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Why Jesus said the Kingdom Would Not Look Like They Expected - Matthew 13:31-58 (Session 27)
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What was Jesus revealing through the mustard seed, the leaven, the hidden treasure, and the pearl of great value?
Matthew 13 continues the kingdom parables as Jesus challenges His listeners to rethink their expectations about the messianic kingdom. Glenn and Steve examine why the mustard seed grows into a large plant where birds can nest, why leaven represents something that quietly spreads, and why the treasure and pearl are worth everything required to obtain them.
They also discuss why these parables should not be interpreted as though people purchase their own salvation. Salvation is a free gift; Christ is the One who paid the price.
The chapter then closes with Jesus returning to Nazareth. The people recognize His wisdom and miraculous power but still cannot get past the fact that He is the man they watched grow up.
The discussion ends by asking what Matthew means when it says Jesus did not perform many miracles there because of their unbelief—and why that does not mean faith mechanically produces miracles.
Matthew 13:31–58 | The Book of Matthew — Session 27
Questions discussed in this session include:
- Is it true that there will be resident evil in the church?
- Does the kingdom have non-believers in it or only saved people?
- Do non-Christians benefit from Christianity?
- How much did Jesus give?
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