Commitment to the Kingdom | Matthew 9:14-17 | Pastor Marty Beamer

What does real commitment to God actually look like?In Matthew 9:14–17, the disciples of John ask Jesus why His disciples do not fast like they and the Pharisees do. Behind the question is a deeper accusation: Are you really as committed to God as we are?Jesus responds by showing that true righteousness is not about methods, traditions, or religious routines. True commitment to the kingdom of God puts principles before methods, refuses slavery to religious performance, and recognizes the new reality that has come in Christ.In this sermon: • Why the question about fasting was a loaded question • The danger of trusting religious methods instead of Christ • What it means to put principles before practices • How legalism can grow in sincere believers • Why traditions can become more important than the gospel • How the presence of Christ changes everything • The warning Jesus gives to religious peopleThe greatest danger is not open rebellion. It is thinking we are faithful while missing the heart of God.Bethel Baptist ChurchKansas City NorthMore from Bethel Baptist Church. https://bethelbaptistchurch.com#Matthew9 #NewWineNewWineskins #Legalism #ChristianSermon #ExpositoryPreaching #GospelOfMatthew #ChristianLiving #BethelBaptistChurch #FollowChrist #BiblicalPreaching