This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the gospel of Matthew. What is the essence of real life discipleship? Jesus had a very unique and powerful way of demonstrating what it means to be a disciple. Scripture text is Matthew 9:9-17.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the gospel of Matthew. What is the nature of Jesus' authority? How far does it reach? How does his authority inform his character? How does his character effect our desire to follow after him? Scripture text is Matthew 8:28 - 9:8.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the gospel of Matthew. Jesus has completed the Sermon on the Mount and has just healed three different people. As he begins to journey across the Sea of Galilee, Jesus encounters some would-be disciples. These "interviews" set the stage for a test of discipleship with his twelve closest followers. Scripture text is Matthew 8:18-27.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the gospel of Matthew. Jesus has made his way down from the mountain where he taught the Sermon on the Mount. He is now moving moving through the real lives of real people. People need healing and Jesus is the God-Man for the job. Scripture text is Matthew 8:1-17.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the gospel of Matthew. Jesus is concluding the Sermon on the Mount by teaching through four contrasts: two gates, two trees, two claims, and two builders. The sermon is concluded with a contrast between two levels of authority. Scripture text is Matthew 7:13-29.