Submitted by Dapedersen on Sun, 03/18/2018 - 11:14
4:19 Matthew “Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will send you out to fish for people." (NIV)
Jesus begins the process of choosing His disciples. He didn’t go to the temple to find the religious people… or the educated people… or the prosperous people. He began by calling fishermen… plain… ordinary… smelly fishermen. His call was simple. Follow Jesus to fish for people… to bring people into the kingdom of heaven…to help people who are hurting or lost. That was Jesus call then. That is still Jesus call to us today. Come and follow Him!
4:10 Matthew “Jesus said to him, "Away from me, Satan! For it is written: 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.'" (NIV) 4:07 Matthew “Jesus answered him, "It is also written: 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'" (NIV) 4:04 Matthew “Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" (NIV)
3:17 Matthew “And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.“ (NIV)
The voice of God is a powerful force. He spoke and the universe and all that is in it was formed. Awesome power!! He speaks of His love for Jesus. He speaks of how He is pleased with the life that Christ is living. Words of love and encouragement are very powerful. Those words are also powerful for us to say to our family and loved ones. Say them often. Say them publicly. Say them with great love!
3:11 Matthew “I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.“ (NIV) 3:08 Matthew “Produce fruit in keeping with repentance.“ (NIV) 3:02 Matthew “and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.“ (NIV) 2:10 Matthew “When they saw the star, they were overjoyed.” (NIV)
Our new series starts in Matthew. Some verses will be familiar. We want to make them unforgettable. We want them to be a part of you. We want you to carry them with you wherever you go. We want you to seek Jesus just as the Wisemen did. They followed a star. We have the benefit of following His Word. From the light of the star they found Jesus. From His Word, we can also find Jesus. Keep His Word close at hand…top of mind…deep in your heart!
4:06 Colossians “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” (NIV)
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