction which need to be reconciled with the gospel.

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-27:10

April 14, 2019 by

In Matthew 27:11-44 Matthew describes for us the somber story or Jesus' crucifixion and yet it is in this brokenness that we see the King in his glory.

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-44

April 19, 2019 by

In Matthew's account of the crucifixion we find three paradoxes which shape our understanding of the gospel and the Christian life.

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-61

April 21, 2019 by

In Matthew 27:62-28:10 we see two world views displayed in the two encounters with Jesus' tomb.

Scripture: Matthew 27:62-28:10

April 28, 2019 by

In the closing verses of Matthew, we see the two commissions and dueling promises we face in a post-resurrection world.

Scripture: Matthew 28:11-20