Grace City Church Podcast Matthew | 25:31-46
May 14, 2025
Explore the profound parable of the sheep and goats, highlighting how serving the marginalized is akin to serving Christ. Discover the contrasting themes of Jesus' humble first coming and his glorious return. Reflect on the importance of selflessness in faith, and delve into how personal choices impact spiritual needs. Hear inspiring stories of community support and prayer in overcoming challenges. This discussion urges listeners to engage in acts of kindness as essential reflections of true faith.
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Jesus: Humble Shepherd and Judge
- Jesus came first in humility but returns in glory as King and shepherd who separates people like a shepherd separates sheep and goats.
- Despite his exaltation, Jesus identifies with the least among us and judges us by how we treat them.
Caring for the Least Is Serving Jesus
- Our treatment of the hungry, thirsty, strangers, and prisoners is how Jesus identifies and judges us.
- Caring for "the least of these" is caring for Jesus Himself, making it a key judgment criterion.
Door-to-Door Sales Lesson
- Pastor Plonk shared about his door-to-door sales job, highlighting how people treat unexpected guests poorly out of ignorance.
- This illustrates how people unknowingly mistreated Jesus when he came "incognito" as the least among us.