Podcasts about Matthew 3

Fr. Mike introduces us to the Gospel of Matthew, including his genealogy, nativity, and the first days of his ministry. He pulls it all together to show that not only is Jesus reconstituting the kingdom in his ministry, but he's inviting us to join him in this kingdom. Today's readings are Matthew 1-4, and Proverbs 18:17-20. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

It is our prayer that today's word would encourage and challenge to walk out your faith in Jesus, shine brightly in darkness and experience Kingdom impact in all you do! Stay connected with Belmont Church on our Facebook page, website or on the Church Center App.

The Red Letter Challenge is Northwest Christian School's annual invitation to join Mr. Brown in reading through the the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) over three months, one chapter per day.For 2025, the Red Letter Challenge is themed for video games and the incentives are rooted in video game fun!Via the Off the Page Book Club podcast, students can enjoy Mr. Brown reading that day's chapter to them!For more information, please follow this link:  RedLetterChallenge.org

Matthew 3:13-4:3

Matthew 3:13-17 Audio

Matthew 3:7-12 Audio

Matthew 3:1-6

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Matthew 3:1-6 Audio

Greetings and welcome! This is our daily devotional for August 20, 2025. Today, we continue our series on Matthew in chapter 3 with our Lord's baptism. Why was Jesus baptized? Today we see a beautiful and awful picture of things to come in His ministry, as well as beautiful promises and callings for us. Thanks for joining us!

A new MP3 sermon from Old Providence ARP Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Matthew 3: The Baptizer Subtitle: Daily Devotionals Speaker: Patrick Malphrus Broadcaster: Old Providence ARP Church Event: Devotional Date: 8/18/2025 Bible: Matthew 3:1-6; Isaiah 40 Length: 23 min.

Preaching: Ben ConachanWhat is it to be a community? What binds people together? Over the ages, we humans have tried many answers to these questions—shared enemies, religious belief and ritual, political allegiance, common heritage, charismatic leaders and more. In times of instability, change and division, like our own, the questions take on a new life, as we wonder how we can imagine a common life together in a time of such division. In this series on the book of Matthew, we'll explore how this Gospel intends to shape a new community of shared life in those called to into the way of Jesus. Setting aside both empire and religious tradition, Jesus subverts king and kingdom with the open invitation to the kindom of God.Pearl Church exists to express a sacred story and to extend a common table that animate life by love. A primary expression of our sacred story is the weekly sermon. If our sermons inspire you to ponder the sacred, to consider the mystery and love of God, and to live bountifully, would you consider supporting our work? You can donate easily and securely at our website: pearlchurch.org. Thank you for partnering with us in expressing this sacred story.

Tune in this week for part two as Pastor Erick Willis continues our series through the book of Matthew, focusing on the baptism of Jesus outlined in Matthew 3:13-17.If you would like to partner with BLVD Church and what we are doing in the community, you can make an investment of support at https://blvd.church/give

In Matthew 3:17 God consecrates His Son. Here Dr. Mitchell says, Jesus is the ground of His Father's delight.In Mt. 4:1-4, we see the temptation of the Son of God, the Messiah, Jesus. Our Savior was tested as a man, as the Messiah, and finally as God.Dr. Mitchell says, Jesus successfully proved His moral right to the throne. He points out,-- these 3 temptations are the same temptations Adam and Eve faced in the Garden of Eden. Dr. Mitchell says, We are all tested by temptations as to the grace of God, the Word of God, and the Person of God. Jesus' temptations show the Savior utilizing the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. After each temptation by the devil, Jesus quotes Scripture to deflect that temptation and to confront the devil with the truth.Here on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast, is Dr. Mitchell, Matthew 3:17.

Dr. Mitchell continues with Mt.3:10-17 which heralds the coming of the King. John confronts the Pharisees and Sadducees as religious leaders needing to repent concerning their lack of relationship to the Savior and accept Him. The phrase, 'the baptism of the Holy Spirit' is found in the NT only seven times. Dr. Mitchell makes mention of the three kinds of baptisms written about in the New Testament.Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan river. At this baptism, Jesus identifies Himself with the nation of Israel, thus fulfilling all righteousness. Dr. Mitchell gives us three reasons why the sinless Jesus needed to be baptized. At this baptism, we can hear the voice of God the Father to His Son, "This is My Beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased." God both identifies & commends His Son for all to hear.Here is Dr. Mitchell on the Unchanging Word Bible broadcast, Matthew 3:10.

Matthew chapter 3 verses 1 thru 10 will be looking at John the Baptist, as he is presented by Matthew. This man came both preaching and baptizing. He preached repentance and the coming of the kingdom which was at hand. He was preparing the way for the coming of the King, who was Jesus. Matthew makes note of the fact that this John the Baptist, in verse 3, is the one Isaiah prophesied about. So Matthew quotes Isaiah 40 verse 3. From a total of 62 quotes from the Old Testament, found in Matthew, this the 6th one so far.Dr. Mitchell shares how John the Baptist confronts the religious leaders of his day. He wanted them to show real repentance, not mere empty profession.Let's turn to Matthew chapter 3 verse one with Dr. Mitchell, here on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast.

Aug 10, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThinking Through The QuestionsMatthew 3:13-171. What does it look like to be missional? v. 132. Why does Jesus get baptized? Four reasons Jesus gets baptized… a) identifies with the people b) submits to the will of the Father c) practices what He preaches- Matthew 28:18-20 d) to fulfill all righteousness   Two ways… 1) confirms John as the forerunner to the Messiah 2) confirms Jesus as the Messiah • Isaiah 42:1 • Acts 8:30-353. What are my real needs?, v. 17Our three biggest needs… a) identity- “This is my son…" b) affection- …whom I love…" Could we with ink the ocean fill and were the skies of parchment made,  were ev'ry stalk on earth a quill and ev'ry man a scribe by trade,  to write the love of God above would drain the ocean dry;  nor could the scroll contain the whole, tho' stretched from sky to sky.  • Disbelief- the inability to accept something as true • Unbelief- the unwillingness to believec) acceptance- “...with whom I am well pleased.” Three back to school questions… 1) “In God, who's word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh (people) do to me?” - Psalm 56:4 2) “The Lord is my light and my salvation whom shall I fear: The Lord is the stronghold of my life: of whom shall I be afraid?”  - Psalm 27:1 1) Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.”  - Psalm 42:5Mental worship… 1. If un-seized time flow to your weakness, where does your unseized time most often go? 2. Which is bigger, your “from” or your “to?”  3. Have you ever been baptized? Why did you or why haven't you?  4. Are you more guilty of disbelief or unbelief?  5. Where were you when you really understood the love of God for what it is?  6. Who's acceptance do you probably want too much?

Tune in this week as Pastor Erick Willis continues our series through the book of Matthew, focusing on the baptism of Jesus outlined in Matthew 3:13-17.If you would like to partner with BLVD Church and what we are doing in the community, you can make an investment of support at https://blvd.church/give

Aug 3, 2025GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist Church The Kingdom And The Power ThereofMatthew 3:1-12Purpose of Matthew a) tell the story of Jesus b) apologetic and evangelistic c) explore the reality of the Kingdom  d) catechetical- to teach the truths of Christianity and their ethical implications1. The proportionality of repentance, v. 1-3The Kingdom of heaven/God is best understood by two words… a) reign b) realm2. The requirement of baptism, v. 4-10 a) confession, v. 6 b) demonstration, v. 7-9Repentance is a change of mind and actions wherein we cease our approval of wickedness (in others) and justification of bad behavior (in self). It is foremost a decisive reorientation of one's life away from the self and toward the Lord. But this subsequent repentance flows from and confirms the initial act wherein we realize our desperate state, admit our need of pardon and come to Jesus in a childlike manner.c) sanctification, v.10“Sanctification is a progressive work of God and man that makes us more and more free from sin and like Christ in our actual lives.”            -Wayne Grudem, Systematic TheologyGalatians 5:22-24“Repentance is an inward matter, which has its seat in the heart and soul, but afterwards yields its fruits in a change of life.”            - John Calvin3. The moreness of Jesus' baptism., v. 11-12-Romans 8:9-11a) Holy Spirit- the person of Godb) fire- the power of GodMental worship… 1. Do you spend more time asking God to bless your will or submitting to His? 2. How would you describe the Kingdom of God in one sentence? 3. What do you point to on the outside that is proof that you have been changed on the inside? 4. What do you walk away wanting to think more about this morning? 5. Which do you seek more often, forgiveness or fire? 6. How do you keep your love for God from getting cold?

Tune in this week as Pastor Westley continues our series through the book of Matthew, focusing on Matthew 3:11-12.If you would like to partner with BLVD Church and what we are doing in the community, you can make an investment of support at https://blvd.church/give

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Jesus' baptism was not for repentance but for identification. Through His baptism, Jesus deliberately identified Himself with key truths and people, laying the foundation for His public ministry and ultimate mission. As Jesus identified publicly with God's plan, we must identify with Him publicly—refusing to compromise, even in a world that rejects Him (Luke 9:23–26; 1 John 2:28). Identity is the starting point for destiny. Both Jesus and Satan have a plan for your life, but each begins with how you see yourself. Your identity determines your destiny. True identity is found in Christ—when you see yourself as God sees you, you can live out the destiny He designed. When we stand with Him publicly and reject Satan's lies, we live out God's plan with confidence, hope, and purpose.

Jesus' baptism was not for repentance but for identification. Through His baptism, Jesus deliberately identified Himself with key truths and people, laying the foundation for His public ministry and ultimate mission. As Jesus identified publicly with God's plan, we must identify with Him publicly—refusing to compromise, even in a world that rejects Him (Luke 9:23–26; 1 John 2:28).  Identity is the starting point for destiny. Both Jesus and Satan have a plan for your life, but each begins with how you see yourself. Your identity determines your destiny. True identity is found in Christ—when you see yourself as God sees you, you can live out the destiny He designed. When we stand with Him publicly and reject Satan's lies, we live out God's plan with confidence, hope, and purpose.

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Last week, we looked at repentance - but what is the fruit of repentance?Tune in this week as Pastor Westley continues our series through the book of Matthew, focusing on Matthew 3:7-10.If you would like to partner with BLVD Church and what we are doing in the community, you can make an investment of support at https://blvd.church/give

Send us a text****Read the New Testament in a Year with me in 2025 right here on the podcast!***Bible Verses of the Week: Matthew 6:12-13Welcome to the podcast Move Forth With Grace!  We will be reading the New Testament in a year.  This is such a perfect way to get into God's Word each day and to develop your own relationship with God our Father through His Son Jesus Christ. I am your host Angela and want to first of all say that I am not an expert in Theology or Church History or a Minister and I never will claim to be.  I am a  wife and mother who has been reborn and want to be of service to God in gratitude for calling me back home. Welcome to the Podcast! The Bible that I will be reading from is the English Standard Version Study Bible.  You can find one at www.crossway.org.Thank you for being here....thank you for becoming less like you and more like Jesus.May you Move Forth with Grace today!Love, Angela One of the most important things that we can be doing is teaching our children about the Bible and helping them to develop a Biblical Worldview.  The way that we are doing this in our family is by using My Father's World Curriculum in our homeschool.  For more information on that, please go to https://www.mfwbooks.comTo learn more about my story and the products that I love to use daily, please go to my website:www.move-forth.comThe Holy Roast Coffee  Pro Life Blend: https://theholyroastco.com/products/pro-life-blendPlease donate today to save unborn souls!https://preborn.comI am reading the ESV Study Bible in 2025: Get your copy today if you would like to read along...this is not required of coursehttps://www.crossway.org/bibles/Connect with me on social media or send a prayer request to me on my website here:https://campsite.bio/moveforthBible Teachers that I recommend:Mike Winger on https://biblethinker.org/meet-mike/Dr. Chuck Missler on www.khouse.orgNancy Missler on www.kingshighway.orgDale Partridge on www.relearn.orgChuck Smith on http://www.pastorchuck.org/RC Sproul Eschatology Playlist:https://youtu.be/n22MRa0P6_I?si=Aw53nQLSteu6T3-ASupport the show

Repentance. What is it? Is it necessary?Tune in this week as Pastor Westley continues our series through the book of Matthew, focusing on repentance.If you would like to partner with BLVD Church and what we are doing in the community, you can make an investment of support at https://blvd.church/give

One word lit the desert on fire — REPENT.Before Jesus stepped into the public eye, God sent a wild, raw, untamed man to prepare the way: John the Baptist.He wasn't soft. He wasn't safe. He didn't suggest.He commanded: REPENT — for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.This episode is an unapologetic deep-dive into the forgotten power of repentance:

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2 Kings 18; 19 Psalms 5-7; 40 Matthew 3-4

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A Prequel to Seek First - The Sermon on The Mount - Matthew 5-7

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In this sermon entitled "The Engine That Drives Behavior," Pastor Brandon unpacks the bold message of John the Baptist in Matthew 3:5–12, calling the nation of Israel to genuine repentance. But repentance wasn't just about sorrow or surface-level change—it was a radical call to change their thinking about the deeply ingrained teachings of Rabbinic Judaism. John confronts the false assumptions that had taken root: - That being Jewish guaranteed entrance into the Kingdom. - That the Messiah would affirm their traditions. - That external law-keeping was enough for righteousness. - That salvation could be earned or inherited by Israel through "the merits of the fathers." - That Gentiles had to convert to Judaism and keep the Noahic laws to be saved. - That there were multiple ways to be spiritually reborn and none of them included how Jesus explained it. John's call to repentance challenged Israel to abandon these theological distortions from the rabbis and recognize their need for Messiah—the Lamb of God. This repentance was not theoretical. In Luke 3:10–14, John outlines what true repentance looks like: justice, integrity, generosity, and contentment—right belief producing right behavior. True change doesn't start with action—it starts with conviction, with the truth renewing the mind. This message explores how belief (change of one's mind in relationship to truth) is the engine that drives godly behavior, and how embracing God's truth transforms not just what we believe—but how we live.

In this sermon entitled "The Engine That Drives Behavior," Pastor Brandon unpacks the bold message  of John the Baptist in Matthew 3:5–12, calling the nation of Israel to genuine repentance. But repentance wasn't just about sorrow or surface-level change—it was a radical call to change  their thinking about the deeply ingrained teachings of Rabbinic Judaism. John confronts the false assumptions that had taken root: - That being Jewish guaranteed entrance into the Kingdom. - That the Messiah would affirm their traditions. - That external law-keeping was enough for righteousness. - That salvation could be earned or inherited by Israel through “the merits of the fathers.” - That Gentiles had to convert to Judaism and keep the Noahic laws to be saved. - That there were multiple ways to be spiritually reborn and none of them included how Jesus explained it.  John's call to repentance challenged Israel to abandon these theological distortions from the rabbis  and recognize their need for Messiah—the Lamb of God. This repentance was not theoretical. In Luke 3:10–14, John outlines what true repentance looks like:  justice, integrity, generosity, and contentment—right belief producing right behavior. True change doesn't start with action—it starts with conviction, with the truth renewing the mind. This message explores how belief (change of one's mind in relationship to truth) is the engine  that drives godly behavior, and how embracing God's truth transforms not just what we believe—but how we live.

Journey with us through Matthew 3 at Into the Word, a radio and online program committed to reading, loving, and living the whole Counsel of God. In this program we will work our way chapter by chapter through the whole Bible. Our host and Bible teacher for this adventure is Pastor Paul Carter. If you are interested in additional resources or previous episodes in the series, you can find those at https://intotheword.ca/. If you would like to support the program or our monthly mission partner, you can do so at https://intotheword.ca/how-to-support-the-into-the-word-podcast-bible-commentary. To connect with our Bible readers and Into the Word listeners, connect with us on Facebook at https://facebook.com/In2theWord

Today’s Bible Verse: "This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’" - Matthew 3:3 “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ MEET OUR HOSTS at https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this powerful message from Matthew 3:1–12, we unpack the real purpose behind John the Baptist's ministry—and how it demanded a radical shift in Israel's perspective. John wasn't just calling for personal reflection—he was announcing the soon arrival of YHWH and the literal, physical, Messianic Kingdom promised to Israel. This wasn't some vague Greco-Roman idea of an inner kingdom in the heart. It was a national, earthly reign just as the prophets foretold. John's baptism symbolized a public commitment to believe God's message and accept the Messiah when He appeared. It pointed forward to the cleansing and forgiveness God would offer through Jesus (cf. Ezekiel 36:25–27; Zechariah 13:1). Those who believed John's message were spiritually prepared for the coming of Christ. This sermon invites you to reconsider your own perspective. Are you seeing reality clearly—or through the wrong lens?

In this powerful message from Matthew 3:1–12, we unpack the real purpose behind John the Baptist's ministry—and how it demanded a radical shift in Israel's perspective. John wasn't just calling for personal reflection—he was announcing the soon arrival of YHWH and the literal, physical, Messianic Kingdom promised to Israel. This wasn't some vague Greco-Roman idea of an inner kingdom in the heart. It was a national, earthly reign just as the prophets foretold. John's baptism symbolized a public commitment to believe God's message and accept the Messiah when He appeared. It pointed forward to the cleansing and forgiveness God would offer through Jesus (cf. Ezekiel 36:25–27; Zechariah 13:1). Those who believed John's message were spiritually prepared for the coming of Christ. This sermon invites you to reconsider your own perspective. Are you seeing reality clearly—or through the wrong lens?

Matthew - The King has Come "John The Baptizer, No One Greater" (Matthew 3:1-17) Sermon Notes June 8, 2025 David Miller • Membership & Missions Pastor   Presented by McGregor Podcast 2025 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com

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