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A Sign From Heaven

Marquavious Walker·2819

Sunday, April 5, 2026

Part of Journey Through Matthew

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Summary

In this message on Matthew 16:1-4, Pastor Marquavious Walker addresses the danger of demanding signs from God to test His identity or credibility. Jesus demonstrates power under control, refusing to perform on demand or bow to external pressures. Believers are encouraged to look beyond quick fixes, examine the root motives of their hearts, and anchor their security in who Christ is rather than seeking signs.

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Matthew 16:1-4↗Matthew 15↗Matthew 12↗Matthew 4↗

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Ephesians 5

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1 Corinthians 6↗

Themes

Spiritual DiscernmentIdentity in ChristMotives of the HeartObedience and SubmissionThe Sign of Jonah

Pastor's Points

1.It's okay to have questions for God without questioning God.
2.Evaluate your motives.

Key Points

1.It's okay to have questions for God without questioning God.
2.Evaluate your motives.
3.Jesus models power under control by refusing to operate outside of the Father's will just to prove Himself to critics.
4.Correction without discipleship feels evil because overcoming struggle requires walking out a process of growth and accountability.
5.When pressure increases, our convictions should remain firm rather than changing to please people.
6.External pressures only sink us when we allow them to penetrate our internal identity in Christ.
7.People look at your 'what,' but God always examines your 'why' and inspects the motives of your heart.
8.Discernment is meant for spiritual growth and maturity, not for tearing others down under the guise of truth-telling.
9.Just because you have the freedom or ability to do something does not mean it is beneficial or that you should do it.
10.Sin always carries a costly price tag, but God's mercy preserves us even in our disobedience.

Sermon Moments

“Correction looks evil if discipleship is not involved.”

“It is not the water on the outside of the boat that sinks the boat. It's the water that gets inside the boat that sinks the ship.”

“People may always know your what, but God always sees your why.”

“Jesus operated in the principle that just because I can doesn't always mean I should.”

“Sin will always make you pay. Sin will always come with a price.”

“God is not after picking fruit. He's after dealing with root causes.”

This Week

Evaluate your motives behind your actions this week by asking why you do what you do.
Anchor your identity firmly in Christ so that external pressures do not dictate your internal stability.
Practice power under control by exercising restraint in what you say and do, even when you have authority.
Bring your honest questions to God without questioning His character or faithfulness.
Submit to spiritual discipleship and accountability rather than relying solely on quick fixes for personal struggles.
Serve faithfully in your local church and step under authority to build a lasting spiritual legacy.
Rely on the Holy Spirit for spiritual discernment to apply Scripture to daily life rather than treating it as mere intellectual knowledge.

Remember This

Jesus calls us beyond seeking signs and performance, urging us to examine our heart motives, anchor our identity in Him, and live in faithful submission to His authority.

A Challenge for You

Humble yourself, refuse to abandon the assignment God has given you even if you are weary, and step into the internal strength that He provides.

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