John the Baptist’s message in Matthew 3:1–12 confronts us with the nearness of God’s kingdom and the necessity of repentance. This episode unpacks repentance as a decisive turning of the whole self—away from sin and self-trust and toward God and His Messiah. It shows how repentance exposes both obvious wrongdoing and subtle self-righteousness, calls for visible fruit, and ultimately directs us to Jesus, the true King who brings cleansing, renewal, and life by the Spirit. When repentance completes its work, it does not end in shame, but in joy under God’s gracious reign.

Jesus. Savior–King.Rob BerrethJanuary 11, 2026Redeemer ChurchMatthew

God’s Good Plans & Man’s Responses

In Matthew 2:13–23, God’s sovereign plan continues through danger, exile, and grief. As Joseph responds with immediate obedience and Herod reacts with violent resistance, Scripture makes clear that Jesus demands a response from every heart. This passage assures believers that God’s purposes cannot be thwarted, His goodness is not diminished by suffering, and His redemptive plan—fulfilled in Christ—will not fail.

Jesus. Savior–King.Luke BrandonJanuary 4, 2026Redeemer ChurchMatthew

Bearing Gifts We Travel Afar

Matthew 2:1–12 reveals the wonder of the gospel through the journey of the Magi. Their worship declares that Jesus is King, God, and Sacrifice, and that God’s greatest gift is given in humility. This passage calls us to behold Christ rightly, rejoice in Him fully, and worship Him sincerely.

Jesus. Savior–King.Rob BerrethDecember 24, 2025Redeemer ChurchMatthew

Guide Us to Thy Perfect Light

In Matthew 2:1–12, the arrival of the wise men exposes the true identity of Jesus and the varied human responses to His kingship. While Herod responds with fear and hostility, and the religious leaders respond with indifference, the wise men respond with joy, humility, and worship. This sermon calls listeners to examine their own response to Christ and to recognize Jesus as the God-appointed King who is worthy of all honor, allegiance, and treasure.

Jesus. Savior–King.Rob BerrethDecember 21, 2025Redeemer ChurchMatthew

O Praise His Names Forever

Matthew 1:18–25 reveals the glory of the incarnation through two divinely given names. Jesus is the Savior who delivers His people from their sins, and Immanuel is God with us—near, present, and faithful until the end. This sermon calls listeners to recognize their deepest need, rest in God’s gracious provision, and live with confidence in His abiding presence.

Jesus. Savior–King.Rob BerrethDecember 14, 2025Redeemer ChurchMatthew

Hail The Incarnate Deity

A theologically rich look at Matthew 1:18–25, exploring why Jesus had to be both fully God and fully man, how His birth fulfills God’s ancient promises, and why the incarnation remains the most staggering and worship-inspiring truth of the Christian faith.

Jesus. Savior–King.Rob BerrethDecember 7, 2025Redeemer ChurchMatthew

C.V.

A sweeping look at Matthew’s opening genealogy shows us that the gospel begins with news, not moral instruction. Jesus steps onto the stage of human history as the fulfillment of God’s promises to Abraham and David. His family tree is filled with outsiders, sinners, and ordinary people—reminding us that grace welcomes and transforms those who cannot save themselves. And in a world still marked by suffering and longing, Matthew’s genealogy points us to the faithful God who kept His promises in Christ and will one day complete His work when Jesus returns.

Jesus. Savior–King.Rob BerrethNovember 30, 2025Redeemer ChurchMatthew