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 - June 13, 2021
Show Us Your Majesty
God-with-us leaves the temple. It is a culminating /ichabod/. Jerusalem is being left desolate—gloriless. The disciples are anxious and struggle to make sense of what is happening. Groping for expected glory, they call attention to the majesty they see—the temple edifice. As they point to its splendor, Jesus points to its destruction. So they run to questions. Their questions give rise to the most substantial prophetic revelation ever articulated by Jesus. In this sermon, Christ’s powerful and prophetic response, known as the Olivet Discourse, is introduced. Its foundation and framing are carefully considered, and its ultimate purpose proclaimed. Understanding biblical prophecy is important, but still more important is understanding its purpose. More than asking about signs and events, the disciples are asking Jesus when He will show them His majesty.
Scripture References: Matthew 24:1-3
