Main Idea: Jesus prays in the hour of his greatest temptation, and he calls his disciples to do the same.1. The Scene of the Savior’s Greatest Temptation 2. The Significance of th...

IntroductionMain Idea: Trouble is coming to Jesus’ disciples, but he is already ministering on their behalf. 1. Jesus’ ministry of prayer to the spiritually overconfident...

Introduction Main Idea: Kingdom Leaders are Servant Leaders Kingdom Leadership ContrastedWorldly leadership…Kingdom Leadership…  Kingdom Leadership Promised  ...

Main Idea: Remembrance of Christ and the New Covenant is a life-stabilizing truth. Remember Christ the Passover Lamb (22:1) Christ’s Providence (22:1, 7, 14, 21) R...

Main Idea: Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God as you follow Christ in suffering. How can you humble yourself under the mighty hand of God?1 Peter 5:6–7 Why must you...

Rejoice in the confirmation (12–14) Recognize the real danger (15–18) Remain faith-full (19) ...

Three preparations for persecution that bring peace inwardly and proclaim hope outwardly. Be prepared to suffer for righteousness’ sake. Be prepared to defend your hope. Prepare your...

Big idea: Christlike submission to authority is honorable in the world, and will glorify Christ when he returns. Focus on the goal Think submission more than obedience. Thi...

Big idea: Three descriptions of a Christian with the right mindset about suffering Joy is focusedMatthew 5:10–12 Grief is focusedJohn...

"Everything is fine. I’ve got it all together. Can’t you see how great my life is? How happy and smart my kids are? Even my food is beautiful!" Or how about this one: "Everything is terrible. The worl...

Big Idea: Be ready for the second coming of Jesus Christ by being certain and being watchful. Be certain about the second coming of Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 4:10 Romans 8...

Big Idea: Take courage, at the second coming of Christ redemption possessed will be redemption fully realized. Context Where does this fit on the timeline of the end times/ How does th...

Main Idea: Endure the world for the sake of your Lord.Five refrains for the Lord to endure five pains from the world: False saviors… I will not be led astray (v. 8) Terrors of war… I wi...

The Entrance of Death Genesis 2:7 Romans 5:12 Mark 16:2–7 The Entrance of the Resurrection Romans 5:10–11 The Completion ...

Big idea: Jesus paints a contrast between false proud outward piety, and true humble inward piety. Avoid the influence and example of false proud outward piety (20:45–47). Si...

Big Idea: Christ has been, is, and will always be preeminent. Love it and flourish, or fight it and wither. How Christ has been preeminent How Christ will be preeminent  ...

Big Idea: Submit every part of your life to Christ as Son of God and Son of Man The Dilemma Raised The Doctrine Delivered The Old Testament clearly recognizes the suprem...