Jesus Begins His Ministry – Learn About Christ, The Man From Galilee Who was Jesus, the man from Galilee? In Matthew 4:23-25, we see the beginning of His incredible ministry. As Jesus begins His ministry, He travels throughout Galilee, teaching in synagogues, preaching the good news of the Kingdom. And, He heals many of the […]
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Jesus Explains Fasting to Religious Leaders
Bible Study Lesson, Matthew 9:14-17 What is fasting ? Why do people fast?Jesus explains fasting to the religious leaders in this Bible study lesson from Matthew. What did Jesus say about fasting? There are lots of variations of how to fast, and why. Fasting is a tradition passed on by many religions and cultures and […]
See MoreWhy Did Jesus Eat with Sinners? Matthew the Tax Collector
Why did Jesus choose to eat with sinners, especially Matthew the tax collector? In this Bible study lesson from Matthew 9:9-13, we’ll see how Jesus broke social and religious barriers. He welcomed those who were often rejected by mainstream religious groups. First of all, Jesus knew that sinners needed God the most. So, by sharing […]
See MoreFishermen Follow Jesus – Christ Chooses His Disciples
Today, find how the fishermen followed Jesus in Matthew 4:18-22. When Jesus called out, “Follow me,” Simon (also known as Peter), Andrew, James, and John immediately left their nets and followed Him. This event marks the beginning of Jesus’ ministry and the calling of His first disciples. Read this Bible study lesson to learn more […]
See MoreJesus Preaches In Galilee – Study Lesson from Matthew 4
Jesus Preaches In Galilee – Where Did Christ’s Ministry Begin? In this Bible study lesson from Matthew 4:12-17, we take a look at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry. After John the Baptist baptized Jesus, he was taken into custody, Jesus traveled to Galilee, where He began preaching a message of repentance and hope. Though His […]
See MoreJesus Heals The Paralyzed Man
In this lesson from Matthew 9, we read the story of how Jesus heals a paralyzed man. But there’s so much more to it than just the miracle. It’s a powerful moment that shows not only Jesus’ ability to heal physically, but also His power to forgive sins. So, this event really caught the religious […]
See MoreJesus Drives Demons Into Pigs – Casting Out Demons
Right after calming the storm, Jesus and His disciples arrive in the region of the Gadarenes, where they’re met by two demon-possessed men. These men are so violent that no one dares to pass by. But when they see Jesus, the demons instantly recognize His authority. They know they’re no match for Him and beg […]
See MoreTemptation of Christ – How to Avoid Temptation
We don’t normally think about Jesus as being subject to temptation. But, the Bible tells us that the temptation of Christ happened when He went into the wilderness. The good news is that Jesus won in the end – we did too! Today, we’ll look at Matthew 4:5-11, where Jesus faces temptation in the wilderness. […]
See MoreJesus is Baptized by John the Baptist – Baptism of Jesus Christ
In the verses from Matthew 3:13-17, we see the baptism of Jesus Christ. In brief, this Scripture passage tells how Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist marking the beginning of Christ’s ministry. And, we see a clear appearance of the Trinity. But, exactly what is the Trinity of God? I don’t propose to know […]
See MoreJesus Calms the Storm – “Why Are You Afraid?”
You’ve probably heard these Bible messages about how Jesus calmed the storm. It is no doubt an amazing miracle. But, this Scripture reading from Matthew 8:23-27 is not just about calming a storm. It’s a story about faith and discovering the truth about Jesus Christ. The disciples were terrified and doubted their safety, despite Jesus […]
See MoreWhen is the Best Time to Follow Christ? What Following Christ Really Means
Jesus calls us to follow Him. These verses challenge us to examine what it truly means to be a disciple. But, sometimes following Christ requires sacrifice. As we reflect on this passage, let’s consider the cost of discipleship and our own commitment to Christ. These passages include fear and partly about faith – or the […]
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