Matthew 4:12–25 marks the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry in Galilee.
In this episode, we explore why Jesus moves to Capernaum, how Isaiah’s prophecy about “Galilee of the Gentiles” is fulfilled, and what it means that the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

We also examine the calling of the first disciples and the early spread of Jesus’ teaching, healing, and authority—laying the foundation for His mission and message.

Jesus faces hunger, testing, and the devil in the wilderness—but responds with God's word. Explore Matthew 4:1–11 and learn how to resist temptation and trust God.

In this episode, we explore Matthew Chapter 3. This chapter introduces John the Baptist, the fiery wilderness preacher who prepares Israel for the arrival of the Messiah. We unpack his message of repentance, the symbolism of baptism, and the dramatic moment when Jesus is baptized and publicly affirmed by the Father and the Holy Spirit.

Whether you're studying the Gospel for the first time or looking for deeper spiritual insight, this episode offers clear explanation and historical context.

· Introduction to John the Baptist: Who was John the Baptist?

· The Message of Repentance: We break down John's call for people to repent and prepare for the coming of the Kingdom of Heaven. What did repentance mean for the people?

· John's Appearance and Lifestyle: The episode explores the symbolic nature of John's clothing (camel's hair and leather belt) and diet (locusts and wild honey) as reflections of his prophetic role.

· Baptism in the Jordan River. What does baptism represent?

· Confrontation with Religious Leaders: The episode examines John's strong words to the Pharisees and Sadducees, his warnings about true repentance, and the metaphor of the axe and the root.

What it means that Jesus will baptize "with the Holy Spirit and with fire"

· The Baptism of Jesus: A detailed look at the arrival of Jesus, John's initial reluctance, and the extraordinary events that followed—the opening of the heavens, the descent of the Holy Spirit like a dove, and the declaration from God.

· What does Jesus' baptism tell us about his identity and God's approval?

The Baptism of Jesus

• Why Jesus—sinless—chooses to be baptized
• How this moment inaugurates His public ministry
• The powerful Trinitarian moment:
• • The Son in the water
  • The Spirit descending like a dove
  • The Father's voice declaring, "This is my beloved Son"

Takeaway for Listeners

Matthew chapter 3 invites us to open our hearts, examine our lives, and respond to the call of the kingdom.

A look inside chapter 2 of the gospel of Matthew, where the Jesus, only a child, yet being the incarnate Son of God, receives a visit at Bethlehem from wise men. They are from a country to the east. They worship him and bring precious gifts. Then King Herod, based in Jerusalem, is alarmed and plans to kill the young Jesus. Instructed through a dream, Joseph the husband of Mary and adoptive father of Jesus, hurriedly takes his family to Egypt for safety. After Herod dies, and following another dream, the family returns to Israel. Then, after receiving instruction via a third dream, they settle in Nazareth in the district of Galilee, which is at a distance from both the Herodian dynasty and the religious establishment.

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This is part 3 in a study of the Book of Matthew in the Bible. In this episode we hear a discussion of Matthew chapter 1, verses 18 to 25, a passage that describes Joseph's dilemma when he finds out that Mary, his betrothed, is pregnant. Then an angel steps in to rescue the situation.

This is part 2 in a study of the Book of Matthew in the Bible. In this episode we hear a discussion of Matthew chapter 1, verses 1 to 17, a passage that describes the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

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This is Part 1 in a study of the Book of Matthew in the Bible. In this podcast episode we hear a short introduction to what to expect in the book of Matthew.

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