Are You On the Right Side? | Matthew 5:17-20
Matthew 5, verses 17-20 says there is a way to respond to the Law and The Prophets that gets you on the right side of history. However the church has failed this test over and over again, causing division, denominations, factions and parachurch ministries. How can we know if we are on the right side of history? Pastor Robin explains how Jesus’ teaching on the Sermon on the Mount highlights a right and wrong way that the church should not miss.
The Meek and Misunderstood Messiah | Matthew 27:37-44
Often our reminders of the crucifixion narrative highlight Jesus’ physical pain. However he also endured a psychological burden of abuse that with close watch we can see that was significantly brutal. Pastor Robin looks at Matthew 27, and helps us see how Jesus’ true power was on display in the face of mockery, manipulation, and mistreatment. But not just power to show off - but power to save...
THE Fear of Men - Matthew 10:24-33
We all struggle with worrying about what other people think of us or the harm others can do to us. It is often the reason why we are inhibited in letting the life of Christ be expressed through us. Matthew 10:24-33 is the recording of Jesus' teaching on what it is to fear men and how God has uniquely set the believer apart to live in freedom from fear.