📖 Matthew 17:22-27 - Death & Taxes

🎙️ Sermon by Pastor Casey Lewis | Foundation Baptist Church | Euless, TX

📅 November 2025

In this two-part scene from Matthew 17:22–27, Pastor Casey Lewis teaches on both the certainty of Christ’s saving mission and the call for Christians to live godly lives before a watching world.

First, Jesus again predicts His death and resurrection—reminding the disciples that His suffering is not accidental, but part of the divine plan to save His people from their sins. This is a divine promise, and it brings deep assurance for every believer.

Second, we witness a moment with tax collectors in Capernaum. Though Jesus, the Son of God, was exempt from the temple tax, He pays it—not to give offense. Through this, Pastor Casey teaches that believers are to live lives of humility, obedience, and public integrity, reflecting the glory of Christ.

🔍 Key truths from this sermon:

1️⃣ Jesus predicts His death and resurrection a second time

2️⃣ Paying taxes and living a godly life before others

🙌 This is not just about paying taxes—it’s about honoring Christ in everything, even when it means surrendering our rights for the sake of the gospel.

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