Matthew 7 Jesus forbids hypocritical judgment and unnecessary judgment. How often do we look with disdain on a brother or sister, through clouded spiritual eyes? The word picture used by Jesus makes the hypocritical judge look ridiculous. A man with a 2x4 sticking out of his eye tries to remove a grain… Continue Reading
Matthew 6 Jesus challenges the hypocritical practice of religion for show. The term “hypocrite” derived from one who wore a mask while acting in a play. True religion is genuine, and not lived for the recognition and praise that some people enjoy. The prayer that is often called “The Lord’s Prayer” is… Continue Reading
Matthew 5 The Sermon on the Mount is contained in chapters 5-7. The richness of this teaching is unparalleled. In chapter 5, Jesus begins to challenge popular misunderstandings and misrepresentations of the Law. He explains God’s true moral and ethical expectations. The standards are not unrealistic or unfair. God expects us to… Continue Reading
Matthew 4 Luke’s parallel account of the Temptation of Jesus informs us that Jesus was tempted during the 40 days in the desert, as well as afterwards (Luke 4:2). The Spirit intended this showdown between Jesus and Satan as testing, or proving. Satan surely intended to sabotage Jesus’ ministry by showing that… Continue Reading
Matthew 3 My comments are not an inspired commentary, but rather a few words to draw attention to the background, context, and dynamic situation of Matthew’s gospel. May God bless your reading of His Word. T.C. John the Baptist was a cousin of Jesus who became the forerunner for the Messiah. Isaiah… Continue Reading
Matthew 2 My comments are not an inspired commentary, but rather a few words to draw attention to the background, context, and dynamic situation of Matthew’s gospel. May God bless your reading of His Word. T.C. Matthew chapter 2 continues to present Jesus as the one who fulfills Messianic (pertaining to the… Continue Reading
