The Parable of the Net: Mixed Kingdom
Matthew 13:47-52
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Mixed Kingdom
Type 1: Diversity v.47
The Great Commission
“… of all nations” - diversity of people groups (ethne)
God’s Kingdom
One People - unity in Christ
Diverse but not divided
Why is there Segregation?
Nothing is perfect until Christ’s return
The world is segregated & divided
Gen 11:19
Eph 2:14
Type 2: Good & Bad v.48
The Visible Church
Mix of sheep and goats - Matt 25:32-33
The Sorting v.48
Faithful Enduring
Fight the good fight of faith
1Tim 6:11-12 “… Pursue righteousness, godliness… Fight the good fight of the faith…”
Faith against false things
Matt 7:15
Acts 20:29-30
Titus 1:9
Fight against sins in the church
Titus 3:9-11
Final Judgment vs.49-50
The wicked and the righteous will be separated when Christ returns
Vs. 41-42
Wrap Up vs.51-52
Jesus instructs His disciples to teach others well
“scribe” - teacher of God’s Word
“master of a house…” - teacher who cares for others
“treasure” - teaching out of the treasury of God’s Word; and diligent study/preparation
“old and new” - variety of ways in teaching God’s Word
Summary Application
God’s Kingdom is Diverse
Strive for diversity
Don’t be stuck in your comforts
The Visible Church is Mixed
Be aware - wolves, false doctrines
True Believers are Distinct
Be faithful
Fight the good fight of faith - resist temptations to sin, pursue godliness
Fight against false things - false teachings, sins in the church