Category: Matthew

Matthew 27:47 is about the crowd mocking Jesus on the cross by misinterpreting His cry to God, thinking He was calling for the prophet Elijah to save Him. 47 And some of the bystanders, hearing it, said, “This man is calling Elijah.” Setting the Scene for Matthew 27:47 In Matthew chapter 27, we find ourselves…

Matthew 27:63 is about the chief priests and Pharisees expressing concern about Jesus’ prophecy of rising again after three days, indicating their fear of the power of his teachings. 63 and said, “Sir, we remember how that impostor said, while he was still alive, ‘After three days I will rise.’ Setting the Scene for Matthew…

Matthew 28:5-10 is about the women finding an empty tomb where an angel tells them that Jesus has risen from the dead, instructing them to go and tell the disciples the good news of his resurrection and to meet Jesus in Galilee, emphasizing the importance of spreading the message of hope and new life. 5…

As a Bible scholar, I must note that there is no Matthew 35:40 in the Bible; however, I’m here to assist you with any other verses you may have in mind. I’m sorry, but there is no verse in the Bible that corresponds to Matthew 35:40. The book of Matthew only has 28 chapters. If…

Matthew 5:11-13 is about persevering in faith and remaining steadfast in the face of persecution and hardships, while also acknowledging the responsibility of believers to be a shining example of God’s light and love in the world. 11 “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against…

Matthew 5:7-8 is about the importance of showing compassion and mercy to others, for those who are merciful will receive mercy and those with pure hearts will see God. 7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. 8 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Setting the Scene for…

Matthew 6:25-31 is about Jesus teaching his followers not to worry about their basic needs such as food and clothing, and having faith that God will provide for them as he does for the birds of the air and the lilies of the field. 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your…

37 Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. Setting the Scene for Matthew 10:37 In Matthew chapter 10, Jesus is speaking to his disciples, preparing them for their mission to spread the gospel. The scene…

36 Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to his disciples, “Sit here, while I go over there and pray.” 37 And taking with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, he began to be sorrowful and troubled. 38 Then he said to them, “My soul is very…

15 But if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Setting the Scene for Matthew 6:15 In Matthew chapter 6, Jesus is delivering the Sermon on the Mount, a pivotal moment in his ministry where he imparts important teachings to his disciples and a large crowd gathered on…