Join The Journey S4:227 Matthew 1-4
Sep 22, 2025
Christine Sasso, a devoted Watermark member and long-time volunteer with Shoreline student ministry, shares her insights on the Gospel of Matthew. She discusses Matthew's frequent references to Old Testament prophets, explaining their significance to Jesus' identity as the Messiah. Christine dives into the genealogy presented in Matthew 1 and the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4, showcasing how Jesus used Scripture as a powerful defense. Listeners gain both historical context and practical encouragement for their faith journey.
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Journey From Knowing Answers To Knowing God
- Christine grew up in church but only made faith her own in late high school and college after wrestling with perfectionism.
- She joined college ministry, dove into Scripture, and later found community at Watermark which sustained her faith.
Finding Community After Moving Alone
- Christine moved to Dallas alone for work and found community by joining Watermark and a small group.
- She describes that community as the first time she felt fully known and it led her to serve with students.
Author Background Explains Matthew's Style
- Matthew was a literate Jewish tax collector whose record-keeping background shaped his gospel's style and emphasis.
- That background explains Matthew's detailed genealogy and appeal to documented lineage for Jewish readers.
