24-0303a - What to Say or Do? Part 1, Mike Mathis
Bible Readers: Kevin Woosley and Mike Mathis

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What to Say or Do? Part 1

Summary of Transcript (0:03 - 30:54)

Scripture Readings:

1st Scripture Reading (0:03 - 1:01), Kevin Woosley
Matthew 16:24-28,

  • Scripture Passage: Matthew 16:24-28 is read, where Jesus instructs on self-denial and following Him.

  • Sacrifice vs. Gain: Jesus explains the paradox of losing life to find it and the futility of gaining the world at the cost of one’s soul.

  • Future Judgment: He foretells His coming in glory to reward according to one’s deeds.

  • Promise of Witnessing Kingdom: Assurance that some present will see the Son of Man’s kingdom before they die.

2nd Scripture Reading (1:06 - 3:18), Mike Mathis
Matthew 17:1-5, Transfiguration Event

  • Welcome and Prayer: Greeting to the congregation with a prayer for visitors' edification.

  • Next Scripture: Announcement to read from Matthew 17:1-5, the Transfiguration of Jesus.

  • Description of Event: Jesus is transfigured on a mountain with His face shining like the sun and clothes becoming dazzling white. Moses and Elijah appear and speak with Him.

  • Peter’s Reaction: Peter suggests building tabernacles for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah.

  • Divine Affirmation: A cloud overshadows them, and a voice from the cloud affirms Jesus as God’s beloved Son.

Summary

Preacher: Mike Mathis

(3:20 - 5:19) Scripture Reading in Mark

  • Scripture Passage: Mark 9:2-8 is read, reiterating the Transfiguration with details on how Jesus' clothes became shiny like snow.

  • Peter’s Suggestion: Again, Peter proposes making tabernacles.

(5:21 - 6:23) Fear and Silence

  • Peter’s Fright: Peter speaks out of fear, not knowing what to say.

  • Divine Voice: The voice from the cloud commands to listen to Jesus, after which Moses and Elijah disappear.

(6:24 - 7:07) Focus of the Sermon

  • Lesson Title: "What to Say or Do" - Addressing the fear of speaking about Jesus and the actions required by faith.

(7:08 - 10:38) On Personal Responsibility in Faith

  • Action in Faith: Discussion on the misconception that faith requires no action from believers, emphasizing the need to follow Jesus actively.

  • Context of Discipleship: Jesus' call to deny oneself, take up one’s cross, and follow Him, linked to the confession of faith by Peter.

(13:19 - 15:34) The Kingdom of God

  • Kingdom and Church: Explanation that the church and the kingdom are synonymous in this context.

  • Realization of the Kingdom: Some present would see the kingdom come with power, indicating the church’s establishment.

(15:38 - 17:55) Reflection on Peter’s Words

  • Peter’s Awe and Fear: Peter’s suggestion during the Transfiguration reflects awe and fear, not fully understanding the moment.

  • Modern Parallel: Comparison to modern individuals speaking without full knowledge or understanding, similar to "woke" culture.

(17:57 - 24:27) Misinterpretation of Scripture

  • Example of Misuse: Critique of a preacher using 1 Corinthians 1:17 to argue against the necessity of baptism, ignoring the context where Paul admits to baptizing.

  • Need for Biblical Literacy: Emphasizes the importance of understanding scripture in context to counteract false teachings.

(24:28 - 25:08) Divine Intervention in the Narrative

  • Necessity for Correction: Peter’s statement during the Transfiguration needed to be corrected.

  • Divine Correction: God the Father from heaven speaks to affirm Jesus, effectively silencing inappropriate actions or words.

(25:10 - 25:48) Listening to Jesus

  • Command to Listen: The divine voice instructs to listen to Jesus above all.

  • Resistance to Jesus: Acknowledgment that many are resistant to Jesus' teachings, yet Christians face opposition because of their faith.

(26:23 - 27:33) Spiritual Unity and Guidance

  • Unity of Will: Emphasis on the unity between God the Father and Jesus, with Jesus obeying His Father.

  • Role of Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit, given by Jesus, is to guide into all truth, countering the notion that the apostles could have been wrong.

(28:00 - 29:03) Importance of Listening to Jesus

  • Consequences of Speaking Against the Holy Spirit: Warning about the severity of blaspheming against the Holy Spirit.

  • Steps to Faith: Outlines the steps one must follow to enter into a relationship with Jesus: hearing, believing, repenting, confessing faith, and being baptized.

(29:06 - 30:35) Living Faithfully

  • Post-Baptism Life: After baptism, one should live faithfully and obey Jesus' teachings.

  • Restoration: If one falls away, they should repent and seek prayer for forgiveness to be restored to God.

(30:37 - 30:54) Call to Action

  • Urgency of Decision: Encourages anyone to make their commitment to faith known while there is still time, suggesting immediate action during the service.