Category: Matthew
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Matthew 0 Explained – Verse by Verse Commentary
1 The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. 2 saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 “Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.”…
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What does Matthew 1:20-22 really mean?
Matthew 1:20-22 is about the angel appearing to Joseph in a dream, assuring him that the child Mary was carrying was from the Holy Spirit and would save his people from their sins, fulfilling the prophecy of a virgin giving birth to the Messiah. 20 But as he considered these things, behold, an angel of…
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What does Matthew 10:16-33 really mean?
Matthew 10:16-33 is about Jesus instructing his disciples to be shrewd and brave in their ministry, preparing them for opposition and persecution while reassuring them of God’s care and protection. 16 “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.” 17 Beware…
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What does Matthew 11:2-10 really mean?
Matthew 11:2-10 is about John the Baptist sending his disciples to confirm Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah, emphasizing how Jesus fulfills the prophecies of the Old Testament. 2 Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples 3 and said to him, “Are you the one…
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What does Matthew 13:11-12 really mean?
Matthew 13:11-12 is about Jesus explaining to his disciples that those who are open to receiving and understanding his teachings will be given even more wisdom and knowledge, while those who resist and reject his message will lose even the little understanding they have. 11 And he answered them, “To you it has been given…
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What does Matthew 14:13-23 really mean?
Matthew 14:13-23 is about Jesus demonstrating compassion by feeding a multitude with just five loaves of bread and two fish, highlighting the limitless abundance and provision of God. 13 Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat to a desolate place by himself. But when the crowds heard it, they followed…
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What does Matthew 14:35-36 really mean?
Matthew 14:35-36 is about the healing power and profound impact of Jesus’ presence, as many people brought their sick loved ones to Him and were healed simply by touching the fringe of His cloak. 35 And when the men of that place recognized him, they sent around to all that region and brought to him…
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What does Matthew 16:15-18 really mean?
Matthew 16:15-18 is about Jesus questioning his disciples about his true identity, with Peter declaring that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of the living God, upon which Jesus promises to build his church and grant Peter the keys to the kingdom of heaven. 15 He said to them, “But who do you say that…
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What does Matthew 18:1-7 really mean?
Matthew 18:1-7 is about the importance of humility and the warning against causing others, especially the vulnerable, to stumble in their faith. 1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of…
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What does Matthew 19:16-26 really mean?
Matthew 19:16-26 is about Jesus emphasizing the difficulty for wealthy individuals to enter the Kingdom of Heaven due to their attachment to material possessions, stressing the importance of humility and surrendering worldly riches in order to fully follow God. 16 And behold, a man came up to him, saying, “Teacher, what good deed must I…