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Redemptive History New Testament Sermons
Matthew
Matthew Chapter 1: God's Faithfulness Revealed Through the Genealogy of Redemptive History
1. The Beginning of Redemptive History: Jesus Christ, Descendant of Abraham and David (Matthew 1:1)
Matthew 1 begins with the genealogy of Jesus Christ, introducing Him from the very first verse as the descendant of Abraham and David. This holds profound significance within the history of salvation. Abraham was the patriarch of faith who received God's covenant; through him, God promised His plan of salvation whereby all nations would be blessed (Genesis 22:18). David, as king of Israel, received God's covenant promise to establish an eternal kingdom through his descendants (2 Samuel 7:12-16).
Jesus came to this earth as the fulfillment of both these covenants. As a descendant of Abraham, He is the Redeemer who blesses all humanity. As a descendant of David, He is the eternal Messiah who establishes God's kingdom. This genealogy clearly demonstrates that Jesus is not merely the leader of one nation, but the One who came to save all nations.
Lesson and Application: Trust in God's Faithfulness
The genealogy in Matthew 1 shows that God faithfully fulfills the promises He made to Abraham and David, even as time passes. God works in the same way in our lives; we must trust that His will is being accomplished, even in moments we do not understand. God's promises will surely be fulfilled, and we must live by faith, persevering within His plan.
2. God's Grace in the Genealogy: Redemptive History Including Sinners and Gentiles (Matthew 1:3-6)
The genealogy in Matthew chapter 1 includes Gentiles and sinners. Among them are women like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba, all of whom have extraordinary backgrounds. Tamar bore children to Judah through an immoral relationship, Rahab was a foreign prostitute, Ruth was a Moabite woman, and Bathsheba bore a son through adultery with David. Through this genealogy, we see that God's grace can include anyone within His plan of redemption, regardless of background or sin.
Jesus' genealogy includes not only perfect individuals but also sinners and Gentiles. This symbolizes that God's salvation is not reserved for a specific nation or righteous people alone, but is universal salvation for all sinners and Gentiles. Jesus is the Messiah who came to open the way of salvation for everyone. No matter how weak or lacking we may be, through God's grace, the work of salvation can be accomplished for us too.
Lesson and Application: The Door of Salvation is Open to All
Jesus' genealogy includes Gentiles and sinners. This shows that Jesus is the Savior for all nations and peoples. We must remember that God's grace is not reserved for specific individuals but is open to all humanity. Through this truth, we must realize that we too have a responsibility to share the gospel with everyone.
3. The Faithful Fulfillment of Redemptive History: God's Promises Are Fulfilled to the End (Matthew 1:17)
The final section of the genealogy leads to the birth of Jesus Christ. In Matthew 1:17, Matthew emphasizes the genealogies spanning fourteen generations each: from Abraham to David, from David to the Babylonian exile, and from the Babylonian exile to Christ. This symbolizes the orderly progression of God's redemptive plan and demonstrates how faithfully His promises were fulfilled over the long course of history.
Though Israel's history included a dark period when they were taken captive to Babylon, God still advanced His salvation plan. The genealogy was a long journey toward the birth of Jesus Christ, and through this process, we learn of God's faithfulness and redemptive patience. Jesus came as the promised Messiah within this long history, and through Him, God's salvation plan was fully accomplished.
Lesson and Application: God's Plan Never Fails
Jesus' genealogy demonstrates that God's redemptive plan continued to unfold even amidst human failure and weakness. Though our lives may encounter suffering and hardship, God still completes His redemptive plan. We must live trusting Him, believing that His good purpose will be accomplished in any circumstance.
Prayer Topics
1. Faith that trusts in God's faithfulness (Hebrews 11:1)
God, grant us faith to trust Your promises and follow Your will even in situations we cannot understand.
2. A heart to share the gospel with all people (Matthew 28:19-20)
Help us realize that Jesus is the Savior for all people and live lives that proclaim this gospel. Use us as instruments to share Your love.
3. A heart that trusts God's will even in suffering (James 1:2-4)
Grant us hearts that trust God's redemptive plan will be fulfilled even in life's difficulties, relying on God with patience and hope.
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Matthew Chapter 2: Redemptive History Fulfilled in Jesus' Birth and Suffering
1. The Adoration of the Magi: The Expansion of Redemptive History (Matthew 2:1-12)
Matthew 2 begins with the story of the Magi who, hearing news of Jesus' birth, followed a star to come and worship Him. The fact that these Gentile Magi traveled a great distance to worship Jesus symbolizes that the history of redemption is expanding beyond the Jews to encompass the entire world. The three gifts they presented—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—prefigure Jesus' kingship, divinity, and the suffering and death He would endure.
Following the star, they arrive in Jerusalem and ask, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews?" This question causes great anxiety for Herod, the king at that time. Herod perceives the birth of this new king as a threat and plots to eliminate him. Herod's reaction demonstrates that while worldly power and human sin attempt to thwart God's plan of redemption, God's purpose will be accomplished despite any opposition.
After worshiping Jesus, the Magi were instructed in a dream not to return to Herod and took a different route home. This event signifies that God's protection over Jesus' life had begun. It shows that Jesus is the King of the world, and worshiping Him is a mission all humanity must undertake.
Lesson and Application: Jesus is the Savior of All Mankind
Though the Magi were Gentiles, they came to worship Jesus. This shows that Jesus is the Savior not only for the Jews but for all humanity. We must remember that salvation is not limited to a specific nation or class but is open to everyone. We too should worship Jesus and live lives that follow Him.
2. Flight to Egypt: The Progression of Redemptive History Through Suffering (Matthew 2:13-18)
When the Magi did not return, Herod became furious and issued a cruel order to kill all male children under two years old in Bethlehem and its surrounding areas. This event fulfilled the prophecy in Jeremiah 31:15, showing "Rachel weeping for her children." Thus, even after Jesus' birth, the evil of the world attempts to hinder the progress of redemptive history. Yet God's plan of redemption never ceases.
God appeared to Joseph in a dream, commanding him to take Jesus and his family to Egypt for refuge. Joseph immediately obeyed, taking his family to Egypt. This event recalls the Exodus, showing that Jesus came as the symbol of a new Exodus. Just as God rescued Israel from bondage in Egypt, He planned to rescue humanity from spiritual bondage through Jesus.
The flight to Egypt also foreshadows how Jesus would accomplish His redemptive work through suffering and persecution. His life began with suffering, signifying the suffering necessary to save us. Yet through His suffering, God's plan of salvation is more clearly fulfilled, and He becomes our true Redeemer, saving us from sin and death.
Lesson and Application: God's Plan is Fulfilled Even in Suffering
Though Jesus' life began with suffering, God's plan of redemption did not cease. Though difficulties and suffering may come in our own lives, we must trust that God's plan is being fulfilled even within them. God's work of salvation is accomplished beyond our suffering and wounds.
3. Returning to Nazareth: Guidance Within God's Plan of Redemption (Matthew 2:19-23)
After Herod's death, God appeared to Joseph again, instructing him to return to Israel. However, upon learning that Herod's son Archelaus was ruling over Judea, Joseph became afraid. Following the angel's instruction, he headed for Nazareth in Galilee. Thus, the prophecy that "He will be called a Nazarene" was fulfilled.
Though Nazareth was a place despised by people at that time, Jesus grew up there. This symbolizes that Jesus came humbly, transcending the world's wealth and power to fulfill God's will. Jesus' growth in Nazareth shows that He shared in our human frailties, yet His ministry was for establishing the kingdom of heaven.
God protected Jesus through Joseph and guided Him to grow up in safety. This reveals that God meticulously guides us in our lives too. Even in situations we don't understand, God leads us to fulfill His plan.
Lesson and Application: Trust God's Guidance
God protected and guided Jesus and His family through Joseph. In our lives too, God's providence constantly guides us, and His plans transcend our understanding. We must trust God's guidance and live lives obedient to His will.
Prayer Topics
1. Remembering that God's salvation is open to all nations (1 Timothy 2:4)
God, as we remember that Jesus is the Savior for all nations and peoples, enable us to share this gospel with everyone.
2. Hearts that trust in God's redemptive plan even in suffering (Romans 8:28)
Lord, help us believe that God's redemptive work is being accomplished even in our suffering, and grant us lives that trust in His plan.
3. A life of obedience to God's guidance (Proverbs 3:5-6)
God, grant us the grace to trust in Your guiding hand over our paths and to live a humble life obedient to Your will.