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The Foretelling: Jesus Predicts His Own Death
Posted on August 6, 2016December 28, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Jesus Predicts His Own Death: A Short Matthew Bible Lesson

Have you ever misunderstood God’s plan because it felt too hard or too painful? In Matthew 16, Jesus speaks about His coming suffering, death, and resurrection. What follows is one of the most surprising conversations in the Gospels—and a powerful reminder of what it truly means to follow Christ. During His three years of ministry, […]

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Peter Recognizes Jesus as Messiah - Matthew 6
Posted on July 30, 2016December 21, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Peter Recognizes Jesus as Messiah

What if Jesus looked you in the eye today and asked, “Who do you say that I am?” That question is just as powerful now as it was on a dusty road in Caesarea Philippi. In this Matthew Bible lesson, we find the moment Peter recognizes Jesus as Messiah—and why that confession still matters for […]

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Beware the Leaven: Jesus Warns of Wrong Teaching (Matthew 16:5–12)
Posted on July 23, 2016November 2, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Jesus Warns of Wrong Teaching in Matthew 16

Beware the Leaven: Jesus Warns of Wrong Teaching (Matthew 16:5–12) A tiny bit of yeast changes a whole loaf. In the same way, a small wrong idea can shape many lives. This short Matthew Bible lesson tells why Jesus warns of wrong teaching — and what that means for us today. What Jesus Said — […]

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What Did Jesus Say About Looking for Signs? | Matthew 16:1–4
Posted on July 17, 2016October 19, 2025 by Bob Pardue

What Did Jesus Say about Looking for Signs? | Matthew 16 Bible Lesson

What Did Jesus Say About Looking for Signs? | Matthew 16:1–4 Have you ever asked God for a sign? Maybe you’ve prayed, “Lord, if You’re really there, please show me.” Many of us long for proof—something we can see or touch—to strengthen our faith. But in this Matthew Bible lesson, Jesus teaches that faith goes […]

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What Did Jesus Say About Prejudice? A Matthew Bible Lesson on Faith and Compassion
Posted on July 9, 2016October 5, 2025 by Bob Pardue

What Did Jesus Say about Prejudice? | Matthew 15 Bible Lesson

What Did Jesus Say About Prejudice? A Matthew Bible Lesson on Faith and Compassion Have you ever wondered how far back in history you’d have to go to find prejudice? In the Book of Matthew, we discover that it existed even during the time of Jesus. But more importantly, what did Jesus say about prejudice? […]

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What Did Jesus Say about Purity? Bible Lesson from Matthew
Posted on July 5, 2016September 28, 2025 by Bob Pardue

What Did Jesus Say about Purity? Matthew Bible Lesson

What Did Jesus Say about Purity? Bible Lesson from Matthew This Matthew Bible lesson reminds us that true purity is not about outward appearances or traditions. Instead, it’s about the purity of the heart—what flows from our words and actions. In Matthew 15:1-20, Jesus challenges the Pharisees and teaches us what really makes a person […]

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Jesus Walks on Water – Peter Walks with Christ in This Matthew Bible Lesson
Posted on July 1, 2016September 14, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Jesus Walks on Water – Matthew Bible Lesson on Faith

Jesus Walks on Water – Peter Walks with Christ in This Matthew Bible Lesson Can you picture it? The disciples are stuck in a storm, waves crashing, wind howling—when suddenly they see Jesus walking on water. It’s one of the most well-known Bible miracles, and it’s packed with lessons about faith, courage, and trust in […]

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Jesus Feeds 5,000 People – A Matthew Bible Lesson
Posted on June 26, 2016August 31, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Jesus Feeds Five Thousand People – Bible Miracles

Jesus Feeds 5,000 People – A Matthew Bible Lesson Throughout the Old and New Testament, we see countless miracles. But one of the most memorable to me is when Jesus feeds 5,000 people with just five loaves and two fishes. This story, found in Matthew, is often called the “Feeding of the 5,000.” It’s an […]

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Herod Kills John the Baptist – Matthew 14:1-12
Posted on June 23, 2016August 17, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Herod Kills John the Baptist– A Matthew Bible Lesson on Courage and Peer Pressure

Herod Kills John the Baptist – Matthew 14:1-12 What would you give your niece or nephew for a birthday gift? For Herod, this “gift” turned into something tragic. In this Matthew Bible lesson, we see how Herod kills John the Baptist because of pride and peer pressure. This reminds us of how quickly fear of […]

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Why Was Jesus Rejected in Nazareth? A Bible Study from Matthew 13:53–58
Posted on June 16, 2016August 3, 2025 by Bob Pardue

Nazareth Rejects Jesus | Why Was Jesus Rejected in Nazareth?

Why Was Jesus Rejected in Nazareth? A Bible Study from Matthew 13:53–58 Have you ever noticed how hard it is to be taken seriously in your hometown? That’s exactly what happened when Jesus returned to Nazareth. This Matthew Bible lesson shows a powerful moment when Jesus, after performing miracles and sharing the gospel far and […]

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What Is Heaven Really Like? Jesus Describes the Kingdom of Heaven
Posted on June 13, 2016July 20, 2025 by Bob Pardue

What is Heaven Really Like? Jesus Explains the Kingdom of Heaven

What Is Heaven Really Like? Jesus Describes the Kingdom of Heaven Many people wonder: What is Heaven really like? It’s a question that has intrigued believers for centuries. While we won’t know every detail until we get there, Jesus gave us some amazing insights through His parables. Learn what Jesus said about Heaven in this […]

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