Matthew
The name "Matthew" is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name "Mattithiah," which means "gift of Yahweh" or "gift of God." In the New Testament, Matthew is one of the twelve apostles and is traditionally credited with the authorship of the Gospel of Matthew, which presents the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. His Gospel emphasizes Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, portraying Him as the Messiah and King, which aligns with the significance of Matthew's name as a divine gift.Matthew is also referred to as Levi in Mark 2:14 and Luke 5:27, indicating a possible background as a tax collector before following Jesus. His vocation would have placed him in a contentious position within Jewish society, yet his calling to discipleship illustrates the transformative power of Christ's ministry. The Gospel of Matthew opens with a genealogy that connects Jesus to Abraham and David, underscoring the Jewish heritage and the divine promise fulfilled through Jesus, further enhancing the meaning of Matthew's name as a representation of God’s gift to humanity.
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Matthew - Part 1
By Zac Poonen2.2K55:44EXO 20:1MAT 1:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living according to the principles of the kingdom of heaven on earth. He encourages believers to serve one another and to be willing to sacrifice their lives for Jesus' sake. The speaker also highlights the significance of publicly appreciating others, as Jesus did, and the humility required to receive blessings from God. The sermon concludes with a call to be humble and dependent on God, seeking His power, love, and purity in order to effectively serve and build His church.
Gospel According to Matthew Iii
By Stephen Kaung1.3K1:10:01MAT 24:1MAT 24:37MAT 25:31REV 4:1REV 5:9REV 20:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the themes of creation and redemption in the book of Revelation. He explains that after completing redemption, Jesus ascended to heaven and received the title deed of the world from God. The preacher emphasizes that God has never given up ownership of the world, despite Satan's usurpation. The sermon also discusses the parables of the kingdom of heaven, highlighting the importance of being prepared for the return of the Son of Man and the final judgment.
Gospel According to Matthew Ii
By Stephen Kaung1.4K1:16:39MAT 5:3MAT 13:1MAT 13:10In this sermon, the preacher discusses the parable of the woman who mixed leaven into three measures of meal. He explains that traditionally, this parable is interpreted as a representation of the growth of Christianity. However, the preacher argues that a closer reading reveals that God actually has the opposite intention. The three measures of meal symbolize the meal offering to God, and the leaven represents something evil. The preacher then goes on to discuss other parables, such as the parable of the net and the parable of the wheat and the tares, emphasizing the importance of understanding the parable of the sower as the foundation for understanding all the other parables.
Matthew - Part 2
By Zac Poonen2.0K58:22MAT 16:6MAT 16:16EPH 1:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power of memory and the human brain as the original computer. He explains that our memory stores every single thing we have done and said since birth. The speaker also highlights the ease of changing external forms and rituals without true transformation of the heart. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the importance of faith, works, and the words we speak, as they will ultimately justify or condemn us on the day of judgment.