Scripture: Matthew 16:1-12
Lesson Outline
The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29)The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1)The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53)The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2)The withdrawal of the King (Matthew 13:54-16:12)The unbelief of the people of Israel (Matthew 13:54-58)The opposition of Herod (Matthew 14:1-36)The opposition of the Pharisees and scribes (Matthew 15:1-39)The opposition of the Pharisees and Sadducees (Matthew 16:1-12)The request for a sign (Matthew 16:1-4a)A sign from heaven (Matthew 16:1)The signs of the times (Matthew 16:2-4a)The abandonment by the King (Matthew 16:4b-12)A warning (Matthew 16:4b-7)An explanation (Matthew 16:8-12)Conclusion and application