The Keys of the Kingdom of God
Matthew 16:13-20 Matthew 18:15-20
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson dicusses what Jesus meant when he declared the beginning of his church on earth.
The Proclamation of the Passion
Matthew 16:21-23
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds upon Jesus' explanation to his disciples of his coming suffering, death and resurrection. Dr. Johnson also discusses Peter's reaction and his master's rebuke.
Jesus on How to Find It
Matthew 16:24-28
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses Jesus' words to his disciples concerning his work as the Messiah who must suffer.
The Transfiguration of Christ
Matthew 16:28 -17:8
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds upon the Transfiguration of Christ and the reaction of the Apostle Peter.
Elijah’s Second Coming, Impotent Disciples and the Miracle of the Tribute Money
Matthew 17:9-27
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson explains more about the nature of his kingdom to his disciples, giving further lessons to Peter as the "first among equals."
The Law of Precedence in the Kingdom
Matthew 18:1-14
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses how Jesus instructed his disciples about what lie ahead of him in order to fulfill his role as the Messiah -- and what the true nature of the Messiah is.
Discipline in the Kingdom
Matthew 18:15-20
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives a message on Christ's guidance for the behavior of his saints and their relationship to each other.
The Law of Forgiveness in the Community of the Forgiven
Matthew 18:21-35
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds upon the parable of the two debtors, providing additional thoughts about Jesus' expectations of his saints.
Christ and Divorce
Matthew 19:1-12
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson dicusses Christ's view on divorce, and how his reaction to a challenge by the Jewish leaders on the subject is an illustration of the true spirit of God's law.
