Sermon Reflections: Matthew 26 Sermon Reflections: Matthew 26 Matthew 26:17-35 Have you ever felt the sting of betrayal from those you trusted most? Pastor Jim’s powerful message delves into the haunting parallel between his own experience of betrayal in ministry and Jesus’s last supper with His disciples. Through the lens of Matthew 26:17-35, he unpacks...
Sermon Reflection: Matthew 26:36-75 Sermon Reflection: Matthew 26:36-75 What if the deepest betrayal in history became the gateway to humanity’s greatest hope? Pastor Jim masterfully wove together the parallel stories of Caesar’s assassination and Christ’s betrayal, revealing how Jesus transformed treachery into triumph. Through a careful examination of Matthew 26:36-75, he illuminated the stark contrast...
Sermon Title: Anointed and Betrayed – A Story of Devotion and Deceit Scripture: Matthew 26:1–16 Preacher: Pastor Jim What does true devotion look like in a world of spiritual betrayal? Pastor Jim tackled this challenging question through a powerful examination of Matthew 26:1–16, where the extravagant worship of Mary stands in stark contrast to Judas’s...
Reflection Questions for Matthew 25:31-46 Sermon Sermon Summary: Pastor Jim explores the divine authority of Christ through Matthew 25:31-46, drawing from contemporary cultural resistance to authority. He emphasizes the return of Jesus as the Sovereign Judge, urging believers to demonstrate true faith through acts of mercy and compassion. 1. Authority and Rebellion How does the...
What Does Faithful Stewardship Look Like in God’s Kingdom? Through the compelling parallel of George Washington Carver’s life and Jesus’ Parable of the Talents, Pastor Jim unveils a powerful truth about divine investment. Drawing from Matthew 25, he illustrates how God entrusts each believer with valuable resources — whether five talents, two, or one —...
Are You Ready for the Bridegroom? Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be ready for Christ’s return? In a powerful sermon, Pastor Jim drew a fascinating parallel between Christopher Columbus’s divine mission and Jesus’s parable of the ten virgins, illuminating the crucial difference between merely appearing prepared and being genuinely ready for...
Stay Spiritually Awake: A Call to Faithful Vigilance Scripture Focus: Matthew 24 What does it truly mean to stay spiritually awake in a world that’s constantly lulling us to sleep? In this powerful message, Pastor Jim draws a compelling parallel between ancient city watchmen and our modern call to spiritual vigilance. Through a deep dive...
Matthew 24:15–28 – Anchored in Christ, Not Timelines | Sharon Reformed Home › Sermons › Matthew 24:15–28 Anchored in Christ, Not Timelines (Matthew 24:15–28) Why end‑times predictions fascinate us—and why Jesus calls us to discernment, hope, and faithfulness. Preacher: Pastor Jim Series: Gospel of Matthew Text: Matthew 24:15–28 Date: September 29, 2025 Have you ever...
Staying Faithful When the World Seems to Be Falling Apart Have you ever wondered how to stay faithful when everything around you seems unstable? In a powerful sermon delivered in the wake of the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, Pastor Jim examines Matthew 24:1–14, where Jesus prepares His disciples both for immediate trials and for...
What Does True Faith Look Like When Tragedy Strikes? In a powerful and convicting sermon from Matthew 23:13-39, Pastor Jim explored the sobering question: What does true faith look like when tragedy strikes? The message was anchored by the heartbreaking story of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee tragically killed on a Charlotte train while bystanders...
