#40: The Judgement of the Queen of Sheba

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The sermon on Matthew 12:42 draws parallels between the Queen of Sheba's journey to seek the wisdom of Solomon and the response of the present generation to the wisdom of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes the condemning judgment the Queen of Sheba will have on the current generation for not responding adequately to the wisdom and invitation of Jesus.

The Queen of Sheba is portrayed as a seeker of divine wisdom who, despite being rich in material possessions, recognized her spiritual poverty and sought the wisdom of God. Her journey to Jerusalem, risking everything and taking a generous offering to Solomon, is presented as an act of great faith and humility. The contrast is made with the current generation that, despite hearing about Jesus' miraculous birth, healing power, sacrificial death, and imminent return, remains indifferent and hesitant to seek Him.

The audience is urged not to be condemned by the Queen of Sheba on the day of judgment. The importance of actively seeking Jesus, responding to His invitation, and humbling oneself in the process is highlighted. The sermon encourages believers to undertake a spiritual journey to Jesus, reminiscent of the Queen of Sheba's physical journey, and to ask questions that only Jesus can answer. Patience, faith, and hope in the journey to Jesus are emphasized as virtues that yield great benefits.

In conclusion, the congregation is invited to step down from their metaphorical thrones, risk everything, and go to the Lord Jesus Christ. The sermon urges a proactive and faith-filled response to the wisdom and invitation of Jesus, framing the Queen of Sheba as a model for all who seek God. The final call is to join in a collective journey to Jerusalem, ensuring that the Queen of Sheba does not condemn individuals for not responding to the greater wisdom presented in Jesus Christ.

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