Podcasts about Matthew 20

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the final days before Christ's death and resurrection. To commemorate, we are skipping ahead in our Matthew series to look at Matthew 20:29-21:17 and the depiction of Jesus' famous entry into Jerusalem, riding on a donkey. What is the significance of this event in the life of Christ? What do Jesus' next actions in the passage tell us about His character and heart? How does this passage speak to our religious activity today?

Two questions frame the triumphal entry: What do you want me to do for you? and Who is this?

Alternate Sermon Titles: Donkey Day or The King Who StopsScripture References: Matthew 20:29-34, Matthew 21:1-11, Isaiah 35:4-6, Psalm 118, Matthew 27 (Referenced)Intro: Welcome to this sermon! Today, we're looking at Palm Sunday, the start of Passion Week, Jesus' Triumphant Entry into Jerusalem. It's a pivotal moment described in all four Gospels. While often called Palm Sunday (though only John mentions palms), the focus might actually be on the donkey. This event showcases the unique nature of King Jesus – a king unlike any earthly ruler. We see the crowds finally giving Jesus praise, shouting "Hosanna!" (Save Now!), recognizing Him as the Son of David, the promised Messiah. But even in this moment of seeming triumph, Jesus reveals His true character and mission.Key Points:The King Who Stops for the Hurting (Matt 20:29-34):On His way to Jerusalem, knowing the immense weight of the week ahead (suffering, death, atonement), Jesus is interrupted by two blind beggars crying out, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!"The crowd tries to silence them, wanting Jesus to have His moment.But Jesus stops. He doesn't brush them off. He asks, "What do you want me to do for you?"He shows compassion and heals them. This reveals the heart of our King – He has time for the marginalized, even amidst His most critical mission. He stoops down.The King Who Rides a Borrowed Donkey (Matt 21:1-11):Jesus deliberately fulfills prophecy (Zechariah 9:9) by choosing a donkey, not a warhorse.Palms symbolized military victory and nationalism (like the Maccabean revolt). The crowd wanted that kind of king – one to overthrow Rome.Jesus chose the donkey – a symbol of peace, humility, and service (a beast of burden). He was signalling a different kind of kingship, a different way of saving. He comes to carry burdens, not conquer with force.It wasn't even His donkey! He borrowed it, showing humility and dependence, yet also authority ("The Lord needs it"). He owns nothing, yet everything.The King Who Defies Expectations (Matt 21:10-11, Matt 27):The crowd acclaimed Him King, shouting "Hosanna!" (Save Now!), expecting a political/military Messiah to defeat Rome. They chanted Psalm 118 but added titles like "Son of David" and "King of Israel."Jesus' mission was different. He came to conquer a greater enemy: sin and death. He targeted hypocrisy within Israel, not just external oppressors.This disconnect led the same crowd, just days later, to shout "Give us Barabbas!" – choosing a violent insurrectionist over the humble King on a donkey. They preferred their expectations over the King they actually got.Jesus isn't a consultant or a vending machine fulfilling our demands. He is King.Conclusion: Palm Sunday reveals the heart of King Jesus. He is compassionate, stopping for the needy even on His "big day." He is humble, riding a borrowed donkey, signaling peace and service, not earthly power. He challenges our expectations, calling us not just to praise Him when He fits our mold, but to submit to Him as Lord even when His ways aren't our ways. He came to deal with our deepest problem – sin and death – through His own suffering and sacrifice.Call to Action: As we reflect on this King, let's examine our own hearts. Do we treat Jesus like a consultant or a vending machine, only following when it suits us? Or do we submit to Him as King, trusting His ways even when they don't align with our expectations? He is a King who can be trusted – one familiar with suffering, humble enoug Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

The "Triumphal Entry" was the public declaration that Jesus viewed himself as the Messiah, and the promised King of kings. He rode into Jerusalem accepting the title of "Son of David" and the shouts of praise, "Hosanna!" He then entered the temple and called it "My house." Jesus was forcing the people to either crown him or crucify him (and he knew which the religious leaders would choose). With Jesus, there is nothing in between. We must know him as King or do our best to get rid of him.

The Good News of Jesus - The Gospel According to Matthew. January 26th, 2025. Jesus & Power.

An Hour of Service: Matthew 20:17-34 (Josh Lewis) by Highlands Community Church

The Kingdom, Matthew 20; Rev. Ian McQuarrie, Sunday 6th April 2025

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Imagine a firefighter who sees a burning building with people trapped inside. He understands the danger, the risk, and the pain he may face, but without hesitation, he courageously runs toward the flames because he […]

Rejoice in God's abundant goodness; He gives us far more than we deserve. (Matthew 20:1-16)

DateMarch 23, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we tackle envy—the belief that someone else's success threatens our own—through Jesus's parable of the vineyard workers. Envy isn't just comparison; it's the corrosive lie that another's blessing diminishes yours, scaling from personal insecurity to systemic oppression. The antidote? Generosity rooted in knowing your belovedness. When we celebrate others' wins instead of competing, we disrupt envy's isolating power and reconnect to what matters: in God's economy, there's more than enough for everyone.ReferencesScripture: Matthew 20:1–16About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Pastor Matt Ewert speaks from Matthew 20:1-16 as we continue our series titled, "The King and His Kingdom."

Matthew 20 Matthew 20:1-16 – Laborers in the vineyard Matthew 20:1 – See Matthew 12:24-26. Satan also has a kingdom. God (Jesus) is the…

In this sermon, we learn about the importance of service and the nature of *true* greatness. Learn more in this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 3/16/25 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com

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Title: Ransomed to ServePreacher: J.O.Passage: Matthew 20:20–28

A Gathering Darkness | "Not So With You" Matthew 20:26

This is the message from our weekend service on 3/2/2025 in Acts with Pastor Chet Lowe.

Jesus knew His purpose on Earth. His three-year ministry was important, but His real mission was unequivocal and stark: to die a torturous, sacrificial death. There was no doubt about it. As an Old Testament scholar, Christ intimately understood the Messianic prophesies and His role in their fulfillment. Quite often, while teaching and leading His followers, He quoted those passages, making it clear that He knew the clock was ticking.

Laborers in the Vineyard20.1 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. 2 After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3 And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, 4 and to them he said, ‘You go into the vineyard too, and whatever is right I will give you.' 5 So they went. Going out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour, he did the same. 6 And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing. And he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?' 7 They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.' He said to them, ‘You go into the vineyard too.' 8 And when evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the laborers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last, up to the first.' 9 And when those hired about the eleventh hour came, each of them received a denarius. 10 Now when those hired first came, they thought they would receive more, but each of them also received a denarius. 11 And on receiving it they grumbled at the master of the house, 12 saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.' 13 But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong. Did you not agree with me for a denarius? 14 Take what belongs to you and go. I choose to give to this last worker as I give to you. 15 Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?' 16 So the last will be first, and the first last.”

In Matthew 20:17-34 we see that godly ambition is driven by love, seeking to fulfill God's purposes through sacrificial service.

Jesus prepared His inner circle for the climax of His story -- something momentous was on the way. The book of Matthew records His instructions, as He explained how to best weather life's dangers, including the impending storm of His own betrayal and crucifixion. His words weren't only relevant to His disciples; the strategies He taught can help us in times of crisis. Join Horizon at the Equipping services for STORM PREP, a verse-by-verse study of Matthew 18-20.

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1 Corinthians 9:24–27[24] Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. [25] Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable. [26] So I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air. [27] But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified. (ESV)1 Corinthians 10:1–5Warning Against Idolatry[1] For I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that our fathers were all under the cloud, and all passed through the sea, [2] and all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, [3] and all ate the same spiritual food, [4] and all drank the same spiritual drink. For they drank from the spiritual Rock that followed them, and the Rock was Christ. [5] Nevertheless, with most of them God was not pleased, for they were overthrown in the wilderness. (ESV)Matthew 20:1–16Laborers in the Vineyard[1] “For the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. [2] After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. [3] And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, [4] and to them he said, ‘You go into the vineyard too, and whatever is right I will give you.' [5] So they went. Going out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour, he did the same. [6] And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing. And he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?' [7] They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.' He said to them, ‘You go into the vineyard too.' [8] And when evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the laborers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last, up to the first.' [9] And when those hired about the eleventh hour came, each of them received a denarius. [10] Now when those hired first came, they thought they would receive more, but each of them also received a denarius. [11] And on receiving it they grumbled at the master of the house, [12] saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.' [13] But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong. Did you not agree with me for a denarius? [14] Take what belongs to you and go. I choose to give to this last worker as I give to you. [15] Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?' [16] So the last will be first, and the first last.” (ESV)

February 17, 2025

Jesus prepared His inner circle for the climax of His story -- something momentous was on the way. The book of Matthew records His instructions, as He explained how to best weather life's dangers, including the impending storm of His own betrayal and crucifixion. His words weren't only relevant to His disciples; the strategies He taught can help us in times of crisis. Join Horizon at the Equipping services for STORM PREP, a verse-by-verse study of Matthew 18-20.

We are saved by God's grace alone. But we cannot begrudge His generosity, lest He ask us to leave His vineyard.Septuagesima Exodus 17:1–7; Psalm 95:1–9; 1 Corinthians 9:24—10:5; Matthew 20:1–16

What Am I Owed?Matthew 20:1-16

What You Wish For The Kingdom of Heaven Matthew 20.1–34 FEB 16 2025

Text: Matthew 20:17-28Hosts:J. Kent EdwardsVicki HitzgesNathan NormanNarrator: Brian French The CrossTalk Podcast is a production of CrossTalk Global, equipping biblical communicators, so every culture hears God's voice. To find out more, or to support the work of this ministry please visit www.crosstalkglobal.orgDonateProduced by Nathan James Norman/Untold Podcast Production© 2025 CrossTalk Global

Jesus prepared His inner circle for the climax of His story -- something momentous was on the way. The book of Matthew records His instructions, as He explained how to best weather life's dangers, including the impending storm of His own betrayal and crucifixion. His words weren't only relevant to His disciples; the strategies He taught can help us in times of crisis. Join Horizon at the Equipping services for STORM PREP, a verse-by-verse study of Matthew 18-20.

Send us a textThis week we wrap up Matthew 20 by discussing what it is to submit ourselves to Christ in all things and to count the cost of that submission.Main Scripture:Matthew 20:17-19Additional Scripture:Matthew 16:21Matthew 17:22-23Matthew 20:20-23James 4:1-6Proverbs 14:12Exodus 19:3-8Luke 14:28-33Acts 12:1-2Matthew 20:24-28Matthew 20:29-34Joshua 6:261 Kings 16:34John 21:25

Matthew 20:20-28

Send us a textGood morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)Spiritbuilding.com - (premium quality paperback)Youtube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comMatthew 20“So the last shall be first, and the first last.” Jesus explains this teaching with a parable. Workers are hired throughout the day, each agreeing to a day's wage. At the end of the day, every worker is paid the same amount. Those who were there first were angry. The point here is about God's willingness to save anyone, and our need to be humble and grateful. The disciples struggled with this at times. Later in this chapter, even after Jesus describes His coming death, the mother of James and John asks for her sons to have exalted positions. All the disciples get upset with this. Jesus informs them that the kingdom is about service, mercy, and selflessness. Jesus then demonstrates this by healing two blind men who begged for help. Those who pridefully yearn to be first in the kingdom may miss it altogether. If Jesus had been that way, He would not have died for us, and we would be lost. The parable of the workers is designed to humble the Jews because many would later be upset by Gentiles being added to the kingdom. But it is also important for us. Maybe we are like the disciples, hoping to be rewarded for our labor. If our focus is on ourselves and what we deserve, then we miss the whole point of the kingdom. We might miss that compassion for others and service to others, even those who come after us, is what Christ and His kingdom are all about.  Kind and caring heavenly Father, thank You for being so patient with us. We sometimes get caught up in our accomplishments and our efforts and can lose sight of the fact that we are saved only by Your grace. Give us humble hearts to be grateful to be in Your vineyard and to never compare ourselves to others. Your Son died for each one of us. He took the low place to raise us up. Give us hearts and opportunities to do the same for someone in need today in honor of our humble Savior. Thought Questions:  -       If you had worked all day, would you accept latecomers getting paid the same as you? How does this parable challenge you to check your heart?  -       What does this phrase look like in your life, your home, and your relationships: “Whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant”? -       If Jesus can stop mid-mission and heal two blind men out of compassion, how might you be able to do something like that today?

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Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Praying for Protection On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: Our focus has been on prayer this month. When I read in our daily reading passage what the mother of James and John did, I thought we could call this a kind of prayer. Do you agree? An important part of praying is that we pray, according to the will of God. Have you ever asked God for something and he gave it to you, and later you regretted it? Did God show wisdom in answering that prayer? Have you ever prayed for something and God said, “No,” and then later you realized that was the best answer you could've possibly received? How do “prayer” and “trusting God to know how to answer prayer” go together? The reading for the day is: Exodus 10:1–12:13 Matthew 20:1-28 Psalm 25:1-15 Proverbs 6:6-11

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Jesus foretells His death for a third time and gives more details. The mother of James and John has a question for Jesus. No one has any idea how the Kingdom of God works. And Jesus has mercy on two blind men. Have a listen.  Show Notes: ·       Support 1517 Podcast Network ·       1517 Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube ·       1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 Events Schedule ·       1517 Academy - Free Theological Education   What's New from 1517: ·       Bible in One Year with Chad Bird ·       Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi ·       Junk Drawer Jesus By Matt Popovits   More from the hosts: ·       Daniel Emery Price ·       Erick Sorenson

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