7.10 The Call of Matthew

Jesus encounters Matthew sitting at his tax booth. He tells Matthew to follow Him, and Matthew responds immediately, inviting Jesus to his home. There, Jesus and His disciples dine with other tax collectors and sinners despite the criticism of the Pharisees. When Jesus hears their comments, He reminds them that only those who recognize the

7.11 – Jesus Walks On Water

Jesus sends His disciples before Him in the boat while He goes to pray. Late in the night, Jesus appears to them, walking on the water. Thinking they see a ghost, the disciples first react in fear until Jesus identifies Himself to them. Peter, seeking further proof, asks to come to Jesus on the water.

7.12 Peter Confess Christ

Jesus asks His disciples two very direct questions: “Who do people say I am?” and “Who do you say I am?” (Matthew 16:13, 15). Peter’s bold confession, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” (v. 16), prompts Jesus to commend his words and proclaim this truth as the rock upon which the

7.13 Jesus’ Transfiguration

Jesus takes His inner circle—Peter, James, and John—up on a mountain. There, they see Jesus in His heavenly glory as Moses and Elijah appear alongside Him, discussing His upcoming departure. In his excitement, Peter offers to build three tents so they can remain on the mountaintop. Suddenly, a cloud—a sign of God’s presence—appears and a

7.14 Sending the Seventy-Two

Jesus gathers seventy-two followers and sends them out to the surrounding towns and villages. Taking nothing with them, these disciples depend on the willing welcome of local residents. There they remain, healing and spreading God’s Word. Returning from their mission, the seventy-two rejoice in the many miracles they witnessed. Jesus reminds them to rejoice in

OT2-02 Joseph’s Troubles

The Lord was with Joseph and, through him, saved Joseph’s family and others. God promises to be with us in every situation, and through His Son, Jesus, & descendant of Joseph’s brother Judah, God saves us from our sin.

OT2-03 Joseph Feeds Egypt

God used Joseph to save His people, all Egypt, and other nations from famine. He sent His Son, Jesus, to save all humanity from sin, death, and the devil. Pictures of bakers carrying bread on their head: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/05/c8/1e/05c81e013e611dbcf83ea7d470bb1692.jpg https://c8.alamy.com/comp/BM9CF3/bread-delivery-on-the-streets-of-islamic-cairocairoegypt-BM9CF3.jpg http://www.middleeasteye.net/sites/default/files/images-story/2021-08-03T095625Z_1456724390_RC2LXO9QZ40C_RTRMADP_3_EGYPT-COMMODITIES-BREAD.JPG

OT2-04 Joseph Forgives

Joseph revealed himself to his brothers and forgave them. Our Lord Jesus Christ reveals Himself to us and forgives us in His Holy Word and Sacraments.

Moses and the Burning Bush

As God had Moses remove the sandals from his feet, God, in Christ, removes our sins from us, making us fit to approach God and stand in His presence.

OT2-11 The Ten Commandments

The Law kills, but the Gospel revives. “For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ” (John 1:17). Law/Gospel The Ten Commandments define God’s Law. Jesus, through His incarnation and by His suffering and death for my sins, defines God’s love and mercy toward me.

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