Matthew and the Zealot

DESCRIPTION: Society wants us to be at each other’s throats. If they aren’t in our camp, we are to hate them. However, Jesus provides a better way. He calls us to Himself, not to a side.

SPEAKER: Pastor Jeremy Pickwell

SERMON DATE: February 25, 2024

KEY VERSES: Matthew 5:44, Luke 3:12-13, Matthew 9:9-13

BULLET POINTS:

  • Matthew’s response was to follow, worship, and tell others.

  • Matthew and Simon were on the opposite sides of the political spectrum.

  • Jesus doesn’t call people to a side, He calls people to Himself.

  • The only label that matters after Christ is His.

QUESTIONS TO ASK:

  • What was my response to the call of Jesus?

  • Are you still living under old labels?

  • Do you too often pick sides instead of picking Jesus?

  • How do you think these two felt being in the same group?