We will see how God brought Israel to Egypt and we will consider his plan to preserve his people there. The text is Genesis 46-47:12. Of particular concern for us will be the questions: How are we to live as pilgrims in this world? What encouragement and instruction do we have for our faith?
We will be considering Matthew’s account of Jesus’ miraculous walking on water in Matthew 14:22-33. This is a unique manifestation of the glory of Christ. We will consider how it was that Peter was able to walk on water and how he failed. We will consider what encouragement we have for our faith today. Particularly…
We are continuing to study the life of Joseph. In our text, Joseph finally reveals himself to his family. We will consider the fulfillment of this in Christ and its significance for our faith today.
We will be considering Matthew’s account of the miracle of feeding the five thousand. This miracle has a symbolic significance in defining Jesus’ ministry. It is the only miracle besides Jesus’ resurrection that is recorded in all four gospels. We will be considering its significance for us today.
Reference text is Genisis 44 We will be continuing to see Joseph’s ministry to his brothers. Here, we see the last test Joseph gives to his brothers. We will consider these four points: 1. The final test for the brothers. 2. The vindication of Judah as the new leader. 3. The fulfillment in Christ. 4.…
Reference text is Mt. 14:1-12 Our text describes the death of John the Baptist. This is important as it reminds us of the conflict of the kingdom of heaven in this world. We will consider the conflict of Herod and John in light of this greater conflict. We will consider the call of the gospel…
We continue our study in the life of Joseph. Last week, we saw how Joseph had a God-ordained ministry to sanctify his brothers. This week we will continue to see Joseph’s ministry towards them and how they are being sanctified through it. We see a new fellowship and unity has begun around Joseph’s table. We…
We will continue our study of the book of Matthew. Matthew concludes this chapter on the secrets of the kingdom by showing the offense that the people of Nazareth had towards Jesus and his ministry. We will consider the reason for this offense and how deeply rooted pride and prejudice is in all people by…
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 3:10-18