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Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 11:28-30)
March 3, 2021 (Yoked with Jesus) Questions to be answered in this study How was the yoke that Jesus offered different from the one the Pharisaical Rabia’s offered? What is the meaning of the word Pharisee, which explains their true purpose? What was the original meaning of the word “Yoke” in New Testament times? What exactly is a yoke, and what is its purpose? In what ways does Christ’s death on the cross benefit those who trust in Him? What is a person’s first action when they realize they need help to confront all life’s problems? What is the only way we will ever find peace in a troubled world?…
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The Exposition of Matthew (Matthew 11:20-24)
February 17, 2021 (Why Israel Rejected Jesus) Questions to be answered in this study: What were the three reasons Israel rejected Jesus as their Messiah? Why do people reject Jesus today? Why did the Jews believe they were already a part of the kingdom of heaven and did not need to trust in Jesus? Upon what three cities did Jesus precisely pronounce judgment? What about Tyre? According to Ezekiel 26, wasn’t it to ever be rebuilt after God’s judgment on it? How is that to be explained? According to Jesus, what is the worst possible sin a person could commit? There are only four generations that witnessed the miracles of…
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Exposition of Matthew (Matthew 18:18-35)
(Jesus’ last days of earthly ministry) Questions to be answered in this study What was the purpose of the outline for reconciliation Jesus gave to the disciples? If church discipline is not intended to punish, what is the purpose intended? Is Jesus only with us when two are more come together? Should we limit the forgiveness of those who offend us? Is there a time for vengeance? What is the condition for being restored to full membership in the body of Christ, when a person commits incest, adultery, drunkenness, etc.? Do certain sins disqualify someone from leadership positions? What is the penalty of a life of bitterness, refusing to…