Big Truth:
JESUS CAME TO PROCLAIM AND ESTABLISH A NEW KINGDOM
From that time Jesus began to preach, saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”
Matthew 4:17
And he went throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom…
Matthew 4:23
Big Ideas:
Jesus’ kingdom shines light into the darkness. (Matthew 4:14-16)
Jesus’ kingdom exists for the good of the nations. (Matthew 4:15)
Jesus’ kingdom is marked by repentance. (Matthew 4:17)
Jesus’ kingdom is marked by obedience. (Matthew 4:19, 21-22)
Jesus’ kingdom is made up of people with a new identity. (Matthew 4:19)
Jesus’ kingdom is marked by sacrifice and surrender. (Matthew 4:20-22)
Jesus’ kingdom carries hope to the broken and needy. (Matthew 4:23-24)