The Despised One (part 1)
Pastor Hamilton
In a dramatic fashion, Jesus asserts his authority as the heir of God’s vineyard, the One from God and despised by his people. There is life for all who receive Jesus, and eternal death to all who reject him and his offer of salvation.
True Conversions: Reason to Rejoice!
Brian Bollon
We’re tempted to rejoice in numbers or professions, rather than patterns of true repentance and faith (conversion). Instead, we should rejoice in real conversions—nothing less—because they display God’s salvation at work.
A Missionary Heart
Pastor Hamilton
What does a missionary’s heart look like? The apostle Paul lays bare his own heart to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20.
Temple Turn-Out (part 2)
Pastor Hamilton
The religious leaders claimed to have authority, but their message was not in line with that of John or Jesus. So then, was theirs legitimate (from God) or not? Instead of endangering or incriminating themselves, they chose the cowards way out. They were out to hang Jesus, not to put the noose around their own neck.
Temple Turn-Out
Pastor Hamilton
The day before Jesus was hailed as King. What would be his first order of business as King? What pagan icon would he rip down? Where would he first strike the Roman regime?
Rejoicing Crowds, Weeping Savior
Pastor Hamilton
Jesus’ walk to Jerusalem is about to end and his passion week is about to begin. Jesus traveled through many villages and regions, but his plan was to end up in Jerusalem.
Great Expectations
Pastor Hamilton
We have a responsibility to be good stewards of the Master’s resources and live in anticipation of his soon return.
Dining with the Despised
Pastor Hamilton
Jesus came to seek and save the lost. He sought out Zaccheus, who realized his need, repented, and put his faith in Jesus.
The Blind Man’s Sight
Pastor Hamilton
Jesus knew what lay ahead (vv. 32–33), but pressed on anyway. He came to glorify the Father, and die in place of sinners. Jesus went through Jericho to reach a poor blind man just as he went through Samaria to save an adulterous woman at a well.
“We Were Once. . .”
Mark Perry
God’s grace (2:11–14) transforms our lives and gives us a zeal for obeying Jesus Christ. God’s grace demands a change in the way we live; at the same time, holy living must be grounded in God’s grace.
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