Thursday, August 9, 2012

Matthew presents- "King Jesus"

Kidron Valley, Israel
After completing an incredible eight month journey through the Gospel of Matthew, I have worked on a summary that I hope continues to impact my relationship with Jesus. This whole book is wrapped around the concept and reality of Jesus as King. From beginning to end He is confronted with people who embrace Him as "King"  as well as those adversaries who reject Him wanting Him dead. It is tragic that this second group is composed primarily of the religious leaders; those that knew God's Word, His prophecies, His promises.

 Matthew presents -“King Jesus
1. Jesus comes as King   
2. Teaches of His Kingdom and Kingdom Character  
3. Demonstrates His Divine Kingly Power and Authority
3. Chooses teachers to carry on Kingdom work
4.  Deals with adversaries to His Kingdom
5. Sheds His innocent blood to pay the penalty for the sins of His Kingdom dwellers.
6. Conquers death thru His resurrection
7. Promises to come a second time to reign as Divine Eternal King over His Kingdom populated with His children who have endured to the end, believers in Christ.