January 17, 2021

Jesus the Storyteller: Power of a Seed

Preacher: Joe Walser Series: Jesus The Storyteller Scripture: Matthew 13:1–9

Psalm 2:1-4, 6
Colossians 1:13-16

Our goal in the series: For you to have more....
- Matthew 13:12a

Parable: A story that uses indirect communication to subversively dismantle our wrong values and understanding of the Kingdom and changes the way we view the world (His Kingdom).

Matthew 13:1-9
1.) Upside down nature of the Kingdom
2.) Soil sample (map where you are...)
3.) The way ahead!

Upside Down

1.) Power of the Kingdom of God comes like or as a Seed
- Matthew 13:19
2.) The power of the Kingdom comes by Hearing (believing, trusting in the gospel of the Kingdom)
- Matthew 13:9

Soil Samples (where are you?)
1.) You don't understand the Kingdom
- Matthew 13:19
2.) Superficial grasp of the Kingdom
- Matthew 13:20-21
3.) Distracted experience of the Kingdom because of our idols
- Matthew 13:22
4.) Good soil hears and believes (puts into action) the seed of the gospel of the Kingdom
- Matthew 13:23

The Way Ahead
We all have closed our eyes, deafened our ears, and calloused our hearts to the gospel of the Kingdom at one time or another.
1.) What are you seeking or valuing above the Kingdom?
2.) In what ways are you missing the blessing of His Kingdom and His presence because you are distracted?
3.) When have you trusted the gospel of the Kingdom, followed, obeyed over time and saw God transform your life through it?

other sermons in this series

Apr 4

2021

Jesus The Storyteller: Easter Matters

Preacher: Joe Walser Scripture: Luke 14:15–23 Series: Jesus The Storyteller

Mar 28

2021

Jesus The Storyteller: The Conversation

Preacher: Jeff Walser Scripture: Luke 19:28–44 Series: Jesus The Storyteller

Mar 21

2021

Jesus The Storyteller: Priests and Prostitues

Preacher: Scott Ertel Scripture: Matthew 21:28–32 Series: Jesus The Storyteller