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2 episodes with mustard seed matthew
Marty Solomon walks us through examples of radical hospitality from Abraham and the three strangers to Hadidjah welcoming him in Turkey. Radical hospitality is a way of life, reflecting God's love and generosity. Key Verses Genesis 18:1-8 (Abraham's Hospitality) [14:23] Ezekiel (referenced in the parable of the mustard seed) [45:38] Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-32) [41:57] Parable of the Yeast (Matthew 13:33) [49:56] Colossians 1:21 [01:13:59] --- About The Path --- At The Path, based out of Atlanta, Georgia, our mission is simple: “seek, save, and send.” Our goal is to save as many people as possible and teach them to do the same. Please consider sharing this message; this helps us realize our vision of creating churches that mobilize the next generation. --- Media --- YouTube: @ThePathChurchAtlanta Website: thepath.church Instagram: @jointhepath --- Music --- Intro/Outro Music: "Action" Artist: JC Muzik
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Mickey Connolly preaches from Matthew 17:14-27
This is Dave Richards looking at Matthew 13: 31-35 from our 10am service on Sunday 15 September 2024. This is part of our series looking at the "Stories of the Kingdom".
Jesus teaches His disciples the parable of the mustard seed. It is the smallest of all seeds, and yet it grows into a tree. The birds of the air nest in its branches. What is the meaning of this parable? Listen, and then share this sermon with your family and friends.
The Parables of Jesus in Modern Interpretation Jesus of Nazareth, a seminal figure in Christian faith, is renowned not just as a spiritual guide and savior but also an unmatched storyteller. Using simple, everyday illustrations, he tackled complex theological and moral conundrums. His parables, varied and compelling tales, have engaged theologians, scholars, and ordinary people for centuries, revealing the multifaceted dimensions of spiritual truth. While their inherent messages endure over time, they possess a dynamic quality that allows for modern interpretation and application to contemporary issues. Intriguingly, parables were a distinctive hallmark of Jesus's teaching method. Sublime in their simplicity yet profound in their implications, these stories brought forth a transformative approach to understanding spiritual and ethical principles. Remarkably, parables are more than mere allegories or metaphors. In essence, they engage the listener or reader on multiple levels, encouraging introspection, inquiry, and, sometimes, inviting controversy and debate. The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) constitutes a prime example that remarkably corresponds to modern-day discourses on ethnicity, nationality, and racial harmony. It tells of a man, presumably a Jew, who was assaulted and left half-dead by the roadside. A priest and a Levite, despite being of the same ethnic group and religious lineage, pass by without assisting. It is a Samaritan, viewed with disdain and prejudice by Jews of the time, who stops to help the victim compassionately. This parable invites us, as contemporary readers, to challenge our prejudices and redefine our understanding of 'neighbor'. It underlines the mandate to show mercy across ethnic, national, and social boundaries, a message of utmost relevance in today's era of increasing social fragmentation. Another compelling tale is the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32), which beautifully encapsulates the concepts of sin, repentance, and divine forgiveness. In this narrative, a younger son squanders his inheritance prematurely, lives a debauched life, and ultimately lands in destitution. Recognizing his misstep, he returns home, prepared to accept the status of a servant. However, his father, filled with mercy, welcomes him warmly and even arranges a celebratory feast. This provokes resentment in the elder son, who had always been obedient. The father gently reminds the elder that all he has is his, while the rejoicing was due to the lost son's return. A modern interpretation could address issues like the tendency to judge others, the apportioning of blame, and the exploration of repentance, grace, and second chances. Moreover, it fosters the discussion on familial relationships and addresses the destructive nature of envy and pride, sentiments exacerbated in the modern world due to the 'highlight reel' culture of social media. The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3-23) provides a metaphor on disseminating 'the word of the kingdom' and the varied responses it garners. The sower sows seeds on different types of ground: the path, rocky places, thorns, and good soil – each representing a type of listener. Through this parable, we can reflect on how we receive the Word of God in an era overwhelmed with information and knowledge. Are we too distracted or hardened by the complexities and challenges of the modern world to genuinely engage with and act upon those heavenly insights? Each parable unravels the spiritual truths of our human existence - they provide guidelines on how to navigate life's turbulences faithfully and morally. The Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-32) embodies the power of faith in bringing about change in our individual lives and society. The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Matthew 18:21-35) issues a profound reminder about forgiveness in an age where individuals often harbor resentment and grudges. In conclusion, while the parables were birthed in a cultural and historical context vastly different from our own, they transcend these boundaries through their timeless wisdom. They act as mirrors, reflecting our societal norms, personal shortcomings, and spiritual struggles. The modern interpretations are countless, each offering renewed perspectives enlightening our understanding of faith, morality, benevolence, humility, perseverance, and love. Indeed, the Parables of Jesus continue to provide a crucial moral and spiritual compass guiding us through today's contemporary world immersed in constant evolution.
Reading Matthew 17:14-23 where Jesus casts out a demon, and in the midst of this act we see the lack of faith among Jesus' disciples and the people around them. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!
CURRENT SERMON SERIES: They accused Jesus of being a radical. His message was too subversive, his influence too dangerous, his ideas just too extreme. This radical must be stopped, they said, before he changes everything. They were right. Jesus really was a radical. But he wasn't a dangerous extremist. He was simply calling people back to the roots of their faith. The word radical comes from the Latin, radix, meaning roots. To be a radical isn't to wander off to the extreme edges, but to return to the roots or the source of one's beliefs. Jesus was a radical who believed that by returning to the source—to God—we could actually change the world. In this series, we'll explore some of Jesus' most radical parables that return us to our roots—back to the source—and offer us a blueprint for how to radically transform the world around us.
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Date: 9 July 2023 Speaker: Michael Ferguson
The Mustard Seed - Matthew 13.31-32 - Pastor Mike Elliott
Sermon Passages and Notes: Faith Like a Mustard Seed Matthew 13:24-43 Summary of the Sermon on the Mount in Two Points: • Dependence on God. • God's people assume a different stance/posture towards one another. Matthew 13:24-43 Three Parables in this Passage: The Wheat & Weeds The Mustard Seed The Leaven Dependence on God. God's people assume a different stance/posture towards one another. 1 Corinthians 3:4-9 4 For whenever someone says, “I belong to Paul,” and another, “I belong to Apollos,” are you not acting like mere humans? 5 What then is Apollos? What is Paul? They are servants through whom you believed, and each has the role the Lord has given. 6 I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. 7 So, then, neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. 8 Now he who plants and he who waters are one, and each will receive his own reward according to his own labor. 9 For we are God's coworkers. You are God's field, God's building. "You are God's field..." What am I allowing to take root in my life? God's people assume a different stance/posture towards one another. Matthew 5:43-44 43 “You have heard that it was said, Love your neighbor and hate your enemy. 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, Mathew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you. Matthew 7:1-4 1 “Do not judge, so that you won't be judged. 2 For you will be judged by the same standard with which you judge others, and you will be measured by the same measure you use. 3 Why do you look at the splinter in your brother's eye but don't notice the beam of wood in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the splinter out of your eye,' and look, there's a beam of wood in your own eye? Matthew 7:12 12 Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them, for this is the Law and the Prophets. There are going to be weeds in life.
Jesus calls his disciples from unfaithfulness to practical reliance which can be strengthened through prayer and fasting.
Today, Drew Poppleton continues our sermon series entitled "Plant-Based Theology." Jesus uses some strange metaphors to describe the Kingdom of heaven.
All throughout the stories of Jesus, Jesus is traveling from place to place proclaiming, "Turn around because the Kingdom of Heaven is here!" His whole message was built around this idea of "the Kingdom." But what is the Kingdom? What is it like? Who gets to be in it? How do I know if I'm in it? We're going to be taking the bulk of the spring of 2022 to explore what Jesus teaches us on the Kingdom!
04. To The Cross (01/30/22): The Mustard Seed [Matthew 17:14-23] - Bryan Long by Randall Church
Luke 8:4-10 Matthew 12:24 Luke 8:11-15 The seed is the word of God (Luke 8:11) Birds are the evil ones or the devil (Luke 8:12) The field is the world (Matthew 13:38) The Man/Sower is Jesus (Matthew 13:37) The Parable of the Mustard Seed - Matthew 13:31-32 The Parable of the Leaven - Matthew 13:33 The Parable of the Field - Matthew 13:44 The Parable of the Pearl of Great Price - Matthew 13:45-46 The Parable of the Dragnet - Matthew 13:47-52 The Mystery of the Kingdom - Luke 8:9-10
Luke 8:4-10 Matthew 12:24 Luke 8:11-15 The seed is the word of God (Luke 8:11) Birds are the evil ones or the devil (Luke 8:12) The field is the world (Matthew 13:38) The Man/Sower is Jesus (Matthew 13:37) The Parable of the Mustard Seed - Matthew 13:31-32 The Parable of the Leaven - Matthew 13:33 The Parable of the Field - Matthew 13:44 The Parable of the Pearl of Great Price - Matthew 13:45-46 The Parable of the Dragnet - Matthew 13:47-52 The Mystery of the Kingdom - Luke 8:9-10
Matthew 13:31-32 - - Oct 2, 2016
In this parable, Jesus describes God's kingdom as a present reality that is nonetheless small, at least for now. But the growth that is in store, is not just an increase in size; it is a realization of purpose. Make a gift to The Table: https://thetableqc.churchcenter.com/givingThank You! Read the blog for The Table: https://www.thetableqc.com/blog
This week's topic is "Faith Comes By Hearing". Romans 10:17, "So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." The Healing Room - How can words heal your body? Jesus said, "The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life" (John 6:63). Join Pastor Matthew Spencer as he teaches you how to experience God's healing power in your physical body. The Healing Room Hours: (All in-person and livestreamed on Facebook & YouTube | All Times are Mountain Time Zone) ▸ M - 9am (MT) ▸ T - 9am (MT) ▸ W - 10am (MT) ▸ R - 9am (MT) Video Content: 00:00 Welcome & Intro 00:50 God Does Not Change! 01:32 If You've Seen Me, You've Seen the Father! (The Fatherhood of God and Islam, Jesus the Son of God.) 03:38 How Can Two Walk Together Unless They Are Agreed? (Don't Reject Jesus, Follow Jesus!) 07:10 Quo Vadis? Lord Where Are You Going? 08:45 This Week's Topic - "Faith Comes By Hearing" 12:20 God's Word is a Hammer, God's Word is Like a Plow 12:57
9/40- The Parable is in the Game“I will open my mouth with a parable; I will utter hidden things, things from of old— things we have heard and known, things our ancestors have told us.”-Psalms 78:2-3 NIVWhat is a parable??? It's an earthly story with a heavenly meaning.-How Jesus taught... 55 in 4 gospels... 7 alone in Matt 13...Parable of the Sower - Matthew 13:3-8.Parable of the Weeds - Matthew 13:24-30.Parable of the Mustard Seed - Matthew 13:31-32.Parable of the Yeast - Matthew 13:33. Parable of the Hidden Treasure -Matthew 13:44.Parable of the Pearl - Matthew 13:45-46.Parable of the Fishing Net -Matthew 13:47-50.Your sport is a parable.... God can use your sport to teach you about life, faith, yourself. Ex) at a camp in Alaska... What did you learn about God?Every practice, game, workout... what did you learn about God?-Win... stay humble or the importance of every teammate.-Loss... ownership and remaining confident. Identity in Christ.-Teachable? Put into practice what you were corrected on? BD story... ran play wrong. -Hard to be humble.When we view our experience in sport as a parable from Jesus- it will transform the excitement and incorporate our faith into everything we do.Faith in Action: Today- what did you learn about Jesus?“...blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear.”-Matthew 13:10-17 NIVLet's learn what we can everyday viewing our sport as a parable- seeing and hearing what Jesus is teaching us!Amen, God bless & Go Cougs!
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Matthew 13: 31-32
Matthew Balentine continues his series on the parables of Jesus. In discussing the parable of the mustard seed, he contrasts “easy” faith and “true” faith. * * * * * Please join us in person at the Ninth Avenue Church of Christ, located in Haleyville, Alabama. You are also invited to join us through social media: Like us on Facebook | Follow us on Twitter | Follow us on Instagram The song, "Our God, He Is Alive" (from the album, "Mansions Over the Hilltop") can be purchased on iTunes at https://music.apple.com/us/album/our-god-he-is-alive/283357842?i=283358026. It is performed by Harding University Concert Choir & The Dallas Christian Adult Concert Choir.
Jesus often used parables to teach people about the kingdom of God. But the parables of Jesus are enigmatic, and modern readers find them both enlightening and confusing. In this series, we look at ten of Jesus’ most famous parables to discover what they reveal about God’s kingdom.
The sermon for the third Wednesday in Lent, March 11, 2020, preached by seminarian Joe Larson.
February 23, 2020 – Pastor Bryan Campbell
Do you ever wonder why God didn't launch his kingdom or the church with a little more...splash or an impressive debut? Trumpets, clouds parting, a single beam from heaven becoming an intense burst of light, a deafening chorus of angels...you get the point. Come to think of it, something like that took place in fields outside of Bethlehem, but the only audience was a group of shepherds. Jesus addresses the nature of God's kingdom today in two short parables, and he speaks to this very issue. If you are getting started in a relationship with God, trying to have a quiet time or seeking guidance at this point in your life, you're in the right place.Spend your first fifteen minutes of the day listening to God and responding in a personal way. This podcast will show you how and teach you in an easy to follow process.In fifteen minutes (or less) you will listen to God's word for you, reflect on it and learn to pray to God as well as carry that word with you through the rest of your day. What a perfect way to get started!The featured scripture in this episode is Matt 13:31-35. After the parable of the soils and the weeds, Jesus points to the paradox of how God chooses to start his kingdom. Not with fanfare, a lightshow, an awe-inspiring angel chorus, but in a tiny and obscure way that would be easy to miss. Mustard seed...and yeast. Tiny and unimpressive symbols that produce something unexpected compared to their humble beginnings. That's the way God works, and it humbles us with our big egos and vanity. Sure God could stage a more impressive debut, but then we would miss something important he is trying to teach us, something that will touch our hearts. Go ahead and get started listening and follow or subscribe to this podcast to hear more from God's word. You can also watch this as a video podcast on Youtube at the Word of Prayer channelGet a copy of the book Journey with Jesus: Praying Your Way through Matthew's Gospel on Amazon (or ebook)You can also plan ahead and get Book 4 (Matthew 22-28) as an Easter gift for someone or as a Lent devotional: Journey with Jesus: Praying Your Way through Matthew's Gospel - Book 4Download the helpsheet that details and demonstrates the four step process we use on First Fifteen. Additional resources at the Word of Prayer website https://word-of-prayer.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30142397)
Sometimes we, unintentionally, preach passages out of context. For this miniseries we'll be taking a look at five passages often preached out of context. We'll dive deeper in to the background of the passages and understand what the context really is and how we should be applying it in our lives and the lives of our churches. For more resources or to book Jack or Josh to speak at your church or organization, visit, EnduringLeadershipPodcast.com!
“Seed” as a Theme in the Bible 1 Peter 1:23Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the Word of God,which lives and abides for ever. Eve – her seed (Messiah) will bruise Satan’s heel (Gen. 3:15 ) Abraham – his seed will bless many nations (Genesis 12, 15)David – Messiah to be of his royal lineage (II Samuel 7, Isaiah 9) Jesus – as The Fulfillment, Gospel teachings Paul – theological – Romans 4, Galatians 3 (Abraham) Paul – practical – Galatians 5:22, Ephesians 5:9 (fruit of the Spirit) Two ‘seed’ time-scales: (i) affects all humanity (all dispensations),(ii) affects a human life. Encourages:Patience (one lifespan, future generations). Hope (fruit in a lifespan, of future generations; ‘take (God’s) long view’). Purpose (seed has levels of purpose). Asking basic questions: (i) where is the fruit? (ii) what is the fruit?Requires: Faith (required, planting is a starting point, believe that somethingwill happen, maybe …. a harvest!) Participation (our involvement; ‘planting’, ‘watering’). Three Parables of Jesus Christ about Seeds and Fruit The Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13) - Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field: 32Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof. The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13) - 1The same day went Jesus out of the house, and sat by the sea side. 2And great multitudes were gathered together unto him, so that he went into a ship, and sat; and the whole multitude stood on the shore. 3And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; 4And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up: 5Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth: 6And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away. 7And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them: 8But other fell into good ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold. The Parable of the Identifying Fruit (Matthew 7) - 16Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? 17Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. 18A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 19Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. 20Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. Let us: - Be Patient (with ourselves). - Have Hope (our lives can bear good fruit). - Purpose (fruitfulness is its own reward, but inestimable in eternal matters…..) - Ask (i) where is the fruit (“Normal Christian Life”)? (ii) what is the fruit? Let us also: -Have Faith (be a starting point, believe that one life can yield a harvest). - Participate in the work (sow the Word of God). -1 Peter 1:23 Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the Word of God, which lives and abides for ever.
As we begin a time of discernment as a church community, April Karli reminds us of our identity as Austin Mustard Seed. The parable of the mustard seed has long been a story told within our community. The seed, that was only supposed to grow into a small weed, became a tree and the birds of the air made their … Read More → The post The Parable of the Mustard Seed: Matthew 13-32 (2018.10.07) appeared first on Austin Mustard Seed.
The Parable of the Mustard Seed - Matthew 13:21-32 Pastor Jason Reynolds September 2nd, 2018
2016.08.07 - Three Lessons from the Parable of The Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-35) by Emmanuel Baptist Church
So often Christians become concerned about everything except what they should be concerned about. In the church we have folks waiting to be 'ground judges' for seed throwing. We have church members waiting to be 'weed pluckers' for our wheat fields. Christians can easily become side tracked and distracted from their duties if we do not stay focused on our responsibilities.
So often Christians become concerned about everything except what they should be concerned about. In the church we have folks waiting to be 'ground judges' for seed throwing. We have church members waiting to be 'weed pluckers' for our wheat fields. Christians can easily become side tracked and distracted from their duties if we do not stay focused on our responsibilities.
Matthew 13:31-32
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