Sermons on Matthew (Page 2)
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…
Community Good Friday 2024 4th Word
The Fourth Word: My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Matthew 27:46
Rev. Bill Fennema, Retired RCA Minister
The Entrance of the Prophet, Priest, and King, Part II
In Matthew 21:12-32, the Palm Sunday story continues with Jesus interacting as a priest in vss. 12-17, a King in vss. 18-22, and a prophet vss. 23-32. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Priest who cleansed the temple, the King who cursed the fig tree, and the Prophet who prophesied…
The Entrance of the Prophet, Priest, and King, Part I
In Matthew 21:1-12, we read the Palm Sunday story of Jesus coming as our Prophet, Priest, and King. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the King seated on a donkey, the Prophet declaring things to come, and the Priest cleansing the temple.
“And the crowds that went before him and that followed…
Church Discipline: Going after the Lost Sheep
In Matthew 18:15-20, Jesus describes the process and purpose of church discipline. Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches the process, the authority, and the promise of church discipline.
“If your brother sins against you… But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. If he refuses…