Sermons on Matthew
Poor in Spirit
In Matthew 5:1-3, Jesus proclaims the kingdom of heaven is open for those who rely on the merit of Christ for their salvation. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches the poor in spirit: the meaning, the blessing, the importance, and the link to the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
The Lord’s Prayer: A Prayer for God’s Glory
In Luke 11:1-4 and Matthew 6:9-13, we read how Jesus taught his disciples to pray using the Lord’s Prayer. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches each petition: hallowed be Your Name; Your kingdom come, Your will be done, as in heaven, so on earth; give us day by day our daily bread; forgive us our sins,…
The Earth Receives Her King
In Matthew 2:1-12, the wise men travel to find and worship the newborn king, but King Herod seeks to destroy the child. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches that Gentiles seek the King, Jerusalem fears the King, the usurper examines the King, God declares the King, and the usurper plots against the King. “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when…
Nothing Will Be Impossible for You, If You Have Faith
In Matthew 17:1-20, Peter, James, and John witness the transfiguration of Jesus seeing the glory of God revealed in Jesus Christ. Soon after they see the power of Jesus to heal and learn their own faith must grow. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the possibility of faith, the place of faith,…
Out of Egypt I Called My Son
Matthew 2:13–15 describes Joseph, Mary, and Jesus fleeing to Egypt to fulfill a prophecy given in Hosea. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Abraham’s journey from Egypt – the promise of a people and a land, Israel’s journey from Egypt – the promise of freedom and prosperity, and Jesus’ journey from Egypt – the promise of eternal salvation. “When Israel was a child, I…
Anxiety for Christ and His Kingdom
In Matthew 6:25–34, as part of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches we should be concerned about pleasing God by seeking His kingdom, rather than worrying about our daily needs. This is primarily a heart issue that can only be resolved by coming to Christ. Pastor Israel Quaresma preaches the diagnosis of anxiety and the remedy for anxiety.
“But seek first the kingdom…
Matthew: The Long-Awaited Messiah has Come!
With Matthew 1:17, we continue our survey of Bible books. The gospel of Matthew introduces Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah and points to the coming of the Kingdom of Heaven. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the birth and introduction of the Messiah, the Kingdom of Heaven, the authority of the Messiah, the rejection and execution of the Messiah, and the resurrection…
Community Good Friday 2025 4th Word
The Fourth Word: My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Matthew 27:46
Dr. Breno Macedo, Messiah’s Independent Reformed Church
The Man from Nazareth
In Matthew 21:1-11, the Palm Sunday story reveals the identity and purpose of Jesus of Nazareth. He is the long-prophesied God-Man, the Savior, and the Messianic King who has come to save His people! Mr. Matthew Reyes preaches the Man from Nazareth is the Messiah, the Man from Nazareth is the Savior, and the Man from Nazareth is the God-Man.
“And when he entered…
The Birth of the Messiah (Matthew)
In Matthew 1:18-2:23, we find Matthew’s introduction of Jesus’ coming into the world. Matthew emphasizes five titles to help us understand who Jesus is. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the names Jesus, Immanuel, the King of the Jews, the Shepherd of Israel, and God’s Son.
“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel…