Invitation

Follow me, and be my disciple.

On this occasion, Jesus says this to a particular person (Levi) but it's an invitation that's open for everyone.

Forgiveness

My son, you're sins are forgiven.

Spoken to a paralysed man, but true for everyone who seeks it.

Jesus' Message

Yes, it was written long ago the the Messiah must suffer and die and rise again from the dead on the third day. With my authority, take this message of repentance to all the nations, beginning in Jerusalem: 'There is forgiveness of sins for all who turn to me.'

Jesus Predicts His Death

The Son of Man is going to be betrayed. He will be killed, but three days later he will rise from the dead.

Jesus often refers to himself as 'son of man', but it does seem he was fully aware of what he was going to go through.

Secret Giving

Take care! Don't do your good deeds publicly, to be admired by others, for you will lose the reward from your Father in heaven. When you give to someone in need, don't do as the hypocrites do — blowing trumpets in the synagogues and streets to call attention to their acts of charity! I assure you, they have received all the reward they will ever get. But when you give to someone in need, don't let your left hand know what your right hand is doing. Give your gifts in secret, and your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.

Sermon on the Mount - Part 2

God blesses those who are merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
God blesses those whose hearts are pure,
for they will see God.
God blesses those who work for peace,
for they will be called the children of God.
God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right,
for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.

Sermon on the Mount - Part 1

God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him,
for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
God blesses those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
God blesses those who are humble,
for they will inherit the whole earth.
God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice,
for they will be satisfied.

More than Bread

People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.

Soul Worth

And how do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul?

Finding True Life

If any of you wants to be my follower, you must put aside selfish ambition, shoulder your cross, and follow me. If you try to keep your life for yourself, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake and for the sake of the good news, you will find true life.

Kingdom of God

How can I describe the Kingdom of God? What story should I use to illustrate it? It is like a tiny mustard seed. Though this is one of the smallest of seeds, it grows to become one of the largest of plants, with long branches where birds can come and find shelter.