Evergreen Christian Community

“It is a remarkable fact that, among the variations in the order in which the Gospels appear in early lists and texts, the one constant factor is that Matthew always comes first.” - R. T.  FranceMatthew's gospel contains more references to the Old Testament than any other biography of Jesus with a laser-focus on one key theme: Jesus is King.Matthew 2:1-12Big Idea: Knowing Jesus' Identity as King allows us to recognize Him in our lives.• Magi as “King Makers”Daniel 2:48Matthew 2:1-2“Though many kings of the Jews had been born and died, none of them did the Magi seek to adore.” - Saint AugustineMatthew 2:3Matthew 2:11• Recognizing the Shepherd KingJohn 1:111 Samuel 8:6-7Ezekiel 37:242 Samuel 5:2​​Prophets called out other kings for not being shepherds.Nahum 3:18• Jesus as the Shepherd-KingPsalm 23A shepherd implies the authority to lead and the strength to protect.John 10:11Luke 15:1-7Response:• Recognize Jesus for the King He is, instead of the King you want him to be.• Put your faith in the Good Shepherd.• Li