He Fed Thousands - Matthew 15:32-39

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Introduction.

1. The Gospels contain a mere outline of the life of Christ (John 21:25).

2. Therefore, the things that we are told must be there for a good reason.

3. Whenever we read a story about Jesus, we ought to ask ourselves why we are being told this.

4. Let us notice Matthew 15:32-39.

5. What can we learn from this account?

Body.

I. Jesus was a very compassionate man (Matthew 15:32).

A. He saw the needs of those around Him and felt pity for them.

1. Compassion -> to be moved as to one's inwards.

2. He worried for their well being.

a. Physical.

b. Spiritual (Matthew 9:35-38).

B. We ought to follow in His steps (1 Peter 2:21).

1. Are we moved to our inwards when we see others in need (1 John 3:17-18)?

2. Do we have our eyes open in order to see the needs of those around us?

C. God has always demanded that His people take care of those who can't help themselves.

1. Physical.

a. Galatians 6:10.

b. James 1:27.

c. James 2:14-16.

2. Spiritual.

a. Galatians 6:1.

b. James 5:19-20.

II. The Doubting Disciples (Matthew 15:33)

A. The disciples did not believe it was possible to feed such a great number of people.

B. How often do we limit God by what we perceive as impossible? (James 1:5-9)

1. In church growth (Matthew 28:19-20; John 12:32).

2. In converting an individual (1 Corinthians 3:6).

3. With persecutions or trials that we are going through (1 Corinthians 10:13).

D. Let us never doubt God!

1. It shows a lack of faith (Matthew 14:30-31).

2. It shows a lack of memory and thankfulness.

III. Christ filled them up!

A. He did a lot with a little.

1. With 7 loaves and a few fishes he fed well over 4000 people.

2. Christ has no limits on the things He can accomplish.

B. He provides us with more spiritual blessings than we can ever fully fathom. (Ephesians 1:3).

1. Salvation.

2. Hope (Romans 5:1-5).

3. Peace (Philippians 4:6-7).

4. Fellowship (Acts 2:42; 1 John 1:3-4).

5. Joy (Acts 8:39; Philippians 4:1; Romans 15:13: Philippians 4:4).

C. He provides us with great physical blessings as well.

1. Let Christ use us to feed thousands (John 21:15-17).

a. Food.

b. Shelter.

c. Clothing.

D. He can use people that don't seem likely.

1. Paul (1 Timothy 1:11-16).

2. Peter (Luke 5:8-11).

3. You, Me. (John 21:15-17).

E. Let us not limit God!

1. "What a Friend We Have In Jesus"

2. Ephesians 3:20.

3. 1 John 5:14-15.

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Draw encouragement from the fact that God can provide for all of our needs. Text: Matthew 15:32-39.

Introduction.

1. The Gospels contain a mere outline of the life of Christ (John 21:25).

2. Therefore, the things that we are told must be there for a good reason.

3. Whenever we read a story about Jesus, we ought to ask ourselves why we are being told this.

4. Let us notice Matthew 15:32-39.

5. What can we learn from this account?

Body.

I. Jesus was a very compassionate man (Matthew 15:32).

A. He saw the needs of those around Him and felt pity for them.

1. Compassion -> to be moved as to one's inwards.

2. He worried for their well being.

a. Physical.

b. Spiritual (Matthew 9:35-38).

B. We ought to follow in His steps (1 Peter 2:21).

1. Are we moved to our inwards when we see others in need (1 John 3:17-18)?

2. Do we have our eyes open in order to see the needs of those around us?

C. God has always demanded that His people take care of those who can't help themselves.

1. Physical.

a. Galatians 6:10.

b. James 1:27.

c. James 2:14-16.

2. Spiritual.

a. Galatians 6:1.

b. James 5:19-20.

II. The Doubting Disciples (Matthew 15:33)

A. The disciples did not believe it was possible to feed such a great number of people.

B. How often do we limit God by what we perceive as impossible? (James 1:5-9)

1. In church growth (Matthew 28:19-20; John 12:32).

2. In converting an individual (1 Corinthians 3:6).

3. With persecutions or trials that we are going through (1 Corinthians 10:13).

D. Let us never doubt God!

1. It shows a lack of faith (Matthew 14:30-31).

2. It shows a lack of memory and thankfulness.

III. Christ filled them up!

A. He did a lot with a little.

1. With 7 loaves and a few fishes he fed well over 4000 people.

2. Christ has no limits on the things He can accomplish.

B. He provides us with more spiritual blessings than we can ever fully fathom. (Ephesians 1:3).

1. Salvation.

2. Hope (Romans 5:1-5).

3. Peace (Philippians 4:6-7).

4. Fellowship (Acts 2:42; 1 John 1:3-4).

5. Joy (Acts 8:39; Philippians 4:1; Romans 15:13: Philippians 4:4).

C. He provides us with great physical blessings as well.

1. Let Christ use us to feed thousands (John 21:15-17).

a. Food.

b. Shelter.

c. Clothing.

D. He can use people that don't seem likely.

1. Paul (1 Timothy 1:11-16).

2. Peter (Luke 5:8-11).

3. You, Me. (John 21:15-17).

E. Let us not limit God!

1. "What a Friend We Have In Jesus"

2. Ephesians 3:20.

3. 1 John 5:14-15.

Conclusion.

1. Christ was compassionate. We should follow His steps.

2. His disciples doubted.

3. Christ exceeded all their expectations.

4. Christ can do great things with your life if you'll let Him.

5. Offer invitation.