The Hero Predicts the Future | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Matthew 24:1-35

Human beings have an insatiable desire to know the future. It’s the only way in which we can have hope. Well, Jesus has pronounced some serious judgement on the Jewish temple. So when will this happen and what can we expect from our future?

Sermon Points:

  • The Temple Will Fall
  • The Son of Man Will Come
  • Jesus’ Followers Will Be Ready

The Hero of Disturbing Grace | Brian Sorgenfrei

Scripture Reference: Matthew 20:1-19

Our hero teaches another parable displaying the kind of kingdom he is bringing into this world. That kingdom is one of sheer grace! Grace is disturbing in a world that functions according to merit, but holds out tremendous hope.

Sermon Points:

  • The Allergy
  • The Antidote

The Hero Picks A Fight | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Matthew 21:33-46

Jesus enters Jerusalem virtually daring the religious establishment to oppose him. It’s almost as if he wants to die at their hands. (!) But he shows them through this parable that they lack the singular attribute that must be persistent in each of Jesus’ followers soul: repentance.

Sermon Points:

  • The Challenge of Identity
  • The Challenge of Pride
  • The Challenge of the Stone