We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - November 17, 2019
Rejection Manifesto
Jesus is the Son of Man, the promised Jewish Messiah. He came first to Israel, showing God’s faithfulness to His promises. He had to be rejected by Israel to purchase redemption (Romans 11:30-36). But this redemptive plan was not understood by those He is sending out. So in this passage, Jesus addresses the very heart of what is missing in their understanding of the Son of Man and His mission. He unveils a sort of manifesto, a declaration of His mission program into which they are entering. Surprisingly, the manifesto is one that projects rejection. Israel will reject her King and His kingdom message. But far from failure, this rejection will mean mission accomplished—redemption for all.
Scripture References: Matthew 10:16-23
