Category: Matthew

Matthew 10:41 is about recognizing the importance and significance of even the smallest acts of kindness and hospitality towards those who serve God’s kingdom, as they are actions that are not only acknowledged but also rewarded by God Himself. 41 The one who receives a prophet because he is a prophet will receive a prophet’s…

Matthew 14:33 is about Jesus calming the disciples’ fear during a storm by revealing his divinity, showing that faith in him can bring peace and assurance in the midst of life’s trials. 33 And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.” Setting the Scene for Matthew 14:33 In…

Matthew 18:1-9 is about the importance of humility and sincerity in approaching the kingdom of God, warning against causing others to stumble and emphasizing the severity of sin. 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…

Matthew 24:19 is about the challenges and hardships that pregnant women will face during times of great distress and tribulation. 19 And alas for women who are pregnant and for those who are nursing infants in those days! Setting the Scene for Matthew 24:19 In Matthew chapter 24, Jesus is sitting on the Mount of…

Matthew 28:2 is about the powerful visitation of an angel of the Lord who descended from heaven, rolled back the stone from the tomb of Jesus, and sat on it. 2 And behold, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone and…

Matthew 9:27 is about two blind men who express their faith in Jesus by proclaiming him as the Son of David and asking for mercy, showing that faith can lead to healing and restoration. 27 And as Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed him, crying aloud, “Have mercy on us, Son of…

Matthew 12:15 is about Jesus withdrawing from public attention to avoid confrontation with those who sought to harm him, demonstrating his wisdom and selflessness in choosing the timing and manner of his ministry. 15 Jesus, aware of this, withdrew from there. And many followed him, and he healed them all. Setting the Scene for Matthew…

Matthew 13:9 is about the importance of having ears to hear and hearts open to understanding spiritual teachings in order to receive the true message of God. 9 He who has ears, let him hear. Setting the Scene for Matthew 13:9 In Matthew chapter 13, Jesus is teaching a large crowd by the Sea of…

Matthew 19:11-12 is about Jesus explaining that not everyone can accept the teaching on celibacy, but those who can, should choose to remain unmarried for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. 11 But he said to them, “Not everyone can receive this saying, but only those to whom it is given. 12 For there…