Sermon Title: Stumbling Over Jesus
Scripture: Matthew 11:2–15
Series: The Journey to the Cross

In this sermon, we explore the moment John the Baptist sends messengers to Jesus, asking, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” (Matthew 11:3). Even John, the bold prophet who prepared the way for the Lord, found himself wrestling with doubt.

Stumbling Over Jesus reveals how even the most faithful believers can struggle with unmet expectations, delays, and confusion about God’s plan. But Jesus’ response isn’t one of condemnation, it’s a gentle reminder of His mission and identity: the blind see, the lame walk, the good news is preached.

This message invites us to examine how we might be stumbling over Jesus, not because He has failed us, but because He came in ways we didn’t expect.

Key Takeaways:

• God’s plans may not match our expectations, but they’re always perfect
• Doubt is not the enemy of faith, it can be the beginning of deeper trust
• True blessing comes from not falling away on account of Jesus (Matthew 11:6)

Join us reflect on our own expectations of God, learn to trust Him more deeply in seasons of doubt, and move forward in faith on our journey to the cross.