Sermon Schedule for July

sunday, june 29

  when temples are violated

Matthew 21:1-27


Typically we read the story of “The Triumphal Entry” on Palm Sunday. But what is going on when Jesus enters the city and promptly cleanses the temple? What does this text say about Jesus?


sunday, july 6

sons and tenants

Matthew 21:28-46


Jesus tells two parables of judgment, directed at the Jewish religious leaders. In them, he pronounces God’s judgment against them, but also shows that with his coming Israel’s true fulfilment is at hand. We will share in the Lord’s Supper seated in the pews this Lord’s Day.

sunday, july 13
the wedding feast

Matthew 22:1-14


In another parable of judgment and grace, Jesus says something about the way the Kingdom of God is revealed to the world, and how it will be in history.


sunday, july 20

taxes

Matthew 22:15-22


Jesus addresses an issue pertinent in every time and place, paying taxes to the state. What does Jesus say about paying taxes to a pagan world empire bent on domination? What does he say about the Christian’s relationship to the state?

sunday, july 27

marriage and resurrection

Matthew 22:23-33


The Sadducees come to Jesus with a “trick” question about marriage and the resurrection. But they are not looking for light so much as heat. Jesus responds, and in doing so silences them.