Category Archives: Matthew

An Easter Chronology – “What Difference Would it Have Made?”

A few years ago, my husband, Ken, had a business acquaintance ask him:  “What difference would it have made if Jesus had never risen from the dead?”  Jack and Ken had worked together on many projects, and been friends over the years.  When he asked Ken this question it was because he knew he didn’tContinue reading “An Easter Chronology – “What Difference Would it Have Made?””

“The Power of Sin. The Power of Jesus”. Matthew 14

For the whole Matthew study, click here. Matthew 14 An 8-year-old had a question for God.  She was not sure God is fair.  Why?  Because Adam and Eve long ago chose to disobey God, and as a result, all of us have a sin nature.  She thought she should have gotten a chance to makeContinue reading ““The Power of Sin. The Power of Jesus”. Matthew 14″

“The Treasure Chest”. Matthew 13:24-58

For the whole Matthew study, click here. Matthew 13:24-58 After you’ve been walking with Jesus for awhile, you will begin to accumulate treasures in your treasure chest.  Gold rings and silver necklaces and diamonds mounted on pendants and things of great worth in your jewelry box. The truths you learn as you walk with HimContinue reading ““The Treasure Chest”. Matthew 13:24-58″

“Drawing the Line in the Sand…So…What Really is the Unforgiveable Sin?” Matthew Chapter 12:22-50

For the whole Matthew study, click here. Matthew 12:22-50.  So…What Really is the Unforgiveable Sin? You see, everyone in the world gets their chance to have the Holy Spirit open their eyes to their need of a Savior.  (John 1:9)  And everyone gets their chance to bow their knee before that Savior, accepting salvation asContinue reading ““Drawing the Line in the Sand…So…What Really is the Unforgiveable Sin?” Matthew Chapter 12:22-50″

“Like Flashing Lights in the Rearview Mirror” Matthew Chapter 12:1-21

For the whole Matthew study, click here. Matthew 12:1-21 When you see a police car in back of you, how do you react?  I’m not asking how you react when you see those lights flashing, but just when you see the police car…no lights…just the car…how do you react? I get sweaty.  I slow down,Continue reading ““Like Flashing Lights in the Rearview Mirror” Matthew Chapter 12:1-21″

” A Cup of Cold Water for a Weary Traveler” Matthew Chapter 10

For the whole Matthew study, click here Matthew Chapter 10. Are you a disciple of Jesus, walking, walking, walking – telling His story?  Are you sometimes a weary traveler?  There is a blessing from Him for everyone who helps you along the way.  The Lord Himself will gently bless the life of the one whoContinue reading “” A Cup of Cold Water for a Weary Traveler” Matthew Chapter 10″

“Birthday Parties for Prostitutes”. Matthew Chapter 8 part 2, and Matthew Chapter 9

For the whole Matthew study, click here. Matthew 8, part 2, and Matthew 9. We are told to go out into our world and tell people about Jesus, then baptize them once they believe, and then teach them the Bible. It’s simple.  And very rewarding. But there are tremendous costs. In Matthew chapter 9 (andContinue reading ““Birthday Parties for Prostitutes”. Matthew Chapter 8 part 2, and Matthew Chapter 9″

“If You Are Willing…” Matthew Chapter 8:1-17

For the whole Matthew study, click here. Matthew 8:1-17 “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Why did the leper say “If You are willing.”?  Surely the Lord Jesus was willing to heal every sick and hurting person who came across his path.  Surely the leper knew that – Jesus had beenContinue reading ““If You Are Willing…” Matthew Chapter 8:1-17″