Lesson 8: Matthew 11 | Trusting Jesus When His Ways Challenge Your Expectations

The class follows John’s question from prison and the response Jesus sends through the messengers. The discussion examines expectation, evidence and the blessing attached to not taking offense at Him.

Jesus’ testimony about  John leads into the kingdom discussion and the differing responses of a generation. The later warnings to cities that have witnessed mighty works confront the responsibility to respond rather than remain unchanged.

The chapter concludes with the invitation to come, take His yoke and learn from Him. The class explores the apparent tension between a costly discipleship journey and His words about an easy yoke, a light burden and rest for the soul.

Learning outcomes
1. Explain the relationship between John’s question and Jesus’ answer.
2. Reflect on expectation and offense in following Jesus.
3. Describe the responsibility attached to receiving light and mighty works.
4. Explain the invitation to learn from Jesus and find rest.

Lesson navigation
00:01:33 Introducing Matthew 11
00:03:09 John sends messengers
00:09:01 Jesus’ answer to John
00:45:02 Jesus speaks about John and greatness
01:13:07 Mighty works and repentance
01:22:27 Jesus invites the weary to rest
01:27:28 The yoke and learning from Him