Bishop Noel Jones - LEAVE WITH SOMETHING - July 19, 2026

Main message: Jesus' question in Matthew 22 exposes that the Messiah must be understood as more than merely David's descendant — he is both David's son and David's Lord (fully human and fully divine). Recognizing Jesus as Lord (revealed by the Spirit) changes religion from duty to relationship and gives believers authority and purpose to stand firm against opposition.

Key points:

• After answering others' traps, Jesus goes on the offensive by asking, "What think ye of Christ? Whose son is he?" to expose the heart of who the Messiah is.
• Psalm 110:1 (David calling the Messiah "Lord") forces the paradox: how can the Messiah be both David's son and David's Lord, pointing to Christ's divinity as well as his humanity.
• Knowing Jesus as Lord (a revelation of the Holy Spirit) is different from merely following religious duties; salvation is relationship-driven, empowered by the Spirit.
• The Scriptures combine human authorship and Spirit-authorship ("David in the Spirit"), showing God uses human life and failure in the Spirit's work.
• Being identified with God's anointing will draw opposition, but believers must stand firm, move forward in their calling, and declare God's truth with spiritual weapons.

Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 22:41-46, Psalm 110:1, Psalm 2, 2 Samuel 7:12-13, John 1:1, John 1:14, John 8:58, John 10:30, Matthew 16:24, 1 Corinthians 12:3, Proverbs, Psalms