During this month, God willing, in our series on Matthew's Gospel we will cover chapter 4 in two messages, one on and one on . Let's continue to read Matthew's Gospel, think about it, pray for understanding, and submit in obedience to God's Word.
is about Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. It shows Jesus, who is what the people of God are supposed to be, in action. As you read about his testing, think about the model Jesus provided for us. What does it mean to be the people of God?
includes the citation of , the beginning of Jesus' ministry, the calling of the four disciples, and a summary of Jesus' early ministry of teaching, preaching, and healing. What holds all this together is the gospel of the kingdom of heaven (). What exactly is the "kingdom of heaven"?
Please read or continue reading Matthew's Gospel, and read or re-read chapter 4 this month. A look at , , , and would be a good idea, too.
Please pray for the whole BCF preaching team, and for our guest preachers. Thank God for our excellent children's ministry at BCF, and our music team.
It would be great ingratitude for the blessings we receive on Sundays if we undo it all between Sundays. So let's all pray for each other, that by the power of the Holy Spirit we will live faithful and obedient lives for Jesus' sake and God's glory.
- Larry