Main Point: 

Greatness in God’s kingdom goes against the grain of greatness in the world. 

1. How do you define greatness?

2. How does Jesus define greatness?

3. Who are you ready to receive?

Main Point: By the Father's word, Jesus is the victorious king and priest forever.

1. A Divine Oath of Kingship.

2. A Divine Oath of Priesthood.

Main Point:

Christian: Sing joyful praise as you go to war.

Sing praise because God has given:

1. Salvation.

2. Victory.

3. Honor

Main Point: Our God is Gloriously Fearsome.

1. Defending His People.

2. Declaring His Judgment.

3. Demanding Reverent Worship.

Main Point: Celebrate the union of the King and His Bride.

1. The King is Praiseworthy.

2. The Bride is Devoted.

3. The Dynasty is Blessed.

Main Point: The Lord's sovereign reign secures His trustworthy word.

1. The Lord reigns in unrivaled majesty.

2. The Lord reigns above every force of chaos.

3. The Lord's reign guarantees the certainty of His word.

Main Point: Lament with confidence.

1. Your God is a holy King.

2. Your God will destroy the wicked.

3. Your God will bless the righteous.

Main Point: Jesus laid down His rights to avoid unnecessary offense.

1. He knew what was ahead.

2. He owed nothing to man.

3. He willingly laid down His rights.

Main Point: We can only carry out our mission effectively by faith.

1. The Disciples' Failure.

2. The Lord's Frustration.

3. The Sufficiency of Faith.

Main Point: Listen to God's Beloved Son.

1. He is the radiance of the glory of God.

2. He fulfills the law and the prophets.

3. His suffering leads us to glory.