We all live under various authorities, but Jesus Christ holds ultimate authority as the promised King. Matthew's genealogy reveals Jesus as both the son of David, Israel's rightful King, and the son of Abraham, bringing blessing to all nations. The genealogy traces three movements: Israel's rise under David, their fall into exile, and restoration through Christ. Jesus didn't come as an earthly warrior king but to establish a spiritual kingdom in our hearts. As Christians, we are citizens of heaven living under King Jesus' authority in every area of life. The King has arrived, the promises are fulfilled, and we must surrender completely to His reign.

Brian Gollery

Discover the masterful structure of Matthew's Gospel and how it reveals Jesus' true identity through five powerful movements. This comprehensive Bible study explores how Matthew crafted his Gospel to systematically present Jesus as the divine Son of God with ultimate authority. Learn about the Sermon on the Mount and how Jesus speaks with divine authority, unlike the scribes who quoted other rabbis. Understand the ten mighty works that prove Jesus' power over disease, demons, nature, and death. Explore why religious leaders opposed Jesus despite undeniable miracles and how their rejection fulfilled prophecy. Discover the meaning behind Jesus' parables and why they reveal truth to some while concealing it from others. Study Peter's great confession and what it means to truly recognize Jesus as the Christ. Learn about the cost of discipleship and why Jesus called followers to take up their cross and deny themselves. Understand Jesus' mission statement to serve and give His life as a ransom for many. Explore the themes of judgment, justice, and hope in Jesus' final teachings before His crucifixion. Discover the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection and how it proves His ultimate authority over sin and death. Learn about the Great Commission and Jesus' promise to be with His followers always. This Bible study is perfect for Christians seeking deeper understanding of Matthew's Gospel, new believers wanting to know more about Jesus, and anyone interested in biblical theology and Gospel studies. Whether you're preparing for Bible study, sermon preparation, or personal devotion, this exploration of Matthew's structure will transform how you read and understand this foundational Gospel.

Your emotions aren't random weather patterns that just happen to you - they're spiritual indicators revealing what your heart truly believes and treasures. The biblical heart has three functions: it thinks, feels, and chooses, working together in a chain reaction where beliefs shape desires, desires create emotions, and emotions motivate choices. Anxiety reveals you're believing lies about God's care and desiring control, while anger shows you're demanding something you want right now, and discouragement exposes misplaced hope. Sin has corrupted all three dimensions of our hearts, but Christ offers transformation by renewing our minds with truth, changing our desires to treasure Him, and freeing our will to choose obedience. When strong emotions hit, ask yourself three questions: What am I believing? What am I wanting? What am I choosing? Then bring those answers to Scripture and let gospel truth transform your heart from the inside out.

Discover powerful lessons about God's faithfulness and commitment from Joshua's final challenge to Israel in this inspiring biblical message. Learn how to overcome spiritual forgetfulness and respond to God's grace with wholehearted devotion. This comprehensive study of Joshua 24 reveals five movements of God's grace that demonstrate His unwavering faithfulness throughout history. Explore how grace surprises us by choosing the undeserving, delivers us from bondage, shields us from enemies, satisfies us with abundant provision, and demands our worship and commitment. Perfect for Christians seeking to deepen their faith, understand biblical commitment, and learn practical ways to remember God's faithfulness in daily life. Whether you're struggling with spiritual commitment, dealing with doubt, or wanting to grow in your relationship with God, this message provides biblical insights and practical applications. Topics covered include overcoming spiritual amnesia, removing modern idols, responding to God's grace, biblical commitment, and choosing whom to serve. Ideal for personal devotion, small group study, or anyone interested in Old Testament lessons that apply to modern Christian living. Learn how to actively remember God's faithfulness, respond with deeper commitment, and remove anything that competes with God for first place in your life.

Christians are called to be like a Tiffany diamond setting - lifting up the gospel to display Christ's brilliance rather than concealing it with our own accomplishments. Paul's instructions to Titus emphasize sound doctrine built on faith, love, and steadfastness, with particular emphasis on self-control as evidence that mastery over sin is possible through Christ. Rather than attacking systems directly, the gospel transforms individuals, which in turn changes society. We live between Christ's first coming, which brought grace and training in righteousness, and His second coming, which represents our blessed hope. Our lives should be simple, elegant settings that showcase the brilliant jewel of the gospel to the world.

The tribe of Levi began under a curse, scattered throughout Israel as punishment for their ancestors' violent sins at Shechem. Yet God transformed this judgment into an incredible blessing, making the Levites the priests and spiritual leaders of the entire nation. Their scattering became a strategic placement to serve all of Israel, and their inheritance became God Himself rather than temporary land. From this cursed tribe came Moses, Aaron, and other great spiritual leaders. This transformation reveals God's power to turn our deepest shame into our highest calling, whether we're dealing with consequences from our own mistakes or suffering from others' sins.