The Messiah’s Mission: Introduction

Introduction:

While the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) described what life in the kingdom of God should look like, this next segment of the book of Matthew (chapters 8-12) shows us in a remarkable way how Jesus would establish that kingdom here on Earth. Step by step, we see the Messiah ushering in God’s kingdom through healing, casting out demons and powerful displays of authority over humanity, nature and the spiritual realms. As He works, Jesus gathers His disciples and empowers them to accomplish His mission as well.

This daily devotional will walk you through several chapters of Matthew, section by section. Each Sunday there will be an opportunity to respond to the sermon, which provides the primary teaching for the week. Each weekday will have a section of Scripture for you to read, sometimes from Matthew, sometimes from related texts. There will be a question or two for reflection afterwards, primarily to ask yourself what you are learning about God or yourself in this context. Finally, each Saturday there is an opportunity for you to reflect on all that you have read and learned from the week, and see where God would have you apply and share that message.

Our hope is that as you witness the Messiah’s Mission, you will be drawn to carry it on in your life, at work, at home, in your neighborhood and this church.