Jesus, Israel and the Problem of History
Matthew 21:33-46
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the parable of the vineyard as Jesus' ministry draws to a close in the face of his coming crucifixion.
The Parable of the Marriage Feast
Matthew 22:1-14
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds Jesus' analogy of the Messiah's coming as a wedding banquet in need of guests.
Christ’s Answers to Carping Questions
Matthew 22:15-40
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds Jesus' response to two attempts by the different factions of the Jewish leaders to entrap him in his speech.
The Cardinal Question of the Day of Questions
Matthew 22:41-46
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the ultimate confrontation between Jesus and the Jewish leaders about the Messiah.
The Sins of the Scribes, Pharisees and Christians
Matthew 23:1-12
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses the characteristics of the Jewish elders in conflict with Jesus, giving practical exhortations to Christians to avoid the same sin.
The Science of Hypocrisy and Christ’s Thunderous Wrath Against It
Matthew 23:13-36
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds Christ's pronouncement of the "Seven Woes" upon those who have rejected the Messiah in the name of the Hebrew faith.
Christ’s Lament Over Jerusalem
Matthew 23:37-39
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson teaches on Christ's mourning over Jerusalem and its rejection of their Messiah.
Advent Questions
Matthew 24:1-14
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson begins his exposition of Jesus' teachings during the Olivet Discourse. Dr. Johnson emphasizes the commitment of the Christian to the truth when discussing the second coming of the Messiah.
The Great Tribulation
Matthew 24:15-28
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds Jesus' teachings on Israels' "seventieth week," also known as the Great Tribulation prophesied to occur before the return of the Messiah.
The Second Advent, the Hope of the World
Matthew 24:29-31
Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses the cosmic disturbances to accompany the Great Tribulation.
