Category: Matthew

Matthew 25:11 is about the importance of remaining prepared and vigilant for the coming of the Lord, as depicted in the parable of the ten virgins who needed to have enough oil for their lamps to meet the bridegroom. 11 Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, ‘Lord, lord, open to us.’ Setting the Scene…

Matthew 26:21 is about Jesus foretelling his betrayal by one of his disciples, highlighting the theme of loyalty and deceit within the group of followers. 21 And as they were eating, he said, “Truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me.” Setting the Scene for Matthew 26:21 In Matthew chapter 26, we…

Matthew 27:7 is about the chief priests using the money that Judas returned to buy the potter’s field to bury foreigners, fulfilling the prophecy of Jeremiah. 7 So they took counsel and bought with them the potter’s field as a burial place for strangers. Setting the Scene for Matthew 27:7 In Matthew chapter 27, we…

Matthew 5:23-26 is about the importance of reconciliation and resolving conflicts with others before presenting offerings to God, emphasizing the value of forgiveness and unity within the community of believers. 23 So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, 24 leave your gift…

Matthew 7:12-14 is about Jesus teaching his followers to treat others as they would want to be treated, emphasizing the importance of making choices that lead to a righteous path and cautioning against following the easier, broader path that leads to destruction. 12 “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also…

Matthew 15:19 is about Jesus teaching that it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of the mouth, for the words we speak reflect the condition of our hearts. 19 For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false witness, slander. Setting…

Matthew 24:22 is about the urgency of the end times, emphasizing that if those days were not cut short, no one would survive, highlighting the severity of the coming tribulations and the need for divine intervention. 22 And if those days had not been cut short, no human being would be saved. But for the…

Matthew 6:5-8 is about teaching humility in prayer by emphasizing the importance of sincerity and authenticity in one’s connection with God over public displays of spirituality. 5 “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they…

Matthew 10:40 is about Jesus instructing his disciples that when they welcome others, they are also welcoming Jesus himself, highlighting the importance of hospitality and unity within the Christian community. 40 “Whoever receives you receives me, and whoever receives me receives him who sent me. Setting the Scene for Matthew 10:40 In Matthew chapter 10,…

Matthew 14:14 is about Jesus feeling compassion for the crowds following Him, healing their sick, and ultimately demonstrating His love and care for all people. 14 When he went ashore he saw a great crowd, and he had compassion on them and healed their sick. Setting the Scene for Matthew 14:14 In Matthew chapter 14,…