Embark on a thought-provoking journey through the scriptures as we explore the profound implications of Jesus' teachings on the Old and New Covenants. Discover how the death of the Old Covenant and the resurrection of the New Covenant, symbolized by the grain of wheat falling into the earth and dying, has brought about a radical transformation in the world.
In this sermon, we'll delve into the cultural and historical context of Jesus' teachings, examining the significance of the Passover and the planting of wheat during his time. We'll also examine the role of Jesus as the seed that died to bring forth the New Covenant, and how his death and resurrection have forever changed the course of humanity's relationship with God.
But the transformation doesn't stop with Jesus. As his followers, we, too, are called to participate in this process of death and resurrection, learning to let go of our old selves and embracing the new life that Christ offers us. Through faith in Jesus, we have died to the law and been released into resurrection life, where the power of the Holy Spirit is at work in us, making us holy and transforming us into the image of Christ.
So join us as we explore the seeds of change that Jesus has sown in our lives, and learn how we can participate in the ongoing work of resurrection and transformation in the world. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and equipped to follow Jesus more closely and to embrace the new life that he offers us.