In this sermon from Matthew 11:2–11, Pastor Jason Boothe walks us through one of the most unexpected moments in the Gospels. John the Baptist, the faithful forerunner of Christ, finds himself imprisoned and wrestling with an honest question about the Messiah he proclaimed. Rather than rebuking John, Jesus responds with Scripture, fulfilled prophecy, and gracious … Continue reading The Question The Christ and the Kingdom
Are You the One? How Jesus Responds to Doubt and Suffering
When John the Baptist found himself in prison, the bold prophet who once proclaimed Christ began to wrestle with a difficult question: “Are you the one who is to come?” In Matthew 11:2–11, Jesus answers doubt not with rebuke, but with Scripture, fulfilled prophecy, and gracious assurance. This message reminds us that faith can be tested by suffering, yet Christ remains faithful to His people and honors those who trust Him.
