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This teaching invites listeners into one of the most powerful contrasts in the Gospel of Matthew as the 16-month journey through this book comes to a close. In Matthew 26:1–16, we stand on the edge of the cross and watch two radically different responses to Jesus unfold. A woman pours out an entire year’s wages in expensive perfume to anoint Jesus—an act the disciples quickly label as waste. But Jesus calls it worship. Meanwhile, Judas calculates the value of Jesus’ life and sells Him for thirty pieces of silver. One response is wholehearted and costly; the other is calculated and self...

This week, we step into one of the most sobering and beautiful teachings Jesus ever gave—His final words before the cross. After 16 months in Matthew, we now land at the passage where Jesus describes the moment when He returns, gathers all nations, and separates people like a shepherd separates sheep and goats. It’s not a parable. It’s a picture of the final judgment. Jesus makes the dividing line unmistakably clear: our lives reveal whose voice we’ve been following. Sheep follow the Shepherd. Goats follow themselves. And the evidence Jesus points to isn’t knowledge, attendance, or religious...

This week at Movement Church, we continued our journey through Matthew with one of Jesus’ most direct and challenging teachings—the Parable of the Three Servants. If Jesus is truly our King, what does our Kingdom behavior look like when it comes to the thing that often grips our hearts the tightest: money? In this message, we explore how Jesus reframes generosity—not as a financial transaction, but as a heart-level expression of faith, trust, and readiness for His return. Using the imagery of servants entrusted with their master’s treasure, Jesus draws a clear contrast: Faithful servants invest what God give...

This week at Movement Church, we look at one of Jesus’ most sobering parables — the story of the ten bridesmaids in Matthew 25. Jesus tells a story about bridesmaids waiting for a bridegroom — five wise, five foolish — and the moment everything is revealed when he unexpectedly arrives. The difference between them isn’t how religious they look, but whether they were actually prepared. In the same way, Jesus calls His followers not to a passive belief, but to a life that stays awake, watchful, obedient, and ready for His return. This teaching digs into what true spiritual preparation looks like: building a life of...

In this episode, we dive into one of Jesus’ most intense teachings — Matthew 24. It’s full of big questions about destruction, the end times, and what it really means to follow Jesus when the world feels chaotic. But instead of stirring fear, Jesus gives His followers a clear and practical roadmap: endure in your faith and share the good news. He reminds us that no one can predict His return, but every one of us can live ready for it. We explore how Jesus’ words were fulfilled in history, what they mean for us today, and why the “faithful servant” is the model...

This week at Movement Church, we continue our Matthew series. In Matthew 23, Jesus delivers one of His most direct confrontations with the Pharisees — calling out their hypocrisy, exposing empty religion, and inviting all of us into authentic faith. Just like the warning light on a car’s dashboard, Jesus reveals the spiritual warning signs the Pharisees ignored. They looked holy on the outside but were spiritually broken on the inside — obsessed with image, rules, and reputation while missing the heart of God. Through a series of seven “woes,” Jesus warns that hypocrisy doesn’t just damage us; it keeps others from experie...

What if following Jesus could be summed up in two simple, life-changing commands? In this week’s message, “Cliff Notes,” we look at Jesus’ famous words that cut through religious complexity and reveal the very heart of our faith: Love God completely and love people genuinely. As the Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with a question about the greatest commandment, He reframed everything — moving the conversation from rules to relationship. Loving God means wholehearted devotion — with our heart, soul, mind, and strength. It’s not partial or passive; it’s plugging our whole life into the true source of power. And that kind of...

In this week’s message, we unpack one of Jesus’ most politically charged moments — when He’s asked whether it’s right to pay taxes to Caesar. What looked like a trap between two opposing political groups becomes a timeless teaching about allegiance, image, and identity. Jesus’ response reframes everything: “Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God.” This conversation forces us to wrestle with our own loyalties. Are we honoring authority without surrendering our worship? Are we allowing our politics, preferences, or culture to shape our hearts more than Jesus does? The truth is — whate...

What if heaven isn’t just a future destination but a party that starts now — and you’re already on the guest list? In this message, we unpack Jesus’ parable of the wedding feast, a story that reveals the heart of God’s invitation to every person. Through a powerful mix of humor and conviction, we’re reminded that while everyone’s invited to the celebration, not everyone will respond. This episode challenges us to consider: Are we ready for eternity? Are we living daily in the reality of God’s Kingdom? And do we care enough to help others find their way t...

In this message, we explore two parables in Matthew 21 that expose the gap between words and obedience. Through the stories of two sons and a group of rebellious tenants, Jesus confronts religious hypocrisy and calls His followers to genuine repentance and surrender. God isn’t impressed by lip service or appearance—He desires hearts that are transformed by obedience. Real faith produces real fruit, not empty promises. The first parable contrasts words and actions—one son said “no” but obeyed, while the other said “yes” but didn’t follow through. Jesus teaches that obedience, not talk, reveals true love for God. The second...

In Matthew 21:18–27, Jesus curses a fig tree that looks healthy but bears no fruit—an unforgettable image that reveals how appearance without transformation leads to emptiness. In this message, “Following = Fruit,” we learn that true followers of Jesus don’t just look the part; they trust His authority and allow His Spirit to produce lasting fruit in their lives. Through this passage, we’re reminded that faith without obedience is hollow, and real growth begins when we surrender control and let Jesus change us from the inside out. The call is simple but profound: spend time with Jesus, be changed by Jesus, an...

When James and John angle for the seats of honor, Jesus flips the script on greatness. This episode traces how Jesus redefines leadership as sacrificial service—“drinking the cup,” staying humbly in your lane, and using authority for the good of others. We contrast worldly power plays with Kingdom leadership, then watch Jesus model it on the road from Jericho as He stops to heal two blind men. The call is clear: authority isn’t for ego; it’s for lifting people. Big Idea: Good leaders use their authority for the sake of others. In this episode: • Ambition vs. the cross: why g...

In this message from Matthew 20:1–16, we explore The Parable of the Vineyard Workers and the upside-down generosity of God. Jesus tells a story that flips our expectations of fairness on their head and reveals that the Kingdom of God runs on grace, not merit. Whether you’ve been walking with Jesus for decades or are just starting to seek Him, His invitation and reward are the same—life with Him. Together, we’ll see why God’s grace is a gift, not a wage; how comparison can rob us of joy; and why in God’s Kingdom the last become first. This...

In this message, we see Jesus welcome children—those with no status or achievements—and declare that the Kingdom belongs to people who come with childlike faith and dependence. Then, we encounter the rich young ruler who asked the right question but missed the heart of it. His self-reliance and attachment to wealth kept him from fully surrendering to Jesus. The lesson is clear: the Kingdom of God isn’t earned by what we can do, but received by grace when we trust and follow Jesus. True life begins when we depend on Him like a child, detach from whatever holds...

Matthew 19:1–13 Big Idea: Jesus calls His followers to honor God’s design for marriage as a covenant, to see divorce as a concession to human sin, and to embrace singleness as a calling for the sake of the kingdom. Episode Summary: This week we step into a tough but necessary conversation: marriage, divorce, and singleness. In Matthew 19, Jesus reminds us that marriage is God’s design—a covenant, not a contract—reflecting His faithful love. Divorce, while permitted because of human sin, was never God’s original intent. And singleness, often overlooked, is lifted up as a meaningful calling for the sake of...

What does forgiveness really look like in God’s Kingdom? In Matthew 18:21–35, Peter asks Jesus how many times we should forgive someone, and Jesus’ answer changes everything. Forgiveness isn’t about tally marks—it’s about living out the restoration we’ve already received in Christ. In this teaching, we explore how Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving servant reveals the depth of our own forgiven debt and why we’re called to extend that same grace to others. Forgiveness means leaving the offense with the Judge and choosing restoration over resentment. If Jesus is our King, then our behavior should reflect His heart...

BIG IDEA: Jesus calls us to pursue restoration with love, humility, and His authority. Life in God’s Kingdom is lived in community—and community can get messy. Jesus teaches us that when sin or conflict arises, our goal is not punishment, but restoration. In Matthew 18:15–20, He lays out a path for loving correction: start privately, invite community when needed, and always keep restoration as the goal. True fellowship is more than just “hanging out”—it’s sharing life deeply in Christ, sharpening one another in love, and pointing each other back to Him. Correction may feel uncomfortable, but humility and grace open...

What does it mean to be great in the Kingdom of God? In this message from Matthew 18, Jesus redefines greatness—not by power or status, but by humility and childlike dependence. We’re reminded that entrance into God’s Kingdom begins with repentance, and greatness is measured by our willingness to know our place in God’s world and humbly live it out.

Jesus calls us to lead with humility, resist temptation, and disciple others with care—especially the young in age and faith. This message challenges all of us to rely on God’s strength and humbly pursu...

In this message, we see Jesus predict His death and resurrection, reminding us that His suffering was central to God’s plan to redeem us. We also witness His humility in paying the temple tax—not because He owed it, but to remove barriers to the gospel. Along the way, Jesus models what Kingdom living looks like: trusting God’s provision, yielding personal rights for the sake of others, and living with sacrificial love.

Through this passage, listeners are challenged to follow Jesus’ example by embracing humility, trusting God to provide in every detail, and putting others above ou...

Because of the truth of the Bible, the stories of other believers, and our own experiences with Jesus, we can have faith. www.movementcolumbus.com

Recognizing Jesus as King means listening, understanding, and acting in obedience. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus expects who we say he is to be different from who the world says he is. www.movementcolumbus.com

In a world of noise and distraction, Jesus calls us to see Him clearly, trust Him deeply and stay grounded in His truth. www.movementcolumbus.com

Matthew 15:21–28 — Patience, Persistence, and Provision This week, we explore a surprising and powerful moment in Jesus’ ministry as He encounters a persistent Gentile woman in the region of Tyre and Sidon. In a story that initially feels like rejection, we uncover a deeper truth: Jesus is drawing out faith through patience. We reflect on how patience in silence and persistence in unanswered prayer are not signs of abandonment but invitations into deeper faith. The woman’s unwavering trust becomes a model for us all—reminding us that faith grows in the waiting and that God honors those who refuse to give up. B...

What’s your heart telling you? www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus is worthy of our trust and present in storms. www.movementcolumbus.com

Even in difficult times, Jesus meets our need with compassion and power, providing what the world cannot. www.movementcolumbus.com

Will God’s work melt you like wax, or harden you like clay? www.movementcolumbus.com

The Kingdom of God is so valuable, it’s worth giving up everything to live it. www.movementcolumbus.com

God’s kingdom starts small, but grows to great impact. www.movementcolumbus.com

While waiting for Jesus’ return, we live watchfully and hopefully, rooted in Christ. www.movementcolumbus.com

Truth grows in those who embrace it, but fades from those who reject it. www.movementcolumbus.com

Your heart determines your harvest. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus redefines family as anyone who obeys God. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus gave his life so that when we trust Him we can be made new. www.movementcolumbus.com

Following Jesus isn’t just Sunday praise, it’s daily surrender. www.movementcolumbus.com

Don’t ignore the authority and message of Jesus. www.movementcolumbus.com

Our words reveal who we are on the inside. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus are meek, not weak. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus should be known for mercy, compassion, and doing good—not empty, man-made religion. www.movementcolumbus.com

You will be restless until you rest in Jesus. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus advance the Kingdom of God. www.movementcolumbus.com

Following has a cost, but faithfulness has rewards. www.movementcolumbus.com

Fearlessly stand for Jesus by trusting in God’s ultimate authority, care, and eternal reward. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus will face persecution, so be wise, faithful, unafraid and know that God is with you. www.movementcolumbus.com

The compassion of Jesus powers our mission as we pray for workers and go and are sustained by God’s provision. www.movementcolumbus.com

Follows of Jesus use power, authority, and compassion the way Jesus did. www.movementcolumbus.com

The power, authority and compassion of Jesus is still on display even in the midst of interruptions. www.movementcolumbus.com

The heart of Jesus is for sinners who need a doctor. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus has the authority to forgive sins. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus came from the right line at the right time in the right design to save us. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus is the Son of God who has authority over creation, over evil and saves His people. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus prioritize Him above Earthly comforts, relationships and responsibilities. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus offers healing and salvation to the powerless. www.movementcolumbus.com

Christ-like faith is backed up by a Christ-like lifestyle. www.movementcolumbus.com

Proper prayer leads us to trust our loving Father. www.movementcolumbus.com

Baptism is identifying with Jesus and obediently following his example. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus should live with humility, self-awareness and discernment. www.movementcolumbus.com

A teaching from Matthew 6:25-34 www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus prioritize giving to God's kingdom over earthly wealth. www.movementcolumbus.com

Fasting helps us become more like Jesus. www.movementcolumbus.com

The daily habit of prayer aligns us with God. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus should reflect God’s merciful and perfect love. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus calls his followers to the internal obedience of examining our hearts and the external obedience of amputating sin. www.movementcolumbus.com

True righteousness is not only refraining from murder, but also restraining anger and insults, realizing the importance of reconciliation and resolving conflicts. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus is the continuation of God’s story, revealing deeper meaning and purpose. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus says we are blessed when we recognize our need for Him, live for His Kingdom and take action in His name. www.movementcolumbus.com

Your Life Mission: Follow Christ www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus saves sinful people and teaches them how to live holy lives. www.movementcolumbus.com

Repent and be transformed because you need Jesus. www.movementcolumbus.com

God wants us to walk in faith rather than wander in fear. www.movementcolumbus.com

Your wealth doesn’t define you. What you do with it defines what you value. www.movementcolumbus.com

We care for creation to honor and reflect our Creator and steward His gifts. www.movementcolumbus.com

God calls us to value the family, so we can experience and show His love. www.movementcolumbus.com

God’s people offer hospitality to strangers—helping outsiders become insiders. www.movementcolumbus.com

Image bearers of God have the responsibility to care for human life at every age and at every stage. www.movementcolumbus.com

God’s people offer hospitality to strangers. Help outsiders become insiders. www.movementcolumbus.com

God cares for the poor and needy. God’s people are called to join with him in meeting poverty needs and restoring people’s lives. www.movementcolumbus.com

What can I do to hear the voices of the oppressed and be the voice of change? www.movementcolumbus.com

We should reflect Biblical justice rooted in the character and compassion of God. www.movementcolumbus.com

God’s home is with His people. www.movementcolumbus.com

The work of Jesus allows His followers to boldly reflect the glory of God. www.movementcolumbus.com

God desires to be with His people and be know by them. www.movementcolumbus.com

An idol is anything that pulls your trust from God. www.movementcolumbus.com

The Ten Commandments are guidelines for free people to stay free. www.movementcolumbus.com

God uses dead end moments for our ultimate good. www.movementcolumbus.com

God rescues His people, when they trust Him and obey Him. www.movementcolumbus.com

God knows who he is calling and goes with those he is calling. www.movementcolumbus.com

No matter how far we run from God, we can always come home to His unconditional love. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus pursue lost people and find joy in their repentance. www.movementcolumbus.com

Followers of Jesus are the salt of the earth and the light of the world. www.movementcolumbus.com

To follow God’s will for our lives we need to listen to His message and messengers. www.movementcolumbus.com

Our response to the Kingdom should be joyful, immediate, and complete. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus brings hope to our brokennes. www.movementcolumbus.com

When we live God’s design for sex, we see a complete picture of the love Jesus has for His church. www.movementcolumbus.com

A commitment to God’s love is a commitment to be changed. www.movementcolumbus.com

Every blessing we don’t turn into praise has the potential to turn into pride. www.movementcolumbus.com

Money is a tool to help us put Jesus first. www.movementcolumbus.com

Run the race with obedience and endurance. www.movementcolumbus.com

Jesus is first in everything. www.movementcolumbus.com