Teachings
Jesus is Who He Says He Is | Matthew | Part 7 - The Finale
Jesus confirms his power over sin and death, which allows us to live in his freedom together.
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Jesus confirms his power over sin and death, which allows us to live in his freedom together.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, April 9th, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 27:45-28:15
The Passover, Betrayal, & Anointing | Matthew | Part 7 - The Finale
Loyalty to Jesus requires extravagant worship and generosity, as we give all of ourselves.
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Loyalty to Jesus requires extravagant worship and generosity, as we give all of ourselves.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, April 2nd, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 26:1-19
Loving Jesus = Loving His People | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
Jesus teaches the disciples about his authority as the final judge, and how loving his people is how we love him.
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Jesus teaches the disciples about his authority as the final judge, and how loving his people is how we love him.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, March 26th, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 25:31-46
Entering Into Joy | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
Jesus reminds his followers to take every opportunity given on Earth for kingdom impact.
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Jesus reminds his followers to take every opportunity given on Earth for kingdom impact.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, March 19th, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 25:14-30
The Ten Virgins | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
Stay alert; prepare for Christ’s return.
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Stay alert; prepare for Christ’s return.
The following is a teaching given by Tryg Veker for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, March 12th, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 25:1-13
Abandon the Temple | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
Jesus uses his last moment in the temple to reveal to his disciples the ensuing destruction of the temple and the timing of his second coming
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Jesus uses his last moment in the temple to reveal to his disciples the ensuing destruction of the temple and the timing of his second coming.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, March 5th, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 24
The Seven Woes | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
With his harshest words, Jesus brings to light the religious leaders failure of prioritizing the internal heart over the external appearance.
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With his harshest words, Jesus brings to light the religious leaders failure of prioritizing the internal heart over the external appearance.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, February 19, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 23:1-36
The Greatest Commandment | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
When challenged by the Pharisees about taxes to Rome, Jesus illustrates an important distinction between our earthly kingdoms and His heavenly one.
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In this passage, Jesus teaches us that the greatest commandment is actually two, and you can’t have one without the other
The following is a teaching given by Hannah Baltz for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, February 19, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 22:34-40
The Tax Trap | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
When challenged by the Pharisees about taxes to Rome, Jesus illustrates an important distinction between our earthly kingdoms and His heavenly one.
Big idea:
When challenged by the Pharisees about taxes to Rome, Jesus illustrates an important distinction between our earthly kingdoms and His heavenly one.
The following is a teaching given by Adam Brigham for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, February 12, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 22:15-22
The Wedding & Church Clothes | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
In another parable, Jesus illustrates a new group of wedding invitees who must be willing to surrender their lives for new life in him.
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In another parable, Jesus illustrates a new group of wedding invitees who must be willing to surrender their lives for new life in him.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, February 5, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 22:1-14
Two Sons & the Tenants | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
Through two parables, Jesus communicates the lack of fruit from Israel, and the coming of his new kingdom. This kingdom welcomes anyone who will repent and bear fruit.
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ThRough two parables, Jesus communicatEs the lack of fruit from israel, and the coming of his new kingdom. This kingdom welcomes anyone who will repent and bear fruit.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, January 22nd, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 21:28-46
Figs & Authority | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
Followers of Jesus must bear fruit.
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Followers of jesus must bear fruit.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, January 15th, 2023.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 21: 18-27
The Storm Arrives | Matthew | Part 6 - The Storm
The storm has arrived in Jerusalem as Jesus’ way clashes with Roman rule and Jewish nationalism.
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The storm has arrived in jerusalem as jesus’ way clashes with roman rule and jewish nationalism.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, January 8th, 2023.
*The original audio was not recorded, and therefore will be re-recorded this week. Until then, feel free to listen to this teaching given last year on Palm Sunday which encompasses a lot of similar concepts and theme.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 21: 1-17
Christmas 2022
Emmanuel is for the lowest of the low, the Spiritual Seekers, and the powerful.
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Emmanuel is for the lowest of the low, the Spiritual Seekers, and the Powerful.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Friday evening, December 23rd, 2022.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Luke 2
Matthew 1
The Suffering Servant | Matthew | Part 5 - The Upside Down Kingdom
The humblest servant and slave, most dependent on the grace of God, is the greatest in God’s kingdom.
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The humblest servant and slave, most dependent on the grace of God, is the greatest in God’s kingdom.
The following is a teaching given by Trey Gilmore for Contrast Church’s gathering on Sunday morning, December 18th, 2022.
The biblical text used throughout the teaching are:
Matthew 20: 20-34