Jesus: The Dividing Line
May 25, 2025
Sermon preached by Matthew DelValle on May 25, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Delphi, Indiana. First Baptist Church is an evangelical church in Delphi, Indiana helping people find and follow Jesus. Our mission is to declare God's truth, disciple God's people, delight in God's Son, and display God's glory. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10:30am. Sunday School begins at 9:30am. We gather at 103 S. Indiana Street, Delphi, Indiana 46923.
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IntroductionBig Idea: Jesus is the great divider of humanity, as he demands to have the first place of love in the lives of his followers.
1. Jesus Is the Dividing Line in Heaven [Mt. 10:32–33]
- Acknowledge Jesus on Earth, He Will Acknowledge You in Heaven [Mt. 10:32]
- Deny Jesus on Earth, He Will Deny You in Heaven [Mt. 10:33]
- Jesus Did Not Come to Bring Peace but a Sword of Division [Mt. 10:34]
- Jesus Will Bring Division Even Among Families [Mt. 10:35–36; Mic. 7:6]
- Cutting the Cord: We Must Love Jesus More Than Family [Mt. 10:37]
- Carrying the Cross: We Must Love Jesus More Than Life [Mt. 10:38–39]