Did God really sacrifice Himself to save us from Himself? The common and somewhat superficial formula cannot support a serious faith. A more serious look at the Gospels reveals that Jesus' sacrifice does not rescue us from God's wrath, but from sin's death.

Did God really sacrifice Himself to save us from Himself? The common and somewhat superficial formula cannot support a serious faith. A more serious look at the Gospels reveals that Jesus' sacrifice does not rescue us from God's wrath, but from sin's death.

An examination of how each character responds to the trial of Jesus. WARING: this message discusses suicide; ensure young ears are not around when listening.

An examination of how each character responds to the trial of Jesus. WARING: this message discusses suicide; ensure young ears are not around when listening.

An examination of how each character responds to the trial of Jesus. WARING: this message discusses suicide; ensure young ears are not around when listening.

If Jesus told you that you would fail Him, what would you do? This section of Matthew follows Peter in his quest for will-power in contrast to Jesus' prayer for God-power.

If Jesus told you that you would fail Him, what would you do? This section of Matthew follows Peter in his quest for will-power in contrast to Jesus' prayer for God-power.

Matthew frames devotion to Christ with scenes of betrayal, casting a dire warning to disciples to be devoted to Christ.

Matthew frames devotion to Christ with scenes of betrayal, casting a dire warning to disciples to be devoted to Christ.

Jesus tells three parables, urging our readiness for His return. This invitations conclude with a climatic scene of judgement where Christ separates the sheep from the goats.