Ray Bentley - September 2, 2018 - Matthew 13:24-35
Jesus gave us several parables to explain the Kingdom of Heaven. Satan opposes the Kingdom by trying to snatch the Word from people's hearts. But Jesus warned us thorugh parables. The kingdom has both wheat and tares, like a planted field. The kingdom is like a mustard seed, like leaven, hidden treasure, and a pearl of great price. Although The Kingdom works invisibly, it's influence is felt in the visible world.
Ray Bentley - September 9, 2018 - Matthew 13:36-52
Now Jesus explains the parables. What do the tares represent? The hidden treasure, the pearl of great price, and the dragnet?
Ray Bentley - September 16, 2018 - Matthew 13:53 - 14:12
When Jesus finished teaching the parables, He went to His own country, where He was questioned and doubted. He taught us to look for the hidden treasures of God's Word. Satan begins an assault; John the Baptist is beheaded.
Ray Bentley - September 23, 2018 - Matthew 14:13-21
Compassion is the doorway to miracles. Jesus' greatest secret was His time spent with His Father. In following Jesus we need to learn the deep secret of His life and strength. He had a “secret place” of daily intimacy with the Father. Our purpo...
