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Summary
In this Matthew exposition, Zac Poonen explains Jesus' introduction of the Church as a called-out assembly of believers (not a building or denomination), built by Christ alone on the confession of His identity. He explores the authority Jesus gave to the Church regarding spiritual binding and loosing, the power of united prayer between believers, Jesus' teaching on marriage and divorce, and the principle that reward depends on attitude rather than length of service.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What does it mean when Jesus says 'I will build my church'?Jesus introduces the word church for the first time in Scripture to mean a group of people called out from the world to belong to heaven.
Upon what rock is the church built?Jesus builds His church upon the rock of Peter's confession that Christ is the Son of the living God, and grants the keys of the kingdom.
The local church and spiritual authorityIn Matthew 18, Jesus speaks about the local church, church discipline regarding unrepentant sin, and the authority to bind satanic activities on earth in agreement.Matthew 18:17
What does Jesus teach about marriage and divorce?Jesus rules out divorce completely except in the case of immorality, emphasizing God's original intent for marriage.
The parable of the laborers in the vineyardThrough the parable of the workers receiving the same pay regardless of hours worked, Jesus teaches that service to God should not be based on contracts for reward.Matthew 20:1–16
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkeyFulfilling prophecy, Jesus rides a donkey into Jerusalem to model humility and simplicity, completely rejecting worldly pomp and financial exploitation.
When does Jesus get angry?Jesus never gets angry when personally insulted, but He shows fierce anger when people make money in the name of God.
Jesus warns against the hypocrisy of the PhariseesIn Matthew 23, Jesus strongly rebukes the Pharisees, warning of judgment because their primary sin is trying to appear outwardly good while inwardly corrupt.
What does Matthew 24 say about the return of Jesus?Jesus outlines signs preceding His return and teaches that He will gather His people immediately after the tribulation, refuting secret coming doctrines.
Jesus in Gethsemane and His resurrectionJesus asks His disciples to pray with Him under immense pressure, and Matthew concludes with the glorious truth of His resurrection and the Great Commission.
Visit our website for more information: www.cfcindia.com
Summary
In this Matthew exposition, Zac Poonen explains Jesus' introduction of the Church as a called-out assembly of believers (not a building or denomination), built by Christ alone on the confession of His identity. He explores the authority Jesus gave to the Church regarding spiritual binding and loosing, the power of united prayer between believers, Jesus' teaching on marriage and divorce, and the principle that reward depends on attitude rather than length of service.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
What does it mean when Jesus says 'I will build my church'?Jesus introduces the word church for the first time in Scripture to mean a group of people called out from the world to belong to heaven.
Upon what rock is the church built?Jesus builds His church upon the rock of Peter's confession that Christ is the Son of the living God, and grants the keys of the kingdom.
The local church and spiritual authorityIn Matthew 18, Jesus speaks about the local church, church discipline regarding unrepentant sin, and the authority to bind satanic activities on earth in agreement.Matthew 18:17
What does Jesus teach about marriage and divorce?Jesus rules out divorce completely except in the case of immorality, emphasizing God's original intent for marriage.
The parable of the laborers in the vineyardThrough the parable of the workers receiving the same pay regardless of hours worked, Jesus teaches that service to God should not be based on contracts for reward.Matthew 20:1–16
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkeyFulfilling prophecy, Jesus rides a donkey into Jerusalem to model humility and simplicity, completely rejecting worldly pomp and financial exploitation.
When does Jesus get angry?Jesus never gets angry when personally insulted, but He shows fierce anger when people make money in the name of God.
Jesus warns against the hypocrisy of the PhariseesIn Matthew 23, Jesus strongly rebukes the Pharisees, warning of judgment because their primary sin is trying to appear outwardly good while inwardly corrupt.
What does Matthew 24 say about the return of Jesus?Jesus outlines signs preceding His return and teaches that He will gather His people immediately after the tribulation, refuting secret coming doctrines.
Jesus in Gethsemane and His resurrectionJesus asks His disciples to pray with Him under immense pressure, and Matthew concludes with the glorious truth of His resurrection and the Great Commission.
