From the Pulpit...

In this evenings message Pastor Matt leads our continued study in the book of Matthew, where he provides a summary of the first seven chapters in the book of Matthew before beginning chapter 8. Tonight's message focused on the text of Jesus cleansing the leper. Jesus Christ has the ability and power to heal the leper. The man had faith to be healed and was indeed healed by Jesus. Jesus told the leper to be quiet and go to his own house. However, the leper instead announced to the city of what Jesus had done. This resulted in Jesus' difficulties in ministry in suburb areas due to the overwhelmingly large crowds. After this Jesus' following continued to grow. However, the crowds were more focused on obtaining welfare rather than being spiritually fed with the Word of God.