Ray Bentley - August 13, 2017 - Matthew 3:1-12
John the Baptist began preaching in the wilderness. John’s preaching centered on repentance and the Kingdom of Heaven. The word ‘repent’ means to change one’s mind and then change one’s behavior. We need to be ready. The Messiah will baptize us with the Spirit and fire!
Ray Bentley - August 20, 2017 - Matthew 3:13-17
The years of preparation are over. The Messianic mission begins! Jesus is baptized by John. On three special occasions the Father spoke from heaven: 1) At Christ’s baptism, 2) at the Transfiguration, 3) as Christ approached the Cross.
Ray Bentley - August 27, 2017 - Matthew 4:1-11
Jesus spent 40 days fasting in the wilderness being tempted by Satan. The ultimate legal battle between Jesus and the devil shows us how we overcome temptation.
Ray Bentley - September 17, 2017 - Matthew 4:11-25
Jesus teaches us to see temptation for what it Is: a lie. Replace every lie with God’s truth. The ultimate message of the Bible is God’s desire to establish His Kingdom on earth.
